At the Sept. 2 Eureka County Commission meeting, officials asked residents for patience as they worked through a backlog of services caused by a recent statewide system security breach. Beyond […]
County commission tackles wide-ranging agenda, from public safety to major mining projects
The Eureka County Commission’s meeting on August 19 served as a comprehensive review of local governance, with discussions spanning public safety, county policy changes and the future of several large-scale […]
Governor tours new temple in Elko
On Wednesday, Aug. 27, at 9:30 a.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints opened the gates to the new Elko temple and hosted the governor, the mayor of […]
Crescent Valley residents get update on geothermal project and county services
The Crescent Valley Town Advisory Board’s August 20 meeting addressed a range of community issues, from public works projects and library visitor numbers to a major update on the new […]
Community concerns take center stage at Crescent Valley town meeting
Vickie Etchinek came forward during public comment at the Aug. 6 Crescent Valley Town Advisory Board Meeting to voice her concerns about the impact Ormat is having as they commence […]
Eureka schools excited for the new year
With students returning to school on Aug. 18, the Aug. 12 Eureka County School Board meeting was full of anticipation for the new school year. Elementary Schools principal Lisa Hutchison […]
Ormat mandates strict speed limit and new route for Crescent Valley workers
This reporter joined Commissioner Mike Schoenwald and Vickie Etchinek, for a visit at the Ormat Crescent Valley Geothermal Plant work site, where Ensign Drilling is installing two production wells. They […]
Grant freezes, traffic spikes and community projects discussed at commission meeting
At the Aug. 5 Eureka County Commission meeting, citizens and officials addressed a wide range of issues, from public safety concerns to grant funding delays and long-term infrastructure planning. One […]
Rising like a phoenix: From India to Eureka, Shawn Bansal creates community
Bhushan “Shawn” Bansal, a 42-year-old native of India, has become a cornerstone of Eureka County, Nevada. From the EZ-Stop to the Urban Cowboy restaurant in Eureka and now the Phoenix […]
Annual barbecue funds a lifeline for the community
Over 80 people gathered for the 43rd Annual Crescent Valley Emergency Fund Barbecue, a tradition that helps support community members facing unexpected crises. The event, held at the Crescent Valley […]








