Drivers can now go 65 on the 215 in northwest Las Vegas

Motorists in the northwest Las Vegas Valley can now travel a little faster along a portion of the 215 Beltway.

President Trump thrills supporters at Southern Nevada rally

Sandwiched between thousands of supporters, Jennie Hardy gripped a bright pink “Women for Trump” sign and waited for the man she credits with putting her son, a diesel mechanic, back to work.

Injured Nye County deputy continues to recover

Roughly four months after being struck by a vehicle while on duty, Nye County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Duane Downing’s condition is improving, according to his daughter Deidra Gromis, 25.

Valley’s newly appointed CEO staying in Wisconsin

Valley Electric Association Inc.’s newly named CEO changed his mind about accepting the job just days after the cooperative’s board of directors announced he was set to take the position later in 2018.

Blasting begins in mountain pass between Las Vegas, Pahrump

The first day of blasting along Highway 160 brought about a long line of cars, trucks and commercial vehicles from the western edge of Mountain Springs to well over a mile of vehicles waiting to travel to Las Vegas.

Input sought on mine operations near Death Valley

The operators of a gold mine located just outside Death Valley National Park’s western border have proposed modifications to their plan of operations, the park announced.

Souza’s goal sends Pahrump Valley over Western

Madelyn Souza calmly stepped up to the ball, sitting about 35 yards from the Western goal, with about 15 minutes left in the second half.

Cipollini, Sonerholm lead strong Pahrump Valley cross-country effort

Pahrump Valley senior Jacob Cipollini finished the three-mile course in 16 minutes, 46.3 seconds to finish seventh in the Senior Division 3 race Saturday at the 45th Dana Hills Nike Invitational in Dana Point, California.

Survey data provides small business snapshot

The third quarter MetLife &U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index (Index) released indicates that the majority (69.7 percent) of small business owners have a positive outlook about their company and the small business environment in the United States.

Effort seeks to assist rural areas

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking feedback on a plan to increase access to capital in rural areas by streamlining regulations for four rural development loan guarantee programs.

Wells Fargo commits $5 million for tribal solar

Wells Fargo announced a philanthropic commitment of $5 million over three years to support solar projects in tribal communities across the U.S.

Thomas Knapp: What is an “impeachable offense?”

In a Labor Day tweet, President Donald Trump took Attorney General Jeff Sessions to task over the indictments of two Republican congressmen — one for insider trading, the other for misusing campaign funds.

 
Nellis ceremony honors Nevadans listed as MIA, ex-prisoners of war

One by one, members of the Rancho High School color guard placed a red rose onto a white and blue wreath on Friday at Nellis Air Force Base — each representing a Nevadan listed as missing in action in U.S. military conflicts.

Two flown to UMC after U.S. Highway 95 crash

Pahrump Valley Fire and Rescue Services, along with Mercy Air crews, maintained a very busy schedule as both agencies received numerous service calls in recent days.

Blasting near Pahrump in mountain pass could delay Las Vegas commute

Crews are going to be “blasting” starting Monday along Highway 160, in the mountain pass area, that connects Pahrump to Las Vegas, as part of a nearly two-year-long widening project. Motorists planning to travel through the area could experience long delays, periodically.

Beatty rolls to 2nd football win, Pahranagat Valley up next

It wasn’t much of a contest Thursday night as the Beatty High School football team jumped all over Mountain View Christian and rolled to a 30-0 victory in Beatty.

Jim Hartman: Politics glaringly back on chaotic display

A week-long nationally unifying tribute to Senator John McCain concluded on September 2 with his being laid to rest at the U.S. Naval Academy. McCain was honored both as military hero and public servant champion of bipartisan causes.

List: Nye County school menu

Nye County School District elementary menu for the week of Sept. 24 – Sept. 28:

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 $7 million.

VA Town Hall meeting set for Pahrump area veterans

Officials with the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System will host a Veterans Town Hall meeting from 1 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at the Pahrump Community Library, 701 East St.

NHP plans stepped-up enforcement

During Thursday’s event in an area known for frequent crashes, troopers will enforce traffic laws and issuing citations accordingly, focusing on speed infractions in construction zones, unsafe passing and following too closely.

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