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Kurt Hildebrand

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Sunday's storm sets new snowfall record in Minden

A total of 25 inches of snow fell in Minden on Sunday

None of the above tops Haley in Nevada primary

Republicans to caucus 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday at locations across the county.

The Feb. 6, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Workers start week digging out from Sunday snow

Slushy conditions on most area roads

The Feb. 5, 2024, R-C Storming Report

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

Snow day for schools and county office workers

Election workers will continue preparations for Tuesday's presidential preference primary.

Fentanyl cases continue to climb

A half-dozen people in Douglas County succumbed to accidental fentanyl overdoses during 2023, according to coroner’s statistics revealed on Jan. 26.

Republicans write in Trump on mailed primary ballots

A surprising number of Republicans are returning the presidential preference primary ballots they received in the mail, with at least some where voters wrote in former President Donald Trump’s name.

Courthouse financing continues waiting period

Of the four people who spoke at a public hearing on a proposal for the county to bond for $37 million to construct a new courthouse at least half favored the effort.

Winter storm brings second big snow of 2024

A 24-hour winter storm warning has been issued across Western Nevada, including Carson Valley, starting 10 p.m. Saturday due to a forecast atmospheric river.

Update: Snow forecast for Valley floor between Sunday and Tuesday

The storm door is definitely open. The only question is what sort of weather will waft through?

Cyber Monday overtakes Black Friday in Douglas November sales numbers

Strong online sales in November indicated that Cyber Monday overtook Black Friday, according to figures released by the Nevada Department of Taxation on Wednesday.

The Groundhog Day 2024 R-C Morning Report

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

Update: The Feb. 1, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Large crop of Valley gardeners swap seeds

With high temperatures in the 60s earlier this week, gardeners could be forgiven from suffering a little spring fever.

The Jan. 31, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Hearing on new courthouse Thursday

A required public hearing is Thursday on $37 million in financing for a new courthouse.

Update: Rancho Sierra agrees to improve Dressler Lane bridge

Almost four years after receiving final approval for a 239-home subdivision off the south end of Tillman Lane, developers are seeking a two-year delay in the development schedule.

Third homicide turns up in coroner stats

After getting through 2022 with zero homicides, Douglas County deputy coroners worked three in 2023.

The Jan. 30, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Former Whittell teacher sentenced in Tahoe stalking case

A former Whittell High School teacher was convicted of misdemeanor stalking after a four-hour trial in Tahoe Township Justice Court.

Quiet first day to early voting in Douglas

Most of the activity for the opening day of early voting in the presidential preference primary actually occurred next door where trading seed packets was more popular than casting ballots.

Foothill woman named to planning commission

Nine-year Foothill resident and Carson Valley Quilt Guild President Laurie Lile was appointed to the Douglas County Planning Commission.

County reopens applications for airport advisory committee

Airport business community member sought for Airport Advisory Committee

China Spring makes transition to county operation

It’s possible recruitment for a new director at China Spring Youth Camp could begin in February after Douglas County commissioners approved a new ordinance last week.

The Jan. 26, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Judge dismisses Tamarack fire case

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit brought by 18 Douglas County property owners against the U.S Forest Service over the 2021 Tamarack Fire.

The Jan. 25, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Trial set in COD robbery case

An eight-day trial was set for Sept. 18 after two men accused entered not guilty pleas on Tuesday to a combined 19 felonies in the robbery of the COD Casino.

Douglas County approves trails plan

What might be two of the most ambitious trails projects in modern history were included in a plan approved by Douglas County commissioners on Thursday.

The Jan. 24, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

VHR petition undergoing verification

A petition to alter Douglas County’s vacation home rental ordinance to ban rentals in residential zoning and allow them in neighborhood commercial zoning has been submitted to the Douglas County Clerk-Treasurer’s Office.

Adams put 165-year-old family home on market

What is likely the oldest home in Nevada to remain in the same family since before statehood is up for sale.

Sierra snow drought persists

While rain and snow are in the forecast for Wednesday, predicted moisture totals are fairly low for most locations.

The Jan. 23, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

The Jan. 22, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Republicans release final Douglas caucus location list

Republicans to meet Feb. 8 to indicate presidential preference

Avalanche danger could increase from new storm

An avalanche watch has been issued through Monday morning for the Sierra backcountry.

Man receives 36 years in sexual assault case

A Washoe County man was sentenced to consecutive 18-year prison terms after admitting to two counts of attempted sexual assault.

School board majority backer defends large records request

A political backer of three first-year school board trustees defended his public records request for what could amount to thousands of emails and texts.

Honoring the 'Mailman of the Sierra'

Snowshoe Thompson topic of history talk at Minden Mill Distilling on Sunday

Glenbrook VHR owners file lawsuit against county over ban

Owners and operators of vacation home rentals in Glenbrook filed a petition for judicial review in Douglas County District Court on Tuesday.

The Jan. 18, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Caldor prosecutors faced uphill battle

Proving someone started a wildfire is difficult under most circumstances, as prosecutors in the Caldor Fire learned on Dec. 29, 2023, after charges against a father and son were dismissed.

The Jan. 17, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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