Author: Amy Veloz

The Pahrump Valley High School Cross Country team continued its impressive season with solid performances across multiple divisions at the “O’Dea Frosh-Soph” meet, held Tuesday, October 7, at Desert Breeze Park. The 2.5-mile course featured rolling hills and long stretches of grass, offering a unique challenge that tested endurance and pacing for the younger runners. In the freshman boys race, the Trojans were missing several teammates but still made a strong showing. Kris Trejo led the way with an 18:04.6 finish, while Isaiah Veloz crossed the line at 27:04.1. Both athletes showed determination on the demanding terrain and represented the…

The Pahrump Valley High School gym glowed with shades of pink on Thursday night as fans gathered for the annual “Pink Game” in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It was a night filled with energy, spirit, and teamwork—culminating in a clean sweep for all three Trojans volleyball teams, with the B Team, Junior Varsity, and Varsity each earning well-deserved wins against Cristo Rey. The evening opened with the B Team showing poise and determination from the first serve. Ariana Apolinar started strong, delivering multiple aces that quickly built momentum. Isabella Calixto and Kendra Jones helped the Trojans maintain control…

The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ soccer team is gearing up for their Second Annual Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser, set for Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Petrack Park Field B. The event promises an evening full of friendly competition, food, and fun—all in support of the Trojans’ soccer program. Teams can register for $40 per team to compete in a double-elimination cornhole tournament, with all proceeds going directly to the PVHS boys’ soccer team. The evening will also feature a Chicken Chucking Contest with a $5 buy-in, sure to add some laughs to the competition.…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ soccer program wrapped up another strong outing on Monday, October 6, as both the junior varsity and varsity teams delivered standout performances against Desert Pines in Las Vegas. The JV squad capped their season with a perfect record, while the varsity team earned an important win against a 4A opponent. For the junior varsity Lady Trojans, the night was all about teamwork, precision, and poise. They finished their season undefeated at 8–0, shutting out the Jaguars 8–0 in their final match. Leading the charge was Raylee Smith, scoring four of the team’s goals. The…

By Hilary Schroeder, MDSouthwest Medical, part of Optum It’s that time of year again, when millions of Americans across the country will have the opportunity to select or switch their health insurance benefits for the coming year. The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period takes place October 15 through December 7 each year. For many older adults and caregivers, the process of choosing a Medicare plan can be challenging. Learning the lingo can help guide you in the right direction. Eligibility You may be eligible for Medicare benefits if: Types of Coverage You can choose Original Medicare provided by the government or…

The Pahrump Valley High School Lady Trojans volleyball team dominated on the road against the Democracy Prep Knights, sweeping the match in three straight sets through disciplined serving, strong net play, and sharp communication across all rotations. The first set opened with a commanding serving streak from Henna Maiava, who fired off four consecutive aces before a serve into the net broke her rhythm. The Trojans maintained their lead behind Heavenly Ware’s powerful spikes and Riley Saldaña’s deep shots to the back court. Nala Dalton rotated in to serve, helping to keep momentum steady while Miani Freitas-Faamai and Marayah Waller…

The Rosemary Clarke Sharks traveled to Indian Springs for an eventful cross-country meet held on Saturday, September 27th. The challenging course, which saw a field of 42 male runners and 48 female runners from various schools compete, was run mostly on a gravel trail through the desert. It featured two prominent hills, demanding high effort from every athlete. The day was ultimately marked by strong performances across both the boys’ and girls’ rosters. Coach Ben Veloz commented on the successful meet and the challenging venue, stating, “This was the first time we have traveled to this race. It was a great small-town setting and a challenging course. Coach Floyd and I have seen our runners getting stronger…

First graders from Community Christian Academy (CCA) experienced a hands-on lesson in agriculture when they toured Green Life Produce this week, getting the chance to see how vegetables grow—and even harvest carrots themselves. The visit was part of CCA’s “farm day” program, designed to help students better understand where their food comes from. “We wanted to come out because we’re doing a farm day program with the school,” explained first grade teacher Mrs. Diedrick. “We thought this would be a great place for them to learn about farming and how vegetables are grown, and to see that there’s a little…

The Pahrump Valley High School cross country team continued its impressive fall season with two major showings in Arizona—competing first at the prestigious Desert Twilight meet in Mesa on Friday, September 26, and then at the Coronado Weekday race on Tuesday, September 30. Both events provided valuable experience, new personal records, and standout performances across the board. At the Desert Twilight Invitational, one of the largest meets in the country featuring more than 6,000 athletes, the Trojans took advantage of the fast course and competitive field. “The Boys team finished 12th out of 75 teams in the Varsity race—the only…

The Rosemary Clarke Middle School Sharks A Team gave fans an exciting matchup on Thursday, September 25, when they faced Lake Mead Christian Academy at home. The Sharks played with grit and teamwork through all three sets, showing determination and steady improvement as the night went on. The opening set saw RCMS adjusting to Lake Mead’s strong serving, with players like Milea Freitas-Faamai and Emri Wulfenstein making key plays at the net. Despite strong efforts from the Sharks, Lake Mead pulled ahead to take the first set 25–18. The second set, however, turned into one of the most thrilling comebacks…