Good morning, Henderson.

The Las Vegas Astronomical Society is hosting a sold-out star party at Lake Mead today where local stargazers can see the Milky Way far from city lights.

President Mig Ponce shared his lifelong passion for astronomy and said more events are planned for the future—inviting the community to explore the wonders of the night sky.

Roy Martin Middle School is on lockdown today after officials reported a social media threat—families have been notified and police are at the scene with no further details provided yet.

Some schools in the district face cuts after 3,600 fewer students led to a $70 million shortfall that may force support staff—such as bus drivers, campus security, and office managers—and assistant principals to seek reassignment.

Affected employees will have to apply for available positions once the district finalizes its budget process.

The Clark County School District is asking for community input on shifting school start times by 30 minutes for the next school year.

Launched on Friday, the survey is available for parents, students, and staff until 5 p.m. on October 17—this feedback will help shape the district's future schedule and support student mental health.

At a recent CCSD board meeting, community members expressed divided views over the removal of teachers who posted negative comments online after the shooting of political conservative Charlie Kirk—officials said the action was needed to protect classrooms from disruptive political speech. Some parents called for clear guidelines on acceptable conduct while others supported the swift removals.

Storytime at the Library

9:15-10:00 a.m. — James I Gibson Library — Free entry — Enjoy delightful stories, music, and activities for children ages 0-5 and caregivers.

Upscale Craft and Yard Sale

9 AM – 1 PM — City of Henderson Heritage Park Senior Facility — Free entry — Explore a fancy craft and yard sale loaded with unique finds and local treasures.

2025 Fiesta Filipino - A Fusion of Cultures

10 AM – 10 PM — M Resort Spa Casino — Free entry — Celebrate Filipino heritage with food, entertainment, and a car show at this vibrant cultural festival.

National Night Out

5-8 p.m. — Water Street Plaza — Free entry — Engage with local first responders and enjoy interactive safety demonstrations and family activities.

Aki Matsuri Japanese Festival

11 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Water Street Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate Japanese culture with food, music, and performances at this vibrant fall festival.

Henderson Historical Society Monthly Meeting

4:30-5:30 p.m. — James I Gibson Library — Free entry — Engage in community discussions about preserving Henderson's rich history.

Henderson Farmers Market

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Cornerstone Park — EBT/SNAP accepted — Discover fresh produce and handmade goods from local merchants in a vibrant community market.

SMASH-Senior Care Marketing & Sales Summit

Oct 20-22 — Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa and Casino — Check the event page for cost details — Explore forward-thinking trends and thought-provoking themes in senior care sales and marketing.

Henderson Silver Knights vs San Diego Gulls

6-7:30 p.m. — Lee's Family Forum — Check out the thrilling matchup as the Silver Knights face off against the Gulls in this hockey showdown.

Holiday Craft Show

Desert Inn Mobile Estates # 3, a 55+ Community, is holding a Holiday Craft Show on November 8th from 9 AM to 3 PM. Admission is free to this great craft show that will feature fabulous local Crafters, a fun atmosphere and DIME 3’s Famous Hotdog lunch.