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These hikers braved the 34-mile ‘Silver Peak or Bust’ annual trek

Lighting the way to McAfee Pass a waning moon led 21 locals the 10.7 miles that climb almost 3,000 feet to the top of the Silver Peak Range on their way from Fish Lake Valley to the Old School Saloon terminus 34 miles away in Silver Peak for the 22nd annual Silver Peak or Bust hike.

PHOTOS: Go inside the Silver Peak lithium mine

It’s the only active operation of its kind in the U.S., and likely source of your electric vehicle’s power.

Muckers edge out Hornets in tight matchup

This was the second matchup between these two schools this season. Tonopah got a two-sets-to-zero win over the Hornets during a tournament at the beginning of the season.

How to join the annual ‘Silver Peak or Bust’ hike

The 34-mile wilderness hike to one of the state’s most historic mining towns started in 2001. It takes about 12 hours. Here’s what you need to know, if you’re planning to go.

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Lady Muckers volleyball get first league win of season

The Tonopah Muckers volleyball team won their first league game of the season when they swept the Lund Mustangs 3-0 on Saturday.

Race season coming to an end at Tonopah Speedway

The Tonopah Speedway will be holding its final race of the 2022 season on Saturday, Sept. 17 to declare the point winners of each class.

Tonopah 0-3 after loss to Carlin

The Tonopah Muckers fell to the Carlin Railroaders 26-22. Quarterback Drew Otteson finished the game with 178 passing yards and 125 rushing yards.

Hornets begin ‘22 season at home on Friday

The Beatty Hornets football team will kick off their season this Friday, Sept. 2, when they host the Green Valley Christian High School Guardians.

Lady Hornets struggle early in season

The Beatty High School volleyball team is off to a rough start after being swept in their season-opening tournament.

Lady Muckers turning season around

The Tonopah high school volleyball team might be hitting their stride after going 3-1 in their second tournament of the season this past weekend.

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