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BLM finds no impact on pipeline project

ELKO - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Elko District Office, Tuscarora Field Office signed a Decision Record (DR) and Findings of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for a pipeline right of way in Eureka County, Nevada.

Volunteers recognized -

MICHAEL MICHAELSEN • Special to the SunPleasant Senior Center board members and employees recently recognized volunteers from the Winnemucca Inn for their support of the center. The Winnemucca Inn employees were presented with a plaque in appreciation of their support. Above photo (left to right, back to front) is Tom Brissenden, Robert Osti, Phil Jacka, Terry Boyle, Anton Castillo, Lisa Myers, Cliff Olson, Juanita Quintero, Charlie Beringer, Bernadette Newton, Janet Osti, Brittani Williams and Michelle Spence.

Snapshots

25 Years of Service

JESSICA POWELL • The Humboldt SunCity employee Mike Godinez was presented with a 25-year service award at last week's city council meeting. Mayor Pro-Tem Doug Cain presented the award and City Manager/Engineer Steve West commented, "You very seldom get an employee who is such a self-motivated, hard working employee as Mike has been."

Local activists pushing for minimum age limit at Burning Man

Sheriff agrees but uncertain about enforcement issues at event

A local initiative to outlaw minors at Burning Man is underway in Pershing County. Sexual predators, illegal drugs and alcohol abuse are among the potential hazards to youth at the annual counter-culture event, according to local anti-drug and child welfare activists.

Candidates face Grass Valley citizens

Judge, sheriff races generate high interest

Local candidates faced a packed house and some challenging questions at Monday night's political forum hosted by the Grass Valley Advisory Board. More than 60 residents grilled candidates on difficult issues ranging from search and seizure policies to education funding to jury nullification.

Arbor Day Foundation offers tree-care booklet with donation

NEBRASKA CITY, Neb. - The Arbor Day Foundation is offering a handy tree-care booklet designed to help people plant and care for trees.

First impressions -

Students practice future life skill

Senior exit interviews at Lowry High School in late April gave graduating seniors an opportunity to practice interviewing with folks from the community who regularly interview people for jobs. Seniors presented and went over portfolios in which they've gathered information, certificates and photos detailing their experiences and accomplishments. Photos by Joyce Sheen, the Humboldt Sun

Rattlesnakes are coming out! Keep an eye on your pets

Rattlesnake activity could increase this year as they flock to limited water resources following small rodents that are congregating in those areas due to the drought, said Chris Healy, public information officer for the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW). The number of rattlesnakes is not growing, he added.

District is exploring new options for school lunch

Students in the district may be dining on new cuisine in the near future if the right proposal is presented to the board this month.

Arrive Alive -

Program educates teens on dangers of distracted, drunk driving

The Frontier Community Coalition is offering a distracted and drunken driving education program for students. The Arrive Alive Tour from UNITE will visit McDermitt Combined School and Lowry High School this month.

LHS to host Fifth annual 'Senior Skits'

Lowry High School's drama students will get to shine in their own spotlight next week as part of a fun tradition at the school.

Sale of tax-delinquent property largest ever

The recent Humboldt County auction of tax-delinquent property brought in a total of $102,450. The county took title to 43 different pieces of property on which owners owed taxes - making this the largest tax-delinquent property sale in Humboldt County.

Franklin Building Supply, Hospice team up for 'Make it Count' program

The Humboldt Volunteer Hospice and Franklin Building Supply have found a perfect match.

Community service with robots

MCDERMITT - The seventh grade students at McDermitt have been building robots from the VEX Robotics Design System sponsored by University of Nevada-Reno's Extension Office/Elko Branch/Marilyn Smith.

County commissioners meet Monday, May 5

The Humboldt County Commission meets Monday, May 5 at 10 a.m. Items on the agenda include: