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A big weekend for Sleep in Heavenly Peace

With a fantastic fundraiser hosted by the Pahrump Elks Lodge #2796 and an incredible, record-setting turnout for its Bunks Across America initiative, September was certainly a big month for Nye County Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP).

‘Nuisance fires’ investigated

Officials are hoping area residents will keep vigilant for suspicious individuals or activity.

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Gun bills moving through state Legislature

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Senate on Monday passed legislation prohibiting domestic violence abusers from possessing guns and making it easier for gun owners in other states to carry a concealed weapon in Nevada.

District discusses likely water fight

Nye County may be preparing for a legal fight over state legislation currently making its way through Carson City.

Nitrates exceeding EPA standards detected in Nye water

Some wells tested by federal officials returned higher-than-normal levels of nitrates exceeding safe drinking water standards.

Legislative committee to examine water bills this week

Three water bills that could have significant impact on water users in Nye County and statewide if passed are scheduled to be brought before Nevada legislative committees this week.

2 for 1: Water district adopts conservation resolution

The Nye County Water District adopted a non-binding resolution on March 23 requiring new commercial or industrial businesses located within the boundaries of the Pahrump Basin to file a water mitigation and conservation plan prior to development.

Hardy’s proposal for Yucca jolts Nevada

WASHINGTON — A call for Nevada to begin talks with the federal government over Yucca Mountain re-awakened strong feelings on Sunday over the prospects of burying high-level nuclear waste in the state.

Man arrested on forgery and burglary charges

A Pahrump man was arrested Friday on several charges including forgery and burglary, according to Nye County Sheriff’s Office.

Hardy calls for Nevada to explore Yucca

WASHINGTON — Nevada should open an “honest discussion” with the federal government over burying nuclear waste at Yucca Mountain to determine if citizens might want it and what benefits the state might obtain for hosting it, according to Rep. Cresent Hardy.

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