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Summer Reading Program ends with a party

WINNEMUCCA - The Humboldt County Library celebrated with a wrap-up party for the Summer Reading Program on Friday, Aug. 2.

Police: Heidi Fleiss growing marijuana to sell

LAS VEGAS (AP) - Authorities say former Hollywood madam Heidi Fleiss has been charged in Nevada with possession of marijuana with the intent to sell.

Humboldt County Library throws party for readers

COURTESY PHOTOSAbove, prizes for top readers were awarded during the library's wrap-up party for the Summer Reading Program held earlier this month. From left, Dakota Grady, Martin Lopez, and Kalilah Van Straten, who is receiving an award for her sister Madailein Van Straten. Not all the winners in the reading program could attend the party. Below, left to right, Kellen Felshaw, John Felshaw, Olivia Smith, Mason Smith and, in front, Miriam Felshaw enjoy some treats at the at the Humboldt County Library. The party featured all sorts of games and activities for young readers.

Drought prompts downstream irrigators to look at potential for tapping groundwater

Nanotechnology could solve water quality issues

LOVELOCK - After a crop season stunted by drought, Pershing County irrigators need a backup water resource to supplement a Humboldt River that's fed by unpredictable snowfall hundreds of miles upstream.

Library thanks 'Dig into Reading' volunteers

The Humboldt County Library summer reading program was a great success - thanks to the efforts of many volunteers!

Camp Solace volunteers -

On behalf of the participants from Camp Solace (a weekend camp in Lake Tahoe supporting grieving children and teens who have experienced a death) and myself Monica Gonzalez, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to six amazing Winnemucca volunteers who dedicated their weekend to supporting 51 campers. Your big hearts, presence, listening ears, and extensive play merged a taboo topic into a healing process. Big thank you to Jamie Uhlig, Shellie Cooney, Lily Avalos, Yoana Chavez, Brittney Lopez and Katie Garijo. Your light shines through. Also, Thank You to Winnemucca Farms, Bella Grazia, and Estella McEwen for your in kind donations.

Nevada Outdoor School celebrates 10-year anniversary this summer

Occasion will be marked with annual fundraiser

WINNEMUCCA - The Nevada Outdoor School, since its creation 10 years ago, has evolved into an organization that focuses on community needs and adapts accordingly, staying true to its vision of growth and expansion.

Judge blocks sale of unbranded horses gathered by Fort McDermitt tribe

By Sandra Chereb

CARSON CITY - Wild horse advocates Saturday hailed a judge's ruling that temporarily stops unbranded horses gathered by a Nevada tribe from being auctioned for possible slaughter.

Popular Christian musician performs at Word of Light Fellowship Aug. 25

Writer, speaker and singer Kilpatrick has ministered around the world

WINNEMUCCA - The Winnemucca Word of Light Fellowship church welcomes Bob Kilpatrick for a Sunday, Aug. 25, performance at 10:30 a.m.

The need for speed - 1910 style!

WINNEMUCCA - This is Emil Holstron posing in his racing sulky. It was basically a seat positioned over an axle and two wheels. The traces had to be rigid to keep the thing balanced. Getting into it required agility and steady nerves. Driving it? I'm not sure most people, even then, would attempt it.

Sheriff's office providing OHV VIN inspections

WINNEMUCCA - Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) registration is required in Nevada as of July 1, 2012. To complete the registration process with DMV, persons must have a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Inspection completed by a licensed Nevada OHV dealer or a sworn law enforcement officer if the vehicle has never been registered or titled in Nevada.

Humboldt General Hospital partners with coalition for memorial golf tournament

WINNEMUCCA - Humboldt General Hospital partnered with a local nonprofit last week to help support a healthy local community.

A Running Start

WINNEMUCCA - A running start - that is what every child needs as s/he enters kindergarten and each ensuing year right up to graduation.

Upcoming Tri-County Fair has fun contests for both kids and adults

WINNEMUCCA - This year's Tri-County Fair will offer a veritable extravaganza of activities for kids of all ages. From new rock friends to mini-construction creations, there's no limit to the free fun that can be had as part of this year's festivities.

Adults can get in on the fair contests too

WINNEMUCCA - This year's fair is definitely not a spectator sport. From blue ribbon creations to pie and watermelon eating, a few newer contests and a whole slew of old standbys will ensure that everyone gets in on the Labor Day fun.