Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
Good morning, Henderson.
Clark County School District announced that new start times (middle at 7:30 a.m., high schools at 8:30 a.m., and elementary at 9:15 a.m.) will take effect next school year after a December survey; some parents voiced concerns about earlier middle school times during Tuesday’s board meeting.
The City of Henderson will break ground on its new preschool and early childhood education center on Monday, Jan.
26 at 122 Scarhill Track Ave (priced at $17.6 million) to boost childcare and offer hands-on training for college students. The facility is set to complete in 2027.
Clark County School District will change school start times for nearly 280,000 students beginning August 10 and is hiring 51 extra bus drivers to handle added transportation needs + the district will fund the changes with a one-time $5.6 million bond and annual operating costs of about $5.1 million.
SNWA is implementing Assembly Bill 356 by removing nonfunctional turf and replacing it with at least 50% tree coverage — this plan is set to be completed by Jan.
1, 2027 and aims to save water while drawing criticism from tree advocates who claim it will worsen urban heat.
UMC is now the only hospital in Nevada to earn Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center + it celebrated with a sparkling apple cider toast while joining only 10% of U.S. hospitals committed to nurse excellence and collaborative patient care.
Split Persona Concert
7-11 p.m. — Grey Witch — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of music with Split Persona as they perform their hit song 'Stay Away'.
LEGO League
4:00 – 4:45 PM — Green Valley Library — Free entry — We'll provide the LEGOs — you provide the imagination for families.
K-POP Stars Live Show
6:30-8 p.m. — College of Southern Nevada Performing Arts Center — Check event site for details — Experience vibrant K-POP tributes with electrifying performances and hit songs live on stage.
Cupid's Craft Corner
8-9 a.m. — Valley View Recreation Center — Children's activities — A delightful space for young artists to create heartfelt Valentine crafts.
Henderson Historical Society Monthly Meeting
4-5 p.m. — James I Gibson Library — Free entry — Explore Henderson's history and engage with the community at this informative monthly meeting.
Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience
8-11 p.m. — The Railhead — Tickets available — Experience a tribute concert that spans the career of Depeche Mode with pitch-perfect performances.
The Happy Hours
7-11 p.m. — Grey Witch — $12.35 — Experience a nostalgic dance party with iconic hits from the ’80s, ’90s, and early 2000s.
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