The all-new Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® brings generations together by welcoming everyone from kids to grown-ups. Whether you’re young or young at heart, this show promises dynamic acts, awe-inspiring acrobats, and world-class performers. From trapeze to highwire, aerialists and more, there’s a thrilling spectacle for everyone Marvel at the Triangular Highwire act featuring […]
September is Hunger Action Month, and Albertsons and Vons are teaming up with Three Square Food Bank to make a difference in our valley. Throughout the month, customers can donate directly to the charity at any local Albertsons and Vons check-out line using the pin pad. Three Square’s motto is: “Together, we can feed everyone.” […]
If you’ve considered taking advantage of a temporary increase in the water-smart landscape conversion rebate incentive, but have yet to put your plans into action, the time to get off your grass is now—because the clock is ticking! Through the remainder of 2024, the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) is offering homeowners only a temporary […]
Discover eastern Nevada’s hidden spots to soak in the season. Ask anyone which state boasts the most stunning fall foliage and…they might not say Nevada. That’s okay, though! We prefer our aspen-laden canyons to be more on the down-low. The fact is, eastern Nevada positively bursts with autumn color—you just gotta know where to find […]
Las Vegas is known for many things—dazzling nightlife, a vibrant entertainment scene, and more recently, championship-caliber professional sports teams. Added to that list of world-class attractions and amenities, our community is also home to one of the most advanced and reliable water systems in the nation—operating quietly and out of sight, 24/7/365. A dedicated […]
These twins are ready to find their forever home, bringing double the love and their own sweet personalities! Click to learn how you can adopt Jayden & Jayon. Clark County’s Department of Family Services’ Find My Forever program helps families adopt foster children. For those interested in adopting a child or sibling group highlighted […]
Want to avoid digging trouble? Call 811 before using your shovel! National 811 Day, recognized on August 11 each year, reminds southern Nevada residents of the importance of calling 811 to have utility-owned lines marked. Calling 811 or placing an online request at call811.com at least two working days before beginning your project can help […]
While the country is experiencing the heat of summer, Las Vegas will feel the hot temperatures until October. David Mackey, general manager of Big O Tires for the Las Vegas market, shared tips to prepare and maintain a vehicle during the summer months. Excessive heat on the asphalt can raise tire pressure, potentially causing blowouts. […]
Even though another scorching Las Vegas summer is almost over, it’s important to remember that the community’s mandatory summer watering restrictions remain in effect through Aug. 31. The summer restrictions prohibit spray irrigation between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Watering in the early morning or evening reduces the amount of water lost to evaporation. Watering […]
Filling a glass of water is as simple as turning the handle on your faucet. But how that water gets to your tap is anything but simple. More than 7,000 miles of pipeline transport water around the valley each day, while 84 reservoir basins and tanks collectively store nearly a billion gallons of water, which […]
Albertsons Vons along with The Salvation Army launches HYDRATE LAS VEGAS Program. Water. It’s an essential ingredient for life. In fact, according to Mayo Clinic, mayoclinic.org, the human body is made up of 50 to 70 percent water. Dehydration occurs when the human body uses or loses more fluid than it takes in. If […]
Who We Are The GainesCon Film Festival & Expo is a new annual 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Las Vegas that showcases, educates, and produces independent filmmakers and film-industry talent whose content lies within the action, sci-fi, and fantasy genres. It strongly emphasizes cultural representation from underrepresented groups, such as the economically disadvantaged, ethnic minorities, […]
Living in one of the driest metropolitan areas in the country means doing all we can as a community to protect our limited water resources. Diagnosing and repairing leaks at home is a crucial element of our water conservation efforts. Repairing or replacing hidden water wasters at your home—such as dripping faucets or faulty toilet […]
Quick quiz: What’s one of the safest beverages you can drink in Southern Nevada? If your answer is “tap water,” you’re right! Southern Nevada’s municipal water supply meets or surpasses all State of Nevada and Federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards. In fact, the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) tests your water 300,000 times a […]
On any given night, you can find something special at Lee’s Family Forum. Whether you are watching the future stars of the Vegas Golden Knights hit the ice with the Henderson Silver Knights, sitting front row to the world’s fastest football with the Vegas Knight Hawks, or watching some of the best volleyball players on […]
The Las Vegas Valley Water District is working to make Southern Nevada’s water delivery system even more dependable in the coming years by finding leaks before they even happen. The LVVWD is expanding its already robust leak detection program by testing all pipelines 24 inches in diameter and larger every five years across the district’s […]
This year, you can get more cash for your grass. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) has temporarily increased the incentive for homeowners participating in the popular and successful Water Smart Landscapes Rebate Program (WSL). Qualifying homeowners will receive $5 for each square foot of grass they convert (up to the first 10,000 square feet) […]
April is World Wish Month! It is a time when the world comes together to make dreams come true for children facing critical illnesses. As long as these brave kids need hope and strength, wish makers like you are essential to their fight. Speaking of wish-making, here’s an exciting opportunity: Walk For Wishes® 2024! Presented […]
Although it is tested 300,000 times a year and meets or surpasses all state and federal drinking water standards, Southern Nevada’s Rocky Mountain mineral-rich tap water has a taste. Some people detect the small amount of chlorine used in the treatment process to protect their water on its way to their tap. Others notice the […]
Southwest Gas’ commitment to our community extends beyond providing safe, sustainable and reliable natural gas service. This commitment is also reflected in our philanthropic efforts and the impact we make in the communities where we live and work. Giving back to the places our customers call home is a part of our company culture and […]
Most people know that the vast majority of Southern Nevada’s water comes from Lake Mead. But what most don’t see is the intricate and elaborate system that brings Colorado River water from the lake to the more than 400,000 homes and businesses across the Las Vegas Valley Water District’s (LVVWD) 300-square-mile service area. The more […]
Less than an hour from Las Vegas, Boulder City was born from one of the most impressive feats of human engineering in the history of mankind. Its tapestry weaves historical relevance with new-age hipness. Begging to be visited, here are eight great things to do in (and around) Boulder City. THE DAM HOTEL As the […]
Gotham Meets Vegas These days it seems the world is becoming increasingly dark. It hints of Gotham – yet tragically lacks a “silent guardian, watchful protector…a dark knight” like Batman. But even in the darkness… there’s ALWAYS light. I recently discovered a brilliant one where you’d least expect it. A protector who’s admirably lurked in […]
People living in Southern Nevada now know water waste when they see it. Whether it’s landscape water flowing down a sidewalk, swimming pools being drained into the gutter, or spray irrigation running full-blast in the middle of a summer day. Not only is water waste, well, unnecessarily wasteful—especially during a 20-plus year drought on the […]
Thirsty? Go fill a glass with water straight from the tap. We’ll wait. Because not only is your water refreshing, it’s also safe for you and your family to enjoy. When it comes to the reliability and quality of our community’s drinking water, Southern Nevada’s tap water meets or surpasses all safe drinking water standards. […]
As our nation looks to shape our energy future, it needs organizations seeking to make positive impacts to imagine energy differently. At Southwest Gas, sustainability underscores the company’s values and innovation drives its operations, while collaboration helps create a more balanced energy future for people and our planet. For more than 90 years, Southwest Gas […]
On any night in Nevada, more than 300 youth are without a stable place to live, a bed to call their own, or even modest shelter to shield them from the outdoors. As a result, thousands of youths in our state experience homelessness every year. In fact, roughly 12 percent of youth experiencing homelessness across […]
While it is impossible to determine when the drought in the Colorado River Basin will end and Lake Mead’s water levels will rise significantly, conservation and continued investment in the water distribution system help protect the community’s water supply and ensure reliable water service. “We invest in the water system so that customers know when […]
As Lake Mead—the source of 90 percent of our community’s supply—continues to be threatened by drought, the biggest sin in Sin City is letting water go to waste. Local water providers, including the Las Vegas Valley Water District and the cities of Boulder City, Henderson, and North Las Vegas, have addressed water waste through a […]
Nevadans may think their chance to enroll in a health insurance plan ended on Jan. 15. While that is the date that Nevada Health Link’s open enrollment period closed, insurance plans are still available to a significant percentage of Nevadans for a wide range of reasons. Getting married, welcoming a new child, experiencing a job […]
