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Drought, fires and sage grouse dominate Western Governors’ meeting

Western states’ governors tackle drought at forum

INCLINE VILLAGE — Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval welcomed water experts and managers from around the West on Tuesday to scenic Lake Tahoe, where they reviewed a final report on dealing with drought and meeting the myriad challenges that come with competing demands for a dwindling resource.

Amateur radio buffs to take part in emergency event Saturday

In a world so dependent on technology, especially cell phones, one may worry about what happens when an emergency strikes and cell service is down.

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Nevada senator to return white supremacist’s donation

Nevada GOP Sen. Dean Heller’s campaign will return a $500 campaign contribution received in 2012 from the leader of a white supremacist group mentioned by the alleged killer of nine people in a Charleston, South Carolina church.

DOE probes recent radiation exposure in test site incidents

WASHINGTON — The Department of Energy has launched investigations into two incidents over the past year where workers at the Nevada National Security Site were exposed to potential contamination while conducting nuclear weapons activities.

Beatty resident chases down carjacking suspect

Beatty resident Miguel Mendoza knew he had to risk his own property and safety to help capture an alleged carjacker outside of town.

High court awards fireman 3.5 years pay and job back

The Nevada Supreme Court issued an order of reversal of a lower court’s upholding of the firing of a local fireman in 2011, which will financially reward him for time missed.

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