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The Nevada Board of Geographic Names voted unanimously this past week to, well, literally “white out” from Nevada maps the name of another historic figure whose actions do not comport with the current politically correct world view. According to an Associated Press account, the panel has recommended to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names to […]
If Davis name must go, use Shoshone name for peak
Eureka boys split conference pair with Carlin, Owyhee
The Vandals boys basketball team won one and lost one in the opening of league play Jan. 11-12 on the road at Carlin and Owyhee. Coach Fred Minoletti said the game with Carlin was not much of a game because the Railroaders have been down for the past few years. The final score was 65-29. […]
Wrestlers face tough tests at Spring Creek Kiwanis Invitational
Going into the Spring Creek Kiwanis Invitational Wrestling tournament Jan. 11-12, Eureka coach Jeremy Auch said, “It’ll be a tough tournament because there are a few good teams that come down from Idaho.” With all teams attending it was a 32-team affair including five from Idaho schools. None of the Vandals’ five wrestlers placed in […]
January 10, 2019
January 3, 2019
Sisolak takes Nevada’s helm as first Democratic governor in two decades
By Michelle Rindels, Riley Snyder and Megan Messerly The Nevada Independent Gov. Steve Sisolak’s inauguration on a chilly Monday morning in Carson City ushered in a new era in Nevada politics as he became the first Democratic governor in 20 years and marked the first period in decades that Democrats have held nearly all of […]
Vandal teams hit the road for league play this weekend
Eureka Lady Vandals (9-3) begins league play after suffering a disappointing 29-27 loss to Tonopah (7-4) Jan. 4. Coach Travis Gallagher said a low scoring first quarter by both teams was followed by a fair good second quarter by each team and a halftime tie at 15. “We’re a young team and still trying to […]
Pair of Vandal wrestlers place 4th at Sparks tourney
Right after New Year, the Eureka Vandal wrestling team participated in a 19-team tournament in Sparks Ja n. 4-5. And the team showed themselves well, said Coach Jeremy Auch, earning 46 points for 14th place, right behind Wooster High with 49 points. Sage Borba (113) won one and lost two. She first lost by fall […]
Is this You? Sniffiness of Winter
Ah winter! That time of the year when all things are kept warmly inside. Like the air in your home that is usually changed out when you can actually open the doors and windows and let fresh air in. I miss fresh air. I want fresh air. But alas when I can’t even chisel off […]
Green New Deal would cost a lot of ‘green’
If you liked FDR’s New Deal — which imposed federal regulations, restrictions and spending in virtually ever aspect of American endeavor — you’ll love the Democrats’ Green New Deal. Some elements of the vague and nebulous proposition were finally revealed in a draft resolution this past week. All except the price tag. The “green” part […]