Over the past few months a lack of precipitation has been a concern for the people of Lincoln County.  From prayers asking for rain to comments made during commissioner meetings, the drought is a source of worry for locals, especially farmers. With recent concerns about water rights being infringed upon, people have wondered whether 2020 […] This article is … [Read more...] about Precipitation levels far below normal

By Dave Maxwell and Collin Anderson Snow for the first time since last winter fell in the Pahranagat Valley and Panaca Dec. 28.  About a quarter inch covered the Pahranagat Valley floor; more fell at the higher elevations. Then nighttime temperatures dropped below freezing, creating a crunching sound and feeling as people walked on the […] This article is … [Read more...] about County receives some snow

Fall 2020 has been full of surprises already, including the sight of snow returning to Pioche. Residents welcomed the snow as it has been a long dry year for the area. Snowplows were working early Sunday morning to ensure safe passage for drivers traveling north and south on U.S. Highway 93. Pioche received approximately ten […] This article is available to … [Read more...] about Snow blankets Pioche as county receives first moisture in months