hwy 395
Fort Bragg woman drowns at Topaz Lake
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/17/2015 - 7:18pmDouglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) is investigating the drowning at Topaz Lake Wednesday of 36-year-old Janneke Strong from Ft. Bragg, CA.
DCSO responded to a call of a reported drowning at 1:48 p.m. on June 17. A witness reported seeing a person lying face down in approximately four feet of water along the North Shore of the lake which is located in Douglas County on Hwy 395.
East Fork Fire Paramedics arrived on scene and began advanced life saving efforts to Strong who was transported to the Carson Valley Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased at 3:04 p.m.
10th TOCCATA Tahoe Summer Music Fest: Going for Baroque
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/07/2015 - 5:08pmEvent Date:
June 21, 2015 - 3:00pm
Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus kicks off its 10th Summer MusicFest with “Going For Baroque-Summer Solstice Series” June 17 thru 23. The program opens with Vivaldi’s Concerto for Violin and Cello, RV 547, with Natalie and Nick Haines as soloists, and continues with flutist Josue Casillas performing Vivaldi’s Concerto for Flute #428 “Goldfinch”. Other soloists include Yuri Liberzon, guitarist, performing Vivaldi Concerto RV 82, and harpist Marina Roznitovsky performing Vivaldi Concerto #540. The concert concludes with J.S.
History Sunday: The ties between South Lake Tahoe and Indianapolis 500
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/24/2015 - 11:52amAs many watched the Indianapolis 500 on television Sunday, they were tuned into the excitement of the race, maybe not really reflecting on the history of the racetrack, dubbed "The Brickyard." The Brickyard and parts of South Lake Tahoe have a lot in common.
The Brickyard
Suspect sought in Gardnerville Pizza Hut robbery
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 8:24pmAn armed suspect robbed the Pizza Hut in Gardnerville at gunpoint on March 23, asking the clerk for all the money from the cash register.
At 8:15 p.m., the unknown man entered the restaurant located at 1362 Hwy 395 in Gardnerville, NV. After getting the money he left the store on foot, out of view.
An undisclosed amount of money was taken.
The suspect is described as 5'10 or 5'11 inches tall, medium build, wearing dark sunglasses, a dark gray or black pullover hoodie, a navy blue neckerchief and a solid white neckerchief.
Road Trip: Manzanar National Historic Site
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/29/2014 - 10:24pmMany of us have driven on Highway 395 between South Lake Tahoe and Southern California. I’ve done that route many times myself on the way to and from San Diego and Disneyland. As heading South, the Owens Valley opens up after leaving the town of Bishop, just over 200 miles from Tahoe. You’ll pass through the town of Independence, and six miles later you’ll find yourself at the Manzanar National Historic Site (the town has an ironic name as you’re about to find out).
Winemaker's Dinner at Sierra Gourmet Grill & Wine Bar to Feature Vintages of Hearst Ranch Winery
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/23/2014 - 11:16am
Event Date:
August 28, 2014 - 6:00pm A Winemaker's Dinner featuring the Vintages of Historic Hearst Ranch Winery
Complementing a 4 - Course Dinner by Chef Larry Rice, will be held at Sierra Gourmet Grill & Wine Bar August 28, from 6 until 8.
Winery Guest: James P. Buda
Come join us for an evening of tasteful enjoyment!
We have a delicious meal planned for you, accompanied by Hearst Ranch Winery Vintages including:
Location
Sierra Gourmet Grill & Wine Bar
1378 Hwy 395 N
Gardnerville, NV
United States
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Pedestrian struck and killed by pickup truck and DCSO patrol cars on Highway 395
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/11/2014 - 11:57amA pedestrian walking on Highway 395 near Spring Valley Drive was killed after being struck by multiple vehicles Sunday night.
According to the Douglas County Sheriff's Department, the victim was standing in the southbound lane at 10:45 p.m. when he was hit by a pickup truck heading south. After being struck, the male was thrown into the northbound travel lane of US 395. As the pickup truck driver pulled over, two Douglas County Sheriff's patrol cars were heading north and did not see the man. Both cars struck the man.
Suicide Awareness Training
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/30/2014 - 10:25amEvent Date:
August 22, 2014 - 9:00am
SafeTALK is a suicide alertness training for everyone. In only a few hours, you will learn how to provide practical help to persons with thoughts of suicide. Expect to leave safeTALK more willing and able to perform an important helping role for persons with thoughts of suicide.
It is open free of charge to all community members. There are limited seats.To register for the class, please email Janett Massolo jmassolo@health.nv.gov or call 775-688-2964 x 261.
The training will be held at the Carson Valley Medical Center located at 1107 Hwy 395 in Minden, NV.
Minden business owner arrested on fraud charges
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/23/2014 - 5:17pmHelen Welch, operator of the "Little Psychic Shop" in Minden, was arrested Wednesday by Douglas County Sheriff's officers on the felony charge of attempting to obtain money under false pretenses.
An undercover investigation by the DCSO was initiated after they received complaints of fraud by Welch's customers. The business is located at 1578 Hwy 395.
Anyone who believes they may have been the victim of fraudulent activity involving Helen Welch is encouraged to call the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division at 775-782-9905 to make a report.
Lightning sparks wildfire in hills south of Spooner Summit
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/16/2014 - 9:15pmA brush fire started just after 6:45 p.m. Wednesday night in the hills above Carson City between Jacks Valley Road and Clear Creek Road. Fire officials are calling it the Clear Creek Fire and it had burned 150 acres as of 9:45 p.m. The area is not easily accessible. Hot Shots were dropped onto the hills nearby to fight the fire as well as drops from three air tankers and two helicopters. Hand crews will stay on the fire during the night.
The fire was started by lightning and the region saw dozens more lightning strikes into the evening.
Sangiovese Tasting 101
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 12:11pmEvent Date:
October 17, 2013 - 5:30pm
Buona Sera in Minden is presenting holding a wine tasting and dinner Thursday, October 17. This special event will be "Sangiovese Tasting 101 – Five Vino Noceto Sangioveses: The Differences – The Clones."
This is an educational and fun class that will cover 5 of the 7 Sangioveses and will be followed by a 5 course wine dinner with Rusty Folena, Winemaker.
Multiple lightning-sparked fires in Douglas County, Northern Nevada
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/02/2013 - 2:58pmCrews are responding to at least three lightning-sparked fires in Douglas County. The fires are located off Leviathan Mine Road and in the Pinenut Mountains at the Sunrise Pass and Mount Segal areas, according to U.S. Bureau of Land Management spokeswoman Lisa Ross.
Go here for the latest updates.
Here is a news release from Douglas County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Pat Brooks regarding the fires:
Memorial Day weekend fishing report for Northern California and Sierra
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 9:32pmHere is the Memorial Day weekend fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 22-28. Pack plenty of sunscreen, fill your cooler full of cold beverages and enjoy the long holiday weekend.
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report through Oct. 10
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 2:36pmHere is this week's fall fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 4-10.
Hwy. 395 in south Douglas County closed because of fire
Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 1:55pmDon Q's Fishing Report for the week of June 13-20
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 1:57pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of June 13-20.
History program honors Native American Women
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/09/2012 - 5:00amThe Douglas County Historical Society will honor Native American Women at during the "Women In History" program at 2 p.m. March 24 at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center,1477 Hwy 395 N....
Full Circle Compost & Hungry Mother Organics 3rd Annual Seed Swap
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/16/2012 - 1:52pm
Event Date:
March 3, 2012 (All day) Have you ever been to a Seed Swap? It's soooo much fun! Bring your own seeds to swap or just come down and get rare locally grown Heirloom varieties. Our seeds have been proven to grow here in the Sierra Nevada Environment... flowers, heirloom vegetables, trees, shrubs and much much more! If you don't have your own seeds, that's ok, we only ask for a small donation.
Full Circle Compost & Hungry Mother Organics
3190 Hwy 395, Minden, NV 89423
Please call 775-267-5305 or go to our website www.fullcirclecompost.com
Surveillance photos released in Minden minimart robbery
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 11:33amUpdated Feb. 16, 5:08PM: Douglas County authorities have released surveillance photos of a Feb. 10 armed robbery at a Minden gas station and are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect and a possible accomplice.
A gun was drawn on a clerk and an undetermined amount of cash taken at the J&M Mini Mart in Minden on Friday Feb. 10.
Douglas County authorities seek help in Minden minimart robbery
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 02/12/2012 - 9:30amA gun was drawn on a clerk and an undetermined amount of cash taken at the J&M Mini Mart in Minden on Friday night. Douglas County authorities are seeking the public's help in finding the robber and a possible accomplice.
The armed robbery happened at about 8:45 p.m., with the suspect, wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, dark mask and gloves, getting inside a gray four-door sedan with dark-tinted windows, possibly and Audi or a Volkswagon Jetta. It is believed a second person was in the vehicle and served as the driver, said Douglas County Sgt. Jim Halsey. The clerk was unhurt.
Douglas GOP committee to meet in March
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 02/11/2012 - 5:00amDouglas County Republican Central Committee meeting will take place 7-9 p.m. March 8, at the county GOP headquarters at 1615 Hwy 395, Minden.Assemblyman Kelly Kite is the guest speaker.For more inf...
Autumn Harvest Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 9:46am
Event Date:
October 1, 2011 (All day) Workshops — Mini-Farmer's Market with a variety of Local Vendors — Live music with HICK’RY SWITCH. — Activities include — face painting — stuffing a scarecrow - Go to our websites for more details and updates! www.fullcirclecompost.com and www.hungrymotherorganics.com;
Email for reservation for workshops space is limited.
At
Full Circle Compost
Hungry Mother Organics
3190 Hwy 395, Minden, NV 89423
Location
Full Circle Compost and Hungry Mother Organics
3190 Hwy 395, Minden, NV 89423
United States
39° 4' 10.6428" N, 119° 46' 48.3636" W
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