Mesquite Gaming representative Christian Adderson, right, announced the Sponsor’s Choice recipient in the April Artists and Poets art exhibit at the Mesquite Fine Arts Gallery at the monthly reception, Thursday, April 28, of the Virgin Valley Artists Association (VVAA). Sandra Anderson, center, won for her art piece title “A Touch of Fall” while Shirley Riley won for her poem “A Touch of His Hand.” Katherine Cole, left, President of VVAA, left, led the awards ceremony. The People’s Choice award went to Lance Barr for his art piece “I am Woman” and Karen Grohs for her poem “In Declaration.” Photo by Barbara Ellestad.
