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On Sunday, Aug. 26, a team of residents from Summit Estates Senior Living and Memory Care will take their place at the starting line for a special 1-mile event created especially for the seniors, ages 66-90, by The Dolan Running Series, produced by Reno 5000.

According to the calendar, summer is coming to a close but South Lake Tahoe is refusing to acknowledge it. Tahoe South will host a magnitude of events extending the season from Labor Day into October with entertainment, culinary festivals, music, outdoor recreation, competitions and a lakefront laser show.

On Aug. 26, 2018, a team of residents from Summit Estates Senior Living and Memory Care, Reno, will take their place at the starting line for the RENO 5000 JR 1 Mile 2018 Country Run. Wearing matching team T-shirts and comfortable walking shoes, a few will have their walkers or canes in hand, but that’s okay, said Amanda Jenkins, administrator at Summit Estates. “Life is a journey and our residents embrace new experiences and challenges regardless of their age or physical abilities. They are physically and mentally ready to conquer this year’s race.”

A 38 year-old Carson City woman was arrested early Saturday morning at 12:58 a.m. in the area of South Carson and Eighth streets on felony possession of methamphetamine and misdemeanor drug paraphernalia possession, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.

I’m not even going to speculate on the air quality, but please use your best judgement when choosing your activities and there may be some cancellations that I am not aware of. Downtown has a full day of options, but the back roads may be a little more difficult to navigate due to construction projects. The great music that awaits will be worth the hassle. Read on and you’ll find indoors and outdoors activities that will help alleviate the cabin fever.

SATURDAY:

This August, troves of visitors from all over will flock to the 83rd annual White Pine Fair and Horse Races Western festival in Ely, Nev. Eventgoers can expect the same thrills and nod to Western tradition at this jam-packed, three-day event that has taken place for decades.

Two were arrested Sunday evening after allegedly smoking methamphetamine in the parking lot of a casino on Goni Road, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

A 32 year-old Carson City man was arrested late Wednesday night at 10:33 p.m. in the 2700 block of Menlo Drive on two counts of felony third-offense domestic battery, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported, as well as for two outstanding bench warrants issued by the Carson City Justice Court.

Shortstop Ildemaro Vargas has made his long-awaited return to the Phoenix desert.

The Reno Aces’ parent club, the Arizona Diamondbacks, promoted Vargas to the big leagues Thursday when infielder Jake Lamb went on the disabled list. Jack Reinheimer cleared waivers and is back with Reno.

With the end of the heat wave nowhere in sight, people are beginning to get a little stir crazy stuck inside lying in front of the air-conditioning all day. Luckily, Carson City and the surrounding areas offer many options to keep cool while we wait for high temperatures to come down some.

Summer fun is heating up! Let the kids burn off some energy at the Kids Triathlon at Mills Park. You’ll find all the colors of the rainbow, plus great music and fun times, at the Festival of Unity and Community: Sassabration. Get your grub on at the annual Nevada Honor Flight Chili Cook-off at Glen Eagles, and make sure to check out the craft vendors. The Brewery Arts Center free Concert Series continues tonight with Remember Jones on the stage; bring the family and your friends for a good time had by all. Read on for even more hot summer fun.

SATURDAY:

All aboard the 2018 Silver State Scavenger Hunt. The hunt is back, and the pressure’s on to get out and explore Nevada while winning some awesome adventure prizes. We’re incorporating Nevada railroads into this year’s hunt, taking adventurers to some of the state’s most iconic, exciting, and important train destinations.

Recent updates to the Silver Oak Golf Course in Northwest Carson City are turning the assumption of golf as exclusive recreation on its head.

Area Girl Scout Troop No. 35 recently raised money to purchase children-sized gloves for Carson City's Muscle Powered Trash Mob.

Three days of intensive skills training and competition wrap up the 2018 Extreme Motor Officer Challenge today along Oxoby Loop at Mills Park.

It’s a planes, trains, and automobiles kind of weekend. Add in bands, bikes and bar-be-ques and we’ve got most of this weekend’s list covered. The Carson City Airport is celebrating 90 years at this year’s open house and fly-in. One of the summer’s best events with balloon rides, cool old planes, and much more: you won’t want to miss it. Beat the heat at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada; all admission fees have been waived today thanks to Carson City Toyota. Summer concerts at the Brewery Arts Center begin tonight with the Original Wailers.

Head down to Mills Park for a great time. The annual Rockabilly Riot features cool cars, contests, and plenty of rock-n-roll. You’ll also find the Extreme Motor Officer Challenge with motorcycle cops from all over competing for top-dog status. For a free, family-friendly good time, you’ll find local band, Alias Jones, on the stage in McFadden Plaza. If you’ve ever been curious about the sport of BMX, tonight’s ‘Olympic Day’ racing will give you a taste of the track without any commitment.

FRIDAY, June 22: Things to do in Carson City

There is quite a bit to look forward to today, not to mention this coming weekend. The Rockabilly Riot roars into town and sets up shop at Mills Park for a whole weekend of vintage rat-rods and rock-n-roll. You’ll find the Extreme Motor Officers Challenge in the park, too, so expect it to be noisy. The Pony Express rides again, as it does every year, and retraces its historic route. Keep an eye out this evening for the rider heading east. Enjoy some blues, funk and rock courtesy of the Mylo McCormick Project at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park as part of their annual summer music series.

The annual Pony Express Re-ride, a re-enactment of the original Pony Express Route that spanned nearly 2,000 miles passing through what are now seven western states, is returning to Carson City this Thursday.

The Reno Aces hold a dynamic Venezuelan double play combination in the Biggest Little City.

Switch-hitting shortstop Ildemaro Vargas and second baseman Juniel Querectuo bring their gloves and bats to Greater Nevada Field every game, and it’s paying dividends. From hits in the gap to double plays on the field, they get the job done. Both are riding hitting streaks.

Bicycles of all sizes and shapes took part in the Clunker Criterium, a free light-hearted public riding event for bicycle enthusiasts, Friday evening to kick off the third annual Epic Rides Carson City Off Road professional mountain biking circuit in downtown Carson City.

The Nevada Division of State Parks is excited to encourage Nevada residents to participate in the second annual America’s State Parks 2018 photo contest, sponsored by our partnering agency, the National Association of State Park Directors.

Hindu mantras will open the meetings of ten city and county councils in Utah, most probably for the first time, between June four to seven, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture.

The annual Carson City Smackdown Rodeo returns to the Nevada state capital this Friday and Saturday, June 1-2 at the Fuji Park Fairgrounds and Rodeo Arena.

The sixth annual Bulls, Broncs and Barrels is returning to Carson City's Fuji Park Fairgrounds this weekend.
“It’s exciting,” said promotor Manuel Souza. “The weather is going to be a real plus. Not too hot. Not too cold. Not too windy.”

Bicycle riding, beer drinking and social engagement.

It is time to gather up the family and gear and head to your favorite recreation spot. Memorial Day weekend is the kick off for the summer, and traditionally it is a very busy weekend on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Forest visitors can enjoy biking, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, and many more recreations activities this summer.

Next month's third annual Carson City Off-Road mountain bike event will feature a concert lineup of bands that is sure to rock the capital city, including the internationally-acclaimed, genre-breaking force of MarchFourth Marching Band.

Riding a 9-game UPSL unbeaten streak, the Western Nevada FC Coyotes travel to San Jose, CA to take on Real San Jose this Saturday at 6:45 pm. The Coyotes currently sit atop the Wild West Conference standings at 7-1-0 with 22 points. The club is also the number one ranked team in the country for the second consecutive week.

True Grit: A Celebration of Old West Culture from miners, pioneers, ranchers and outlaws, will be featured this Saturday at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.