Teachers union declines to make endorsement in race for governor

The largest teachers union in Nevada announced that it would not make an endorsement in the gubernatorial race between Gov. Steve Sisolak and Sheriff Joe Lombardo.

One killed in two-vehicle crash on Bourbon Street

“One car was on top of another parked car and the car was resting on its passenger side. Crews arrived on location and completed scene size-up and confirmed the accident as described,” the fire chief said.

Trojans win first home game of the season

The Trojans took a 14-0 lead into halftime after Austin Sandoval ran in a two-yard touchdown. The play was set up after a 28-yard diving catch by Venturo on third and 10 to put the Pahrump Valley offense just outside the goal line.

NSHPA holds Fall Fling event in Las Vegas

Tom Grose won the Nevada State Horseshoe Pitching Association’s event held in Las Vegas over the weekend.

Long-shuttered Cottontail Ranch brothel burns down

Cottontail Ranch, north of Pahrump, burned down Monday morning. The brothel had a rumored tie to reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes.

Beatty forms Lions Club

Brianna De La Mora was installed as president, with Lacey Cordova as vice-president, Ernest Childress as secretary, Amanda Swisegood treasurer and Michael Watkins as board member.

A staple in the local drama community, Audra Duvall set to direct PVHS students

Pahrump Valley’s new drama teacher Audra Duvall is a mother of two PVHS students and has been involved in drama in one way or another since 2000. She’s won multiple awards and comes with a plethora of background knowledge.

Recreation trails near Beatty will be lost to mining operations

Jim Wickens, vice president of operations for Augusta Gold Corp., filled the board in on plans for the CR Reward mine about 7 miles south of Beatty and the Bullfrog mine, located next to Rhyolite Ghost Town.

Nevada soldiers get new firing range

The new range at the Hawthorne Army Depot will prevent soldiers from having to travel out of state for firearms qualifications.

McKenna Cunningham named Miss Pahrump 2022

A dozen girls competed in the 46th annual pageant at Saddle West hotel and casino. Here are the results:

Pahrump woman starts business to help female entrepreneurs

Woman-Owned Woman-Led Pahrump’s founder aims offers a hand-up — not a hand-out — to build a strong and capable community of women business leaders.

Tonopah students explore job opportunities

The University of Nevada Reno (UNR) Extension and Tonopah High School partnered to host a Career Day at Tonopah High School on Thursday, April 7. Employers and colleges around the county and state were represented by 75 professionals at 28 tables.

 
Staffing crisis at area hospitals continues

An increasing number of sick employees and an continuing rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations have extended a staffing crisis in Southern Nevada hospitals for a second week.

Judges alarmed after commissioners allow guns at court complex

Judges are expressing concerns about safety after Nye County commissioners voted last month to allow weapons in most areas of the region’s courthouses.

Gruden out, Bisaccia in as head coach of Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders’ head coach, Jon Gruden, has resigned from his position effective Monday evening.

Tonopah cruises to victory over Round Mountain

The Tonopah Muckers won in smashing fashion on Friday, 74-42, when they hosted the Knights of Round Mountain.

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