Staff Report
Fallon residents will observe Nevada Day on Friday, Oct. 30, with state offices, Churchill County offices, City of Fallon offices, Fallon Paiute-Shoshone tribal government offices, courts, public schools, the Churchill County Library, and the Pennington Life Center closed for the holiday, one day before Nevada's 162nd anniversary of statehood. Early voting services may operate despite the holiday.
Nevada became the 36th state on Oct. 31, 1864, during the Civil War, earning its nickname, the Battle Born State. President Abraham Lincoln signed the proclamation admitting Nevada to the Union eight days before he was reelected.
Although Nevada's anniversary falls on Halloween, state law designates the last Friday in October as Nevada Day.
Carson City's traditional Nevada Day parade begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, featuring marching bands, floats, and historical displays.
In Fallon, the Maine Street Spooktacular returns Saturday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 6 p.m., with trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, bounce houses, and other family activities downtown.
For additional Nevada Day events, visit www.nevadaday.com.
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