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Kurt Hildebrand

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The June 2, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

New faces and places along 395 corridor

Shoe Tree Brewery's opening is just one of the changes in Carson Valley's business landscape

Records likely to withstand this week's high temperatures

First temperatures in the 90s expected this week.

The June 1, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

First Genoa streetlights coming down

Genoa Town Board members will face three options on Wednesday regarding the ancient street lights that illuminate the town's back streets, none of which include leaving the lights in place.

Douglas population growth driven by migration

If Douglas County had to rely on its natural birth and death rates, it would have lost 1,661 residents since July 1, 2011.

Warm dry weather will allow fires to spread quickly

A warm Memorial Day weekend is the opening to what promises to be a long, hot summer

Trailhead burglar must pay $15,418 restitution as part of probation

The second person involved in a series of trailhead vehicle burglaries that occurred during last year's lockdown was sentenced on Tuesday.

Road clear, and power restored after collision knocks out power to thousands

One person was transported as a result of a two-vehicle collision south of Gardnerville.

Cowhands offer picture of Old West

People still rope and brand calves in Carson Valley.

The May 28, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

Bill that may silence Minden siren on governor's desk

Assembly Bill 88 has been delivered to Gov. Steve Sisolak for his signature.

The May 27, 2021, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news in and around Carson Valley

Homeless man held to answer in case of woman killed in tent

A homeless man accused of raping and murdering a woman he was sharing a tent with last fall was bound over to district court on Friday.

New faces and places along 395 corridor

One of the oldest buildings in Gardnerville will see new operation.

The May 26, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

The May 25, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

East Fork staff share memories of its origins

In 1981, Bill Driscoll became chief of the East Fork Fire Protection District within months of its creation.

Commission approves Bently industrial park

A 35-parcel industrial park at Airport and Heybourne roads took the long way to approval on Thursday.

The May 24, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

Lake parents protest personnel changes

Parents concerned over personnel changes at Douglas County’s Lake Tahoe schools asked school board trustees for help on Tuesday.

Deal vacates month-long trial in 2017 beating death

Settlement resolves a 2017 beating case that was scheduled for a month-long trial

Man sentenced to prison in after hours shopping spree

A Carson City man who wandered around the Target for five hours after it closed was sentenced to 20-60 months in prison on Tuesday.

Carson River a surprise to many residents

A recent survey finds only 9 percent of respondents could name the Carson River.

Restoring Tahoe fireworks a longshot

A Carson Valley man is raising money and racing a deadline in a last ditch effort to bring fireworks to Stateline for the Fourth of July

Good crowd for first Minden Concert in the Park

Tonight's concert in Minden Park will occur rain, snow or shine

Hazardous materials team called to Elks Point address after alarm

An incident at Elks Point Road and Highway 50 saw a significant police and fire presence

Honor system key to dropping mask requirement

The mask sign was gone from the door of the Judicial & Law Enforcement Building on Monday for the first time in more than a year.

East Fork Fire celebrates 40 years

East Fork Fire Protection District has been serving most of Douglas County for 40 years

Man sent to prison in domestic battery

A man with a history of domestic battery convictions was sentenced to 2-5 years in prison on Monday.

Men connected to school cancellation free on bail, again

A man sporting a sidearm when he allegedly harassed a deputy and his wife at a Gardnerville grocery store, wasn’t supposed to have firearms.

Farewell to some old Carson Valley friends

Kurt Hildebrand writes a monthly column about people and things in Carson Valley. The opinions expressed here are his own.

The May 20, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

Carson Valley unmasked and ready for fun

Carson Valley's farmers market kicked off a week of events.

Wetter, cooler temperature in forecast

National Weather Service forecasters have issued a freeze watch for Carson Valley and most of Western Nevada.

The May 19, 2021, R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up of news in and around Carson Valley

Preparations under way for long hot summer

Fire agencies are preparing for a long dry summer

Motorcycle traffic stop results in Douglas arrests

The arrival of around 100 motorcyclists in Carson Valley on Friday as they made their way north on Highway 395 resulted in a handful of arrests.

The May 17, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

New DNA tests authorized in Bodden murder case

Federal public defenders have received authorization to conduct new DNA tests on hair samples in a 15-year-old murder case.

Thunderstorms forecast to start early today

Forecasters say there's a good chance of rain and even thunderstorms this evening.

Threat cancels Tuesday school budget hearing

A credible threat against Douglas County School District officials has prompted the cancellation of Tuesday’s regular board meeting.

The May 14, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

Supreme Court overturns 2019 tax increases that failed to get supermajority

Two bills passed by the 2019 Legislature, challenged by Douglas County Sen. James Settelmeyer and other Republicans senators, were overturned by the Nevada Supreme Court on Thursday.

Hospital purchases closed Stateline casino

Barton Healthcare System purchased the Lakeside Inn for $13.3 million according to the Douglas County Recorder’s Office.

Man faces up to 60 years for sex with teenager

A former Carson Valley man is facing up to 30 years in prison after he pleaded guilty on Tuesday to blackmailing a 15-year-old girl into sex.

Countdown to Carson Valley Days

76th Carson Valley Days Parade a month away

The May 13, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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

33 Carson Valley residents graduate UNR on Thursday

University of Nevada commencement ceremonies begin today and will continue through Saturday

The May 12, 2021, R-C Morning Report

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