Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus in Beatty, no human infection reported Southern Nevada Health District mosquito trapping May 2017 results showed a small number of mosquitoes that tested positive for West Nile Virus located in the Cottonwood Gallery area near the Boulder Ridge Trailer Park. Read on...

Notice of Default fees increase, state's Foreclosure Mediation Program extended Notice of Default fees has increased due to an extension of the state's Foreclosure Mediation Program, which was scheduled to end on June 30, 2017. However, Senate Bill 490 was signed into law by Gov. Brian Sandoval extended the program two years. Read on...

Both roundabouts in Pahrump open Both roundabouts on Highway 372 in Pahrump are open. The Nevada Department of Transportation oversaw the $4.05 million project that built roundabouts on the highway at Pahrump Valley Boulevard and Blagg Road. Read on...

Update on SR160 improvements in Johnnie Curve area The Johnnie Curve project just north of Pahrump on State Route 160 is scheduled for completion in October, according to the Nevada Department of Transportation. Pilot car operation will remain in effect throughout the project. Read on...

What to do when encountering a venomous snake The Pahrump Valley area does have poisonous snakes. The Mojave Green rattlesnake might be the most venomous snake in North America. The general rule of thumb is if you are in the desert, always be aware of where you are walking. Read on...