Local brothel offers to host Reid’s retirement party

Now that Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid has announced he will not seek re-election in 2016, everyone is trying to get in on celebrating his career, including an industry Reid tried to abolish.

Let’s be creative in paying our football coaches

Pahrump Valley High School is on the verge of selecting a new head football coach. People have been complaining that the process is taking too long.

Sports Corner

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There’s a secret ingredient in this colorful Easter Bunny Kabob

Lately I’ve been getting very excited about Easter and springtime in general so when I’m not in daydreaming in the garden sections of every store in town, I’m contemplating all the holiday goodies.

Heller pledges to continue Yucca fight after Reid

Republican U.S. Sen. Dean Heller of Nevada said Wednesday that he will do everything in his power to keep nuclear waste out of Yucca Mountain.

The stunningly quiet Black Canyon National Water Trail

Black Canyon National Water Trail, located within Lake Mead National Recreation Area, is one of only 16 national water trails in the United States, and the first one in the Southwest. Designated last year, this Colorado River corridor stretches from Hoover Dam about 30 miles downstream to Lake Mojave.

Nevada Legislature honors active duty and veterans

CARSON CITY — Several hundred veterans and several dozen active duty personnel were on hand Thursday to speak with their respective Senators and Assemblymen, as well as to hear an address by Gov. Brian Sandoval and witness him signing a bill into law.

Official squeals on Amargosa pig farmer

The troubles for Amargosa Valley pig farmer Matt Parker and property owner Stephen Settlemeyer are not over.

17th annual Biz Expo coming to Nugget in May

If you’re new to the area, or aren’t familiar with some of the new businesses that have popped up over the year, the Biz Expo has you covered.

Rural homebuyer seminar aims to educate on assistance programs

If you’re looking to buy a home in the near future but don’t know if you’ll be financially ready, a program coming to town could help ready you to take that big step.

Recruiting new physicians to Nye County a challenge

With Nye being named the least healthy county in the state by a recent study, a lot of attention is being focused on how the area can improve health care throughout the county.

Nellis base trip used to motivate students to succeed

Good field trips that teach something of value are hard to find, but a local middle school hit a home run when they snagged the opportunity to have students tour Nellis Air Force Base.

Trojans win 16th game, win 4 games in tourney

Solid pitching wins the Cowboy Classic at Chaparral High School for the Trojans baseball team.

Senior News

Pahrump Senior Center

Dollar Tree grand opening this morning

The valley’s newest retailer opens its doors for business this morning.

James Revert receives Beatty fireman of the year award

When your house is burning down in Beatty you want to be reassured that someone will answer the call to come put out the flames.

Mental evaluation ordered in child sex assault case

The Pahrump man charged with sexually assaulting a 6-year-old child will be mentally evaluated at a northern Nevada mental health facility.

Police: High-speed suspect had 13 rounds in gun clip

The felon who led police on a high-speed pursuit along the streets of Pahrump late Monday evening, made his initial court appearance on Wednesday.

Softball Jordan Egan is a player her teams have built around

For sophomore Jordan Egan, the world revolves around the sport of softball. She has been playing since she was only 9 but it far outweighs any other sport she has played.

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 $22 million.

Speedway results for March 28

The next race at the Speedway will be on April 11. Tickets are available at the gate and the cost is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $6 for children and children age 5 and under are free.

Crime Corner, April 3

Pair of inmates caught with drugs

The 30-month run of Bikinis brothel

This is the second part of the story of Guy Brenkman, an Illinois strip club operator who built and operated Bikinis outside Beatty.