Clark County School District has announced new school start times for the 2026–2027 school year. CCSD indicated the change is aimed at better supporting student success and well-being, and that later start times for high school students increases attendance and grades, improves mental health, and even reduces behavior incidents and car crashes among teenagers. With some exceptions for early/late release and magnet schools, these are the new school start times: Middle schools

As we step into the New Year, our team is taking a moment to reflect on the past year with gratitude and look forward to the new year with optimism. We are excited for what lies ahead—fresh beginnings, new goals, and opportunities not yet even imagined! We wish you a very Happy New Year and an absolutely amazing 2026! 🍾 🥂 Tamara: In 2025, I had the blessing of taking care of my newborn granddaughter. I watched her grow throughout the year. She is now a vibrant little one y

As the year winds down, we are feeling especially grateful for the moments that made us laugh, the memories we made with family and friends, and the places we’re lucky enough to call home. Christmas is a reminder to slow down and appreciate the people who make life richer and brighter. From our family to yours, we wish you a holiday filled with warmth, joy, and a little extra magic. Merry Christmas!🎄✨

Christmas is just around the corner and Vegas is sparkling with festive fun. If you’re looking for ways to get into the holiday spirit, here’s a list of merry must-sees. All Aboard the Polar Express Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Electric City Light Show Enchant Ethel M Holiday Cactus Garden Lights Glittering Lights Magical Forest Mystical Falls Park Winter Wonderland Oasis Ice Rink Rock Rink Underwater Santa

My brothers have a love for the outdoors and what it takes to foster wanderlust in remote places: dirt bikes, four wheelers and four wheel drives. On a recent weekend, we went on an adventure in my brother Damon's old Suburban. We headed toward Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park in Arizona and hung a right to Kanab for a gas stop. Then on to the Johnson Canyon turnout where we swerved off the pavement and onto a dusty dirt road. The Suburban labored through deep sandy stretche

This Thanksgiving, our team is especially grateful for the trust you place in us year after year. Serving you, your families, and your homes is truly the heart of what we do. We hope your holiday is filled with good food, great company, and plenty of moments worth savoring. Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🏡 As we look back on the year, each of us has something unique we’re thankful for. Here is what’s filling our hearts this season. Donna: I am thankful for the boys in my life: Ethan,

I just returned from visiting my daughter in Orlando. Similar to Las Vegas, both cities are popular travel destinations with unique attractions. One thing I do value about Las Vegas is actually the lack of a thing: humidity. This time of year is actually a great time to visit Orlando. It's not super humid and my hair wasn't too crazy, but it was on my mind when I stepped off the plane in both cities. Las Vegas is famous for its dry desert heat. Even when temperatures climb, t

My trip to the Baltic states began in Vilnius, Lithuania—just in time for the annual Vilnius Days Festival. The city was alive with music, art, and food stalls that lined the medieval cobblestone streets. Concerts took place on the main stage, and while I didn’t recognize the performers, the locals were thrilled to see their favorites. The weather was perfect and it felt like the entire city was out celebrating. Vilnius is known for its vibrant street and mural art scene. I h

In September, I was on a tour of the Baltic states. We started in Lithuania, drove to Latvia, then Estonia, and ended in Helsinki, Finland. Visiting Oodi, the Helsinki Central Library, was an exceptional experience. The Helsinki Central Library, Oodi, embodies the idea that a library is much more than a place to borrow books—it is a shared civic living room. Its philosophy is rooted in openness, accessibility, and equality. Oodi was designed as a welcoming space where people

Happy Halloween and Happy Nevada Day ! 🎃 The stars have truly aligned this year! School-aged kids across the state are celebrating the rare treat of Halloween and Nevada Day falling on the same date. Long-time Nevadans remember when this was the norm, but the newer generation hasn’t always been so lucky! Today, we get the best of both worlds: spooky fun and a chance to honor the place we call home. Whether you're out trick-or-treating, handing out candy, or simply toasting

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 Nick was born and raised in Chicago, but Vegas has always been his happy place. He despises the cold and doesn’t miss snowy winters one

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