The rise and fall — and comeback? — of Primm, Nevada
From KNPR's State of Nevada by Nevada Public Radio
June 8, 2026 · 18 min
About this episode
The episode discusses the potential closure of the last casino in Primm, Nevada, and explores whether the town can be revitalized.
The forthcoming closure of the last operating casino may spell the end of the California-Nevada border town, which drew tourists and locals alike. Can Primm be saved?
Topics covered
- Primm
- casino closure
- tourism
- local economy
- comeback
Keywords
- Primm
- Nevada
- casino
- tourism
- closure
- local economy
- revitalization
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Primm, Nevada, California-Nevada border
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