July 4 holiday celebration at Carson City's Mills Park to feature fireworks, rides, games and more

Join 4-H next month for a daytime Summer Camp. Three days of friends and fun, while participating in learning activities and arts & crafts. Enrollment form is required, and space is limited to sign up soon! $15 enrollment fee for the week for all kiddos from ages 9 to 12. Each summer camp has a new theme, and August Summer Camp comes with new lessons and games!

Looking for a place to take your little ones heading into the second week of July? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

A 43-year-old man was arrested July 4 for suspicion of DUI, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Glen Martel, CEO of the Nevada Builders Alliance, will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. Martel will discuss the future of construction and building projects in Carson City and the Northern Nevada region.

Isn’t it interesting that in this year’s happiest place in the world, Finland, half the Finns are taking anti-depressants. But why? My guess is they are suffering from a deficiency of music and humor, just like the rest of us.

UPDATE: The fire has been extinguished, according to a battalion chief on scene.
***
Carson City Fire Department, sheriff's deputies and Nevada Highway Patrol were called Sunday afternoon to a vehicle fire in on I-580 northbound near South Carson Street.

Carson Valley Community Theatre will feature "Making God Laugh" in July. The production is a heartwarming family comedy, spanning four distinct scenes separated by a decade each, all set against the backdrop of various holidays.

A long duration heatwave has brought a moderate to major heat risk across the Sierra, Lake Tahoe, Carson City and surrounding prompting the National Weather Service to extend its Excessive Heat Warning through Friday.

It was a beautiful night to watch the Carson City fireworks.

Every month, Carson City Park Rangers offer various ranger-led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, and exciting adventures. All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas.

UPDATE SATURDAY: The Carson City Sheriff’s Office released the following information regarding the arrests Friday in connection to the July 4 shooting in the area of 20 College Parkway. Two have been arrested.

Have you ever wanted to learn the old art of Blacksmithing? Early smiths made wagon parts, handmade tools, shaped ornamental pieces, horseshoes, hinges and just about anything to having to do with working metal into a desired shape or purpose.

Dennis Jone’s feet are firmly rooted in the past, yet his heart and soul are connected to the present. He writes songs that seamlessly blend the best of both worlds, presenting a unique and contemporary style of American rock and blues. And he isn’t afraid to tackle the controversial issues of today. Dennis has written songs for other notable artists as well, including Guitar Shorty.