Through organizing their union, workers were empowered to lead the fight for the increases, which will help solve the workforce shortage crisis so the rapidly-aging population and people with disabilities get the services they urgently need Minimum wage will be life-changing for the state’s 13,000 home care workers, whose pay has been stagnant at around $11 an hour for over … [Read more...] about Nevada Home Care Workers Win Historic $16 Minimum Wage and Major Funding Increase to Ensure Quality Care
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Healthcare and Public Service Workers of SEIU Local 1107 Celebrate Nevada Senate Approval of Juneteenth as a State Holiday
SEIU 1107 members helped lead the fight for the Juneteenth holiday, which is critical for acknowledging the injustices faced by Black Americans and creating dialogue about policy solutions moving forward The following statement is from Grace Vergara-Mactal, Executive Director, and Michelle Maese, President, of SEIU Local 1107: “For months now, the healthcare and public … [Read more...] about Healthcare and Public Service Workers of SEIU Local 1107 Celebrate Nevada Senate Approval of Juneteenth as a State Holiday
TODAY: Nurses and Healthcare Workers From HCA’s Sunrise, Mountain View and Southern Hills Hospitals to Hold “Speak Out for Safe Staffing and Quality Care”
Frontline workers will tell their personal stories about the spiraling crisis of dangerous understaffing, turnover and burnout Union contract covering 4,700 workers is set to expire at midnight that day, and workers say they are fired up to dramatically increase their actions if an agreement is not reached WHO: Nurses, healthcare workers, elected officials and community … [Read more...] about TODAY: Nurses and Healthcare Workers From HCA’s Sunrise, Mountain View and Southern Hills Hospitals to Hold “Speak Out for Safe Staffing and Quality Care”
RTC Urges Commuters to Plan Ahead for Heavy Traffic on Memorial Day Weekend
RTC buses to follow Sunday schedule on Monday, May 29 The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) urges commuters to plan ahead for heavy traffic and delays throughout the coming Memorial Day weekend. Additionally, transit riders should note RTC buses will operate on a Sunday schedule on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29. Travelers are advised to beware … [Read more...] about RTC Urges Commuters to Plan Ahead for Heavy Traffic on Memorial Day Weekend
Lights FC & RTC Announce “Ride RTC to the Match, Get in Half Price!” Promotion for 2023 Season
The Las Vegas Lights FC professional soccer and the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) are partnering up to provide discounted match tickets to transit riders during the 2023 season. All residents who ride transit to Cashman Field for Lights FC matches will receive a half-price match ticket. Riders simply have to show their bus pass from that day … [Read more...] about Lights FC & RTC Announce “Ride RTC to the Match, Get in Half Price!” Promotion for 2023 Season
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Recruitment Portal Goes Live As Luxury Destination Ramps Up Hiring Efforts Ahead Of December 2023 Opening
Applicants are invited to join the pinnacle of luxury hospitality as MEMBERS of Fontainebleau Las Vegas A legacy of luxury is coming to the Las Vegas Strip. As anticipation builds ahead of its global debut in December 2023, Fontainebleau Las Vegas launched its online recruitment portal, careers.fblasvegas.com, on Tuesday, May 2. The launch of the site represents another … [Read more...] about Fontainebleau Las Vegas Recruitment Portal Goes Live As Luxury Destination Ramps Up Hiring Efforts Ahead Of December 2023 Opening
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Water Street Plaza with Food, Music and Drinks
Cinco de Mayo is open to all ages and features performances by GRAMMY-nominated artists Come party on Water Street Plaza during the City of Henderson’s Cinco de Mayo Celebration featuring live music, drinks and food on Friday, May 5! The Cinco de Mayo fiesta kicks off with the Las Vegas High School Mariachi Band and features performances by the following highly acclaimed … [Read more...] about Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Water Street Plaza with Food, Music and Drinks
City of Henderson Celebrates Its More than 2,000 Volunteers during National Volunteer Week
Henderson volunteers logged over 66,000 hours across various City departments and events The City of Henderson is celebrating its more than 2,200 volunteers during National Volunteer Week from April 16 through April 22. Through the City’s Volunteer Connection program, residents can give back to their community by giving their time and experience to support various City … [Read more...] about City of Henderson Celebrates Its More than 2,000 Volunteers during National Volunteer Week
Hollie Chadwick Named as New Henderson Police Chief
Deputy Chief Chadwick is a 21-year veteran of the City’s police department Henderson City Manager Richard Derrick announced today Deputy Chief Hollie Chadwick was selected to serve as the new Police Chief of the Henderson Police Department. Chadwick will take the Oath of Office on Tuesday, May 2. “This is an exciting moment for our City and police department,” said … [Read more...] about Hollie Chadwick Named as New Henderson Police Chief
Hope Means Nevada, Anthem Host #Ask5 to Smash Stress Social Media Campaign During Stress Awareness Month
The Four-Week Campaign from April 2 – 29 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Will Focus on Reaching Teens to Improve Mental Health Outcomes Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the community-based nonprofit focused on eliminating youth suicide across Nevada, has announced the third annual launch of its #Ask5 to Smash Stress social media campaign. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, a … [Read more...] about Hope Means Nevada, Anthem Host #Ask5 to Smash Stress Social Media Campaign During Stress Awareness Month