Inaugural Cannabis Cup event snuffed out

A planned event highlighting the benefits of medical marijuana has been snuffed out.

Man suffers medical episode while driving

Emergency responders had to remove a man from his truck this week after he apparently suffered a medical episode behind the wheel, causing him to lose consciousness and his vehicle to stall in the roadway near the intersection of highways 160 and 372.

California Lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in Wednesday’s drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $34 million.

Dollar General on track to open in September

Another shopping option is underway and when completed, will be an additional convenience for residents on the north end of the valley.

DVH partners with Southern Nevada women’s health group

Desert View Hospital announced last week that a new partnership with a Las Vegas-based women’s health group will bring new services to the hospital campus beginning in May.

Primary endorsement policy continues to roil GOP waters

At the recent Washoe County Republican convention a resolution was passed declaring that the local party was “manifestly opposed” to the pre-primary endorsement “scheme” being pursued by the leaders and members of the Nevada Republican Central Committee. Not just opposed; “manifestly” opposed … whatever that means.

Believing people who should know

A few days ago the Reno Gazette Journal, which has been running front page historical items about Nevada during this 149th year of statehood, published an item reporting that “Ronald Reagan’s rally for Republican candidates for state office at the University of Nevada, Reno quad on Oct. 7, 1982, was the first visit to campus by a sitting U.S. president.”

Right of way needed for Homestead upgrade

The Regional Transportation Commission voted Tuesday to ask a property owner of a long, one-block section on the west side of Homestead Road between Jeane Avenue and Manse Road across from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, to donate right of way to continue widening and improving the road south.

Youth golf club holds 20th annual quarter auction

Who says one can’t buy things for a quarter anymore? It’s time for the 20th annual Pahrump Valley Youth Golf Founders Club Quarter Auction in conjunction with the Pahrump Valley Times at the Nugget Convention Center. The auction will be tonight and doors will open at 6 p.m. and the auction starts at 7 p.m.

Eli Cline: Returns to hometown to coach Trojan baseball

A new coach was introduced at the junior varsity level after last year’s coach, Ethan Wald, didn’t return for a second year.

Trojans look to challenge Faith Lutheran for regional leader

Confidence, depth and precision is hard to find in any organization, but this year these traits seem to flow freely in the Pahrump Valley Trojans baseball team.

Senior News

Pahrump Senior Center

Pre-registration required for DVNP ‘Wilderness Walks’

DEATH VALLEY, Calif. — Join Death Valley National Park in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act by participating in a “Wilderness Walk” within the 3.1 million acres of designated wilderness in the lower 48’s largest designated area.

DA’s Report

• Krystle Mari Hopkins was charged on Feb. 25 with possession of a controlled substance.

A true Obama administration scandal

WASHINGTON — President Obama’s foes have been trying for years to uncover scandal in his administration. But the most damning allegation of wrongdoing was leveled on the Senate floor Tuesday morning — by a friend.

Tecopa gallery opens elaborate art show

The warmer weather is bringing outdoor adventuring to the list of available options for getting out and about. This weekend features a new art exhibit in Tecopa, a fundraising craft fair for No to Abuse and the HOPE walk/run is on tap at Mountain Falls.

PAC sponsors show-stopping fundraiser for youth arts

The Pahrump Arts Council has recently embarked on a new mission to bring back some of its youth programs which have been missing in the community for the past several years and foster the ability to continue with existing programs.

Green it up for St. Patty’s Day celebrations

My mother used to say, “Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day.” So, here are a few fun foodie ideas to help you find your inner leprechaun and enjoy this St. Patrick’s Day because, whether you’re Irish or just Irish at heart, everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day!

Crime Corner

COURTS: Man pleads no contest to attempted child sex assault

Jail inmate stabs self in head with pencil

A Nye County Detention Center inmate awaiting sentencing in a drug trafficking case could be facing new charges after he allegedly fought with deputies when they attempted to stop him from hurting himself over the weekend.

County splits parcels for assisted living center

The Pahrump Regional Planning Commission Wednesday allowed Nye County to split a 12.15-acre parcel at 1571 E. Calvada Blvd. into two parcels, where developers plan to build a three-story, 178-unit, assisted living and independent senior housing facility on the west parcel, but now may have to consider the adjacent east parcel.

Former chief deputy challenges Merlino for clerk position

Former Nye County Chief Deputy Clerk Sheila Winn is challenging her former boss, long-time County Clerk Sam Merlino in the 2014 election.

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