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- Lincoln County Emergency Services Report: March 2-8
Lincoln County law enforcement and emergency responders handled 89 calls for service during the week of Mar. 2 through Mar. 8, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. Among the notable incidents were two domestic disturbances in Panaca. The first occurred on Mar. 2 and the second on Mar. 5, with one individual arrested in… Read more: Lincoln County Emergency Services Report: March 2-8 - ‘Frozen KIDS’ brings Disney magic to Pahranagat Valley stage
The Pahranagat Valley elementary and middle school production of Disney’s “Frozen KIDS,” based on the beloved Disney animated film, brought music, storytelling and theatrical experience to the community with public performances held Feb. 27 and 28. Prior to the community shows, the cast performed a dress rehearsal for Pahranagat Valley schools, giving students an opportunity… Read more: ‘Frozen KIDS’ brings Disney magic to Pahranagat Valley stage - Sheriff’s Office responds to 95 calls; PVFD reports quiet weekThe Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 95 calls for service between Feb. 23 and Mar. 1, with several incidents of note across the county. Early in the week, deputies were dispatched to a burglary at a business in Panaca. The case remains under active investigation as officers continue gathering information. Midweek activity brought deputies… Read more: Sheriff’s Office responds to 95 calls; PVFD reports quiet week
- Alamo Town Board addresses cemetery plans, contracts and community improvementsThe Alamo Town Board met on February 11, 2026, addressing a range of topics affecting town facilities, public safety and future planning efforts. During public comment, Mike Sparrow expressed appreciation for the work being done to prepare the softball fields for the upcoming season. School maintenance replaced the backstop, and Derek Hansen’s shop class repaired… Read more: Alamo Town Board addresses cemetery plans, contracts and community improvements
- Lady Lynx come back to win 2A Championship
The Lincoln County High School girls basketball team is your 2026 NIAA 2A State Champion after a thrilling 43-41 victory over Yerington at Wooster High School in Reno on Saturday, Feb. 21. It is the program’s first state title since winning four straight from 1997 to 2000. Lincoln County seldom trailed during the game, but… Read more: Lady Lynx come back to win 2A Championship - First responder reportThe Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 110 calls for service between Feb. 8 and 15, handling a range of incidents across the county, including arrests, a death investigation and assistance in capturing an escaped inmate. Among the notable calls during the week, deputies responded Feb. 9 to a reported fraud case. Following an investigation,… Read more: First responder report
- Winter storm impacts Lincoln County
Winter weather moved into Lincoln County beginning Feb. 17, bringing snow accumulation to higher elevations, gusty winds and icy road conditions across portions of the county. According to the National Weather Service, a Winter Weather Advisory was issued for Lincoln County above 5,000 feet, with snowfall and wind creating hazardous travel conditions. Snow accumulated on… Read more: Winter storm impacts Lincoln County
Sports 
Panthers tear up the track and field at Mojave
Pahranagat Valley High School juniors Kaden Hagfeldt and Sera Miller led the Panther track and field teams to impressive performances at Mojave High School on Thursday, March 5. Miller won the long jump, took fifth in the 200 meters with a personal best time of 28.78 seconds and finished ninth in the 100 meters with…
LCHS softball gets wins over PVHS, Meadows
If not for fielding errors, the Lincoln County High School softball team might have been 5-0 instead of 3-2 at the Pahranagat Valley Softball Invitational over the weekend of March 6-7. Three errors against Moapa Valley on Friday led to a four-run third inning for the Pirates, with just two being earned. LCHS senior Remington…
Markarian, LCHS freshmen turn heads at Dave Butler Track Meet
Lincoln County High School junior Kelsea Markarian took 11th with a personal best long jump of 15 feet, 7.5 inches at the Dave Butler Memorial Meet in Las Vegas on Saturday, March 7. Markarian also finished 18th in a field of 60 in the 200 meters. “Kelsea Markarian is now ranked first in the 100,…
Lynx baseball starts 2-2-1; PVHS comeback leads to tie
During the Pahranagat Valley Invitational last weekend, the Lincoln County High School baseball team played the Panthers to a 9-9 tie in a five-inning game, but the Lynx got the game-winning run they needed for a 12-11 win over a non-varsity opponent on Friday, March 6. The Panthers scored two runs in the top of…
Lynx baseball team opens season with split
The Lincoln County High School baseball team split its season-opening doubleheader at Liberty Baptist Academy on Tuesday, March 3, falling 2-1 in game one and knocking off the Knights 18-8 in game two. The Lynx were held scoreless in game one until a comeback attempt in the seventh that fell one run short. Dominic Horlacher…
Community
Obituaries
Joann Ala Stevenson
Joann Ala Stevenson passed away January 17, 2026 in Henderson, Nevada. She attended and graduated from Lincoln County High School.…
Colleen Leonard
Colleen Leonard, 54, passed away September 3, 2025. She was born November 6, 1970. Colleen was the daughter of Janice…
Local Stories
Bands and choirs receive high marks at Mar. 10 judged concert
The Panaca Elementary, Meadow Valley Middle School and Lincoln County High School band and choir programs gathered at the Neldon C. Mathews Auditorium in Panaca on Mar. 10 to perform…
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Caliente Depot to house new community and visitor center
The historic Caliente Depot will be home to a new community and visitor center. Caliente City Councilwoman Betsy Comella shared plans for the new center during a Lincoln Community Coalition…
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Kershaw-Ryan State Park announces spring and summer activities
Kershaw-Ryan State Park has announced a full lineup of spring and summer programs. Upcoming activities include guided hikes, night sky viewing and hands-on creative activities. Each year, park ranger Ethan…
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Announcements
Scrapbook workshop coming soon
Community members interested in preserving memories through creative crafts will soon have an opportunity to participate in a scrapbook workshop…
LCHS seniors host rifle raffle fundraiser
Lincoln County High School seniors are continuing their fundraising efforts with a rifle raffle. Funds raised will help support upcoming…
Opinion
Dear Editor
With the current concern about the proposed tower to be built near Panaca, it will be interesting to see the response to the rumor of NDOT changing Panaca’s main street from…
Letter to the Editor
On YouTube there has been some chatter about Congress and President Trump sending out $2,000 stimulus checks. The President seems committed to getting it done. While I could easily spend the…
Local newspapers keep communities strong
Dean Ridings America’s Newspapers Editor’s note: This op-ed is published to mark National Newspaper Week. We are grateful for the continued support of our readers, subscribers and advertisers. Strong communities don’t…
Dear Bible Talk Ministries,
We would like to express our profound appreciation for the monetary contribution you gave to the Panaca Senior Citizen Center to help us replace our HVAC UNIT. We know that with…
