At the latest Board of Eureka County Commissioners meeting, Eureka Sheriff Jesse Watts placed his badge on the commissioners’ desk and said, “If you want it, it’s yours. March of […]
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Applications again open for voluntary water rights retirements in Diamond Valley
The application deadline is Aug. 5, 2024 CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Central Nevada Regional Water Authority (CNRWA) is opening a second round of applications to retire groundwater rights in […]
Eureka County Sheriff’s Office shares wanted posters
The Eureka County Sheriff’s Office shared wanted posters of two individuals. Derrick Allison, known to be in the Elko area, is wanted for possession of a stolen vehicle and unlawful […]
International companies announce investment in Nevada
CARSON CITY – As Nevada positions itself as a global hub for innovation, international companies are seizing upon the unique opportunities to contribute to our vibrant economy. During the 2024 […]
Sheriff’s Office Update
On June 7, the Eureka County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in Crescent Valley for an observed violation. Both the driver, Ricky Huntley, and an unnamed passenger were known […]
BLM Ely District to conduct recreation-focused outreach meetings
The Bureau of Land Management invites the public to participate in recreation-focused outreach meetings. The meetings seek to engage the public, including local leaders, business owners, residents and visitors that […]
ECSO and ENNTF execute Search Warrant of known drug house, leading to multiple arrests
Eureka County Sheriff’s Office deputies and detectives assigned to the Eastern Nevada Narcotics Task Force executed a search warrant on a known drug house, which resulted in the arrest of […]
Primary Election Results
As of Thursday afternoon, in the local Republican primary race for County Commissioner, District 3, Mike Schoenwald led Jimmie Davids 71.28% to 28.72%. In the State Senate, District 19 Republican […]
Dirt bike crash involving minor highlights dangers of underage drinking and lack of safety gear
A graduation party over the weekend took a tragic turn when a minor was severely injured in a dirt bike crash. The Eureka County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) and Emergency Medical […]
Eureka County Sheriff’s Office releases May 2024 patrol statistics
The Eureka County Sheriff’s Office reported 1,353 total incidents in May. Of those, 737 were calls for service, and 616 were deputy-initiated activities. There were 26 case reports. These included […]

