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By LAURA ROBISON The Progress The Lost City Museum hosted its annual Native American Heritage Day last Saturday, March 8, with well over 300 people in attendance. Museum director Tracey Sprague said this is the biggest event of the year and has been going on for over 40 years. This year’s visitors came from all over, including Utah, Arizona, Idaho, New Mexico, Las … [Read more...] about Celebrating Native heritage
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Forum focuses on religious liberty
By RUTH MELVIN The Progress A group of community members attended the forum “Uniting for Religious Freedom: Finding Common Ground” on March 4. The meeting featured a local panel of religious leaders and keynote speakers who addressed the importance of preserving religious liberty as protected by the First Amendment. After the meeting was opened with a prayer … [Read more...] about Forum focuses on religious liberty
Councilperson Wes Boger resigns
In a surprise move, on Tuesday, March 3, Wes Boger turned in his resignation from the Mesquite City Council, effective Friday, March 7. In an email to the city staff, colleagues and friends, Boger said, “After many discussions and prayers, over the weekend, my family and I decided it was time for me to step away from serving on City Council. When I ran in 2020, my goal was … [Read more...] about Councilperson Wes Boger resigns
Pirates battle tough competition
By NICK YAMASHITA The Progress The Moapa Valley Pirates baseball team saw some tough competition over the last week as they faced off against several out-of-state and out-of-district teams. “We have experienced a week of intense competition, showcasing resilience and skill across multiple match-ups,” head coach Justin Williams said. The Pirates started out on … [Read more...] about Pirates battle tough competition
VVHS hosts Las Vegas, Sunrise Mountain
By LOU MARTIN The Progress Virgin Valley High School hosted Las Vegas and Sunrise Mountain High Schools on Wednesday, March 5 in a mid-week meet. Points were not given for team scores, but Las Vegas dominated the dashes. In the men’s group, Bulldog Keegan Stahl tied for second in the 100-meter dash and placed fourth in the 200 meters. Stahl ran 11.4, which is excellent … [Read more...] about VVHS hosts Las Vegas, Sunrise Mountain
VVettes ‘roll out red carpet’
By DENISE HOUSTON The Progress On Saturday, March 8, the Virgin Valley VVettes closed out their 2024/2025 season with their annual Drillteam Review. Head coach Erica Garrett was the MC for the evening. The theme was “Roll Out the Red Carpet.” The VVettes have been honored to have Emma Woods as the designer/decorator the last four years. The high school gymnasium … [Read more...] about VVettes ‘roll out red carpet’
Catch ‘I Hate Shakespeare!’ at MVHS’s Ronald Dalley Theatre
Get ready for a fresh, comedic twist on the classic works of William Shakespeare with “I Hate Shakespeare!,” a play that brings laughter, irreverence, and wit to the stage like never before. Directed by Dr. Kenna Higgins, this uproarious production will run from March 11 to March 13 at MVHS’s Ronald Dalley Theatre, offering theatergoers an opportunity to experience Shakespeare … [Read more...] about Catch ‘I Hate Shakespeare!’ at MVHS’s Ronald Dalley Theatre
Meeting held on plant proposal
By VERNON ROBISON The Progress More than 150 people attended a neighborhood meeting held on Monday evening, Feb. 24 in the Moapa Rec Center to hear about a proposal to develop a large-scale industrial cement manufacturing facility on the Lewis Ranch property north of Glendale. The meeting was hosted by Bridgesource, one of seven construction service subsidiaries … [Read more...] about Meeting held on plant proposal
Heritage Day honors pioneer grit and spirit
By CHERYL JENSEN The Progress Heritage Day was held at the Heritage Park in Mesquite on Saturday, March 1 to celebrate the history of the pioneers who settled Virgin Valley. It was a celebration with food, pioneer games and crafts and stories organized by the East and West Stakes of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The morning activities began … [Read more...] about Heritage Day honors pioneer grit and spirit
OPD5 Chair earns NRECA Director Gold
OPD5 Board of Trustees Chairman Jack Nelson recently received the National Rural Electric Association (NRECA) Director Gold Certificate. He was recognized for his accomplishment during a board meeting held in Mesquite on Wednesday, Feb. 19. The Director Gold certificate is awarded only after a series of prerequisite board training has been completed. These begin with the … [Read more...] about OPD5 Chair earns NRECA Director Gold