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Nye County, Nevada
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About Nye, NV

Population
Approximately 53,088 residents
County Seat
Tonopah, Nevada
Coverage Area
18,159 square miles in southern Nevada

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Nye County Opens Non-Judicial Candidate Filing March 2-13, Posts ID, Fee Details
Government

Nye County Opens Non-Judicial Candidate Filing March 2-13, Posts ID, Fee Details

Nye County Clerk’s Office opened non-judicial filing March 2-13; Tonopah and Pahrump offices will accept filings 8 a.m.-5 p.m., closed noon-1 p.m.

James Thompson2m read
Fatal Pahrump Pedestrian Crash Leads to Driver Arrest, Separate DUI
Community

Fatal Pahrump Pedestrian Crash Leads to Driver Arrest, Separate DUI

Terrie Lynn Hicks, 61, was killed just before 9:30 p.m. on SR-160; Nevada Highway Patrol arrested the driver on suspicion of impairment and a separate man was later booked on DUI-related charges.

Sarah Chen2m read
Brian Kunzi Holds Campaign Meet-and-Greet at Artesian Cellars in Pahrump
Government

Brian Kunzi Holds Campaign Meet-and-Greet at Artesian Cellars in Pahrump

Nye County District Attorney Brian Kunzi held a public campaign meet-and-greet at Artesian Cellars in Pahrump on Feb. 26, serving wine and a spread that included charcuterie and freshly baked cookies.

Marcus Williams2m read
Nye County Lincoln Day Dinner Draws State GOP Leaders, Raises $33,000
Government

Nye County Lincoln Day Dinner Draws State GOP Leaders, Raises $33,000

A sold-out Lincoln Day Dinner in Pahrump drew statewide GOP leaders and local candidates and raised more than $33,000 for the Nye County Republican Party on Feb. 28.

James Thompson2m read
Chris Lally Announces Independent Run for Nye County Commission District 5
Government

Chris Lally Announces Independent Run for Nye County Commission District 5

Chris Lally, a Pahrump Realtor and small-business owner, announced an independent bid for Nye County Commission District 5, saying he is “not beholden to a political party.”

Marcus Williams2m read
Pahrump traffic stops, search warrant and chase lead to multiple arrests
Government

Pahrump traffic stops, search warrant and chase lead to multiple arrests

A July 8 traffic stop at Gamebird and Homestead led Nye County deputies to seize five stolen vehicles and heroin, meth and cocaine after a July 9 search warrant at an Elderberry Street home, officials said.

James Thompson2m read
Nye County, Community Volunteers Repair Six-Mile Drift Fence Protecting Wild Horses
Government

Nye County, Community Volunteers Repair Six-Mile Drift Fence Protecting Wild Horses

Nye County officials and local volunteers repaired a roughly six-mile drift fence on the far northern end of Pahrump Valley east of State Route 160 to protect free-roaming wild horses.

Marcus Williams2m read
Pahrump Moose Lodge Launches First-Ever Kiss a Pig Fundraiser for Nonprofits
Community

Pahrump Moose Lodge Launches First-Ever Kiss a Pig Fundraiser for Nonprofits

Pahrump Moose Lodge #808 launched its first-ever "Kiss a Pig" fundraiser, seeking at least 10 "Community Champions" to raise money for local nonprofits with a 50/50 split of proceeds.

Marcus Williams2m read
Nye County School Board president Bryan Wulfenstein resigns, superintendent search launched
Education

Nye County School Board president Bryan Wulfenstein resigns, superintendent search launched

Bryan Wulfenstein resigned as president of the Nye County School District Board of Trustees, effective March 2, 2026, as the board unanimously opened a superintendent search with applications due July 14.

Sarah Chen2m read
Pahrump Valley Coach Hayes Praises Defensive Growth After Tight Preseason Tie
Education

Pahrump Valley Coach Hayes Praises Defensive Growth After Tight Preseason Tie

After a 2-2 preseason tie with Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas on Feb. 24, Coach Brian Hayes said the "biggest win was the defensive growth and competitive edge his team showed."

Marcus Williams2m read
Beatty Board Approves Grant Application for 2026 Ram and Advances Art Auction
Government

Beatty Board Approves Grant Application for 2026 Ram and Advances Art Auction

The Beatty Town Advisory Board voted 4-0 to seek a Beatty Foundation grant for a 2026 Ram 1500 pickup and advanced Patrick Taylor’s art-auction plan to aid a resident who lost their trailer.

James Thompson2m read
Gabbs, Nye County: History, timeline and attractions of remote mining town
Government

Gabbs, Nye County: History, timeline and attractions of remote mining town

Founded as a Basic Magnesium company town in December 1941 to supply wartime magnesium, Gabbs today remains tiny and remote — population 186 in 2020, area 1.50 sq mi.

Marcus Williams6m read
Nye County Deputies Arrest Suspect After Shots Fired at Sheri’s Ranch
Community

Nye County Deputies Arrest Suspect After Shots Fired at Sheri’s Ranch

A man in a white Dodge Charger fired multiple shots that struck the Sheri’s Ranch building in Nye County; deputies arrested a suspect and no injuries were reported.

Lisa Park3m read
Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar to speak at Pahrump luncheon March 19
Business

Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar to speak at Pahrump luncheon March 19

Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar will speak at noon March 19 at the Pahrump Nugget; the chamber lists regular tickets at $45 for members and $60 for non-members, no walk-ins.

Sarah Chen2m read
Over 100 Quakes Including M4.3 Strike Near Tonopah Test Range
Community

Over 100 Quakes Including M4.3 Strike Near Tonopah Test Range

Over 100 quakes, including a M4.3, struck within 50 miles of the Tonopah Test Range (Area 52); the USGS recorded 16 tremors above magnitude 2.5 in the past 24 hours.

Sarah Chen3m read
Pitching Shines, Coach Sees Better Baseball as Pahrump Wins 11-1
Education

Pitching Shines, Coach Sees Better Baseball as Pahrump Wins 11-1

Pahrump Valley’s pitching staff paced an 11-1 mercy-rule win over Western, and coach Drew Middleton says the Trojans have “much better baseball” ahead.

Marcus Williams2m read
Circus of Alice Performs in Pahrump March 2 with Acrobatics, Aerial Acts
Community

Circus of Alice Performs in Pahrump March 2 with Acrobatics, Aerial Acts

Circus of Alice played in Pahrump on Monday, March 2, 2026, delivering acrobatics, aerial acts, contortion, choreography and comedy inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland.

Sarah Chen2m read
Moonshiners Mark Ramsey and Digger Manes Host Pahrump Tasting March 6
Business

Moonshiners Mark Ramsey and Digger Manes Host Pahrump Tasting March 6

Mark Ramsey and Eric “Digger” Manes will appear at Liquor and Tobacco Express in Pahrump March 6 for a meet-and-greet showcasing an exclusive Richard Petty’s Petty Punch Moonshine.

Sarah Chen3m read
Nye County SxS Hosts Family-Friendly Meetup at Donkeys of Pahrump March 14
Community

Nye County SxS Hosts Family-Friendly Meetup at Donkeys of Pahrump March 14

Nye County SxS will host a family-friendly meet-up for side-by-side riders at Donkeys of Pahrump, 3280 West Bell Vista Ave in Pahrump, March 14, 9 a.m.-11 a.m.; contact (808) 443-4847.

Marcus Williams2m read
Michael Vaughn Stokes arrested in Pahrump March 4 on aggravated-assault, drug charges
Government

Michael Vaughn Stokes arrested in Pahrump March 4 on aggravated-assault, drug charges

Michael Vaughn Stokes, 40, was booked into the Nye County jail in Pahrump on March 4 on aggravated-assault, drug and other charges; booking ID is 10126563.

Marcus Williams2m read
Pahrump Nugget and Lakeside Casino Mark Milestone Anniversaries With Promotions
Business

Pahrump Nugget and Lakeside Casino Mark Milestone Anniversaries With Promotions

Pahrump Nugget will kick off a 25th anniversary on March 6 with 200 free T‑shirts and a $2,500 cash drawing; Lakeside will mark 27 years on March 20 with 100 shirts and 27% off at its Sports Grill.

Sarah Chen3m read
Tonopah Dental Center Provides Free Screenings and Education to Elementary Students
Healthcare

Tonopah Dental Center Provides Free Screenings and Education to Elementary Students

Tonopah Dental Center volunteers visited Tonopah Elementary on Feb. 27, 2026, providing free dental screenings and an educational overview to students.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Conoco, Sbarro and Rally’s Hold Feb. 26-28 Hiring Event in Pahrump
Business

Conoco, Sbarro and Rally’s Hold Feb. 26-28 Hiring Event in Pahrump

A three-day hiring event to staff a new travel stop near the Highway 160 and Homestead Road intersection in Pahrump ran Feb. 26–28, with event listings naming Conoco, Sbarro and Rally’s.

Sarah Chen1m read
Pahrump Nugget and Lakeside Casino Announce St. Patrick’s Day Dining, Bingo
Business

Pahrump Nugget and Lakeside Casino Announce St. Patrick’s Day Dining, Bingo

Pahrump Nugget and Lakeside will serve corned beef with potatoes for $12 at their on-site cafés as part of Golden Entertainment’s St. Patrick’s Day promotions.

Sarah Chen2m read
Todd Nicholas Thaxton, 47, booked in Nye County March 5
Government

Todd Nicholas Thaxton, 47, booked in Nye County March 5

Todd Nicholas Thaxton, 47, is listed as booked in Nye County with booking ID 10081934 after an arrest recorded at 1:35 a.m. March 5, 2026 on the county's public booking page.

James Thompson1m read
Redmond Fencing Celebrates Seven Years Serving Pahrump Homeowners, Marking Steady Growth
Business

Redmond Fencing Celebrates Seven Years Serving Pahrump Homeowners, Marking Steady Growth

Redmond Fencing celebrated seven years of serving Pahrump homeowners, a milestone covered by Pahrump Valley Community News on Feb. 26, 2026.

Sarah Chen2m read
Patsy’s Community Closet Hosts Free Prom-Attire Giveaway in Pahrump March 28
Community

Patsy’s Community Closet Hosts Free Prom-Attire Giveaway in Pahrump March 28

Patsy Brown’s Patsy’s Community Closet will give away free prom attire and household goods at the Bob Ruud Community Center in Pahrump on March 28, 2–4 p.m.

Sarah Chen2m read
Lowell Harvey, 47, Booked in Nye County; Arresting Agency Listed as TXNUECESSO
Government

Lowell Harvey, 47, Booked in Nye County; Arresting Agency Listed as TXNUECESSO

Lowell Harvey, 47, appears in Nye County's public booking log today under booking ID 10114215; the arresting-agency field reads "TXNUECESSO."

Marcus Williams2m read
Gov. Lombardo Visits Valley Electric in Pahrump, Announces $3.89M Broadband Award
Government

Gov. Lombardo Visits Valley Electric in Pahrump, Announces $3.89M Broadband Award

Gov. Joe Lombardo met with Valley Electric CEO Robby Hamlin and the co-op board in Pahrump as Valley Electric was slated to receive $3.89 million in BEAD funding, pending federal approval.

Marcus Williams2m read