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RPC suggests easing rules on guest residences

Amputee Kevin Simpson Sr. sat in his wheelchair Wednesday evening waiting for the Pahrump Regional Planning Commission to recommend changes to Nye County Code that will allow his son to build him a guest cottage behind his home at 3941 N. Blagg Rd.

Attorney warns town could face lawsuit over Kingdom deal

Town attorney Bret Meich disclosed in no uncertain terms on Tuesday evening that the Town of Pahrump has no legal authority to annex or de-annex property.

Fireworks bill, wild horses on county agenda

Amendments to the Nye County Code to provide for medical marijuana establishments and reducing the boundaries of the Pahrump Regional Planning District aren’t the only items of importance when Nye County Commissioners meet at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the commissioner’s chambers, 2160 E. Calvada Blvd. in Pahrump.

Board asks staff to shop for new Bob Ruud signage

It remains to be seen whether the Bob Ruud Community Center marquee will be replaced with a new digital design later this year.

DA’s Report

• Lawrence Raymond Morse was charged on Jan. 27 with assault with a deadly weapon and domestic battery.

Becht returns to run for sheriff, sits for Q&A

Former Nye County Sheriff’s Capt. Bill Becht announced his intention this week to run for the open sheriff’s seat in the upcoming primary election.

Digital display mulled for Bob Ruud Center

Constructed in the 1960s, the Bob Ruud Community Center is one of the oldest public buildings in town.

Chinese restaurant takes on huge expansion

Again, there is movement on Highway 160. Large earth moving equipment is making way for the foundation for not a new business, but an expanding business.

Husted named small utility CEO of year

Valley Electric Association, Inc. announced this week Chief Executive Officer Tom Husted has been named the 2013 Small Utility CEO of the Year by Electric Light &Power, a nationwide energy trade publication. The award recognizes VEA’s rapid expansion and significant community contributions under Husted’s leadership.

Latest drug arrests share common thread: child victims

Nye County Sheriff’s deputies arrested eight people during the last week following drug investigations of four unrelated cases involving narcotics and the welfare of several small children.

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