Hawthorne The Week of June 29, 2017 America’s Patriotic Home Mineral County

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community | 2 opinion | 10 Walker Lake Day brings good crowd Dems wrong in effort to gag free speech

a boy lost 44 years later, case of missing Hawthorne child remains cold

Editor’s note: The Mineral County inches; he had been wearing a dress shirt, the area. The Churchill County Sheriff’s Independent-News takes a look at a tragic white in color with a paisley type design Office would be contacted. cold case from 1973 (fairly common during that time) with blue Upon the body, were the clothes that By Heidi Bunch jeans and shoes that contained a buckle. person had last worn. A white shirt with a MCIN Staff His Mineral County High School photo paisley type design and blue jeans. taken when school started that year shows It would take nearly a month for the state On Nov. 14, 1973, crowds of well-wishers Jones with a large smile on his face. This pathologist to confirm that the body was cheered for Princess Anne and Captain would be the last picture the family of that of a 15-year-old male. He had died of a Mark Phillips as they wed in the Westmin- Jones would have of the missing boy. skull fracture. The Churchill County Sher- ster Abbey in England, but in Hawthorne, Months would go by. Nothing about iff’s office reported to the Fallon Eagle- a boy was lost. the missing child would be in the Min- Standard that the youth had been killed Last seen on that Wednesday night eral County Independent and Hawthorne elsewhere and dumped in the desert. around 7:30 p.m. near the El Capitan Ca- News. Christmas would pass, then Eas- The parents of Michael (Vivian “Rocky” sino, where he worked as a bus boy, Mi- ter. No calls home. He would miss family and Dorothy) would celebrate his six- chael David Jones would not be heard or events and special moments. teenth birthday on Oct. 14 without their seen live, again. Almost a year later, in Churchill County, son. No “sweet 16” celebration would be A photo taken at Mineral County The 15-year-old boy with brown hair, a near Brady Hot Springs (between Fallon had by these parents. They would not be High School of then 15-year-old cowlick towards the back of his head which and Lovelock) on Sept. 17, 1974, the skeletal preparing for their child to drive. Instead – Michael David Jones was the last made his hair stand up near the part, had remains of a human were found by a State they waited. known picture of the boy who blue eyes and an innocent looking face. of Nevada Highway Department surveyor went missing on Nov. 14, 1973. Small in stature, he was only five foot, five who had been checking survey markers in > See JONES, Page 11

community esmeralda county Search & Rescue saves injured man on Boundary Peak By Heidi Bunch MCIN Staff

Mineral County Search & Rescue (SAR) made a success- ful rescue after a California man found himself stranded on the top of Boundary Peak in neigh- boring Esmeralda County. SAR was called out on Wednesday, June 21 in the mid-afternoon after a 911 dis- patch call to Esmeralda County was made informing the dis- patcher that the California man was stranded near the peak of Boundary and had suffered in- juries while hiking. He was ac- Courtesy photo Sheri Samson companied by his dog but was Mineral County Search & Res- Hawthorne’s Michael Stephens is heavily involved in local youth sports, and is also the man be- hiking solo. cue volunteer Jeremy Williams hind bringing back the 4th of July fireworks show. Esmeralda County has been is photographed by fellow using the Mineral County volunteer Russell Blinco on Search & Rescue team for a few the steep terrain of Boundary years and through those expe- Peak. The group was on its Local man uses own life lessons to riences, a group of three SAR way to reach a stranded hiker members have become quite that was injured last Wednes- familiar with the terrain and day. help guide Mineral County youths routes on the mountain. Boundary Peak is the highest low members Jeremy Williams and that was Ann Kee. “Local involvement means point in the state of Nevada at and Russell Blinco, to guide the Stephens behind “When I screwed up, she early morning trips away, trav- 13,147 feet. The extreme eleva- rescuers out after dark. showed me how I could do bet- eling to games that aren’t nearby tion changes can cause prob- A command post was set 4th of July ter. I knew I could go to her with and a lot of out-of-pocket costs, lems with hikers not acclimated up on Boundary Peak to help anything and never feel judged but it is so worth it. I count it to the area, causing altitude communicate with the hikers fireworks show because she believed in me. all as a dedication toward see- sickness. The terrain can be while a member remained in By Sheri Samson That’s what kids need - espe- ing the goals of our local kids tricky due to the rugged terrain. Hawthorne trying to get the as- MCIN Correspondent cially when their home life and met and my own family reach- The hiker was only a few hun- sistance of a helicopter to help circumstances aren’t perfect. ing experiences they normally dred feet from the peak when he bring down the injured. One never knows how a Everyone needs someone they wouldn’t have.” was rescued. The three hikers were able to young boy will turn out when trust who really cares about When Stephens graduated, Able to pinpoint the hiker’s reach the California man where he is raised by a single mother in them and she taught me how he had a full ride to the Uni- location, SAR was dispatched they evaluated him for shock, a fatherless home, but Michael to help kids like I do now,” Ste- versity of Washington to play to the mountain to begin the assessed his injuries and helped Stephens used his own child- phens shared. football with the Huskies, but long and grueling trek to find to get his body temperature hood experiences to strengthen With a passion for sports and admittedly bad choices put the injured man. back up before making their him as the father and mentor he kids, Stephens has found his him working a minimal job in Knowing the amount of time way back down the mountain. is today. way into the hearts of local chil- Reno for a few years, until he that was needed to make it to After securing the injury and When he graduated from dren and teens who may never returned to Hawthorne to assist the peak from the trailhead finding a walking stick, the Mineral County High School in have had the chance to play his mother. (and noting that night and a party made their way down the 1998, he admits having rough team sports. As a family man, Stephens worked with YCAC storm were coming fast) SAR mountain – while waiting for times and not always making his own children are immersed (Young Citizens Activity Cen- member James Richards inge- air support. good choices, but he credits one into seasonal sports, with an ter) and within the school sys- niously snapped glow sticks Following the glow sticks, the school mentor for believing in emphasis in football and bas- and dropped them along the him throughout his journey ketball. > See STEPHENS, Page 3 trail on the way up behind fel- > See RESCUE, Page 2 Page 2 Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of June 29, 2017 your seven-day forecast

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Walker Lake Day brings good crowd

By Sheri Samson MCIN Correspondent

Over 20 kayaks, paddle boards and boats were lined up at Monument Beach for a sponsored Walker Lake Day in the sun on Saturday. With shade covers erected and a trough full of iced water and sodas, the shoreline was an inviting spot of enjoyment as a family day. Assisting in making this happen were the efforts of the 9/11 Memorial Mt. Grant Challenge group, the local Lion’s Club, Mineral County Search & Rescue with Sheri Samson Glenn Bunch available in the county A group of kayakers enjoy a beautiful boat and many attending were from the day at Walker Lake Saturday. Courtesy photo Sportsmans Club. They shared the same Mineral County Search & Rescue volunteers, James Richards, Russell Blinco and intentions in mind – “create a commu- weekend of Sept. 9, as a remembrance to Jeremy Williams, take a quick “selfie” while waiting for an injured hiker to warm nity event at the county beach to cele- the 9/11 Memorial. up prior to making their way off Boundary Peak. brate the excitement of rising waters and “This is the pre-kickoff toward the spur on the return of lake recreation.” marathon dream we see the Challenge us,” Richards continued. Vehicles lined up on the leveled ar- becoming. Each year it is growing larger Joining Richards, Williams told the In- eas, with children bounding toward the since it started in 2011. We didn’t begin Rescue dependent-News, “Boundary is always a water to join in different water-related our efforts thinking it would grow as it continued from Page 1 tough area for search. The SAR team is choices. Kids were encouraged to try has, but many of us want it to start as a very efficient in the planning and the -as floating in a kayak, as they were pushed kayaking across the lake, then the hike party made it to a large opening where cent of the mountain. Our overall goal is by adults or paddling out alone with an up to the top point, then bicycle down for the aircraft could land safely, only to be always to make sure all parties get off the oar. The available kayaks had been sup- those marathon athletes participating. informed by their member that the air- mountain in a safe condition.” plied by local individuals willing to share Since the Challenge keeps snowballing craft was still two hours away. It was Russell Blinco would describe the ex- the sport with others that had attended. with people coming in from the U.S. and decided by all involved that the aircraft perience as, “Always a beautiful moun- With the lake water providing a smooth, other countries, we need to think bigger would be cancelled and the party would tain to hike when searching for an in- glassy surface the kayakers were ventur- to create even more interest for those continue to walk out. jured or missing hiker, but it can also ing well out into the deepest water to en- outdoor, adventure seekers,” Womack The rescuers were able to deliver the show you how fast it turns into a life or joy the fulfillment of morning fun. shared. man and his dog back to the safety of his death situation.” Spokesman Dave Womack explained Womack, himself a dedicated kayak vehicle without further injury. Richards would conclude, “I am very that a $7,000 tourism grant was given enthusiast, shared that he had com- Mineral County Vice President Den- proud of our team and what we did that toward marketing the lake and for the nis Bunch stated that he relies on “his night. It’s a great feeling to be a part of upcoming Mt. Grant Challenge, held the > See LAKE, Page 3 men’s judgment while on the mountain.” such an amazing group and would like Working on getting a flight to help out, to congratulate all the SAR members for Bunch was adamant that his men make their hard work and effort.” the call as “I am not the one under stress The injured was safely delivered to his or in the elements. If I can’t trust their personal vehicle and refused emergency judgment up on the mountain – then we services. shouldn’t be up there.” Mineral County Search & Rescue, SAR member James Richards ex- under the direction of Sheriff Randy plains, “Boundary Peak is much differ- Adams, is comprised of over forty vol- ent than most mountains in our area. It unteers who assist in searches, rescues is unforgiving and very challenging. The and recoveries everywhere from Walker high altitude and rugged terrain makes Lake to the top of Boundary Peak. They it a dangerous hike even for experienced are also the only Nevada search and res- hikers and even more so at night.” cue organization that is authorized to as- “Being part of such a great team that sist in the closing of roads and highways. works together, we were able to some The volunteer group meets the first how get the injured hiker off the moun- Thursday of each month in the Mineral tain with no further injuries to him or County District Court chambers.

BumblebeeMissing went missing on Wednesday, Cat June 14. Bumblebee has 4 white paws, a white ring around his left leg, white from his chin all the way to his bell, black strip from his head to his tail but is tabby elsewhere. He belongs to Jasper who is 10 years old. Call 316-2734 if you’ve seen Bumble- bee. Walker Lake

InvitesBaptist you to come out Churchon July 2, 2017 and be Blessed by Ron Marrujo as he ministers through Music and God’s word. Service begins at 11:00 a.m.

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Evelyn Martinez from the Thundercloud Fireworks display in Schurz assisted in Stephens securing enough fireworks to create a continued from Page 1 25-minute show of screeching rockets and exploding waterfalls, which every- tem. Today he even works with Ann Kee, one enjoyed and appreciated. which he appreciates while reflecting on This year donations have poured in how far he has come. greater than last year. The 2017 Commu- “I love football. I watch it with my kids nity Fireworks Show, to be held at the and it will always be my favorite game. Hawthorne Adult Softball field, July 4 at I feel blessed to have a family that re- 9:15 p.m., will be a 45-minute to one hour ally gets into sports since it teaches a lot ah-inspired spectacular. The local Schurz about team work, thinking out plays and firework stands have all contributed to running the ball. Life is all about skill the show, including Bad Jacks, Four Sea- and commitment, so I encourage it at all sons, Rezboom and Thundercloud, who levels of sports which I coach. It doesn’t was so instrumental in last year’s display. matter the age of a child, it is important to Sparklers will be handed out starting at Sheri Samson know we need to work together, stay true 8:30 p.m. to cars with little ones and fam- Students recently completed the three-week summer art program at Mineral to your commitment and do our best.” ilies are asked to bring their own chairs County High. And in doing his best, Stephens shared or blankets for seating. By 9:30 p.m. the that he was sad when the traditional 4th Hawthorne skies will be full of lit mortars of July community fireworks stopped a to pyro cakes, firecrackers to supervised few years ago, so he decided to do some- sparklers, so everyone can enjoy this safe, Summer art program thing about it. Last year he approached family night of our nation’s Independence the county commissioners about a com- together. Stephens is grateful for the many munity fireworks show at the park us- people assisting him that evening with the ing financial donations and he received show, parking and oversight, field prep, returns at MCHS approval and assistance from several at fire safety and every donation received. the Hawthorne Fire Department, includ- “I appreciate all the guidance I have had By Sheri Samson students find balance in their life and in ing T.C. Knight. As donations came in, with this project.” MCIN Correspondent learning. Mount Grant General Hospital had As summer school students at the donated $200, while Financial Horizons Mineral County Junior High and High Credit Union contributed $100 and Safe- Mathis, as well as Rick Isom and others School levels joined for a special formu- way provided the rubber gloves. The from the Walker Lake Crusaders had lated art program, Bea Whitney shared Mineral County Council for the Arts Lake picked up, raking up the dried weeds, how wonderfully the students had ab- were supportive in offering to display continued from Page 2 while burning them into small piles in an sorbed the artistic concepts and the free- the student’s panels, as well as continue effort of further cleaning the water’s edge dom of expression which was brought to include them within the organization. pleted a seven-day trip around Tahoe in as a recreational area. before them. With financial assistance Instructor Whitney eloquently shared his own kayak, stopping each night to The Walker Lake Crusaders represen- of local sponsorship, this art program from her heart about the importance of rest but making the journey a successful tative, Toby Montoya and local resident rolled out as a newly piloted effort which the arts. memory. “Any day on the water is a great David Bowen had previously secured a was deemed successful and worthwhile “Arts in academics achieves great one,” he stated. trash receptacle attached to a pole, at the by the students, staff and district over- things as the arts teach history and Preparation work at Monument Beach beach location, providing beach goers a seers. In completion of three weeks of a sculpturing is engineering. Painting is had taken place the week before Satur- safe location to clean up their daily de- four-day instruction, lessons included chemistry, while theatre teaches public day’s event, with county tractors moving bris. hands-0n interaction, as well as lectures speaking and it is proven that dance dirt and evidence that a boat ramp is also Many efforts are being made to attract and art videos. represents health and well-being. Mu- in the works. Entry into Monument Beach visitors and encourage locals to return to As a Thursday art show was presented sic touches us and is based upon the had level ground and clean-up had been the safe, healthy waters of Walker Lake. in conclusion of the program, Whitney principles of math. Both sides of the done for easy parking near the picnic cov- Enjoying the influx of fresh river water recognized those that had contributed brain are stimulated by the arts, so we ers. Driving areas closer to the lake water into the lake has currently increased the with a framed gift entitled, “Here’s to the must not ignore the importance of it had been scrapped of rocks, creating park- lake one inch per day. At this event, it was crazy ones”, which was a writing from all.” ing areas and clearer beach enjoyment. announced that the lake had officially hit the Apple Company’s 1997 Think Differ- As discussions were shared, it was Early Saturday, volunteers such as a nine-foot increase since January 2017 ac- ent campaign. The administration was learned that bringing back a summer Wade Barton from Sign City and Robbie cording to Saturday morning’s reading. thanked; specific staff members were ap- school program like this had not oc- preciated; the janitorial assistance was curred since 1976, yet foundations were acknowledged to Marilyn Duncan and established and community involvement April Brogden because “paint is messy” was evident. Many were seeing a strong VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT and individual donors were on hand to student interest to support the arts, with A vacancy exists on the Mineral County School District Board of meet with the students and see the re- as much vigor as the sports programs re- Trustees. An applicant for the position must be a qualified elector of sults. Recently graduated senior student, ceive, so that a broadening of opportuni- Mineral County and reside outside of the Community of Hawthorne. Alyssa Richmond, was also a paid as- ties can be explored. sistant that contributed to the on-going To quote from Apple’s Think Differ- Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 30, 2017 at 4:00 success of the teaching aspects within ently pledge, “Here’s to the crazy ones - p.m. at the Arlo K. Funk District Services Center, 751 A Street Haw- the program. the misfits - the rebels - the troublemak- thorne, Nevada. Interested applicants are requested to submit a letter Sarah Favero attended, representing ers. The round pegs in the square holes. stating interest and reasons for applying for this position to: Sinclair’s Gas and Convenience Store The ones who see things differently…the Mineral County School District and the Union 76 Gas and Food Mart, only thing you can’t do is ignore them. Board of Trustees both located on 5th Street in Hawthorne. Because they change things. They push With a donation of almost $720, Favero the human race forward. Because the P.O. Box 1540 expressed her personal love for the people who are crazy enough to think Hawthorne, Nevada 89415 arts and encouraged a continued effort they can change the world, are the ones Attn: Walt Hackford within the scope of creative talents, so who do.” There will be a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees at 751 A Street Hawthorne, Nevada, at 5:30 p.m. on July 6, 2017 at which time an applicant will be appointed to fill the vacancy. NOTICE OF INTENTION TO AUTHORIZE A GENERAL MODIFICATION TO THE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A MEDIUM-TERM OBLIGATION INSTALLMENT PURCHASE AGREEMENT NOTICE OF JOB OPENING APPROVED May 4, 2017 POSITION: Operator/Engineer Notice is hereby given that the School Board of Trustees of Mineral County, State of CLASS: 13 Nevada, will hold a public hearing at a regular meeting to be held on July 6, 2017 at Entry Level Salary Annual: $25,676.00 the hour of 5:30 o’clock p.m. in the Arlo Funk District Service Center, 751 A Street, Opening Date for all Applicants: Monday, June 19th, 2017 Hawthorne, Nevada 89415 to act upon a modification to the resolution passed and ad- Closing Date for all Applicants: Monday, July 10th, 2017 opted on the 4th of May, 2017 to reflect the current interest rate not to exceed 3.10%. JOB DUTIES Prior to the hearing, written comments may be filed with Sheryl Samson, Clerk of the An Operator/Engineer is responsible for routine operation of the fire station. The duties Mineral County School Board and will be considered. shall include but not be limited to, routine maintenance of fire and ambulance equip- ment. Must be proficient with SCBA. On duty Operator/engineer will be responsible to respond appropriately to emergency calls. The Operator/Engineer can also be on Mt. Grant General Hospital assignment for fire inspections and enforcement. 200 South A Street, P.O. Box 1510, Hawthorne, NV 89415 QUALIFICATIONS Contact: Jonalee Roberts, Human Resources •Must be 18 years of age. Phone: 775-945-2461 •High school diploma or GED equivalent. Copy of certificate required. •Must possess a valid Nevada Class B driver’s license with an F endorsement. FAX: 775-945-0725 •Must be EMT Certified Mt. Grant General Hospital is accepting applications for the positions of •Must be Firefighter II Certifiable. Per Diem Dietary •Must be a citizen of the United States. The per diem dietary works on a part-time basis and will be available to fill in for •Position requires working shifts, holidays, weekends, etc. employees who are absent. This position will be trained in the dietary aide and cook •Must maintain a positive working relationship with other offices, employees, and the positions. Duties include preparing patient meal trays and special diet requirements, public. nourishment preparation, dishwashing, clean up and preparation of tray service for the BENEFITS INCLUDE next meal. •Twelve (12) paid holidays. Applicant must have the ability to multitask, follow state and federal mandated regu- •120 hours annual leave per year. lations in regards to food preparation and storage, work well with the public and other •120 hours sick leave per year. •Employer paid PERS Retirement. Benefit Value approx. 40.5% of base wage. staff members, as well as be organized and dependable. •Employer paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance. Benefit Value approx. Minimum qualifications are any combination of training, education, and experience $7500 annually. that would provide the required knowledge, skills and ability such as: For information and applications contact the MINERAL COUNTY FIRE —Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. DEPARTMENT, 418 Mineral Way or Mail to PO Box 1095, Hawthorne, NV 89415, —Per NRS 449 and NRS 200, successful applicant(s) must pass required applications are available at mineralcountynv.org state and federal background checks. Applicants must pass a physical fitness exam and written exam —Institutional food preparation experience preferred before interviewing with an Oral Board. —Food Handler’s Card is preferred All successful applicants are required to consent to a —Incumbent may be required to obtain ServSafe Certification in the first pre-employment drug screen. 30 days of employment. Deadline for applying: Position is open until filled. Must submit to pre-employment background and medical physical. Applications and job descriptions can be downloaded from our website at www.mt- Mineral County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. grantgenhospital.org or be picked up and returned to the main Switchboard or mail to: Accommodations for disabled applicants can be arranged by calling the Mt. Grant General Hospital, ATTN: Jonalee Roberts, P.O. Box 1510, Hawthorne, NV Office of the Mineral County Fire Department at (775) 945-2497. 89415. Equal Opportunity Employer. Mineral County is a Drug and Alcohol free workplace. Page 4 Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of June 29, 2017 arrest record New pot rules protect kids; The following people were arrested 25 by Mineral County Sheriff’s Office for in Mineral County on or after June 18 civil custody for alcohol abuse endan- and were in jail on Monday at or after gering self, abuse old/vulnerable person legal battle won’t stop sales about 8 a.m. All charges against them (first) and domestic battery (first). Bail set By Scott Sonner don’t want to pursue that matter through are misdemeanors unless otherwise at no bail and $5,500 bond/cash. Associated Press an emergency regulation. noted. All are innocent until proven • Matthew J. Gonzales was arrested on In the meantime, properly licensed guilty in court. Names and charges ap- June 25 by Mineral County Sheriff’s Of- RENO — A lengthy legal battle over medical dispensaries can sell off their pear as they have been received from fice for arrest on other – agency warrant. the alcohol industry’s exclusive rights to stockpiles for recreational use and ex- the sheriff’s office. Bail set at $1,385 cash. distribute marijuana in Nevada won’t af- pect to have enough supply to meet de- • Jacob L. Anderson was arrested on The following were released from the fect the state’s plans to begin recreational mand for three weeks or longer. The June 19 by Mineral County Sheriff’s Of- Mineral County Detention Center by a pot sales at medical dispensaries on Sat- state anticipates at least some alcohol fice. No charges listed. No bail listed. judge unless otherwise noted: Max I. urday, state officials said. wholesalers will be licensed to distribute • Robert K. Bair was arrested on June Berry (released by judge); Tommy A. The Nevada Tax Commission also ap- pot by then. 21 by Mineral County Sheriff’s Office for Durr (released by judge); Jane A. Gokey proved emergency regulations Monday “I get the sense that most, if not all, dis- grand larceny of auto, < $3,500 and (released on bond); Austin J. McInnis with stricter labeling and packaging pensaries will have sufficient inventory burglary (first). Bail set at $10,000 cash. (released to probation office); Rashaun requirements aimed at protecting chil- to serve retail customers until distribu- • Brian Byer was arrested on June 22 T. Connor (released other); Adonay N. dren. Among other things, the rules pro- tors are up and running,” Nevada Dis- by Mineral County Sheriff’s Office for Quintanilla (released to other agency); hibit edible pot products modeled after pensary Association President Andrew domestic battery first offense E/DW. Bail Sherry C. Treagesser (released on recog- products marketed primarily to children Jolley said Monday. set at $3,000 bond/cash. nizance); Jacob L. Anderson (released or bearing likenesses of animals, fruit or Nevada officials estimate 63 percent of • Sherri E. Duncan-Byer was arrested time served); Robert K. Bair (released on cartoon characters. recreational pot sales will go to tourists. on June 22 by Mineral County Sheriff’s recognizance); Sherri E. Duncan-Byer The marijuana industry is eager for More than 40 million tourists visited Las Office for disturbing the peace (breach of (released on bond); Brian Byer (released the fast-approaching July 1 kickoff of Vegas last year. peace). Bail set at $740 bond/cash. on bond) and Michael R. Sayce (released recreational sales in Nevada, where de- “I think it is going to be the largest • Michael R. Sayce was arrested on June on bond). mand from tourists is expected to even- cannabis market in the country until Cal- tually make the state’s market bigger ifornia gets its sales going,” said Nancy than other states where it’s legal, includ- Whiteman, co-owner of Colorado-based NOTICE OF JOB VACANCY ing Colorado, Oregon and Washington. Wana Brands. The firm sells edible mar- POSITION: Combination Technician (IT) The state intends to appeal a Carson City ijuana products through a Nevada affili- Unclassified: $20.00 per hour judge’s order that only alcohol wholesalers ate to about half of the Silver State’s 60 li- This is full-time position w/benefits (as negotiated) including health, dental & vision insurance can obtain pot distribution licenses, Steph- censed medical marijuana dispensaries. leave accrual for sick & annual of 120 hrs per year, paid holidays and employer paid enrollment anie Klapstein, Taxation Department California law prohibits recreational in the Public Employees Retirement System. spokeswoman, confirmed Monday. sales until at least Jan. 1, 2018, and indus- It won’t happen on an emergency ba- try experts anticipate Californians will Opening Date for all Applicants: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 Closing Date for all Applicants: Thursday, July 6, 2017 sis, and it won’t affect retail sales starting be among those travelling to neighbor- JOB DUTIES Saturday, Klapstein said. ing Nevada to take advantage of recre- Under the general direction of the Board of Mineral County Commissioners or its designee, this State regulators argued they have the ational sales starting Saturday. position provides, maintains and coordinates a variety of computer related information technol- authority to issue distributor licenses “I think there will be long lines,” ogy functions for Mineral County operations. This position will also work in conjunction with to existing medical dispensaries if there Whiteman said. “I think because of the construction, installation, repair, maintenance, splicing and operation of broadband services in- aren’t enough applicants from the al- sheer historical precedent and the nov- struments and related equipment on or off County premises for all existing and future product cohol industry to meet demand. Judge elty of it that people will want to be a part lines; VoIP, broadband , computers, DSL, etc. James Wilson disagreed. of that first day.” QUALIFICATIONS •Must be at least 18 years of age. “Nobody said they are going to just roll Medical dispensaries licensed to sell •High school diploma or GED equivalent. over and accept the court’s finding. It’s a recreational pot must comply with the •Associates or Bachelors degree in Computer Science and/or three (3) years of professional fairly big issue,” said Michael Willden, new regulations regarding children, level experience in information systems development and operations. chief of staff to Gov. Brian Sandoval. including labels that state, “THIS IS A •Knowledge of information systems analysis & programming techniques. But that fight is for another day, he MARIJUANA PRODUCT,” and “Keep •Strong analytical problem solving skills. said, because Sandoval has decided they out of reach of children.” •Networking concepts including switches, firewalls, router and local/area wide Whiteman said her company has networking protocols. Emergency Food & Shelter Funds Available about 15 edible labels it must redesign •Experience in the operation of IBM AS/400 mainframe & iSeries system. Federal funds made available through the U. S. Department of Homeland Securi- ty’s Federal Emergency Management Agency have been awarded to jurisdictions in before those products can be sold in Ne- •Computer experience directly related to local government preferred. the state of Nevada for Phase 34. The following is a list of the awards for northern Nevada jurisdictions and counties including Churchill, Douglas, Elko, Esmeralda, vada, primarily gummies. Applications are available at the Mineral County Recorder-Auditor’s Office, 105 South “A” Eureka, Humboldt, Lander, Lyon, Mineral, Pershing, Storey, Washoe, Carson City, and White Pine. “We are frantically having our graphic Lyon County $ 34,005 Street, Hawthorne, NV 89415, P.O. Box 1447 Hawthorne, NV 89415. Applications are also Washoe County $ 239,331 people rework those as we speak,” she State Set-Aside $ 34,985 available on Mineral County’s Website: mineralcountynv.us. For more information call (775) 945- The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by the U.S. De- said. 3676. partment of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from American Red Cross; Catholic Charities, USA; Clint Cates, director of compliance for This position will be subject to a pre-employment drug screen, background check and National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA; The Jewish Federations of North America; The Salvation Army; and United Way Worldwide. The Local Board Mainstream Partners and Kynd Cann- security clearance measures as may be required for specific departments. was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the ca- pacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas around the country. abis Co., said his company is changing A Local Board in each jurisdiction will determine how the funds are to be distrib- Accommodations for disabled applicants can be arranged by calling the uted among the emergency food and shelter programs run by local service agen- molds used to produce chocolates in- cies in the area. Office of Recorder-Auditor @ (775) 945-3676. Under the terms of the grant from the National Board, local agencies chosen fused with marijuana to comply with the to receive funds must: 1) be private voluntary non profits or units of government; Mineral County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 2) be eligible to receive Federal Funds; 3) have an accounting system; 4) practice new rules. nondiscrimination; 5) have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs; and 6) if they are a private voluntary organization, have a That adds to the firms’ wholesale costs, voluntary board. Qualifying agencies are urged to apply. The program is administered by United Way of Northern Nevada and the Si- “but we knew that was coming because erra. The EFSP was created in 1983 to supplement and expand the work of lo- cal social service agencies, both nonprofit and governmental, in an effort to help we are the strictest regulated industry in people with economic (not disaster-related [i.e. fire victims, floods, tornadoes, etc.] emergencies). Eligible agencies can access the application on United Way’s web- the country,” Cates said. “This is the ‘big site at www.uwnns.org. For questions or assistance, contact Erin Gillies at [email protected] boy’ state. If you are the ‘who’s who’ of Mt. Grant General Hospital ~ 775-945-2461 or Kim Spiersch at [email protected]. All applications must be received by 4:00 p.m., July 7, 2017 at the United Way office, 639 Isbell Road, Suite 460., the cannabis industry, you are in Nevada Reno, NV 89509. INCOMPLETE, LATE OR FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT Mt. Grant Medical Building ~ 775-945-0709 BE ACCEPTED. because of our tourism.” 200 South A Street — Hawthorne, Nevada Walker Lake General Fund General Fund

ESTIMATED FINAL APPROVED CONSULTING PHYSICIANS ACTUAL PRIOR CURRENT BUDGET YEAR ENDING YEAR ENDING YEAR ENDING 6/30/2016 6/30/2017 6/30/2018 For Appointment Location Renown Cardiology 775-982-2400 Annex Total Available Revenues

Dr. Thomas McMeekin, Podiatry 775-355-8812 Annex Total Expenditures Dr. Robert Rosenquist, Endocrinology 775-741-4922 Annex Drs. Stanko & Durant, Ophthalmology 800-639-0393 Hospital Dr. Paul Fry, Orthopedic Surgeon 800-500-1135 Annex Proprietary fund Dr. Von Feldmann, Gastroenterology 775-336-2777 Clinic ESTIMATED FINAL APPROVED Dr. Lionel Ruckstuhl, Psychologist 775-945-2230 Clinic ACTUAL PRIOR CURRENT BUDGET YEAR ENDING YEAR ENDING YEAR ENDING 6/30/2016 6/30/2017 6/30/2018

Services Provided by Mt. Grant General Hospital Total Operating Revenues $236,036 $218,000 $246,000 Total Operating Expenses $269,013 $278,000 $281,000 Emergency Department GI Endoscopy CT Scan Total Non Operating Revenues $0 0 0 Respiratory Care Services Screening Colonoscopy MRI Scan Total Non Operating Expenses $12,172 $11,858 $11,530 Electro Cardiology Services Diagnostic Laboratory Ultrasound Diagnostic Radiology Homemaking Services Blood Bank Mt. Grant General Hospital Physical Therapy Social Services/Activities Bone Density 200 South A Street, P.O. Box 1510, Hawthorne, NV 89415 Outpatient Cataract Surgery Contact: Jonalee Roberts, Human Resources Phone: 775-945-2461 FAX: 775-945-0732 Mt. Grant General Hospital is accepting applications for the position of LOCAL PROVIDERS - Monday-Friday Per Diem Housekeeper/Laundry Aide Dr. Juanchichos Ventura ~ 775-945-3669 The per diem housekeeper/laundry aide works on a part-time basis and will be avail- Dr. Sharon Malotte ~ 775-945-3668 able to fill in for employees who are absent. Duties include cleaning of Acute Hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility interior throughout including patient rooms, appliances, Laura Milsap, PA-C ~ 775-945-1802 and laundry. Applicants must be dependable; multi-task oriented and must be able to Tobey Morris-Hull, APRN ~ 775-945-2230 abide by the cleaning procedures and policies. Mark Stevens, APRN ~ 775-945-2230 Minimum qualifications are any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and ability such as: —High School Diploma or its equivalency AND Additional Emergency Room Providers —Per NRS 449 and NRS 200.5091, successful applicant(s) must pass required state and federal background checks. Daniel Dees, M.D. —Experience in housekeeping and/or laundry preferred. Christian Mullins, M.D. —Experience in floor stripping and waxing preferred. Brent Kuzler, PA-C Deadline for applying: Position is open until filled. Applications and job descriptions can be downloaded from our website at www. Matt West, PA-C mtgrantgenhospital.org or be picked up and returned to the main Switchboard or mail Chris Ward, DO to: Mt. Grant General Hospital, ATTN: Jonalee Roberts, P.O. Box 1510, Hawthorne, NV 89415. EO/ADA Employer Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of June 29, 2017 Page 5 reflections of the past obituary

Kelly Lee Brown Kelly has nine beautiful grandchildren Kelly Lee Brown of Montrose, Colo. that he loved dearly: Logan; Mikey; Lan- passed away on June 18, 2017. don; Michael; Lillianna; Russell; Talon; He was born Nov. 22, 1962, in Whit- James; William and Stetson. He is also tier, Calif. to Danny and Sheila Brown. survived by his brothers: Kenny and A graduate of Montrose High School, Tracy Brown and family of Spring Creek, Kelly then moved to Hawthorne, Nev. Nev.; Keith and Casey Brown and family where he met Donna (Tomlinson) and of Boise, Idaho; Kris and Robyn Brown started his family. He loved the Broncos and family of Oregon City, Ore.; Shauna and watching football. He had the most and Ken Crombie and family of Mon- infectious laugh and was the best person trose, Colo.; Danette and Roy Pryor and to watch scary movies with. family of Montrose, Colo. and Terry and He is survived by his mom, Sheila Amy Ray and family of Montrose, Colo. Brown and stepdad, Charlie Ray of Mon- In death, Kelly has been reunited with trose, Colo.; his ex-wife and mother to his his baby girl Rachel and his father Danny. children, Donna Tomlinson DuPree; his Services for Kelly were held at 11a.m. on children: Russell Hall (Patty) of Reno, Saturday, June 24 at Grace Community Danielle Scarlata (Sam) of Hawthorne, Church in Montrose. Crippin Funeral Shasta Townsend (Andrew) of Haw- Home & Crematory in Montrose is as- thorne and Dillon Brown of Hawthorne. sisting the family.

80 Years Ago - The USS Sagebrush was launched at Walker Lake by the U.S. NOTICE OF JOB OPENING Navy. To patrol and rescue motor launch was the largest “ship” to plow the wa- ters of Walker Lake since the last steamboat was in operation early in the 19th POSITION: Per Diem Firefighter/EMT Century when gold seekers came by train to the east side of Walker Lake and Entry Level Hourly Rate: $10.40 then traveled by steamship to the west side of Walker Lake where gold discover- Opening Date for all Applicants: Monday, June 19th, 2017 ies had been reported in the Wassuk Range. Closing Date for all Applicants: Open Until Filled The MCFD seeks applications for the position of part-time temporary per diem certi- fied Firefighter/EMT. Salary $10.40/hr. with no benefits. Upon successful completion of 10 Years Ago girls physical education. She also started initial training of Department Operations and Procedures, candidates would be called • The 72nd Annual Nevada State Fire- a basketball program for junior high to fill-in vacant career staff shifts due to vacations or illness on an as needed, per diem fighters Training Conference was held girls. basis, sometimes with short notice. in Hawthorne from June 18 through June • A new library for Hawthorne was as- JOB DUTIES 23. Firefighters and fire department staff sured by an allocation of $180,000 from Position performs firefighting, emergency medical services and equipment operation from all over Nevada attended the con- state’s share of federal local public works ference and received valuable training program funds. while responding to fire or emergency medical calls, accidents or community disasters, on the new techniques of fire fighting, • The Central Rural Health Consor- etc. Ability to perform skilled repair and preventive maintenance work in maintaining reporting and technical skills. tium was formed by the counties of Min- fire apparatus, equipment, alarm systems, fire stations and completes assigned ad- • Nevada Army National Guard’s 150th eral, Lincoln, Esmeralda and Nye. ministrative tasks. Maintenance Company from Carson • Land near Sodaville was sold to QUALIFICATIONS City and the Detachment in Las Vegas, James Ganschow and Daniel Farnworth •Must be 18 years of age. have been training in the Hawthorne on their high bid of $1,800. •High school diploma or GED equivalent. Copy of certificate required. area for the past week as part of their •Must possess a valid Nevada Class B driver’s license with an F endorsement. annual training. Under the command 50 Years Ago •Must be EMT Certified of Capt. Emy Klima, the unit conducted • Miss Frances Rucker was chosen to •Must be Firefighter II Certifiable. the training at the Hawthorne Army De- represent Mineral County in the “Miss •Must be a citizen of the United States. pot utilizing the ranges and training ar- Nevada” Pageant held in Reno. •Must maintain a positive working relationship with other offices, employees, and the eas to perfect their military skills for the • Mina residents were making plans public. particular mission. 1st Sgt. Bud Chattin for a big Fourth of July celebration to be There are NO benefits, paid holidays, sick or vacation time provided. assisted the unit during their particular held there. For information and applications contact the MINERAL COUNTY types of training. The company mess • Fire destroyed a large barn and equip- FIRE DEPARTMENT, 418 Mineral Way or Mail to PO Box 1095, Hawthorne, NV section provided meals for the troops ment at Colonel Beall’s Ranch located on 89415, applications are available at mineralcountynv.org while they were training in the Haw- the south end of Walker Lake. Applicants must pass a physical fitness exam and written exam thorne area. • The State Convention of the Inde- before interviewing with an Oral Board. • DZHC Fire and Emergency Ser- pendent Order of Odd Fellows was held vices Annual Barbecue was held at the in Hawthorne. Harvey Gordon of Haw- All successful applicants are required to consent to a Walker Lake Golf Course at the Depot thorne conducted the 93rd Grand En- pre-employment drug screen. on Friday, June 15. This event welcomes campment. Must submit to pre-employment background and medical physical. summer and brings fire department • Hawthorne’s first coin-operated car Mineral County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. families together for a day of golf and wash car wash was opened by Arthur Accommodations for disabled applicants can be arranged by calling the picnicking. A. Turner. Known as the Sof-Spray Office of the Mineral County Fire Department at (775) 945-2497. • Gregory Bryant, of Hawthorne suc- Coin-Op Car Wash, the business in now cessfully completed California Highway owned and operated by Max and Betty Mineral County is a Drug and Alcohol free workplace. Patrol (CHP) cadet training and has been Hughes of Hawthorne. assigned to duty at the CHP’s Bishop area office, Lone Pine Resident Post. 60 Years Ago • Beverly Seher was chosen as the win- 20 Years Ago ner of the beauty contest at the annual • “Miss Mineral County” Bina Desai, Ordnance Picnic held at Navy Beach at daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Desai of Walker Lake. Hawthorne, was selected to represent • An old grave in the ghost town of Au- Mineral County in the “Miss Nevada” rora was opened by persons unknown Pageant to be held in the Pioneer Theatre and the contents removed according to in Reno on June 28 and 29. Sheriff John Bailey. • Sixteen visitors from Germany, Aus- • Mt. Grant General Hospital received tria and Italy stopped in Mina to visit a grant of $3,056 from Max C. Fleisch- with Merle Swanson to talk about min- man Foundation of Nevada. ing and rocks of this area. The “Rock- • Globe Indemnity Co. filed a suit in Car- hounds” were on a three-and-on-half son City against the Town of Hawthorne tour of the Western states to locate var- seeking judgment of $8,753.27 claimed ious rocks and minerals. due on a contract for paving Hawthorne • Members of the Independent-News streets. Globe, which bonded the Del R. staff and other media groups were af- Beebe Construction Co., which had a forded the opportunity to get a first-hand contract in 1954, claimed money, was still look at the bioremediation technique of owed by the town. soil treatment being utilized by the US Army Corps of Engineers in the treat- 70 Years Ago ment of TNT and RDX and a small area • The Hawthorne Lions Club voted to of Yellow-D explosive contaminated soil sponsor a speedboat regatta at Walker at the Hawthorne Army Ammunition Lake on July 6. Depot. Dick Brunner, Senior Geologist • Mayor Henry Gilbert and Council- of Tetra Tech Inc. explained the process man Jack Scott tendered their resigna- and showed different types of equip- tions from the Hawthorne City Coun- ment used in the treatment to get rid of cil as Councilmen Edward B. Taylor the contaminated soil. and Walter Feland continued to block Gilbert’s nomination of various persons 30 Years Ago to fill city appointive offices. • County Clerk Martha G. Barlow was honored at an anniversary party at the El 80 Years Ago Capitan for her 40 years of service in the • An air mail letter sent prior to De- Mineral County Clerk and Treasure’s cember 15, 1936, in San Fernando, Calif., Office. was received June 21, 1937, in Hawthorne • Winners of the annual Liar’s Boat by Elise Jerome. Notation on the letter Races were Jim Bacon and Charlie Zun- read: “Delay due to air mail interruption cle in the novelty class, Kitty Devine, near Salt Lake City, Utah, Dec. 15, 1936.” Pam Mills, Desiree Montoya and Karen The tragic “interruption” was the crash Thompson in the women’s canoe race of the TWA plane carrying the mail. and Bobby Flow and David Moore won • Ralph Myers resumed his position the men’s canoe race. as manager of the WPA office in Haw- thorne after five months leave of absence 40 Years Ago while he completed graduate studies at • Frances Hawkins announced her re- the University of Nevada in Reno. tirement from her teaching profession • A five-man rifle team from Marine after 32 ½ years of service. 31 ½ years Barracks NAD Hawthorne won first of that time were in the Mineral County place trophy in the state rifle matches School District. During her many years held at Lovelock where they competed of teaching Frances taught the fifth, with teams from seven other locations in sixth, seventh and eighth grades and Nevada. Page 6 Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of June 29, 2017 church news

Bethany Lutheran vice on the second, fourth and fifth Sun- suspended Sunday School through the we journey through the gospel of Luke. Church days of the month. Our lay leader, Glenn summer. Service starts at 11 a.m. / junior church 11 Rev Everett Garwood Bunch leads the service on the first and Come to the House of the Lord. a.m. Our new young adult Sunday meet- Lay Leader Glenn Bunch third Sundays. Come and hear the word ing starts at 9:30 a.m. for breakfast and 204 C St. the Lord has given us. First Southern Baptist fellowship. Bethany Lutheran welcomes all to Our topics of our sermons for July are: Church of Hawthorne Sunday school for all ages 9:45 a.m. their house of worship. July 2 – Stewardship 5th & C St. Nursery Provided. Bethany welcomes all to come and July 9 – Eternity 945-5512 worship our Lord and Savior who walks July 16 – Worship Mike Fontaine - Pastor Gospel for All Nations with us day to day. Through Him we July 23 – Prayer www.fsbchawthorne.com (local Christian, non-profit organization) have the strength and knowledge to han- July 30 – Bible Study dle whatever comes our way. Our church service begins at 10:30 You are invited to the following ser- Saturday: Sabbath School and Wor- Pastor Garwood comes to lead our ser- a.m. each Sunday morning. We have vices at First Southern Baptist Church. ship from 10 a.m. Come join us in worshiping the Lord Wednesday: Bible Study and Prayer Jesus Christ. from 5 p.m. 9:30 Sunday Bible Study Friday: Christian Coffee Circle from 9 LODGES • CHURCHES • ORGANIZATIONS 11 a.m. Worship Service (child care a.m. provided) Meeting at 580 E. Street, Hawthorne Mineral County Macedonia Church Walker River 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer meeting Telephone: 775-316-0590 EMERGENCY COMMUNITY Baptist Church “I am the vine, you are the branches. PLANNING COMMITTEE He that abides in me, and I in Him, Oasis Assembly of God PANTRY P.O. Box 250 the same brings forth much fruit: for 380 J St. Hawthorne (LEPC/CCC) 10th & D Streets 826 Wovoka Dr. without me you can do nothing.” John P.O. Box 1095 • Hawthorne, NV 89415 Hawthorne, NV Shurz, NV 89427 15:5 Encounter – 10:30 a.m. Sundays (775) 945-2497 775-773-2369 We provide food for low Prayer – 7 p.m. Wednesdays Meets Quarterly at 9:00am income families Sunday School: 9:00am Macedonia Baptist Love – Lift – Lead Worship: 10:00am at the Mineral County Tuesday: 10am-2pm Church More information, call 775-945-2775 Firehouse Evening Service: 7:00pm Thursday: 4pm-6pm Wednesday Services: 7:00pm 10th St. and D St., Hawthorne; 775-945-3313 Pastor, Richard Jackson OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC CHURCH KIDS ADVOCATES TO END COMMUNITY We are pleased to invite the entire DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/2 Christian community to attend the This message will be delivered by CPL AT RISK 924 5th St. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH deacon ordination service for Stephen Linda Young. Pastor Young will be offi- P.O. Box 331 Queen. Queen will be ordained into the ciating over the Communion. All Chris- RESCUE SQUAD Hawthorne, NV 89415 Sunday School: office of deacon at the church on June 18 tians were welcome to join us in Com- Domestic Violence 9:30am at 3 p.m. Sunday afternoon. We thank munion. Have a safe and enjoyable 4th of Meets every 3rd Monday at 5pm Counseling Morning Worship: you in advance for your support, as we July weekend. P.O. Box 1292 10:30am remain yours in Christ. John 14:6 Jesus said, “ I am the way the Chaletta Speights/Chief Advocate Wednesday Prayer truth and the life. No man comes unto Hawthorne “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” Trinity Temple C.O.G.I.C. the Father but by me.” Mineral County 10th & A Sts., Hawthorne, NV 89415 Mt. Grant Chapter No. 24 775-945-5875 First Baptist Church CAHS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Pastor Anthony Corley and First Lady Consolidated Order of the 8th & C Sts. Rose Corley welcome you! Pastor John Murray Agencies of “Nevada’s County Eastern Star • Sunday School 9: 30 to 11 a.m. Sunday Human Services of Nevada of Opportunity” • Morning Worship at 11 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Meets 2nd Saturday of the P.O. Box 2250 dba The Community Action Center • Sunday Evening Services – 4 p.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. month at 1pm at the Elks Lodge Hawthorne, NV • Wednesday Night Bible Studies – Prayer Time 5:15 p.m. “We’re Here To Help” (5th & F Sts.) Except June & July 89415 5:30 p.m. Evening Bible Study 6 p.m. 924 5th St. - P.O. Box 331 Andrea Tucker-Worthy Matron Gloria Lopez - President • Friday Night Service – 7 p.m. Wednesday Carol Dudley-Secretary Prayer Meeting: Moved to Sunday hawthorne Presbyterian evening Mineral County Hawthorne Lodge Bethany Lutheran Church We believe God can be moved by Post No. 19 community Church #1704 B.P.O. Elks SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 a.m. our prayers and have seen specific AMERICAN 204 C Street ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 a.m. answers often. God commands us to P.O. Box 1207 Meets at 7:00pm on 7th and “F” Street, Hawthorne, Nevada bring our requests, concerns, praise, LEGION Hawthorne, NV 2nd and 4th This message will be delivered by El- and thoughts to Him. In order to ac- 89415 Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at Thursdays at the der Joe Commerford. complish this better as a congrega- the Legion Hall on E St. at 10:00 hours Executive Meetings Monthly Elks Lodge-5th & F Sts. Offi ce: 775-945-2332 Some people are doing well, God bless tion, we changed our corporate prayer Everett Garswood ~ Pastor them. Some of us are have understand- time to the more accessible Sunday Commander: Ken Carrothers Visiting Elks Welcome Ron Dale ~ Lay Leader 1st Vice Commander: Paul Eddy Worship Services: Sun. 10:30am able apprehensions about what is to evening. We invite you to join us or let Adjutant: James “Gunny” Utterback B. Kent Wofford-Exalted Ruler Christian Ed.: Sunday School: 9:30am come. Do not despair, hope, faith. us know how we can pray for you spe- Years ago a gospel song writer wrote, cifically. Walker Lake BRUCITE RETIRED PUBLIC “I don’t know what the future holds but I Baptist Church LODGE #42 know who hold the future.” Hawthorne Seventh-Day EMPLOYEES 1 Peter 5:7 , “Cast all your cares on Jesus A member of the Adventist Church F & AM because he cares about you.” Southern Baptist OF NEVADA 298 C Street, Hawthorne Convention Stated Communication 2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30am Meets last Monday of the month walker lake baptist You are cordially invited to study and Frank Reynolds, Pastor at Hawthorne Elks Lodge 12:30pm at the Care & Share worship with us on Saturdays; 10 a.m. 775-945-4696 WM-Paul Lunsbord Maxine Wilding. Pres.~945-3473 Church Sunday Morning Services SW-Eddie Michael 330 Willow Drive study hour; 11 a.m. worship. JW-M.O. (Babe) Rogers Dorothy Fowler, Sec.~945-2608 Matthew 5:5 (NASB) Sunday School: 9:30am Sec.-Terry Rivero Pastor Frank Reynolds 945-4696 Worship Services: 11:00am Treas.-Loren Dudley P.O. Box 2158 “Blessed are the gentle, for they shall Please join us Sunday mornings as inherit the earth.” FIRST SOUTHERN SOROPTIMIST BAPTIST CHURCH Maker Fun Factory VBS at First Baptist Church Hawthorne, Nevada INTERNATIONAL 5th and C Streets HAWTHORNE A summer kids’ event called Maker Fun Factory Vacation Bible School will be hosted 945-5512 RSVP/Lifeline at First Baptist Church from Sunday, July 23 to Thursday, July 27. At Maker Fun Factory, www.fsbchawthorne.com Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday at kids discover that God made them and for a purpose! Kids participate in memorable Sunday School: 9:30am Noon at Mineral County Care & Gay Ann Williams Bible learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and Worship Service: 11:00am Share. Visiting Soroptimist welcome Field Rep. devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Evening Service: 6:30pm 775-722-7669 or Buddies to remind them of God’s love, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos they’ll take home Wed. Prayer: 6:30pm Priscilla Martin - President and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around 775-945-1010 them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes with the Funshop Finale that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned. OUR LADY OF V.F.W. AMERICAN Family members and friends are encouraged to join in daily Monday through Thursday PERLETUAL HELP Post 2313 LEGION from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 23; we will have a special time from 3 to 6 p.m. for the CATHOLIC CHURCH AUXILIARY entire family: On Sunday, at 6 p.m. we will have a spaghetti supper for everyone. On Thursday after VBS, we will grill burgers and hot dogs for the whole family. P.O. Box 2313 Unit No. 19 A and 8th Streets Hawthorne, NV 89415 Maker Fun Factory is for kids going into kindergarten to those going into fifth grade. 775-845-2020 Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at First Baptist Church is at corner of 8th and C Streets. For more information, call 775- Meets 1st Thursday of each month the Legion Hall on E St. at 18:00 hours 945-3556 or 515-290-6352. MASS SCHEDULE Executive Meetings Monthly Commander ~ John Stroud Saturday - 9:00am President: Phylis McGee Sr. Vice Commander ~ Gary Amunson 2nd Vice President Rev. Jesus Ballesteros, Jr. Vice Commander ~ Darryl Conway Treasurer/Secretary: Leanna Miller Pastor Quartermaster ~ Rick Isom Chaplain: Linda Eddy HAWTHORNE CARE AND SHARE MENU - JULY FIRST FRIDAY, JUNE 30 MONDAY, JULY 3 TUESDAY, JULY 4 Mineral County V. F.W. •Chef’s Salad •Chef’s Choice Buffet Style •HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY BAPTIST Horseman’s •Whole Wheat Roll •Green Salad CLOSED AUXILIARY •Bread Pudding •Fruit CHURCH Association 2313 •Oranges 8th & O St. Hawthorne, NV Hawthorne, NV WEDNESDAY, JULY 5 THURSDAY, JULY 6 8th & C Streets Meets 2nd Tuesday at 7:00pm •Polish Sausage •Swiss Steak/Egg Noodles Regional Area Transit www.mcha-nv.org •Whole Wheat Bun •Mixed Vegetables 945-3556 at the VFW Hall Available: •Ranch Beans •Orange Spinach Salad Sunday School: 9:45am Treasurer - Dianna Fitzgerald Mon.-Fri. - 9am to 2:30pm President: Barbara Edington •Sauerkraut •Italian Bread •Cottage Cheese/Pineapple •Apricot/Fruit Morning Worship: 11:00am For Information Call Secretary: Dawn LeClaire Evening Worship: 6:00pm 775-772-7449 or 775-945-5528 •Pinochle - 12:45pm •Fallon Trip: July 5 •Exercise Class: 10-11am - M-W-F Treasurer: Anna Morgan M-T-TH-F •Reno Trip: July 11 •Bingo: 12:45pm - Every Wed.

Fortune-Eckley-Perry Fortune-Eckley-Perry MINA CARE AND SHARE MENU - JULY MONDAY, JULY 3 TUESDAY, JULY 4 WEDNESDAY, JULY 5 V.F.W. V. F.W. •Egg Salad Sandwich •HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY •Meat Loaf Auxiliary •Seafood Chowder CLOSED •Mashed Potatoes Post 2668 ADVERTISE •Frozen Raspberries •Spinach, Lettuce Mina, NV Post 2668 •Vanilla Yogurt •Tomato Salad Mina, NV •Orange, Banana Juice •Whole Wheat Bread •Fruit Cup Meets 1st Wednesday at 6pm Meets 2nd Thursday at 6:00pm HERE! THURSDAY, JULY 6 •Tuna Stuffed Tomato Lunch Served at 11:30 a.m. each month at the VFW Hall •Fallon Trip: July 14 •Apricot Bran Muffin •Hawthorne Trip - Every Thurs. 12:30 p.m. Post Commander: Harry Freeman President - Judy LaFountain 775-945-2414 w/Peach Butter Adjutant: Kerry Hermonson •Mandarin Oranges Volunteers Needed Secretary - Theora Janis •Turkey Bean Soup Quartermaster: Tony Trujillo Treasurer: Mary Freeman Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of June 29, 2017 Page 7

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sunday Monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday 29 30 1 10 a.m. — Farmers Market at B and B Hardware 10 a.m. — NCLabs Coding Camp at Library 11 a.m. — Library Story time 6:30 p.m. — Celebrate Recovery

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 p.m. — GID Walker Lake 6 p.m. — American Legion 12 p.m. — Soroptomist 1-2 p.m. — Friends of the 6:30 p.m. — Celebrate 8 a.m. — Foster Care Aux. No.19 meeting 6 p.m. — MCSC at MCFD Library Recovery Training at MC Library 6 p.m. — MC TV Board 6 p.m. — VFW Post 2668 5:30 p.m. — Coalition 10:30 a.m. — Brucite 9 p.m. — Fireworks Meeting Lodge 42 Independence Day 6 p.m. — VFW Aux Post 2668 Mina 7 p.m. — Hawthorne Lodge 1704 BPO Elks

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 2 p.m. — WLWG at Library 12 p.m. — Lunch Box 11 a.m. — Food Bank 11:30 a.m. — Hospital 6:30 p.m. — Celebrate Book Club 2 p.m. — Lahontan Valley Trustee Meeting Recovery 6 p.m. — American Legion Vet Clinic 1 p.m. — MCCTA’s No.19 6 p.m. — Victory Gardens 7 p.m. — VFW Aux. 2313 Club

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 5p.m. — Karrs 12p.m. — Soroptomist 7p.m. — Hawthorne Lodge 6:30p.m. — Celebrate 5p.m. — MC Horseman’s 1704 BPO Elks Recovery Association

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 10 a.m. — NV Legal 2 p.m. — Lahontan Valley 6:30 p.m. — Celebrate Service Vet Recovery 11 a.m. — Ask A Lawyer 6 p.m. — Lions Club

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The Project is in permanent closure, pursuant to Nevada Administrative Code Battle Born (NAC) 445A.446. The Administrator is constrained to either issue the renewed Permit or to deny the application. The Administrator has made the tentative decision to issue the renewed Permit. Glass Persons wishing to comment upon the proposed Permit, to recommend terms and conditions for consideration of incorporation into the Permit, or who request a public Auto Glass & Window Tinting hearing pursuant to NAC 445A.403, must submit their written comments, objections, or requests by hand delivery or US Postal Service, or by facsimile or e-mail transmit- Call 775.316.0107 tal, no later than 5:00 PM on the 30th day following the date of publication of this notice (submittal end date 29 July 2017) to: Division of Environmental Protection Bureau of Mining Regulation and Reclamation 901 South Stewart Street, Suite 4001 “Art from the Heart” Carson City, NV 89701-5249 All comments, objections, or requests received during the public notice period will Generation to Generation be considered in the final determination regarding the Permit. If the Division deter- mines written comments or requests indicate a significant degree of public interest in this matter, the Administrator shall schedule a public hearing in accordance with the requirements of NAC 445A.405. The draft Permit and all application documents are on file at the Division and are Sylvia’s Quilter’sSylvia Milam ~ Quarters Owner LLC available for public inspection and copying pursuant to Nevada Revised Statute 120 Bovard St. - Yerington, NV 89447 — 775-463-7036 445A.665. For more information, contact Karl W. McCrea at (775) 687-9407 or visit [email protected] www.sylviaquiltersquarters.com the Division public notice website at https://ndep.nv.gov/posts Mineral County Independent-News The Week of June 29, 2017 Write to us Mineral County Independent-News P.O. Box 1270 opinion Page 10 Democrats doubly wrong in effort to gag free speech editorial emocrats keep pounding on a government. solution in search of a problem. An assembly is not just a crowd of Nevada In January of 2010 the people on the street, it is also an organi- Supreme Court held that it zation, a corporation or a union. Dis unconstitutional to prohibit political Second, their premise that excessive campaign spending by corporations and spending overwhelms and subverts the right to join unions. In the case of Citizens United v. system is demonstrably wrong. FEC the court struck down a law under Not only does the spending gap be- which the Federal Election Commission Thomas Mitchell tween Clinton and Trump demonstrate sanctuary barred the airing of a movie produced Commentary the fallacy, but just this past week an by Citizens United that was critical of obscure special election for a House seat then-presidential candidate Hillary in Georgia underscored the error of their Clinton. cratic power in the hands of the Ameri- rationale. city fight Within the week, in his first State of can people — not corporations or private In that race Democrat Jon Ossoff out- the Union address to Congress, Presi- companies,” she said. “Since the Citizens spent his Republican opponent Karen dent Obama lambasted the justices to United decision, big corporations have Handel by seven-to-one and still lost by arlier this month Nevada their faces, saying the court had reversed gained unprecedented influence over 4 points. Attorney General Adam a century of law. “I don’t think American elections and our country’s political And talk about special interest Laxalt joined with nine other elections should be bankrolled by Amer- process. I am proud to be a cosponsor of money. Democrat Ossoff, between attorneys general in filing a ica’s most powerful interests or, worse, this legislation; it’s critical that we end March 29 and May 31, reported receiv- Efriend-of-the-court brief challenging a by foreign entities,” he said. “They unlimited corporate contributions if we ing 7,218 donations from California, federal judge’s decision in April to block should be decided by the American peo- are going to have a democratic process but only 808 donations from Georgia. a President Trump executive order that ple. And I urge Democrats and Republi- and government that will truly work for Overall, he got $456,296.03 from Cali- would deny some federal funding for cans to pass a bill that helps correct some all Americans.” fornians, compared to $228,474.44 from sanctuary cities. of these problems.” Newly elected Democratic Congress- Georgians. The judge sided with Santa Clara During her losing campaign against woman Jacky Rosen stated shortly after Even when all the third party money County, the city of San Francisco and Donald Trump, Clinton said she would her election, “Washington hasn’t been is accounted for, spending in support of other jurisdictions who argued that tak- consider supporting a constitutional listening to the concerns of Southern Ossoff amounted to $30 million, com- ing away federal funds from cities that amendment to overturn the Citizens Nevada because unlimited dark money pared to $21 million for Handel. do not cooperate with federal immigra- United decision to “prevent the abuse flooding our elections is drowning out The Democrats are not only losing tion enforcement could be unconstitu- of our political system by excessive the voices of real people in our commu- elections, but are losing the argument tional. amounts of money …” even though she nity.” about the effectiveness of the influence After the order, Trump tweeted: “First outspent Trump by two-to-one, $1.2 Both Democratic Reps. Ruben Kihuen of outside money. Being able to spend the Ninth Circuit rules against the ban billion to $600 million. and Dina Titus have expressed support your own money on political speech is a & now it hits again on sanctuary cit- In 2014 every Democrat present on the for a group called “End Citizens United.” fundamental aspect of free speech, but ies-both ridiculous rulings. See you in floor of the Senate voted to pass a con- The Democrats in the Nevada Legis- the ability to buy repeated messages does the Supreme Court!” stitutional amendment that would have lature also waded in with a resolution nothing to increase the persuasiveness of Laxalt argued that having sanctuary empowered Congress and the states to urging Congress to overturn Citizens those messages. cities near Nevada poses a threat to pass laws abridging the freedom of polit- united. It passed without a single Repub- The fundamental principle of democ- public safety. ical speech. lican vote. racy is that voters can listen to the free “Sanctuary cities in California endan- Nevada’s long-serving Democratic First, the Democrats are wrong on and unencumbered debate and discern ger Nevadans, especially given their Sen. Harry Reid argued in favor of that principle. The fact that an expenditure what is best for themselves and the close proximity to us,” said Laxalt in a amendment, saying “the flood of special is coming from a group instead of an generations to come. To deny that is to press release. “In some cases these cities interest money into our American de- individual does not negate the First deny and denigrate the foundation of refuse federal requests to temporarily mocracy is one of the greatest threats our Amendment guarantee of the freedom this nation. detain illegal aliens with violent crimi- system of government has ever faced.” of expression by prohibiting Congress nal histories and instead release these His successor, Democrat Catherine from restricting the press or the rights Thomas Mitchell is a longtime Nevada newspaper felons into communities that — under Cortez Masto, has taken up the cudgel, of individuals to speak freely, because columnist. You may email him at thomasmnv@ federal law — they have no right to be also calling for a constitutional amend- it also guarantees the right of citizens to yahoo.com. He also blogs at http://4thst8.word- in. Nevada’s Legislature, sheriffs and ment. “The U.S. Constitution puts demo- assemble peaceably and to petition their press.com/. municipalities have wisely rejected such nonsensical policies, but Neva- dans should not be the victims of such APPLICATION TO APPROPRIATE WATER NO. 86925 policies in other states. Opposition to Mineral County this extreme form of a ‘sanctuary city’ is NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on the 31st day of May 2017 Hunewill Land and ndependent ews pro-immigrant and pro-safety, as safety i -n Livestock Company of Wellington, Nevada made application to the State Engineer of is a leading concern of our immigrant (USPS 350-760) Nevada for permission to appropriate 0.0309 c.f.s., 22.4 a.f.a., of the public waters of communities.” Periodical Postage paid at the State of Nevada. Diversion is to be made from an underground source at a point located within the SE1/4 SE1/4 of Section 26, T6N, R33E, MDM, or at a point from In fact, the brief itself points out that Hawthorne, Nevada, post office which the SW corner of said Section 26 bears S 76 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds one of the states seeking to overturn the judge’s ruling, West Virginia, is near Published weekly at W, a distance of 4,095.0 feet (approx. 23 miles SE of Hawthorne, NV). Water will be used for stockwater and domestic purposes from January 1st to December 31st of Baltimore, which has adopted sanctuary 420 Third St. each year. city policies and is the source of illegal Hawthorne, Nevada 89415 Jason King, P.E. drugs that spill into West Virginia. P.O. Box 1270 State Engineer In addition to Nevada and West Vir- 775-945-2414 Fax: 775-945-1270 JK/ls ginia, the other states involved include: email: [email protected] Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mich- A member of igan, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina Nevada State Press Association and Texas. Mineral County Chamber of Commerce The brief also shreds the argument that denying federal funds for failing to Publication day is designated as Thursday voluntarily cooperate in immigration (holidays included) to provide frequency law enforcement is unconstitutional by of publication designated for legal notices pointing out the case of South Dakota v. required by federal, state and local Dole. government entities. In that case the Supreme Court held that it is constitutional for Congress to Subscription rates withhold federal funds from states that Mineral County: failed to raise the legal drinking age to 6 months $35 1 Year $40 21. Outside County: The brief also noted that — unlike 6 months $40 1 Year $55 another high court case, Printz v. Staff U.S., in which the court said Congress Publisher - Battle Born Media could not force states to conduct gun background checks — the executive Chief Operating Officer order does not require states to assist Kirk Kern - [email protected] in enforcing immigration law, but General Manager merely prevents states from prohibit- Eric Dahlberg - [email protected] ing local law enforcement from coop- Office Manager erating voluntarily with the federal Heidi Bunch - [email protected] government. Laxalt’s press release notes that all 17 Errors currently elected county sheriffs have The liability of the Publisher on accounts of consistently opposed sanctuary city error in, or omissions from, any advertise- policies and that in the vast majority of ment will in no way exceed the amount of cases an individual must be arrested for the charge of space occupied by the items in error, and then only for the first incorrect committing a crime and booked into a insertion. jail before Nevada lawmen notify immi- gration authorities. POSTMASTER: “So-called ‘sanctuary cities’ have no Send address changes to right — constitutional or otherwise Independent-News — to enlist the courts in their attempt P.O. Box 1270 to subvert lawful federal immigra- Hawthorne, NV 89415 tion authority,” added Laxalt. “Espe- cially when sanctuary policies create public-safety threats to neighboring states.” We applaud the attorney general for sticking up for the rule of law and public safety, at negligible cost to the taxpayers of Nevada. —TM Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of June 29, 2017 Page 11

members Jones. “We were gentlemen to pic of the week Jones each other.” The two lived close to one another while growing up in our mile continued from Page 1 square town. Keith Hughes, also a former class- The call came sixteen days after their mate, remembers Jones like so many of son’s sixteenth birthday, the news that no this other classmates do. “He was quiet.” parents wants to hear. Others remember that his quietness of- In a statement to the Mineral County ten made people overlook the boy with Independent and Hawthorne News by the dimple smile. then Mineral County Sheriff Hayden “His life was tragically ended before he Combs, who had confirmed that the could fulfill his dreams and enjoy adult- identity of the boy found dumped near hood,” Anthony DeCrona, fellow student Brady Hot Springs was, in fact, that of and former Mineral County Sheriff’s Michael David Jones. deputy stated. Identification was made by Lieutenant The loss of his life at such an early age G.G. Beeler, the dental officer at the Haw- has left a mark on those who daily re- thorne Naval Depot, who had performed member Jones. dental work on Jones. His sister, Debbie, who was living in Though his body remained in custody Texas at the time of his funeral, remem- of the state pathologist, his parents could bers that when Jones was found, her begin the process of closure. father didn’t want her to come home. The funeral of the Hawthorne youth “I remember my father going out to would be held on a Sunday at the Haw- look for him [Michael] that night [he thorne Cemetery. Next to his grave, his went missing].”The loss was too great for father, Vivian “Rocky” would plant a her family to bear. small sapling. Today, that sapling has “I remember him daily as he made a grown into a large tree. lamp in shop class.” That lamp, still dec- The obituary for the now found boy orates the home of his sister. would be nondescript. Mention of his Jones was only a year younger than funeral, where he was born and the fact Debbie and she remembers him as a good that he moved to Hawthorne when he boy. He worked at the El Capitan Casino was eight, as well as his surviving family and would hang out at the pool hall (that was all that was mentioned. was located in Hawthorne during at the No other word about Jones would ever time of his disappearance.) be written into the Mineral County news- Jones had two sisters and as the only papers, until today. boy of the family, Debbie would name her Throughout the 44 years after his only son after her beloved brother. death, the question of what truly hap- “I loved him tremendously and miss pened to Michael David Jones, has been him daily,” she explains to the Indepen- questioned. dent-News. The loss took a toll on the The case, still open, with the Mineral health of her parents, she exclaimed. Cur- County Sheriff’s Office, has been- ru rently, Debbie is left to relish the memo- mored to have leads. But no arrests have ries of her sibling alone as her father as been made. since passed and her mother battles Alz- A confession from Henry Lee Lucas, heimer’s. a known serial killer and cannibal who The question of what happened on Nov. had a victim profile of random men, 14, 1973 to the 15-year-old Hawthorne boy women, young boys or hitchhikers, was still remains a mystery to authorities in once thought to be a possibility to the dis- our community. Unfortunately – his dis- appearance/murder of Jones. appearance isn’t the only cold case that Lucas, who some believe to be one part of investigators longingly strive to solve the “Tag Team from Hell” with Ottis Toole here in the county. A Nevada sunset by — Jeff Moosman or one of the greatest hoaxers of all times, admitted in confessions that he would “pick up victims along the interstate.” His confessions had detectives in roughly 40 states, making appointments to visit with him to help clear cold cases off the books in many states. Unfortunately, the case of Jones would not be closed, by the fabrications of Lu- cas. Armed Forces Day 2016 would bring back Serpent Alumni from Mineral County High School Class of 1976. Pic- tured among those gone before their time in the yearbook, would be the photo Jones took right before his disappearance. Fellow classmate Dean Johnson re-

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Associated Press by Republican donor Sheldon Adelson. cultural summer program Nevada State AFL-CIO executive sec- By Sheri Samson retary treasurer Rusty McAllister in MCIN Correspondent Man plucked from raging a statement says the Senate bill gives California river in dramatic wealthy individuals “a tax break at the video As the Zoom Grant yielded sum- expense of access to affordable, quality mer funds for cultural trainings, some RENO — A Nevada man is safe after he- care for Nevada working families.” Schurz children took advantage of the licopter rescuers plucked him from a rock Heller on Friday declared his opposition program held throughout the month surrounded by swift-moving water above to the Republican’s banner legislation to of June at Schurz Elementary School. a nearly 50-foot waterfall in California. scuttle much of former President Barack Diane Romano and Pamela Wells were California Highway Patrol Officer -Da Obama’s signature health care law. on hand to facilitate a week of basket vid White said Tuesday that 25-year-old On Tuesday, Senate Republican lead- weaving knowledge, which included a Kalani Tuiono escaped from the frigid, ers shelved a vote on the bill until at least guest artisan, Rosemary Rogers-Desoto. Sheri Samson snowmelt-choked Yuba River with mi- next month. Rogers-Desotos is the daughter of Betty Student Cierra Johnson practices her nor scratches and scrapes on Saturday, Rogers, a well-known Paiute basket cleaning of the pine-nuts while in- an outcome that amazed rescuers. Fireworks sales to weaver from the Yerington area. structor Rogers-Desoto looks on while Dramatic video shows Tuiono perched begin in Vegas, amid fire safety warnings To begin, the children gathered out- playing a drum song. on a lone rock surrounded by rush- side around the American flag to give a ing water, with the waterfall just below. LAS VEGAS — Fireworks are going chant song as their silent pledge toward Steep rock frames the river. on sale this week at more than 100 fund- the flag. Rogers-Desoto explained the With a table set with various basket White says he was caught by the under- raiser locations in the Las Vegas area, significance of the drum song - “as the sizes and types, the children learned tow and swept a mile downstream from with firefighters warning about extreme Indian men which served their country things about making their own Paiute Emerald Pools, a picturesque swimming fire danger in drought-parched wild- overseas would speak of their home- baskets. Dark, wet horsehair was spun hole known for its colorful water. lands. land, their families and their respect for into water dishes, as longer blonde horse Auburn, California-based rescuers Las Vegas firefighters plan a demon- this county.” hair laid in bunches, ready to be tied off maneuvered above the falls, dropped stration Tuesday of the risk of using Once inside, a review of Paiute words, into a dainty circle to begin their own down to him in a rescue basket and car- fireworks, a day before nonprofit groups as well as the explanation that a region basket-making techniques. ried him to safety. open temporary booths on Wednesday was known as Paiute, but the people Rogers-Desoto instructed the kids to market what officials call “safe and themselves were called “Numu People”, with threaded needles of dark horse- Child drowning at sane” fireworks. meaning Native American People. Their hair, teaching them the stages of build- southern Nevada water park Fire spokesman Tim Szymanski (zim- ruled accident native food source were pine-nuts, which ing and sewing their own tiny baskets ANN’-skee) says legally sold devices were on hand for a demonstration, as into shape. HENDERSON — Authorities in Las aren’t designed to fly, spin or explode. Cierra Johnson gladly took her turn to “Your baskets start at the bottom with Vegas say an 8-year-old boy who became Sales remain legal in southern Nevada shake the basket, rocking them into the a tiny circle and build up; sewing in the unconscious in a wave pool at a Hender- until midnight July 4. air in a traditional, 50-year old method darker strands as you loop the thread son water park drowned, and his death Officials say fire danger is extreme, and of cleaning the pine-nuts. As Johnson gives a pattern and makes your bas- has been ruled an accident. no fireworks, including those labeled safe concentrated on her task, Rogers-Des- ket smooth. You keep wrapping your The Clark County coroner said Tues- and sane, are allowed on federal land. oto shared another drum song about the blonde hairs in a circle, coming up to day that that Daquan Bankston also had That includes Lake Mead National Rec- blessings of the pine-nuts. create height, but also you will learn a heart abnormality. reation Area, Red Rock Canyon National A poster on the wall showed a hand- to shape your basket as we go,” she ex- The heart condition, known as anom- Conservation Area, Mount Charleston and drawn Paiute basket with facts sur- plained. alous origin of the right coronary artery, the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. rounding the art piece. The children had The children concentrated on the pro- can be present from birth and may go un- written essays about using the willow cesses, accompanied by some adult help. detected until an autopsy is performed. Feds to pay local governments branches by the water or using baskets They asked questions about stitching- Lifeguards pulled Bankston from the $465 million for 2017 land use to carry the water, as the Paiutes were time, as Rogers-Desoto showed some pool at Cowabunga Bay on June 18. CARSON CITY — The U.S. Depart- known for their baskets. beaded baskets which took 3-4 weeks to He was pronounced dead at a hospital ment of the Interior will pay nearly $465 Caden Johnson read his research- complete, while others with leaf stitch- June 23. million this year to local governments styled paper that was full of facts about ing only took a week. Horse hair was al- Water park officials say the drowning primarily in rural areas that have come the Paiute basket-making, including the ways wet or oiled to be less brittle in the is being investigated. to rely on the funds because they cannot fact that men were hunters and women bending and stitching of basket-making. levy taxes on federal lands. were gatherers. Georgia Quintero com- She emphasized that every difference of Rally urges Heller to oppose Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke an- bined a story about Burden Baskets that a basket meant a different use or func- Senate GOP health care bill nounced the sum in Nevada on Monday. had straps to carry added things. She tion. LAS VEGAS — Union officials in Ne- The $13 million increase this year is included facts that the baskets were also In completing the day, the importance vada, community members and others slightly less than the average annual made with horsehair and decorated with of meditating and sending good thoughts have gathered at a pedestrian bridge by growth of $22 million over the last decade. beads. Carlos Ortero shared his view of while making a basket was an important the Las Vegas Strip to urge Republican Most of the money goes to Western their lesson in a poem style, beginning component in creating a basket. Songs U.S. Sen. Dean Heller to continue to op- states, where the Interior Department with “water, water, water” then taking and prayers were used to give good pose the current GOP health care bill. collects most its $8.8 billion in annual his rhythmic words on a talented jour- thoughts from a clear mind and that was About 40 people on Tuesday gathered revenue from commercial activities on ney of visual interest. the Paiute way of blessing others. at the bridge near a pair of casinos owned public lands.

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