Local seniors are invited to a free barbeque-style lunch on Thursday, July 25 at The Lodge Assisted Living Community in Carson City. Seniors can enjoy a chuck wagon lunch, rodeo games, an old fashioned watering hole as well as prizes from 2 to 4 p.m.

The party takes place in the Lodge Dining Hall and Ballroom. The Lodge hosts monthly Senior Mingles as a way to help local seniors stay active and make new friends. Reservations are appreciated and can be made by calling 775-583-8192.

The Lodge is Carson City’s premier assisted living facility. It is located at 2200 E. Long Street in Carson City. 775-583-8192.

The Fourth of July holiday period is the busiest time of year in the Lake Tahoe Basin. For those visiting during the holiday and attending one of the firework displays over the lake, expect extremely crowded conditions and excess traffic.

Because of the Basin’s high elevation, expect intense sunlight during the day and much lower temperatures at night. Bring sunscreen, a jacket, and carry a flashlight. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated.

If planning to camp overnight at a designated campground, make reservations ahead of time by going here. In addition, keep the following information in mind to help everyone enjoy a safe and fun holiday.

Wildfire prevention is everyone’s responsibility. Possession of fireworks of any kind, including firecrackers and sparklers, is illegal in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Campfires and portable charcoal grills are not permitted on National Forest beaches or in the general forest. If planning to barbecue on the beach, bring a portable gas grill instead of charcoal.

This will reduce the danger of wildfire in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Remember, a hot ember can travel for miles in the wind and it only takes one small spark to ignite a large wildfire. Fire restrictions on National Forest System land in the Lake Tahoe Basin begin on July 1, 2016. For complete information on fire restrictions, go here.

The annual alcohol ban will be in effect at Nevada Beach, Zephyr Cove Resort, and Zephyr Shoals (the former Dreyfus Estate) from 6 a.m. to midnight on July 4, 2016.

The Forest Order and maps will be posted here. In addition, county and state laws ban the possession or consumption of alcohol on the Truckee River from Tahoe City to Alpine Meadows and Chamber's Landing Beach on the West Shore, beginning July 1 and continuing through July 6. These areas will be patrolled by law enforcement personnel from the Forest Service, Douglas and Placer counties, the Carson City Sheriff’s Department, and private security staff.

Consider public transportation during the holiday as holiday traffic and road construction make for extremely crowded roads and parking areas. Walk, carpool, or bicycle to avoid limited parking in crowded recreation areas and heavy traffic and delays after the firework displays.

The Nifty Fifty Trolley stops at National Forest beaches along the South and West shores of Lake Tahoe. At developed recreation sites, such as Kiva, Tallac Historic Site, Taylor Creek Visitor Center and Echo Lake and Angora Lake resorts, parking is allowed only in designated parking spaces inside the parking lots, not along the roadway.

When parking, do not block road access or narrow lanes, which could impede response in an emergency. Where parking on the side of the road is allowed, be careful to not park on vegetation as this can cause damage to the environment and can spark a fire.

Day-use parking fees for July 4 at Pope, Baldwin, and Nevada beaches will be $20 and at Zephyr Cove Beach $25 to cover increased security and facility maintenance costs of the holiday.

For information on rules regarding pets, go here.

Trash and debris left behind after festivities can be harmful and even fatal to wildlife. It represents a human health hazard, and degrades Lake Tahoe.

Trash cans may become full, so plan ahead and pack out all garbage. Become part of the solution by volunteering for the Adopt-A-Beach program coordinated by the Lake Tahoe Visitor’s Authority and the City of South Lake Tahoe or the League to Save Lake Tahoe’s (LTSLT) Annual Keep Tahoe Red, White and Blue beach clean-ups from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, July 5.

Clean-up sites include areas all around Lake Tahoe. To volunteer and learn more, visit http://www.adoptabeachtahoe.com/ or https://keeptahoeblue.org/news/events.

For more information on the July 4 holiday, visit the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit website at http://www.fs.usda.gov/ltbmu or call 530-543-2600, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., or the Taylor Creek Visitor Center at 530-543-2674 on weekends and holidays. We wish everyone a safe and fun Independence Day holiday.

With hot weather, dry lightening and drought conditions arriving this summer, conditions for explosive brush and forest fires across the Silver State has increased. Because of this, the Bureau of Land Management Carson City District Office has announced plans to begin statewide fire restrictions on public lands beginning Friday, July 16.
Even with heavier rain and snowfall over the winter and spring that amounted to above normal moisture for the season, brush and vegetation in on Nevada's western slopes and the Eastern Sierra of California has since dried out, according to the BLM.
Lately, swaths of wild grass and under brush has arriving at the lower elevations and trees and other forest vegetation at higher elevations are quickly getting sapped out, according to the BLM.

Additionally, the Nevada Division of Forestry restrictions within the Sierra Fire Protection District prohibit operating vehicles off of existing hard surface gravel roads or dirt roads in wildland areas, and operating vehicles or equipment traveling on or using wildland areas without at least an axe, shovel and one gallon of water. The BLM and the Forest Service recommend avoiding cross-country travel whenever possible to prevent grass from igniting from hot exhaust systems. All agencies recommend that individuals carry cell phones while in the wildlands or national forests to report wild fires.

Affected Areas include:

BLM— all areas, roads and trails on the BLM-Carson District outside of developed recreation sites with the exception of Sand Mountain Recreation Area, and the portion of the Walker Lake Recreation Area within 100 yards of Walker Lake, or between Walker Lake and U.S. Highway 95 where camp fires are permitted.
Forest Service– all areas, roads and trails within the Carson and Bridgeport Ranger Districts on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest with the exception of using campfires within the approved fire pits or grills provided in open Fee Recreation Sites.
NDF– all areas, roads and trails within the boundaries of the Sierra Forest Fire Protection District in Carson City and Storey County. This order also applies to the following state parks: Lake Tahoe Nevada, Washoe Lake, the Carson River Ranches portion of Ft. Churchill, and Dayton in western Nevada.

Barbecue enthusiasts are reminded that the charcoal grills cannot be used during fire restrictions. Charcoal burns longer and hotter than wood and may appear to be cold; however, embers can linger for hours. Winds can spread the embers from charcoal and campfires into vegetation, igniting a wildfire. Propane or white gas stoves, however, are acceptable for use during fire restrictions.

Those who do not comply with posted restrictions use or possess fireworks, face fines of up to $10,000 or six months in prison under federal law. Persons may also be responsible for resource damage, suppression costs and any injuries that occur if they are found liable for causing a wildfire.

Call the BLM-Carson City District Office at (775) 885-6000, the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest at (775) 331-6444, or the Nevada Division of Forestry at (775) 849-2500.

Carson City residents got their shred on Saturday during a recycle event and barbecue to benefit Special Olympics of Nevada, raising $1,360 during the event.

Document destruction was done on-site by American Document Destruction and electronics recycling was collected by Computer Corps. Those waiting were treated to a barbecue. The event was free with organizers asking for $5 donations for each recycled electronic or box of documents shredding.

Special thanks to Carson City BBQ for donating the ribs, Raleys for donating hamburger and hot dogs, Computer Corps, American Document Destruction, Hampton Inn & Suites, Personnel Plus Inc, Bullis and Company for use of their parking lot, and Offsite Data depot for helping do the shredding.

Meanwhile, the Carson Mall Scarecrow Festival wrapped up festivities Saturday seeing dozens of families participating. More than $400 was raised for Special Olympics.

Upcoming Special Olympic of Nevada fundraisers include:

— Idols and Icons at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, Sunday, Sept. 18, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Join us for an entertaining look back at film, fashion, music & magic through the years. Presented by the Take 2 Performers and the Impossibles Magic Shop & Theater, you’ll enjoy light appetizers, drinks and desserts while taking in some great entertainment. This will be an evening you won't want to miss! Go here for ticket information.

— A car wash fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the 7-Eleven parking lot at 3838 Highway 50 East. Free hot dogs and drinks while you wait. The event is hosted by the Warm Springs Correctional Center Employee Committee and will also benefit Special Olympics of Nevada.

For the third year in a row, Northern Nevadans will be walking or running to raise critical funds and awareness for those affected by inherited bleeding disorders during the 2015 Hemophilia Walk & 5K.

The one mile walk and 5K are scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Virginia Lake Park in Reno. Participants are strongly encouraged to register for the walk at hfnv.org and begin collecting sponsorships.

Last year was the second year the Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation (NHF Nevada) held a walk and 5K in Reno, attracting more than 125 participants. Combined with funds raised at the Hemophilia Walk & 5K in Las Vegas, more than $50,000 was raised to increase awareness about inherited bleeding and clotting disorders such as Hemophilia and von Willebrand Disease, to send children with inherited bleeding disorders to a medically supervised camp at no cost to the kids and to help underwrite emergency financial assistance for clients.

“The families in Reno were amazing last year and we’re hoping we can keep the momentum going and get even more supporters to walk with us this year,” said Kelli Walters, Executive Director of the Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation. “Both these walks are crucial to ensuring that every person affected by inherited bleeding and clotting disorders in Nevada receive the help they need, from education to support to treatment.”

The Reno one mile walk and 5K will take place at Virginia Lake Park, 1980 Lakeside Dr., Reno, NV 89509. There will be a 9:00 a.m. on-site registration and the one mile walk and 5K run will begin at 10:00 a.m.

Attendees will be able to enjoy a barbecue, fun activities in the park and a team t-shirt contest. All walkers or runners who collect more than $25 in walk pledges will receive a 2015 Hemophilia Walk t-shirt.

Again this year, the Hemophilia Treatment Center of Nevada is the presenting sponsor of the Walk and 5K. It provides diagnosis, treatment, medical referrals and comprehensive clinics to all people with inherited bleeding and clotting disorders in Las Vegas, Reno and throughout the state. It is the only federally recognized hemophilia treatment center in the state.

The Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation (NHF Nevada) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was founded in 1990 and helps meet the vast education and support needs of the bleeding disorder community in Nevada. There are approximately 20,000 people living with Hemophilia in the United States. It is an expensive disease where life-long management of Hemophilia places a large financial burden on individuals and families.

If you like to eat, smile, chat and take care of your Christmas shopping in September, the opportunity goes hand-in-hand with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada's "World's Greatest Barbecue" Saturday.

If you like to eat, smile, chat and take care of your Christmas shopping in September, the opportunity goes hand-in-hand with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada's "World's Greatest Barbecue" Saturday.

The 2013 Edible Pedal is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 15

A guest post by Jill Stockton
If you are interested in trying something new as summer winds down, why not consider registering for the Edible Pedal 100™? The event takes place on Sunday, Sept. 15 at Bower’s Mansion in Washoe Valley.

More than 150 golfers are expected to compete in the 16th annual Western Nevada College Golf Classic to be held Friday, Sept. 18 at Silver Oak Course. Signups are now underway.

Proceeds from the annual tournament hosted by the Western Nevada College Foundation benefit College programs, help students achieve their academic goals and give back to the community as a skilled, educated workforce. This year’s proceeds are earmarked to support the College’s greatest needs that include scholarships for students, Jump Start College and the Applied Industrial Technology programs.

“This annual tournament provides scholarships to students who might not otherwise be able to attend college,” Foundation Director, Katie Leao, said. “We are grateful for the community’s support year after year.”

The 18-hole tournament features a four-person best-ball format with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Teams of four can sign up for $475, and individuals can sign up for $125. Business sponsorship and team entry is $700.

Tournament fees include raffle and tee prizes, barbecue and awards ceremony, hole-in-one prizes, on-course refreshments, a special margarita hole, poker run, team photos and more.

“Community members and business leaders look forward to the tournament every year,” Leao said. “Lots of spirited competition, camaraderie and the satisfaction of contributing to our students make this a really fun event.”

Tournament sponsors include Michael Hohl Automotive Group, AT&T, Waddell & Reed - Amy Clemens and Stevan Lyon, and Eagle Valley Golf Course.

Entries and sponsorships are being accepted until Sept. 8. Register online at www.wnc.edu/foundation. To sponsor, donate a raffle prize, participate or for more information, contact the WNC Foundation office at (775) 445-3240 or email katie.leao@wnc.edu.

Information on contributing to the Western Nevada College Foundation’s efforts to enhance the quality of life in western Nevada by creating partnerships with local business leaders and raising funds in support of the College’s educational, cultural and service goals can be found at http://www.wnc.edu/foundation/.

Photo information Western Nevada College Golf Classic 2014 tournament winners Jim Kepler, general manager, Eagle Valley Golf Course, Joe Tamburino, Steve McIntire and Mark Sattler.

Founded in 1992, the Western Nevada College Foundation’s primary purpose is to raise awareness, financial resources, and other assets in support of Western Nevada College by creating public/private partnerships, encouraging philanthropy with prospective donors and strengthening relationships between the college and the communities it serves.

With sunny skies, a gentle breeze and plenty of children and their parents, the 10th annual Cops and Kids open house, hosted by the Carson City Sheriff's Office on Saturday, lived up to its reputation as the safest party on the street.

More than 2,000 attended the four-hour event, which featured games, prizes and demonstrations by Carson City Sheriff's Office patrol officers and personnel. The event is designed for children and their parents to get quality meet-and-greet face time with law enforcement personnel.

"As we continue to build positive relationships with our youth, it is important to realize the strength of bond established at very early ages," said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong. "For a young boy or girl to be able to identify with an officer by their first name, barriers are reduced and trust with confidence is built.”

And with the Nevada Highway Patrol moving some of its personnel into the Sheriff's Office on Musser Street, the event provided NHP a venue to get better acquainted with children and parents in the neighborhood.

"Reaching out to the community and kids at an early age and being able to tell them that we are here to help them if they ever need our help is really important," said NHP Trooper Barbara Stapleton. "These kids are our future. And one day they will be taking care of us."

A free hot dog lunch provided by Grocery Outlet was available for everyone, and for the first time, every single hot dog of the more than 2,000 cooked by the Carson City Kiwanis Club, was eaten. More than 450 prizes were awarded courtesy of DARE and open house sponsors.

Cops and Kids sheriff’s Open house began as an effort to give back to the community and is partially funded by Justice Assistance Grant.

It has grown and gained tremendous community support over the years, with sponsors having stepped in to defray costs. Grocery Outlet donates hot dogs, buns and beverages. Kemp’s Fun Jumpers provides the bounce house. Northern Nevada Coin, The Downtown Business Association, Benson’s Feed, Liz’s Biz, Dan Kimm Rock It Productions, Harcourts NV-1 Realty, Carson City Kiwanis Club, American Family Insurance, Jamba Juice and Carson Now all donate or provide services to help minimize the cost, said DARE Officer and organizer Lisa Davis.

“Our local business community really makes this happen. Year after year our sponsors have come back to help and this year, we've even gotten some new sponsors," Davis said.

Local agencies and law enforcement personnel help make this event a success by conducting hands-on activities. Local agencies including the Partnership Carson City, Y.I.E.L.D., Boys and Girls Club of Northern Nevada, Mentor Center, Ron Wood Family Resource Center, Cub Scouts, U.N.R. Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development, Food for Thought, Carson City Health and Human Services and the American Lung Association were among this year's participants.

Youth fun and activities continue Sunday at the The Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada kickoff Carson City summer party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The free community barbecue will feature a Bounce house, games and activities, parent membership orientations and discounted memberships.

The Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada is located at 1870 Russell Way in Carson City.

The Fourth of July holiday weekend is the busiest time in the Lake Tahoe Basin. For those visiting during the weekend and attending one of the firework displays over the lake, expect extremely crowded conditions and excess traffic.

Because of the Basin’s high elevation, expect intense sunlight during the day and much lower temperatures at night. Bring sunscreen, a jacket, and carry a flashlight. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated. If planning to camp overnight at a designated campground, make reservations ahead of time at here. In addition, keep the following information in mind to help everyone enjoy a safe and fun holiday.

Wildfire prevention is everyone’s responsibility. Possession of fireworks of any kind, including firecrackers and sparklers, is illegal in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Campfires are not permitted on National Forest beaches or in the general forest. For those planning to barbecue on the beach, bring gas barbeques instead of charcoal. This will help to reduce the danger of wildfire.

The annual alcohol ban will be in effect at Nevada Beach, Zephyr Cove Resort, and Zephyr Shoals (the former Dreyfus Estate) from 6 a.m. to midnight on July 4, 2014. The Forest Order and maps will be posted here. Additionally, county and state laws ban the possession or consumption of alcohol on the Truckee River from Tahoe City to Alpine Meadows and Chamber's Landing Beach on the West Shore, beginning July 1 and continuing through July 6. These areas will be patrolled by law enforcement personnel from the Forest Service, Douglas and Placer counties, the Carson City Sheriff’s Department, and private security staff.

Consider public transportation during the holiday. Walk, carpool, or bicycle to avoid limited parking in crowded recreation areas and heavy traffic and delays after the firework displays. The Nifty Fifty Trolley stops at National Forest beaches along the South and West Shores of Lake Tahoe. At developed recreation sites, such as Kiva, Tallac and the Taylor Creek Visitor Center, parking is allowed only in designated parking spaces inside the parking lots, not along the roadway. When parking, do not block road access or narrow lanes, which could impede response in an emergency. Where parking on the side of the road is allowed, be careful to not park on vegetation as this can cause damage to the environment and can spark a fire.

Day-use fees for the Fourth of July at Pope, Baldwin, and Nevada beaches will be $20 and at Zephyr Cove Beach $25 to cover increased security and facility maintenance costs of the holiday.

Pets are not allowed at National Forest designated swim beaches, including Nevada, Pope, Baldwin, Meeks and William Kent. Leashed pets are welcome at Kiva Picnic Area from Valhalla Boathouse/Pier to Tallac Point in South Lake Tahoe, Echo Lakes on Echo Summit, Zephyr Shoals and Hidden and Chimney beaches on the East Shore, Coon Street Beach (at the boat launch) in King's Beach, and Kaspian and 64 Acres beaches in Tahoe City. Please pick up after pets and keep them leashed at all times.

Trash and debris left behind after festivities can be harmful and even fatal to wildlife. It presents a human health hazard, and contributes to Lake Tahoe’s loss of clarity. Trash cans may become full, so plan ahead and pack out all garbage. Become part of the solution by volunteering for the League to Save Lake Tahoe’s Annual Keep Tahoe Red, White and Blue beach clean-ups from 9 a.m. to noon on July 5. Clean-up sites include Taylor Creek to the Tallac Historic Site and Regan Beach to Timber Cove on the South Shore, Nevada Beach and Zephyr Shoals on the East Shore, and Commons Beach on the North Shore. For information on volunteering, contact Marilee Movius at 530-541-5388 or email marilee@keeptahoeblue.org.

For more information, visit the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit website here or call 530-543-2694, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., or the Taylor Creek Visitor Center at 530-543-2674 on weekends and holidays.

The Carson High Class of 1969 will hold a 45th reunion Friday Sept. 12 at Westside Pourhouse, 110 W Telegraph St. for a meet and greet.

We invite classes 1966 through 1972, and teachers.

Saturday will be a barbecue for classmates only at the home of Paul Sinnott.

For any furthur information please contact Gwen Johnson Hopper at 775-882-4044.

The Reno Aces Baseball Club and Professional Sports Catering have revamped and reinvented the menus at Bugsy’s BBQ and Duffy’s Ale House within Greater Nevada Field’s premises. Additional game day concepts for the 2016 season include three new signature concession brands and partnerships with local food hotspots, including Wild Garlic pizza, Flocchini sausage and hot dogs made in Carson City and Sierra Meats burger meat.

“With our new facility name, Greater Nevada Field, we wanted to bring a greater food experience to our fans in 2016,” said Aces and Reno 1868 FC President Eric Edelstein. “With local food partnerships and new menu concepts in place, every night at Greater Nevada Field will be a tasty one.”

New to the menu in 2016:

— Philly Cheesesteak Dog featuring grilled, fresh cheesesteak and housemade cheese sauce.

— Buffalo Dog featuring pickled carrots and celery piled over a hot dog marinated in buffalo sauce and finished with housemade blue cheese sauce.

— The D’Backs Dog pays tribute to our parent club and includes housemade Pico de Gallo, smoked ranch beans, queso fresco, cilantro and shaved, fresh jalapeños. All of these gourmet hot dogs will be available at the Franx concept, located inside The Biggest Little Grill, as well as the In-Seat Menu for $6.00.

Burgertopia: ½ pound Wagyu cut fresh local burgers are the star of our second new concession brand.

— Black & Blue Burger features Point Reyes blue cheese.

— Pulled Pork Burger topped with house-smoked pork, white BBQ sauce and crispy onions.

— The Caliente Burger is for those with a soft spot for hot, bold and spicy. It includes Sriracha aioli, fried jalapeños and pepper jack cheese. Combined with one of our many craft beers, this is a ballpark experience like no other.

All of the aforementioned burgers are served with fries for $12.00 at our Burgertopia concept.

Sweet: Our third signature concept is a great and innovative expansion of our dessert offerings in the ballpark. The list includes:

— Caramel apple and red velvet funnel cakes, deep fried Snickers, waffle cones and helmet sundaes with crumbled Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

All will be available at our sweet concept located inside Comstock Grill for $5-6.00.

Bambino Sandwich: This great concoction features a trio of house-smoked specialties surrounded by ballpark classics.

— The Bambino includes house-smoked pork, brisket and chicken, smothered in macaroni & cheese and Granny Smith Apple Coleslaw, finished with a skewer of fresh-roasted corn, chipotle mayo and queso fresco. Available inside Comstock Grill for $14.00.

Bird-N-A-Biscuit Sandwich: A spicy chicken sandwich with housemade country gravy and our signature “Biscuit Waffle.” Available inside The Biggest Little Grill and the In-Seat menu for $7.00.

Buffalo Chicken Waffle Sandwich: Greater Nevada Field’s 2015 fan-favorite is now even more innovative.

— Sandwiched between housemade Belgian Waffles will be blue cheese macaroni & cheese, smoked buffalo chicken and fresh coleslaw tossed with housemade blue cheese sauce. Available inside The Biggest Little Grill and the In-Seat menu for $7.50.

Brother’s Barbecue and Wild Garlic Pizza and Pub: The Aces and Professional Sports Catering are very excited and proud to bring fans two of Reno’s favorites to Greater Nevada Field. Brother’s Barbecue will be showcasing their smoked pork and brisket at their Barbecue Portable for $8.00. Located on the first-base concourse, Wild Garlic Pizza and Pub slices of pizza will be sold for $5.00.

Roasted Green Chile Meatball Sandwich: Foot-long meatball sub with housemade meatballs and roasted green chile sauce, queso fresco, cilantro and fresh jalapeños. Available inside the Wild Garlic Pizza and Pub location for $7.00.

Bugsy’s BBQ: Reinvented the popular location’s restaurant menu and concept to feature innovative BBQ creations. The revamped menu features:

— Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with smoked cheddar cheese.
— Smoked Brisket Tacos with cilantro coleslaw.
— Smoked Tri-Tip Sandwich with caramelized onions and horseradish aioli.
— Southwest Salad with roasted corn and housemade baked bean vinaigrette.
— Housemade Donuts with smoked chipotle chocolate sauce.

Other innovative creations highlight the menu, with all items under $10.00.

Duffy’s Ale House: Completely reinvented menu featuring pizza oven flatbreads and sandwiches.

— The Signature Flatbread features roasted tri-tip, pickled red onions, Point Reyes blue cheese, arugula and housemade blue cheese vinaigrette.
— Sweet Chili Chicken Flatbread with Brie cheese, arugula and housemade red wine vinaigrette.
— Pizza oven sandwiches include Italian Meatballs with housemade marinara, Chicken Parmesan with roasted red pepper sauce, Flocchini Sausage Sandwich with vodka sauce and the pizza oven Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich.

These will all be available for under $10.

Also new to Greater Nevada Field in 2016:

Cuervo Bar – located in right field, serving draft beer and great Jose Cuervo cocktails.

Cuervo Margarita Cart – located on the first-base concourse, fans can enjoy Jose Cuervo margaritas.

Jim Beam Bar – located in the Freight House District, the bar will be serving newly created and innovative cocktails.

The Aces will continue to offer fan-favorite items such as the locally-sourced sausages, foot long hot dogs and souvenir nacho helmets in 2016. Delicious candy-coated apples and more from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory also will be returning again to Greater Nevada Field.
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Ticket packages are on sale now at www.renoaces.com or by calling (775) 334-4700.

Did you feel the chill in the air this morning? It was a cool start to Labor Day with Carson City seeing a low of 41, Minden, 32 and South Lake Tahoe a barely freezing 31, according to the National Weather Service.

Today will be warming of around Carson City, Carson Valley and Dayton areas with highs in the mid 70s and mostly sunny skies. Perfect barbecue and picnic weather. If you're headed up to the lake today, daytime highs will be in the upper 60s and overnight lows again in the mid-30s.

Tuesday morning should bring that chill again, with lows in the low 40s for the valleys and mid to low 30s in the Sierra.

The cooler weather won't stick around for much longer, a warmup this week beginning Tuesday with highs in the low 80s for Tuesday and Wednesday and warming to the upper 80s for Thursday and Friday and a high of 88 on Saturday.

More than 2,000 hungry locals and visitors filled downtown Carson City Saturday night for the 19th annual Taste of Downtown, a culinary event over 20 blocks that featured 43 restaurants, seven bands and plenty of community bonding.
From tangy barbecue ribs to fresh made pizza and lasagna, authentic tacos, sushi rolls and decadent desserts, there was more than enough food and good times to go around for this Carson City culinary fundraiser that benefits Advocates to End Domestic Violence.

A 34-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of domestic battery second offense and a felony parole and probation violation, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Bernard Turner III was taken into custody at 3:14 p.m. in the 300 block of Winnie Lane. According to the arrest report, the victim told officers her boyfriend “snapped” and began slapping her on the left side of her face and pulling her around the residence by grabbing her arms.

She said the issue had been ongoing for the last few days. Deputies observed bruising and redness on the woman’s face, legs, arms, chest and back. He was arrested after briefly resisting officers, who had asked him more than 5 times to stop resisting and comply, the report states.

A criminal history showed he had a prior for domestic battery and that he was also on parole and probation and that the arrest on suspicion of domestic battery was a violation of probation. Bail: $5,000 for the domestic battery charge. He’s being held without bail for parole and probation violation.

In other arrests:
— A 36-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday, 2:09 a.m. in the 1500 block of Rand Avenue on misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery. According to the arrest report, deputies responded to a residence for a domestic battery report.

Officers arrived an interviewed the victim and his sister. The suspect allegedly had been drinking, got into an argument with his girlfriend and when her brother intervened, the suspect pushed him to the ground causing his prosthetic leg to come off, according to the arrest report.

The suspect, who arrived at the apartment two hours later after the altercation, provided deputies inconsistent information about what happened. He was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery. Bail: $3,137.

— A 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday, 2:55 a.m. in the area of North Roop and Hot Springs Road on misdemeanor suspicion of violation of a temporary restraining order. Bail: $1,137.

— A 53-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Sunday, 6:45 p.m. in the 1800 block of Newman Place on misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery. According to the arrest report, deputies were called to the residence and met with the victim and suspect.

The two had been at a bar and when they came back to the residence it turn into a physical confrontation where the woman allegedly slapped her boyfriend in the face multiple times. A deputy observed redness on his face and a small abrasion on his arm.

The victim stated during the altercation he placed his hands on the woman’s face and took her to the ground so should couldn’t attack him, the arrest report states.

The woman was read her Miranda warning where she admitted to hitting the man first during their altercation. She had scratch marks on the left side of her face that corroborated the man’s account. She was determined to be the primary aggressor and taken into custody. Bail: $3,137.

— A 35-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Monday, 9:22 p.m. in the 200 block of James Court on misdemeanor suspicion of domestic battery. According to the arrest report, deputies were dispatched to the 400 block of West 9th Street at 7:40 p.m. in reference to a domestic dispute. Dispatch advised the female suspect was intoxicated and trying to get inside of a home.
When officers arrived the woman had left. The victim said the suspect brought their children over to the house for a barbecue and she became intoxicated.

The victim said the woman began fighting with him and his girlfriend and she was asked to leave the house. When the door closed it was locked. The woman then allegedly began climbing into the house through the front window. The victim attempted to push her back outside, in which she took the screen and hit him in the arm with it. The officer observed a scratch and a small amount of blood on the man’s arm, the arrest report states. Bail: $3,137.

— A couple was arrested Sunday, 11:47 a.m. in the area of Kings Canyon Road, 1/2-mile from the top on suspicion of misdemeanor violation of alternative sentencing conditions.
According to the arrest report, deputies were dispatched to the area for a reckless driver in which the 45-year-old male half was cited. A deputy recognized the man’s 40-year-old wife from previous contacts. Dispatch advised both of them were on alternative sentencing. The man was not allowed to be near the woman and the woman had a “no alcohol” clause. Her preliminary breath test was a .282. Bail: $3,000 each.

Go here for other arrests this weekend. All information for the crime log (unless otherwise noted) comes from the arrest reports supplied by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, and is considered by law to be public information. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The policy of Carson Now is to name anyone who is arrested for a felony offense.

The tournament is Saturday, August 27, at the Silver Oak Golf Course. Cost is $100 per player, which includes range balls, green fees with cart, continental breakfast, barbecue lunch, tee prizes, on-course contests, and team prizes. Check-in and breakfast at 7 am, with an 8 am shotgun start. Tournament format is a 4-person California Scramble, and those not signing up as a team will be paired with other individual players.

Player registration forms and sponsor payment options are available at www.sicarsoncity.org. To donate a raffle prize, or for more information, call Dixie at 775-882-3051 or Mary at 775-220-9630. Scroll photos and click to see the flier or see the flier attached below.

The tournament is held in association with corporate sponsors Carson Tahoe Health, Tahoe Carson Radiology, and Greater Nevada Credit Union.

Other sponsorship opportunities are available. Funds raised pay for breast cancer biopsies for under-insured women, scholarships for local women and girls, and grant funding for charitable organizations. Soroptimist International of Carson City is a local volunteer club, part of a global organization, dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment.

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Sheriff Furlong and Muscle Powered advisor Lee Harter getting ready to ride.

(Story originally appearing on MusclePowered.org by Anne Macquarie)
Next month is Bike Month and there are plenty of activities planned in Carson City. We kick off on April 24 with Nevada Moves Day at the State Legislature.
Muscle Powered is organizing exhibits in the front foyer of the legislative building highlighting Nevada groups working for better walking and biking. Participants include the Reno Bike Project, Safe Routes to Schools, the Carson Valley Trails Association and more.

Muscle Powered members will invite legislators on a one-hour walk from 7 to 8 am starting from the legislative building, highlighting complete and not-so-complete streets in downtown Carson City. Exhibits will be up all day long – this is a good opportunity to visit what everyone during the session calls simply “the building,” so come down and say hello.
Rides
Next up is Bike Habitat’s Tour de Carson on Sunday, May 5. This popular ride starts from Bike Habitat in the Topsy Lane shopping center, circles Carson City, then ends up back at Bike Habitat for a barbecue.
Jenny Scanland is leading Slow Spokes Rides every Wednesday at 5:15 pm through June. Contact Jenny at  jscanland@charter.net, 694-2787.
Several years ago Jeff Potter picked up then-City Supervisor Shelly Aldean on his tandem and they rode to work together on the first day of Bike To Work Week. This has evolved into a  Celebrity Ride where community leaders are invited to join Muscle Powered members on a leisurely hour-long ride around Carson City’s west side. Last year we were joined by the mayor, the sheriff, and several City department heads. This year we have invited state officials as well, so we’ll see who shows up. The Celebrity Ride will be on Tuesday, May 7.
One of the most popular events of Bike Month, the Cruiser Ride, will take place on Wednesday, May 15. Ride your prettiest bike. Costumes – for both bikes and riders – are not mandatory but welcome.
Vietnam Veterans of America family bike ride will take place on Saturday May 18, just before the end-of-Bike-Week party.
Artists
Local Gallery Artsy Fartsy is hosting a tricycle yard art contest. The trikes will be decorated by local artists, and will be sold by silent auction. The gallery will also show bicycle-themed art throughout the month.
Bike to Work Week
Of course the whole purpose of Bike Month – besides to have fun, which is always important – is to encourage biking for transportation. Bike to Work Week is May 13-17. Bike to Work DAY is May 17. We are organizing another Corporate/Agency Challenge this year, so you can compete for most miles ridden during the week as an individual or team, and get your chance to hold on to our enormous Bike Trophy for a year. Contact Jeff Potter through this site if you want to take part. Jenny Scanland is hosting a Bike Commute Station in the state’s Bryan Building (901 S. Stewart St) on May 1,2, and 3 to share tips for bike commuting. There will be free coffee for bike commuters on Bike to Work Day May 17 at various locations – check here or on our Facebook page for details.
Parties and other events
The End-of-Bike-Week Party will be Saturday, May 18, 3-6 pm, on West Telegraph Street by Telegraph Square in downtown Carson City. There will be a raffle including 2 cruiser bikes, bands, food trucks, tricycle races, and more.
This isn’t all. Other events include a bike social at Tap Shack, a women’s bike clinic led by Muscle Powered board member Cortney Bloomer, a bike movie at Sassafras, potentially a showing of Rick Gunn’s popular Soul Cycler slide show and more. Check back for info as these events are lined up.

Soroptimist International of Carson City seeks golfers, tee or green sponsors, and raffle prize donations for their 11th annual Stroke to Help Golf Tournament. The tournament is Saturday, September 29, at Eagle Valley Golf Course. Golfers may choose to play either the duffer-friendly East Course or the challenging links-style West Course. Play on both courses will be a 9 a.m. Shotgun start, with a Scramble format. Cost is $85 per player, and includes a Continental Breakfast, greens fee and cart, tee prizes, and a Barbecue lunch afterwards. A raffle, separate contests, games, and prizes add to the fun. Players may sign up individually, or as a team of four. Deadline is September 21.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. This tournament is the area kick-off for the local Think Pink campaign, raising money to provide annual mammograms, plus subsequent biopsies as needed, for local un- and under-insured women. Carson Tahoe Regional Healthcare and Tahoe Carson Radiology, in addition to serving as Tournament Sponsors, also discount their fees for the program run through local clinic and physician referrals. Non-golfers wishing to help fight breast cancer may sponsor a tee or a green for $150, or donate a prize for the raffle. Additional Sponsorship packages are also available. And cash donations are always welcome, too.

Additional funds raised may be used for other Soroptimist programs benefiting the local community, such as the Legal Fund - providing legal aid for the past 25 years for Carson area victims of domestic violence, or for the club's numerous scholarships - awarded to local women and girls seeking to improve their lives through higher education. New for this year's tournament is a partnership with the American Society of Civil Engineers, Nevada Capital Branch. ASCE is raising funds for a new scholarship, administered by Carson City Soroptimist, awarded to local women working towards an Engineering degree.

Entry and Sponsorship forms are available on the club website, sicarsoncity.org as well as the opportunity to register online and pay via PayPal. For more information about joining us as a Sponsor, Donor, Player, or Member, call Tournament Chairs Dixie at 882-3051 or Pat at 885-7784, or email the club at sicarsoncity@gmail.com.

The 21st Annual Silver Dollar Classic Car Show continued today in Mills Park, where more than 400 classic automobiles and custom hot rods are expected to be showcased throughout the weekend.

Vendors, live music, and, of course, the cars are available to experience today until 4 p.m. The event then picks up again Sunday at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast sponsored by the Kiwanis Club.

Sunday features a barbecue lunch starting at 11 a.m., followed by the Best in Show awards ceremony at 1 p.m. The show wraps up Sunday afternoon at 4 p.m.

Go HERE for more information on the Silver Dollar Classic Car Show, or follow them on Facebook HERE.