Robert Perea, The Fernley Reporter
The Fernley High School wrestling team will host its 17th Annual Walter Marrietta Vaquero Classic this Friday and Saturday.
Wrestling will begin at 2 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. Saturday.
Coach Scott Gillespie said he expects 25 to 30 teams to compete.
“It should be awesome and we encourage any people to come out and support Fernley wrestling,” Gillespie said.
The Vaqueros wrestled at the Spring Creek Kiwanis Invitational last week, placing 15th with 53 team points, among 21 teams that scored points.
The tournament featured several of the top teams from Nevada and Idaho. Minico (Id.) finished first with 235.5 points, Caldwell (Id.) was second with 202.5 and Reno was third with 193.
Lonnie Slapinski was the lone Fernley wrestler to place, winding up sixth in the heavyweight division.
“It is a really tough tournament,” Gillespie said.
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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
Temperature: 52°F Town: Fernley
Pressure: 1011 hPa
Wind: 6 mph
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