Local officials, residents delighted with launch site on Saturday

The size of the crowds at the Pahrump Fairgrounds last Saturday was the first indication to town and county officials that approving a dedicated fireworks launch site for Independence Day revelers was a great idea.

DA’s Report

• John Walczak was charged on June 23 with domestic violence resulting in substantial bodily or mental harm, a felony.

Senior News

Pahrump Senior Center

AdventureCORPS Badwater race returns to Death Valley

After a year hiatus, the baddest race on the planet, the AdventureCORPS Badwater Ultramarathon, returns to its home and original course in Death Valley, California.

Badwater Henderson resident attempts the baddest race on Earth

It’s summertime in Pahrump and the temperature is soaring above 101 degrees and so taking a jog around town during midday is not at the top of your list of things to do.

Long-awaited animal foundation open for business

After six years of setbacks, disappointments and funding issues, Symphony Animal Foundation has opened its doors for business.

Junior golf completes fifth tournament

In the fifth Pahrump Valley Junior Golf Association summer tourney at Lake View Executive Gold Course, 27 golfers turned out to golf in the blistering heat.

The Hubb holds benefit for Conor Hubbell

Conor Hubbell was a regular teenager until his 18th birthday when doctors diagnosed him with a mental illness that changed the course of his entire life.

Letter to the Editor

Obey courtesy laws, use common sense

Nevada brothel owner says he might run for U.S. Senate

Dennis Hof, easily the most well-known pimp in Nevada, has joined the Libertarian Party and said Wednesday he’s weighing a run for the seat of retiring U.S. Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev.

Nevada expected to get new national monument Friday

The House voted Wednesday to block President Barack Obama from proclaiming national monument conservation areas in western states, but the vote will not prevent him from acting soon to set aside a major area in rural Nevada.

Nye on Nevada, July 10

Report: A third of Nevadans live in distressed communities

County roads worsen due to lack of funding

Nye County Public Works officials cited the dire conditions of roads and the lack of proper funding as the main problem after they presented a general road report to the Nye County Commission on Tuesday.

Hospital to host annual back to school fair July 18

As summer is drawing to a close and the back to school season is starting to come into full swing, an annual school fair will help ensure valley youth and their parents are ready when the first bell rings to begin the 2015-16 school year.

War exhibit runs through July 18 at museum

An exhibit that reflects upon the cost of the freedom each American enjoys will enter its final week at the Pahrump Valley Museum.

Veteran Dr. Waters to speak about war exhibit Saturday

In conjunction with the traveling exhibition, “Always Lost: A Meditation on War,” a local military veteran will speak about the display Saturday at the Pahrump Valley Museum.

Crime Corner, July 10

Array

Early female sheriff follows husband, blazes trail

It’s no secret. Nevada history is not exactly burgeoning with examples of women rising to positions of power in government or business.

Heck declares Senate candidacy

U.S. Rep. Joe Heck, R-Nev., on Monday became the leading GOP candidate in the 2016 race to succeed retiring Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev.

IN PROFILE: Lisa Payne

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Davidson sentenced for different criminal incidents

The owner of three pit bulls that mauled a local man earlier this year was sentenced to 364 days in jail on Monday.

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