Amid Medicaid ‘unwinding,’ many states wind up expanding
TRISHA Byers left behind one crucial item when she moved to North Carolina last year to be closer to her family after suffering a brain injury: health insurance. In Massachusetts,…
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Harris-Walz ticket sharpens contrast with Trump-Vance on health care
Harris-Walz ticket sharpens contrast with Trump-Vance on health care STILLWATER — Vice President Kamala Harris’ selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate is making health care a…
Senator Cortez Masto, Secretary Buttigieg join Las Vegas officials for Maryland Parkway groundbreaking
U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and local Las Vegas officials on Monday, August 12 celebrated the groundbreaking of the Regional Transportation…
Record-breaking heat wave sweeps through LV
LAS VEGAS – The relentless desert heat has taken center stage in Las Vegas, shattering previous temperature records and making headlines worldwide. With temperatures soaring to unprecedented highs, residents are…
Towering Filipino middleweight Blazen Rocilli signs agreement with Boxing VIP
Public online and flexible schedule charter high school that mentors at-risk students opens fall in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS – Filipino boxer Blazen Rocilli (6-0, 5 KOs), a promising 21-year-old middleweight from Waipahu,…
Father and son duo light up the stage at The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas
Las Vegas – A heartwarming scene unfolded at The Cosmopolitan Hotel and Casino as Nonoy Zuniga, the celebrated King of Pop Ballads from the Philippines, and his son, Ziggy Zuniga,…
First national membership organization for AAPI elected and appointed officials launched
LAS VEGAS — During a 3-day summit hosted by the Asian Pacific American Leadership Foundation (APALF) in Las Vegas, Nevada, alongside NALEO, over 350 leaders from 26 states (plus the…
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District to host launch of National ‘Check Out Your Library’ initiative
Las Vegas stops feature appearance by award-winning author Julia Whelan, interactive library vehicle, and more Las Vegas – This week, the leading brands in digital content for libraries and schools,…
AANPHI-owned small businesses in Nevada show support for Biden-Harris
COINCIDING with the launch of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) for Biden-Harris, over a dozen small businesses in Nevada announced their support for President Joe Biden and…
Creating confident smiles as kids head back to school
The Ronald McDonald Care mobile hosts the 10th annual Smarts & Smiles Back To School dental care fair Who: Ronald McDonald Care Mobile & Nevada Health Centers What: 10th Annual…
Hope grows: RHMC Las Vegas unveils new shelter from the storm for families in medical crisis
Las Vegas – Last June 20, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Greater Las Vegas cut the ribbon on their brand-new, “home away from home” for families with hospitalized children….
Jehovah’s Witnesses to host “Declare the Good News!” Convention: A three-day escape from the gloom
In an era where headlines often bring a sense of dread, the Jehovah’s Witnesses are set to turn the tide with their 2024 “Declare the Good News!” convention series. Known…
From ‘America’s Got Talent Stage’ to global media spotlight: 7-year-old Zoe Erianna Cui’s musical journey
At just seven years old, Zoe Erianna Cui is taking the world by storm with her extraordinary musical talents. From playing the piano to singing and producing her own music,…
Fil-Am motorcyclist Michael Navarette Guardian dies in southwest Las Vegas crash
LAS VEGAS – A tragic accident claimed the life of 44-year-old Filipino American Michael Navarette Guardian in the southwest Las Vegas Valley on Thursday, June 20. According to the police…
Las Vegas Natural History Museum celebrates 33rd anniversary with community birthday party on July 13th
Las Vegas – The Las Vegas Natural History Museum is thrilled to announce its 33rd anniversary celebration with a community birthday party on July 13th. This special event offers a day filled with…
NaFFAA NV’s spectacular gala celebrates 126th Philippine Independence Day in Las Vegas
by Gloria T. Caoile On a vibrant evening in Las Vegas, the National Federation of Filipino American Association (NaFFAA) NV hosted an unforgettable gala to commemorate the 126th anniversary of…
Experiencing Suzuya Patisserie & Café
by Gloria T. Caoile Suzuya Patisserie & Cafe, a family-owned, Japanese-inspired bakery, is opening a new café on S. Wynn Street. The owners, Chef Misuzu and Chef Mike, partnered with…
City of Las Vegas 2024 summer season Pool schedules & events
Lifeguards still needed! The city of Las Vegas will open the Carlos L. Martinez & Darrio J. Hall Family Pool at Gary Reese Freedom Park for the summer season Memorial…
City of Las Vegas offers free Symphony Park Arts Festival on May 25
Bring the family to enjoy a day of art in the park The city of Las Vegas invites the public to celebrate the arts at the third annual Symphony Park…
Cox awards $35,000 in scholarships to high school seniors
Cox Las Vegas recently presented $35,000 in scholarships to 10 college-bound, high school seniors in Clark County. The annual Cox Diversity Scholarship Program has awarded $385,000 in scholarships since 2014….
Hike and learn: Connecting the AANHPI community through conservation, wildlife, and climate advocacy
One APIA Nevada joins forces with the Asian Community Development Council and Nevada Chinese Association for Environmental Hiking Event Las Vegas — One APIA Nevada announced its collaboration with the…
City of Las Vegas ready to honor residents ages 90+
Do you know a Southern Nevada resident who has reached the age of 90 or older? The city of Las Vegas would like to honor and entertain those residents at…
NaFFAA NV celebrates Women’s History Month
This year’s national theme for Women’s History Month is “Women who advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion!” This aligns closely with the values NaFFAA NV upholds. “Come Sunday, April 7,…
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District partners with Illuminarium and Meow Wolf for free interactive & immersive storytime experiences starting April 14
LAS VEGAS – The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is joining with Illuminarium and Meow Wolf to bring stories, art and imagination to life for children and their families through…
Southwest Las Vegas rallies for Team Biden-Harris and Democrats at coordinated campaign office opening
Team Biden-Harris and the Nevada State Democratic Party celebrated the official opening of the southwest Las Vegas coordinated campaign office dedicated to reelecting President Biden, Vice President Harris, and Democrats…
How Social Security protects you from misleading advertising and communication
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Social Security works with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to protect you from scams that use Social Security…
13th Annual Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival returns for nine days of Community STEM Exploration April 26-May 4
Annual festival offers FREE educational events and interactive activities for families throughout Clark County Las Vegas – The Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival is set to kick off April…
Social Security to remove barriers to accessing SSI payments
Today, the Social Security Administration published a final rule, “Omitting Food from In-Kind Support and Maintenance (ISM) Calculations.” The final rule announces the first of several updates to the agency’s…
Making the most of America Saves Week 2024
America Saves Week, which runs from April 8 to 12 this year, is an excellent opportunity for organizations to promote good financial habits and for people to assess their own…
Stay healthy and independent with the Senior Nutrition Program
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Are you eligible for Social Security retirement benefits or already receiving them? Did you know that you can also receive…