MESA, Ariz. - The University of Nevada (36-22-1) baseball team saw its season end in extra innings falling to San Jose State University (23-36) 7-6 in 10 innings at the Western Athletic Conference Tournament at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa, Ariz. The Wolf Pack end their year at 36-22-1 while the Spartans improved to 23-36.
EDITOR: Compose your letter here: On May 23, the Johnson Lane Volunteer Fire Department held its annual pancake breakfast fundraiser.
I would like to publicly thank the following businesses that donated door prizes for our annual Indian high school recognition dinner that rewards Indian students for school success: Adele's, El Charro, B-Sghetti's, Red 395 Grill, Woodett's Diner, Pizza Barn, Hunan, The New Rancho Grande, Papa Murphy's, Saletti's, Two Guys from Italy, Port of Subs, El Aguila Real, Little Caesars, and McDonalds. Your generosity made our programs a huge success. Thank you for your continuing support.
In observance of Nevada Fire Safe Council's "Wildfire Awareness Week," the Chimney Rock and Round Hill Fire Safe Chapters want to thank all the participants that helped our evacuation drill on May 2 become a huge success.
EDITOR: I am extremely grateful to Douglas County Education Foundation for choosing "Heart Health for Kids" as one of the eleven projects they decided to fund from the many grant proposals they received.
EDITOR: If any of you had the good fortune to experience the unique cuisine of Chef Dougalas Maquoy, you must know how saddened I was to lose him from this area.
Pinon Hills Elementary School staff, students, and Parent Teacher Organization would like to thank all the generous businesses and parents for helping to make our 13th annual ice cream social such a wonderful success.
As I sit here on the edge of Memorial weekend I can't help but reflect about the true meaning of the day.
Nontraditional vegetable gardening is a rewarding creative outlet. Whether you plant your veggies in the ground or in containers, think outside the box
One of the objections raised against the Christian religion is the objection to its exclusiveness expressed by the words of Jesus in John 14:6, "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." Since God is love, as Christian teaching proclaims, why does He demand belief in Jesus Christ as absolutely essential for His favor, forgiveness, and entrance to heaven and why are other sincere opinions and religious beliefs excluded? It is a legitimate and important question but not surprising in light of the prevailing philosophy of the day. That is, that exclusiveness is a terrible moral offense against human dignity.
The Partnership of Community Resources' third annual Walk, Jog, Run for Prevention is June 12, with a 10K at 7:45 a.m. and 5K at 8 a.m. at the Douglas County Senior Center. The event raises funds for Students Taking on Prevention program.
Teri Levy, Cathy Shadel, Carol Schirlls, Lisa Falanga, and Ann Delahay performed '42nd Street' in 'Broadway Through the Decades,' produced by Carson Valley Community Theatre. A letter to the editor in the May 28 R-C gave incorrect information.
Don't count out the Nevada Wolf Pack in the Western Athletic Conference baseball tournament just yet.
The birthday boy might not have been there, but he was still the man, err, horse of the hour Thursday night at the Carson Valley Inn's Shannon Ballroom in Minden.
The Douglas High softball program would like to thank the Carson Valley Gun Club for hosting the recent Sporting Clay Shoot Fundraiser.
My name is Debra Ross and I am the owner of Pet Sitters Plus here in Gardnerville. I would like to let everyone know about a fundraiser I am involved in. It is called "Change for a Change."
Congratulations to the Dakota Company on its wonderful production of "Broadway Through the Decades" on May 22. The show was great and the talent outstanding. We are very fortunate to have this type of event available locally at such an affordable price.
EDITOR: The first quality I look for in a candidate for Assembly District 39 is whether they will represent all the residents of Douglas County (and Incline), or are they beholden to certain special interests.
Janet Murphy is clearly the best choice for state Assembly. I have been following the race and did some investigating. Janet Murphy is the only one that has the experience we need. Including other folks that have worked with her, from various agencies, she always has the best interest of the taxpayer's dollars at heart.
"Don't be Fooled," there's a crystal clear choice for Assembly 39.
EDITOR: I attended the Douglas County School Board meeting for the presentation of SpringBoard. In my opinion, as a former English teacher for 38 years, SpringBoard is a "canned" program touted as "vertical instruction" which requires all English teachers to follow a specific plan.
The Army has taken me on a path a long way from Gardnerville. The foundations for leadership were built back in Nevada, in places like my schools, church, and scout troop.
Early voting for Nevada's first June primary seems to be going well. We're getting letters supporting all kinds of candidates, and a few that are not so supportive.
Tom Jameson turned in arguably the best postseason performance by a starting pitcher in Nevada Wolf Pack history on Thursday in the Western Athletic Conference tournament.
Details needed by noon Wednesday to put local arts and entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com or 782-5121, ext. 210.
Thanks are in order for all the great Douglas County Historical Society volunteers who never let us down. The Barn Tour ran smoothly and everyone enjoyed themselves, thanks to our volunteers. Thanks are also due to our barn owners; without them there would be nothing to tour.
Mountain man party in Markleeville
The Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department kicks off the 14th annual GE Energy Family Summer Concert Series at 6:30 p.m. today with Shane Dwight in Minden Park.
The Minden and Lampe Park farmers markets open for the season next week.
Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department offers classes for children to seniors. Registration required for all classes. Information at the office, 1327 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville, or 782-9828.
Students at Meneley and Pinon Hills elementary schools participated in Community Activity week during their PE classes recently. Teacher Ellen Lucas organized a special guest presentation for each grade level to encourage participation in fun and fitness activities outside of the school setting.
The Carson Valley Arts Council and Corpus Christi Catholic Church present classical, romantic and modern chamber music by Trio Brio on June 6 and June 19.
Outside of graduation, no other event signifies the onset of summer in Carson Valley like Mountain Madness.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . Are you still questioning the sanity of Armon Johnson for giving up his senior year with the Nevada Wolf Pack to jump into the NBA draft?
MESA, Ariz. - University of Nevada (35-21-1) freshman right hander Tom Jameson was near perfection in the Wolf Pack's 3-1 Western Athletic Conference elimination game victory over Louisiana Tech (27-30) on Thursday at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa, Ariz.
MESA, Ariz. - The University of Nevada (34-21-1) was shutout 6-0 by San Jose State University (22-35) in its first game of the Western Athletic Conference Tournament at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa, Ariz. Wednesday night. The loss drops the Wolf Pack into the loser's bracket as they will play an elimination game with Louisiana Tech at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday morning.
PHOENIX - The University of Nevada baseball team was well represented on the 2010 All-Western Athletic Conference team announced on Tuesday night at the WAC Tournament Banquet, placing six members on the squad. Junior pitcher Brock Stassi earned the highest honor by a Wolf Pack player being named the WAC Pitcher of the Year and added first-team starting pitcher and second-team utility player honors. Senior first baseman Shaun Kort was also selected to the first-team.
Hank Haney offered few additional details Wednesday as to why he resigned as Tiger Woods' swing coach earlier this month.
Call it a six-ton miracle. Thanks to some tenacious volunteers, the Alpine County Museum is welcoming a rare new addition - a vintage Basque-German bread oven, from Hope Valley's old sheepherder days.
Thanks to a generous donation of the Monte Wolfe Foundation, a new exhibit featuring artifacts and photos of Monte Wolfe, the legendary "lone wolf of the Mokelumne," opens Saturday at the Alpine County Museum.
Avice Clarke celebrated her 110th birthday with an old-fashioned English tea party on May 17. Avice was born in Nelson, Lancashire, Great Britain on May 17, 1900, and currently lives in Placerville, Calif. She celebrated her birthday with her 89-year-old son Norman, her great-niece Diana Walcom of Gardnerville, and her great-great-niece Sherri McGee (Cole) of Minden.
95 years ago May 28, 1915 The Senior Class of the Douglas County High School gave their class entertainment at the school house which was greatly enjoyed by those in attendance.
Saturday, June 5, will be the annual vaccination clinic and licensing of dogs at the Walker fire station just off Hackney Drive, taking place from 8:30-11:30 a.m.
We would like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Englestad and the Lions Club for donation of a wheelchair to the senior center in Gardnerville.
Gardnerville residents Frank and Jean Jones celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary by renewing their vows at Piper's Opera House in Virginia City on May 7. The ceremony was officiated by the Rev. Ron Sayed.
EDITOR: On behalf of Carson Middle School teachers and the OCEA, we would like send our sincere thanks to these businesses for contributing to our Teacher's Appreciation Week activities and raffles: Red's Old 395 Grill-Carson City, Costco-Carson City, Starbucks Coffee-North Carson City, Walmart-Minden, World Gym-Minden, and Inner Touch Massage-April Parsley.
I have been listening to the foray over immigration from legal to illegal. Just recently the state of Arizona passed a law to help them deal with the overwhelming ordeal of illegal immigrants and the drugs and crime that follows them. The federal government keeps saying they are, or have done their part to secure the border and control the illegal problem.
Hello. My name is Gary Griffith. I have decided to run for public office and I would like your support. Being a student of human behavior, and a pragmatist, I have surveyed the current crop of public servants and come to the conclusion that I must be qualified to serve.
Nicole Cavanaugh and Matt Clapham were married April 10 at Fountainhead Foursquare Church in Carson City with Pastor Louie D. Locke officiating.
Mr. Hettrick, in announcing his candidacy for county clerk, stated his desire to help in lobbying before the 2011 Legislature on behalf of Douglas and other counties.
EDITOR: The two main qualifications I look for in a candidate for Douglas County Clerk-Treasurer are appropriate professional certification and experience.
Responding to Fred's letter to the editor, I spoke with both Fred Ciccarelli and Jim Wheeler to see if I could go along with Fred's assessment of Jim as a homespun, straight-forward conservative. I cannot.
What in the world has happened to our DMV? I have registered numerous cars in the past 10 years and it has always been a pleasurable experience. I do normally do it at the Douglas County Clerk's Office, however, and not at a DMV office. It was always a pleasure doing business in the old Minden DMV office, too.
My name is Alisa Kuniya. I was the paraprofessional for 51⁄2 years and now I am offering administrative support at Sierra Crest Academy.
As yet another storm rolls into Western Nevada, we're looking at the continuation of a long wet spring.
Five generations, ranging from 2 weeks old to 85 years old, posed for a photograph commemorating the birth of the latest addition to their native Nevada family.
The FISH Thrift Store in Gardnerville houses more than 3,500 square feet of appliances, furniture, housewares, books, home decor, clothes, shoes, baby items and toys.
Renea Louie and Dawn Rosenberg of Soroptimist International of Carson Valley with Soroptimist Student Achiever Award winners Cierra Mullen, a Douglas High School sophomore, Christy Clark, a DHS senior, Mandy May, a Sierra Lutheran High School junior, Nestor Sanchez, a DHS senior and Daniel Calderon, a DHS sophomore with Rosann Turigliatto of the Soroptimists.
The Topaz Sagehens awarded five $500 scholarships to Douglas High School graduates at a luncheon at the Carson Valley Country Club on May 12. Left, committee member Sandee Gillis; recipients Logan McNeil and Heather Henderson; chairwoman Ann Watts; recipients Rachel Davis, Julia Kerrigan and Mitchell Summers; and member Joanne Araki-Faulkner.
The Tahoe-Douglas Elks Lodge and the Nevada State Elks Association awarded scholarships to two Douglas High School graduating seniors at the Carson Valley Christian Center on May 12.
Brian Barnett has fond memories of sitting in the stands at Peccole Park as a youngster and cheering on the Nevada Wolf Pack baseball team.
The Nevada Wolf Pack baseball team clearly does not suffer from a lack of confidence heading into the Western Athletic Conference tournament.
It was a banner day for the Douglas High girls' swim program's relay squads at the NIAA state championships in Las Vegas Saturday.
24-9 overall, 17-4 Sierra League, 10-0 home, 7-4 away, 7-3 neutral, 22-6 vs. Northern Nevada teams.
Gardeners love flowers. We also like growing things to eat. Why not combine these two passions and eat our flowers? An advantage to planting edible flowers is that all the water used to sustain them is then reused when we eat the blooms rather than wasted as the blossoms die away.
Sierra Nevada Republican Women is accepting applications for the Jo Marshall Scholarship. The two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded in a one-time only basis, with one scholarship awarded in Northern Nevada and one in Southern Nevada.
Staff Reports The Carson City Symphony's 26th annual Pops Party concert is 3 p.m. June 13 on the back lawn of the Governor's Mansion.
The monthly meeting of BirthNetwork National is 6 p.m. June 7 at Safe Haven Chiropractic, 3170 Highway 50, Meyers, Calif. June's topic is Cesarean Awareness and VBAC. Information, sierranevadabnn@yahoo.com or 790-1293.
A fantastic time was had by all Douglas County 4-H Livestock members during the 4-day, 2010 Nevada Junior Livestock Show held earlier this month in Reno (April 29-May 2)
Volunteers are needed to complete Main Street Gardnerville's downtown beautification project of painting the old laundry building across from MacSigns. Paint and tools have been donated, but volunteers are needed to complete the trim work.
Only 52 more people are needed to sign up for the Young at Heart Senior Citizens Club to achieve this year's goal of 500 members.
The Brewery Arts Center presents pianist, composer, and teacher Ronald R. Williams in a 50th anniversary recital, 7:30 p.m. June 17, at the BAC Performance Hall, 511 W. King St., Carson City. The program includes toccatas and sonatas by Bach, Scarlatti, Paradisi, Haydn, Schumann, Beethoven, and Ravel. A reception follows the concert.
After a brief delay due to the issuing of a new 40 year Special Use Permit by the United States Forest Service, the purchase of Sierra Summit Mountain Resort by ski industry veteran Tim Cohee closed on Friday, May 21. As had been reported over the past few months, Cohee immediately returned the resort to its former name, China Peak.
The Nevada Wolf Pack baseball team will head into this week's Western Athletic Conference tournament with a dugout full of positive thoughts.
Ashley Barrett is Ouiser and Justine Cawthorne plays Shelby in the TOAD production of "Steel Magnolias," performed 2 p.m. today at he ArtBar in the Carson Valley Arts Council building in Minden.
Michael Avila sings "Maria" from "West Side Story" in Carson Valley Community Theatre's production of "Broadway Through the Decades," performed 2 p.m. today at the CVIC Hall in Minden.
Today many Christian congregations celebrate Pentecost. Before you put this article aside thinking, "Well, I don't know what a pente costs, but it can't be cheap," hear these words from our Scriptures. Acts 2:1-4, "When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place
Douglas County Parks & Recreation's 2010 Summer Adventure Camp begins June 7.
Former Nevada Wolf Pack basketball player Luke Babbitt seems to be a lock to be selected in the first round of the NBA draft on June 24. ESPN believes he is one of 18 players with a legitimate chance to be picked with one of the top 14 picks and certainly by the end of the first round (30 picks). ESPN's Andy Katz says Babbitt has been called "a sleeper" and "one of the most skilled players in the draft" by NBA personnel and "might be a steal" if he slips past the No. 14 pick.
I have always thought experience in an office was the very best reason to elect someone to that office. Ted Thran has been working in the treasurer's office since May 3, 1999
I read Mr. Hettrick's letter in the May 12 issue of The R-C, and found his perception of what qualifications for the job of clerk-treasurer he felt would most benefit the people of Douglas County interesting. He seems oblivious to the fact that voters are sick of politicians.
Past performance is the best indicator of future success. Ted Thran has a proven record of leadership and innovation in the Douglas County Clerk-Treasurer's office, first as an assistant to the previous clerk-treasurer and now in his own right.
I am a supporter of the ballot measure which will appear on the November ballot establishing an airport use ordinance. If passed, one section of the measure requires the county to focus its funding mechanisms on the kind of infrastructure that is consistent with small aircraft and sports aviation activities (such as soaring) at the airport, future voter approval being otherwise required in critical areas with some noted exceptions.
Voting in Nevada's first statewide June primary starts on Saturday.
Gardnerville Ranchos 15-year-old Tyler Moore came away from his first brush with the elite of the national arenacross world in pretty good shape.
The Tumbleweeds Gymnastics boys' competive team wrapped up its 2010 season by claiming two state championships in the all-around and sending its largest-ever contigent to the regional championships in San Diego.
The economic situation has had an effect on agencies that receive donations. Many people have had to cut back on donating to their favorite causes.
The University of Nevada (31-19-1, 11-8-1 WAC) will close out the Western Athletic Conference regular season hosting Louisiana Tech (26-25, 10-10 WAC) in a four-game series at Peccole Park. Friday's doubleheader gets underway at 2 p.m. with Saturday and Sunday's single games starting at 1 p.m.
Details needed by noon Wednesday to put local arts and entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com or 782-5121, ext. 210.
The Douglas County Historical Society's Historic Emigrant Trail Barn Tour is Saturday. The purchase of a barn book ticket includes a free lecture and slide presentation on the Carson River route of the Emigrant Trail from the 40-Mile Desert to West Pass plus free admission to the Genoa Courthouse Museum and the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville.
Shaelyn Dieter, as Jacqueline Kennedy in mourning, performs in a 2008 Young Chautauqua presentation. This year's Douglas County Young Chautauquans perform June 16 in a free presentation at Mormon Station State Historic Park in Genoa.
Nyona's Studio Relay for Life Team's rummage sale is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 1687 Highway 395 in Minden Plaza. Raffle prizes, and hot dogs available. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Information, Heleyna, 783-9997.
TOAD, the Theater of Arts Discipline, presents "Steel Magnolias," 7 p.m. today and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, at the Carson Valley Arts Council ArtBar, 1572 Highway 395 in Minden.
The Carson Valley Community Theatre's production of "Broadway Through the Decades," a celebration of 100 years of Broadway musicals, is performed 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday at the CVIC Hall in Minden.
Douglas senior golfer Greg Coleman shot a two-day 77-75-152 to tie for eighth at the NIAA 4A State Golf Championships in Las Vegas earlier this week.
RENO, Nev. - University of Nevada (31-19-1) senior first baseman Shaun Kort played in his 226th career game in the Silver & Blue on Tuesday night at Peccole Park breaking the school record for games played as the Wolf Pack defeated UC Davis (21-27) 8-6. Kort moved past Matt Maguire (1999-02) into first place on the list and his double in the seventh inning leaves him one hit shy of 300 for his career. With the victory the Wolf Pack improved to 31-19-1 on the season while the Aggies fell to 21-27.
Visit some of Nevada's first barns and learn about the agricultural history of Carson Valley during the Emigrant Trail Barn Tour, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
95 years ago May 21, 1915 Capital punishment has been practically abolished in Nevada through a clever amendment to that section of the crimes and punishments act defining first degree murder, says the Reno Gazette.
The National Pony Express Association celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Pony Express with commemorative events on the Pony Express Trail, in Washington, D.C., the dedication of a monument in Sidney, Neb., and a re-run of the mail service June 6-26.
The Johnson Lane Fire Station invites the public for their annual pancake breakfast, 8 a.m. to noon Sunday. The price is $6 for adults, $3 for youth, and free for children younger than 12.
Spray patterns from a fire hose used to test a Carson City fire hydrant caught the eye of Jeanette Hill, who grabbed her camera and shot the first-place photo for the Carson Valley Photo Club's monthly competition. The amateur photographer titled her winning entry "Water Saves Lives."
The Daughters of Norway Queen Maud Lodge No. 42 meet in Carson City at 6 p.m.Thursday, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church at the corner of Saliman and Highway 50 East in Carson City. The Daughters of Norway celebrate Norway's independence from Denmark. May 17 is Constitution Day.
The Partnership of Community Resources third annual Walk, Jog, Run! for Prevention begins 7:45 a.m. June 12 with the 10 K at the Douglas County Senior Center, followed by the 5 K at 8 a.m. at the south end of Lampe Park. The 100th annual Carson Valley Days parade follows the run at 9 a.m.
The Carson Valley Trails Association celebrates the conclusion of the month-long Hike for Health Trails Challenge fundraiser with a family barbecue, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, at Lampe Park in Gardnerville. The Trails Challenge fundraiser for the Genoa Foothill Trail System project gives participants an opportunity to engage in healthy outdoor activities and learn more about Carson Valley area trails.
Without going into much hyperbole, the Douglas High girls' swimming and diving team's performances at the Northern 4A Regional Championships over the weekend may have solidified the group as the best to ever come through the school.
Brian Barnett now owns one of the most productive days for a Nevada Wolf Pack hitter this decade.
DENVER - Hawai'i's Greg Garcia and Nevada's Brock Stassi have been named the Verizon Western Athletic Conference Baseball Hitter and Pitcher of the Week, respectively, for May 10-16.
It wasn't the storybook ending the Western Nevada College baseball team was hoping for, but the Wildcats' second-place finish in the NJCAA Region 18 tournament was one more feather in the team's already well-decorated cap.
The Douglas County Historical Society hosts the Young Chautauqua performance, 5 p.m. June 16, under the tent at Mormon Station State Historic Park in Genoa.
A group of Free and Accepted Masons from Carson Valley and Carson City met for brunch at Sharkey's Casino on May 14 to present Gavin E. "Gabe" Hoelzel with his 65-year membership award and pin from the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of Illinois.
BALTIMORE (AP) - Change in jockeys, change in fortune.
For the first time in longer than he can even remember, John Glover is going to get a summer off.
With spring comes the desire to plant. If you are planning on planting property with an acre or more, you may want to purchase your plants from the Nevada Division of Forestry Nursery. Each year the NDF Washoe Nursery grows specialty plants for conservation purposes and makes them available to the public.
Do you like the way things are going with the global economy and politics?
The Thirsty Third Thursday wine walks return May 20 with the theme of crazy hats and sunglasses. Cost is $10, plus $5 for a commemorative wine glass, which may be used during all 2010 wine walks.
Carson Valley artist Nancy Clarke has joined the Tahoe Art League's Showcase Gallery in the Ski Run Center in South Lake Tahoe, open -6 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
Enrollment is open for the Theater of Arts Discipline's summer camp.
Alexis Roman Hill is the new executive director of the nonprofit Kids & Horses riding program founded in 1999 by Sam Waldman. Kids & Horses offers horsemanship as therapy to improve strength, coordination and self-esteem to those with physical or emotional disabilities.
First, there was the upset loss at the hands of McQueen to open the Northern 4A Regional tournament.
Original artwork or photography that most expresses the time and place of the 90th anniversary of Candy Dance is wanted for a poster contest. Make submissions by June 15. The winner will be notified by July 1.
The University Women's Club of Carson Valley recently presented 2010 Alice Kaufmann Memorial Scholarship awards to three Douglas High School graduating students, reports club president Bonnie Rogers. Nicole Duster, Alexandra Murray, Theresa Owens, and their guests were feted recently at a special awards luncheon attended by members of the local organization.
Visit some of Nevada's first barns and learn about the agricultural history of Carson Valley during the Douglas County Historical Society's Emigrant Trail Barn Tour, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 22.
Details needed by noon Wednesday to put local arts and entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com or 782-5121, ext. 210.
May weather can certainly be changeable. Whatever it is today, get out there and take your winning photo of what means May in Douglas County. We're looking for that one photo that means May in Gardnerville, Genoa, up at the Lake, wherever you think is best. Submit that photo to this column at the e-mail address below or bring a printed copy into the Gardnerville museum. The winner will be announced June 4.
Rick and Davelyn Miyashiro welcome the community to their home on Thursday, June 3 at 6 p.m. to make leis for graduating seniors. The annual event takes place on the evening before the Douglas High School graduation. Participants from all schools are invited to attend.
I would like to take exception to a Letter to the Editor published in the May 12 issue concerning Jim Wheeler, candidate for state Assembly, District 39. In the letter Ms. Shizuru asks, "Who is Jim Wheeler?"
The Academy of Dance Arts 16th annual spring concert is presented 6 p.m. May 21 and 22 in the theater at the MontBleu Resort & Casino in Stateline.
Donations of gently used household items are needed for the Nyona's Studio Relay for Life Team's rummage sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 22, at 1687 Highway 395 in Minden Plaza. Raffle prizes, and hot dogs available for donation. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Information, Heleyna, 783-9997.
Katie Koerner, Riley Cooper and Bo Khongkhatitham rehearse for 'This is a Test' at Douglas High School. DHS Tigers on Stage present the 'This is a Test' one-act play by Stephen Greg and improv show, 7:30 p.m. today, and 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, at Douglas High School. Cost is $5. Saturday matinee is a 2-for-1 ticket price.
When people list Douglas County's assets, one thing that falls near the top is its volunteerism.
The Carson Valley Community Theatre's production of "Broadway Through The Decades, 100 Years of Broadway Musicals" opens today at the CVIC Hall in Minden.
For the first time since the 2001 season, the Douglas baseball team has gone two-and-out at the regional playoffs.
Heading into the first round of the Northern 4A Regional playoffs Tuesday afternoon, the Douglas baseball team knew it would have it's hands full against the top-ranked Reno Huskies.
Thank you. Those two little words do not seem like enough to express how we feel toward everyone who helped us the day the shop burned and every day since. The fire was devastating.
Who is Jim Wheeler? Is he, or is he not a conservative?
EDITOR: I completely agree with Mike Henningsen that Ted Thran should be re-elected as Douglas County clerk-treasurer.
I appreciate Mr. Deyo's kind words regarding my legislative experience, but I need to answer his other concerns.
May, and the irrigation boards were frozen together this morning. But water is still plentiful so can't complain. Branding is done and so is most of dragging and ditch cleaning. Allen, a family friend, now retired, shaved his legs. And look for the signs Carson Valley Beef producers are putting up acknowledging a proclamation made by Douglas County commissioners recognizing local beef producers this month.
We've no problem with government workers bringing home a living wage. Douglas County and the Douglas County School District are among the largest employers here. There are parts of Nevada where if it weren't for government workers, there wouldn't be any workers at all.
The Carson Valley Trails Association's month-long Hike for Health Trails Challenge continues Saturday and May 22 with four guided hikes and a trail run. The Trails Challenge is a fundraiser for the Genoa Foothill Trail System project, and an opportunity to participate in healthy outdoor activities and learn more about Carson Valley area trails.
Scientists are now convinced that the moon has no more influence on crops than it has upon the temperature or the amount of rain or winds or any other weather element, says the government Weekly Bulletin. It is therefore a waste of time to think about the moon in connection with the planting of crops. It has nothing to do with the building of fences, the time for killing hogs, or any other things over which it was once supposed to exert a strong influence.
Saturday, May 22, starting at 8 a.m., you can register at Larson Lane and Eastside Lane for that day's Trail Trial ride, sponsored by the Antelope Valley Survivors Relay for Life. You can just enjoy the ride or have your ride judged by the American Trail Trials Association. For more information, Marianne at (530) 495-2819, Robin at (530) 495-2502, or Tammy at (530) 495-2239.
Four-year-old Joshua King helps clean his grandma's 1976 Cadillac El Dorado at Big Mama's Show and Shine at Lampe Park on Saturday. The 14th annual car show raise money for Meal on Wheels.
Carson Valley native Laurie Hickey speaks about the Carson River route of the Emigrant Trail at the Douglas County Historical Society's lecture of the month, 7 p.m. Thursday, at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center.
Tahoe Youth & Family Services now offers substance abuse treatment services to adults of all ages in their Gardnerville office at 1422 Mission St.
A 1928 International fire apparatus rig, 1968 Mustang and 1936 Plymouth Coupe.
Michaela Jones and Peter Spoelstra were married April 17, 2010, in Maricopa, Ariz.
Meet area artists at the Johnson Lane Art Studio Tour, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 22 and May 23. Admission is free.
The Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department kicks off the 14th annual GE Energy Family Summer Concert Series at 6:30 p.m. May 28 with Shane Dwight in Minden Park. Northern California native, now Nashville-based, singer-songwriter Shane Dwight plays blues, rock 'n' roll, alternative country and American roots music.
The Carson Valley Arts Council hosts ShowBiz Kids, 7-9 p.m. May 15, at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center ArtBar, 1572 Highway 395, Minden. The monthly event, organized by Theatre of Arts Discipline, encourages young people ages 5-18 to perform prepared pieces in their choice of genre - from poetry and monologue recitation to singing and dancing.
Local artist Jeff Myers gives a class in lariat basket making and leather tooling May 24, sponsored by the Carson Valley Arts Council at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center. The six-hour class begins 9:30 a.m. Cost is $55 plus $10 for materials supplied by the instructor.
Beginning ballroom dance classes for adults and teens are 6:45-8:45 p.m. Sundays in the Genoa Town Hall. Learn waltz, Texas two-step, cha-cha, and East Coast swing. Cost is $8 per adult per class, and $6 for teens. Sign up by Sunday's class with Larry Ward, (775) 461-0474.
Nevada coach Gary Powers wasn't shocked that his Wolf Pack baseball team lost to the San Jose State Spartans on Sunday.
DENVER - Fresno State's Dusty Robinson and Nevada's Jeremy Cole have been named the Verizon Western Athletic Conference Baseball Hitter and Pitcher of the Week, respectively, for May 3-9.
The Western Nevada College baseball team wrapped up the 2010 regular season with a sweep of Colorado Northwestern Community College over the weekend, finishing second in the Scenic West Athletic Conference. The Wildcats also earned a first round bye in this week's Region 18 Championship tournament in Henderson that begins Wednesday.
Staff Reports Student/Senior Day is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 5 at the Genoa Courthouse Museum.
Staff Reports Sierra Crest Academy hosts the Peddler's Faire fundraiser, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, at the school, 1701 Lucerne St., Minden
The Carson Chamber Singers, conducted by Judy Monson, present their annual Pops Party concert, 3 p.m. June 13 at the Governor's Mansion. The group has immediate openings for tenors and basses. Rehearsals are 7 p.m. Tuesdays at First United Methodist Church in Carson City.
Find an abundance of fresh produce brought directly from local Nevada and California certified farms at the community farmers market, open for the season June 2.
Carson Valley Community Theatre's production of "Broadway Through the Decades, 100 Years of Broadway Musicals" is featured at the CVIC Hall in Minden on May 14-23. The musical review includes early Broadway tunes to the latest shows performed by local talent ranging from teenagers to mature performers.
When God describes Himself, He uses the title of Father, as we see in the most famous prayer of all time. Matthew 6:9, "In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name."
Recently a gardener called to ask me about using pig manure in her garden. I had always heard not to use pig manure because it may contain disease organisms such as E. coli, salmonella, campylobacter, yersinia, cryptosporidium, giardia. I decided to research this further. I found that these pathogens and others survive not only in the manure of pigs, but also in that of other animals.
Staff Reports The third annual Friendship Day for fans of vintage automobiles is 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 16 at the Ramsden Ranch, 2838 Heybourne Road, Minden
The Barton Foundation Camp Sunrise annual children's bereavement camp is set for Aug. 27- 29 at Galilee Camp & Conference Center in Glenbrook, Nev.
Join the Sierra Nevada Alliance and bird expert Sheryl Ferguson for Birding in Lake Tahoe at Pope Beach in South Lake Tahoe at 8-11 a.m. May 29. Learn about native birds of the Tahoe Basin. The Birding in Lake Tahoe event is a fundraiser for the Sierra Nevada Alliance, so there is a $25 suggested donation, however, everyone is encouraged to come so contribute what you can.
The mood after the Douglas softball team's 9-3 win over Fallon Thursday afternoon was more akin to that after a preseason scrimmage.
We would like to thank our parish community and our community for the support of our 90 Big Band Bash.
What we now have crossing the Mexican border is not a group of people seeking work to support their families but gangs of armed thugs murdering American citizens. Up to this point our incompetent Homeland Security has ignored this dangerous situation so it was left to the governor of Arizona to take emergency steps.
Alpine County Democratic Central Committee put hard questions to the three contenders for the expected Superior Court vacancy. Because of Judge Richard Specchio's planned retirement county voters will choose among Bob Henderson, Tom Kolpacoff and William Richmond at the June 8 California primary election.
Anyone who is concerned about the sprawl of megaretailers in south Gardnerville needs to wake up and pay attention. The county has already entered into development agreement 2009-1302 with Peri Enterprises, which exempts the project from the transfer development rights compliance process and grants the developers general commercial zoning on an additional 20 acres of agricultural land.
During the high wind storm on April 27, the tin roof over the front porch of the mobile home I rent in Kingslane began to tear apart from the screws that held it down.
Being a senior citizen I try to go by the rules as I understand them. In the last month I tried to accomplish three items at the DMV and I could not get through the red tape without added trips.
We find it highly unlikely that either of the two "back-up" candidates will find their fortunes have improved when they return to Douglas County for interviews.
The 18th annual National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive is Saturday. Postal customers should place plastic bags of food donations by their mailboxes for collection. Donations go to local food banks.
Temple Bailey wrote the following nearly 80 years ago but the message still speaks to mothers everywhere today.
Enjoy music, crafts, food, and cars at the 10th annual Big Mama's Show & Shine, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, at the Lampe Park Pavilion. Proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels in Douglas County.
Main Street Moments is back. Dorothy in "The Wizard of Oz" was right; there is no place like home.
Flower baskets hung along Highway 395 are available for sponsorship through Main Street Gardnerville. Cost is $75 per basket.
Details needed by noon Wednesday to put local arts and entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com or 782-5121, ext. 210.
The first run of the Virginia & Truckee No. 22, McKeen Motor Car No. 70, in Minden in 1910. A ceremony to celebrate the restoration of the McKeen is Sunday at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, 2180 S. Carson St., Carson City. Rides are every half hour, 1:30-4 p.m. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 children. Information, 687-8323.
If you followed music in the late '50s and early '60s, the songs of The Four Preps will certainly stir up a memory or two. You can catch their hits and many more when The Four Preps perform in the Carson Valley Inn's Shannon Ballroom on Friday and Saturday.
Andrew Vardas-Doane and Hannah Maxwell rehearse the song, 'Me' from 'Beauty and the Beast,' for the 'Broadway Through the Decades, 100 years of Broadway Musicals' show performed May 14-16 and May 21-23 at the CVIC Hall, Minden. Ticket information in the Carson Valley Arts Council building in Minden or at carsonvalleycommunitytheatre.org or (775) 720-7186.
With a playoff spot already in hand, thanks to a 5-1 win at Fallon Tuesday, the Douglas baseball team was able to have a little fun with senior day in Minden Wednesday afternoon.
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Sponsoring a lasting bouquet for Mother's Day, a birthday or anniversary, helps with the beautification of downtown Gardnerville. Call the Gardnerville town office by 5 p.m. Friday to sponsor a basket of flowers to honor your mother on Mother's Day.
The 2010 Genoa Summer Concert Series begins with the Billy Slais Jazz Ensemble, 5 p.m. June 20, in Genoa Community Park.
Alpine County artist Charles Muench was elected as a signature member of the California Art Club and will be featured in the June 2010 issue of American Art Collector.
TOAD presents "Steel Magnolias," 7 p.m. May 21 and 22, and 2 p.m. May 23, at the Carson Valley Arts Council ArtBar in Minden.
The Academy of Dance Arts 16th annual spring concert is presented 6 p.m. May 21 and 22 in the theater at the MontBleu Resort & Casino in Stateline.
Get a jump start on the car show season with the 10th annual Big Mama's Show & Shine, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, at the Lampe Park Pavilion. The free event is a day of music, crafts, food, friends and beautiful cars. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels in Douglas County.
Mr. Hettrick, deputy chief of staff to Gov. Gibbons, in announcing his decision to run for the position of Douglas County Clerk-Treasurer said one area he may be able to help with is lobbying before the 2011 Legislature on behalf of the counties.
There is a clear choice for Assembly in District 39. Only one candidate understands how to, and has actually shrunk the size of government, and did so as a commissioner here in Douglas County. I have talked with her at length, and she is accessible and easy to talk to. She has her telephone number on all her brochures and calling cards. She wants to hear what you have to say.
Bailey Gansberg, 12, exhibits her pig in the show ring while Caitlyn Bidart, 11, turns her pig toward the judge in the back ring of the 4-H Livestock Qualifier in Fuji Park on April 17.
Staff Reports The Parents Helping Each Other group meets 12:15-1:15 p.m. Mondays at Carson Valley United Methodist Church, 1375 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville.
Cars are wanted and swap spaces are available for the Valley Cruisers sixth annual Rockathon car show and swap meet, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 15, in Heritage Park in Gardnerville.
Douglas County is proposing to consolidate eight enterprise funds which provide water services.
That old saw has been around for a lot longer than any of the 10 plans consultant Karen Craig waded through to build a new business plan for the economic future of Douglas County.
Seniors for the Day Ron Squires and his wife, Dot, Bob Tompkins, Lois Bolte and senior center volunteer Mary Macdonald
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It's time for Pinon Hills Elementary School's 13th annual Ice Cream Social. This is an event open to the public at 6-9 p.m. May 14, and this year it will include free outdoor music from Sierra Storm Entertainment by DJ James. They will have free pizza sampling from Papa Murphy's Pizza and balloons for the kids.
Staff Reports The Mother/Son Dance sponsored by the Carson Valley FFA is 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Building
Art George Jr. has worked for years putting together a three-page Declaration by Indigenous People.
The first Genoa Cowboy Poetry & Music Festival sponsored by the Town of Genoa and the Carson Valley Arts Council wrapped up on Sunday.
The Douglas High track & field team had only a handful of competitors at the High Desert Invitational in Reno over the weekend.
Two school records fell Saturday as the Douglas High swimming & diving team continued its impressive run through the Zephyr League schedule with a sweep of Manogue.
Douglas boys' golf coach Brent Eddy hopes his team's performance Monday at the Thunder Canyon league tournament is a sign they are peaking at the right time.
A Sound Journey into the Sacred Heart: a Tibetan Bowl and Gong Meditation is presented 7-8:30 p.m. May 14 at the Kula Kula Kula Yoga Studio, 343 Fairview St., Unit 204 near Lowe's in Carson City.
by Marabel Moorhead, special to The R-C Broadway through The Decades, a musical production by Carson Valley Community Theatre, is featured at the CVIC Hall in Minden on May 14-23.
The Douglas County Historical Society's Historic Emigrant Trail Barn Tour fundraiser is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 22. The barn tour gives ticket holders an opportunity to step back in time and learn about the history of agriculture in Carson Valley and the Emigrant Trail. Tickets are $20, or $15 for historical society members.
The Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department kicks off the 14th annual GE Energy Family Summer Concert Series with Shane Dwight in Minden Park on May 28. Northern California native, now Nashville-based, singer-songwriter Shane Dwight plays blues, rock 'n' roll, alternative country and American roots music.
The Friends in Service Helping Let's All Eat program continues through May to benefit the needy and homeless of Douglas, Carson City, Lyon and Storey counties.
The Carson Valley Trails Association's month-long Hike for Health Trails Challenge continues Saturday. Weekly guided hikes, walks and trail adventures are offered as part of the Hike for Health Trails Challenge, Saturdays through May 22.
