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Elko Mural Expo

August 14, 2019

Elko City Arts and Culture Advisory Board Chairman Catherine Wines and Creative Director Eric Brooks of ArtspotReno.org talked about the first-ever Elko Mural Expo coming to downtown Elko September 25-29th with a kickoff party at the Western Folklife Center. More than 30 artists will create some 55 murals throughout the community during the event. Wines explains the goal is to generate support for the arts and create a “place and experience,” for residents and visitors in the downtown area. The collaboration will include local artists, civic support and business sponsorship. Find more online at

Mayor Keener Hosts Police Lt. Palhegyi

August 13, 2019

Elko Redevelopment Agency officials are considering a request to partner in paving a downtown casino parking lot to include lighting and landscaping. The governing board is also considering a funding request for the Elko Mural Expo coming in September. The Elko City Council is considering appointing Elko Police Captain Tyler Trouten to the job of Chief with the announcement of Chief Ben Reed’s retirement this fall. If approved, the appointment would take effect November of 2019. Mayor Reece Keener hosted Lt. Mike Palhegyi to discuss several issues including the latest on the city plan to allow OHV use on designated routes in city

GBC Recruits Career & Technical Ed Students

August 9, 2019

Great Basin College Dean of Business and Technology Brett Murphy talked about vast opportunities for training for students interested in certificates or degrees in a variety of technical applications. There are openings in Diesel Technology, Electrical Systems, Millwright, Welding and Instrumentation. The programs last 36 weeks and scholarships are available. The college is also offering a five-week course in CDL. Get info online at gbcnv.edu or on campus in Battle Mountain, Elko, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Classes begin August

Back-to-School Month – Superintendent Pehrson

August 8, 2019

Elko County School Superintendent Todd Pehrson described several events and activities related to back-to-school. The district has hired new teachers and administrators, the RISE program kicks of August 12-16, Fall Sports begin soon, Liberty Peak Elementary in Spring Creek will host an Open House on August 22, and school safety reminds a priority for the district with plans to hire additional School Resource Officers for

County Update Hosts Nevada Health Centers

August 7, 2019

Elko County Commissioner Cliff Eklund hosted Terri Clark of the Nevada Health Centers to talk about fundraising underway to expand the Elko Family Medical and Dental Center. The center offers a variety of services to include behavioral health, pediatrics, geriatrics, ob-gyn and dental care. An expansion would include an on-site pharmacy, additional exam rooms, office space and training

City Update Features Police Chief Reed

August 6, 2019

Elko City Police Chief Ben Reed has announced his retirement after six years leading the local force. Reed is recommending Captain Tyler Trouten be named to replaced him beginning November. Mayor Reece Keener hosted Chief Reed to talk about law enforcement issues including the recent year end report that found an inordinate amount of sexual assault, domestic violence and other family crime throughout the city. The chief is hiring for a Domestic Violence System

Wildfire Season & Fire Prevention

August 2, 2019

Elko BLM District Public Affairs Officer Greg Deimel and Fire Prevention Specialist Clint Mothershed talked about fire safety, awareness and prevention while recreating on public lands. The iconic Smokey Bear fire prevention symbol marks 75 years on August 9th. The California Trail Interpretive Center is now open seven days a week and is offering numerous summer programs, events and

Nevada Health Centers – Elko Family Medical & Dental

July 31, 2019

Dr. Jacqueline Huynh and Gerald Ackerman, Assistant Dean UNR Medical School and Nevada Health Center Board Member talk about the collaboration between Nevada Health Centers and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine in serving rural communities with family medical and dental care. The program included a discussion on the significance of the Elko residency program in training and recruiting physicians and the importance of expansion plans at the 14th Street location to better serve

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

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