Community Christmas tree returns to Pahrump Nugget

Adorned with garland, ornaments and colorful lights, the Christmas tree is considered a true symbol of the holiday season.

Nye County Sheriff’s Office to get 130 body cameras

The Nye County Sheriff’s Office will get a batch of new equipment after county commissioners authorized the purchase at one of its recent meetings.

Nye County school menu

Nye County School District elementary menu for the week of Dec. 4– Dec. 8:

Program offers $6 million in transportation enhancement funding for Nevada

Nearly $6 million in federal transportation funds for projects that improve non-motorized mobility, historic preservation for transportation-related projects, scenic accessibility, safe routes to school and more are available as the Nevada Department of Transportation accepts applications for Transportation Alternatives Program projects through Feb. 26.

Nevada program can help those affected by Las Vegas shooting

State officials are encouraging people who attended the Route 91 Harvest festival on Oct. 1 to apply for assistance from a state program for crime victims.

Pilot car at work along Highway 160 in Pahrump area

The Nevada Department of Transportation plans to continue intermittent pilot car operations along Nevada Highway 160 between Betty Avenue and “Johnnie Curve” in Pahrump through 5 p.m. today.

Pardons-board vote sparks Nevada political dust-up

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Steve Sisolak that he was “disappointed” in GOP gubernatorial candidate Adam Laxalt for his recent vote on the Nevada Board of Pardons and Laxalt’s opposition to the city of Reno’s proposed lawsuit against opioid drug manufacturers.

New colonel for Nevada Highway Patrol

Nevada Department of Public Safety Director James Wright on Thursday announced the appointment of John O’Rourke as colonel of the Nevada Highway Patrol.

Pahrump man accused of throwing rock at Nye County sheriff’s vehicle

Monday, Nov. 13 appeared to be a noneventful day for Nye County Sheriff’s Lt. James McRae as he was parked near the Bob Ruud Community Center, attempting to locate a female related to an earlier service call at Walmart.

Beatty Town Board gives financial boost to high school

BEATTY — The Beatty High School Close Up program got a bit of an economic boost from the Beatty Town Advisory Board, if not as much as requested.

CASA program welcomes volunteers in Pahrump area

Just a few hours each week could make a huge difference in the future development of a child, said Willi Baer, executive director of the Pioneer Territory Court Appointed Special Advocate program in Pahrump.

Pahrump Moose Lodge seeks new members

It’s described as a longtime international organization of men and women dedicated to caring for the young and old, while bringing communities closer together, and celebrating life.

Tim Burke: Should Las Vegas be concerned about the NFL’s current issues?

Recently, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to kick off construction of the Las Vegas Raiders’ new multi-billion-dollar stadium. The stadium is viewed as the crowning jewel of efforts by Las Vegas to lure professional sports teams to the city.

The ‘Kingdom’ sets its opening in Pahrump

The castle-shaped building at Homestead Road and Nevada Highway 160 is edging closer to housing an antique mall with a few extras: an Egyptian-themed facility that can host weddings, a community center and more.

New studies show brain impact of youth football

School-age football players with a history of concussion and high impact exposure undergo brain changes after one season of play, according to two new studies.

Pahrump Nugget 250 motoring to town

The Pahrump Nugget 250 races through the valley on Saturday, Dec. 2 and will be the last race for the Best in the Desert Racing Association for the 2017 season.