137 wild horses removed near Tonopah

The roundup — part of the Nevada Wildhorse Range Herd Management Area’s seasonal gathering — ended on Dec. 14, according to BLM officials.

Shop with a Cop: Foster youth treated to gift-buying spree

Christmas is known as a time of great joy but for many foster children, the holidays can be a struggle during an already difficult situation. To help infuse some of the season’s cheer into the lives of local foster youth this year, the Nye County Sheriff’s Office put on “Shop with a Cop” and the results had everyone involved grinning from ear to ear.

 
Pahrump casinos could see re-investment from gaming deal, execs say

Golden Entertainment Inc. plans to use proceeds of a multi-million dollar gaming deal to enhance its commercial gaming operations in Pahrump, according to Blake Sartini II, executive vice president of operations for Golden and son of its CEO Blake Sartini.

PHOTOS: Winter Wonder-Slam

The first-of-its kind event in Pahrump was part professional wrestling, part Christmas and free fun for the whole family. Organizers estimated about 1,000 attended the inaugural Wonder-Slam.

PHOTOS: Wild horses come home for the holidays

The wild horse herds that were removed from the Pahrump Valley earlier this year are finally home, and just in time for Christmas. Here’s how the community came together and made it happen.

How to get involved with former Test Site’s clean-up

The decades of nuclear weapons testing at what was once known as the Nevada Test Site has left a legacy of concern and cleanup activities at the site are key to minimizing the impact of the resulting contamination. Public involvement is also imperative and the Nevada Site Specific Advisory Board is currently seeking new members to help guide future cleanup efforts.

Holiday concert showcases the return of music education in Beatty schools

BEATTY — Beatty Principal Steven Sullivan said it was wonderful to hear the inevitable “scratches and squeaks” as he introduced student musicians ahead of the school’s holiday concert.

REMEMBERING SHERIFF SHARON WEHRLY

Former sheriff was an advocate for Nye County. A public memorial service is pending.

Community Christmas Dinner set for Dec. 23

Christmas is just around the corner and it’s all hands on deck for the Pahrump Holiday Task Force as the nonprofit prepares to celebrate the season with the entire community.

NCSO deputy extolled for community services

A Nye County Sheriff’s Office deputy was recently lauded for her community efforts going above and beyond her typical call of duty.

Lawsuits filed to block Nevada redistricting ballot initiatives

Lawsuits were filed Thursday in District Court to block ballot initiatives that would create an independent redistricting commission and redraw the maps.

A night of cookies with Santa

This past Saturday, the valley was invited to enjoy some cookies with Santa and dozens of families turned out for an evening filled with festive fun.

Death Valley roads reopen months after storms

Park officials at Death Valley this week announced that 60 additional miles of backcountry roads in the southern end of the national park are now open.

UNLV students, staff find solace at NFR morning go-round

UNLV freshman Ty Huel said walking to the Thomas & Mack Center to watch the NFR was like “walking through Mandalay Bay with the Oct. 1 shooting that happened.”

Beatty Advisory Board backs playground upgrades

The Beatty Town Advisory Board passed a proposal to grant money for a new playground structure.

Brownfields training sees 61 graduates

Armed with a host of newly acquired knowledge, the brownfields graduates now have the skills necessary to seek out and secure careers in the green-jobs sector.

Here’s how much you should tip casino workers

While some visitors for Formula One didn’t tip particularly well when in Las Vegas, it may be because they don’t know how much to pay. Here’s a guide on the best tipping practices.

California lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in the Saturday, December 9 drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $22 million.

Lady Trojans trounce Chaparral

The Pahrump Lady Trojans basketball team thoroughly steamrolled Chaparral with a 54-3 score in a home game Thursday night.

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