Clothes for Kids Golf Tournament tees off on Oct. 18

The third annual Clothes for Kids Golf Tournament will be held Oct. 18 to benefit the Nye County School District’s Homeless Children’s Activity Fund and Court-Appointed Special Advocates.

Car of California woman located

The rented vehicle a southern California woman was driving before her body was discovered last month in the desert along Hafen Ranch Road has been found.

Court strikes down Nevada gay marriage ban

CARSON CITY — Finding that Nevada’s constitutional ban on same-sex marriage imposes “profound legal, financial, social and psychic harms” on many of its citizens, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned the prohibition, paving the way for gay unions in the Silver State.

Funding for battle over Question 3 increases

Get ready, Nevadans, for the blitzkrieg about to unfold for your vote on the Education Initiative appearing as Question 3 on the November ballot.

Candidates apart on campaign finance reform

In their first debate in the secretary of state’s race, Nevada Treasurer Kate Marshall on Friday confronted state Sen. Barbara Cegavske about her record of not supporting campaign finance reform, saying voters want to “follow the money” to learn how candidates and officials spend contributions.

Golden State sacks plastic bags, Silver State next?

From the Department of Stupid Is As Stupid Does comes the latest from Nevada’s neighbor to the West. The California Legislature has passed, and Gov. Jerry “Moonbeam” Brown has signed, the nation’s first statewide ban on…plastic bags (SB 270).

Sandoval’s policies could drag him down

With Gov. Brian Sandoval declaring triumph in his deal with Tesla and his facing an all-but-unopposed re-election, several national news outlets have taken notice.

Girls soccer wins key game against Cheyenne

The Lady Trojans outlasted Cheyenne (3-5 overall, 2-5 Sunset League) at home with a battered squad, 3-2. Pahrump (7-3, 4-2) is now in a three-way tie for second with Sierra Vista and Clark.

Policing grants accepted despite commissioner’s objections

When it comes to accepting state and federal grants for law enforcement crackdowns, Nye County commissioners have traditionally voted in favor, with the exception of first-term Commissioner Donna Cox.

Hospital’s annual health festival Saturday

It’s Desert View Hospital’s version of the annual Back to School Health Fair for the older set.

Supporters of Last Chance Park continue decade-long push

Supporters of the longtime proposed Last Chance Park project are not about to give up on their goal of establishing a trailhead for horseback riding enthusiasts.

Manse Road reconstruction work begins

Work began this week on reconstructing a three-mile stretch of Manse Road between Homestead and Hafen Ranch roads. The project is expected to take three months.

Ranch placed on short leash for liquor license

Owners of the White Glove Ranch received a 72-hour special permit to sell liquor at a horse competition this Saturday with plenty of strings attached, following an event described by police as a “riot” in June.

Round Mountain woman charged with attempted murder

A Round Mountain resident kept Nye County law enforcement at bay for more than 90 minutes after shooting her husband Sept. 28 before surrendering.

Crime Corner

COPS: Man admits stealing rings, lies about location

Rural county dispensary applications rare among rural counties

Nye County residents awaiting the county’s lone marijuana dispensary should count themselves fortunate that at least they will have one.

Local woman injured in motorcycle accident Monday

A local woman was transported to Desert View Hospital after crashing her motorcycle along State Highway 372, just after 3 p.m., Monday afternoon.

California Lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in Saturday’s drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $10 million.

Economic indicators slip after steady gains

Nye County taxable sales figures were down 35.8 percent in July compared to the same month a year ago, according to a report released recently by the Nevada Department of Taxation.

Fur FX opens on Loop Road

If a cut and fluff isn’t enough for Fido, another option with flair is available at the new Fur FX at 1161 S. Loop Road.

Terrible’s is back in town

The only way the public would ever know Tim Herbst, of Herbst Pahrump Acquisitions LLC, has taken possession of the former Mountain View Casino would be reading the promotional flyers posted on the front doors.

Venomous snake sightings up this summer

Officials with Nye County Emergency Services offered some advice on what not to do if someone encounters a snake while walking down a dark street in the wee hours of the morning.

Three political debates scheduled before early voting

Political candidates will appear at a pair of events in the coming weeks as the time nears for early voting and the general election.

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