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Eureka County High School sophomore Lian Allred overcame a first-round loss to finish fourth amongst in the 106-pound weight class of the NIAA 2A State Wrestling Championships at Winnemucca on Saturday, Feb. 14. After being pinned by Ethan Rider in the first period of his first-round match, Allred crushed the consolation bracket with a 38-second […]
ECHS’s Allred takes fourth at State Wrestling Championships
Vandals qualify for State but eliminated by Spring Mountain
The Eureka County High School boys basketball team’s season came to an end in the NIAA 1A State Quarterfinals after a 59-52 loss to Spring Mountain at Spanish Springs on Thursday, Feb. 19. The Vandals qualified for State despite dropping its first game against a league opponent this season in the regional championship against Owyhee, […]
Lady Vandals win 1A Regional Championship, best Beatty at State
With a 38-17 victory over Beatty in Reno on Thursday, Feb. 19, the Eureka County High School girls basketball team moves onto the 1A State Semifinals. After crushing Wells, 41-22, on Friday, Feb. 13 and beating Owyhee, 45-29 on Saturday, Feb. 14, the 1A Regional Champion Lady Vandals continue their pursuit of a state championship. […]
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 that the proceeds for the fundraiser went to the Liver Cancer Foundation. The board selected the following officers: Lynn Conley – Board President Lynn Conley […]
Senior Facilities Operations Assistant
Job Opening: Senior Facilities Operations Assistant Eureka County is seeking a dependable, hands-on Senior Facilities Operations Assistant to support the maintenance, operation, and care of county buildings and facilities. This position plays a key role in keeping public spaces safe, functional, and well maintained for staff and residents. Ideal candidates have experience in facilities maintenance, […]
Eureka County Connect: February 2026
Strong communities are built by people who see a need and step forward In the late 1980s, when Eureka had no youth wrestling program, Steve Auch helped start one. Kids needed something constructive to do in the evenings, and he showed up. Working with the Juvenile Probation department, Steve helped create a program built on […]
Commission roundup: Pool upgrades, tax reallocations and project updates
The Eureka County Commission’s Feb. 3 meeting included reports on a 2.5-pound methamphetamine bust and the structural integrity of the community’s swimming pools. Several items — including a new hiring freeze resolution and changes to the Room Tax Ordinance — were tabled for further refinement, and the board made a series of tax rate reallocations […]
William Bee Ririe celebrates Heart Health Month
William Bee Ririe released an informational graphic reminding the public to recognize February as Heart Health Month, providing detailed information about heart attacks and cardiac arrests, promoting community health knowledge and sharing tips on how to safely navigate each situation. Cardiac arrest Cardiac arrest is when the heart suddenly stops beating. This usually occurs due […]
Volunteers building future leaders in Eureka 4-H
Volunteers are an integral part of Eureka County. From the schools and churches to the VFW, senior centers and civic organizations, a dedicated team of locals ensures that essential services and enrichment programs thrive. The 4-H program is an ideal example. Volunteers are not just a luxury; they are a necessity. Founded over 120 years […]
Crescent Valley focuses on safety and fiscal realities
The Crescent Valley Town Advisory Board (CVTAB) met on Feb. 4 and discussed concerns over an exotic animal sanctuary, the high cost of student safety and a reality check on park renovations. Tiger facility The most startling revelation of the evening came during public comment when resident Gibb Tucker raised concerns about a “tiger facility” […]