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Valley’s ladies treated to the Women’s Expo

Soroptimist International has one main mission – ensuring women and girls can access the resources and opportunities they need to be able to reach their full potential and live their very best lives.

Pahrump Taco Fest making a comeback

Taco-lovers rejoice, the Pahrump Taco Fest is making its return after several years’ hiatus. This June, the Calvada Eye will be overrun with competitors all hoping to score the title of best taco-maker in town and foodies will definitely not want to miss out.

More than two dozen animals rescued from Pahrump home

More than two dozen animals living under what’s described as “horrendous conditions” were recently rescued after being discovered by Nye County Animal Control officers at a Pahrump home.

Two children flown to trauma after crash

Pahrump’s Mercy Air transported two children to UMC Trauma in Las Vegas following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 160 and Mesquite Avenue on Friday, April 12.

GALLERY: How Pahrump celebrated Earth-Arbor Day

Earth Day and Arbor Day are two dates set aside for the express purpose of celebrating the planet while educating the public about the importance of preserving the environment and this past Saturday, the Pahrump community was treated to a festival in honor of these holidays.

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$350,000 grant to fund Tonopah drug court

Nye County’s Board of Commissioners approved a $350,000 grant this month from the United States Department of Justice to open an Adult Drug Court program in Tonopah.

Old bar gets a facelift, reopens

A local institution has been resurrected with a new look, a new name and an updated plan.

Southern Nevada eyed for geothermal potential

Geothermal energy has been more commonly associated with northern Nevada, in Churchill and Pershing counties, but the power of steam, a more cost-efficient renewable energy resource than solar or wind, could be harvested in the southern part of the state as well, according to Karl Gawell, executive director of the Geothermal Energy Association.

DVH offers free breast cancer class

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Desert View Hospital will host a free class this week to educate the public on the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and the importance of receiving yearly mammograms after the age of 40.

Matson denies fault in Packagegate

Nye County’s embattled tax assessor blasted county officials Monday with claims of harassment and renewed attempts by them to embarrass her into leaving office.

NNSS preparing for shutdown

The Nevada National Security Administration is beginning to put facilities into minimal status due to the government shutdown in Washington, D.C.

Amargosa effort to recall Bosta fails

A recall attempt against Amargosa Valley town board member John Bosta failed last week.

Basin-wide utility would face political hurdles

Discussions about water planning often arouse fears among Pahrump residents of having to cap wells and hook up to a single utility some day.

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