Maurer announces early retirement from VEA board

Longtime board member for Valley Electric Association John Maurer announced retirement from his position just three weeks before his term is set to expire—citing family health issues for his departure.

Pahrump’s Mountain Falls Blvd. road construction comes to completion

Road construction on Mountain Falls Boulevard has been taking place intermittently over the past few months, with the stretch of street extending from Nevada Highway 160 into the master planned community the subject of a cone zone off and on for several weeks.

Road repairs: DuraPatcher is at work in Pahrump

With road conditions always in the forefront of area residents’ minds, Nye County Public Works was excited to announce that the county’s recently purchased DuraPatcher was set to be brought down from the northern portion of the county to the Pahrump Valley this month.

Plan to use Sourdough Spring approved

DEATH VALLEY — The National Park Service has approved a plan of operations that includes diversion and use of up to 470 gallons of water per day from Sourdough Spring, within Death Valley National Park, for use at a mine outside the park.

Dennis Myers: The little things help build the Democratic brand

Years ago, John McLaughlin – a Catholic priest who was an aide to President Richard Nixon and then became famous as the host of public broadcasting’s McLaughlin Group – produced one show on which one of the topics was an extended discussion of how big toilet tanks should be.

Nye Sheriff’s office warns of phone scam

If you receive a phone call from a person claiming to be a representative of Pahrump’s Affiliated Therapy, looking to collect a payment, the Nye County Sheriff’s Office says it is a scam.

California Lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in the Saturday, April 13 drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $36 million.

List: Nye County school menu

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

Tim Burke: Responsible growth is possible for Pahrump

New retail stores, restaurants, and entertainment options are high on the list of desired services for many Pahrump residents.

Pahrump quilt show features fantastic fiber arts

Eye-catching color, dazzling designs and intricate handiwork were on full display during the 2019 Pins and Needles Quilt Show, hosted by the Shadow Mountain Quilters.

Prom Closet offers free, new formal wear in Pahrump

With the 2019 Pahrump Valley High School prom less than a month away, students who plan on attending will have the opportunity to “dress to the nines” courtesy of a special program, dubbed “Prom Closet.”

California Lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in the Wednesday, April 10 drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $35 million.

Pahrump brothel faces lawsuit over pay for sex workers

Two former sex workers filed a class-action lawsuit last week against Sheri’s Ranch near Pahrump, claiming that the brothel should have treated them and other women as employees instead of independent contractors.

Kona Ice offering free treats at Pahrump’s VFW Post

As parts of the upper Midwest are getting pounded with upward of two feet of snow and below-freezing temperatures courtesy of Mother Nature, residents in Pahrump can look forward to chilling out a different way on Monday, April 15, with a free frosty treat courtesy of the folks at Kona Ice.

Divas on a Dime: Easy hummus recipe tastes better than store-bought

This recipe makes the creamiest, fluffiest and velvety hummus, ever. In my humble opinion, this tops any grocery store hummus. But because I cheat, you can make this, easily and inexpensively, anytime!

Family Dollar fire code compliance history shaky in Nye County

Several Family Dollar locations in Nye County have fallen out of compliance with state fire codes over the last several months with the most recent issues occurring in Tonopah.

Pahrump’s Veterans Memorial chosen for Tour of Honor

The town of Pahrump is readying to see an increase in motorcyclists traveling through the area and stopping at the Chief Tecopa Cemetery, all as part of a nationwide initiative titled the Tour of Honor.

Nye County pursuing $950k loan for year-two fleet program

In April 2018, the Nye County Commission approved the initiation of a new fleet vehicle program with the goal of consolidation and updating its aging automobiles and the program is now nearing its second year.

Rush is on as tax deadline approaches

Changes in the tax code for 2018 have made many question what it means for filing tax forms this year—as the filing deadline winds down for taxpayers. Experts from area tax preparation companies and other programs have, and continue to, work to assist locals in filing their 2018 federal income tax returns.