Author: Amy Veloz
By: Vincent Foster Retirees looking for sunshine, lower housing costs, and a quieter pace of life often end up considering Pahrump long before making a final decision. That pattern is one reason the town continues to appear in discussions about the best places to retire in Nevada. Located about an hour from Las Vegas, Pahrump offers a balance that appeals to many older adults: small-town living with access to larger-city amenities. Affordable homes, accessible healthcare, scenic desert landscapes, and an active community make it a practical choice for people who want to stretch their retirement savings without sacrificing comfort. Why…
For Natalie Soto, stepping onto the stage for the 2026 Miss Pahrump Pageant was far more than a competition. It was an opportunity to challenge herself, celebrate her heritage, build lifelong friendships and become more involved in the community she calls home. The newly crowned Miss Pahrump 2026 admitted that before this year, she had never considered herself a pageant contestant. In fact, this year’s event marked the very first time she had ever entered the competition. “It was my first time and honestly it was awesome,” Natalie said with a smile. “It was super cool.” Although the pageant had…
With the regular season drawing closer, the Pahrump Valley High School football team took another important step in its preseason preparations Friday, Aug. 7, hosting Mojave High School for a controlled scrimmage on its home field in Pahrump. Although no official score was kept, the evening provided both the varsity and junior varsity squads with valuable live-game repetitions against a larger 5A opponent. Throughout the scrimmage, the Trojans displayed a physical defensive effort while showing flashes of explosive offensive potential under new Head Coach Toby Henry. The scrimmage opened with the varsity defense facing a 10-play series beginning at Mojave’s…
I could not get my 7 year old son to stay in his bed last night. He kept popping out of his room, claiming he needed another nightlight, another hug & kiss, some more snuggles, to fill up his water bottle, to go pee yet another time, and on and on and on. After two hours of this, I was, admittedly, not a nice mom. I was snappy, impatient, and downright rude. I wanted to go to bed myself. As I snuggled him for the umpteenth time, he confessed in a shaky voice that he was scared. I harrumphed and…
Editor’s Note: This is the fourth and final installment in PVC.news’ four-part series examining the proposed NCDC data center planned near the southern entrance to Pahrump. Previous installments explored the project’s proposed water use, how modern data centers operate and the potential economic impact the development could have on the community. In this final article, longtime Pahrump resident Russ Meads shares why he believes the discussion surrounding the project extends far beyond the data center itself. When Russ Meads first began researching the proposed data center, his goal was simple. He wanted to find out whether the project posed a…
A day of local shopping, live entertainment and community giving is coming to Pahrump this fall as the free Crafts in Cars Street Fair rolls into the Bob Ruud Community Center parking lot on Saturday, Oct. 3. The family-friendly event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bob Ruud Community Center, 150 N. Highway 160, offering residents and visitors an opportunity to spend the day supporting local artisans, enjoying live entertainment and participating in a community food drive. Organizers describe the event as “a family affair,” inviting people of all ages to browse handcrafted items from…
Community support was on full display Saturday evening as hundreds of residents packed the Pahrump Valley High School cafeteria for the Trojans’ annual Spaghetti Dinner and Dessert Auction, helping the football program exceed its fundraising goal and set the stage for the upcoming season. Approximately 500 people attended the popular event, which combined a community dinner with a lively auction featuring nearly 100 donated desserts and a variety of specialty items. By the end of the evening, the program had raised approximately $23,000, surpassing its $20,000 fundraising goal. New Head Coach, Toby Henry said the success of the event went…
Community members are invited to help make a difference this fall as volunteers are now being recruited for the Remote Area Medical (RAM®) Clinic hosted by NyE Communities Coalition, returning to Pahrump on Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct. 4. The clinic will once again be held at the Pathways Building on the Pahrump Valley High School campus, where hundreds of patients are expected to receive free healthcare services over the two-day event. While licensed medical, dental and vision professionals are always welcome to volunteer at the RAM Clinic, organizers say one of the greatest needs this year is for…
Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of a four-part PVC.news series examining the proposed NCDC data center planned near the southern entrance to Pahrump. Part 1 focused on water use. Part 2 examined the design and operation of modern data centers, including questions about appearance, noise, cooling equipment, safety and security. This installment looks at the potential economic and community impacts of the proposal, including jobs, tax revenue, local contracting opportunities, infrastructure and electrical service. After Russ Meads became satisfied with the answers he received about water use, noise and the proposed design of the Pahrump data center, another part…
Classrooms across Pahrump came back to life on Wednesday, Aug. 5, as students, teachers and staff officially kicked off the 2026-27 school year. The first day marked the return of thousands of students throughout the district, with campuses once again filled with familiar faces, new friendships and the excitement that comes with the start of another academic year. For some students, it was their very first day of school, while others returned for milestone years that will shape the next chapter of their educational journey. As families settle back into school routines, district officials are reminding parents, students and community…