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Gem Theater completes major renovation phase

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The historic Gem Theater in Pioche has completed a major phase of renovation work, moving the long-closed movie theater closer to reopening. Friends of Gem Theater recently announced the completion of phase two of the rehabilitation project. Efforts focused on stabilizing the building and upgrading key systems needed to prepare the structure for future use. […] … [Read more...] about Gem Theater completes major renovation phase

Emergency responders handle multiple incidents

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Emergency responders across Lincoln County continued to remain active along U.S. Highway 93 during the final days of December and the first week of January. Incidents include a fatal crash, livestock collision, and structure fire previously reported. In addition to those major events, several rollover crashes and medical calls were logged during the same period […] … [Read more...] about Emergency responders handle multiple incidents

Caliente & LCSO enter interlocal agreement for code enforcement

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The City of Caliente and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office have entered into an interlocal agreement that expands enforcement authority within Caliente city limits. Codes now enforced under the agreement include regulations related to fireworks, animals and disorderly conduct. Lincoln County Sheriff Derek Foremaster also serves as the City of Caliente’s police chief, a role … [Read more...] about Caliente & LCSO enter interlocal agreement for code enforcement

Lincoln County Water District focused on infrastructure, funding and future rate planning

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The Lincoln County Water District (LCWD) closed out the final months of 2025 on long-term infrastructure needs and financial planning. Preparation for future water and sewer system improvements affecting Panaca and Pioche have also been a focus. During a November meeting, the board received updates on multiple ongoing and planned projects. District staff reported that … [Read more...] about Lincoln County Water District focused on infrastructure, funding and future rate planning

High-tech storage facility transforms industrial site, bringing new jobs to Alamo

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Editor’s Note: The author of this article is related by marriage to Josh Roemer and Rob Hansen, who are featured in this report. Local entrepreneurship, global energy demands and impeccable timing converged to rapidly develop a 132-acre industrial storage site just off U.S. Highway 93 in Alamo. In less than a year, the long-vacant Alamo […] This article is … [Read more...] about High-tech storage facility transforms industrial site, bringing new jobs to Alamo