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More sun than clouds today with a slight chance of an afternoon or evening thunderstorm. Look for the high around 81, but by the weekend, we’ll be back to 90 degrees.
The White Pine County Sheriff's Office responded to a variety of calls on Monday. Deputies investigated two reported thefts, including a stolen package from a county residence and a shoplifting incident at a local convenience store that remains under investigation.
Deputies also arrested 38-year-old Brandlynn Stotler of Ely following a reported domestic disturbance. Stotler was booked on charges of possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia, with bail set at $10,000.
Other calls included a welfare check on a motorist found slumped over a steering wheel, who was determined to be okay, reports of juveniles riding dirt bikes on city streets, a civil dispute over unpaid vehicle repairs, and a disabled electric vehicle and reckless driver, both of which were referred to the Nevada State Police.
The Parsnip Peak Fire in Lincoln County has grown to 2,265 acres and is now 15 percent contained. Three hotshot crews, an initial attack crew, and eight helicopters are battling the blaze in rugged terrain where fire engines can't reach, making air support essential. Meanwhile, containment on the nearby Grapevine Fire has increased to 55 percent. Fire officials say eastern Nevada remains at an above-normal risk for large wildfires as both Nevada and the nation are now at Preparedness Level 4 due to heavy fire activity and high demand for firefighting resources.
Several new Nevada laws take effect today, including changes that could affect schools across the state. School districts can now hire licensed teachers from other states for up to a year while they complete Nevada licensing, a move aimed at easing the teacher shortage. Students will also have more opportunities to attend public schools outside their attendance zone if space is available. In classrooms, updated rules expand restrictions on cell phones and other electronic devices, with progressive discipline for repeat violations. Other new laws affecting larger urban counties will have little impact on rural communities like White Pine County.
The White Pine County Sheriff’s Office will be joining agencies across Nevada for a Joining Forces Speed Awareness Campaign running July 1st through July 20th, 2026. Officials say the effort will focus on reducing speeding-related crashes through highly visible patrols and public education. Law enforcement warns speeding remains one of the leading causes of traffic fatalities statewide and includes driving too fast for road and weather conditions. The campaign emphasizes that speeding increases stopping distance, crash severity, and the risk of losing control. Officials say the goal is zero roadway fatalities through awareness, education, and enforcement.
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that states may bar transgender athletes from competing on girls' sports teams, a decision expected to influence future policy debates across the country. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo welcomed the ruling, saying it allows lawmakers to pursue what he called a permanent, common-sense solution during the 2027 legislative session. LGBTQ+ advocacy group Silver State Equality criticized the decision, arguing it unfairly targets transgender youth and urging Nevada to instead adopt policies protecting their participation in school sports.
Republican leaders are quickly unifying behind 2nd Congressional District nominee David Flippo following his primary victory. Mini Racker in the Nevada Independent writes that several prominent Republicans who had backed former state Sen. James Settelmeyer, including Senate Minority Leader Robin Titus of Wellington, have now joined Flippo's campaign, saying party unity is essential ahead of November. Titus says she's encouraging Flippo to spend time in rural Nevada to better understand the region's needs. Flippo has recently campaigned in Northern Nevada. Governor Joe Lombardo and Congressman Mark Amodei have not yet publicly endorsed his campaign.
That’s your morning news from the state of Nevada