California Lottery • Feb. 22, 2017

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 $15 million.

Pahrump’s state legislators issue statement on SB21

CARSON CITY – Nevada Sen. Pete Goicoechea and Assemblyman James Oscarson released the following statement about Senate Bill 21, which seeks to abolish the Nye County Water District.

A Nye County 911 emergency dispatcher discusses job, challenges

Though they have never traveled with the circus, Pahrump resident Ashley Castillo and her colleagues have the keen ability to juggle, keep their mental balance in check and maintain a distinct dedication to their profession.

Roller Derby through the eyes of two athletes

Roller Derby has been back as a sport since 2001 and it has slowly evolved over the years. Some say is a mere shadow of the sport it once was in its heyday.

Little League has hit the park with nearly 320 players

The grass hasn’t greened up at Ian Deutch but Little Leaguers are out in force, some 320 of them, all preparing for a March 18 opening day.

Policinski: At long last, the stuff of journalism

The resignation of National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. White House internal disputes that stall policy decisions. Even a mini-crisis involving North Korea.

Veterans Reporter: Paralyzed Veterans of Nevada helps those with spinal cord disabilities

From time to time I write about organizations that help veterans, and I usually note that there are so many such groups, perhaps they tend to overlap. In fact, there is often much overlap, but each major group does have a positive specialty of some type. This month I wish to honor the Paralyzed Veterans of America, Nevada Chapter.

Candidates forum March 15 for VEA Board Seats

A candidates’ forum will be conducted March 15 at the Valley Conference Center for the four candidates for the District 6 seat on the Valley Electric Association Board of Directors.

Muth: Big brother government + Crony government = Bad Nevada government

Nevada Democrats have gone bonkers. Not only are they suffering from a combination of PESD (Post-Election Stress Disorder) and TDS (Trump Derangement Syndrome), but apparently they’ve been caught up in some kind of time warp.

Shortcutting met with citations in roundabout work zone

The Nye County Sheriff’s Office has an important message for motorists trying to access Highway 372 from Pahrump Valley Boulevard.

Balloon festival, carnival prepared for weekend

Crews with Pahrump’s Davis Amusements arrived at Petrack Park to begin setting up the carnival portion of this weekend’s Pahrump Balloon Festival.

Winds in the forecast for balloon festival weekend

Last week’s rain is being replaced with sunny skies for the 4th Annual Pahrump Balloon Festival this weekend.

Burke: Signs, signs, everywhere signs

What do visitors first see when they drive into Pahrump from Las Vegas on Highway 160?

State basketball tournament set for Cox Pavilion

When the state high school basketball tournament returns to Las Vegas this week it will have a more intimate setting.

Coaching Special Olympics: Volunteering at its best

For those who have been looking for a way to give back to the community but just haven’t found the right cause, Special Olympics might be for you.

Round Mountain downs Beatty, advances to state

Round Mountain junior forward Alyssa Hanks posted another double-double, scoring 26 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, to help her team overcome Beatty 55-36 at Sunrise Mountain High School on Friday. The Knights qualified for the state tournament and knocked the Hornets out of the regional playoffs.

Lawmaker: Nuclear waste solution must include Yucca Mountain

WASHINGTON — Yucca Mountain continues to be considered by a Republican lawmaker on a key congressional panel to be part of a comprehensive solution to the continuing problem of storing nuclear waste generated by power plants.

Federal approval of VEA transmission line sale on hold

Valley Electric Association’s nearly $200 million sale of its high-voltage system to Chicago-based GridLiance Holdco will likely be delayed from its original closing date due to “political change in Washington, D.C.,” the cooperative announced last week.

California Lottery • Feb. 18

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in Saturday’s drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $14 million.

Violent collision snarls traffic along Highway 160

At least two people were transported to Desert View Hospital following a two-vehicle collision at Bell Vista Avenue at Highway 160 just after 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 15. The initial investigation shows that a white Nissan compact collided with a maroon SUV. Both vehicles sustained substantial body damage from the impact. Southbound traffic on Highway 160 was diverted onto a side road. The injured individuals are expected to recover.

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