Residents from across Moapa Valley gathered Monday evening, Dec. 1, for the third annual Community Interfaith Christmas Program, an event that is becoming a cherished holiday tradition. Hosted this year by St. John’s Catholic Church, the program brought together families, neighbors and faith groups of varying backgrounds to celebrate the spirit of Christmas through music,… Read more: Joy and unity at Interfaith Program

The annual Mesquite Parade of Lights to benefit the food pantry at the Salvation Army, now in its 11th year, is bigger and brighter than ever. Thirty-nine entries paraded down Mesquite Boulevard on Thursday evening, Dec. 4. Spectators were asked to bring nonperishable foods, which were picked up by parade walkers with carts. The food… Read more: Parade of Lights bigger and brighter than ever

The Toys for Tots program — coordinated nationwide by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve — collects new, unwrapped toys during the holiday season and distributes them to children in need. Marines, volunteers and community partners work together each year to bring hope, joy and support to families experiencing financial hardship. This year marks an exciting… Read more: Toys for Tots launches first local program in Mesquite

Submitted by Maggie McMurray For many people, Christmas fun and holiday planning seem far removed from the Clark County Fair in April, but for young 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA) beef showmen, December means something else entirely. The annual Clark County Junior Livestock beef weigh-in took place on Dec. 6 at the Moapa… Read more: Bring on the beef: CCJLA beef weigh-in starts fair season

The Moapa Valley High School girls basketball team held Sparks High School to a single field goal en route to a 41-2 drubbing of the Railroaders in the Brickhouse Classic on Thursday, Dec. 4. Nine Pirates scored in Thursday’s game, with freshman Lily Cox leading the team with nine points, three assists, two steals and… Read more: MV girls basketball gets scoring from everyone; starts 4-0

As we head into a new year, taxes might not be the most exciting thing on your holiday checklist, but a little attention now can make a big difference later. At our office, we’ve noticed a common theme in recent client meetings: Most people aren’t trying to outsmart the IRS; they just want to make… Read more: Tax season is coming; don’t leave money on the table

A small crowd gathered on Dec. 3, a cold and windy day, to celebrate the groundbreaking for the Village at Adobe Mesa, a business center located on the corner of Falcon Ridge Parkway and Hardy Way. The Mesquite Chamber of Commerce sponsored the event, which was a happy day for Mindy and George Creamer, owners… Read more: Village at Adobe Mesa officially breaks ground