While for some Memorial Day may bring to mind thoughts of the unofficial start of summer, picnics, barbecues and fun times, for many others it is a somber and solemn day meant to recognize and show appreciation for the men and women who have lost their lives serving in the U.S. armed forces.
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Beatty High School is celebrating its new graduates. The school’s graduation ceremony took place May 24 in the school gymnasium.
Students, parents, guardians and others are just days away from watching the Class of 2019 at Pahrump Valley High School walk across the stage.
“Build it and they will come.”
Area veterans, civilians and first responders turned out for the Pahrump Marine Corps League’s Memorial Day ceremony at Chief Tecopa Cemetery on Monday.
Nye County’s first Household Hazardous Waste Collection event, held in partnership with U.S. Ecology, was hailed a success, with hundreds of vehicles offloading thousands of pounds of waste that will now be processed, recycled or disposed of properly.
Years of anticipation and waiting have finally come to an end with the town of Pahrump at last breaking ground on Kellogg Park on the south side of the valley.
Desert Haven Animal Society made its monthly report to the Nye County Commission this week and in addition to the financial figures and intake records, the organization announced some major changes in its leadership.
We’re about to enjoy a glorious three-day weekend. Memorial Day is our opportunity to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives serving in the armed forces. We celebrate their memory with friends and loved ones. Where people gather, there shall be food. Let’s make sure it’s good food!
Former teacher Bruce Moen will be the featured speaker for Beatty High School’s graduation ceremony set for 6 p.m. today, May 24 in the school gymnasium.
Memorial Day is set to be observed all around the country on Monday, May 27 and though many will be enjoying a day off from work or a backyard bash with friends and family, several organizations in Pahrump will highlight the true meaning and purpose behind the holiday during a variety of area ceremonies.
The quiet subdivision of Ishani Ridge off of Wilson Road has seen its share of problems over the years in terms of development, progress and infrastructure.
A board game based on Pahrump was released this spring.