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Day of Remembrance: 'Beyond Courage' author highlights Reno event

Doreen Rappaport brings attention to resistance fighters and others who defied the Holocaust during WWII.

Justice of the Peace candidates speak at chamber luncheon

The New River Township Justice Court nonpartisan office is for a six-year term.

Commission candidates address housing, water

Candidates for Churchill County Commission Districts 1 and 3 offered perspectives on the issues critical to the Lahontan Valley at an April 25 gathering.

Senator’s aide known for reaching out to the rurals

After moving to the West, Kurt Englehart made the needs of Nevadans as a top priority.

Mustang 22 memorial adds another static display

Nevada helicopter was shot down in southern Afghanistan, killing entire crew.

CEDA candidates’ forum set for April 25

Breakfast meeting will feature county commission races.

Month of the Military Child: Captain thanks students for resolve

Navy Capt. Shane Tanner speaks at every county school to help promote April honor.

Senator’s aide dies in Reno crash

Kurt Englehart was a speaker Friday at Fallon’s Child Abuse and Prevention ceremony.

Home & Garden Show opens this weekend

23rd annual event offers ideas for home and business, and showcases local groups.

April is the Month of the Military Child

Churchill County schools, NAS Fallon partner to support families and students.

Justice of the Peace: Ingram touts county experience

Candidate has been director of the county’s Court Services since 2009.

Vietnam vets ceremony honors service, heroes and sacrifice

The annual Vietnam War Veterans Remembrance Day on March 23 honored the military for their service a half-century ago in Vietnam and recognized those who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Congressman headlines Lincoln Day dinner

Amodei discusses land bills, the Air Guard and local mail processing.

Ranson: Remembering my colleague Norine Arciniega

For almost seven decades, the Arciniegas — Norine and Ed — were the epitome of educators diligently teaching generations of students at Churchill County High School.

Women's History Month: Retired Fallon professor praised for service

For more than three decades, retired WNC Fallon educator Doris Dwyer touched the lives of hundreds through teaching history and her performances in Chautauqua.

Vietnam vets remembrance day Saturday in Reno

This year’s theme is Reflections, and a presentation will be conducted by the veterans of Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan and Gold Star families.

Filing period for local, statewide offices closes

Light turnouts for school board, Assembly District 38, and city council races.

Jardine files for commission’s District 3 seat

Rusty Jardine is a retired general manager for the Truckee-Carson Irrigation District.

Longtime Fallon resident files for commission

Todd Moretto touts growth, housing as main concerns.

Ranson: JaVale makes a nostalgic visit to Reno

Almost two decades ago, the 36-year-old McGee made one of the most important decisions in his life — he accepted coach Mark Fox’s invitation to come play in Reno.

Women's History Month: Judge oversees five-county ‘drug court’

Judge Deborah Schumacher speaks to Rotarians at their weekly luncheon.

State ceremony recognizes veteran award-winners

Nevada’s newest veterans of the month and military support award-winner were recognized Feb. 28 in a ceremony at the Nevada State Library and Archives.

NAS Fallon wraps up Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain exercise

The exercise trains the readiness of Navy security personnel who respond to threats.

Growth continues for Great Basin Bull Sale

Combined sales price for 165 bulls grosses more than $800,000.

Election 2024: Filing opens Monday for local, statewide offices

The primary for most offices is June 11; the general election is Nov. 5.

Guerrero-Goetsch to run for commission

Fallon resident announces her interest for District 1

Julie Guerrero-Goetsch is the latest candidate to file for the Churchill County Commission. Guerrero-Goetsch said she’s seeking the District 1 seat currently held by Dr. Justin Heath. The Fallon physician, who first won election for the commission in 2020, said he wouldn’t file for a second term.

Fallon teacher, student receive state VFW awards

Benjamin named Teacher of the Year; Oasis student Robinson tops Voice of Democracy speech contest.

Two lives of service

Local WWII veteran fought for his country, ministered overseas and at home.

Churchill County voters turn out for Trump

Former President Donald Trump easily won Nevada’s Republican caucus. Churchill County Republicans turned out by the hundreds Thursday night at the Rafter 3C Arena.

Dayton World War II veteran turns 100

Friends and family honored William Jamerson two days after he celebrated his 100th birthday Feb. 2.

School Board's Matt Hyde announces run for Commission

The District 1 seat is currently held by Dr. Justin Heath, who has indicated he doesn’t plan to seek a second term.

CCHS cadets conduct annual inspection

The inspection for the JROTC program was the first since the pandemic shut down programs after January 2020.

Prep work wraps up; Great Basin Bull Sale ready for return

Annual event focuses on several hundred buyers, sellers.

Fallon mayor says he will seek another term

Ken Tedford was first elected in 1995. Before that, he served as a councilman.

Oasis student, CCHS teacher compete at VFW state level

Christina Robinson, a sophomore at Oasis, placed first at the District 4 Voice of Democracy contest.

Cattlemen’s Update makes swing through Northern Nevada

Annual presentation provides research-based information to state’s ranchers.

Hunter Pence shares ‘baseball journey’ with Pack, fans

Former Giants outfielder speaks at annual Bobby Dolan Dinner

Hunter Pence spoke at the annual Bobby Dolan Dinner, the major fundraiser for the University of Nevada’s baseball team.

Retired Gen. Stan Jones known for his commitment to the Nevada National Guard

Jones was known for being an officer with sage advice

Brig. Gen Stan Jones will always be remembered as a mentor both during his career in the Nevada Army National Guard and afterward as a retired soldier who saw the need for veterans to remain in touch with each other.

Lahontan Valley receives between 8-13 inches of snow

Snow squall unleashes snow, gusty winds

After a dismal snowpack report recorded earlier in the month, Mother Nature weighed in with different plans of her own. A Wednesday afternoon snow squall pushed by winds reaching as high as 42 miles per hour and snow measuring 13 inches in some areas swept across Churchill County in a two-hour span. Deeper depths were reported in Silver Springs.

Trotter, Richardson file for Justice of the Peace

Presidential caucus is nearing for both major political parties.

White Christmas adds special touch to holiday deliveries

Volunteers ensure seniors receive Christmas dinners.

Cattlemen’s Update makes first stop in Fallon

Sessions aid ranchers with current research-based information

The annual Cattlemen’s Update, the first major event for the new year, begins the second week of January with virtual and in-person meetings throughout Northern Nevada. Presented by the Nevada Agricultural Experimental Station and College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources at the University of Nevada, Reno, the dates are Jan. 8-12.

Tisdale appointed judge pro tem

At its Dec. 7 meeting, the Churchill County Commission took action on Judge Ben Trotter’s request to appoint Tisdale.

School district implements transportation blackouts

CCSD actively seeking school bus drivers.

Volunteers place thousands of wreaths

Special day remembers departed veterans at local cemeteries.

Wreaths Across America: Remembering U.S. veterans

Northern Nevada cemeteries prepare for annual program

Observance honors USS Nevada

Famed battleship fought on two fronts during World War II

This Sunday morning in Hawaii began like the previous ones at Pearl Harbor, built as a strategic location for the USS Navy as ships began to crisscross the Pacific Ocean in the early 1900s between the United States mainland and territories in Guam and the Philippines

Moon named education curator at state museum

Churchill County, UNR graduate would like to expand outreach and volunteerism

Mahal Moon, Churchill County High School and University of Nevada, Reno graduate, has been appointed as the new curator of education at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City.

Meshing 2 generations on a Solar Valor trip

Bishop Manogue students receive personal lessons on World War II

It was the trip of a lifetime for both students and veterans old enough to be their grandparents. Generation Z, meet The Greatest Generation — the men and women who fought in the Pacific or on the European continent in World War II from late 1941 to 1945 — or others who saw action on the Korean peninsula from 1950-1953.

Navy League features new Top Gun commander

Felloney discusses history, mission of the Advanced Fighter Weapons School

Cmdr. Blaine Felloney has returned to his desert home in the Oasis of Nevada.

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