Stories from Friday, January 31, 2020

According to Sheriff’s Office Officials, a Deputy conducted a traffic stop on C Highway near the Walker area. While investigating the traffic stop, the deputy was able to locate suspected methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and two loaded firearms...

In a road matchup with the Adrian Blackhawks Tuesday, the Nevada Tigers wrestling team was edged out on the mat, 34-33. "We knew going in that Adrian was going to be a tough opponent, and if we were going to win the dual we would have to wrestle a complete six minutes in every match," said Nevada head coach, David Hawks...

From the classrooms of Nevada R-5 school district to the hallowed halls of Allen Fieldhouse, Candace Dunback’s journey has been a remarkable one. Known locally as Candy Mason, Dunback is arguably the most accomplished athlete to come out of Nevada, Missouri. A 1994 graduate of Nevada High, Dunback is a five-time track-and-field gold medalist. She was also an integral component of the school’s 1994 track-and-field girls' state championship team...