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The Ute V. Perkins Elementary Spring Dance Festival brought students, families and community members together Friday evening, May 8, at the Moapa Valley High School gym for a night filled with music, movement and school spirit. Students from preschool through fifth grade participated in themed performances throughout the evening, each grade level bringing its own personality … [Read more...] about Perkins Elementary Spring Dance Festival brings community together
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County Family Services to host foster care information sessions in Moapa Valley and Mesquite
Clark County Family Services has announced a series of upcoming information sessions in Moapa Valley and Mesquite to address a critical shortage of local foster homes. According to agency data, approximately 30 children from these communities are in foster care on any given day. Due to the current lack of local providers, these children are frequently placed in foster homes in … [Read more...] about County Family Services to host foster care information sessions in Moapa Valley and Mesquite
As officers retire, Moapa Valley welcomes new resident officers
With a combined 40 years of service, three police officers have recently retired from the Las Vegas Metro Police Department (LVMPD) Northeast Area Command as Moapa Valley resident section officers. They leave behind careers marked by dedication, sacrifice and deep connections with the people they served. Officer Chris Kohntopp retired after over nine years of service. His … [Read more...] about As officers retire, Moapa Valley welcomes new resident officers
Recommendations for STR accepted by council at special meeting
The short-term rentals/vacation rentals special meeting held at City Hall on Tuesday, May 5, resulted in the Mesquite City Council unanimously accepting the proposed recommendation made by the STR Committee to Title 2, Chapter 13, vacation home rentals. This was the second special meeting held, but unlike the first one, the council chamber was barely half full. The first … [Read more...] about Recommendations for STR accepted by council at special meeting
City council: STR regulations tabled, police contract hits impasse
In a marathon session on April 28, the Mesquite City Council grappled with two of the most contentious issues facing the city: the future of short-term rentals (STRs) and a contract impasse with the Mesquite Police Officers Association (MPOA). While the evening began with celebrations of community generosity and student achievement, it ended in a stony silence from the dais … [Read more...] about City council: STR regulations tabled, police contract hits impasse
CCSD FMP holds final MV public meeting
On Tuesday, May 5, Clark County School District (CCSD) held its final public Facilities Master Plan (FMP) meeting at the Moapa Valley High School library. The meeting was a general overview of three plans CCSD may adopt for the four Moapa Valley schools over the next five to 15 years, and a preview of the survey, which is open to the public. Around 50 individuals were … [Read more...] about CCSD FMP holds final MV public meeting
Mesquite honors its roots
Every year the people of Virgin Valley come together to celebrate the birth of Mesquite. Starting when a group of Mormon pioneers established a farming town in the late 1890s, Mesquite quickly grew. Then, on May 24, 1984, Clark County and the state of Nevada formally recognized Mesquite as an incorporated city. Every May, the city fathers hold a celebration to commemorate the … [Read more...] about Mesquite honors its roots
First responders celebrated at heroes night
On the beautiful evening of April 27, the fourth annual Heroes Night was held at the Clark County Fairgrounds. The fundraising event featured ample opportunity for participants to eat, play, laugh and interact with first responders of all stripes. The turnout was modest at the start of the night this year. Though ample crowds did eventually appear as the night went on, even … [Read more...] about First responders celebrated at heroes night
Mesquite Cancer HELP Society receives donation
The Mesquite Cancer HELP Society received a $5,000 donation check on April 20, 2026, from Do It Best Corp. Do It Best and the Mesquite Cancer HELP Society united over 10 years ago. Their relationship has evolved into one of caring, giving and making sure that cancer patients’ needs are met. “Twenty-five years ago, we started helping with fuel. Today, we assist with unlimited … [Read more...] about Mesquite Cancer HELP Society receives donation
Moapa Valley FFA celebrates state convention success
The Moapa Valley National FFA Organization chapter held its annual banquet on Saturday evening, May 2, recognizing state convention success, chapter and state degree recipients, graduating seniors, supporters and the installation of a new officer team. Former FFA president Nateya Rider helped lead the evening as the chapter looked back on another successful year. The banquet … [Read more...] about Moapa Valley FFA celebrates state convention success