Good morning, Mesquite.

On Saturday, Oct. 10, MORF hosted a meeting at Mesquite Community Theatre to explain that the $34,174 Rural Marketing Grant and the $563,685 3D-Long Term Tourism Grant were awarded (for a new website, outdoor recreation and visitor center upgrades) to boost tourism.

The 26th annual Moapa Valley Car Show took place Saturday, Oct.

10 at the local fairgrounds (despite unpredictable weather) and brought together car enthusiasts with classic and custom vehicles, vendor booths, raffles and live music. Organizers say next year’s show will be bigger and better.

Mesquite resident Captain Smith’s documentary (The Sonic Warrior: Chronicles of a Top Gun Pioneer) recently won the Best Film Award at the Los Angeles Film and Documentary Awards, celebrating his historic aviation career and local creative talent.

Kate Reber taught agricultural basics from Sept.

8-10 in White Pine County classrooms, sharing floral design and lessons on pollinators. Based in Mesquite, her business Pat’s Front Porch Flowers and Gifts joined the Nevada Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom program to engage 163 students with hands-on agriculture.

Buyers in Sun City Mesquite should review the 55+ occupancy rules, HOA dues and resale package details before making an offer on new or resale homes near the Conestoga Golf Club - updated guidelines cover lease terms and fee differences.

Mesquite home buyers with limited savings can use Home Is Possible programs offering up to 5% assistance for down payments and closing costs, subject to income and credit limits.

Buyers must complete homebuyer education and work with approved lenders (details vary) before making an offer.

On Oct. 5, Virgin Valley High School boys soccer team avenged an earlier loss by winning 4-2 over the Trojans at home.

The Bulldogs improved their record and are set for Senior Night against Cristo Rey St. Viator today at 5:45 p.m.

Youth football kicked off on Oct.

3 in the valleys as Moapa Valley welcomed new president Melissa Gilleo, who takes over after Shane Hickman resigned to focus on high school coaching – Mesquite youth football remains active under Sherry Crandall.

Virgin Valley High School boys tennis team clinched its first berth in the Class 3A State Tennis Tournament with a 10-9 tiebreaker win over Moapa Valley on Oct.

7 + they will face Truckee in the state semifinals at Carson High School on Oct. 22 at 10:20 a.m.