Author: Amy Veloz

The Pahrump Valley High School Lady Trojans wrapped up play at the Colorado River Invitational in Needles, California on Saturday, Feb. 28, finishing the tournament with an impressive 5-1 record after splitting their final two games against the Tolleson Wolverines of Arizona and the Yuma Catholic Shamrocks. Entering the final day of the tournament, the Lady Trojans had already built strong momentum and continued to showcase solid pitching, timely hitting and disciplined defense throughout two tightly contested matchups. The day began with Pahrump Valley facing the Tolleson Wolverines, with Jaycie Hayes taking the circle for the Lady Trojans. Hayes set…

The Pahrump Valley High School track and field team officially opened its 2026 season on Saturday, February 28, traveling to Faith Lutheran High School to compete in a large invitational meet featuring a mix of 5A and 4A programs, along with fellow 3A school Green Valley Christian. Despite facing larger schools early in the season, the Trojans turned in a strong showing highlighted by personal records, competitive finishes, and encouraging performances across both track and field events. The meet began with the 4×800-meter relay, where the Pahrump girls set an early positive tone. Alexis Clouser, Aurora Bowers, Addi Nelsen and…

The Pahrump Valley High School Lady Trojans wasted no time making a statement at the Colorado River Invitational in Needles, opening tournament play February 26-28 with back-to-back victories over Elko and Williams. Behind strong pitching performances, aggressive baserunning, and timely hitting, Pahrump Valley secured a 5-3 win over the Elko Indians and followed it up with a commanding 7-0 shutout of the Williams Vikings. In game one, Jaycie Hayes took the circle against Elko and immediately set the tone. The Trojans held the Indians to four batters in the opening frame, allowing just a single while recording two strikeouts and…

The Pahrump Valley High School baseball team carried its early-season momentum into Wednesday’s matchup against the Western Warriors, earning an 11-1 victory at home. The game marked the Trojans’ fifth contest of the young season but their first outside of tournament play after hosting the Rod Poteete Memorial Tournament over the weekend, where Pahrump Valley delivered a strong performance and finished as tournament runner-up. Sam Mendoza took the mound to start the game for the Trojans with Ben Cimperman behind the plate. Pahrump’s defense quickly set the tone in the opening inning. Dominic Chiancone tracked down a fly ball in…

Nye County District Attorney Brian Kunzi will host a community meet and greet on Thursday, February 26, offering residents an opportunity to connect with him as he seeks re-election to continue serving the county in his current role. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at Artesian Cellars, located at 1731 Highway 160 in Pahrump. Community members are invited to attend, meet Kunzi in an informal setting, and learn more about his campaign and vision moving forward. The evening is designed to encourage open conversation between Kunzi and local residents, giving attendees the chance to ask questions,…

Southwest Medical Hospice, along with Optum Care Palliative Care, has received a prestigious five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the highest rating awarded to health care providers, recognizing exceptional performance in hospice and supportive care services. The rating is based on results from the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) Hospice Survey, which gathers feedback directly from family members or close friends of patients who have received hospice care. The survey evaluates the quality of care and support provided to both patients and their loved ones during some of life’s most challenging moments.…

The Pahrump Valley High School junior varsity softball team opened its preseason schedule Tuesday, February 24, traveling to Las Vegas for an unofficial scrimmage against Bishop Gorman High School. Facing a 5A opponent, the 3A Lady Trojans used the matchup as an opportunity to settle into game action, test lineup combinations, and give players valuable early-season experience as the team begins shaping its identity for the year ahead. As with preseason scrimmages, no official score was kept. Any scoring referenced came strictly from this publication’s notes rather than a scoreboard, as both teams focused on development and situational play rather…

Pahrump residents interested in protecting the valley’s water supply will have an opportunity to learn directly from an environmental expert during an upcoming educational presentation hosted by the Private Well Owners Association. “Keeping Our Drinking Water Safe,” presented by Christian Magno of the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC), will take place at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the Pahrump Valley Museum, located at 401 E. Basin Avenue. The class is free and open to the public. During the presentation, Magno will discuss how private well owners can properly manage their domestic wells and septic systems to help…

Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino and Lakeside Casino & RV Park are inviting the community to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with festive dining and special bingo offerings designed to bring a little extra luck to the holiday. Golden Entertainment announced that both Pahrump properties will host St. Patrick’s Day festivities exclusively on Tuesday, March 17, giving locals and visitors an opportunity to enjoy traditional holiday fare alongside gaming promotions. At Lakeside Sports Grill, located inside Lakeside Casino & RV Park, guests can enjoy a classic corned beef and cabbage entrée priced at $19. The holiday favorite will be available as…

Pahrump Valley High School’s culinary program is preparing to turn its classroom into an elegant dining destination as students host the upcoming Savoring Senior Year event on Wednesday, March 4. Led by senior Emalee York-Bolling and supported by a team of second-year and senior culinary students, the evening promises a creative, student-driven experience that blends fine dining with hands-on learning. Designed entirely by the students, the event will transform the PVHS culinary classroom into a beautifully styled dining room, offering guests a chance to enjoy a thoughtfully prepared five-course meal inspired by French flavors. The experience highlights not only culinary…