Joshua was a great leader for Israel, he brought them into the land of promise and he led them in conquering evil kings. Joshua helped divide up the land by each clan and family as he gave them an example of faith in action.
The Right Rev. Dan Edwards, bishop of Nevada, appointed the Rev. Elizabeth Tattersall as interim priest-in-charge of the Coventry Cross Episcopal Church after the retirement of the Rev. Shepley Curtis on Nov. 21.
Jan Rollenhagen offers gourd art workshops, 1-4 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month starting Jan. 5 and continuing through May at Lone Tree Gallery in Minden. Cost of $36 per workshop includes materials and use of equipment. Other workshops include two-day pastel classes with Thaleia Georgiades on Jan. 7-8 and Jan. 14-15, silk painting with Louise Noel on Feb. 5.
Happy New Year everyone. Blessing to you and yours in 2011.
Artist Helen Martin displays the 'Sunburst' watercolor by Jim Lawrence, which was the raffle prize at the East Fork Gallery's reception on Dec. 5. The winner of the raffle is Lenny Chavis Jr. of Behoboth, Maine, who was visiting with his friend Justin McClennan who grew up in Carson Valley.
Do you have big plans for tonight? A big party or quiet evening at home seem to be how most people say they are going to spend the last night of this year.
Elvis Presley would have been 76 on Jan. 8, 2011, and the Carson Valley Inn marks the anniversary of his birth with the Elvis Week celebration, Jan. 3 - 8.
Volunteers who can identify 10-15 bird species are needed for 111th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count, 7 a.m. Sunday. The Douglas County bird count is part of a larger survey of North America. Information, Mary Ellen Conaway, meconaway@charter.net or 265-7651, or Jim Woods, jim.woods@charter.net or 720-7009.
Ring in the New Year with Russel Ketenjian and guests, beginning at 6 p.m. New Year's Eve, at 88 Cups Coffee & Tea, 1663 Lucerne St., Unit B, in Minden Village. Complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Information, 783-0688.
After a couple of close losses at the Desert Heat Invitational at Cathedral City High School in California, the Douglas boys' basketball team found its stride on Wednesday, picking up a pair of impressive wins.
The word "adversity" tends to get attached to a wide variety of situations in sports.
Quietly, not to mention barely, one of the longest streaks in Douglas High School history came to an end Monday night.
Your re-print of Frank Church's letter in The New York Sun regarding whether Santa Claus is real, should be a keepsake for everyone.
On behalf of the Carson Valley Art Association, we wish to thank all the businesses and personal contributors for their wonderful raffle prizes donated toward our 2010 Scholarship Benefit Art Show.
I feel sorry for the people who were in the accident during the Christmas holidays on Airport Road and Highway 395.
Editor's Note: This is an open letter to Douglas County Superintendent of Schools Lisa Noonan
With a long cold New Year's weekend ahead it's probably a good idea to buckle up and keep an eye out for the other guy on the roads.
The Douglas boys' basketball team suffered it's first loss of the season Monday night at the Desert Heat Invitational in Palm Desert, Calif., falling to Thousand Oaks, Calif., 59-56.
It has happened in the past and I didn't know what it meant until last week, when it happened again. I returned home from an errand in town and my answering machine was flashing. As I played the message I realized the people calling didn't mean to and the message recorded their private conversation. Now this could be an embarrassing message depending, although I recognized the voices on my machine.
Toddler and preschool story times at the Douglas County Public Library in Minden return to the castle Jan. 4, and continue Tuesdays through March 15.
The county seat of Douglas county, established at Genoa in 1861, will be moved to Minden tomorrow in accordance with an act of the Nevada legislature of 1915. A fine new $25,000 court house has been completed at Minden and awaits the arrival of the county officers and records. History tells us that the first public meeting in what is now Nevada, of which there is any record, was held at "Morman Station," now Genoa, Nov. 12, 1851.
The Carson Valley Art Association's annual Scholarship Benefit Art Show was Nov. 6 and 7 at the CVIC Hall in Minden. The show was produced by the volunteer members of the art association and committee head Margaret Biggs.
The Carson Valley Arts Council announced the winners of its sixth annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest. The panel of judges proclaimed the competition was extremely difficult to judge given the vast array of creativity involved in this year's entries. But once the aroma of gingerbread cleared from their heads, winners in the four categories were finally declared.
All the Douglas High School girls' basketball team wants for Christmas is some consistency.
Sports fodder for a Friday morning . . . The Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball team is seemingly headed to its worst season in a decade (10-18 in 2000-01). The Pack's streak of seven consecutive 20-victory seasons (and nine consecutive over .500) will probably end in March.
Jeff Nady (Douglas '07), soph., OL, Nevada: Nevada will play in the Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl against Boston College in January.
When a year comes to an end and a new one begins, our thoughts naturally turn to things related to the time frame in which mortals live. We call it the past, the present, and the future. A definition of time would go something like this: a measurable period during which an action of condition exists or continues.
The 4-H program has a history of turning out outstanding public speakers. If your children get the jitters when they have to make presentations at school, Cooperative Extension's free Speaking With Confidence 4-H Program may be what's needed for them to conquer their fears and learn public speaking skills. The course will be held 4-5 p.m. Mondays Jan. 31 - April 4 at the Douglas County office of University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, 1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville.
This week marked a rare occurrence. Late Monday night into early Tuesday morning brought a spectacular total eclipse of the moon. That same Tuesday, the winter solstice arrived. Astronomers note that the last time these events occurred on the same day was 372 years ago, on Dec. 21, 1638. The next time the winter solstice and total lunar eclipse happen on the same calendar day will be Dec. 21, 2094.
Merry Christmas, everybody. May the joys of the Christmas season be with you throughout the coming year.
A weed in its native land of Mexico, how did the poinsettia, Euphorbia pulcherrima, come to represent Christmas? One legend claims that a poor Mexican girl, Pepita, had no gift to give the Christ Child at Christmas services. This made her very sad.
The Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School Choir and Desert Steel Drum Band under the direction of Tammy Owens will be featured in the "John Tyson's Christmas Special," airing 11 p.m. today on KOLO-TV Channel 8.
Douglas County Parks & Recreation offers activities and classes for children to seniors. Registration is required for all classes. Information at 1327 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville, or 782-9828.
The deadline is noon Wednesday to submit local arts and entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@record courier.com or
Thank you to all the most gracious and welcoming merchants who participated in the Merry Main Street Contest in December.
Let us not forget the beautiful and heart touching mural located at the cultural center in Minden. This wonderful act of kindness was designed and created by the students from the Aspire school, this is a memorial for our loved ones who passed away before their time.
The employees of Douglas Disposal would like to send a big, warm thank you to all of our customers who donated to our recent Holiday Food Drive.
A few days ago, Douglas County experienced the loss of its 911 system due to a breach of a fiber optic bundle.
I in turn, would like to respond to Mike Falanga's response to my letter regarding the demise of the wrestling program. I say, "hurrah" for your strong reaction to my letter.
On this Christmas Day 2010, we look back to a simpler time.
By now most people have probably seen the television reports of Lacy, the little dog whose owner tied her to a tree, hit her in the face with a golf club, poured bleach in her eyes and left her tied up for four days. I sincerely hope as many as can will help with the little dog's veterinary care.
Every year during Christmas time my parents would take my sister and me out to "Christmas light look."
On behalf of the Douglas High School Wrestling team, I would like to respond to the letter from Kila Barker about the team and its status.
In a Zogby Interactive poll, 28 percent of adults said high-speed Internet was the technology most could not live without. The same poll said 18 percent felt the same way about e-mail.
The Reno Tournament of Champions didn't earn its "Toughest Tournament in America" label by accident.
The Coleville girls defeated Sierra Lutheran 42-28 in Friday night basketball action. The Lady Wolves outscored the Lady Falcons 21 to 11 in the fourth quarter to take control of a game that had been even for three quarters. "Freethrow shooting, especially in the fourth quarter, and our ability to wear Sierra Lutheran down with a solid defensive effort were the difference," commented Coach Sandy. Coleville shot 62 percent from the charity stripe (18 for 29) compared to Sierra Lutheran's 40 percent (6 for 15).
The Douglas High ski team got off to a solid start last week at Alpine Meadows, posting a sixth-place finish in the combined standings.
The 2010 Kiwanis Christmas ornaments featuring the Dangberg Home Ranch and Van Sickle Station are on sale for $6. Ornaments from some previous years are available for $3. Purchase by calling Sondra Condron, 782-9534. Proceeds support Kiwanis projects such as scholarships for Douglas County youth.
Advertisement. For sale at sacrifice prices. One short horn registered Durham bull, color, roan. Age two and one-half years. Weight, 1771 lbs. Never been used. One registered Percheron stallion, color black. Age two and one-half years. Weight, 1540 lbs. Seven registered Berkshire boars ranging from two to eight months old. One registered Berkshire boar, age one year. Weight, 398 lbs. Apply to Nevada State Prison.
It's tough to say what the Northern Nevada boys' basketball season will really hold over the next few months.
It's the time of year that we want to spend with friends and family. If they aren't near where you live, please be careful if you are on the road. With the weather we have had, it is so important to take our time and watch out for ice, snow, and traffic.
Francine Tabaso Lopes and Wayne Lopes at last year's Noel Christmas Day dinner for those without family at St. Gall Catholic Church. This year's festivities begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, with a turkey and ham dinner at 2 p.m. For an invitation to dinner, call Rita Hill at 783-9908. Transportation available.
Troubling times have affected us all and you may be dreading 2011. But Jesus is right there in our midst, encouraging us to continue to fight the good fight.
Douglas County 4-H Teen Leadership members hosted Support Our Troops night at 4-H Community Club for all 4-H members and their families.
The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension's free Speaking With Confidence 4-H Program is 4-5 p.m. Mondays, beginning Jan. 31 and running through April 4 at the Douglas County office of University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, 1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville.
The Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School Choir and Steel Drum Band will be featured in the "John Tyson's Christmas Special," airing 11 p.m. Friday on KOLO-TV Channel 8.
The Douglas boys' basketball team cruised to an 82-28 win over Spring Creek Friday night.
The Douglas High girls' basketball team ran into a wall against its Alaskan counterparts Thursday night, losing to Juneau, Alaska Douglas 55-24 at Pau-Wa-Lu-Middle School.
When we read the account of the birth of Jesus in Matthew 1:18-25, we find a prophetic fulfillment taken from the Old Testament book of Isaiah written well before the event. Isaiah 7:14, "Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel."
Winter injury to trees and shrubs can be a problem, particularly after storms. Minimize potential damage with a few winterization practices. To reduce ice and snow problems, selectively prune long, top-heavy, crossing or weak branches.
Senior Pastor Eddie Almeida gives the Christmas message at the morning worship service, 9:30 a.m. today. A candlelight Christmas program is 5 p.m. Wednesday at Berean Bible Church, 1516 Highway 395, Gardnerville. Information, 782-3931.
The ski program at Douglas High School annually depends on fortuitous weather conditions to help get its season off to a good start.
The Douglas wrestling team went from looking at a rebuilding to year to looking at an outside shot for the Sierra League title Wednesday evening in Reno and it was only the first league dual of the season.
Jeff Nady (Douglas '07), soph., OL, Nevada: Nevada will play in the Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl against Boston College in January.
Jan Rollenhagen offers gourd art workshops, 1-4 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month starting Jan. 5, at Lone Tree Gallery. Cost of $36 per workshop includes materials and use of equipment. Workshops include gourd preparation Jan. 5, finishing treatments on Feb. 2, woodburning on March 2, golf leaf finishing April 6, and pine needle border May 4.
Holiday craft fair, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, at the Washoe Housing Authority, 1588 Main River, Dresslerville. Information, Ada Johnson, 265-7103, after 6 p.m.
Our neighborhood in Ruhenstroth is really showing their Christmas spirit with all the magnificent light displays. So much so that our judges in the Ruhenstroth Christmas lighting contest had a very difficult time choosing this year's winner but they made a decision. Congratulations to Lisa and Dave Prosser at 701 Pinto Circle. With decorations on the house, in the trees and around the yard making it look like a winter wonderland, the home brings smiles to all who pass by.
Christmas is one week away. Have you gotten into the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville to see the Christmas tress and gingerbread houses yet? In just a little over a week, they will be gone. Don't miss this special part of our Douglas County holiday tradition.
The Huns have invaded, and it's up to the misfit Mulan and her mischievous sidekick Mushu to save the emperor.
Three emotional moments captured forever by the cameras of Carson Valley Photo Club members won honors at the club's monthly contest. "Emotion" was the theme.
Donations of gift cards, cash, food, and calendar sales support children in crisis at Austin's House children's shelter.
The deadline is noon Wednesday to submit local arts and entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@record courier.com or 782-5121, ext. 210.
Members of the Sierra Ballet Theatre. The group performs their 'Madeline's Christmas' holiday show, 7 p.m. today and Saturday, at the MontBleu Theater in Stateline. Ticket information, 588-3515.
The rank of Eagle Scout is considered to be the highest award in the Boys Scouts of America, and part of earning this rank is to organize and lead a community service project.
It's been almost six years since Carson Valley experienced its last real river flood.
It is now the time for country men and women to react, professionally of course.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Committee and Father Paul McCollum would like to graciously thank all of our volunteers that assisted with the setup and cleanup during the event in celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
On behalf of the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Authority, I'd like to say 'Thank you' to all of those responsible for the very successful 15th annual Parade of Lights.
EDITOR: On Dec. 7, I attended my final meeting of the Gardnerville Town Board as an elected official. It has been my pleasure to be an elected member of this board for the past 16 years. Your
EDITOR: Once again the Carson Valley has shown its phenomenal generosity.
Two words were written on the board for the Douglas High girls' basketball team following their 47-45 loss to Wooster Tuesday night in Minden.
Kudos to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Douglas County Emergency Management and Communications, East Fork Fire Protection District, Carson City Sheriff, NHP and other agencies I may not know about in regard to the actions taken to protect all county citizens on Dec. 8 during the massive loss of most telephone communications.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who gave me their support and encouragement during the recent application process for the position of East Fork Township Justice of the Peace.
Friday saw yet another record-breaking year for the Share Your Holiday Food Drive in Carson Valley.
I have a really simple and really cheap solution to the problem of arsenic in the Sunrise Estates water system. This solution could also be applied to any other Douglas County water systems with elevated levels of arsenic or other contaminates.
Anita Baldwin, daughter of the late E.J. Baldwin, has gone back to the days of the crusades for the design for the magnificent hotel with which she will replace the Hotel Tallac on the shores of Lake Tahoe. The inspiration for the architecture comes from the ancient castle of the Counts of Ghent in Flanders, where a thousand years ago dwelt Baldwin de Lys from whom the Baldwin family traces its lineage.
With the hustle and bustle of getting ready for the holidays it was so nice to have good weather over this past weekend to escape for lunch. We filled up with fuel and headed out on the motorcycle to Bridgeport via Highway 395 south to Holbrook Junction Highway 208 East. When we got to Wellington we hooked a south on Highway 338 which is a right at the "Y." That took us through Sweetwater Canyon. If you haven't been, it's gorgeous. Not too many cars came from the other direction even though it was a weekend.
The second annual Holiday Gift Tree to benefit dogs and cats at the Douglas County Animal Shelter is Monday through Friday, through Dec. 20 at Max's Pet Supplies in the Raley's shopping center in Gardnerville. The event is sponsored by DAWG and Max's.
The Dragon Slayers host Teen Game Day for sixth- to 12th-graders, 4 p.m. Friday, at the Douglas County Public Library, 1625 Library Lane, Minden.
Volunteers are needed for sorting, piling and wrapping presents for Project Santa Claus, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today through Saturday, at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Pavilion Building.
Miss Southern Counties Outstanding Teen Leah Walters and Tiffany Spates, Douglas County coordinator for the Miss Nevada Organization, volunteer to fill senior gift bags at the senior center on Friday. The bags are delivered this week to homebound seniors and Meals on Wheels clients through the annual Young at Heart Senior Citizens Club program. Photo submitted by Bill Souligny.
The Sierra Ballet Theatre Company closes its fifth performing season with the "Madeline's Christmas" holiday show, performed 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the MontBleu Theater in Stateline.
The Douglas High girls' basketball team will take on, well, Douglas High School Thursday night.
The people of this community are so amazing. Once again you came through and we were able to give turkey dinners to all those on the list for Thanksgiving and our Channel 2 food drive was a tremendous success. We so love it when you make it possible for our community to generate more pounds of donations than Carson City and Reno.
Despite a badly-depleted lineup, the Douglas wrestling team fought through a dual tournament at Fallon over the weekend, picking up a win against a tough Manogue squad along the way.
Volunteers for the St. Gall Noel Christmas Dinner at a planning meeting Saturday.
The 2010 Kiwanis Christmas ornaments are on sale for $6.
Manufacturers and distributors claim recycled rubber mulch is an environmentally friendly, non-toxic choice for landscapes.
In a ceremony officiated by Principal Rommy Cronin, 76 students at the Pinon Hills Elementary School graduated Nov. 30 from the nationally acclaimed DARE program. The 10-week program was instructed by Douglas County Sheriff's Office Youth Services Officer Chris Griffith.
The Douglas County Historical Society's Young Chautauqua program begins with an informational meeting, 7 p.m. Jan. 11, at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center, 1477 Highway 395, Gardnerville.
The Douglas boys' basketball team completed a sweep of its home tournament, the Carson Valley Classic, for the second consecutive year while improving to 5-0 on the season Saturday afternoon, breezing past Fallon 83-47 in Minden.
When a team that tends to make a large part of its living behind the 3-point line goes 0-for-6 from downtown, it says a couple things for the opposing defense.
Christmas is magical for our family. Suzanne and I just returned from vacationing with our kids and their families, where we participated in cutting and decorating the trees. It was fun to be part of their traditions.
I was looking at the Truckee Meadows Water Authority's water-efficient plant list (tmwalandscapeguide.com) and found some unfamiliar plants. I like broadening my plant palette, so I looked them up.
The Douglas boys' basketball team battled its way through its most physical matchup of the young season Thursday night, beating Spanish Springs 62-44 in the first round of the Carson Valley Classic.
Obama chose to impose a sixth-month embargo on drilling in the Gulf after the oil spill in contradiction to the advice of the experts he chose (documented). The embargo, which failed in court when it was challenged (documented), has ended.
According to my copy of the Constitution, Amendment IV states as follows:
December, detangling decorative holiday lights stuffed in a box from the cellar is a little harder this year. My feed truck is broken down. The dog died this year. My younger sister passed away last January and then Dad in March, short of his 80th birthday. This is about Dad's gift.
That was an interesting county commissioner's meeting on Dec. 2. Everything seemed to be going OK until commissioner Johnson made a comment about the Good Government Group as the "88 Cups against everything" group.
The "Rural Community Airport" of the future...
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Thanks to everyone who braved the rainy weather last Saturday and came out to the annual Holiday Gala. We probably had 400 people through the museum seeing the trees, the gingerbread houses, visiting Santa and buying cookies. This was the best year ever for the Gala and we at Douglas County Historical Society thank you so much for supporting us.
The Chancel Choir of Carson Valley United Methodist Church present a holiday performance of Vivaldi's "Gloria," 6 p.m. Sunday, in the church sanctuary, 1375 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville.
Volunteers are needed for sorting, piling and wrapping presents for Project Santa Claus, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 15-18, at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Pavilion Building.
Volunteers are needed for St. Gall Catholic Church's 12th annual Noel Christmas Day dinner for those without family. A planning meeting is 9 a.m. Saturday at the church, 1343 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville. Volunteers are needed for set up, food prep, decorating, greeting, serving, and clean-up, and are also invited to dinner.
Helpers are needed to help Young at Heart Senior Citizens Club members prepare gift bags for seniors, 2:30 p.m. today, at the Douglas County Senior Center, 2300 Meadow Lane, Gardnerville. Information, Annette Muller, 265-1948, or Paul Lockwood, 782-6583.
'Tis the season for gratitude and for giving. There are many ways in which you can spread some holiday cheer in our community.
The Huns have invaded, and it's up to the misfit Mulan and her mischievous sidekick Mushu to save the emperor. Travel back to ancient China in the Theater of Arts Discipline's production of "Mulan Jr.," an action-packed stage adaptation of Disney's "Mulan," opening 7 p.m. today at Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School in the Gardnerville Ranchos.
Jeff Nady (Douglas '07), soph., OL, Nevada: Nevada beat Louisiana Tech and earned an invite to the Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl against Boston College in January.
Things were certainly looking up for the Douglas wrestling program this summer.
Nevada Wolf Pack quarterback Colin Kaepernick and head coach Chris Ault thanked their teammates and fellow coaches for helping them take home the Western Athletic Conference's top post-season awards on Monday.
Expect the Nevada Wolf Pack to turn the Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl into the Kraft Fight Boredom Bowl about midway through the third quarter on Jan. 9. That is how much the Pack should dominate this game and end its four-game losing streak in the NCAA's postseason exhibition season. The Pack is favored by 10 points. They should have that covered by the end of their second drive. Wolf Pack 49, Boston College 17.
A young and inexperienced Douglas High wrestling team got its first taste of the 2010-11 season Saturday at the Capital City duals.
Douglas football coach Mike Rippee issued a challenge to his defense heading into the season, stating simply that the unit had to step up its game.
Now, with two league contests under its belt, the Douglas boys' basketball team will get to start its preseason.
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Turkeys needed at food closet
Here I go again. It's me, the library volunteer who can't keep her pen still. I read with interest the Nevada Appeal front page article regarding the Carson library.
Kukuis Alii Animal Rescue in Dayton would like to thank the following veterinarians and their staff for donating spays and neuters for our fundraiser at Dayton Valley Days. During this economic downturn we know this is an expensive gift for the people who receive them.
Minden Fortnightly Club the oldest service club in Carson Valley celebrated its 100-year anniversary with their annual fundraiser auction "A Ten Carat Diamond Jubilee."
My prayer to the Lord, Christ Jesus, is that his Holy Spirit will comfort the families of Ted Bacon, the man that died with Ted, as well as the three men still fighting for their lives. May The Lord have mercy on those three men and restore their lives from this tragic accident. The Holy Spirit seems to really move when people say "Yes Jesus," and mean it.
Liz Broscoe signs copies of her book, "Adventures of Durga, Messenger of the Drum," 2-4 p.m. Saturday, at Border's Books, 911 Topsy Lane in Carson City.
Douglas County customers of the North Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant can look forward to the escalation of their monthly sewer bill from the current $51.20 to $89.15 per month in 2015. That is a $38.13 per month increase - 74.7 percent. This is on top of the 29.2 percent increase last October. Where will it all stop?
On Nov. 30, 2010, a hearing was convened by the Douglas County Parks & Recreation Commission's Advisory Committee at the Topaz Lodge to elicit comments from the public regarding the proposed construction of a motocross track near the Topaz Lake County Park. Following are reasons for opposition of any further consideration of this project:
On Thursday, Douglas County commissioners approved consolidating the Sunrise Estates and the East Valley Water System and increased the rates for the North Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Douglas County 4-H Poultry Project members competed at the Reno Poultry Show on Nov. 20. We did really great out of the 450 birds. There was a really bad snowstorm all that weekend, so it was lucky all of us made it there.
Frank Ackerman discusses how the Comstock influenced the Central Pacific Railroad at the Douglas County Historical Society's lecture of the month, 7 p.m. Thursday, at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center, 1477 Highway 395, Gardnerville. Admission $3, free for historical society members. Information, 782-2555.
Carson Valley artist Don Fotine recently won Best of Show at the third annual Latimer Art Club Miniature Painting Show.
Kori Dunning with Santa at last year's pancake breakfast and photos with Santa. This year's event is Saturday at Tumbleweeds Gymnastics Minden gym, 2231 Meridian Blvd. Unit 2, Minden. Pancake breakfast, 7:30-10:30 a.m., is $5, free for age 2 and younger. Photo with Santa is $5, 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Leave your children for Drop-n-Shop, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $35 and includes lunch. Information, 782-4496.
This year again, Debie Bush and her staff at the Walker General Store have the Giving Tree up in the store to get gifts for children who otherwise wouldn't have a real merry Christmas. It is very easy to contribute to this wonderful effort -- just go to the store, take a card from the tree that has the child's name and their gift wish, buy the gift and return it to the store. On Christmas Eve, Santa will deliver the gifts to the children.
The Four Preps are forever. Even the insignia each of the Four Preps wears on his blazer displays the motto, "Prepus infinitum," which is Latin for "without limit or end."
We're through the first week of the winter sports season and it was, typically, exactly what one would expect from the season-opening round of games and matches.
The Coleville girls' basketball team opened the season with two wins to take first place in the Antelope Valley Lions Club Basketball Tournament over the weekend.
Postseason Honors All-Northern 4A Girls
Our Father in heaven desires that we choose to take Him up on His offer to be His children, spend time with Him, and to grow spiritually from infancy to maturity. He puts us in a school of faith, just as we enroll our children in school, to teach us to follow and trust Him.
Project Santa Claus volunteers are lending a hand to Douglas County children in need for the 21st year. Organizers said the list of angels will exceed last year's total of 786 children helped.
Saint Mary's Hospice hosts the Light Up a Life ceremony to honor loved ones, 6-8 p.m. today, at Hilltop Community Church, 3616 N. Sunridge Dr., Jacks Valley. Tree lighting, music, name-reading, refreshments. Information, (775) 770-6018.
The Tahoe-Douglas Elks annual spaghetti feed and Christmas tree bingo is 5 p.m. today at the CVIC Hall in Minden. Dinner is $6 for adults, $4 for children 10 and younger.
The deadline is noon Wednesday to submit local arts and entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@record courier.com or
Nevada State Parks hosts the "Home Ranch for the Holidays" special exhibit of historic toys, games and Christmas decorations from the 1860s through the 1940s, noon to 4 p.m. today through Sunday, at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
Have you noticed the Christmas lights throughout the neighborhood? It's so magical to ride through the streets and see the themed decorations. Brings out the child in all of us, don't you think?
Hand-painted ornaments by Elfriede Short available at the East Fork Gallery's annual Christmas reception, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, at 1503 Highway 395, Gardnerville. Artist Helen Martin displays a watercolor by Jim Lawrence, which is the raffle prize at the reception. Raffle tickets are 6 for $5. The event features fine art, pottery, art glass, jewelry, ornaments, seasonal gifts. Refreshments include wine and Cabot Vermont cheddar cheese. Information, 782-7629.
The annual Holiday Gala at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville starts 10 a.m. Saturday. Be there early to get the best selection of cookies at the cookie walk. Santa, his elves and Rudolph are there 10 a.m. until mid-afternoon so grab the kids and grandkids to get photos taken. Get copies for everyone on your list. Photos are $5 per copy.
The Douglas Disposal 16th annual food drive benefits the Carson Valley Community Food Closet. Information will be left on trash containers this week, letting customers know to place donations of nonperishable food items in plastic bags beside trash cans to be picked up by Douglas Disposal Dec. 6-10.
The artists of the East Fork Gallery wish to thank the community and everyone who helped make our 29th annual Scarecrow Festival a success. This fun, family event at the Minden Park each October to build your own scarecrow is thoroughly enjoyed by all.
The Carson Valley United Methodist Women would like to thank all those who made our recent craft fair a success. The money earned from this event goes to help those in need in our community and mission projects around the country and the world.
I'm responding to the Nov. 19 R-C letter to the editor "Thankful election's over."
The Elk's Lodge did it again, by sponsoring an impressive and successful benefit concert for our veterans: A thank-you for their service. The program and concert, held at St Gall Pastoral Center on Veterans Day, saw a wonderful turnout of about 370 veterans, their families and guests.
Regarding a letter dated Nov. 19 about the uniform not being a costume. I attended the Veterans Day-USO celebration and I know Florence Judd and her grandson Shawn. The comments were both a put-down to the senior center and Shawn.
My message to Nevada Department of Wildlife commissioners is to give democracy a chance.
Some college football teams are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon them.
Anthony Martinez tried not to think too much last Friday night.
After turning the ball over three times on its first three possessions of the season, the Douglas boys' basketball team pulled together to cruise to a 75-41 win over Reed in season-opener for both teams in Minden Tuesday night.
