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EDITORIAL: Federal land ownership drives housing costs higher
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (625+ words) In some places, high housing prices are largely a self-inflicted wound. Give Nevada back some of her land. In many places, high housing prices are largely a self-inflicted wound. That isn't the case in Nevada. In a splashy March 2025 Wall…...
Letters to the Editor
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (461+ words) All over the valley I am seeing flags and red, white and blue displays. Pahrump is all dressed up and ready to celebrate our big 250th birthday. Towns across rural Nevada are planning events to celebrate the Fourth of July. Pahrump…...
Community donations help grow Big Brothers Big Sisters mentor program
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (432+ words) Driveway pick ups of books, toys and clothing make for convenient contributing to school-based peer support. This month, Big Brother Big Sisters of Southern Nevada (BBBS) began to expand the reach of their peer support program in Pahrump. The BBBS…...
Pahrump ready to celebrate America 250
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (780+ words) From the parade to free family activities and the ever-popular fireworks show, local festivities are such to be a blast. This Saturday, millions around the United States will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence…...
America's 250th anniversary ignites firework excitement
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (734+ words) Five local firework stores meet increased holiday demand. America's 250th anniversary is just days away with Fourth of July celebrations across the country expected to be as patriotic as ever. After the grills cool down and the sun sets on Independence…...
Local storage facility expands operations with trading card game storefront
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (561+ words) Sky's Cards plans to organize game nights and how-to nights. For local fans of all things trading card games, there's a new spot in town to discover. "I'm really excited to meet more local gamers, players and collectors, connect with…...
Are national parks free to visit during Independence Day weekend 2026?
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (465+ words) U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Bureau of Land Management sites are also offering free entry through the weekend. National Park Service (NPS) sites that charge an entry fee will be free to visit during Independence Day weekend, July 3 through July…...
Dinner in the Dark explores a world without sight
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (573+ words) Pahrump Lions honor the legacy of Helen Keller with this first-time fundraiser. The Pahrump Valley Lions Club ventured into an all-new event this year, Dinner in the Dark, and though it was something of a last-minute occasion, club members were…...
Upcoming Events and Area Happenings
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (622+ words) What's happening this week in Pahrump? " Bingo at Our Lady of the Valley. Doors open at 1 p. m. , and bingo begins at 2 p. m. Must be 21 or older. 781 E. Gamebird Rd. 775-727-4044. " Adult Division Chess Club at the Pahrump Community Library starts at 1 p. m. Come play chess…...
Nye County landfills to implement fee changes today
6+ day, 4+ hour ago (266+ words) Residents can dump eligible waste generated at their residences free of charge. On June 18, the Nye County Commission adopted a bill allowing for a waiver of tipping fees for residents utilizing local landfills to dispose of eligible waste created at…...