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Friday, September 30

Douglas County legal - 28060

Application for Water No. 92107T

Mustang football overpowers Douglas

Damonte Ranch was able to put together a convincing win over Douglas football Friday night.

Fundraiser set up to support families of injured paving workers

A gofundme account has been established at https://gofund.me/ba1def23

NIAA to add girls division in high school wrestling

The NIAA will officially recognize girls high school wrestling this winter, though it will not be sanctioned yet.

Carson High volleyball upsets Spanish Springs

Results from Carson, Douglas and Sierra Lutheran High School athletic events from this past week.

Former President Trump returning to Minden on Oct. 8

Thousands attended 2020 rally at Minden-Tahoe Airport

Aspen Festival returns to Alpine

Markleeville businesses and nonprofits are hosting the annual Aspen Festival Oct. 8-9.

The Sept. 30, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Thursday, September 29

Douglas looks to dispatch Damonte Ranch

Douglas High football will host Damonte Ranch Friday at 7 p.m.

Douglas girls soccer shuts out Carson

Results from Douglas High athletics over the past week.

School counselor takes ride in fighter jet

For more information and tickets visit www.aviationroundup.com

The Sept. 29, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Uva certified A Girl and A Gun facilitator

Minden resident Tammy Uva recently completed the rigorous class schedule and shooting requirements to become a certified A Girl and A Gun chapter facilitator.

Wednesday, September 28

County announces drive-through flu clinics

Four drive-through flu clinics are scheduled for October

DMV issues warning about fake dealer tags

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles is warning drivers not to buy or use temporary dealer registration tags that are for sale online.

Governor orders investigation of prison escape

Porfirio Duarte-Herrera was convicted of using a bomb in 2007 to kill one person at the Luxor.

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Douglas County Legal - 27659

The Sept. 28, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Tuesday, September 27

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Hybrid Public Meeting - October 13, 2022

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice to Creditors

Former county employee averts trial in theft of public money

Woman entered guilty plea on morning when trial was to start

Fall Fest today in Gardnerville

The East Fork Gallery is scaring up stuffing for its 37th annual Scarecrow event as part of the annual Slaughterhouse Lane Coffin Races and Fall Festival.

‘Scream’ of a ride expected for Fright at Fairgrounds

Fright at the Douglas County Fairgrounds starts Friday

The Sept. 27, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Monday, September 26

Baker Hughes Awards MEFIYI

Baker Hughes awarded Me for Incredible Youth (MEFIYI) toward its sports, education and career development teen programs.

Blue Angels arrive in Carson Valley for Aviation Roundup

Tickets for the Aviation Roundup are available online in advance at AviationRoundup.com

Genoa Candy Dance done for another season

Genoa’s 103rd Candy Dance most likely brought a record number of people into town this weekend.

Sample ballots arrive in mailboxes

Douglas voters get a peek at the menu for the General Election

The Sept. 26, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

R-C Tamarack coverage wins award for community service

The Nevada Press Foundation’s annual awards banquet was Saturday in Las Vegas

Saturday, September 24

Slain Las Vegas investigative reporter inducted into Nevada Journalism Hall of Fame

Las Vegas Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German was murdered Sept. 2 in Las Vegas

Tiger girls soccer topped by Reed

Results from Douglas High girls soccer, boys soccer, volleyball and tennis.

Douglas Sheriff Coverley admits uniform violation

Douglas County Sheriff Dan Coverley has admitted violating state law by appearing in uniform at a political endorsement rally.

God's plan for Moses

Reflections on the Word

Sheepdog competition wraps up this weekend

Minden will see some of the best border collies in North America competing in the 2022 National Sheepdog Finals held in Carson Valley for the first time.

Heavenly may open Nov. 18

Heavenly Mountain Resort is listing opening day as Nov. 18 on its web site skiheavenly.com.

New nurse joins Carson Valley Medical Center’s Ironwood clinic

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Ida Redican is accepting patients at the Ironwood Primary Care Clinic

Nevada's oldest town hosts biggest fundraiser this weekend

Genoa Lane, Foothill and Jacks Valley roads close this weekend for the annual craft fair

Friday, September 23

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice of Hearing

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Advertisement for Bids - 2022 Carson River Bank Stabilization Project

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Notice to Creditors

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Great Basin Unified Air Pollution Control District - Hearing Board Vacancy

Digital traffic may overwhelm oldest town’s Wi-Fi

During the Candy Dance weekend Wi-Fi will be scarce in Genoa

East Fork wins $630,000 grant for new breathing apparatus

On Friday, East Fork Fire Protection District announced it received a $630,000 grant to replace its self-contained breathing apparatus.

The Sept. 23, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Thursday, September 22

One helicoptered from collision south of Gardnerville

A motorcyclist was helicoptered from a collision at Highway 395 and Charlotte Way that was reported 2:52 p.m. Thursday in Gardnerville.

Football at midseason: Manogue on top; Douglas looking for more

A look back at the highs and lows of the first half of the 2022 season

Little bit of snow guides summer out the door

Temperatures dropped to freezing at Minden-Tahoe Airport on Thursday morning

$15,000 raised for family in Sierra mudslide

Reno Meteorologist Chris Smallcomb said 5-6 inches of rain fell in Fay Canyon which sent a debris flow into the back of Casey and Larry Braun’s home Foothill home

Containment up to 60 percent on Sierra fire

Wet weather has stopped the Mosquito Fire in its tracks allowing firefighters to get a line around 60 percent of the blaze on Wednesday.

Couple sought in connection with vehicle break-ins

On Aug. 21, in the late afternoon, several vehicles were broken into in the Zephyr Cove area.

The Sept. 22, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Wednesday, September 21

Ex-Reno Aces star Corbin Carroll named minor-league MVP

Carroll, who played at four levels in the 2022 season, dominated the PCL during his stint with the Aces

Genoa ready for Candy Dance

More information about Candy Dance is available at www.genoanevada.org

Fire Fest returns to Stateline

Fire Fest is returning to Stateline 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 1, outside the Hard Rock Lake Tahoe.

Blue Angels cap off Navy Week in Western Nevada

Navy Week returns to Western Nevada Sept. 26 to Oct. 2, culminating in a performance by the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels at Minden-Tahoe Airport

92-year-old aviator fulfilled his life mission

For more information and tickets about the Oct. 1-2 Aviation Roundup visit www.aviationroundup.com

Genoa courses on market for $14 million

The two Genoa Lakes Golf courses went on the market last week for $14 million.

The Sept. 21, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Tuesday, September 20

Douglas County legal - 27847

Notice of Summons

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NOTICE OF ELECTRIC UTILITIES’ DISTRIBUTED RESOURCE PLAN UPDATE TO ITS JOINT INTEGRATED RESOURCE PLAN AND NOTICE OF PREHEARING CONFERENCE

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NOTICE OF REPORT ON THE PROGRESS OF NATURAL DISASTER PROTECTION PLAN

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NOTICE OF JOINT APPLICATION AND PREHEARING CONFERENCE

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NOTICE OF JOINT APPLICATION AND PREHEARING CONFERENCE

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Notice to Taxpayers - Property Tax 2nd Installment

Business Council Gala honors firms at Hard Rock

For the ninth consecutive year, several Douglas County businesses were recognized Monday night with a Spotlight Award.

Chilly last day of summer in forecast

Rain arrives in Carson Valley

Studio tour features 30 artists Oct. 7-9

Fourteen studios with 30 artists are featured on the second annual Carson Valley Art Studio Tour Studio tour features 30 artists Oct. 7-9.

Big crowd attends Oktoberfest in Gardnerville

More than 500 people turned out for Carson Valley Sertoma’s 29th annual Oktoberfest in Heritage Park on Saturday.

The Sept. 20, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Monday, September 19

Douglas rallies in second half, but Galena holds on

Trailing 17-0 at halftime, the Tigers score on two long second-half drives before the Grizzlies finally seal the win

Douglas crowns homecoming royalty

Homecoming court ceremonies moved

The games were postponed but crowning Homecoming Royalty happened on Friday

Douglas girls tennis match called early

Plus results from Tiger girls soccer and boys tennis

A look back at results from Douglas High boys and girls tennis as well as Tiger girls soccer.

Brady selected for Dream All-American Bowl

Earlier this week, Douglas High senior Jacob Brady was selected to participate in the 2023 Dream All-American Bowl near Dallas.

Sheriff: 'Keep your eyes on the road'

Sheriff asks motorists to slow down and put the phone away while driving

Bear traffic deaths on the way to doubling this year

Wednesday saw a bear hit and killed on Highway 395 near the turnoff to the Lahontan National Fish Hatchery south of Gardnerville.

The Sept. 19, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Saturday, September 17

4 men sentenced in jail cell beating

The reported ringleader in a March 14 jail cell beating that resulted in an inmate receiving a broken rib was sentenced to the maximum after being caught "red-handed."

Recovering from mudslides a process

Testa Motor Sports is hosting a fundraiser for the Braun’s 3-10 p.m. today and features two bands, organizers said on Thursday.

Big events require lots of volunteers

Candy Dance is Sept. 24-25 and the Minden-Tahoe Aviation Roundup is Oct. 1-2.

Douglas Rodeo returns for second year

For the second September in a row, the Douglas County Rodeo is riding tall in the saddle.

Visiting the Little Library in Winhaven

This is a “Little Free Library” and full of wonderful, free reading material passed down for others to enjoy and hold in their hands.

Library book sale this weekend

The Friends of the Douglas County Library is hosting a giant used book sale this weekend at the CVIC Hall in Minden.

Who is this amazing Jesus?

Reflections on the Word

Republican candidates expected to turn out at today's Heritage Day barbecue

Gardnerville native Blayne Osborn endorsed Lyon County Commissioner Ken Gray in the Nevada Assembly 39 race for the November election.

Friday, September 16

Douglas County legal - 27692

VHR Advisory Board Public Hearing - September 28, 2022

Douglas County legal - 27803

Notice of Hearing

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice to Creditors

BLM approves Johnson Lane drainage plan, work

A decision and environmental assessment for the Johnson Lane Area Drainage Master Plan Implementation Project has been issued

Weekend rain might wash away smoke

Forecasters say more smoke ahead, but possibility of rain by Sunday night

JoAnne Skelly: Tomato questions

Cracks or splits in tomatoes are fairly common.

Tiger football looks to get back on track for homecoming

One of Douglas High football’s biggest tests this week will be trying to get the sour taste out of its mouth after a 53-7 defeat at Reno High on Friday.

Douglas High celebrates homecoming

Unless the smoke interferes, kickoff for tonight's Homecoming game against Galena is 7 p.m. at Keith Roman Field.

The Sept. 16, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Thursday, September 15

Cougar volleyball outlasts Tigers in five sets

Plenty of fans in attendance Thursday night for Douglas High volleyball’s contest with Spanish Springs had white knuckles going into the fourth and fifth sets.

Mosquito Fire smoke returns to Carson Valley

For more information visit fire.airnow.gov.

Wednesday collisions tie up traffic across the county

A motorcyclist was transported by helicopter after going off Highway 208 near Holbrook Junction

Sierra Lutheran honors first National Merit Scholarship semi-finalist

On Wednesday, Sierra Lutheran High School’s chapel concluded by honoring National Merit Scholarship semi-finalist Hayden Steyn.

The Sept. 15, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Wednesday, September 14

Clear conditions may not survive the day

Most of the smoke from the Mosquito Fire socked in Reno, with conditions in the city hitting hazardous levels at 11 a.m. today.

District seeking Safe School volunteers

The Safe Schools Volunteers program is open to anyone interested in volunteering and providing safety for the school district.

Man denies charges in 2021 fatal DUI

A May 3, 2023, jury trial has been set in a March 7, 2021, collision that claimed the life of a Gardnerville man.

The Sept. 14, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Tuesday, September 13

Douglas County legal - 27668

Notice to Creditors

NDOW confirms mountain lion sightings in Carson

The Nevada Department of Wildlife has confirmed multiple mountain lion sightings in the Carson City area.

Update: County clearing mudslide off Holbrook road

Story updated throughout to include rain amount and status of Highland Way

Forest Service seeks Zephyr Cove, Meeks Bay and Camp Richardson lease proposals

Proposals for operation of Zephyr Cove Resort are being sought by the U.S. Forest Service.

Markleeville Creek Day is Saturday

The annual Markleeville Creek Day community workday on Saturday.

The Sept. 13, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Monday, September 12

Douglas homecoming more than a game

Douglas High School’s home football game kicks off with the 6th annual Fall Fest Parade “Neon Lights DHS Nights” at Minden Park 5 p.m. Wednesday.

River campground proposal shelved

The 38-spot campground would be located east of the Riverview Mobile Home Park across the river from the old Washoe Tribe Campground.

Murky morning expected to give way to smoky afternoon

The smoke's so bad, The Record-Courier added an air quality index widget to its web site indicating the air quality in Gardnerville.

TRE residents seek turn lane on 208

According to the Nevada Department of Transportation an average of 3,800 vehicles a day use Highway 208 in the far southern portion of Douglas County.

The Sept. 12, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Sunday, September 11

School officials deny students attending class in dog and cat costumes

The only full-on cat furry at Douglas High School is Tiger mascot Mr. Bo Jangles and that’s just for special events, school administrators said.

Another smoky evening forecast for Carson Valley

Firefighters have achieved 10 percent containment on the 41,443-acre Mosquito Fire as of Sunday morning

Friday, September 9

Douglas County legal - 27514

Notice of Public Hearing

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Notice of Hearing

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Notice of Motor Vehicle Lien Sale

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) - Pine Nut Creek Flood Mitigation Feasibility Study

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Notice of Hearing

Douglas County legal - 27516

Liquor and Gaming License Board

Douglas County legal - 27505

APPLICATION FOR WATER NO. 92108

Douglas County legal - 27513

APPLICATION FOR WATER NO. 92112

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APPLICATION FOR WATER NO. 92111

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APPLICATION FOR WATER NO. 92110

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APPLICATION FOR WATER NO. 92109

Reno cruises over Douglas football in league opener

After noticing some things to clean up last week, Douglas High football lurched into league play Friday evening against Reno.

Carson grabs five turnovers, but Galena wins with big second half

Grizzlies overcome miscues for first league win since 2019; Carson shut out in second half

Douglas High volleyball hosts T-Cub Clinic Series

The Douglas High volleyball program is putting together its annual T-Cub Series clinics starting today.

Douglas High girls soccer ties Reno

Plus results from Tiger tennis, girls golf, volleyball and boys soccer

A look at the week of sports results from Douglas High School varying from girls and boys soccer, volleyball, girls golf and tennis.

Smoke from Mosquito fire cancels, delays cycling events

As of 11:30 a.m. Friday, the Mosquito fire has officially grown to 29,585 acres with zero containment.

Museum working to find new lawn care

Gardnerville to stop caring for Carson Valley Museum's lawn after this year

Chamber hosts Oct. 6 job fair

The Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce will host a Fall Job Fair & Career Expo 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 6 at the CVIC Hall, 1604 Esmeralda Ave., in Minden.

The Sept. 9, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of mostly smoke and fire news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Thursday, September 8

Visibility drops to a mile as smoke pours into Valley

The air quality index at the Gardnerville Ranchos permanent monitor went from moderate at 4 p.m. to unhealthy at 5 p.m.

District honors top school employees

Minden and Gardnerville Elementary School Vice Principal Amy Carter and Inclusive Education Specialist Stephanie Scheick were named top Douglas County School District employees.

Fixing funding for China Spring Youth Camp receives lone Douglas bill draft

The Nevada Legislature opens Feb. 6, 2023, in Carson City.

The Sept. 8, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Chicago-based marijuana company buys Carson and Reno dispensaries

Cannabis giant Verano has closed its $29 million acquisition of Sierra Well

Wednesday, September 7

Davis second at Twilight cross country meet

Plus, results from other Douglas High athletic events over the past several days.

Tiger football eyes rebound against Reno

Douglas High head coach Kyle Mays was matter-of-fact when it came to his disappointment in his team’s slow start against McQueen last Saturday – a 51-30 loss.

Winds bring smoke from new West Slope Fire

The Mosquito Fire burning 50 miles west of Carson Valley is growing rapidly

Tahoe Symphony performs 9/11 Concert Friday night

A Remembrance 9/11 Memorial Concert will be dedicated to the memory of former Genoa Historic District Commission member Greg Brown.

Volunteers sweeten Candy Dance

Candy makers should be wrapping up their work in the next week or so.

Jury convicts mask protester in stalking

A Gardnerville Ranchos man convicted of violating an extended stalking order issued after he harassed a Douglas County deputy and his wife at a Gardnerville grocery store faces an Oct. 10 sentencing.

Croatian event evokes Candy Dance

My favorite event back home is the Candy Dance, coming up Sept. 24-25.

Fall book sale is back

Ranchos Roundup

Sept. 7, 2022, Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

The Sept. 7, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Tuesday, September 6

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NOTICE OF JOINT APPLICATION AND NOTICE OF PREHEARING CONFERENCE

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Notice of Adopted Ordinance

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Notice of Adopted Ordinance

Forward progress stopped on fire burning above Johnson Lane

Lightning strikes recorded in Pine Nuts east of Carson Valley, Dayton

The 18th annual Tour de Tahoe returns Sunday

On Sunday, more than 1,500 bicycling enthusiasts from all over the country will participate in a 72-mile tour around Lake Tahoe.

Block grant hearing Sept. 15

Douglas County Community Development will conduct a public hearing 10 a.m. Sept. 15 at the historic Douglas County Courthouse, 1616 8th St., Minden

Green Living Day is Oct. 1

Green Living Day returns 9 a.m. Oct. 1 at the River Fork Ranch in Genoa, located at 381 Genoa Lane.

Store-bought milkweed plants can expose monarch caterpillars to harmful pesticides

Researchers found pesticide-contaminated plants in nurseries in 15 states

The Sept. 6, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley

Monday, September 5

Most precipitation fell over four days in 2021-22

Just four days during the 2021-22 water year accounted for three-quarters of the 10.1 inches precipitation that fell since Oct. 1.

Douglas taxable sales hits $1 billion

Douglas County merchants cracked $1 billion in taxable sales for the first time in history during the 2022-23 fiscal year.

Tahoe Water Wars last Dangberg speaker topic

Historian and author Mark McLaughlin will speak on "The Lake Tahoe Water Wars," 10 a.m. Saturday.

The Labor Day 2022 R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley

Sunday, September 4

Tiger football can't keep up with McQueen

Lancer elusiveness in run game opens up big lead

Douglas’ main priority in practice was setting the edge to make sure that an elusive McQueen team couldn’t best the Tigers out in space.

Gardnerville hospital introduces da Vinci robot-assisted surgery

Carson Valley Medical Center’s surgical services, along with Dr. Gary Willen, MD, MBA, of Tahoe Women’s Care, successfully performed the center’s first da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery.

Man denies felony in teen prostitution sting

Aaron Michael Fisher, 26, was among nine men arrested in a July 7-8 investigation by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Reno Human Exploitation and Trafficking Task Force at the Hard Rock Casino Resort.

Little Kingsbury park makes big news

A little park in the shadow of the Tahoe Rim Trail has been getting a lot of press lately.

4-H hosts robotics nights

Douglas County 4-H, in partnership with DRI and Nevada Robotics, is hosting a series of Robotics Nights at the Minden Branch of the Douglas County Public Library at 1625 Library Lane for youth ages 11-14 starting 4 p.m. Wednesday.

Friday, September 2

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Application for Water No. 92096

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Notice to Creditors

Tigers survive five-set affair against Reed

Plus, more prep roundup

It was a bit of an up and down performance Thursday, but the Douglas High volleyball team found a way to pull out a win over Reed. Also results from Douglas boys and girls' tennis.

Weaver’s hat trick propels Douglas girls’ soccer

Douglas High girls’ soccer had quite the offensive outburst Thursday at home against Spanish Springs.

Wolf Pack skiing returns

Nevada reinstates its co-ed program, which had been dropped in 2010

The University of Nevada, Reno has been drawing up plans to bring back its skiing program for a few years.

Red flag warning issued for Carson Valley

Gusty winds and low humidity prompts red flag warning for Western Nevada

TRPA final word on Kingsbury synagogue

Douglas County’s first synagogue won’t be entirely approved by Chanuakah, but it could be by January 2023.

The Sept. 2, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Thursday, September 1

Athletes of the Week: Aug. 24 -31

The Carson Valley Athletes of the Week for Douglas High School sponsored by Mark Smith Tire Center

Douglas football heads to McQueen Saturday

Kickoff has been moved to 10 a.m. Saturday

Douglas High football will kick off at McQueen Saturday at 10 a.m. Kickoff was previously scheduled for 1 p.m., but was moved due to extreme heat.

Astronaut keynote at 30th Business Council gala

Navy Capt. Robert “Hoot” Gibson is the keynote speaker for the 30th annual Critical Issues Conference 5:30-9 p.m. Monday at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Stateline.

Valley prepares for hot Labor Day weekend

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from 11 a.m. Friday through the Labor Day weekend until Tuesday night.

Toxic algal blooms affect second Sierra reservoir

Bridgeport and Indian Creek reservoirs both tested positive for dangerous toxins

Forest officials urge caution over Labor Day weekend

With extreme high temperatures forecast for the weekend, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest officials are urging visitors to be careful with fire over the Labor Day weekend.

Nevada Lake Tahoe oversight committee urges spending millions

The Joint Interim Committee for Oversight of the TRPA and Marlette Lake on Wednesday approved a long list of recommendations that would pump millions into environmental, transportation and other projects in the Tahoe Basin. The vote was unanimous among Senate and Assembly members, including Sen. James Settelmeyer, R-Douglas, despite his concern that money not be pumped into studies but actual projects.

The Sept. 1, 2022, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.