Shooter who fired at vehicle remains at large

The Nye County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting incident in the area of Discovery Park and Comstock Park after shots were fired at a vehicle around 8 a.m. Wednesday morning.

Life Skills Plus training beginning later this month

It’s described as an educational course providing information on nutrition, education, work readiness, and other skills for an abundant lifestyle.

Emergency Calls: First responders chase runaway bull on Highway 160

Area first responders found themselves on an unusual service call last Thursday afternoon when a bull escaped from the rodeo grounds at McCullough Arena on Basin Avenue just before 2:30 p.m.

Pahrump’s financial position strengthens

The town of Pahrump saw its financial position strengthen during the last fiscal year as revenues continue to increase, according to an annual audit.

Taxable sales in county up 5.4% in October

Taxable sales in the county were up again in October, closing the fourth month of the fiscal year 2017 up 5.4 percent from the same time period last year.

Letter: What about those roundabouts and fraud votes?

Did I read there were 4,700 fraud votes in two or three counties for Hillary? If so, the question about “Gun Safety” would have been Yes” selected too.

Letter: Thank you to the Nye County Sheriff’s Office

On Dec. 22, 2016, a pit bull attacked my leashed dog in our yard. I yelled for help for 10 minutes, fighting the pit bull. It was a violent, bloody struggle.

Myers: ARE we in this together anymore?

“The care of human life and happiness … is the only legitimate object of good government.”Thomas Jefferson, 1809.

Nevada’s gun-check law has new legal challenge

Nevada’s new law expanding firearm background checks to private-party sales and transfers is facing another challenge: a lawsuit contending that it violates the state Constitution.

California Lottery • Dec. 31, 2016

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 $66 million.

20 things to know about legal marijuana in Nevada

On Sunday, Nevada joined Colorado, Oregon, Washington and Alaska in legalizing recreational marijuana for adults as the state’s voter-approved measure takes effect. So what is and isn’t be legal? And what does legalization bring with it?

Gov. Sandoval to define mark at final legislative session

CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval is preparing for his last regular legislative session that will culminate the efforts of his administration and define the mark he leaves as Nevada’s 29th chief executive.

Christmas Eve a busy one at Goldfield church

For those looking for a mix of faith, music, family and community, The Little Church in Goldfield was a place to be Christmas Eve.

Lady Trojans basketball falls to Virgin Valley during break

If fan energy was a necessary component to win a game, the Lady Trojans team could blame their 35-25 loss to the Bulldogs on Dec. 29 on their fans for not showing up.

Trojans grapplers host Cheyenne tonight

The Trojans wrestling team debuts today, hosting league rival Cheyenne. The JV action starts at 5 p.m. and varsity at 6 p.m.

Trojans basketball drops three of four at holiday tournament

The Trojans boys basketball team stayed sharp by playing in the Las Vegas Invitational at Mountain View High School on Dec. 26 at a four-day tourney in Las Vegas. At that tourney the boys played four games, going 1-3.

Cortez Masto, Kihuen sworn in to 115th Congress

WASHINGTON — Nevada’s own Catherine Cortez Masto became the first Latina to serve in the Senate on Tuesday as lawmakers convened for the 115th Congress.

IRS drops proposals for tax reporting of slot winnings

The Internal Revenue Service has dropped two tax proposals for reporting slot winnings. The IRS was considering mandating electronic player tracking as well as cutting the slot jackpot reporting threshold from $1,200 to a possible $600.

House fire leads to discovery of marijuana grow house

A Pahrump man was arrested after his home caught on fire and fire officials discovered an alleged marijuana grow house which had nearly 200 plants inside.

New year, new laws go into effect for Nevada

CARSON CITY — The new year ushers in a handful of new laws in Nevada, ranging from recreational marijuana to registration of mopeds.

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