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Bill gives Energy Department employees whistleblower protection

A new bill co-sponsored by Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nev., would extend whistleblower protection to employees of the Energy Department and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Trump: I want alternatives to Yucca Mountain

President Donald Trump said on Twitter Thursday that he has listened to Nevadans’ concerns on Yucca Mountain as a nuclear waste facility and is committed to find alternatives.

It’s the season of outdoor conventions and banquets

This is the season of conservation conventions and banquets. You’ve been reading about some of those in this column. They are a great chance to get together with friends, old and new. It offers an opportunity to visit with fellow hunters and conservationists from around the world, discuss new equipment, trends, government policies and the changing state, national and international regulations, and the food is always great.

Nye County Commission focuses on Ishani Ridge bond monies

After approving the acceptance of a bond payment for the uncompleted Ishani Ridge subdivision in Pahrump, the Nye County Commission followed up with an agenda item delineating the exact fund into which that money will be deposited.

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Petition proposes open primaries in Nevada

Republican state Sen. Ben Kieckhefer, R-Reno, wants to open Nevada’s primary elections up to all candidates and voters, regardless of party affiliation.

UNLV, UNR earn national recognition for community engagement

Nevada’s two public universities have both been recognized with the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement for the first time.

DIVAS ON A DIME: Make your own macarons for Valentine’s Day

Next Friday is Valentine’s Day! Any day we spoil our sweethearts with sweet treats is a great day in my world. One of the most Instagram worthy, special occasion cookies, is the French macaron.

PAC art sale fundraiser to help make up for lost funds

The Pahrump Arts Council has recently experienced some difficult times, with a former president of the organization arrested on suspicion of embezzlement in early January of this year.

K-7 owners now offer family matinees

After its Dec. 13, 2019 grand opening, the owners of Pahrump’s Pizza and Theater Night at K-7 Bed and Breakfast have broadened their business to include a new afternoon family matinee show, beginning on Saturday, Feb. 8.

Flood map workshop in Pahrump sees swell of concerns

Pending changes to the federal Flood Insurance Rate Map brought over 100 Pahrump residents to a workshop on the subject, many of whom were obviously angered by the fact that their homes were being added into a high-risk flood hazard area, resulting in the need for those with federally-backed mortgages to purchase flood insurance.

Rallies spotlight impeachment process

Pahrump resident Gary Marchinke said he kneels for the cross and stands for the flag. But on Wednesday afternoon Feb. 5, Marchinke was pounding the pavement for roughly two hours at the corner of Highways 160 and 372, with a banner in hand in support of President Donald Trump’s impeachment acquittal, courtesy of Republicans in the U.S. Senate.

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