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Kurt Hildebrand

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The May 18, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Tiger graduates UNR with dual degrees

After spending the last five years focused on his education, 2020 Jump Start Valedictorian Mike Rubio is collecting two bachelor’s degrees at this week’s University of Nevada, Reno, graduation ceremonies.

The May 17, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

The May 16, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Mono double murder suspect faces federal charges

A man accused in a Nov. 7, 2020, double murder near Bridgeport is facing federal charges.

Mother's Day rain totals vary wildly

Update includes forecast for this week

The May 15, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

More than 250 cars attend Big Mama's

More than 250 vehicles turned out for the 21st Big Mama’s Car Show in Gardnerville’s Lampe Park.

School board takes up transgender issues on Tuesday

School Board meets 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Airport Training Center on Airport Road

The May 12, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Douglas lands bill re-introduced in Congress

A lands bill that has been in the works for 14 years and before Congress for nearly a decade was reintroduced in the House of Representatives on Wednesday.

The May 11, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Mother’s Day last day for backyard burning

If mom needs some backyard burning done, Mother’s Day will be the last day it’s allowed in the East Fork Fire Protection District.

Stratton Center fire closes four businesses

East Fork firefighters and Douglas County deputies responded to the fire at 1540 Main St.

Holy Smokers open classic car season

The 21st Big Mama’s Car Show is Saturday

School site back in district’s court

A 10.5-acre school site reserved in the Virginia Ranch development agreement will go back to school officials to negotiate a proposal for eight homes for teachers.

The May 10, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

The May 9, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Wildfire burns near site of 1996 Autumn Hills Fire

May is Nevada Wildfire Awareness Month

The May 8, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Resilient snowpack delays big meltoff

A wet first week of May sent the snow-water equivalent at Ebbetts Pass to a new record for May 6 with 77.6 inches locked in the snowpack.

Man 'earns' prison with casino purse theft

A new California law that takes effect July 1 is already affecting the ability of Nevada to get criminal records and might have had the opposite of the desired effect in one case.

Charges upheld in fentanyl exposure case

California resident Jessica Thomas is facing an Aug. 8-18 trial in Douglas County District Court as a result of an Oct. 20, 2022, arrest that resulted in five deputies going to the hospital for fentanyl exposure.

Main Street paving project goes to bid

A project to repave Highway 395 between First Street and Waterloo Lane in Gardnerville has gone out to bid.

County manager search will stay in-house for now

The search for a new county manager will stay close to home, a majority of Douglas County commissioners decided on Thursday.

County takes over management of Minden-Tahoe Airport

Airport manager ABS Aviation President Michael A. Hodges said in a statement issued on Wednesday afternoon the company turned over the keys to the county 5 p.m. Tuesday at the request of County Manager Patrick Cates.

Man hit with second $20,000 VHR fine

Douglas County commissioners are scheduled to introduce revisions to the vacation home rental ordinance today.

The May the Fourth Be With You, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Towns celebrate Arbor Day

Gardnerville planted two of the trees that have several-century long lifespans in honor of Arbor Day

Virginia Ranch school site up for debate Thursday

Douglas County commissioners meet 10 a.m. Thursday at the Douglas County Courthouse, 1616 Eighth St. in Minden.

The May 3, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Projects seek town endorsements in Gardnerville and Minden

Minden to discuss 116-unit multi-family project along Monte Vista Avenue on Wednesday

Chamber hosts job fair and volunteer expo

A week after taking over the Douglas County Community Center gym for Business Showcase, the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce was back below the basketball hoops Thursday for a job fair and volunteer expo.

Genoa Western Heritage Days a hoot and a half

Genoa was packed for the annual Genoa Western Heritage Days and both sides of Main Street were lined with onlookers for the horse parade.

The May 2, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

The May 1, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

It’s a sure bet Carson River will rise

But by how much and when will be difficult to predict

Carson Valley celebrates days of nature from Earth to Arbor

From Earth Day to Arbor Day, spring is time to work the soil

The Arbor Day 2023 R-C Morning Report

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

Wa She Shu Travel Plaza theft suspects in custody

A high-speed pursuit in California resulted in the capture of four California men accused of raiding the Wa She Shu Travel Plaza south of Gardnerville on Thursday morning.

The April 27, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Tiger cadets compete in Raider Challenge

Ten Jr. ROTC teams from across Northern Nevada participated in a Raider Challenge competition at Douglas High School.

The April 26, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Casino shooting suspect held without bail

Video of a March 25 fatal shooting that occurred at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino was played as part of a bail hearing in Stateline on Tuesday afternoon.