Author: Amy Veloz
At Rosemary Clarke Middle School, a long-standing tradition once again highlighted both academic excellence and personal storytelling, as eighth grader Rosemary Robles Moreno was named this year’s winner of the annual Constitution essay contest, hosted in partnership with the Pahrump Valley Rotary. The contest, which has been a collaborative effort between Rotary and eighth grade U.S. History classes for years, challenges students to explore the meaning of the United States Constitution and connect it to their own lives. According to Rotary representative Sheree Stringer, who has been involved with the project for the past five years, this year’s format added…
The Pahrump Valley community will have a chance to shop, support and connect later this month as Pahrump Valley High School (PVHS), in partnership with the Nye County School District (NCSD), hosts a community-wide yard sale on Saturday, April 18. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the PVHS parking lot, offering a variety of items for sale while raising support for local school clubs and NCSD staff members. Community members are encouraged to stop by, browse and discover hidden treasures—all while giving back to programs that directly benefit students and educators in the area.…
Residents interested in protecting one of Pahrump’s most vital resources will have an opportunity to learn from an expert next month, as the Private Well Owners Association hosts an informative and timely presentation focused on water quality. Christopher Berkey of the National Rural Water Association (NRWA) will present “How Pollution Gets Into Our Water” at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the Pahrump Valley Museum, located at 401 E. Basin Ave. The program is free and open to the public, offering community members an accessible way to better understand the factors that impact local groundwater. The April 1…
The Pahrump Valley High School junior varsity softball team delivered an exciting, back-and-forth performance on their home field Tuesday, March 24, battling to an 11-10 walk-off victory over Green Valley in a game filled with momentum swings and clutch moments. Green Valley struck first in the top of the opening inning, capitalizing on a combination of walks, timely hits and hit batters to push across two runs. Despite the early pressure, the Trojans responded quickly. In the bottom of the first, Isabella McHugh got things started with a single to right before aggressively working her way around the bases. Tierra…
Pahrump Valley residents looking to further their education will once again have local support, as Desert View Hospital has announced the return of its scholarship program for a second year. Building on the success of its inaugural effort, the hospital will award a total of six scholarships in 2026, providing $5,000 in funding to students and adult learners in the community. The scholarships include four awards of $500, one $1,000 award and one $2,000 award. The program is open to both graduating high school seniors and adults pursuing higher education. Applicants must reside in one of several designated zip codes,…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ golf team took a creative and competitive approach to their midweek matchup, hosting the Boulder City Eagles for a unique dual at Mountain Falls Golf Course on Wednesday, March 25. With the Eagles bringing 10 golfers and the Trojans fielding 12, the teams leaned into a format designed as much for development as it was for competition. The result was a lighthearted but meaningful day on the course—one that provided valuable experience on a familiar layout that will soon host the Regional tournament. To make the most of the opportunity, Chase Hansen and Keldan…
The Pahrump Valley High School varsity softball team put together a steady, inning-by-inning effort on Wednesday, March 25, turning early opportunities and a big fifth inning into a 4-0 home win over Virgin Valley. The Trojans set the tone immediately behind Jaycie Hayes in the circle. In the top of the first, Hayes struck out two batters and, with help from Natalie Soto in left field on a fly out, retired the side in order. Pahrump answered in the bottom half. Aspen Middaugh reached on an error to start the inning and advanced aggressively, moving into scoring position on a…
Facing off against a strong 5A opponent on the road, the Pahrump Valley High School varsity softball team put together a competitive and spirited performance against the Green Valley Gators on Tuesday, March 24, showcasing both resilience and the ability to answer back in key moments. The Trojans wasted no time getting on the board in the top of the first inning. Aspen Middaugh sparked the offense with a single to right field, and Riley Saldaña followed with a sharp double to left, bringing Middaugh home for the game’s first run. Despite a few tough outs, Pahrump took an early…
Pahrump Valley Little League officially kicked off its season in a big way on Saturday, March 21, hosting a lively and well-attended Opening Day ceremony that showcased the league’s remarkable growth and strong community support. A total of 37 teams and 370 young athletes took part in the celebration, marking a significant increase in participation and signaling a bright future for youth baseball and softball in Pahrump. Families, coaches and supporters gathered to recognize the start of a new season filled with opportunity, development and fun. Each team was welcomed during the ceremony by members of the Pahrump Valley Little…
The Pahrump Valley High School varsity baseball team opened league play in unforgettable fashion on Wednesday, March 25, grinding through 10 innings before walking off the Virgin Valley Bulldogs for a 5-4 victory at home. In a game defined by timely defense, resilient pitching and clutch hitting, the Trojans stayed composed from the first inning to the final swing. Virgin Valley came to the plate first, but Sammy Mendoza and the Trojans’ defense set the tone early. Anthony Montanez handled a ground ball at third for the first out, and after a single and a walk put runners on, Mendoza…