Five southern Nye schools are Shining Stars

Five southern Nye County schools are being recognized for their recent high achievements.

Nygaard, Petrie lead Pahrump Valley to region golf title

Pahrump Valley sophomore Breanne Nygaard shot an even-par 72 last Wednesday to lead the Trojans girls golf team to the Class 3A Southern Region championship in Mesquite.

Pahrump Valley routs Western, clinches league football title

As expected, the Western High School football team proved no match for Pahrump Valley, as the Trojans became the fourth team this season to post 60 points on the Warriors in a 66-0 romp Friday night at Trojan Field.

Carol Mayorga: 10 reasons to get smarter about your credit scores

Did you know that a good credit score can help with more than borrowing? A good credit score can factor into everything from getting a cell phone, buying a car, obtaining a student loan, and renting an apartment. Lenders, landlords and utility providers can all review credit reports.

Possible Nye connection to remains found in Arizona desert

The remains of a 62-year-old man whose suspicious disappearance last October prompted a Las Vegas police homicide investigation have been found in a desert area in Arizona.

Halloween spending projected at $9 billion

Once again, Americans are looking forward to splurging on their favorite candy, costumes and decorations during the Halloween season.

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 $14 million.

Celebrity auction in Pahrump assists community

The Nye County Celebrity Auction is an annual event that draws the community together for an evening of fun and laughter, all in the name of a good cause.

Pahrump resident to compete in national competition

Jonathan Bush, a local insulation installer, will use his skills to battle for the top spot in a national competition.

Nye deputies seize over $20M in illegal marijuana

The Nye County Sheriff’s Office seized more than $20 million worth of illegally grown marijuana in September in what detectives believe is the largest drug bust in Nye County history.

Dennis Hof remains on November ballot

Nevada legal brothel owner and Assembly candidate for District 36 Dennis Hof, who shook the political stage in Nye County and potentially across the state and nation, some might argue, with his win during the 2018 primaries, died Tuesday.

Elderly Pahrump man dies in house fire

A Pahrump man is dead after a fire destroyed his home last week.

Participants say Beatty VFW Poker Run keeps getting better

They trickled in, often in pairs, to VFW Strozzi Beatty Post #12108 on Saturday, overwhelmingly enthusiastic about the 51-mile off-road trip they had just completed.

Nevada brothel owner Dennis Hof has died

Political consultant Chuck Muth is reporting that brothel owner and Nevada Assembly candidate Dennis Hof has died.

Victor Joecks: A clarifying question on energy choice initiative

Talk is cheap. Leaving NV Energy isn’t. Large corporations have spent over $100 million to ditch NV Energy’s monopoly. Pass for Question 3, and you’ll have the same opportunity — with one major difference. It won’t cost you a dime.

Music and Art in the Park returns

A popular community event returns to Petrack Park on Saturday, Oct. 13.

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 $13 million.

Annual Grape Stomp showcases local winery

Other than Sunday’s gusty conditions, Pahrump Valley Winery owner Bill Loken described the annual Grape Stomp over the weekend, as “absolutely terrific.”

Sisolak lays out plan to fix Nevada health care

“Without a doubt, it’s one of our more pressing needs that we have in the state of Nevada,” Sisolak said after touring the Community Health Alliance and taking questions from health care providers and other stakeholders.

Nevada health insurance rates barely changing, on or off exchange

Nevadans buying health insurance on and outside the state marketplace will pay nearly the same prices they paid last year, the state Division of Insurance announced Tuesday.

List: Nye County school menu

Nye County School District elementary menu for the week of Oct. 15– Oct. 19

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