Officials waive Front Sight paving requirement, for now

Nye County commissioners waived the requirement for paving the new parking lot for phase 3 at the Front Sight Firearms Training Facility.

Goicoechea appointed to three legislative committees

Nevada Senate Majority Leader Aaron Ford accepted the appointment of Sen. Pete Goicoechea to several legislative committees in the 2017 Legislative Session.

Letter: Thank you from Twilight Productions

We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make our fundraising event for the Nye County Technical Response team at Station 51 such a huge success.

Myers: The role of protest now

In November 1967, President Lyndon Johnson set out on a speech tour across the country.

Day Trips: Junior Ranger Program helps kids’ interest in national parks

With the holidays upon us, many families will take to the road to visit national parks, recreation and conservation areas and other public lands. Children and public lands are usually a natural fit but sometimes kids need a little help to become interested. An ideal way to enhance their experience and have some fun at the same time is to take part in the Junior Ranger Program.

Hudson Jr.: Court upholds removal of student for Facebook posts

A public college had the authority to remove a nursing student from its program for Facebook posts without violating the First Amendment, a federal appeals court has ruled. The decision emphasizes the danger that students take when posting profane or unprofessional remarks online.

VEA to cut rates by 9.9 percent

Just months after raising its rate for the first time in 10 years, Valley Electric Association, Inc. announced it will slash the 9.9 percent rate increase that went into effect in June.

Key experts divided on Yucca Mountain’s revival

It would take more than a decade and cost at least $30 billion before the shuttered underground dump site at Yucca Mountain could begin accepting shipments of highly radioactive waste, according to experts on the controversial project.

Trojans hoopsters return strong core of starters

The Pahrump Valley boys basketball have a whole new team this year and are hoping to take the league by surprise.

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Area residents talk about Thanksgiving Day plans

It is a time when many people put aside petty differences and discord among family and friends while reflecting on a healthy and happy holiday season.

Jogging tips for seniors during the holidays

During the holiday is the time that most of us ditch those diets because of all the good eats that are readily available. Who can resist the cookies, pies and all the fixings that come with all the traditional foods eaten during Thanksgiving and Christmas?

A year of wrestling experience makes a big difference

Two years have passed since the Trojans wrestling team won its second state title in 2014. Since then they have been slowly rebuilding.

Death Valley looking for drop-in volunteers

Death Valley National Park is looking for nature lovers to chip in some time and volunteer.

Fire crews happen upon two-vehicle collision

While responding to a structure fire last Monday morning, Pahrump Valley Fire and Rescue crews happened upon a two-vehicle collision with injuries.

Beazer Homes development agreement approved

Nye County commissioners approved a development agreement with Beazer Homes Holding Corp. for a residential subdivision in Burson Ranch at Tesora in Pahrump.

Attorney general warns of retail app scams

Although retail apps are easy and convenient for those technologically inclined, the popular phone programs are also easy targets for scammers.

Awareness and preparedness key to safe Thanksgiving cooking

As the Thanksgiving holiday rolls around this week, staying safe while preparing one’s feast is something that is easily overlooked with the chaos that bringing the family together can create.

Celebrate the holidays without packing on the pounds

Weight gain seems to be a part of the holiday season nearly as much as turkey, Christmas trees or carols.

Football comes to an end; next year will be better

Football has basically come to an end in high school with just the 4A state title to be decided on Dec. 3 at Sam Boyd Stadium.

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