Author: Amy Veloz
Robyn Ruggeroli has spent years building Fainting Goat Soap by New Liberty Farm from her home, carefully crafting goat milk soaps, lotions and skincare products in the family kitchen. Now, thanks to a leap of faith—and a little encouragement from those closest to her—customers have a permanent place to shop, watch products being made and connect with the maker behind the brand. Fainting Goat Soap by New Liberty Farm officially celebrated the grand opening of its first brick-and-mortar location at 301 Oxbow Ave. #14 in Pahrump, welcoming an enthusiastic crowd of shoppers eager to browse the handcrafted products that have…
Residents looking to add a little extra fun to their Independence Day celebrations will have the opportunity to support local businesses while capturing holiday memories during the Fourth of July Pop-Up on Saturday, July 4, at the Bob Ruud Community Center in Pahrump. Hosted by Living Water Lab Photography, the event will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., bringing together professional photography and a variety of local vendors for an afternoon designed to celebrate both the holiday and the community. One of the featured attractions will be holiday-themed portrait photography, giving families, friends and visitors the chance to commemorate…
For Virginia “Gina” Emond, being crowned Ms. Senior Golden Years 2026 is about far more than wearing a crown and sash. It represents healing, community, friendship and an opportunity to continue serving the organizations and people she cares about most. Emond was crowned during this year’s Ms. Senior Golden Years pageant after several weeks of preparation, interviews and competition alongside four other women. While the title is certainly an honor, she sees it primarily as a chance to become an even stronger advocate for volunteerism and community service throughout Pahrump. The pageant itself holds special meaning for Emond, who first…
The Pahrump Aztecs Bronze 14U squad battled through momentum swings and came up with timely plays when they mattered most Monday, June 29, defeating Shadow 8-7 in dramatic walk-off fashion at home. After three scoreless innings highlighted by strong pitching from Kasen Smith and solid defensive play behind him, the Aztecs finally broke through in the bottom of the third. Pahrump loaded the bases through patient at-bats from Anthony Aguilar, Stetson Brown, Trustin Wagnon, Chris Mize Jr. and Sawyer Tillery. Runners eventually crossed the plate on a combination of walks and a balk, giving the Aztecs a 5-0 advantage. The…
A state championship season usually takes experience, leadership and years of development. For Pahrump Valley High School freshman Jaycie Hayes, it took all of those things — just much earlier than expected. In her first varsity season, Hayes became one of the most dominant players in Nevada Class 3A softball and helped guide the Trojans to the program’s state championship victory on May 16, finishing a season that blended overpowering pitching, consistent offense and a level of composure rarely seen from a freshman. The numbers tell part of the story. Inside the circle, Hayes appeared in 32 games and started…
The Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) will soon begin the search for new leadership following the announcement that Executive Director Timothy Jackson has submitted his resignation. The NIAA announced Wednesday, July 1, that Jackson will step down from the position effective Aug. 1 after leading the statewide organization through a period of legislative changes and operational updates. He will remain in the role through the transition to help ensure a smooth handoff ahead of the 2026-27 high school athletic seasons. “It has been an honor to serve Nevada’s member schools and student-athletes,” Jackson said in a statement. “I am proud…
The Pahrump Aztecs Silver 17U responded to an early setback with one of their strongest performances of the summer Wednesday, July 1, splitting a home doubleheader against the Las Vegas Aces Silver. After falling 13-1 in the opener, the Aztecs regrouped behind timely hitting, solid pitching and steady defense to earn a 9-3 victory in the nightcap. Cody Fried started on the mound in the first game and received outstanding defensive support early. Center fielder Levi Denton turned one of the game’s best plays in the opening inning, making a catch before doubling a runner off first base, then adding…
Efforts to establish a centralized Veterans Resource Center in Pahrump continue to move forward, with organizers inviting veterans, veteran organizations and members of the community to attend the next planning meeting on Friday, July 10, as work continues on creating a facility designed to serve veterans throughout Nye County. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. at the Valley Electric Association Conference Center. Organizers are also extending an invitation to local media to attend, providing an opportunity to learn more about the project, receive updates on its progress and ask questions directly of those leading the initiative. The proposed Veterans…
As he prepares for his senior season, Iyan Bosket has already reached one of the biggest milestones in any student-athlete’s career. The standout linebacker has verbally committed to San Diego State University after receiving multiple NCAA Division I scholarship offers, earning a full-ride opportunity through years of steady development, determined work and an increasingly impressive recruiting journey. Although he still has one final football season to play at Pahrump Valley High School, Bosket expects to officially sign his National Letter of Intent in February and said he already feels confident he has found the right fit. “I am verbally committed…
A longtime organization representing Southern Nevada’s commercial real estate industry is entering a new chapter with a new name. Effective July 1, NAIOP Southern Nevada has officially become the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (CREDA) Southern Nevada, aligning with a nationwide rebranding effort announced by the organization’s national leadership. The name change reflects the association’s evolving role within the commercial real estate industry and is intended to better represent the professionals and businesses it serves. According to CREDA Southern Nevada Executive Director Jamie Schwartz, the new identity more accurately communicates the organization’s mission and impact. “We welcome this name change…