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295 conversations with the people and organizations of Elko County and Northeastern Nevada, newest first.
Episode 55Laura Oslund (Part 2)In Part II, Executive Director of PACE Coalition, Laura Oslund, details the challenges Elko, Eureka, and White Pine Counties face regarding substance use and mental health emergencies, especially in youth populations, and how PACE is working to address these.
Episode 54Laura Oslund (Part One)“Healthy Communities … Whatever It Takes.” In Part I, Executive Director of PACE Coalition, Laura Oslund, gives an in-depth description of PACE Coalition’s mission in Elko, Eureka, and White Pine Counties, and how she became invested in building strong and safe communities.
Episode 53Jeff Williams & Joe LossandeTravel back to the Old West with the Fort Halleck Volunteers Cowboy Action Club. Hear from Joe Lossande (Rusty Ravine) and Jeff Williams (Wells Willie) about the romance of this shooting sport found right here Elko County.
Episode 52Seth Jones (Part 2)In Part II, Seth Jones describes his military service in Afghanistan. Seth walks us through the physical and mental challenges he faced after being injured in the service of the United States.
Episode 51Seth Jones (Part One)In Part I, Seth Jones talks about his childhood in Tennessee, his love of Nevada, and his work as a Cyber Security Specialist.
Episode 50Katie KrenkaPumpkin spice and Everything nice! Join Everything Elko for their 11th annual Pumpkin Festival October 14 – 15, 2023. Katie Krenka shares how Everything Elko magazine came to be and how she keeps the community informed through this publication.
Episode 49Bob & Chris BurrowsBob & Chris Burrows share their inspiration to build a ministry camp at the southern end of the majestic Ruby Mountains below Sherman Peak where young people can recreate and worship in God’s creation.
Episode 48Sandy BeelerWith her quick wit, brilliant timing, and contagious laugh, Sandy Beeler of Global One Media is a favorite on air. In true Sandy fashion, she hits a variety of topics including how she made a career out of radio.
Episode 47Leslie Goicoechea & Trisha WebbCommunities In Schools is addressing the needs of students and families through school support, academic assistance, nutrition supplementation, and mental health programs. Hear how community partnerships are necessary for the health of rural Nevada.
Episode 46Lamoille Women’s ClubMaureen Nolen, Pam Osmonson, and Joyce Kay outline the Community Improvement Projects of the Lamoille Women’s Club over the last 100 years. The Club’s devotion to Northeastern Nevada’s cultural heritage, community service, and female comradery is a testament to the strength of the region’s women.
Episode 45Gayle & Martha McCoyDid you know there’s a spectacular hot air balloon festival in Elko, NV, each September? Gayle and Martha McCoy describe the 2023 Ruby Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival and how they one day, out of the clear blue sky, became hooked on ballooning.
Episode 44Robin NuñezRegistrar Robin Nuñez preserves artifacts and objects within the collection of the Northeastern Nevada Museum. Robin’s expertise in archaeology and history helps her make meaningful connections across the Northeastern Nevada region and beyond.
Episode 43Jacklyn OrrSince 2002, the Nevada Outdoor School has been educating all ages about the natural world and responsible outdoor stewardship. Communications and Marketing Specialist Jacklyn Orr details the fun programs and activities available to Winnemucca and Elko communities.
Episode 42Julie RobertsonJulie Robertson is the Elko Regional Manager for JOIN, Inc., a non-profit organization created to meet workforce needs in communities across Nevada while helping to break the cycle of poverty.
Episode 41Bob HeguyIndependence and resolve were a way of life at the Heguy Ranch in northern Nevada. Bob Heguy talks about his Basque roots and his time on the trails.
Episode 40Steve BurrowsNortheaster Nevada Regional Hospital Director of Community Relations, Steve Burrows, shares updates from the hospital and how he became involved with community outreach.
Episode 39Terri Clark
Episode 38Elko Lions ClubAs a chapter in the world’s largest service club organization, the Elko Lions Club positively impacts our community through kindness and humanitarian services. Learn from A.J. Hull and Marie Manning why Lions has been an indomitable force in Elko for 85 years and counting.
Episode 37Ben CortezBen Cortez details the great things the Elko Kiwanis Club is doing in the community, and Cami takes a moment to outline the upcoming Elko Community Concert Association’s 2023-24 Season.
Episode 36Toni MendiveToni Mendive is true blue, Nevada, through and through. She shares about “old Elko,” Basque ranching traditions, and her work as the Northeastern Nevada Museum Archivist.
Episode 35Cadie HatchIn Part One, Cadie Hatch discusses her formal education and how this disappointing experience drove her to enroll in The Mission Driven Mom—an academy for women seeking a “Mission Driven Life.”
Episode 34Mandy SimonsElko City Councilwoman Mandy Simons discusses matters from July 25 and August 8, 2023, City Council Agendas. Hear about why she ran for office and her service on the Arts and Culture Advisory Board.
Episode 33Dave StarbuckDave Starbuck’s passion for prospecting began as a boy during gold panning outings with his grandmother. Later, he would use his mine engineering profession to pursue a deeper vein of gold seeking.
Episode 32Ken Holt (Part Two)In Part II, Ken Holt, former Nevada State Manager of the California Pacific National Telephone Company talks about his longtime career and his eventual promotion to Area Manager.