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Interstate closed due to vehicle fire

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(UPDATED)  As of 5:15 a.m., Nevada Highway Patrol and NDOT were able to open one travel lane.

UPDATED: According to Nevada Highway Patrol, the semi fire that has the Interstate closed at milemarker 160 westbound started shortly after 2 a.m. The semi was reportedly carrying produce and it took firefighters about an hour to put out the flames. NDOT is working aggressively to open one travel lane. Although there's no guarantees, they hope to have at least one lane open by 5 a.m. or shortly thereafter.



 

Land Management Rule will facilitate renewable energy development on public lands

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In support of the Administration’s strategy to develop environmentally responsible renewable energy on public lands, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing a regulation that will facilitate right-of-way applications for lands with wind and solar energy development potential.

 

‘Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteer Day of Service’ coming May 4

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WINNEMUCCA — All Humboldt County residents are invited to take part in this area’s first annual volunteer day of service.  The “Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteer Day of Service” will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 4. Participants will meet at Vesco City Park at 9 a.m. to receive their assignments. Following four hours of service, all participants will return to the park for lunch at 1 p.m.

 

From the Las Vegas Sun: Six Republicans propose doubling Nevada's mining tax

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CARSON CITY -- Six Senate Republicans today unveiled their plan to double the net proceeds on minerals tax, a proposal that, if approved by  voters, could net an estimated $600 million that would be earmarked for education.

To read the full post in the Las Vegas Sun:  Six Republicans propose doubling Nevada's mining tax
 

Lowry students argue civil rights cases during Law Day 2013

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W INNEMUCCA – Students from Lowry High School stepped up to the podium to present arguments and decide cases on civil rights issues as part of the American Bar Association's annual Law Day held Thursday (April 25).

(shown)  Brycen Prokasky is shown presenting the legal points in favor of Arizona's immigration laws while Ryan Rasmussen looks on. 

 

BLM seeks public input on proposed Western Lithium clay project

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WINNEMUCCA --The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Winnemucca District (Humboldt River Field Office) is seeking public input on an Environmental Assessment (EA) for Western Lithium Corporation’s (WLC) proposed Kings Valley Clay Mine Project that would be located at Thacker Pass, (adjacent to State Route 293), 21 miles northwest of Orovada, Nev.

 

Governor encourages Grammar School students to keep reading

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Governor Brian Sandoval was in town on Friday (April 26) to personally congratulate the students of the Winnemucca Grammar School on their reading a ccomplishments. The Governor shook hands with each student and gave them their reading medals and a commemorative coin. Sandoval encouraged the students to keep reading and to stay in school.

 



 

WPD officer pleads guilty to misdemeanor

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WINNEMUCCA – The Winnemucca Police Department officer accused of harassing a Humboldt County Sheriff's Office deputy was in Union Township Justice Court on Friday (April 26) where he pleaded guilty to misdemeanor harassment

Will Bourland was sentenced to pay a $500 fine plus $127 in court fees.
 

Monday's jury trial canceled

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The jury trial scheduled for Monday (April 29) has been canceled. Residents who received a summons to appear in court for jury duty may disregard the notice.  Those with questions may call the number that appears on the summons.

 

Winnemucca Hot Air Balloon Festival this weekend

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Winnemucca Balloons proudly presents the 2nd Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival, coming to the Winnemucca Sports Complex April 27 & 28. The organization is building upon the success of last years event in which 4 balloons graced the skies over Winnemucca.
 
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