FCC approves program for broadband assistance

The FCC voted Feb. 25 to formally adopt a report and order that establishes the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, a $3.2 billion federal initiative to provide qualifying households discounts on their internet service bills and an opportunity to receive a discount on a computer or tablet.

Inspirations receives Best of Senior Living award

Inspirations announced it has received SeniorAdvisor.com’s 2021 Best of Senior Living award, an honor bestowed to senior living communities through A Place for Mom, Inc. and determined by reviews from seniors and their families on SeniorAdvisor.com, the nation’s largest ratings and reviews site for senior care and services.

Convicted murderer given the maximum sentence

The man arrested, charged and convicted of the first degree murder of a child will spend the rest of his life in prison.

Revised COVID-19 guidance issued for nursing homes

Since the beginning of the pandemic, the Centers for Medicare &Medicaid Services has recognized that physical separation from family and other loved ones has taken a physical and emotional toll on nursing home residents and their families.

Southbound Highway 160 briefly shut down after crash

Pahrump Valley Fire and Rescue Services crews transported one person to Desert View Hospital following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 160 and Yellowhand Avenue just after 12 p.m. on Thursday, March 4.

Fugitive tries to escape custody from deputies at DVH

The fugitive facing numerous felony charges, and who was taken into custody this week, racked up additional charges a few hours after his arrest.

$1.9T COVID relief bill receives final OK

The $1.9 trillion economic recovery package was given final approval by the House on Wednesday morning along mostly a party line vote, 220-211.

Democratic Party staff resigns after progressives take over

The transformation of the Nevada State Democratic Party began in earnest this week, as a newly elected progressive slate of party officers took over an empty office with no staff or consulting contracts.

Tonopah drive-in theater in the works

In the midst of a pandemic, the idea of starting out on a new business venture is one that for many would seem daunting, if not impossible, but for Mike Truesdell of Tonopah, the advent of the novel coronavirus has actually served as an inspiration.

Letters to the Editor

Reader expresses disagreement with letter

California Lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in the Saturday, March 6 drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $27 million.

Beatty VFW plans garden to honor Dick Gardner

The Beatty VFW is planning a memory garden in honor of former Beatty Town Board Chair and Nye County Commissioner Elect Dick Gardner. Gardner was an officer and very active member of the post.

Pahrump Valley’s Varlack opens season with win in home meet

Getting back out and hitting the trails for the first time in a new season is always an exhilarating feeling for a cross country team. It was a bit extra special for Pahrump Valley High School’s team Saturday, as their meet was the first home sporting event in more than a year.

Dark skies bill moves through legislature

The Nevada Senate has recently passed a bill to form a “Dark Sky Places” program that would encourage communities around the state, including those in Nye County, to recognize and foster the growing importance of dark skies.

Grant proposal writing workshop moves online

The National Funding Foundation has announced a live and virtual professional proposal program identical to its in-person program, offering a professional grant proposal writing workshop for March 15.

Pahrump Valley Soroptimists observe 15th anniversary

Anyone wanting to know “what’s best for women,” should ask any Pahrump Valley Soroptimist Club member, and they will utter the word “Soroptimist,” which is defined as “Best for Women.”

Nevada will receive grant to boost workforce recovery

Nevada has been selected as one of the inaugural states in the Workforce Innovation Network, the National Governors Association and Cognizant U.S. Foundation announced Tuesday.

VEA candidates to meet virtually

Candidates vying for Valley Electric Association Inc.’s District 1 seat are scheduled to meet via a virtual platform on Thursday for “candidates night.”

Wild horses removed from Calvada Eye

Three wild horses at the Calvada Eye in Pahrump were rounded up and removed Tuesday because of public safety concerns.

Cleveland Clinic marks 100th anniversary

The Cleveland Clinic celebrated its 100th anniversary Feb. 26, marking the day in 1921 when four physicians hosted a ceremony in Cleveland to celebrate the opening of their group practice, unveiling a new model of care based on cooperation between clinicians.

DAN SCHINHOFEN: One year and counting

We are coming up to the one-year anniversary of the Covid-19 or SARs-2 virus and what have we learned?

Landlords oppose proposed eviction reforms

Landlords opposed a bill that would automatically seal eviction records for nonpayment of rent during the ongoing pandemic and require landlords to give some tenants longer notice for a no-cause eviction.

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