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Wednesday, November 12, 2025

11-12 News - Northern Lights revisit White Pine County

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 Look for cloudy skies today ahead of a weather system pushing through tomorrow that could bring rain on Friday.   Look for highs today around 62.


 Northern Nevada residents were treated to a rare sight Tuesday night as the northern lights lit up the sky in shades of green, purple, and red. The display was caused by the strongest solar flare of 2025, pushing the aurora well south of its usual Arctic range. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a G4 geomagnetic storm watch, warning of strong solar activity through the week. The northern lights were even visible as far south as Alabama.

If you missed it – like I did – a couple of photos of what Ely resident Lori Drew and McGill resident Brian Pay saw are up on our web page at kely1230.com



Will the County Commission finally get the Duck Pond project right?  The White Pine County Commission will consider a new contract with Reck Brothers for a redesign of the previously bungled project, with a full project review expected in December. The original contractor went out of business before completing the job.

Also on Today's agenda, commissioners will hear from three agencies on property and liability insurance under the state’s Public Insurance Pool. They’ll also revisit a new water use agreement with the City of Ely for the golf course, after the previous deal expired October 31st. The county has been exploring ways to use existing water sources instead of treated city water for more than a year.

Roads Superintendent Martin Troutt will ask approval to purchase a rock crusher for $455,000, a move he says will save money over leasing equipment. The county has spent more than $300,000 on rentals in the past three years.

Commissioners will also look to hire a realtor to market county property at 27 Connors Court and discuss shifting landfill billing from city utility bills to the county property tax system.

The meeting starts at 9 a.m. this morning in the Library Conference Room.


The Ely City Council will take up the proposed land swap with the White Pine County Commission at its meeting on Thursday. That land swap would give the County the back 9 of the current Golf Course in exchange for a plot of land in the city which could be developed for housing.  Council members will also discuss the idea of shifting landfill billing from city utility bills to the county property tax rolls.

The agenda also includes accepting the resignation of Building Official Don Hendrickson and considering the hiring of Chris Flannery as his replacement. Flannery previously served in a similar role with White Pine County from 2006 to 2014 before moving to Las Vegas to start a home inspection business.

The City Council meets Thursday at 5 p.m. in the Volunteer Fire Hall.


Governor Joe Lombardo could call Nevada lawmakers back to Carson City as soon as tomorrow for a special legislative session. The governor announced plans last month to address what he called “unfinished business,” but the final agenda is still being worked out.

Sources tell The Nevada Independent Lombardo’s crime bill, which failed in the final minutes of the regular session, is expected to be revived. Other possible topics include health care funding, brewery regulations, and cybersecurity.

Lombardo’s office says the official proclamation outlining the session’s timing and agenda will be released once details are finalized.


Nevada’s largest teachers union is backing Governor Joe Lombardo for re-election. The Clark County Education Association, which represents more than 18,000 educators, announced its endorsement Monday. CCEA President Marie Neisess called Lombardo an “education governor,” citing his $2.5 billion investment in public schools, teacher pay raises, and 21 bills aimed at improving educator safety.


The seven states that depend on the Colorado River missed Tuesday’s deadline to reach a new water conservation agreement. The river has faced more than two decades of drought, losing over a million acre-feet of water to evaporation each year.

Negotiators from Arizona, California, Nevada, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming have spent two years trying to reach a deal before current water use guidelines expire at the end of the year. The Bureau of Reclamation says it will step in and set allocations if no agreement is reached.

Southern Nevada Water Authority spokesman Bronson Mack says the federal government is allowing more time for talks and credits Nevada’s strong conservation efforts for keeping the state’s water supply secure.

Still, the possibility of another Water Grab from our water remains top of mind.  


The Nevada DMV is warning residents about a fake website posing as the agency’s official site. Officials say the fraudulent page uses a chatbot to trick users into booking appointments, asking for Social Security numbers, ID information, and even charging a fee — something the DMV never does.

Director Tonya Laney reminds Nevadans that all DMV appointments are free and urges people to verify they’re on a “.gov” website before entering any personal information. Anyone who encounters the scam is asked to report it to the Federal Trade Commission.


A new study shows Nevada drivers see some of the biggest insurance rate hikes in the nation after a speeding ticket. LendingTree ranks Nevada third behind California and Michigan for the largest premium increases.

Nationwide, rates rise an average of about $525 a year after a ticket, but in Nevada, that jump averages nearly $875. Younger drivers are hit hardest, with 20-year-olds seeing premiums rise more than $1,100.

Experts recommend shopping around for quotes, raising deductibles, or using diversion programs to reduce costs.


The Mega Millions jackpot is nearing the billion-dollar mark again. No one matched all six numbers in Tuesday’s drawing, pushing Friday’s jackpot to an estimated $965 million, or $445 million cash. It’s the eighth time in the game’s history the prize has approached a billion dollars.

In Tuesday’s drawing, more than 800,000 tickets won smaller prizes totaling nearly $28 million. The top secondary prize went to a ticket in Arizona worth $5 million, while two others in Iowa and New York won $3 million each. Friday’s drawing will be the 40th since the last jackpot was won in June.



Tuesday, November 11, 2025

11-11 News - Elko Authorities looking for missing teen


 Our next chance for any precipitation is on Thursday, but for today mostly fair skies.   Look for highs today around 68.


Family members are still searching for 16-year-old Shyann “Shy” Dickinson of Elko, who’s been missing since May 3rd. Her father, Zachery Dickinson, says she left home after learning she’d been signed up for military school. He says Shyann may be in Nevada, Utah, Arizona, or Texas, and police have received leads suggesting she could be in Mesa, Arizona.

Shyann is described as 5-foot-6, 160 pounds, with long curly auburn hair, brown eyes, tattoos, and a nose piercing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Elko County Sheriff’s Office at 775-738-3421.

 

The long-stalled Duck Pond project may finally move forward. The White Pine County Commission will consider a new contract with Reck Brothers for a redesign, with a full project review expected in December. The original contractor went out of business before completing the job.

Also on Wednesday’s agenda, commissioners will hear from three agencies on property and liability insurance under the state’s Public Insurance Pool. They’ll also revisit a new water use agreement with the City of Ely for the golf course, after the previous deal expired October 31st. The county has been exploring ways to use existing water sources instead of treated city water for more than a year.

Roads Superintendent Martin Troutt will ask approval to purchase a rock crusher for $455,000, a move he says will save money over leasing equipment. The county has spent more than $300,000 on rentals in the past three years.

Commissioners will also look to hire a realtor to market county property at 27 Connors Court and discuss shifting landfill billing from city utility bills to the county property tax system.

The meeting starts at 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Library Conference Room.



The Ely City Council will take up the proposed land swap with the White Pine County Commission at its meeting Thursday. Council members will also discuss the idea of shifting landfill billing from city utility bills to the county property tax rolls.

The agenda also includes accepting the resignation of Building Official Don Hendrickson and considering the hiring of Chris Flannery as his replacement. Flannery previously served in a similar role with White Pine County from 2006 to 2014 before moving to Las Vegas to start a home inspection business.

The City Council meets Thursday at 5 p.m. in the Volunteer Fire Hall.


The White Pine County Sheriff’s Office handled a busy few days of calls from Thursday through Saturday.

Deputies responded to several reports involving students, including threats at a local school, a juvenile runaway later found safe, and a case involving an inappropriate video that was referred to Juvenile Probation.

Search and Rescue crews were also activated Thursday after hunters were reported lost near the county line, but all were located safely.

Officers handled multiple disturbance and harassment complaints in Ely, along with cases of vandalism involving vehicles and homes being egged.

Over the weekend, deputies recovered a firearm found in an attic, investigated a hit-and-run accident in a business parking lot, and responded to a domestic disturbance where both parties were advised to keep the peace.

The White Pine County Sheriff’s Office handled a range of calls Sunday.

Deputies investigated reports of someone screaming for help outside a home but found no one in distress. A tragic call came from the county where 47-year-old Andrew A. Singh of Ely was found dead from self-inflicted injuries.

Other reports included harassment between juveniles, a dog bite at a local healthcare facility, and two vehicle accidents in Ely—one a hit-and-run and another involving an unattended vehicle that rolled into another car.

Deputies also looked into a theft of animals that were later recovered, and helped a resident seeking protection from a family member.


Authorities say 71-year-old Cheryl Davis has been found safe after being reported missing last Friday. Her vehicle was discovered overturned and unoccupied along Highway 6 between Tonopah and Bishop around 11 a.m. Davis had left her phone in the car, leading investigators to believe she may have been picked up by another vehicle. A missing person report and Silver Alert were issued through Inyo County before officials confirmed she had gotten a ride and was safe.





The Nevada State Treasurer’s Office will hold its annual Unclaimed Property Auction online through November 17th at online at JJKane.com.

Items up for bid include jewelry, collectible coins, watches, and other valuables turned over to the state. The auction is held each year as required by law.

All proceeds are credited to the rightful owner’s account and can be claimed at any time by the owner or their heirs. 



The Wild Sheep Foundation will bring its 49th annual “Sheep Show” to Reno January 22nd through 24th. The event runs at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center and the Peppermill, featuring more than 95,000 square feet of exhibits, seminars, and nightly auctions.

The show raises millions for wild sheep and wildlife conservation across North America. Visitors can browse outdoor gear, art, and taxidermy, or attend free seminars on hunting, backcountry fitness, and wild game cooking.

A free Youth Wildlife Conservation Experience happens Saturday, January 24th, from 10 to 4. Admission is $25 at the door or $20 online in advance.



 

Monday, November 10, 2025

11-10 News - County Commission, City council to meet this week

 In today's Headlines:


The Duck Pond project may finally get fixed. The White Pine County Commission will consider approving a contract to Reck Brothers in the redesign of the Duck Pond project.  A full review of the project may take place in December. 

The original project was bid by a different local contracting company that has since gone out of business. 

The White Pine County Commission will also be hearing presentations from three agencies on property and liability insurance under the state Public Insurance Pool at their Wednesday meeting.  The county will also try to figure out a new Water Use Agreement with the city of Ely for the Golf Course since the existing agreement expired on October 31st.    The County has been trying to figure out how to use existing resources rather than relying on treated City Water for the golf course for more than a year. 

The County will hear from Roads Superintendent Martin Troutt who is seeking approval to award a bid to buy a rock crusher approved in the 2026 transit budget for $455,000, rather than leasing crushers as they have in the past.  According to Troutt, the county has spent over $300,000 on leased crushers over the past three years.  

The Commission is set to select a realtor to market the property at 27 Connors Court and to consider evaluating the feasibility of the county taking over landfill billing from the City of Ely utility bills to an assessment on property tax bills.


The Ely City Council will have the land swap with the County Commission on their agenda for Thursday’s meeting.  The city will also consider evaluating the feasibility of the county taking over landfill billing from the City of Ely utility bills to an assessment on property tax bills.

The city will also consider accepting the resignation of Don Hendrickson as city building official and hiring Chris Flannery to replace Hendrickson.  Flannery held a similar position with White Pine County before relocating to Las Vegas to open a home inspection business.  The City Council will meet Thursday at 5pm in the Volunteer Fire Hall.  


The White Pine County Sheriff’s office and other responders held a mock training exercise on Sunday.  Rumours that the exercise was reality spread rapidly as the only notice of the event was a Facebook post.  Our phones here at KELY blew up with people wanting to know what was going on.  When asked about the failure to notify people apart from the Facebook post to alert people, Sheriff Scott Henroid had a two word reply to our email.  Oops.  Sorry.  


The Ladycats Volleyball team fought hard at the 2A State Tournament Friday, sending 2A North top seed North Tahoe home in five sets.  Unfortunately, the rematch with 2A Southern champs GV Christian ended the same as the Southern Championship game with a 3 set win for Guardians to take the 2A Titles.  Your Ladycats however, take second in the State 2A Tournament.  A strong finish to a tough season. 


Nevada Senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto voted Sunday to support a deal ending the 40-day federal government shutdown.

The Senate approved the measure 60 to 40, advancing a House-passed resolution that would reopen the government and fund key departments through next September.

Both Democrats said the shutdown hurt working families and federal employees. Rosen said she backed the deal after securing a commitment for a vote on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits and full funding for SNAP benefits.

Cortez Masto said reopening the government allows Congress to move forward on a full bipartisan budget and restore cuts made by the Trump administration. The measure now heads to the House and then to President Trump for final approval.


Monday, October 20, 2025

White Pine County Commission proposed (third) Agenda policy

 The White Pine County Commission is hoping that the third time is a charm as they try to put together a policy to ensure the Commissioners have no fewer than three business days to read and digest an agenda, even though the three business days is already required by the Open Meetings Laws.  The proposed new policy, which we have posted on our Facebook page, also requires that all backup material for the agendas must accompany the agenda, and if they don’t, the agenda items will be tabled.   The new policy places the responsibility on the County Clerk to ensure that these steps are followed.  Advisory boards are exempt from the policy.  The policy is reproduced below. 


Monday, October 6, 2025

The Shutdown affects us as well.

Every quarter, we're required to publish documents to show that we're operating in the Public Interest, Conveneince, and Necessity. But we can't publish those documents to the FCC website because of, you know, the Shutdown. Though why the Shutdown is screwing with a website makes no sense to me. So to make it simple for you - since the FCC isn't - here's our monthly filing.  

Here's a link to our Third Quarter Issues List.



Just more of the useless crap that the Federal Communications Commision requires of Broadcast stations that isn't required by other media...