The Nevada Commission on Tourism has awarded more than $1 million in grants to help rural communities in Nevada market and promote events and attractions.

Even as she was making her charge toward qualifying for the National High School Finals Rodeo, Elyse Heberger didn't know how close she was getting.

Carrie Stringham of Winnemucca, Nev., looked at prices as she picked up a pack of new milk jugs, while shopping at Costco in Reno, Nev., on Tuesday.