The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) field office in Caliente reported the Stewart Canyon fire, about 14 miles east of Alamo, increased in size by July … [Read more...] about Firefighters battle more local blazes
Honor Camp escapee captured
An inmate at the Pioche Honor Camp escaped the night of July 14 and was recaptured July 18. Sheriff Kerry Lee said David North, 52, of Las Vegas had … [Read more...] about Honor Camp escapee captured
Commissioners sending complaint to governor regarding mask enforcement
Following the example of several other rural counties in Nevada, Lincoln County’s Board of Commissioners is sending a letter expressing … [Read more...] about Commissioners sending complaint to governor regarding mask enforcement
Comet appears in Nevada skies
This week is the best time to see a comet that won’t be visible again for 6,800 years. As reported in the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Comet NEOWISE will … [Read more...] about Comet appears in Nevada skies
150th Anniversary Series: Hydroelectric power comes to Lincoln County
On Sept. 21, 1937, the first hydroelectric power from Hoover Dam energized the newly installed lines and brought electricity to the majority of people … [Read more...] about 150th Anniversary Series: Hydroelectric power comes to Lincoln County
County officials not happy with state mask enforcement
Governors and public health officials, including Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, have again implemented stringent measures with the intent to help contain … [Read more...] about County officials not happy with state mask enforcement
Big Summit Fire burns northeast of Panaca
As the wildfire season continues amid the current heat wave, firefighters are fully involved in suppressing the approximately 4,000-acre Big Summit … [Read more...] about Big Summit Fire burns northeast of Panaca
Mt. Irish archaeological site improvements moving ahead
The Bureau of Land Management Basin and Range National Monument’s manager has issued a decision for the Mount Irish Cultural Resource Protection and … [Read more...] about Mt. Irish archaeological site improvements moving ahead
Local officials take ‘common-sense approach’ with masks
At the July 6 meeting, county commissioners mulled over the idea of a mask mandate amidst the present virus pandemic versus using a “common-sense” … [Read more...] about Local officials take ‘common-sense approach’ with masks
Big turnout as Alamo celebrates Independence Day
With a bright, full moon over the southeastern hills, Alamo celebrated July 4 with the always enjoyable fireworks display, culminating in a … [Read more...] about Big turnout as Alamo celebrates Independence Day