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Flooding concerns on Lacour Street in Pioche

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Flooding concerns in Pioche have often been a problem for local residents. Stephanie Allen spoke to county commissioners during the first public comment period of the meeting on Aug. 2 of the concerns she has.  In talks with Public Utility Director Nathan Adams and others, Allen said, “We determined that when Lacour Street was repaved […] This article is … [Read more...] about Flooding concerns on Lacour Street in Pioche

County receives above-average rainfall in July

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The storms in Lincoln County this summer have been seen as both a blessing and a destructive force.  From Pioche’s main street being turned into white water rapids to an entire section of U.S. Highway 93 near Alamo covered in 10 feet of mud, the weather in Lincoln County has been wild and dangerous. Meanwhile, […] This article is available to Lincoln County … [Read more...] about County receives above-average rainfall in July

Monsoons predicted to ramp up across the southwest

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A press release from AccuWeather Global Weather this week stated, “As the Pacific Northwest continues to bake under a record-shattering, triple digit numbers heat wave, the Southwest could see heat and drought relief.” That will be at least some good news for cattlemen in southwestern states, Nevada included, that have been enduring a lengthy drought […] This … [Read more...] about Monsoons predicted to ramp up across the southwest

Excessive heat to continue through at least Saturday

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The National Weather Service announced an excessive heat warning for a region encompassing Lincoln County until at least Saturday, June 19. The service warned of dangerously hot conditions with temperatures approaching the record books for this time of year. People are encouraged to “Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check … [Read more...] about Excessive heat to continue through at least Saturday

Snow blankets county

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After having no measurable precipitation for over half of 2020, Lincoln County received a big snowfall in January 2021. The sheriff’s department in Pioche reported about 10 inches Monday evening (Jan. 25) and in the early morning hours on Tuesday, with eight inches falling in Caliente. Up to seven inches fell in Pahranagat Valley. Winter […] This article is … [Read more...] about Snow blankets county