Pahrump man charged with sexually assaulting girl

Social workers informed the sheriff’s office of the suspected abuse more than 3 months before the arrest.

Trojans get back on track with win over Falcons

The Trojans came into the game on a 5-game losing streak. Their last win came against the Red Valley Miners in the Bullhead Shootout tournament in December.

2023 Crab Fest tickets are selling fast — here’s how to get them

In the dry desert environment of Pahrump, opportunities to feast on fresh seafood are few and far between but this February, those with a taste for succulent crab can do just that during the 2023 Crab Fest.

Animal advocate Dave Stevens’ memory honored with plaque at new shelter

“Dave Stevens, Pahrump citizen, heavy taxpayer!” This was the emphatic introduction that the late Dave Stevens used to give before launching into public comment at meetings of the Nye County Commission.

PHOTOS: Pahrump’s Desert Squares are keeping an old tradition alive

Those who took advantage of free square-dancing lessons at the Bob Ruud Community Center this month were coached through the basics of a do-si-do, promenade, sashay and more by caller Ned Newberg and the club’s more experienced dancers.

Ruling: Miners violated BLM regulations near site of protected flower

Conservationists from the Center for Biological Diversity were monitoring the site where Tiehm’s buckwheat grows on Dec. 26, 2022, when they reportedly discovered a staging area for Ioneer’s drilling operations with a truck, water tanks and materials near the newly protected critical habitat for Tiehm’s buckwheat.

Training will help Nye County add more foster parents

Patricipants will hear from judges, social workers, birth parents, former foster children and other stakeholders about the need for more foster homes in the county.

Lady Trojans coach closing in on 600th career win

Pahrump Valley girls basketball head coach Bob Hopkins is closing in on his 600th career win for the Trojans.

NCSO: Man dragged woman with car

A Pahrump man is facing assault charges after he allegedly dragged a woman with a car.

Trojans take home first place at Bonanza tournament

The tournament featured 14 schools from throughout Southern Nevada. Of the teams in the tournament, two schools participate in the 5A division, six schools in the 4A division, three schools in the 3A division and three schools compete in the 2A division.

DMV adds kiosk at Pahrump Albertsons

The kiosk can process vehicle registration renewals and duplicate registrations and print decals and other docs on the spot.

Fencing erected to protectNye County’s rare dune beetles

Bureau of Land Management officials are placing protective buck-and-rail fencing on the north side of Big Dune to protect the densest population of Giuliani’s Dune Scarab.

Soroptimist club making a difference year round

In March of 2006, Soroptimist International of Pahrump Valley was formed and over the nearly 17 years that the group has been operating locally, it has been able to have a profound impact on the lives of hundreds of others who call the area home.

Cole Venturo: PVHS football and wrestling standout

He has gone through more than most people do in a lifetime, but one thing is for certain: Cole Venturo can overcome some of life’s biggest obstacles.

3 crashes under investigation

Fire Chief Scott Lewis said the driver of a white sedan left the roadway and crashed on top of a large dirt embankment and subsequently fled the scene prior to the arrival of first responders.

DON’T MISS: Multi-media art collection at Beatty Museum

A special collection entitled “Meaning is Always Here” will be on loan from the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art in Las Vegas through Jan. 27.

PAHRUMP | What’s going on?

A list of upcoming events in the area to help you plan the weeks ahead.

PHOTOS: Pahrump shows support for law enforcement

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day was Monday, Jan. 9 and the Nye County Sheriff’s Office celebrated with an event intended to highlight support for the department’s deputies and officers.

EDITORIAL: The PERS crisis no one is talking about

The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada is doing so poorly that officials want to underfund it to avoid a spike in contribution rates. Not great.

Muckers defeat Panthers in league opener

The Muckers’ game against the Panthers was their first action on the court since mid-December when they defeated the Beatty Hornets in the Kody Beach Memorial tournament.