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Friday, October 2, 2026 at 5:31 PM

Captain's Log — Star Date 12608.25

Captain's Log — Star Date 12608.25

I'm in Winnemucca today and we're getting down to the wire working to get all the papers to the printer by 2 p.m.

Up here we work in the old firehouse — it's the coolest old building you ever saw but made of several thousand yards of concrete and is a veritable fortress. The wi-fi signal does not flow through the thick, impenetrable walls at all. Our computers and our phones are all functioning on the wi-fi.

Trying anyway.

Valiantly attempting to pierce the rock-solid walls and bouncing off them like an old-time superhero.

In addition to that challenge, the InDesign keeps shutting down. We have three designers working on three different papers and we're all back and forth on the group chat — proofreading and making last minute changes and then suddenly Jesse gets up from her desk because her program shut down mid-save. Then Jen chimes in from home, she's trying to save some stories for me and Shania in the Lovelock folder, but her InDesign just locked up.

We ended up this week with two holes to fill in the Lovelock paper — Peggy's sources didn't come through so we're filling those with fair stories for the Tri-County Fair. Which probably is fortuitous, we should have had those anyway.

Running these five papers across the central part of the state (soon to be six, just you wait!) has become so fun. Tony just walked through the office muttering something about, "Where else can you have this much stress and this much fun all at one time."

He's been on cloud nine over the sports section — me too. I'm absolutely loving what he and Robert have pulled together and hope you're loving it too. Make sure to drop us a note and let us know what you think and send any game/event tips you may have.

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So, while we continue to build these papers and bring you all the local, community news you can use and enjoy and stand, we'll always be right here...

...Keeping you Posted.

Rach

 


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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 Comment author: Kayla Allen Comment text: Suzie was a wonderful woman. I was pleased to call her my "godmother" as she helped me to become a better version of myself. I think about her a lot. Comment publication date: 7/10/26, 8:31 PM Comment source: Susanne Lynn Foster