Hawthorne The Week of May 17, 2018 America’s Patriotic Home Mineral County

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68th annual armed forces day Hawthorne’s biggest weekend of the year is here

MCIN staff annual Walker Lake High Desert be open beginning at 10 a.m. so Art Show at Souled Out. Not new that you can walk through and As friends and family make this year – just bigger will be arm reminisce about days past. the pilgrimage back to Haw- wrestling at Barley’s. A street The parade begins at 12 noon thorne for the 68th Annual dance, pin-up contest and the El with the whistle and flyover. Armed Forces Day event, let us Capitan Casino Firework show Following the parade, with take a minute to remember why will conclude Friday night. over 70 entries – the Armed we all gather back in the small Saturday morning starts off Forces Day Committee has town we call “home”. Reflect on with the Hawthorne Elks Lodge youth events planned after the those who are serving or have serving a pancake breakfast be- parade. Mineral County Search served their county this week- ginning at 7:30 a.m. to start your and Rescue will open up the end while you watch the parade. day off right. Motorheads will Old Courthouse and 6th Street Say a silent thank you as the Big be setting for a show and shine School for self-guided tours. Flag is moved up the flag pole or downtown and Greg Mohr will Tricycle races, always good take time to shake the hand of have his Kiddie Ferris Wheel for a laugh, will begin at 7 p.m. a serviceman or woman. This Rides up by 9 a.m. at 5th and E on Saturday night along with weekend is what makes Haw- Street. the Rye Brother’s Band, featur- thorne – “Hawthorne”! Betty Easley has a static dis- ing hometown boy Paul Justin As usual, there are plenty of play at the Hawthorne Airport at 9 p.m. at Joe’s Tavern. events on tap this weekend. The beginning at 9 a.m. with war- T-shirts and buttons are avail- Kenny Bostic Memorial Athletic bird planes for young and old able at local merchants around MCIN file photo Fund “Richest Chili Cook Off in to see. The Mineral County town. The annual Armed Forces Day parade down Hawthorne’s Main the West” begins at 10 a.m. at Bar- Museum as well as the Haw- Welcome home, have a safe Street is set for its usual time of 12 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. ley’s Sports Bar as well as the 58th thorne Ordnance Museum will and fun weekend.

mining fireworks spectacular Isabella Pearl Gold Project near Luning gets final permit

By Heidi Bunch citing milestone and time for MCIN Staff Gold Resource Corporation shareholders and our Nevada Gold Resource Corporation Mining Unit. We are pleased to received their final permit for have successfully navigated the the Isabella Pearl Gold Project permitting process and now outside of Luning. shift our efforts to construction The open pit heap leach gold of our first Nevada gold proj- project was granted the positive ect, the Isabella Pearl. We are record of decision on the envi- currently in a strong cash po- ronmental assessment. sition and focused on complet- The final permit, along with ing this project with cash and the approval from Gold Re- cashflow if possible. This goal source Corporation’s Board of will require metal prices and Directors moves the Isabella operations to continue as they Pearl mine into production. have thus far this year. While A major milestone for the we have other funding alterna- company and Mineral County. tives available if needed to help MCIN file photo Besides the record of decision us overcome unforeseen chal- Hawthorne’s El Capitan Casino is set to kick off Armed Forces weekend with a fireworks display and environmental assessment, lenges or metal price volatil- as it has over the past several years. The above photo was taken during the 2014 event before the Isabella Pearl was approved by ity, the Board of Directors and property underwent a massive transformation. both the Bureau of Land Manage- management of Gold Resource ment and Nevada Department of Corporation remain committed Environmental Protection. These to shareholders and are moving final permits along with their per- forward with a goal to avoid or mits for mercury, water, air and limit shareholder dilution to the El Capitan to light up the other ancillary permits which extent possible as we move for- have already been in place, allows ward with the project. “ the Gold Resource Corporation to The statement could con- sky once again Friday night construct, operate and pour dore clude, “We want to thank all at Isabella Pearl. those involved in this process MCIN Staff firework products. The projected time for Isabella including our staff and consul- Having ties to the community brought together Pearl to be up and operational is tants, the Bureau of Land Man- Armed Forces weekend will kick off with the Carns and this company after he being connected 12 months of total construction agement, the Nevada Division of annual fireworks show, shot directly off the top of to them through an Armed Forces Day Commit- time from when groundbreak- Environmental Protection, and the El Capitan Casino on Friday night. tee member. ing begins. the Mineral County Board of This undertaking has been under the care of Gen- “This is a way for the El Capitan to show sup- Gold Resource Corporation Commissioners and local com- eral Manager Glenn Carns and Pyro Spectacular. port to the Armed Forces – past, present, future chose a third-party contrac- munities. Long term, we view Pyro Spectacular, a California based com- and community. Our true tribute to the Armed tor for both the heap leach pad Isabella Pearl as the first of sev- pany has been in the fireworks profession since Forces,” Carns explained. construction and the contract eral potential operating projects first founded in 1979 entered into a United States Prior to the night sky filling full of colors, Carns mining of the Isabella Pearl. A from our Nevada Mining Unit’s ARMS program lease. The ARMS program (Ar- will address the crowd outside the fall-out zone job fair in April was held with profile of potential high-grade mament Retooling and Manufacturing Support) speaking on behalf of Northern Star Casino. “It is Ledcor in anticipation of this gold properties. We believe both is designed to encourage commercial use of the a great way to kick off the weekend.” announcement. the State of Nevada and the local Army’s active ammunition plant and depots Also invited to speak each year is the local com- In a statement released by communities in which we oper- through various incentives for businesses will- manding officer of the Hawthorne Depot. Carns Gold Corporation, Jason Reid, ate will benefit from the positive ing to locate to a government facility. Through explained that Lt. Col. Scott Bishop will be speak- CEO and President of the com- economic impact from our op- this program, Pyro Spectacular, rents from Haw- pany stated, “This is an ex- erations.” thorne Army Depot for their manufacturing of > See FIREWORKS, Page 10

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When navigating life’s twists and turns, you can feel CURTIS ISOM This year, former Armed Forces Day like you’re fi ghting fi res, swimming with sharks or Your Local Agent Committee volunteer Karen Colbert will ziplining across great divides. Working with a Farmers 420 3rd St./P.O. 99 Hawthorne, NV 89415 be enjoying her time on the sidelines, agent can help protect you every step of the way so http://www.farmersagent.com/cisom you can spend less time worrying about an uncertain watching the parade and enjoying the fi nancial fate, and more time doing the things you en- Farmers New World Life Insurance Company, festivities. joy most in life. 3003 77th Ave. St., Metcer Island, WA 98040 Last year, at her family’s assistance, Colbert retired from the event to enjoy time at home. Unfortunately – this re- tirement came with bad news as she was diagnosed with brain cancer earlier in Independent-News the year. Colbert had been instrumental in re- viving the Armed Forces Day celebra- tion after the depot decided to no longer host the festivity. She took the event from a one-day celebration to a weeklong fun- filled and patriotic packed event. Courtesy photo Who do you honor on Armed Forces Day? And Why? The life of a volunteer is not easy. Fam- Karen Colbert was instrumental in ily time is cut short, patience wears thin making Hawthorne’s Armed Forces yet, without the dedication of people like weekend celebration what it is today. Colbert and so many more, the largest celebration in Mineral County would bert and thank her for her many years of simply wither and die. service. As you walk by those that pro- So as you walk around town this vide entertainment or security for you weekend, partaking in the chili cook-off, and your family, say a few kind words. open house tours of the courthouse and Volunteering is not an easy job and Linda Young school or watch your children play on without it – Armed Forces Day weekend (Hawthorne) the youth events, take time to stop Col- will become something of the past. My Dad, my sons, my grandson, my husband – Felicia Skvarna all served in the military: (Hawthorne) Barb Owens Army, Navy, Marine Corps My papa. He drove tanks mineral county history (Hawthorne) and Air Force. for the army in Germany Our son, Tim Owens (not sure what years). (Jordan). This young man He always stood for our was a Veteran by time he vets and I admired his was 24. 1950 Armed Forces Day dedication to his country. By Harold Fuller there were some memorable exceptions during 1950. The first Armed Forces Day (AFD) The parade, with Doug Golden, NAD celebration in Hawthorne, May 20, 1950, Fire Chief as Parade Marshall, started came about because of an act initiated at the south end of town and under a fly by Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson over of several B-29 bombers and some Nina St. Clair- on Aug. 31, 1949, when he announced thrilling formation flying by four F-51’s Gma Young MacPherson the creation of a special day to be set fighters, the parade continued sown to Donald Bryden (Hawthorne) (Hawthorne) aside each year for the recognition of our Babbitt, where the construction of the (Hawthorne) My Bud and grand and I celebrate them all – the Armed Forces. This action consolidated new Seabee Park was nearing comple- Mostly, I refl ect on my great grand kids. One still young men and womein celebrations for the Army, Navy and the tion. Formal dedication of the park was family members who in National Guard and one in the service now, the served. in Air Force reserves. Air Force on the same day of the year. conducted with Governor Vail Pittman older men and women The Marine Corp did not totally agree as principal speaker and several other that served and supported the men and women that with this and still maintains their annual government officials making verbal have passed – some while celebration on Nov. 10 although they rec- overtures. Lt. Comdr. W.J. McFarland Jr. defending us. I cannot ognize AFD as well. introduced N.E. Donaldson, commander think of any other people The first celebration set the standard of the local Seabee unit, who in turn pre- If you have a question you who are less self-serving for future generations as Capitan J. S. sented the parade a result of volunteer would like us to ask our or admirable than our Crenshaw, the base Commanding Offi- efforts by the local Seabee unit to Capt. readers, please email it to: Armed Forces. God bless cer took charge as the overall Chairman. J. S. Crenshaw, Depot Commanding Of- [email protected] or them all and thank you from the bottom of my Many of the programs and festivities ficer. bring it into the offi ce. heart! implemented in that first year were re- I was there during this gathering and peated in the years thereafter. However I remember lots of people and the new park fountain was splendid. It was a busy place that day. I especially remember all the old cars that Bill Harrah, director of the Nevada Horseless Carriage, and his group, brought down. Being fifteen Non-stop beauty years olds at the time all my friends and I could do was just dream about those babies. Upon conclusion of the park ded- ication, guests continued their pre-pa- rade tour of the Naval Base. Fire fighting techniques were demonstrated, train rides offered and it seemed like there were snacks and sodas everywhere. That evening a banquet was held at the Civic Jerrod Niemann, Lauren Alaina Center with Brigadier General James A. & Montgomery Gentry Non-stop fun Xtreme Bulls May, adjutant general of Nevada giving the principal talk. Following the banquet there was a public “Wake up America” meeting presented by the Elks Lodge Your non-stop adventure with Gov. Pittman making the address of the evening. The American Legion and starts here! VFW assisted in various parts of this It’s more that a rodeo. It’s a concert, colorful, patriotic program. Numerous Xtreme bulls and everything Reno clubs and organizations were thanked has to offer. by Capt. Crenshaw for their fine support of Hawthorne’s first Armed Forces Day Get your tickets today, $14-$27 celebration. June 14 - 23, 2018 The day was celebrated in other cities plus a service fee. Last year Tickets - 800-325-SEAT and towns throughout Nevada but Haw- was a sell-out. RenoRodeo.com thorne’s AFD was generally recognized being the biggest and best, just as it is today. Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 P age 3 MT. GRANT GENERAL HOSPITAL CELEBRATES NATIONAL HOSPITAL WEEK Every year, there is a week set aside to acknowledge the hard working it is essential to our success. employees of each and every hospital nationally. The theme for this year’s The Mt. Grant General Hospital’s staff works as a team and together helps National Hospital Week is “Caring is our Calling”. Mt. Grant General Hospital make a difference in our community and make this facility a bright place of is a place where people go to heal, and is a part of the community that fosters confidence and pride. We take National Hospital Week as an opportunity strength and hope. to thank all of the dedicated individuals, physicians, nurses, therapists, National Hospital Week, May 14th-18th, is the nation’s largest health care engineers, food service workers, volunteers, administrators and so many event and a celebration of the history, technology and dedicated professionals more, for their contributions. Every team member is essential to the growing that make our facility a shining example of confidence and care. Every success of the facility and is as equally important to its future. day, our staff with their endless compassion and tireless efforts, makea We witness miracles every day. Although time changes things, our commitment to build exceptional relationships with their patients. They do dedication remains. In the end, it’s about caring hearts ~ and in our age of this with extraordinary pride. The exceptional skills and giving spirit of each remarkable technology, our staff members are our most valuable asset. This individual, help produce the wonders of care in big ways and small. We are week, we honor them. very proud of our team and thankful to their dedication and professionalism, Thank you for supporting your local hospital!

BOARD OF TRUSTEES RESPIRATORY THERAPY TOM FITZGERALD - CHAIRPERSON WILLIAM DELAGO - SUPERVISOR MICHELLE DOW – CLERK JAVIER FONSECA – RESPIRATORY THERAPIST MARCI BALDRY – RN PATRICIA COEN – VICE CHAIRPERSON JENNIFER HOLDER – PD RESP. THERAPIST NURSING - SNF MERCELITA CARTER – RN RICHARD SCHUMANN -- TRUSTEE MONIQUE AVINA – PD RESP. THERAPIST JASMIN ARNAIZ - RN, DON NORETTA CHAN – RN KAREN WOMACK -- TRUSTEE MARIA VENTURA – RN MICHEAL GERBER - RN JUANCHICHOS VENTURA, M.D. - TRUSTEE LABORATORY DEBRA DOMAGALA – LPN MELISSA MAGALLON – MANAGER MINDEYA GERBER – RN KELLI KEENAN – LPN CAROLYN REYNOLDS – RN ADMINISTRATION AILENE SANCHEZ – ASST MGR/MT REBECCA ALLEN – CNA SKAWDUEN SCOTT – RN HUGH QUALLS - ADMINISTRATOR JAMES NORMAN – TECHNICIAN TARA BONSE – CNA STARR WILLIAMS – LAB ASSISTANT DISNEY VENTURA – RN MICHELLE CARLSON – CNA REGYNALD VENTURA – RN BUSINESS OFFICE CORI CARRIERO, CNA SHARON BLACK - LPN MICHAEL METKOVICH - CFO MAINTENANCE HYDIE DOUGLAS - CNA SANDY MAHAN – RN PD GREG SCHUMANN - IT MGR ANDY STINSON – SUPERVISOR PENNY DUFF – CNA VIRGINIA MITCHELL – RN PD ANTHONY MAHLUM – IT ASSISTANT RANDY CANADY – MAINTENANCE ASST II MELISSA FERRELL -- CNA BRENDA SHAW – RN PD JONALEE ROBERTS – HR/PAYROLL MGR JOHN BLACK – MAINTENANCE ASST ANN LABERTA – CNA CHARLES MANN – ER TECH/CP TAMMY STRANGE - DATA PROCESSING CYNTHIA NORMAN – CNA DANIEL CERVANTES – CNA ROBERT COX – AP/PAYROLL RADIOLOGY MACIE OBERHANSLI – CNA MARY LENNOX – CNA BRANDON CHRISTENSEN – BUS OFC MGR DUANE HENRY - SUPERVISOR AMANDA PYATT – CNA MELISSA RICCIO – CNA JAIME BARTON – PT ACCT REP KEVIN FRADE – RADIOLOGIC TECH NICHOLE SMITH – CNA VICKIE ROLLINS – CNA ANGELA BALES – PT ACCT REP ROBIN MARTINEZ - RECEPTIONIST MONICA TSOSIE – CNA STEPHANY SEAVEY – CNA TINAE STERLING – PT ACCT REP PAUL CONNOLLY – PD RADIOLOGIC TECH THEA VIRGIL – CNA/UNIT SECRETARY SUSAN COOPER – PD RADIOLOGIC TECH MICHAEL SOWERS – CNA MANDY CAREY – CNA PD LYNN TRELA – CNA CLINIC ROSE HELD – PD ULTRASOUND TECH KAORU LEGG – CNA PD CORINNA SCOTT – WARD CLERK JUANCHICHOS VENTURA, MD, CHIEF OF STAFF TRUDI MCBOOME – CNA PD SHELLY SKVARNA – WARD/CENTRAL SUPPLY DANIEL DEES, MD DIETARY STEPHANIE JOHNSON – CNA PD SHEENA DOUGLAS – CNA PD LAURA MILLSAP, PA-C CASSIE VERKAMP - DIETARY MANAGER DARCIE HOLYBEE – CNA PD TOBEY MORRIS-HULL, APRN JACQUELYN THYM – DIETICIAN NURSING -NAT APRIL KATI – CNA PD DAVID RIVAS, DO MARY KILPATRICK – HEAD COOK JULIEANNA WILLIAMS -- NAT MEGAN GALLEGOS – CNA PD MARK STEVENS, APRN MARA MEDEIROS – PREP COOK MAXINE WILDING – RECEPTIONIST PD MATTHEW WEST, PA-C TONYA BOYLES – COOK SOCIAL SERVICES BRENT KUNZLER, PA-C VERONICA PONCE – COOK MEGHAN JEFFERS – ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR RISK MANAGEMENT CHRISTIAN MULLINS, MD DANA MORGAN – DIETARY AIDE KATHY VERKAMP – RM, QA-UR COORD CHRISTOPHER WARD, MD KRYSTAL OWENS – DIETARY AIDE MEDICAL RECORDS JERI LYNNE LANDE – PATIENT REP/UR ASST ESTRELLA BANDONI – CLINIC LEAD LISA DONLEAVY – PD DIETARY DANIELLE SCARLATA – HIM SUPERVISOR CAROL LEMEIUX – SAFETY/EMS/HIPAA ANNA BANDONI, MEDICAL ASST/FLOAT EMILIEE GOODWIN – PD DIETARY KILA CONKIN – MEDICAL ASST PT/HOMEMAKING LUCIA IMLAY – MEDICAL ASST HOUSEKEEPING TERCEIRA SCHUNKE – OFC MGR/PROG DIR PAULA JACKSON – RECEPTIONIST LAURA TRUSTY - SUPERVISOR SANDRA MEDEIROS – ASST OFC MGR AMANDA JONES - RECEPTIONIST JIM BARNES - HOUSEKEEPER FRANCES CASTLEMAN – HOMEMAKER THOMAS KEENAN - RECEPTIONIST JONATHAN HUNTER – HOUSEKEEPER RUBY IVES – HOMEMAKER AMANDA KEIRN – TELEMEDICINE MA REBECCA LABERTA – HOUSEKEEPER MARY LAWSON – HOMEMAKER SARANA LEPCZYK – RECEPTIONIST DAVID PRIDEAUX – HOUSEKEEPER THERESA THYNE – HOMEMAKER NELLIE MORGAN - RECEPTIONIST CARMEN TAYLOR – LAUNDRY AIDE DR. KIMBERLY WORTMAN - PT/OT/SLP THER SHAWNA PAGE – MEDICAL ASST AMBER LOPEZ -- PT HOUSEKEEPER PHYLLIS REBOTTARO-MEDICAL ASST GERI TAYLOR – SPEECH TISHA SANCHEZ – MEDICAL ASST NURSING – ACUTE JOSEPH COX – PT AIDE II DONNA TIPPIN - MEDICAL ASST JAN KOLLODGE – RN, DON TAMIYA FERGUSON – RN, ASST DON ELLA BELLE – PD PT AIDE P age 4 Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 primary election candidate questions

Justice of the peace is going to take someone who can be firm, community, who work hard for what I feel that we need to improve commu- fair and consistent and who is not going they have, deserve a better response from nications between departments and be Why do you to tolerate the “good old boys” club. I am the justice system when crimes are com- able to reach one another in the event want to be asking for the voters support because I mitted against them or their property. If that there is a problem or miscommuni- Hawthorne Township am confident that I am the person for this anyone had read any reviews regarding cation, or even if there is a simple ques- Justice of the job, no matter how difficult it may be. It is the Justice Court you will see that it is tion. Through my time at the Sheriff’s Peace? going to take someone to make tough de- not just the courtroom that needs im- Department I have seen how hard it can cisions and hold their ground. I am that provement but the office and business be to communicate with the Court, and I I want to be person. practices overall could use some polish- feel that it needs to be corrected. Justice of the Peace ing. Everyone who works for the county because it’s time What do you feel are the serves this community and therefore What do you feel are the big- for a cleanup. It is biggest issues facing the should hold themselves to a higher stan- gest issues facing the Justice Breanna Hatfield Justice of the Peace position in of the Peace position in Mineral time for victims of Mineral County? dard than what we are seeing. There is County? crimes to feel that no excuse for poor customer service and something was done on their behalf. It is One of the biggest issues facing this poor office procedures, everything can be The biggest issues facing the Justice time for those who continuously appear position is the negative reputation it has improved on. of the Peace would have to be the lack in this court room to be held accountable for not getting things accomplished in a of faith and trust from the public that for their actions no matter the “influence” just manner. This ties in with the serious it serves. Whether it be miscommuni- they were under at the time. It is time lack of accountability for offenders and cations or lack of understanding, steps for the court as a whole to become better the constant plea deals that are accepted Why do you must be taken to improve the situation. want to be with its business services, time manage- without taking the victims into consider- Hawthorne There will always be judgments that ment and customer service. This com- ation. Just because someone is under the Township people will not like, however it must be munity is better than what is receiving, influence of any substance at the time of Justice of the stated that the cases and or judgments and it is time that standard is now met on the crime or arrest does not justify them Peace? made must be done through the evi- a continuous level and always striving to not being held responsible for whatever I would have dence presented, and not on wishes or be better. This is not a computer job or crime took place outside of the substance to say the biggest wants. a throw on a robe and do what you want abuse. This cycle of stagnant behavior reason I would Revenue is always a major issues, I be- job. This takes work and integrity. This has to be stopped. The people of this like to be Justice of lieve that we can help increase revenue by the Peace is to take Jim Kenner expanding warrant extraditions and col- corrective actions lect on old fines and judgments that have to boost the confi- not been paid. A major source of revenue 2018 Armed Forces Day dence and integrity of the Justice Court in is the Fines and Forfeitures to the County. the eyes of the citizens of Mineral County. It helps to fund both the Sheriff’s Depart- Coloring Contest Winners! While no matter what issues come before ment and the Fire Department that are the Court, I believe that it is important both sorely in need of funding. to hear both side of any disagreement or Video Court needs to be reinstated case. However every case must be judged to the Court system, as it will free up on its own merit to the evidence provided Deputies that are transporting inmates regardless of the infraction or disagree- back and forth to the Court. This can ment. cause people to have to wait for service I began my service to Mineral County until a Deputy can become available. A in 2011 by becoming a Firefighter/AEMT. video system will allow for faster ser- In 2016 I accepted the offer from the Sher- vice to the citizens of Mineral County iff’s Department and work for the citi- and save on fuel and time expense of zens of Mineral County through its de- the department. partment. I have learned a lot and have In conclusion, I would like to that I a better understanding of how the legal would like the opportunity to be able to system works. I have unfortunately seen support the staff of the Justice Court and things go awry when a simple miscom- make sure that they have the resources CONGRATS munication leads to a huge problem caus- that they need. Should anyone have any ing a dismissal because the proper infor- questions, please feel free to message me TO mation could not be acquired due to lack of pose your questions to me on our Face- TC Jr. Knight for winning 1st place, Rica Douglas winning 2nd place and Kyle of open lines of communication. I would book page”Jim Kenner for Justice of the Madrid winning 3rd place in the 2018 Armed Forces Day coloring contest. like the opportunity to expand my ser- Peace Mineral County 2018”. Thank you vice to the citizens of Mineral County and for your consideration. Hawthorne Utilities and Chuck the Duck would like to thank all the young provide for needs of the public through artist who submitted pictures, you all did a wonderful job coloring! fair and honest Judicial process. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 Michael Roberson Cracking Down on Sanctuary Cities

Michael Roberson introduced Senate Bill 333 which would have STOPPED any attempts to make Nevada a Sanctuary State and stop any local governments from making themselves a Sanctuary City.

Roberson was successful in defeating attempts by Senate Democrats to pass their Sanctuary State Roberson leads charge for amendment bill during last year’s legislative session. banning sanctuary cities.

Michael Roberson will do everything he can to defend our homes and jobs from illegal immigration.

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Why do you What do you feel are the limited by our small tax base. A big chal- gest issue. We have people and business want to be biggest issues facing the lenge as a Commissioner is trying to see leaving faster than they are starting up Hawthorne Justice of the Peace position in Township Mineral County? that county departments have what they here. We have several new companies Justice of the need to operate and also provide funding working through processes at this time, Peace? In their astounding wisdom, the found- to various community support agencies and I believe we will be helping them Everyone has ing fathers decided that people who are not that we need. That being said, I am hop- break ground this year or cutting ribbons dreams and goals, lawyers could serve as judges in two court ing to see additional revenues coming in some instances. My goal is break- and are born with systems in the United States. Justice of the our way by geothermal and solar energy ing ground in every town in the county! talents, some for peace judges and Supreme Court justices. businesses operating in the county. Without some welcoming attitudes in fill their dreamsPaula Joe Reed By allowing laypeople to administer the Another big challenge is having the county government this is impossible. some are afraid justice courts in our country, the found- knowledge necessary to make decisions We need to get behind our Economic to take a chance! ers of our nation empowered communi- on so many levels. Although I will bring a Development agency and give them all of Goals are just the wish without a plan. ties to participate in the administration of lot to the table, I certainly don’t know ev- the support we can and as county govern- I personally have always had the de- the law. erything! But I do promise to make it my ment act like a partner. It is too difficult sire to run for political office; with being Ensuring that courts closest to our cit- business to put in the time necessary to doing business with the county at this raised in a small business I was taught at izens remain transparent and geared to educate myself with our local ordinances time. I would like to streamline the pro- an early age everyone is welcome. With serve the public. and also familiarize myself with the Ne- cess of business licenses, building per- the experience of 35 years in public ser- I believe there is currently a need in our vada Open Meeting Law to ensure the mits and other planning processes with vice as a cosmetologist and business justice court to live up to our founder’s vi- Commission operates under the provi- the various departments. owner I’ve learned a lot about people, no sion. sions of these statutes. Storey County has a process that takes one is the same, each person is different. We need to improve the court’s respon- And finally, the challenge to please ev- no longer than thirty days for planning, People make mistakes, have problems, siveness and efficiency. eryone. If it’s one thing I’ve learned in my building, zoning, we should be compet- been harmed, have harmed, get offended The court should implement practices years at the County – it’s never going to ing with that timeline. Companies will and offend others, some get caught and that allow for timely and economical res- happen. Not everyone will be happy with no longer wait years for approvals when others think it’s not their fault and blame olution of infractions and disputes. you. But if you vote citing the law, with there are 80,000 other communities com- others. This position I’m know comes By using readily available technology your morals and with integrity, you’ll be peting for their business. Other states with discussions that some will like and the court can save our taxpayers’ money doing a good job! are actually offering free land and cash some will not. I know with my choice and increase revenue. Technology such to locate there. We cannot offer cash, but for this Justice of the Peace office has big as telepresence can help rehabilitate of- we can make the process painless enough shoes to fill I can and will do the best for fenders and allow for speedier hearings. and fast enough to make locating here the our community. When citizens call the court they best business decision. should be able to speak with a represen- James Utterback What do you feel are the tative to help them pay citations and have biggest issues facing the Why do you want to be a county their questions answered. Candidate questions will be continued in the May Justice of the Peace position in commissioner? Mineral County? And most of all: 24 edition of the Mineral County Independent- Repeat offenders who have failed to I believe that I can do an excellent job News. The newspaper reached out to those There has been so much violence, mas- comply with opportunities for rehabil- for the citizens of Mineral County and it candidates who are running in the primary sacres that have been happening in our itation cannot be released back into the would be an honor to serve the people of race for the following seats: Justice of Peace world and so close to home. I feel we need community to cause harm to law-abiding this County. My goal is to establish the – Hawthorne Township, County Commissioner, a metal detector put in our Justice Court citizens. ecosystem of growth that we currently County Recorder – Auditor, School Board Trustee to protect and provide a sense of peace of lack at a government level. Our commu- and County Assessor. Each candidate was asked mind for all who enter the courtroom. nities need to grow and I believe I can help two questions and allowed 250 words per ques- make our community a place to thrive by tion to address the voters. It is the hope of the county commissioner fostering a can do county government. newspaper that the answers provided by the candidates help Mineral County voters as they Why do you Why do you What do you feel are the big- head to the polls to vote in the primary election. want to be want to be gest issues facing the county The Independent-News will invite those who Hawthorne a county commission in Mineral County? Township commis- advance and are uncontested in the general elec- Justice of the sioner? I believe the economic situation we tion to answer questions closer to that election Peace? face here in Mineral County is our big- date. I have been con- I decided to run sidering running for Commissioner for Justice of the for a number of Peace since 2014. reasons. I would My background Mike James say the biggest rea- Christine Hoferer makes me ideally son is the fact that suited for this role. we need someone I have worked in the county for a decade. in this position that can bring knowledge, I have collaborated with many great peo- experience, dedication and a sincere de- ple during my tenure the Care and Share sire to serve our community. My 32 years Senior Center and the Public Guardian’s at Mineral County have given me that. HEAVY DUTY TOWING SPECIALISTS office. I have strong working relation- Attending most commission meetings ships with law enforcement, judges and over the past 20 years, I certainly have ob- TOWING & RECOVERY SERVICES the district attorney and public servants tained more knowledge and experience in our county and statewide. in the operation of our local government CalNevadaTowing.com — 415 L Street ~ Hawthorne 866-359-3725 As an officer of Nevada’s 11 Judicial than any other candidate. District, I have to employ sound and I know the specific functions of every reasoned judgment on a daily basis that county department; have accounting and directly affects the lives of protected budgetary experience, personnel law ex- Mineral County Independent-News individuals. I work with the court and perience, served in union negotiations participate in hearings on a regular ba- and much more. I will put my experience will be closed on sis. to good use and in the process learn and My experience makes me the perfect participate at a different level. I want to Friday, May 25 candidate for Justice of the Peace. do what’s best for our community but in observance of Memorial Day I will work hard to ensure the court more importantly, I know what public serves the public efficiently. I will be service means. I’ve done my job as your there to assist the justice court staff and Recorder-Auditor with honesty, integrity We will reopen on Monday delegate tasks appropriately. and ethics and have told many people I will approach cases without bias, over the years – if you can’t do that every May 28 (Memorial Day) ensuring that rulings are decided on day – you’re in the wrong business. the evidence and testimony provided in court. What do you feel are the Just as citizens are accountable to the biggest issues facing the Deadline is still Friday at 5:00pm county commission in Mineral courts, the courts need to be accountable County? and submissions can be emailed to to citizens. I hope you consider me when going to I would have to say our budget con- [email protected] the polls in June and November! straints. We are a small, rural community HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH ELECT ELECT MIKE FOR WHAT IT’S WORTH MIKE I have known Mike James for ten years. J I considered running for Justice of the Peace. J Mike James approached me about signs for his bid for Justice of the Peace. I told Mike that it would be awkward, as I was intend- A ing to run. Two months later, after hearing of Mike’s filing, I called A and told him that he would be a better judge than me, and that I M would endorse him. M That time has come. E I find Mike to be intelligent, articulate, professional, and person- E able. I wholeheartedly support Mike on his endeavor to become our next Justice of the Peace. S Please join me in support of my “F-R-I-E-N-D” MIKE JAMES. S Signed JUSTICE Wade Barton JUSTICE OF THE OF THE PEACE Pd. Pol. Adv. PEACE Pd. Pol. Adv. HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Pd. Pol. Adv. P age 6 Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018

Class of 1978 hosting quilt raffle Operation Gratitude drive on tap Over Armed Forces weekend, the Mineral County High School Class of 1978 will be hosting a quilt raffle to raise money to offset the cost for their 40th year class reunion. Saturday at Veterans Memorial Park The proceeds will be used for the reunion event but the class hopes to donate the remainder of funds, after their An Operation Gratitude Collection Hawthorne Elementary First Grade Pa- event, back to the community. Drive will be held on Thursday, May 17 triots. Items needed are: knit hats and The remaining funds will be donated as follows: 50 per- at Veterans Memorial Park from 12:30 to scarves; socks (not white); energy bars; cent will be given to the Armed Forces Day Committee to begin funding the 2019 Armed 2:30 p.m. single serve hot/cold cereal; travel size Forces Day celebration and the remainder will be split evenly 25 percent between two youth groups in the community. Those youth groups interested in having their name put This operation sends care packages dental kits; individual moist towlettes; into a hat for the drawing of funds, needs to contact Jeri Lynne Lande at 775-316-0408. to the U.S. Military troops who are de- beef jerky; sunflower seeds; Girl Scout Tickets will be available in old bank parking lot (at the stop light) during the parade. ployed; new recruits; veterans; wounded cookies and more. Gift cards can also be Price is $1 each, six for $5 or 25 for $20. warriors and their caregivers. included as well as personal letters of ap- Those collecting the donations will be preciation.

MEN IN SERVICE

PVT Hunter Boehler Chief Petty Offi cer Coen Major David E. (Deuce) United States Air Force SSgt. Delta 3-10 INF 2nd PLT US Coast Guard Geerdes Tyler Lee Hegg Ft Leonardwood, Mo. Currently serving at Port Security Unit Son of David E. Geerdes and Gail and Elmendorf AFB, Alaska. Son of Tracy and Karry Larramendy 311 in Long Beach, Calif. Coast Guard Cliff Richardson of Fernley, Nev. Husband of Alexandra Hegg; father to and Brian Boehler; husband of Alisa Reserves. Deploying June 1, 2018 to Utah Air National Guard Aidan and Ronan Hegg; son of Chris Boehler; father of Ryker and Archer Guantanamo Bay, Cuba Deuce, his crew, the American Flag and Dede Hegg; brother of Dawson and grandson of Nancy Boehler. and the KC-135 Refueler that he pilots. and Pepper Hegg and grandson of Wil- low Phillips.

Ao1 Benjamin Llewellyn Deputy Chief Chris Hubmer PFC Collin Sanford PV2 Tyler J Smith Aboard the John C. Stennis CFO-2012 and CTO-2013 Deployed Afghanistan. Infantry, 10th Mountain Div, 2-30 From the Camp Pendleton Fire De- MCHS graduate of 2014. Bravo Company partment , an accredited agency, was Currently stationed at Fort Polk, La. selected as the Marine Corps Civilian Graduated OSUT & AIT Ft Benning, of the Year. This is the fi rst fi re offi cer Ga in December 2017 to be awarded this honor. Hubmer is Graduated MCHS 2017 the son of Wally and Laura Hubmer of Lucky Boy.

Master Sergeant James ‘Jimmy’ Williams US Air Force and class of 2001 MCHS received two awards while at Sheppard AFB, Texas in 2017. He is now stationed at Holloman AFB, New Mexico since January 2018. He joined the USAF in July 2001 and has a least two tours in the Mid –East plus a Euro- pean/ Great Brittan tour. Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 P age 7

1958 Little League NV State Champions Rocky Mountain Division Champions Western Region Final 4 1959 Babe Ruth NV State Champions Western Regionals 1960 Babe Ruth NV State Champions Western Regionals 1961 Babe Ruth NV State Runner-Ups American Legion NV State Champions Western Regionals Runner-Ups 1962 American Legion NV State Champions American Legion Western Regionals 1963 American Legion NV State Runner-Ups

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL 1962 Northern NV A Champions 1963 Northern NV A Champions (Undefeated) NV State Overall Runner-Ups 1964 Northern NV A Champions

In this photo, snapped just before the 1958 Little League Team took the field at Alpenr ose Stadium in Portland, players are seen wearing eye black. These resourceful small town boys

used the residue from exhaust pipes in the parking lot aft er catching a glimpse of the California players with their eye black.

L-R: Back Row Manager Dick Willardson, Johnny Tobin, Terry Bullington, Mike Gray, Brent Foshie, Lornie Wagner, Sandy Sanderson, Mike Lyle and Coach Elmer Byrd. Bottom Row Marvin Thouvenal, Ronnie Marshall, Leland Brigham, Clifton Powers, Shannon Abston, Johnny Madraso and Dick Willardson Jr. Not pictured Steve Owen

When the boys couldn’t make it to Sturgis, they created Sport’s Fans are always curious about what it takes to their own Field of Dreams. Tiny Cardenas, who later build a winning ball team that can face the toughest would spearhead the building of Hawthorne’s current

opponents and still year after year, emerge as champions. Baseball Field, led the team on the conversion of the

This year Hawthorne Celebrates the 60th Anniversary hardtop racing track by gathering everyone and moving

of just such a team. It all began in 1958 and for the 6 sheets of plywood to make an eight foot high outfield

years that followed, a little baseball team of best friends, fence that was supported by giant tractor tires. Robert from Hawthorne, Nevada, dominated the Nevada Jarmillo discovered red dirt from an abandoned mill and Baseball scene. How did they do it? According to Brent the boys hauled in buckets of that red dirt to mark the Foshie, an outstanding All-Star athlete who went on to baselines. play Pro Ball and become a nationally recognized youth Sometimes the boys would shag baseballs for the high sports coach, the answer may not be what you think. school players on the back play yard at the Old Primary Hawthorne might have been playing ball in the dirt, but School and then use the front lawn of the Old Court Sturgis Field in Babbitt was a first class playing facility House to learn how to play and catch on grass. with full grandstands, a concession stand and a solid From Highway Patrolman Herb Sarnowski’s back yard

board fence in the outfield. The Navy Seabees built the the Lyles, the Wagners, the Sarnowskis and the rest of the field for the community and since the majority of neighborhood kids, including Bat Boy Dean Byrd, Hawthorne’s Little League parents, many of whom were learned how hard the curves and sinkers could be thrown the great coaches the team of 1958 had, were employed at by playing Wiffle Ball. The sandlot batting practice the Naval Base. These future all-stars were dropped off at equipment was a pile of river rocks paired with a couple Sturgis Field on their parents’ way to work in the of broken wooden bats that had been nailed together. All- morning and picked up in the afternoon after a full day of star pitcher Brent Foshie developed his skills by throwing baseball. These kids were dedicated because they loved thousands of pitches against a shed made out of discarded the game. It was true sandlot baseball with the only ammo crates from NAD. stoppage in play being when the produce truck arrived at So what makes a CHAMPION TEAM? Great coaches, Safeway and the Little Leaguers would observe the supportive parents and the spirit, spunk, grit, and tenacity unloading of the watermelon. If one dropped, it was of those kids. BUT MOST OF ALL, those kids loved that given to the players for a lunchtime treat. game and were having good old fashioned fun!

THANKS to people like Jason Cardenas, Darren Hamry, Dean Byrd, Brent Foshie, Lornie & Dale Wagner, Mike Lyle, Larry Marshall, the Armed Forces Day Committee, Heidi Bunch and the crew at the Mineral County Independent small town pride and spirit lives on.

Happy Armed Forces Day from: JD Mini Storage John Erle Daniels Construction Barlow’s Dutch Creek Ranch P age 8 Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018

BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF NEVADA Application of Nevada Power Company d/b/a NV Energy for ) approval of fuel and purchased power expenses and to reset the ) Temporary Renewable Energy Development charge, reset all ) components of the Renewable Energy Program Rates, reset the ) Base Energy Efficiency Program Rates, reset the Base Energy ) Efficiency Implementation Rates, reset the Amortization Energy ) Docket No. 18-03002 Efficiency Program Rate, reset the Amortization Energy Efficiency ) Implementation Rate, and refund the total amount of Base ) Energy Efficiency Implementation Rate revenue received in 2017, ) including carrying charges. ) ______)

Application of Sierra Pacific Power Company d/b/a NV Energy ) for approval of fuel and purchased power expenses and to reset the ) Temporary Renewable Energy Development charge, reset all ) components of the Renewable Energy Program Rates, reset the ) Base Energy Efficiency Program Rates, reset the Base Energy ) Efficiency Implementation Rates, reset the Amortization Energy ) Docket No. 18-03003 Efficiency Program Rate, reset the Amortization Energy Efficiency ) Implementation Rate, and refund the total amount of Base ) Energy Efficiency Implementation Rate revenue received in 2017, ) including carrying charges. ) ______)

Application of Sierra Pacific Power Company d/b/a NV Energy ) Sheri Samson for approval of natural gas expenses and to reset all components ) Docket No. 18-03004 A two-night Meet the Candidates event took place last Thursday and Friday at of the Renewable Energy Program Rate. ) the Hawthorne Convention center. Docket No. 18-03004

NOTICE OF CONSUMER SESSION AND Meet the Candidates event held at NOTICE OF HEARING Nevada Power Company d/b/a NV Energy (“NPC”) filed with the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (“Commission”) an Application, designated as Docket No. 18-03002, for approval of Hawthorne Convention Center fuel and purchased power expenses for the 12-month period ending December 31, 2017. The Application also requests authorization to reset the Temporary Renewable Energy Development By Sheri Samson park and recreation and economic de- (“TRED”) charge, reset Renewable Energy Program Rates (“REPR”), reset the Base Energy Ef- ficiency Program Rates (“Base EEPR”), reset the Base Energy Efficiency Implementation Rates MCIN Correspondent velopment issues, coming from treating (“Base EEIR”), reset the Energy Efficiency Program Amortization Rate (“Amortization EEPR”), people fairly, always listening and “im- reset the Energy Efficiency Implementation Amortization Rate (“Amortization EEIR”), and refund Two nights of publicly attended pre- proving on what we have.” Christine the total amount of Base EEIR revenue received in 2017, including carrying charges. sentations entitled “Meet the Candi- Hoferer spoke of her county experience NPC requests the following rates to be applied per kilowatt-hour (“kWh”): dates” was recently held at the USO/ which began in 1978, familiarity with Rate ($/kWh) 2017 2018 Convention Center, sponsored by the budgets and existing county depart- TRED (all residential schedules) $0.00086 $0.00086 TRED (all non-residential schedules) $0.00062 $0.00067 Democratic and Republican Parties, ments, as well as “bringing accountabil- REPR (all residential and non-residential schedules) $0.00095 $0.00077 hosted by Sue Merrill Banks. Candi- ity and improvement to many county Amortization EEPR credit $(0.00056) $(0.00040) dates from the upcoming Primary Bal- areas.” Mina resident, Norm Williams Amortization EEIR credit $(0.00003) $(0.00003) lot, and those that will run later in the explained his background and sug- Base EEIR (single-family residential class (“RS class”)) $0.00028 $0.00022 year, were invited to address the public gested to “see what we can do” to get the Base EEPR (RS class) $0.00244 $0.00240 NPC states that, consistent with the Commission’s Order in Docket No. 13-04014 and the with a three-minute overview, then ac- county on its feet. resulting modifications to Nevada Administrative Code (“NAC”) 704.9523(4), NPC is proposing cept written questions from the audi- The Sheriffs position had Candidate to refund the total amount of EEIR revenue received in 2017, including carrying charges, on ence. Local candidates, as well as State Randy Adams (current Sheriff) sharing a class-specific basis, which NPC states results in a total refund of $4,526,775. NPC further and Federal office-seekers were invited the many department updates, grants states that of the $4,526,775 total, $1,910,789 was recovered from the RS class and that the to present. obtained and improvements accom- refund of this amount will result in an adjustment credit for the RS class of $0.00027. Statements from several State and plished, adding “staffing levels are com- Sierra Pacific Power Company d/b/a NV Energy (“SPPC”, together with NPC, “NV Energy”) filed with the Commission an Application, designated as Docket No. 18-03003, for approval of Federal candidates were publicly read, ing up and we have a proactive force fuel and purchased power expenses for the 12-month period ending December 31, 2017. The as they were not in attendance due in place.” Candidate Earl Perry stated Application also requests authorization to reset the TRED charge, reset the REPR, reset the to scheduling. Republican candidate, his experience and qualifications, add- Base EEPR, reset the Base EEIR, reset the Amortization EEPR, reset the Amortization EEIR, Alexis Hansen, running for State As- ing “things are said but not seen” while and refund the total amount of Base EEIR revenue received in 2017, including carrying charges. sembly District 32 had her statement stating that he would step up and make SPPC requests the following rates to be applied per kWh: Rate ($/kWh) 2017 2018 read, while Republican Tom Fransway, things happen, not utilizing an undersh- TRED (all residential and non-residential schedules) $0.00100 $0.00098 running for the same seat, appeared eriff, but promoting from within. REPR (all residential and non-residential schedules) $0.00370 $0.00365 from Winnemucca, reviewing his 29 Chris Nepper, running unopposed for Amortization EEPR credit $(0.00024) $(0.00037) years of community service and vowing Clerk\Treasurer, updated with informa- Amortization EEIR credit $(0.00001) $0.00004 to make everyone accountable. tion regarding the streamlining done Base EEIR (single-family residential class (“D-1 class”)) $0.00017 $0.00015 Democratic candidate, Amy Vilela, within the office, as well as new county Base EEPR (D-1 class) $0.00187 $0.00195 SPPC states that, consistent with the Commission’s Order in Docket No. 13-04014 and the running for the U.S. House Congressio- software, new voting machines and resulting modifications to NAC 704.9523(4), SPPC is proposing to refund the total amount of nal seat in the 4th District, was on hand blight grants being completed. EEIR revenue received in 2017, including carrying charges, on a class-specific basis, which to personally share her reason for run- Justice of the Peace Candidates shared: SPPC states results in a total refund of $1,398,803. SPPC further states that of the $1,398,803 ning, which involved health care issues Breanna Hatfield spoke of local commu- total, $456,163 was recovered from the D-1 class and that the refund of this amount will result which personally affected her and stat- nity involvements since 2011, a business in an adjustment credit for the D-1 class of $0.00022. ing she was not a career politician. Re- owner background and a Bachelor De- SPPC also filed with the Commission an Application, designated as Docket No. 18-03004, for approval of natural gas expenses for the 12-month period ending December 31, 2017, and publican candidate, David Gibbs, run- gree in Criminal Justice, with a “goal to to reset all elements of the REPR. ning for the same seat, had his statement change the reputation of the office and SPPC requests the REPR rate to be changed from $0.00141 to $(0.00040) per therm. SPPC read by James Utterback. hold people accountable using resources states that the overall effect of granting the relief requested is to decrease annual revenue by County Commissioner Seat C Can- in place.” Paula Reed spoke of long-term $309,501, or 0.29 percent over all classes of customers. didates shared; Mike Gus spoke of his family ties to the county and of a grand- The Commission may approve these rates as proposed by NV Energy or decrease or in- crease the rates as necessary to provide that such rates are just and reasonable. background as a congressional staffer, father in State politics, also as a business NV Energy filed these Applications pursuant to the Nevada Revised Statutes (“NRS”) and shared of economic development and owner she “learned to operate within the the NAC, Chapters 703 and 704, including, but not limited to, NRS 704.110 and 704.187. Pursu- “tying into the bigger towns” with an laws, respecting the laws in place and ant to NRS 703.190 and NAC 703.527 et seq., NV Energy requests that certain materials in the emphasis on end results of Interstate 11. following the power of proper processes Applications receive confidential treatment. Russell Owens admitted being a “lifer” within the administration of justice.” NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to NAC 703.164, the Commission has scheduled of Mineral County, speaking of his con- Michael James explained his resume a CONSUMER SESSION for the Applications in these consolidated Dockets (Docket Nos. 18- 03002, 18-03003, and 18-03004) to be held as follows: cerns involving cost of living increases built within the county framework and TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2018 and his desire to be the peoples voice for currently working within the courts as a 6:00 p.m. their concerns. Jim “Gunny” Utterback Public Guardian, while understanding Hearing Room A explained his background in the Marine the systems in place allows for “the com- Public Utilities Commission of Nevada Corp, working in past State positions mitment of always being available, fully 1150 East William Street Carson City, NV 89701 and being involved in local positions to dedicated with respect to the emphasis “do what is right” for the county and to of the position”, being prepared and fa- VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE TO: make it better. Barb Owens shared her miliar in the justice process.” background in Mineral County, which Hearing Room A included an emphasis on family, youth, > See MEET, Page 9 9075 West Diablo Drive, Suite 250 Las Vegas, Nevada 89148 Interested persons may appear at the consumer session and be heard regarding the above- captioned matter and the effect this matter may have on their utility service. Representatives from NV Energy will be present at the consumer session to provide an overview of the Applica- tions and to answer questions. Public comments will be limited to three minutes per person. RESOLUTION NO. 18-007 To accommodate individuals who attend the consumer session who are sensitive to fragrance WHEREAS Mineral County has proclaimed May, 2018 as Armed Forces Month and and chemical products, please use the following sparingly or not at all: perfumes, colognes, the week of May 13 through 19, 2018, Armed Forces Week; and perfumed body lotions, aftershave, hair products, etc. WHEREAS Mineral County recognizes Armed Forces Week as the largest NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Commission has also scheduled a HEARING in these celebration of the year and the significant importance to the local economy. consolidated Dockets (Docket Nos. 18-03002, 18-03003, and 18-03004) to be held as follows: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Mineral County Board of TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2018 Commissioners grant the Mineral County Sheriff and Mineral County Fire Chief the 9:00 a.m. authority to temporarily close county roads and reduce speed limits in support of this Hearing Room A celebration; and Public Utilities Commission of Nevada 1150 East William Street BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Hawthorne utilities shall provide dumpsters and Carson City, Nevada 89701 trash receptacles for trash removal in support of this celebration; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mineral County Board of Commissioners VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE TO: waive Mineral County business license fees for Armed Forces Day vendors in support of this celebration, deferring to the Armed Forces Day Committee regulation of vendors Hearing Room A and application of fees; and Public Utilities Commission of Nevada BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Mineral County Public Works shall provide 9075 West Diablo Drive, Suite 250 services for street clean up before and after this celebration; and Las Vegas, Nevada 89148 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that ordinances relating to noise level restricts are The hearing will be continued from day to day as necessary. At this time, the Commission has scheduled August 14-16, 2018, for the hearing. hereby not to restrict Armed Forces Week noise levels arising during this celebration; The Commission is not responsible for providing clerical or administrative assistance or ma- and terials to parties during Commission proceedings. If such assistance is necessary, parties must BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that camping is hereby permitted at Lions Park and make other arrangements for this type of assistance. allow Veterans Park and Patriots Park to be designated for use as vendor areas during The Application is available for public viewing on the Commission’s website: http://puc. the celebration. nv.gov; and at the offices of the Commission: 1150 East William Street, Carson City, Nevada Passed, Approved and Adopted this 3rd day of May, 2018, by the Mineral County 89701 and 9075 West Diablo Drive, Suite 250, Las Vegas, Nevada 89148. Board of Commissioners. By the Commission, Jerrie Tipton, Chair ______TRISHA OSBORNE, Assistant Commission Secretary Attest: Dated: Carson City, Nevada 05/07/18 (SEAL) Chris Nepper, Clerk of the Board Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 P age 9

as the office of taxation mentioned, be- Winning flag essay chosen Meet cause of decade old issues at hand.” By Heidi Bunch Recorder Auditor Candidates shared: county is that it’s a symbol of pride, dignity, continued from Page 8 MCIN Staff values and independence. For 200 years, Cherrie George, current Senior Service the flag has been our nation’s symbol. It has Director, was familiar with County and Hawthorne Lions Club recently changed but it still has represented the same Beth Cichowlaz, as current Public State requirements, grants, manage- handed out a fact sheet to Mineral thing during this time. The flag is a fasci- Administrator, shared that what began ment, experience as County Clerk/Trea- County schools discussing the Ameri- nating as the American Republic itself; “It as a hobby to her, soon emerged into re- surer for eight years, prepared budgets, can flag. has survived great battles, inspired songs, searching and the handling of estates for worked closely with the Recorder/Audi- The pamphlet covered The Pledge of and evolved in response of the county it rep- residents who die without aires. tor department head, “with experience Allegiance, facts about the American resent.” The flag is not just a symbol it’s a Sean Rowe, the “lone candidate for Dis- throughout the necessary county enti- flag and which star represents which way for the country to portray itself to the trict Attorney”, shared an overview of ties.” Cindy Nixon, experienced as a past state on the flag. Each student was also world. living in Mineral County for eight years local business owner stressed “going the given a flag to take home. I could just imagine witnessing the flag be- and serving in many capacities within extra mile to assure positive experiences An essay contest was held and Emily ing flown June 14, 1777 for the first time. It the county legal systems. with the public”, finding solutions and Grossman was chosen the winner with would’ve been amazing to see that moment County Assessor Candidates shared: answers per County and Nevada law, her essay titled “The U.S. Flag” as fol- in history. The flag stands for pride, justice, Resident Kevin Chisum, (currently ap- providing appropriate management with lows: and freedom. It stands for freedom because pointed and serving for the remainder accountability to every office and the Do you know much about the American of the lives that have been lost to make our of the term) explained his 30 years as heaviest expectations would be coming flag? It’s a sign of dignity and independence. nation whit it is today. To me, the flag brings a title officer, work done with certifica- from herself by fulfilling the position to One of the parts of the flag is the fifty stars, us together, the flag represents the soldiers tion, taxation, general appraisals, prop- the letter of the law. they represent the fifty states in our country. that fought for us. They fought for our inde- erty auctions, State/Federal statues and Candidate School Board Members They are white because the white stands for pendence so that we could live a better life. reviewed some major financial gains shared: Kathy Castagnola, running un- purity and innocence. The thirteen stripes In this essay I learned a lot of things I already accomplished since his appoint- opposed, stated her passion as a grand- stand for the thirteen original colonies that didn’t know about the flag before. I never ment, saying “this is my field of work and parent and advocate for the kids and her declared independence from Great Brit- knew the colors of the flag meant something it is a good fit.” Janeen Clark, shared her interest as a policymaker and helper for ain. The red stripes stand for hardiness and or how important it has been to our country. history while in the county assessor’s of- all the schools and staff, saying “we are a valor. There are six white stripes and seven I also didn’t know what the canton/union and fice, beginning at entry level then work- family not politicians.” Keith Neville, in red stripes. The canton is blue the color of the stripes meant but I learned they stand ing up to chief deputy assessor position, the county since 1980 and retired coach, the chief, the blue on the flag stands for vigi- for very important things that happened in with familiarity in the office as “seen just broke it down by knowing what the kids lance, perseverance and justice. history. I had a lot of fun writing about this about every parcel in Mineral County at go through using several issues involving What the American flag means to our subject. one time” and knows about deed trans- the need for safer, friendly environments, fers, assessments, determining factors the fight for money and proper funding, and assuring that she could be reinstated addressing at-risk kids; retaining and to certification level. Jerrie Tipton ex- locating teachers and the structural is- plained aspects of coming from a current sues with the existing school buildings. Commissioner position, but remaining David Ziegler, a teacher to adults in the Students perform ‘Big Bad Musical’ within the county structure, would tran- SOC training and development depart- sition easily due to familiarity of people, ment and he is running a non-profit Pop By Sheri Samson budgets and departments, as well as the Warner organization as a parent, shared MCIN Correspondent overall county structure, as “past issues that “bringing a new set of eyes to the ta- were systemic and can’t be changed over- ble” could help and by familiarizing, with With excessive memorization and ex- night as the office was not in compliance, the aspect toward budgeting. cellent choral skills on display, Mineral County’s Junior High School and High School students combined their efforts to present “The Big Bad Musical”, as NOTICE produced by the Pioneer Drama Service Close of Voter Registration for the Primary Election Inc. with music and lyrics written by Bill Francoeur and adaptation from the book Pursuant to Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 293.560, registration for the Primary Election to be held on June 12, 2018 will close at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, May 22, by Alex Strum. 2018. Local teacher and drama director, Ste- Electors may register to vote by appearing in person before the County Clerk or ven Hudson and the Mineral County Sheri Samson by completing a mail-in voter registration application. Mail-in registrations must be School District’s musical director, Dr Ben The Wolves Attorney, played by Mad- postmarked no later than May 15, 2018 and must be received in the office of the Gooch, combined their efforts in taking eline Bennett, attempts to interview Mineral County Clerk no later than 7:00 pm on May 22, 2018. these talented students to the stage in a the silly Three Little Pigs while other After May 15, 2018 electors may register ONLY in person by appearing be- production which brought enthusiasm character participants look on. fore the County Clerk at the Clerk’s Office, 105 South ‘A’ Street, Suite 1, Haw- to the many student participants who thorne, Nevada. had worked over three months in prep- was accompanied by dancing Wolfettes The County clerk’s Office is open from 7:00 AM to 5:00 pm Monday through Thurs- aration of their performances. (Kylie Wadge and Autumn Smith) and day, and will be open the following additional hours for the purpose of registration of “We had a full semester of stress-outs,” was interviewed by Mr. Grimm (Mateo electors: Gooch shared with the audience, “but it Jimenez) for his news cast. Being tried in Monday, May 21, 2018 – 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm has finally arrived. The students were a mock court for his doomed behaviors, Tuesday, May 22, 2018 – 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm the ones to bring us the idea and they a community of characters took to the continued to bring it forward.” stage. The student’s music and drama skills Lead parts, such as Little Red Riding Christopher Nepper surprised each crowded audience, as Hood (Alanya Glover) and her grand- Mineral County Clerk-Treasurer and over three presentations were per- mother (Katlyn McCune), with attor- Ex-Officio Registrar of Voters formed. A cast of 16 student members neys Fairy Godmother (Caitlyn Rogers) made for a full storyline, with students and Evil Stepmother (Madeline Bennett) Kris Weaver and Tiffany Barnett work- made their court appeals, but it was the ing as the stage crew. Singing solos and Young Wise Old Man judge, played by choral numbers were enhanced by danc- Cade Horn, which brought audience Mt. Grant General Hospital ~ 775-945-2461 ing, jokes, costumes and backdrops. The members a trial outcome. creative fashion of each actor’s unique Following testimonies made by The Mt. Grant Medical Building ~ 775-945-0709 mannerisms continued to give the audi- Three Little Pigs (Ashley Rodgers, Al- ence a successful overview of the “howl- len Hudson and Jada Cross), Miss Muffit 200 South A Street — Hawthorne, Nevada ing courtroom comedy” which penned (Abby Dennis), the Woodcutter, (Debra the program’s advertising. Stephens), Sheperd-ess (Destiny Gonza- With familiar storybook characters les) and her son, The Boy that Cried Wolf coming alive from this Red-Riding Hood (Braedyn Barton), giggles could be heard CONSULTING PHYSICIANS remake, the premiere Big Bad Wolf, per- from the crowds as their entertainment formed by Joseph Bandoni, was a perfect prevailed and audiences eventually For Appointment Location rendition of sass and confidence as he voted on the wolf’s demise. Dr. Robert Rosenquist, Endocrinology 775-741-4922 Annex Drs. Stanko & Durant, Ophthalmology 800-639-0393 Hospital Dr. Paul Fry III, Orthopedic Surgeon 800-500-1135 Annex Hawthorne Army Depot Dr. Von Feldmann, Gastroenterology 775-336-2777 Clinic CHANGE OF COMMAND Dr.Lionel Ruckstuhl, Psychologist 775-945-2230 Clinic Services Provided by Mt. Grant General Hospital CEREMONY Emergency Department GI Endoscopy CT Scan Hawthorne Army Depot Respiratory Care Services Screening Colonoscopy MRI Scan Electro Cardiology Services Diagnostic Laboratory Ultrasound THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2018 Diagnostic Radiology Homemaking Services Blood Bank Physical Therapy Social Services/Activities Bone Density 10:00 a.m. Outpatient Cataract Surgery Hawthorne Parade Field Hawthorne Army Depot - Hawthorne, NV 89415 LOCAL PROVIDERS - Monday-Friday The Hawthorne Army Depot will conduct a change of command ceremony in which Lt. Col. Dr. Juanchichos Ventura ~ 775-945-3669 Scott M. Bishop will relinquish command to Lt. Col. Dustin G. Bishop. Col. James L. Brown, Laura Millsap, PA-C ~ 775-945-1802 Commander, Tooele Army Depot, Tooele, Utah, will preside. Lt. Col. Scott Bishop took command of HWAD in June 2016 and has been assigned to the Tobey Morris-Hull, APRN ~ 775-945-2230 United States Army Human Resources Command at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Lt. Col. Dustin Bishop most recently served in the Logistics Directorate of the United Dr. David Rivas ~ 775-945-2230 States Southern Command in Doral, Florida. Hawthorne Army Depot is part of the Joint Munitions Command which operates a na- Additional Emergency Room Providers tionwide network of conventional ammunition manufacturing plants and storage depots, and provides on-site ammunition experts to U.S. combat units wherever they are stationed or Daniel Dees, M.D. deployed. JMC’s customers are U.S. forces of all military services, other U.S. government Christian Mullins, M.D. agencies, and allied nations. Brent Kunzler, PA-C Please RSVP by noon, May 30, 2018. Please arrive at the Hawthorne Army Depot main gate no later than 9:00 a.m. on June 20 for escort Matt West, PA-C HWAD PUBLIC AFFAIR OFFICE Chris Ward, DO 775-945-7013 Mark Stevens, APRN Email: [email protected] P age 10 Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 Nevada VFW leaders to attend arrest record

Armed Forces Day parade The following people were arrested DUI, above legal limit, (first) and over- in Mineral County on or after May 5 take on left side/left turn in phobi… Bail Carol Webster is the VFW Auxiliary and were in jail on Monday at or after set at $1,335 bond/cash. Department of Nevada President for about 8 a.m. All charges against them • Andrew S. Pavlu was arrested on May 2017-18 and will be attending this year’s are misdemeanors unless otherwise 13 by Mineral County Sheriff’s Office for Armed Forces Day parade. In her capac- noted. All are innocent until proven DUI, above legal limit, (first); possess gun ity as President she is leader of six dis- guilty in court. Names and charges ap- under influence of alcohol/drug and tail tricts containing 21 individual auxiliaries pear as they have been received from lamp violation. Bail set at $1,910 bond/ in the State of Nevada. the sheriff’s office. cash. Webster has been a life member of the • Richard A. Gehrman, Jr. was arrested • Nathaniel Harper was arrested on organization since 2010 joining under on May 7 by Mineral County Sheriff’s Of- May 13 by Mineral County Sheriff’s Of- the qualifications of her father George G. Carol Webster Larry Hire fice for arrest for violation of condition of fice on a bench warrant – Sparks Justice Lowry, a WWII-POW and her husband, parole – 11th Judicial District Court. No Court. Bail set at $1,500 cash. Lon bail. The following were released from the Webster who served three tours in Marine Corps from August 1966 to April • Spencer M. Eusted was arrested on Mineral County Detention Center by a Vietnam. 1969 with one tour of duty in Cuba in May 9 by Mineral County Sheriff’s Office judge unless otherwise noted: Joshua Since 2010 she has held numerous 1967 and another tour of duty in Vietnam on a bench warrant – 11th Judicial Dis- J. Kenner (released time served); Juli R. offices, including the charter president in 1968. trict Court. No bail. Fisk (released time served); Adam M. In- for a new auxiliary. During this period He joined the Veterans of Foreign • Jamie L. Mackel was arrested on May man (released on recognizance); Kenneth of time as auxiliary president, she was Wars Post 2350, located in Elko in 2001. 10 by Nevada Highway Patrol for con- L. Eaton (released to correctional facil- awarded President of the Year on two While at the post, he has been a junior tribute to delinquency/neglect of minor – ity); Fred A. Lalonde (released to correc- separate occasions. She was also elected vice, senior vice and post commander, Carson City Justice Municipal Court. Bail tional facility); Jamie L. Mackel (released as District serving two years in each chair. He has set at $500 bond/cash. on cash bail); Raphael A. Alves (released President and has served as Chairman served as the state post commander for • Raphael A. Alves was arrested on on cash bail) and Andrew S. Pavlu (re- for numerous programs. one year. May 12 by Walker River Tribal Police for leased on bond). Carol has two sons, who reside in While serving VFW District 2, he has Michigan and a 17 year old granddaugh- been the junior vice, senior vice and ter and an 18 month old grandson. She commander, also serving in those posi- loves to cook and collects cookbooks. tions for two years and All State District Volunteering is also a passion and she 2 Commander for one year. justice court news does that at the VA Hospital in Las Ve- He has also filled the chairman posi- gas. tions of Buddy Poppy Chairman, Ways CDR. Larry Hire, State of Nevada State and Means Chairman, Scouting Chair- • On Apr. 11, 2016, Kamryn Nicole Nay- 2000471, a misdemeanor. She was found Commander for the Veterans of Foreign man, Resolution Chairman and National lor pled guilty to the counts of: I – posses- guilty and sentenced to 45 days in jail, Wars will also be visiting Hawthorne Home for Children Chairman. sion of one ounce or less of marijuana, credit for 13 days served. Has 32 more for the 68th Annual Armed Forces Day He is currently the State Commander NRS 453.336(4)(a) and count II – intro- days to serve (straight time). event. of the Department of Nevada for the ducing a dangerous drug into interstate • On Apr. 23, Shawn Wesley Tsosie pled Hire served with the United States VFW. commerce, NRS 454.351, misdemeanors. guilty to the charge of driving a motor ve- She was found guilty and ordered to pay hicle without a valid driver’s license, NRS $415 in fines and fees on each count; sen- 483.550, a misdemeanor. He was found tenced to 30 days in jail on each count; guilty and sentenced to time served. ing: Pfc. Joshua M. Martino; Lance Cpl. credit for 15 days served and 45 days sus- • On Apr. 26, Zachery Eugene Greene F ireworks David P. Fenn II; Lance Cpl. Roger W. pended under the condition she has no pled guilty to the charges of: count I – in- Muchnick Jr.; Lance Cpl. Joshua C. Tay- law violations for six months and pays troducing a dangerous drug into inter- continued from Page 1 lor; Lance Cpl. Mason J. Vanderwork; fine. state commerce, NRS 454.351 and count Lance Cpl. William T. Wild IV and Cpl. • On Apr. 3, Mark Phillips pled no con- II – disturbing the peace, NRS 203.010, ing this year and “the opening of the Aaron J. Ripperda. test to the count of possession of drug misdemeanors. He was found guilty and show, shows respect to the only local ac- The firework tribute hits close to home, paraphernalia, NRS 453.566, a misde- sentenced to time served. tive service member.” as Carns himself has experienced loss as meanor. He was found guilty and or- • On Apr. 30, Jamie Scott Miller pled This year, a special tribute to Haw- his nephew lost his life in serve. “I feel dered to pay $415 in fines and fees. no contest to the charge of obstructing thorne Marines will be shot into the dark- a deep connection to everyone who has • On Apr. 19, Bruce Wayne Espinosa a public officer, NRS 197.090, a misde- ness. One rocket for each Marine that lost served and lost their life,” he reflected. pled guilty (count I) to the following meanor. He was found guilty and sen- their life at the Hawthorne Army Depot “This is a time for those who served to counts: count I – driving a motor vehi- tenced to 90 days in jail; credit for four on March 18, 2014 when a deadly mortar be recognized.” cle while under the influence of alcohol, days served and 86 days suspended un- explosion killed and injured Marines and The fireworks will begin at 9 p.m., NRS 454C.110 and count II – fail to stop der the condition he has no law violations Navy personnel and sent shockwaves weather permitting. Carns asks that par- at sign, NRS 484B.257, misdemeanors. for six months. through Hawthorne. ents help to protect their children from He was found guilty to count I and or- • On Apr. 30, Bryan Murphy pled no Dubbed as “Hawthorne’s Marines”, the falling debris caused by the light dered to $685 in fines and fees; ordered contest to the charge of driving a motor one rocket will be sent off for the follow- show. to complete DUI school and 24 hours of vehicle while under the influence of al- community service; sentence to 90 days cohol, NRS 484C.110, a misdemeanor. in jail; credit for two days served and 88 He was found guilty and ordered to pay days suspended under the condition he $685 in fines and fees; ordered to attend PHOTOS NEEDED has no law violations for six months and Level 1 Out Patient Counseling for one follows court order. Count II dismissed. year; sending proof to the court; sen- All MCHS Senior graduates are urged • On Apr. 24, Patricia Ambario-Christy tenced to 90 days in jail; credit for three to bring your senior photo to the pled no contest to the count of purchase, days served and 87 days suspended un- Independent-News for publication in the possession and/or consumption of alco- der the condition he has no law viola- graduation issue. hol by a minor, MCC 9.16.010, a misde- tions for six months and follows court Parents wishing to purchase a meanor. She was found guilty and or- order. congratulatory ad are asked to meet with dered to pay $525 in fines and fees or 53 • On May 1, Dale Andrew Fought pled hours of community service, pay fine or no contest to the charge of disturbing the the staff of the Independent-News prior complete hours by June 1, 2018. peace, NRS 203.010, a misdemeanor. He to May 24. • On Apr. 23, Tammie Ranae Bailey was found guilty and ordered to pay $130 Photos and ads can be emailed to: pled guilty to the charge of assault, NRS in fines and fees and forfeit bail. [email protected] Night Poker Run Mineral County Search & Rescue will be hosting a night poker run on Saturday, June 2 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Elks Lodge in Hawthorne. This is a no-fuss, “run what you brung” poker run. —MINERAL COUNTY SCHOOL— No dinner will be served. BREAKFAST $20/hand, extra hands $10 each. All funds benefit MCSAR. MONDAY: Egg Omelets, Fresh Fruit, Toast, Milk or Juice TUESDAY: Whole Grain Waffle, Fresh Fruit, Milk or Juice Route is approximately 60 miles with the last card stop WEDNESDAY: Egg and Sausage Patty, Fresh Fruit, Milk or Juice at the Sled Run on Lucky Boy. THURSDAY: Breakfast Sticks, Fresh Fruit, Milk or Juice LUNCH MONDAY, MAY 21: Breakfast Stick w/Syrup, Mixed Fruit, Mixed Veggies HAWTHORNE CARE AND SHARE MENU - MAY w/Ranch, Milk FRIDAY, MAY 18 MONDAY, MAY 21 TUESDAY, MAY 22 TUESDAY, MAY 22: Tangerine Chicken, Rice, Veggie Medley, Mandarin •Pizza Casserole w/Noodles •Hawaiian Chicken •BBQ Pulled Pork Oranges, Milk •Green Beans •Mixed Vegetables •Cole Slaw WEDNESDAY, MAY 23: Teriyaki Chicken, Rice, Green Beans, •Salad •Seasoned Potatoes •Pork n’ Beans Fortune Cookie, Milk •Garlic Bread •Pineapple •Tropical Fruit •Pickled Beets •Oranges THURSDAY, MAY 24: Pizza, Salad, Carrots w/Ranch, Strawberries, Milk WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 THURSDAY, MAY 24 •Beef Stir Fry •Beef Stoganoff w/Noodles —SCHURZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL— •Pineapple •Baked Acorn Squash Regional Area Transit Available: BREAKFAST •Brown Rice •Orange Spinach Salad Mon.-Fri. - 9am to 2:30pm MONDAY: Egg Omelets, Fresh Fruit, Toast, Milk or Juice •Green Salad •Plums TUESDAY: Whole Grain Waffle, Fresh Fruit, Milk or Juice •Honey Dressing WEDNESDAY: Egg & Sausage Patty, Fresh Fruit, Milk or Juice •Pinochle - 12:45pm •Fallon Trip: May 22 •Exercise Class: 10-11am - M-W-F THURSDAY: Breakfast Sticks, Fresh Fruit, Milk or Juice M-T-TH-F •Reno Trip: May 29 •Bingo: 12:45pm - Every Wed. FRIDAY: Hot or Cold Cereal, Fresh Fruit, Milk or Juice LUNCH MINA CARE AND SHARE MENU - MAY MONDAY, MAY 21: Breakfast Stick w/Syrup, Mixed Fruit, Mixed MONDAY, MAY 21 TUESDAY, MAY 22 WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 •Hamburger Steak Veggies w/Ranch, Milk •Turkey Pot Pie •Creamed Beef •Mixed Greens •Grilled Onions •Herbed Vegetables TUESDAY, MAY 22: Tangerine Chicken, Rice, Veggie Medley, Mandarin •Italian Dressing •7 Grain Bread •Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy •Baked Potato •Pickled Beets •Peaches •Orange Mango Cup •Whole Wheat Bun Oranges, Milk •Whole Wheat Roll WEDNESDAY, MAY 23:Teriyaki Chicken, Rice, Green Beans, Fortune •Pineapple Cookie, Milk THURSDAY, MAY 24 Lunch Served at 11:30 a.m. THURSDAY, MAY 24: Pizza, Salad, Carrots w/Ranch, Strawberries, Milk •Chicken Parmesan •Fallon Trip: •Green Beans •Hawthorne Trip - Every Thurs. 12:30 p.m. FRIDAY, MAY 25: Ham & Cheese Sandwiches, Sun Chips, Pickle •Tossed Salad Spears, Fresh Mixed Veggies, Strawberries, Milk. •Pineapple Chunks Volunteers Needed Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 P age 11 reflections of the past obituaries

10 Years Ago • Hawthorne Jr. High students of the Darleen Fagg that Darleen had developed bone can- months of March and May were: March- Mar. 16, 1926 – Apr. 30, 2018 cer which took her in the early morning Kris Strange, Amber Lopez, Merissa Ms. Darleen Fagg (nee Fenkel) was hours of Apr. 20, 2018. She had become Sanchez, Danielle Wilson and Chad born on Marc. 16, 1926 in Eureka, Utah. her daughter’s next door neighbor in Gokey. May- Danielle Lee-Hansen, Bri- Darleen loved the United States of Amer- her Boulder City apartment and will be ana Lee-Hansen, Jason Carmen, Erica ica and the State of deeply missed by all who had the plea- Avalos-Bejines and Penelope Crowe. Nevada. She was sure of knowing her. • Tarren Michael Reed joined the an avid supporter Funeral services were held on May 10 United States Army on Jan. 3, 2008. He of Hillsdale Col- at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial attended Basic Combat Training, 2nd 70 Years Ago - Heavy wind and rain lege, the VFW, and Cemetery in Boulder City, Nev. Battalio, and 46th Infantry at Fort Knox, did considerable damage in the Haw- the DAV. During Kentucky. Tarren graduated from Basic thorne/Babbitt area. A huge sign WWII she worked P atricia Williams Hicks Training on Mar. 20,, 2008. Tarren is the above the El Capitan was blown over as secretary to the Patricia Williams Hicks was born on son of Craig and Paula Reed, grandson by the wind. Ironically, “Gone with the officers in charge the Walker River Indian Reservation in of Jim Howell and Darlene Reed and Joe Wind” was playing at the Desert The- Darleen Fagg of the Hawthorne Schurz on Dec. 16, 1943 to Clarence and and Hazel Viani, all of Hawthorne. atre in Hawthorne. Army Depot. She Norma Williams • Mt. Grant Hospital celebrates “Na- married Harlan and entered into tional Hospital Week”. The theme for • Don Cavin was named as new pres- Fagg on July 27, 1942 in Terre Haute, Ind. eternal life on May this year’s National Hospital Week is ident of the Hawthorne Council of the Harlan was a Silver Star recipient. 1, 2018 at her resi- “Where Healing Happens Every Day.” Navy League. Serving with Don were Darleen was a voracious reader and dence in Schurz. • Tracy Larramendy of GCR Tires do- Harold Fuller, 1st vice-president; Nor- would enjoy a romance novel or mystery. Patricia has two nated $500 to the MCHS Marquee Proj- bert Dow, 2nd vice-president; Earl Le- Upon becoming a medical transcriber, sons: Darwin ect. Beau, secretary-treasurer; Col. Olin L. she collected numerous medical tomes Hicks and Dewey • Mineral County Sherriff’s Office ob- Beall, judge advocate; George Barley, and aspired to write a book herself one Willie; two daugh- tained and executed a narcotics search Richard Harrington, Orus Bowles and day. Darleen loved animals and in the ters: Stacy Cor- Patricia Williams warrant for the residence of 754 E Street, Floyd Justus, Jr., directors. course of her lifetime, fed many stray cats dova and Maury Hicks Hawthorne. Officers seized a quantity on her 2-acre property in Las Vegas. At Hernandez; nine of methamphetamine substance, mar- 60 Years Ago various times she owned horses, dogs, grandchildren ijuana, drug paraphernalia, and drug • A sixth voting precinct in Hawthorne peacocks, ducks and chickens. This love and 11 great-grandchildren and one packaging materials, scales, $1,000 U.S. was approved by the board of county was transmitted to her only child, Mar- brother, Denis Williams. She is pre- currency and hypodermic needles. commissioners. leen, who works with and owns her own ceded in death by her parents, Clarence • Alvin Hughes and his son, Danny, of horses today. and Norma Williams and grandson, 20 Years Ago Hawthorne, shot and killed a 108 pound Within a few years of selling the Las Ryan Hernandez. • Local Historian Harold Wayne (Okie) cougar in Cory Canyon. The big cat had Vegas property which had been home- Her funeral was held May 6 at Smiths Fuller was chosen as the Grand Marshal been feeding on young calves that were steaded by her family, it was discovered Family Funeral Home in Fallon. of the annual Armed Forces Day Parade ranging in that area, and Mr. Hughes was and he was joined by the members of the asked by the owners of the cattle to hunt Lady Serpents basketball team of Min- down the cougar with his hunting dogs. eral County High School and the team • The Serpents, with only three men on coach Dave Gelmstedt who had won the team, did a splendid job at Boulder hospital corner their 5th Straight State Championship in City taking fourth place in the Nevada basketball. State Track Meet. Las Vegas won the • John Tyson of TV Channel 8 in Reno state title, Rancho was second and Reno Submitted by Hugh Qualls, Administrator HWAD Main Gate. Once clearing secu- was in town to feature Hawthorne as the placed third. rity, we meandered through the Industrial community selected to be on the “Home- • Raymond Masayko, representing Many are probably not aware that May Area, appreciating the green fairways of town Monday” newscast. John is well Hawthorne VFW, was runner-up in the is “Older Americans Month.” Cannot the golf course, the stately brick mansions known in Hawthorne having been here Nevada State Marble Tournament. stress how important such recognition is of King’s Row, and all the magnificent on several special events. • The Hawthorne/Babbitt little league for our seniors; President Trump recently trees lining the streets. Our tour guide/ • Hawthorne Elks Lodge “Students held its opening game of the season on acknowledged the debt we owe them driver shared stories about the depot for of the Month” for the month of May Armed Forces Day at the Sturgis Field in when announcing the May designation: those unfamiliar with its history, but the were Sadea Quershi and Asher Sarat of Babbitt. During Older Americans Month, we highlight of our trip was our stop at Build- Mineral County High School and those • Judge Vane Day’s quote of the day: “If recognize and celebrate those Ameri- ing 1. As we admired the flagpole and pa- selected from Hawthorne Junior High you can see some good in everybody, ev- cans who have spent decades providing rade grounds, the HWAD Commanding were Seth Sergent and Summer Odom. erybody will see some good in you. What for the next generation and building the Officer, LTC Scott Bishop, hopped onto Doy Skidmore, Elks Activities Chair- you dislike in another, take care to cor- greatness of our Nation. Our country the bus and welcomed us to the depot. man, presented the certificates. rect in yourself.” and our communities are strong today Delighted residents listened intently as he because of the care and dedication of our spoke, thanking them for their support 30 Years Ago 70 Years Ago elders. Their unique perspectives and and service: one of our residents is a US • The Mineral County High School Ser- • Doris Tippin, Arlene Ambrose and experiences have endowed us with valu- Navy veteran, several others have fam- pents baseball team traveled to Tonopah Janice LaBounty of Hawthorne were able wisdom and guidance, and we com- ily members who have served. It was a where they defended their championship chosen to attend the annual “Girl’s State” mit to learning from them and ensuring special moment for all present—and we of the previous year, by winning the State at the University of Nevada campus in their safety and comfort. cannot thank enough LTC Bishop for his A Division Championship again in 1988. Reno. Sadly, many older Americans are taken kindness and generosity. • The MCHS Track and Field Team for granted, if not forgotten altogether. In other news, May is also the month won their third straight state champi- 80 Years Ago That is a shame, given the truths stated in which we celebrate “Hospital Week,” onship in a tournament held in Yering- • Dick Pledge and Dick Unger shipped by the President in his announcement. our way of showing appreciation to staff ton. 17 sacks of gold ore to the Selby, Calif. They have so much to teach later gener- for their hard work and professionalism • Mark Triner, a senior at MCHS smelter and 37 ounces of gold to the San ations (if only those generations would throughout the year. We select an Em- earned the highest student distinction in Francisco mint as they continued to find take the time to listen and learn!). At the ployee of the Year, too. Jonathan Hunter the National Forensic League, the Dou- rich veins at Pledge’s claims on the Gillis Lefa L. Seran Skilled Nursing Facility, we from Housekeeping was the 2017 recipi- ble Ruby. Range. want to do more than just provide for res- ent; he continues to inspire all of us with • High school teaching staff was re- ident safety and comfort; we also strive to his dedication and tireless efforts to keep 40 Years Ago hired to work with the new principal, give them the opportunity to share their Mt. Grant looking its best. The 2018 hon- • U. S. Senator Paul Laxalt visited Haw- Donald Robertson. Faculty consisted collective wisdom and experiences with oree will be announced soon thorne enroute to Gabbs and Tonopah. of Mary Mallory, English; Catherine others. This can be a challenge, of course, Charles Mann, our Community Para- • Assemblyman Don Moody, who rep- Slavin, commercial and girl’s physical but we are determined to make it happen. medic, has received his formal training resented District 36 comprising Mineral, education; and Wilbur Tracy, science Weekly excursions are one way to and will soon be on the road checking in Nye and Esmeralda counties filed for a and boy PE. Hawthorne Elementary achieve this. Over the past month, since on Medicaid patients with chronic health third term. School teachers re-employed were: Al the arrival of our new bus, we have taken issues. He will contact you prior to arriv- • A reception was planned for two Bernes, principal and 7th and 8th grades residents to various locales around Haw- ing at your house. His goal is to keep you teachers that would retire at the end of teacher; Evelyn Semenza, 1st and 2nd thorne and beyond. A recent trip to the healthy and out of the hospital. the school year. Lois Graham and Doris grade; Pauline Thompson, 3rd and 4th Hawthorne Army Depot was enjoyed by Have you called the REMSA/Mt. Grant Roberts were the teachers, and both had grades; Louise Emminger, 5th and 6th. all who participated. After coordinating Nurse Healthline yet? 341-6161 (toll free been teaching in the Mineral County • Although not the highest mark he has our visit with depot security staff (thank locally) to get free advice from registered School District for many years. scored in high jump competition, Rich- you J.D.), residents boarded our bus (with nurses on duty 24/7, waiting for your • Winners of the stock car races over ard Armstrong placed third in the invita- its new custom lettering and graphics- calls regarding health concerns. the weekend were: Ricky Isom, Danny tional relays at Brigham Young University -thank you Wade) and took a leisurely Finally, you don’t have to wait until Thomason, Shelby Reynolds, Richard in Provo, Utah. He was accompanied in ride to Mr. Beane’s. After fortifying for May each year to show your appreciation Hughes, Gene Christensen, Steve Jones, the trip by Dan Kalembar of Hawthorne the journey ahead, we soon arrived at the to seniors; any day will do! Charlie Adams, Frank Berrier, Randy and Ray Obester of Virginia City, who Baillets, Butch Babb and Jim Scott. also competed, and Coach W. H. Tracy of Mineral County High School. FIVE-DAY NOTICE 50 Years Ago • County commissioners sought a TO QUIT FOR VIOLATION OF RENTAL AGREEMENT • The State Convention of Postmasters $2,500 emergency loan for the road fund (NRS.254) was held in Hawthorne with many post- which was depleted. Board also required masters attending from all over the state persons asking for new or opening of old May 01, 2018 and parts of California. roads to deposit enough money in the Ron Luke Prior • Rear Admiral Arthur B. Gralla was road fund to cover the cost of the road Janelle Mendoza the guest speaker at the Navy League’s crew’s wages. County would provide 114 11th Street annual Armed Forces Day Banquet. equipment, gas and oil. Mina 89422, Nevada 89422 TO TENANT(S) AND ALL OTHERS IN POSSESSION OF THE PREMISES LOCATED AT: 114 11th Street Mina 89422, Nevada 89422 Notice of Mineral Television Board Vacancy PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that you have violated your rental agreement in the follow- ing manner: The Mineral Television District #1 is soliciting applicants to fill the vacant and expir- Failed to make payment – trashed and abandoned property, leaving much damage ing terms of offices of the Board Members. Positions to be filled are: You must either vacate the rental premises or correct all of the above-referenced One (1) position that is vacant now and will expire December 31, 2020 violation no later than five (5) judicial days after service of this notice. If you do not Three (3) Four (4) year terms that will begin on January 1, 2019 and expire De- comply with this notice, you will be guilty of being in unlawful possession of the rental premises and I will initiate eviction proceedings against you by either serving you with cember 31, 2022 a 5-day Unlawful Detainer Notice or a Complaint for Unlawful Detainer. All interest persons are to submit a letter of intent and be mailed to the board at ATTENTION! THIS NOTICE IS BEING GIVEN PURSUANT TO NEVADA REVISED the address below and must be received no later than June 5, 2018: STATUTES. If you do not comply with this notice you will be in unlawful possession Or bring your letter of intent to the regular monthly meeting of the TV Board on of the rental unit, and you will be subject to the eviction procedures contained in NRS June 5, 2018 at 7:00 PM at the Mineral County Commissioners room of the Mineral 40.254 or NRS 40.290 et seq. Dated: May 01, 2018 County Courthouse., 105 S “A” St, Hawthorne, NV. By: /s/ Lee Duryee Mineral Television District # 1 Lee Duryee P.O. Box 1991 942 University Ridge Ct., Reno, NV 89512-4509 Hawthorne, NV 89415-1991 7757861686 P age 12 Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 church news

First Southern Baptist He that abides in me, and I in Him, the BETHANY LUTHERAN ning Church of Hawthorne same brings forth much fruit: for with- CHURCH We believe God can be moved by our 5th & C St. out me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 204 C St. prayers and have seen specific answers 945-5512 often. God commands us to bring our re- Mike Fontaine - Pastor Trinity Temple C.O.G.I.C. The Bible states in John 16:33 “In Me you quests, concerns, praise, and thoughts to www.fsbchawthorne.com 10th & A Sts., Hawthorne, NV 89415 may have peace” When looking for an in- Him. In order to accomplish this better as 775-945-5875 ner peace, the one place to find it ix with a congregation, we changed our corporate You are invited to the following services Pastor Anthony Corley and First Lady your chats with God. Peace is mentioned prayer time to the more accessible Sunday at First Southern Baptist Church. Come Rose Corley welcome you! 429 times in the King James Version of evening. We invite you to join us or let us join us in worshiping the Lord Jesus Christ. • Sunday School 9: 30 to 11 a.m. the Bible. Bethany Lutheran invites you know how we can pray for you specifically. 9:30 Sunday Bible Study • Morning Worship at 11 a.m. to come and chat with God and find your 11 a.m. Worship Service (child care • Sunday Evening Services – 4 p.m. inner Peace. He is waiting for you. Macedonia Baptist provided) • Wednesday Night Bible Studies – Church services are held each Sunday Church 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer meeting 5:30 p.m. at 10:30 a.m. at the corner of 2nd and C 10th St. and D St., Hawthorne; 775-945-3313 “I am the vine, you are the branches. • Friday Night Service – 7 p.m. Streets. Services are lead on alternating Pastor, Richard Jackson Sundays by Pastor Everett Garwood of Dayton and Glenn Bunch, Lay Leader. Macedonia is a fundamental indepen- Adult Bible Study is before church at dent Baptist Church. Everyone is invited 9:30 a.m. We study the word of the Lord to attend our services as follows: Sunday LODGES • CHURCHES • ORGANIZATIONS and how it affects us in our day to day school 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning wor- life. The Bible is God’s operations man- ship 11 a.m. Sunday evening worship 6 Mineral County Mineral County Walker River ual for us to live by. p.m. Wednesday evening bible study and EMERGENCY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Baptist Church Bethany Lutheran welcomes all who prayer meeting 6 p.m. Sunday school PLANNING COMMITTEE enter in the House of the Lord. Peace Be church bus pickup: 9 a.m. transporta- “Nevada’s County P.O. Box 250 With YOU! tion is available to all services please call (LEPC/CCC) of Opportunity” 826 Wovoka Dr. 775-945-3313. P.O. Box 1095 • Hawthorne, NV 89415 Shurz, NV 89427 Hawthorne Seventh-Day Some of our basic church beliefs are as (775) 945-2497 P.O. Box 2250 775-773-2369 Adventist Church follows: we believe the whole bible to be Hawthorne, NV the inspired word of God-we believe in Meets Quarterly at 9:00am Sunday School: 9:00am 298 C Street, Hawthorne 89415 the holy trinity: God the father, God the at the Mineral County Worship: 10:00am Evening Service: 7:00pm You are cordially invited to study and son, and God The Holy Spirit= one god Firehouse Gloria Lopez - President Wednesday Services: 7:00pm worship with us on Saturdays; 11 a.m. in three persons-we believe in the vir- worship; 10 a.m. study hour gin birth of Jesus Christ- we believe that Mt. Grant Chapter No. 24 Matthew 5:5 (NASB) all men are born sinners who are sepa- KIDS COMMUNITY “Blessed are the gentle, for they shall rated from God- we believe that Christ Order of the inherit the earth.” died for our sins that he might bring us AT RISK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH to God- we believe Christ arose from Eastern Star the dead the third day-we believe Jesus of Nevada hawthorne Presbyterian RESCUE SQUAD community Church Christ will come to Earth again- we be- Sunday School: lieve that salvation comes only by being Meets 2nd Saturday of the 9:30am SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 a.m. month at 1pm at the Elks Lodge ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 a.m. born again- we believe every born again Morning Worship: Meets every 3rd Monday at 5pm (5th & F Sts.) Except June & July 7th and “F” Street, Hawthorne, Nevada believer should declare their faith by be- P.O. Box 1292 10:30am The Community Presbyterian Church ing baptized which means (immersed in Diane Weber-Worthy Matron Wednesday Prayer Hawthorne Carol Dudley-Secretary has dedicated the Alvin “Bud” Young water)- we believe in the eternal security Center for Peaceful Worship at the little of those born again! yellow house next door to the church. Please come and worship with us as CAHS Hawthorne Lodge SOROPTIMIST Everyone is welcome to come and wor- we study verse by verse the life giving #1704 B.P.O. Elks ship in the little yellow house anytime. word of the living God! Consolidated If you feel the need to get closer to God, Agencies of INTERNATIONAL there is a Bible available for our use. Feel Meets at 7:00pm on Gospel for All Nations Human Services free to take it with you if you need a Bible. 2nd and 4th HAWTHORNE (local Christian, non-profit organization) Thursdays at the Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday at dba The Community Action Center Elks Lodge-5th & F Sts. O asis Assembly of God Saturday: Sabbath School and Wor- Noon at Mineral County Care & 380 J St. Hawthorne ship from 10 a.m. “We’re Here To Help” Visiting Elks Welcome Share. Visiting Soroptimist welcome Wednesday: Bible Study and Prayer 924 5th St. - P.O. Box 331 Encounter – 10:30 a.m. Sundays from 5 p.m. Ken Carrothers-Exalted Ruler Priscilla Martin - President Prayer – 7 p.m. Wednesdays Friday: Christian Coffee Circle from 9 Love – Lift – Lead a.m. Mineral County BRUCITE Bethany Lutheran Church More information, call 775-945-2775 Meeting at 580 E. Street, Hawthorne Post No. 19 LODGE #42 Telephone: 775-316-0590 AMERICAN 204 C Street OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL F & AM P.O. Box 1207 LEGION HELP CATHOLIC CHURCH walker lake baptist Stated Communication Hawthorne, NV Church Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30am 89415 Welcome to Our Lady of Perpetual 330 Golden Willow Drive the Legion Hall on E St. at 18:00 hours at Hawthorne Elks Lodge Help Catholic Church on the corner of Pastor Frank Reynolds 945-4696 Executive Meetings Monthly WM-Eddie Michael Office: 775-945-2332 8th and A Streets. Saturday Mass time is SW-Paul Eddy Everett Garswood ~ Pastor 9 a.m. Adult bible study group meets in New and exciting things are happing at Commander: Ken Carrothers JW-M.O. David Strange, P.M. Glenn Bunch ~ Lay Leader 1st Vice Commander: Paul Eddy Sec.-Terry Rivero Worship Services: Sun. 10:30am the church at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday fol- Walker Lake Baptist Church. We are jour- Adjutant: James “Gunny” Utterback Treas.-Loren Dudley Christian Ed.: Sunday School: 9:30am lowed by Bible study in the Parish Hall. neying through the gospel of Luke in the The church will be open for a Holy 11 a.m. service and just beginning the book Walker Lake Hour on Wednesdays, from 5-6 p.m. of Philippians in our 6 p.m. service. Sun- Baptist Church RETIRED PUBLIC day school is provided for all ages from EMPLOYEES F irst Baptist Church nursery to adults and meets at 9:45 a.m.; A member of the 8th & C Sts. children’s church for kids up through 6th Southern Baptist OF NEVADA Pastor John Murray grade; Amber Coen has started a teen and Convention Meets last Monday of the month Sunday young adults class meets at 9:30 a.m. and Frank Reynolds, Pastor RSVP/Lifeline 12:30pm at the Care & Share Sunday School 9:45 a.m. she provides a breakfast or healthy snack; 775-945-4696 Gay Ann Williams Morning Worship 11 a.m. on Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. we are pro- Maxine Wilding. Pres.~945-3473 Sunday Morning Services Field Rep. Prayer Time 5:15 p.m. viding a discipleship class and will be Dorothy Fowler, Sec.~945-2608 Evening Bible Study 6 p.m. studying Fundamentals of the Faith and Sunday School: 9:30am 775-722-7669 or Worship Services: 11:00am P.O. Box 2158 Wednesday we also soon be starting a men’s study fel- 775-945-1010 Prayer Meeting: Moved to Sunday eve- lowship group. FIRST SOUTHERN V.F.W. AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCH Post 2313 LEGION A Prayer for Armed Forces Day Hawthorne, Nevada AUXILIARY P.O. Box 2313 Unit No. 19 Almighty God, who has committed unto Thy people, the safe-guarding of values and 5th and C Streets Hawthorne, NV 89415 the perpetuation of peace and goodwill, we pause before Thee in gratitude on this 945-5512 Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at Armed Forces Day, 2018. In full recognition of our responsibilities, we rededicate our- Meets 1st Thursday of each month www.fsbchawthorne.com the Legion Hall on E St. at 18:00 hours selves as the custodians of the Nation’s defenses. Executive Meetings Monthly Sunday School: 9:30am Commander ~ John Stroud We are cognizant that our task is insurmountable, if we walk alone. In our own strength we can neither prevent a war nor win a peace. But in Thy strength we can Sr. Vice Commander ~ Gary Amunson President: Phylis McGee Worship Service: 11:00am 2nd Vice President experience “Forces in Depth”, we can stand as a bulwark of peace and security; we can Evening Service: 6:30pm Jr. Vice Commander ~ Darryl Conway Treasurer/Secretary: Leanna Miller be the embodiment of Duty, Honor, Country. We pray, therefore, that Thou will endow us Wed. Prayer: 6:30pm Quartermaster ~ Robert MacBeth Chaplain: Linda Eddy with the ability to take a hard look at our future. Grant the willingness to be one team, to accept our mission; and to accomplish one objective. With this dedication, we shall fulfill OUR LADY OF Mineral County our role as an “Essential Force for Freedom” in both peace and war. V. F.W. As a Nation, we have accepted the challenge of progress and recognized that it has no PERPETUAL HELP Horseman’s visible boundaries. Through the unfolding of heretofore hidden mysteries, man has plum- CATHOLIC CHURCH Association AUXILIARY meted into outer space and returned to give his testimony. In Thine own Divine wisdom 2313 Thou hast shared with man the ability to build an atomic submarine and penetrate the 8th & O St. Hawthorne, NV depths of the great waters. The ancient poet said that these things are “too wonderful A and 8th Streets for me”, yet Thou has revealed them to this generation. 775-945-2020 www.mcha-nv.org Meets 2nd Tuesday at 6:30pm Grant, O God, that this insight, this power and Rededication may enable us to traverse all “walls”; to experience genuine brotherhood; and to live in peace in one world. Amen. MASS SCHEDULE Treasurer - Dianna Fitzgerald at the VFW Hall Saturday - 9:00am The Armed Forces Chaplains Board For Information Call President: Barbara Edington (*Reprinted from “The Rocket”. May 17, 1963) Rev. Jesus Ballesteros, Secretary: Dawn LeClaire 775-772-7449 or 775-945-5528 Pastor Treasurer: Anna Morgan FIRST Fortune-Eckley-Perry Fortune-Eckley-Perry BAPTIST V. F.W. V.F.W. Notice of Public Hearing CHURCH Auxiliary Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, May Post 2668 24, 2018 to adopt a budget for Mt Grant General Hospital’s fiscal year begin- Post 2668 Mina, NV Hawthorne, NV Mina, NV ning July 1, 2018. 8th & C Streets Meets 1st Wednesday at 6pm The meeting will be held in the hospital’s Education Room, 200 South A 945-3556 Meets 2nd Thursday at 6:00pm at the VFW Hall each month Street, Hawthorne, Nevada at 11:30 am. Sunday School: 9:45am President - Mary Freeman Post Commander: Tim Galloway Copies of the tentative budget are on file and available for public inspec- Morning Worship: 11:00am Adjutant: Doug Miller Secretary - Judy LaFountain tion. Please contact the Hospital Administrator’s Office at 200 South A Street, Evening Worship: 6:00pm Quartermaster: Tony Trujillo Treasurer: Judy LaFountain Hawthorne, Nevada, or call 775-945-2461. Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 P age 13

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sunday Monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday 17 18 19 9 a.m. — Rockets Track 6:30 p.m. — Celebrate 7 a.m. — P.E.R. Pancake Tournament Away Dayton Recovery Breakfast Intermediate State Baseball/Soft- 1 p.m. — W.L.A.A. 11:30 a.m. — Hospital ball Tournament TBA State Baseball/Soft- Trustee MTG NIAA 1A State ball Tournament TBA 1 p.m. — MCCTA Championship Away Armed Forces Day 6 p.m. — Victory Garden Carson City Club

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 10 a.m. — Care and Share 11 a.m. — Ask a Lawyer 10 a.m. — Care and Share 7 p.m. — Hawthorne 10 a.m. — Care and Share 1 p.m. — W. L. A.A. Exercise Class 6 p.m. — Hawthorne Jr. Exercise Class Lodge 1704 BPO Elks Exercise Class High Dream Team 2 p.m. — Lahontan Valley 6:30 p.m. — Celebrate CR 12 Step Vet Recovery

27 28 29 30 31 1 2 7:30 a.m. — Elks Break- 10 a.m. — Care and Share 9 a.m. — Schurz Com- 10 a.m. — Care and Share fast Exercise Class modities Exercise Class 10 a.m. — Walker Lake 10 a.m. — Hawthorne Commodities Commodities CR 12 Step 10 a.m. — Gabbs Com- modities 11:15 a.m. — Mina Com- modities 12 p.m. — Luning Com- modities 6 p.m. — Lions Club

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 a.m. — Care and Share 6 p.m. — American Legion 9 a.m. — MC County 7 p.m. — VFW Post 2313 10 a.m. — Care and Share 10:30 a.m. — Brucite Exercise Class Aux No. 19 Commissioner MTG 7 p.m. — Search and Exercise Class Lodge 6 p.m. — GID Walker Lake 7 p.m. MC TV Board 10 a.m. — Care and Share Rescue 6:30 p.m. — Celebrate 1 p.m. — W.L. A.A. CR 12 Step Exercise Class Recovery MC Motorhead Lunch 12 p.m. — Soroptomist 6 p.m. — MCSC 6 p.m. — VFW Post 2668

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 10 a.m. — Care and Share 12 p.m. — Lunch Box 10 a.m. — Care and Share 1 p.m.— Friends of the 10 a.m. — Care and Share 1 p.m. — W.L. A.A. Exercise Class Book Club Exercise Class Library Exercise Class 2 p.m. — W.L. Group MTG 6 p.m. — American Legion 2 p.m. — Lahontan Valley 6 p.m. — VFW Aux Post 6:30 p.m. — Celebrate No. 19 Vet 2668 Mina Recovery 7 p.m. — VFW Aux 2313 7 p.m. — Hawthorne Lodge CR 12 Step 1704 BPO Elks

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Notice of Mineral Television Board Vacancy The Mineral Television District #1 is soliciting applicants to fill the vacant and expir- FOR RENT ing terms of offices of the Board Members. Positions to be filled are: One (1) position that is vacant now and will expire December 31, 2020 2-bdrm apartment, Three (3) Four (4) year terms that will begin on January 1, 2019 and expire De- cember 31, 2022 All interest persons are to submit a letter of intent and be mailed to the board at D Street, $530. the address below and must be received no later than June 5, 2018: Or bring your letter of intent to the regular monthly meeting of the TV Board on Call Peter at June 5, 2018 at 7:00 PM at the Mineral County Commissioners room of the Mineral County Courthouse., 105 S “A” St, Hawthorne, NV. Mineral Television District # 1 775-230-4266 P.O. Box 1991 Hawthorne, NV 89415-1991

CASE NO. CV-9961 RESOLUTION NO. 18-006 DEPT. NO. I A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF RELEASE OF BLM WILDNERNESS STUDY AREAS IN The undersigned affirms that this document does not contain the social security number of any MINERAL COUNTY, NEVADA individual. WHEREAS, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) arbitrarily designated Wilder- IN THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEVADA ness Study Area (WSAs) in Mineral County, Nevada, totaling approximately 79,600 IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF MINERAL acres. The BLM designated these WSAs without appropriate public input or reason- MICHELLE D’SUAN HOLMES, able federal guidelines; and Plaintiff, WHEREAS, the federal government has routinely been restricting access to much vs. SUMMONS of Nevada through designations of national monuments, wilderness areas, WSAs na- BAKYAITA GAIRAH, tional parks, etc. The government has been withdrawing access at the rate of 182,000 Defendant. acres per year since 1930 and, currently, nearly 16 million acres of Nevada’s public ______/ lands, and a full 23% of our state, bears some level of restriction for access; and WHEREAS, the BLM, to a large degree, has managed the WSAs as de facto wil- TO THE DEFENDANT: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. THE COURT MAY DECIDE AGAINST YOU derness areas without congressional designations for almost 30 years ignoring local WITHOUT YOUR BEING HEARD UNLESS YOU RESPOND IN WRITING WITHIN 20 DAYS. Nevadans needs; and READ THE INFORMATION BELOW VERY CAREFULLY. WHEREAS, the federal government has made no efforts to address these WSAs A civil complaint or petition has been filed by the Plaintiff against you for the relief as set forth since their 1992 designation and has no plans in the future to address them. in that document (see complaint or petition). When service is by publication, add a brief state- NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLOVED that Mineral County Board of Commis- ment of the object of the action. See Nevada Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 49b0. sioners does hereby support U.S. Senator Dean Heller’s congressional efforts to re- 1. If you intend to defend this lawsuit, you must do the following within 20 days after service lease BLM WSAs in Mineral County and thereby protect access for all Americans. of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Mineral County also encourages Sen. Heller and a. complaint or petition, along with the appropriate filing fees, in accordance with the Congress to release the other WSAs throughout the West, including Mineral County. rules of the Court, and; The BLM has designated 541 wilderness study areas (WSAs) throughout 12 western b. Serve a copy of your answer upon the attorney or petitioner whose name and ad- dress appears below. states totaling 12,379,399 acres, including 63 WSAs in Nevada totaling 2,552,457 2.Unless you respond, a default will be entered upon application of the petitioner and this acres. Court may enter a judgment against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. DATED this 16 day of April, 2018. JERRIE TIPTON, CHAIR CLERK OF THE COURT BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS By: /s/ D. Gallegos MINERAL COUNTY, NEVADA Deputy Clerk

Issued on behalf of Plaintiff: Attest: JOHNSTON LAW OFFICES, P.C. 22 State Route 208 Yerington, NV 89447 CHRISTOPHER NEPPER (775) 463-9500 MINERAL COUNTY CLERK-TREASURER Mineral County Independent-News The Week of May 17, 2018 Write to us Mineral County Independent-News P.O. Box 1270 opinion Page 16 editorial Let the voters decide on Still time to negotiate sanctuary cities petition

ometimes it seems the argument on Yucca Mountain boils down to: Those darned voters just aren’t smart enough to he U.S. House of Representa- plan that could put communities across figure it out. tives voted overwhelmingly, the country in danger, jeopardize our SThat notion was never stated but 340-72, this past week to military testing and training, waste seemed to linger in the background this restart the licensing process to billions more in taxpayer dollars, and past week at the Nevada Supreme Court Tmake Yucca Mountain in Nye County harm Nevada’s tourism industry.” during arguments about whether an the nation’s permanent repository of Though 119 Democrats voted for the initiative petition should be allowed to nuclear waste. H.R. 3053, the Nuclear bill and only 67 against, Rosen blamed appear on the ballot, if enough signa- Thomas Mitchell Waste Policy Amendments Act, also the Republican-controlled Congress. tures can be gathered. Commentary ups the ante, increasing the storage cap Lame duck Rep. Ruben Kihuen The Prevent Sanctuary Cities ini- from 70 metric tons of highly radioactive lamented, “I am disappointed that Con- tiative proposes to amend the state description. The description of effect material to 110,000 metric tons — a 57 gress has once again chosen to ignore Constitution to prohibit state and local in this case is succinct, direct, accurate, percent increase. the will of Nevadans and residents of governments passing laws limiting or non-deceptive …” All four of Nevada’s representatives Nevada’s Fourth Congressional District. discouraging enforcement of federal Marc Elias, an attorney for opponents, voted nay, even Northern Nevada Con- 30 years have passed since Nevada was immigration laws, which has happened argued that the single subject rule and gressman Mark Amodei, a Republican unfairly targeted by the ‘Screw Nevada’ in several California cities. the requirement for a description of who in the past has held out for negoti- bill and this new bill is nothing more After the American Civil Liberties effect are intended to give the voters a ations that might provide some benefits than lipstick on a pig.” Union challenged the petition, a Carson practical sense of what they are signing for Nevada. Perhaps, Nevadans are not as knee- City district court judge ruled in January or voting on. “Both of these two safe- Amodei issued a press release ex- jerk opposed as some would have us the petition was “excessively broad and guards are in place for the same reason. plaining that he voted against the bill af- believe. general” and likely to confuse voters, They are to prevent voter confusion and ter the House Rules Committee rejected Earlier this year, in an op-ed penned thus barring it from appearing on the they are to promote informed decision an amendment he had proposed. for the Reno newspaper, Dan Schin- ballot. Proponents appealed to the state’s making,” he said. “Since I was elected to Congress, I hofen, vice chairman of the Nye County high court. Elias argued federal immigration law have always said I do not believe Yucca Commission, noted that a poll taken by Though opponents challenged the pe- covers many subjects and is subject to Mountain should be a simple dumping that newspaper showed 29.3 percent of tition, claiming it violated the law by not change, and the petition is, therefore, site for our nation’s nuclear waste,” respondents believed the project, if it addressing only a single subject, as the misleading. He argued that the very Amodei said. “Additionally, I have al- included reprocessing, would be good law requires, and failed to adequately name of the petition connotes lawless- ways been cognizant that policy makers for the economy, while 17.7 percent said provide a description of potential conse- ness to some but to others it means should not consider Yucca Mountain Yucca Mountain would be OK if the quences, Paul Georgeson, the attorney providing succor. to be a ‘dead’ issue, meaning Nevada’s state cuts a good deal, and 6.4 percent representing the petitioners, argued to He also claimed immigrations laws congressional delegation should use this said Nevada should do it for national the court the only foreseeable effect of affect everything from treaties to Social opportunity to dictate the terms of the security — 53.4 percent open to dis- passage would be to prohibit state and Security and welfare benefits. “The voter repository under the best conditions for cussion, as opposed to 43.4 percent local government from passing laws doesn’t even know what the laws are our state. That’s exactly what I chose to who said the state should just fight the deterring enforcement of federal immi- that are being rolled. All it knows are do this week by offering an amendment project. gration laws. that there is this undefined notion of fed- to H.R. 3053 that would have given Ne- Schinhofen wrote, “It is time to stop “All of the other potential conse- eral immigration law, which, as I point vada a seat at the table to expand upon the unfounded fearmongering just to quences that are identified by the op- out, is ever changing.” the mission of the repository.” delay this multigenerational, multibil- ponents, and which frankly the district Justice Chris Pickering noted that His amendment would have directed lion-dollar project. Many, if not most, court didn’t get into at all in its analysis, Nevada voters amended the state Consti- that the state’s higher eduction sys- Nevadans want to have an honest dis- are hypothetical and speculative,” he tution to tie the state minimum wage to tem would head up nuclear research cussion about Yucca Mountain, and the claimed. the federal minimum wage law, which is and development, designated proper state’s politicians and opinion writers Opponents have argued such an subject to change. routes for transportation, cleaned up should start to listen.” amendment might cost local commu- Justice James Hardesty followed up by contaminated facilities in Nevada and In a recent online article, retired Air nities money to enforce the law, might saying, “If the federal government enacts required the Department of Energy to Force Col. Bob Frank, chairman and harm public safety because immigrants an immigration law tomorrow or if there locate reprocessing facilities at Yucca co-founder of Nevadans CAN (Citizen might be reluctant to report crime and is one on the books today this initiative Mountain instead of just burying the Action Network), noted that recent they might refuse to enroll in social prohibits state interference with that waste. He said reprocessing could breakthroughs in technology make it services. immigration law. How is that a viola- create thousands of jobs and recycle possible to safely and efficiently recycle But attorneys for petitioners note that tion of the rules we’ve enacted? Let’s get spent fuel for further energy produc- spent nuclear fuel. if the matter is qualified for the ballot focused here — the rules we’ve enacted tion. “The advanced reactors no longer re- there will be an opportunity for both for determining the single subject rule. Nevada’s Democratic representatives quire huge volumes of circulating exter- sides to make pro and con statements My understanding from the briefs is that were all in over-my-dead-body mode. nal water to cool them,” Frank writes. that will accompany the ballot language. single subject that’s been articulated, “I have fought the misguided and “They can be independently installed Georgeson said in court, “The district again not speaking to the policy, whether dangerous Yucca Mountain nuclear anywhere in remote or populated areas court did not make a determination or it is good, bad or indifferent policy is a waste dump project for my entire career where power is needed. They can pro- identify any potential effects that are not separate question. But the single subject and I’m not giving up,” said Rep. Dina duce uninterruptible power for 24/7/365 included in this petition description that that’s stated here seems pretty clear. Lo- Titus. “This legislation is fundamen- at varying levels for up to 30 years with- should be included,” adding, “How does cal government, state government isn’t tally flawed and going nowhere in the out needing more recycled fuel.” someone successfully draft a petition to going to adopt any law that interferes Senate.” He argues that Nevada has been an meet the requirements if they have to an- with federal immigration laws. Sounds Rep. Jacky Rosen, who is running international pioneer in nuclear tech- ticipate which speculative, hypothetical like a single subject to me.” for Republican Sen. Dean Heller’s seat nology and could continue to lead the effect the opponents are going to argue?” The court should let the voters decide in the upper chamber, called perma- nation. Georgeson said the district judge if they are confused and whether the nent storage of nuclear waste at Yucca Explore the possibilities instead of created a new criteria by saying the topic proposed policy is good or not. Mountain a “reckless and ill-conceived throwing a futile tantrum. — TM was too broad, saying the petition is still on a single subject, even if the subject is Thomas Mitchell is a longtime Nevada newspaper broad. columnist. You may email him at thomasmnv@ Of the description of effect, George- yahoo.com. He also blogs at http://4thst8.word- son said, “It doesn’t have to be the best press.com/. Mineral County Search & Rescue description, it just has to be an accurate will be hosting self-guided tours of the “Old Courthouse” and “Sixth Street School”, Saturday, letters to the editor May 19 beginning at 2 p.m. Dear Editor, around. The fire was then given to the The photograph and news article: “Lo- Kammu (Rabbit) who brought it back to Cecil the Serpent will also be cal girl makes unusual friend outside the people (Numa). Army Depot home”was truly amazing! Today, you can still see the black sin- available for photo opportunities I would like to add two items to that fea- gle-mark in the feather of the Sage Hen ture for the benefit of your readers. from having gotten so protectively close near the old courthouse for • The Paiute word for Sage Hen is: to the fire. Hootsi (sounds phonetically close to Sincerely, individuals or class reunions. “hoot-see”). Melvin Brown • The traditional story - A long time ago Schurz Public Works will have limited water came over the earth. Hootsi (Sage Hen) took the fire and flew to the very Dear Editor, picnic tables available for those top of Kurangwa (Mt. Grant) and built To my friends and neighbors, I will be a nest to put the fire in. The water kept leaving Hawthorne for Oregon to be with wishing to eat lunch on the grass getting higher and higher until it eventu- my kids, who I hope will take care of me ally reached the nest and started to spill when I get old. My late husband and I on the lawn. in. Hootsi then began fanning the water have made Hawthorne our home for over back with her wings in order to save the 38 years. To my golfing partners, thanks fire from dying. The wind was cold and for putting up with me! fierce and the rain fell in blinding torren- Everyone will be in my heart forever The tours/photo ops tial sheets. and I will cherish each and every mem- After a time the quieted down and the ory. will end at 5 p.m. rain subsided. The flood water began Thanks and love to all, to recede until there was dry land all Jimmie Brown Mineral County Independent-News || The Week of May 17, 2018 P age 17 reader pic of the week birth announcements

Proud parents Wade and Amanda Baldry are happy to announce the birth of their twin daughters: Lundy Lea and Leighton Marguerite born Cheyenne Lisa Chidester was born Monday, May 7 at 5:53 p.m. and 5:54 on April 16 in Fallon. She weighed 7 p.m. at Renown Medical Center in pounds, 14 ounces and was 20 inches Reno, Nev. Both girls weighed in at long. She is joined by big brother Patriotic photo winner for Armed Forces Day: Eagle Valley by Karen Balter exactly 5 pounds. Lundy was 18 inches Aaron McKinney and her parents: and Leighton was 19 inches. The girls Jerry Chidester and Krystle McKinney. will be joining their big brother, Peyton Maternal grandparents are Saundra to complete our family of five. Ma- and Thomas McKinney. Great grand- ternal grandparents are Thomas and parents are Tom and Shirley Hall. Dolores Gallegos and great grandpar- Paternal grandparents are Shannon Warbirds to be on display at airport ents Billy and Norma Tomlinson and and Kathy Chidester. Great grandpar- Thomas and Mary Gallegos. Paternal ents are (the late) Howard and Phyllis By Betty Easley rade Flyover beginning at noon on Sat- grandparents Brady and Marta Baldry Hampton and (the late) Dee and Dexlar urday, May 19. Some are owned by in- and great grandpa Douglas Baldry. Chidester. What is a Warbird? dividual pilots and others are supported Many names like Vintage, Antique, by two local organizations dedicated to Heritage, and Classic have been given to preserving military history and sharing obsolete type aircraft no longer in pro- their aircraft. The High Sierra Squad- duction but have been preserved for fly- ron based at the Reno-Stead Airport, Notice of Public Hearing ing or as static display. Nevada plans to come for Armed Forces Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 354.596, a A true Warbird is also in that class, Day. They are part of the Commemora- Public Hearing will be held on the May Final 2018-2019 School Budget of the Mineral County but is the military aircraft veteran that at tive Air Force (CAF) based in Texas. School District on Tuesday, May 29, 2018. This hearing will be held in the Mineral County some time served in a branch of the mil- The Cactus Air Force Wings and School District Board Room located at 751 A Street, Room 23, Hawthorne, Nevada at 5:30 PM. itary and there are many organizations Wheels museum of Carson City, Nevada The May Final Budget has been prepared in such detail and on appropriate forms as pre- and individuals who are dedicated to is privately owned and operated and has scribed by the Department of Taxation. maintaining them for future generations a collection of Warbirds and also mili- Copies of the May Final Budget, and supporting detail are available and on file with the to remember their importance in the his- tary vehicles and many are operational Clerk of Mineral County and at the Mineral County School District’s Administrative Office, tory of military aviation and to admire and they plan to support us this Armed 751 A Street, Hawthorne, Nevada. their beauty and sound. Forces Day. The Cactus Air Force’s vol- BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Reno Air Races is a good place to unteers are dedicated to refurbish and Mineral County School District see many Warbirds that are still used in preserve their aircraft and military vehi- the Unlimited and the T-6 Classes and cles and it takes thousands of man hours /s/ Walt Hackford other Warbirds fly demonstrations or to accomplish their goal. Superintendent are on static display. Weather permitting, there will be some Warbirds on display at the Haw- thorne Airport Armed Forces Day Open House and some will be flying in the Pa-

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$199.00 #3434002 $149.99 POWERED 3500LBS #3434001 TRAILER JACK CART & HITCH CAR - GO - CART mchs baseball Serpents come up short in playoffs Submitted by coach Darren Hamrey Nelms blasted a double in the first in- all had hits for the Serpents. ning, but the Serpents had trouble run- The Serpents had a great season, al- After going into the regional tourna- ning hits together as they left the bases though the desired end result fell short. ment as the No. 2 seed team from the juiced twice. Seth Bozzi, Phillip Dees, They boasted a 16-9 season along with a Northeast, the Serpents faced a senior- and Robert McFalls all had a hit each. 14-game winning streak. They also had stacked team in Virginia City. Following The Serpents jumped back into game the second highest team batting average a lengthy snow storm delay in Wells, the two against Sierra Lutheran. Nelms in the state with a .407, falling to Ran- Serpents and the Muckers faced off in pitched for the Serpents, striking out five cho High School who had .411. Eight of the second game of the tournament. and walking zero. After a four-run in- the nine regular starters carried batting Treven Wachsmuth faced the VC lineup ning, Nelms got dialed in, allowing only averages over .400. They stole 193 bases, from the mound, throwing a great game one run for the remainder of the game. had 235 RBIs, scattered 253 hits, and that still resulted as a loss for the sopho- That’s all it would take to stay on top as scored 325 runs (2nd highest in school more pitcher. The Serpents had cold bats the Serpent hitting force remained cold. history). Tony Dominguez broke the Courtesy photo the entire weekend, but played their best The Serps got a run across in the third, state record for career stolen bases and Griffen Inman gets set to play defense defense of the season, holding the Muck- but continued to strand runners the rest the pitching staff struck out over 200 during the regional tournament in ers to four runs until the final inning. The of the game. Sierra Lutheran edged the batters. All-conference awards remain Wells last weekend. The Serpents had Muckers came out on top, 7-1. Serps, 5-1. Griffen Inman, Bodie Ober- to be determined and will be updated at their season ended after falling in both On the offensive side of the ball, Ethan hansli, David Ditmer, Dees and Nelms a later date. games.

MCHS track & field heading to state after finishing third in regionals Submitted

The Mineral County Serpents could not have performed any better this week- end at the Northern Regional Champi- From Left, Ben Miller, Chuck King, Cindy Nixon and John Beavers (Lions Club), onships. The Serpents took nine athletes Dawn McGhauey (FHCU); Finley Tommila, Stephanie and Lily Johnson (Hawthorne (seven boys and two girls) and five will be Little League) and Mickey Boyles Mineral County Deputy Sheriff Association moving on to state and representing the Serpents with the north’s best athletes in attendance. The Serpents managed to run away with three gold medals, one sil- ver, two bronze and two other qualifiers. On Friday the boys were fired up with Tony Torres and Austin Tweedy both qualifying in 100 meter dash. With speed and motivation on their side, Juan Courtesy photos Dawn McGhauey and Alicia Dalton (AFD Dawn McGhauey and David Zielgler Hernandez and Michael Wadlow joined (Hawthorne Pop Warner) Tweedy and Torres to run away with the Youth Events) gold in the 4x100 meter relay. Jared Dore kept the team rolling placing third in the 800 meter dash. FHCU Pennies Count recipients On Saturday the boys picked up right where they left off at with Torres jumping In 1996, Financial Horizons Credit Union proximately $2,392 annually between all for gold in the long jump as well as Dore created our Pennies Count Fund to help of our offices. Each office holds several jumping for gold in the high jump. Dore with school projects in Mineral County. fundraisers and raffles throughout the stayed energized and managed to claim Twenty two years later Pennies Count has year to help raise funds as well. silver in the 400 meter dash. Somehow Courtesy photos grown into much more and they are able This year the Hawthorne office raised Mineral County High’s track & field these motivated beasts pulled out a great to donate too many different organizations $3,700 which was distributed as follows: team earned a number of medals at comeback to qualify in the 200 meter throughout our community. • Armed Forces Day Youth Events: the regional meet in Carson City last relay. Devon Davis, Tyler Arsen, Haylie The Pennies Count Fund began with $1,000 weekend. Clarke and Ngahina Musselman I wish members donating the “cents” from ei- • Hawthorne Lions Club: $1,000 everyone knew how close you came to ther cashing a check or a recurring di- • Shop with a Cop program: $700 qualifying, without your points the team Next Friday and Saturday State Cham- rect deposit. Our employees also pay $1 • Hawthorne Pop Warner Association: wouldn’t have placed third as a team, out pionships at Carson City High School. each Friday to the Pennies Count Fund $500 of 17. Amazing job and thank you! GO SERPENTS!!! to dress down in jeans, which raises ap- • Hawthorne Little League: $500