Author: Amy Veloz

On Thursday, December 18, a small group of students from Pahrump Valley High School brought the spirit of the season to Mt. Charleston Elementary, delivering 250 handmade toys created by students enrolled in Mr. Nelson’s building construction classes. Wearing Santa hats and big smiles, the high school students arrived just in time for Mt. Charleston’s pajama day, adding an extra layer of excitement to the morning. Each pre-kindergarten student received a handcrafted toy along with a candy cane, turning the visit into a joyful and memorable holiday experience. The project highlighted both craftsmanship and community connection, giving students the opportunity…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team closed out pool play at the HBCU High School Basketball Holiday Jam with a hard-earned 40–35 victory over the Valley Vikings on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Valley High School. Presented by “Fearless” Freddie Banks, the holiday tournament matchup showcased the Lady Trojans’ composure, defensive pressure, and ability to finish strong in a tight contest. Pahrump set the tone early with energy on both ends. After forcing a jump ball on the opening tip and regaining possession, Addi Nelsen opened the scoring with a smooth jumper near the elbow. Moments later, Nelsen…

The third annual Shop with a Cop event took place on Saturday, December 20, 2025, bringing a morning of connection, encouragement, and holiday joy to foster children living in the Pahrump community. Organized by Tammy Engel with the Nye County Sheriff’s Office, the event paired local deputies with children for a hands-on experience designed to build trust, confidence, and lasting relationships. This year’s event included 27 deputies and 33 children from Pahrump. Deputies personally picked up their assigned children from home and brought them to the local VFW, where a warm breakfast of pancakes and sausage was served. The meal…

WHO IS OPPOSED TO LETTING the PEOPLE OF PAHRUMP VOTE “YES” or “NO” TO THE QUESTION? Do you wonder WHO they are and WHY they are opposed??? The question I am proposing for the BALLOT is whether or not the Town of Pahrump should have an “Elected” Town Board beginning in January 2027 as a result of the November 2026 election. If NO, vote NO; and if YES, vote YES.  But VOTE and allow others to VOTE !!!!! Are you listening to the FALSE Claims or are you looking at REALITY? Here’s another FALSE Claim that I hear over and over. …

The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans closed out tournament play on a high note Tuesday, Dec. 23, defeating Nazareth Regional High School of New York, 63–42, behind relentless defensive pressure and balanced scoring throughout all four quarters. Pahrump Valley won the opening tip and immediately went to work on both ends of the floor. Keir Sheppard was active early, tipping a Lucas Gavenda attempt back toward the rim before Gavenda was whistled for an over-the-back foul minutes later. Gavenda later knocked down a three to give the Trojans a 7–5 edge, while Aydon Veloz did the dirty work inside, boxing…

The Pahrump Valley High School varsity boys’ wrestling team delivered a strong, well-rounded performance at the Virgin Valley Bulldog Growler tournament, held Friday and Saturday, December 19–20, 2025, at Virgin Valley High School in Mesquite. Competing against a deep field of regional opponents, the Trojans finished third as a team, showcasing both experienced leadership and promising depth across the lineup. Several Pahrump wrestlers battled their way onto the podium. At 106 pounds, Timothy Stutzman earned a third-place finish, racking up 16 team points. After an early pin in the quarterfinals, Stutzman rebounded from a narrow semifinal loss to secure two…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team closed out play at the HBCU High School Basketball Holiday Jam with a developmental matchup against the Vegas High School Wildcats on Tuesday, December 23, at Valley High School. With tournament placement decided, the Lady Trojans used the finale as an opportunity to give extended minutes to their bench and build depth for the remainder of the season. Vegas entered the game after earning runner-up medals in their previous contest, while Pahrump emphasized pressure defense and team development from the opening tip. The Lady Trojans came out pressing early, forcing a turnover…

The Pahrump Valley High School Trojanettes are inviting young dancers from across the community to step onto the floor and experience what it’s like to dance alongside the high school team during their upcoming PVHS JR Trojanette Dance Camp, a fundraiser supporting the Trojanettes program. The dance camp will take place on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the PVHS Pathways Gym. Open to participants ages 5 to 14, the camp offers a fun and energetic evening designed to introduce younger dancers to basic routines while building confidence, coordination, and school spirit. For a $35…

Last-minute holiday shoppers will have one more chance to check items off their Christmas lists when the 3rd Annual Santa’s Last Stop Shop pops up at Our Place Coffee on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Held at 1401 S. Highway 160, the festive pop-up brings together a wide variety of local makers and small businesses, offering a one-stop shopping experience just days before Christmas. Shoppers can browse an eclectic mix of handcrafted and curated items, including upcycled clothing, custom hats, bags, bows, shirts, accessories, wine bottle holders, stove top covers, and even a fun “blind…

Families in the Pahrump community will have an opportunity to pick up a free Christmas dinner later this month thanks to a partnership between WCC Construction and the PRSH Foundation. The organizations will host a Free Christmas Turkey Meal Giveaway on Friday, December 19, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The event will be held as a drive-thru distribution in the Smith’s parking area between Smith’s and Burger King. Meals will be provided to the first 150 people who arrive, helping families prepare a traditional holiday dinner at no cost. Each giveaway package will include a turkey, five pounds of potatoes, cans…