Author: Amy Veloz
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…
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…
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 spotlight was shining bright on Pahrump Valley High School theatre students as they delivered standout performances at the Southern Nevada Regional Thespys, held January 31 at The Meadows. The Trojans returned home celebrating. “This weekend was incredible!! Most awards EVER!” PVHS Theatre Direct Dr. Duvall shared, reflecting the excitement surrounding the students’ accomplishments and the continued growth of the PVHS theatre program. Among the highlights of the competition, two student duos earned prestigious Top 15% Regional Superior ratings, placing them among the strongest performances in the region. Kylee Siegmund and Luigi DeAngelis received the distinction for their Two-Person Scene…
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…
Facing one of the league’s toughest environments late in the regular season, the Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team traveled to The Meadows on Wednesday, February 4, looking to sharpen its execution and maintain momentum as postseason play approaches. While the Mustangs ultimately secured the win, the Trojans continued to compete possession-by-possession, showing flashes of offensive production and resilience that carried through all four quarters. The Mustangs opened quickly, knocking down a three-pointer on their first scoring opportunity to take a 3-0 lead. Lucas Gavenda drew contact early in the contest, getting to the free throw line at 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…
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 girls’ flag football team took on a challenging road matchup Monday, January 26, facing the Somerset Sky Pointe Eagles at Somerset Sky Pointe. While the Lady Trojans came up short on the scoreboard in a 32–0 final, the game reflected a team that continues to compete from start to finish, showing physical effort, steady defensive play, and moments of progress on both sides of the ball. Pahrump Valley opened the game leaning on a mix of runs and quarterback keepers, looking to establish rhythm early. Anjolina Mercado broke free for a long run on the…