Longtime NHP sergeant bids farewell

Since 1995, Nevada Highway Patrol’s Carlos Rivera has logged countless hours patrolling the highways in Nye County.

Nye County set to launch COVID-19 grant program for small businesses

Earlier this summer, notice was received that more than $8 million in federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act funding had been allocated for use and distribution by Nye County and, following the development of its CARES Act funding policy, the county is ready to launch its first grant program to put those dollars to work.

DIVAS ON A DIME: A make-ahead salad that’s perfect for Labor Day

For a year that feels like it’s been going on forever, how can it possibly be Labor Day already? Yet, here we are! I’ve been feeling nostalgic lately and this old recipe has been on my mind. So, I thought I’d share.

California Lottery

No one matched all five numbers and the mega number in the Wednesday, Sept. 2 drawing of the California Super Lotto. The next jackpot will be at least $20 million.

Tom Rysinski: Sports, social movements have long history together

Perhaps you have heard the phrase, “Shut up and dribble” aimed at NBA players who refused to play last week in protest of police brutality and systemic racism after the shooting of Jacob Blake, but there is nothing new about mixing sports and movements for social justice.

State’s initial unemployment claims increase 18.3% in week

Finalized data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation shows initial claims for unemployment insurance totaled 18,390 for the week ending July 25, up 2,842 claims or 18.3%, compared to last week’s total of 15,548 claims. This is the fifth straight week of increases in regular initial claims.

Cooperative extension, 4H in Nye County continue to move forward amid COVID-19

Officials with the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension provided the Nye County Commission with a quarterly report regarding its operations and its budget for the next 12 months, which includes county-provided funding, during the commission’s July 21 meeting.

IRS proposes regulations for small business accounting

The Internal Revenue Service proposed regulations at the end of July to adopt simplified tax accounting rules for small businesses under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Nevada Health Response notes COVID-19 cases exceed 52,000

COVID-19 Response Director Caleb Cage and Deputy Administrator of Community Health Services Julia Peek provided the update during a teleconference designed to disseminate information on outbreak statistics. The Nevada Health Response website can be accessed 24 hours a day.

US House committee paves way for 850K acres for Air Force expansion in Nevada

The Democrat-led House Armed Services Committee approved an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that proposing to give the U.S. Air Force over 850,000 acres currently managed as Desert National Wildlife Refuge, according to the press release by the Center for Biological Diversity.

Ford warns against utility imposter scams

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford on Friday advised Nevadans to watch out for utility imposter phone scams as local businesses reopen.

Sisolak approves plan for tests, labs, contact tracing

Gov. Steve Sisolak on Monday, June 1 announced the approval of a comprehensive community-based testing, laboratory analysis and contact tracing plan to support efforts to reopen Nevada’s economy.

Study shows record high rates of food insecurity

One in three children will experience food insecurity this year because of the COVID-19, according to the annual Map the Meal Gap study released Tuesday by Three Square Food Bank.

New NCSO smartphone app up and running

The Nye County Sheriff’s Office has rolled out a smartphone application designed to keep the community informed on law enforcement and first responder activities throughout the county.

Sisolak adjusts travel guidelines during Phase 2

On the first official day of Phase 2, Gov. Steve Sisolak on Friday, May 29 adjusted a previous travel advisory for the state of Nevada effective immediately.

UNLV aims for combination of remote, in-person classes

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, plans in-person instruction for the fall semester but also will offer more remote course offerings to “reduce population density and minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission on our campuses,” Chris Heavey, UNLV’s interim executive vice president and provost wrote in a May 28 letter to students.

Greatful local family receives free beds

Thanks to the efforts of a local non-profit organization, two Pahrump youngsters will no longer have to sleep on the floor of their home.

GARY OWEN: Steer clear of COVID-19 scams with some helpful tips

The coronavirus has put a financial strain on many families and businesses. The government, financial institutions and other organizations are rallying to support those in need. As more support is offered to Americans and businesses that are struggling financially, the threat of fraud is increasing.

Walmart limits number of shoppers in stores at once

Walmart and Home Depot have joined the growing list of retailers implementing policies to limit the number of customers who can be in a store at once in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Smith’s limiting purchases on cleaning, cold/flu products

Smith’s Food Drug posted a message on the Smith’s app advising that sensitization items and cold and flu items would be limited to five per order.

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