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Local News for Mesquite, Texas
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Free CDBG COVID-19 programs and activities for Mesquite residents
Qualified Mesquite residents have access to a variety of recovery programs, like mental health counseling, utility and housing assistance and much more through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Read the article on cityofmesquite.com READ MORE.
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Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas hosts MLK Celebration Virtual Job Fair
Looking for a job? Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas and the City of Dallas are holding a MLK Celebration Virtual Job Fair on Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Multiple employers will take part in the event and there are over 4,600 jobs available. Read the article on cityofmesquite.com READ MORE.
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Workforce Solutions Virtual MLK Celebration Job Fair
Event date: January 20, 2021 Event Time: 10:00 AM – 02:00 PMLocation: Mesquite, TX 75149Description: Looking for a job? Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas and the City of Dallas are holding a MLK Celebration Virtual Job Fair on Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Multiple employers will take part in the event and there READ MORE.
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North Mesquite High Esports team finds success
The North Mesquite High School Stallion Esports team recently competed in the national EGF (Electronic Gaming Foundation) and ranked in the top three of its division. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.
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Mesquite council receives quarterly update
During a recent meeting, the Mesquite City Council received its quarterly activity report from the Economic Development Department. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.
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2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Virtual Celebration
The city of Mesquite partnered with the Mesquite NAACP to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a virtual celebration. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.01/13/2021
Mayor Bruce Archer tests positive for COVID-19
It was recently announced that Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer has tested positive for COVID-19 and is in self-quarantine. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.
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Mesquite Conventions and Visitors Bureau presents Tourism Award
The Mesquite Conventions and Visitors Bureau recently awarded Budget Inn located in Mesquite was awarded the 2020 Tourism award. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.
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Two men arrested after high-speed chase that began in Mesquite
On Jan. 4 around 2:09 p.m., officers from the Mesquite Police Department were dispatched to a business located in the 18000 Block of I-635 to investigate a theft in progress call. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.01/13/2021
Mesquite’s first baby of 2021
The Dallas Regional Medical Center (DRMC) celebrated the first baby born in Mesquite for the year 2021. Her name is Jeanine A’layah Nicole Ceaser Barnett. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.01/13/2021
Voice to the homeless community
Mesquite resident David Allen has advocated for people who have shared his experience in mental illness, homelessness and disability. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.
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Mesquite NAACP in 2020: Recalling progress made
The Mesquite NAACP and city of Mesquite invited people from the community to speak on Martin Luther King Jr. Day through a virtual event. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.
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635 East project updates
The 635 East Project construction has continued with several lane closures that may affect Mesquite drivers through Sunday. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.01/13/2021
Mesquite regulates sales of smoking paraphernalia
Beginning March 1, the city of Mesquite will enforce and prohibit smoking paraphernalia to only be sold in commercial or industrial areas in the city. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.01/13/2021
Mesquite PD updates New Year’s holiday citations
The Mesquite Police Department and the Mesquite Fire Department conducted a special deployment to help combat the unlawful use of fireworks and the discharge of firearms within the city of Mesquite on Dec. 31. Read the rest of the article on starlocalmedia.com READ MORE.01/13/2021
Mesquite regulates sales of smoking paraphernalia often used for illegal substances
Beginning March 1, 2021, smoking paraphernalia commonly used for consuming illegal substances may be sold only in stores located within commercial or industrial areas in Mesquite through conditional use permits approved by the City Council. Read the article on cityofmesquite.com READ MORE.
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Mesquite Police Department gives updates on New Year’s Holiday citations
On December 31st, 2020, the Mesquite Police Department and the Mesquite Fire Department conducted a special deployment to help combat the unlawful use of fireworks and the discharge of firearms within the City of Mesquite. Read the article on cityofmesquite.com READ MORE.
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City employee, female official Crystal Cooksey makes Texas high school football history
City of Mesquite Parks and Recreation employee, Crystal Cooksey, became the first female in Texas to officiate a Texas High School State Championship football game when she officiated the 1A-Division II State Championship Game January 5th in San Angelo. Read the article on cityofmesquite.com READ MORE.01/13/2021