A surge in the construction of grand temples by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is facing opposition in various parts of the United States, including Las Vegas, a city not typically associated with restraint.
In a rural foothills neighborhood near Las Vegas, residents are expressing concerns over the size and lighting of a temple approved by the city, fearing it will alter the dark-sky environment they cherish. Some residents feel disregarded by church and city officials who swiftly greenlit the project, prompting discontent among homeowners.
