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Sarah Drinkwine

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District seeking Safe School volunteers

The Safe Schools Volunteers program is open to anyone interested in volunteering and providing safety for the school district.

Douglas homecoming more than a game

Douglas High School’s home football game kicks off with the 6th annual Fall Fest Parade “Neon Lights DHS Nights” at Minden Park 5 p.m. Wednesday.

District honors top school employees

Minden and Gardnerville Elementary School Vice Principal Amy Carter and Inclusive Education Specialist Stephanie Scheick were named top Douglas County School District employees.

Man denies felony in teen prostitution sting

Aaron Michael Fisher, 26, was among nine men arrested in a July 7-8 investigation by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Reno Human Exploitation and Trafficking Task Force at the Hard Rock Casino Resort.

Millennium Medical Spa raises money for Douglas K-9 Unit

Millennium Medical and Spa Suites raised more than $6,000 in support of the four-legged team at the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.

Schools start with ‘Open Hearts’

Schools open in Douglas County

School starts Monday in Douglas County

More than 50 new teachers will greet students throughout the Douglas County School District when school starts on Monday morning.

Men face trials in separate child sexual assault cases

If convicted, two men could face up to life in prison

Genoa hopes for sweet Candy Dance

Candy Dance preparations underway in Genoa

Driver in wrong-way fatal DUI admits felonies

A Nov. 4 sentencing was set for the driver in the April 23 wrong-way crash that killed Airman 1st Class Fallon Montanucci.

Douglas County School District hiring ‘back-bone’ positions

Douglas County School District hosted a job fair at Douglas High School on Wednesday for the “backbone positions” before school starts on Aug. 22.

Dance Workshop assembles professional ballet program

Auditions for the “Nutcracker” and Nevada Dance Company are Aug. 27 at Dance Workshop, 1697 County Road, Minden. Find out more at info@nevadadancecompany.com

Ironwood shopping center hosts Minden’s first National Night Out

A national event meant to enhance relationships in the community was celebrated for the first time in Minden at the Ironwood Shopping Center Tuesday.

Cars cruise into Minden rain or shine during Poker Run

Stormy weather did not affect the Hot August Night Poker Run with more than 300 visitors cruising through Minden Thursday.

Sheriff’s Office offers advice for surviving active shootings

What is the best thing to do in the event of an active shooter? Run.

St. Gall Rummage Sale this weekend

The St. Gall Rummage Sale is 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the church located at 1343 Centerville Lane.

Wildlife show promotes more than reading

Thursday's annual wildlife show is a celebration at the end of the Douglas County Public Library's Summer Reading Program

Window painter helps promote businesses through her own

Carson City resident Lowri McGill paints murals, characters and messages for businesses in Douglas County, Carson City, Lake Tahoe and surrounding areas, usually right on the business’ windows.

Douglas High grad films social media thriller

'Follower' may be viewed through the streaming platforms; Itunes, Apple TV, Amazon, Spectrum on Demand, Vudo, XBOX, Hoopla, YouTubeMovies and Google Play.

Family Support Council receives $40,000 donation

Two weeks after celebrating 40 years of service, the Family Support Council received a $40,000 donation from Beverly Reality.

Arts Council receives $35,000 grant

The Carson Valley Arts Council was the first Nevada recipient of a $35,000 grant from T-Mobile’s Hometown Grant on June 15.

Dayton man receives probation in sex trafficking sting

A Dayton man arrested in an underage prostitution sting last year is scheduled to be released from a 45-day jail sentence on July 8.

Support Council thanks community with 40-year celebration

The Family Support Council celebrated 40 years at Heritage Park on Saturday

Family Support Council observes 40-year anniversary

Family Support Council’s “Let’s Get Support-y for 40” is noon to 4 p.m. today at Heritage Park.

Highway 395 to close for Saturday's Carson Valley Days Parade

The first Carson Valley Day took place June 11, 1910, in Minden. A parade became an annual tradition in 1946.

Wass performing for Carson Valley Days

Gardnerville troubadour Jakota Wass will be helping to sooth the crowd on Friday night as part of the annual Carson Valley Days celebration.

Pollination is the buzz word this June

Encouraging pollinators doesn’t require keeping bees, but simply sharing the buzz.

A full bout of Mountain Madness

Mountain Madness is put on by Douglas High School’s Block D Letterman’s Club. The event is an end of the year carnival and fundraiser where proceeds go back to the club for future events.

Douglas High School students host Q&A with school board candidates

Douglas High School students interviewed four candidates for the school board of trustees on Wednesday.

High Plains Beauty Show displays Nevada’s artistry

The High Plains Beauty Show "Meet the Artist" is 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Saturday at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center.

Update: Seniors blank Juniors 12-0 at Mountain Madness

Douglas High School's Mountain Madness returns Friday featuring Powder Puff game, milk chug, tug-a-war and lip sync contests.

Northern Nevada Giving Tree blooms with support for Douglas County nonprofits

When the Northern Nevada Giving Tree donated $7,500 to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse.

Open house lets residents take peek behind the badge

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Open House was Wednesday.

Teachers appreciated with survival wheel

Meneley teachers participate in Teacher Appreciation Week.

Arts Council celebrates historic listing for Copeland

The Copeland Building was listed on the Nevada Historical Register.

Senior boy belly dances his way to Mr. DHS

Grady Frensdorff was crowned Douglas High School's Mr. DHS 2022

Animal groups find pets new homes

More than a dozen pets found homes Saturday during National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.

Mr. DHS back on stage

The Mr. DHS pageant will be 6 p.m. Friday at the CVIC Hall. Cost is $20. Tickets are being sold at Douglas High School in room 107.