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MSHA preliminary data show record low fatality, injury rates in mining in 2012

ARLINGTON, Va. - The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration released preliminary data for 2012 that indicate the lowest fatality and injury rates in the history of U.S. mining.

BLM plan to raze historic mine site criticized

RENO (AP) - Nevada's state historian is criticizing the federal government's plans to demolish the last of what remains of a historic mining mill built near Virginia City nearly a century ago.

Steve Kellers wins Wayne E. Kirch Conservation Award

RENO - Steve Kellers, of Reno, has won the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioner's 2012 Wayne E. Kirch Conservation Award.

Ready to get your garden started? Here are some helpful tips

LOVELOCK - I have talked to many people this last week who have already started their vegetable garden. Planting a vegetable garden is an American pastime that is rapidly regaining popularity. Some people grow their own for economic savings and others for environmental reasons.

The deadline to nominate a farm or ranch for Centennial Award is June 1

RENO - Families who have owned and operated their farm or ranch for 100 years or more are encouraged to submit an application to receive a Nevada Centennial Farm and Ranch Award.

Nevada gas prices sliding down, according to AAA

LAS VEGAS - Nevada drivers are experiencing relief at the pump, as gas prices continue their journey downward for the fourth consecutive week, according to the latest AAA Nevada monthly gas survey.

Country Quilters show features variety of textile creations

LOVELOCK - The Country Quilters' Quilt Show on April 13 was well attended.

PCHS students display their artwork

You can now vote for People's Choice

LOVELOCK - The Pershing County High School Art Show is on display at the Pershing County Library.

Get your green thumb at gardening classes

LOVELOCK - Did you know that the average carrot travels over 1,800 miles before landing on your dinner plate, or that about 93 percent of your food dollar pays processors, packagers, distributors, wholesalers and truck drivers?

Jensen named student of the week at middle school

LOVELOCK - Sydney Jensen was Student of the Week at Pershing County Middle School for the week of April 8 - 11.

Prepare your lawn, landscape for the warm months ahead

LOVELOCK - Spring has arrived and I see many people working in their lawns. So, what should you be doing to your lawn and landscape to prepare for the upcoming growing season?

$1 million grant will fund additional services in drug court

LOVELOCK - Humboldt County commissioners completed the paperwork necessary to accept a nearly $1 million federal grant on behalf of the three counties, Lander, Humboldt, and Pershing, which receive drug court services through the Sixth Judicial District.

Lovelock residents turn out to support Frontier Community Coalition

Lovelock residents turn out to support Frontier Community Coalition

WINNEMUCCA - Northern Nevada's cultural diversity was celebrated Saturday night with food and entertainment at a fundraiser for the Frontier Community Coalition.

Pershing County's jobless rate holds steady in March

The statewide rate ticks up to 9.7 percent

CARSON CITY (AP) - A March uptick in Nevada's unemployment rate to 9.7 percent marked the first time in 20 months the state has logged a month-to-month increase, state officials reported Friday.

Mapson represents PCHS at All-State Choir

LOVELOCK - Pershing County High School senior Victoria Mapson represented PCHS at the Nevada Music Educators Association's (NMEA) All-State Choir concert held April 19 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Mapson was one of 245 of Nevada's top high school singers at the event.