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Henderson’s plan for concrete channel in wash faces opposition
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Over thousands of years, water flowing from the Black Mountains created a wash that weaves between housing developments in the heart of Henderson. That same water has caused serious erosion.
Henderson's Heritage Park goes to the dogs
Thursday, June 30, 2011
When Henderson residents were asked what they wanted in the new 160-acre Heritage Park, many wanted a single item — a dog park. Places for dogs to run free and play with new friends have sprouted across the Las Vegas Valley, which now has more than two dozen dog parks.
Eight popular places to unleash the hounds around Las Vegas
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Dog parks are becoming a more common sight around the Las Vegas Valley as pet owners seek places to unleash their dogs and socialize with other animal lovers.
Wine tasting at Presidio will benefit Henderson Libraries
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Henderson residents wanting to support their local libraries will have the opportunity to do so Thursday night while enjoying wines from around the world.
1,000 line up at Plaza Hotel job fair
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
With the confidence of years as a hotel general manager, Mark Davis put on a dark suit and a blue tie Monday to apply for a job at the Plaza Hotel — not to run the place, but for a front-desk job.
Man stabbed while walking home near Strip
Saturday, June 25, 2011
A man walking home near the Strip was stabbed during a robbery attempt at about 11 p.m. Friday, Metro Police said.
Man wounded in shooting outside convenience store
Friday, June 24, 2011
A man was in serious condition Friday night after being shot outside a convenience store in northwest Las Vegas, Metro Police said. The shooting occurred about 10:15 p.m. outside a 7-Eleven store at 870 N. Rainbow Blvd.
'So far, so good' at Electric Daisy Carnival, Metro Police say
Friday, June 24, 2011
The lights are on, the music is playing and so far everything is running smoothly at the Electric Daisy Carnvial, Metro Police said. “So far, so good,” said Capt. Dave O’Leary. “It’s been very mild. Folks have been behaving themselves.”
Afternoon fire destroys Henderson mobile home
Friday, June 24, 2011
A fire at the Villa Hermosa trailer park in Henderson destroyed a mobile home Friday afternoon, causing $10,000 damage, fire officials said.
The Henderson Fire Department responded to the blaze near Boulder Highway and Equestian Drive about 3:30 p.m.
300th Army Band caps off Henderson concert series
Friday, June 24, 2011
The California-based 300th Army Band will cap off Henderson’s ArtBeat spring concert series tonight with a musical performance featuring classical, patriotic and contemporary songs.
Just how big is this Electric Daisy Carnival? Pretty dang big
Thursday, June 23, 2011
The Electric Daisy Carnival makes its debut at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend. The dance-music festival, expected to draw 250,000 people, runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Here’s a look at the festival by the numbers.
Sam Bateman sworn in as newest member of Henderson City Council
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
After four years on Henderson’s Planning Commission, recently elected Sam Bateman was sworn in to his new position on the City Council at Tuesday night’s meeting.
Mock drownings in Henderson aimed at water safety awareness
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
A series of mock drownings will take place at several Henderson pools over the next month to raise awareness about water safety.
Panic! comes home to play House of Blues
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Las Vegas natives Panic! at the Disco will return to their hometown tonight with a new sound and a new album to showcase for fans at the House of Blues in their first major tour in nearly 18 months.
Drill gives firefighters experience with mass casualties
Friday, June 17, 2011
A semi-trailer truck, boat and several cars were smashed together in a Las Vegas parking lot Friday night, as area firefighters tended to volunteer “victims” in a mock accident. The mass-casualty drill was designed to give firefighters hands-on experience evaluating and responding to a serious accident.
Henderson finalizes land sale for health, retail campus
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
The vision for a $1.5 billion medical, residential and commercial complex took its first major step toward becoming a reality.
At least 1 killed in traffic wreck
Friday, June 10, 2011
At least one person has died in a crash near Summerlin Parkway and Rampart Boulevard, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.
Henderson voters elect new City Council member; Boulder City residents vote on ballot questions
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Henderson voters selected a new member of the City Council and Boulder City residents voted on a full slate of ballot questions, from the purchase of new city vehicles to the residency requirements to run for mayor or the council.
NLV Councilman Richard Cherchio ousted by a single vote
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
A fiercely contested race for the Ward 4 seat on the North Las Vegas City Council was decided by a single vote, with Wade Wagner ousting incumbent Richard Cherchio.