USDA adds $1 million for loans to rural businesses

Nevada State Rural Development Director Phil Cowee announced the agency will invest another $1 million to recapitalize small business lending in rural Nevada through a long-term, low interest loan to the Rural Nevada Development Corporation, a nonprofit alternative lender.

Nevada firefighter recognized for actions during wildfires

Nevada National Security Site firefighter Michael Porter, who led a Nevada search and rescue team that was deployed Sept. 12-21 to Oregon to fight the state’s wildfires, was honored by the Clark County Commission on Tuesday.

Land speed record for a production car attempt planned near Pahrump

The Nevada Department of Transportation announced the possible delays along Highway 160, between Las Vegas and Pahrump, on Saturday and Sunday, due to a group shooting for a world speed record attempt for a production car.

Pahrump Valley Winery fined $8,501 by OSHA

The Pahrump Valley Winery was fined by the state of Nevada for its recent hosting of a “Make America Great Again” event that featured Eric Trump, son of President Donald Trump, which drew dozens to the outdoor affair.

UNR Extension offers free class on pruning

The University of Nevada, Reno Extension is offering “Advanced Pruning Concepts” noon-1 p.m. Oct. 14 as part of the Green Industry Continuing Education Series. The class will be held at the Extension office at 4955 Energy Way in Reno and via Zoom.

Nevada Dems launch Tagalog voter protection hotline 

The Nevada State Democratic Party has launched a voter protection hotline to motivate Asian American and Pacific Islanders to execute their right to suffrage for the oncoming elections. This is a novel approach to help minority groups to gain confidence during the election period. The Nevada Victory team’s efforts are to reach the diverse electorate […]

Help for small businesses focus of Extension programs

Approaching the year’s final quarter, many small businesses across the state are still in need of COVID-19 relief funds, and each month there are new grant opportunities. University of Nevada, Reno Extension continues its online town hall and webinar series this week to assist small-business owners, with Wednesday’s town hall providing information on nine different small-business grant and loan programs. Participants will learn about what assistance the programs provide, the program deadlines, who qualifies, and how to apply.

Return of open houses supported by state organization

Nevada Realtors issued a statement supporting Gov. Steve Sisolak’s directive allowing the practice of showing vacant and occupied homes to potential buyers through in-person showings and open houses, which started on Oct. 1.

Local elementary school gifted with educational materials

Faculty members at Mt. Charleston Pre-K Elementary School are cheering members of the Pahrump Rotary Club for a recent donation of educational materials.

Sisolak loosens restrictions on youth, recreational sports

Gov. Steve Sisolak on Friday announced that he will be issuing an Emergency Directive lifting restrictions on youth and adult sports and adjusting the COVID-19 statewide guidance on sports.

Two sentenced to prison in murder of fellow inmate

The sentences for two Las Vegas residents who pleaded guilty in the 2016 murder of a fellow inmate at High Desert State Prison were announced Friday by Attorney General Aaron Ford.

Long-term care ombudsmen resume visits to facilities

Nevada’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program resumed on-site visits to facilities Oct. 1 after seven months of precautionary restrictions during the ongoing COVID-19 emergency.

Pahrump Fairgrounds benefits from community block grants

Rural Nevada will receive $3,273,974 in Community Development Block Grant funding, including $550,000 in Pahrump, through a federal program administered by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development.

State retailers expect $128.7 million in Halloween spending

Nevada consumers are projected to spend $128.7 million on scary decorations, elaborate costumes and sugary sweets to celebrate Halloween, according to estimates by the Retail Association of Nevada.

Online DMV license renewal available ahead of schedule

Most Nevadans with driver’s licenses or identifications cards that expired during the COVID-19 pandemic are now eligible to renew online at the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles website, dmvnv.com.

Sisolak staffer in Carson tests positive for COVID-19

A member of Gov. Steve Sisolak’s staff based in the capitol office in Carson City has received a positive diagnostic test for COVID-19 after developing symptoms over this past weekend.

Sisolak to announce update of restrictions on recreational sports

Gov. Steve Sisolak will hold a press conference at 1 p.m. today to provide an update on Nevada’s COVID-19 response efforts and adjustments to existing restrictions on youth and adult recreation sports.

Crosswalk construction commences Monday

Pahrump residents, visitors and motorists take note: construction on the valley’s newest crosswalk is set to commence on Monday, Oct. 5 and continue throughout the remainder of the year, with the completion date planned for the end of December.

Peaceful Protest set for Saturday in Pahrump

As the COVID-19 pandemic stretches into its seventh month in the Silver State and mandates and restrictions continue to impact everyday life, those in favor of the freedom to make their own health and safety choices continue to push for a full reopening of the state and economy. Protests and rallies have become part of the “new normal” as people all around Nevada strive to make their opinions heard and Pahrump, a predominantly conservative community, is certainly no exception.

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