Columnists
Most of us can remember a moment when life changed direction without asking our permission—a move, a loss, or a decision someone else made that altered the course of our lives. Some remember it as the child who was hurt. Others as the parent. Many have been both. By
Dayton
On Sunday, May 31, historic downtown Dayton was buzzing before sunrise. Along Main Street, friends, neighbors, families, and visitors gathered at 6 a.m. with coffee in hand, catching up while waiting for the annual Borda Ranch Sheep Run to come down the hill. It felt like a true small-
Tours/Events
CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Division of State Parks is inviting residents and visitors to explore Nevada’s public lands during Free Adventure Day on Saturday, June 13, 2026. In celebration of Nevada’s natural beauty, outdoor recreation opportunities, and public lands, entrance fees will be waived at all Nevada
Crime
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2026 Fernley, NV – On June 1, 2026, at approximately 4:30 p.m., deputies with the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Northern Command Area responded to the 1600 block of Burger Road in Fernley, Nevada, for a report of a shooting involving one victim. Upon
Dayton
On Saturday, May 30, 17 teams hit the fairways at Dayton Valley Golf Club for a day of friendly competition, great weather, and an even greater cause. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, players, and community supporters, the Kiwanis Club of Dayton Township's annual benefit golf tournament raised
Sponsored Content
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Yerington
Yerington, Nev. – Night in the Country Music Festival announced its full 2026 lineup this week, rounding out the list of 28 artists and DJs as the festival prepares to celebrate its 25th year July 23-25 at The Grange. Night in the Country is Nevada’s largest and longest running
Government
Tuesday, June 2 @10 a.m. CANCELED Tuesday, June 16 @ 10 a.m. Storey County Courthouse 26 S. B. St, Virginia City This meeting will be held in person and the public is welcome to attend. Members of the public who wish to watch the meeting remotely may do so
Government
Board of County Commissioners Thursday, June 4 @9 a.m. Lyon County Administrative Complex 27 S. Main St. Yerington, NV 89447 Board of County Commissioners Thursday, June 18 @9 a.m. Lyon County Administrative Complex 27 S. Main St. Yerington, NV 89447 AGENDA CENTER https://www.lyon-county.org/AgendaCenter
Government
Yerington, Nevada – The Lyon County Board of County Commissioners met on Thursday, May 21, 2026, to hear presentations, conduct public hearings, and take action on several significant development and policy items. Highlights from the meeting include: Presentations The Board received a presentation from the Northern Nye County Extension Educator Misha
As wildfire season approaches, Storey County officials are asking residents to help shape the County’s updated wildfire preparedness strategy during an upcoming public review period for the 2026 Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The draft 2026 Storey County Community Wildfire Protection Plan, also known as the CWPP, will be available
Columnists
In the spring of 1803 President Thomas Jefferson was suffering buyer's remorse. He had just handed Napoleon 15 million dollars for Purchase of the Louisiana Territory that nobody knew anything about, including the president. So Jefferson asked Secretary of State, James Madison, "Jim, what exactly did we