Author: Amy Veloz
When Johnny “LJ” Reddick stepped onto the field at Saint Norbert College for his first collegiate football season, it marked a milestone that had been nearly 15 years in the making. From his earliest days with the Del Sol Wolverines in Las Vegas to four high school seasons in Pahrump, Nevada, LJ’s football journey has been shaped by hard work, discipline, and a deep love for the game. Now a linebacker and defensive end entering his sophomore year at Saint Norbert College in De Pere, Wisconsin—just minutes outside of Green Bay—LJ is taking stock of how far he’s come and…
The Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) has announced its prestigious list of the 2025 Top Ten Student-Athletes of the Year, and Pahrump Valley High School’s own Antonio Veloz is among the honorees representing Southern Nevada. The award recognizes student-athletes who embody the highest ideals of athletics, academics, leadership, and community involvement. For Antonio, the recognition is the culmination of four years of unwavering dedication—not just to sports, but to the values that define true student-athlete excellence. A standout in both cross country and track and field, Antonio has been a constant force on the trails and tracks of Nevada since…
Pahrump Valley Little League is once again proudly sending three All-Star teams to represent the community in the District 4 Little League All-Star Tournament in Las Vegas. This year’s lineup includes a Juniors team (ages 13–14), a Little League (10-12) team, and a 10’s team(9-10). While it’s not uncommon for the league to send three teams, this year marks the return of a Juniors team for the first time in several years, thanks to increased player numbers in that age group. The All-Star players were selected following the end of the regular season, which ran from March through May 15.…
June marks Men’s Health Month, a national observance designed to raise awareness about the unique health challenges men face—and to encourage men to take proactive steps toward better health. According to Dr. Ryan McComb, an adult medicine physician and medical director for Southwest Medical, part of Optum, the message is clear: wellness begins with awareness and action. “Many men take care of their health, but additional work is needed to keep more men healthy,” said Dr. McComb. “Men’s Health Month is a reminder for men to take charge of their health.” The statistics underscore the urgency. In the United States,…
The Nye County School District (NCSD) is taking a proactive and cost-effective approach to protecting its recent investment in gym flooring by partnering with two key vendor partners: Tahoe Supply and Buckeye International. Through annual maintenance, comprehensive training, and ongoing support, the district is ensuring that the newly resurfaced wood floors at several schools will retain their quality and appearance for many years to come. “This process is all about preserving the life of our floors,” explained Nate Cardinal, Director of Maintenance, Operations, Safety, and Security for NCSD. “After last year’s complete sanding, repainting, and re-striping of our wood floors,…
In honor of Juneteenth and the vital role fathers play in their families and communities, a special event titled “No Dads Left Behind: A Juneteenth Car Wash Fundraiser” will be held on Saturday, June 14, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Great Basin College in Pahrump. Sponsored by Doré Foskey of Fresh Image Salon, this community-driven event aims to celebrate both freedom and fatherhood while raising funds for the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund. The scholarship helps support educational opportunities for local students, carrying forward Dr. King’s legacy of empowerment through education. Volunteers ages 15 and older are…
Wolfe Beckley’s path to becoming the Valedictorian of the Pahrump Valley High School Class of 2025 wasn’t defined by a strategic climb to the top of a GPA leaderboard. Instead, it was driven by a deep-rooted intellectual curiosity and a love for mathematics that shaped his academic pursuits. “If my goal specifically was valedictorian, I probably wouldn’t have done what I’d done,” Wolfe said with characteristic humility. “I took a lot of college classes, including ones that didn’t count for high school credit, because I was chasing an associate’s degree in pre-engineering.” Rather than take the path of least resistance,…
For Jesse Araujo, being named Salutatorian of the Pahrump Valley High School Class of 2025 was less about chasing a title and more about maximizing opportunity. A focused student with a quiet presence, Jesse earned not only his high school diploma this spring, but also his Associate of Arts degree—graduating with 60 college credits already under his belt. Jesse transferred to PVHS as a sophomore after attending Community Christian Academy through his freshman year. At the private school, the curriculum followed a more rigid track. But once he arrived at PVHS, Jesse and his family immediately saw the value in…
Pahrump Valley High School is inviting student-athletes and their families to attend a Sports Physical and Registration Fair on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the PVHS Main Gym. The event is designed to help streamline the athletic clearance process ahead of the 2025–2026 school year. Students will have the opportunity to complete their required sports physicals on-site, with Dr. Taylor and staff offering the service for just $20 cash. This is a convenient and affordable way for athletes to meet their health clearance requirements for participation in school sports. In addition to physicals, the…
Families with high school-aged girls interested in golf are invited to a special “Meet the Coach” event on Thursday, June 13, at 1 p.m. at the Mountain Falls Clubhouse. The event offers a chance to meet the new coaching staff for the Pahrump Valley High School girls golf team and learn more about the upcoming season. The team is entering the season this fall with new leadership—Sierra McKillips has been named head coach, and Danielle Altiero will serve as assistant coach. Both are eager to welcome students of all skill levels, whether they are experienced golfers or have never held…