U.S. District Court Judge Howard McKibben denied a motion to enjoin the use of a helicopter to conduct the emergency gather that is currently underway in the southern portion of the HMA, but enjoined the agency from gathering excess wild horses from the non-emergency areas of the HMA by helicopter before July 1.

WINNEMUCCA — There’s no question the Winnemucca Hotel has charm and a significant place in local history, but does it also have structural integrity?

This was the question put to the architect and engineer hired by the Winnemucca Convention & Visitors Authority to inspect it.  Their response: The Winnemucca Hotel may need restoration but is otherwise solid.

WINNEMUCCA — Echoing the feelings of the Humboldt County Commission’s recent discussion on the issue, the City of Winnemucca is moving forward with the cooperative fire protection agreement with the BLM for fire suppression – with much reservation.

The discussion occurred at the regular meeting of the Winnemucca City Council on Tuesday (June 19).

WINNEMUCCA — Due to a family emergency, Olsen’s Corner Drug Store will be temporarily closed with the intention to reopen as soon as is possible. The staff apologizes for any inconvenience. Customers who must have prescriptions filled immediately are encouraged to contact one of the community’s other pharmacies.

WINNEMUCCA — Two fires that occurred on Monday (June 18) may have been human caused and -- considering the brisk wind that blew all day -- matters may have been much worse if not for the quick response of firefighters.

The first fire was reported in the brush behind the Lowry High School baseball fields late in the afternoon, and the second was adjacent to Jungo Rd. on Winnemucca Mountain in the late evening.