DA, commissioner talk shop with local residents

Pahrump residents didn’t spare questions for Nye County District Attorney Angela Bello and Commissioner Frank Carbone on Saturday when the two sat down with a group of people at the Bob Ruud Community Center in Pahrump.

Storm and fire keep responders active on holiday weekend

The Fourth of July holiday weekend kept first responders busy as fire crews responded to at least 50 fire-related calls over the three-day period.

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 $14 million.

Manufactured home dealer industry’s last man standing

Factory Home Center owner Gerald Schulte has good reason to be gratified that his business at his 1361 S. Highway 160 location is still in good shape.

Many bills to be proposed but few will pass next Legislature

CARSON CITY — Allowing terminally ill patients to end their lives, lowering Nevada’s gambling age and authorizing public marijuana venues are among the 108 early bill draft requests submitted by legislators for possible consideration by the 2017 Nevada Legislature.

Knapp: No, it’s not just you. Politics really does drive people nuts

Before Charles Krauthammer became a political columnist capable of simultaneously endearing and enraging all comers, left and right, he studied medicine at Harvard, practiced psychiatry at Massachusetts General, and directed psychiatric research planning in the Carter administration.

Myers: Respecting the future of the past

In 1991-92, I spent a month in Spain over Christmas and New Year’s. Most of my time was spent in a town called Algeciras across the Bay of Algeciras from Gibraltar.

Nonprofit group targets U.S. Senate candidate Cortez Masto

Dark money is flowing into the U.S. Senate race in Nevada, including a shadowy group with a reputation for controversy in its portrayal of foreign policy issues.

Union group launches Facebook ads against Heck

The AFL-CIO on Thursday launched digital Facebook ads that attack U.S. Rep. Joe Heck, the Republican candidate in the U.S. Senate race for the seat of retiring Minority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev.

Letters to the editor

Proud to be living in Pahrump

New sex offender law stopped from being implemented

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Supreme Court tapped the brakes Friday on a law that would impose new registration requirements on sex offenders and subject thousands of them to community notification, but not before a state website briefly went live with the information.

Pahrump rural transit awaits decision on NDOT grant

The Pahrump Rural Transit, the town’s first on-demand transportation program, is awaiting the decision on the state transportation grant application that would provide it with much-needed cash.

Timber Creek Overlook easy for family access

Many Southern Nevadans count Zion National Park their favorite outdoor haunt, yet many seem unaware of one of its best quarters — the Kolob Canyons section in the park’s northwest area.

Frazier Furniture closing its doors

After more than 21 years doing business in Pahrump, Ron and his wife Marion Frazier have decided to close the doors of their Frazier Furniture business on Calvada Boulevard. Both will enjoy some leisure time before hitting the road to travel the U.S.

Trojans girls varsity soccer gets new coach

Julie Carrington has been hired as the new varsity head coach for the Pahrump Valley girls soccer team.

New Nevada law may require new plates

CARSON CITY — Most Nevada motorists will have to get new license plates every eight years under a new law that takes effect today, July 1.

Lovell Canyon fire fully contained

The Lovell Canyon fire was fully contained by Wednesday evening, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

Trojans Pride team finishes second overall at state

The Trojans National Softball Association team had a 4-2 record in the state tournament last week in the state tournament to end their summer season.

Fireworks show will offer new, exciting colorful displays

The pyrotechnicians overseeing Monday’s Liberty Festival fireworks show have a message for those attending – “Don’t expect the same type of show you’ve grown accustomed to over the years.”

Pot grow facility to ask for initial license application

On Tuesday, Nye County commissioners plan to hear a medical marijuana initial license application for a cultivation facility that has raised neighbors’ concerns.

Gold Town Casino set to debut new food offerings today

Those in search of new food options in town need look no further than Gold Town Casino, as they are set to serve up a pair of new amenities at its property.

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