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The July 10, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

High pressure might be keeping most smoke at bay, for now

Smoke from wildfires curled around Western Nevada, carving out a clear spot that might not hold.

Update: Heat warning extended to Saturday

An excessive heat warning for all of Western Nevada has been extended through Saturday morning.

The July 9, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Fundraisers underway in two home fires

To donate, visit gofundme.com and search for Brittani Enget or Robert Winter.

Update: Work on Highway 395 resumes in Gardnerville

Residents may receive text notifications on the project by texting “DOWNTOWN” to 866-540-8466, or by calling (775) 379-8777.

The July 8, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Update: Gardnerville twins place first and third in Freedom 5K

Freedom 5K first event for an eventful day

Water sustainability focus along Carson River

It’s not just hot in Carson Valley, it has also been extremely dry, with the last measurable rainfall in Minden recorded on May 14.

The July 5, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Sierra forest fire growing slowly near Yosemite

Officially, the Sheering Fire was at 370 acres last night as it burned in timber on the west slope of the Sierra northwest of Yosemite National Park, according to the Inciweb.

The July Fourth 2024 R-C Morning Report

A wrap-up mostly focused on today's celebration of the 248th year since the signing of the Declaration of Independence

Sinatra debate fills Home Ranch tent

There was a full tent of around 80 people at the Dangberg Historic Home Ranch to hear historians Guy Farmer and Mike Archer discuss Frank Sinatra’s legacy in Nevada’s gaming lore.

Heat wave forecast for Fourth and beyond

Personal fireworks are illegal in Douglas County, but no one told Mother Nature since it’s going to be hot as a firecracker this weekend.

Patriotic performances of note this Fourth of July

Both Gardnerville and Genoa feature live patriotic music courtesy of Carson Valley Pops and the Carson City Symphony, both of which share lots of performers.

The July 3, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

The July 2, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Hot weather increasing fire hazards

Personal fireworks are prohibited in Douglas County, the Tahoe Basin and the entire Sierra Front

The July 1, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Remembering two longtime Carson Valley residents

Two longtime Carson Valley residents, who have graced the front pages of The Record-Courier, are being remembered.

Driver admits DUI causing wrong-way collision with NHP trooper

It will be nearly a year after a Nevada State Police trooper drove his car into the path of a wrong-way driver that the defendant will be sentenced.

Man accused of trying to run girlfriend off road

Bail was set at $100,000 for a 19-year-old Gardnerville man who allegedly tried to run a vehicle containing his girlfriend and three other people off the road in a late-night chase.

June 28 Update: Highway 395 reopens Saturday for Fourth of July week

Construction on Highway 395 has shifted from day to night as paving started Sunday from Waterloo Lane to Mill Street.

Update: Underground cable failure cause of Wednesday blackouts

Around three-dozen outages briefly affected more than 3,000 NV Energy customers on Wednesday afternoon.

The June 28, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

County manager gets high marks

After her first year, reviews of County Manager Jenifer Davidson’s performance were glowing and earned her a $3,000 bonus and a 3-percent pay increase.

Bently named engineering landmark

June 20 was proclaimed Bently Nevada Day by Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo.

The June 27, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Judge delays trial in sexual assault case to August

A jury trial for a Topaz Ranch Estates man accused of sexually assaulting children has been delayed until Aug. 26, a judge ruled Monday.

The June 26, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Building fees to increase 14 percent

A 14-percent Community Development fee increase was approved by Douglas County commissioners in order to keep up with inflation.

Douglas prepares for Fourth at Tahoe

Nearly three score security personnel, both private and public, will be watching Zephyr Cove and Zephyr Shoals in order to prevent what happened last year at Lake Tahoe.

The June 25, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

The June 24, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

2024 primary election results official

Only 32.54 percent of Douglas County’s voters turned out for the election, according to Clerk-Treasurer Amy Burgans.

Vegas judge dismisses Trump elector charges

Attorney General Aaron Ford will appeal case to Supreme Court

Feds delay review for pinyon jay

A review to determine whether a bright blue bird that inhabits the Pine Nut Mountains and other piñon-juniper forests across the West is endangered has been delayed.

The June 21, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Jacks Valley Ranch on market for $15 million

For the first time in more than a half century, the historic Jacks Valley Ranch is on the market for $15 million.

The June 20, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

Reward offered in Ranchos house fire

The mother of the owner of a Gardnerville Ranchos home severely damaged in a June 7 fire is offering a $1,000 reward.

The Juneteenth 2024 R-C Morning Report

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

ASPIRE conducts 11th graduation

Fourteen of the 18 ASPIRE Academy graduates participated in the school’s 11th graduation ceremony at the CVIC Hall in Minden on Friday.

The June 18, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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

The June 17, 2024, R-C Morning Report

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