With a little over a week remaining before this year’s Wreath Across America remembrance, the Nevada Veterans Coalition is still seeking donations for the Dec. 14 event at the Winnemucca Cemetery. “We should be OK, but we never know,” said Richard Crombie, spokesman for the NVC which sponsors the annual remembrance. The annual event begins at 3 p.m. at the cemetery at 1811 W. Winnemucca Boulevard.
WINNEMUCCA — On Saturday, Nov. 30, the Winnemucca community came together to honor the memory of Will DeLong and support a cause close to his heart. A fundraiser was held during the varsity girls basketball game at Lowry High School, with all proceeds benefiting The Family Support Center’s work with victims of violence and individuals in crisis.
WINNEMUCCA —The Winnemucca District will have Christmas tree cutting permits available for purchase starting Nov. 25 through Dec. 24. Permits are available by appointment at the District Office, 5100 E. Winnemucca Blvd., Monday through Friday, by email at wfoweb@blm.gov or via phone at 775-623-1500. Permits are also available online at Forest Products. The permits are no longer available in Lovelock, Nevada.
The Pleasant Senior Center in Winnemucca is seeking sponsors for its annual Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Sponsorship for these meals helps provide local seniors with a homecooked holiday meal, ensuring they can enjoy the festive season without the burden of contributing to the meal. While contributions are appreciated, no senior is ever turned away if they are unable to make a contribution.
WINNEMUCCA — With colder weather approaching, people may start thinking about gathering firewood. Firewood permits are required to gather firewood from public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management in the Winnemucca District. Woodcutting areas can be found in Humboldt and Pershing counties, as well as portions of Lander, Churchill and Washoe counties.
Event Details • Thursday, November 28, 2024 at Whitworth Recreation Complex, Winnemucca, NV • Registration and Rally at 7:30 a.m.; Races begin at 8:00 a.m. • Distances: 3K, 5K, 8K • Entry Fees: $35 for adults, $25 for children ages 6-12 All proceeds benefit Alzheimer’s respite care and education programs in Winnemucca.
This year the 2024 Tri-County Junior Livestock Show and Sale (TCJLS) was held over 3 days. The Goat Showmanship and Breeding Class started the show on Friday, August 30th. The Swine, Lamb and Beef Showmanship along with all the market classes was held Saturday, August 31st and concluded with the Market Animal Sale on Sunday, September 1st. The following were the Grand Champion Market Animals, their Exhibitor and 2024 Buyer.
It may be the beginning of November and a little chilly outside but the Lowry High School girls soccer team rode one hell of a rollercoaster last week. The Buckaroos hosted their first home regional playoff match in more than 15 years, coming off of one their best seasons in program history. The high continued for the first 60 minutes of play against North Valleys in the opening round of the Northern 3A Regional Championships on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
The Frontier Community Coalition, Lowry High School Junior Class, and Christmas Cops have announced the return of the 12th annual Project Santa program, aiming to bring holiday cheer to families in need throughout Humboldt County. Over the years, the program has grown significantly, supporting more than 400 children and their families through gift distribution and resource outreach.
A win is a win is a win and Mario Bautista isn’t going to apologize for anything and is not listening to any of the critics from fellow fighters, to media and fans. In his last bout at UFC 307 on Oct. 5, in Salt Lake City, Bautista took on Hall of Famer Jose Aldo from Brazil and won by a split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28).
Construction of Nevada’s next big mine is well underway near the town of Orovada in Humboldt County. Lithium Americas is completing initial dirt work for a massive production facility at its Thacker Pass lithium mine at the southern end of the McDermitt Caldera, which lies about 60 miles northwest of Winnemucca. Construction of the processing facilities is expected to begin in earnest once Lithium Americas closes on a $2.26 billion loan from the Department of Energy’s Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program.
Great Basin College (GBC) will host the Winnemucca Center Celebration of Latino Poetry: Places We Call Home on Oct. 25, from 3-6 p.m. The event, which coincides with Nevada Day, offers the community a chance to engage with Latino literature and participate in creative writing activities. It will take place at GBC’s Winnemucca Center, Room WHST 111, with an option to attend virtually.
Great Basin Arts & Entertainment will host Nevada Poet Laureate Shaun Griffin at the Martin Hotel in Winnemucca for an intimate evening of poetry and conversation on Oct. 24 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Griffin, a celebrated author and advocate, will share selections from his new work and reflect on his extensive career engaging with Nevada communities.
A fatal shooting in Winnemucca is under investigation after two men exchanged gunfire during an altercation, leaving one dead.
The Winnemucca Witchy Market is holding its inaugural Witches' Ball on Oct. 26 at the Lazy P Farm in celebration of “all things magical, mystical, and mysterious!” All are welcome to this gathering of artisans, healers, and practitioners in recognition of Samhain, or the Witches’ New Year, no matter the person’s background. Organizers Angie Van Drielen and Sierra Rose Cripps said the Witchy Market is slated to open at 10 a.m. at the Lazy P Farm, with a full day of enchanting attractions, such as Witchy Workshops, Spell Swap Meet, and activities for all the Little Monsters! Starting at 3 p.m., there will be trick or treating, scavenger hunts, pumpkin painting, rides, storytelling, and s’mores! The children won’t be the only monsters on the farm, though — Lazy P’s Farm of Terror haunted house will be open from 6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. for those with the guts to wander through the frightful experience.
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