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DA’s Report

• Ronna Richele McKiernan was charged on April 23 with driving without a valid license; display of fictitious temporary vehicle registration, plate, placard, or permit; security for payment of tort liabilities required; failure to maintain travel lane; and texting while driving.

In Arkansas, a military record is no magic bullet

Sen. Mark Pryor, the embattled Democratic incumbent in Arkansas, made a serious gaffe in March when he questioned Republican opponent Tom Cotton’s reliance on military service as a campaign theme.

RTC faces $235,000 budget shortfall

The Nye County Regional Transportation Commission passed a 2014-15 fiscal year budget Tuesday, which Public Works Director Dave Fanning said had $235,000 shortfalls he can’t account for in both the quarter-cent sales tax and four cent gas tax fund.

Candidates field hard ball questions at Artesia forum

Candidates have traditionally fielded some tough questions from the audience during the candidates’ forums at the Artesia Community Center and Wednesday night’s event was no different.

Trojans baseball will find a way to win

Catcher Carlos Rivera for the Trojans baseball team didn’t wake up saying, “I am going to be the hero today.” He just came to the ball park and played hard.

New code enforcer meets with resistance

After roughly two months on the job, the town’s new code enforcement department appears to be making some headway in getting local vendors to comply with town ordinances.

Ladies compete for Ms. Senior Golden Years

Seven women will compete for the title of Ms. Senior Golden Years which takes place at 7 p.m. June 7, at the Saddle West Hotel and Casino.

Diva Patti asks, ‘Have you ever tried polenta?’

If you don’t know about polenta, let me inform and entertain you! Polenta is an awesome starch to use as a main dish or side dish with any meal. It can be served sweet or savory, loose — like mashed potatoes — or sliced into “bread.”

Relay for Life at Petrack Park starts today

The annual celebration for cancer survivors, those battling the disease and their caretakers, and those who have lost someone to cancer will have the opportunity to gather for Relay for Life this weekend at Petrack Park.

Crime Corner

COPS: Two arrested over marijuana plants

COMMUNITY VIEWPOINT: Our civic duty is more than casting a vote

Until a few short years ago, I watched the news once in awhile, complained about this thing or that, and believed I was doing my duty by registering and voting.

Faith Lutheran again — really?

Do you remember those damn Yankees? They were the first team in baseball to offer the big salary. They came out and bought whole teams and annoyed the heck out of everyone. People said the playing field was upset and there was no balance in major league baseball.

Pahrump’s golf team qualifies for state

In prep golf at Wild Horse Golf Course in Las Vegas it was a wild time as the Division 1-A Southern Regional Golf tournament came to a close.

Division IV pitcher pitches to success

Division IV softball regionals are in full swing and this year Nye County will send its only representative to the regionals, the Tonopah Muckers.

Scoccia removed, court-appointed board takes over at Nye Regional

LAS VEGAS — A federal bankruptcy judge has removed Dr. Vincent Scoccia from his role as chief executive officer at Nye Regional Medical Center in Tonopah after a motion filed by the county’s attorney accused him of grossly mismanaging the facility and continuing to pay his own interests while other doctors and organizations went unpaid.

Trojans find the long ball in the playoffs

The Lady Trojans took care of business on Tuesday afternoon at Moapa, downing the Pirates 12-6.

NCSD teachers recognized for education contributions

A much anticipated event honoring the efforts of local educators took place at the NyE Communities Coalition campus on Saturday.

Sheriff hopeful faces coercion claim

A Pahrump woman is accusing Nye County sheriff’s candidate Mark Zane of seizing her property, as collateral in a quit claim deed drawn up by her attorney, Todd Leventhal, that has left her still living in her home without power for two months as she appeals eviction.

Final county budget up for adoption Monday

The final fiscal year 2014-15 budget will be up for adoption when Nye County Commissioners meet at 10 a.m. Monday at commissioners’ chambers, 2100 Walt Williams Dr. in Pahrump.

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 $66 million.

School Menu

Nye County School District elementary menu for the week of May 19 – May 23

Be on your guard when planning vacations

Summer is fast approaching and who among us does not enjoy an annual vacation, an impromptu trip, a cruise, a foreign destination, or even a day visit into the closest mega-entertainment center?