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Mumbley Peg and Another Lost Art

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Forestry division’s decline

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BLM approves Nevada North Lithium project

ELKO, Nev. – The Bureau of Land Management today approved the Nevada North Lithium Exploration Project near Montello in Elko County.

UNR signs memorandum of understanding in support of lithium battery and other electric vehicle materials sectors

RENO, Nev. — The University of Nevada, Reno hosted a signing ceremony in recognition of its memorandum of understanding with Vallée de la Transition Énergétique (VTE) on March 7 on the University campus. The memorandum will foster cooperative relationships between the Nevada Lithium Batteries and Other Electric Vehicle Materials Regional Technology and Innovation Hub (Nevada Tech Hub) and the VTE, a collaborative proposal within Quebec dedicated to the development of energy sources such as batteries, the electrification of transport, hydrogen, and the decarbonization of industry and heavy transport.

University of Nevada, Reno Extension offers Bee & Garden Conference

RENO, Nev. – University of Nevada, Reno Extension is partnering with other organizations to host the Bee & Garden Conference March 20-22 in Minden at the Carson Valley Inn, 1627 U.S. Highway 395 North. The conference will focus on native bees and other pollinators and the benefits of protecting pollinators for the beekeeper, homeowner and small-acreage producer.

NMA backs bill to make data public after state ‘deemed’ mine tax data confidential

For decades, data on gross and net revenues at individual Nevada mines — and the amount of taxes paid on those revenues — have been at the heart of state mining tax debates and legislation. And for decades, the data was publicly available. A state Department of Taxation webpage linked to years of the “Net Proceeds of Minerals Bulletin,” as the annual report is called, for public perusal.

Health Fair Set for March 22 at Winnemucca Convention Center

Get ready to prioritize your health and well-being at the upcoming Health Fair, hosted by Humboldt General Hospital and sponsored by Winnemucca Convention and Visitors Authority. This event will take place on Saturday, March 22, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the West Hall of the Winnemucca Convention Center.

Snowpack summary —

The last couple of winters have seen above normal snowpacks statewide, but this year we are seeing a range of conditions from above normal in the north to well below normal in the south. February brought above normal precipitation in most areas, boosting March 1 snowpacks above median in the Northern Great Basin, Humboldt, Owyhee, Snake and Clover Valley – Franklin basins.

Nominations open for 2025 Stars of Nevada-Governor’s Points of Light Awards recognizes extraordinary service

RENO — Each fall, Gov. Joe Lombardo and Nevada Volunteers honor the Stars of Nevada-Governor’s Points of Light Awards on extraordinary Nevadans who positively influence our state through volunteerism and service. Online nominations are now open for 2025 finalists. “These awards celebrate the individuals and organizations who model Nevada values of service, responsibility, cooperation, compassion, and the power of partnership,” Beth Bartel, Nevada Volunteers Commission Chair said. “It’s an inspirational and aspirational experience to learn about the impact that service has across Nevada.”

Twenty people charged in Nevada prison brawl in which three inmates were killed

ELY (AP) — Nevada prosecutors say 20 people have been charged in connection with a brawl at a maximum-security prison in eastern Nevada last year in which three inmates were killed and others were injured. The Nevada Attorney General’s Office said Tuesday the final arrest in the investigation was made on March 5. Prisoners Anthony Williams, 41, Connor Brown, 22, and Zacharia Luz, 42, were killed in the July 30 fight at Ely State Prison. No officers were injured.

Pleasant Center Menu for March 20-26.

Lunches are served each weekday at noon and soup and croutons is served at 11 a.m. the Pleasant Senior Center, 1480 Lay Street. Lunches are open to the public. Suggested minimum donation is $4 for seniors age 60 and older. Visitors must be 16 years or older. Their meal is $10. Hot soup at croutons served daily with meal. Low-fat milk available daily. Safety of food after it has been served & taken from the center is the responsibility of the consumer.

New Arrivals from March 19th, 2025

Births are provided by Humboldt General Hospital and NOT edited by staff.

BLM approves continued mining at Ruby Hill

BATTLE MOUNTAIN, Nev. – The Bureau of Land Management today approved expanding gold mining operations for up to an additional eight years at the open-pit Ruby Hill Mine in Eureka County.

Divorces for February 2025

Public information provided by the Humboldt County Clerk's Office