Over 200 active firefighters, police, EMT and military personnel came together this morning to honor those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, with a climb up 1,455 steps to the top of The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod’s 1,149-foot tower. Climbing in full gear, each participant wore a lanyard with a photo of a fallen firefighter to represent the … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Firefighters Climb 1,455 Steps at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod to Honor Those Lost on 9/11 (w/Video)
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Hearts Alive Village Horse Rescue and Sanctuary Breaks Ground on a Life-Saving Barn
Hearts Alive Village will conduct a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, September 13, 2022. The ceremony will be held on the property from 10am-12pm. The nonprofit’s new barn will be instrumental in saving the lives of vulnerable horses in Las Vegas and surrounding areas. The new 8400 sq ft structure will feature 10 spacious, indoor/outdoor stalls, custom stocks for medical … [Read more...] about Hearts Alive Village Horse Rescue and Sanctuary Breaks Ground on a Life-Saving Barn
Firefighter Training Recruitment for the Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Department Opens Sept. 6
Recruitment Period Ends Oct. 4, 2022 The Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Department is looking for individuals who want a career in fire and emergency medical services. Firefighter trainee recruitment will be open from Sept. 6 to Oct. 4, 2022, and candidates may apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lasvegas. Recruitment is generally for entry-level … [Read more...] about Firefighter Training Recruitment for the Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Department Opens Sept. 6
Winning Dream Home Cardboard Box Creations and their Youth Creators Recognized by Move 4 Less (w/ Video)
Houses incorporating a roller coaster, rooftop pool and Lego furniture; a rainbow theme and areas for favorite sports; a place to raise animals; a beach theme with seashell decor and a wrap-around porch and picket fence; a combination home and animal rescue van; and a water slide from the roof, porch, balconies, garden window boxes and more. These are the winning … [Read more...] about Winning Dream Home Cardboard Box Creations and their Youth Creators Recognized by Move 4 Less (w/ Video)
The Center’s Back-to-School Bounty Fair Supplied 1000 Students with Backpacks and Essentials Today
Lines of people wrapped around the block Saturday, July 16, 2022, at The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada's annual Back to School Bounty Fair. It was a pirate theme where the kids received a treasure map that started at the Port of Joy (named after The Center's rescue dog) and led to various spots to pick up a backpack and all the supplies needed for school. The staff, … [Read more...] about The Center’s Back-to-School Bounty Fair Supplied 1000 Students with Backpacks and Essentials Today