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A group of dedicated arts enthusiasts is organizing a family-friendly event for the Mesquite community and beyond. The Mesquite First Friday Family Art Walk will be offered three months in a row from 4 to 7 p.m. beginning Oct. 3. Mesquite Fine Arts Center and Virgin Valley Artists Association president Chris Picior said the gallery will have all of its new buildings open … [Read more...] about New monthly Art Walk to launch in October
Finding Little Finland
I grew up in rural Nevada, so bumping along dirt roads where most people would never venture is completely normal. Little Finland in Gold Butte National Monument is just such an adventure. Gold Butte National Monument covers nearly 300,000 acres of mystical Mojave, according to the Bureau of Land Management, which manages the site. Recent directional signs have made finding … [Read more...] about Finding Little Finland
M2M Democrats celebrate labor
The Democratic headquarters in Mesquite was abuzz Saturday, Aug. 30 with a special luncheon honoring those who labor and the American dream. “We are a local club of Democrats chartered under the Clark County Democratic Party,” chair Daren Paulson said at Saturday’s luncheon. “Today is our way to come together to celebrate the blue-collar workers. The ones who really get the … [Read more...] about M2M Democrats celebrate labor
New CSN president tours Mesquite campus
College of Southern Nevada President Stacy Klippenstein recently visited CSN Mesquite, one of his early stops since beginning his work in early July to oversee Nevada’s largest community college. The visit brought together college employees and local leaders, including Mayor Jesse Whipple, to discuss the campus’s future. “It’s so wonderful to have everybody come out today to … [Read more...] about New CSN president tours Mesquite campus
Hot August Nights event at Sun City Mesquite
The Sun City Mesquite Lifestyles Department hosted Hot August Nights for residents Aug. 15 at the Pioneer Center. Lifestyle director Deborah Demos is always planning interesting outings and on-site activities for members. For the August soiree, musician Glennis Jones provided lively entertainment, with songs ranging from 60s, 70s and 80s hits to everything in … [Read more...] about Hot August Nights event at Sun City Mesquite
‘Nurture Peace Event’ scheduled for September
Amidst the anger and hatred viewed throughout the world, at least one local woman is advocating for peace. Karen English, a member of Philanthropic Educational Organization, has organized “Nurture Peace Event,” a celebration of like-minded souls who will gather together to rally for peace a couple of weeks prior to World Peace Day. The event will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. … [Read more...] about ‘Nurture Peace Event’ scheduled for September
Ika Greens partners with Baja Imports
Ika Greens, which began as a small family farm, has found a new home for its popular produce. The business is now operating a pop-up shop and food truck at Baja Imports in Mesquite, where its fresh vegetables and creative dishes are a huge hit. Owner Alex Pope, who is from New Zealand, named the company “Ika” — the Maori word for fish. The name harks back to the farm’s early … [Read more...] about Ika Greens partners with Baja Imports
Art Box Podcast adds new hosts
Steve Dudrow and Rachelle Knight established the Art Box Podcast in Mesquite in May 2022. Since its inception, the podcast has produced 343 episodes and is now listened to in all 50 states and 75 countries. Dudrow is still at the helm of Art Box, but Knight and Linda Harris, a former cohost, have moved on. Now Dudrow has added two new hosts, Sandi Randelle and Mary Jane … [Read more...] about Art Box Podcast adds new hosts
Saturday market family grows
The Second Saturday Market event was held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12 in the Old Logandale Historical and Cultural Society Building. The outdoor event was supposed to begin last month, but extreme heat forced the organizer to find a new indoor venue. Fortunately, OLSHACS was available and plans are to host the monthly event there through September. “I started … [Read more...] about Saturday market family grows
Beaver Dam State Park: A cool respite
When temperatures in the Mesquite area range well above the 100-degree mark, it’s time to head for the hills. Beaver Dam State Park is just such an area. At around 5,000 feet in elevation, this high desert location makes it a fun summer destination. Highs were only in the low 80s when I toured the area, about 15 or so degrees cooler than Mesquite. “Beaver Dam State Park … [Read more...] about Beaver Dam State Park: A cool respite