Author: Amy Veloz
At Floyd Elementary School, leadership begins early. Through its dedicated Student Council program, fifth-grade students are given a platform to build confidence, promote school spirit, and discover the value of community service. Guided by second-grade teacher Robert Hull and fifth-grade teacher Lauren Koenig, this year’s student council officers—President Emma Tallent, Vice President Callie Johnson, Secretary Ireland Meads, and Treasurer McKenna Nye—have taken their roles seriously, working alongside representatives Kimber Ostrenger and Harrison Long-Yanez to support both their school and community in meaningful ways. The mission of Floyd’s Student Council is centered on three core goals: promoting school spirit, fostering student…
For nearly three decades, the Ms. Senior Golden Years pageant has provided a powerful platform for women aged 60 and older to rediscover their purpose, celebrate their legacies, and inspire their community in meaningful ways. What began as a local offshoot of the statewide Ms. Senior Nevada pageant has evolved into a deeply cherished tradition in Pahrump—one that blends entertainment, empowerment, and philanthropy into a single unforgettable evening each year. The organization was founded by the indomitable BJ Hetrick-Irwin, a tap dancer and visionary who created the Nevada Silver Tappers dance group and later ran the Ms Senior Nevada pageant.…
As summer kicks off, Golden Entertainment’s Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino is bringing a burst of energy to its bowling alley with a lineup of exciting seasonal programs designed to offer affordable fun for all ages. Located at 681 Hwy. 160, the Nugget is rolling out free kids bowling, new leagues for families and night owls alike, and budget-friendly weekly deals that promise to make the lanes the place to be in Pahrump this summer. Starting in June, the Nugget will offer Kids Bowl Free, a promotion that allows youth 17 and under to enjoy one free game of bowling…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans softball team kept their postseason hopes alive with an explosive 18-8 victory over the Mater East Knights on Thursday, May 8, in the third round of the Class 3A Southern Regional Tournament. The win sends the Trojans to the next round, where they will face Virgin Valley on Friday, May 9, at Durango High School. With both teams holding one tournament loss, the winner will continue their path toward the championship, while the other will see their season come to an end. It was a game filled with big moments and even bigger swings…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans’ track and field teams delivered an outstanding performance at the 1A,2A and 3A Southern Regional Meet held May 9 and 10 at Virgin Valley High School, with both the boys’ and girls’ teams finishing second overall. Competing against some of the toughest athletes in the region, the Trojans qualified dozens of student-athletes for the upcoming State Tournament, which will be held May 16 and 17 at Moapa Valley High School. With top-eight finishes contributing points to the team total and the top four individuals in each event advancing to State, Pahrump’s depth and determination…
Laughter, school spirit, and a healthy dose of competitive energy filled the gymnasium at Pahrump Valley High School on Tuesday, May 13, as staff members took to the court to face off against students in a volleyball match that doubled as a fundraiser for the Yearbook class. With roughly 90 spectators in the stands cheering from both sides, the event generated $105 to support the Yearbook program—a lighthearted and spirited way to cap off the school year while raising funds for a good cause. The crowd enjoyed watching familiar faces outside their usual classroom roles, as teachers and staff brought…
Supporters of the Pahrump Valley High School Trojans volleyball team have a flavorful opportunity to give back to their local athletes while enjoying a meal out. On Saturday, May 17, from 4 to 8 p.m., the Chipotle located at 540 S. Highway 160 in Pahrump will host a fundraiser to benefit the PVHS volleyball program. As part of the event, 25% of all qualifying sales will be donated to the team. Community members can participate in the fundraiser by dining in or ordering online for pickup. For online orders, guests should use the code VKHKVEV at checkout to ensure the…
The Pahrump Valley High School Lady Trojans’ quest for a state championship came to a close on Friday, May 9, in a hard-fought 5-4 loss to the Virgin Valley Bulldogs. The regional playoff matchup, held at Durango High School, was a tense back-and-forth contest, with both teams showcasing grit and determination until the final out. Evalenne Armendariz pitched for the Trojans, anchoring a defense that battled to keep the Bulldogs in check while the offense clawed for every run. After a quiet first inning from both sides, the Trojans opened the scoring in the top of the second. Danika Cox-Hosino…
In a high-stakes rematch at Boulder City on Friday, May 9, the Pahrump Valley High School Trojans baseball team avenged their earlier playoff loss to Moapa Valley with an 8-4 win, knocking the Pirates out of the regional tournament and earning the right to advance. With both teams carrying one loss in the double-elimination format, the game determined which team’s season would end and which would move forward to face Boulder City immediately after. Due to tournament seeding, the Trojans took the field as the visiting team and got off to a slow start offensively. Tony Whitney opened with a…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans baseball team continued their impressive postseason run with a decisive 8-0 shutout over the Virgin Valley Bulldogs on Thursday, May 8 in game three of the 3A Southern Region playoff tournament. With both teams entering the matchup carrying one loss, the game was a must-win to stay alive, and the Trojans delivered under pressure with a clean, dominant performance on both sides of the ball. From the start, Pahrump Valley came ready to play. In the top of the first, Tony Whitney set the tone with a line drive single to left field. While…