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🏡 Thinking about buying a home? Financial assistance may be available.Homeownership can feel out of reach, but programs ...
07/17/2026

🏡 Thinking about buying a home? Financial assistance may be available.

Homeownership can feel out of reach, but programs through the Nevada Rural Housing Authority may help eligible homebuyers with:
🏠 Down payment assistance
📉 Reduced mortgage interest rates
🤝 Homebuyer education and resources

At its July 9 meeting, the Lander County Commission approved its annual partnership with Nevada Rural Housing by transferring the county's private activity bond allocation to support affordable homeownership opportunities in rural Nevada.

During the meeting, Nevada Rural Housing officials shared that since 2006, their programs have helped 82 Lander County homebuyers, providing approximately $13 million in mortgages and more than $500,000 in down payment assistance. They also said they're working to expand eligibility for one of their assistance programs so more rural residents may qualify in the future.

If buying a home has been on your mind, it's worth exploring the programs available through Nevada Rural Housing.
🔗 https://www.nvrural.org/

🤝 Help shape the future of wildlife management in Lander CountyCommunity volunteers play an important role in advising c...
07/16/2026

🤝 Help shape the future of wildlife management in Lander County

Community volunteers play an important role in advising county leadership, and we're grateful to Kevin Tooley, who was recently appointed to the Lander County Advisory Board to Manage Wildlife.

The board still has one volunteer opening for anyone interested in helping shape wildlife management issues affecting Lander County.

If you've ever considered serving your community, this is a great opportunity to get involved.

How to apply:
📬 Submit a letter of interest outlining your qualifications to:
County Manager Bert Ramos
50 State Route 305
Battle Mountain, NV 89820

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

📞 Questions? Call (775) 635-2885.

Thank you to everyone who volunteers their time and expertise to help make Lander County a great place to live.

Stunning new brush truck for our Battle Mountain Fire Department. Big thank you to Chief Elder for traveling to pick it ...
07/16/2026

Stunning new brush truck for our Battle Mountain Fire Department. Big thank you to Chief Elder for traveling to pick it up!

🚧 Road safety improvements are coming to State Route 305Lander County Commissioners have awarded a contract for construc...
07/15/2026

🚧 Road safety improvements are coming to State Route 305

Lander County Commissioners have awarded a contract for construction of new acceleration and deceleration lanes along State Route 305.

The project includes roadway, drainage and intersection improvements designed to improve traffic flow and safety. Qualcon Contractors Inc. was awarded the contract after submitting the lowest responsive bid of three proposals.

As construction schedules are finalized, we'll share updates on when work will begin and any traffic impacts residents should expect.

🚗 Planning a trip on SR 305?
For current road conditions, construction updates and travel information throughout Nevada, visit:
https://www.nvroads.com/

Thank you for your patience as we continue investing in safer county infrastructure.

🌲 What risks concern you most in Lander County?Wildfire? Flooding? Drought? Something else?Lander County is still accept...
07/14/2026

🌲 What risks concern you most in Lander County?

Wildfire? Flooding? Drought? Something else?

Lander County is still accepting public comments on the draft 2026 Regional Tri-County Hazard Mitigation Plan, and there's still time to share your thoughts before the plan is finalized.

Updated every five years, the plan helps identify local hazards and guides strategies to better protect our communities, infrastructure and public services.

📅 Public comments are open through July 31.

Review the draft plan and learn how to submit comments here:
https://landercountynv.org/notices/index.php

Every comment is documented and considered as the plan is finalized. Your perspective can help strengthen Lander County's preparedness for the future.

🚨 $36,000 grant strengthens Lander County's emergency preparednessLander County Commissioners have approved acceptance o...
07/13/2026

🚨 $36,000 grant strengthens Lander County's emergency preparedness

Lander County Commissioners have approved acceptance of a $36,000 State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) grant to help strengthen the county's hazardous materials emergency response capabilities.

The funding will help equip and maintain the county's hazardous materials response trailer with updated emergency equipment, including:
🚒 Hazmat response kits
🚿 Portable decontamination shower systems
🌦️ Weather stations
📚 Emergency Response Guidebooks
🔒 Safety and equipment storage upgrades

The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) says maintaining a well-equipped hazardous materials trailer is especially important in a rural county like Lander, where emergency responders may need specialized equipment to safely manage hazardous materials incidents and support annual emergency response training.

Thank you to the members of the LEPC and everyone who worked to secure this funding and strengthen emergency preparedness for our community.

🏡 "There's a bigger plan than just, 'Oh, we've got this building and hope someone fills it up.'"That's how Lander County...
07/13/2026

🏡 "There's a bigger plan than just, 'Oh, we've got this building and hope someone fills it up.'"

That's how Lander County Engineer Aaron Martinez describes the vision behind Austin's new Community & Health Center.

Designed to serve the community for years to come, the new facility will bring together space for community events, family celebrations, meetings, computer access, a commercial kitchen and expanded healthcare services closer to home.

💬 As Martinez explained: "We wanted to make it as multipurpose as we can because, in a small community, it has to be used."

Construction is in its final stages, with completion expected later this summer.

Read the full story in Lander County's July newsletter:
🔗 https://mailchi.mp/landercountynv.org/attn-lander-county-residents-6426907?e=900807f3be

What happens inside may shape Austin for years to come.

📢 Today is the last day to comment on the BLM's proposed grazing rule.Monday, July 13, is the final day to submit public...
07/13/2026

📢 Today is the last day to comment on the BLM's proposed grazing rule.

Monday, July 13, is the final day to submit public comments on the Bureau of Land Management's proposed grazing rule.

The proposal includes changes to grazing permit administration, grazing flexibility, appeals and rangeland health standards for BLM-managed public lands.

Please note: Regulations.gov follows Eastern Time, so comments must be submitted by 8:59 p.m. Nevada time to be considered.

📄 Read the proposed rule:
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/12/2026-09387/revision-of-regulations-for-grazing-administration-exclusive-of-alaska
❓ Read the BLM's Frequently Asked Questions:
https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/docs/2026-06/Grazing_Rule_FAQ.pdf
📝 Submit a comment:
https://www.regulations.gov/docket/BLM-2026-0001

🌄 Whether you're heading into the mountains, casting a line, exploring a back road, spending time with family or simply ...
07/10/2026

🌄 Whether you're heading into the mountains, casting a line, exploring a back road, spending time with family or simply enjoying a quiet summer weekend, we hope you have a chance to enjoy a little of what makes Lander County special.

If you happen to snap a favorite photo while you're out and about this weekend, we'd love to see it in the comments!

Have a wonderful weekend!

📷 Photo by local photographer Carol Jackson

🎒 A new school year is just around the corner—and thanks to Project MAGIC and generous community support, local teens ca...
07/09/2026

🎒 A new school year is just around the corner—and thanks to Project MAGIC and generous community support, local teens can shop for free from a selection of new and gently used clothing before the school year begins.

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50 State Route 305
Battle Mountain, NV
89820

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