On Saturday Nov. 12, 2022, at approximately 5:50 A.M. Pacific Time, Troopers with the Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division, responded to a report of a vehicle crash on highway US-95, near mile marker 18 in Esmerelda County. This location is approximately 1 mile south of Goldfield.
The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) and Made in Nevada are seeking nominations for the second annual Nevada Agriculture, Food and Beverage Small Business of the Year Award. This annual award recognizes the extraordinary work done by agriculture, food and beverage industries in Nevada. Nominations are due by Dec. 23, 2022.
Christmas is quickly approaching and the 11th annual Festival of Trees is kicking off the holiday festivities on Nov. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. and Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the East Hall of the Winnemucca Convention Center. From meetings and greetings with Mr. and Mrs.Claus, to an array of meticulously decorated Christmas trees and other holiday decorations, the Festival is going to feature something for everyone to enjoy—even the family pets!
Modeling and mapping fire-vulnerable forest vegetation across millions of acres in California, scientists at the University of Nevada, Reno are using a variety of new technologies with massive amounts of data and computational power. This research will help optimize fuel management to reduce fire risk, support carbon sequestration and improve water quality.
The Western Governors’ Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Western Governors’ Association, is excited to announce that the application window for the 2023 Western Governors’ Leadership Institute is now open.
Nevada Law Enforcement Academy graduates, Kiefer Maestrejuan of the Winnemucca Police Department (left) and Erik Ramirez of the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (right), received their officer certifications on Nov. 10 in Carson City, NV.
With the holidays just around the corner, Santa has a new, unique gift option for Nevada Wolf Pack fans that is homegrown, literally. The University of Nevada, Reno is offering a new line of Nevada Wolf Pack wool products made from Rafter 7 sheep raised by the University’s College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources. Hats, scarves, blankets, sweaters, hoodies, beanies and more will be available at the Nevada Wolf Shop on campus beginning this Thursday, Nov. 17, with prices ranging from $24 to $300.
When you walk outside, and step off the concrete or asphalt path, have you ever taken the time to think about what you are stepping on? Or what is hiding below the concrete or asphalt? As a human, it is easy to forget to think about other parts of nature, but without what looms below our feet, life would not be as we know it!
On Friday November 4, 2022, at approximately 8:30 P.M. Pacific Time, Troopers with the Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division, responded to a report of a vehicle crash on Interstate 80 near state mile marker 165 (county mile marker 1 in Humboldt County). This location is approximately 13 miles west of Winnemucca.
Extensive research shows that native conifer trees, such as juniper and pinyon pine, have been increasing their footprint on the landscape at an unprecedented rate for the past 150 years, especially in places such as the Great Basin, where 1.1 million acres have transitioned from shrubland or rangeland to woodlands since 2000.
(Family Features) The holiday season presents opportunities for celebrating with loved ones, and for many families, that includes their dogs and cats. However, holiday foods and decorations can pose health risks for pets and the hustle and bustle may be overwhelming.
(Family Features) Another cough and cold season calls for healthy preparation, and while there may not be a foolproof plan for escaping pesky germs, taking preventive steps and practicing self-care can help protect your health.
The Winnemucca District will have Christmas tree cutting permits available for purchase from Nov. 15 until Dec. 24. Permits are available by appointment at the District Office, 5100 E. Winnemucca Blvd., Monday through Friday, by email at wfoweb@blm.gov or via phone at 775-623-1500.
State Sen. Heidi Seevers Gansert (R-Reno) will serve as the Senate minority leader during the upcoming 2023 legislative session, sources confirmed with The Nevada Independent last week.
After four days of counting ballots, news organizations projected that Catherine Cortez Masto had narrowly won her second term as U.S. Senator for Nevada, defeating Republican Adam Laxalt and securing control of the Senate for Democrats. Cortez Masto entered the 2022 midterms as one of the most endangered incumbent senators, as national Republicans looked to seize on poor economic conditions and an unpopular Democratic president.