LAS VEGAS - The Nevada District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration announced today it is actively seeking nominations for its statewide 2014 Small Business Awards. The SBA will recognize honorees in the following categories at a premier event on May 22, 2014 at the Gold Coast Hotel/Casino, sponsored by Vegas PBS.
BATTLE MOUNTAIN - Barrick Cortez's Health and Safety Department helped to make Thanksgiving a day to be thankful for by donating four red wagons and holiday dinners to Battle Mountain families. They gave the wagons to the families on Nov. 26.
WINNEMUCCA - The Bureau of Land Management, Winnemucca District, has begun the planning process for emergency stabilization and rehabilitation work for six fires that burned more than 22,000 acres across the district in 2013 and will continue rehabilitation from the 2012 fire season that burned more than 250,000 acres.
ELKO -The Bureau of Land Management, Elko District, reminds the public that it is illegal to remove archaeological artifacts from public lands.
RENO - During this holiday season, NV Energy offers the following holiday lighting conservation and safety tips. The recommendations listed below explain how you can enjoy festive lighting that's safe and cost-effective.
CARSON CITY - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Sierra Front-Northwestern Great Basin Resource Advisory Council (RAC), sage grouse subcommittee will meet via conference call on Dec. 13, 2013, at the BLM Nevada State Office, 1340 Financial Blvd. in Reno.
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is opening the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) for new enrollments for federal fiscal year 2014. Starting now through January 17, 2014, producers interested in participating in the program can submit applications to NRCS.
BATTLE MOUNTAIN - A Christmas concert will be held in Battle Mountain on Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to get people in the holiday spirit. The theme is Christmas Carols from Around the World.
BATTLE MOUNTAIN - The Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) Veterans Outreach "ROVER" program will visit Battle Mountain Dec. 18 so veterans and family members will be able to meet with a Veterans Service Officer to learn about benefits and services they may be eligible for but unaware of.
INCLINE VILLAGE - Northern Nevada is prone to winter storms, and the northern Nevada Chapter of the American Red Cross urges residents to take steps now to stay safer when severe weather threatens.
ELKO - Now that winter is here and the snow is falling, it is time to bundle up, get outside and enjoy the many trails, slopes and activities available on public lands.
RENO - Medicare's "Extra Help" program helps people with limited income to pay for their prescription medications
HEATHER HILL • The Battle Mountain BugleRick and Judy Dahl are bringing some holiday cheer to their Good Street neighborhood with this giant snowman greeting passers-by.
BATTLE MOUNTAIN - When temperatures dip into the teens and then below zero like they did last week, keeping pets indoors is ideal, but for those left outside, thawed water and adequate shelter are musts, said Lander County Animal Control Officer Terri Glazier.
