Henderson’s annual Bark in the Park event returns for 2021, but this year will be a little different. Instead of taking place at just one location on one day, Bark in the Park “Paw-pups” will pop up at a variety of Henderson dog parks every weekend in March. All Paw-pup events are free and scheduled for 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. on these days and at the dog parks in these … [Read more...] about Henderson Schedules Bark in the Park “Paw-pup” Events
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RTC Receives Nearly $61M in COVID-19 Relief Fund
Funding part of federal support dedicated to the transit industry The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) received nearly $61 million in federal aid from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) in response to the economic impact of COVID-19 on its public transportation system. Funded by state … [Read more...] about RTC Receives Nearly $61M in COVID-19 Relief Fund
Henderson Scores 94 out of 100 Possible Points in 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index
The City of Henderson has been recognized by the Human RightsCampaign (HRC) in the 2020 Municipal Equality Index (MEI). Conducted annually, the MEI isused to measure how inclusive a city’s laws, policies, and services are for the LGBTQcommunity. This year the City of Henderson’s MEI score rose to 94, ranking Henderson amongthe highest-scoring cities in the state of Nevada … [Read more...] about Henderson Scores 94 out of 100 Possible Points in 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index
Henderson to Honor Those Who Have Served at Virtual Veterans Day Ceremony
The City of Henderson will again observe Veterans Day, but this year the ceremony will be virtual. U.S. Congresswoman Susie Lee will join Mayor Debra March and members of City Council to honor those who have defended our nation. Henderson residents are invited to “attend” this virtual ceremony by visiting cityofhenderson.com all day beginning Wednesday, Nov. … [Read more...] about Henderson to Honor Those Who Have Served at Virtual Veterans Day Ceremony
Nominations Are Open for City of Henderson’s Mayor’s Honor Roll
The City of Henderson is proud to again recognize special achievements, exemplary service and outstanding contributions to the education process through Mayor Debra March’s Mayor’s Honor Roll. The City is accepting nominations now through March 31, 2021 of students, teachers, administrators, support staff, and parents of students who meet the standards for the award. “We are … [Read more...] about Nominations Are Open for City of Henderson’s Mayor’s Honor Roll
Looking Back and Leading Southern Nevada Forward: Henderson Chamber of Commerce Kicks off 75th Anniversary Celebration with Virtual State of the Chamber Address on October 22
Before the City of Henderson, NV was incorporated in 1953, there was the Henderson Chamber of Commerce (HCC). Established in 1945, this year marks the 75th anniversary of the HCC and its mission to drive economic growth and support local businesses in Southern Nevada. To commemorate this historic milestone, the HCC will kick off the celebration during its … [Read more...] about Looking Back and Leading Southern Nevada Forward: Henderson Chamber of Commerce Kicks off 75th Anniversary Celebration with Virtual State of the Chamber Address on October 22