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Team Hope tops Relay for life fundraisers

08/10/2019 08:51 PM
Team Hope tops Relay for life fundraisers
Team Hope topped the fundraising with more than $15,000.

The Fernley Reporter

Led by the top team fundraiser Team Hope, and the top individual fundraiser, Frances McKay, the 2019 Relay for Life of Fernley and Rural Nevada raised more than $55,000 toward the fight against cancer.

Fernley and Rural Nevada businesses and community members came together at the Out of Town Park in Fernley on July 13-14 to support the Relay for Life and American Cancer Society’s quest for a World Without Cancer. A total of 239 participants from 26 teams walked the track in support of cancer survivors and caregivers, and in honor of those who did not survive their battle against cancer.

In keeping with this year’s theme, “How the West Cures Cancer,” participants enjoyed western-themed laps around the track, as well as fun western-themed activities and entertainment designed to help Relayers stay awake for the entire 24 hours, symbolizing our round-the-clock battle against cancer.

 Thanks to generous support from about 90 local business and countless individual donors, Team Hope was the top fundraiser in the Team category with more than $15,000, while Frances McKay took the individual honors at $5,000. The Teens for a Cure Team had the highest number of participants at 45.

The Fernley Relay for Life committee hopes to increase all of these numbers at next year’s Relay, which will be held in mid-July, 2020.

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Comment author: CH Comment text: I want to start a betting 'pool' for the October, November, and December closures: 1. A dent in the pool slide. 2. A failed breaker. 3. A pebble loose in the water part (replacing all concrete) 4. Hurricane Polo makes a sudden turn and blows off the roof (again). With soft muscles after 7 months of no swimming, the only health left is my sense of humor :) Comment publication date: 10/1/26, 11:18 AM Comment source: Fernley Pool Renovation Moves Forward, One Test at a Time Comment author: PFB Comment text: Why can't you guys find competent contractors.. For a large municipal facility like the indoor-outdoor Fernley Swimming Pool located at 300 Cottonwood Lane, a complete ground-up commercial build or major structural renovation typically spans 6 to 12 months or longer when factoring in large-scale engineering, public municipal permitting, specialized commercial HVAC/roofing, and health department inspections. The current renovation has been- The Fernley Swimming Pool has been closed for approximately six to seven months since late February 2026 for a major roof replacement and facility renovation. Now you sat October. Soooo 8 months for a new roof. The picture shows no other renovations. Comment publication date: 9/17/26, 7:14 PM Comment source: Electrical problem delays Fernley pool opening Comment author: P Comment text: Relative of the Mayor is to over see this site. Anyone who knows Fernley KNOWS this is more of the who you are related to and know business in this town. VOTE THEM ALL OUT AND THE CALIFORNIA TRANSPLANTS. Comment publication date: 9/16/26, 10:31 PM Comment source: Lift Station Failure Released Untreated Sewage Comment author: Christopher Walsh Comment text: Could you look into the strong recurring smell around Fernley? It smells like sewage and it can be bad enough that people don’t want to be outside or open their windows. It would be helpful to get an investigative journalist help the Fernley residents get a clear answer from the City, NDEP, and any involved facilities. I was really disappointed that the smell was not disclosed by my realtor when I moved here. I enjoy Fernley and am seeing the improvements that are being made. With Appreciation Comment publication date: 9/12/26, 2:49 PM Comment source: Sewage spill near City of Fernley Municipal Well 9 Comment author: Alicia Euresti Comment text: We are all so blessed to have Pastor Matt and Mrs. Regina in this town. They have become a major part of pur family and our children adore them. Thank you both for all you do for qll of us. We love you!!!! Comment publication date: 9/6/26, 9:24 PM Comment source: Fascinating Fernley: Meet Your Neighbors at Living Faith Food Pantry Comment author: R Conley Comment text: Is the deputy receiving any additional training or reinforcing prior training? Comment publication date: 9/5/26, 10:08 AM Comment source: Inmate escapes from Fernley substation
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