LAS VEGAS, Nev. (June 18, 2026) – Urban Land Institute (ULI) Nevada is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Placemaking Awards for Excellence. The prestigious annual awards recognize exceptional projects and developments across Southern Nevada that exemplify innovation, quality and a lasting positive impact on the built environment and the communities they … [Read more...] about ULI Seeks Nominations for Placemaking Awards – Event Will Honor Robert Lewis, Downtown Summerlin – Nov. 10
Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting Held for shareWESTSIDE Apartments
Grand opening, ribbon cutting held for shareWESTSIDE apartments Governor Lombardo, Mayor Berkley and local partners celebrate completion of project that marks largest private investment in Historic Westside in decades EDITOR’S NOTE: Download high resolution images and video of the event and shareWESTSIDE (exterior/interior) at https://tinyurl.com/yrnf89rh. Credit to Jared … [Read more...] about Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting Held for shareWESTSIDE Apartments
WOW Carwash Partners With Make-A-Wish Nevada for Racing for Wishes
WOW Carwash is turning miles into hope with Racing for Wishes, a multi-state racing campaign dedicated to raising at least $10,000 for Make-A-Wish Nevada to help grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses in Nevada, like eight-year old Anthony who was born with a rare heart condition and wishes to go to Nintendo World. Racing for Wishes was created by … [Read more...] about WOW Carwash Partners With Make-A-Wish Nevada for Racing for Wishes
Bolero – The Show Performs for One Night Only at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, Saturday, June 20
The Plaza Hotel & Casino welcomes Bolero – The Show to its classic Vegas showroom for one night only, Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m. Bolero – The Show is a bohemian Latin musical blending Latin rhythm, passionate dance, and timeless love songs. Featuring a live band, singers, and dancers, the show creates an immersive and elegant experience inspired by bolero, flamenco, … [Read more...] about Bolero – The Show Performs for One Night Only at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, Saturday, June 20
StartUpNV Takes Over Management of International Innovation Center in Downtown Las Vegas
StartUpNV, a nonprofit incubator and accelerator for Nevada-based startup companies, is now managing the International Innovation Center (IIC) in downtown Las Vegas. Under its administration, StartUpNV is creating the ICC to be the preeminent co-working and networking location where entrepreneurs can find the support they need to succeed. The ICC provides the … [Read more...] about StartUpNV Takes Over Management of International Innovation Center in Downtown Las Vegas
StartUpNV to Hold Speed Mentoring Event for Entrepreneurs in Reno, June 4
StartUpNV, a nonprofit incubator and accelerator for Nevada-based startup companies, will hold its next free Speed Mentoring event in Reno on Thursday, June 4, at the Innevation Center, 450 Sinclair St., Reno, Nev., 89501. “Think of it like speed dating—but for startups,” said Jeff Saling, executive director of StartUpNV. “It’s fast-paced and … [Read more...] about StartUpNV to Hold Speed Mentoring Event for Entrepreneurs in Reno, June 4
WOW Carwash Partners With Racecar Driver, Las Vegas Resident Ashley Freiberg for Its Clean Getaway Ride Experience at Speed Vegas on May 23
There is one week left to enter the Clean Getaway Ride Experience giveaway sponsored by WOW Carwash for a chance to win an unforgettable racing experience with professional racecar driver and Las Vegas resident Ashley Freiberg at Speed Vegas on Saturday, May 23. The grand prize winner will ride with Freiberg in one of three luxury supercars (a Ferrari 488, a Lamborghini … [Read more...] about WOW Carwash Partners With Racecar Driver, Las Vegas Resident Ashley Freiberg for Its Clean Getaway Ride Experience at Speed Vegas on May 23
Jaye A. Straus Joins the Shade Tree Board of Trustees, Continuing Family Legacy of Service
LAS VEGAS (May 11, 2026) – Linda Perez, CEO of The Shade Tree, a 24-hour publicly accessible shelter designed to specifically meet the needs of those escaping domestic violence, human trafficking and homelessness, their children and pets (through a partnership with Noah’s Animal House), is pleased to announce the appointment of Jaye A. Straus to the nonprofit’s board of … [Read more...] about Jaye A. Straus Joins the Shade Tree Board of Trustees, Continuing Family Legacy of Service
Communities In Schools of Nevada Announces Top Leadership Transition: Tami Hance-Lehr to Retire; Board Names Alex Bybee Next CEO and State Director
LAS VEGAS, NEV. (May 4, 2026) – Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS of Nevada), among the largest affiliates of the nation's leading evidence-based dropout prevention nonprofit organization, today announced a planned leadership transition effective July 13, 2026. After nearly a decade of transformative leadership, CEO and state director Tami Hance-Lehr will retire. Succeeding … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools of Nevada Announces Top Leadership Transition: Tami Hance-Lehr to Retire; Board Names Alex Bybee Next CEO and State Director
Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada Celebrates Student Resilience at 14th Annual Power Within
LAS VEGAS, NEV (May 1, 2026) – Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada (CIS of Southern Nevada), part of the nation’s leading evidence-based dropout prevention organization, recently celebrated three outstanding students at its annual Power Within event—recognizing young people who have overcome significant barriers and demonstrated remarkable growth during the 2025–2026 … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada Celebrates Student Resilience at 14th Annual Power Within
Communities In Schools of Nevada Announces the Recipient of the Elaine P. Wynn Stronger Together Scholarship, Powered by playSTUDIOS Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, NEV. – In tribute to the enduring legacy of Elaine P. Wynn on what would have been her 84th birthday, Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS), part of the nation’s leading evidence-based dropout prevention nonprofit organization serving 117 schools in the Clark, Elko, Humboldt, and Washoe County school districts, has announced the fifth annual recipient of the Elaine … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools of Nevada Announces the Recipient of the Elaine P. Wynn Stronger Together Scholarship, Powered by playSTUDIOS Las Vegas
shareWESTSIDE to Start Hard Hat Tours for Potential Residents
shareWESTSIDE, a new five-story residential apartment building with 100-plus units located on the corner of D and Jefferson Streets in the Historic Westside neighborhood of downtown Las Vegas, will start offering hard hat tours of the apartment units and the building’s upgraded amenities this week. shareWESTSIDE will have 104 one-bedroom units measuring about 580 sq. ft. … [Read more...] about shareWESTSIDE to Start Hard Hat Tours for Potential Residents
Ovation Hosts Ribbon-Cutting and “Welcome Home Ceremony” for Residents of Its Newest Senior Affordable Housing Community – Heirloom at Rome
Las Vegas, NV (April 23, 2026) --- Today, Ovation Development Corp. (Ovation) and its affiliate, Heirloom by Ovation, a Las Vegas-based developer of multifamily housing and one of Nevada’s largest private developers of affordable senior housing, hosted a ribbon-cutting and Welcome Home Ceremony for residents of its newest senior affordable housing community, Heirloom at Rome, … [Read more...] about Ovation Hosts Ribbon-Cutting and “Welcome Home Ceremony” for Residents of Its Newest Senior Affordable Housing Community – Heirloom at Rome
Plaza Hotel & Casino to Open New High Limit Gaming Room This Summer
LAS VEGAS (April 16, 2026) – The Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas will open a High Limit Gaming Room later this summer, offering an exclusive slot play area with the newest, most popular games. Located on the main casino floor, the Plaza’s new High Limit Gaming Room will be an intimate gaming space with approximately 60 state-of-the-art games, including several … [Read more...] about Plaza Hotel & Casino to Open New High Limit Gaming Room This Summer
WOW Carwash Highlights Its Commitment to Environmental Sustainability for Earth Day, April 22
LAS VEGAS (April 16, 2026) – In honor of Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, WOW Carwash is highlighting how its car wash supports environmental sustainability. Uses less water – Washing a car at home uses roughly 100 gallons of water. By comparison, WOW uses 30 gallons per vehicle and reclaims up to 80% of the water. Water reclamation – WOW Carwash goes above and … [Read more...] about WOW Carwash Highlights Its Commitment to Environmental Sustainability for Earth Day, April 22