Having the right school supplies can make a big difference for kids as they pursue their education. Research shows that children with the appropriate school supplies can improve grades, creativity, attitude towards learning, behavior, and self-image – increasing their chances for success at school. Students in Clark County are in need of school supplies for the upcoming … [Read more...] about Skye Canyon Hosts Operation School Bell Supply Drive – July 11-18
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Local Author and Veteran Physical Therapist, Deborah S. Howell, Advocates for the Health and Well-Being of Healthcare Professionals
Supports Public Health Promotion with the launch of Heart First Medicine Academy Local Vegas Physical Therapist, Deborah S. Howell, specializes in rehabilitative therapy and helping people to heal and transform their lives, and launches Heart First Medicine Academy. Encompassing more than 27 years of clinical expertise, Howell’s professional qualifications include: Chronic … [Read more...] about Local Author and Veteran Physical Therapist, Deborah S. Howell, Advocates for the Health and Well-Being of Healthcare Professionals
Searchlight Town Advisory Board Gives Unanimous Approval to Support Proposed Avi Kwa Ame National Monument
Two gateway communities vote in favor of resolutions supporting land designation to conserve the and invigorate local economies. On June 9, with Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft in attendance, the Searchlight Town Advisory Board voted unanimously to provide a letter of support for the proposed Avi Kwa Ame National Monument. Searchlight joins Boulder City's town … [Read more...] about Searchlight Town Advisory Board Gives Unanimous Approval to Support Proposed Avi Kwa Ame National Monument
Suit up for St. Jude Exceeds Expectations, Raising $51,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Las Vegas community and business leaders celebrate month-long virtual fundraising campaign; Celebrates with Suit Up for St. Jude Clothing Event at Stitched at Tivoli Village on May 15 Throughout the month of March, the Las Vegas community and business leaders joined together in the battle against childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases by participating in … [Read more...] about Suit up for St. Jude Exceeds Expectations, Raising $51,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Nevada CASA Association, Prevent Child Abuse Nevada Seek to Raise Community Awareness, Provide Resources The Nevada Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Association and Prevent Child Abuse Nevada, part of UNLV’s Nevada Institute for Children’s Research and Policy, have partnered on a messaging campaign in recognition of April’s National Child Abuse … [Read more...] about April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month
City Of Las Vegas Department Of Public Safety Pledges To Advance Women In Law Enforcement
National 30x30 Pledge Aims To Bring More Women Into Law Enforcement To Improve Public Safety, Community Outcome And Trust The city of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety has signed on to the 30x30 Pledge – a series of low- and no-cost actions law enforcement agencies can take to improve the representation and experiences of women in law enforcement. The activities help … [Read more...] about City Of Las Vegas Department Of Public Safety Pledges To Advance Women In Law Enforcement
Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation Expands Education Services with Learning Pod for Critically Ill Children
Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation supports success in education for critically ill children, their siblings, as well as for children whose parents are diagnosed with cancer. In 2008, after much research, Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation (NVCCF) created the first education program for children diagnosed with cancer and other life- threatening illnesses in … [Read more...] about Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation Expands Education Services with Learning Pod for Critically Ill Children
The Center to Participate in National LGBT Health Awareness Week
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada will participate in the annual National LGBT Health Awareness Week by hosting a healthcare organization in its lobby starting on March 22, 2021. Sponsored by the National Coalition for LGBT Health, the event brings awareness to discrimination and health disparities that affect individuals of every sexual orientation, gender, gender … [Read more...] about The Center to Participate in National LGBT Health Awareness Week
Suit up and Help End Childhood Cancer with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Community and business leaders will join together throughout the month of March for virtual fundraising campaign. This March, Las Vegas community and business leaders will join together in the battle against childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases by participating in STITCHED presents: Suit Up for St. Jude. Each participant commits to raising $2,500 for … [Read more...] about Suit up and Help End Childhood Cancer with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Lee Canyon’s Fifth Annual Feel Good Fridays Fundraiser for the High Fives Foundation Returns March, 5, 2021
Every Friday in March, help support Las Vegas native Shelby Estocado, a T-6 paraplegic andHigh Fives athlete who has her eye on the U.S. Paralympic team. Lee Canyon’s fifth annual Feel Good Fridays fundraiser series kicks-off Friday, March 5, 2021. Every Friday in March, daily lift tickets are $25. Lee Canyon donates $5 of every sale to the High Fives … [Read more...] about Lee Canyon’s Fifth Annual Feel Good Fridays Fundraiser for the High Fives Foundation Returns March, 5, 2021