New unemployment claims drop, continuing claims up

Finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation show initial claims for unemployment insurance totaled 39,496 for the week ending April 18, down 19,145 claims from last week’s total of 58,641.

DAN SIMMONS: Discover natural adventures during forced slowdown

As I sit here in isolation, I have been thinking of what it means to the hunter, fisher or people interested in the outdoor experience and found a positive thought on isolation. Outdoor folks have always valued that quiet solitary experience, and now is a good time to pass it on.

DIVAS ON A DIME: Why whole chickens are the holy grail of cheap eats

On the quest for the ultimate in cheap eats, I go absolutely nuts over whole chickens because they’re inexpensive, about a dollar a pound, and each one can streeeaaaatch into several meals. Of course, this depends on the number of people you’re feeding and the size of their appetites.

California Lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in the Wednesday, April 22 drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $22 million.

Nye County Commission strikes down new subdivision request

A proposed development agreement for the North Canyon Homes subdivision has been shot down by the Nye County Commission but there is opportunity for the applicant, Ken Murphy, to salvage the project if he proves willing to acquiesce to the commission’s desire to see larger lot sizes incorporated into the subdivision design.

COVID-19 hits jail in Nye County

Two detention center staff members have tested positive for COVID-19.

Corrections Department turns to distance learning

The Nevada Department of Corrections is providing adult education and postsecondary education to its offenders thanks to distance learning strategies established with education providers throughout Nevada.

U.S. Chamber urges swift enactment of new funding

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce enthusiastically greeted the news Tuesday, April 21 that the administration and Congress have reached a deal to increase funding for small business owners under the CARES Act and called for swift enactment.

Remote Area Medical to return to Pahrump for fifth year

Remote Area Medical will return to the Pahrump Valley for the fifth consecutive year this October and event committee members are already deeply immersed in preparations for this large-scale free medical services clinic.

TIM BURKE: Road trip during pandemic was eye-opening ordeal

The COVID-19 pandemic and the governor’s order to self-quarantine change almost everything about our normal daily decision-making process.

NDOT touts recycling efforts on Earth Day

The Nevada Department of Transportation marked Earth Day’s 50th anniversary by outlining the many efforts the agency makes in the areas of conservation and recycling.