Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Theatre Company is inviting audiences into a world both futuristic and unsettlingly familiar with its production of R.U.R. (Rossum’s Universal Robots), a thought-provoking science-fiction play that remains strikingly relevant more than a century after it was written. The production opened Friday, February 20, with additional performances held February 21 and 22, introducing local audiences to the landmark work by Czech playwright Karel Čapek — the play that first introduced the word “robot” to the world. Written in 1920, R.U.R. explores themes of automation, artificial intelligence, free will, and humanity’s relationship with technology, ideas that resonate strongly in today’s…
Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino and Lakeside Casino & RV Park are inviting the community to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with festive dining and special bingo offerings designed to bring a little extra luck to the holiday. Golden Entertainment announced that both Pahrump properties will host St. Patrick’s Day festivities exclusively on Tuesday, March 17, giving locals and visitors an opportunity to enjoy traditional holiday fare alongside gaming promotions. At Lakeside Sports Grill, located inside Lakeside Casino & RV Park, guests can enjoy a classic corned beef and cabbage entrée priced at $19. The holiday favorite will be available as…
Pahrump Valley High School’s culinary program is preparing to turn its classroom into an elegant dining destination as students host the upcoming Savoring Senior Year event on Wednesday, March 4. Led by senior Emalee York-Bolling and supported by a team of second-year and senior culinary students, the evening promises a creative, student-driven experience that blends fine dining with hands-on learning. Designed entirely by the students, the event will transform the PVHS culinary classroom into a beautifully styled dining room, offering guests a chance to enjoy a thoughtfully prepared five-course meal inspired by French flavors. The experience highlights not only culinary…
The Pahrump Valley High School softball team continued its preseason schedule Tuesday, February 24, traveling to Las Vegas for an unofficial scrimmage against Bishop Gorman High School. Facing another strong 5A opponent, the 3A Lady Trojans showed noticeable growth and defensive improvement while gaining valuable game experience ahead of upcoming tournament play. As with all preseason scrimmages, no official score was kept. Any scoring referenced came strictly from this publication’s notes rather than a scoreboard, as both programs focused on preparation, player evaluation, and situational play rather than results. From the opening inning, Pahrump Valley demonstrated sharp defensive execution against…
Pahrump residents interested in protecting the valley’s water supply will have an opportunity to learn directly from an environmental expert during an upcoming educational presentation hosted by the Private Well Owners Association. “Keeping Our Drinking Water Safe,” presented by Christian Magno of the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC), will take place at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the Pahrump Valley Museum, located at 401 E. Basin Avenue. The class is free and open to the public. During the presentation, Magno will discuss how private well owners can properly manage their domestic wells and septic systems to help…
Nye County District Attorney Brian Kunzi will host a community meet and greet on Thursday, February 26, offering residents an opportunity to connect with him as he seeks re-election to continue serving the county in his current role. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at Artesian Cellars, located at 1731 Highway 160 in Pahrump. Community members are invited to attend, meet Kunzi in an informal setting, and learn more about his campaign and vision moving forward. The evening is designed to encourage open conversation between Kunzi and local residents, giving attendees the chance to ask questions,…
For Kayla Ball, success was never handed to her—it was built through perseverance, long hours, and an unshakable determination to overcome circumstances that could easily have altered the course of her life. A 2012 graduate who finished high school with honors—and a year early—Kayla’s story is one of resilience shaped by adversity, personal accountability and an unwavering commitment to building a better future. During high school, Kayla described herself as involved in a little bit of everything. She participated in volleyball, basketball and softball, using sports, though not really her thing, primarily as a way to stay active and engaged…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity basketball team saw its postseason run come to an end Friday, February 13, falling to the Virgin Valley Bulldogs in the Region Semifinals at home in Pahrump. The matchup came just two days after the Lady Trojans secured an emotional quarterfinal victory over Moapa Valley, advancing with momentum and determination into the semifinal round. Despite the final score, the game marked the conclusion of a season defined by development, resilience and steady progress for a young Trojan squad that showed significant growth throughout the year. Virgin Valley struck first early in the opening…
As the spring sports season approaches, excitement is building around the Pahrump Valley High School track and field program, where Head Coach Dan Nagle believes a strong returning core, experienced leadership, and program stability have positioned the Trojans for a promising year ahead. Coming off a successful 2025 season that saw approximately 20 athletes qualify for the state meet, the Trojans return the overwhelming majority of that experience to the track this spring. According to Nagle, nearly all of last year’s state qualifiers are back, giving the team both depth and confidence as competition begins. “We took around 20 kids…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team capped off a memorable postseason run Friday, February 13, taking on the Meadows Mustangs in the 3A Region Semifinals in Pahrump. The matchup marked the Trojans’ second playoff game of the week and came on the heels of a milestone moment for the program — a quarterfinal victory over Green Valley Christian on February 10 that secured the school’s first playoff win in 19 years. With renewed confidence and momentum, the Trojans entered the semifinal determined to continue their playoff push against a strong Meadows squad. Although the game was played on…