Author: Amy Veloz

More than 40 middle school athletes spent three evenings learning the fundamentals of volleyball while getting a firsthand look at the Pahrump Valley High School program during the PVHS Volleyball Camp, held July 27-29 in the school’s main gym. The camp welcomed 42 girls who participated all three days, giving athletes entering grades 6-8 an opportunity to develop their skills under the instruction of PVHS coaches and members of the Trojan varsity volleyball team. Throughout the camp, participants worked on volleyball fundamentals, including passing, serving, setting, hitting and defensive techniques, while also participating in drills designed to improve teamwork, communication…

Parents and guardians across Nye County School District will soon have a new way to stay connected with their children’s schools as the district officially transitions all classroom and school communications to Rooms, replacing ClassDojo as its primary communication platform. The change, announced by the district on Monday, August 3, is intended to simplify communication between schools and families by providing a single platform for classroom updates, school announcements and direct messaging. According to the district, the move comes in response to feedback from parents who expressed a desire for one unified communication system instead of having to manage multiple…

Women in the Pahrump Valley who are working to build a better future for themselves and their families will soon have the opportunity to apply for financial assistance through Soroptimist International of Pahrump Valley’s Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women. The application portal for the 2026-27 award cycle opens Friday, Aug. 1, and eligible applicants will have until Nov. 15 to complete and submit their applications. Women may apply online through the Live Your Dream website, where they can review eligibility requirements and begin the application process. The Live Your Dream Awards are designed to support women…

As the start of the 2026-2027 school year approaches, the Nye County School District is reminding families that one of the most important factors in student success is simply showing up. In a back-to-school message, Superintendent Dr. Joseph Gent welcomed students and families across the district while emphasizing the importance of consistent attendance from the very first day of school. District staff, teachers and administrators, he said, have spent the summer preparing safe, engaging and supportive learning environments for students throughout Nye County. Students attending schools on the district’s four-day schedule will return to class on Monday, Aug. 3, while…

Animal lovers looking to add a new four-legged family member will have the opportunity to do just that as Never Forgotten Animal Society hosts its “Paws into August” Adoption Event on Saturday, Aug. 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This month’s event will take place at Pet Supplies Plus, located at 70 S. Highway 160, Suite 105, marking a change from previous adoption events that were held at Tractor Supply. Organizers are encouraging community members to note the new location when planning to attend. Throughout the event, visitors will have the chance to meet dogs and cats currently waiting…

The community is invited to gather in remembrance and gratitude during the annual Purple Heart Day Ceremony on Friday, Aug. 7, honoring the men and women who were wounded or gave their lives in military service. The ceremony will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Pahrump Veterans Memorial, located at 751 East Street in Pahrump. The event is open to the public, and organizers encourage everyone in the community to attend as they recognize the sacrifice and service of Purple Heart recipients. Purple Heart Day is observed each year to pay tribute to those who have been…

Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of PVC.news’ four-part series examining the proposed NCDC data center planned near the southern entrance to Pahrump. In Part 1, consultant Russ Meads explained how concerns over water use led him from opposing the project to supporting it after spending more than a year researching modern data center technology. In this installment, we examine what the proposed campus could actually look and sound like while addressing several questions residents have raised about safety, security and the facility’s overall design. For Russ Meads, answering questions about water was only the beginning. Once his research convinced…

When Emilee Rodriguez walks across the stage at Saddle West on Friday night, it will be the final time she does so as Miss Pahrump. After spending the past year serving as an ambassador for the community, Rodriguez will crown her successor during the 50th annual Miss Pahrump Pageant, bringing to a close a year she describes as one of the most rewarding experiences of her life. The golden anniversary celebration of the Miss Pahrump Pageant will be held Friday, July 24, at the Saddle West Showroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the pageant beginning at 7 p.m. Six…

Young athletes in Pahrump will soon have expanded opportunities to develop their skills, improve their athleticism and build confidence, as Pahrump Valley Heat Basketball Academy prepares to launch its inaugural training sessions on Aug. 9, joining the already established Pahrump Valley Junior Athletics (PVJA) program. Led by former Pahrump Valley High School boys basketball coach David Wilson, the programs are designed to provide year-round athletic development for elementary and middle school students, combining sport-specific instruction with foundational training that benefits athletes across multiple sports. Wilson said his vision extends beyond teaching basketball or improving speed and strength. His goal is…

A new financial advisory firm is offering executive-level guidance to help Pahrump business owners gain a clearer understanding of their company’s financial health and improve long-term profitability. Praxis Profit recently announced the launch of its full suite of chief financial officer (CFO) advisory services, providing strategic financial consulting focused on cash flow visibility, margin protection and executive financial decision-making for businesses looking to strengthen their operations. Founded by Bengaly Kante, Praxis Profit is designed to help business owners move beyond simply tracking revenue and profit by focusing on the financial factors that often determine whether a business remains healthy over…