Boulder City boys basketball wins appeal to play in playoffs

The Boulder City boys basketball team won its appeal Monday afternoon after the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association originally ruled it would have to forfeit 16 games for using an ineligible player.

Beatty looking to make a run in 1A playoffs

The Beatty High School boys basketball begin their 1A Central League playoff run on Friday with a meeting against the Mineral County Serpents.

Pahrump Valley set to host regional championship

Head coach Bob Hopkins and the rest of the Pahrump Valley High School girls basketball team clinched their spot in the Nevada 3A state tournament next week following their 36-17 victory over the Virgin Valley Bulldogs on Wednesday night.

County ok’s $950,000 in loans, grants for Tonopah hospital tear down

After many years of financial strife, in 2015 the Nye Regional Medical Center in Tonopah officially shut its doors to the public, leaving the community and surrounding areas hours away from the nearest hospital. Although some medical services have since returned, community members all agree it is not enough and the Northern Nye County Hospital District has been doing all it can to remedy the problem.

Beatty Advisory Board makes its voice heard

Many of the Beatty Town Advisory Board’s actions of late have consisted of drafting and sending letters in support of or against proposals or projects possibly affecting the community.

Republican fundraiser brings in $6K for student scholarships.

The evening of Saturday, Feb. 11 was a very exciting one for the members of the Pahrump Valley Republican Women as they played host to one of the valley’s largest political events of the year, the annual Lincoln Day Dinner.

Dairy Queen robbery suspect captured

Nye County Sheriff’s Office detectives have arrested a man positively identified as the alleged suspect responsible for the robbery of the Dairy Queen on Sunday morning.

Popular highway in Death Valley reopens

Following last summer’s historic rainfall, day-to-day travels in and around Death Valley National Park are returning to normal.

County to reopen ARPA Small Business Grants, open Premium Pay program

Nye County Contracts and Grants Manager Stephani Elliott gave an update on the status of the county’s American Rescue Plan Act, or ARPA, Small Business Grant program this month, telling Nye County commissioners that thus far the program is going quite well.

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The Sims take doubles event at Pahrump Nugget

The Sims, Cindy and Gordon, took home first place in the 500 Club’s bowling event on Saturday at the Pahrump Nugget bowling center.

Benedict, Hanks bros medal at state tournament

Wrestling teams from across the state traveled to the Winnemucca Events Center for the Nevada state wrestling tournaments over the weekend where the 2A, 3A and 5A state champions were crowned.

NCSO: Suspect tries to distract deputy during investigation

While on routine patrol just before 11:20 p.m., on Feb. 7, Nye County Sheriff’s Office Deputy James Ramos thought it was odd that a man was just standing on the easement of the roadway along Leslie Street and West Vondell Drive.

Armed man robs Dairy Queen

The search continues for the man accused of an armed robbery of a local business on Sunday morning, Feb. 12.

County breaks down just how Basin Ave construction will be phased

With electronic notification boards in place and bright orange traffic cones lining the roadway, it’s hard to miss the fact that Basin Avenue is currently under construction, leaving many motorists wondering just how long they will have to deal with the associated delays.

Anniversary celebration and ‘sip-and-learn’ set for Inspirations

In March of 2013, Inspirations Senior Living officially opened its doors in the Pahrump Valley, bringing a host of living options for the area’s aging population, and over the last decade, it has become well-known fixture of the community.

Student rodeo returns to Pahrump

Here’s what to know about the 3-day annual event at McCullough Arena in Petrack Park.

Hornets holding off Muckers for last 1A Central playoff spot

The Beatty High School boys basketball team is hanging on for dear life to the fourth and final playoff spot in the 1A Central League as the regular season comes to a close this week.

Pahrump man arrested for pooping in public

Deputy Landen Rowland responded to the area of Pahrump Valley Boulevard and East Street after dispatchers received several calls about a man pooping on the side of the road just after 2:30 p.m., on Feb. 7, according to a Nye County Sheriff’s Office arrest report.

Pahrump assemblyman’s proposal would require ID to vote in Nevada

“We need to show an ID to buy alcohol, to buy cigarettes, to go into a federal courthouse or fly on a plane. Those are just a few examples of things you need an ID for, so why shouldn’t you need to show an ID to vote?” says Nevada Assemblyman Greg Hafen II (R-Pahrump).

Boys and Girls Club organizing in Tonopah

A meeting will be from 3 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 17 at Tonopah Elementary School for those interested in more information.

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4 Muckers going to state wrestling tourney in Winnemucca

Lake Mead Christian Academy was the site for the 2023 Nevada 2A Southern Regional wrestling tournament over the weekend where 98 wrestlers fought for their spot in the state tournament.