National Weather Service Office - Spring Outlook

Elko Mayor Reece Keener

July 30, 2019

Mayor Keener gave an update on ongoing and upcoming Elko City issues including an invitation to attend National Night Out on Tuesday, August

Undersheriff Carpenter & Police Captain Trouten

July 25, 2019

Local law enforcement officials discuss crime, jail population, school resource officers and promote the upcoming, “National Night Out,” event coming to the Elko City Park on Tuesday, August 6th from 5-8 PM. Free admission, hot dogs & hamburgers and a chance to meet emergency rescuers to include fire, police and medical personnel. Elko County Undersheriff Jim Carpenter, City Police Captain Tyler Trouten and Sheriff’s VIPs coordinator Russ Assom were guests for the regular Law Enforcement

Ruby Mountain Balloon Festival Launches

July 24, 2019

Ruby Mountain Hot Air, Inc. hosts the annual Ruby Mountain Balloon Festival with launch sites in both Elko and Spring Creek. Festival volunteer and board member Donna Engdahl invited the community to join the fun both as a crew member, spectator or photographer. This is the 18th annual event and 17 balloon pilots are expected to attend from around the region including the beloved Smokey Bear Balloon. Smokey Bear is celebrating his 75th birthday on August 9th and has been “ballooning” for

Elko City Update Councilwoman Mandy Simons

July 23, 2019

Elko City Councilwoman Mandy Simons provided an update on several ongoing and emerging issues to include discussion of the proposed Off-Highway Vehicle ordinance, final acceptance on the municipal swimming pool building repair and to promote the annual National Night Out event set for Tuesday, August 6th in the Elko City Park. Councilwoman Simons is also the representative for the Elko Regional Airport and the Elko City Animal

Elko Fire Department Griego & Holmes

July 19, 2019

Elko Fire officials discuss building code updates, fire safety and emergency rescuers mental health support. Fire Chief Matt Griego and Fire Marshal John Holmes are featured

Museum “Summer of Silver”

July 19, 2019

Northeastern Nevada Museum Education Coordinator D’Ette Mawson describes ongoing museum events and activities highlighting local history and happenings. Among the attractions: “The Summer of Silver” in which the community has participated to renovate a 43-year-old exhibit celebrating the life of “Silver the Bald Eagle.” The museum is located at 1515 Idaho Street with numerous displays, a gift shop, art galleries and community spaces for special

Chamber CEO Monthly Update

July 18, 2019

Elko Area Chamber CEO Billie Crapo introduces local business owners from Stanfill Consulting and XP Gaming to promote Business After Hours event. The chamber will host the Sherman Dinner and Auction July 27th to raise maintenance funds for the historic Sherman Station that serves as the official Elko Visitor Center and Chamber

Commissioner Hosts Carlin City Manager

July 17, 2019

Elko County Commissioner Cliff Eklund hosts Emergency manager Annette Kerr to talk wildland fire safety and evacuation plans. Nevada Department of Transportation will present capital improvement projects for the region to include discussion on widening U-S Highway 93 between Wells and Jackpot. Commissioner Eklund also introduced the new Carlin City Manager Madison Mahon who talked about community events and ongoing

Mayor Hosts City Clerk

July 16, 2019

Elko City Mayor Reece Keener hosts City Clerk Kelly Wooldridge for a conversation about the proposed Off Highway Vehicle ordinance to allow riders to traverse designated city routes to access trails in the county. The proposal is scheduled for a First Reading to include questions and being comments from the public. If approved the change would be accompanied by an awareness campaign. The mayor suggests if the ordinance is approved it should be revisited in 12-months to allow for

National Weather Service Office – Spring Outlook

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