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The one race fans don’t want to miss at All American Speedway in Roseville

September 2, 2010
By ThisIsReno
The one race fans don’t want to miss at All American Speedway in Roseville

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE This Saturday is Fan Appreciation Night at the All American Speedway a couple of hours away in Roseville. In addition to spectacular racing on the third-mile paved oval, fans are in for a treat. Race items from checkered flags and event tickets to T-shirts and seat cushions will be given away...
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Rory Reid to tour rural and Northern Nevada

August 31, 2010
By ThisIsReno
Rory Reid to tour rural and Northern Nevada

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Gubernatorial candidate Rory Reid will make a series of campaign stops in rural and Northern Nevada beginning this week. The four-day tour will include stops at several traditional Labor Day weekend events and visits to Elko, Winnemucca, Cold Springs, Virginia City, Dayton, Fallon and Hawthorne. Reid’s tour of northern rural communities...
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Join Democratic candidates for a meet-and-greet Wednesday

August 30, 2010
By ThisIsReno
Join Democratic candidates for a meet-and-greet Wednesday

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Reno residents are invited to attend a meet-and-greet in southwest Reno with local Democratic candidates on Wednesday, Sept. 1, at 6:30 p.m. at the South Valleys Public Library. · What: Southwest Reno Neighborhood Candidate Night · When: Wednesday, Sept. 1, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. · Where: South Valleys Public...
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BLM issues temporary closure during Burning Man

August 26, 2010
By ThisIsReno
BLM issues temporary closure during Burning Man

BLM NEWS RELEASE WINNEMUCCA — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Winnemucca District Office will enforce a temporary closure and the prohibition of certain activities on public lands immediately surrounding the site of the 2010 Burning Man event through Friday, Sept. 17, 2010.  The closures and prohibitions are necessary to provide for public safety...
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New at the 2010 Great Reno Balloon Race

August 24, 2010
By ThisIsReno
New at the 2010 Great Reno Balloon Race

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE RENO, Nev. – The 29th annual Great Reno Balloon Race is scheduled for Sept. 10 – 12, and the community favorite has new balloons, activities and the first-ever wedding this year. While every seat at the Balloon Race is great, this year spectators have an opportunity to take advantage of special...
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NNDA plans Bubbles, BBQ and Business Recognition Dinner

August 24, 2010
By ThisIsReno

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Join Northern Nevada Development Authority in welcoming new and expanded companies to the Sierra region at the Bubbles, BBQ & Business Recognition Dinner Sept. 29 at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City. This recognition dinner will showcase the seven new and two expanded companies NNDA has assisted in the Sierra region...
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Ride in a T-6 airplane during the Great Reno Balloon Race

August 19, 2010
By ThisIsReno

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE The Great Reno Balloon Race, thanks to the generosity of the National Championship Air Races, is auctioning off six exclusive airplane ride packages on eBay. The winning bidders will get to ride in T-6 airplanes during the “Missing Man” formation while the National Anthem is sung. The package will also include...
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Wild things visit Lake of the Sky Amphitheater

August 18, 2010
By ThisIsReno
Wild things visit Lake of the Sky Amphitheater

Program highlights native Sierra Nevada animals USFS NEWS RELEASE SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — On Thursday, August 19, 2010 at 7:00 pm, Barbie and Gabe of Wild Things bring native Sierra Nevada animals on stage at the U.S. Forest Service Taylor Creek Visitor Center. This exciting program gives you the opportunity to learn more...
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Family Fun Day features Native American culture

August 18, 2010
By ThisIsReno
Family Fun Day features Native American culture

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE Family Fun Day at the Nevada Historical Society is an entertaining celebration of Nevada’s western heritage and a perfect way to end the summer before going back to school.  This annual event is free and will be held from noon to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 21. This year’s activities focus...
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September events at Nevada Museum of Art

August 18, 2010
By ThisIsReno
September events at Nevada Museum of Art

SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE   MUSEUM EVENTS LISTING – SEPTEMBER 2010   FEATURE EXHIBITION  Chester Arnold: On Earth as It is in Heaven Through October 17, 2010 For Chester Arnold, painting is as much about politics and social responsibility as it is about crafting luscious, large-scale oil paintings. For over three decades, Arnold has cleverly confronted...
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Lt. Dangle’s Reno Rap