The Needles Desert Star

03/07/2026

Emergency crews are responding to reports of a collision between two tractor trailers at mile post 1 on westbound I-40.

Avoid the area if possible. If you must be in the area, drive with extreme caution and watch for working crews.

02/19/2026

California man goes missing on his way to work from Blythe California to Grand Canyon National Park

Jeremy Whisennand left his home in California to travel to his job at Grand Canyon National Park. He was last seen about 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10 in Blythe, California, when he stopped at a friend's house. His family said it is totally out of character for him to not contact his children.

Here's what we know: https://tinyurl.com/MDNWhisennand

01/15/2026

Needles Pride Program will host a Community Cleanup Day on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at Duke Watkins Park, located near Flip Mendez Parkway and J Street.

Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/NDSparkClean

01/15/2026

Needles Eagles Aerie 2599 is hosting a youth dinner fundraiser on Jan. 16, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at 729 Front Street.

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Needles Eagles Aerie 2599 is hosting a youth dinner fundraiser on Jan. 16, from 5:00- 8:00 p.m. at 729 Front Street.

01/08/2026

The Needles High School girls basketball team went 2-2 in the Las Vegas Classic this past weekend highlighted by terrific play from Gia Collier.

LAS VEGAS — The Needles High School girls basketball team went 2-2 in the Las Vegas Classic this past weekend highlighted by terrific play from Gia Collier.

01/08/2026

The Needles High School boys basketball team turned in an impressive performance at the Las Vegas Classic, finishing second overall with a 4–1 record against strong competition.

LAS VEGAS — The Needles High School boys basketball team turned in an impressive performance at the Las Vegas Classic, finishing second overall with a 4–1 record against strong competition.

01/03/2026

UPDATE: Needles finishes in second place. Full recap to come in our next edition.

Needles Boys Basketball set to play in the Championship Game tonight in the Las Vegas Holiday Classic. Tip-off set for 8:30 p.m.

12/21/2025

Not only did the Needles girls basketball team record its first two wins of the season, but they also knocked off a pair of undefeated teams while the boys team also went 2-0 to start league play.

12/05/2025

The quest for more State Championships begin as basketball season is underway. Boys team picks up a win against Pahrump Valley.

11/26/2025

Just 21 months after the Super Bowl was played at Allegiant Stadium, the Needles High School football team won its own title in Las Vegas, knocking off Pershing County High School 22-12 in the NIAA 2A final onTuesday morning,

LAS VEGAS, NV — Just 21 months after the Super Bowl was played at Allegiant Stadium, the Needles High School football team won its own title in Las Vegas, knocking

11/25/2025

Another great day to be a Mustang!!