Thanks to a recent second grant from the Engelstad Foundation, Las Vegas-based nonprofit Green Our Planet expands its work to bring outdoor gardens and hydroponics laboratories to hundreds more communities across Nevada and beyond. By the end of 2024, the organization will be working with over 1,200 schools, libraries and food pantries in all 50 states. Erin McGarry, Chief … [Read more...] about Green Our Planet Brings Gardens and Hydroponics to 1,200 Communities Nationwide, Thanks to the Engelstad Foundation
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NFL and Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee Announce Official Super Bowl LVIII Events & Initiatives (w/ VIDEO)
Today, the NFL and the Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee held a press conference to announce the extensive roster of official events and activations for Super Bowl LVIII. Peter O’Reilly, NFL Executive Vice President, Club Business, Major Events, and International, Sam Joffray, President & CEO of the Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host … [Read more...] about NFL and Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee Announce Official Super Bowl LVIII Events & Initiatives (w/ VIDEO)
Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade Returns July 4th
29th Annual Event to Feature 70 Entries Including Floats, Performing Groups, Military and Veterans Groups, Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Aviators and more The entire Las Vegas valley is invited to celebrate Independence Day at the 29th Annual Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade, Southern Nevada’s largest and most colorful Fourth of July parade. American spirit will be … [Read more...] about Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade Returns July 4th
Boys Town Nevada Hosts Career Fair June 7 & June 8
Hiring bonus of $1,500-$5,000 and a generous benefits package. Boys Town Nevada announces that they are hiring for several positions and want the local community to learn more through a career fair. The event will be held, on Wednesday, June 7 th from 1pm - 5pm and Thursday, June 8 th from 10am – 3pm at Boys Town Nevada Office, 821 N Mojave Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89101. … [Read more...] about Boys Town Nevada Hosts Career Fair June 7 & June 8
Hundreds of Local Jobs Are up for Grabs at Las Vegas Job Fair at Palms Casino Resort May 18
Jobertising.com has partnered with some of Las Vegas' best companies to bring you the Las Vegas Job Fair at The Palms Casino Resort (located at 4321 West Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89103). The job fair is happening this Thursday, May 18, 2023, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Hundreds of local jobs will be up for grabs. Make sure to bring plenty of resumes and dress ready to … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Local Jobs Are up for Grabs at Las Vegas Job Fair at Palms Casino Resort May 18
Elementary Students to Sell School-Grown Produce at Henderson Farmers Market, May 11
Students to operate farmers market booths to support school’s hydroponic gardens created through the Home-Grown Henderson program Students from Robert Taylor, Fay Galloway, J. Marlan Walker and McCaw STEAM Academy elementary schools will sell vegetables grown from their hydroponic gardens during the City of Henderson Farmers Market on Thursday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. … [Read more...] about Elementary Students to Sell School-Grown Produce at Henderson Farmers Market, May 11
The Need for Non-Traditional Education in Nevada Keeps Growing
While the narrative is that some kids "fail" at school, the reality is that the traditional classroom can fail struggling students. This is the conclusion that many parents, students, and educators in Nevada are reaching after witnessing the struggles taking place in classrooms around the state. The rigidity of the standard classroom makes learning difficult for some … [Read more...] about The Need for Non-Traditional Education in Nevada Keeps Growing
Enchanted Forest Youth Prom Gives LGBTQ Students a Chance to Have a Night to Remember
For most high school students, prom night is a milestone, something to look back on and remember fondly. But for those teens who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, prom night can be a huge source of anxiety. While their classmates are busy lining up the perfect outfit and date, queer students often have to worry about whether they will be harassed at the … [Read more...] about Enchanted Forest Youth Prom Gives LGBTQ Students a Chance to Have a Night to Remember
City of North Las Vegas Hosts 2023 State of the City Address
27th annual State of the City highlights historic firsts, unprecedented momentum in economic growth and quality-of-life initiatives City of North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown delivered the 2023 State of the City address on March 23 at Aliante Resort, showcasing some of the city's historic firsts, its unprecedented momentum in economic development and initiatives … [Read more...] about City of North Las Vegas Hosts 2023 State of the City Address
Las Vegas Businesses Team Up to Tackle Hunger During National Volunteer Month
Larry Flynt’s Hustler Club, Cat’s Meow and Dick’s Last Resort To Benefit Serving Our Kids Foundation Local Las Vegas businesses are teaming up during National Volunteer Month to collect non-perishable food items to benefit Serving Our Kids Foundation. During the month of April, Larry Flynt’s Hustler Club, Cat’s Meow and Dick’s Last Resort will be collecting items … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Businesses Team Up to Tackle Hunger During National Volunteer Month