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Happy weekend, Henderson!
In today’s happening-today edition: Free women’s firefighting workshop, Shipley Do-Nuts finally arriving, petition to end paid parking on the Strip, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Preparing future first responders: Henderson Fire Department will host a free April 11 workshop for women exploring firefighting and EMS, with classroom talks, agility drills, and hands-on equipment practice to boost diverse recruitment — get all the workshop details.
Grassroots push gains momentum: Las Vegas influencer Heather Collins, creator of “Raised in Las Vegas,” launched a Change.org petition to end paid parking on The Strip, and it has already topped 5,000 signatures — read the full story.
Buzz for breakfast bites: Beloved 90-year-old chain Shipley Do-Nuts is finally coming to the valley, with three Las Vegas shops planned and more than 40 doughnut varieties, plus kolaches stuffed with sausage and cheese — get all the details.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Crispy fry fix: Sticks Tavern is serving hand-cut, perfectly seasoned fries that hit the golden-crisp, salty-satisfying sweet spot, equally dangerous solo or riding shotgun with a burger while the game’s on. A stealthy side upgrade for the week.
Skin reset, anyone? If your face needs a post-winter pep talk, Henderson Med Spa offers lasers, facials, and gentle injectables to get things glowing, minus the hard sell. Results that make you look like you finally started sleeping eight hours again, just in time for spring.
Quick local birdies: Need a breezy round that still makes you think? Arroyo Grande Disc Golf Course threads the park with desert views, short-to-mid holes, and just enough elevation to keep your bag honest. Sneak in a weeknight nine, or circle back for the full loop with friends.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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Last call for the CVS Epic Beauty Sale: Today’s your last chance to save on all sorts of self-care products at CVS, including makeup, beauty tools, skin care, hair masks, moisturizers, and more from all your favorite brands. *Shop the sale before it ends →
Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🥞 Pancakes for Patriots @ Fraternal Order of Eagles #2672 | Saturday (3/14) at 7:30 AM – Kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend with pancakes, bacon, and the best tablemates in town, our Veterans. Open to all, Chef JB and the Eagles serve a full breakfast before downtown Henderson rolls into its 58th annual parade. Carb-load, cheer loud, repeat.
🧠 Parkinson’s IQ + You @ Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Prefer straight answers over medical maze talk? The Michael J. Fox Foundation brings a free, Parkinson’s IQ+You to Henderson for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners, with guidance, the latest research, and accessible local resources, no Vegas glitz, just what helps at every stage.
☘ Shamrock Shenanigans @ The Pass Casino | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Got goods to peddle? Set up at The Pass Casino’s two-day, indoor St. Paddy’s boutique in Henderson, and catch the holiday crowd without braving the wind. Tables, chairs, linen, and power are handled, booths start at $95, first come, first served at veam.shop.
☘ St. Paddy’s Parade & Music Festival @ Johnny Mac’s Water Street Tavern | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Grab a barstool at Johnny Mac’s for downtown Henderson’s St. Paddy’s parade and music fest, pints cold, bands rolling from afternoon to last call. From Robert Starr to The Dirty Birds, expect solid tunes, familiar faces, and just enough shamrock spirit to justify an Uber.
🍷 Best Dam Prom Night Wine Walk @ Frank Crowe Park (Boulder City) | Saturday (3/14) at 3:30 PM – Prom night gets a do over with a wine walk through Boulder City’s Historic District, from Frank Crowe Park with a cup, a wristband, and a map of pours. Buy online, or pay $35 at the door, but bring your ID, chaperones mean it.
🎾 Pot of Gold Pickleball Tournament @ Chicken N Pickle – Henderson | Sunday (3/15) at 9:00 AM – This pickleball throwdown offers open play, then pick Social for laughs or Competitive for bragging rights to discuss over brunch. A $100 team ticket includes entry and a brunch pass per player. Divisions might merge, and one ticket per team, women’s, men’s, or mixed welcome.
🧶 Sip & Stitch @ Public Works Coffee Bar | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Sunday at Public Works on Water Street means yarn, caffeine, and conversation you only get when someone drops a stitch. Bring your knitting or crochet, grab a latte, and pretend this counts as self-care. They alternate with Tous Les Jours on Eastern, so pace yourself.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Henderson report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 88°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. West wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 60. West northwest wind around 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. North northeast wind 3 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 56.
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