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From February 25-26, Nevada FFA Winter Leadership Training was held in Mesquite for the first time in years. Normally held in Carson City, the Winter Leadership Training is hosted for all FFA students to learn valuable leadership skills and meet other members from chapters all over the state. Split into two conferences — upperclassmen and underclassmen — leaders from the … [Read more...] about Mesquite hosts Nevada FFA Winter Leadership Training
Virgin Valley High School theater wins state competition
The theater program at Virgin Valley High School recently earned statewide recognition after winning Nevada’s state theater competition in Boulder City with its production of “Scheme of the Driftless Shifter.” Now the award-winning cast and crew are working to raise funds to take their performance to the national stage. The competition brought together high school theater … [Read more...] about Virgin Valley High School theater wins state competition
Heart Walk beats record attendance
By AMY BAUCH The Progress A record number of participants participated in the 22nd Mesquite Heart Walk that took place on Friday, Feb. 13. Over 375 people, young and old, walked the 3.8-mile route from Mesquite’s Recreation Center to Mesa View Hospital. Both the recreation center and the hospital partner with the city and several other sponsors to host the annual event. … [Read more...] about Heart Walk beats record attendance
VVHS hosts Sweethearts Dance for spirit week
The Virgin Valley High School Sweethearts Dance took place Saturday, Feb. 7, bringing students together for a night of music, celebration and school spirit. Hosted in the Brotherson Gym, the annual event served as the highlight of Sweethearts Spirit Week and gave students a chance to enjoy time with friends and classmates. During the week leading up to the dance, students … [Read more...] about VVHS hosts Sweethearts Dance for spirit week
FFA hosts dog wash every first Saturday
The Virgin Valley Future Farmers of American (FFA) chapter hosts a dog wash every first Saturday of the month as a fundraiser to support students participating in state competitions. The event takes place at Tractor Supply. Community members are invited to bring their dogs to be washed by FFA chapter members, who work together to provide a helpful service while raising money … [Read more...] about FFA hosts dog wash every first Saturday
VVHS FFA students visit Las Vegas Livestock
On the sunny morning of Jan. 26, students from the Virgin Valley FFA Meats Team arrived at the school, ready for their field trip to Las Vegas Livestock. Upon arrival, students were greeted by the farm manager and Nevada state delegate for the Pork Board, Sarah Stallard. They received a tour of several pig farms, separated by size, age and breed. Students also explored the … [Read more...] about VVHS FFA students visit Las Vegas Livestock
Eureka and city officials visit VVHS culinary students
Members of Eureka Casino Resort and city officials visited Virgin Valley High School culinary students to observe their ongoing food endeavors, Jan. 22. Students welcomed the visitors, engaging in conversation and explaining the importance of the culinary program while expressing gratitude for the sponsorship that supports it. The program is funded in part by Eureka’s … [Read more...] about Eureka and city officials visit VVHS culinary students
Holiday cheer at FFA Tree Gala
The Virgin Valley Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter hosted its biggest event of the year Nov. 19-22. The FFA Yule Ball Tree Gala was held in collaboration with Holiday Inn at The Barn. Community members were invited to bid on beautifully pre-decorated trees for a chance to take one home. For months, chapter members had planned vendors, trees, sponsors and every detail … [Read more...] about Holiday cheer at FFA Tree Gala
Virgin Valley students enjoy College and Career Fair
Virgin Valley High School hosted its annual College and Career Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 21, providing students with an opportunity to explore the various paths they can take after graduation. Representatives from several organizations attended, including military branches like the army and Marines, as well as colleges such as Southern Utah University and Weber State University. … [Read more...] about Virgin Valley students enjoy College and Career Fair
Virgin Valley FFA to host annual Tree Gala
Over Nov. 19-22, the Virgin Valley FFA chapter will host its annual Tree Gala at the Holiday Inn Barn at 333 N Sandhill Blvd. in Mesquite. From Wednesday to Friday, they will be open from 2 to 8 p.m., and on Saturday, they will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. FFA advisor Bailey Kesl invites the community to participate and show up to bid on the decorated trees that will be … [Read more...] about Virgin Valley FFA to host annual Tree Gala