Author: Amy Veloz

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity flag football team returned to their home field Tuesday, Feb. 3, squaring off against a talented Spring Valley squad in a contest that showcased defensive hustle, determined offensive efforts, and moments of standout individual play as the Lady Trojans continued to compete with heart from start to finish. Pahrump Valley opened the game on defense and immediately set an aggressive tone. On the very first play from scrimmage, Ember Castaneda broke up a deep pass attempt, showing strong coverage and anticipation. Spring Valley continued to test the secondary with another long throw, but…

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…

By Brian Greenlee, RN, MSN Executive Director, Hospice and Palliative Care Southwest Medical Hospice Care, part of Optum In Nevada, just over 19% of adults aged 45 years or older report being a caregiver to a friend of family member.[1] That means many Nevadans are helping a spouse bathe safely, driving a parent to appointments across long stretches of highway, or managing meals, medications, and daily routines for a loved one. Over 18% of those adults reported frequent mental distress because of the emotional and physical demands of caregiving.[2] Nationally, about 63 million Americans are caregivers today, a number that has grown nearly…

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…

After 25 years of serving the Pahrump community, Pahrump Station Laundromat is inviting customers and neighbors to help celebrate a major milestone with a special anniversary event on Saturday, February 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. The morning celebration will feature a grand prize drawing, hourly door prizes, and refreshments, giving attendees plenty of reasons to stop by, say hello, and take part in the festivities. The event is a way for the locally owned laundromat to thank the community for its continued support over the past quarter-century. Located at 1141 S. Highway 160, at the corner of Postal Road…

The Pahrump Valley High School JV boys’ basketball team delivered a well-rounded effort on Wednesday, January 28, rolling to a decisive 56–4 victory over the Cristo Rey Royals in front of the home crowd. From the opening minutes, the Trojans established control on both ends of the floor. By the 4:00 mark of the first quarter, Pahrump Valley had jumped out to a 13–0 lead, fueled by active defense and quick transition offense. Kobe Farmer sparked the early run with a steal that led to a made basket while being fouled, extending the lead to 15–0. The Trojans continued to…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ flag football team traveled to Sierra Vista High School on Friday, January 23, to face one of Nevada’s top-ranked programs in a matchup that also included a special pregame experience with the Las Vegas Raiders. Before kickoff, the Lady Trojans were part of the Raiders’ showcase event, where the team was interviewed and presented with a donation from the Las Vegas Raiders organization. Head Coach Jeff Corbett said the opportunity was a meaningful moment for the program and the athletes. “The Raiders had their showcase with Sierra Vista on Friday and we were a…

The Pahrump Valley High School JV wrestling team competed against a deep and competitive field at the Clark Classic JV Zones on Saturday, January 24, gaining valuable postseason experience and seeing several wrestlers make extended runs through their brackets. Among the highlights of the day were podium finishes from Bryce Whitney and Marlon Garcia, along with a strong fifth-place showing from Cameron Scherer, as the Trojans tested themselves against programs from across Southern Nevada. At 150 pounds, Bryce Whitney delivered one of the most impressive performances of the tournament, finishing third overall. Whitney opened his day with consecutive falls over…

The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team delivered a dominant performance on their home court Wednesday night, overwhelming the Cristo Rey Royals 70–20 with tough defense, crisp ball movement, and scoring contributions from up and down the lineup. The Trojans set the tone immediately. Caden Briscoe opened the scoring with a three-pointer, and Lucas Gavenda followed with a bucket at the 7:40 mark to make it 5–0. After Gavenda was fouled on a shot, Josh Slusher went to work in the paint, pushing the lead to 7–0. Briscoe struck again from the left wing, and moments later Gavenda capitalized…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team delivered a strong all-around performance on Wednesday, January 28, using defensive pressure and balanced scoring to secure a 50–17 home victory over the Cristo Rey Royals. From the opening tip, the Lady Trojans set the tone with a full man-to-man press that immediately disrupted Cristo Rey’s offense. At the 6:15 mark of the first quarter, Riley Saldaña broke through traffic for a pressured layup to open the scoring. Moments later, Addi Nelsen came up with a steal, and although the Trojans couldn’t convert on that possession, their defensive energy never wavered. With…