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Indy Explains: What Nevadans should know as student loan pause expires

After three years, the federal government’s student loan repayment pause came to an end June 30. Come September, student loan servicers will begin to collect interest, and Nevadans with student loans will be expected to resume payments in October, per the U.S. Department of Education. As an expense borrowers have not had to consider in three years, economists are concerned repayment could boost defaults on all types of loans as well as depress discretionary spending, a potentially concerning trend for Nevada’s economy.

Superintendent says permitting is in place for new Orovada school, teacher vacancies down

A conveyance process that previously was moving along quickly has stalled a bit, according to school district officials.

Learn to recreate safely this summer with Nevada Outdoor School programs

Nevada holds some truly unique recreation opportunities for kids and families and the Nevada Outdoor School (NOS) and their community partners are teaming up to help people recreate safely this summer.

Remains found stuffed in garment bag 45 years ago in rural Nevada ID'd as Ohio woman

LAS VEGAS (AP) — In 1978, a garment bag containing a woman's heavily decayed remains was discovered in a remote area of northern Nevada. The case soon went cold - and the victim remained nameless for 45 years.

High school classes could start later under proposed state-level regulation

Start times at public high schools are the target of guidelines in a new regulation the State Board of Education is preparing to draft.

Nevada hunting curtailed as excessive snow, extreme drought diminish big game herds

The frustration is hard to hide on Cody Schroeder’s face as the wildlife biologist steers his pickup off Interstate 80 and into the Carson Range to monitor mule deer habitat. A once-bushy and tree-covered mountainside near Verdi is bisected by construction access roads, flat patches of dirt piled high with boulders that have been cleared out to level the steep slopes.

“Star Spangled Everything” is the theme for the 2023 4th of July Kiddie Parade

Let your imagination shine as, “Star Spangled Everything,” is this year’s theme for the Pershing County Cattlewomen’s hosted parade in Lovelock. Children 18 years of age and under are welcome and encouraged to walk and or dance in the 4th of July Kiddie Parade.

LaRena's Race slated for Aug. 5

It has been 20 years since the first LaRena Smith Bengoa Run, Ride or Walk for the Cure. The event has moved locations, added activities and survived Covid. It has never lost sight of the mission to help those battling cancer and taking treatments away from home, with monetary assistance and aid.

DeSantis headlines 8th annual Basque Fry

With the jagged, snowcapped peaks of the Sierra Nevada rising behind him, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Saturday (June 17) before an estimated crowd of 2,500 people at this year’s Basque Fry by extolling his statehood accomplishments for the past four years and what he would propose if elected president.

Nevada Mining Association announces 2023 individual safety award recipients

The Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) announces the recipients of its 2023 Individual Safety Awards, which celebrate the industry professionals whose outstanding efforts ensure mine workers return home safely after every shift.

Feds announce $31.2 million in PILT funds headed to Nevada

The Department of the Interior today announced that 17 local governments in Nevada will receive a total of $31.2 million in Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) funding for 2023. Because local governments cannot tax federal lands, annual PILT payments help to defray the costs associated with maintaining important community services. Humboldt County will receive $2,184, 255, Lander County $1,190,500 and Pershing County $1,307, 830.

Human remains found in 1978 identified

On October 26, 1978, the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office received information that a reporting party discovered a garment bag containing human remains in a remote area near Scossa Road, approximately 13 miles west of Imlay, Nevada.

PCHS second semester honor roll —

The following is the second semester honor roll for Pershing County High School.

PCHS fourth quarter honor roll —

The following is the fourth quarter honor roll for Pershing County High School.

PCMS second semester honor roll —

The following is the second semester honor roll for Pershing County Middle School.