California Lottery, Aug. 24

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 $29 million.

District Attorney’s report, Aug. 26

The public information below was provided by the Nye County District Attorney’s office.

Commentary: Ed, he’s just a personable guy

He is one of the most personable guys I know. Over the past six years it has been hard to find a day where I haven’t talked to Ed Kirkwood. For those who haven’t met Ed, he is the Trojans athletic director and he is leaving for Florida today.

This week in sports

Pahrump Youth Softball: Fall ball season is open for registration. Registration is Aug. 26 and 29 at Ian Deutch Field at 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., at the snack bar. Cost to play is $65. A copy of the birth certificate is required to register. For more info: richlauver@hotmail.com.

Divas: What in the world is a Zoodle?

’Tis the season when zucchini and summer squash are plentiful. What to do with all these squash? Of course you can grill, sauté, bake, freeze, make bread or leave some on your neighbor’s porch when they’re not looking. But did you know you can make a substitute for pasta?

Trojans AD Kirkwood headed for sunny Florida

After six years with the Trojans, Ed Kirkwood is saying farewell and headed for greener pastures. Kirkwood’s last day as Trojans athletic director will be on Friday. He has not only has been the athletic director for the past two seasons, but has also coached many athletes over his time.

Op-ed: Remembering a pioneer during National Immunization Awareness Month

Dr. Donald A. Henderson passed away recently, with little media attention or fanfare. This is alarming, considering “saving millions of lives” was listed as one of his life accomplishments.

Cross-country girls ready for first meet Tuesday

The Trojans girls cross-country team is ready to run. Their first meet will be on Aug. 30 against Sunrise Mountain in Las Vegas at 4:30 p.m.

Kyle Canyon hikes present reprise from summer heat

An excellent way to escape our oppressive summer heat is by heading up to Kyle Canyon in the Mount Charleston area of the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area. You can expect temperatures to be about 20 degrees cooler than in Pahrump, and there are plenty of trails to hike under the nearly ideal conditions.

School Menu, Aug. 29-Sept. 2

Nye County School District elementary menu for the week of Aug. 29 – Sept. 2:

Senior News

Pahrump Senior Center

Crime Corner, Aug. 26

Registered sex offender discovered in vehicle naked

Pahrump’s AYSO program celebrates 25th anniversary

Roughly five months after the Pahrump United-U10 soccer girls claimed a historic Western States Tournament title, Pahrump’s AYSO program is observing another milestone.

CASA organization prepares for third annual luau

Lake Spring Mountain will transform into a Hawaiian-themed paradise next month as the Pioneer Territory of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) presents their annual luau fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 10, beginning at 6 p.m.