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Saturday, June 29

Remembering two longtime Carson Valley residents

Two longtime Carson Valley residents, who have graced the front pages of The Record-Courier, are being remembered.

Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch announces art contest winners

The Board of Trustees of Friends of Dangberg Home announced the winners of its 2024 Art Contest.

Through God we can overcome

Reflections on the Word

Friday, June 28

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NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED RATE INCREASE

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Gardnerville Ranchos GID Annual Report 2024-2025

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Notice of Hearing

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Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority - Annual Fiscal Report

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Logan Creek Estates General Improvement District Annual Fiscal Report

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING GREAT BASIN UNIFIED AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT Air Toxics Hot Spots Program Annual Reports for 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023

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Notice Inviting Bids

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General Fund Fiscal Report

Driver admits DUI causing wrong-way collision with NHP trooper

It will be nearly a year after a Nevada State Police trooper drove his car into the path of a wrong-way driver that the defendant will be sentenced.

Man accused of trying to run girlfriend off road

Bail was set at $100,000 for a 19-year-old Gardnerville man who allegedly tried to run a vehicle containing his girlfriend and three other people off the road in a late-night chase.

June 28 Update: Highway 395 reopens Saturday for Fourth of July week

Construction on Highway 395 has shifted from day to night as paving started Sunday from Waterloo Lane to Mill Street.

Work on Burke Creek and Rabe Meadow underway

Work has begun on the restoration of Burke Creek and Rabe Meadow in Stateline.

Update: Underground cable failure cause of Wednesday blackouts

Around three-dozen outages briefly affected more than 3,000 NV Energy customers on Wednesday afternoon.

The June 28, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Home Ranch hosts solar viewing party

Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch has joined with Astronomical Society of Nevada to invite elementary-aged youth and their families to a free afternoon exploring the wonders of the sun 1-3 p.m. Sunday at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.

Thursday, June 27

County manager gets high marks

After her first year, reviews of County Manager Jenifer Davidson’s performance were glowing and earned her a $3,000 bonus and a 3-percent pay increase.

Bently named engineering landmark

June 20 was proclaimed Bently Nevada Day by Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo.

The June 27, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Wednesday, June 26

Camp Invention Kicks off summer

It’s been two weeks since school let out in Douglas County and summer happenings are kicking off with Camp Invention.

Low turnout expensive

Our Opinion

Update: Pony Express re-ride on its way to Stateline

All times for the Pony Express Re-ride are approximate. Visit nationalponyexpress.org for current times.

Judge delays trial in sexual assault case to August

A jury trial for a Topaz Ranch Estates man accused of sexually assaulting children has been delayed until Aug. 26, a judge ruled Monday.

The June 26, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Tuesday, June 25

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BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF NEVADA NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF AN ENERGY SUPPLY AGREEMENT AND NOTICE OF PREHEARING CONFERENCE

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Advertisement for Bids - 10TH STREET SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT

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Douglas County Planning Commission Meeting Public Hearing

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BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF NEVADA NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF AN ENERGY SUPPLY AGREEMENT AND NOTICE OF PREHEARING CONFERENCE

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Douglas County Annual Fiscal Report

Santoro: Wolf Pack’s not-so-secret weapon is Matt Lubick

Nevada's offense has been left for dead; it'll be up to Jeff Choate's top assistant to revive it.

Republicans submit Voter ID petition

Organizers of a petition to put Voter ID on the November ballot announced they submitted 179,316 signatures to election officials across the state.

Building fees to increase 14 percent

A 14-percent Community Development fee increase was approved by Douglas County commissioners in order to keep up with inflation.

Douglas prepares for Fourth at Tahoe

Nearly three score security personnel, both private and public, will be watching Zephyr Cove and Zephyr Shoals in order to prevent what happened last year at Lake Tahoe.

The June 25, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Best of Carson Valley nominations open

The annual Best of Carson Valley awards open for nominations Wednesday. Much like a primary election, nominations are an important process in being selected the Best of Carson Valley.

Monday, June 24

Douglas rounds up three for High School Rodeo Finals

Three Douglas County rodeo competitors will be traveling to the National High School Rodeo Finals on July 14-20 in Rock Springs, Wyo.

Emergency RN recipient of Daisy Award

Carson Valley Health’s Emergency Registered Nurse Melissa Frager was honored with the DAISY Award on Monday.

The June 24, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Saturday, June 22

Palmer’s Olympic bid ends a few points short

Krysta Palmer's push for her second straight Olympic Games came down to her final dive in Saturday's finale at the Team USA Olympic Diving Trials.

Old West Trio returns to Dangberg Ranch

A concert by Old West Trio and a discussion on Frank Sinatra, wrap up the month of June as part of the Dangberg Summer Festival.

Douglas continues school board association affiliation

After debating whether to cut ties with the Nevada Association of School Boards in January, the board not only decided to remain with the association, but appointed Trustee Yvonne Wagstaff as a co-representative during the June 11 meeting.

Does your mind drift?

Reflections on the Word

Friday, June 21

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice to Creditors

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Request for Proposal (RFP)

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Notice of Motor Vehicle Lien Sale

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice of Lien Sale

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Notice to Creditors

2024 primary election results official

Only 32.54 percent of Douglas County’s voters turned out for the election, according to Clerk-Treasurer Amy Burgans.

Vegas judge dismisses Trump elector charges

Attorney General Aaron Ford will appeal case to Supreme Court

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ACT ON A RESOLUTION TO AUGMENT BUDGET

Feds delay review for pinyon jay

A review to determine whether a bright blue bird that inhabits the Pine Nut Mountains and other piñon-juniper forests across the West is endangered has been delayed.

Women’s Fund and the Business Council host 'Nevada Women Leading the Way' Luncheon

The Nevada Women's Fund spotlighted Douglas County's leading women at Tuesday’s "Nevada Women Leading the Way" luncheon at the Overland Restaurant in Gardnerville.

The June 21, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Thursday, June 20

Palmer in fourth after 3-meter semifinal, into Saturday’s final round

Krysta Palmer is into the final round of the US Olympic diving trials in the 3-meter individual springboard. She will need to finish in the top two in order to qualify for the 2024 Olympic Games.

Silver Stage principal pens infinite playlist

Patrick Peters is the author of “Beyond the Classroom: Stories behind the scenes in public education.”

Jacks Valley Ranch on market for $15 million

For the first time in more than a half century, the historic Jacks Valley Ranch is on the market for $15 million.

New director takes the reins at China Spring

Former Western Nevada Regional Youth Center Director Jessica Stocking has taken the reins as the new director of China Spring Youth Camp.

The June 20, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Adventures in gardening

Ranchos Roundup

Wednesday, June 19

Talia Tretton rewrites Douglas record book — next stop, Big Ten softball

As a two-time Gatorade softball Player of the Year, outgoing Tiger Talia Tretton has rewritten Douglas' softball record books.

Reward offered in Ranchos house fire

The mother of the owner of a Gardnerville Ranchos home severely damaged in a June 7 fire is offering a $1,000 reward.

Man receives 6-15-years in stabbing

The survivor of a Nov. 14, 2022, knifing said he understood that the perpetrator was off his medication when the stabbing occurred in an Indian Hills neighborhood.

Music, Chautauqua and local author at Dangberg

A concert by The Sierra Sweethearts, a Chautauqua of Laura D. Fair, and local author Gregory Crouch are featured as part of the Dangberg Summer Festival in June.

Douglas High school commences high achievers

More than 300 students graduated on Friday with some of the highest achievements Douglas High School has ever seen.

The Juneteenth 2024 R-C Morning Report

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

ASPIRE conducts 11th graduation

Fourteen of the 18 ASPIRE Academy graduates participated in the school’s 11th graduation ceremony at the CVIC Hall in Minden on Friday.

What is it like to Dance with a Star?

Heidi Saucedo, marketing manager at Carson Valley Health and Minden Rotarian by day, got to find out how fun it is to practice her dance moves at night.

Three receive University Women scholarships

University Women’s Club of Carson Valley awarded scholarships to three Douglas High School students.

Tuesday, June 18

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Annual Fiscal Report

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Notice to Bidders

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Summary Fiscal Report (July 1, 2024) Propriety Fund

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Notice to Creditors

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Annual Fiscal Report

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Advertisement for Bids

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Notice of Hearing

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Douglas County School District - General Fund

Santoro: Can Jeff Choate break Pack’s first-year curse?

Also: Could the USC version of the Muss Bus ever make a stop in Reno?

Elks host Law & Order dinner

More than 160 members of the Douglas County law enforcement community, family members, friends, and Elks attended the annual Law and Order Dinner hosted by the Tahoe Douglas Elks Lodge.

County announces paid parking at Zephyr Cove

For the first time, “No Parking” signs will line both sides of Highway 50 in each direction from the new stoplight installed by the Nevada Department of Transportation at Warrior Way.

The June 18, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

New veterinary hospital grand opening is Saturday

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital is moving from Minden to Gardnerville

Monday, June 17

Palmer just misses Olympic synchro qualification

Individual 3-meter springboard qualification begins Thursday

Krysta Palmer and her synchronized partner, Alison Gibson, took second at the Olympic Trials Monday. The pair just missed out on the lone Olympic qualification spot.

Douglas County legal - 44145

Application for Water No. 93511

The June 17, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Speed record set in soaring competition

An all-time speed record of 111.28 mph was set by glider pilot Jim Lee in the last day of the 2024 Open Class Nationals.

Sunday, June 16

School District bids farewell to retirees

During a ceremony held before the school board meeting, Interim Superintendent Jeannie Dwyer recognized employees from facilities, security, transportation, staff, and teachers who are set to retire.

Saturday, June 15

Palmer set for trials, eyes second Olympic games

Krysta Palmer will compete in her third Olympic Trials next week at the University of Tennessee.

State intends to OK Pine View sewer line

Pine View Estates sits on 62 acres of Washoe Tribal allotment land in the Pine Nuts and was built in 1997.

Fourth will see break in Highway 395 work

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

Valley native at peace with terminal cancer diagnosis

Fourth-generation Gardnerville native Mike Henningsen has resigned his seat on the town board after receiving a terminal brain cancer diagnosis.

Probate can be expensive

Reflections on the Word

Sabbath is about finding the way

Reflections on the Word

Friday, June 14

Douglas County Legal #44149

Notice of Joint Application & Prehearing Conference

Douglas County Legal #44146

application for Water NO. 93512

Douglas County Legal #44116

Board of Directors Election

Douglas County legal # 44145

Application for Water No 93511

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Notice to Creditors

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Resolution to Augment Budget

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Request for Quote

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NOTICE OF HEARING

Douglas County Legal #44089

Notice of Public Lien Sale

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Town of Minden Consumer Confidence Report - 2024

Hard Rock shooter sentenced to 55 years in prison

South Lake Tahoe resident Omar Garcia was shot dead on the casino floor March 25, 2023.

Gardner, Tolbert win commissioner race, Tarkanian wins primary

Douglas voters were kind to incumbents on Election Day

Update: New superintendent could arrive in July

Douglas County School Board Trustees offered the superintendency to Ukiah Unified Assistant Superintendent Frankie Alvarado after a 4-3 vote on Tuesday night.

The Flag Day 2024 R-C Morning Report

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

First red flag warning issued for 2-10 p.m. today

A major thunder cell grazed southern Douglas County prompting a flash flood warning on the Tamarack Burn.

Yerington's Pumpkin Hollow Mine shutting down

A Yerington copper mine is laying off 117 workers after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Thursday, June 13

Six Warriors graduate Whittell

In 2020, 35 students entered their freshman year at George Whittell High School and at the June 13 commencement, only six will graduate as Warriors.

TV show features Minden boutique

The American Dream featuring The Pink Rose airs Sunday on Prime Video, YouTube, Tubi, Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, CNBC, or Bloomberg Television. A premiere party is 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at The Pink Rose, 1560 Highway 395, Minden.

Two confirmed dead in Alpine airplane crash

Not long after midnight Thursday, Alpine County Sheriff’s deputies were notified of an overdue aircraft.

Carson Valley youth lacrosse growing

The Carson Valley youth lacrosse league continues to see its turnout rise.

The June 13, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Wednesday, June 12

Fourth-graders create outside of the box

Fourth-graders at Jacks Valley Elementary School celebrated the end of the school year with a hallway arcade on June 6 which they created from cardboard boxes.

Douglas spring signing day

Tigers have 15 sign for collegiate athletics

The outgoing senior class at Douglas High School has a plethora of student-athletes moving on to compete at the next level.

McLaughlin returns to Dangberg Historic Park

Historian and author Mark McLaughlin will return to Dangberg Historic Park 10 a.m. Saturday to speak on Charles F. McGlashan who was an American writer, historian, journalist, educator, lawyer, amateur entomologist and astronomer.

Kindergarteners visit Carson Valley Museum

What an exciting Thursday morning it proved to be at the Carson Valley Museum in Gardnerville as Director of Education, docent and retired teacher Kay Kocian, greeted 35 kindergarteners on the steps leading up to the great doors where many before them had entered.

The June 12, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Seniors persevere to graduate with humility

Whittell Graduation is Thursday, while ASPIRE and Douglas High School graduations are on Friday

Tuesday, June 11

Douglas County legal - 43884

Notice of Consumer Session

Preliminary results released for primary election

Preliminary results were kind to incumbents in Douglas County with Commissioners Danny Tarkanian and Mark Gardner leading their opponents.

Santoro: Remember that big cannon, Pack fans?

It's the one that used to be painted blue. It could be again, but UNLV's discovery of football competence has complicated things.

The Primary Election Day 2024 R-C Morning Report

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

Monday, June 10

Genoa Americana Celebration set for Fourth of July

The Genoa Americana Celebration returns to Mormon Station State Historic Park on July 4.

Coast Guard credits Samaritan in boat fire rescue

A boat fire near Carnelian Bay at Lake Tahoe saw the rescue of six people and a dog on Sunday afternoon.

Juveniles arrested in stolen handgun case

Three juveniles who allegedly committed a rash of vehicle burglaries in the Gardnerville Ranchos early May 26 were arrested Monday morning.

Matt Williams to be inducted into NIAA Hall of Fame

A drive to succeed: Matt Williams used coaching, community support to go from Carson High star to the majors

Carson High alumni, Matt Williams, will go into the NIAA Hall of Fame this week.

Superintendent candidates down to two

Two of the three superintendent candidates selected from the May school board meeting will continue the race for the position on June 11.

Douglas first in Nevada to offer new recording alert software

The Douglas County Recorder has launched a new Property Recording Alert Service by Helion Software to monitor recording activity of land records.

The June 10, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Saturday, June 8

Election Day is Tuesday

Early in-person voting will be replaced by the regular kind when polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday.

Meneley celebrates Washoe culture

A group of fourth-grade Meneley Elementary students looked at a pinecone collecting basket, pine nuts, cooking baskets, and a grinding stone.

Be very courageous

Reflections on the Word

Friday, June 7

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice of Hearing

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Indian Hills GID Annual Fiscal Report

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Round Hill General Improvement District - General Fund

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Notice to Creditors

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Application for Water No. 93510

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Notice to Creditors

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East Fork Fire Protection - General Fund

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Notice to Creditors

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Notice to Creditors

Two homes damaged in Ranchos structure fire

East Fork firefighters and Douglas County deputies responded to a fire on Long Valley Road in the Gardnerville Ranchos at around 4:45 p.m.

Tretton named Gatorade Player of the Year

The outgoing senior earns the honor for the second time

Douglas High senior Talia Tretton was named Nevada's softball Gatorade Player of the Year for the second season in a row Friday.

Lake Tahoe beaches drawing rowdy crowd

Coverley said a half-dozen juveniles have been arrested for drinking, three for obstructing and another for disorderly conduct.

Bently Nevada invention landmark dedication June 20

Nevada’s first American Society of Mechanical Engineers History & Heritage Landmark dedication for Bently Nevada’s Non-Contacting Eddy Current Sensors is 11:30 a.m. June 20

South Shore Area Plan town hall is Thursday

A townhall to preview changes to the South Shore Area Plan is scheduled for 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Kahle Community Center in Stateline.

Dangberg receives $25,000 donation

The nonprofit Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch has received a $25,000 donation to the endowment fund that supports historic restoration and preservation at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.

Appeal Q and A: Tim Jackson takes over as NIAA executive director

Relationship-building will be main focus in early going

Tim Jackson has officially taken over as the NIAA's executive director as of June 1. The former Clark County School District director of athletics took the time to discuss his goals and ideas to begin his new tenure.

The June 7, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Thursday, June 6

Glover takes Eureka principal job

22-year Douglas teacher, administrator takes over from Roman

Douglas High athletic director and softball coach, John Glover, announced Wednesday he will be resigning to take the principal job at Eureka High School next fall.

D-Day observance torch passed to next generation

Lake Tahoe champion bicyclist Leon Malmed and wife Patricia were among several people flown to Paris on a commemorative American Airlines flight in order to attend them 80th anniversary celebration

The June 6, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Mazza takes reins of district attorney’s criminal division

Chelsea Mazza is the new chief deputy district attorney for the Criminal Division of the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office.

Wednesday, June 5

Mr. DHS keeps seniors sober and Tahoe Blue

The 2024 Mr. DHS “The Beach Boys” pageant on May 31, not only showcased the talents of senior boys at Douglas High School, but a new award presented to the contestants raised more than $1,000 donations to Keep Tahoe Blue.

Hit parade: Aces lead PCL in batting average

The Reno Aces have been on quite the tear on offense as of late, leading the league in batting average.

Highway 395 repaving starts Monday

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

County prepares for Carson Valley Days Parade

The Carson Valley Days Parade might move faster down Highway 395 on Saturday than traffic backed up by construction over the next few days.

The June 5, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Tuesday, June 4

Douglas County legal - 43826

Notice of Estray Animals

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BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF NEVADA NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO REVISE TARIFF

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Notice of Hearing

Public Utility Commission conducting NV Energy rate hike hearings

A June 13 session is set in Reno at 6 p.m.

Santoro: Pack’s Choate knows the formula for fan happiness

For Nevada followers, it’s always been about beating UNLV

Girl with a gun conducts range clean-up

On May 8, several members of the Douglas County Chapter of A Girl and A Gun spent the morning cleaning up the Douglas County Shooting Range.

UNR: Better mapping research will aid rangeland management

Powerful new digital mapping tools developed by University of Nevada, Reno researchers hold promise to improve management of rangeland, particularly public lands in the far-flung Western United States.

Air races land in New Mexico

Roswell has long been ground zero for ufology tourism, but the city of nearly 50,000 residents and seat of Chaves County in southeastern New Mexico will soon be known for more than crashed extraterrestrial vehicles, alien corpses, and cover-up conspiracy theories.

The June 4, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Monday, June 3

Judge rules against Vacation Home Rental petition

A judge upheld Douglas County commissioners finding that a petition to change the ordinance on vacation home rentals was insufficient.

County seeks residents’ input on justice center design

Three versions of an exterior design for a new Justice Center have been released and Douglas County residents are being asked which one they like best.

The June 3, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Sunday, June 2

Snakes slither through first Family Day at museum

Presenters from Washoe and Carson City wore bearded lizards as broaches or had snakes wrapped around their arms as they presented at the first Family Day at the museum.

First hot weather of 2024 forecast for Wednesday

The first 90-degree days of 2024 are forecast to arrive starting Wednesday when the high temperature is predicted to come within a degree of a 98-year-old record.

Bird believed to have caused Saturday night outage that affected half of Douglas

More than 14,000 homes and businesses in Douglas County were affected by a widespread power outage for longer than three hours on Saturday night.

Saturday, June 1

Why is this man always happy?

R-C Alpine County Bureau

Former HR director files complaint against school board trustees Burns and Jansen

An investigation that could cost the district up to $30,000 was brought before the board during the Douglas County School Board meeting on May 21.

Kayakers rescued from Marla Bay

A water rescue in Marla Bay at Lake Tahoe resulted in two kayakers being pulled safely from the water on Tuesday evening.

School District investigates sexual harassment

Allegations of favoritism, nepotism, retaliation, intimidation, harassment, sexual misconduct, grooming, bullying and hazing within the Douglas County School District was investigated in November and the findings were brought before the board during the May 21 meeting.

Kids Fishing Derby makes big return

With 1,200 children signed up and counting as of Friday, it’s too late to fish or volunteer today. But raffle tickets are available for purchase with cash or check over the weekend