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Last Thursday night, the Moapa Valley Fire Department, along with over 60 attendees, walked 2,977 steps in memory of those who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001, attacks. MVFD firefighter and event coordinator Captain Blake Empey said, “We had some tragic news yesterday with an unfortunate political ordeal. This year, it hit more home to me to be one … [Read more...] about Remembering with 2,977 steps
9/11
Honoring the fallen on 9/11
On the morning of Sept. 11, the citizens of Mesquite found a huge American flag waving high off a fire department ladder truck over Mesquite Boulevard. By 9 a.m., a good-sized crowd had gathered at Fire Station 1 to honor the fallen in a solemn and dignified ceremony led by Fire Chief Jayson Andrus. The police and fire honor guard presented the colors. Pastor Dennis Lee … [Read more...] about Honoring the fallen on 9/11
City Council addresses severe rat infestation
The Mesquite City Council meeting on Sept. 9 included tributes to the victims and heroes of 9/11, a continuing dispute over a business parking lot and a vote for abatement and lien on a residence over a major rat infestation. The Legacy of 9/11 The meeting began on a reflective note as the council took time to honor the anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. Mike Benham, a … [Read more...] about City Council addresses severe rat infestation
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive held on Sept. 11
The Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, sponsored by JustServe, was held at the Overton Community Center on Thursday, Sept. 11, as part of the 9/11 Day of Service. The American Red Cross furnished all the necessary supplies and equipment and provided trained staff to conduct donor screenings and safely collect blood donations. According to Redcrossblood.org, “Every two … [Read more...] about Battle of the Badges Blood Drive held on Sept. 11
Former postmaster presents 9/11 stamp to Fire Chief
On Thursday, Sept. 11, former postmaster of Mesquite Steve Hoff presented Chief Jayson Andrus, Mesquite Fire Chief, with the first cancellation of the original 9/11 commemorative stamp, originally issued by the United States Postal Service. “On behalf of honoring all first responders on September 11, 2001, as well as my grandson and daughter, who have served as firefighters, … [Read more...] about Former postmaster presents 9/11 stamp to Fire Chief
First responders prepare for 9/11 events
Sept. 11 is a day that citizens of the United States should not forget. Moapa Valley’s first responders are making preparations for a Memorial Walk and Battle of the Badges Blood Drive to be held on Thursday, Sept 11. Community members are encouraged to come out and show support for first responders by participating in the blood drive and the approximately one-mile walk … [Read more...] about First responders prepare for 9/11 events
