WINNEMUCCA - People are expected to flock to Kingston from all over for the first Kingston Outdoor Market to be held Sept. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lee Baker Park.
WINNEMUCCA - While most Nevada students will be grabbing their backpacks and heading to the bus or carpool, Nevada Virtual Academy (NVVA) students will be taking a few steps from the breakfast table to their computers to log in for their first day of school next week.
WINNEMUCCA - The Humboldt County School District Board of Trustees will be holding its next meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 28 beginning at 4:30 p.m. in the meeting room at the district office. Items on the agenda include approval of French Ford Middle School janitorial bid; schedule date and time for a workshop to establish board goals; approval of the Student Activity Fund Policy; SIOP training for Winnemucca Grammar School and review of the District Improvement Plan. Public comment will follow.
WINNEMUCCA - While it's understood that taking sun safety precautions is important outside, few people realize they can sustain sun damage indoors, too. While both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation from the sun can harm the skin and lead to skin cancers, UVB is effectively blocked by glass. However, at least 50 percent of UVA rays can pass through windows.
WINNEMUCCA - The Winnemucca Grammar School is asking for the community's vote to purchase a new sound system for its stage.
Carson City - The Nevada Senior Rx and Disability Rx program, which helps members with the cost of their prescription drugs, is accepting applications from low-income Seniors and individuals with disabilities.
WINNEMUCCA - This year's Tri-County Fair will offer a veritable extravaganza of activities for kids of all ages. From potato projects to mini-construction creations, there's no limit to the free fun that can be had as part of this year's festivities.
WINNEMUCCA - Sponsors of the Tri-County Fair & Stampede might not say much with their mouths, but their pocketbooks speak volumes about their commitment to Humboldt County and its largest, most well attended event.
WINNEMUCCA - The Humboldt General Hospital Board of Trustees will be holding their next meeting tonight at 5:30 p.m. in the Sarah Winnemucca Conference Room at the hospital.
Elko - The American Red Cross, Northern Nevada Chapter, recently recognized Newmont Mining Corporation and employees for their continued support of the local branches of the American Red Cross.
WINNEMUCCA - Humboldt General Hospital has opened a new chapter in local surgical care.
WINNEMUCCA - The 4th Annual "Walk in Memory - Walk for Hope" community suicide prevention awareness walk will be taking place on Saturday, Sept. 15. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. at the Winnemucca Community Garden, 151 W. McArthur Ave.
WINNEMUCCA - The Humboldt County 4-H Horse Show was held on July 31 and Aug. 1, 2012 at the Humboldt County Fairgrounds.
WINNEMUCCA - Katy Fox has been selected to display her art pieces at the Visual Art Blast in Reno. This juried show runs from Aug. 27 - Sept. 9 and is at the McKinley Arts and Culture Center, 925 Riverside Drive in Reno. She will be present at this show on Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
WINNEMUCCA, Nev.-Old time tractors will once again play a leading role in this year's Tri-County Fair and Stampede.