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The Dec. 27, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Main Street work takes holiday break

The cones were picked up off Highway 395 last week and aren't expected to return until mid-January, unless weather intervenes.

The Dec. 26, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Nisja Bear House open in Chichester Estates

Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be spending Christmas Eve at Roy Nisja’s Bear House in the Gardnerville neighborhood of Chichester Estates.

County approves $51 million in bonds for new courthouse

On Thursday, after conducting a public hearing Douglas County commissioners approved $51 million in bonds to build a new courthouse.

The Dec. 22, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Genoa to receive $215,000 fire prevention grant

A $215,000 grant from the Nevada Division to help reduce the effects of forest fires on Nevada’s Oldest Settlement was approved by Douglas County Commissioners on Thursday.

The Winter Solstice, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Counselor’s arrest prompts questions

On Monday, interim China Spring Youth Camp Director Dr. Jenna Sexton found herself fielding questions from members of the camp’s advisory board about last week’s arrest of a counselor for allegedly having sex with two 17-year-old residents.

Fog expected to stick around for a bit

A little bit of weather overnight may help clear out the fog that has socked in Carson Valley for the last three mornings, but conditions may bring it back on Saturday.

Cave Rock VHR ban debate rehearsal for next effort

On Thursday, Douglas County commissioners are scheduled to discuss an ordinance that will ban vacation home rentals north of Cave Rock.

The Dec. 20, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Stormy weather brings snow to upper elevations

Chains were required for all vehicles except those with four-wheel drive and snow tires over the Sierra on highways 88, 89 and 50.

Hearing on courthouse financing Thursday

On Thursday, Douglas County commissioners will hold a public hearing on the issuance of $51 million in bonds to build a new courthouse, the fourth built expressly for the purpose in county history.

The Dec. 19, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

The Dec. 18, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Planning commission opposes VHR ban north of Cave Rock

Planning commissioners voted 7-0 to recommend denial of a rental ban north of Cave Rock.

County to seek applicants for planning commission, audit committee

Not all the positions open for appointment were filled by county commissioners on Thursday.

Work continues on Bridgeport Post Office

The post office has been in temporary quarters since last winter

The Dec. 15, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

The Dec. 14, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Five seek seat on Vacation Home Rental board

With all the controversy over the Vacation Home Rental ordinances, it’s no surprise that five people applied for two open seats on the board.

Historic district make-up survives challenge

Historic structures in town range from the Walker House built in 1854 to the last years of the 19th Century, according to the 1975 map included in the original registry listing.

Food Closet receives second highest donation from annual drive

According to event sponsor KTVN Channel 2, the Dec. 8 event raised $91,779.19 in donations and 23,783 pounds of food in 12 hours.

Project Santa wraps up this week

A Carson Valley tradition for 35 years, Project Santa volunteers are wrapping presents that have been donated by service clubs.

Eight seek four seats on Airport Advisory Committee

With work underway to bring management of Minden-Tahoe Airport back under county control, the Airport Advisory Committee saw eight people apply for four seats.

The Dec. 13, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

2020 Trump electors deny charges

Update: The six 2020 Trump electors denied charges of fraud and a March 11 trial was set, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Gardnerville residents report illicit fireworks shows

Residents reported fireworks going off in the vicinity of Heritage Park over the weekend.

The Dec. 12, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Commission approves 80-unit subdivision

County includes requirement to build east-west road

Corporate bankruptcy to close Gardnerville Rite Aid

The Gardnerville pharmacy is Nevada's last Rite Aid

The Dec. 11, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Irrigation work to precede Muller Lane construction

Muller Lane Parkway 90 percent designed

85-unit Ranchos project goes before planning commissioners

An 85-unit project on the east side of the Gardnerville Ranchos is scheduled to go before planning commissioners 1 p.m. Tuesday.

Share Your Holiday food drive raises $91,779

Carson Valley Inn hosts the Share Your Holiday Food Drive sponsored by KTVN Channel 2

Online shopping helps boost Douglas taxable sales

Big increase in online sales drives county revenue

The Dec. 8, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Attorney General: Three Douglas residents among six indicted Trump electors

Six Nevadans have been indicted due to their actions in the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford announced on Wednesday afternoon.

The Dec. 7, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Blustery Wednesday brings new snow to Carson Range

Wind blowing dust prompted a fire call on Wednesday morning.

East Fork Fire District trustees OK borrowing $3 million to purchase fire equipment

Increased equipment costs have required the fire district to seek bonding for new equipment

The Dec. 6, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

The Dec. 5, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Parade welcomes holiday season to Valley

Parade of Lights winners announced

County approves levee funding

With funding approved work can begin soon to shore up the levee that keeps the East Fork of the Carson River from flooding Carson Valley Golf Course and the surrounding homes.

Genoans celebrate history with tree lighting

A celebration representing generations of Genoans culminated in scores of residents gathering around to light the blue spruce named for Hope “Hopie” Falcke in Nevada’s first settlement on Friday.

The Dec. 4, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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