Author: Amy Veloz

Community members will have an opportunity to meet local candidate Matt Sadler and learn more about his campaign during the upcoming Retake Commission 5 Fundraising Reception, scheduled for Friday, February 20, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Steelbound on Highway 160. Hosted by the Committee to Elect Matt Sadler, the event is designed to give residents a chance to connect directly with Sadler while supporting his campaign for Nye County Commission District 5. The venue, located at 1101 NV-160 in Pahrump and formerly known as Pourhouse, will serve as the gathering place for supporters and community members throughout the evening.…

A new community program launching next month aims to bring creativity, connection and meaningful social engagement to local adults experiencing memory loss, while also offering support to caregivers and families. NYESPACE is introducing Opening Minds through Art (OMA), a six-week dementia-friendly art program designed to foster dignity, confidence and personal connection through guided creative expression. The program marks the first time this type of specialized dementia-friendly arts programming has been offered locally, creating an accessible opportunity for older adults in the Pahrump community to engage socially in a calm, supportive environment. Opening Minds through Art focuses not on artistic ability,…

As the spring sports season gets underway, the Pahrump Valley High School boys golf team is preparing for what longtime Head Coach Bob Hopkins believes could be a very promising year. With strong returning talent, new additions to the roster, and a schedule that brings several major events closer to home, the Trojans enter the season with both experience and optimism on their side. One of the biggest changes this year comes on the coaching staff. After approximately 25 years assisting alongside Hopkins, longtime coach Steve Nygaard has stepped back from his regular role. While Nygaard will no longer serve…

The Pahrump Valley High School wrestling team closed out its season with an impressive showing at the NIAA 3A State Wrestling Championships, held February 13–14, 2026 in Winnemucca, highlighted by an individual state champion, multiple podium finishes and a sixth-place overall team finish that underscored the continued strength of the Trojan program. Against a field filled with the state’s top talent, the Trojans battled through two intense days of competition, proving they belonged among Nevada’s best. Head Coach Antonio Sandoval, completing his first season leading the program, praised both the team’s performance at state and the collective effort shown throughout…

By Ori DeVera, DO Southwest Medical, part of Optum The start of daylight saving time on March 8 and turning our clocks an hour ahead for another six months, also marks an influx of news coverage on the pros and cons of continuing to observe the practice. Some studies have shown that changing the clocks twice a year can be detrimental to the body’s circadian rhythm and overall health and safety.[1] During the spring transition from standard time to daylight saving time, some research has also shown an increase in missed medical appointments, emergency room visits and return visits to the hospital.[2]…

By David Morris, MDCardiologistSouthwest Medical, part of Optum As a physician, I often hear a variation on this: “I’m just a night owl. That is how I’ve always been.” For some people, staying up late feels natural. But emerging research suggests that our body clocks may have real consequences for heart health.[1] A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that night owls, particularly women, who stay up late, have poorer overall cardiac health.[2] Researchers noted that night owls were associated with a 79% higher prevalence of poorer heart health than intermediate sleep types.[3] Heart disease is…

Pahrump Valley High School is preparing to make history this spring as the Trojans debut their first-ever Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) sanctioned boys volleyball team. While a boys volleyball club has existed in recent years, the 2026 season marks the first time the program will compete officially at the high school level — a milestone many student-athletes have been working toward for years. Leading the inaugural team is Head Coach Amber Lugo, who also serves as the school’s girls volleyball coach. Although Lugo was not involved during the club years, she has quickly recognized the passion and dedication that…

For Madison “Madi” Rodriguez, the journey to collegiate softball began long before recruiting emails, campus visits, or conversations about the future. It started with a glove, a bat, and a love for the game that took root at an early age and steadily grew into a defining part of her life. Madi’s softball background spans more than a decade and includes nearly every level of the sport available to a young athlete. Her introduction to organized athletics came at just four years old, when she stepped onto the field for the first time. “I started playing t-ball when I was…

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.…

Desert View Hospital is preparing to mark a significant milestone this spring, inviting the community to join in celebrating 20 years of providing healthcare services to the Pahrump Valley. The 20th Anniversary Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and will be held on the Desert View Hospital campus, offering a family-friendly day filled with food, entertainment, and community appreciation. The celebration is designed as a thank-you to the community that has supported the hospital over the past two decades, bringing together residents, families, and local organizations for an afternoon of festivities and connection.…