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- Commission roundup: Pool upgrades, tax reallocations and project updates
The Eureka County Commission’s Feb. 3 meeting included reports on a 2.5-pound methamphetamine bust and the structural integrity of the community’s swimming pools. Several items — including a new hiring freeze resolution and changes to the Room Tax Ordinance — were tabled for further refinement, and the board made a series of tax rate reallocations… Read more: Commission roundup: Pool upgrades, tax reallocations and project updates - Crescent Valley focuses on safety and fiscal realitiesThe Crescent Valley Town Advisory Board (CVTAB) met on Feb. 4 and discussed concerns over an exotic animal sanctuary, the high cost of student safety and a reality check on park renovations. Tiger facility The most startling revelation of the evening came during public comment when resident Gibb Tucker raised concerns about a “tiger facility”… Read more: Crescent Valley focuses on safety and fiscal realities
- Eureka County receives ‘clean opinion’ on audits; net position grows to $175 millionEureka County is in robust financial health, far outpacing many other local governments in Nevada, according to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 audit report presented to the County Commission. Teri Gage of Eide Bailey, LLP, delivered the comprehensive audit results during the commission’s Jan. 20 meeting, highlighting a significant increase in the county’s net position and… Read more: Eureka County receives ‘clean opinion’ on audits; net position grows to $175 million
- Eureka School Board reviews legal protocols, celebrates retirees and student successThe Eureka County School Board convened on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, for a regular session that balanced technical training on governance and legal responsibilities with emotional farewells to long-serving district staff. The meeting began at 5 p.m. with reports highlighting student achievement and upcoming festivities, but the bulk of the evening was dedicated to a… Read more: Eureka School Board reviews legal protocols, celebrates retirees and student success
- Crescent Valley eyes consolidated emergency services hub; Sheriff praises community vigilanceAs the population of Crescent Valley continues to expand, local officials are looking to the future of public safety infrastructure. During the Jan. 21 meeting of the Crescent Valley Town Advisory Board, discussions centered on a major proposal to construct a consolidated emergency services facility, a move that would bring law enforcement, fire, and EMS… Read more: Crescent Valley eyes consolidated emergency services hub; Sheriff praises community vigilance
- Emergency crews respond to two-semi collision on I-80 near DunphyMultiple emergency agencies responded to a collision involving two semi-trucks on Interstate 80 Wednesday morning, Jan. 28. At approximately 10:00 a.m., Eureka County Dispatch received reports of a crash at Mile Marker 256, located near the Dunphy exit. Responding units included deputies from the Eureka County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO), the Nevada State Police (NSP), and… Read more: Emergency crews respond to two-semi collision on I-80 near Dunphy
- Nebraska man arrested on narcotics charges after I-80 collisionA Nebraska man is in custody following a late-night traffic accident on Interstate 80 that led to the discovery of a significant quantity of illegal narcotics and a federal warrant. At approximately 11:20 p.m. on Jan. 31, the Eureka County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported collision near mile marker 263. Dispatch reports indicated that… Read more: Nebraska man arrested on narcotics charges after I-80 collision
Sports
Three Vandal wrestlers qualify for state
The Eureka County High School boys wrestling team will send three wrestlers to the NIAA State Championships after competing in the Northern 2A Regionals in Lovelock, Feb. 6-7. The Vandals finished sixth out of 14 teams, as Pershing County ran away with the regional team title. ECHS junior Preston Auch won the 175-pound weight class,…
Lady Vandals get first-round playoff bye
With victories at Carlin and Owyhee, the Eureka County High School girls basketball team finished the regular season 17-5 overall and 10-2 in the Eastern 1A — good enough for second place and a first-round bye in the regional playoffs. At Carlin on Friday, Feb. 6, the Lady Vandals railroaded the Railroaders, 44-9. Eureka led…
Vandals go 14-0 to earn top seed, bye in regional playoffs
The Eureka County High School boys basketball team completed its undefeated league season with wins at Carlin on Friday, Feb. 6, and at Owyhee on Saturday, Feb. 7. The Vandals crushed Carlin, 63-21. “Joseph Minoletti, Dean Benson and Legend Hicks contributed most of the scoring again. Donny Mears and Coltin Bice both scored in double…
Eureka wrestlers earn wins at Northern 2A Duals
The Eureka County High School wrestling team won two of five duals with Northern 2A teams, beating Carlin 36-6 and Owyhee 36-12 on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Getting a win versus Carlin was Tel Knudsen over Thomas Anthony via pinfall. Against the Braves, the Vandals won on forfeits. The Vandals fell 54-18 to Battle Mountain, with…
Lady Vandals roll Jackpot, Wells
The Eureka County High School girls basketball team won its last two regular season home games, starting with a 37-28 victory over the Wells Leopards on Friday, Jan. 30. The Leopards hung around in the first half and trailed by just two after one period of play. The Vandal lead was eight at halftime, but…
Community
Obituaries
A Celebration of Life: Jennifer Sue Palmore
October 4, 2025, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eureka County Opera House Wear a Jennifer-inspired, bright, fabulous outfit. Bring a memory…
Johnny Cunningham
On the 5th of July, 2025, the world lost a great man. Johnny Cunningham left this earth to join his…
Local Stories
Eureka County Connect: February 2026
Strong communities are built by people who see a need and step forward In the late 1980s, when Eureka had no youth wrestling program, Steve Auch helped start one. Kids…
William Bee Ririe celebrates Heart Health Month
William Bee Ririe released an informational graphic reminding the public to recognize February as Heart Health Month, providing detailed information about heart attacks and cardiac arrests, promoting community health knowledge…
Volunteers building future leaders in Eureka 4-H
Volunteers are an integral part of Eureka County. From the schools and churches to the VFW, senior centers and civic organizations, a dedicated team of locals ensures that essential services…
Announcements
Youth aged kindergarten through sixth grade invited to youth wrestling invitational
Eureka County Juvenile Probation and Eureka Volunteer Fire Department are hosting the Steve Auch Invitational Youth Wrestling Tournament on Presidents…
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Eureka County Juvenile Probation to host annual ski trip
The Eureka County Juvenile Probation Office (JPO) has scheduled its annual ski trips for March, offering local students in grades…
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Opinion
The original AI: Newspapers run on accurate information
By Ken Paulson Artificial intelligence is going to transform everything we watch, hear and read. You can already see it happening. Asking an AI search engine a question about an obscure…
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Nevada: A jobs magnet
By Greg Kaza For the third time in the 21st century, Nevada had topped the U.S. in jobs creation in an economic expansion. Nevada’s nonfarm payroll employment growth rate has expanded…
The never-subtle Mr. Trump
This may seem like a minor writing point, but it’s significant, and it is happening right now in the mainstream media. News organizations have taken to substituting the president’s name for…
The economics of rural Nevada small businesses in 2025
Provided by the White Pine Chamber of Commerce Rural Nevada’s small businesses have faced a dynamic and challenging economic landscape so far in 2025. While Nevada’s overall economy shows resilience, rural…
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