Lori Gilbert - ELKO LIVE

Lori Gilbert has been a radio broadcaster in Elko for more than 30 years. As host of the weekday radio show, “Elko, Live!” she interviews local and statewide guests on a variety of topics, keeping the community informed on emerging and ongoing issues.

Gilbert’s weekday news reports have been a continuous, trusted source of local information.

Gilbert serves on the Board of Directors for the Committee Against Domestic Violence, the Nevada Arts Council, PBS Reno, and the STARS Committee for the Elko County School District.

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9/15/26 Elko Live - City Airport

Elko City Airport Manager Jim Foster talked about Elko Sky Fair set for Saturday, September 19th to coincide with the Ruby Mountain Balloon Festival and the Balloons and Bubbly Cocktail Walk in downtown Elko. Foster also talked about air service development, and the future of flight services in Elko.

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9/14/26 Elko Live - Fire Prevention

Elko County Fire Protection Chief Matt Petersen and BLM Fire Education Specialist Clint Mothershed of the Wildland Fire Service were guests to talk about fire prevention. The theme is: “We are not out of fire season yet!”

1 day ago

9/11/26 Elko Live - Zero Suicides Elko County

Wendy Charlebois of Zero Suicides of Elko County promoted the annual Hope, Health & Healing 5K Walk/Run. The nonprofit is generating awareness and suicide prevention, inviting the community to participate through training and advocacy. Visit ZeroSuicidesElko.org.

4 days ago

9/10/26 Elko Live - Elko County School News

School Superintendent CJ Anderson discussed a variety of ongoing topics ranging from declining enrollment to budget. forming community advisory groups to local funding of schools.

5 days ago

9/9/26 Elko Live - Elko Senior Center

Elko Senior Center Director Matt McCarty was our guest to discuss serving senior citizens with food, legal services, social activities and more. The Elko Senior Center is located at 1795 Ruby View Drive, serving meals weekdays at 11:30.

6 days ago

9/8/26 Elko Live - City of Elko

Elko City Manager Jan Baum talked about agenda items including possible council support for a proposed rail merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, a presentation by the Flight Alliance of Northeastern Nevada to keep local air service aloft and consideration of a controversial ordinance that would mandate mixed residential construction in places like downtown Elko. City planners rejected the proposal although it is state law as of July 2026.

7 days ago

9/4/26 Elko Live - California Trail Center

The BLM-managed Trail Center hosts weekly educational programs and activities for children and families, as well as individuals, to learn about pioneer and First People life along the trail. The center has numerous collaborative partners; admission is free and is located just 8 miles west of Elko in view of the historic Hastings Cut off.

Sep 4

9/3/26 Elko Live - Ruby Mtn Therapeutic Riding

Carolyn Steninger, President of the Ruby Mountain Handicapped Riding Program, along with Leslie Creel of the Elko Trail System Initiative, Stefan Goehring of the Elko Velo Club and Doug Clarke, RMHR Volunteer, all appeared to talk about the 47th Annual Fundraiser, the Man Mule Race.

Sep 3

9/2/26 Elko Live - County Update Commissioner Gale

The commissioner discussed agenda items including Elko County’s reaction to the recent Nevada Supreme Court ruling in which Elko County prevailed over AB 519, endorsement of a wild horse relocation program and support of a national directive to roll back the 2001 Roadless Rule restricting access to national forests.

Sep 2

9/1/26 Elko Live - City Update Lostra

Elko City Councilwoman Marissa Lostra provided an update on the recent RDA and City Council meetings with topics to include the recent discussion on eminent domain, water modernization plan, HARP Trail extension, Flagview Sports Complex design, the acquisition of the So. 9th St. Right-of-Way to connect to Errecart and soliciting nominations for the Mayor’s Arts Awards.

Sep 1

8/28/26 Elko Live - NDOW Gabrielson

Nevada Department of Wildlife Conservation Educator Julie Gabrielson detailed several topics ranging from FREE fly tying and reloading classes to boating and hunting safety. Hunting season is underway and hunters are urged to use extreme care with anything that could spark wildfire. Visit www.NDOW.org for additional information.

Aug 28

8/27/26 Elko Live - Elko County Sheriff Aitor Narvaiza and Elko Police Captain Keil

The monthly law enforcement update included discussion of recent domestic violence, a stabbing homicide, a lightning death and a search and rescue mission. The “Community First Tuesday” on September 1st will be held at the County Meeting room from 5 – 6:30 p.m. to be followed by a “Coffee With Community,” session on Wednesday, September 23rd from 7 – 8:30 a.m. at Mudd Hutt in Elko.

Aug 27

8/26/26 Elko Live - NV Youth Mental Health Corps

Zanny Marsh, Executive Director of the Youth Mental Health Corps and Crystal Nevada of the United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra were guests to talk about the new initiative, “Pathways,” that builds on the success of Nevada Readers in introducing youth mental health mentoring. Visit ymhc@NevadaVolunteers.org

Aug 26

8/25/26 Elko Live - Elko City Update

Elko City Manager Jan Baum and City Planner Cathy Laughlin provided information about several agenda items in advance of the regular council meeting. The City of Elko Redevelopment Agency meets at 3 p.m. in advance of the regular council session at 4 p.m. Topics included mitigating abandoned buildings to development of the Flagview Youth Football Field.

Aug 25

8/24/26 Elko Live - County Commissioner Karr

Commissioner Karr talked about his recent meeting with Nevada U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto on a variety of topics ranging from nuclear energy to beef production, solar farms in Nevada and geothermal energy.

Aug 24

8/21/26 Elko Live - NNRH 25th Anniversary

Steve Burrows and Steve Simpson of the Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital invited the community to the hospital 25th Anniversary Celebration set for Saturday, August 22nd from 4-7 p.m. The hospital has realized many accomplishments ranging from the addition of behavioral health services to the acquisition of a robotic surgical assistant.

Aug 21

8/20/26 Elko Live - Elko Chamber of Commerce

Katie Ashley, Chamber Membership Coordinator, talked about special events and activities into the fall and holiday season ahead. Chamber Membership is open to all area businesses. Visit www.elkonevada.com.

Aug 20

8/19/26 Elko Live - Elko Senior Center

Senior Center Director Matt McCarty provided an update in Senior Center news from the latest in food distribution to the plans unfolding for the future center on a newly purchased near 10-acre parcel. The Elko Senior Center is located at 1795 Ruby View Drive and is open weekdays from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Aug 19

8/18/26 Elko Live - Elko City News

Elko City Vice Mayor Giovanni Pucinelli provided a recap of recent city council decisions including police matters, professional services for city hall design, a city agreement to renew effluent water irrigation and parks and recreation improvements among other issues.

Aug 18

8/14/26 Elko Live - Elko County School News

Elko County School Superintendent CJ Anderson provided an update in advance of the new school year. From an update on open enrollment to the latest local efforts in education innovation; the importance of parent involvement in student success and the significance of technology in communication. Elko County schools are back in session beginning Monday, August 17th.

Aug 14

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