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Nevada Capital Investment Corporation Board Appointed, Will Meet For First Time Tuesday

CARSON CITYState Treasurer Kate Marshall today announced the appointees to the board of the Nevada Capital Investment Corporation (NCIC), a new group charged with overseeing the investment of school funds to improve returns while promoting economic development statewide.

More details on Carson City IHOP shooter's weapons

Carson City Sheriff Kenny Furlong released more details about the IHOP shooter Eduardo Sencion's weapons, including that he fired 60 rounds from an assault rifle that had been converted to a fully automatic weapon.

Nevada AG announces new foreclosure fraud bill to take effect Oct. 1

Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto and Nevada Assembly Majority Leader Marcus Conklin announced that the new ‘Foreclosure Fraud Reform’ law will take effect on October 1, 2011.

Squaw Valley and Alpine deal official

Squaw Valley USA, the iconic Lake Tahoe-area resort that has been home to some of the country’s top downhill skiers, is joining operations with neighboring Alpine Meadows. See story here. Here is the official press release dated today:

Gov. Sandoval Makes Appointments to Health Insurance Exchange Board

Dr. Ronald Kline.

Nonprofit Groups Raise Funds With California Hunting Tags

By the California Department of Fish and Game
The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) invites nonprofit organizations to help wildlife by auctioning big game hunting license tags for the 2012-13 season. These tags will allow the highest bidder to hunt bighorn sheep, deer, elk and pronghorn antelope in California. There are only 13 of these special fund-raising tags reserved for 501(c)(3) nonprofit groups to sell and they’re sure to draw many participants to any fund-raising event.

Nevada Securities Division Issues Cease and Desist to Wyoming Company

CARSON CITY — The Secretary of State’s Securities Division has issued a cease and desist order to a Wyoming company doing business in Nevada to stop selling shell corporations registered with his office because it is a securities violation.

Aces finish regular season on winning note by beating Padres 12-8

RENO- An offensive shootout in Aces Ballpark to finish the season was the treat for fans on 'Fan Appreciation Day'.

The Aces' starter Tom Layne (9-7, 6.22 ERA) went 6 innings giving up 5 runs, 8 hits, no walks, with 2 strikeouts and was rewarded with his tenth victory on the year.

The Padres starter Samuel Deduno (4-5, 3.94 ERA) was taken out in the thrid inning due to injury, but not before he gave up 5 runs on 4 hits with two walks and 2 strikouts. Deduno would be handed the loss.

Aces lose 5-2 after night of celebration

RENO- A night after celebration, the Aces looked to be suffering 'post-celebration' effects. They came out against the Fresno Grizzlies on Tuesday night lethargic but the game stayed close. The Aces' starter RHP Kevin Mulvey went 5 innings giving up 5 hits (one of those a homerun) 3 runs with 5 strikeouts and no walks allowed.

PLAYOFF BOUND!: Reno Aces defeat Fresno Grizzlies 5-2

RENO- Aces are one win away from punching their first ticket ever into the Pacific Coast League Playoffs. The Fresno Grizzlies come into town for a four game series. With Reno having a seven game lead over second place Tacoma and only eight games left to play, the Aces have all but wrapped up their spot in the playoffs. All it would take is an Aces win or a Tacoma loss.

Well, it happened, the Aces beat the Grizzles 5-2 on Monday night for their first ever playoff berth.

Meet Sheriff Joe Arpaio

Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, Arizona will be speaking in Carson City on September 24th, at 12:00 noon in the Weaver hanger of Carson City's Airport. Sponsored by the Nevada Republican Assembly, Carson City Republican Central Committee and the Carson City Republican Women's Club.

Carson City Library: Girl Scout's fundraiser aims high: Books, library cards for youngsters

A Carson City teen's vision to get books into the hands of young readers will culminate Saturday with a book sale at the Carson City Library. Margaret Duvall, 13, has been collecting used books ...

BLM proposes to offer 10 acres for sale in Carson City

By the Bureau of Land Management
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Carson City District-Sierra Front Field Office proposes to offer for competitive bid sale two parcels of public land in Carson City, Nevada. Written public comments on the proposed sale will be accepted until Sept. 8, 2011.

Summer transition to fall at South Lake Tahoe with events beginning Labor Day weekend

Before summer segues to fall, Tahoe South will celebrate a Labor Day last call: an amped-up holiday weekend of non-stop activities on and off the water including a food and wine festival, sternwheeler race, outdoor and showroom concerts and a fireworks extravaganza.

LABOR DAY WEEKEND

Carson City Mint Coin Show

Coin collectors and numismatists from all over the country will be flocking to Carson City August 26-27 to purchase the coveted Mint Mark “CC” coins and other collectibles. In fact, the hobby of coin collecting is more popular than ever before, thanks to the high price of gold. Twenty-five dealers will be on hand from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm both Friday and Saturday, giving free appraisals and offering valuable wares to buy, sell, and trade. Fabulous prizes will be raffled off both days, culminating in the Grand Prize Drawing at 3 pm on Saturday.

Library New & Notes: Writing contests, book sale and more at library

Never content to be "good enough," the library manages to make August interesting and informative for members of the community. Patrons interested in the current economic situation can find free le...

Caden's yard sale today

A yard sale today and Sunday will benefit a Carson City 5-year-old battling brain cancer for the second time. Organizer Kathy Johnson said they've received enough to donations to fill the Eagle's L...

Heavenly Resort 'Yard Sale' on Facebook offers 100 prizes through the week

Beginning today through July 29, Heavenly Mountain Resort at Lake Tahoe is showing some love to its loyal Facebook community and redefining the term “yard sale” by giving away 100 ski and board prizes in two weeks.

Gas station clerk arrested for selling to minors, carrying fake ID

You would normally think it's minors who get busted for fake IDs when it comes to buying alcohol, but in this case, a gas station clerk was arrested after he sold alcohol to a 16-year-old decoy, and was found to have a false identification.

Gurpreet Singh Gill, 28, was arrested Monday evening in the 1100 block of North Carson Street for felony possession of false ID and misdemeanor unlawful sale of alcohol to a minor.

Gaming commission approves sale of Carson Station

The Nevada Gaming Commission Thursday approved the sale of Carson Station to 777 Gaming of Las Vegas.Clark Russell, built the hotel-casino on Carson Street and has operated it since 1987.Rory Be...

Gaming commission approves sale of Carson Station

The Nevada Gaming Commission Thursday approved the sale of Carson Station to 777 Gaming of Las Vegas.Clark Russell, built the hotel/casino on Carson Street and has operated it since 1987.Roy Bed...

PARADE & STREET DANCE SATURDAY

America, and Carson City, loves a parade!!! You, and your entire family, won’t want to miss out on the PARADE OF CARS this Saturday at 6:30pm! The KARSON KRUZERS 27th Annual Run-What-Cha-Brung parade route starts at the Carson Mall parking lot and will head north on Carson Street to just past Winnie Lane. The cars will then return south on Carson Street to the Nugget parking lot located at the corner of Robinson and Carson Street.

New Report Shows Nevada Among States Collecting Most Excise Tax Revenue

Some of the highest excise tax revenues among the states are collected in Nevada, a new report from the Mercatus Center shows.
Nevada is one of six states – along with Connecticut, New Hampshire, Minnesota, and West Virginia – that collect over $600 in excise revenues per capita.

Gov. Sandoval Signs Bill Aimed At Generating More Money For Schools By Investing In Economic Diversity

CARSON CITY – A bill allowing the state Treasurer to invest up to $50 million in education trust funds to support economic diversification efforts and generate more money for public schools was signed into law today by Gov. Brian Sandoval.

New license plate to help fund NDOW programs

By the Nevada Department of Wildlife
After a five-year journey, the Nevada Department of Wildlife's first-ever license plate is set to be released in late June or early July.

Proceeds from the sale of the "Conserve Wildlife" plate will provide sorely needed funding for NDOW's wildlife education and volunteer programs.

Carson City Mint Coin Show Raffle Tickets Now on Sale at Nevada State Museum

By Deborah Stevenson
In honor of the 150th Anniversary of the Nevada Territory, The Nevada State Museum staff designed a unique raffle prize to celebrate this year’s coin show in Carson City, August 26-27, 2011. Raffle tickets are now on sale for the Grand Prize, featuring three special commemoratives: one ounce .999 fine silver medallion, celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Nevada Territory; copper Abraham Lincoln Medallion; and brass Nevada State Seal Medallion.

Five Days Left to Purchase a 2011-12 Squaw Valley Discount Season Pass

PRESS RELEASE — Squaw Valley USA starts the five day countdown to the resort’s June 15 season pass deadline. Following the June 15 deadline, most season pass prices are slated to increase so skiers and riders are encouraged to buy now to get the best season pass deal in Lake Tahoe. Starting at $399 for adults and $99 for kids, Squaw Valley 2011-12 season passes are on sale now at squaw.com.

Movie Review: "The Hangover II" no worse than a bad cold

If you saw "Hangover," the flag-waver for the series, you know what "Hangover Part 2 (or II, it wavers) is all about. You probably know it so well that there's not a lot of attraction to seeing "Part 2.) Same cast, same story (but switched to Bangkok) same gags, same car chases (although a car chase in a Bangkok market with the good guys being chased by two motorcycle killers is a bit different, but not really).

Carson City man arrested for selling heroin

David Scott Illig, 24, was arrested Saturday night in the 5600 block of South Carson Street after the Carson City Sheriff's Special Enforcement Team allegedly made two controlled purchases of heroin from him through a cooperating source.

Booker T to Headline Annual “Concert Under the Stars”

The 3rd annual Concert Under the Stars will rock Carson City on July 13th behind Adele’s Restaurant and Lounge. Grammy Winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Booker T will headline the event. The soul legend will perform music from his critically acclaimed new album “The Road from Memphis” as well as old favorites. Also performing, Sonoma based Frobeck. The band’s unique blend of pop, funk and rock has been wowing audiences since 2005. Reno favorite The Mighty Surf Lords will open the show.

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