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In the headlines:Nevada to give up 28% of Colorado River waterLawsuit between State and Coyote Springs developers under wayLund death on Sunday Sheriff's Office blotterWildfires in Elko County, Lander County, and Lincoln CountyGovernor finally endorses Flippo in CD2 raceSenator Masto introduces pathway to citizenshipNo winner in Powerball - rolls over to $663 million for Wednesday

In the headlines:Wildfires in Elko, Lander, and Lincoln counties. Several arrests by White Pine Sheriff's Deputies Thursday through SaturdayLas Vegas Congresswoman asks Governor to pull tax breaks for Boulder City data center on public landsJackpots for Mega Millions and Powerball rise againThumbnail photo of Cornin Fire near Austin courtesy BLM

In the headlines:City votes to support White Pine Horse Races by paying for Paramedic and EMT supportOne death on Wednesday Sheriff's Office blotterHow will the Pacific El Niño pattern affect our weather?Attorney General sues Trump administration over Federal grant conditionsAre non-citizens being registered to vote?  One person has - against their will!California Data Center project sues to use Colorado River water

in the headlines:Commission wants to pause Data Centers, claims to have not seen Pay Study we reported in FebruaryEly City Council to hear input on possible CDBG projectsTwo arrests on Tuesday's Sheriff's BlotterCounty unemployment drops 2/10 of a percentNo Data Center Moratorium for HendersonOne Primm casino reopens, two more still shutteredRep. Titus introduces legislation calling for federal drought fundingPoll: Governor's race a toss-upHorsford, Amodei introduce bill to ban sports betting through Prediction Markets

In the headlines:Data Center pause headlines Commission meetingOne arrest on Sunday/Monday Sheriff's Office blotter reportIdentities released in Monday head on fatal crash in Elko CountyGovernor Lombardo dominates fundraisingReno man files Ethics complaint over Governor's traffic stop in Vegas

In the headlines:Flash fluud Watch posted todayData Center Moratorium on County Commission agendaOne arrest on Saturday Sheriff's Office blotterFour dead in head-on collision on US-93 north of Elko yesterdayRNC claims 16,000 non-citizens on voter rolls.  Secretary of State fights back200-acre wildfire uncontrolled south of the Emigrant Mine

In the headlines:County Commission meets WednesdayTwo arrests and a deaht on the Thursday-Friday Sheriff's Office blotterBoulder city data center becomes front of mindGovernor Lombardo says relationship with President helped limit federal immigration enforcement activity in Las Vegas. 

Kyle Horvath with White Pine Tourism and Recreation tells us about what's coming up the next couple of weeks.Calendar: https://elynevada.netOn all social media search visitelynevada

Barbara Nelson from Sacred Heart Catholic Church discusses how the food bank needs help.  You can call 775-293-0550 to donate.

In the headlines:Quiet Wednesday for White Pine County SheriffsCommission to address Data Center moratoriumFundraising strong in General Election racesEmployment growth "steady"$250k settlement for prisoner with cancer

In the headlines:Flash Flooding in JackpotOne arrest on Tuesday Sheriff's Office BlotterData Center on Fedreal Land near Boulder City draws oppositionGrant applications being accepted to ease Doctor shortageNIAA seeking new Executive DirectorGovernor urges Congress to make more federal land available for developmentBetter Business Bureau is expandingVegas businesswoman sentenced to federal prison for COVID-era tax credit fraud

In the headlines:A Quiet Monday on the Sheriff's Office BlotterLawsuit alleges sexual abuse of juveniles in juvenile justice systemDelays in confirmation of new NV US AttorneyPresident reduces size of two Utah monumentsBill to make Daylight Saving Time year round passes the House

In the headlines:Flood Watch posted today for White Pine CountyVandalism, lost person on Sunday Sheriff's Blotter32 ballots mishandled in Lyon County by USPSAlleged sex offender in Elko County commits suicide during traffic stopGovernor Lombardo stopped for alleged red-light violationDefense attorney accused of using AI in a legal brief

In the headlines:Monsoonal moisture may bring showers and thunderstorms all week!Governor's campaign claims 60% of Medicaid fraud referral ignored by Attorney General's officeTwo arrests, two deaths on Thursday-Saturday blotterNew wildfire start Sunday night in Elko CountyVegas woman pleads guilty to bigamy, fraud

Dave Costello of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the subject of being thankful for what you have, because your life is someone else's dream!

In the headlines:Heat advisory posted Saturday and Sunday as the mercury nears 100School District recognized for excellence in risk managementTwo arrests on Wednesday's Sheriff's Office blotter report18 New Wildfires reported in Northeastern Nevada this weekFormer Uprise Broadband owner indicted by feds in $7.8 Millino embezzlementNevada 15th in the nation for fatal crashes involving speeding teen driversHomeowners' insurance companies not renewing policies due to wildfire concerns$30 million for Nevada airports, none for Yellend Field

Wyatt has more on the verbal fireworks at Wedneday's County Commission meeting between Commissioners and the Golf Advisory Board.

In the headlines:Fireworks between the Golf Course Advisory Board and the County Commission at Wednesday's meetingOne arrest in Tuesday's Sheriff's Office blotterEly City Council meets tonightLincoln County wildfires under control for nowBrightline West between Vegas and Southern California in danger

Headlines:Mt Wheeler Power CEO shares concerns about drought impacting power suppliesCounty Commission, Ely City Council meet this weekGrapevine Fire in Lincoln County 99% containedThree convicted in Federal court for drug traffickingDemocrat voter registration edged upward in JuneSolar operator illegally using waterWyoming data center owned by Meta allegedly injected deadly bacteria into wastewater

In the headlines:Near record temperatures this weekendCounty Commission meets WednesdayEly City Council meets ThursdayStolen Vehicle arrest on Sunday Sheriff's Office blotterWildfires in Lincoln County winding downHydro power decline from Hoover Dam puts some rural power companies in a pinchVoter ID, abortion protections only statewide questions on 2026 ballot

In the headlines:County Commission to meet WednesdayFour arrested the first four days of JulyLincoln County and Elko county fire updatesCoyote Springs lawsuit on tap this weekDrug detecting dogs considered for Nevada prisonsPrimm handover completed

Ruby Hartwell with morning news.Elevated fire risk through SundayJune was a hot dry monthFriday is the federal Independence Day holiday - no mail, banks closed.Reminder to stay hydrated as temps climb into the 90'sGrapevine Fire continues to burnEvents planned starting tomorrow for the “Red, White Pine, and Blue Independence Day Festival”Reminder that many fireworks are illegalVegas woman attempts "suicide by cop" at Sunset Station CasinoName the new state park!

In the headlines:One arrest in Monday's Sheriff's blotterLincoln County Wildfires growNew laws take effect todaySlow Down!  WPCSO joins Speed Awareness CampaignLombardo lauds Supreme Court Ruling on Transgender athletes in Girls sportsGOP rallies behind Flippo in CD1 - mostly.

Ruby Hartwell with morning news.Hot weather ahead!  Stay hydrated!Morning crash knocks out power for a hour or soOne death on Sunday Sheriff's Office BlotterLincoln County wildfire updateTwo Pounds of Fentanyl recovered in Elko drug bustSupreme Court holds up Nevada Mail BallotsEducators seek repeal of "Read By 3" InitiativeWhat's in the name of a bull?This episode includes AI-generated content.

Ruby Hartwell reports on the Monday morning news.  In the headlines:Wildfires in Lincoln County push region to Preparedness Level FourCounty Commission special meeting this afternoon over Fire department fundingSeven arrests top the week's Sheriff's Office blotterNevada prisons face a healthcare crisisEquine infectious anemia found in Nye CountyState’s Board of Homeopathic Medical Examiners may be eliminatedThis episode includes AI-generated content.

Dave Costello from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on the battle to defend Freedom, Patriotism, and Religion.

In the headlines:Ely City Council accepts trackage agreement with NNRYWildfires continue to blaze in Lincoln countyA break at the gas pumpEly State Prison inmate diesAnother Natural Gas power plant to support Data CenterUnemployment lower statewide; local unemployment upNevada third most earthquake active state in AmericaSouthwest Utak under fire restrictionsNV Energy expands outage watchGaming Board approves Terribles for casinos in Primm

In the headlines:County Commission votes to leave tax rates unchangedEly City Council meets tonightWildfires continue south of CalienteStaffers from Senator Rosens office at Library in Ely todayFire truck destroyed by fire on I-80NV Energy warns of possible power outage in Elko County5.6  Earthquake in Northern CaliforniaVegas man indicted on $1.2 billion health care fraud scheme

In the headlines:Commission meets today and again on MondayThree arrests on the Monday Sheriff's Office blotterFirefighters continue to battle blazes in Lincoln CountyAssemblyman Bert Gurr to introduce Transgender Sports legislationNevada leads the nation in job growthGreat Basin lags in maintenance due to lack of funding

In the headlines:County Commission Meeting this morningCommission to meet Monday to augment Fire DepartmentThree arrests on Monday Sheriff's Office BlotterTwo wildfires south of Caliente continue blazingAssemblyman proposes Transgender Sports bill for 2027

In the headlines:County Commission meets tomorrow; to be broadcastWildfires near Caliente continue to blazeSenator Rosen's staff in Ely on ThursdaySecretary of State pushes back on Federal requests for voter dataReport: Concerns about child safety at care facilitiesGolden Knights Owner to make bid for NBA Franchise

White Pine Tourism and Recreation director Kyle Horvath talks about what's coming up this weekend in White Pine County

In the Headlines:County Commission meets WednesdayTwo arrests on Sheriff's Office Blotter Caliente Wildfire UpdateGirls Sports measure not on November Ballot

In the headlines:Primary Election results certified by CommissionersVehicle fire on Wednesday Sheriff's Office Blotter ReportTwo Wildfires south of CalienteBipartisan resolution introduced in the Senate to honor Kyle BuschGas Prices lowerNo joke!  Comedian Carlos Mencia charged with Tax Fraud

In the headlines:County Commission to certify election results todayOne arrest on Tuesday's Sheriff's office blotterPerennial candidate Marchant upsets Governor's pick for Secretary of State Despite Spirit Airlines shutdown, DETR reports slight improvement in unemploymentNorth Las Vegas man to spend 30 days in jail for impersoating lawyerComedian who performed with Sinatra passes

In the headlines:Commission set to certify election results tomorrowOne arrest on Sheriff's Office blotter for MondaySpring Valley Radio-Telexcope project in the newsMurder-Suicide in WinnemuccaNew Golden Knights Coach out - could the next coach come from within?The Race is on!  An iconic game moves from one end of Fremont Street to the other!

In the headlines:Schellraiser Campground ClosesLots of crashes over the weekend on Sheriff's Office Blotter reportCommission to certify vote on Thursday - 11 votes won't be among themGiant Flay back up at Hoover DamWater in Lake Mead is falling faster than everMichele Fiore loses re-eleciton bid, not on bench, still getting paidCellphone fire causes emergency landing at Vegas Airport

Kyle Horvath with White Pine Tourism and Recreation talks about what's coming up the week ahead and the status of the downtown roadwork.

In the headlines:Three arrests in blotter report for Wednesday through FridayGas price drop continuesSNAP fraud suspect faces additional chargesThree wildfires over the weekend in Elko County as wildfire warnings continueKnights shut out to end their Stanley Cup run.

In the headlines:Outgoing Congressman comments on the Republican primaryClark Street returns to one-way trafficJuvenile who escaped from Caliente recaptured in PanacaUprise owner indicted by Federal authoritiesAG:  Changes may be made to mail-in votingDMV warns on resale of stolen luxury vehiclesKnights on the brink of elimination

In the headlines:Preliminary Election ResultsCounty Commission RundownKnights fall, Stanley Cup Final Tied

In the headlines:One County Commission seat to be decided today, polls open until 7 pm tonight at the Bristlecone Convention Center and Ely Shoshone Tribal Education Center on Heritage DriveA busy Saturday for White Pine County Sheriffs.Hiring, structural changes on tap for Wednesday's Commission MeetingTerribles to take over Primm resortsAthletics score 14 runs against Milwaukee in Vegas...and lose!“Samurai show-and-tell” at Harry Reid Airport!

Kyle Horvath of the White Pine Tourism and Recreation Board updates us on the countdown to Free Fishing Day and July 4.  Learn more at elynevada.net

In the headlines:Red Flag Warning for high Fire spread todayEarly Voting Numbers lowTwo arrests, one death in June 4th and 5th Sheriff's Office blotterCounty Commission meeting on Wednesday to be broadcast livePursuit from Eureka County to Elko County results in arrestTen Thousand more voters in Nevada during MayFriday missing person report too late; subject deadState pauses new hospice and home-health licensingRevised air permit for NGM operationLawsuit filed in Box Elder County data center project

In the headlines:Fire Weather Watch posted for SaturdayLess than 20% of voters cast ballots going into the final day of early votingOne arrest on Wednesday Sheriff's Office blotterSheriff's Office joins Impaired Driving CampaignHiring on County Commission agendaCounty Commission seat one to be decided in Primary by only RepublicansCrescent Valley woman dies in Monday Night crash3.8 quake rattles Las Vegas stripTalks underway to prevent Primm shutdownPope Leo XIV gets personalized Golden Knights Jersey

Here's the recipe:Prepare one pound of macaroni (boil until tender, drain and rinse)Stir into the macaroni:15 ounces Miracle Whip2 cans Sweetened Condensed Milk2 cans All Purpose Table Cream1 medium-sized can of Del Monte Fruit Cocktail. (It has cherries; the generics don't) Drain the juice before adding.1/2 cup raisins1 cup Cheddar cheeseand a small can of diced hamRefrigerate for at least two hours.Serve cold.  Preferably to the Tarkanians.

In the headlines:Early Voting turnout remains lowEastern Nevada Narcotic Task Force arrests Ely manTwo arrested for late-night scavenging in landfillTarkanians accused of giving Flippo campaign information on sealed records regarding SettlemeyerGovernor Lombardo calls for funding for CBP and ICE; opponent Ford opposes it"Shafter Jane" cold case solved

Microwaving Boxed Macaroni and Cheese is easy!  With no draining! No-Drain Microwave Macaroni and Cheese1 7oz box of Mac & Cheese mix1 3/4 cup HOT tap water1/4 cup milk1/4 cup butterPut macaroni in a 2 qt bowl with HOT tap water. If you can’t use HOT water, adjust cooking time accordingly.Cook in the microwave for 9 to 9 1/2 minutes, stirring once or twice. All the water should be absorbed, and the macaroni should be tender. Stir again after it is finished.Add cheese mix, milk, and butter, stirring until butter is melted and cheese powder is cheesy.Also more talk about the 6 W's.