(In 1971 the Pahrump Valley published only once monthly.)

30 years ago this week

The Nye County Commission approved a budget that will preserve the $3.70 county tax rate used in 1978.

That was despite the loss of about $1.4 million in expected revenues. Of the county rate, $1.50 would be applied to the schools, 91.55 cents to the general fund and 21.88 cents for capital projects.

Ron and Charlotta Floyd expressed pride in their new Charlotta Inn Motel neon sign on Highway 16 (today's Highway 160). Ron said the influx of new residents had never been greater. He planned to double his hardware store inventory.

Gerry and Tom Duke, of Tomken Tack 'n Togs, were advertising the business' 11th anniversary celebration, including live music for the Saturday night dance with Dick, Jane and Spot at the Cotton Pickin' Saloon.

At the same time, Mrs. Duke Spears had just opened the newest business in town, T-Shirts and Things on Manse near Homestead.

Looking ahead, the Valley View Plaza was looking for prospective tenants on the Highway 16(0)

Tim Hafen was re-elected to the Valley Electric board.

20 years ago

A construction worker died in his sleep at his Comstock Park mobile home after dozing off with a still-lit cigarette.

District Attorney Phil Dunleavy charged brothel owner Joe Richards with having stirred up sentiment against him that could lead to a recall election. He said it was no coincidence that attorney Peter Flangas was both Richards' attorney and the recall attorney.

Sale of Saddle West appeared to be a sure thing by the end of April, the PVT reported. Prospective buyers were Barry Shinehouse, Steven Duesing and Rodney Duesing.

The Pahrump Town Board voted to ask the Farmers Home Administration not to allow two phases of a senior and low-income housing project in a Calvada subdivision.

Good stuff -- the Calvada Inn was offering Saturday night southern-fried chicken for $4.95.

Despite second thoughts on Sen. Bill Raggio's part, a state Senate committee "recommended the state pay its final respects to Bullfrog County and blot it forever from state law."

Committee members wore black armbands and displayed toy frogs as they sent the bill to Sen. Thomas Hickey, who had originally filed the legislation to create the new county. He said he would deliver a eulogy.

10 years ago

A Y2K expo at the community center experienced a steady stream of visitors, and Susan Best, who organized the affair, said around 1,000 people showed up. Art Bell was among those who made the scene.

At the same time, an outfit calling itself the Christian Y2K Interdenominational Group held a seminar at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church.

Said one of the founders, Clyde Wilson, "This is not a time of fear." He said there is a difference between paranoia and preparedness.

Gov. Kenny Quinn went on the record, saying he didn't have anything to do with denying a warrant against accused embezzler Nick Robb.

He said Pahrump Justice of the Peace Margaret Tsafos was the responsibile party.

Behind the pitching of Ashley Hastings and Raquel Avena, Pahrump Valley High's softball team cruised into three wins during the Moapa Valley Easter Tournament.

The girls combined to produce three complete game two-hitters.

The Pahrump Community Hospital District board to withdraw its support for a so-called "any willing providers" bill.

"I don't think it has a chance of passing," said Pahrump Medical Center Administrator Roy Barraclough after making some soundings around the Legislature.

He said even supporters of the hospital might back off if it pushed too hard for the bill's passage.