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Over our lifetimes most of us have stayed in several levels of motels and hotels. From sketchy ones where things go bump in the night and critters with lots of […]
Is This You? The Traveling Connection
Dial Phone System Begins in Eureka
There was a time in Eureka County when rotary dial telephones did not exist. Push button phones didn’t exist either. Many of us have never known anything but push button […]
Building the Fence Over Spooner Summit
For over 18 years, I worked in various capacities for the Nevada State Highway Department, later to become NDOT. I knew many of the subcontractors on the Interstate projects and […]
After Announcement, State Officials Determine Swank Ineligible to Lead Outdoor Recreation Office
By Daniel Rothberg The Nevada Independent State officials have determined that Assemblywoman Heidi Swank is ineligible to lead Nevada’s newly formed outdoor recreation office, despite announcing the lawmaker’s appointment last […]
Around the State
Up to 3 Feet of Snow on Peaks Above Tahoe by Weekend RENO — A weakening low pressure system is bringing rain and snow to much of Nevada with another […]
Give Books About Nevada and by Nevadans
With Christmas rapidly approaching you may be casting about for suggestions for what to give that special Nevada friend or family member. What could be better than books about Nevada […]
CCW Holders Should not be Subjected to Background Checks
It appears that a bill passed earlier this year to require background checks prior to the sale or transfer of firearms from one private party to another is being misinterpreted […]
November 28, 2019
Christmas Train in Ely Departing Through Dec. 28
A magical family adventure is departing from the Nevada Northern Railway East Ely Depot from now until Dec. 28 – Santa’s Reindeer Flyer. Yes, it is true, you can take […]
National Democrats Approve Early Caucus Voting for Nevada
By Michelle L. PriceAssociated Press LAS VEGAS — The Democratic National Committee has approved a plan by Nevada Democrats to offer the first-ever early voting option for presidential caucuses, a […]