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No more squatting – new law targets homeless on vacant, private property

Nye County McGill said the purpose of the new code is to authorize the sheriff’s office to make contact with people occupying vacant private property or a property with a vacant building and demand to see a lease agreement.

VEA names new CEO

Hamlin will return to Pahrump for his first day as CEO of the co-op on Dec. 9.

Jury finds Michele Fiore guilty on federal wire fraud charges

Former Las Vegas City Councilwoman Michele Fiore was accused of using donations meant for a statue of a fallen police officer on her personal expenses.

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Pets frightened by fireworks end up at area animal shelter

Desert Haven Animal Society Manager Marla Greanya got what she expected on Tuesday – an influx of frightened pets who tried to escape the rockets’ red glare and bombs bursting in air on the evening of the Fourth of July.

Cooperative Extension to continue providing services

The public relations official for the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension wants the community to know that despite funding cuts, the agency plans to continue providing educational services to both Pahrump and Tonopah.

Veteran finds comfort, companion at animal shelter

When Pahrump retired Navy veteran Dennis “Doc” Watkins lost a longtime friend and companion recently, his life was not the same.

Storm knocks out power, increases emergency calls

A storm that dropped record-setting rain on the valley knocked out power in portions of town and gave emergency crews plenty to deal with late last week.

Elementary, middle school teachers looking for modified hours

Teachers at Pahrump Valley High School are able to alternate their school schedule at the end of each semester to allow them to conclude grading and finalize report cards. A group of teachers at a local elementary are questioning why they can’t do the same.

DVH to host annual back to school fair July 16

As most school-aged children are in the middle of their summer break, heading back to class is probably the furthest thing from their minds, but to ensure all Pahrump area students are ready for the new school year, Desert View Hospital is set to host its annual back to school fair.

Storm knocks out power, damages roads in Death Valley

DEATH VALLEY N.P. — A strong summer storm disrupted activities at Death Valley National Park last week, as damaged roads and power outages brought the popular tourist destination to a temporary halt.

Death Valley sees hottest June on record

DEATH VALLEY N.P. — When an area sees record-breaking heat numbers it usually catches one’s eye, but when the place setting records is the hottest place on Earth that’s a whole other story.

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