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TMCC Celebrates Faculty and Staff
Early last month, TMCC hosted its first in-person Employee Awards and Recognition ceremony since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. The ceremony recognized excellence across several domains including service, longevity and tenure, to name a few. And while the faculty and staff who were recognized were many, each exemplified by this famous quote, likely from The Story of Philosophy (1926): “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.”
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Public Asked to keep July Fourth Fireworks Celebrations 'Safe & Sane'
“The use of illegal fireworks in neighborhoods over the Fourth of July has been a growing problem that we need the community’s help to solve,” said Clark County Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick, who has been active in working to address the issue. “As residents come and go from the Las Vegas Valley in upcoming weeks, we ask you not to buy illegal fireworks sold by vendors outside our area for use here. If you plan to use fireworks in your family celebrations, please only buy safe and sane fireworks from the local booths that are approved to operate over the holiday.”
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June 1 City Council
Las Vegas City Council met Wednesday, June 1. Below are some agenda items that may be of interest. View the full agenda and watch a recording. Watch live at kclv.tv/live.
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Open Genealogy Lab on June 10
Open Genealogy Lab on June 10
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Childbirth Preparation Class (Saturdays) on June 11
Whether you are a first-time parent or you are looking for a refresher, this course can help you prepare for the childbirth process. Labor positions, breathing techniques, induction of labor, vaginal delivery, c-section delivery, pain relief methods and more will be covered. Expectant mothers are encouraged to bring a support person along for the class.
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Breastfeeding Class (Saturdays) on June 11
A Certified Lactation Consultant will demonstrate techniques to help you succeed with breastfeeding. Topics include breastfeeding basics, positioning, latch, pumping, weaning and jaundice. Strategies for moms returning to work will also be discussed. Women are encouraged to invite a partner or friend to attend the class with them.
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Culture of Las Vegas: The Filipinos' Debuts on County TV, Podcast, Social Media
The local Filipino community is the focus of the next iteration of the popular “Cultures of Las Vegas” television and podcast series. “Cultures of Las Vegas: The Filipinos” debuts on Clark County Television (CCTV) Wednesday, June 1 at 2 and 6 p.m. and airs throughout the month. The Philippines celebrates its independence on June 12.
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#readwithmeccsd Summer Reading Photo Contest
CCSD is encouraging all students to take advantage of the summer break and enjoy a great book. Parents and students may share pictures on social media of them reading their favorite book using #ReadWithMeCCSD and be eligible to win an Amazon gift card until July 31, 2022.
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Commerce First Radio Show-Business & Industry on June 6
Commerce First Radio Show-Business & Industry on June 6
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Global Roundtable on June 1
Global Roundtable on June 1
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Board of Commissioners Meeting on May 25
Board of Commissioners Meeting on May 25
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University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Releases Whitepaper on American Workers’ Reasons for Switching Jobs
University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies announces the release of a whitepaper examining factors contributing to employee turnover, as well as possible solutions: “American Workers’ Reasons for Switching Jobs.”
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May 18 City Council
Agenda Item 10 – Homeless Census and Evaluation: City Council approved an agreement with the cities of North Las Vegas, Henderson and Boulder City as well as Clark County to provide a total of $22,849.00 in shared funding for the federally mandated Homeless Census and Evaluation.
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Last Day of School-Exam Day-Dismissal at 11:45 a.m.
Last Day of School-Exam Day-Dismissal at 11:45 a.m.
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AmeriCorps Program
The city of Las Vegas is recruiting 10 AmeriCorps members to work with pre-school and elementary school children from May through Aug. 31, 2022. Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent and be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. Email bcatlin@lasvegasnevada.gov for more information and to apply.
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West Wendover Part Time Fire Fighter Carter Bones Receives 5 Year Service Award
On Tuesday May 10th, West Wendover Part Time Fire Fighter Carter Bones received his 5-year service award by City Manager Chris Melville.
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Rural Development Staff at Life Center to Discuss Housing Loans, Grants
Are you a homeowner with low income needing to make home repairs? Or looking to buy a home? If so, representatives from the USDA Rural Development Office will be at the William N. Pennington Life Center on May 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to discuss qualifying for programs to allow you to make home repairs or buy a home.
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Violence in Schools
It’s been a busy school year for the Clark County School District as thousands of violent incidents have been reported at schools. In the last month three students were arrested in three separate assaults on teachers and staff at Las Vegas valley schools. The school district is taking steps to control the violence, but students and teachers are still feeling unsafe.
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My Grad Story: Gratitude
Sam Lieberman Regents’ Award for Student Scholarship recipient and Environmental Science major Cassie Barber spent the first warm spring day of 2022 clearing out the beds for TMCC’s new pollinator garden.
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Splash Pads Now Open
Splash pads are open May 1 through Sept. 30 daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.