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Event Panaca

Cappy’s Backyard Ultra scheduled for March 27 at Cathedral Gorge

The organizer lists an 8 a.m. start March 27, 2027, for the last-runner-standing endurance race at Cathedral Gorge’s group-use area.

March 27, 2027 at 8:00 AMRead Story
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Event Caliente

Little BIG Dog Trail Run returns to Kershaw-Ryan January 23

Rocky Road Adventures lists 4K and 14K races, with or without a dog, at Kershaw-Ryan State Park on January 23, 2027.

January 23, 2027 at 9:30 AMRead Story
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Event Countywide

Mormon Mountains volunteer planting — November 21

NDOW invites volunteers to a free habitat-restoration workday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., with advance signup through its volunteer portal.

November 21, 2026 at 9:00 AMRead Story
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Event Countywide

Mormon Mountains volunteer planting — November 14

NDOW invites volunteers to a free habitat-restoration workday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., with advance signup through its volunteer portal.

November 14, 2026 at 9:00 AMRead Story
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Water Right Countywide

Nevada approves changes to well-driller licensing rules

Regulation R027-25 was filed September 24. The final text changes experience and exam provisions but retains a four-reference application requirement.

October 29, 2026Read Story
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News Countywide

USDA reports about $2 million in Nevada farm safety-net payments

The October 23 announcement concerns statewide payments for the 2025 crop year—not a $2 million allocation specifically to Lincoln County.

Oct 23, 2026Read Story
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Event Caliente

13th Annual Gingerbread Fun Run comes to Caliente November 7

Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m., followed by a 9 a.m. 5K and 9:15 a.m. one-mile walk. Event-day fees are $25 youth and $30 adults.

November 7, 2026 at 8:30 AMRead Story
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Event Pioche

Pioche Spooktacular Lawnmower Races set for October 30

Signups open at 5 p.m. and racing starts at 6 p.m. at the Pioche Rodeo Arena; entry fees and admission are not stated.

October 30, 2026 at 5:00 PMRead Story
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Event Caliente

Caliente Pumpkin Patch advertises extended October 29 hours

The church pumpkin patch lists special Thursday hours of 10 a.m.–6 p.m. at 140 Tennille Street.

October 29, 2026 at 10:00 AMRead Story
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News Caliente

Caliente posts Nevada Day pickup change and City Hall closure

The city’s notices list residential garbage pickup for October 28 and City Hall’s Nevada Day closure for Friday, October 30.

Oct 28, 2026Read Story
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Event Caliente

Caliente Christmas tree lighting planned for November 28

The city advertises a 5–7 p.m. gathering at the Caliente Depot with Santa photos, hot chocolate, cookies and carols.

November 28, 2026 at 5:00 PMRead Story
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Event Pioche area

Stargazing at Spring Valley State Park — October 30

A ranger-led introductory sky program runs 6–6:45 p.m. at the Group Use Area. No registration is needed; vehicle entrance fees apply.

October 30, 2026 at 6:00 PMRead Story