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Page 6-7A LocaThe Week of Jan. 18, 2018 l NewsVol. 14, No. 14 water district MOTOR MANIA Board hears Wolf Creek water lease proposal

By Linda Faas MLN

After months-long exchange of let- ters, Jeff Sylvester, attorney for Wolf Creek Golf Course, attended the Jan. 16 meeting of Virgin Valley Water District to present the golf course’s counter of- fer to VVWD’s request for return of un- used water shares that are under lease agreement with VVWD until 2019. In 2011, VVWD agreed to extend an Kris Zurbas photos agreement allowing Wolf Creek to lease This 1957 Chevrolet was one of nearly 900 vehicles on displat the Mesquite Motor Mania. 150 water shares from VVWD at $250 per share per year. A VVWD irrigation water share equals 7.18 acre feet of wa- ter, or 2,339,000 gallons of water. Subse- Record crowds attend car show quently, VVWD determined that Wolf Creek actually uses only about 100 of Last weekend, the streets of Mesquite were filled with the nostalgic those shares, while declining use of City sounds of roaring engines, the sights of custom vehicles and classic fa- of Mesquite effluent water. vorites and the feelings of the “good old days” during the 10th annual By city contract and VVWD contract, Mesquite Motor Mania. Wolf Creek is required to use effluent, Mesquite Gaming, owner of Casablanca Resort and Virgin River Ho- costing $608 for equivalent amount of tel, and the Las Vegas Cruisin’ Association, once again, partnered up water, for golf course irrigation before for a rousing three days of non-stop fun and entertainment with nearly using VVWD irrigation water. 900 participants and the largest crowds in the event’s history. Since 2014, VVWD has twice request- More than 260 total awards were presented along with $15,000 in ed renegotiation of the lease contract to cash and prizes with Kevin and Tamme Merrill of Idaho Falls, Idaho return the unused water shares so the taking home the top honors with “Best of Show” with a1940 Ford Pick- district could lease that water to South- up Truck. ern Nevada Water Authority for $1,256 “Our 10th annual Mesquite Motor Mania was, by far, our best event per share, the amount it pays VVWD yet,” said Christian Adderson, corporate sales manager for Mesquite for other leased water. Gaming. “We were thrilled to kick off 2018 with record crowds, exciting Sylvester, asserting Wolf Creek’s goal competitions and a whole lot of fun.” is to be a good community partner, stat- Other top award winners for the 2018 Mesquite Motor Mania include: ed that the golf course does not disagree • Participant’s Pick ($2,000): Steve Whitlock, Provo Utah; 1956 Ford with return of the unused shares, but F-100 • People’s Choice ($1,000): Jeff Rexrode, Cedar City, Utah; 1929 Woodie > See vvwd, Page 7A Fans gather around to view this 1937 Ford. Convertible

business Chamber reports successful year

By Barbara Ellestad fund-raising golf tournament to a home MLN and garden expo and customer service seminars. Small Business Saturday, Let’s It was a very good year for the Mes- Talk About Marijuana and What’s Hap- quite Chamber of Commerce in 2017 ac- pening Mesquite were other events the cording to Jeff Powell, the Chamber’s chamber sponsored for local businesses. Board of Directors chairman, at the or- Powell reported that chamber mem- ganization’s January luncheon when he bers also participated in community- provided a State of the Chamber update. wide events like the Sun City Business “I think you’ll find we accomplished a Expo, Mesquite Police Department’s lot of our goals and met our vision of ad- Night Out and the Mesquite Days Pa- vocate, communicate, educate, and sup- rade. port businesses in the Mesquite area,” He also said that the chamber had tak- Powell said. en a much more active role in events out- The chamber added 24 new business side of Mesquite as a way to promote the members in 2017 bringing the member- city. That included the Taste of Dixie in ship number to 272. Of that, 19 are premi- St. George, Utah, League of Cities annual um members, up seven. Powell reported conference, the Council of Chambers that the retention rate of chamber mem- under Las Vegas Global Economic Alli- bers is 84 percent, increasing 2.4 percent ance and the Southern Utah Coalition of from the previous year. “We want to Chambers. Barbara Ellestad. work to increase the retention rate in the “We have a seat at the table, a voice that Mesquite Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Chairman Jeff Powell, left, next year though,” he said. is heard, and a way to be recognized out- reviews the organization’s successes with Board Treasurer Jayne Kendrick at The chamber hosted about a dozen ma- the January luncheon. jor events in 2017 ranging from its annual > See CHAMBER, Page 7A Get your daily news in our newsletter! Sign up at MesquiteLocalNews.com 2A MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Jan. 18, 2018 In wake of case dismissal, Bundy vows to continue ranching, setting up a potential conflict with feds

By Daniel Rothberg The Nevada Independent sity who studies public lands. Zinke has to figure out if he wants to move this in The grazing will continue, Bunkerville a positive way. If he doesn’t, he will just rancher Cliven Bundy vowed in front of stir it up more. I think they…know that the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police De- they don’t want a big federal blowout out partment’s headquarters Wednesday, there.” Jan. 10, two days after a federal judge Even after the standoff, Cliven Bundy dismissed a sweeping case against him continued to ranch undisturbed and in Submitted photo and two sons due to prosecutorial mis- defiance of the federal government. Bun- Laurie Gable, center, manager of the Mesquite Branch of Washington Federal conduct. dy was not arrested until 2016, when he Bank, presented a check for $500 to Chairman George Gault, left, and Treasurer The Bundy family attracted national flew to Portland en route to Malheur Na- Rich Green, right, of Mesquite Works on Jan. 8 as a part of their commitment to attention in 2014 after an armed standoff tional Wildlife Refuge, the southeastern giving back to the community. between Bundy’s network of supporters Oregon site of another armed standoff. and law enforcement agents who had A jury acquitted Ammon Bundy, Ryan come to impound Bundy Ranch cattle. Bundy and other defendants in the trial In 2016, charges were brought against involving the Malheur refuge, a move several defendants in connection with that raised the stakes for prosecutors in Washington Federal branch the faceoff at the Bundy Ranch near the Nevada case. Mesquite, about 80 miles from Las Ve- At the press conference, it was unclear donates to Mesquite Works gas. But conflict between the Bureau of what action, if any, Bundy would take Land Management (BLM) and Bundy after his release. He criticized the gover- The Mesquite Branch of Washington well as many job fairs. had been brewing since the early 90s, nor, the County Commission, the sheriff Federal Bank presented a check for $500 “We always appreciate the support when Bundy stopped paying grazing and the state brand inspector for capitu- to Chairman George Gault and Treasur- from the community,” Gault said. “And fees to the federal agency that manages lating to the federal government when er Rich Green of Mesquite Works on Jan. we are especially thankful for busi- large swaths of Western land. BLM sent law enforcement to his ranch 8 as a part of their commitment to giving nesses like Washington Federal who see “One thing is for sure: I’m going to go in 2014. back to the community. the benefits we provide our workforce back and ranch,” Bundy said to cheers “They aided and abetted with the fed- “We are excited to be able to help with and choose to invest in our cause. We from supporters. eral government to steal my cattle and an organization that does so much for wouldn’t be here without them.” And if the ranching continues, so too then imprisoned Bundy,” he said. “I our community,” said Laurie Gable, Mesquite Works will be partnering with will a decades-long dispute between either have to forgive these people, or I manager of the branch. “We are working the Eureka Casino Resort and the Ris- Bundy and the U.S. government. For have to hold them accountable.” on being more involved with our cus- ing Star Sports Ranch again this year for conservationists and Bundy support- When asked what he would do, he tomers and our local businesses. This each of their job fairs. With the next event ers alike, the case became a proxy for said: “I’m not sure. I’m considering my is just the first step of many that we are scheduled for Feb. 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the highly-contentious issue of which options.” planning on making.” at the Rising Star Sports Ranch Grand groups get to make decisions about But the thought of another armed con- The money donated will assist Mes- Ballroom, many local companies will be BLM’s open ranges. frontation looms over Bundy’s release. quite Works in their operation costs at looking for their next great employee. Hours before Bundy spoke Wednes- “There could be another terrible out- their office located at 312 W. Mesquite For more information on the job fair, day, conservationists and environmental come,” a former career Interior Depart- Blvd, Suite 102. The nonprofit organi- Mesquite Works and how to volunteer, groups urged law enforcement and Inte- ment employee said in an interview with zation has helped more than 100 clients visit their website at www.mesquite- rior Secretary Ryan Zinke to impound The Nevada Independent. “This sets a throughout the past year learn how to worksnv.org or stop by their office Tues- Bundy’s cattle. The BLM said it had no really dangerous precedent.” successfully interview for jobs around day through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 comment on its plans. If the agency did The Interior Department employee the Virgin and Moapa Valleys with their p.m. or call 702-613-0699 to make an ap- take enforcement action, Bundy said he worried that the decision to dismiss the various classes and skilled volunteers as pointment. expected Sheriff Joe Lombardo to pro- case and release the Bundys could spark tect his property. “That’s the sheriff’s more armed confrontations, putting In- problem, not mine,” Bundy said. terior law enforcement at risk. Bundy does not recognize the author- “The concern is legitimate,” Freemuth ity of federal agents and believes the fed- said. “The next couple of weeks are go- eral government has no jurisdiction over ing to tell us a lot about whether this the land that abuts his ranch in Bunker- gets a few people so riled up that they go Andrew Bird ville. He said the land belongs to local looking for a fight.” Specializing in Medicare, Long Term Care entities, an opinion dismissed by many The standoff case ended Monday and Life Insurance legal experts, state attorneys general and when U.S. District Court judge Gloria courts. Navarro dismissed all charges against 702-346-7025 | www.investment-pros.net But his position made him an icon the Bundy trio and Montana militiaman 355 W. Mesquite Blvd. Ste. C-80, Mesquite NV 89027 among Western state’s rights advocates Ryan Payne after prosecutors failed to who believe that the federal govern- disclose evidence. In a Las Vegas court- ment, especially the BLM, owns too room Monday, Navarro said there had much land and has too much sway over been “flagrant prosecutorial miscon- local management decisions. The BLM duct” and that “a universal sense of jus- Dr. Robert D. Hillstead, O.D. owns nearly 30 percent of all the land tice [had] been violated,” according to Optometrist in the United States, mostly in the West the Review-Journal. Some of the with- Shaun D. Rich ABOC/NCLEC and 67 percent of the land in Nevada. held evidence, which included threat Nevada Licensed Optician For decades, politicians have pushed to assessments and details about surveil- Now located in the Oasis Professional Park transfer land back to the states. Envi- lance at the standoff, could have helped ronmentalists, hunters and state legisla- the defense team, the judge said. tors often oppose such moves, arguing All of this comes as the Trump ad- that it could be costly, affect recreation ministration considers shrinking the 702-346-1994 activities and damage ecosystems. boundaries of Gold Butte National Mon- precisioneyecare4u.com The lingering question is what the fed- ument, reversing a designation made 840 PINNACLE COURT eral government will do next. by the Obama administration ten miles BLDG. 11 | STE. 102 | MESQUITE “Nobody knows,” said John Free- muth, a professor at Boise State Univer- > See BUNDY, Page 5A Mesquite Tile &Flooring 4 Walk-in 4 Hardwood Showers 4 Laminate 4 Backsplashes 4 Carpet 4 Floor Tile 4 Blinds

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Editor’s note: The following was tak- Jan. 10 Jan. 7-13 Mesquite en from the pages of the Mesquite Police Trespassing: Officer responded to Statistics supplied by Mesquite Police 1/10/18 Department blotter from Jan. 7-13. an East Pioneer Boulevard casino for a Department. Disclaimer: These names Open container of alcohol in vehicle report of a trespass violator. One female were reported in the Mesquite Police Driver’s license suspended/revoked Jan. 7 was arrested for trespassing. Department’s arrest report released Jan. Possession of controlled substance Found property: Officers responded Trespassing: Officer responded to 15. Persons should be presumed inno- to an East Pioneer Boulevard casino to an East Pioneer Boulevard casino for cent until convicted in a court of law. McKnight, Paul R take possession of found property. a report of a trespass violation. One fe- Mesquite Wanted person: An adult female was male subject was issued a citation and Bueno, Augusto C 1/19/18 arrested for an active bench warrant out released with a court date. Los Angeles, CA Contempt of court of The Mesquite Municipal Court. Theft: A male adult returned an item 1/11/18 Traffic stop: Driver was cited and bought at a West Mesquite Boulevard Jail housing agreement Mullins, Steven J the vehicle was towed, due to no license store. The male was given the money Grand Junction, CO driver proof of insurance, and registra- and did not return the item. Officers Gambetta, Erik A 1/10/18 tion. wrote a citation for the male. Littlefield, AZ False information/obstructing Suicidal Person: Officers responded 1/11/18 Jan. 8 to a Sun Valley Drive residence reference Contempt of court Osorio, Jesus R Theft from vehicle: Officer respond- a suicidal person. One male was taken to Norfolk, NE ed to a West Pioneer Boulevard business the local hospital for medical evaluation. Graham, Helen L 1/11/18 regarding a report of Property damage/ Civil Matter: Officer responded to Mesquite Possession of drug paraphernalia Theft from vehicle. Photos and a report a local hospital reference a civil matter. 1/13/18 were taken. Officer contacted a male subject who DUI Phillipson, Mark H Found person: Officers responded had been struck by a vehicle while the No proof of insurance Littlefield, AZ to a Rivers Bend Drive address where a vehicle was exiting a private drive. Re- Registration in vehicle 1/12/18 female juvenile was reported missing/ port was taken. Trespassing runaway. The juvenile returned home Suspicious person: Officers were Hafen, Autumn L Assault w/deadly weapon on their own unharmed. The juvenile dispatched to a Mesa Boulevard casino’s Mesquite was issued a curfew citation. hotel, in reference to a suspicious situa- 1/8/18 Pimienta, Karla Z tion. Two adult male subjects were tak- Trespassing St. George, UT Jan. 9 en into custody for obstructing a public 1/7/18 Theft: Officer took a report of theft officer. Hock Letitia A Jail housing agreement of medications and cash. Officer is -at Controlled substance problem: Of- Salt Lake City, UT tempting to obtain suspect information. ficers conducted a traffic stop for a traf- 1/13/18 Reese, Lacey S Theft: An officer responded to a con- fic offense. One adult female had a war- Possession of controlled substance Mesquite struction project for a report of a theft. rant and was arrested for possession of Possession of drug paraphernalia 1/11/18 Theft: An officer responded to a re- heroin, driving on a suspended license, Disturbing the peace/fighting port of stolen construction material. and an open container of alcohol. Johnson, Brian E Fraud: An officer responded to a Taylorsville, UT Salas, Monique Pinehurst Drive residence on a report Jan. 11 1/13/18 St. George, UT of a fraud. An information report was Found property: Officers responded Trafficking a controlled substance 1/12/18 completed and the investigation is ongo- to a Ronnie Way residence reference Possession of drug paraphernalia Possession of drug paraphernalia ing. found property. Failure to appear Hit and run: While at the Mesquite Traffic accident w/o injury: Officers Joles, Jay L Police Department, officer spoke with a responded to a two vehicle, non-injury Santaquin, UT Sloan, Alma C citizen regarding property damage Acci- accident. 1/10/18 Littlefield, AZ dent at a local casino. Driver information Property damage, non-vandalism: False information 1/12/18 was obtained. Officer responded to a Valley View Drive Lost property: An officer responded school reference property damage. Matthews, Chanel Y > See ARREST, Page 5A on a report of lost property. An informa- Suspicious person: Officers re- tion report was completed. sponded to a local residence on a report Controlled substance problem: De- of fraud. tectives issued an adult female with cita- Controlled substance problem: An tion for loitering for the purpose in drug officer conducted a traffic stop and ob- related activity. served signs of illegal activity. A drug Thank You Wanted person: Officers responded sniffing K9 alerted to the vehicle and the to a Sun Valley Drive residence for a do- driver was issued a citation for posses- mestic disturbance. The investigation sion of drug paraphernalia. For Reading showed one of the family members had Fraud: Detectives received informa- ARIZONA LOTTERY an active warrant out of Mesquite Mu- tion regarding a possible fraud. Drive a Little & Get a Lotto nicipal Court. 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What’s The brief also counters the argument goal to further the comprehensive federal Ttive order that would deny some federal more, these cities undermine the rule of that denying federal funds for failing to immigration regime. Congress thus acted funding for sanctuary cities, saying that law and prevent cooperation between voluntarily cooperate in immigration law within its enumerated powers and under such cities near Nevada pose a threat to federal and local officials.” enforcement is unconstitutional by point- the Supremacy Clause to preempt state public safety. The filing points out that one of the states ing out the case of South Dakota v. Dole. laws that stand as obstacles to the creation The judge sided with Santa Clara seeking to overturn the judge’s ruling, In that case the Supreme Court held that it of this uniform policy.” County, the city of San Francisco and other West Virginia, is near Baltimore, which is constitutional for Congress to withhold Laxalt notes that all 17 currently elected jurisdictions who argued that taking away has adopted sanctuary city policies and federal funds from states that failed to raise county sheriffs have consistently op- federal funds from cities that do not coop- is the source of illegal drugs that spill into the legal drinking age to 21. posed sanctuary-city policies. “Today, in erate with federal immigration enforce- West Virginia. “Sanctuary policies deprive The brief also notes this issue is not just the vast majority of cases, an individual ment could be unconstitutional. jurisdictions of important tools that could an executive order by the president but is must be arrested for committing a crime With the case now going to the 9th U.S. assist with preventing such out-of-state merely an instruction to enforce the law as and booked into a jail or detention facility Circuit Court of Appeals, Nevada Attorney drug trafficking,” the brief argues. passed by Congress. before Nevada law enforcement agencies General Adam Laxalt has again joined Days after taking office President Trump “The Tenth Amendment prohibits the check whether the individual is sought by with other attorneys general to file a friend- signed an executive order directing federal federal government from commandeer- federal immigration authorities and, if so, of-the-court brief. agencies to deny certain federal funding to ing States by forcing them to administer a alert those federal authorities. Sanctuary- “It is common sense that dangerous cities and jurisdictions that “willfully re- federal regulatory regime or conscripting city policies that prohibit this communica- felons should not be released into neigh- fuse” to comply with federal immigration state officers to do the same,” the brief tion allow violent offenders to be released borhoods, and that law enforcement must laws, but a federal judge blocked the order. explains. “But that is not what Congress back into the community,” his press release work together for public safety,” Laxalt The current brief states, “Sanctuary did. Rather, the Order provides States states. was quoted as saying in a press release jurisdictions can cause harm to neighbor- with voluntary inducements to comply We appreciate the attorney general stick- announcing the filing. “Sanctuary cities ing States by making it easier for people with federal law. And for its part, the Act ing up for the rule of law and the safety of in California pose a danger to neighbor- who are not lawfully in this country and simply displaces or preempts state laws Nevadans. — TM Fortunately for the Bundys, Another senator spotlights constitution is alive and well federal wasteful spending o hear Cliven Bundy and his john l. smith sons tell it, the U.S. Constitu- commentary ack in the 1970s Wisconsin tion is as sacrosanct as a bibli- U.S. Sen. William Prox- cal text printed on papyrus and law scholars with the Federal Judicial mire began handing out Tas fossilized as the bones of the Found- Center wrote their 2004 report to the his monthly Golden Fleece ing Fathers. Advisory Committee on Criminal Rules BAward, recognizing wasteful spend- “I believe the Constitution is not so of the Judicial Conference of the United ing by government agencies, such as subject to interpretation,” Ryan Bundy States. a $4 million advertising campaign said after last month’s mistrial in the When prosecutors turned over more by the Postal Service to encourage family’s federal criminal conspiracy than 1,000 pages of discovery material Americans to write more letters to thomas mitchell case. “Read it. Understand it.” to the defense more than one month each other. commentary Fortunately for the Bundys and the into the trial, and some of that evidence After his retirement, along came other defendants, presiding U.S. Dis- was found to place the defense theory Oklahoma U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn, course on the resort island of St. trict Judge Gloria Navarro realizes the that the Bundy family felt threatened who published an annual “Waste- Croix in the Caribbean. actual Constitution has been very much by “snipers” positioned on the hillside book” list of 100 wasteful government “And are solar panels really an interpreted. It was the United States outside their ranch in direct opposition boondoggles and debacles, which one agricultural priority for taxpayers?” Supreme Court’s interpretation of the to the language contained in the indict- year criticized the IRS for allowing asks Paul. “Probably not. Even if they Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments in ment, Navarro had no reasonable choice $17.5 million in tax deductions for were, solar powered golf courses in the Brady v. Maryland decision in 1963 but to dismiss the case with prejudice. business expenses at Nevada broth- the Caribbean certainly do not fit the that helped shape the federal rules of In the process, she called out the expe- els, such as breast implants, cos- bill.” evidence in order to ensure due process rienced prosecution team for willfully tumes and “equipment.” For sheer audacity, it would be dif- and a fair trial. violating their constitutionally man- With Coburn retiring, Kentucky ficult to top the National Endowment In Brady, the high court determined dated obligations under Brady. It was as Sen. Rand Paul has compiled his for the Arts spending $20,000 to “that the suppression by the prosecu- stinging a rebuke as anyone’s likely to periodic waste reports to provide film something called “Traffic Jam,” tion of evidence favorable to an accused see in federal court. taxpayers with an amusing litany of which features “[a]rtists working upon request violates due process And it happened because the Consti- imaginative ways federal bureaucrats with local youth” to “choreograph where the evidence is material either to tution is far more than a piece of parch- have found to waste their money. For automobiles, bicycles, golf carts, and guilt or punishment, irrespective of the ment from America’s powdered wig 2017, Paul just scratched the sur- pedicabs to perform skilled move- good faith or bad faith of the prosecu- era. face and uncovered more than $563 ments in a parking lot, making art tion.” You’ll notice that she didn’t rule on the million worth of boondoggles, ex- inspired by Austin’s traffic conges- Ensuing Supreme Court decisions ad- defendants’ innocence or guilt — not by travagances, profligacies and impru- tion.” Honk if you love this one. dressing fairness and due process have a long shot. It was due process that had dences. If that doesn’t give you a charge, echoed through every courthouse in the been violated. Given the evidence we Some were huge and some were take a gander at the “Power UP” proj- land, holding that prosecutors have a now know exists, the prosecution may petty. All outlandish. ect, which “showcased 50+ linemen, “constitutionally mandated, affirmative have understood the language of the “Hard to believe it has been an- electrical technicians and Austin En- duty to disclose exculpatory evidence indictment was flawed the day it was other year already. Seems like just ergy employees in a choreographed to the defendant to help ensure the written. The FBI, Navarro ruled, was yesterday our national debt was inch- full-length dance with cranes, bucket defendant’s right to a fair trial under the equally culpable in fouling due process ing closer to $20 trillion, and now and field trucks,” as well as “a set of Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments,” as by not providing agent memos and logs it’s pushing $21 trillion,” the senator 20 utility poles.” This cost taxpayers that made it clear armed federal officers writes in introducing “The Waste a mere $10,000 — a bargain no doubt. positioned a surveillance camera near Report.” “And what a year it was!!! You’ll be glad to know your be- the Bundy Ranch in the days leading up Wonder Woman dominated at the nevolence also doled out $130,000 Mesquite to an armed 2014 standoff precipitated box office. For the first time ever, the to develop digital down markers for Local News by a court-ordered cattle impoundment Houston Astros won a World Series, football games, $75,000 to pay for after a 20-year grazing rights dispute. and the world got a new iPhone (and British bloggers to vacation in the Published every Thursday by Battle Born Media LLC Although the government has the lost a home button in the process). U.S., $1.5 million for a bathroom in a right to appeal Navarro’s decision, that Yet while our homes and cars contin- Queens, N.Y., public park, $500,000 Publisher would be one more bad idea. The cows ued to get smarter, the same cannot for a parking lot for an Indian casino Kirk Kern are out of this corral, so to speak. Sadly be said for our federal government and $1.5 million to study how to make [email protected] for those who believe citizens shouldn’t and how it spends and wastes hard- tomatoes taste better. Advertising sales be able to point loaded rifles at federal working Americans’ tax dollars.” At least those monies were spent Sandi Boyce employees, the botched prosecution The big ticket item from Paul’s ros- here. Our support overseas was [email protected] has had precisely the opposite of its ter of wasteful spending was a whop- also magnanimous: $14.8 million to 801-661-5686 intended effect: It only figures to -em ping $233 million in U.S. tax dollars finance international versions of Advertising coordinator bolden the sovereign citizen crowd and to build a 63-mile highway, not in the “Sesame Street,” $1.7 million to Pam Mulligan self-appointed militia men. Justice has United States but in Afghanistan. remind Cambodian motorcyclists [email protected] been undermined. That’s $3.7 million per mile, folks. to wear helmets, nearly $100,000 to Staff In an America awash in firearms, A New York Times report on the teach Kenyan farmers how to use Barbara Ellestad (city council) where an AR-15 passes as a hunting project found that millions of dollars Facebook, $15 million to train ca- Linda Faas (Virgin Valley Water District) rifle, you don’t need a reason to start were spent not on construction but for shiers for Walmart in Mexico, $21 Lou Martin (Sports) a revolution. The next time a rancher security, much of that going to a mys- million to buy motorbikes for Paki- Teri Nehrenz (Calendar/office manager) decides his reading of the Constitution terious figure who was suspected of stani dairy farmers, $98 million to [email protected] differs with the mainstream and de- staging attacks on the project in order promote tourism in war-torn Myan- 12 W. Mesquite Blvd Suite 109 cides to call for armed backup after he’s to wring more money from the proj- mar and nearly $24 million to help Mesquite NV 89027 exhausted his legal remedies, the fates ect. “Security contractors, meanwhile, Moroccan college grads find jobs. might not be so kind. As Clark County would seemingly only show up for Doesn’t it make you want to pop (702) 346-NEWS (6397) Fax: (888) 241-8172 Sheriff Joseph Lombardo testified in pay day, though on paper they were your suspenders with pride? Or pop [email protected] a previous trial, one car backfire, one working every day,” Paul writes. someone. accidental firearm discharge, could have On the petty side of the ledger, resulted in a bloodbath. there was the $125,000 from some- Thomas Mitchell is a longtime Nevada newspaper The trial is over, but the fallout from thing called the Rural Energy for columnist. You may email him at thomasmnv@ America Program to pay for solar yahoo.com. 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Mesquite Showgirls mix down our throats and that’s defi- Smith nitely not what our Founding Fathers continued from Page 4A meant to happen in America. The Denim & Diamonds whole world is looking at us. … Why By Teri Nehrenz lovebirds who want to get gussied up in the Bundy case promises to reverberate is the federal government acting like MLN some “Denim & Diamonds.” The theme for years. Beyond the right-wing politi- this? Why are we allowing the federal is meant to show how fun western attire cal symbolism that’s sure to be exploited government to have arms? That’s the When it comes to giving help to ser- can come together with ladies dressed under a patriotic banner, there’s the big question the world wants to know. vice groups and businesses in Mesquite, to the nines in a fun and elegant evening arrogant and irresponsible role of the We’re not done with this.” there’s no one other group more eager to out with your sweetheart. BLM to consider. The highly question- In case you wondered whether be- do so than the Mesquite Showgirls. The dance will be held at the Rising able actions of former BLM Special ing locked nearly 23 months behind The idea for the showgirls came in Star Sports Ranch beginning at 6 p.m. Agent in Charge Dan Love are a stain on bars has changed Bundy’s view of the 2010 and they immediately began work- This is the showgirls’ first fundraising the agency. Constitution and federal jurisdiction, he ing on the structure to create a group for event of their time and they’re preparing Perhaps we’ll even learn more about offered, “If the federal government ever women who were interested in getting for an elegant evening, celebrating love other influences on the case in the comes after us again, we will definitely involved in community events without with an elegant buffet, champagne and months ahead. tell them the truth. That’s all we’ve ever having a lot of rehearsals or time com- dancing. *** tried to do is tell them the truth.” mitments. The charter was granted in That’s right; you can burn those din- After spending nearly two years in That is, the truth as he interprets it. 2011. ner calories by rocking out on the dance a detention center jumpsuit, on Mon- Before exiting the courthouse into a The group currently has 12 showgirls, floor with Dealt-a-Straight Band. Ask day Cliven Bundy quickly changed chilly January sprinkle, the recalcitrant seven showguys, two foster donkeys and nicely and they may take a request or into western attire with a cowboy hat rancher added, “I graze my cattle only a group of committed volunteers who two so you can cuddle up close to your and tweed coat. With his wife Carol on Clark County, Nevada.” help support the group’s mission. Valentine and get carried away in the on one side and defense attorney Bret Since 2011, the showgirls have ap- rhythm of a slow song. Whipple on the other, he paused inside The column first ran on the Nevada Independent peared at 265 functions along with six As if dinner and dining weren’t the federal courthouse and said, “Since website. Disclosure: Joseph Lombardo ($500) “road” appearances and now they’re enough, there’s also going to be a pleth- when is the federal government sup- has donated to The Nevada Independent. You asking for your help. ora of raffle items up for grabs such as posed to have an army to come and can view a full list of donors here.John L. Smith Showgirl participation at events is tai- a beaded necklace made by local art- get we the people? When did that ever is a longtime Las Vegas journalist and author. lored to the needs of the requesting orga- ist Karron Knight, a metal sculpture, a happen in America? It happened on Contact him at [email protected]. On nization from being greeters, to registra- portrait package with a certificate for Bundy Ranch. They stuck the guns Twitter: @jlnevadasmith. tion, ticket and raffle support. Showgirls matting/framing, a weekend get-a-way also appear at ribbon cuttings, parades, package and many more wonderful parties and photo events. items that are perfect for you and your Their time is available to all and so is sweetheart. their support but this time they need a The cost of the dinner is $70 per per- Looking for your It’s going to be a while, as the IRS little help from their friends. son. Reservations can be made now by will not process returns until January 29. The showgirls are holding a fund- contacting showgirl Joni Robinson at If you have EITC or ACTC, your refund raiser on Valentine’s Day for all you 702-346-8394. ? will not be sent before February 27. may well be, that we don’t repeat those,” Bob’s Tax Service Nevada Rep. Mark Amodei said on a call TAXES WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH Bundy (Formerly “Dee’s Bookkeeping & Tax Service”) with reporters this week. How Well Do YOU Know Your Tax Preparer? continued from Page 2A While charges were dismissed for IRS has a new listing of registered tax preparers Cliven Bundy and two sons, the Ne- in your zip code. Go to: www.IRS.gov/tools. 702-346-5692 from the site of the 2014 standoff. BLM’s vada standoff case could continue with state office put planning for the nearly the trial of four more defendants, a pool Bob Dudley, Enrolled Agent | 12 W. Mesquite Blvd. Ste. 108, Unit 7 | Mesquite 300,000-acre national monument on that includes another two sons of Cliven hold this week, as the administration Bundy. After the dismissal on Monday, decides, the Review-Journal reported. the newly-appointed U.S. attorney for On Wednesday, House Republicans Nevada said: “We respect the court’s rul- FREE asked the BLM for a briefing on the out- ing and will make a determination about MOVIE come of the Bundy case, and other con- the next appropriate steps.” TE T H E A T E R S * gressional leaders have called for an in- SQUI PASS! vestigation into the 2014 standoff. This article first ran on The Nevada Independent ME RIC * “From an oversight perspective, we website (www.thenevadaindependent.com). DIAT For kids when they visit want to make sure whatever the lessons Those interested can contact the website at PE Mesquite Pediatric Dental. TAL *New patients only. learned, however embarrassing they [email protected]. DEN Se Habla Español 702-346-2882 Traffic accident w/o injury: An of- 61 N Willow, Ste.#1 | Mesquite | mesquitefamilydental.com Blotter ficer took a report for a minor traffic- ac continued from Page 3A cident without injuries. Citizen assist: An officer took a re- Assault w/weapon: A male adult port for a lost cell phone. threatened an employee with a knife at Traffic accident w/o injury: Officers an East Pioneer Boulevard casino. The responded to a single vehicle accident on investigation is ongoing. private property. The driver was trans- Domestic Violence: Officers re- ported to Mesa View Hospital for an sponded to a Valley View Drive resi- evaluation. dence for a report of a domestic dis- Traffic stop: An officer conducted pute. One female adult was arrested for a traffic stop on a vehicle, for a traf- breach of peace. fic violation. The adult female driver was taken into custody for DUI for al- Jan. 12: cohol. Power Washing Traffic stop: Officer conducted a traf- CUSTOM PAINTING fic stop on a speeding vehicle. Driver Jan. 13 Masonry was identified and arrested on traffic Lost property: Officers responded to EXTERIOR & INTERIOR Concrete Epoxies violations. a Mesa Boulevard casino to take a report Wood Traffic accident w/o injury: Officer of lost property. Since 1977 responded to a local roadway for a report Fraud: Officers responded to the Wrought Iron of a minor traffic accident. Officer took a Mesquite Police Department to take a Robert Bishop Stucco Repair report and completed the required pa- fraud report. Elastomeric Coatings perwork. Missing person: Officers spoke with 702-810-6000 Trespassing: Officer contacted a a female adult about her daughter taking NV State License #0014455A male subject who had been recently tres- her vehicle. passed and refused to leave. Male was is- Controlled substance problem: sued a citation for the trespass violation An officer conducted a traffic stop for a and arrested on unrelated charges. violation. With the assistance of a drug Wanted person: Officers located a sniffing K9, drugs were located in the female at a local business with warrants driver’s possession and in the vehicle. out of Mesquite Municipal Court. One The male driver was arrested for traf- female was taken into custody for the ficking methamphetamine. The female warrants, and charged with drug para- passenger was arrested for possession phernalia. of heroin. Hit and Run: An officer took a report Battery on person: Officers re- of a hit and run traffic accident. The -in sponded to a local hotel, in reference to vestigation is ongoing. a battery.

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to repair waterline problems that oc- placed on individual businesses inside curred before VVWD water reached private property lines. VVWD com- WELCOME TO THE 14TH ANNUAL VVWD their water meters. In many Nevada plied with that request while disclaim- Chamber continued from Page 1A water districts, the customer is liable ing responsibility for all infrastructure continued from Page 1A only for cost of repairs past the water behind the backflow devices placed at asserts that local Mesquite businesses meter. the property lines, and VVWD does should not be charged a rate equal to Elgin Karklins, president of Falcon not repair lines on private property. side of our area through our participa- SNWA. He proposed that Wolf Creek Ridge Community Association, spoke Board member Travis Anderson tion in these organizations,” Powell said. would renegotiate its contract to return to represent the association’s interests reiterated that VVWD and the city Members of the board also served as unused shares if it were allowed to claw to the board. He maintained that the have been consistent in applying this advocates for the new city of Mesquite back needed shares in case of business current position of VVWD affects fu- standard to business developments in charter that was passed by the Nevada expansion, and VVWD would agree ture development in the Falcon Ridge that area of town since 2000 and that State Legislature in 2017, the Clark to lock the Wolf Creek rate for water complex, because line breaks have cost practice is supported by state statute. County School District reorganization, Best ofMesquite! shares at $450 per share per year for 20 individual owners thousands of dol- He cited Walmart and the Redd Hills the extension of fuel revenue indexing years. lars, often repairing lines that run un- complex as using the same standard of that will generate construction money The board declined further discus- der, but do not serve their own proper- street-side backflow valves on Pioneer for roads in the county, and a state sen- It’s time once again for you to cast your vote. We are excited sion of the issue following Sylvester’s ty. He maintained that Nevada state law Blvd, and business owners taking re- ate bill that will create a million-dollar comments, since this was not an agen- requires VVWD to bear responsibility sponsibility of water lines under park- workforce training fund. dized item, and no board action could of the water line to the business’s water ing lots to individual buildings or busi- Jayne Kendrick, the chamber board to bring you this contest, where YOU choose which businesses be taken during this meeting. In its meter. nesses. treasurer, reported that while the orga- Dec. 19 meeting, the board proposed He said current owners of the indi- Karklins insisted that the 2007 layout nization showed a $6,488 deficit in its a tentative agreement with Conestoga vidual businesses in the area were not map of the business complex formerly 2017 spending, overall finances were in truly are the Best of Mesquite! Golf Course to reduce its number of told of the VVWD responsibility policy known as Calais Village showed ease- excellent condition. leased water shares, but that proposal put in place for Gonzo Mesa Develop- ments for VVWD line maintenance on Much of the deficit spending came did not broach a long-term rate ceil- ment in 2002-03. The district approved plot maps, an indication that VVWD from purchases of office equipment, ing. No final agreement has come out placement of water meters inside prop- took responsibility for those pipes and Kendrick said. “Going into 2017 we had TAXES CAppTech THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTE! of that proposal, which would allow erty lines when the now-defunct Calais infrastructure. Anderson denied that a loss of $27,000 in our budget. We knew Joe Aquino WITH A Conestoga to assign its leased shares Village complex was mapped out. Cur- assertion. we needed to do that to grow our cham- Agency Account Executive PERSONAL Computer Applications to another party in case of sale of the rent owners bought parcels lost in the Audience member Dave Ballweg, ber. We did pretty darn good.” AUTO • HOME • LIFE TOUCH and Technology Service golf course and “reel back” any of the recession. speaking as a businessman who owns Net profits from chamber events to- conceded shares if needed to maintain VVWD addressed these issues in a property in the area, commiserated taled $31,550. The chamber’s annual visi- 1085 W Pioneer Blvd Ste 140 Peggy A. Pope, Owner Mesquite, NV 89027 course condition. letter sent to Falcon Ridge Community with costs assigned to owners, but tor guide realized a net profit from ad- How Well Do YOU Know Your Tax Preparer? Installation, Networking, Fax 702-346-2705 IRS has a new listing of registered tax preparers Repair & Maintenance. Association Dec. 18. That letter, written recommended that the Falcon Ridge vertising sales of $19,958 with $10,000 of VVWD defers responsibility for [email protected] in your zip code. Go to www.IRS.gov/tools. 12 years in business in Mesquite. by VVWD attorney Bo Bingham, coun- business owners should have a reserve that coming from a tourism grant. ShelterInsurance.com/Aquino Licensed, Bonded, Reliable, pipeline repairs to Falcon Ridge tered the association’s claims, quoting fund that covers water and sewer main- “The balance sheet overall has in- Understanding. owners 702-346-2734 Bob’s Tax Service VVWD rules and regulations that say tenance. Karklins stated their reserve creased by approximately $34,000, with (Formerly “Dee’s Bookkeeping & Tax Service”) VOTED BEST OF MESQUITE The board then turned to a discus- “district responsibility ends at the point fund covers parking lots and streets, a lot of that attributable to our stock Bob Dudley, Enrolled Agent 2011 - 2017 sion of responsibility for the pipes and closest to the (VVWD) distribution line not water and sewer infrastructure, be- holdings,” Kendrick said. 702-346-5692 702-346-6149, www.CAppTech.com water-related infrastructure within serving the property whether that be at cause they feel VVWD and the city are Powell said the chamber goals for 2018 12 W. Mesquite Blvd., Ste. 108 Unit 7, Mesquite [email protected] properties in Falcon Ridge Commu- the property line, backflow device, or responsible for them. included growing the membership by nity Association. Terra West Prop- meter.” The discussion concluded with no ac- a net gain of 15 percent, fine tuning and erty Management Company raised Bingham referred to previous cor- tion by the board after the airing of cus- raise the bar on existing events, focusing Voted this issue when asked for comments respondence with Terra West in 2016 tomer grievance and VVWD declining on relevant worthwhile groups and as- on pending VVWD metered rate in- and minutes of the VVWD meeting on responsibility within private property sociations, and enhance the application #1 Financial Advisor Join us for our 2017 creases in October. The management March 2, 2010 in which the subject of lines. and receipt of available grant money. GREAT FOOD company replied that it could not sup- pipeline responsibility was discussed. 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PRO BASKETBALL Desert Dogs drop two to open inaugural season

By Lou Martin Leon Sutton began the game hitting MLN a 3-pointer for the first points ever by a Desert Dog. The home team made too The first ever professional game in many turnovers and trailed 28-24 after Mesquite lived up to the hype and bill- one period of play. Desert Dog Dominic ing as the North American Premier Shuler had five blocks plus a numerous Basketball League got off to a great rebounds to keep the Dogs close. The start despite the local Nevada Desert Dogs tied the game 32-32 on two quick Dogs losing a thriller Friday night, 119- scores by Strickland and were still tied 115, to the Vancouver Knight at the Ris- 52-52 before the Knights went on an 8-3 ing Star Complex. run to go into the break with a 60-55 Despite the loss, the fans gave a huge lead. round of applause to the hometown The teams battled evenly through- team as the clock ticked down. Six Dogs out the third period with the Knights scored in double figures but it was not holding onto their lead finishing the enough to overcome the hot second period on top 88-84. Johnson started half shooting of Anthony Gaines, Zav- the fourth period with a hot hand hit- eral Jackson and Darius Paul who put ting 8 straight points to give the Dogs up 30, 21 and 21 points respectively to their first lead since early in the game lead the Knights. 92-90. The Knights recovered and took Guards Anthony Strickland and a 105-96 lead with a little less than six Jonathon Lloyd led the Dogs with 20 minutes remaining in the game. points each followed by 14 points from The Dogs got within three, 111-108, Lou Martin Spencer Mathis, 12 each from Larry Desert Dog Dominic Schuler goes high to score over Knight Dimitri Harris during Johnson Jr. and Slim McGee. > See DOGS, Page 3B the Dogs loss to the Vancouver Knights.

BOYS BASKETBALL FLAG FOOTBALL Bulldogs go Dawgs down 1-2 for week Chaparral By Bob Snell ending Jan.14 MLN

By Lou Martin Even a three-week layoff couldn’t slow MLN down the Virgin Valley High flag football team’s rushing attack. The Virgin Valley High School boys The Lady Bulldogs didn’t skip a beat as basketball team began last week blow- they returned to the field following the ing out Somerset-Sky Pointe, 58-22, holiday break to romp past host Chapar- behind 14 points from Mebs Hollings- ral, 40-6, in the Sunrise League opener head and 12 points from senior Jayden Thursday night in Las Vegas. Perkins, Perkins scored the first five Lou Martin Virgin Valley rolled up 362 yards on points of the game to give the Dawgs an Virgin Valley’s Meb Hollingshead scores on a steal. Hollingshead led the Dawgs the ground and ran for four touchdowns early 10-7 advantage. with 14 points against Somerset-Sky Pointe. to continue its ground assault on oppo- The Bulldogs defense took over the nents this season. first half from there holding the Eagles win. The Bulldog’s second team played on Friday evening to face the Cow- “We ran the ball really well,” VVHS to 0 points as they went on a 34-0 run most of the second half with the final boys in a 3A matchup. The Dawgs fell head coach Joey Bowler said. “Our run- for the balance of the first period and score 58-22. behind early 24-7 after one period and ning game has been outstanding all sea- other then one second of the second. “This was our best game of the year,” 38-13 at the break. “We couldn’t handle son. All of our backs have speed, so the The Dawgs went into the locker room said Bulldog coach Mark Barnum. their experience and athleticism,” Bar- defense can’t just focus on one player.” with a 44-8 lead. “The kids hustled the whole game, num. said “They pressed us early and Katie Zuniga scored two touchdowns As soon as the Bulldogs went up by passing well and looked for the open played a man to man press which gave 30 points, the mercy rule went into man. It was great to see all my players us problems. We could not get anything > See FLAG, Page 3B effect, a running clock the rest of the getting an opportunity to play plus 10 going. At one point in the third period game. Reserves Alejandro Macias and on the scoreboard.” Riley Waite added 6 points during the The Bulldogs traveled to Chaparral > See boys, Page 3B KOKOPELLI LANDSCAPING’S ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

GIRLS BASKETBALL Lady Dawgs defeat Eagles, Cowboys lose to Lynx

By Lou Martin ish. Stats for the game were not avail- come the Dawgs halftime advantage. The MLN able. Friday night the Bulldogs traveled Bulldogs used a well balanced attack to Chaparral to face the Cowboys. The to down the Cowboys with four Dawgs The Virgin Valley High School girls Lady Dawgs came away with a huge 62- in double figures. Leading the way was basketball team won the two games that 47 win avenging a defeat during the Ga- Savannah Price with 18 points followed counted this week defeating two 3A op- tor Classic in December. by Taylor Barnum with 13 points. Areli ponents while losing in the last seconds The Bulldogs offense was sharp as Ponce and Alexis Barnum contributed 11 to 1A Lincoln County. they scored 19 points in each of the first points each in the winning cause. The Bulldogs crushed Somerset-Sky two periods to take a 38-16 lead at the The Bulldogs finished the week host- Pointe Eagles, 52-11, on Wednesday break. The Cowboys outscored the Daw- night as the Dawgs led from start to fin- gs in the second half but could not over- > See GIRLS, Page 3B

WRESTLING Finally home, Bulldogs knock off Chaparral Alexis Boatwright By Bob Snell dual match inside of Kirk Brotherson Gage Woods (113 pounds), Ty Smith MLN Gymnasium. (126), Angel DeSantiago (132), Josh Ab- Alexis Boatwright is our Kokopelli Land- “It was nice to finally get to wrestle at bott (145) Cresent Crandall (185) and Na- scaping Athlete of the Week for her play After competing literally from one end home,” VVHS head coach Skyler Woods than Abbott (220) all recorded victories the past week for the Virgin Valley High of the state of Nevada to the other, and said. “We’ve done a lot of traveling and I by fall to lead the Bulldog assault. Tim- girls basketball team. Boatwright had points in between, Virgin Valley High think some of our guys were a little slug- my Moeai (170) won a 7-3 decision while 11 points in a win over Chaparral and School’s wrestlers finally were able to gish tonight. We’ve got to step it up, espe- Rudy Cannon (106) and Vicente Pinto 15 points in the Bulldogs loss to Lincoln participate in a home match. cially the next couple of weeks.” (120) notched wins by forfeit. The Bulldogs, who spent the first The Bulldogs had six wrestlers win by “I think the guys we expected to win County. Only a sophomore, Boatwright seven weeks of the season on the road, fall, two by forfeit and one by decision. did so, with the exception of one or two,” should be a force for the Dawgs in treated the home crowd to a good show VVHS forfeited one weight class while Woods said. “I thought the Abbott boys coming years. Congrats to Alexis for her as they flattened visiting Chaparral, 51- losing two matches by fall and two oth- consistent play. 24, Thursday night in a Sunrise League ers to decision. > See WRESTLING, Page 3B 2B MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Jan. 18. 2018 your seven-day forecast

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Charlie WCFA’s featured pet is Charlie: Char- lie is about 15 months old. He is big gen- tle guy and loves to have his chin rubbed. Charlie is altered and current on vac- cines. He is an affectionate cat and enjoys attention. He does well with other cats. Charlie is very curious and loves explor- ing. If you are interested in any of our pets, please go to www.wecareforanimals.org where you can see all of our adoptable pets and you can complete an adoption application. For more information call us at 702-346-3326 (voicemail), call Karen at 435-862-9574 or Linda at 702-376- 1642. Next pet adoption is Jan. 27, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Please note we will be at a new location starting Jan. 27: 51 E. First North St., Mesquite (Historical gym/old boxing club). We will continue at this location at least until the end of May. Ques- Submitted photo tions? Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ The Cliffrose Quartet provides the core set of musicians for the Cliffrose wecareforanimalsmesquitenv. Please call us to schedule a visit with our pets at a Chamber Music Series. The musicians are Walter White and Josephina Romero, mutually convenient time. violins, Barry Bowers, viola, and Brent Pettit, cello.

Other Available Pets: CATS—Tessa is about 15 weeks old. Tessa is current on vaccines, altered and mi- cro chipped. She is a sweet girl, a little on the shy side at first. Tessa enjoys hanging Guest musicians perform with out on the cat condo and likes playing with toys. DOGS—Mr. Bean (Bean) came into WCFA’s foster program when his elderly owner passed. His whole life has been turned upside down and it takes Bean time Cliffrose Chamber Music Series to feel comfortable in new surroundings. He has about five pounds to lose. He loves MLN riding in a car and enjoys his walks. While Bean is fine with other dogs, he would do aldi and Handel; the piano was a later very well as the only dog in a quiet home with a mature couple or single individual. The Cliffrose Chamber Music Series is development, Nelson explains. Bean is 8-1/2 years, house-trained with a dog door, neutered, current on his vaccines, ready to warm up your winter with the Flutist Jane Solomon will play two micro-chipped and is in very good health. “Concert II Brrr... Brrravissimo!” The movements from a Bach partita for un- performance will take place at the Mes- accompanied flute, and the solo part in MEETING quite Community Theatre on Sunday, “Six Studies in English Folksong” by WCFA will be holding a general meeting (open to the public) on Feb. 8 at 5 p.m. Feb. 18, at 2 p.m. The musical colors of Ralph Vaughan Williams. Solomon trav- The meeting will be held at the Historical Gym (old boxing club) located at 51 E. First a flute, an acoustic harpsichord and sec- eled for many years with the folk group North St. ond cello are being added to the string Toss the Possum playing the flute, Irish quartet for this concert. whistle, and singing vocals. She has a “The music for the concert is going to performance degree from BYU-Idaho, be quite remarkable,” said Cliffrose cel- and currently lives in Logandale, where MESQUITE FAMILY DENTAL list Brent Pettit. “Many performances she teaches flute and piano. that require a harpsichord end up us- Lila Williams, principal cellist of the ing an electric keyboard with a harp- Southern Nevada Symphony, will play Healthy Teeth for a Lifetime! sichord-like setting, because authentic the cello for Corelli’s Concerto Grosso • Family Dental Care harpsichords can be difficult to come by. Op. 6 No. 8. This will allow the Cliffrose Call Today! • Pediatric Dental We’ll have a real, accoustic harpsichord cellist to play the double bass part need- • Cosmetic Dentistry on stage for this special concert.” ed for a complete voicing of this musical 702-346-2882 Gaye Nelson of Logandale will play masterpiece. Ms. Williams will also play Dr. David O. Marchant • Dental Implants the harpsichord with the ensemble for with the harpsichord, strings and flute • Sleep Apnea the Corelli Concerto Grosso and with in “Six Studies in English Folksong,” Vaughan-Williams’ Six Studies in Eng- adding additional depth and richness to lish Folksong. “We will also be joined the bassline. 61 N Willow, Ste.#1 | Mesquite | mesquitefamilydental.com by a professional flutist and an excellent Tickets are $15 and are available at the additional cellist. Virgin Valley Theatre Group website, “The harpsichord has opened up vvtgnv.com, and at the Mesquite Com- the actual soundscape of a whole era munity Theatre Box Office, Monday, of music for me,” Nelson said. “As far Wednesday or Friday from 11 a.m. until as I know, this is the only harpsichord 1 p.m. and an hour prior to the perfor- in Moapa Valley. The instrument has mance. Tickets are also available at the been put to good use for Messiah perfor- Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, the mances and other area concerts.” Mesquite Fine Arts Center, and Ready The harpsichord and organ were the Golf. More information about the Clif- keyboard instruments of the baroque frose Chamber Music Series is available period for composers such as Bach, Viv- at www.cliffrosequartet.com

THIS WEEK IN HISTORY

Jan. 25, 1911: Last Wednesday night a cleaned the building inside and out. Open Auditions! wildcat went into Nephi Hunt’s chicken Jan. 26, 1912: People have sure made coop and killed sixty chickens. good use of the ice for about 4 weeks in Jan. 26, 1910: Vica Leavitt and Rhoda making ice cream. There have been ice — NEIL SIMON'S COMEDY — Wittwer have returned to Cedar City to cream parties all over town. continue their studies. They came down Jan. 28, 1899: Weather dry and Pleas- THE LAST OF for the holidays and were held here on ant; bad colds are prevalent here. Four account of the storms. prospectors are prospecting on Oak THE RED HOT LOVERS Jan. 26, 1910: Monday no school was Mountain east of here. Abe Bundy has held, and instead students and teachers just returned from the salt mine (St January 29 & 30, 6 p.m. went with brooms and mop rags and Thomas area) with a load of salt.

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Natalie Halladay, Hughes Middle 10 run to take a 33-21 lead. School Art The Knights and Dogs battled evenly Dogs Teacher; Gregory in the second period with the Knights continued from Page 1B Hermosillo, Moto holding on to a 62-52 advantage. Lead- Mania Student before giving up eight straight to fall ing the way for the Dogs in the period Art Contest behind 117-108. The Dogs had to com- was Anthony Strickland with 9 points Winner and sixth mit intentional fouls down the stretch and Terrell Evans with 11 points for grader at Hughes and fell 119-115. The game was a win- the Knights. The Knights took advan- Middle School; win for everyone from the players to tage of 8 Desert Dog turnovers and bal- and Christian the fans, as the teams played their anced scoring to take an 86-66 lead late Adderson, hearts out and the fans got a great taste in the third period. Mokeski brought coroporate sales of professional basketball. in big man Luke Cochrane to help stem manager for The many dunks and blocked shots the bleeding. Cochrane responded un- Mesquite Gaming brought oohs and aahs from most in derneath with five quick points cutting the gym. The teams faced off again on the Knights lead to 92-75 after three pe- Saturday, Jan.13. riods. Prior to tipoff of Saturday night’s Point guard reserve Tyree Murray Middle school benefits from art contest rematch between the Nevada Des- made his presence known with a quick ert Dogs and the Knights, Desert Dog eight points to bring the Dogs within Mesquite Gaming, owner of Casablan- impressed with all artwork submitted, Coach Paul Mokeski said, “You can’t eight points, 100-92. Zaveral Jackson of ca Resort and Virgin River Hotel, once Mesquite Gaming will also donate $500 expect to win if you make 26 turnovers, the Knights took the game over down again held the Motor Mania Student Art to each of the other participating school’s 16 in the first half alone. Not even the the stretch with 17 points in the period Contest during the 10th annual Mes- art programs. Additional winners in- Warriors (Golden State) can do that … to give the Canada squad a 122-105 vic- quite Motor Mania this past weekend. clude: We need to cut the mistakes and get tory. Jackson led the Knights with 27 Gregory Hermosillo, a sixth grader at Alexis Hill, Joseph L. Bowler Elemen- our big men involved in the game.” points followed by sharpshooter Ter- Charles A. Hughes Middle School took tary School The strategy worked the first few rell Evans with 25 points, 20 in the first home the grand prize winning $1,000 for Martiza Ceja, Beaver Dam Middle minutes of the first period and the half of play. his school and a bowling and pizza party School beginning of the fourth period. In Strickland led the Desert Dogs with courtesy of Mesquite Gaming. Anthony Mason Blazzard, Virgin valley Ele- between, turnovers and mental mis- 19 points followed by McGhee and Toti, CEO of Mesquite Gaming, was so mentary School takes with poor shooting allowed the Murray with 14 each. Murray scored Knights to recover and win going away all his points in the fourth period. 122-105. Center McGhee (6-foot-11) The Desert Dogs hope to reverse their started the game and responded with fortunes next Thursday and Friday 8 points giving the Dogs a 14-11 lead. It against the Yakima Sunkings who Salvation Army campaign a success was all Knights the rest of the quarter went 1-1 against the Knights, in their as they shut down the Dogs with a 29- home opener. Stephanie Woolley, director of So- Rob and Brian Wursten have spon- cial Services for the Mesquite Salvation sored the Golf for Kids for many years Army, reports a very busy and success- because of this hundreds of children ful 2017 Christmas and holiday sea- woke up Christmas morning knowing son. She would like to thank those that there is a Santa Claus. Thank you to Eu- and 40-29 at the three quarter mark. worked so hard and helped to facilitate reka who held a tournament for the Toys Boys “The kids battled back after trailing all of the wonderful events. Art and Ruth for Tots and the Angel Tree programs. continued from Page 1B by 15 points but we couldn’t finish and Hammerschmidt, thank you for sharing We send a thank you to Casa Blanca lost 49-46,” Mark Barnum said. “We your experience, consultation, and time who hosted the Festival of Trees and we were down by 35 points (56-25) and still have not put four good quarters ringing the bells for the Salvation Army the Golf 4 Kids. Smiths, Walmart, Lees, by rule the clock ran continuously. The together.” Mesquite Kettle program. We exceeded Ace, and Walgreen’s for hosting our boys played well against their subs and Riley Waite led the Dawgs with 12 our original goal and will be better orga- Kettle campaign. Thanks to all the orga- cut the final score to 60-40.” points followed by Koden Tietjen and nized for next year’s campaign. nizations, families and individuals that Will Barnum led the Dawgs with 10 Will Barnum with seven. The Bull- We also thank Nick Montoya who pro- participated with all of the events, we points. dogs 3A Sunrise League record fell to vided the gym to store all of the toys and couldn’t have done it without you. We The Bulldogs finished the week 1-5 and 4-16 overall. food boxes for the Golf 4 Kids, Toys for would also like to offer our sincere con- against former coach Sean FitzSimons The Bulldogs break in their new Tots and the Angel Tree events. Nick and dolences to the family and friends of Ed and his Lincoln County Lynx on Satur- $8 million dollar gym on Thursday, the Mesquite Police Department worked Guiterrez who passed away recently. He day, Jan.13. The Dawgs beat the Lynx in Jan.18, against Del Sol High School. tirelessly assisting Mike Benham with was a pillar in our community, who spent two earlier matchups but three in a sea- The Dragons are 4-1 in 3A Sunrise play the Parade of Lights, which generated countless hours playing his saxophone son is hard to do. FitzSimons must have and 10-10 overall. over 7,000 lbs. of food for the hungry in during the Kettle campaign, bringing joy gotten info on the Chaparral game and They are led by Keith Selden with our community. The parade was inspir- to all that had the pleasure of hearing his came out with a man press. The ploy 15.9 points per game and shoots over ing bringing in the Christmas spirit. music. You will be missed Ed! worked as the Lynx led 31-20 at the break 33 percent from beyond the arc.

kids had some tough matches. It’s a good Seamless Rain Gutters Girls tournament for us to wrestle in.” Cody Peterson | Owner | Operator continued from Page 1B Smith and Crandall both won their respective weight classes in the tourna- looked pretty good. They got after it. ment. Crandall was also named out- 702-283-7530 We also had a chance to get some of our standing wrestler of the meet. www.Cody-Peterson.com younger kids some action. They went Virgin Valley will be back on the road [email protected] out there and battled.” twice more this week for league matches WHEN IT RAINS, The Bulldogs didn’t have much time to – Tuesday at Del Sol in Las Vegas and —In Mesquite & Moapa Valley— enjoy the comforts of home as they were Wednesday at Boulder City. VVHS will IT POURS! back on the road in the wee hours of cap the week by participating in the Pine Friday morning to make the long drive View Invitational Friday and Saturday to Northern Nevada to compete in the in St. George. Spring Creek Invitational. The Bulldogs will host rival Moapa “There were over 30 teams participat- Valley on Jan. 25 in the regular-season ing at Spring Creek,” Woods said. “Our finale, which will also be Senior Night.

on 13 carries. Emily Teerlink added 33 Flag yards on five carries while Julia Ramirez continued from Page 1B notched 31 yards on four carries. Graves completed 10-of-16 passes for on runs of two and one yard while quar- 137 yards as Virgin Valley amassed 499 terback Kallie Graves threw two touch- yards of total offense. down passes – 30 yards to Madison On the defensive side of the ball, Na- Cheney and 28 yards to Markell Lud- taly Serna led the Lady Bulldogs with Mesquite Business Center vigson – to help guide Virgin Valley to a six flag pulls while Alyson Cook and 27-0 halftime advantage. Ramirez had four each. Ludvigson had Graves ran eight yards for a score two pass breakups and one intercep- in the third quarter as the Lady Bull- tion. dogs extended their margin to 33-0. The win improves Virgin Valley to 6-3 Zuniga scored her third touchdown of overall while Chaparral falls to 4-4. the night on a one-yard run in the final The Lady Bulldogs will host rival period. Moapa Valley Wednesday and Tech Zuniga finished the game with 88 Friday. Both games are scheduled for 4 Boxes yards on 14 carries. Nikita Eskelsen led 4:30 p.m. starts inside Wilson Stadi- Virgin Valley in rushing with 93 yards um. 4 Packaging Supplies 4 Tape The Bulldogs led 29-22 at the half but 4 Bubble Wrestling could not stop the Lincoln County rally continued from Page 1B in the last period. The Lynx outscored Wrap the Dawgs 15-8 in the fourth period. ing Lincoln County on Saturday, Jan Boatwright led the Dawgs with 15 points 13. The Lynx defeated the Dawgs in the followed by Ponce with 11 points and final seconds, 46-45, to gain their sec- Price chipped in with 10 points. (702) 346-2191 ond win over the Virgin Valley squad The Lady Dawgs sit in second place this season. The Dawgs lost by a total of in 3A Sunrise League play with a 5-1 re- 424 Riverside Road, Mesquite only three points in two tough matches cord. The Bulldogs christen the new gym (Next to Bella's Pizza) with Lynx. Thursday hosting Del Sol High School. 4B MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Jan. 18. 2018 The benefits of forgiveness CALENDAR

“I can’t forgive them.” Give, and it will City Manager Andy Barton will hold Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. This is a common theme in most people’s be given to you: a community forum today at 8 a.m. at First. North St. lives. Someone has done something hurtful good measure, the Pioneer Center in Sun City. You’re When: 3:30 p.m. and we can’t seem to forgive the offense. pressed down, welcome to join your neighbors and Info: 702-346-5224 But not forgiving is one of the worst things shaken togeth- friends in finding out what’s happening The Martin & Lewis Tribute Show we can do, because it withholds God’s tre- er, and running in Mesquite. Barton will be available to Where: Casablanca Showroom, 950 mendous benefits that He wishes to pour out over will be put answer all questions. W. Mesquite Blvd. into our lives, beginning with forgiveness. into your bo- Business owners may want to ask When: 8:30 p.m. Further, forgiveness isn’t a matter of pick- som. For with questions regarding the upcoming Re- Info: www.casablancaresort.com ing and choosing who or what we want to the same mea- development Agency meeting on forgive. Instead forgiveness is a way of life, sure that you Tuesday, 4:30 p.m. at City Hall prior to Saturday, Jan. 20 and something to be offered to everyone no dennis Lee use, it will be the city council meeting. Special Olympics Polar Plunge matter what. religion measured back to Redevelopment agencies are a tool Where: Mesquite Recreation Center, So it doesn’t matter who we might be hold- you.” (Luke 6:37- available to communities to help 100 W. Old Mill Road ing resentment against, in the end it will eat 38) breathe new life into areas in need of When: 10 a.m. us alive, along with those we love. The writer And so with the same measure we forgive revitalization, economic development Info: www.mesquitenv.gov of Hebrews tells us not to fall short of God’s others, shall be the same measure we’ll be and new opportunity. Adult Movie Matinee grace in this; otherwise a root of bitterness forgiven, which is at the heart of what Jesus The RDA promotes the renewal of Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. will spring up in our lives, defiling not only also tells us in the prayer He taught us to pray. downtown Mesquite and other older First. North St. ourselves, but also all those around us, He- “For if you forgive men their trespasses, commercial districts by working with When: noon brews 12:15. your heavenly Father will also forgive you. developers, property owners and the Info: 702-346-5224 But when we offer forgiveness it trans- But if you do not forgive men their trespass- community to accomplish beneficial Reba Las Vegas starring Corrie forms our lives. It fills us an abundance of joy es, neither will your Father forgive your tres- revitalization efforts. The RDA does Sachs and peace. passes.” (Matthew 6:14-15) this by funding public works projects, Where: Casablanca Showroom, 950 Consider the words of Jesus. No matter the offense, let’s choose to for- administering business incentives and W. Mesquite Blvd. “Judge not, and you shall not be judged. give and allow the beauty of God’s forgive- overseeing other programs and initia- When: 8:30 p.m. Condemn not, and you shall not be con- ness to overwhelm our soul, bringing peace tives that create greater commercial ac- Info: www.casablancaresort.com demned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. and joy without measure. tivity in redevelopment areas. RDA members will be meeting prior Monday, Jan. 22 to the City Council Meeting on Tues- Fitness & Fun (First Class of 3 day, Jan. 22 at 4:30 p.m. week course) Join the College of Southern Nevada Where: CSN campus, 140 N. Yucca St. for a 3-week course of wellness chats When: Morning and evening sched- that encompass the big components of ules personal wellness. Instructor Deborah Info: 702-346-2485 Campbell is dedicated to providing you Adult Coloring Club with fitness training and motivation. Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. There will be two separate sessions of- First. North St. fered allowing you to choose one that will When: 1-2 p.m. work best for your schedule, either all Info: 702-346-5224 morning classes or all evening classes. Bereavement Group Service Times Introduction to the Fit Lifestyle, Nu- Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. Sunday Morning 10 a.m. trition, Exercise, Motivation, Support First. North St. Sunday Evening 6 p.m. & Accountability and Movement in the When: 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 p.m. Office are some of the topics that will be Info: 702-346-5224 taught. Children and Youth Programs Classes will be held Mondays and Tuesday, Jan. 23 at Each Service Wednesdays 10-11 a.m. or 7- 8 p.m. The Mammo Van cost is $40. Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. First. North St. 211 West First South, Suite C&D For more information contact: 702 Located behind Ace Hardware 346-2485 or email darlene.montague@ When: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 702-346-8558 | www.mesquitelivingwaters.com csn.edu. Classes begin Jan. 22 Info: 702-346-5224 This month the Desert Dames Lun- Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. cheon will be held on Wednesday, Jan. First. North St. 24, at noon in the Eureka Casino Grand When: 10 a.m. Canyon Ballroom. The Dames promote Info: 702-346-5224 friendship through meetings, social func- Rotary Club of Mesquite Mesquite Lutheran Church tions, and special interest groups. Any- Where: Holiday Inn Express, 1030 W. one 21 years or older that lives in Mesquite Pioneer Blvd. 450 Turtleback Rd. • 702-346-5811 • MesquiteLutheran.org or the surrounding areas can join. When: noon Remember to send all of your events Info: Rick Tuttle 907-230-2360 or 702- to [email protected] and please 345-7531 put “Community Calendar” in the sub- Joke-a-thon for school age kids Sunday Worship ject line. Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. First. North St. 9:00 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 When: 4:30 p.m. An LCMS Congregation. Learn more at www.lcms.org/belief-and-practice Community Forum Info: 702-346-5224 Where: Pioneer Center, 1350 Flat Top Redevelopment Agency Meeting Mesa Dr. Where: City Council Chambers, 10 E. When: 8-9 a.m. Mesquite Blvd. Mesquite Lutheran Info: 702-346-5297 When: 4:30-5 p.m. Mesquite Sunrise Rotary Info: www.mesquitenv.gov PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE Where: Scotty’s Restaurant, 1024 City Council Meeting All Children are Welcome Normandy Ln. Where: City Hall, 10 E. Mesquite Ages 6 weeks to 5-years-old When: 7:15-8:15 a.m. Blvd. 702-346-3954 Monday through Friday Info: [email protected] When: 5-7 p.m. Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Kids Steam Ages 6-11 Science Info: www.mesquitenv.gov Licensed by the State of Nevada. Voucher Assistance Available. [email protected] Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. First. North St. Wednesday, Jan. 24 When: 4 p.m. Pre-School Storytime Info: 702-346-5224 Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. First. North St. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Friday, Jan. 19 When: 10 a.m. Pastor Travis E. Lauterbach Gardening “Succulents & Roses” Info: 702-346-5224 Where: Mesquite Library, 121 W. Desert Dames Luncheon First. North St. Where: Eureka Casino Grand Can- Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m. When: 1-3 p.m. yon Ballroom, 275 Mesa Blvd. The Lord’s Supper is celebrated the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday of each month Info: 702-346-5224 When: noon Teen Scene Info: 702-345-3477 Bible Study Tuesday 4:00 p.m. Women of Life Thursday 10:00 a.m. Bible Study Thursday 3:00 p.m. 2018 MESSAGE FOCUS: ‘DARING TO LOVE’

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By Teri Nehrenz throw a retirement party for their favorite Edward Gutierrez, Sr., 96, passed away MLN homeroom teacher. on January 8, 2018 in his home in Mes- This new cast of girls in the old famil- quite, NV. He was born on October 13, 1921 Get ready to rock-n-roll with your favor- iar roles will sing their way through the in Santa Rita, New Mexico to Emelio Guti- ite girl group songs from the 1960s when greatest girl-group hits of the 60s and bid errez and Heriberta Santibañez. Edward the Virgin Valley Theatre Group opens Ms. McPherson a fond farewell. One of married Josephine Buchanan, his high- its musical production of the “Marvelous the Wonderettes reveals she will be saying school sweet-heart, in Los Angeles, CA on Wonderettes, Dream On” on Friday, Jan. goodbye to search for success and happi- July 28, 1940. 26. ness on her own. Edward was best known for his love of Mikey, R.J., Katy, Gabby, Shawnna, and Two seasons ago, VVTG audience Act two of this show finds the girls back God, family, great personality, and skill Brandie, twelve great-great-grandchil- members discovered the “Wonderettes” together as the class of 1958 celebrates their on the saxophone, and the beautiful mu- dren, and four great-great-great-grand- at the Springfield High Senior Prom. They 20-year reunion. The classic pop and rock sic he played. He began playing in high children, his brother, Ralph, and sister, were introduced to four teenage girls who hits of the seventies provide the perfect school and would share his talent often. Cora, and many nieces and nephews. were the school’s “trophy-winning” song soundtrack for these old friends to catch He played for the Salvation Army during He is preceded in death by his wife; Jose- leaders. Theater goers were privy to the up on the places life has led them, all per- Christmas time at Smith’s grocery, High- phine Gutierrez, his daughter; Barbara Jo relationships the girls developed among formed with their own marvelous spin. land Manor of Mesquite, the Veteran’s Gutierrez, his son; Edward Gutierrez Jr., themselves and with their boyfriends/ Join real life friends Kathy Petrus (Betty Center, the Festival of Trees, and the “One his grandson; James Newman, his great- husbands. The audience sang and remi- Jean), Karen Ransdell (Missy), Jan Case- Hero at a Time” event at the Casa Blanca to granddaughter; Erica Newman, his par- nisced over the songs from the 50s as the bolt (Suzy) and new member of the Virgin celebrate Veterans, among many other oc- ents, and two of his brothers. girls took on the challenge of entertaining Valley Theatre Group, Francesca Fontain casions. After Eddie and Josie were mar- Funeral Services will be held for Ed- their classmates at the prom. Fast forward (Cindy Lou), as these incredibly talented ried, Eddie was working at a gas station ward on January 23 & 24, 2018, in Long to the 10 year class reunion and the audi- women, under the musical direction of when pearl Harbor was attacked. He went Beach, CA. There will be memorial ser- ence was able to catch a glimpse of where Denis Feehan, put their vocal and acting to work at the Los Angeles Post Office in vices held at the Virgin de Guadalupe the girl’s lives had gone. Now you can dis- talents together in the Marvelous Won- 1943 and sent his draft notice in 1944. He Catholic Church, 401 Canyon Crest Bou- cover the rest of the story. derettes, Dream On Jan. 26, 27, Feb. 2, 3, 9 had a co-worker who was a retired chief levard, on Friday, January 26, 2018 at 11:00 The Marvelous Wonderettes, Dream and 10 at 7 p.m. and Jan 28 and Feb. 4 at 2 petty officer who wrote a letter to the re- a.m. in Mesquite, NV. There will also be On, written by Roger Bean and directed p.m. at the Mesquite Community Theatre. cruitment office and Ed was drafted into a memorial service held at the Veteran’s by Glen Bjornson, will take audience Tickets are available at Mesquite Cham- the Navy, and because he worked for the Center, 840 Hafen Lane, Mesquite, NV at members back in time once again, to the ber of Commerce, Ready Golf, Mesquite Post Office, he was sent to work at the Fleet 1:00 p.m. The family invites you to leave a girls’ future leading up to their 20th class Fine Arts Center and the Mesquite Com- Post Office in San Francisco, CA. When message or memory in their Guest Book at reunion and all the music you loved to munity Theatre box office one hour before they discovered he could read and play www.virginvalleymortuary.com. hear from the 60s and 70s. showtimes. Tickets are $19 for adults and music he was assigned to the Fleet Post The audience will first be transported $5 for children. For more information, Office Orchestra. He served from Septem- Edward Gutierrez, Jr. back to 1969 when The Marvelous Won- contact the VVTG at vvtgnv.com or www. ber 1944 to April 1946. He was awarded In loving memory of Edward Gutierrez, derettes are back at Springfield High to mctnv.com. the American Area Victory Medal. After Jr., we pay tribute to the son of Edward Edward left the service, he began work- Sr. and Josephine Gutierrez, who passed ing for the USPS again until he retired. In away on May 11, 2017 in Mesquite, NV. 2007, he moved from Southern California Edward Jr. was born on October 25, 1948 to Mesquite, NV. He was a member of the in Huntington Park, CA to a loving fam- Elks golf event benefits school scholarships American Legion, and he was a member ily. He shared a passion for music with his of the Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree. father, and they would play together often. Come out and help the Elks raise mon- and prizes at the lodge. He was a devout Catholic and attended La Edward moved to Mesquite, NV in 2016 ey for scholarships for students. This is Entry fee is $205 and include both Virgin de Guadalupe Catholic Church in to be closer to his family. He is interred at an open event, so golfers do not have to rounds of golf with a cart. welcome Mesquite, NV. Edward was known to be Fullerton, CA. He is survived by his sister, be an Elk to enter. reception, pairings banquet, on- a gentle man, an inspiration, and the “best Diane Mora, and his several nephews; Ed- This will be a two-person team for- course event prizes, lunches and flight father in the world”. ward Newman, David (Melida) Newman, mat. awards. Edward is survived by his daughter, Di- Michael (Karla) Newman, and Christo- A welcome banquet is scheduled Feb, Teams handicapped and flighted after ane Mora of Mesquite, NV, his grandchil- pher Mora. He is now joined in heaven 19 from 4-6 p.m. at the lodge. Golf begins the first round. dren; Edward Newman, David (Melida) with his parents; Edward Sr. and Josie Feb. 20 at 9 a.m. at Oasis Canyons with Contact event chair Dennis Baylor Newman, Michael (Karla) Newman, and Gutierrez, his sister; Barbara Jo Gutierrez, lunch provided. Golf on Feb. 21 is at Cas- 845-321-2193; or email elksgolf281114@ Christopher Mora, all of Mesquite, NV, his nephew; James Newman, and his great aBlanca Golf Club, with lunch, awards yahoo.com to register. his great-grandchildren; David, Christy, niece; Erica Newman. You Don’t Have to Live With Pain... WHEN WE CAN FIX IT.

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