When Gov. Joe Lombardo delivered his State of the State speech in January, he talked about open zoning — the policy of allowing students to attend a school other than the one they are assigned, or zoned for, based on their address. It’s a concept that exists with some limitations across the state already, and has proponents on both sides of the aisle. But skeptics have also raised concerns about transparency, how practical it is for students to choose a different school they can’t walk to and whether it detracts from the broader goals of ensuring all schools offer a high quality education.
Nevada's long-dormant law requiring minors to give parental notification before undergoing an abortion will go into effect at the end of the month, after a federal judge lifted an injunction that prevented the law from ever being enforced. U.S. District Court Judge Anne Traum ruled that the new policy will take effect April 30. Nevada has had a law since 1985 requiring parental notification — or judicial bypass of the notification requirement — for physicians to perform abortions on minors. But the law has never been enforced because federal courts enjoined it before it took effect. Planned Parenthood of Washoe County sued to stop the law, saying it was not compliant with Roe v. Wade, the landmark Supreme Court case guaranteeing the federal right to an abortion.
LAKE TAHOE — The snow is already melting in the Lake Tahoe region and the end of winter gives way to a busy spring for wildlife in the area. Bears that have been in winter dens are emerging, and they are hungry! In the fall, black bears went through hyperphagia, which is an increase in feeding activity (consuming about 25,000 calories a day) driven by their need to bulk up before winter.
Nevada has become the latest state to curtail the participation of transgender athletes in school sports after the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) reversed a 2014 policy that allowed transgender students in high schools to play for teams that align with their gender identity. In a near-unanimous vote on Tuesday, the group’s board — a group including parents, principals and athletic directors that governs athletics at more than 120 high schools in Nevada — passed a new policy that limits students to playing sports that align with the sex listed on their “unaltered original birth certificate.” It also scheduled an emergency meeting in May to discuss implementation.
WINNEMUCCA — Humboldt General Hospital (HGH) is committed to providing quality healthcare that is both accessible and affordable for our community. On April 1, HGH implemented a sliding fee scale for office visits within its Rural Health Clinics. This new program is designed to assist patients who may face financial barriers to care, ensuring they receive the medical attention they need. The Sliding Fee Scale applies to visits at the following clinics:
Another legislative session brings another swing at reforming Nevada’s seemingly untouchable property tax structure. Among this year’s proposals: Letting voters in 2028 decide whether the taxable value of property should reset when a home is sold. Currently, it does not, meaning the benefits of a depreciation factor and abatements used when calculating property tax stays with a home after it is sold to a new owner, according to Nevada Current.
Winnemucca businesses are getting a boost, and shoppers have a chance to cash in big with the launch of the "Heart of the Mucc" initiative. Designed to support downtown businesses affected by the ongoing beautification project, this 12-week campaign is all about rallying the community, rewarding shoppers, and celebrating the heart of the town. Starting immediately and running through June 20, "Heart of the Mucc" promises a flurry of promotions, raffles, and giveaways to encourage locals to shop, explore, and engage with the downtown scene. Shoppers can grab a free raffle ticket just by stopping into participating businesses—no purchase required. But for those who love to shop local, each purchase earns bonus tickets and a greater chance at snagging one of the impressive weekly raffle baskets, valued between $250 and $500.
Lunches are served each weekday at noon and soup and croutons is served at 11 a.m. the Pleasant Senior Center, 1480 Lay Street. Lunches are open to the public. Suggested minimum donation is $4 for seniors age 60 and older. Visitors must be 16 years or older. Their meal is $10.
Lunches are served each weekday at noon and soup and croutons is served at 11 a.m. the Pleasant Senior Center, 1480 Lay Street. Lunches are open to the public. Suggested minimum donation is $4 for seniors age 60 and older. Visitors must be 16 years or older. Their meal is $10.
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler announced the agency’s new Made in America Manufacturing Initiative to restore American economic dominance and national security by empowering small manufacturers. The agency’s effort will support President Trump’s agenda to create good-paying jobs, secure our supply chains, promote fair trade, and bring back the blue-collar boom of his first Administration.
PHOENIX — Tyree Eugene Rideaux, 31, of Henderson, Nevada, was sentenced on Tuesday by United States District Judge Diane J. Humetewa to 132 months in prison, followed by 15 years of supervised release. Rideaux pleaded guilty to Sex Trafficking of a Minor on September 16, 2024.
Humboldt County Court Docket for March 19th, 2025
Pershing County Sheriff's Report for March 19th, 2025
This past winter, Riley Harvey, Aaliyah Allen and Khloe Montes helped lead the 2024-25 Pershing County girls basketball team to 22 victories and the Northern 2A regional championship trophy. The various 2A schools in Nevada recently rewarded their efforts. Allen and Montes made the all-state, first team and Harvey was chosen for the second team. The three girls previously won all-conference awards. The 2A coaches named Montes the Defensive Player of the Year.
The Pershing County High School softball team made its longest road trip of the year this past weekend, heading to the Utah/Nevada border. The Mustangs challenged the West Wendover Wolverines and added three high-scoring wins to their record (28-7, 22-4, 19-2). Pershing County now stand at 6-3 overall and 6-0 in the Northern 2A. The Mustangs have depth on their side with five sophomores, six juniors, a senior and a couple of freshmen. They’re all pulling together and perfecting their roles.