Author: Amy Veloz
The holiday season is set to shine a little brighter as Pahrump Theatre Company prepares to debut two festive productions at the Calvada Theater, located at 1266 E. Calvada Blvd., Suite 1. With one show crafted especially for families and another aimed at adult audiences looking for a quirky twist on Christmas tradition, the company is offering something for everyone this December. “A Tiny Christmas Carol” Brings Heart and Holiday MagicThe young performers of Pahrump Theatre Company will take center stage in A Tiny Christmas Carol, a kid-powered retelling of the classic holiday tale. Filled with warmth and whimsy, the…
A new era for youth volleyball has arrived in Pahrump with the formation of the Pahrump Valley Volleyball Club (PVVC), led by Pahrump Valley High School volleyball coach Amber Lugo. The newly established club will give local athletes access to highly competitive play without having to join a team outside of the community, marking a major step forward for volleyball development in the valley. PVVC is set to compete in both the V League and the Under Armour National Championships in Las Vegas, offering players the chance to face strong regional and national opponents. The season begins immediately and will…
Bella Salon is once again rallying the community this holiday season with its second annual food drive benefiting the VFW food bank, offering residents a meaningful way to support local veterans. Donations of non-perishable food and monetary contributions will be accepted from Friday, December 5 through noon on Friday, December 19, with all collected items delivered to the VFW that afternoon. After a successful first year, Bella Salon is expanding its effort and encouraging even more community participation. Donations can be dropped off directly at the salon, and for those who may not have time to shop—or would simply prefer…
The Thanksgiving morning tradition at Pahrump Valley High School reached an exciting milestone this year as dozens of former wrestlers packed into the practice room for the 2025 Alumni Practice — the first held under new Head Coach Antonio Sandoval. What began more than three decades ago as a small holiday workout has grown into one of the community’s most cherished athletic traditions, and this year’s turnout was one of the largest in program history. At 9am the PVHS wrestling room was buzzing with energy. Alumni ranging from recent graduates to former state champions who competed more than two decades…
The holiday spirit came to life in Pahrump as Crafting for a Cause hosted its Polar Express Experience Craft Fair on Friday and Saturday, November 21–22, filling the Bob Ruud Community Center with laughter, music, and the spirit of giving. Organized by Lisa McNicholas and Jan Maher, the two-day event blended festive fun with community support, drawing large crowds of shoppers eager to find unique, handcrafted gifts while helping local causes. Forty vendors showcased handmade crafts, jewelry, home décor, and holiday treats, many noting how happy they were with the turnout and the friendly, cheerful atmosphere throughout the weekend. The…
Pahrump’s holiday season is kicking off with one of its most anticipated winter traditions as the Hometown Holidays Craft Fair returns to the Bob Ruud Community Center on Friday, December 5, and Saturday, December 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Organized by Ashley Welch of Art from the Heart by Ashley, this marks her third year bringing the festive event to life for local families, artisans, and small businesses. This year’s fair will feature 40 booths, filling the community center with handmade gifts, unique creations, and small-business treasures just in time for holiday shopping. Visitors can browse a wide…
The Pahrump Valley High School Powder Puff game returned to the Trojans’ football field on Thursday, November 20, bringing together fall athletes from across campus for an evening of spirited competition, memorable plays, and a powerful cause. This year’s fundraiser supported the Unite for HER cancer foundation—recipient of half the proceeds—as well as the PVHS cheer and yearbook programs, each receiving a quarter of the remaining funds. By the end of the night, the event raised a total of $1,187. Despite weather that went from gray skies to a full downpour, the crowd stayed loud, the players stayed determined, and…
When Rosemary Clarke Middle School eighth grader Ethen Bolling talks about LEGO Robotics, his enthusiasm comes alive in a way that makes the complex world of coding, engineering, and competition suddenly feel accessible—even for those whose last experience with LEGO involved brightly colored bricks scattered across a living room floor. Ethen, enjoying a well-earned school break after a busy competition weekend, explained that the RCMS LEGO Robotics group is, at its core, a club of problem-solvers. The team meets every Wednesday to prepare for a series of highly structured competitions hosted through the international organization FIRST LEGO League, where students…
Families lined up early Saturday morning at the Locals Only Market on Hawkins Way, where Green Life hosted its first-ever Thanksgiving turkey and produce giveaway—an effort designed to support low-income households in Pahrump during the holiday season. The event, held November 22, was powered by the generosity of G&C Flooring Pros, Green Life Productions, and Green Life Produce, whose combined commitment made it possible for families to leave with a turkey and fresh farm-grown items for their holiday table. Green Life co-owner Steve Cantwell was on hand at the farm, greeting visitors with gratitude and pride for what the team…
Long before he became the Work Ethics Coach at NyE Communities Coalition, and long before he published his first novel under the pen name J.D. Tarver, Jesse Tarver was a kid who found comfort, challenge, and escape in books. Stories were his constant—something he clung to during uncertain moments and something that helped shape the person he would become. Today, he is the author of two published fantasy novels, with more titles on the way, all of which are available on Amazon. His journey as a writer intertwines closely with his journey at NyECC, forming a story of resilience, creativity,…