Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School wrestling team delivered a historic and dominant performance at the Regional Championship on Saturday, February 7, at Virgin Valley High School, capturing the team title while qualifying all 18 wrestlers for the upcoming state tournament. The Trojans finished atop the standings with 235 team points, outpacing runner-up Moapa Valley (207.5), followed by Boulder City (148), Virgin Valley (120), The Meadows (97), and Equipo Academy (56). The championship marked another milestone for a program that has steadily built momentum in recent seasons, highlighted by individual champions, multiple podium finishes, and depth across nearly every weight class.…
Pahrump Station Laundromat marked a major milestone on Saturday, February 7, as the locally loved business celebrated its 25th anniversary with a special community event. Held from 9 a.m. to noon, the celebration welcomed community members who stopped by to honor the laundromat’s long-standing presence in Pahrump and the relationships built over the past quarter century. Owners Judy Maughan and Cindy Colucci, manager Michelle Harkness, along with several dedicated staff members, personally greeted guests throughout the morning, creating a welcoming and festive atmosphere that reflected the business’s community-centered values. Attendees enjoyed refreshments including popcorn, cookies, hot chocolate, and hot apple…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team earned a decisive 43-24 victory over the Moapa Valley Pirates in the Region Quarterfinals on Wednesday night at home. After splitting games during the regular season, the Lady Trojans entered the postseason matchup with determination and a focused game plan aimed at securing the win. With the victory, the Trojans advance to the Region Semifinals, where they will host Virgin Valley on Friday, February 13 at 6:20 p.m. at PVHS. Pahrump set the tone early, winning the opening tip and immediately battling through Moapa Valley’s full-court press. While the Pirates applied pressure…
The Pahrump Valley High School Theatre Department opened its production of Monty Python’s Spamalot to a mostly packed house, delivering an energetic and hilarious performance that kept audiences laughing from curtain rise to final bow. The two-act musical, running approximately two hours, combined sharp wit, lively musical numbers, strong choreography, and comedic timing that frequently brought waves of laughter so loud it briefly drowned out the next line of dialogue. From start to finish, the cast demonstrated a strong command of both the physical and vocal demands of the well-known comedic production. Leading the production was Zachary LeBlanc as King…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team delivered one of the most exciting wins in recent program history Tuesday night, edging Green Valley Christian 57-56 in a heart-stopping Region Quarterfinal matchup. The fifth-seeded Trojans traveled to face the fourth-seeded Guardians and returned home with a playoff victory, showcasing grit, teamwork, and composure under pressure. Pahrump Valley wasted no time setting the tone, winning the opening tip and striking first. Both teams came out in man-to-man defense, with Keir Sheppard tasked with guarding GV Christian’s top shooter from the opening possession. The early minutes featured strong physical play, highlighted by…
The dust flew and the competition was fierce as the Pahrump Valley Jr. High/High School Rodeo Club hosted its rodeo event February 6-8, 2026, bringing together talented young athletes from across the region for two days of competition. Contestants competed across a variety of rodeo disciplines, working toward overall average standings determined by the combined times or scores from both days of competition. With strong performances, supportive crowds, and excellent weather, the event showcased both the skill and dedication of the area’s youth rodeo athletes. According to Rodeo Club Director Buddy Krebs, the event was a success from start to…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ varsity basketball team closed out its regular season at home on Friday, February 6, hosting the Boulder City Eagles in a Senior Night matchup that honored student-athletes for their dedication to their programs. While the Trojans ultimately fell 71-55, the night was filled with meaningful recognition, energetic moments, and a competitive contest that remained within reach for much of the game. Before tipoff, Pahrump Valley celebrated its senior members of the cheer and boys’ basketball programs. Seniors recognized from the PVHS Cheer Team included Kyndra Cardwell, Micaela Carson and Ana Mateos. On the basketball…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity flag football team wrapped up its home schedule on Thursday, February 5, hosting the Amplus Archers in a game that reflected the program’s growth, determination, and team-first spirit throughout the season. Before kickoff, the evening opened with an emotional Senior Night ceremony as six Lady Trojans were honored alongside their families for their dedication to the program. Recognized seniors included Leah-Marie Cooper, Aaliyah Fries, Diona Nixon, Tiffany Sartin, and Savannah Thompson, as well as manager Delaney Abbatte. Once the game began, Pahrump Valley quickly showcased the effort and aggressiveness that had defined the…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ junior varsity basketball team closed out its home schedule on a high note Friday, February 6, earning a strong 42-33 victory over the Boulder City Eagles. The Lady Trojans set the tone early with aggressive defense, balanced scoring, and consistent teamwork, delivering a confident performance in front of their home crowd. Pahrump wasted little time getting on the scoreboard, as Aurora Bowers opened the game with a determined drive to the basket for the first points of the night. The Lady Trojans quickly built momentum as Addi Nelsen found Cindal Monahan inside for another…
A brand-new spectacle is heading to Southern Nevada as tickets are now on sale for the inaugural 2026 International Fireworks Championship Las Vegas, an event expected to draw thousands of spectators for an evening of cutting-edge pyrotechnics, live entertainment, and world-record attempts. The first-year event is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 21, at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, bringing together elite fireworks teams from around the globe for a high-energy competition unlike traditional fireworks displays. Presented by BLAST! EVENTS, a family-owned pyrotechnics company with more than three decades of experience, the championship will showcase four internationally recognized fireworks teams,…