In Nye County, the largest geographic county in the state, the absence of hospitals offering obstetric care and a shortage of practicing OB-GYNs pose challenges for expectant parents. Traveling over an hour for prenatal visits to Las Vegas is necessary for many residents due to the lack of local options. With homebirths becoming a preferred…

In a move that has caught the attention of some lawmakers and property rights advocates, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently proposed a rule approving the creation of a new investment vehicle known as the Natural Asset Company (NAC). Championed by the Intrinsic Exchange Group (IEG) in collaboration with the New York Stock Exchange…

Since the passage of Assembly Bill 236 in 2019, spearheaded by Democratic Assemblyman Steve Yeager and supported by Attorney General Aaron Ford, Nevada has witnessed a concerning surge in property crimes. The bill, designed to reform the state’s criminal justice system, notably raised the threshold for felony theft from $650 to $1,200, resulting in unintended…

Washoe County, with a population of approximately 3.1 million people, is grappling with controversies surrounding the salary of County Manager Eric Brown. Brown, who presently earns over $331,000 per year, is under scrutiny for a proposed salary increase and benefits package that could significantly boost his compensation, which comes as the average salary in Reno…

Private investigator David McNeely has filed a lawsuit against the Sparks Police Department (SPD), the City of Sparks, and the officers involved in the controversial TrackerGate case. The lawsuit contends that the defendants violated McNeely’s constitutional rights, particularly his First and Fourth Amendment rights to privacy and protection against unlawful searches and seizures. The complaint…

In Estes Park, the Stanley stood proudly, its charming allure beckoning tired souls in search of solace. Exhausted Hallmark greeting card writer Jack Torrance felt the winds of change calling his name. With his wife Wendy and their young son Danny, they welcomed the chance to become the caretakers of this winter wonderland retreat. The…

As I strolled down the freshly shoveled boardwalk in Virginia City, I saw Frost the Snowman crafting frosty treats for passersby. I recognized him from the animated film he starred in back in 1969. Intrigued, I just had to approach him. “This is quite a unique gig you’ve got here. What made you start selling…

In 2021, during the legislative session, Blockchains Inc. pitched Nevada lawmakers to allow the cryptocurrency company to create its local government, or Innovation Zone, within Storey County. The Innovation Zone, backed by then-Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, would have carved out a separate tax base, policing agency, and government outside Storey County but within county borders.…

Virginia City witnessed a heartwarming event on Saturday, December 9, as Jeremy Renner’s RennerVation Foundation hosted an enchanting Christmas experience for 150 foster kids. The actor, known for his roles in various films, established the foundation following a snowplow accident last winter that left him severely injured. Romilda De Luca, CEO of the RennerVation Foundation,…

In the 1960s and early 70s, when I was a youngster, my grandmother faced immense financial hardship. My parents and our aunt and uncle often covered her monthly expenses, including food and utilities. Yet, despite her struggle to make ends meet, she would give my brother, me, and later our sisters, each a single roll…