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COVID-19 outbreak reaches Nye County detention centers

For the last four months, COVID-19 has been steadily spreading throughout Nevada and though Nye County’s numbers remain low in comparison to the state as a whole, the county has certainly not escaped unscathed.

California Lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in the Wednesday, July 15 drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $24 million.

Nye County, Pahrump get ‘yellow zone’ designations

Nye County — and Pahrump specifically — are classified as “yellow zone” localities in an unpublished document prepared for the White House coronavirus task force. The document suggests counties in “yellow zones,” along with what are known as “red zones,” should roll back certain reopening measures implemented by the state.

Nye County designated disaster area due to drought

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue has notified Gov. Steve Sisolak that Nye County has been designated as a primary natural disaster area due to a recent drought.

Former member rejoins Beatty advisory board

Pending approval by the Board of County Commissioners, former Beatty Town Advisory Board member Kelly Carroll will be rejoining the board to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Rob Shirley. At their July 13 meeting, the board voted to forward his name to the BoCC for approval.

IN SEASON: Growing a dog friendly vegetable garden

Our furry companions love our gardens as much and maybe more than we do. Every morning when I am heading out to complete my garden chores, our dog is waiting by the door to join me, along with one of our cats. While I am working, they poke about and lounge in the sun.

Analysis praises Nevada’s plans to reopen schools

The Nevada Department of Education’s Path Forward Framework for a Safe, Efficient and Equitable Return to School Buildings has been recognized for its holistic approach to supporting preparations for the 2020-21 school year.

Two decisions back agency’s plans to manage populations

The Bureau of Land Management recently received two favorable decisions from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit that support the agency’s ongoing efforts to address a growing overpopulation of wild horses and burros on public lands.

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