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Steve Ranson

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WNC reception showcases high school students' art

Exhibition’s theme is 'Whispering of the Nevada Desert.'

'A special place': Outgoing commander values time in Fallon

Capt. Shane Tanner built relationships in community, NAS Fallon.

Local vets reflect on Vietnam War’s toll

More than 8 million served for U.S. in Southeast Asia from 1955-75.

FFA, 4-H students promote livestock show

Members attended lunches with the Fallon Rotary Club and the Fallon Chamber of Commerce.

Speakers tell stories of ‘honor and sacrifice’

Annual Vietnam War Remembrance Day remembers heroes from past and present

On the anniversary when combat troops left South Vietnam, the local remembrance day focused on the theme of “Honor and Sacrifice."

Haymon assumes command of NAS Fallon

Outgoing commander thanks community for a successful tour.

First-year skipper Jeff Gardner will lead a deep, talented Reno Aces roster

The boys of summer are back in downtown Reno, looking to improve on a season that ended with the Reno Aces competing for the Pacific Coast League title. The Aces begin the 2025 season with a three-game weekend series in Las Vegas. They will return to Greater Nevada Field for Tuesday’s 2 p.m. home opener — and five more games — against Tacoma.

Veterans recognized at Legislature’s military day

Day-long event includes speeches, recognitions and visiting Assembly.

Haymon assumes NAS Fallon command

Tanner leaves Nevada for Navy’s Fleet Forces Command.

50 years ago: American troops leave Vietnam

Observances in Reno, Fallon and Silver Springs reflect, honor, remember.

Veterans recognized at Nevada Legislature’s military day

Veterans and military supporters from every corner of the state attended the Nevada Legislature in Carson City on Wednesday to network and meet lawmakers.

WNC’s latest art show focuses on people, nature

Work from Cody Deegan and Marsh Hogsed are on display at the Virgil Getto Hall until March 28.

Remembrance Day honors veterans’ sacrifices

Ceremony to mark the last American troops leaving Vietnam 50 years ago.

Water outlook shows positive signs

Lahontan Reservoir’s storage is above normal for early March.

Nevada honors 105-year-old Navy veteran Starr

Lovelock resident joined the WAVES during World War II.

Fallon's Mackedon: Scholar, wordsmith and sportsman

Community remembers Fallon city attorney as a man of the people.

February unaccompanied service honors area veterans

Coalition recognizes members from all services at monthly ceremony.

Bull sale, rodeo 'growing and getting better'

Third annual sale finishes with all-breed average of $6,881.

Ranson: So long, good night. Until we meet again

Former players and broadcasters reflect on the legacy of Mike McGinness, longtime KVLV station manager, play-by-play man, and Nevada legislator.

Fallon welcomes Amazon with ribbon-cutting event

The hub delivery facility focuses on drivers delivering packages within a 60-mile radius of Fallon.

A community remembers Mike McGinness’ legacy

Celebration of life honors "Voice of the Greenwave," state lawmaker.

Lady Wave easily handles Wooster, 65-23

Fallon faces Lowry Friday night in the playoffs’ second round

The Lady Wave breezed to an easy win over Wooster Monday night to set up the second step of the Northern 3A playoffs Friday night against Lowry. After manhandling the Colts, 65-23 at the Elmo Dericco Gym, Fallon, the top team from the Eastern Division, faces a familiar foe in Lowry, which comes into the playoffs as the No. 3 team from the East of the Northern 3A. Lowry upstaged the No. 2 team from the West on Monday night, 45-38.

Bull sale kicks off this week

Team branding set for Thursday night at Rafter 3C.

Girls basketball: CCHS girls cruise to East title

With a two-game sweep against Lyon County schools, Fallon improved to 9-1 in 3A games, 20-6 overall.

Boys basketball: Fernley ends Fallon's season

Greenwave splits final two games to finish 13-12 and 2-8 in Northern 3A games.

Former state senator, voice of the Greenwave dies after lengthy illness

Mike McGinness served his community and state for more than half a century

Fallon businessman and state legislator Mike McGinness died Sunday at the age of 77 after a lengthy illness. “We honor of a life we lost on Sunday that was very important to the state of Nevada, the legacy of Senator Mike McGinness who passed away in Fallon, who hailed from my district,” said an emotional State Senator Robin Titus on the Senate floor Monday. “While words seem small in the face of this loss, I want to take this moment to reflect on this incredible impact that this guy had on both of these chambers and the state of Nevada.”

Overbay, former Pack standout and Major Leaguer, reflects on career

Lyle Overbay, 48, was the speaker on Feb. 6 for the annual Bobby Dolan dinner, a fundraiser for the Nevada baseball program.

Annual bull sale opens next week

Format expands to include more events and Valentine’s Day concert.

Titus, Koenig speak to CEDA members

Local lawmakers offer overview of the 2025 legislative session.

An eye for Nevada’s beauty

WNC hosts reception for landscape photographer Marie Nygren.

Navy Junior ROTC cadet honored for quick thinking

Michael Liston saved the life of a fellow student losing consciousness in a swimming pool.

Churchill tops state in buying power

Financial website points to county's solid "paycheck power" numbers.

January water outlook tells a different story

Snow Survey shows Carson River basin 109% of normal in latest reading

To the visual eye, the water outlook for the Carson River basin may appear somewhat bleak, but the Nevada Water Supply Water Outlook for January tells a different story.

Construction begins on tribal housing project

FPST chairwoman says 22 apartments will be a benefit for tribal members.

Boys basketball: Lowry escapes with a buzzer-beating win

Buckaroos edge Fallon, 65-63, in a back-and-forth 3A North battle.

County, city officials take their oaths

Churchill County Commission has a new look after two first-term commissioners were sworn by Judge Thomas Stockard.

American Legion delivers 152 Christmas meals

Needs for the community’s senior residents increases during the holidays

With each passing Thanksgiving and Christmas, the need for holiday meals is increasing with the county’s senior population.

School district applying for Farm to School grant

The Churchill County School District is applying for a grant for a Farm to School program. At a December stakeholders’ meeting, the school district’s work-based learning coordinator informed members of a $500,000 federal grant spread out over five years that would educate students as well as the community on food production in Churchill County.

Military briefs for January 2-8, 2025

The 2025 Veterans Legislative Summit in Reno is Jan. 18 at the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home, 36 Battle Born Way in Sparks, from 8-11:30 a.m. The Nevada Legislature starts Feb. 3. The report on the issues raised for this upcoming session may be found at https://veterans.nv.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024-NV-Veterans-Legislative-Symposia-FINAL.pdf.

‘Salute to Service’ set for Air Force-Nevada game

A “Salute to Service” night coinciding with the Nevada-Air Force basketball game on Jan. 14 will honor all military, first responders and law enforcement agencies at Lawlor Events Center.

Europe’s largest offensive

Thousands on both sides died at the Battle of the Bulge

The last major German offensive in Europe erupted in the Ardennes Forest 80 years ago when Hitler’s army attacked the U.S. Army in what proved to be one of the bloodiest months during World War II. Over time, the Battle of the Bulge led to the downfall of the Third Reich despite the gamble to go on the offensive in December 1944 with millions of soldiers and hundreds of tanks. The German plan called for splitting the British and American allies by driving through the Ardennes Forest and crossing the Meuse River into Belgium.

Ringing in 2025: Bull riding, fireworks, and music

The third annual Roughy Top Gun Invitational Xtreme Bulls event also gains PRCA status.

Fallon, Hawthorne projects included in Defense budget

The NDAA authorizes $48.3 million as part of the Fallon Range Training Complex modernization to pay ranchers for their land permits. The bill also provides an additional $45 million to accelerate the modernization, which was approved in the 2023 NDAA.

American Legion, VFW offer holiday meals

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Legislation approved to fund new Reno VA medical center

Northwest corner of University of Nevada has been selected for construction.

Wreaths Across America: Honor, remember and teach

Thousands attend this year’s event in Fernley, presented by the Nevada Veterans Coalition.

Recent earthquake jolts Churchill County

Series of tremors near Yerington rattles northwest Nevada.

New command master chief considers Fallon home

“I volunteered to come here. I enjoy Fallon," CMC Monica Kuhl says.

Volunteers ready for Wreaths Across America

Ceremony honors almost 10,000 veterans at state cemetery.

American Legion volunteers deliver holiday meals to area seniors

At the end of November, civilian and military volunteers delivered 135 meals — but the prep time begins days before the holidays.

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