With delicious food vendors, live music and rodeo shenanigans, the Eureka County Fair and Rodeo bustled over the weekend of Aug. 7-10. Hundreds of county fairgoers participated in a weekend-long […]
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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 […]
Transforming health care in small towns: Rise of functional medicine
By Donna Hirschi | Community Health Correspondent An overwhelming number of Americans — nearly 60% — live with at least one chronic disease. Even more concerning, almost 90% of health […]
Obesity and health problems in a rural Nevada mining town
By Ha Vu, M.D. In many rural mining towns across Nevada, obesity is a growing health concern, especially in communities where most people rely on Medicaid for their health care. […]
Diabetic prevention, diagnosis and management
By Yun Namkung, M.D. Diabetes mellitus, a chronic disorder marked by high blood sugar levels, affects millions of people globally. Its rising prevalence necessitates a focus on effective prevention, timely […]
Parental tips for safe infant sleep and car safety
By Michelle Perkins, APRN-CNP The following are some parental tips in regards to infant health outcomes to reduce mortality rates and increase safety per recommendations from the Centers for Disease […]
Tips to prevent overuse injuries at work
Connor Finklea, DMSc, PA-C Overuse injuries plague many in our community, whether sustained at work or at home. Here are a few tips on how you can help keep yourself […]
Red Barn General Store helps meet Crescent Valley’s needs
When Nick West and Russ Bishop of the Red Barn General Store moved to Crescent Valley in 2017, they noticed a food desert and “that people had to travel up […]
Holding history: The Eureka Sentinel brings back print edition
In January 2024, Nevada Central Media purchased The Eureka Sentinel from Battle Born Media. Had that not happened, the newspaper would have ceased operations. We chose not to continue the […]
Eureka’s 4th of July Celebration itinerary
On July 4, the community is invited to head down to Main Street for patriotic festivities slated for the entire day, hosted by the Eureka Volunteer Fire Department. Parade registration […]








