Author: Amy Veloz
Nine Pahrump Valley High School choir students recently achieved one of the highest honors available to high school vocalists in Nevada, earning selection to the Nevada Music Educators Association (NMEA) All-State Choir and representing their school and community on a statewide stage. Under the direction of Pahrump Valley High School choir instructor Dr. Benjamin Gooch, the students underwent a demanding audition process that required both technical precision and musical artistry. Each student prepared scales and musical excerpts that were evaluated by professional adjudicators from across Nevada, competing against talented vocalists from throughout the state. Selected to the 2026 NMEA All-State…
When Calvada Marketplace first opened its doors in Pahrump in July 2024 under the name Boss Babe, it was envisioned as a shared retail space where local vendors could sell their products year-round rather than relying solely on pop-ups and special events. Less than two years later, the shop has evolved into a fully realized marketplace reflecting both the growth of its vendor community and a broader vision for collaborative retail in the area. Owned by Jonathon Fischer, Calvada Marketplace represents a rebrand and expansion of the original concept, aligning the store’s identity more closely with what it has become.…
For longtime Pahrump residents, Kevin Roberts is a familiar name—not from bookstore shelves at first, but from classrooms in the Nye County School District. For more than two decades, Roberts helped shape young readers, guiding sixth graders through stories that sparked imagination, encouraged empathy, and quietly taught lessons that stretched far beyond vocabulary and comprehension. Now retired and living in Pahrump with his wife Kerry, Roberts has returned to those same values through a different medium: fiction. His novel, The Old Man on the Mountain, is the culmination of years of teaching, personal experience, and reflection. While it may be…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team delivered a gritty and competitive performance Friday night in Moapa, staying within striking distance for all four quarters before falling 49–44 to the Moapa Valley Pirates in a tightly contested matchup. Both teams opened the game playing aggressive defense, with scoring opportunities difficult to come by in the early minutes. Ella Odegard drew the first foul of the game for the Trojans and earned a trip to the free-throw line, setting the tone for Pahrump’s willingness to attack the basket. Moapa answered with an early field goal before Autumn Colon picked up…
In a game that showcased both sportsmanship and relentless defensive intensity, the Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team delivered a strong performance on the road Wednesday night, defeating The Meadows Mustangs 46–12. From honoring a senior opponent at tipoff to unleashing a suffocating full-court press that dictated the pace for four quarters, the Lady Trojans balanced class and competitiveness in a statement late-season win. Before the opening whistle, both teams agreed to allow an injured Meadows senior to score the first basket on her Senior Night, setting a respectful and memorable tone for the contest. Pahrump quickly responded as…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ wrestling team stepped onto one of the biggest stages of their season January 30-31, competing in the state qualifying tournament at Clark High School. Facing some of the toughest competition from across Southern Nevada, the Lady Trojans battled with determination, wrapping up their season while helping lay the foundation for the continued growth of the program. Competing in the 125-pound weight class, Sarah Penner represented Pahrump Valley with resilience throughout the tournament. Penner opened her run in the championship bracket against Sierra Vista’s Esme Valenzuela. Despite a tough matchup, Penner remained aggressive and continued…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ B basketball team took the court at Liberty High School on Saturday, January 31, facing Del Sol and Sierra Vista in a pair of competitive matchups that showcased the Trojans’ ability to battle through momentum swings and stay engaged from start to finish. With the season nearing its final stretch, the doubleheader gave Pahrump Valley another opportunity to test itself against strong opponents while continuing to sharpen its execution on both ends of the floor. The Trojans opened the day against Del Sol in a game that started as a defensive battle, with both…
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,…
The Pahrump Valley High School Cheer Team continued to build momentum in its return to competitive cheer, delivering another standout performance at the Shadow Ridge competition on Saturday, January 31. The Trojans earned a second-place finish in their division, posting a clean routine with zero deductions and finishing just 2.2 points behind first-place Somerset Sky Pointe. Head Coach Marshira Nelson praised the team’s effort and growth throughout the season, noting that the athletes showcased significant improvements in areas they had worked diligently to refine since their previous competition. “This weekend’s competition was really good. They did amazing,” Nelson said. The…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ junior varsity flag football team continued to showcase hustle, teamwork, and determination as they hosted Spring Valley on Tuesday, February 3. While the scoreboard ultimately showed a 26-6 loss, the Lady Trojans delivered a performance filled with defensive stops, creative offensive looks, and relentless effort from start to finish. Spring Valley opened the game with possession and immediately faced resistance from the Pahrump defense. On an early fourth-down conversion attempt, Keelee Gieni came up with a key flag pull to keep the play from turning into a bigger gain. Spring Valley continued to push…