WINNEMUCCA/HGH — I don’t know how many times I have heard, “Why would anybody ever give up a successful 25 year career as a lawyer to become a nurse?”

My most frequent and admittedly glib reply is, “Redemption.” Typically, this response results in laughter, and the conversation can then move on to less weighty and more pressing matters.

I say “less weighty” because the reasons I abandoned the law to become a nurse were both complex and personal, nd the reasons I remain a nurse are even more complex and much more deeply personal. 

We have two propane companies in Winnemucca. Have you checked out the differences in costs and service?  I was a loyal customer to one for 15 years and really didn’t bother to see if there were any differences.  Believe me there is a huge difference. I won’t name names, but it isn’t hard to discern the differences between the two companies.

I noticed on my last statement that there were odd fees being charged, one was Haz Mat and also my cost per gallon was significantly higher when compared to the other company. Delivery fee was also higher.  I called my company about that and was told, “Oh we can reduce the cost if you want,” give me a break – I need to call each time propane is delivered to be sure they aren’t gouging me? What happened to good honest service?

Violence is a fact of life. It’s sad, but it’s a fact. Turning on the news or talking to a friend or neighbor, you’re likely to hear of the crime happening close to you.  Yes, even in Winnemucca.

While April is designated as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), we keep awareness and impact of sexual violence all year round. As advocates we work to ensure people know how to defend themselves, how to stay safe in different situations, what to do if an assault happens, options the survivor has available as far as reporting, medical care, financial assistance, and protection.