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Henderson
Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Henderson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cowabunga Bay Waterpark in Henderson will begin weekend operations on Saturday, April 19—offering over 25 water attractions including towering slides, a giant wave pool and a lazy river—and daily service will start on Friday, May 23. Pink’s Hot Dogs will provide its iconic creations at the park. KSNV
- ➤ The Animal Foundation will host a free Pet Wellness Fair to provide key veterinary services — free microchips, vaccinations, and pet food and supplies — at its campus on 655 N. Mojave Road on Tuesday, April 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. No appointment is needed and services will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. KSNV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ IKEA announced plans on Thursday to open a new Plan & Order Point with Pick-up store in Henderson at Whitney Ranch Shopping Center. The 2,900 square feet space will open in the fall and let customers schedule delivery and get help with planning home furnishing designs. KSNV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Sloan Canyon Wind Ensemble from Pinecrest Academy in Henderson will perform at Carnegie Hall in New York tomorrow. The 48 student musicians — the only group from Nevada invited this year — earned the spot through a competitive audition process. KSNV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Jacky Rosen and Rep. Dina Titus reintroduced the BUMP Act (Banning Unlawful Machinegun Parts) in Congress to ban bump stocks after a Supreme Court ruling overturned the previous ban. The lawmakers said the measure would help prevent tragedies like the mass shooting in 2017. KSNV
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156/SILENCE Concert Featuring ALLT
5:00-10:30 PM — Eagles Aerie — $23.36 — Experience the frenetic and passionate sound of 156/Silence that resonates with outsiders.
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Volleyball Match with The Elevators Club
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Sunset Park — Food available for purchase — Enjoy a friendly volleyball match and connect with the community over delicious Cajun cuisine.
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9th Annual VTRC Fundraising Pig Out
4-8 p.m. — Fraternal Order of Eagles #2672 — $7 for youths and $15 for adults — Indulge in delicious food at this community-centered fundraising event benefiting veterans.
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JAWS In Concert
7-10 p.m. — Cadence Central Park — Food trucks available — Experience the iconic JAWS film with a live symphony orchestra performing its unforgettable score.
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Vegas Knight Hawks vs. Northern Arizona Wranglers
6-10 p.m. — Lee's Family Forum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling matchup between the Knight Hawks and Wranglers in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Reading Flash Mob: The Introvert Meetup
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Bungalow Coffee Co — Free entry — A relaxed gathering for book lovers to read and connect at their own pace.
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Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Water Street Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant celebration of Cinco de Mayo with live music, food, and local vendors.
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Great American Foodie Fest
5-11 p.m. — Desert Breeze Park — Entry fee applies — Indulge in top food trucks, vendors, carnival rides, and live entertainment at a celebrated foodie festival.
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Vegas Knight Hawks vs. San Antonio Gunslingers
6-10 p.m. — Lee's Family Forum — Check game times for ticket details — Witness the thrilling match-up between the Vegas Knight Hawks and San Antonio Gunslingers.
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2025 Pro Volleyball Federation Championship
1 PM — Lee's Family Forum — $1 million prize — Witness the ultimate showdown as two teams compete for the championship title in American professional volleyball.
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