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We had 26/100 of an inch of precipitation yesterday in that rain/snow mix. We might see more coming on thursday, but today, sunshine and 52 for a high.
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Five candidates filed for office in White Pine County. Burton Hilton filed for reelection as County Assessor, Deputy Todd Fincher filed for Sheriff, Melissa Brown filed for District Attorney which would be her first elected term, Chrissie Shady filed for County Recorder, and Brigette E Saltarelli filed for the Hospital board. Meanwhile, in Ely, Jerri Lynn Williams-Harper filed for reelection to the Ely City Council. Filings are open through March 13th.
Five candidates have officially filed to run for Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District seat, recently vacated by longtime Republican Congressman Mark Amodei, who announced his retirement last month.
As of Monday afternoon, three Republicans and two Democrats had entered the race.
On the Republican side, candidates include Thomas Doyle, former Eureka County Sheriff Jesse James Watts, and Jennifer Billat.
Democratic candidates who have filed include John Kerns and Kathy Durham.
The race is expected to draw significant attention as candidates compete to represent Nevada’s sprawling northern district in Congress.
Three candidates filed for the Governor's race on the first day of filing: Matthew Rian Winterhawk, Jose M. Zelaya, and Irina Hansen, all Republicans, have lined up to oppose incumbent Joe Lombardo, who has not filed yet. In the Seventh Circuit Court, Steven Dobrescu filed for re-election to Department 1, while Jane Eberhardy and Dylan V. Frehner filed to succeed Gary Fairman in Department 2.
In other races, Stavros Anthony filed for reelection as Lieutenant Governor, and Sharron Angle and Soccuro Keena filed for Secretary of State.
The White Pine County Sheriff’s Office responded to a wide range of calls over the weekend.
Deputies investigated two separate reports of reckless drivers, but in both cases the vehicles had left the area before law enforcement arrived. A traffic stop in Ely led to the arrest of 39-year-old Anthony Apodaca-Buckner for driving under the influence. Bail was set at $2,125.
Other calls included trespassing, threats against a public official — which remains under investigation — a reported theft involving a stolen credit card, and two separate juvenile incidents.
Deputies also responded to a report of a death in Ruth. Authorities say Holly B. Manor passed away at her home due to natural causes.
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The Elko community is mourning the loss of longtime public servant Jim Conner.
Conner faithfully served on the Elko City Council, where he played a key role in helping guide and strengthen the city. In addition to his work on the council, he spent many years serving as a court bailiff, earning a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and a steady presence in the courtroom.
The Elko Police Department says Conner’s commitment to the citizens of Elko and his strong support of local law enforcement left a lasting impact on the community.
He is remembered as a dedicated public servant who cared deeply about the people he served.
Condolences are being extended to his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.