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Thousands turn out for Sacred Visions Powwow at Pyramid Lake
WADSWORTH, Nev. — The ninth annual Sacred Visions Powwow kicked off on July 21 and continued through the weekend, attracting hundreds of dancers and thousands of spectators. The powwow is held each year on the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation in Wadsworth, Nevada — located roughly a half hour east of Reno — during the second-to-last weekend in July. “This powwow brings people from all over together to share and celebrate our culture,” said Gordon Dodd, Sacred Visions Powwow Chairman, during a July 21 interview at the powwow with First Nation’s Focus. Each year, the Sacred Visions Powwow attracts over 260 dancers and more than 3,000 people, according to the event’s website, and helps support the local economies of Pyramid Lake and Northern Nevada. “From inside my heart, I wanted to have something where our people could gather to celebrate happier times, instead of only coming together in times of mourning,” said Dodd. So, a decade ago, a four-person powwow committee got together and created their plan of action for the event. After a months of hard work and dedication, the small group was ready to host the first-ever Sacred Visions Powwow in July of 2009. With the arbor constructed and powwow grounds ready to go, the last thing to do was come up with name for the powwow. “When we chose the name, we thought about ‘what is a vision,’ and how the Stone Mother has her legend,” said Dodd. “What we see from that vision is bringing the people back from the four directions, bringing back the people (the Stone Mother) sent out, and that’s how we came up with the Sacred Visions Powwow.” Throughout the years, the powwow has brought many people from from all across the Western United States together. Over 20 food and craft vendors were in attendance this year, and people also took part in this year’s fun run, parade, hand games, and junior rodeo. “Next year is the 10th annual, so we want to make that one exceptionally special for the people,” said Joyce McCauley, secretary of Sacred Visions Powwow committee, during an interview at this year’s event. Year after year, the only goal of the powwow is bring everyone together to celebrate, dance, sing and share their Native American culture. “It's all for the people,” said Dodd. “That would be the vision, the sacred vision.” Jarrette Werk (Aaniiih) is a journalism student at the University of Nevada, Reno, and works for the Sierra Nevada Media Group as an intern, writing and taking photos for First Nation's Focus. Email him at intern@firstnationsfocus.com.
Blueface To Remain In Jail Despite Having Probation Reinstated In Las Vegas Shooting Case
Blueface has essentially had his probation in a Las Vegas shooting case reset; however the rapper remains behind bars in connection to a different probation violation case. According to Vegas NBC affiliate 8 News Now, Clark County District Court Judge Kathleen Delaney — who, back in February, issued a bench warrant for his arrest for violating his probation in this same case — has now suspended the two-to-five year sentence the rapper was facing.
The culinary resurgence of South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe’s culinary scene has seen many changes this year, with new restaurants and renovations sure to appeal to every conceivable palate. Tahoe’s dining experiences are about the huge diversity of flavors, the people you meet, and the scenic locations that make it so memorable. Iconic Lake...
Lyon County Sheriff's Office Looking for Information Regarding Political Sign Vandalism
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office is looking for information regarding vandalism on political signs in Dayton. In the areas of Dayton Valley Road and Old Como Road, as well as Highway 50 and Enterprise Road, obscene drawings and words were spray painted on a political candidate's signs. The vandalism happened...
Berry Creek Dispersed Campground, Ely, NV
Access to this campground runs along Forest Road 424, which is firm-packed gravel, suitable for any 2WD vehicle. However, there are few places where the road crosses over Berry Creek. During the spring runoff, these crossings are flooded out and high clearance, 4WD will be required. As long as its dry, RVs and trailers are fine.
Christina Hall Enjoys Girls’ Night out Amid Josh Hall Divorce
Christina Hall is moving on past her breakup from Josh Hall with the help of a friend. The HGTV star shared a pic of herself with bestie Kristin Rosowski outside the restaurant Delilah at Wynn Las Vegas early July 20. She captioned her Instagram post, “Girls night with my girl,” adding a red heart emoji.
Lightning concerns due to thunder showers
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Temperatures will stay above average for late July until the end of this week. We could see 100-105 through Thursday and then a cooldown on its way to get us back into the 90′s and high 80′s. Continued moderate-major Heat Risk. Daily thunderstorm chances...
STLV 2024 Levels Up With Big Celebrity Guests And ‘Treksperts’ Stage Packed With Star Trek Luminaries
The Star Trek franchise sets course for Sin City as Creation Entertainment’s STLV: The 58-Year Mission convention begins on August 1st, once again at the newly renovated Rio All-Suites Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. This year’s lineup is shaping up for what may be one of the best ones yet.
Reno Surrenders Series Sweep in Shutout Loss to Tacoma
Tacoma, Washington. – The Reno Aces (14-6, 49-46) were unable to produce against Emerson Hancock, who spun a complete game shutout, resulting in a 9-0 loss to the Tacoma Rainiers (11-10, 54-43) on Sunday at Cheney Stadium. Tacoma completes the series sweep with the win. Despite the loss, Albert...
Round 5 for SCCT grants is open
Community colleges can now apply for grants in the fifth round of funding through the U.S. Department of Labor’s $65 million Strengthening Community Colleges Training (SCCT) Grants program. The program aims to help community colleges scale affordable, high-quality workforce training that meets employers’ and workers’ skill development needs in...
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