Author: Amy Veloz

Ben De Santiago’s name will not appear on the Pahrump Valley High School track and field record board once. It will be there three times. After helping break the school record in the 4×400-meter relay as a sophomore, De Santiago closed out his senior season by adding two individual records of his own, rewriting the marks in both the 400-meter dash and the 800-meter run. For De Santiago, the journey began two years ago with the 4×400 relay team of De Santiago, Jace Wulfenstein, Antonio Veloz and Deven Nixon. After coaches experimented with different combinations early in the season, a…

For Ginger Simpson, serving as Nye County Public Administrator is more than a job — it is deeply tied to her lifelong connection to the Pahrump community and the families who call it home. A third-generation resident with roots stretching back to the early days of Pahrump, Simpson is now seeking reelection after serving in the role for the past 10 years. Throughout her campaign, she emphasizes experience, continuity and a commitment to handling difficult situations with compassion and integrity. “I am a true native and Pahrump-raised member of our community,” Simpson said. Her family’s history in the area dates…

The Pahrump Aztecs Bronze 14U club baseball team showed persistence and flashes of offensive firepower Wednesday evening as they hosted Clark in a doubleheader in Pahrump. Although the Aztecs came up short in both contests, falling 18-2 in game one and 17-9 in game two, the team continued to compete inning by inning while several players delivered standout performances both offensively and defensively. In the opening game, the Aztecs served as the home team and faced an early challenge from Clark in the top of the first inning. Everett Abelar took the mound for Pahrump and battled through a lengthy…

The Pahrump Aztecs Silver 17U club baseball team put together a strong all-around performance Tuesday evening at home, sweeping a doubleheader against Liberty by scores of 15-2 and 11-0. The Aztecs combined timely hitting, aggressive baserunning and solid pitching throughout both games while showcasing depth across the lineup and defensive consistency behind multiple pitchers. In game one, the Aztecs served as the home team and quickly established control early on their way to the 15-2 victory. Liberty threatened briefly in the top of the first after opening with a single, but the Aztecs immediately responded defensively. Catcher Tristan Torres fired…

A public rally and awareness event in support of Robert “Robby” Walsh is scheduled to take place Monday, June 1, outside the Pahrump Justice Court. According to a media advisory issued by Parole Pathways, the event is planned for 10 a.m. and is intended to raise awareness surrounding Walsh’s case and what supporters describe as concerns regarding his sentence and continued incarceration. Supporters state that Walsh is currently serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole stemming from what they describe as a non-violent drug-related case involving a controlled buy conducted through a confidential informant. Advocates for Walsh argue…

The Pahrump Valley High School softball team saved its best response for when it mattered most. After entering Saturday undefeated in the double-elimination Class 3A State Tournament, the Lady Trojans faced a setback in the opening championship game against the Lowry Buckaroos. But rather than letting the loss derail their title hopes, Pahrump Valley regrouped, settled in and came back with a dominant performance in the winner-take-all final, defeating Lowry 12-1 to claim the 2026 3A State Championship. The Buckaroos struck early in the first championship matchup, taking advantage of timely hitting and a few Trojan miscues to build momentum.…

For Andrew Caccavale, a run for Nye County Clerk is rooted in a desire to give back to the community he now calls home while addressing concerns he believes many residents have about the election process. Caccavale, 61, has been a Nevada resident for 27 consecutive years and relocated to Pahrump from Las Vegas four years ago in search of a lifestyle that better suited him. “I decided to relocate to Pahrump from Las Vegas because it was a better fit for my lifestyle,” he said. After purchasing a half-acre parcel and building a home, Caccavale said it was the…

Job seekers in Pahrump will soon have an opportunity to connect directly with employers during the upcoming EmployNV @ NyECC Job Fairs, a two-day hiring event hosted by the NyE Communities Coalition (NyECC). The event is scheduled to take place at the NyECC Activity Center (NAC), located at 1020 E. Wilson Road in Pahrump, and will feature employers conducting on-the-spot interviews with potential candidates. The first job fair session will be held Tuesday, May 26, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., followed by a second session on Wednesday, May 27, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Organizers say the event…

The Pahrump Valley High School Lady Trojans continued their strong postseason run Friday, May 15, battling through a tense defensive showdown to defeat the Virgin Valley Bulldogs 2-0 in the second game of the State Tournament. The victory carried extra meaning for Pahrump Valley, as the Bulldogs had previously handed the Lady Trojans a loss during the regional tournament resulting in a runner-up title. This time, however, the Trojans responded with one of their grittiest performances of the season, combining clutch defense, timely hitting and another dominant outing from freshman pitcher Jaycie Hayes to earn the shutout win. Both teams…

For Amy Jaime, creativity and determination have always gone hand in hand. From growing up in Pahrump and building lifelong friendships at Pahrump Valley High School to performing on stages across the country, Jaime’s journey has been one built on patience, persistence and believing in herself — even when stepping into unfamiliar territory. A 2017 graduate of Pahrump Valley High School, Jaime said many of her earliest influences came from both her family and the close-knit community she grew up in. She credits much of her work ethic and drive to her father, Gerardo Jaime Guzman, who built the family’s…