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12/22/25 Elko Live - Elko Origin Story

Local historian Jan Petersen takes us back to 1869 in Elko Nevada when the town of Elko “sprang to life,” as she described. There are families and businesses that originated during the time that have endured. Petersen reminds family stories forge connection and can inspire personal growth.



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