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LIT Program teaches local teens to become valuable members of the work force
'The Club,' the portion of the Boys and Girls Club of Mason Valley set aside for teens only, is sending locals out into the community this summer to learn job skills by working as an employee of businesses through the Club's Leaders in Training Program.
UNR challenges credibility of report on agriculture
The 'credibility' of socio-economic data provided recently by Nevada Agriculture Department Director Tony Lesperance, Ph.D, was challenged during UNR/DRI research project presentations in Yerington last week and the report was labeled as being based on 'faulty premises'. Dr.
First Bitterbrush Jackpot Stock Dog Trial to be held in SV
Submitted Story On July 18 at Dresssler Park Arena Lisa Edwards from Gardnerville will be hosting a stock dog trial at Dressler Park in Smith Valley.
Former Smith Valley runner continues strong 2009 season
Former Smith Valley resident Wade Meddles continues to shine in the 3200 races at some large track meets featuring many of the top track athletes from the west coast.
Number of Mason, Smith valley maintenance projects on NDOT 2010 list
Several maintenance projects in Mason and Smith valleys are planned as part of a proposed highway projects list for FY 2010 approved last month by the Lyon County Board of Commissioners.
Republicans overlooking quality in candidates to keep same old guard in place
Theoretically, everyone is entitled to run for any office they wish, but in practicality, it isn't true.
Conlin appointed to library board
The Lyon County Board of Commissioners approved the appointment of Linda Conlin of Silver Springs to the Lyon County Library Board of Trustees.
The Wonders of the Word await you at SV Bible school
Submitted Article St. John's Catholic Church Summer Vacation Bible School presents 'The Wonder of the Word awaits you'. What: Discovery Canyon Catholic Vacation Bible School Where: St.
'Be Creative at Your Library' at Summer Reading Program at Smith Valley Library
Submitted Story The Smith Valley Library's 2009 Summer Reading Program began on June 18 with 'Music Rhythm' activities by Connie Kretschmer.
Removal of thousands of acre feet of upstream Walker River water designed to "restore" Walker Lake would: "Simply destroy the entire socio-economic structure of the area for an agricultural production standpoint"; Result in an economic impact of somewhere of up to $98,868,000 annually to Lyon County and the surrounding areas; "Makes about as much ...
Top livestock handlers emerge at Lyon County show
Submitted The Lyon County Jr. Livestock Show was a great success. All areas of Lyon County were represented by 68 4-H and FFA exhibitors.
Two TV stations still aired from local translators
Mason Valley residents who receive their television through standard antennas and rabbit ears from signals relayed from translators had a mixed bag this past weekend when the federal government-mandated conversion to digital format broadcasts.
Smith Valley Views: Lots of Rain and Proper Send Offs
Lots of Rain and Proper Send Offs By Megan Hunewill-Wright I'm sorry to say that it has been many weeks since I have put any word in this section.
County approves interlocal agreement for emergency response
Despite a few expressed concerns, the Lyon County Board of Commissioners approved an interlocal agreement with three fire districts in the county for coverage of land not within any district boundaries, and it is expected to approve one with the fourth fire district at its next meeting.
Night in the Country fans from Salt Lake, Sacramento, all acros Nevada & more
Have you ever wondered where all the people come from who attend the annual Night in the Country Music Festival in Yerington? Well, for example, last year a couple came all the way from Liverpool, England to experience "an authentic country music concert". Other fans traveled from the southern United States.
SV Commencement speakers give address without speaking
Perhaps getting back at the students when they didn't listen to their requests, the two guest speakers for the 2009 Smith Valley School Commencement said they weren't going to speak and instead gave a non-verbal address using signs and a video presentation.
Smith Valley CERT Club forming
Submitted Story A Community Emergency Response Training Club is forming in Smith Valley.
County approves transfer of grant for youth summer program in Silver Springs
With limited comment, the Lyon County Board of Commissioners June 4 approved the transfer of a 21st Century grant from the federal government to the Boys & Girls Club of Mason Valley to operate the summer program in Silver Springs.
Sagebrush Serenade on tap for June 27
The Smith Valley FFA Alumni Association's 3rd Annual Sagebrush Serenade Cowboy Poetry and Music event will be held on Saturday, June 27, from 3:00-9:00 p.m. at Dressler Park in Wellington.
Evasovic, Whitacre and Faber to fill seats on City Council
Although they do not become official until they are approved at the next meeting of the Yerington City Council, the results of the City of Yerington Municipal election, held Tuesday, June 2, are in.
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