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A memorial on Saturday will be held for a local Moapa resident who was found dead at the Palm Creek Resort in October of last year. The incident was originally reported by local sources as a drowning but was later confirmed by the Clark County Coroner’s Report as an overdose. The identity of the adult male was released as Mark Kephart, 52. Kephart was a maintenance and … [Read more...] about Memorial to be held for Moapa local
Valley Life
Free radon test kits available from UNR Extension
January is National Radon Action Month, and University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Nevada Radon Education Program is offering free short-term radon test kits to Nevadans from now through Feb. 28, while supplies last. Radon test kits are available statewide at Extension offices and partner locations. Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas that is colorless, odorless … [Read more...] about Free radon test kits available from UNR Extension
Juniper Outpost to hold farewell sale
A beloved fixture of the Mesquite arts scene is preparing for its final act. Juniper Outpost will officially close on Feb. 28 as its founding team prepares to move back to the Midwest. Since opening during the height of the pandemic in 2020, the shop has showcased more than 100 local artists, and the team invites the community to stop by throughout January and February to say … [Read more...] about Juniper Outpost to hold farewell sale
‘Fate Bound by Blood’ features Moapa Valley
Indie author Chantel Burnham, who has ties to Moapa Valley, has written a series of novels, with “Fate Bound by Blood” as the third book in the Ever Rising series. Book one, “Magic Feared and Furious,” is a sort of prequel and takes place in Regency-era Scotland, where the main character is Brennan. Book two, “Misfortune Gilded in Greed,” is set in modern-day New York, and the … [Read more...] about ‘Fate Bound by Blood’ features Moapa Valley
Dread Pirates compete at signature event
The Dread Pirates, Jace Newsom and Joshua Linford, traveled to Arizona to compete at Diamond in the Desert, a signature robotics event that took place December 30-31, 2025. This event hosted over 100 teams from all over the world, making it very challenging. One of the team’s biggest accomplishments was in the skills competition of the tournament. They scored a combined 173 … [Read more...] about Dread Pirates compete at signature event
Walking in the new year at the labyrinth
Over 15 people walked in the new year on Tuesday, Dec, 30, at the labyrinth in Mesquite. Karen Bernardo Curtis, who organized the walk, read from “The Journey Out – Looking Toward What is Possible,” advising the walkers to reflect on the year behind them and to honor it. When the walkers reached the labyrinth center, they chose an intention, a way of being to carry forward. … [Read more...] about Walking in the new year at the labyrinth
Mesquite Library announces activities for January 2026
Per the Mesquite Library, readers of all ages will be able to “step into a world of enchantment with the fairytale-themed Winter Reading Challenge.” They can read anything they like for five hours during the month of January and receive an age-appropriate prize. This program will run from Jan. 2-31, and readers can “explore the vast collection of fun and thought-provoking … [Read more...] about Mesquite Library announces activities for January 2026
Moapa Valley girls handle Pahranagat Valley
The Moapa Valley High School girls basketball team took down the Pahranagat Valley Panthers 31-24 in Alamo on Tuesday, Dec. 30. Three Pirates scored seven points to lead MVHS to victory. Seniors Katelyn Wadsworth, Taylee Bunch and freshman Lily Cox led the Lady Pirates with seven points each. Freshman Presley Adams grabbed seven rebounds and three steals. “PV played some … [Read more...] about Moapa Valley girls handle Pahranagat Valley
Christmas luncheon at Senior Center
By LISA CHILDS & LAURA ROBISON On a perfect Christmas day, the Overton Senior Center hosted a festive luncheon for anyone wishing to attend. United Seniors director Cindy Marino said, “We do this every year. So many of our seniors do not have family nearby, and we didn’t want anyone to be alone or without a meal.” Instead of asking each attendee to pay for a meal, a … [Read more...] about Christmas luncheon at Senior Center
Rotary Club announces need for books
The Rotary Club of Mesquite has a very nice collection of used books in its bookstore, located in the Jimmy Hughes Campus, just behind the Women’s History & Culture Center on Willow Street. Rotary member Deb Parsley is asking the public to consider donating gently used books to the Rotary Club’s bookstore. She stated, “We resell donated books to readers in our community, … [Read more...] about Rotary Club announces need for books