Good morning, Mesquite.

Holiday Inn Resort Mesquite is revamping into a community hub with family fun amenities and event spaces.

Renovations finish by end of 2026 (waterslide work will wrap up in January 2027), adding 30-50 jobs and inviting locals to dine at Purple Sage and enjoy relaxed event areas.

Mesquite’s new guide highlights 60 miles of trails in town and offers details for day trips to nearby outdoor spots including Virgin River Gorge, Gold Butte, Valley of Fire, and Snow Canyon.

It provides seasonal tips, heat safety advice, and vehicle recommendations — all to help locals enjoy outdoor activities.

Grant Bowler Elementary will host its fifth annual fall festival on Wednesday, Oct.

21 from 5 to 7 p.m.—the event offers carnival games, a haunted house, food vendors, a costume parade, and a student performance of Thriller at 6:45 p.m.; wristbands cost $5 and are sold at the school and outside the playground.

Buyers aged 62+ can use the HECM for Purchase program to buy a Mesquite home with no monthly payment if they finish required HUD counseling; however, they must provide a down payment and cover ongoing costs like taxes and insurance per August 2026 guidelines.

Local experts advise Mesquite homeowners to check for hidden maintenance issues such as foundation cracks + roof damage + plumbing leaks to protect property values; a yearly maintenance checklist, especially for retirees, may help avoid costly repairs.

At the Virgin River Bowling Center, Dennis Craft from St. George nearly achieved a perfect 300 game in league play last week, finishing with a career-high 299 and boosting his season average to 210.