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OVERTON POWER TOURISM Response 33 hot air bal- loons took to the to power skies over Mes- quite Jan. 25-27 for the Eleventh Annual Mesquite outage Hot Air Balloon Festival. Bal- loons came in all questions shapes and sizes but most were By Mendes Cooper about 60 feet Overton Power GM across when fully inflated and Since the power outage on Monday, I over 90 feet tall. keep hearing a couple of common ques- tions. I want to let everyone know where we are regarding some of these ques- tions. Teri Nehrenz First, people want to know why we didn’t bring in power from Utah during the power outage. I want everyone to un- derstand that we did bring in power from Area resident thrilled for first flight Utah to serve the hospital, the police sta- tion, a fire station, a gas station, and a By Teri Nehrenz commercial endeavors for his company rest of the kids were anticipating getting grocery store in Mesquite. We brought MLN Hot Air Enterprises LC. a ride from the pilot who was freely giv- in all the power we could from Utah, but Bingham has been piloting balloons ing the kids a floating thrill. Bingham’s unfortunately with the existing load and The 11th Annual Mesquite Hot Air Bal- for 20 years; this festival was the start of daughter couldn’t see over the side of the the growth in the St George area along loon Festival, sponsored by the Mesquite his 21. basket. Dad had to hold her and take that with some other technical issues we can- Resort Association, was held Jan. 25-27 Bingham bought his first balloon in first ride with his baby girl. He helped not get enough power to serve the entire with spectacular sights of 33 colorful bal- 1998 and became a commercial pilot in the pilot take the balloon down that day Mesquite area. loons taking flight. 2003. His interest in hot air balloons and the following day Bingham helped Next, people ask why we didn’t bring During the three-day event, local resi- came from his school’s Weekly Reader. him set up and take down the balloon. in power from Lincoln County Power dents have a chance to volunteer to work He read about some research being done The pilot promised to come back the District (LCPD). Lincoln County was crews/chase teams for the balloon pilots to test space suit development, hot air following year but never did so he helped affected by the NV Energy problem just and some even get lucky enough to take balloons were somehow involved. A few someone else; he did that for about eight like we were. When NV Energy loses a ride. years later, during a local balloon festival or nine years before deciding to take the a line that affects us, it affects Lincoln Marie Sweet of Beaver Dam, Arizo- someone landed one in his neighbor- plunge and purchase his own balloon. County as well, so we were both out of na, took her first hot air balloon ride in hood. Sweet said her first ride was “sweet!” power. “Twister” a balloon owned by Pilot Lyle Bingham said his daughter was about Later in the day, LCPD was able to se- Bingham. Bingham flies “Twister” in four years old and she along with the > See BALLOONS, Page 2A cure a limited amount of power on the old transmission line that was built to serve OPD and LCPD back in the 1930’s. DEVELOPMENT OPD crews started to go through the switching procedures to bring in some of that power to the Moapa Valley area. Again, there was not enough power Power line construction available to energize the entire area, but our intent was to provide power to key reason for dirt moving locations. As we started to go through the switching procedures, we received By Barbara Ellestad word from NV Energy that the problem MLN would be fixed within two hours. Con- sidering the amount of time it takes to Massive amounts of dirt are being moved on Pio- switch back and forth, we abandoned neer Boulevard behind the Methodist and Luther- our plans to utilize the little bit of power an churches and east of the commercial building we could get off of the old line. that houses the DMV. According to Richard Secrist, Next, people want to know where we City of Mesquite Development Services director, the are at in securing a second transmission project began with Overton Power District’s need to line. I want you to know that we have install a new power line across the I-15 highway. Barbara Ellestad been working on this issue for several “OPD wanted to knock down the hill behind the Massive amounts of dirt are being moved on land between the Meth- years. My staff and I have worked si- churches when they installed the new power line to odist and Lutheran churches and the DMV building on Pioneer Boule- > See OPD, Page 2A > See DIRT, Page 2A vard. Ms. Senior Mesquite contestants named Mesquite Local News taken on the challenges to be bold, courageous, adventurous, and in- Contestants in the 2019 Ms. Senior spiring in yet another chapter of their Mesquite pageant were introduced to the lives. public Saturday, Jan. 26, during their an- Each year the Ms. Senior Mesquite nual Bingo Bash fundraiser at the Elks Pageant contestants sell advertising for Club. their program as part of their contestant The 2019 Ms. Senior Mesquite Pag- responsibilities. The money collected eant Contestants are perfect examples from the sale of the ads goes to charity; of the outstanding and varied talent specifically, the non-profit organizations that comprises the citizenry of Mes- that thrive in Mesquite. Be on the look- quite. They have made contributions out for the ladies to come knocking on to the communities from which they your door for a good cause. Submitted photo lived prior and continue that tradition The pageant takes place Saturday, From left, Mary Paliganoff, Teri Nehrenz, Julie Hoffman, Ann Murphy, Reigning here. As contestants, which they’ll April 27, at 4 p.m. at the Mesquite Com- Queen LeAnn Elder-Kalstein and Diana McKinney. agree is not a “cakewalk”, they have munity Theatre.

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Balloons The city of continued from Page 1A Mesquite is installing two Bingham expertly floated them from the new traffic sig- Oasis parking lot to the Ford dealership nals on Pioneer and landed quite gently with just one Boulevard that hop before touching safely down in the will make it saf- dirt. She said that she never imagined er to travel the the ride to be so smooth quiet in between busy roadway. bursts of fire from the burners. “I didn’t really know what to expect but I definitely didn’t expect it to be so Barbara Ellestad smooth. You can’t imagine what it means Teri Nehrenz to ‘float on air’ until you really do float on Marie Sweet of Beaver Dam, Arizona, air; it was very surreal. I was also antic- Pioneer travelers getting upgrades took her first hot air balloon ride in ipating a much harder landing but Lyle “Twister” a balloon owned by Pilot By Barbara Ellestad was an incredible pilot and he explained light poles for the signals will be shipped Lyle Bingham. MLN quite a bit about balloons while we were to the city on March 29. “There’s a mas- traveling.” when fully inflated and over 90 feet tall. All those travelers who have constant- sive back order for the poles and we’ve As tradition dictates, after a safe land- They weigh a whopping 250 pounds and ly been irritated by the difficult and busy waited a long time for them,” he said. ing, newbies to the air toast their safe with the rest of the equipment, basket, intersection of Pioneer Boulevard and “We are getting all the other work done landing with champagne, in this case tanks and burners they weigh in at 650 the Grapevine overpass are about to get first so that once they get here, we can sparkling cider. pounds all together. a long-awaited solution. And the fear of install them quickly.” Superstition also plays in this tra- One of the more spectacular evening traversing the almost-hidden intersec- The city is installing a flashing caution dition; the newbies must drink their events is the night glow. Balloonists in- tion of Turtleback Road and Pioneer light on Pioneer Boulevard as travelers champagne without the benefit of using flate the balloons at night while keeping Boulevard will soon be gone. approach the Turtleback Road intersec- their hands. If drops of liquid are spilled, them tethered to the ground and fuel the Travis Anderson, City of Mesquite tion from the west that will warn drivers it is said that the pilots next flight will fires that set them aglow. Pilots are more Building Department, said both inter- to prepare to stop for a red light. not a smooth one. Of course, no tradi- than willing to share the information sections are receiving new traffic signals “That area has a real blind spot go- tion is any fun without a little practical about their balloons and ballooning in that are projected to be completed by ing into the intersection and we want joke thrown in for laughs. Bingham’s general with the public who can get an mid-April. to warn people ahead of time about red son, Ryan, was waiting behind the new- up close and personal encounter with “Currently, we are upgrading the lights,” Anderson said. “Having the traf- bies and as they picked up the glasses the giant night lights. Grapevine Road ramp that approaches fic signal there will make the area much in their teeth, young Bingham poured a This year’s Balloon Fest went off Pioneer Boulevard northward by install- safer, especially for people turning left few drops of water over their heads, “It’s without fail. In some of the years prior, ing handicap ramps and the infrastruc- from Turtleback onto Pioneer.” less sticky than the champagne,” said weather conditions halted the ability ture for the new traffic signals,” Ander- Anderson also said that a planned both Binghams as everybody had a good to launch the balloons but this year the son said. “We are concurrently working traffic signal at the intersection of Hafen laugh. weather was perfect. The skies were on the infrastructure for new signals at Lane and Riverside Road has been put The balloons come in all shapes and calm and balloons took to the Mesquite Turtleback Road and Pioneer.” on hold indefinitely because the amount sizes but most are about 60 feet across skies on all three days. Anderson anticipates that the new of traffic does not warrant one.

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Editor’s note: The following was taken stop that resulted in the impound of the vehicle. JAN. 20-26 from the pages of the Mesquite Police Depart- Wanted person: Responded to Mesquite Statistics supplied by Mesquite Police Huscusson, Michael L ment blotter from Jan. 6-12. Justice Center and took one adult female in Department. Disclaimer: These names Bow, WA custody for felony warrant. were reported in the Mesquite Police 1/24/19 JAN. 29 Fraud: A theft occurred using counterfeit Department’s arrest report released Jan. Minor in gambling Minor gambling: A juvenile male was wit- bills. The unknown suspect(s)purchased the 28. Persons should be presumed inno- nessed by security gambling on a slot machine. items with the bills and received real currency cent until convicted in a court of law. Johnson, Brittney L The juvenile and his parent were contacted in return. Las Vegas by security, who notified the police. Security Theft: A female individual was witnessed Male juvenile offender 1/23/19 signed a complaint for minor gaming. stealing from a local department store. Female Mesquite Petit larceny Fraud: Officers responded to an East Pio- was detained and arrested for larceny. 1/20/19 neer Boulevard casino for a report of defraud- Minor in gambling Jonas, Todd R ing an inn keeper. Two patrons walked out on JAN. 23 Mesquite the coffee shop bill with no intentions of paying. Dead body: Officers responded to a Ban- Bateman, James D 1/24/19 Both were cited and trespassed. nock Street residence for an unattended death Cedar City, UT DUI Citizen assist: A couple came to the Mes- of an adult female. The death did not appear 1/20/19 quite Detention Center to speak with an offi- suspicious. Clark County Coroner’s Office Jail housing agreement Jones, Keisha M cer to settle a verbal dispute. Both parties were took custody of the body. Mesquite heard from and advised to be adults. Theft: An officer responded to a local gro- Belback, Melissa I 1/22/18 cery store reference a report of theft of services. St. George, UT Failure to appear JAN. 21 One male suspect was identified, and charges 1/20/19 Trespassing: Officers responded to a West are pending. Defrauding an Innkeeper Kanosh-Bigsoldier, Olivia E Mesquite Boulevard casino on a trespass call. Wanted person: Officer made contact with St. George, UT One male was issued a citation for trespass. a wanted male at the Mesquite Detention Cen- Bezyack, Karl M 1/26/18 Domestic violence: Officers responded to ter. The male was taken into custody for his Beaver Dam, AZ Battery x2 a call of domestic violence. One adult male was warrant. 1/20/19 Resisting a public officer arrested for domestic battery. Fraud: An officer took a report over the Jail housing agreement Wanted person: Officer located a male phone for a fraud committed at a local bank. Marquez, Lazaro with two warrants out of the Mesquite Munic- The investigation is ongoing. Brewer, Jesse S Mesquite ipal Court. One adult male was arrested for the Robbery: Officers responded to a West Litchfield Park, AZ 12119 warrants. Mesquite Boulevard RV park for a report of a 1/25/19 General probation violation Probation violation: Officer’s responded robbery. Officers and Detectives responded an Battery to a domestic disturbance involving two male completed an initial investigation and attempt- Provoking breach of peace Negrete, Alyssa C suspects. Upon arrival, officer’s contacted said ed to identify and locate the suspects. Investiga- Las Vegas suspects. Both subjects were taken into custo- tion is ongoing. Campos-Parra, Carlos J 1/22/19 dy for various charges. Theft from vehicle: Officer completed a Mesquite Petit larceny theft from vehicle report. 1/22/19 JAN. 22 Minor gambling: Officers responded to an Failure to appear Netter, Jackay O II Unknown problem: Responded to Pinyon East Pioneer Boulevard casino in reference to a Las Vegas Lane residence for agency assist with Mesquite minor gambling. One male adult was cited and Female juvenile offender 1/23/19 Fire and Rescue for an unresponsive female. released for underage gambling. Mesquite Failure to appear Fraud: Officers responded to a call of a re- 1/22/19 covered stolen vehicle. The vehicle was con- JAN. 24: Truancy Nunez, Jenifer C firmed stolen and St. George Police Depart- Suicidal peson: Police responded to a re- Mesquite ment was notified. Guerrero, John W 1/22/19 Traffic Stop: An officer conducted a traffic > See BLOTTER, Page 5A Mesquite Contempt of court 1/21/19 Failure to appear x2 > See ARREST, Page 5A FIRE AND RESCUE

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RESPONSE TO VVWD CHANGE PROPOSAL ville’s 14 percent. unions will bust the budget Councilman George Rapson pre- To the editor, fers to look at the water board as a hile Gov. Steve Sisolak During the last city council meet- business with the users as investors. has promised no new ing, my fellow Councilmembers de- Following the councilman’s logic, taxes in his proposed cided against supporting my resolu- those on the board who see the water budget for the next two tion to change the board of the Virgin board as a business, made a mistake Wyears, he also plans to light the fuse on Valley Water Board from 3 to 4 from in not supporting the change in the a huge tax bomb in the future. Mesquite and reduce the Bunkerville water board. In his State of the State speech in representation from 2 to 1. Under that business scenario, Mes- Carson City before lawmakers he The adjustment, had it been sup- quite investors constitute more than casually tossed out that state public THOMAS MITCHELL COMMENTARY ported by the council and passed 80 percent of their money and water employees “should be empowered into law, would have ensured that to that “business.” to bargain collectively in the years the Mesquite residents were not dis- As investors, they have a right to ahead.” Since 1969 local government employees, while Nevada’s private-sec- advantaged in water board decisions. expect a 4 to 1 management board workers in Nevada have been allowed tor workers ranked a distant 47th When formed Mesquite constitut- that would ensure that their “invest- to form unions and collectively bargain compared to private sector workers in ed about 80 percent of the popula- ments” in money and water is not for pay and benefits, but not so state other states. tion to Bunkerville’s 20 percent. disadvantaged by competitors from government employees. “On a statewide basis, government Today Mesquite represents about the neighboring community. Sisolak doubled down during an pay and benefits cost taxpayers rough- MESQUITE SENIOR GAMES ARE COMING SOON! 93 percent of the service population I raised the membership issue as interview at the Smith Center in Las ly $10 billion last year — which was to 7 percent for Bunkerville. part of my promise to the Mesquite Vegas with the editor of the news and equal to 80 percent of all tax revenue Those forming the water board cal- residents to bring their concerns to commentary website The Nevada In- collected by every state and local culated the ratio of water contribu- the Council and before the public for dependent, saying, state public work- government agency in Nevada,” noted tions at 64 percent Mesquite and 36 airing. ers generally are paid less than local NPRI policy director Robert Fellner. percent Bunkerville. However, about This is not a new issue. It was government workers and discussion “Thus, in the event Nevada’s govern- DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS ANNUAL EVENT 20 percent of the Bunkerville water raised 11 years ago by former Mes- of collective bargaining rights for state ment pay gap continues its upward contribution came from their per- quite Mayor Susan Holecheck. workers is long overdue. growth, the resulting tax hikes neces- FOR SENIORS OVER 50! mits of Virgin Mountain spring wa- Unfortunately, one member of the Sisolak said, “Our state employees sary to sustain such excess may be- ter that, because of its scarcity and council and a member of the water should be treated in a fair and respect- come too great to bear.” costs cannot be developed. board felt that I was raising the issue ful manner. The fact that they haven’t Fellner argued, “Because such It is now the policy of the state to as a pawn or employee of the Wolf had a raise in 10 years and the fact they outsized pay packages come at the Date Event consider all water together, which Creek golf course. don’t have the same working condi- expense of taxpayers who earn much includes Mesquite managed effluent. The owners of Wolf Creek has tions that other jurisdictions had. I’m less themselves, elected officials should March 4-7 Tennis Adding the effluent to the water brought a civil suit against the wa- coming from a county that employees consider the fairness and sustainability March 7 Long Drive budget and deducting the unusable ter board arguing that their pricing did have collective bargaining … they of continually caving in to government spring water makes Mesquites con- strategies are arbitrary and capri- make a lot more money. … The pay is unions’ endless demands for even March 9 Fitness Hike (All Ages) tribution 85 percent and Bunker- cious and violate contracting law. probably 30 to 40 percent less than any more.” I am not an employee of Wolf Creek. other governmental entity that exists. Imagine what the future will look March 14 Poker My husband and I live on our retire- And to attract good people at those like if state workers are allowed to form ment savings. wages is simply not going to happen.” unions and bargain collectively. March 16 History Tour (All Ages) However, I do recognize that Wolf After editor Jon Ralston pointed out Under Nevada’s collective bargaining March 16 Table Tennis MESQUITE Creek brings millions of dollars into that collective bargaining would cost law, if negotiations come to an impasse, LOCAL NEWS this community, pays significant tax- the state a lot more tax money, the an arbitrator is appointed to settle the March 16-17 Shotgun Sports es and are in the top tier of water rate governor responded, “We’re going to dispute and the primary criteria for Published every Thursday by payers. invest in our people, Jon. That’s a good granting a union’s demands is whether March 18-19 Bridge Battle Born Media LLC I am happy when any individual or thing. I don’t think that’s a downside. the government entity has the ability to business sees fit to support me, and We’re going to invest in the people who pay what is demanded. That determi- March 22 Basketball Skills Publisher Kirk Kern I support any individual or business provide services to Nevada and we’re nation is usually in favor of the union. March 23 Track & Field / Weight Throws [email protected] rights to question government action going to have to find the resources in As we have noted in the past, none in the courts. order to make those accommodations.” other than the icon of progressivism, March 30 Putting Advertising sales The impact of climate change on First of all, state workers were given Franklin D. Roosevelt, pointed out in Sandi Boyce [email protected] our water resources is a major con- 3 percent cost-of-living pay increases in a 1937 letter the problem with collec- April 1-2 Bocce Ball cern for me. each of the past two years. tive bargaining for public employees: Classified Ads/General Business I am concerned that the water For years local government pay in “All Government employees should April 3-5 Pickleball Pam Mulligan board is taking more water from the Nevada has exceeded those in both realize that the process of collective [email protected] April 6 Bicycling aquifer then the perennial yield al- state government employ and in the bargaining, as usually understood, Staff lows. private sector, due to collective bar- cannot be transplanted into the public April 6 Target Pistol Lots of fun, meet new friends while enjoying Barbara Ellestad (reporter) Doing that impacts the ability of gaining. But according to Bureau of service. It has its distinct and insur- Linda Faas (reporter) the basin to recharge and has a nega- Labor Statistics figures for the second mountable limitations when applied April 12 Bowling great activities! Medals awarded! Lou Martin (sports reporter) Bob Snell (sports reporter) tive effect on the basin’s physical and quarter of 2018 the average weekly to public personnel management. The Teri Nehrenz (Media/website coordinator). chemical integrity. wage for private sector Nevadans very nature and purposes of Govern- 2019 Mesquite Senior Games T-Shirt [email protected] Water is the limiting factor in our was $908, while the local government ment make it impossible for adminis- economic success. We simply cannot worker was paid $1,049 and the state trative officials to represent fully or to included with registration! PMB 208 550 W. Pioneer Blvd. grow beyond that limitation. public employee averaged $1,097. 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Thanks OPD, but more to do was arrested on the warrant.

Compared to the nightmare fiasco Blotter JAN. 25 17-hour power outage Mesquite suffered continued from Page 3A Burglary: An officer completed a burglary in March 2017, the most recent 13-hour report. outage was a walk in the dark. Wanted person: Officers located a male I appreciate that Overton Power port of an attempted suicide. One adult female at an East Pioneer Boulevard casino with an District and the Mesquite Police De- was transported to the hospital and placed on active warrant. The male was arrested on the partment kept the public somewhat in- a legal 2000 hold. warrant. formed about the outage and the ensu- Lost property: Officer responded to the Traffic accident w/o injury: Police re- ing forecasts for restoration throughout lobby of the police department for a report of a sponded to a single vehicle accident. A report the day via text messages and emails. It possible burglary. After speaking with the re- was taken. was so much better and more comfort- porting person an incident number was given Traffic accident w/o injury: Officers re- ing to have some information about the BARBARA ELLESTAD for lost property. sponded to a two vehicle non-injury accident. situation this time. COMMENTARY Theft: Police took a report for theft from One female driver was issued a citation. I also appreciate OPD General Man- mail. Found property: Police responded to a re- ager Mendis Cooper’s written follow-up line to Mesquite. These are quite simple Found property: Officer responded to a port of a found wallet. The wallet was booked explanation of what transpired. It an- fixes that are not expensive and easily Riverside Road residence for a report of found into the evidence vault as found property. swered some of the questions the public implemented. property. Officer took custody and secured it Fighting: Officers responded to a fight at a had. First, stop with the stupid Facebook until the owner could be identified and claim it. West Mesquite Boulevard. A male adult was I mean that sincerely. idea as the only means of talking to Property damage, non-vandalism: Of- arrested andbtransported to the Mesquite De- However, there is still more OPD has someone at OPD. Towards the end of ficers responded to an Apple Tree Lane resi- tention Center. a responsibility to do. These aren’t nice- the outage, I received a message that dence and took a report of property damage to to-have things, but rather a necessity advised me to contact OPD on Face- a community mail box. JAN. 26 if OPD is serious about taking care of book if my power was still not restored. Minor gambling: Officer was dispatched Burglary: Police took a report for a possible their customers. And none of them will As with the last outage, I will say again to a West Mesquite Boulevard casino for a mi- home burglary on Adobe Drive. require permission from BLM, Western – wrong idea. Many of us don’t use nor gambling. The minor was issued a citation Found Property: Officers responded to a Electricity Coordinating Council or the Facebook. Post a phone number via and released. Falcon Ridge Parkway business reference a Federal Energy Regulatory Commis- text or email for people to call and make Wanted person: Officers located a male found wallet. The wallet was booked into safe- sion as Cooper explained he needed to who was known to have a warrant. The male keeping at the Mesquite Detention Center. build a redundant, secondary power > See ELLESTAD, Page 7A

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BRADY DOES IT AGAIN The Kansas City Chiefs took a four-point lead in the fourth quarter of the AFC Championship Game, giving Brady just over two minutes left on the clock. The Patriots quickly stormed down the field with precision passing and strategic rushing to wind down the time. With only 39 seconds left, Brady put the ball in Rex Burkhead’s hand and took a lead of three. The Chiefs would tie it with a 39-yard field goal, sending the second championship game of the weekend into overtime. After winning the coin toss, the 41-year-old quarterback quickly led his team to a game-win- perspective, consider his performance in plays to propel his team. ning touchdown. Brady’s meticulous leadership 2015 — 1,176 yards and 11 touchdowns. during tense moments has earned him the tile of While his season was lackluster, his BILL BELICHICK number two QB in fourth-quarter comebacks, presence counted when it was needed The mastermind behind the New England only behind Peyton Manning. most during the AFC Championship Patriot’s continuous winning seasons will have game. Brady found him open on more a matchup with a young coach in Sean McVay. us ® ® IS GRONK BACK? Call Randy Laub REALTOR Karen Fielding REALTOR ABR, SRS than one play, leading to 79 yards. His It will be interesting to see how the o start Rob Gronkowski had a mediocre season at size and agility make him a serious prob- coach strategizes against a youthful Rams today t 702-540-2724 702-378-9964 best. He only received for 682 yards while scoring lem for contenders. If he is healthy on team that knows how to put up big num- ng! [email protected] [email protected] three touchdowns. To put this year’s statistics in Feb. 3, look for Gronk to make significant bers against their opponents. looki 6AA The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS 7AA Superstars of the Rams While every NFL team relies on their entire staff to pull their weight over the course of a successful season, not all players are made equally. The Los Angeles Rams were domi- nant this season thanks to superstars with special sets of skills on each side of the ball. The intense combination of a high-energy offense and efficient defense led the Rams to be the only team this season to sweep their division. In fact, this is the first time the team has accomplished this feat since 1999. The well-rounded team will be challenging to defeat. Here are a few of their key players to keep an eye on during the big game.

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us ® ® Call Randy Laub REALTOR Karen Fielding REALTOR ABR, SRS o start today t 702-540-2724 702-378-9964 looking! [email protected] [email protected] 8AA MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 Running Back he stage is set for Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta. After a historical night in which both conference championships went into overtime for the first time in NFL history, the Matchups Los Angeles Rams will face Toff against the New England Patriots. oth the Rams and Patriots have extensive weapons The Rams will be faced with unfamiliarity with a game of this when it comes to passing. Tom Brady and Jared Goff magnitude, while the Patriots will go into the game with experi- relied on an impressive stable of receivers to reach ence. With both teams featuring explosive offenses, it will be up to Super Bowl LIII. the defense to maintain the quarterbacks under center. BThe Patriots added depth to their stellar offense when Here’s a look at how the two competitors led their teams to Super choosing Sony Michel as the 31st overall pick in the 2018 NFL Bowl LXIII. Draft. The Rams also have a balanced running game thanks to Pro-Bowler Todd Gurley and the recent acquisition of C.J. BRADY DOES IT AGAIN Anderson. Tom Brady is no stranger to late-fourth quarter comebacks in big While the competing quarterback’s arms may get much of games. In the Conference Championship game, he found his team the glory, don’t count out the importance of the impressive trailing to the Kansas City Chiefs with just under two minutes left. stable of running backs. After strategically picking apart the defense with short comple- tions, the Patriots would ultimately score and lead the game 31-28. SONY MICHEL, JAMES WHITE, REX BURKHEAD Michel’s first season as a professional was limited after suf- fering a knee injury in training camp. In addition to missing the entire preseason, he wasn’t cleared for action until Week 2, when the Patriots were upset by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Two weeks later, the running back would become the first rookie RB for the patriots to top 100 yards on the ground. Then, during the regular season match-up against the Kan- sas City Chiefs, he would add two-rushing touchdowns to the high-scoring 43-40 victory. His role in the post-season was just as impressive as he would rush for 129 yards and score three touchdowns against the Los Angeles Chargers in the Divisional Playoff game. In the AFC Championship game, he was able to put up 113 yards and two touchdowns against Kansas City’s defense. He should have a good matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, who were ranked 23rd for their rushing defense.

GURLEY AND ANDERSON: A PACKAGE DEAL Todd Gurley had an impressive outing in the regular season, racking up over 1,200 yards. A nagging injury caused him to miss the last-two games of the year and seemed to limit him in the victory over the Saints in the NFC Confer- ence competition, where he only rushed for 10 yards on four attempts. In late December, the Rams acquired C.J. Anderson to pro- vide insurance while Gurley healed. In the Divisional Cham- pionship game, he achieved 123 yards and two touchdowns. His performance against the Saints was limited to 44 yards while never making it in the endzone. The Rams will be faced with creating a strategy to employ both running backs to keep up with Brady’s high-octane offense. 8AA The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS 9AA The Battle Under Center

he stage is set for Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta. After a historical night in which both conference championships went into overtime for the first time in NFL history, the Los Angeles Rams will face Toff against the New England Patriots. The Rams will be faced with unfamiliarity with a game of this magnitude, while the Patriots will go into the game with experi- ence. With both teams featuring explosive offenses, it will be up to the defense to maintain the quarterbacks under center. Here’s a look at how the two competitors led their teams to Super Bowl LXIII. BIG GAME BRADY DOES IT AGAIN Tom Brady is no stranger to late-fourth quarter comebacks in big PARTY! games. In the Conference Championship game, he found his team trailing to the Kansas City Chiefs with just under two minutes left. After strategically picking apart the defense with short comple- tions, the Patriots would ultimately score and lead the game 31-28. $2 $2.50 > See QBS, Page 11AA DOMESTIC IMPORTS 1/2 PRICE APPETIZERS BEER BUCKETS $8

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he Super Bowl coaching matchup will be the veteran vs. new blood. Sean McVay became the youngest coach in the modern NFL era in 2017 at the age of 30. Bill Beli- Tchick has already built an illustrious career includ- ing five Super Bowl wins and eight appearances. Will experience influence the outcome, or will the desire of a young coach trying to prove himself be the difference maker? Take a look at how each of these team leaders moved his way up the ranks and led his team to the big game.

SEAN MCVAY Only 10 years before McVay would take on his first NFL team, he played as a wide receiver at the Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He was award- ed the Miami’s Scholar-Athlete Award in 2007. His first role on a professional football team was as a wide-receiver coach with the Tampa Bay Buc- caneers in 2008. He would take on a different set of skills when he coached the tight ends of the Wash- ington Redskins from 2011 to 2013. In 2014, McVay took over as the Redskins’ offen- sive coordinator, under Jay Gruden. He quickly focused on turning a lackluster offense around and ranked third best in the league in passing by 2016. The Los Angeles Rams hired the coach to lead their team in 2017 after a miserable 4-12 season from his predecessor, Jeff Fisher. In his rookie season, the Rams won the NFC West and fin- ished 11-5, but ultimately lost 26-13 to the Atlanta Falcons. The 2018 season found the Rams dominating the league early by beginning the season at 8-0, before losing to the New Orleans Saints. He would eventu- ally lead the team to 13-3 and will be contending in the franchise’s fourth Super Bowl appearance.

BILL BELICHICK Belichick’s impressive coaching career began in 1975, when he landed a job with the Baltimore Colts. He would later become the head coach of the Cleveland Browns in the early 90’s before eventual- ly calling New England home since 2000. When accomplished quarterback Drew Bledsoe was injured in 2000, Belichick put his faith in a young Tom Brady. Under his coaching guidance, the team would win the Super Bowl in 2001. The QB-coach duo will be entering its ninth Su- per Bowl in February. 10AA The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS 11AA

Tom Brady finished the regu- Only This is a lar season with 4,355 yards and $294,000 must see home! QBs 29 touchdowns. continued from Page 9AA SUN CITY JARED GOFF’S FIRST SUPER BOWL LILAC HOME In an incredible turn of events, 1368 Beehive the Chiefs were able to tie the Goff gained the reigns of the game with a field goal in under Los Angeles Rams in 2016 and Sun City, Mesquite a minute. quickly led his team to a playoff MLS #1119654 Going into overtime, the run in 2017 before winning the 41-year-old quarterback re- conference championship this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, Sun City Lilac home with ceived the ball and steadily sent year. paver driveway and sidewalk to entry. Tile throughout his team downfield, eventually It will be interesting to see except for bedrooms and office. Stainless steel appli- scoring a game-winning touch- how the pressures of the big 2 BR, 2 BATH ances in kitchen with granite counter tops and large down with the efforts of his game and experience of the op- pantry. Separate dining area off the kitchen. Large fam- running back. posing quarterback will affect ily room and den. Master bathroom features marble countertops with dual vanities and walk in closet. 2 car Brady’s ability to find open his performance. finished garage. Washer and dryer included. receivers and his time-manage- In the NFC Conference game, ment skills make it impossible the Rams didn’t lead the Saints to count him out. until the game-winning field After two embarrassing loss- goal in overtime. es early in the season, critics However, Goff had an im- and fans had already begun pressive night under the lights dismissing the Patriots as Su- of national television with Wayne Laird per Bowl contenders. However, 297 yards and a passer rat- after a steady stream of impres- ing of 83.0. The quarterback sive wins, Brady and company and coach combination for 702-343-0395 clinched their 10th straight both teams should be widely AFC East division title and will acknowledged as each team find themselves on the grandest featured seasoned veterans or stage on Feb. 3. first-time contenders. ALL VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES ARE INVITED!

2017 NFL Offensive Player of Rams the Year. While a knee injury would continued from Page 9 stop him from participating in the final two games of the While he didn’t get the win regular season, he still man- SUNDAY during his debut, his role as aged over 1,200 yards and 17 starter was established. touchdowns. FEB. 3RD In 2017, Goff led the L.A. 3 PM Rams to a playoff run but fell AARON DONALD short to the Atlanta Falcons. Donald acquired the richest This year, he finished the defensive deal in NFL history regular season fourth over- when the Rams signed him to all with 4,688 passing yards a six-year contract extension, BBIIGG GGAAMMEE and an impressive 32 touch- amounting to $135 million. downs. He was a first-round draft pick in 2014 and, according to PPAARRTTYY TODD GURLEY ESPN, is a three-time All Pro, Gurley entered his profes- four-time Pro Bowl Selection DOOR PRIZES • FOOTBALL POOL sional football career with the and Defensive Rookie of the CHILI COOK-OFF Rams as the 10th overall pick Year. in the 2015 NFL Draft. He This year, his contribu- was awarded the Offensive tions to the Super Bowl path Call 702-346-2735 with Questions Rookie of the Year by the As- included 59 solo tackles and sociated Press, and later, the 20.5 sacks. VETERAN’S CENTER 840 HAFEN LANE, MESQUITE 12AA MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Jan. 31, 2019

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BOYS BASKETBALL FLAG FOOTBALL VV punishes Chap to start new streak By Bob Snell MLN

After having its seven-game winning streak snapped by Del Sol Academy, the Virgin Valley High flag football team bounced back by punishing Chaparral, 42-6, Friday night in Las Vegas. The win improves the Lady Bulldogs to 8-1 in 3A Southern League play and 12-2 overall. The Cowgirls dropped to 5-5 in league and 5-6 overall. Virgin Valley piled up 432 yards of offense – 329 on the ground and 103 through the air. Lou Martin The Lady Bulldogs wasted little time Virgin Valley’s Braden Bingham leaps to tip ball to teammate Daxon Toone in a recent win for the Bulldogs. in taking control of the contest. Julia Ramirez scored on a pair of one-yard runs, Nikita Eskelsen four yards for a touchdown and quarterback Ally Wright hooked up with Taylor Marshall on a 15- yard scoring pass as VVHS seized a 28-0 Bulldogs defeat Sky Pointe lead at halftime. By Lou Martin A nine-yard touchdown run by Ma- MLN record after four games. The Bulldogs Dawgs behind Bingham’s 9 points took a cee Bundy and a 15-yard scoring run by will travel for the next three league 23-20 advantage into the locker room. Wright extended the Lady Bulldog mar- The Virgin Valley High School Bull- games before returning on Feb. 8 to host Despite shooting woes, the intensity of gin to 42-0 after three quarters of play. dogs traveled to Las Vegas Friday eve- archrival Moapa Valley. the game increased as the teams had sev- Wright had a solid all-around game ning to face the Sky Points Eagles in a en lead changes, ending the third period completing 11-of-16 passes for 103 yards showdown for fourth place in the 3A BULLDOGS HOLD OFF MINERS with the Miners up 35-24. The fourth pe- including all six conversion attempts – Sunrise League. The Bulldog kept their composure riod featured several lead changes before four to Marshall and one each to Bundy The Dawgs came away with a hard Wednesday night, Jan. 23, rallying late Bulldog Toone hit a jumper giving the and Ramirez. Wright also rushed for 41 fought win led by 15 points by guard to defeat the Sunrise Mountain High Dawgs a 44-43 lead with 2:32 remaining yards on five carries. Daxon Toone. The Bulldogs trailed 13-10 School Miners 52-46 for their first 3A in the period. Miner point guard Moises Marshall caught six passes for 46 yards after one period of play but rallied with Sunrise League win of the season. The Garcia hit a long three ball putting his to lead all receivers. good defensive play to outscore the Ea- Dawgs were led by Braden Bingham team up 46-44. Ramirez led the VVHS ground at- gles 15-2 in the second quarter to lead 25- with 14 points followed by 10 points from Bulldog center Jeremy Perkins re- tack rushing for 111 yards on 18 carries. 15 at the break. Will Barnum. sponded pulling down a rebound and Shaylee Feltner added 62 yards on eight The Bulldogs offense continued to exert “It felt good to win our first one,” said scoring underneath tying the match. It carries while Eskelsen rushed for 57 pressure on the Eagles in the third peri- Bulldog coach Barnum.” The kids played was all Bulldogs the rest of the way as yards on seven carries. od putting up 19 points to the Eagles 10 well tonight especially our bench. Their point guard Koden Tietjen hit a jumper The Lady Bulldog defense turned in points increasing the Dawgs lead to 44-25. teamwork was enjoyable to watch.” followed by two free throws giving the another strong performance. Ramirez, Coach Will Barnum used the big lead Turnovers dominated the first peri- Dawgs a 50-46 advantage. Jared Mem- Lacey Jones and Nataly Serna came up to use his bench in the final period. Bra- od as neither team could not find their mott closed out the scoring with two free with one interception apiece while Macie den Bingham and Kris Leavitt had 10 rhythm. The score after one period throws to end the game. Bowler, Vanessa Sandoval, Sariah Sims points each to help the Bulldog cause. found the teams tied 7-7. The second pe- Guards Garcia and Daiquan Sykes led and Kiara Swanson had four flag pulls The win gives the Dawgs a 2-2 league riod showed a slight improvement as the their team with 20 points. each.

GIRLS BASKETBALL PRO BASKETBALL Lady Bulldogs drop game to visiting Miners Mesquite Desert By Lou Martin Dog Brandon MLN Mitchell finishes a slam dunk over The Virgin Valley High School girl a Jamestown basketball team fell 61-49 Wednesday, Jackal during Jan. 23, in the Dawg House to the visiting the Dogs 136-113 Sunrise Mountain High School Miners. win. Mitchell, a As has been the case in previous former San Jose games, the Bulldogs match up well with State player, most teams, but have not been able to put finished with 22 four quarters together. points. The Bulldogs came out strong behind forward Alexis Boatright’s nine points to lead 13-8 but ended the first period down, 15-13. The Miners increased their lead to Lou Martin 28-23 after one half of play. The Bulldogs cut the Miner’s lead to 27-28 before allowing a 20-4 run by the Miners who led 48- 31 after three periods Desert Dogs crush Firebirds, Jackals at home of play. By Lou Martin steps in adding another 18 points from the gap was met by defensive pressure The Lady Dogs attempted a rally be- MLN the point guard position. which resulted in steals and layups by the hind Areli Ponce to close the gap at 46-55 Criswell led all scorers with 22 points, Dogs. before the Miners regrouped to close the The Mesquite Desert Dogs enjoyed 10 rebounds followed by Mitchell with 21 Criswell had a monster night with 37 game out 61-49. home cooking this past week as they points and Muepo with 17 points and 10 points and 10 rebounds. Muepo added The Dawgs had a hard time contain- went 3-0 for the week moving their home rebounds. The final score does not show 24 points before fouling out in the fourth ing center Makala McCurdy and guard wins to 5-0. Their two losses were on the the complete dominance by the Dogs as period and Mitchell added 22 points. Pe- Aiyana Ramirez who had 22 points and road at Yakima. they led 117-83 early in the fourth period. terson kept the Jackals at bay with all his respectively. After defeating San Diego on Wednes- The Dogs followed up Saturday’s win 18 points in the fourth period. Leading the way for the Bulldogs were day, Jan. 23, the Dogs blew out the Ra- with a 136-113 defeat over the Jamestown “With a little more work, we can turn Boatright who finished with 18 points, leigh Firebirds, 128-117, and The James- Jackals. The Jackals led once 5-2 in the into a real good team,” said Criswell a Nathalie Lagamayo with 13 points fol- town (New York) Jackals, 138-113. game before the Desert Dogs intense de- former University of Nevada player.” lowed by Ponce with 12 points. The big three of Don Muepo, Brandon fensive pressure resulted in a 16-0 run When I get the space I can play well at Mitchell and Tyrone Criswell continued giving the Dogs an 18-5 advantage which this level. We do need more fans to show VV WINS VIA FORFEIT to impress early in the season. Crowd they would never relinquish. up though.” The Lady Bulldogs took a forfeit victo- pleaser Jonathon Lloyd proves there’s still The Dogs led 31-23 after one period and The Dogs took their 5-2 record against ry over Sky Pointe on Friday, Jan. 25. room for the small man in basketball. 63-46 after one half of play. Leading the the San Diego Wave on Wednesday, Virgin Valley hits the road for its next Lloyd had a triple double, 11 rebounds, way for the Dogs were Mitchell, Criswell Jan.30, at the VVHS gym before embark- three games: they played at Chaparral on 11 assists and 18 points over the Firebirds and Muepo with 16, 15, and 14 first half ing on a five-game road trip. Tuesday, and then will face Boulder City on Saturday evening. When Lloyd is points respectively. The Desert Dogs return to play at home on Feb 1 and Sunrise Mountain on Feb. 6. not on the court, reserve Jamal Peterson Every attempt by the Firebirds to close on Feb. 13. 2B MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 YOUR SEVEN-DAY FORECAST

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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY PET OF THE WEEK

Feb. 2, 1918: President Annie R Ed- interest in her friends and in commu- wards of the Stake Mutual was here nity happenings. She had lived in the SAMMIE on Tuesday in the interest of mutual Virgin Valley many years, coming with Sammie is a handsome long-haired, work. he has also done much to pro- her husband Dudley Leavitt, Sr. from black cat. He is about 2 1/2 years old. Sam- mote the Red Cross work while on the Southern Utah. During the early years mie is a gentle cat and gets along well with trip and carries fees and blanks for her husband was one of the men that other cats and well behaved children. He membership from Bunkerville to the spend a goodly share of his tome and has been neutered and is current on vac- County chapter in Las Vegas where ingenuity in keeping peace with the cines and micro chipped. He was turned she will visit her brother C.C. Ronnow. Indians and she shared with him the over to us because his family could no lon- Feb. 4, 1922: Mrs. Mary Leavitt of dangers of pioneer days. ger care for him. Mesquite died at the home of her son, Feb. 6, 1915: The infant son of Mr. If you are interested in any of our pets, Fran Leavitt, Thursday morning, Jan- and Mrs. Albert Hafen died Saturday please go to www.wecareforanimals.org uary 31st, at 4 o’clock. Mrs. Leavitt had night. Funeral services were held at where you can see all of our adoptable long since reached the allotted three the cemetery. pets and you can complete an adoption score and ten years and for some time Feb. 6, 1991, Littlefield: Mrs. Rob- application. For more information call us had not been in good health but age ert Reber has gone to Bunkerville to at 702-346-3326 (voicemail), call Karen at and ill health together with the fact visit with her parents, Mr and Mrs. 435-862-9574 or Linda at 702-376-1642. Next pet adoption is Feb. 9, 9 a.m. - noon at she was blind had not dimmed her Herbert Waite. 150 North YuccaSt., Suite 1. Questions? Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/wecareforanimalsmesquitenv. Please call us to schedule a visit with our pets at a mutually convenient time.

OTHER AVAILABLE PETS SENIOR CENTER MENU CATS— Lincoln: is a handsome Maine Coon, about 4 years old. He is an affection- ate and mellow cat. Lincoln has been around well behaved children and other cats Thursday, Jan. 31: Hamburger pat- crisp and does well with both. He is current on vaccines and neutered and will be micro ty, WW bun, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Tuesday, Feb. 5: Sweet & Sour chick- chipped right away. baked beans, fruit en, steamed brown rice, peas & carrots, Honey: is a very pretty 9 year old tabby. She is very gentle and would do best in a Friday, Feb. 1: Poppyseed chicken, spinach w/Catalina dressing quiet home as an only cat or with another very gentle cat. rice green beans, carrots, spiced apples Wednesday, Feb. 6: Mississippi mud DOGS—Bello: is a Lhasa Apso with perhaps some Maltese, about 20 months of Monday, Feb. 4: Pulled pork on WW roast, mashed potatoes, Italian vegeta- age and weighs 15 lbs. Bello is an active dog, very smart and needs daily walks. He bun, coleslaw, baked beans, corn, cherry bles, wedge salad, WW roll, pineapple does pretty well on leash and he rides well in a car. He can be reactive when meeting other dogs on leash. Bello is house trained. Bello will do best in a quiet home where his person is home most of the time.

HMS Pep Band waves its banner high

By Heather Anderson During a pep assembly on Jan. 16, the HMS school fight song was introduced “Here we go Hawks! Here we go” is a to the student body in preparation for familiar cheer at any Charles A. Hughes the second home game of the season. Middle School basketball game. But this The cheerleaders and drill team danced year it’s accompanied by a pep band. to a routine as the band played the tune HMS music assistant and cheerlead- “On Wisconsin.” ing coach Jamie Worthen pitched the Let’s go Hughes Hawks, let’s go Hughes idea to HMS Principal Maurice Perkins, Hawks, fight, fight, fight to score. BUY 3 GET 1 FREE! who thought it was a great idea. Let’s go Hughes Hawks, let’s go The Pep Band became an after-school Hughes Hawks, win again once more. On select in-stock sets of 4 Aspen Touring A/S, Mesa AP2 club that meets once a week under the su- Let’s go Hughes Hawks, let’s go brand tires. Installation charges extra; required on all four tires. pervision of HMS band instructor Conrad Hughes Hawks, wave your banner high. Up to 10% shop fee based on non-discounted regular retail Allen. The band is made up of 25-30 stu- Go Hawks, cheer, cheer, cheer, show price, not to exceed $35. Disposal fees, where permitted. dents from the intermediate and advanced your pride! See store for pricing. Eligibility may vary. bands, as well as a couple of beginners. The second time through the song, Not valid with other offers. At participating locations. After debuting at the first home game everyone was on their feet singing, clap- No cash value. Offer valid 1-14-2019 until 2-3-2019. on Jan. 10, Allen said the band received a ping and cheering. “really positive reaction from the crowd The HMS music department, which has and really added to the game.” been without a pep band for over 10 years, With familiar tunes like the “Impe- hopes to make the school fight song a per- rial March,” the theme from “Rocky” manent fixture at basketball games. LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEE • FINANCING AVAILABLE OAC and Queen’s “We Will Rock You,” Allen There are four home games remaining BigOTires.com Open Monday to Saturday : 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. hopes to get the crowd more involved. at the school – Jan. 30, Feb. 6, Feb. 13 and The students say its fun playing in the pep Feb. 22. Game times are at 4 and 5:15 p.m. 136 N. Sandhill Blvd., Mesquite • bigotires.com • 702-346-1188 band and members of the basketball teams with the exception of Feb. 13, which are are really appreciative of the added support. at 4:30 and 5:45 p.m. Mesquite Tile &Flooring 4 Walk-in 4 Hardwood Showers 4 Laminate 4 Backsplashes 4 Carpet 4 Floor Tile 4 Blinds

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GROUNDMAN POSITION WITH OVERTON POWER DISTRICT #5

Applicants for this position must have a high school diploma or GED. Must have a valid driver’s license, be a legal resident of the United States and live within Overton Powers service area or within 25 miles. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one is a requirement for full time employ- ment. Pre-employment drug screening and physical required. Previous experience in an electrical field and basic construction skills are preferred. Competitive wage and benefits available.

JOB DUTIES: Under the direction of the department supervisor, this position will be responsible for groundman duties which include but are not limited to shoveling, cleaning, liing in excess of 75 pounds with both hands, Mesquite push/pull in excess of 100 pounds with exertion & force, operate all forms of equipment, work 10 hour days including aer hours, weekends, and holidays, and any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Applications will be accepted until the close of business on February 1, 2019. Selection is based on qualifications and an oral interview. Employment application may be obtained online at www.opd5.com Tile &Flooring or at either of the District Offices and returned either by mail, email, or in person to one of the following addresses: 4 Walk-in 4 Hardwood OVERTON POWER DISTRICT #5 OVERTON POWER DISTRICT #5 Attn: Human Resource Department Attn: Human Resource Department Showers 4 Laminate 615 N. Moapa Valley Blvd. 731 E. Turtleback Rd. PO Box 395 Mesquite, NV 89027 4 Backsplashes 4 Overton, NV 89040 Carpet [email protected] 4 4 Floor Tile Blinds All applications are kept on file for one year and will be considered for future job opportunities. Questions can be addressed to Kelly Cronkleton at 702-397-3030.

Overton Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Call Now! 702-346-7225 Statements included in this job advertisement are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to the job. e statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. e employee may be 521 W. Mesquite Blvd. • Mesquite • mesquitetile.com required to perform other duties as assigned. License #39434 383345 39859 AZ-ROC 234923 4B MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 No shame in hope’s game

Biblical hope is the confident as- because the surance and anticipation knowing love of God for a certainty that no matter what, has been God will always keep His promise. poured out This assurance and anticipation in our hearts happens the closer a believer draws by the Holy near to God through the tribula- Spirit who tions of life, which was Paul’s point was given to when he said that tribulation pro- us” (Romans duces perseverance, which in turn 5:5). produces character bringing about We are the hope of God’s glory (Romans DENNIS LEE consciously 5:3-4). RELIGION aware of God’s Paul goes on to say that such hope love and pres- will never disappoint (Romans ence due to the Holy Spirit’s pres- 5:5a). ence within. The word, “disappoint,” means When we come to faith in Jesus never to make ashamed. And so Christ the Holy Spirit seals the deal, there is no shame in hope’s game, seals God’s love and our salvation. because it never disappoints, and a “In Him you also trusted, after believer can and will see their hope you heard the word of truth, the fulfilled. gospel of your salvation; in whom This was Paul’s take in his letter also, having believed, you were to the Philippian Church. sealed with the Holy Spirit of prom- He said, “I eagerly expect and hope ise” (Ephesians 1:13). that I will in no way be ashamed, And so there is no shame in hope’s but will have sufficient courage so game, because God has poured out that now as always Christ will be His love for us and has sealed it in exalted in my body, whether by life the Holy Spirit of promise. or by death” (Philippians 1:20). When hope is alive it lights up our Dennis Lee is the senior pastor of Living Waters hearts with the love of God through Fellowship located behind Ace Hardware at the Holy Spirit within every believ- 211 West 1st South, suites C-E. Their Sunday er. services are at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Everyone is “Now hope does not disappoint, invited and welcomed.

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Come in and Explore! Sunday School All Ages 9:30 a.m. Pastor Daniel Rhodes Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Ever wonder what life A Southern Baptist Fellowship Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m. is all about? God has spoken about that, 702-346-2698 | WWW.CCCMESQUITE.ORG | 233 NORTH SANDHILL BLVD., MESQUITE e! and we’re a community lcom of people exploring what We God has said about His Valley Presbyterian Church purpose for us. Known for Love and Friendship, a Voice of Hope and Help Sustained by Faith and Worship Service Times Walking with God to Serve Our Community Sunday Morning 10 a.m. Sunday Evening 6 p.m. 211 West First South, Suite C-E Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Located behind Ace Hardware Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 p.m. 702-346-8558 | www.mesquitelivingwaters.com Children & Youth Ministry Available 350 Falcon Ridge Pkwy, Suite 702 | vpcmesquite.org | 702-346-5683

Mesquite Lutheran Church 450 Turtleback Rd. • 702-346-5811 • MesquiteLutheran.org Everyone Welcome! Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. SHARING, CARING CONNECTING. Pastor David Constien Bible Study 8:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 AM An LCMS Congregation. Learn more at www.lcms.org/belief-and-practice Mid-Week Worship WEDNESDAY 5:30 PM Mesquite Lutheran Potluck & Casual PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE Lord’s Supper First Sunday of the Month All Children are Welcome Ages 6 weeks to 5-years-old Monday through Friday Mesquite United Methodist Church 702-346-3954 Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Rev. Dr James Lubach Senior Pastor Rev. Jimmy Nelson Associate Pastor Licensed by the State of Nevada. Voucher Assistance Available. [email protected] 420 W. Pioneer Blvd. | Mesquite | 702-346-4663 | mumc.mesquite.org

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Worship Service Sunday 10:15 a.m. The Lord’s Supper is celebrated the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday of each month Bible Study Tuesday 4:00 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST Women of Life Thursday 1:00 p.m. CHURCH Bible Study Thursday 3:00 p.m. Pastor Bill J. Stevenson

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. SUNDAY SERVICES Worship 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Bible Study for All Ages 9:30 a.m. 350 Falcon Ridge Pkwy, Bldg 600 Special Programs for Children 10:45 a.m. (Behind Stage Store in Falcon Mesa Business Park) Sweet Hour of Prayer Wed. 6:00 p.m. 702-345-2160 | PrinceOfPeaceLutheranChurchMesquite.com 700 Hardy Way, Mesquite • 702-346-7061 • fbcmesquite.com The Week of Jan. 31, 2019 MESQUITE LOCAL NEWS 5B CLASSIFIED

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