Save your place in line with mobile check-in express
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Our Mobile Check-In Express feature makes it easier to check in if you must visit a Social Security office. To…
Category: Las Vegas
Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories impacting the lives of the Filipino-American community in the State of Nevada.
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‘Medicare is Better Than Ever’ tour rolls into Las Vegas
Tour educates seniors about lower drug prices LAS VEGAS, NV — On Day 17 of Protect Our Care’s “Medicare is Better Than Ever” tour, Founder and President of the Asian…
Ronald McDonald House wins ‘Nonprofit of the Year’ from Vegas Chamber
Charity has much to celebrate during 25th year of serving families in medical crisis Las Vegas – On Thursday, October 12th, the Vegas Chamber hosted its “Business of the Year”…
City of Las Vegas proclaims Filipino American History Month
LAS Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman issued a proclamation dedicating October as Filipino American History Month in the city, which is home to a sizable Fil-Am population. At City Hall on…
Celebrating another first-ever BCBP milestone in America: NAC 1 USA
Members of the Brotherhood of Christian Businessmen and Professionals (BCBP) from New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, North American cities and the Asia-Pacific Region will converge in Las Vegas,…
Premiere of ‘1521: The Quest for Love and Freedom’ celebrates Filipino history in Las Vegas
Las Vegas – The enchanting aura of Las Vegas was adorned with Filipino culture and history as hundreds gathered at the South Point Cinemark Century Theater for the premiere of…
25th Jackpot Joanie opens Spring Mountain Road
On Tuesday, September 19th, the Nevada Small Business Council hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Jackpot Joanie’s on Spring Mountain Road. ECL owner Ron Winchel…
Nevada state AFL-CIO recognizes Fil-Am leader Grace Vergara-Mactal for 27 years of service
LAS VEGAS — SEIU 1107 Executive Director Grace Vergara-Mactal announced her retirement effective September 30, 2023 after a three-decade career. SEIU 1107 Chief of Staff, Sam Shaw, will assume the…
Las Vegas volunteers launch global campaign offering message of hope
At a time when the desire for better government is on the minds of people the world over, Jehovah’s Witnesses will launch an international campaign to bring attention to a…
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District teams up with Cox Communications to provide free Cox WiFi to 50,000 qualified households
With the swipe of their library card, thousands of Southern Nevadans can now get FREE Cox WiFi access through an innovative program from the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District and…
Philippine Honorary Consulate opens in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, NV — The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles opened its first-ever Philippine Honorary Consulate in Las Vegas, following a commitment to make government services accessible to the…
Grace Vergara-Mactal: A beacon of leadership in the labor movement
by Gloria T. Caoile and Kathleen Topacio Flores AS individuals who have spent a significant portion of our lives in the realm of labor unions, we have had the honor…
Charlie Halstead’s soaring journey in the golfing world
IN the age of digital marvels, where exceptional achievements capture instant attention, a captivating golf video showcasing an 8-year-old skillfully sinking a hole-in-one has enraptured audiences on a global scale….
Richard Harris Law Firm’s Project Backpack: Empowering Nevada’s youth for back-to-shool success
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — As the back-to-school season kicks off, families are eagerly preparing for the academic year ahead. However, recognizing that many families could use assistance, a beacon…
Register now for City of Las Vegas no-school fun days!
Discover the fun! The city of Las Vegas will offer all-day supervised fun, recreation and enrichment for youth in kindergarten through eighth grade when the Clark County School District has…
Sen. Cortez Masto shows support for Las Vegas AAPI small business leaders
U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nevada) met with over a dozen Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) small business owners and community leaders in Las Vegas to discuss federal resources…
How we serve people who have limited English proficiency
We strive to deliver great customer service and helpful information to everyone. That includes improving access for underserved communities. We aim to reduce language barriers and increase access to Social…
Cox Back-To-School Fair dates announced for 2023
Cox Las Vegas is proud to announce its annual Cox Back-To-School Fairs will be held over four consecutive Saturdays starting Saturday, July 15 and concluding on Saturday, August 5. The…
Ehrlich Ocampo makes waves in Las Vegas earning recognition from Clark County Nevada
International Filipino performer and leviwand pioneer Ehrlich “Firechill” Ocampo accepted recognition from Clark County, Nevada last June 23 in an awarding ceremony at Fil-Am Central. Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom…
One APIA Nevada will continue advocating for policies that empower Nevada’s AANHPI communities
One APIA Nevada, a leading advocacy organization representing Nevada’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities, reflects on the conclusion of an eventful legislative session and two special…
Community leaders call for justice, safety measures for elderly Filipino man attacked in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS — Prominent leaders of the local Filipino American community are calling for justice and proactive safety measures for an elderly man who was attacked last month amid the…
Weera Thai Restaurant hosts ‘Moradokmai’ Thai Theater Company
The owner of Weera Thai, a popular Thai restaurant in Las Vegas, says she is excited to share with her customers more than just authentic & traditional cuisine from her…
Representing Nevada’s most diverse district: A conversation with Assemblyman Duy Nguyen
by Isabella Calderon ON my first late winter trip to the Nevada Legislature in Carson City, my first stop was Assemblywoman Erica Mosca’s office. I enjoyed my time with her…
An interview with Nevada’s Fil-Am assemblywoman Erica Mosca
by Isabella Calderon It was a late winter storm that greeted my sister, mother and I as we stepped outside the Reno/Tahoe airport. Strong gusts of wind shook our rental…
Scam the scam with Social Security
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada The Social Security Administration and its Office of the Inspector General (OIG) continued to raise public awareness about Social Security…
Cox awards $35,000 in diversity scholarships to 10 graduating seniors
Over the past decade, Cox Las Vegas has presented $350,000 in scholarships to college-bound, high school seniors in Clark County as part of its annual Cox Diversity Scholarship program, including…
City of Las Vegas offers additional youth summer camps
Online and in-person registration open now The city of Las Vegas is offering additional summer camps at the new Ernest & Betty Becker Family Technology Community Center. The additional camps…
Senator Cortez Masto joins AAPI community leaders at HAPI Medical Center and highlights her efforts to expand affordable health care access and lower drug costs
Las Vegas – U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) toured the Healthy Asians & Pacific Islanders (HAPI) Medical Center with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community leaders to highlight her efforts to…
Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival invites local families to discover STEM throughout our community
Las Vegas – The Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival returns to the Las Vegas Valley with nine days of FREE educational events for the whole family. Kicking-off April 28,…
Ehrlich Ocampo’s magical Vegas awakening: The journey of a passionate leviwand artist
The spectacular stage show Awakening is making waves at Wynn Las Vegas. This mythical, magic-filled production—driven by technologically advanced effects, dazzling costumes, expressive choreography, and outstanding sound design—is proving to…