The Eureka County Commission faced a reality check during its March 17 session, as Sheriff Miles Umina warned that the county’s lack of a local jail is turning Eureka into […]
Sheriff, DA cite evidence processing in temporary dismissal of Owl Club case
A local drug case was dismissed “without prejudice,” giving prosecutors more time to gather evidence before going to court. The Sentinel had initially reported on March 1 about the Feb. […]
Crescent Valley Volunteer Fire Department Sonni’s Pancake Breakfast benefit
The Crescent Valley Fire Department opened their doors to the community on Sunday, March 22, serving a donation-based pancake and sausage breakfast that saw a healthy attendance by the local […]
Nevada Gold Mines unveils $500 million rail line concept for Crescent Valley
In a standing-room-only meeting of the Crescent Valley Town Advisory Board, representatives from Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) presented a proposal on Wednesday, March 18, to replace a fleet of over-the-road […]
School board celebrates student success while navigating state mandates
The Eureka County School Board convened on Tuesday, March 10 for a session that celebrated student achievements and discussed the increasing “reporting burden” imposed by state-level mandates. A full quorum […]
Crescent Valley board tackles exotic rescue and rural crime
The Crescent Valley Town Advisory Board gathered for a meeting that spanned the spectrum from African servals to Indiana fugitives. The session highlighted the arrival of a major exotic animal […]
Greenlink North and $5,000 gold highlight Eureka Commission meeting
The Eureka County Commission March 3 session, led by Chairman Rich McKay alongside Commissioners Martin Plaskett and Mike Schoenwald, featured a heavy focus on land use, public safety and rising […]
Crescent Valley board outlines 2026 events, EMS protocols and park renovations
The Crescent Valley Town Advisory Board met Wednesday, Feb. 18, to discuss public service updates, upcoming community events, and significant infrastructure plans for the local park. Chair Diana Kersey, Vice […]
Personnel needs and public safety upgrades highlight commission meeting
The Eureka County Commission met on Feb. 17 to review departmental operations, personnel needs and the upcoming fiscal year budget. The proceedings focused on modernizing public safety protocols, addressing staffing […]
Search for new elementary principal continues
At the Feb. 12 Eureka County School Board meeting, Reagan Mello, student advisory rep, spoke to the Eureka County School District board about the high school Winterfest Dance and reported […]





