PAHRUMP, Nev. – Valley Electric Association, Inc. (VEA), a member-owned electric cooperative based in Pahrump, announced the organization has hired Chris Brooks, a well-established leader in Nevada’s renewable energy industry, to serve as VEA’s executive vice president of energy services. In his new role, Brooks will be responsible for managing VEA’s distributed generation … [Read more...]
Advanced Technology Arrives to Catch Breast Cancer Sooner
Desert Radiologists acquired an advanced imaging tool to catch breast cancer earlier. The medical imaging provider is the only outpatient facility in Nevada to offer the technology, according to a recent statement. The provider is offering three dimensional mammography, called breast tomosynthesis, for breast cancer screening. Considered the latest in digital imaging … [Read more...]
VEA Announces 2014 Annual Scholarship Winners
PAHRUMP, Nev. – Following a thorough application process, Valley Electric Association, Inc. (VEA), a member-owned electric cooperative based in Pahrump, recently announced the winners of its 2014 annual scholarships. To assist hard-working members in its service territory with furthering their education, the cooperative awarded five academic, vocational and continuing education … [Read more...]
Gordon Silver Honored as Pro Bono Firm of the Year
Gordon Silver Ltd. was selected as Southern Nevada's Pro Bono Firm of the Year. The award was part of the 13th Annual Pro Bono Awards Luncheon, put on by the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada earlier this month. The event honors community volunteers who donate time to assist low income clients with legal issues. “Gordon Silver has long been an active participant in … [Read more...]
Valley Electric Association Brings in Buckets of School Supplies for Local Kids
A recent school supply drive in Pahrump generated 319 cubic feet of learning materials for children in 11 Nevada schools. The seventh annual "Fill the Bucket Truck" drive, put on by Pahrump-based Valley Electric Association Inc. (VEA) collected donations at various locations in Pahrump on Aug. 17. Each donor received tickets for a chance to win one of 10 power bill … [Read more...]
