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February 19, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Elko County Commissioners have turned down a controversial plan to relocate 500 sterilized wild horses, igniting fierce debate over land management and taxpayer costs.

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Elko County commission declines to reaffirm endorsement of Wild Horse Fire Brigade pilot
After hours of testimony from ranchers, conservation‑minded residents, and the project's director, the Elko County Commission voted down a motion to reaffirm county endorsement of a pilot to move roughly 500 sterilized wild horses to a Pacific Northwest national forest. Commissioners instead agreed to pursue a separate county letter urging federal action on appropriate management levels (AML).
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September 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Elko County School District is rolling out five electric buses for daily routes, all part of an innovative incentive program that’s paving the way for a greener future!

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Elko County School District begins using electric buses on Elko routes
The district reported it has five electric buses, three currently running daily while NV Energy charging stations are pending; the buses were provided as incentives rather than purchased by the district.
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September 10, 2026 at 11:14 AM
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Elko's air service is bouncing back to pre-pandemic levels, but it needs your support to keep soaring!

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Flight Alliance: Elko air service returning to 2019 levels, county urged to promote ridership
Flight Alliance of Northeastern Nevada told commissioners Elko's commercial service has recovered toward 2019 ridership; the group said subsidies helped keep flights and asked residents to use the service to reduce the need for county subsidies.
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September 7, 2026 at 1:45 AM
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Residents are demanding transparency and public engagement on new data center policies that could shape the future of Elko County's economy.

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Residents urge greater public engagement as county works on data-center rules
At the Elko County Commission meeting, members of a new local group urged commissioners to adopt a highly public drafting process for a proposed data-center ordinance and to consider local impacts, including tax abatements cited in state law.
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September 7, 2026 at 1:44 AM
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Elko County is set to pass new credit-card fees onto ambulance customers as they adjust to rising costs and reassess mutual-aid agreements.

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Elko County to begin passing ambulance credit-card fees to customers; mutual-aid reassignment ratified
The county approved a vendor agreement to process ambulance credit-card payments (1.25% plus interchange fees, $20 monthly account connection fee) and intends to pass processing fees to customers; commissioners also ratified reassignment of a long-standing mutual-aid ambulance agreement to Mountain West Ambulance.
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September 7, 2026 at 1:59 AM
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The Nevada Supreme Court just upheld a ruling declaring parts of Assembly Bill 519 unconstitutional, setting a powerful precedent against targeted taxes in Elko County!

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Nevada Supreme Court strikes parts of AB 519; Elko County officials hail precedent
The Nevada Supreme Court upheld a lower court decision that found sections of Assembly Bill 519 (notably sections 2 and 8 and a portion of section 3) unconstitutional as written for Elko County; the county's DA counsel and commissioners praised the ruling as a precedent limiting narrow, targeted taxation windows.
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September 7, 2026 at 1:46 AM
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Ken's latest update reveals a significant unplanned outage in Winnemucca and exciting advancements in communications projects at Grindstone Mountain and Lamoille!

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Repair report: brief outages, Winnemucca outage Aug. 18, Grindstone and Lamoille work advancing
Ken reported minor outages, an unplanned 4–5 hour Winnemucca outage on Aug. 18, and a range of ongoing projects at Grindstone Mountain and Lamoille including foundations, RFQs awarded to Premier and NNE, and equipment staging at Eagle Communications.
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August 27, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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The board is ramping up pressure on Verizon and contractors to meet the looming October deadline for the Grindstone Mountain tower extension, but delays are raising concerns about whether it will actually happen this year.

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Board presses contractors and Verizon as Grindstone tower extension targets October deadline
Board members said they have been "pounding" contractors and Verizon to meet an October target for a tower extension at Grindstone. Contractors were said to be slow to respond; the board plans in‑person follow-ups and requested contractor closeout packages and red‑line drawings.
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August 27, 2026 at 1:24 PM
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Elko County residents are rallying for stricter rules on massive data centers, demanding clearer classifications and environmental safeguards to protect their resources.

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Residents urge Elko County to rewrite zoning rules for large data centers
Multiple Elko County residents urged commissioners to amend county code so large "hyperscale" data centers trigger heightened review, citing gaps in Elko County Code 4-9-6 and asking for thresholds tied to megawatts, water use and decommissioning assurances.
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August 27, 2026 at 8:56 AM
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Elko County officials have denied Mustang Transportation's permit for a controversial bus-parking site due to serious safety concerns raised by residents and planning staff.

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Planning commission denies Mustang Transportation permit amid Tonka Lane safety concerns
The Elko County Planning Commission denied a conditional use permit sought by Mustang Transportation for a bus-parking and fleet operations site on Tonka Lane after staff and residents raised access, traffic and safety concerns and noted the applicant had already begun operations without a permit.
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August 26, 2026 at 6:13 AM
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Elko County is gearing up to launch an Emergency Management Basic Academy in early 2027, offering crucial training for future emergency managers!

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Elko County to host Emergency Management Basic Academy in early 2027
Committee members heard that Elko County will host a three-week Emergency Management Basic Academy (three 1-week sessions) in early 2027 and an Advanced Academy in 2028; exact dates were not specified.
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August 23, 2026 at 12:33 AM
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Exciting wildlife initiatives are underway in Elko County, including a ruffed grouse transplant and a massive water-hauling effort to combat drought!

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NDOW Eastern Region outlines ruffed grouse transplant, guzzler water hauls and habitat treatments
Eastern Region staff reported plans to trap and transplant 25–30 ruffed grouse to Elk Mountain (Sept. 8–20), ongoing guzzler water-hauling operations (about 25,000 gallons total), and habitat treatments including herbicide application and removal of roughly 2,600 acres of pinyon-juniper near Cherry Springs.
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August 13, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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Big news for outdoor enthusiasts: the County Advisory Board has taken a major step toward establishing the Windermere Hills Cooperative Wildlife Management Area, unlocking access to over 23,000 acres for recreational use while ensuring wildlife protection!

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Advisory board backs Windermere Hills cooperative wildlife area designation and related policy updates
The County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife moved to support Commission Policy 65 and 66 (first reading) and approved Commission General Regulation 5.32 to formalize public access on a 23,084-acre Windermere Hills easement with seasonal access windows and use restrictions.
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August 13, 2026 at 12:09 PM
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Elko County commissioners are betting $5,000 on a bold plan to potentially reclaim over 5,400 acre-feet of groundwater, unlocking new opportunities for economic growth and housing!

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Board approves $5,000 contract to review reversal of groundwater-rights relinquishment
Commissioners approved up to $5,000 for Dixon Hydrological PLLC to assist in pursuing reversal of a 2023 relinquishment of an estimated 5,409 acre-feet of groundwater in the Dixie 10-mile basin; staff said the basin's status and a change in administration create an opening to seek reconsideration.
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August 13, 2026 at 12:13 PM
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Elko County Fire Chief Peterson reveals alarming wildfire activity, including a massive 6,100-acre blaze, and highlights the heroic efforts of crews and federal partners in the fight against these raging flames.

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Chief Peterson reports multiple Elko County wildfires, credits coordinated response
Elko County Fire Chief Peterson summarized recent wildfire activity — including an Antelope Creek blaze he estimated at about 6,100 acres — credited BLM and federal partners for initial attack, and described staffing strains and mutual-aid deployments to Ely.
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August 13, 2026 at 12:10 PM
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Commissioner Carr is set to pen critical letters to U.S. senators, addressing the urgent need for comprehensive immigration reform and proactive solutions for Nevada's nuclear waste policy.

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Commission directs Commissioner Carr to draft letters to U.S. senators on immigration and nuclear waste
Commissioner Carr was directed to compose letters to U.S. Sen. Cortez Masto on immigration reform and Sen. Rosen on nuclear-waste policy; the board approved the directive and asked for the drafts to be reviewed before final sending.
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August 13, 2026 at 12:11 PM
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Elko County's Advisory Board just greenlit a bold plan to relocate pronghorn and bighorn sheep, paving the way for new wildlife opportunities in Nevada!

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Elko CAB supports amendment to Biennial Big Game Release Plan including pronghorn and bighorn translocations
The CAB backed Amendment 1 to the Biennial Big Game Release Plan, supporting translocations including moving about 60 pronghorn from Area 4 to a release site and potential movement of up to 100 bighorn to the Colville Reservation; NDOW said some captures are underway and pathogen-screening will guide final site choice.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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Elko County is taking a bold step in wildlife management by proposing a new Elk Management Subcommittee aimed at adapting population goals based on real-time data!

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Elko CAB backs adaptive Elk Species Management Plan and creation of Elk Management Subcommittee
The Elko County Advisory Board voted to support an addendum to the Elk Species Management Plan that creates a six-member Elk Management Subcommittee to review annual population objectives and allow limited (±10%) annual adjustments based on updated survey and harvest data. NDOW staff presented survey findings and members debated huntable-ground vs.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:24 AM
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Elko County Commissioners are taking action to enhance public safety and support local veterans with new proclamations and strategic appointments – find out what else was decided in their latest meeting!

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Elko County commissioners approve proclamations, multiple contracts and letters in Nov. 3 meeting
At its Nov. 3 meeting the Elko County Board of Commissioners approved proclamations for Crash Responder Safety Week and Veterans Day, appointed planning commissioners, adopted procurement and personnel actions, authorized policy letters on federal rulemaking and beef imports, and accepted a donated vehicle for a child advocacy program.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:03 AM
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Elko County is stepping up for mental health by declaring September 2025 as Suicide Prevention Month, uniting the community with a theme of "Changing the Narrative on Suicide."

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Elko County declares September 2025 suicide prevention month to raise awareness
Elko County proclaims September 2025 as suicide prevention month to promote community engagement.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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Elko County residents are demanding clearer communication about power outages after recent confusion left local businesses in the dark.

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NV Energy Officials Address Public Concerns Over Power Outages in Elko
Residents express concerns about power outages and communication during NV Energy meeting.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:20 AM
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Big changes are brewing in Jackpot as the Elko County Board greenlights a new liquor license for Hilltop Pizza and Bar, igniting excitement for local business growth!

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Elko County Board Approves Liquor License for Hilltop Pizza and Bar in Jackpot
Board grants liquor license approval to Michael and Sarah Boffla for Hilltop Pizza and Bar.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:19 AM
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Elko County is uniting for mental health awareness this September with a vibrant walk and vital training sessions aimed at preventing suicide and fostering community support.

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Elko County Hosts Suicide Awareness Walk and Training Events in September
Community-raised awareness events aim to prevent suicides and support affected families.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:18 AM
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Elko County is tackling urgent issues from mental health resources to wildfire management, highlighting innovative community initiatives that can save lives and protect our land.

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Elko County Fire Chief Reports on Wildfire Season and Rancher Liaison Program Success
Fire Chief Matt Peterson discusses wildfire responses and rancher collaboration in Elko County.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:17 AM