WINNEMUCCA - The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) is holding a public hearing Thursday on its draft permit for the proposed Jungo Landfill.
WINNEMUCCA - Experts estimate that a woman is abused behind closed doors, in her home, every 9 seconds. Physical violence is the most visible, but is only part of the story. Verbal and sexual abuses are often the most permanently damaging, and verbal abuse is the most prevalent form of domestic violence. Formerly battered women often reflect this when they say, "I could no longer think for myself." Women in violent relationships feel trapped by their batterer's violence and verbal threats. Leaving the situation could result in serious injury and/or death for themselves and their family members, poverty and the possibility of losing custody of their children.
A community blood drive was held Nov. 15 - 16 at the Winnemucca Convention Center. The Humboldt County Cattlewomen served hamburger sliders to all donors as part of their "Beef up the Blood Supply" campaign. The community blood drive is sponsored by the Humboldt Hospital Auxiliary and United Blood Services of Reno.
WINNEMUCCA -The Humboldt Sun has a special tree in the office, full of names of needy senior citizens in our area - and it's ready for adoptions. Winnemucca Publishing General Manager Holly Rudy-James spearheaded the Giving Tree for Seniors project six years ago.
WINNEMUCCA - Local charity organizers are depending on the generosity of area residents to fill hundreds of food baskets this coming Christmas.The Winnemucca Ministerial Association officially launched its 2011 Christmas Food Basket food drive Monday, Nov. 28. The drive will continue through Friday, Dec. 16, at area schools, banks and businesses using the theme, "Harvest for the Hungry."
WINNEMUCCA - Judge Michael Montero presided over a very brief law and motion calendar on Monday.
WINNEMUCCA - The Humboldt Hospital Auxiliary will host a "Black Friday & Saturday Sale" this weekend - just in time for Christmas.
WINNEMUCCA - Digital TV channels are now available in many rural areas of Humboldt County, and more will be coming in the near future. They can be received by most televisions made after 2006 and nearly all televisions purchased since 2009. Older TVs must be used with a digital set-top box.
WINNEMUCCA - Winn Weatherly, Jr. appeared in Union Township Justice Court before Judge Edward R. Johnson on Tuesday and was sentenced on two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia.
WINNEMUCCA - The month of December has finally arrived and the company Christmas party is just around the corner. With that in mind, the Winnemucca Police Department wanted to remind local citizens to celebrate the holiday safely. With all the fun and festivities, many hosts still forget that following a few simple guidelines will make their celebration safer and more enjoyable for them and their guests
WINNEMUCCA - A McDermitt man was found safe last week after a search and rescue team was dispatched on a report of him missing.
WINNEMUCCA - Later this month, two lucky shoppers will each win a bag full of surprises.The Poke & Peek Thrift Shop has announced a drawing for a large "Santa Bag" and a smaller "Elf Bag." That drawing will take place at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14. Winners do not need to be present to win, but should pick up their prizes before Christmas.
WINNEMUCCA - Good Search allows users to raise money for the charity of their choice by performing searches online and Good Shop offers the opportunity to donate a portion of online purchases. Now Winnemucca residents heading to Reno for their holiday shopping can support Winnemucca Domestic Violence Services just by taking a break for lunch or dinner.
WINNEMUCCA - The Winnemucca Police Department responded to an injury accident at the intersection of Hanson and Fourth streets on Nov. 30 at approximately 6:25 p.m.
French Ford Middle School hosted its fifth Veterans Day celebration on Nov. 10. The guest speaker was retired USMC Col. Sam Routson, a local attorney. He spoke to the kids about service to country.