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Vietnam vets memorial unveiled in Carson City

The Vietnam Veterans of America Carson City Chapter 388 unveiled a memorial at Mills Park containing the names of 25 deceased members.

Memorial to fallen Navy crew members re-dedicated

Antisubmarine helicopter crashed west of Sand Mountain in 1978

On a cool, early spring day east of Fallon, a Navy helicopter hovered over the barren desert conducting a routine combat search and rescue exercise.

Tanner assumes command of NAS Fallon

Morrison retied after 36 years in both the Air National Guard and Navy

Capt. Shane Tanner, a 24-year military veteran, became Naval Air Station Fallon’s 34th commander during a change of command ceremony Friday.

Prices remain consistent at Fallon All Breeds Bull Sale

Cattlemen from a five-state area attended the 56th Fallon All Breeds Bull Sale in February to either sell or purchase featured range-ready bulls ranging in age from 16 to 24 months.

Dream come true: Carson's Boldry joined Guard in deal with daughters

With March being Women’s History Month, Lt. Col. Laura Boldry looked back at her service in the Nevada Army National Guard.

Local GOP holds county convention

The week culminates with the annual Lincoln Day dinner

The Churchill County Republican Central Committee acted on a number of bylaws during the 2022 county convention at the Rafter 3C Center.

Commissioners approve election agreement with city

Churchill County commissioners unanimously approved an agreement with the city of Fallon at their March 3 meeting to enter into a cooperative agreement for elections services by holding joint elections cooperatively.

Naval Air Station Fallon skipper retiring after 36 years

The next chapter in Capt. Evan Morrison’s life begins Friday when he relinquishes command to Capt. Shane Tanner.

Business construction up in Fallon

City Engineer Derek Zimney gave a rundown Friday on the latest construction projects. He said Arby’s is being constructed east of U.S. Bank and near Walmart off Casey Road and U.S. Highway 50. John Anderson Construction said Arby’s is scheduled to open sometime after the Memorial Day weekend.

Candidate filing open until March 18

City races to coincide with county, state elections

Incumbent Fallon Councilwoman Kelly Frost made history Monday morning during her filing for re-election.

Fallon woman to appear in Justice Court

Torri Anne Gibbs charged with 2020 murder

A Fallon woman charged with first-degree murder will appear in the New River Township Justice Court on Thursday.

Just in Time Tux Studio opens in Fallon

Kathleen Hanley and Lee Quint know what it takes for a man – young or old – to look sharp at the prom or other formal events.

Recent storms add little moisture

Water situation in western Nevada parallels totals from 2021

The recent snowstorms in the Sierra Nevada did little to improve the water situation in western Nevada.

Nurse felt a duty to serve: Montoya tended to soldiers during World War II

“Through Our Eyes: The Women Veterans Experience,” is an exhibit featuring portraits and stories of 16 veterans. The women interviewed for the exhibit were in the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System. Since its creation, the exhibit has been displayed at the Nevada Legislature, the National Judicial College on the University of Nevada, Reno campus and other locations around the state.

Free legal clinic relaunched for veterans

With restriction being lifted to combat the coronavirus, the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System and the Nevada Attorney General’s office are relaunching the veteran free legal clinic.

Beloved track coach, GHOF founder dies

Paul Orong coached hundreds of athletes over a quarter century span

A beloved high school coach and one of the founders of the Greenwave Hall of Fame died in his sleep Monday.

Nevada Department of Veterans Services director announces retirement

Miller joined the NDVS after a 34-year Army career

The director of the Nevada Department of Veterans Services announced her retirement Monday after spending 10 years with the state agency.

She walks in beauty: Friends, community honor Valerie Serpa’s legacy in the arts

Longtime friend Gailmarie Pahmeier’s powerful words radiated the beauty of Valerie Serpa, who, along with her late husband Kirk Robertson, transformed the Oasis of Nevada into a cherished home for the arts.

Ceremony marks promotion for Fallon soldier

Peyerl: fourth man from Churchill County to become a brigadier general

An Army officer who described himself as a humble, yet disciplined soldier and likes to get dirty and train hard was promoted Friday at the Army Aviation Support Facility north of Reno to become the state’s newest brigadier general in the Nevada National Guard.

Fallon man to become Nevada Guard’s newest general

Col. Michael Peyerl will become the Nevada Army National Guard’s newest general on Friday.

Carson City vet found a home with Honor Flight Nevada

Carson City’s Richard “Dick” Whiston died Jan. 2 after a lengthy illness.

Navy and baseball: An American tradition

NAS Fallon sailor, Royals great both recognized in the name of Bob Feller

Both Chief Petty Officer Joshua Sawyer, an air traffic controller at Naval Air Station Fallon, and Major League Hall of Fame player George Brett have one thing in common. Both men have been honored by the Bob Feller Act of Valor Foundation for their dedication of serving to the military and for dedicating their time to honor and recognize veterans.

Titus addresses FRW with several concerns

Assemblywoman said interest for local, state races will be high

Assemblywoman Robin Titus, who represents most of Lyon and all of Churchill counties, recently addressed voting and redistricting at the January meeting of the Fernley Republican Women.

Oasis student places first in state essay contest

Christina Robinson explained how to be a good American

An Oasis Academy eighth grader is this year’s state winner in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Patriot’s Pen contest.

Churchill County Library presents strategic plan to commissioners

Demands to use library services have grown significantly over the years

The Churchill County Library has outgrown its present location, and as a result of increased usage over the years, Churchill County commissioners received the newest Library Strategic Plan at their last meeting.

Royals' George Brett speaks at 37th annual Bobby Dolan dinner

George Brett spoke at the Bobby Dolan Baseball Dinner to benefit the University of Nevada baseball program.

A standing ovation: Valerie Serpa remembered for making Fallon a home for the arts

The tree lighting behind Fallon’s Maine Street fountain, the youngsters talking to Santa, revelers sipping hot chocolate … hundreds of residents packing downtown to ring in the Yuletide season.

December snowpack becomes a blessing for area’s food producers

Storms that dumped multiple feet of snow in the Sierra Nevada over the holidays gave weather forecasters and water masters reason to believe 2022 would be a banner year like 2017.

Fallon splits with Fernley, Dayton

The Fallon boys basketball team saw a lead slip through its hands in the second half Wednesday at the Elmo Dericco Gym with Fernley grabbing a 54-46 Northern 3A-East win against the Greenwave.

Milhelcic touts importance of National Guard, veterans’ care

The national commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars attended Nevada’s Mid-Winter conference Jan. 6-9.

Nevada’s hospitals experiencing a staffing crisis

The Nevada Hospital Association reported last week that many of the state’s hospitals in Clark County and the rural region are experiencing a crisis in staffing.

Volunteers honored for their service

Before the American Legion Post 16 members and community volunteers prepared containers to deliver on Christmas Day as part of the Meals on Wheels program, two longtime volunteers were recognized for their years of service.

Tedford, Reid forged working relationship for Fallon

Nevada’s longtime U.S. senator died Dec. 28 at 82

“We texted back and forth even after his retirement until Thanksgiving.”

Fallon Ford-Toyota’s Pay It Forward program donates thousands of dollars to nonprofits

The holiday season is a festive time of community giving at Fallon Ford-Toyota. Every year since 2011, the Henning family along with their employees have handed out checks to many nonprofit organizations as part of their Pay It Forward program. When customers purchase a vehicle, they designate a specific nonprofit for Fallon Ford-Toyota to donate $50. “We ask them where they want us to donate the money,” said General Manager Tim Mitchell. “They have a pretty good idea where they the money will go.”

Fireworks, masquerade park, fun walk await county residents

The countdown is on for Churchill County residents to turn the last page on the calendar in a few days and ring in 2022.

Wishes turn to Christmas gifts

Community donates gifts, money to help local families in need

In less than 90 minutes, employees with Churchill County Social Services and CC Communications handed out on Dec. 22 large black plastic bags stuffed with toys, clothes and a blanket to 37 families as part of this year’s yearly Wishing Tree program.

Trustees discuss superintendent’s evaluation

Trustees expressed their satisfaction with the superintendent’s performance at the Dec. 15 meeting of the Churchill County School Board.

Services planned for former Churchill County sheriff candidate

Ray East died Dec. 19 after a short illness. A funeral is set for Sunday at 2 p.m.

Churchill County School District takes proactive stance

Nationwide TikTok challenge threatened gun violence

The superintendent of the Churchill County School District said she and the Fallon Police Department were being proactive in notifying parents and staff about social media posts on TikTok threatening gun violence.

Hundreds pay their respects at area cemeteries

Wreaths Across America honors veterans who served in both war and peacetime

FERNLEY — The frosty breath of a cold Saturday morning didn’t stop hundreds of volunteers from attending the annual Wreath Across America at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

Greenwave boys split their games

The preseason especially against teams from the Northern 3A West division is definitely providing some insight to this year’s Greenwave boys basketball team.

Lady Wave sweep 3A West teams

The Lady Wave swept a pair of nonleague games at the Elmo Dericco Gym last week against North Valleys and Hug to improve to 9-2 overall.

Churchill County’s Democrat chair dies in crash

NSP investigating incident that occurred on U.S. 50 earlier this month

Friends are mourning the death of the chairman of the Churchill County Democrats, who died in a single-car crash on Dec. 3 on U.S. Highway 50 west of Silver Springs.

A date which will live in infamy

Ceremonies mark the 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbor attack

Every December, Americans commemorate the anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and other Hawaiian military installations that killed 2,388 service members and civilians and plunged the nation into World War II.

80 years later: War in the Pacific

Doris Howard volunteered as an Army nurse after Pearl Harbor attack

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor 80 years ago plunged the United States into a war on two fronts. On the following day, Dec. 8, 1942, Congress declared war on Japan.

Fallon’s Blue Light Special

First responders collect food for the community

Every year on the first Sunday of December, Fallon’s version of the “Blue Light Special” is a win-win for both the community and first-responders who serve Churchill County.

South Tahoe tops Fallon boys in season opener

Wave finishes 3-1 in Mineral County tournament

Longtime prep basketball coach Tom Maurer was happy to roam courtside Wednesday after an absence from pacing the sidelines.

Fallon girls pulls away late to beat South Tahoe

Lady Wave wins 3 in weekend tournament

Like two boxers who retreated to their corners for most of the match, the visiting South Lake Tahoe Vikings and Fallon Greenwave girls’ teams sized each other up for three quarters in their Northern 3A crossover basketball game Wednesday.

Local cemeteries prepare for Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America is conducted around the world Dec. 18.

South Tahoe tops Fallon boys in season opener

The Vikings were ready to play in a solid win over the defending 3A champs.