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Kurt Hildebrand

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Man facing arson charge in Park Fire near Chico

The 256-square-mile acre Park fire began Wednesday just seven miles from where Paradise, Calif., was destroyed in November 2018.

The July 26, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

The July 25, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Update: Witnesses describe scene where drowning man was rescued at Sand Harbor

As searchers were looking for a missing man in Topaz Lake on Monday morning, another man was found floating in the water at Sand Harbor.

The July 24, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Main Street paving will move traffic to northbound lanes this week

The state expects to be done with the initial paving of northbound Main Street in Gardnerville this week

The July 23, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Update: Reno man found deceased in Topaz Lake after search

Sheriff’s deputies and East Fork firefighters searched Topaz Lake on Sunday afternoon after a man reportedly jumped into the water and didn’t come back up around 3:30 p.m.

The July 22, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Thunderstorm douses Genoa on way north

Genoa receives .43 inches of rain in a half-hour

Two-score temblors rattle middle of Lake Tahoe

A swarm of nearly 40 earthquakes centered in the middle of Lake Tahoe started around 7 a.m. Saturday and has been ongoing for the last 24 hours.

Historical society sues Alpine County over museum access

The Alpine County Historical Society is suing Alpine County claiming that efforts to evict them from the museum are a breach of an agreement dating back to 1990.

Commission picks popular courthouse option

Calling the first and most popular option for a new judicial center more inviting, Douglas County commissioners voted Thursday 4-0 to approve the design.

Spring Valley Fire claims residence

The Spring Valley Fire is officially extinguished

Commission OKs new uncovered load trash fee

Douglas Disposal hopes charging a $25 for uncovered loads will help reduce the amount of trash along Dump Road and beyond.

The July 19, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

The July 18, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Spring Valley residents allowed back in their homes after fire

Residents of Spring Valley who evacuated due to Tuesday's fire are being allowed back in to survey the damage to their Pine Nut Mountain neighborhood.

Judicial center design goes to county commissioners

On Thursday, Douglas County commissioners will be asked their opinion of the three design options and the results of a public survey.

Courts approach full online access

Last week, the Nevada Open Government Coalition released a survey that showed rural courts still require access in person.

The July 17, 2024, R-C Morning Report

News from in and around Carson Valley, Nev.

Painted Rock mine proposal prompts truck ban effort

Visit Paintedrockmineproject.org for more information.

The July 16, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

The July 15, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Death Ride draws hundreds of bicyclists to Alpine County

The 43rd annual Death Ride has closed highways 395 and 4 in Alpine County

Borda wool goes to the Olympics

The Borda family was featured in a documentary directed by UNR student and Douglas resident Kat Fulwider, who is among 16 Reynolds School of Journalism students heading to the Olympics this month.

Power outages affect Indian Hills area

Workers were repairing a line down up above Plymouth Drive and Highway 395 after the power went out to 871 customers around 2:30 a.m., according to nvenergy.com.

The July 12, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

The July 11, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Online sales spike in April

Taxable sales by nonstore retailers more than doubled in April 2024 compared to April 2023 and marked a solid year of increases in the mostly online shopping sector in Douglas County.

The July 10, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

High pressure might be keeping most smoke at bay, for now

Smoke from wildfires curled around Western Nevada, carving out a clear spot that might not hold.

Update: Heat warning extended to Saturday

An excessive heat warning for all of Western Nevada has been extended through Saturday morning.

The July 9, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Fundraisers underway in two home fires

To donate, visit gofundme.com and search for Brittani Enget or Robert Winter.

Update: Work on Highway 395 resumes in Gardnerville

Residents may receive text notifications on the project by texting “DOWNTOWN” to 866-540-8466, or by calling (775) 379-8777.

The July 8, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Update: Gardnerville twins place first and third in Freedom 5K

Freedom 5K first event for an eventful day

Water sustainability focus along Carson River

It’s not just hot in Carson Valley, it has also been extremely dry, with the last measurable rainfall in Minden recorded on May 14.

The July 5, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Sierra forest fire growing slowly near Yosemite

Officially, the Sheering Fire was at 370 acres last night as it burned in timber on the west slope of the Sierra northwest of Yosemite National Park, according to the Inciweb.

The July Fourth 2024 R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up mostly focused on today's celebration of the 248th year since the signing of the Declaration of Independence

Sinatra debate fills Home Ranch tent

There was a full tent of around 80 people at the Dangberg Historic Home Ranch to hear historians Guy Farmer and Mike Archer discuss Frank Sinatra’s legacy in Nevada’s gaming lore.

Heat wave forecast for Fourth and beyond

Personal fireworks are illegal in Douglas County, but no one told Mother Nature since it’s going to be hot as a firecracker this weekend.

Patriotic performances of note this Fourth of July

Both Gardnerville and Genoa feature live patriotic music courtesy of Carson Valley Pops and the Carson City Symphony, both of which share lots of performers.

The July 3, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

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