Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School track and field team hosted a multi-team meet on Thursday, March 12, welcoming Beatty, Green Valley, Laughlin, Round Mountain and Tonopah to Trojan territory for a full afternoon of competition. With a large invitational meet scheduled the very next day in Virgin Valley, the Trojans approached the home meet with a strategic mindset. Many varsity athletes limited their workload to just one or two events—or sat out entirely—giving younger athletes and depth pieces an opportunity to gain valuable race experience while still allowing several top performers to shine. Even with a modified lineup, Pahrump Valley…
The Pahrump Valley High School softball team put together an impressive showing on Friday, March 13 at the St. George Classic, delivering two strong performances in back-to-back games against South Summit and Skyline. Behind dominant pitching, aggressive base running and timely hitting, the Trojans controlled both matchups from start to finish. In their opening game against South Summit, the Trojans wasted no time setting the tone. With Jaycie Hayes in the circle, Pahrump’s defense came out sharp, retiring the side in order in the top of the first with two fly outs and a ground out. Offensively, the Trojans struck…
After opening the St. George Classic with two strong wins on Friday, the Pahrump Valley High School softball team returned to action Saturday for a full slate of three evening games, taking on Page, Hurricane and Highland in a demanding stretch of competition. The Trojans went 2-1 on the day, finishing the tournament with an impressive 4-1 overall record while showcasing explosive offense, aggressive baserunning and solid pitching throughout the weekend. The first game of the day saw the Trojans deliver one of their most dominant offensive performances of the tournament in a 16-5 win over the Page Sand Devils.…
The Pahrump Valley High School softball team showcased a complete and disciplined performance on their home field Tuesday, March 17, earning a 5-0 victory over Needles behind strong pitching, solid defense and timely hitting. With Evalenne Armendariz getting the start in the circle, the Trojans set the tone early with steady defensive play. Although Needles opened the game with a leadoff single to left field, Armendariz and the defense quickly settled in. A ground out to third, followed by a strikeout and a fly out to left, ended the inning without any damage. Pahrump’s offense was quiet in the bottom…
If you’ve been around town lately, you may have heard whispers that something big is happening at FD Candy. As it turns out, the rumors are true. The popular local sweets shop recently confirmed that it is planning a move to a larger location near Mom’s Diner, marking an exciting new chapter for the growing Pahrump business. The new space will be nearly twice the size of the current shop, giving the FD Candy team more room to do what they love—serving up dirty sodas, coffee, milkshakes, soft serve ice cream, popcorn, cotton candy and, of course, plenty of house-made…
The Pahrump Valley High School Lady Trojans softball team traveled to St. George, Utah, on Friday, March 6, to compete in the March Warm Up ELITE Varsity pool-play tournament, opening the event with an impressive pair of victories against the Manti Templars and the Green Canyon Wolves. Facing teams from outside Nevada, the Trojans showcased both offensive production and strong pitching in their first two games of the tournament, earning an 8-2 win over Manti in the opener before following it up with a commanding 14-4 victory over Green Canyon later in the day. In their first matchup of the…
Students from the Pahrump Valley High School (PVHS) theatre department spent several days immersed in performance, leadership and celebration of the arts while attending the Nevada State Thespian Conference, held Wednesday, March 4 through Saturday, March 7 in Boulder City. The annual event brings together theatre students from across the state to participate in workshops, performances, leadership activities and scholarship opportunities, giving young performers a chance to develop their craft while connecting with peers who share their passion for the stage. Among those representing PVHS were two students serving in major leadership roles within the state organization. Chase Moore and…
The Pahrump Valley High School baseball team faced a challenging matchup on Tuesday, March 10, traveling to take on the Legacy Longhorns, a Class 4A program. Despite a strong stretch in the middle innings and several solid defensive plays, the Trojans ultimately fell 9–4 in the non-league contest. Pahrump showed early that it was ready to compete with the larger-school opponent, as both teams opened the game with strong defensive efforts. The Trojans were unlucky in the top of the first inning, hitting the ball hard but finding gloves each time. Lead-off hitter Tony Whitney grounded out to shortstop, CJ…
Members of the Pahrump Valley Jr. High/High School Rodeo Club traveled to Las Vegas on Saturday, March 7, to compete at the South Point Arena, taking on a strong field of competitors while showcasing determination, skill and sportsmanship across a wide range of rodeo events. The competition featured events spanning both junior high and high school divisions, giving local riders and ropers an opportunity to test their abilities against talented athletes from across the region. One of the standout performances for the Pahrump group came in the junior high bull riding event, where Milo Albers delivered a strong ride, earning…
By Girisha Kaur, MD Southwest Medical, part of Optum Good nutrition is one of the most important elements in helping to ensure current and future generations of Americans live healthy lives,[1] yet despite proven health benefits, Americans are not consuming enough fruits and vegetables in their diet.[2] According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), fewer than 1 in 10 children and adults eat their recommended daily amount of vegetables. Not surprisingly, people with healthy eating habits tend to live longer and have lower risks for serious health issues, such as type 2 diabetes, obesity and heart disease.[3] So what are the most important guidelines…