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ELKO LIVE
Keeping Elko Informed is a big responsibility and Lori Gilbert, KELK’s Award Winning Newscaster, is the one most people turn to for local news.
Lori has been the News Director for Elko Broadcasting Company (KELK/KLKO) since 1983. She is consistently recognized by news organizations for her outstanding contributions to Broadcast Journalism.
The Associated Press recently recognized the KELK/KLKO News Department under her leadership as The News Station of the Year.
For 25 years, her daily half-hour community news program, Elko Live, has provided listeners with first-person news accounts of local, regional and national issues and events.
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3/20/26 Elko Live - No Kings III
Community organizers of a local No Kings III demonstration planned for Elko on Saturday, March 28th talk about the event and what they hope to achieve.
2 days ago
3/19/26 Elko Live ENCORE - Elko Senior Center
Original air date: 3/13/26 Elko Senior Center Director Matt McCarty was our guest to talk about the senior center land acquisition, food service and other benefits of Senior Center membership. The Elko Senior Center is located at 1795 Ruby View Drive, call 775-738-3030 or visit online at ElkoSeniors.org
3 days ago
3/18/26 Elko Live - Elko County Mybrary
Elko County Mybrary Director Kassie Antonnucci and Mybrary Board Member Tammi Cracraft Dickenson were guests to talk about spring and summer events and activities!
4 days ago
3/17/26 Elko Live - City Planner
Cathy Laughlin, Elko City Planner, talked about CUP Revision Codes, the next big RDA project and deadlines to apply for RDA improvement grants.
5 days ago
3/16/26 Elko Live - County Candidate Intros
Today’s broadcast features three candidates running for two Elko County Commission seats. Scott Gavorsky in District #2 and incumbent Travis Gerber who was appointed as a commissioner and seeks election to the board in District #4 and Brian Riley who is also seeking the County Commission seat in District #4.
6 days ago
3/13/26 Elko Live - Elko Senior Center
Elko Senior Center Director Matt McCarty was our guest to talk about the senior center land acquisition, food service and other benefits of Senior Center membership. The Elko Senior Center is located at 1795 Ruby View Drive, call 775-738-3030 or visit online at ElkoSeniors.org
Mar 13
3/12/26 Elko Live - School News
Elko County School Superintendent CJ Anderson and Human Resources Director Cody Krenka appeared to discuss the recent Board of Trustee decision to consolidate 5t grade students at Flag View Intermediate School to realize a savings of 837-thousand dollars toward an overall 11-million dollar budget shortfall.
Mar 12
3/11/26 Elko Live - RPEN Elko Chapter
Martha Schott-Bernius, President of the Elko Chapter of RPEN, Terri Laird RPEN Executive Director and Kabrina Feser PERS Operations Officer were guests to invite local participation in the organization that represents Retired Public Employees of Nevada, RPEN. Members and prospective members of RPEN must be vested in NV PERS. Find out more about the local organization at RPEN.org .
Mar 11
3/10/26 Elko Live - Elko City Manager
City Manager Jan Baum discussed several grant applications that will appear before the City Council during the regular meeting. Requests for federal funds for a southside water tank as well as money for the final phase of Errecart Loop Road construction requesting $500K are on the agenda. The city is also applying for a 150-thousand-dollar grant from Nevada Conservation to extend the HARP Trail to the planned Urban Pond at 12th Street. The city will entertain a proposal from
Mar 10
3/9/26 Elko Live - City Candidate Introductions
This program features five hopefuls for Elko City Council seats, including two candidates seeking the mayor’s seat. Marissa Lostra and Giovanni Puccinelli are both current council members and are vying for Mayor. Councilman Chip Stone has filed as an incumbent while Walter Fick and Chip Stone are also filed candidates. Randy Ridgway filed after this broadcast was assembled and will be featured at the end of candidate filing on Friday, March 13th.
Mar 9
3/6/26 Elko Live ENCORE - California Trail Center
Original air date: 3/2/26 Trail Center Interpretive Ranger Cheryl Miller talked about numerous educational opportunities from hikes to workshops and special events hosted by the center in collaboration with community groups and volunteers ranging from NDOW to NOS. California Trail Days will be held June 6-7 and will include attractions and activities suitable for all ages and interests.
Mar 6
3/5/26 Elko Live ENCORE - Elko School News
Original air date: 2/20/26 Elko County School Superintendent CJ Anderson delivered budget news to include a possible adjustment at Flagview Intermediate where all Elko City 5th and 6th grade students attend class. One proposal would reduce Flag View to only 6th grade next year, leaving current 4th graders to remain at their current campuses. Flag View would NOT close under the proposed scenario but would reduce staff resulting in school district savings. The ECSD is looking t
Mar 5
3/4/26 Elko Live - County Update
County Commissioner Delmo Andreozzi provided an update on a variety of county initiatives in advance of the regular meeting. Topics range from natural resources to HOA roads, federal funding potential and feasibility studies. Find a complete agenda and past meetings archived on video at www.elkocountynv.net .
Mar 4
3/3/26 Elko Live - Elko City Parks & Rec
Elko City Parks & Recreation Director James Wiley and Parks Superintendent Joe Carr were guests to talk about a $1.4 million renovation of pickleball courts and basketball court refinishing as well as the handball court in time for National Basque festivities. The city golf course, Ruby View, will be fully open for the season and Clean Up Green Up registration is underway. The city works year-round to keep the cemetery, fields and various amenities in shape for the public.
Mar 4
3/2/26 Elko Live - California Trail Center
Trail Center Interpretive Ranger Cheryl Miller talked about numerous educational opportunities from hikes to workshops and special events hosted by the center in collaboration with community groups and volunteers ranging from NDOW to NOS. California Trail Days will be held June 6-7 and will include attractions and activities suitable for all ages and interests.
Mar 2
2/27/26 Elko Live - NDOW Gabrielson
Conservation Educator Julie Gabrielson highlighted the annual Elko Sportsman Expo underway at the Elko Conference Center through Saturday. NDOW is also completing big game surveys, observing raptors and licensing boats in time for the spring season.
Feb 27
2/26/26 Elko Live - Law Enforcement
Elko Police Captain Rick Moore and Elko County Sheriff Aitor Narvaiza provided updates on a variety of issues from the recent animal hoarding in Montello to the Elko County Jail overcrowding with mental health patients and snowmobilers in Lamoille Canyon posing avalanche danger.
Feb 27
2/25/26 Elko Live ENCORE - City of Elko
Orginal air date: 2/17/26 Kurstin Sirotek is an Environmental Specialist with the City of Elko and is helping coordinate the annual Clean Up Green Up event. April 25th is the date for this year’s event now in its 23rd year. Visit the Elko City website at ElkoCity.com for registration forms and get ready to spruce up with FREE landfill day, community barbeque in the park and related events.
Feb 27
2/24/26 Elko Live - City of Elko Manager & Fire Chief
Elko City Manager Jan Baum appeared alongside Elko City Fire Chief for an overview of the Elko City Council meeting and a summary of the City Fire Department year in Review for 2025.
Feb 27
2/23/26 Elko Live ENCORE - Elko County Clerk
Original air date: 2/12/26 Elko County Clerk Becky Plunkett was in-studio to talk about Election 2026. From voter registration to volunteer recruitment, filing for public office opens March 2-13. Visit VOTE.NV.gov to check your registration or register to vote.
Feb 23
2/20/26 Elko Live - Elko School News
Elko County School Superintendent CJ Anderson delivered budget news to include a possible adjustment at Flagview Intermediate where all Elko City 5th and 6th grade students attend class. One proposal would reduce Flag View to only 6th grade next year, leaving current 4th graders to remain at their current campuses. Flag View would NOT close under the proposed scenario but would reduce staff resulting in school district savings. The ECSD is looking to offset an $11.1 million d
Feb 20
2/19/26 Elko Live - Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce Membership Coordinator Katie Ashley was our guest and described numerous events and activities through the Elko Chamber. From networking to marketing, mixers and workshops, chamber members enjoy personal attention and access to an engaged business community. Visit the Elko Area Chamber website at ElkoNevada.com for more information.
Feb 19
2/18/26 Elko Live - County Update
County Commissioner Delmo Andreozzi provided an update on agenda items in advance of the regular county commission meeting. The Boys and Girls Clubs presentation on the Elko Sports Arena will be followed by a county manager’s office request for professional services to study county properties to accommodate courthouse and county office needs. Visit ElkoCountyNv.net for the agenda and attachments.
Feb 18
2/17/26 Elko Live - City of Elko
Kurstin Sirotek is an Environmental Specialist with the City of Elko and is helping coordinate the annual Clean Up Green Up event. April 25th is the date for this year’s event now in its 23rd year. Visit the Elko City website at ElkoCity.com for registration forms and get ready to spruce up with FREE landfill day, community barbeque in the park and related events.
Feb 17
2/16/26 Elko Live ENCORE - Assemblyman Bert Gurr
Original air date: 2/13/26 Local lawmaker Bert Gurr provided an update on legislative issues to include discussion on declining revenue, attainable housing and Fairness in Women’s Sports, a bill he will champion in 2027.
Feb 17
2/13/26 Elko Live - Assemblyman Bert Gurr
Local lawmaker Bert Gurr provided an update on legislative issues to include discussion on declining revenue, attainable housing and Fairness in Women’s Sports, a bill he will champion in 2027.
Feb 17
2/12/26 Elko Live - Elko County Clerk
Elko County Clerk Becky Plunkett was in-studio to talk about Election 2026. From voter registration to volunteer recruitment, filing for public office opens March 2-13. Visit VOTE.NV.gov to check your registration or register to vote.
Feb 12
2/11/26 Elko Live - Senior Center McCarty
Senior Center Director Matt McCarty talked about the Senior Center Land Fundraiser, the Food Distribution program, Meals on Wheels and meals served weekdays at the center at 1795 Ruby View Drive. Visit ElkoSeniors.org for more information.
Feb 12
2/10/26 Elko Live - Elko City Update
Elko City Manager Jan Baum provided an update in city news in advance of the regular city council meeting to include a preview of the RDA meeting in which a tax carve out will be explained resulting in some $200K being returned to the county, plans for a new Elko City Hall and update on a joint urban pond development with Nevada Department of Wildlife.
Feb 12
2/9/26 Elko Live ENCORE - California Trail Center
Original air date: 2/6/26 Cheryl Miller of the California Trail Interpretive Center talked about numerous ongoing events and activities offered free or of low cost to the community. Junior Ranger Day is Saturday, March 7th while Freedom 250 Trail Days is set for June 6-7. Get information, volunteer or donate materials at CaliforniaTrailInterpretiveCenter.org
Feb 12
2/6/26 Elko Live - California Trail Center
Cheryl Miller of the California Trail Interpretive Center talked about numerous ongoing events and activities offered free or of low cost to the community. Junior Ranger Day is Saturday, March 7th while Freedom 250 Trail Days is set for June 6-7. Get information, volunteer or donate materials at CaliforniaTrailInterpretiveCenter.org
Feb 12
2/5/26 Elko Live - Elko County School CTE
CJ Anderson, Elko County School Superintendent, Heather Steel, CTE Facilitator and Work Based Learning Coordinator were guests to talk about February as National CTE Month. Students will engage in regional competition and are participating in the SC High School Success Summit Collaboration. Silver Sage and Ruby Mtn FFA students recently participated in the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, providing friendly service to visitors eager to learn more about agriculture.
Feb 12
2/4/26 Elko Live - County Update
Elko County Commissioner Jon Karr was a guest to outline a very light agenda going into the regular Elko County meeting. Among the significant agenda items, former Elko County Manager George Boucher will be remembered for decades of service dating back to 1971 until he retired in 2001.
Feb 4
2/3/26 Elko Live - Elko City Airport Update
Airport Director Jim Foster discusses recent passenger flight numbers which are rising, an upcoming pavement preservation project (weather permitting) and planning underway for the observation of 100 years of flight service in Elko in April 2026, and the Elko Sky Fair event in September 2026. Visit FlyElko.com to book local commercial flights to and from SLC, Utah on Skywest.
Feb 3
2/2/26 Elko Live ENCORE - NDOW Gabrielson
Original air date: 1/30/26 Nevada Department of Wildlife Conservation Educator Julie Gabrielson promoted the Sportsman’s Expo coming February 27-28, encouraged volunteers to sign up for various NDOW programs, and highlighted education programs like Trout in the Classroom and Youth Archery. Find more information online at NDOW.org.
Feb 3
1/30/26 Elko Live - NDOW Gabrielson
Nevada Department of Wildlife Conservation Educator Julie Gabrielson promoted the Sportsman’s Expo coming February 27-28, encouraged volunteers to sign up for various NDOW programs, and highlighted education programs like Trout in the Classroom and Youth Archery. Find more information online at NDOW.org.
Jan 30
1/29/26 Elko Live - Local Law Enforcement
Elko County Sheriff Aitor Narvaiza and Elko City Police Chief Kyle Ward provided updates in jail operations, policing, increases in crime and suicide. They also made comments on ICE and deportation tactics that would be deployed locally. Sheriff Narvaiza also announced a bid for re-election to a third four-year term.
Jan 29
1/28/26 Elko Live - Cowboy Poetry Reedy
Brigid & Johnny Reedy were featured musicians with a lineup of new and original cowboy music. The duo from Southwest Montana have been performing at the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering since they were children. Brigid has published a book of poetry, “Seeds,” which is available locally. Visit BrigidReedy.com or BrigidReedyOfficial on Instagram.
Jan 28
1/27/26 Elko Live - Elko City Manager
City Manager Jan Baum went over agenda items for the regular city council meeting and provided updates on the Elko Regional Airport and Skywest Flights as well as a reminder the Elko Sno Bowl will not open this year for lack of snow. Visit ElkoCity.com for agendas, links to meetings and online forms and information.
Jan 28
1/26/26 Elko Live - Cowboy Poetry Kickoff
Artist James Shoshone and gear maker Katie Cavasin, along with Arezoo Salamsady, a visitor from Toronto all talked about their experiences attending the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering. The event opened today and will run through Saturday, January 31st with events in an around the community.
Jan 26
1/23/26 Elko Live - Elko County Karr
An extended conversation with county commissioner Jon Karr recapping some agenda items and outlining goals for 2026.
Jan 23
1/22/26 Elko Live - Veterans Resource Center
Christina Bradford of “all things veteran” promoted the VA Town Hall on March 4th at 5 p.m. at the museum, numerous job openings ranging from Elko VA Clinic to National VA Cemetery opening in Elko, to the Endless Pawsibilities “Mutt Mondays,” that pair veterans with canine companions. Call 775-327-2128 to ask about any number of local veteran resources, events or activities.
Jan 22
1/21/26 Elko Live - UNR Extension
Jill Tingey of UNR Extension promoted the latest Elko County Needs Assessment, an online survey, and urged listeners to pick up free radon kits as January is National Rado Awareness Month. UNR Extension is hiring a part-time position for the UNR Sanford Center for Aging. There are numerous 4-H Youth Development opportunities offered and the Heart and Hope, anti-Domestic Violence Workshops, will open March 3. Sign up or get information at extension.unr.edu, 775-738-7291.
Jan 21
1/20/26 Elko Live - Elko City Clerk
Elko City Clerk Annette Robinson was our guest to provide information about city elections, business licenses, code enforcement and more.
Jan 20
1/19/26 Elko Live - FISH (Friends in Service Helping)
FISH Executive Director Tim Royal provided an update on services, opportunities and goals. A non-profit, FISH is hosting an adult prom fundraiser on Saturday, February 14th at the Elko Conference Center with all proceeds to benefit the food bank, soup kitchen and thrift store. Visit ElkoFish.org to purchase tickets, make contributions or volunteer.
Jan 20
1/16/26 Elko Live - Horizon Hospice
Hospice Director Billie Crawford provided information about the area’s all volunteer, non-profit community hospice that provides peer support for grieving families as well as end-of-life care for those who are dying.
Jan 16
1/15/26 Elko Live - Elko Area Chamber
The Elko Area Chamber of Commerce is kicking off the New Year with goals for 2026 and continued outreach to more than 700 members regionwide. A Board Retreat yielded brainstorming and many more ideas for events and activities that support local business. The Chamber is ramping up for local elections in 2026 and the annual Home Show in May.
Jan 15
1/14/26 Elko Live - Elko Senior Center
Director Matt McCarty talked about ongoing fundraising for the land acquisition, providing meals, vaccinations and clubs and other opportunities. The Elko Senior Center is located at 1795 Ruby View Drive and is online at elkoseniors.org. Call 775-738-3030 for more information about services.
Jan 14
1/13/26 Elko Live - City Update
Assistant City Manager Dale Johnson provided an update on city issues in advance of the regular council meeting. Topics ranged from preparing for the City Election to new subdivisions and naming a ballfield in memory of a beloved coach.
Jan 13
1/12/26 Elko Live ENCORE - Western Folklife Center
Original air date: 1/9/26 National Cowboy Poetry Gathering Manager Callie Greenhaw and Volunteer Coordinator Allie Helmig were guests to talk about the 41st National Cowboy Poetry Gathering. Volunteers are needed for set building, monitoring events and helping filmmakers with videography. Contact the Western Folklife Center at nationalcowboypoetrygathering.org.
Jan 12
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