In response to Mr. O'Neill, is Sarah Palin ready for the No. 2 spot in our government? Well, let's see. She was the mayor of a small town in the suburbs of Anchorage, Alaska for 4 years and then she was elected governor of Alaska two years ago. That does sound like a small amount of training to be the vice president of the United States of America when you sit back and look at it doesn't it.
Saturday was the exciting Nevada Day Parade in Carson City and the 144th anniversary of Nevada's statehood. There are a lot of street rods here in Fish Springs but one in particular belongs to our good neighbors Kathie and Bill Hudson. This cool car, the Hudson, even has their name! Along with Gary Hegarty, they've been working on a 1950 Hudson Pacemaker for about four years now, and they were anxious to drive it in the Nevada Day Parade.
Nevada and California artists are invited to enter work in the Carson Valley Artists Association scholarship benefit show, Nov. 7-9 at the CVIC Hall in downtown Minden.
The Douglas High football team had Thursday night circled on its calendar from the beginning of the year.
I am quite disappointed in The Record-Courier for the headline that was put on the letter I wrote to the editor concerning stolen and destroyed political signs. The Record-Courier labeled my letter "Whose signs are ugly?"
On Nov. 6, you will be reconsidering the Park Cattle proposal to construct 4,500 homes in Douglas County.
Details are needed by noon Wednesday to put local musical entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com, at 782-5121, ext. 210 or by fax, 782-6132.
Happy Nevada Day everyone. Nevada became a state Oct. 31, 1864, and we've been celebrating every Oct. 31 since.
Maple leaves turning red and golden dominated the Carson Valley Photo Club's monthly competition Oct. 23. It was a daily double for Minden amateur photographer Pat Stanley, who won first place and was elected club president for 2009.
Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department offers fall classes for children, youth and adults. Classes require preregistration. Information at the department office, 1327 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville, 782-9828.
Artist Reiko Hervin offers two holiday workshops at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Office, 1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville.
Ghosts, goblins, witches, bats and other scary things decorate homes for Halloween. However, bats do not belong on the frightening, creepy list. Bats are actually beneficial.
Domestic violence is part of a continuing cycle that is difficult to break. In fact, statistics show that women will suffer through seven abusive situations, before finally breaking free. More often than not, women who attend a support group doubt their own judgment, wonder whether they are going crazy, or even feel as if they imagined the whole situation, even though the emotional and physical pain is real.
A pumpkin carving contest was hosted by D'Ascoli Orthodontics during October. Entries were received from students of Douglas County, Carson City and Dayton schools and patients from Carson City and Reno dentists and from Gardnerville dentists Frank Raschilla and Timothy Pinther. The pumpkins were voted on by patients and the winner of the lunch prize will be announced on Monday, Nov. 3.
Happy Nevada Day! Nevada was admitted to the Union on Oct. 31, 1864, and this year marks our 144th year of statehood. Due to the many films and programs that have been filmed in the Silver State over the years, the theme for this year's celebration is "Hollywood in Nevada " Movies and Television."
Menu for the week of Nov. 3-7 at the Douglas County Senior Center, 2300 Meadow Lane, Gardnerville. Information, 783-6455.
The Carson Valley 4-H Livestock Club is busy again. Even though the show season is over, Carson Valley Shepherds, run by Nita Vick, Divine Swine, coordinated by Skyler Zulian, and the Beef Club, directed by Todd Gansberg, are keeping busy.
The Carson City/Storey County 4-H Council Harvest Craft Fair is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Fuji Park Exhibit Hall, 601 Old Clear Creek Road, Carson City. Proceeds go to provide scholarships for 4-H youth graduating from Carson City and Storey County schools. 4-H is a youth leadership and development program of University of Nevada Cooperative Extension.
School will be out today for the Nevada Day holiday. Look out for treat-or-treaters.
There were 171 entries for the annual Halloween coloring contest co-sponsored by The Record-Courier and Stockdale Creative Marketing & Advertising.
Local, county and state offices will be closed today for Nevada Day. Early voting will be open until 3 p.m. at the CVIC Hall.
Sertoma member Cindy Petersen calls numbers as Gardnerville resident Lito looks on at Sertoma bingo Oct. 4.
The Artisans International Gallery in Minden Village will be closing Dec. 23, but customers will be able to shop for gifts and jewelry online as Artisans International continues business on the Internet.
The application deadline for federal historic preservation grants administered by the State Historic Preservation Office is Dec. 1.
Carson Valley FFA officers for 2008-09 were chosen May 7. From left, advisor Jared Hyatt, greenhand historian
Douglas High golfer Bethany Wurster knew heading into her sophomore campaign, already once crowned as a regional champion, that she had the skills to succeed at the high school level.
Northern Region Top Ten (First place votes are in parentheses)
One can't blame Realtors, builders, and housing industry suppliers for enjoying their prosperity during the recent protracted housing bubble. Unfortunately their wish for a resumption of the good years as just around the corner, asserted in a guest opinion "County must be ready to revive itself," is equivalent to faith in the tooth fairy.
I would like to urge the citizens of Douglas County who are eligible to vote in this upcoming election to consider a "yes" vote on the Douglas County School District bond question. I encourage you to read the arguments in support and against this ballot measure found in your sample ballot.
Entering her freshman tennis season at Douglas High School, Amelia Ritger was simply hoping to qualify for the regional tournament.
The Douglas football team will be making one of the shortest game-to-game turnarounds in recent memory, getting only three days to prepare for a home matchup with South Tahoe Thursday afternoon.
n The Datebook is for Carson Valley nonprofit groups. Submit meeting information " time, date, contact numbers " to editor@recordcourier.com, or 782-5121 or by fax, 782-6132.
Order fresh evergreen holiday decorations and benefit Austin's House at the same time. Choose from noble fir and mixed evergreen wreaths, door swag, Western cedar garland, English holly, table centerpiece and gift baskets. A 22-inch noble fir wreath is $18 for local delivery. All holiday decorations are shipped from Sherwood Forest Farms of Washington, viewed at www.sherwoodforestfarms.com
Ruhenstroth residents Beverly Ann Lindahl Simmons and Robert Eugene Simmons celebrated their 50th anniversary with family and friends Aug. 15, 2008, at the Carson Valley Inn.
The Antelope Valley Women's Club annual bazaar is noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Walker Community Center. There will be many good raffle prizes, as well as the opportunity to see the many crafts booths. At 5 p.m., dinner will be available. This is always a good chance to look around for holiday gift items and see so many people we know.
Sherryl K. Netzler was ordained an Episcopal priest during a Sept. 14 service at Coventry Cross Episcopal Church in Minden. Officiating was Bishop Dan Edwards of Nevada, who was assisted by the Rev. W. Shepley Curtis and the Rev. Jane Foraker-Thompson.
Project Santa Claus is getting support from many of the businesses in Minden Village this year. Project Santa Claus matches children of need in Douglas County, newborn through age 15, with sponsors in order to fulfill their holiday wishes for toys and clothing.
School will be out Friday for the Nevada Day holiday. Look out for treat-or-treaters on Halloween.
Trick or treat, smell my .... What is a haunted chicken? A poultry-geist. What do ghosts serve for dessert? Ice scream. What kind of mistakes do spooks make? Boo boos. What kind of monster is safe to put in the washing machine? A wash and wear wolf.
Just when the Douglas football team was getting back some key pieces lost in past weeks to injury (Parker Robertson, Johnny Pollack, Jeff Kelly), the Tigers got hit with another wave of bad breaks Saturday afternoon in a 47-13 loss to Manogue.
Trinity Lutheran Church was one of the stops on the Douglas County Historical Society's Haunted Gardnerville Ghost Walk on Friday. Cristy Menzer waits on Douglas Avenue in Gardnerville to tell the story of her great grandmother Anna May Park Kyle during the ghost walk.
6-2 overall, 4-1 Sierra League, 2-1 home, 4-1 away, 0-0 neutral, 6-1 vs. Northern Nevada teams.
Overall 31-1. Sierra League 12-0. Home: 6-0. Away: 10-0. Neutral: 15-1. vs. Northern Nevada opponents: 15-0. Games: 78-16.
Overall 17-1-2. Sierra league: 11-1-2. Home: 6-0-1. Away: 5-1-1. Neutral: 6-0. Vs. Northern Nevada opponents: 16-1-2
Overall: 11-11-1. Sierra League: 5-8-1. Home: 4-3-1. Away: 2-6-0. Neutral: 2-1. vs. Northern Nevada Opponents: 9-9-1.
Coming into the regular season finale at Fallon Saturday, the Douglas girls' soccer team knew it needed a win or a tie to clinch the Sierra League title.
Both the Bishop Manogue and Douglas football teams saw some familiar storylines come up Saturday afternoon.
Redemption is the fundamental message of Gospel good news. Such words as deliverance, salvation, emancipation and recovery are words with similar meaning. To understand why redemption is the heart of the Gospel, we need to know the history of man as described in the first three chapters of Genesis. There we learn that God created man as his own image for the purpose of having companionship and fellowship with Him.
Our deepest sympathy goes to Tina Daniels whose husband Jerry was injured in an accident and died on Oct. 16. Many people living in Fish Springs called Jerry Daniels "the cowboy of Fish Springs." He was a very distinctive-looking man and his beard made him extra unique. It was longer than Santa's and almost as white.
The Douglas High School volleyball team clinched the Sierra League title Thursday night with a 25-17, 25-23, 25-23 win over Bishop Manogue in Reno.
As a senior living and spending my tax dollars in Douglas County for the last 20 years, I will be voting "no" on the Douglas County School District's continuation bond this coming November.
Citizens of Douglas County, the kids of this county find themselves facing a tough time. They find themselves watching and hoping from the sidelines as the adults of this county carry the ball for them by deciding public policy that will have a major effect on their lives. In this case it is a bond issue that will substantially affect the quality of the environment in which they will learn. As the debate goes on as to whether voters should or should not approve the continuation bond, many people have come forward to give their opinions on the issue. I find myself compelled to add my opinion as well.
Barbershop groups unite for the "Barbershop Through the Years, an Experience in A Cappella Harmony" show presented at the Carson City Community Center at 7 p.m. on Oct. 24 and 25. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students younger than 17. Information at 885-1480 or 887-1854.
Details are needed by noon Wednesday to put local musical entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com, at 782-5121, ext. 210 or by fax, 782-6132.
Here we are, almost at the end of October. Get out and snap photos of these gorgeous fall colors and send them in to our October photo contest by 4 p.m. Oct. 31.
Nevada and California artists are invited to enter work in the Carson Valley Artists Association scholarship benefit show, Nov. 7-9 at the CVIC Hall in downtown Minden.
Jessee Williamson and Traver Fordham are engaged to be married Dec. 21, 2008, in Gardnerville.
Artist Reiko Hervin offers two holiday workshops at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Office, 1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville.
Soroptimist International of Carson Valley, an international volunteer organization for business and professional women, seeks applicants for three of its women's award programs.
I recently rediscovered "The Nevada Trivia" book by Richard Moreno (published in 1998 by Gem Guides book Company) while rearranging some books on the shelf. I hope you enjoy these as much as I did.
The Pony and Frog classes at Trinity Lutheran Childcare with Pastor Eric Borchers on Oct. 9. The church will host a harvest party on Oct. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m.
September was a busy month for the Carson Valley Community Food Closet showing a 35 percent increase in the clients served. We are requesting community support to bridge any future gaps. Please bring your extra canned goods and non-perishables to the food closet, 1255 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville.
On behalf of the Carson Valley Arts Council I would like to thank all of the volunteers for the countless hours and boundless creativity that they put into the success of the CVAC's Sneak Peek event Oct. 4. The CVAC's inaugural event in the old Copeland warehouse was highlighted by the outstanding performance of Bobby Freeman.
FEAT of Carson Valley Autism Support Group meets 3-5 p.m. Nov. 8 at East Fork Fire Station No. 12, 3620 N. Sunridge Dr., Carson City.
Every gardener hopes to have plants bursting into bloom and leafing out in magnificent splendor in the spring. Now is a great time to plant to ensure a showy spring display.
The Carson Valley Medical Center offers flu vaccination clinics, 8-10 a.m. Oct. 29. No appointments necessary.
For the 17th year, the Kiwanis Club of Gardnerville-Minden is collecting used bicycles, tricycles, wagons or scooters in good condition.
Art demonstration by Pete Bowie who creates bronze sculptures of wildlife and figures at the Carson Valley Art Association meeting, 1:30 p.m. today, at Western Nevada College, 1680 Bently Parkway, Minden. Public invited and refreshments will be served. Information, Ron Clarke, 782-8035.
The Douglas County Historical Society invites all ghost hunters and history buffs for a spirited adventure into Carson Valley's historic and haunted past during Haunted Weekend, today through Sunday.
Now's the chance to walk among the ghosts of Carson Valley.
It was perhaps only fitting that in a game featuring five yellow cards, the lone goal would come on a penalty kick.
Northern Region Top Ten (First place votes are in parenthe
The Douglas High volleyball team beat Wooster 25-12, 24-26, 25-7, 25-10 in Reno Tuesday night.
After a season so dominating that the closest competition was finishing sometimes 40 to 50 strokes back, it stood to reason that the stiffest competition that Douglas High girls' golf team would receive at state would be from the Southern 4A.
For the first 20 minutes of Tuesday night's Carson-Douglas girls' soccer matchup, it appeared the Senators were going to literally run away with a win.
n The Datebook is for Carson Valley nonprofit groups. Submit meeting information " time, date, contact numbers " to editor@recordcourier.com, or 782-5121 or by fax, 782-6132.
Last week a couple of young missionary gentlemen showed up at our door. I am not sure how we got on the subject, but I think it was that our daughter Jenee tattled on me. She told them about how every night at 10 I eat candy while I'm watching television. I was shocked " no I don't. I never eat candy. What happened one time last week was she got up and caught me eating Good & Plenty. Do you know what that is? It's black licorice wrapped with a pink or white candy shell. I don't usually do this.
Sunday, Oct. 26, 5-7 p.m., our local chapter of Beta Sigma Phi sorority will hold their annual Halloween carnival at the Antelope Elementary School multipurpose room. There will be games, a costume parade with ribbons for the winners, and a cake walk. This is a great evening to spend with your children, celebrating this time of year that they dress up in fun costumes. For more information or inquiries about having a booth, call Joan Ansberry at (530) 495-2848.
Order fresh evergreen holiday decorations and benefit Austin's House. Choose from mixed evergreen wreaths, door swag, Western cedar garland, English holly, table centerpiece and gift baskets. A 22-inch noble fir wreath is $18 for local delivery. Decorations are shipped from Sherwood Forest Farms of Washington. View at www.sherwoodforestfarms.com
Editor: The month of September brought a 35 percent increase in the number of families and individuals in need at the Carson Valley Community Food Closet.
A number of questions were raised at the Minden town hall meeting about the school continuation bond. For those who were not able to attend, let me provide some highlights:
The Douglas County Historical Society invites all ghost hunters and history buffs for a spirited adventure into Carson Valley's haunted past during Haunted Weekend, Friday through Sunday.
When candidates speak to the public prior to elections, one of the first questions out of their mouths is "are you better off today than you were two or four years ago?" That's a pretty easy question for most residents of Douglas County to answer. And, although the answer cannot be exclusively tied to the housing and building downturn, it certainly is the primary factor in our county.
The Douglas County Public Library in Minden presents spooky stories and poems as read by Tilly the Witch, alias Library Services Coordinator Carol Nageotte, at 6 p.m. Oct. 27.
"When my dad gets mad, he turns into the Incredible Hulk," a child said when he described the transformation that takes place when his father is no longer able to control his temper. For this child, his father is not seen as a superhero, but instead as a big, green, scary monster. This is the face of domestic violence in Douglas County today.
With the Douglas girls' golf team wrapping up its second-straight regional title last week, I got to thinking (as I tend to do) about where that acheivement ranked among the other sports programs at the school. Really, what are the best dynasties to reign at Douglas since the school opened in 1909?
Douglas High sophomore standout Amelia Ritger put the finishing touches on her second consecutive perfect season in Northern Nevada play, winning her second Northern 4A Regional title Saturday.
When a scoreboard reads 49-6 in your favor, that normally tells the whole story.
Douglas' top seeds at the Northern 4A Regional Tennis Tournament advanced with little trouble to the second round on Thursday at Carson High School while Cesarina Ceglia, snubbed for a seed during the coaches' meeting this week, picked up an upset win to advance.
How do you see Jesus? What is your perception of his personality and his looks? I'm sure every person has thoughts about theses things in fact there's even a song that says, "Some children see Him lily white with tresses soft and fair. Some see Him bronzed and brown, with dark and heavy hair. Some, almond-eyed with skin of yellow hue. The children in each different place will see the baby Jesus face like theirs."
Last Sunday on our way to church five wild horses ran across old Windmill Road right in front of us. There was one small yearling that was especially beautiful. It was a dark brown color but had a blond mane and tail. What a treat it was to see them so close! And just a few minutes later, five deer, including two little ones, crossed the street in front of us near Orchard Road.
Barbershop groups unite for the "Barbershop Through the Years, an Experience in A Cappella Harmony" show presented at the Carson City Community Center at 7 p.m. on Oct. 24 and 25. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students younger than 17. Information at 885?1480 or 887-1854.
If you are dealing with the death of a loved one or are grieving over a divorce after many years of marriage Barton's Hospice of the Lake & Valley may be able to help with monthly Memory Dish Bereavement Groups.
Apparently, this is the real Douglas volleyball.
Claiming a product is "green" seems to be the latest marketing trend. Long before green was cool, gardeners were using green practices to preserve our resources and environment and to save money. Successful and frugal gardeners have been recycling, reducing and reusing for centuries.
Many Douglas County residents, especially Sustainable Growth Initiative surrogates, would like us to believe that residential growth is the No. 1 issue impacting the upcoming election of county commissioners. While the growth issue has dominated the political exchanges the past several months, I believe there are more pressing issues that our commissioners will have to address.
Menu for the week of Oct. 20-24 at the Douglas County Senior Center, 2300 Meadow Lane, Gardnerville. Information, 783- 6455.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly Nevada chapter 141 hosts their annual open house, 9 a.m. Oct. 23, at St. Gall Pastoral Center, 1343 Centerville Road, Gardnerville. Information, 265-5235.
An area chapter of BirthNetwork National hosts an informational meeting 6 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Nevada Center, 1231 Country Club Road, Carson. The topic of the meeting is breastfeeding, step 10, of the Mother Friendly Childbirth Initiative. Information at (775) 790-1293 or sierranevadabnn@yahoo.com
I am pleased to see the coverage in The Record-Courier, the Nevada Appeal and the Douglas Times promoting affordable and workforce housing. The Sierra Nevada Community Land Trust, a non-profit corporation, supports the county's efforts to address the need for workforce housing. We, however, would like to see consideration given to the community land trust model that allows for permanently affordable homes.
You've probably never met local artist Lynne Marie Hanson, but you've probably seen her work. Hanson, a longtime resident of the area, died earlier this year, but she left her mark in many ways.
Some think of domestic violence as an adult issue. Some wonder why the abused person doesn't leave or how the abusive person could treat their partner that way
Calling all ladies...the Carson Valley Golf Course cordially invites you to attend their first annual Pink Ball Bash on Saturday. All proceeds from the event benefit Carson Tahoe Cancer Services, which provides support to cancer patients and their families in the Northern Nevada region.
Jackie Lee Vogel and Justin Lee Matheney, both of Gardnerville, were married Sept. 20, 2008, at David Walley's Resort, Hot Springs and Spa in Carson Valley.
Molly and Adam Jordan of Gardnerville announce the engagement of their daughter, Katherine "Katie" Marcea Jordan, to Jeffrey Howard Bushey of Minden.
The day dawned cloudy and cool, but that didn't deter any fall festival fun seekers. Douglas County Parks & Recreation held their annual Fall Festival on Oct. 4. The children raced in heats of girls or boys by grade level. Everyone ran a great race. Winners received a turkey for first place, a pumpkin pie for second place or a pumpkin for third place. Every runner received a ribbon. As always, the event was fun for all.
Details are needed by noon Wednesday to put local musical entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com, at 782-5121, ext. 210 or by fax, 782-6132.
Artisans International Gallery is teaming with Carson Valley Trails Association to help raise money to match government grants to complete a portion of the 24-mile Genoa Foothill Trail System.
The Douglas County Historical Society, the Carson Valley Chamber & Visitors Authority and the Carson City Convention & Visitors Bureau plan a weekend of fun, historic and haunted events in Carson Valley and Carson City during Haunted Weekend, Oct. 24-26.
What a change in weather we had last weekend. We went from October to January overnight. The good news is that many of you decided to get out a camera and record what you saw.
Teen Read Week is celebrated with the Books with a Bite event, 4:30 p.m. today at the Douglas County Public Library, 1625 Library Lane, Minden. Dress as a vampire or werewolf, play games. Door prizes, snacks and soda provided. Information at douglas.lib.nv.us or 782-9841.
One of five finalists for the position of Reno Philharmonic conductor and music director, Rebecca Miller, was invited for coffee in Genoa on Thursday to get to meet members of the Sierra Philharmonic League. Miller will be guest conductor of the Reno Philharmonic on Sunday and Tuesday.
Teen Read Week is celebrated with the Books with a Bite event, 4:30 p.m. today at the Douglas County Public Library, 1625 Library Lane, Minden. Dress as a vampire or werewolf, play games. Door prizes, snacks and soda provided. Information at douglas.lib.nv.us or 782-9841.
The Flip Flop Kids Shop fall consignment sale is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Carson Valley Arts Council building, Highway 395 and County Road, Minden. The 50 percent off sale is 2-5 p.m. Sunday.
While the Douglas boys' soccer team's playoff hopes took a hit Wednesday afternoon, the team is keeping in good spirits.
Northern Region Top Ten (First place votes are in parentheses)
After escaping with a one-goal win over Manogue in Reno earlier this season, the Douglas girls' soccer team might have come in to Tuesday night's matchup with the Miners expecting another close game.
The Douglas High volleyball team overcame a sloppy start and a six-point Game 2 deficit to pull off a clean sweep of the Galena Grizzlies in Minden Tuesday night.
It was a day of repeats all the way around for the Douglas High girls' golf team Tuesday afternoon in Elko.
Indian Hills residents, you may have noticed an improvement in our parks and streets over the last two months, to the credit of Art Baer who has donated his time to serve his neighbors as district manager at no taxpayer cost. Thank you Art.
The Building Permit Allocation and Growth Management Ordinance is on the November ballot for advisory approval - this article urges you to vote for this ordinance.
n The Datebook is for Carson Valley nonprofit groups. Submit meeting information " time, date, contact numbers " to editor@recordcourier.com, or 782-5121 or by fax, 782-6132.
Hanshi John Chatwood demonstrates an arm bar technique at Northwest Martial Arts during a self-defense class on Saturday.
Crafters are wanted for the third annual Stewart Community Council Holiday Fair on Nov. 15 and 16 at the Stewart Community Center, 465 Clear Creek Road, Carson City. Native American and non-Indian vendors are welcome. Items sold at the event include silver, turquoise, beaded artwork, candles, crafts, holiday gifts and decor. Indian tacos and other food will be available.
I couldn't believe it last week when the weather man said it was finally going to freeze. Did he know this time it really was? I am so anxious to get rid of my allergies.
I recently received an informational note from the new Mono County grand jury, wanting the public to be aware of their purpose and availability. It was:
Two young men from Carson Valley were part of a cross country walk for Native American rights during the 2008 Longest Walk, which started on Feb. 11 in San Francisco and ended in Washington, D.C. 175 days later.
Not to belabor the point, but I doubt I've ever seen a more balanced team effort than what the Douglas football team put together on Friday night in a snow storm against Damonte Ranch.
The Douglas girls' golf team battled through frigid conditions Monday at Elko to emerge as the Day 1 leader in the Northern 4A Regional championships.
It seemed that everywhere you looked Friday, there was a Douglas High standout coming up hobbled by an injury.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . Now that the Wolf Pack football team is in the middle of its three-game Western Athletic Conference Get Healthy Tour, it's time to focus on what is truly important.
The Douglas High cross country team enjoyed what coach Jay Frey called its best race of the season Wednesday afternoon in the Sierra League meet at Galena High.
The Douglas Tigers volleyball team remained undefeated in Sierra League play
The Douglas girls' soccer team bounced back quickly from its first loss of the season to take a a 6-0 win at Damonte Ranch Tuesday evening.
People are not seeing God's promises because they are not believing them. They are allowing the world's turmoil and instability to effect their faith.
Today, as I write this column, I'm also trying to beat the freeze that's bound to happen one night very soon. When I woke up early this morning, our outdoor thermometer read 33 degrees and that's pretty cold
Order fresh evergreen holiday decorations and benefit Austin's House at the same time. Choose from noble fir and mixed evergreen wreaths, door swag, Western cedar garland, English holly, table centerpieces and gift baskets. A 22-inch noble fir wreath is $18 for local delivery. All holiday decorations are shipped from Sherwood Forest Farms of Washington, viewed at www.sherwoodforestfarms.com
In response to Terry Burnes' comments in The Record-Courier on Friday, I am stunned that Mr. Burnes can make such sweeping and patronizing assumptions about a person he has never met.
I feel the Park Cattle proposal has to be addressed in two parts, the application for a zoning change and the approval process.
"The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940" is performed at Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School, 701 Long Valley Road in the Gardnerville Ranchos. Performances are 7 p.m. today and Saturday and Oct. 17 and 18 and at 2 p.m. Sunday and Oct. 19. Tickets are $10 and include dessert and beverages. Information at rgarrett@dcsd.k12.nv.us or 265-6100.
"The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940" is performed at Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School, 701 Long Valley Road in the Gardnerville Ranchos. Performances are 7 p.m. today and Saturday and Oct. 17 and 18 and at 2 p.m. Sunday and Oct. 19.
Lone Tree Gallery hosts three artists at a wine and cheese reception as part of October's Second Saturday events. The gallery opens at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Details are needed by noon Wednesday to put local musical entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com, at 782-5121, ext. 210 or by fax, 782-6132.
The Topaz Cure-Aiders Relay for Life team sponsors Shoot for the Cure as a kick-off fundraising event for the 2009 season at Carson Valley Clays Gun Club on Saturday. Shoot for the Cure features 100 rounds of sporting clays. Sign-ups at 9 a.m. and shooting at 10 a.m.
The Dragon Slayers, the Douglas County Public Library Teen Advisory Board, hosts the Vampire Party Game Night, 4:30 p.m. Oct. 17, at the Douglas County Public Library.
This is the last weekend to visit the Genoa Court House Museum this year because it closes for the winter after Sunday. If you haven't seen it, don't miss it. If you have, go by and say so long for the season.
equipment are for sale at the Smith Valley Methodist and St. John's Catholic Church harvest auction. Doors open at 10 a.m., auction begins at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 19.
The Bridal Extravaganza showcasing Genoa as a wedding destination is Sunday. The event is compliments of Destination Genoa in the Orchard House with wedding coordinators, invitation specialists and photographers to discuss wedding wishes and plans.
Feng shui is a traditional Chinese practice that utilizes the laws of both heaven and earth to help improve one's life force, or ch'i. For proponents of feng shui, ch'i can refer to internal or physical energy. According to Wikipedia, ch'i relates to an "understanding of local microclimates, the orientation of a structure, its age and its interaction with the surrounding environment from the slope of the land to the vegetation and soil quality."
The Bigs in School mentoring program at Carson Valley and Pau-Wa-Lu middle schools is seeking volunteer mentors to be matched with middle school students who need and want a Big Brother or Big Sister. The matches meet at the school for an hour once a week at lunch or after school.
A generous dose of cowboy poetry and some old-time cowboy piano tunes will be featured at the 21st Annual Rhymers Rodeer in the Carson Valley Inn's Shannon Ballroom on Nov. 7 and 8.
The Trinity Lutheran Church Harvest Party is 5-7 p.m. Oct. 31 at the church, 1480 Douglas Ave. in Gardnerville.
On Oct. 18 the Northern Nevada Chapter of the American Red Cross will celebrate 110 years of service to the area. The event will be held at the Buckbean Brewery at 1155 S. Rock Blvd., Suite 490 in Reno.
Barbershop groups unite for the "Barbershop Through the Years, an Experience in A Cappella Harmony" show presented at the Carson City Community Center at 7 p.m. on Oct. 24 and 25. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students younger than 17. Information at 885-1480 or 887-1854.
The Douglas County Senior Center hosts a trip to attend the "Barbershop Through the Years" concert presented by the Chorus of the Comstock on Oct. 25. The trip starts with dinner at the Carson City Nugget buffet followed by the 7 p.m. concert.
Menu for the week of Oct. 13-17 at the Douglas County Senior Center, 2300 Meadow Lane, Gardnerville. Information, 783-6455.
The Carson Valley Medical Center offers flu vaccination clinics 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 18 for Medicare and self-pay patients with additional self-pay clinics 8-10 a.m. Oct. 22 and Oct. 29. No appointments necessary.
Locals filled the Douglas County Senior Center to play Seroma bingo Saturday.
Linda Sawtelle's Knitting and Crocheting Club is looking for donations of yarn from the community. The group has made and given out 56 blankets to assisted living facilities, hospitals and the homebound this year.
Carter Norkunas, 2, pets Dipsey Dudel the silver poodle at the Douglas County 4-H Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch at Lampe Park on Saturday.
The McQueen girls' tennis team eliminated the Douglas Tigers from the team tennis playoffs Tuesday in Reno 12-6, although the score was much closer than it appeared.
The Douglas High girls' golf team put the wraps on its second consecutive Sierra League title Tuesday afternoon in Fallon.
Douglas High's volleyball team showed why it's the class of the Sierra League Tuesday night.
Northern Region Top Ten (First place votes are in parentheses)
The Douglas County School District's bond presentation advocating passage of $40 million in bond debt, being made to employees, parents and the community by school district administrators and school board members seems misleading in several regards.
This debate should not be about growth or no growth at this point. It should be about doing what is best for the residents of Carson Valley. Unless it has escaped anyone's notice, this country is in a financial crisis right now. It is the same type of crisis facing our valley but on a grander scale.
Order fresh evergreen holiday decorations and benefit Austin's House at the same time. Choose from noble fir and mixed evergreen wreaths, door swag, Western cedar garland, English holly, table centerpiece and gift baskets. A 22-inch noble fir wreath is $18 for local delivery. All holiday decorations are shipped from Sherwood Forest Farms of Washington, viewed at www.sherwoodforestfarms.com
Martha Williams of Antiques Plus and the Peddler's Fair and Phil Stoll of the White house in Genoa donate to Danny Yale, conductor of the Carson Valley Pops Orchestra
Taking the place of the fall festival that has been held for several years, the Northern Mono Chamber of Commerce is holding a barbecue in the Walker Community Park on Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. Hamburgers will be $3.50 and hot dogs $2.50, with drinks available.
The Douglas boys' soccer team picked up a 3-0 non-league victory over North Tahoe in Minden Monday evening.
The Topaz Cure-aiders Relay for Life team sponsors Shoot for the Cure as a kick-off fundraising event for the 2009 season at Carson Valley Clays Gun Club on Saturday. Shoot for the Cure features 100 rounds of sporting clays. Sign-ups at 9 a.m. and shooting at 10 a.m. The cost of $65 per person includes lunch. Prizes will be awarded for raffles and to winners of the shoot.
Norm Brauer, the executive director of Minden's Sierra Lutheran High School, was sitting in the bleachers at Damonte Ranch at the state track & field championships last May when something caught his eye.
Shawn Estes, P, San Diego Padres: Estes cleared waivers Tuesday and chose to become a free agent for the 2009 season.
A temporary protective order is also referred to as a temporary restraining order. The following is a description of what it is and when it possibly may be needed.
Local photographers turned a challenging theme " contrasts " into a wide-ranging collection of images, with Anne Bothwell taking the first place ribbon for September.
The Record-Courier accepts announcements for engagements, weddings and landmark wedding anniversaries. Information forms are available at The R-C, 1503 Highway 395, Suite G, Gardnerville or information may be faxed to (775) 782-6152 or e-mailed to editor@recordcourier.com.
The Bridal Extravaganza that showcases Genoa as a wedding destination is Sunday. The event is compliments of Destination Genoa in the Orchard House with wedding coordinators, invitation specialists and photographers on hand to discuss wedding wishes and plans.
Ag day at Pinon Hills Elementary School on Oct. 1 was too much fun. Dennis Hellwinkel told us all about dairy cows. He has 360 cows he milks twice a day starting at 3:30 a.m. His milk goes to Model Dairy. He brought four of the six types of dairy cows and said they produce seven to 10 gallons of milk per day.
I'm thinking about keeping an extra statistic this season specifically for Douglas High running back Johnny Pollack.
Cole Pinther, 11, and Cade Pinther, 9, build a scarecrow at East Fork Gallery's Scarecrow Festival in Minden Park on Saturday. Left, Emma Glover, 4, carries a pumpkin at the Douglas County 4-H Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch at Lampe Park.
Douglas coach Mike Rippee has been preaching the run all season despite his team's ability to throw the ball.
It's so long to summer and hello fall. It's that time of the year when we like to go firewood cutting. It's neat to go out in the forest and be close to nature. Maybe bring along a lunch and plenty of water. One thing, you have to stay hydrated because it's pretty hard physical work. Actually, it's very hard sometimes. It would be best to take another strong, young man with you. My husband is very strong, but at the age of 68, he's getting up there.
Merrill Gardens at Gardnerville raised $1,000 for the Alzheimer's Association at the Annual Garden House Art Show on Sept. 6. The art show featured dozens of artworks created by the residents and staff of the community's Alzheimer's/Dementia Memory Care Assisted Living. More than 200 guests visited and viewed the art.
Insects encased in Lucite on sale at the Peddler's Faire in Genoa on Sept. 27.
The Douglas volleyball team cruised to its third win in as many days, sweeping the South Tahoe Vikings 25-11, 25-12, 25-22 at the Lake Thursday evening.
Douglas suffered a 15-3 setback against Reno in the final match of the season for the Tigers.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . .
We understand both sides of the controversy over a $700 billion bailout bill that has apparently been revived in Congress.
Foothill resident Anita Koops said people need to know what happens to horses that are abandoned by their owners.
I'll be boycotting the election for county commissioner in District 1 on the November ballot.
- After reading the letter to the editor (R-C Sept. 24) regarding the 2008 continuation bond in which the writer calls on the voters to reject the proposed bond, a response to inform voters on this issue seems appropriate and necessary.
Details are needed by noon Wednesday to put local musical entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com, at 782-5121, ext. 210 or by fax, 782-6132.
Thank you, Douglas County shutterbugs! We have a winner for the September photo contest. And that means we have a start for the 2010 Douglas County Historical Society calendar. Congratulations to Maggie Rusmisel for her winning September sunrise shot and to runner-up Chris Banker. Come to the front desk of the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville to see the September 2010 calendar pages now on display.
The bees have done their pollinating and the pumpkins are plump, the corn is 11 feet tall and the Wagon Wheel from Outer Space corn maze is ready for the 2008 Corley Ranch Harvest Festival, open weekends through October.
The Bridal Extravaganza that showcases Genoa as a popular wedding destination is Oct. 12. The event is compliments of Destination Genoa in the Orchard House with wedding coordinators, invitation specialists and photographers on hand to discuss wedding wishes and plans.
Gardnerville resident Nita Vick won the 4-H Agricultural Leader of the Year Award which was presented by Sue Hoffman, director of the Nevada Agricultural Foundation. Vick has been a volunteer leader of the Carson Valley Shepherds sheep project for 20 years and was the interim leader for the Divine Swine project for three years.
Scott and I just returned from an 8-day European adventure. We met a group of friends in Germany to experience the Oktoberfest in Munich, and then drove toward Bolzano, Italy, in order to celebrate the marriage of our dear friends, Brooke and Guy.
Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department offers classes for children to seniors. Information at the recreation office, 1327 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville, or at 782-9828.
Our first wine tasting event at St. Gall Catholic Church was a successful and fun event for everyone.
The Douglas County Senior Center hosts a trip to attend the Barbershop Through the Years concert presented by the Chorus of the Comstock on Oct. 25. The trip starts with dinner at the Carson City Nugget buffet followed by the 7 p.m. concert.
An AARP Senior Driver Safety course sponsored by Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department is 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the Kahle Community Center, 236 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline.
Some elm trees may look like they are dying, having brown and crispy leaves. Despite this somewhat dramatic appearance, they are not. Elm leaf beetles and their caterpillar-like larvae are the culprits. Larvae eat the green tissue from between the veins of the leaves. A lacy-looking framework, called skeletonization, is left behind. With no green tissue left to continue to produce food for the plant through photosynthesis, the leaves turn brown. Adult beetles chew holes in the leaves.
The East Fork Gallery's 24th annual Scarecrow Festival is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday in Minden Park. Cost is $10 per scarecrow making kit. Face painting and preassembled scarecrows for sale. Information, 782-7629.
The Carson Valley Arts Council opens the doors of the old Copeland building for the Sneak Peek Dinner and Dance on Saturday. Dinner is 6-8 p.m. and dancing starts at 7:30 p.m. A barbecue-style chicken, beef or vegetarian dinner will be catered by Lira's Market and dance music is provided by Bobby Freeman and his Flaming Rockin' Piano.
The old Copeland lumber building has six sliding garage doors large enough to accommodate a herd of elephants, but plans are to create a performing arts center from the 20,000-square-foot space.
The Douglas volleyball team came back from an emotional win over Manogue Tuesday night to sweep Northern 3A power Yerington on the road Wednesday, 25-19, 25-16, 25-20.
After a tough two-week stretch that saw the Douglas boys' soccer team lose four consecutive games to league rivals Wooster, Manogue, South Tahoe and Carson, the Tigers got well in a big way against Fallon Tuesday.
Northern Region Top Ten (First place votes are in parentheses)
The Douglas High girls' soccer team picked up a 6-0 win over Fallon Tuesday afternoon in Minden.
The Douglas High girls' tennis team rolled to a 15-3 league win over Damonte Ranch Tuesday afternoon.
The Douglas High girls' golf team continued to roll Tuesday afternoon, winning its home tournament by 57 strokes at Genoa Lakes.
A much-anticipated matchup between the top two volleyball teams in the Northern 4A lived up to its billing and a little more Tuesday night in Minden.
