A hometown favorite is set to take the stage once again as The Coffis Brothers return to Winnemucca on Thursday, May 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. The performance is part of the inaugural Winnemucca Murals and Music Festival, a weekend celebration of creativity and community. Tickets are $20, with 51 still available as of publication.
Downtown Winnemucca is getting ready for its first big Main Street Murals & Music Festival — a four-day festival featuring local, national, and international artists along with a large community event day on the 31st — taking place Thursday, May 29th to Sunday, June 1st. Over the course of these four days, murals will be brought to life on over twenty-five walls in and around Winnemucca’s downtown corridor area as part of the overall
Winnemucca Main Street is inviting the public to a Community Workshop on Sunday, April 27 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Humboldt County Library.
WINNEMUCCA — Humboldt General Hospital (HGH) is committed to providing quality healthcare that is both accessible and affordable for our community. On April 1, HGH implemented a sliding fee scale for office visits within its Rural Health Clinics. This new program is designed to assist patients who may face financial barriers to care, ensuring they receive the medical attention they need. The Sliding Fee Scale applies to visits at the following clinics:
Winnemucca businesses are getting a boost, and shoppers have a chance to cash in big with the launch of the "Heart of the Mucc" initiative. Designed to support downtown businesses affected by the ongoing beautification project, this 12-week campaign is all about rallying the community, rewarding shoppers, and celebrating the heart of the town. Starting immediately and running through June 20, "Heart of the Mucc" promises a flurry of promotions, raffles, and giveaways to encourage locals to shop, explore, and engage with the downtown scene. Shoppers can grab a free raffle ticket just by stopping into participating businesses—no purchase required. But for those who love to shop local, each purchase earns bonus tickets and a greater chance at snagging one of the impressive weekly raffle baskets, valued between $250 and $500.
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.
Last weekend, Will DeLong was named the 2025 “Ranch Hand of the Year” before the kickoff of the 36th annual Ranch Hand Rodeo. The event was held Saturday and Sunday, March 1-2, at the Winnemucca Event Center. The “Ranch Hand of the Year” award is sponsored by the Agricultural District No. 3 as a way to recognize men and women who make their living in the ranching industry. Agricultural District No. 3 Chairman Kent Maher said Will DeLong’s life was the epitome of what the ranch hand award represents.
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WINNEMUCCA — Humboldt General Hospital (HGH) proudly announces Norman Maga as the first graduate of its newly established Pulmonary Rehabilitation program. Norman, a long-term pulmonary patient and participant in HGH’s Cardiac Rehab program, seized the opportunity to join Pulmonary Rehab when it launched, eager to improve his breathing and mobility.
On Oct. 6, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting at the residence of Will DeLong on Jackson Creek Ranch Road in Humboldt County, Nevada. During the investigation that followed, it was determined the property owner, Will DeLong, had been shot in the abdomen by the suspect, identified as Ravyn Fairchild, who had stolen a handgun from a vehicle on the DeLong property and then fired on Will when he was discovered burglarizing the vehicles.
The Winnemucca Murals and Music Festival is looking for local building and business owners to participate in the inaugural festival, May 29 - June 1, 2025. Ideal candidates will have walls in the downtown corridor and provide permission for murals to be painted by local, national, and international artists. Murals will have themes relating to the history, culture, and heritage of Winnemucca and the region.
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.
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