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Local author conducts book signing

Indian Hills resident Annie Weber shares her faith journey and a better understanding of the Bible in her new book, “Astounding Truths."

Block D Turkey Drive provides gratitude and support

Weighing at a total 4,040 pounds of food and goods, the Douglas County High School Block D club delivered their largest donations, yet, to the Carson Valley Food Closet on Wednesday.

Arts Foundation announces effort to build venue

Heading into 2025, The Cultural Arts Foundation is ready to expand the arts in Douglas County with their 3 “C’s” model; “create,” “connect,” and “collaborate.”

Angel accounts provide free meals for students

Jacks Valley Elementary School received a $1,000 donation in their Angel food accounts for those in need.

School Board delays in-house counsel debate

Douglas County School Board trustees decided to postpone discussion and decisions regarding in-house counsel, after concerns from constituents raised potential Open Meeting Law violations.

Sheriff’s Trunk or Treat a success

Despite its relocation, different appearance and changed name, the annual Halloween event hosted by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office received the same number of trick-or-treaters it had since over its 30-year tenure.

Boys & Girls Club open in Minden

The Wray Family Clubhouse welcomed students across Douglas County into the new Minden Boys and Girls Club on Ironwood Drive on Tuesday.

Ruby May greets 100-day birthday

As of Tuesday, Ruby May Olivares is 100 days old and now weighs 5 pound and 9 ounces.

Student play writers and directors put on One-Act

Douglas High School’s drama club features one play with a deep message and another written and directed by students for the One-Act Festival Nov. 15-16 at the high school.

School Board to discuss in-house legal counsel

The Douglas County School Board is expected to discuss the possibility of obtaining in-house general counsel during the board meeting scheduled for 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Airport Training Center.

Gardnerville students honor veterans

Gardnerville Elementary School students honored veterans during their Veterans Day Assembly on Wednesday through patriotic songs, tributes, and a story.

Intero Chili cookoff benefits nonprofits

Intero Real Estate raised $30,000 during its biennial Chili Cook Off event on Oct. 12.

Admitted forger faces up to 20 years

A California woman faces up to 20 years in prison after she admitted to possession of forgery equipment.

Transgender allegation unconfirmed

Superintendent Frankie Alvarado said he cannot confirm the claims made in a political flier sent to people’s homes, and as an employee of the district must remain politically neutral, citing Douglas County School District Policy 437.

Enrollment open at Minden Boys & Girls clubhouse

Six months after the unveiling of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada’s new clubhouse on Ironwood Drive, The Wray Family Clubhouse is set to officially open on Nov. 12.

Plenty of treats replace Halloween Safety Street

The Record-Courier wrapped up its annual Halloween coloring contest on Monday and awarded 10 artists ranging in ages 3-11 for their work.

JAG provides students with choices and connections

Choices and connections was the message during the Jobs for American Graduates-Nevada ceremony on Oct. 16 at Douglas High School as 17 students were initiated and inducted into the program.

Douglas grad reaches for ‘The Summit’

Douglas High School graduate Dustan “Dusty” Fisher recently joined 15 other contestants to tackle the dangerous terrain and unforgiving winds of New Zealand for a share of $1 million on CBS’ show “The Summit.”

Swimmers survive haunted pools

More than 200 families risked the shark- and pirate-infested waters and plucked pumpkins from the floating patch during the Carson Valley Swim Center’s second annual Haunted Pools Saturday.

County opens pickleball complex

After a few solid years of hounding the County Commissioners and Community Services for a complex, pickleball enthusiasts got an outdoor court at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center.

Lake and Minden theatre companies present ‘Misery’

'Misery' opens 7:30 p.m. Oct. 25 at the CVIC Hall with shows 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturdays through Nov. 2 and matinees at 2 p.m. Oct. 27, Nov. 2, and Nov. 3.

Story Walk encourages literacy and togetherness

The grand opening for the Story Walk was Tuesday with the Douglas County Community Center’s Sagebrush Sprouts Preschool being the first children to walk the path and read “Hold This” written by Carolyn Cory Scoppettone and illustrated by Priscilla Alpaugh.

5K raises breast cancer awareness

Main Street Gardnerville is Painting the Town Pink with a 5k run for Breast Cancer Awareness Month Saturday at Heritage Park.

North Sails makes a difference one piece at a time

North Sails collected half the amount of trash on Oct. 9 than they did during their first clean-up day on Heybourne Road two years ago.

Ruling: District and trustees responsible for records lawsuit fees

In a ruling issued last week, District Judge Thomas Gregory found that four Douglas County School Board trustees and the school district are liable for court costs but are exempt from civil penalties.

Whittell Student named National Merit semifinalist

Whittell High School senior Olive Jillson Hamner is among the top 1 percent of students nationwide as a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist.

Last school board meeting before election focuses on students

School board trustees focused on attendance, test scores, and students on Tuesday in their last meeting before the Nov. 5 election.

Douglas County Library installs Story Walk

Lampe Park visitors can now read, walk, and play thanks to the installation of a Story Walk provided by the Douglas County Library.

Ruby May meeting milestones

As of Sept. 30, Ruby May Olivares, born to Coffee on Main’s Lauren and Ruben Olivares, is 2 months old.

Fall Festival sees record crowd

East Fork Gallery’s annual Scarecrow Festival held for over 35 years saw what may have been its biggest turn out in the history of the event.

Celebrating the Best of Carson Valley

The Best of Carson Valley campaign began in 1995 as a contest in which the public nominates and votes for their favorite businesses, individuals, organizations, and services throughout the community.

Douglas among lowest absenteeism rates in Nevada

Douglas County School District has the most students attending class behind Perishing County with a rate of 20.5 percent during the 2023-2024 school year.

Cubby’s class keeps Zephyr Cove students at school

Zephyr Cove Elementary School's Cubby engages students with his Maker's Space classroom.

Tigers name Homecoming royalty

Daniel Ward and Ayla Nelson were voted king and queen on Friday. Nelson was dressed as Bo Peep from “Toy Story” and Ward was dressed as Maverick from "Top Gun" at Wednesday’s Fall Fest.

Gardnerville veteran receives Quilt of Valor

Warren Neale Richardson received a quilted hug Friday for his service during the Vietnam War.

Tax time mail thieves sentenced to prison

A Los Angeles couple were sent to prison after a check stealing spree across Nevada and other states.

Testimony: Trustees didn’t know it was a lawsuit

After two days of testimony, District Judge Tom Gregory took a records lawsuit under advisement and will issue a written ruling at some point.

Little red box library entertains Valley Urgent Care patients

Little red box filled with books provides Carson Valley Health patients with something to read

School board records lawsuit hearing today

An evidentiary hearing for the records lawsuit facing the Douglas County School Board is scheduled for today in Douglas County District Court with Judge Thomas Gregory

Student school board representative gives first report

Douglas High School senior Ender Dempsey was selected as the first student representative for the school board and provided his first report during the board meeting Tuesday.

Memorial scholarship honors past athletes

Douglas High School remembers Molly Lahlum during the 20th annual Memorial Scholarship Dinner on Sept. 22 at Carson Valley Inn’s TJ’s Corral.

Whittell begins first fire safety class

New to the high school this year, the Fire Science Class is taught by professionals from the Tahoe-Douglas Fire Protection District

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