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CITY COUNCIL MESQUITE WORKS Limited marijuana Jobseekers will have money approved chance to interview for schools for many positions MLN By Barbara Ellestad MLN Preparations for the upcoming job fair are in full swing at Mesquite Works as they hold their fourth event of the The Mesquite City Council’s approach to approv- year on Wednesday, Nov. 1 from 2 - 6 p.m. at the Rising Star ing portions of marijuana sales tax receipts for lo- Sports Ranch in the Grand Ballroom. cal schools couldn’t have been more different com- This is the place to be for job seekers who want to find pared to when the issue was first introduced several work and meet the employers face to face and to introduce months ago. themselves, present a resume and discuss jobs and possibly Councilman Brian Wursten introduced a measure arrange for an interview. Several local businesses accept on on July 25 that would devote half of 1 percent of the line applications at the job fair and there may be computers 3 percent tax collected from local marijuana sales available to use. to supplement shortfalls in funding for Mesquite In August the job fair hosted 195 people wanting to work schools. Wursten said the fund would be controlled locally. There were several people hired on the spot at the by the council with input from the Mesquite Com- job fair and a total of 34 people were hired within the month. munity Education Advisory Board. As a non-profit corporation Mesquite Works provides The measure died on a 2-3 vote to move it forward free services geared toward helping people improve their with three councilmen arguing that dedicating any ability to find good work. monies from marijuana tax sales was premature at Barbara Ellestad There are free single-session classes offered by Mesquite the time and outside the budgeting process. Council- Cliff Gravett, a member of the Community Educa- Works including Interviewing Skills, Resume Building, Ap- men George Rapson, David Ballweg and Geno With- tion Advisory Board, assured the Mesquite City propriate Work Attire and General Business Preparation. elder voted no with Wursten and Rich Green voting Council at its meeting Tuesday, Oct. 24, that the For older people returning to work, these classes review and yes. organization was prepared to devise a plan to sharpen money-making skills. At the council’s Aug. 8 meeting, several dozen high spend $60,000 allocated from marijuana sales For young job seekers, the classes provide new ideas and tax receipts on extracurricular activities at four helpful ways to succeed in real life situations which can be > See COUNCIL, Page 5A local schools. the start of a profitable career. There is still time for jobseekers to come into the office at the Mesquite Plaza, Suite 102 between the hours of 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. or call 702-613-0699. Volunteers are there Tuesday, VETERAN’S DAY PARADE Wednesday and Thursday to be of help with questions. As always, more information can be found at their web- site, www.mesquiteworksnv.org. Those same volunteers will also be participating and shar- ing the Mesquite Works story in several upcoming Mes- quite events. Shreek-Reeka presented by the Eureka Casino > See JOBS, Page 7A

chamber of commerce Home and Garden Expo – A new event in Mesquite Vets parade 10-26-17 01: Purple Heart By Kristen Williams MLN

On Saturday, Oct. 28, the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce is hosting the inaugural “Everything Home & Garden” Expo, sponsored by Mesquite Gaming, at the CasaBlanca Resort Event Tent, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Teri Nehrenz Vendors will include home appliances and décor, paint- Purple Heart Veteran, Tony Hardway, (L) and Uncle Sam (Robert Barquist) have a get together while ing, electrical and cleaning services, windows and awnings, Congressman Crescent Hardy stands in the background waiting to ride with Hardway before the start heating and cooling, pet grooming, and more. The event is of the 2016 Mesquite Veteran’s Day Parade. open to the public with free admittance. Canned food dona- tions are suggested and will benefit the local food bank. Planned demonstrations will occur throughout the day: Barquist chosen to be Grand Marshall From 10:15 – 11:15, visitors can enjoy a “create a pumpkin patch” craft workshop put on by Ace Hardware. Children By Teri Nehrenz the Straleys were involved in this Barquist was born June 4, 1947, ages 3 and older are welcomed to participate with their par- MLN year’s parade but there is an in- in Boulder City and was raised in ent or guardian, while supplies last. credible lineup for the fourteenth Henderson. He graduated from From noon to 1 p.m., Ace Hardware will demonstrate the Allan Litman, an Army veteran, year none the less. Basic High School in June 1965 and new Big Green Egg “ultimate cooking experience.” It’s a ver- has been Mesquite’s mayor for a This year, with the assistance of joined the US Navy in 1967. After satile kamado style charcoal grill and smoker. while, but not nearly as long as Chuck Caldwell, the parade sched- graduating basic training, he was Then from 2– 3 p.m., Meadow Valley Farm from Moapa he’s been extending great efforts uled for Nov. 4 at 10 a.m., will host sent to Hospital Corps School in Valley will hold a presentation including the benefits of raw to another important mission more than 60 groups/participants San Diego, where he spent nearly goat milk, organic vegetation and herbs. that’s near and dear to him. Lit- along with The Virgin Valley High three and a half years. In 1970, The sole food vendor will be Mesquite Works, which will man extends his great efforts to School Band and Jr. ROTC mem- he attended Fleet Marine Forces provide a hot dog lunch with all proceeds benefitting the pay tribute to Veteran’s all over the bers from from Bonanza and Las School at Camp Pendleton, Cali- non-profit. country right here in Mesquite. Vegas High Schools. fornia, and was then transferred Vendors are still being accepted and are encouraged to Litman, along with Harold and They have chosen Robert L. to Third Marine Amphibious contact the chamber at (702) 346-2902, or info@mesquitenv- Pat Straley, has been organizing Barquist (last year’s Uncle Sam) Force, Second Combined Action chamber.com to participate. For a 10x10 booth, the cost is $50 the annual Veteran’s Day Parade for the honorable position of for the past 13 years. Neither of Grand Marshall. > See PARADE, Page 2A > See EXPO, Page 7A Get your daily news in our newsletter! Sign up at MesquiteLocalNews.com 2A MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Oct. 26, 2017 Halloween Carnival slated at Beaver Dam High on Oct. 30

MLN There will also be a trick or treat event for the kids. With no defined neighbor- The Beaver Dam High School Student hoods in the area, it is hard for trick or Council is excited to organize its 2nd treaters. This is where we would like to Annual Halloween Carnival. The date invite the community to help out. is Monday, Oct. 30, and the time will Organizers are asking for folks to be 3:30-5:30 p.m., at the Beaver Dam bring a blankets or lawns chairs and Elementary School, using their play- make a “neighborhood” on the field at ground and field on the west side of the the elementary school to make a “street” school. for the kids to trick or treat on. The carnival will feature the return of At 5:15 p.m., kids will line up for a cos- a great Spook Alley, and more games for tume parade, and then that parade will the kids, along with a “Shoot the Mon- come down your homemade “street” ster” activity that will be similar to the for trick or treating. If you would like paint ball event at Homecoming. Also, to participate in this fun event that will there will lots of good food, with carne be a great time for our kids, contact the asada tacos, hamburgers, drinks and BDHS Student Council Advisor, Greg treats for all. Johnston, at [email protected]. Abbey Snow Members of the Virgin Valley Theatre Group perform their comedy “Auditions for Murder.” Their are two more performances scheduled Oct. 27 and 28. VVTG’s ‘Audition for Murder’ CUSTOM WEB & GRAPHIC continues with shows Oct. 27-28 FAMILY-OWNED IN NEVADA MLN the group decided to wait for a police of- ficer, Rory Toppman (Mike Schultz), to The Virgin Valley Theatre Group is stop by as he always did when he saw the currently performing the comedy, “Au- community theater participants there. DESIGN dition for Murder,” at the Mesquite Com- Grace take control over the initial in- munity Theater. The play features two vestigation and continues to question ladies who become stranded at a small everyone to find out their whereabouts community theater where auditions for when the victim died. a play are taking place. The auditions get Peter Grogan (Chad Calmelat) brought out of hand when some theatre group up the fact the Benson family had some REQUEST A QUOTE members mysteriously start dying, and previous deaths. (775) 962-2461 | www.NVCMedia.com a race to solve the murders begin. “This hasn’t been a very lucky year The play, “Audition for Murder” was for the Benson clan, has it?” said Peter. written by Howard Voland and Keith Mc- “This is the third death this year. One al- Gregor, and directed by Glen Bjornson. most wonders…who is next? Stepmoth- Nevada Central Media specializes In graphic design, creating custom The story starts when Grace Sharp er? Jeff, perhaps?” artwork for your outreach project. We work with clients in both print and digital graphic design. 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Auditions Solving this mystery ends up being a lot for a play are taking place and the entire more complicating than perceived, and Benson family is involved in Aunt Sue’s the results are completely unexpected. production. Other cast members include: Gary After a less than welcome advance, Williams (Jeff Benson), Kimberly Gil- in comes Hap (Denis Feehan) who con- bert (Rhonday Benson-Squash), Carol stantly pursues and harasses Doris dur- McConeghey (Margo Benson-Stevens) ing the whole play. Hap is hard of hear- and Judy Edgington (Helen Benson- ing and misunderstands everything Grogan). Susan Shultz is the stage man- e others say, which causes his responses ager who wrangles the herd and Janet Cliffrose to ensure some comical errors in con- McDonald costumed the bunch. Shultz versation? also has a walk on part playing the role CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES When the first murder is discovered, of Susan Benson. being a retired nurse, Doris examines The last two performances will be on Featuring the Cliffrose String Quartet the body concluding that the victim fell Oct 27 and 28 at the Mesquite Community and hit their head. Theatre, 150 N. Yucca St., with showtimes Agreeing the police should be notified, at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $16 per person.

rines triggered a booby-trapped mortar Parade round, severely injuring him. He was continued from Page 1A awarded the Bronze Star with Combat V for Valor for his actions. Group near Hoi An in the Dai Loc dis- After four years, ten months and six trict, arriving in Vietnam December 24, days, not that he was counting, Barquist 1970. He was assigned to Combined Ac- was released from active duty. He went tion Patrol 2-2-2 as the platoon Hospital on to use his Navy training in Labora- Corpsman. tory Medicine to become a medical labo- During the day, Barquist would often ratory technologist, a career that car- see patients from the villages and was ried him through to his retirement from CONCERT I: involved in Med Caps immunizing vil- Mesa View Regional Hospital where he lagers against plague and other diseas- served as the Laboratory Administra- es. tive Director until 2012. sunday, November 5, 2 p.m. Barquist was involved in several other The parade will start on Willow Street actions, but the one on March 15, 1971, and run along Mesquite Boulevard to Music For A ousand Years was his most memorable. One of his ma- Arrowhead Drive.

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Editor’s note: The following was Oct. 18 Oct. 15-21 taken from the pages of the Mesquite Nuisance or Minor Disturbance: Statistics supplied by Mesquite Police Harris, Phil III Police Department blotter from Oct. An adult male was arrested for breach of Department. Disclaimer: These names Crestro Valley, CA 15-21. peace. He was transported to the deten- were reported in the Mesquite Police 10/18/17 tion center and booked. Department’s arrest report released Oct. Disturbing the peace/Fighting Oct. 15 Keep the peace: Officer responded to 23. Persons should be presumed inno- Unknown Problem: Responded to a a report of a civil standby while a spouse cent until convicted in a court of law. Hendrickson, Joshua A 911 hang up (verbal dispute). Both par- collects belongings from his residence. Bunkerville ties agreed to talk it out later when they Officer took a report of possible domes- Adcock, Malcom J Jr. 10/17/17 calm down. Female party left the resi- tic violence. Las Vegas Petit larceny dence for the time being. Controlled Substance Problem: 10/19/17 conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle. One Misdemeanor arrest warrant Kelly, Adam W Oct. 16 male and one female were arrested for Ivins, UT Theft from vehicle: An officer re- drug related charges. Beig, Kallie V 10/19/17 sponded to a business reference a stolen Suspicious Person/Circumstance: Mesquite Possession of drug paraphernalia license plate. A report was completed Spoke to person who is concerned about 10/16/17 Possession of controlled substance x3 and the license plate was entered NCIC. suspicious activity going on at business DUI Assault/Battery: Officer attempted next door. Informed the person that of- Manitz, Zachary W to contact resident regarding an alleged ficer will pass the information along to Bolles, James E Mesquite past assault. Received answering ma- the Investigative Service Division for Provo, UT 10/20/17 chine and a message was left requesting further investigations. 10/20/17 Possession of drug paraphernalia a call back. Domestic Violence: responded to a Trespassing Trespassing: An officer responded to North Grapevine Road residence on a Martin, Jeremy K a local casino for a trespass violator. report of domestic violence. One female Bozek, Jennifer A Las Vegas Lost Property: An officer responded adult was arrested for battery domestic Mesquite 10/17/17 to a residence reference lost property. A violence. 10/18/17 Failure to appear x2 report was completed. Found Property: Responded to a lo- Domestic battery DUI: An officer responded to a report cal intersection off Mesa Boulevard and Metz, Jason M of an intoxicated driver. located an abandoned bicycle. The bi- Britt, Daniel D Mesquite Fraud: Officer responded to the Mes- cycle was booked into the Police Depart- West Jordan, Ut 10/21/17 quite Police lobby to assist a citizen who ment’s Property Room. 10/19/17 Failure to appear needed a police report completed for the Controlled Substance Problem: Trespassing credit card fraud services. Officer conducted a traffic stop for an Failure to appear x2 Michel, Chester A Wanted Person: An adult male was equipment violation. The driver was is- Las Vegas located and arrested for an active arrest sued a citation for consuming marijuana Dalton, Denise 10/19/17 warrant. The male was transported to while driving. Mesquite Jail housing agreement the detention center and booked on the Trespassing: were dispatched to a 10/18/17 warrant. trespass call. One male subject was ar- General probation violation Morris, Christopher A rested for warrants. Logandale Oct. 17 Dean, Michael A 10/16/17 Trespassing: Responded to a River- Oct. 19 Rifle, CO Trespassing side Road business regarding a trespass Custody Issue: Officers responded 10/18/17 violator. Subject was located and placed to a West Pioneer Boulevard restaurant Possession of drug paraphernalia Rogers, Boone B under arrest for trespass. reference questions about child custody. Possession of controlled substance x2 Colorado City, AZ Theft: An officer responded to a resi- Officers relocated and conducted a wel- 10/16/17 dence on a report of stolen prescription fare check on the child in question and Esparza, Jason E Jail housing agreement pills. subsequently arrested the child’s guard- Washington, UT Lost Property: Responded to a Riv- ian for possession of drug parapherna- 10/21/17 Sanchez, Juan J Jr erside Road residence on report of lost lia. The child was released to a second Open container of alcohol in vehicle Mesquite wallet. guardian. 10/19/17 Hit & Run: Officer took a report of a Bomb Threat or Attack: An officer Farr, Seth B Possession of drug paraphernalia two-car collision on private property. responded to a West Mesquite Boule- St. George, UT Property Damage, Non-Vandal- vard business reference a threatening 10/15/17 Sandoval, Arturo J ism: An officer responded to a Sun Val- call. A report was completed, and the Jail housing agreement Mesquite ley Dive residence on a report of prop- investigation is ongoing. 10/17/17 erty damage. An information report was Fraud: Officers responded to the Po- Flaugher, Marianne R Trespassing completed. Rifle, CO > See BLOTTER, Page 6A 10/18/17 Sheneman, Jainee False information/Obstructing Mesquite 10/21/17 Police calls K9 search 1 Graham, Randall J Domestic battery Many calls that the Police Department Keep the peace 1 Monroe, UT receives are not always included in the Lost property 2 blotter, as they are under investigation or Medical emergency 1 10/17/17 Wagoner, Ricky D a synopsis is not received. To show the Miscellaneous CAD call record 7 Domestic battery Mesquite amount of work our PD does do, we are Noise disturbance 2 10/16/17 including a weekly roster of stats. This Non-LEO incident 2 Hamer, Adam Contempt of court week, there were 182 total incidents in the Nuisance or minor disturbance 2 Hurricane, UT blotter: Parking problem 3 Past disturbance 1 10/21/17 Wortham, Joshua S Agency assistance 5 Person on foot 2 DUI Las Vegas Alarm 13 Phone harassment 1 Open container of alcohol in vehicle 10/17/17 Animal bite 1 Property damage non-vandalism 3 Registration in vehicle Contempt of court Animal complaint 1 Reckless driver 2 Failure to maintain travel lane Animal noise 1 Robbery alarm 3 Animal pick up 2 Sex offender verification 1 Assault/battery 1 Sex offense 1 Attempt to locate 1 Stolen vehicle 1 Bomb threat or attack 1 Suspicious person 20 Citizen assist 5 Suspicious vehicle 7 Civil dispute 1 Theft 4 Civil matter 2 Theft from vehicle 2 Thank You Controlled substance problem 4 Threatening 1 Custody issue 2 TPO/restraining order 3 Domestic trouble 3 Traffic accident w/o injury 3 For Reading Domestic violence 3 Traffic stop 2 DUI 3 Traffic violation 1 ARIZONA LOTTERY Fighting 1 Trespassing 8 Drive a Little & Get a Lotto Fire 1 Unknown problem 8 MESQUITE Pick-up Your Favorite Lotto Tickets today! 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LETTERs TO THE EDITOR Gun law backers too wily

Armed guards in Sun City for their own good Mesquite? WOW. and cultures dating back to ancient civ- ilizations. For example, the ancient Ma- he backers of a 2016 ballot ini- To the editor, yans are known to have used war pris- tiative to create a state law re- I live in Sun City Mesquite and I have oners, criminals and others as slaves to quiring criminal background never felt the need to“man the gates and do manual labor and for human sacri- checks for all private party roll out the cannon.” None of the resi- fice, and slaves were bought and sold Tgun sales — something not required dents I talked to felt threatened by the by the Aztecs. The Egyptians are also by federal law — are asking the courts event that occurred horrific as it was. known to have relied on hundreds of to fix a fatal flaw that they themselves We do believe that the Mesquite Po- thousands of slaves to construct their created. thomas mitchell lice and other law enforcement officials pyramids. Failure to comply with the Back- commentary did an outstanding job of containing In Africa, slaves were used for armies, ground Check Act requirement would the situation. No one that I talked to felt household servants and for manual la- carry a penalty of up to a year in jail the need for Pulte to provide us with a bor needs. Between 2000 and 3000 and a $2,000 fine — if it were enforce- seeks to remove was placed there spe- “posse comitatus.” years ago the number of enslaved per- able. cifically to avoid incurring cost to the I frequently see Mesquite Police ve- sons in Africa has been estimated at The measure, Question 1 on the taxpaying voters. Without that section hicles drive through our streets and I 30% to 50% of the population. During November ballot, passed with a mere the election outcome might well have feel secure that they would respond if this period, slave trade with Muslim 50.45 percent of the vote, failing in been different. needed. I certainly hope we don’t resort countries was common. every county except Clark. On the day the suit was filed Laxalt to armed guards in Sun City Mesquite. There is also evidence that slavery The initiative backers — in order to sent an opinion to the governor telling Mike Stone was practiced amongst the Ameri- avoid having a fiscal note saying what him that he has the authority to again Sun City Mesquite can Indians, typically with captives the mandatory background checks ask the FBI to conduct private sale from tribal conflicts. Included in would cost taxpayers, something that backgrounds, but that the request ‘Always Question’ this group were tribes such as the might cost votes — wrote the new law would be “unique and unprecedent- To the editor, Comanche in Texas, the Pawnee to say that those in involved in a pri- ed” and might jeopardize the state’s Terry Donnelly’s rant about white and the Klamath. The percentage of vate gun sale must contact a licensed current status in which it conducts privilege in his October 18 article slaves held by NW Indian tribes has gun dealer to conduct a background all federally required and voluntary “Question – Don’t Assume” is more of been estimated to be as much as 25% check and: “The licensed dealer must private sale background checks. a reflection of an ideology rather than of their population. contact the National Instant Criminal In the December opinion declaring historical fact. Slaves were a source of cheap labor Background Check System [NICS], the Background Check Act unenforce- Thankfully, slavery has been illegal and during the height of the western as described in 18 U.S.C. § 922(t), and able, Bureau Chief Gregory Zunino in this country for over 150 years and it slave trade, it was the African states not the Central Repository, to deter- pointed out that the state-run back- is illegal throughout the world. And it that were primarily involved with raid- mine whether the buyer or transferee ground checks are in fact superior is important to understand that slavery ing parties to obtain individuals for is eligible to purchase and possess to those run through just the federal was never limited to the United States, sale. At that time in history, the econo- firearms under state and federal law database. nor was it limited to only “white” cul- mies of some African states were based …” “Because background checks run tures. upon slave trade, and during times of The Central Repository is handled through Nevada as the Point of Con- In actuality slavery was a common conflicts, captors were more likely to be by the Nevada Department of Public tact incorporate data from both NICS and accepted practice in many societies sold as slaves rather than to be killed. Safety and uses NICS data as well as and Nevada’s own state records, the Also, during this time most Europeans state and local data to run background process as currently administered by refused to participate in raiding parties checks required by federal law and the Department ensures that persons due to fear of disease and conflict with those sought voluntarily by private legally barred from firearms posses- Mesquite warring native tribes. gun sellers. sion do not circumvent the bar simply Local News Unfortunately, slavery still exists to- After the initiative passed the FBI because the FBI may lack records that day. An underground economy in hu- was twice asked if would conduct the Nevada possesses, like mental-health Published every Thursday by Battle Born Media LLC man trafficking exists for the sex trade, private sale background checks for records, records of domestic violence, and in 2015 ISIS went on record reinsti- the state, but refused, saying state law misdemeanor criminal records, ar- Publisher tuting slavery. They also went so far as “cannot dictate how federal resources rest reports, and restraining orders,” Kirk Kern to set a standard price for men, women are applied.” Zunino noted. “By having Nevada [email protected] and children slaves ranging from about Attorney General Adam Laxalt’s serve as the Point of Contract, a wide Advertising sales $40 to over $170 per individual. office issued an opinion saying the law net is cast. The FBI recently suggest- Sandi Boyce Regarding the on-field NFL player is unenforceable since the state could ed, for instance, that the lack of Point [email protected] demonstrations, I fully agree with Mr. not force the federal government to of Contact program in South Carolina 801-661-5686 Donnelly and others. The players do perform the background checks and played a role in Dylan Roof acquiring Advertising coordinator have a right to protest. They also have the law specifically prohibits the state a gun before murdering nine congre- Pam Mulligan a right to choose how and when they from doing so. gants at a church in Charleston, South [email protected] protest as long as it is done lawfully. The lawsuit filed earlier this month Carolina.” Staff However, protesters should under- on behalf of three individuals names It should be noted that the gunman Barbara Ellestad (city council) stand that there may be consequences Gov. Brian Sandoval and Laxalt as who fired into a country music con- Linda Faas (Virgin Valley Water District) to their actions as has occurred in this defendants. The suit asks the court to cert from the 32-second floor of the Lou Martin (Sports) instance (reduced viewership, fewer force Sandoval to enforce the back- Mandalay Bay killing 58 and injur- Teri Nehrenz (Calendar/office manager) fans, cancelled advertising, negative ground check law or, in the alterna- ing about 500, obtained his dozens of [email protected] publicity, etc). On the other hand, the tive, to sever any portion of the law weapons legally, passing all required 12 W. Mesquite Blvd Suite 109 public has the right to decide if they that is invalid or unenforceable. In background checks in Nevada and Mesquite NV 89027 want to listen to or watch such pro- other words, rewrite the law that the several other states. tests. Those protesting have no rights voters so narrowly approved. The initiative was a futile gesture (702) 346-NEWS (6397) Fax: (888) 241-8172 nor guarantees that their protests be Like most laws the Background at best, but the backers outsmarted [email protected] heard. Check Act contains a severability themselves by trying to hide its true Finally, Mr. Donnelly is no longer clause that states if any portion of the cost from the voters. a resident of Mesquite. He has been a law is found invalid or unconstitu- full-time resident of Colorado for well tional that should not affect the law Thomas Mitchell is a longtime Nevada newspaper over 1 year at his home near Denver. as a whole because that part could be columnist. You may email him at thomasmnv@yahoo. Jerry Schulz excised. But the section that the suit com. He also blogs at http://4thst8.wordpress.com/. The Week of Oct. 26, 2017 MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS 5A

all the discussions we’ve had on this,” Ballweg said. “We’ve got information Council now [after the first quarter receipts] continued from Page 1A that gives us an idea of what we might collect.” school students, parents and teachers He added that the definitive amount vociferously protested that decision. gives the CEAB an idea of the fund- Wursten promised to re-introduce ing they can expect and begin working the measure and he did on the Oct. 24 on a plan of how it will be spent. “The council agenda. CEAB can come back to the council However, Ballweg also introduced a in January with their plan,” Ballweg resolution at Tuesday’s meeting that if said. He also said the funding can be approved would pre-empt Wursten’s amended during the next budget pro- move. Adding to the drama, Wursten cess in May 2018. co-sponsored Ballweg’s resolution “Deep Roots Harvest is also work- that appeared to contradict his own ing on additional funding for this pro- ordinance that he ultimately pulled gram, but we don’t know what that is Barbara Ellestad off the agenda at the beginning of the yet,” Ballweg said. Mesquite Firefighter Norman Nielsen, left, received the 2017 Safety Officer meeting. No students, teachers or “This resolution works well and Award Recognition award from Jake Noll, President of Rotary Club of Mesquite. school administrators attended Tues- is all encompassing,” Wursten said. day’s council meeting. “We have been meeting with Deep Ballweg’s resolution calls for a set Roots Harvest and they have been amount of marijuana tax receipts, be- wonderful to work with. They are Rotary Clubs present SOAR awards ginning with $60,000, that will offset working on additional funding. If By Barbara Ellestad gram that was launched last year. the costs of extracurricular activities things come to fruition like we think MLN Mesquite Police Department Honors for students at four local schools. Dis- they might, that will help replace were presented to Detective Sergeant tribution of the money will be admin- some of the funds that would have The Rotary Club of Mesquite and the John Woods, Detectives Gary Erickson, istered by CEAB with council’s over- come from the city.” Mesquite Sunrise Rotary announced David Alejos, and Wyatt Oliver along sight. “There are pieces of this that I like their 2017 Safety Officer Award Recog- with Las Vegas Metropolitan Police The city received $120,000 in mari- and some that I prefer not to be in here,” nition awards at the city council meeting Department officers Nate Jones and juana tax receipts for the first quarter Rapson said. Disagreeing with the por- on Oct. 24. Chris Kohntopp and Clark County Fire of the fiscal year, July through Sep- tion of the resolution that would leave Mesquite Fire and Rescue Honors Department Arson Investigator Linda tember. That is half of the $240,000 spending plans up to CEAB, he said went to Firefighter/Critical Care Para- Poe. the city projected it would receive for “I can’t think of anyone who knows medic Norman Nielsen and Captain The officers were recognized for their the entire fiscal year. Deep Roots Har- their school better than the principal. I John Gately. Nielsen was honored for work in investigating several arson fires vest, the only marijuana facility in think it would be simpler and wiser to his work in saving a patient’s life during in the Bunkerville and Mesquite areas Mesquite, also paid $12,500 in licens- allocate the money directly to the prin- transport to a hospital. Gately was cited and apprehending the arsonist before ing fees for the year. While medical cipal based on qualitative measures for his development of the department’s lives were lost and property and homes marijuana sales have been allowed for like a per pupil, per school count.” Critical Care Transport paramedic pro- destroyed. several years, recreational marijuana Rapson agreed with the $60,000 cap sales began July 1. saying “this is not a blank check. That Part of the disagreement with Wurst- was my fundamental issue with the en’s original proposal was that the city original proposal. Contrary to com- Dr. Robert D. Hillstead, O.D. had already budgeted the projected re- ments in the past, not every person in Optometrist ceipts in May. Several councilors also this town wants to spend every dollar Shaun D. Rich ABOC/NCLEC disagreed with giving the schools “a on the schools. We have other budget- Nevada Licensed Optician blank check” without knowing exactly ary requirements. Although I’m not how much tax receipts would ulti- a hundred percent happy with this, I Now located in the Oasis Professional Park mately be collected by the city. can live with it.” Ballweg’s resolution took that uncer- Green said “the CEAB is geared up tainty out of the picture by allotting a to manage this. The board has repre- 702-346-1994 set amount. sentative from all four schools and the precisioneyecare4u.com “Councilman Wursten and I have principals attend those meetings also.” been working very diligently on try- The resolution passed on a unani- 840 PINNACLE COURT ing to come up with a compromise on mous vote. BLDG. 11 | STE. 102 | MESQUITE

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Police Invite Businesses for Trunk or Treat Club of Mesquite and the Clark Coun- ty Rural Democratic Caucus. Its mem- The 11th annual Trunk or Treat fes- bership is open to registered Demo- tivities will take place on Tuesday, crats who want to learn more about Oct. 31 at 5:30 pm. Mesquite Gaming Democratic Party values and candi- will once again donate the use of the dates. Casablanca Parking Garage for the The event will be held at Highland event. Estates, 555 Highland Drive, on Nov. 1, There is no fee to participate; howev- at 5:30 p.m. Contact Michelle West at er, businesses must provide one piece 702-346-2902 or michelle@mesquiten- of commercially wrapped candy or vchamber.com for additional informa- non-food item for the anticipated 400 tion. children who will attend the event. Donations can be made at the Mes- Chamber schedules quite Police Department at 695 Mayan Open House/Mixer Circle between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Mon- Dress up in your best or scariest day through Friday. Halloween costumes for the Mes- Businesses can reserve a trunk space quite Chamber of Commerce Mixer Submitted photo by sending an email with contact infor- and Open House event on Oct. 26 The cast of Marianne Johnston’s October Murder Mystery Dinner. mation to policerecords@mesquitenv. from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Redd Hills gov or by calling 702-346-5262. Community Center, 736 W. Pioneer Blvd. Murder mystery dinners always fun Ribbon Cutting slated The open house is hosted by Colo- For Virgin Valley Democrats nial Property Management, Odyssey By Barb King smart, captivating divorcee’ played by Virgin Valley Democrats was found- Landscaping, Construction Carpentry Lorna Hardy. ed in 2014 by dedicated Democrats Finishes, Citywide Home Loans and In the 1950’s there were hula hoops, Johnstone’s parties are usually com- through a merger of the Democratic Fidelity National Title. hot rods and black leather jackets. It prised of mostly all women, but at this was the birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll and back- event, she was fortunate to attract yard cookouts. At Marianne John- four husband and wife couples to act stone’s October murder mystery din- and dress the parts of characters. ner, the fictitious location was Kansas Barb King was Dazzling Donna, the City, Missouri. Tom Dooley, the car Radio DJ who spun 45’s with top 40 dealership owner of ‘Honest Tom’s’, hits of 1959 and coordinated all con- was fatally stabbed with a BBQ fork versations leading to the disclosure of while charcoal grilling chicken at a Tom Dooley’s killer. party with his friends and family. To join in the fun, call Johnstone There were six suspects who were at 702-345-4459 to take part in her expected to solve the mystery: Johnny monthly events and be sure to attend Angel, an auto mechanic played by her Halloween murder mystery din- Mike Gill; Bobby Sox, Tom’s little sis- ner at the Mesquite Senior Center at Power Washing ter and hula hoop champion played by 102 W. Old Mill Road on Thursday, CUSTOM PAINTING Vivian McDonald; Chubby Cheddar, a Oct. 26, from 4 to 7 p.m. It is called Masonry Rock ‘n’ Roll musician played by Jim “Murder at Curst Mansion,” which EXTERIOR & INTERIOR Concrete Epoxies Chatlin; Tiara Diamond, Tom’s fian- takes place in 1920’s Hollywood and Wood cée and Miss Kansas City played by has a “play on names” of old famous Kathie Chatlin; Dan Dragnet, an actor movie stars. Since 1977 Wrought Iron and TV detective played by Steve Lor- The guests will guess who they Robert Bishop Stucco Repair ing and Peggy Sue, a newspaper gos- think committed the murder. Hurry Elastomeric Coatings sip columnist played by Kaui Loring. and get your tickets. There is limited 702-810-6000 Two additional characters were Ivan seating and tickets are going fast. NV State License #0014455A Sputnik, a Russian rocket scientist They are $10 each and include a full played by Clark Hardy and Barby Q, a course dinner.

sponded to a West Pioneer Boulevard Blotter business on a report of a former employ- continued from Page 3A ee making threats. Theft: Officer’s spoke with a future lice Department on a report from a local resident of Mesquite about a theft inci- female being victimized from an online dent which occurred at his future resi- scam. dence. Wanted Person: Officers responded Welfare Check: responded to a sus- to a local gas station on a report of a tran- picious incident. Contacted a female and sient making threats to employees. One completed a report. male was taken into custody for a war- Traffic accident W/O injury: Offi- rant. cers responded to a two car non-injury Citizen Assist: Officers responded to accident. a property damage incident at a Wesr Pi- Theft: Responded to a Cottonwood oneer Boulevard car wash. Took photos Drive residence reference a theft inci- of the damages and took a report. dent that occurred at local store. Fraud: Officers received a call about a Trespassing: Responded to Mesa fraud incident. Contacted the reporting Boulevard casino reference a trespass party and took a report. incident. One male was arrested for tres- Theft: Officers responded to a West passing. Pioneer Boulevard store reference a Controlled Substance Problem: theft incident. Contacted the reporting Responded to a Cottonwood Drive resi- person and took a report. dence reference an adult male under the Controlled Substance Problem: influence of drugs. The male was arrest- Officers contacted a male adult inside a ed for possession of drug paraphernalia. Mesa Boulevard business. The male was found to be in possession of heroin and Oct. 21 drug paraphernalia and was arrested. Traffic Stop: An officer conducted a Found Property: An officer re- traffic stop for several traffic infractions sponded to a Mesa Boulevard residence and subsequently arrested the driver for reference found property. Upon arrival, DUI and the passenger for open contain- the officer took possession of the ring er of alcohol. and booked it into the Property Room Wanted Person: Officers conducted for safekeeping. a traffic on a male adult. The male driver Domestic Trouble: Officers re- was arrested for a local misdemeanor sponded to a Riverside Rd. residence warrant. reference a domestic. The suspect left Found Property: Officer’s respond- the area prior to the officer’s arrival. -Of ed to the Mesquite Detention Center to ficers will attempt to locate the suspect. obtain found property being turned in Animal Bite: An officer responded to by a local male. a Second South Street address, about a Fire: Officers responded to a North dog bite. Grapevine Road apartment reference a Property Damage, Non-Vandal- fire. The Mesquite Fire Department ar- ism: An officer responded to a Canyon rived on scene and put out the fire. View Way residence reference a crimi- Hit & Run: Officers arrived at a resi- nally damaged home window. Upon ar- dence reference a hit and run traffic acci- rival, the officer was unable to identify or dent. The suspect was not located. Offi- locate any suspects. cers completed a report for the incident. Domestic Trouble: Officers re- Domestic Violence: Officers re- sponded to a West Mesquite Boulevard sponded to a Falcon Street residence business on a report of domestic vio- reference a domestic in progress. One lence. The male offender was gone prior female was arrested for domestic bat- to officer’s arrival. A citation is pending tery. for the male offender. Traffic Violation: An officer con- ducted a traffic stop on an unlicensed Oct. 20 driver and subsequently issued the driv- Suspicious Person: Officers re- er citations for traffic violations. The Week of Oct. 26, 2017 MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS 7A

the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, Expo said with positive results, she expects continued from Page 1A this to become an annual event in Mes- quite that will attract people from all the surrounding areas. She also says that for chamber members and $75 for non- the event sponsor, Mesquite Gaming, members. For a 10x20 space, it’s $75 for have been “fantastic to work with” and members and $100 for non-members. the chamber appreciates their support. The chamber is advertising this event from Moapa Valley through southern Event info: Utah, and expects it to be well attended. Everything Home & Garden Expo With a goal of promoting local busi- Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. nesses and supporting its members, the CasaBlanca Resort Event Tent, 950 W. chamber designed this event to do just Mesquite Blvd. that. Free admittance. Canned food dona- Brenda Snell, president and CEO of tions suggested.

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Linda Faas Virgin Valley High principal Cliff Hughes (left) celebrates scholarship donation EXPO with MCEF treasurer Dan Wright and president Darlene Nelson Scholarship fundraiser ‘Hee Haw’ planned for Virgin Valley High Public Welcome SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28TH By Linda Faas profit organization, with VVHS career 10 AM - 3 PM MLN education coordinator Maury Putnam as vice president, and Dan Wright, VP of CASABLANCA RESORT - EVENT TENT An evening of barbecue, good ‘ol West- Bank of Nevada, serving as treasurer. In 950 W. MESQUITE BLVD. ern music and entertainment will be its first year the nonprofit raised $8000 held Tuesday, Nov. 14, to kick off fund- that was awarded to eight talented se- FREE ADMITTANCE raising for this year’s Virgin Valley High niors headed to college or trade school. Canned food donation suggested. Donations will benefit the local food bank. School graduating seniors. This year MCEF hopes to far exceed that The evening will be a light-hearted amount, with the November 14 dinner Vendors: Contact 702-346-2902 or hoedown featuring student entertain- launching efforts toward providing stu- [email protected] to participate. ment and BBQ dinner prepared by the dent scholarships. VVHS culinary arts classes. Guests are MCEF recognizes that many new- Sponsor: invited to wear boots and western at- comers to Mesquite are unaware of the tire to help set the mood for the evening. achievements of the outstanding stu- Valuable prizes will be raffled to build dents at VVHS. MCEF is committed to funds that go toward scholarships. help sponsor events where the young This first-ever “Hee Haw” hoedown people can showcase their talents. Last will be held at the Virgin Valley High spring MCEF sponsored “Spring Fling,” School Student Center, 820 Valley View a sell-out fundraiser event. Parents and Drive, 5:30-7:30pm. Mesquite Commu- students were surprised and pleased to nity Education Foundation sponsors see the strong showing of community the event. Tickets are $20, available at interest in their high school, and the din- VVHS, Mesquite Recreation Center, 100 ner guests were overwhelmed by the Get the one-on-one W. Old Mill Rd, Chamber of Commerce quality of musical entertainment and at 11 W. Pioneer, and Danielle’s Popcorn fine food prepared by the kids. “Hee and Chocolates, at 1155 W. Pioneer Blvd. Haw” promises to exceptionally fun be- Please pay with cash or check only. cause of its casual “down home” theme. help you need. MCEF was formed last year by com- For more information about MCEF, munity volunteers and high school please call Darlene Nelson at 406-431- personnel who work to encourage 1181. Scholarship donations may be Finding resources for you or a loved one who is post-high school education for our high made direct with Dan Wright at Bank school graduates. Darlene Nelson has of Nevada, 11 W. Pioneer Blvd., 702-346- elderly, has a disability, or has special healthcare served as founding president of the non- 6600. needs can be difficult. We are here to help.

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VOLLEYBALL FOOTBALL Bulldogs come up short in 24-12 loss to Cowboys

By Lou Martin Bulldogs countered on an 8-yard run MLN by Cresent Crandall with 2:15 left in the third quarter. The Bulldogs two point Two Virgin Valley High defensive conversion attempt failed keeping the lapses allowed 14 Chaparral points on score 14-12. long runs giving the hosts a 14-12 victory. The fourth period was a standoff as the The Cowboy squad scored on a 76-yard defenses shined. The Cowboys ran out quarterback keeper by Lopu Tauili’ili the clock for the win. and a 48-yard scamper from halfback Perkins led the Dawgs again with 158 Meshach Hawkins. yards on 24 carries. Other than those two runs, the Daw- “We had many opportunities to win,” gs defense played extremely well. The Bulldog coach Yori Ludvigson said. teams were matched up evenly with the “Defensively we played well except for Melissa Vidal win determined by the Cowboys kicking the two big plays back to back. We had Virgin Valley’s Calee Clem sets a ball for teammate Areli Ponce prior to Tuesday’s game. Dennis Perez hit both extra-point a good game plan but struggled on our match against Boulder City. kicks for the Cowboy win. execution. The Bulldogs got on the board first on “Small mistakes held our offense back. a Jayden Perkins run. Lane Ramos extra We need to work on our special teams point attempt was blocked, giving the Daw- play to insure wins. This loss makes gs a 6-0 advantage after one half of play. Thursday’s game against Del Sol huge. The Cowboys took the midway If we win we win we’re Sunrise League Lady Bulldogs through the third period 7-6 on Tauili’ili’s champs, if we lose were in fourth place.” long touchdown run. The Bulldogs host the Dragons on The Cowboys scored again two min- Thursday instead of Friday due to Ne- utes later on Hawkins long scamper vada Day weekend. The Dawgs record fall to BC, 3-0 giving the Cowboys a 14-6 lead. The fell to 5-3 for the season.

By Bob Snell weeks. Bulldog-Dragons football preview MLN Boulder City jumped in front 10-6 in Despite a 0-2 3A Sunrise League record and 2-6 overall, the Del Sol High the first game, but the Lady Bulldogs football team will be a formidable opponent for Virgin Valley on Thursday Virgin Valley High honored its five eventually pulled even at 16-16 following night. The Dragons two losses were to Chaparral, 35-28, and 34-26 to Moapa Valley. The Dragons had opportunities to win both games but fell graduating seniors before its match with a service ace by Calee Clem. The Lady short late in the losses. visiting Boulder City Tuesday night. But Eagles quickly went back on top 18-16 The Dragons have their own star running back in Tariq Flowers, who has it was the Lady Eagles who were high- and pulled away to win 25-20. run for 1,069 yards on 27 carries and 10 touchdowns. The Dragons have fiving on the floor following the match. In the second game, the two teams a quick-strike passing game off the arm of quarterback Andre Navares. Boulder City swept the Lady Bulldogs, were tied 10-10, but Boulder City surged Navares has 993 yards in the air and is the second leading rusher for the Dragons on QB keepers. He has accounted for 17 touchdowns, 13 through 3-0, by scores of 25-20, 25-19 and 25-11 in in front 21-15. The Lady Eagles main- the air and 4 on the ground. the Sunrise League match inside of Kirk tained the margin to take a 25-19 deci- Barry Williams and Markell Turner lead the receivers with 20 and 25 Brotherson Gymnasium. sion. receptions respectively. Williams is averaging 20-plus yards per catch The result drops Virgin Valley to 6-4 In the third and final game, Boulder followed by 15 yards from Turner. The Dragons kicking game is suspect as in league play and to 18-15 overall while City jumped in front quickly 6-2 and they have converted more two-point conversions than PATs. The Bulldogs counter with Jayden Perkins, who leads all southern Ne- the Lady Eagles improve to 8-1 in league wore down the Lady Bulldogs to win 25- vada rushers with 1,228 yards on the ground and has 553 yards on 20 and 21-14 overall. Despite the setback, the 11 and complete the three-game sweep. receptions. Perkins has 19 of the Bulldogs 30 touchdowns this season. Lady Bulldogs have secured the third Clem, a senior, recorded 21 assists on The Bulldogs air game is led by senior Cade Anderson, who has passed seed from the Sunrise league for the for 1,040 yards and 12 TDs. Anderson is also the third-leading rusher for the 3A South regional tournament in two > See VOLLEYBALL, Page 5B Dawgs. The Bulldog defense will have to step up again for the third week in a row. The Bulldog trio of Cresent Crandall, Rudy Cannon and Perkins will need to stop the run and Easton Jensen and Josh Abbott will be counted on to stop Navares pass attempts. boys SOCCER With suspect special teams play, the game could go down to who con- verts after touchdowns. The game is again to close to call, but the home Christian field advantage should make the difference. The Bulldogs by 20-15 over the Martinez (2) of Dragons. —Lou Martin Virgin Valley keeps his eye on the ball as teammate Jose Salvador- KOKOPELLI LANDSCAPING’S EVOLVE PEST CONTROL’S Flores (10) ATHLETE OF THE WEEK MUSICIAN OF THE WEEK watches during Wednesday’s game against Chaparral.

Lou Martin Dawgs fall in home finale

By Bob Snell off against the top seed from the Sunset MLN League, unbeaten Sunrise Mountain, in a first-round matchup Nov. 2. After recognizing their seniors before Despite the loss on Wednesday, the the final home game of the season, the Bulldogs did receive some good news Virgin Valley High boys soccer team put when they learned Moapa Valley had de- up a valiant fight before falling to visiting feated Boulder City, 2-0. Chaparral, 3-0, Wednesday afternoon at Boulder City is currently in fifth place the Mesquite Sports and Events Complex. behind the Bulldogs at 3-6-1. In order to The Bulldogs are now 5-6 in Sunrise make the playoffs, the Eagles would have League play while dipping to 7-9-1 over- to defeat both Chaparral and Del Sol Kitana Lopez all. Chaparral improved to 7-1-2 in league Academy in its final two league games and 12-6-3 overall. and then hope the Bulldogs falter in their Kitana Lopez is a senior at VVHS. The Cowboys defeated the Bulldogs final game against Del Sol Academy. She is the drum major for the 8-1 earlier in the season at Chaparral, but Virgin Valley will know where it Christian Martinez had their hands full with a scrappy Vir- stands before traveling to Las Vegas marching band, plays several gin Valley team on Wednesday. Thursday to play Del Sol in the regular- Junior Christian Martinez is our Kokopelli instruments including viola in the The two teams were scoreless after season finale at 3:30 p.m. The Dragons Landscaping Athlete of the Week for leading Chamber Orchestra and Southern the first 40 minutes of play, but the Cow- are currently 7-1-2 in league play and 8-2- the Virgin Valley soccer team to a 5-6 3A boys were able to tally three goals in the 2 overall. Nevada Symphony. She is on the Sunrise League record and 7-9-1 overall. second half to come away with the win. The Bulldogs honored its 13 seniors golf team, in FFA and always takes The Bulldogs had some quality scoring before the contest. The players were: Martinez has 13 goals so far this season and chances but couldn’t capitalize. Edgar Barrios, Luis Cruz, Angel DeSan- has helped the Bulldogs to fourth place in part in workshops to improve as a VVHS is currently in fourth place in tiago, Miguel Escobedo, Jesus Sandoval- league play and a playoff spot. Congrats to musician and a leader. Kitana is the league standings with one regular- Flores, Nathan Hulet, Hayden Johnson, Martinez for his outstanding contribution a valuable member of the music season game remaining. If the play- Jaiden Juan, Agustin Medina, Jesus Na- to Bulldog athletics. offs started today, the Bulldogs would varro, Jesus Perez, Temoc Venegas and department. qualify for postseason play and square Oscar Wesley Prazen-Padilla. 2B MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Oct. 26, 2017 your seven-day forecast

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Medicare is a great program for se- mum benefit. niors. It covers a lot of the major medi- The annual Bones cal costs that accompany many of us as maximum ben- Bones owner moved and could not we age, such as most stays at the hospital efit is selected take her due to existing allergies in and most major surgeries. If you are on at the time of the home. she is a happy friendly girl. Part B it will even cover most things at purchase and is Bones is overweight and would benefit the doctor’s office. usually around from a good diet and exercise program. However, one of the things that Medicare $1,000 to $1,500. She loves going for walks and being does not cover is dental and vision, unless Some of these with people. ANDREW BIRD the treatment is a medically necessary. MEDICARE AND plans might All animals will be spayed or neutered Just like the rest of our body, our eyes and INSURANCE have waiting prior to leaving shelter and receive 1 year teeth need regular maintenance and check- periods for rabies vaccination and city license. Ages ups. Unfortunately, this is one of the holes some major are approximate. that Medicare expects you to pick up. work such as crowns or dentures. The City of Mesquite Animal Shel- Recently, insurance companies have It is important to keep this in mind as ter located at 795 Hardy Way is open for been creating new plans to help cover each company is different. Some compa- adoptions from 11am until 1 pm, Monday some of the costs of visiting the dentist nies even offer hearing benefits all rolled through Saturday, Sunday 1-3 p.m. or optometrist. These plans are called into the same plan. Please call 702-346-7415 during these “stand-alone dental/vision plans.” hours to speak to the front desk. Animal With a typical stand-alone dental/vision Andrew Bird, an agent at Financial Concepts in Control officers may be reached by phone or voicemail at 702-346-5268. The ani- plan, the policyholder pays a small deduct- Mesquite, specializes in Medicare and Insurance mals submitted to the media may have changed so please visit our Petfinder web- ible up front and then the plan pays a per- services. Andrew Bird can be reached at 702- site for a current listing of our animals - www.mesquiteanimalshelter.petfinder. centage of the costs up to an annual maxi- 346-7025 or by email at [email protected] com. Also, please also check our Facebook pages for lost and found animals along with pet information - https://www.facebook.com/MesquiteNVAnimalControl and https://www.facebook.com/FRIENDSOFMESQUITENVANIMALSHELTER

TICKETS ONLY $3 WITH THIS AD OTHER AVAILABLE PETS Cash only - Thank you! Reg. price at the Gate is $5. Dogs—No other dogs available for adoption at this time Cats—Winnie-orange/white Calm gentle lady. Great cat FIRST 250 SHOPPERS EACH DAY Ashes-beautiful tortoiseshell. Shy Loves attention; Misty-gray tortoiseshell, no WILL RECEIVE A DOOR PRIZE! other cats in home; Ginger- orange declawed in front. No other cats in home. Best.Expo.Ever. THIS WEEK IN HISTORY Oct 25, 1921: Myron Leavitt of Bun- first time, turning tender plants black. kerville is spending a few days here The fifth cutting of lucerne is all stacked @ Dixie Convention Center in St. George (Gunlock Utah) on business. and the 6th crop is growing nicely. Rob- Oct 28, 1916: County Superintendent, ert Reber has gone to Pine Valley for po- G.F. Anderson (of Las Vegas) has been tatoes. visiting our school this week. Annie Lee Nov 1, 1918: Irrigation district for Rio Friday, Saturday, of Overton is cooking at Bunker Hotel. Virgin Valley Col. J.G.Scrugham, state Oct 30, 1915: Last night the high engineer, returned to Las Vegas Sun- school gave a “Halloween Party.” Some day evening from the Rio virgin Valley, Oct. 27th and Oct. 28th of those that dressed for the occasion where he conferred with the people on kept the rest guessing as to who they the water situation. Petitions are now 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. were. They sold cake and chocolate, and being circulated among the people pre- all seemed to have a jolly old time. paratory to organizing the irrigation dis- Just in time for Holiday Shopping! Nov 1,1909: Jack Frost visited for the trict. Fun • Food • Pampering • Hourly Prizes SENIOR CENTER MENU OVER 100 AMAZING VENDORS WILL BE WAITING FOR YOU! Thursday, Oct. 26: Sweet n Sour steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, Pork, rice, vegetable egg roll, broccoli, carrots, Pineapple pineapple Tuesday, Oct. 31: Witch’s hair pasta FB bestexpoever Event Coordinator: [email protected] | 435-313-5444 Friday, Oct. 27: Closed for Nevada Day w/bloody eyeballs, frog eye fruit salad, Monday, Oct. 30: Chicken fried troll toenails, garlic bones Mesquite Tile &Flooring 4 Walk-in 4 Hardwood Showers 4 Laminate 4 Backsplashes 4 Carpet 4 Floor Tile 4 Blinds

Call Now! 702-346-7225 521 W. Mesquite Blvd. • Mesquite • mesquitetile.com License #39434 383345 39859 AZ-ROC 234923 The Week of Oct. 26, 2017 MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS 3B How a pre-nuptial agreement may work for married couples For many in our western culture, “Pre- to be expended nup” is a dirty word. Who in their right to protect your mind would go into a marriage planning for property in a divorce from day one? Only a TV celebrity divorce. With couple would do such a silly thing, right? Not a pre-nup, the necessarily. couple can short- In our community, where many marriag- circuit the entire es are second unions (whether because of divorce process, death or divorce) between couples who have agree that certain each previously accumulated substantial CLIFF GRAVETT assets are sepa- savings, retirement, or real property assets ON FINANCE rate or community and who each want to protect these accumu- assets, , and that if lated assets for their children and grandchil- either party challenges the pre-nup agree- dren from the prior marriage, a pre-nuptial ment and loses, they have to pay the other Teri Nehrenz agreement can actually make a lot of sense side’s attorney’s fees. Bill Mitchell, the “Hidden Images” exhibit sponsor, chose Cheryl Sachse’s piece from both an asset protection and estate Another important reason to have a pre- titled “Dandelion,” which hid a tiny dragonfly in its center for the Sponsor’s planning prospective. nup in a “golden years” marriage is when one Choice award. In order to understand why a prenuptial of the spouses comes into the marriage with agreement might make sense, it is important debt. A pre-nuptial agreement can assist the to know how Nevada law defines property parties in protecting the non-debtor spouse’s in marriage. Nevada is a community proper- separate property from collections efforts Finding beauty in what’s hidden ty state, meaning that all property or income initiated by the debtor spouse’s creditors. acquired during the course of a marriage is Finally, a good pre-nup can be an important By Teri Nehrenz already been bought, sold and a “Sorry presumptively the equal property of both estate planning tool (along with a trust, will MLN you missed it” note has been posted in its spouses. On the other hand, all assets and or other estate planning tools) to ensure that place. Karlynn Jones took second place property acquired prior to the marriage or when a spouse dies, the appropriate amount The Virgin Valley Artists Association with her watercolor piece titled “A Van- exclusively from assets acquired prior to the of the deceased spouse’s estate passes to his would like to extend congratulations to ishing Herd” and Rachelle Knight was marriage is separate property. For a senior or her children and/or the surviving spouse. the winners of the October “Hidden Im- awarded third place for her acrylic piece couple embarking on a second marriage, Although not necessary in every mar- ages” Exhibition & Competition. The “Delicate Desert.” this means that the assets they each bring riage, a pre-nup agreement is definitely not winners of the competition were named Best in Show went to artist Charyn into the marriage are separate property. just for “flash in the pan” celebrity marriag- during a reception held on Oct. 19 at the McDonnell for her acrylic piece titled So, why the need for a pre-nup if Nevada es. If you are contemplating marriage, espe- gallery. According to gallery volunteers ‘The Hunt.’ law is already pretty clear on the separate cially a “golden years” marriage, a conversa- one of this month’s exhibit judges said, As is commonplace in the exhibits the property/community property distinction? tion with a competent attorney can help you “I was very impressed with all the artists monthly sponsor chooses their favorite. Because divorce is messy and expensive. Lit- decide whether a pre-nup agreement makes who captured the true essence of this This month’s competition was spon- erally barrels of ink have been spilled by at- sense for you. month’s theme, ‘Hidden Images.’ They sored by long time arts supporter Bill torneys and judges in Nevada trying to char- were very creative in camouflaging the Mitchell of Farmers Insurance. Mitchell acterize property as community or separate Clifford Gravett is a local attorney with the Virgin Valley law unique images. ‘The Hunt,’ by Charyn has purchased every Sponsor’s Choice property. firm of Bingham Snow & Caldwell and serving clients in McDonnell, expressed a subdued spirit piece he’s chosen over the years and Without a pre-nup there is a substantial Nevada, Arizona, and Utah (702-346-7300 / www.bingham- in her images. They were all outstand- this exhibit proved to be no exception. risk that significant attorney’s fees will have snow.com). ing and represented this month’s theme Mitchell chose Cheryl Sachse’s piece ti- well. Hats off to all the artists who en- tled “Dandelion,” which hid a tiny drag- tered.” onfly in its center and though the picture If you didn’t get to the exhibit early you still hung in the gallery for the reception. won’t be seeing the beautiful piece by For additional honorees, please see Jean Battaglia titled “Where are the Kit- the story posted on www.mesquitelocal- ties;” the first-place winning piece has news.com. Andrew Bird Specializing in Medicare, Long Term Care and Life Insurance 702-346-7025 | www.investment-pros.net 355 W. Mesquite Blvd. Ste. C-80, Mesquite NV 89027

Seamless Rain Gutters Cody Peterson | Owner | Operator 702-283-7530 www.Cody-Peterson.com WHEN IT RAINS, [email protected] IT POURS! —In Mesquite & Moapa Valley— Submitted photo Photographer Jeff Scheid, who has shot extensively for Mesquite Local News in the past, will have a gallery show at the Nevada State Museum in Las Vegas. Gallery show celebrates ranchers

MLN central Nevada more than 150 years ago. The cattle ranch near Area 51 has re- Las Vegas documentary photogra- mained in family hands since 1864. pher Jeff Scheid will open his latest Other than using a helicopter to gather gallery show “Ranching on the High cattle, the family’s branding routine has Desert: Five Generations, One Family” changed little since those early years. at the Nevada State Museum in Las Ve- The exhibit had a long and successful gas. The museum, located at the Springs run at the Nevada State Museum in Car- Preserve, will host an opening program son City and appeared as a slideshow and reception Saturday, Oct. 28, with presentation at the prestigious Museum speeches by Scheid and rancher Anna of the West in Scottsdale, Arizona. Mesquite Business Center Mesquite Fallini-Berg. The show include new In 1982, Scheid joined the Las Vegas photos, video and artifacts from the Review-Journal, where he won multiple Twin Spring Ranch.​​ Nevada Photographer of the Year and “Ranching on the High Desert” cov- national honors while photographing ers a branding weekend of an Italian one of the most colorful eras in the city’s Tile &Flooring immigrant family that homesteaded in history. 4 Walk-in 4 Hardwood 4 Boxes Showers 4 Laminate Southern Nevada 4 Packaging 4 Backsplashes 4 Symphony Orchestra Supplies Carpet 4 Tape 4 Concerts in the CasaBlanca Showroom Floor Tile 4 Blinds 4 Bubble November 18 | February 24 | April 14 Wrap Tickets can be picked up at the CasaBlanca front entrance desk Call Now! two weeks prior to announced concert dates. 702-346-7225 (702) 346-2191 424 Riverside Road, Mesquite 521 W. Mesquite Blvd. • Mesquite • mesquitetile.com Selmer Spitzer, Conductor License #39434 383345 39859 AZ-ROC 234923 [email protected] | 701-226-6062 (Next to Bella's Pizza) 4B MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Oct. 26, 2017 Out with the old CALENDAR

You’re invited to be a part of the library’s When: 7 p.m. There’s an old saying that seems to be vided and Christmas Tree for the 2017 Festival of Info: www.vvtgnv.com getting new life, “Out with the old, and eventually de- Trees? You can help make the handmade Hot Junk in with the new.” feated. decorations that will adorn their tree. Sim- Where: CasaBlanca’s Skydome Lounge, But new things and new ways are not This same ply show up at the Mesquite Library today 950 W. Mesquite Blvd. always better. This is also true when it scenario is be- from 1-3 p.m. and you can take part in mak- When: 8 p.m. comes to the new wave of spirituality ing played out ing+ the magic of Christmas. Info: www.casablancaresort.com that’s sweeping through our nation. today. Which Step into fall by painting pumpkins, Blazin Aces The new spirituality that elevates us way will we playing games and having a treat in the Where: River Lounge, 100 E. Pioneer into godhood is not better than that old choose? backyard of the Virgin Valley Heritage Blvd. time religion our country was founded On the one Museum on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 1-3 When: 8 p.m. upon, and that which Jesus Christ came hand there’s p.m. The Museum will provide all the nec- Info: www.mesquitegaming.com and died upon the cross for. dennis Lee the way set essary materials, including the pumpkins. What’s happening might best be called religion forth in God’s Halloween costume optional. This annual Saturday, Oct. 28 the cult of the new. It’s where we’re toss- word, and on event is open to all ages and is free of charge. Backyard party at the Museum ing out what is good and right because the other there’s the way of the world, Take the kids out for some Halloween Where: Virgin Valley Heritage Museum, it’s old, or because it comes out of the that is, its opinions and thoughts. Many fun at the ShreekReeka tonight from 5-8 35 W. Mesquite Blvd. Bible, which people consider to be old choose to ignore and dismiss what the p.m. There will be trick-or-treat stations, When: 1-3 p.m. wisdom and no longer relevant. Bible has to say, because while it tells us carnival games a haunted house and live Info: 702-346-5705 And we’re replacing it with all these what is best for our lives, it has a very D.J. until 8:30. The event is FREE to every- Children’s Movie new “truths,” which in reality take us narrow view on how we are to receive one. Come show off your costumes. Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. First further away from what’s really true. it. The Virgin Rivers Communities North St. But it’s no different today than it was The world on the other hand comes Meeting is tonight at the Beaver Dam Fire When: 1 p.m. back in the days of the Kings. Consider like a long lost friend concerned with Station. There will be a short meeting fol- Info: 702-346-5224 King Rehoboam. He asked advice from helping us achieve our desires and ob- lowed by a free ice cream social and Bingo Virgin Valley Theatre Group’s Pro- his father, Solomon’s, advisors, but re- jectives, despite the consequences they with a 50/50 pot. Proceeds from the Bingo duction “Audition for Murder” jected it out of hand. bring both now and for eternity. to go to a local need i.e. Sub for Santa, cem- Where: Mesquite Community Theatre, He then got advice from the young “There is a way that seems right to etery, or the old School House renovation, 150 N. Yucca St. men he grew up with, 2 Chronicles 10. a man, but its end is the way of death.” the participants of the bingo get to choose When: 7 p.m. This resulted in the kingdom being di- (Proverbs 14:12) which charity. Info: www.vvtgnv.com Mesquite Works is hosting its fourth job Blazin Aces fair of the year on Wednesday, Nov. 1 from 2 Where: River Lounge, 100 E. Pioneer - 6 p.m. at the Rising Star Sports Ranch in Blvd. the Grand Ballroom. This is the place to be When: 8 p.m. for job seekers who want to find work and Info: www.mesquitegaming.com meet the employers face to face and to in- Hot Junk troduce themselves, present a resume and Where: CasaBlanca’s Skydome Lounge, discuss jobs and possibly arrange for an 950 W. Mesquite Blvd. interview. Several local businesses accept When: 8 p.m. on line applications at the job fair and there Info: www.casablancaresort.com may be computers available to use. Zeppelin USA In August the job fair hosted 195 people Where: CasaBlanca Showroom, 950 W. wanting to work locally. There were sev- Mesquite Blvd. eral people hired on the spot at the job fair When: 8:30 p.m. Service Times and a total of 34 people were hired within Info: www.casablancaresort.com Sunday Morning 10 a.m. the month. Sunday Evening 6 p.m. Remember to send all your activities to Sunday, Oct. 29 Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 p.m. [email protected] so we can get the Hot Junk word out to the public. Where: CasaBlanca’s Skydome Lounge, Children and Youth Programs 950 W. Mesquite Blvd. at Each Service Thursday, Oct. 26 When: 8:30 p.m. Craft Group-Festival of Trees Info: www.casablancaresort.com 211 West First South, Suite C&D Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. First Blazin Aces Located behind Ace Hardware North St. Where: River Lounge, 100 E. Pioneer 702-346-8558 | www.mesquitelivingwaters.com When: 1-3 p.m. Blvd. Info: 702-346-5224 When: 8:30 p.m. Kids Steam-Logo Info: www.mesquitegaming.com Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. First North St. Monday, Oct. 30 When: 4 p.m. Beaver Dam Elementary School Hal- Mesquite Lutheran Church Info: 702-346-5224 loween Carnival 450 Turtleback Rd. • 702-346-5811 • MesquiteLutheran.org ShreekReeka Where: Beaver Dam Elementary School, Where: Eureka Casino, back parking lot, 3436 Rio Virgin Rd. 275 Mesa Blvd. When: 3:30-5:30 p.m. When: 5-8 p.m. Info: [email protected] Info: www.eurekamesquite.com Sunday Worship Virgin River Communities Meeting Tuesday, Oct. 31 9:00 a.m. Where: Beaver Dam Fire Station, 700 Mesquite Police Trunk or Treat Old Highway 91 Where: Casablanca Parking Garage, 830 An LCMS Congregation. Learn more at www.lcms.org/belief-and-practice When: 6:30 p.m. W. Mesquite Blvd. Info: [email protected] When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Blazin Aces Info: www.mesquitenv.gov Where: River Lounge, 100 E. Pioneer Mesquite Lutheran Blvd. Wednesday, Nov. 1 PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE When: 8:30 p.m. Stevens-Henager Free GED Course Info: www.mesquitegaming.com Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. First All Children are Welcome Ages 6 weeks to 5-years-old Hot Junk North St. Monday through Friday Where: CasaBlanca’s Skydome Lounge, When: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 702-346-3954 Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 950 W. Mesquite Blvd. Info: 702-346-5224 Licensed by the State of Nevada. Voucher Assistance Available. [email protected] When: 8:30 p.m. Mesquite Works Job Fair Info: www.casablancaresort.com Where: Rising Star Sports Ranch, 333 Sandhill Blvd. Friday, Oct. 27 When: 2-6 p.m. Nevada Day-Mesquite Library Info: 702-613-0699 Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Closed Virgin Valley Democrats Ribbon Virgin Valley Theatre Group’s Pro- Cutting Pastor Travis E. Lauterbach duction “Audition for Murder” Where: 555 Highland Dr. Where: Mesquite Community Theatre, When: 5:30 p.m. 150 N. Yucca St. Info: 702-346-2902 Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m. The Lord’s Supper is celebrated the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday of each month Bible Study Tuesday 4:00 p.m. PLEASE JOIN US NEXT SUNDAY Women of Life Thursday 10:00 a.m. Bible Study Thursday 3:00 p.m.

The mission of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is to preach, teach, and witness the Gospel of Jesus Christ, administer the Sacraments, and give glory and honor to the Triune God. FIRST BAPTIST 350 Falcon Ridge Pkwy, Bldg 600 CHURCH (Behind Stage Store in Falcon Mesa Business Park) Pastor Bill J. Stevenson 702-345-2160 | PrinceOfPeaceLutheranChurchMesquite.com SUNDAY SERVICES Worship 8:00 &10:45 a.m. Bible Study for All Ages 9:30 a.m. Special Programs for Children 10:45 a.m. Sell Your Stuff in Classifieds! Sweet Hour of Prayer Wednesday 6:00 p.m.

CALL 702-346-6397 For Info! 700 Hardy Way, Mesquite • 702-346-7061 • fbcmesquite.com The Week of Oct. 26, 2017 MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS 5B CSN spring registration dates and information annouced Registration for Spring class- gins Nov. 21. es will begin soon; the College of Payment deadline for Spring classes Southern Nevada Mesquite staff is is Jan. 2, registration after this date re- here to help you plan for the upcom- quires payment at the time of enroll- ing semester. ment. Priority Registration for currently en- Classes begin Jan. 16 and spring sched- rolled students begins Nov. 1, student ules are available now. specific enrollment dates and times can For questions call 702-346-2485 or stop be found in MyCSN. by the campus at 140 N. Yucca St for as- Open registration for all students be- sistance.

Bulldogs defeat Bengals, 1-0

By Lou Martin Alejandra Camacho stepped up big MLN time. It was a solid defensive game. Kari Wakefield and Madison Cheney had The Virgin Valley High School gils solid games all-around games. It was soccer team defeated a good 4A Bonanza a big win for us going into playoffs but High School playoff team 1-0 Thursday we still have two games left before they in Las Vegas. begin.” The game’s lone goal was scored 15 The Bulldogs traveled to Clark on minutes in by leading scorer Rainee Tuesday, Oct 24, and host Del Sol Acad- Brito. Kallie Graves had the assist for the emy on Thursday, Oct. 26. The Lady Bulldogs. Alyson Cook had three saves Dawgs will start 11 seniors in their last for the shutout her second in a row. home game as Bulldogs. The Bulldogs “We came out focused,” said Bulldog hope to improve on their 5-3-3 record in coach Bob Snell. “Our backline of Jayde 3A Sunrise League play with a win over ••• ••• Tafili, Amelia Alejos, Taylor Waite and Del Sol. EARLY

second game 25-16 to even the match 1-1. Volleyball The Lady Bulldogs came out on top in continued from Page 1B the third game 25-23 to take a 2-1 lead, but Sky Pointe evened the match at 2-2 by prevailing 25-18 in the fourth game. the night while senior Taylor Barnum The fifth and final game of the match notched 14 digs and eight kills and se- came down to the wire with the Lady nior Jessi Barnum had nine digs and Eagles pulling out a 16-14 victory to win eight kills. Senior Markell Ludvigson the match 3-2. tallied 10 digs while junior Sydney Lud- No stats of the match were available. vigson had seven digs. Virgin Valley, which has clinched a Kendyl Bowler, Jessi Barnum, Taylor berth in the South 3-A Regional tourna- Barnum, Clem and Markell Ludvigson ment next week, will close out regular- were the five seniors that were honored season play with two matches this week. before the match. The Lady Bulldogs will travel to Alamo on Tuesday to face 1A power Pahrana- Lady Dawgs fall to Sky Pointe gat Valley at 5 p.m. before wrapping up Virgin Valley dropped a 3-2 decision league play on Thursday in Las Vegas on the road Thursday, Oct. 19, to Somer- against Chaparral at 6 p.m. y, set Sky Pointe in a Sunrise League match The Lady Bulldogs will open the play- Saturda in North Las Vegas. The defeat dropped offs with a first-round game on Oct. 31 at the Lady Bulldogs to 6-5 in league play the site of the Sunrise League champion, and 18-16 overall. Sky Pointe improved probably Moapa Valley. to 5-5 in league and 11-5 overall. The semifinal round will be held Nov. Virgin Valley, which defeated Sky 2 with the championship match set for October 28 Pointe, 3-0, earlier in the season in Mes- Nov. 3. Both the semifinals and final quite, grabbed the first game 25-14. The will be held at Sunrise Mountain High Lady Eagles came right back to win the School in Las Vegas. 8 p.m. - 1 a.m.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE MESQUITE, NV November 4th, 9:30 a.m. Pursuant to Nevada NRS 108.473 - 108.4783 notice is here-by-given that the following storage units, whose LIVE MUSIC BY contents consist of general personal, household goods, tools, and/or miscellaneous items, will be offered for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for enforcement of storage lien. e auction will be held on November 4th at 9:30 AM. e auction will start at Kitty Hawk Storage 900 Kitty Hawk Drive. We will then go to Virgin River Self Storage 621 Hardy Way. We will then go to Gold Butte Self Storage 540 Riverside Drive. Mesquite Nevada. Kitty Hawk Self Storage Virgin River Self Storagee Gold Butte Self Storage Crossroads 115 Ernestine Hunter 15 Orlando Siciliano A14 Sam Gutierrez 117 Harry Sherrod 22 Lisa Chester A22 Candice Leavitt 122 James Jagoda 31 Rodney Jones A28 Jacob Ayoub 126 Darlene Villa 52 Robert Lawrence A31 Daniel Puff 134 Don Wildrick 62 Kimberly Kroon A47 Monica Romero 137 Jason Linda 64 Elmer Hughes A70 Kenna Dobbs 146 Keith Rollins 67 Cody Morrison A74 Mary Skidmore 148 Keith Rollins B06 Charles Orr 181 Lori Roberts B18 Morris Pihl 224 Jason Doland B29 Unknown Costume Contest 254 Robert Fuller B83 Araceli Barajas ALL SALES ARE FINAL—CASH ONLY Cash Prizes PLEASE JOIN US NEXT SUNDAY Now Offering Handyman Services! 1st Place Wins $300! YORK HEAT Dancing PUMP SYSTEMS FIRST BAPTIST 10 YEAR WARRANTY CHURCH —All Parts & Labor on System Replacement and New Construction Installation— Pastor Bill J. Stevenson SUNDAY SERVICES WE ALSO OFFER NEW SYSTEM DESIGN AND INSTALLATION We Service ALL Major Brands Including: Maytag, AC Pro, Rheem, Ruud, Amana, Worship 8:00 &10:45 a.m. Goodman, Trane, Day & Night, Bryant, Ducane, Carrier, Fujitsu and Mitsubishi. MUST BE 21 OR OLDER Bible Study for All Ages 9:30 a.m. 490 W. MESQUITE BLVD., MESQUITE Special Programs for Children 10:45 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer Wednesday 6:00 p.m. 702-346-3000 702-346-5752 24-Hour Emergency: 702-704-3483 | 111 E. Mesquite Blvd. Ste. 3 | Lic# 0079395 700 Hardy Way, Mesquite • 702-346-7061 • fbcmesquite.com 6B MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Oct. 26, 2017 claSSIFIED

EMPLOYMENT The Virgin Valley Water District is now GARAGE Sales Fabric, sewing machines, cutting table, Fri. 10/27 & Sat. 10/28 8a-12p Merchandise accepting applications for the full-time thread 525 Desert Tortoise Way Golden West Restaurant position of Inspector-Distribution INDOOR Garage Sale Golf clubs, Bocchi Ball, Bicycle Black Frigidaire Freezer Used 1 yr Due to increased business we need Operator. Under the direction of Sat.10/28 8a-2p 1830 Lava Flow Dr, St. George Garage Sale $200 CASH Only to hire Distribution Supervisor, duties include: Sports Equipment(some Alaska gear) No advanced sales Sat 10/28 8a-2p Excellent Condition Part time Line Cook Inspects work quality and materials Small Coca-Cola memorabilia & gifts 930 Crestview Dr Call 303 422-6336 Part time Server and inspects new construction and 1242 Chaparral Dr. HUGE Rummage Sale Women’s Clothing & misc. treasures Please apply at 91 E Mesquite Blvd maintenance work throughout the District. Receives requests for line AMAZING Garage Sale Municipal Court Clerk City of Mesquite, locations, then locates and documents Sat. 10/28 8a-2p NV (Salary: $40,102/annual, plus ben- them in the field. Investigates and Anything and Everything for Sewing and Subscribe to the MLN efits). Perform a variety of specialized monitors excavation around District Quilting!! clerical processing duties in support water lines. May review plans and Geminis Jewelry of the Municipal Court. APPLY BY specifications to ensure compliance 12:00 pm, November 06, 2017, www. with District standards. Performs mesquitenv.gov. EOE. operational and maintenance on the ANYTIME Custom Jewelry, District’s water pumping, storage, TOWING Watch Batteries & Repairs Automotive Technician/Service and distribution system(s). Work may And receive new editions to Writer City of Mesquite, NV (Salary: include installing, repairing or replacing your mailbox every week! $38,188.80/annual, plus benefits). water pipes, service laterals, meters, Auction 702-345-2101 Perform mechanical work in the mainte- appurtenances, and other related Never miss a beat! nance and repair of gasoline and diesel work as required. Call 702-346-6397 today 400 Riverside Rd, Mesquite equipment and perform office support At the time of employment, applicants for more information for the Vehicle Maintenance Division. should be 18 years of age, possess a Auction for APPLY BY 12:00 pm, November 07, 2017, valid Driver’s License, and be a high www.mesquitenv.gov. EOE. school graduate or have an equivalent GED. This position has been identified Nov. 10 Mesquite Tile and Flooring as a safety sensitive position by the at 5 p.m. Sales /Office work District Board, as such, employees Part-time 12-5p /M-F in this position are subject to pre- Job requires good customer service employment drug testing and random skills and working knowledge of com- drug and alcohol testing. Possession 1991 Buick Century VIN 1G4AH54N8M6426534 puters and basic software programs. of a Commercial Driver’s License R/O Tara Christine Ayoub Wage starting at $12/ hour Apply in (CDL), experience in construction, person at: 521 W Mesquite Blvd, Ste A interpreting plans, ability to operate heavy equipment, college work and 2002 Hyundia Accent VIN: KMHCG45C12U284118 SIENA SCENIC VIEW The Growers Company, Inc. is recruiting certification in water, treatment or dis- R/O Jaimee H. Siegel farmworkers to harvest row crop tribution are all considered beneficial. 3 BD, 2 BA, Garage 1,299 SF 2 BD, 2 BA, Garage 1,143 SF vegetables in Yuma, AZ and Imperial, CA During probation the new employee $843 mo. $843 mo. from 11/27/2017 to 3/24/2018. Pays the will be required to test for and obtain a 1997 Ford Taurus VIN: 1FALP51UXVA266463 highest of $10.95 per hour in Arizona Water Distribution Certification within R/O Bradey C Workman and $12.57 per hour in California or ap- 1 year. VVWD will pay for the neces- FALCON GLENN plicable piece rates depending on crop sary education and testing as outlined PINNACLE activity. Employer guarantees to offer in the District’s Employee Handbook. 1993 Nissan Quest 3 BD, 2 BA, Garage VIN: 4N2DN11W5PD837984 2 BD, 2 BA, 2 Car Garage employment for at least three-fourths of Starting wage for this position is R/O Marivic Leo-Sowell 1,681 SF $1,293 mo. the workdays for the work period. Tools, $19.94/hr. and the top of the position 1,572 SF $1,216 mo. supplies, equipment will be provided at scale is $22.45/hr. There is a 40-hour no cost to worker. Housing provided at work week but overtime and unsched- 1993 Nissan Altima VIN: 1N4BU31F4PC221441 no cost to workers who cannot reason- uled call-in at 1 ½ pay are frequent. A R/O Valerie Alyson Aue ably return to their permanent residence generous benefits package is part of 114 N. Sandhill Blvd. #A • Call Today 702-462-8397 at the end of each workday. Expenses this position. CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE FOR A FULL LIST OF PROPERTIES: for subsistence and transportation Applications will be accepted until 2003 Pontiac to worksite will be provided by the October 31, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. at the Grand Prix JensenPropertyManagement.com VIN: 1G2WK52J03F126422 employer or paid by employer upon District office located at 500 Riverside R/O Hertz Vehicles LLC completion of 50% of work contract, or Road in Mesquite, Nevada. 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