Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Henderson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ricky Lee Trader — who pleaded guilty to the 2003 murder of Theresa Romano in Henderson — was sentenced to 10 to 25 years in prison, with that term running concurrently with his life sentence for another murder. KSNV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Clark County School District improved teacher retention to 94.4% this school year with increased pay and mentoring programs at schools like Basic Academy of International Studies in Henderson. Administrators say weekly and monthly mentor sessions and pay incentives have lowered vacancies and supported quality instruction. KSNV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clark County and the cities of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson spent $1.7 million last year paying public workers who were not active - including some under investigation, according to OpenTheBooks.com. The report shows who received the highest payments and how they compared to previous years. KSNV
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Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Sunset Station Hotel and Casino — Ticket availability low — Experience a top tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd in an exciting evening.
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Black Mountain Pickleball Court Grand Opening
9-11 a.m. — Black Mountain Recreation Center — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of new pickleball courts with games, refreshments, and lessons for all ages.
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Wire Wrapping Class with Fern Greenwald
1-4 p.m. — City Lights Art Gallery — Contact Fern for registration — Learn wire wrapping techniques from an expert instructor.
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Vegas Bootstrappers Breakfast Roundtable
9-10:30 a.m. — The Coffee Press — 20% off food and drinks — Engage in serious conversations about growing your startup with fellow entrepreneurs.
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Storytime for Little Ones
9-10 a.m. — James I Gibson Library — Free entry — Enjoy stories, music, and fun activities for kids aged 0-5 and their caregivers.
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San Gennaro Feast
4:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. — M Resort Spa Casino — Cost varies — Celebrate Italian culture with colorful parades and delicious cuisine at this vibrant feast.
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The Happy Hours
7-11 p.m. — Grey Witch — $12.35 — Dance to your favorite throwback anthems from the ’80s, ’90s, and early 2000s with a live DJ.
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Storytime at the Library
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Paseo Verde Library — Free entry — Enjoy delightful stories, music, and fun activities for little ones and their caregivers.
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Cool Tones / 60’s Hits
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Firelight Barn Dinner Theater — $26 General Admission ($24 Seniors) + Dinner $18.45 — Experience the Vegas Cool Tones' twist on classic 60's music with powerhouse vocals.
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KIDZ BOP Live Concert
4-7 p.m. — Lee's Family Forum — Family-friendly event — Enjoy lively tunes as the Kidz Bop Kids bring pop hits to life with their energetic performances.
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You can't wake a person who is pretending to be asleep.
~ Native American Proverb
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