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On Friday, April 3, Clark County Parks and Recreation (CCPR) held one of its annual Easter egg hunts at Overton Park. Held concurrently with the hunt in Moapa, a day after a hunt in Bunkerville, the event was one of three to give children and families in all three communities a chance to join in on the spring fun. Despite the day being chilly and windy, hundreds of children … [Read more...] about Overton Park’s wild egg hunt
MVCEAB discusses CCSD Facility Master Plan
On March 30, the Moapa Valley Community Education Advisory Board (MVCEAB) held its regular meeting. Discussion ranged from the attendance statistics of each Moapa Valley school to the Clark County School District (CCSD) Facility Master Plan. General news Ute V. Perkins Elementary School reported a 26% absence rate, up 7% from last year. SBAC testing for grades three to … [Read more...] about MVCEAB discusses CCSD Facility Master Plan
Mrs. Moapa Valley hosts first local blood drive
The American Red Cross held a blood drive at the Old Overton Gym on Wednesday, April 1. The event was hosted by Mrs. Moapa Valley, Alicia Bush. With 28 people registering online, the Red Cross rounded the day out with 22 complete whole blood units, which will be distributed throughout Nevada and potentially the United States. Though this was the very first blood drive she’s … [Read more...] about Mrs. Moapa Valley hosts first local blood drive
PRCA NFR Rodeo rides back into town
The Clark County Fair and Rodeo is finally here. This year, residents and visitors are invited to feel “Red, Wild & Blue” as they enjoy the carnival, crafts, vendors, food and eponymous rodeo. Since 1988, Logandale has hosted a stage of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and Women’s Professional Rodeo Association NFR competition. This year, a staggering 700 … [Read more...] about PRCA NFR Rodeo rides back into town
Junior Livestock Associaton gears up for Fair showing
Cattle, sheep, goats and pigs will be in large supply over the course of the five days of this year’s Clark County Fair, thanks in large part to the Clark County Junior Livestock Association’s (CCJLA) efforts. Elementary to high school students will be competing in several livestock classes with hopes of winning and selling their stock. With numbers steadily rising after … [Read more...] about Junior Livestock Associaton gears up for Fair showing
Mutton bustin’ to provide raucus fun for kids
Fair week has arrived, and with it comes one of the most anticipated competitions at the event: mutton bustin’. Children four to seven years old all over the surrounding valleys are anxiously awaiting their chance to compete once again for their very own belt buckles, and have fun to boot. This year includes a major change. In all previous years, mutton bustin’ has been an … [Read more...] about Mutton bustin’ to provide raucus fun for kids
Clark County Fair Spotlight: Fine Arts Building
With only a few days until Fair Week begins, the Clark County Fine Arts Building is wrapping up its exhibit decoration. With that comes information on how to participate in the various competitions that will be hosted. Inspired by the 250th anniversary of the United States, this year’s theme will be “An American Journey.” Customers and those seeking a moment’s reprieve from … [Read more...] about Clark County Fair Spotlight: Fine Arts Building
Clark County Fair Spotlight: Ticketing and Carnival
With the days leading up to the Clark County Fair and Rodeo now numbering in the single digits, the prime time to buy tickets for all events is rapidly coming to a close. Fairgoers will have the option to purchase a range of tickets to suit their needs. General Admission: Fair tickets, good for any day of the fair. Fairgoers will be able to choose a specific day, multiple … [Read more...] about Clark County Fair Spotlight: Ticketing and Carnival
Get ready for the Clark County Fair: Entertainment Spotlight
One of the major draws of the Clark County Fair and Rodeo has always been the entertainment. This year, April 8-12, the Clark County Fair will boast acts of all kinds, ranging from musical to comedic and gravity-defying, many with a smattering of magic. Stage acts Fairgoers will be able to sing along to Disney songs spanning the ages with The Little Mermen and the … [Read more...] about Get ready for the Clark County Fair: Entertainment Spotlight
Clark County Fair Spotlight: Vendors
Vendors are practically synonymous with the Clark County Fair and Rodeo. This year, the Clark County Fair boasts a more than 150 vendors of food, goods and experiences. Booths selling everything from pretzels to drinks to trinkets to hats are slated to line the walkways and will cover nearly every square inch of the indoor marketplace. Food vendors One of the new and more … [Read more...] about Clark County Fair Spotlight: Vendors