Author: Amy Veloz
As early voting approaches in Nye County, Stan Hyt is stepping forward as a candidate for Sheriff, offering a perspective shaped by decades in law enforcement and a desire to build stronger connections between deputies and the communities they serve. Hyt brings more than 30 years of experience with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, where he worked as both an officer and supervisor. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration from San Diego State University. While he is relatively new to Pahrump—having lived in the community for about three months—his ties to Nevada stretch…
Pahrump Valley High School students and staff brought plenty of energy, laughter and competitive spirit to the court on Thursday, May 7, as the annual Staff vs. Students basketball game doubled as a fundraiser for the school yearbook program. What began as a strong start for the staff squad turned into a thrilling comeback finish for the students, who erased a late deficit and closed the game on a dramatic run to claim a 53-50 victory inside the PVHS main gym. The opening tip went the staff’s way as Coach Julius controlled the jump ball, helping set the tone early…
Pahrump Valley High School celebrated a major milestone for several senior student-athletes on Friday, May 8, as the school hosted a special signing day ceremony recognizing athletes who have committed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. Family members, friends, coaches, teammates and school staff gathered to honor the seniors during what marked one of the largest signing groups in recent PVHS history. The ceremony highlighted not only the athletes’ accomplishments in competition, but also the years of dedication, hard work and perseverance that helped them reach the next level. The Trojans represented a wide range…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ golf team wrapped up its season with a strong showing at the NIAA State Golf Championship, held Tuesday and Wednesday, May 12-13, at Boulder Creek Golf Club in Boulder City. Competing against some of the top teams in Nevada, the Trojans battled through two days of challenging play to finish fourth overall in the state with a team score of 670. The Trojans entered the second day firmly in contention after an impressive opening round on Tuesday. Aaron Rily led the way for Pahrump Valley with a round of 77, while Travis Floyd followed…
Two Pahrump Valley High School students are preparing for an exciting opportunity this summer, and the community is coming together to help make it happen. PVHS Theatre Troupe 4576 members Zachary LeBlanc and Addie Allen have earned the opportunity to attend the 2025-2026 International Thespian Festival (ITF), set to take place this summer in Bloomington, Indiana at Indiana University. The prestigious event is considered one of the premier experiences available to high school theater students from across the country. LeBlanc and Allen qualified after their duet performance ranked among the top 15 percent in the region, a recognition that highlights…
For Dan Pineau, a run for Nye County Sheriff is less about stepping into a new role and more about continuing a long-standing commitment to a community he has spent nearly three decades serving. Drawing on more than 20 years in local law enforcement, Pineau says his decision to enter the race is rooted in both professional experience and personal connection to the people who call Nye County home. Pineau brings more than two decades of law enforcement experience within Nye County, a place he says has been both the foundation of his career and his personal life. “I’ve dedicated…
The Pahrump Valley High School baseball team opened Regional Tournament play Thursday, May 7 in Boulder City with a competitive matchup against The Meadows Mustangs, battling through a back-and-forth contest before falling 4-3 in the opening game of the tournament. Despite the result, the Trojans showed strong defense, timely hitting and another solid outing on the mound from Sammy Mendoza, who worked all six innings for Pahrump Valley while striking out five batters and allowing just five hits. Pahrump Valley wasted little time getting on the board in the top of the first inning. Tony Whitney started the game with…
The Pahrump Valley Little League Senior Division playoffs continued Tuesday, May 12, with the A’s and Dodgers battling through a back-and-forth contest that featured timely hitting, aggressive base running and momentum swings throughout all six innings. The A’s struck first in the top of the opening inning against Dodgers starter Caleb Morales. After Andrew Chastain was retired on a pop out and Kasen Smith went down looking, Anthony Aguilar worked a walk to keep the inning alive. Bentley Shannon followed with a hard-hit single to center field, moving Aguilar to third before Jose Aguilar delivered the first big hit of…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys golf team turned in a strong two-day performance at the NIAA Regional Tournament hosted at Mountain Falls Golf Club on Wednesday, May 6 and Thursday, May 7, earning a third-place team finish and securing a trip to the State Tournament in Boulder City. Competing on their home course, the Trojans showcased consistency throughout the regional event, with multiple golfers finishing near the top of the standings against a competitive field. Leading the way for Pahrump Valley on day one was Aaron Rily, who posted an opening-round score of 82. Brody Myers followed closely with…
Pahrump Valley High School’s Culinary Program closed out the school year with one of its most imaginative and immersive senior dinners yet, transforming the dining room into a fantasy-inspired world filled with glowing lights, themed performances and a carefully crafted menu designed entirely around the evening’s concept. The event, titled the “Royal Fae Feast,” was the creative vision of senior Breanna Smiley, a second-year culinary student who combined two of her biggest passions—culinary arts and RPG Club—to create a dinner experience unlike any previous senior showcase. From the moment guests entered the dining room, the atmosphere set the tone for…