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Kurt Hildebrand

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Rain could dissipate in Western Nevada this evening

The forecast will likely determine whether Highway 395 through the Pine Nut Mountains reopens today.

County road crews working flood issues

Pine Nut Creek appears to be eating away the bank under Fish Springs Road

Mud, water close Highway 395 through Pine Nuts

No official indication that Highway 395 is actually open

Flooding, high winds prompt county closure

Storm closes county offices, roads, schools as waters rise and wind blows

The March 10, 2023, R-C Flooding Report

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

The March 9, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Rain on snow could bring flooding to Douglas

On Tuesday, Douglas County urged residents to prepare for possible flooding starting late this week, including road closures.

The March 8, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Fatal vehicle rollover closes northbound 395 for three hours

One person is confirmed dead and another transported to Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center after a Monday afternoon single vehicle rollover closed the northbound lanes of Highway 395.

The March 7, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Inflation, weather may have caused taxable sales hit

Douglas County merchants closed out the holiday shopping season a little behind, likely due to the effects of inflation and maybe the weather.

Heavenly reopens after Sunday blizzard

A warmer storm is expected to arrive in the central Sierra on Friday morning with lower snow levels that are expected to rise through the day.

The March 6, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Kirkwood warns skiers of impending storm

A winter weather advisory is in effect 1 p.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday with 2-6 inches in Carson Valley and 6-10 inches above 5,000 feet.

The March 3, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Busy winter for Douglas Search and Rescue

In the middle of Tuesday night’s blizzard, members of Douglas County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue responded to two separate calls.

The March 2, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Update: 8 inches of snow falls in Foothills

Next storm could bring windy conditions to Valley by Saturday

New 911 manager on the line

On Tuesday, a new manager for 911 Emergency Services was scheduled to start work and recruitment closed for two new dispatchers.

The March 1, 2023, R-C Morning Report

Mostly weather news again today.

Public legal notices bill in Legislature prompts concerns

Negotiations are underway regarding a bill that will allow legal notices to appear online on newspaper websites as opposed to requiring that they be in print.

The Feb. 28, 2023, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of mostly storm news from Carson Valley, Nev.

The Feb. 27, 2023, R-C Storming Report

A wrap up of storm news from in and around Carson Valley

Trial confirmed in child sexual assault case

Two trials scheduled in sexual assault on child cases

Valley sees 10-13 inches from latest storm

Up to a foot of snow was reported in portions of Carson Valley from Friday’s daylong snowstorm.

The Feb. 24, 2023, R-C Storming Report

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

Airport management submits 90-day notice

County to issue request seeking new management firm

Snowy weather could continue this afternoon

Dry powdery snow paved west Carson Valley roads with white on Thursday morning as more snow showers arrived ahead of a major storm expected to arrive on Friday morning.

The Feb. 23, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Kingsbury powerline work to continue in May

Work to clear trees around the power lines paralleling Chimney Rock Road and following power lines down the mountain was part of the NV Energy Resilience Corridors Project on the east side of the Lake Tahoe Basin conducted last fall.

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

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

Blast of snow brings winter back to Carson Valley

Nearly 3,000 Douglas County homes and businesses were without power this afternoon as a powerful windstorm arrived.

Mono County pot farm wins appeal

An approval of a marijuana farm just over the state line from southern Douglas County was upheld by Mono County supervisors.

The Feb. 21, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Blustery winter storm brewing for Tuesday

After a week of relatively mild weather, winter will make a comeback on Tuesday and looks like it will stick around for a while.

Clerk prepping for presidential primary

Unless the Nevada Legislature makes significant changes in the state’s election law, potential presidential candidates will have to file Oct. 2-16 for the Feb. 6, 2024, election

Caldor fire looter receives another eight years in prison

Two members of a Lake Tahoe theft ring were sentenced to prison on Tuesday.

Douglas funds most of $600,000 microtransit request

An on-demand shuttle service designed to help reduce the impact of an events center at Stateline received a pledge $520,000 from Douglas County commissioners by a 4-1 vote on Thursday.

The Feb. 17, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

BLM captures 13 more East Valley horses

Federal officials captured another 13 horses from East Valley Road, according to a nonprofit dedicated to preserving their freedom.

The Feb. 16, 2023, R-C Morning Report

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

Valley wet enough to be ‘abnormally dry’

February has so far been no competition for January’s record conditions.

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

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