Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School junior varsity boys’ soccer team impressed their home crowd on Monday, September 22, with an 8-3 victory over Founders Classical Academy of Las Vegas. From the opening whistle, the Trojans showed determination, spreading the ball across the field and capitalizing on their opportunities. Joseph Kirkpatrick took on goalkeeping duties for Pahrump Valley, holding steady as the team’s third-string keeper. Early on, Ryan Nunez Manzo opened the scoring with a strong finish, quickly giving the Trojans momentum. Minutes later, Omar Becerra Gastelum converted on a penalty kick to extend the lead. A smart play at midfield…
By Mary Esele, APRN Optum Breast Care According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States.[1] In the U.S. in 2022, there were about 279,731 new cases of breast cancer reported in females.[2] While breast cancer is mostly found in women, about 1 out of every 100 diagnosis in the U.S. is found in men.[3] October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a health observance that reminds us to be aware of breast cancer symptoms and risk factors and the steps we can take to improve our health and…
The Pahrump Valley High School junior varsity girls’ soccer team delivered a strong performance at home on Thursday, September 18, earning a decisive 3-0 victory over Cimarron. From the opening whistle, goalkeeper Jazmyn Herrera anchored the defense with confident stops, including a chest-level save on a deep penalty kick late in the first half. Despite playing into the wind, the Trojans kept pressing forward. Raylee Smith nearly broke through with multiple looks on goal, while Mitzy Godinez and Avery Farruggia pushed the ball up the field, testing Cimarron’s back line. Mary Miller also created chances, forcing the keeper to scramble…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ tennis team gave it their all in a close match against Coral Academy on Wednesday, September 17, but came up just short in a narrow 10-8 defeat. Despite the final score, the Trojans had several standout performances. Singles player Lucas Johnson was a force on the court, sweeping all three of his matches to deliver crucial points for Pahrump. Fellow singles competitor Jace Eichner added two wins, while Sonny Skinner fought through a tough lineup to claim another set for the Trojans. In doubles play, the team of Bryce Dykstra and Juan Rodriguez came…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans delivered a commanding performance on Friday, September 19, as they traveled to Las Vegas and overpowered the Cheyenne Desert Shields, 58-14. From the opening kickoff, Pahrump Valley seized momentum and showcased balance on both sides of the ball, racking up touchdowns while keeping constant pressure on Cheyenne’s offense. The opening drive set the tone for the night. Starting at their own 22-yard line, Preston Dockter carried the load with several strong runs, including a 20-yard pickup to move the Trojans into scoring position. Kayne Horibe then pitched the ball to Austin Alvarez, who pushed…
The Pahrump Valley High School cross country team took on a challenging 3-mile course at Buffalo Park in Flagstaff, Arizona, on Saturday, September 20, racing at an elevation of approximately 7,200 feet. Despite the thinner air and shorter distance than a traditional 5K, the Trojans put together a strong showing across all divisions, with several athletes finishing in the top 20 to earn medals. In the girls varsity race, Kaylan Robinson led the Trojans with a time of 21:35.19, placing 13th overall. She was followed by Rylan Bliss, who secured 25th overall at 22:18.07. Alexis Clouser crossed in 44th with…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ soccer teams put on strong performances Tuesday, September 16, in Moapa, with the Junior Varsity squad earning another victory and the Varsity team playing its best game of the season in a thrilling 1-1 draw. The Junior Varsity team continued its winning ways, defeating Moapa 2-0. Both Avery Farriggia and Melissa Nunez-Ramirez controlled the ball well, fired off multiple shots on goal, and each scored one of the Trojans’ tallies. Defensively, the back line of Melanie Carson, Kylee Lusk, Michell Villalobos, and Bell Ofseur worked seamlessly together, limiting Moapa’s chances and giving the keeper…
The Pahrump Valley High School cross country team delivered a strong performance on Saturday, September 13, at the Clark County Fairgrounds in a meet hosted by Moapa Valley High School. Competing across three divisions, the Trojans recorded standout individual times, set new personal and season records, and captured the boys’ varsity team title. In the boys’ Varsity B race, the Trojans showed steady improvement and resilience. Evan Risk led the way for Pahrump, finishing 21st overall with a personal record of 22:19.7. He was closely followed by Mozes Quinonez, who placed 24th overall with a personal best of 22:45.0. Not…
The morning of Thursday, September 11, 2025, saw the Pahrump community gather at the Calvada Eye for a solemn ceremony marking the 24th anniversary of the attacks on September 11, 2001. Hosted by the Pahrump Valley Rotary Club, the remembrance brought together residents, civic leaders, and first responders for a morning of reflection, unity, and gratitude. The program began promptly at 8:30 a.m. with the Nye County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard presenting the colors. Pastor Robert Roth led the invocation, offering a heartfelt prayer that acknowledged the grief still carried by many but also emphasized the hope and strength that…
When Josh Osborne opened the doors of Great Computer Deals in the fall of 2010, he brought with him not just a background in technology, but decades of experience and a passion for helping people understand the ever-changing world of computers. Today, nearly fifteen years later and after multiple expansions, his business has become a cornerstone of the Pahrump community—a place where residents know they can find quality technology and, more importantly, personalized support. Josh’s journey into the world of computers started much earlier than most. Homeschooled as a teenager, he gravitated toward computer science instead of traditional sciences, developing…