Putting the opera back in Amargosa Opera House

With a flurry of flamboyant 19th-century skirts, classic dramatic arias, and an original script written for the backdrop of Marta Becket’s stage, Master Mystery Productions out of Ridgecrest, California, promises to put the opera back in the Amargosa Opera House this spring.

Nye County seeks $900K loan for new vehicles

The Nye County Commission has adopted a resolution outlining its intention to secure a $900,000 medium-term loan to acquire new vehicles to update its aging fleet.

California Lottery

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 $20 million.

Tech-support scam victims to share in millions

The Federal Trade Commission will begin mailing 36,830 checks totaling $10,158,601, to consumers who lost money to a technical support scam, officials announced.

List: Nye County School menu

Nye County School District elementary menu for the week of March 26 – March 30:

Divas on a Dime: Say hello to yummy hummus made from scratch

Are you ready for Spring? Please say yes. The trees are budding, and the days are getting longer. I’m excited to put winter away and welcome the lighter, brighter colors and flavors of Spring.

Step into the Civil War era in S. Nevada

A Southern Nevada organization is teaching area residents to relive the history of the battlefield during the Civil War era.

Nye County Commission Candidates Forum held in Pahrump

The Nye County Commission Candidates Forum took place on Monday with five contenders for the two seats up for election turning out to share their thoughts on a variety of subjects.

VEA: New system strengthens poles, saves money

Valley Electric Association has found a way to strengthen power poles to carry the heavier load of the fiber-optic cable for member-owners.

The Grove marijuana dispensary celebrates anniversary in Pahrump

St. Patrick’s Day was a perfect backdrop for Pahrump’s sole marijuana dispensary, as The Grove celebrated its second anniversary with a bright green theme on Saturday.

Latest retail numbers show strength

February retail sales increased 0.3 percent seasonally adjusted over January and 4.4 percent year-over-year as the economy continued to grow, the National Retail Federation said.

Nevada Economic Development Conference set

Dates are in place for the Fourth Annual Nevada Economic Development Conference, which will explore the ideas, programs and business connections that are defining the new Nevada economy, organizers announced.

Pahrump Valley boys track wins big at Western

All signs point to this being a banner season for the Pahrump Valley boys track team, and nothing that happened March 13 at Western High School in Las Vegas suggested the optimism is misplaced.

Pahrump rolls out welcome mat for Baker to Vegas runners

The first runner to arrive in Pahrump during the 34th Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay finished his 5.3-mile journey along Nevada Highway 372, handed off his baton to a teammate and was greeted enthusiastically by his Santa Cruz County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association teammates.

California lottery

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 $19 million.

DEA warns public of extortion scam by impersonators

The federal Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the public about criminals posing as DEA Special Agents or other law enforcement personnel as part of an international extortion scheme.

Thomas Knapp: New Hampshire: Once More Unto the Breach

With nearly two years to go before the 2020 presidential primaries kick off, the vultures are already circling New Hampshire.

Dennis Myers: Answering questions is an art in politics

Sharron Angle is back in Nevada politics after years of trying to achieve a leadership role in right-wing national politics.

Freshmen boost Pahrump Valley girls track team

Going into the season, Pahrump Valley track coach Fred Schmidt was hopeful the girls team was ready to make major strides.

Humid air plays key role in water supplies

The future of snowpack and water resources in the American West now has another variable in the equation for water managers – humidity, which can actually increase snowmelt even on a cloudy day.

Helicopter makes one-of-a-kind Nevada rescue

The newest addition to the Metropolitan Police Department’s helicopter fleet was used in the Saturday night Gold Butte rescue, and Federal Aviation Administration records show that it is the only one of its kind in Nevada.

Vietnam veterans set to be honored in Pahrump

Valley Electric Association is set to host a “Vietnam Veteran Welcome Home” event with Vegas PBS and Kiwanis International.

Energy secretary grilled over proposed Yucca Mountain revival

Energy Secretary Rick Perry appeared before a Senate panel Tuesday where he laid out his department’s $30 billion budget that includes $120 million to revive licensing of the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository plus implement interim storage at other sites.

Nevada Highway Patrol announces new crackdown

Through March 31, the “Joining Forces” law enforcement team statewide will be issuing citations to pedestrians and motorists who are breaking traffic safety laws, the Nevada Highway Patrol announced.

Auto insurance: Nevada raises required minimum

The Nevada Division of Insurance has partnered with the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles, Nevada Highway Patrol and the Nevada Insurance Council to inform Nevada consumers of a new law, increasing the minimum vehicle liability insurance to be in compliance with the law and avoid paying penalties.

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