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T2 Metals Corp. has received promising assay results from its initial field visit to its Copper Eagle copper-gold project in Douglas County.

Geologists located various trenches and shallow pits previously reported in 1971, sampling representative rock chips from five of these workings across an area of approximately 650 feet by 650 feet. The assay results from the five samples are highly encouraging, revealing significant mineralization:

• Copper: Ranging from 0.04 percent to 10 percent copper, with an average of 3.09 percent.
• Silver: Ranging from 0.18 to 32.5 grams per ton (g/t) silver, averaging 16.4 g/t.
• Gold: Ranging from 0.005 to 0.62 grams per ton (g/t) gold, averaging 0.15 g/t.

The highest gold grade sample exhibited highly anomalous trace element signatures, including tellurium, selenium, barium, indium, and antimony, indicative of a northern Nevada high sulfidation epithermal signature commonly associated with porphyry copper-gold deposits.

The Copper Eagle project is strategically located in Douglas County, approximately 13 miles southeast of Carson City and 20 miles from Yerington. The proximity to the Yerington mining district, which hosts several large, world-class copper mines and deposits such as Pumpkin Hollow, Yerington, and Ann Mason, further enhances the project’s potential for significant mineralization.

In a recent article published by the New York Post on April 4, the intriguing discovery of massive skeletons, dubbed the “Giants of Lovelock,” has reignited curiosity and speculation among researchers, shedding light on an enigmatic chapter in Nevada’s history.

Rooted in Native American legend, tales of redheaded, pale-skinned giants who descended upon the area around Lovelock thousands of years ago have captivated imaginations for generations. According to Paiute lore, these colossal beings arrived from Central America by boat, instigating fierce conflicts with the indigenous tribes before meeting their demise in a cave.

In 1911, miners excavating a cave purportedly uncovered 60 human skeletons, some measuring seven and eight feet tall. Although mentioned in a 1935 biography, tangible evidence of the unearthed remains has remained elusive.

Subsequent excavations in 1912 and 1924 yielded thousands of ancient artifacts, including a notable discovery—a well-worn sandal measuring an astonishing 15 inches, equivalent to a modern-day size 29 shoe. Radiocarbon dating of human bone fragments and plant material recovered from the cave suggested origins dating to 2030 BC to 1218 BC.

Further adding to the intrigue, researchers uncovered a massive handprint embedded in the cave wall, twice the size of an average human palm. Mummified skeletons discovered outside Lovelock, measuring 8.5 and 10 feet tall with red hair, align with Paiute legends of redheaded giants known as the Si-Te-Cah.

According to Paiute accounts, these giants arrived in Nevada over 3,000 years ago, engaging in prolonged conflicts with the indigenous tribes until their eventual demise, with the Lovelock cave serving as their final refuge turned tomb.

The fascination with tales of giants transcends cultural boundaries, with echoes found in ancient accounts recorded by Spanish conquistadors and Peruvian chroniclers, underscoring the enduring allure of these larger-than-life figures.

Despite lacking conclusive evidence, the “Giants of Lovelock” continues to captivate scientists, inspiring ongoing investigations and prompting deeper explorations into Nevada’s past.

Two people died in a crash involving a commercial vehicle and a gray Ford Fusion westbound I-80 near USA Parkway just before 6:50 p.m. on Monday, April 8.

The Nevada State Police (NSP) said the Fusion collided with the rear of the commercial vehicle, killing the driver and a passenger. A third passenger in the sedan received non-life-threatening injuries.

The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victims of the crash as 50-year-old Christa James and 12-year-old Raymond James, both residents of Wadsworth. The medical examiner’s office attributed their deaths to blunt force trauma sustained in the crash.

As a result of the crash, westbound I-80 near USA Parkway was temporarily closed during the NSP investigation into the incident.

In yet an earlier crash, this one around 7:06 p.m. on Saturday, March 30, 61-year-old Yerington resident Terri Lynn Gerbasi died on US95A near Lyon County mile marker 27, about eight miles south of Davis Station.

According to the Nevada State Police Highway Patrol, their investigation shows that a white Toyota Tacoma was traveling southbound on US95A when it veered off the roadway, re-entered, crossed both travel lanes, and overturned, coming to rest on its roof on the east shoulder.

On Wednesday, April 3, just before 6 p.m., Lyon County Sheriff’s Office (LSCO) deputies and Central Lyon County Fire Department (CLCFD) responded to reports of a brush fire near Woodlake Circle in Dayton.

Fire personnel promptly extinguished the fire, containing it to a small area, approximately five feet in size. No homes or structures were threatened or damaged during the incident.

Citizens reported seeing juveniles in the area setting the fire.

With the CLCFD assisting, deputies located four juveniles believed to be responsible for starting the fire. One of the juveniles admitted to igniting the fire, leading to their arrest on arson charges.

The other three juveniles were released to their parents while further investigation into their involvement continues.

New Rise Renewables has opened its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility at the Reno-Tahoe Industrial Complex in Storey County on a 10-acre parcel in McCarran.

With a capacity to produce 3200 barrels per day of renewable SAF, New Rise Renewables’ facility is poised to play a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions from the aviation sector. The facility will begin production this summer.

With cutting-edge features and technologies, the facility sets a new standard for sustainable aviation fuel production. These include a 16-car heated rail spur, over 5 million gallons of tankage, co-generation, off-gas energy recovery, water recovery systems, advanced technologies for hydrotreating, hydrogen reformer, feedstock pretreatment, and wastewater treatment.

Randy Soule, CEO of New Rise Renewables, expressed his enthusiasm for the venture.

“We are thrilled to be at the forefront of the movement towards cleaner aviation fuels by driving production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF),” said Soule.

Business partners Bill Jones and Albert Mack echoed Soule’s sentiments, highlighting the transformative impact of sustainable practices in the aviation sector.

“New Rise Renewables is proud to be a catalyst for change, driving innovation and promoting a greener future for air travel,” they said in a joint press release.

Strategically situated within the Reno-Tahoe Industrial Complex (TRIC), the facility leverages its prime location to meet the increasing demand for sustainable aviation fuel. The proximity to major transportation networks ensures efficient distribution while maximizing accessibility.

Lyon County deputies are seeking assistance from the public in identifying two individuals connected to a recent burglary at the Fernley Touchless Car Wash along Main Street.

The burglary occurred last Friday morning, March 29, when a duo allegedly broke into machines at the car wash and stole money. The suspects, described as a man and a woman, are believed to have fled the scene in a red Buick Verano bearing Nevada handicap registration PHF8474.

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) released images of the suspects and is asking anyone with information to call (775) 575-3350. Alternatively, individuals can provide anonymous tips by contacting Secret Witness online or by text or phone at (775) 322-4900.

“I doubt anyone remembers,” I murmured. “Except maybe that faithful dog of yours, the one you found tucked away behind the old filling station. She was a digger, that one.”

“When was that?” you asked, furrowing your brow. “Must’ve been back in 2024 –– no, the War hadn’t started yet. And you were driving that sleek Tesla, so it must’ve been ’28, now that I think about it.”

“You can’t dig much in these hills,” I chuckled. “But that hound sure gave it her all.”

“She didn’t dig a hole, per se. Just a deep divot, more like a bowl. But if we’d had a drop of rain, we’d have had ourselves a proper swimming spot. Probably would’ve attracted a few rattlesnakes, too.”

“You spent most of that summer in that pit, moving dirt and rocks. Then you started bringing tools –– a spade at first, then a pick and auger.”

“I had no idea what you were searching for. Silver? Buried treasure? Never in my wildest dreams did I think you’d find what you did.”

“You used to talk about building a fortress against Hell’s fires. Thought you were just being poetic, talking about survival. Never imagined a literal underground refuge, though.”

“Whether you were preparing for Lucifer’s army or some other catastrophe, who knows? But when Washington DC melted in a blinding flash, your foresight seemed eerily prescient.”

“I still don’t know how that dog knew where to dig. Maybe it was just luck. But she saved us. And you, too, for finding that hatch.”

“I try not to dwell on it. We had a good life down here, away from the chaos above.”

“It feels like a lifetime ago,” I said softly, pulling the sheet over your face.

He pushed down on the recorder’s stop button and considered redoing the soliloquy following the loud rumble that echoed through the bunker. Instead, he left it as it was.

He was nearly eighty and couldn’t wait for death any longer. With a sigh, he rose from his weathered rocking chair, gathering his strength.

It was time to face the world above one last time, even if it meant confronting some desolate battlefield. But the hatch wouldn’t budge. A century’s worth of dirt and rock had sealed it shut.

“From the looks of that old foundation there, it looks like a house sat here once,” the surveyor remarked.

Nevada Health Link has successfully integrated Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its State-Based Marketplace (SBM) platform in collaboration with GetInsured.

The purpose-built interactive virtual agent (IVA) marks Nevada Health Link as the first marketplace to receive the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service’s (CMS) approval for AI-based Interactive Virtual Agents. The state worked closely with CMS and GetInsured security teams to ensure compliance with federal privacy and security requirements.

The AI-driven innovation offers callers natural language interactions, providing instant assistance round-the-clock for common inquiries and tasks such as password resets and enrollment assistance. The augmentation of the call center’s capabilities increases efficiency and reduces wait times.

During the recent Open Enrollment Period for Plan Year 2024, the virtual agent successfully handled calls, freeing frontline workers to focus on more complex queries. Nevada Health Link concluded its recent Open Enrollment Period with an increase in enrollments compared to the previous year.

For more information about Nevada Health Link and available health insurance options, visit NevadaHealthLink.com or contact a licensed enrollment professional at 1-800-547-2927.

Turn off U.S. 101 onto Redwood Drive in Klamath and follow to its end, and there you will find the Methodist Church. Under its shadow lay a large expanse of graying asphalt, a parking lot for Sunday service and shoppers and mail-getters visiting the Bazard’s Building.

The Bazard’s Building would lead me the long way around to the Methodist Church, a church I did not attend as I was Catholic. The redwood structure and its dominating size intrigued me, as did the steel-built Bazard’s Building.

Sometimes, I would find quarters or perhaps a dollar bill on the floor, usually on my dad’s side of the bed, where he took off his pants before bed. Other times, I could find a quarter or two, maybe pennies, nickels, and dimes, too, in his pants pockets that he left on the floor and did not bother to pick up when he changed into clean britches.

At nine, it was my job to vacuum the carpets and gather the dirty clothes. My parents believed we kids had to earn our living and that we should make good husbands and wives when we were old enough to move out.

Chores completed for that Saturday, I rushed down to the Bazard’s Building and straight for the bakery. Inside, I would pick out two German chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting and pay for them using my ill-gotten bounty.

From there, I’d slip out and over to the church, and the back door, where if you knew how to do it, you could lift the door by its knob, rattle it slightly, and it would pop open. Once inside, I sit on the floor by the altar and eat myself into a sugar high.

Being Catholic, I did not see this as a sin, as I always gave thanks for the two delicious cupcakes before devouring them. Suddenly, I heard voices at the front door and quickly scrambled to hide. 

Hugging my knees up to my chin, I sat in the recess of the altar, listening to the voices as they moved from one side of the sanctuary to the other and back again. Then, like that, I heard them leave.

Not wanting to chance again being caught, I crawled out of the sanctuary to the side room of the church and the back door. I listened intently for voices before I opened the door and sneaked outside.

Pulling the door closed, I swung my legs over the wooden porch and started to peel the paper cup from the cake. I realized then I had left the other cupcake under the altar.

As I was getting ready for my second entry, I was interrupted by my brother, two sisters, and one of their friends. Instantly, they saw my cupcake and wanted some.

Knowing I had one still stashed in the church, it was with a heavy sigh of resignation that I divided it into four pieces and gave one to each of the little beggars. They gobbled the treats down and then wouldn’t leave my side, so I wandered west, up the street to home with the four in tow.

Because I could never shake them, I was stuck at the house and never made it to the church again that day. That night, I lay awake thinking, wondering, and worrying about my treasured delight hiding under the altar.

I fell asleep, having promised myself to recover it after services, which we did not attend. No, we attended Saints Robert’s and Anne’s at the far southern end of Del Norte County.

After church and breakfast at the Beehive Cafe, we returned home. I quickly changed into my play clothes and went outside.

It was nearly two in the afternoon when the last churchgoers got in their car and drove away. Another 15 minutes passed before the Reverend and his missus began their short walk around the corner, past Jeff Morgan’s house, and to their congregation-provided home.

Trying to act nonchalant, I walked up the sidewalk to the now-empty parking lot, up the path to the ranger road, before climbing down the embankment behind the church. Quickly, quietly, and stealthfully, I jimmied the door, entering, rushing to the altar, only to find my cupcake gone.

Feeling sad and sorry for myself, I raced to the back door. As I started to go outside, I looked down into the trash can only to see my cupcake in the bottom, covered in dead and dying ants, aside from an empty can of Raid.

Later that day, my mom got a visit from the Reverend, and I got an ass-whipping. And as if that wasn’t the worst of it, the Bazard’s Building, having sold to Simpson’s timber company, closed the following Wednesday and never opened again, leaving only the post office operating.

The Fernley Art & Culture Event Squad (ACES) is bringing fun and creative events to Fernley, showcasing local talent and providing entertainment for the community.

They started the month with a professional comedy night on Friday, April 5, featuring comedians Brian Lee, Dave Mencarelli, and Herman Cruz. Their next event is Saturday, April 27, when ACES will host a speed dating/singles night at the Fernley Art Center.

Then, on Saturday, April 13, there will be a special music-only Open Mic event at McHopper’s Brewery’s Crafts & Drafts, with around 100 vendors and a performance by The Teacher Band. Following this, on Friday, April 19, the Fernley ACES regular monthly 21+ open mic night will happen at McHopper’s, inviting everything from spoken word to live music, providing a platform for local artists to showcase their skills.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Fernley ACES website at acestix.com.