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Lori Gilbert - ELKO LIVE
Lori Gilbert has been a radio broadcaster in Elko for more than 30 years. As host of the weekday radio show, “Elko, Live!” she interviews local and statewide guests on a variety of topics, keeping the community informed on emerging and ongoing issues.
Gilbert’s weekday news reports have been a continuous, trusted source of local information.
Gilbert serves on the Board of Directors for the Committee Against Domestic Violence, the Nevada Arts Council, PBS Reno, and the STARS Committee for the Elko County School District.
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8/10/26 Elko Live ENCORE - Great Basin College Foundation
GBC Foundation Executive Director Leslie Maple, Development Specialist Sadie Crabb and Milwaukee Tool Territory Manager Gabriella Peracchi were guests to highlight the “Golf For Good,” GBC Classic Golf Tournament coming August 21st. Registration and Advisement are underway for the Fall Semester at GBC. Visit on campus or online at GBCNV.edu.
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8/7/26 Elko Live - BLM Trail Center
Cheryl Miller of the California Trail Interpretive Center was our guests to highlight numerous summer activities and what’s ahead for fall.
3 days ago
8/6/26 Elko Live - Northeastern Nevada Regional Development Authority
NNRDA Executive Director Sheldon Mudd talked about a variety of topics including diversification, housing, data centers and the significance of small businesses. Good leadership is essential to recruiting sustainable industry and major projects.
4 days ago
8/5/26 Elko Live - Elko County
Elko County Commissioner Jon Karr provided an update in county news in advance of the regular county meeting. Topics included discussion on a proposed county campus update with recommended improvements and property acquisition totaling $20-million dollars.
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8/4/26 Elko Live - Elko City/ECVA
Guests from the Elko Convention and Visitors Authority were in-studio to promote the Elko Cosmic Con coming to the “E” Center this weekend. Michelle Cromwell and Selina Moralez talked about a variety of special events from the recent Elko Trail Fest to the upcoming Festival of Trees. Find details online at ExploreElko.com.
4 days ago
8/3/26 Elko Live - Great Basin College Foundation
GBC Foundation Executive Director Leslie Maple, Development Specialist Sadie Crabb and Milwaukee Tool Territory Manager Gabriella Peracchi were guests to highlight the “Golf For Good,” GBC Classic Golf Tournament coming August 21st. Registration and Advisement are underway for the Fall Semester at GBC. Visit on campus or online at GBCNV.edu.
Aug 3
7/31/26 Elko Live - Nevada Department of Wildlife
Conservation Educator Julie Gabrielson outlined a variety of topics from free classes offered by NDOW to boating safety and community outreach like a Community Bat Walk coming up August 7th. Hunting season opens August 1st and fire season is continuing.
Jul 31
7/30/26 Elko Live - Local Law Enforcement
Elko City Police Chief Kyle Ward and Elko County Sheriff Aitor Narvaiza were guests to talk about a variety of topics from a DV Homicide under investigation to the use of license plate readers to solve crimes. There have been numerous burglaries of homes and vehicles in an Elko neighborhood, and the pair promoted the National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4th in the Main City Park from 5-8 p.m.
Jul 30
7/29/26 Elko Live - Elko County Update
Lori sits down with Elko County Commissioner Jon Karr
Jul 29
7/28/26 Elko Live - City of Elko
City Manager Jan Baum described agenda items in advance of the regular council meeting. Police Chief Kyle Ward and Lt. Shane Daz discussed a proposal to acquire license plate reader technology in the city and outcome of the recent Sobriety Checkpoint held in city limits.
Jul 29
7/27/26 Elko Live - “The Table” Food Pantry
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Pastor Julie Vice, was a guest to talk about the non-profit food pantry, “The Table.” Donors have fed hundreds of individuals and families, from senior citizens to children, since the inception of the program in 2025. Organizers are looking for donations and support to continue the program as SNAP benefits shrink. Phone 775-738-3264 or visit 777 Sage Street.
Jul 27
7/24/26 Elko Live ENCORE- Elko Veterans Corps/VFW 2350
Christina Bradford, local adjutant and Vice Commander of Elko’s VFW Post 2350, and of the Great Basin College Veterans Resource Center advocate discussed numerous topics from propping up women veterans to supporting veterans and their families in the Elko-area. GBC and the Veterans Resource Center are working on career paths. There are also special events and activities this summer and fall to include a “Sniper Golf Event,” in Wells to Veteran’s Day at the Races during the fa
Jul 24
7/22/26 Elko Live - Ruby Mountain Voices
A choral music group from the Elko area has been invited to perform as part of an ensemble at Carnegie Hall. “Voices” President Valerie Sargeant and Emily Croft, Secretary, and Patty Fisk, Choir Member of the non-profit talk about being chosen for a Carnegie Hall ensemble performance in May 2027. Fundraising will include local performances.
Jul 22
7/21/26 Elko Live - City of Elko
Assistant City Manager Dale Johnson and Street Superintendent Paul Algerio were guests with an update on summer street projects, capital purchases and the operation of a new sewer lift station at Exit 298. The city is also researching issues that have recently raised public concern, from a proposal to install Flock surveillance cameras to the inclusion of Eminent Domain as a tool to clean up derelict properties.
Jul 21
7/20/26 Elko Live - Elko TV District
Dale Lotspeich and Brian Riley of the Elko TV District talked about managing over-the-air tv signals, supporting the UNR Fire Camera Network and a proposal to start a local low-power tv station in Elko to report local news.
Jul 20
7/17/26 Elko Live - Elko Veterans Corps/VFW 2350
Christina Bradford, local adjutant and Vice Commander of Elko’s VFW Post 2350, and of the Great Basin College Veterans Resource Center advocate discussed numerous topics from propping up women veterans to supporting veterans and their families in the Elko-area. GBC and the Veterans Resource Center are working on career paths. There are also special events and activities this summer and fall to include a “Sniper Golf Event,” in Wells to Veteran’s Day at the Races during the fa
Jul 17
7/16/26 Elko Live - Elko Area Chamber of Commerce
Chamber CEO Billie Crapo discussed numerous summer events and activities as well as incentive programs to boost local business. Visit www.ElkoNevada.com for chamber membership details, a community newsletter and list of ongoing and upcoming activities.
Jul 16
7/10/26 Elko Live - Great Basin College
GBC Humanities Center Coordinator, Dr. Katie Karnehm-Esh, and Gail Rappa, Director of GBC Continuing Education, were guests to highlight summer events and promote fall opportunities. Visit GBCNV.edu for registration and advisement.
Jul 10
7/7/26 Elko Live - Curtain Call Elko Theatre
Ebin Price directs a local production of “The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals,” made viral by StarKid Productions. Ebin’s famous mom, Sandy Beeler, was also a guest to promote art and local theatre in our community. The show runs July 10-12 at The Stage Door in downtown Elko.
Jul 7
7/3/26 Our Nevada Stories Episode #6
We conclude the series in celebration of America 250. “Stories of Nevada” is made possible by the Nevada Arts Council and is curated by Nevada State Folklorist Brad McMullen.
Jul 6
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