Author: Amy Veloz
Nye County will begin accepting applications Thursday, Oct. 1, for its 2026 Veterans Banner Program, which honors current and former members of the United States Armed Forces with commemorative banners. The program recognizes veterans, military retirees and active-duty service members for their commitment and service to the country. The banners are funded through the county’s Veterans Service Fund. Former Nye County Commissioner Butch Borasky, who retired from the commission in December 2017 after 12 years of service, was a leading advocate for establishing the program. “I am excited for my first year doing the Veterans Banner Program for Nye County,”…
A group of motorcycle riders and members of the Pahrump VFW Post 10054 gathered at the Calvada Eye on Sept. 11 to present Fire Chief Scott Lewis with an American flag connected to a remembrance ceremony at Ground Zero. The ride and presentation were organized by Dave Hall, a retired firefighter who recently moved to Pahrump after serving 33 years in Oregon. Hall said commemorating the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks remains especially meaningful to him because of his years in the fire service. “It’s near and dear to my heart, and so I do some kind…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ junior varsity soccer team scored three times during the opening half and protected its advantage after the break to earn a 3-1 victory over the Moapa Valley Pirates at home Wednesday, Sept. 16. The Trojans began creating opportunities almost immediately, putting a shot on goal during the opening minute. Moapa Valley answered with two quick attempts, but Pahrump settled into the game and began spending more time in its attacking end. Anthony Aguilar tested the Pirates’ goalkeeper with a deep shot before Jessie Barajas-Roman made a run along the left side and sent the…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ varsity soccer team continued pressing for an equalizer until the final minutes Wednesday, Sept. 16, but the Trojans came up just short in a 2-1 home loss to the Moapa Valley Pirates. Pahrump established its attack early, recording two shots within the opening two minutes. The Trojans sent another ball across the face of the goal shortly afterward and followed with a shot that was collected by the Moapa goalkeeper. Miguel Frias-Esparza helped limit the Pirates at the other end, battling for possession and clearing the ball away from danger. TC Hone later found…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity soccer team built a two-goal advantage during the second half and held off Somerset Losee for a 3-2 victory at home Monday, Sept. 14. Paola Aguilar Alarcon scored twice for the Trojans, while Melissa Nunez-Ramirez added the eventual game-winning goal. Goalkeeper Jazmyn Herrera made several saves to help Pahrump protect its lead. The Trojans began applying pressure almost immediately. Raylee Smith took a penalty kick less than two minutes into the game, but the goalkeeper deflected the attempt and the follow-up went just wide. Herrera made her first save approximately seven minutes into…
Members of the Pahrump community gathered Friday, Sept. 11, to remember the lives lost during the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and honor the first responders, military personnel and civilians whose actions demonstrated extraordinary courage that day. Hosted by the Pahrump Valley Rotary Club, the 25th anniversary memorial began at 8:30 a.m. on the grounds of The Calvada Eye. The ceremony included prayers, patriotic observances, community speakers and the ringing of a bell at the times marking pivotal moments in the attacks. The Nye County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard opened the ceremony with the presentation of the colors. Pastor…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ tennis team returned to the court against Virgin Valley on Monday, Sept. 14, completing unfinished business from the teams’ first league meeting and earning a 38-26 victory in a series of tiebreaker matches. The teams entered Monday’s competition tied after their earlier match in Virgin Valley. During that initial meeting, Pahrump’s top two singles players led the way, with Chanel Anthony and Aurora Bowers each winning all three of their sets. The doubles team of Milly Khandpur and Nyomi Skinner added two victories in three sets, while Lily Gregory and Wendy Rodríguez Ortiz earned…
Advocates for Children of Rural Nevada will bring the flavors, music and traditions of Hawaii to Pahrump during its 2026 Luau on Saturday, Oct. 10. The annual fundraiser will be held at The Calvada Eye on Walt Williams Drive. Doors will open at 4 p.m., with dinner beginning at 5 p.m. and a 45-minute luau show starting at 6 p.m. Proceeds will support ACORN’s work on behalf of children in the foster care system. The nonprofit recruits, trains and supports court-appointed guardian ad litem volunteers who advocate for children as their cases move through the court system. This year’s event…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ junior varsity soccer team scored in the final seconds Monday, Sept. 14, to secure a 3-2 road victory over Boulder City. Pahrump began creating opportunities early, earning a corner kick from the right side before Santiago Casanova sent a deep shot toward the goal. The Trojans’ goalkeeper also remained alert at the other end, recording a pair of saves to keep the match scoreless. With approximately 10 minutes remaining in the opening half, Pahrump produced two quick attempts. The first struck the goalpost, while the follow-up shot missed its target. Boulder City broke through…
The Pahrump Valley High School junior varsity girls’ volleyball team showed steady improvement during its road match against Coronado on Thursday, Sept. 10, finding more offensive opportunities as the evening progressed. Coronado claimed the match in two sets, 25-4 and 25-16, but the Trojans responded to a difficult opening set by playing a much more competitive second frame. Marely Gomez delivered an early spike to put Pahrump on the scoreboard in the first set. The Trojans also picked up points when they forced Coronado into attack errors, while Bentlee Chiancone and Skye Plunkett contributed from the service line. Pahrump faced…