Las Vegas valley resort employees honored with Hospitality Heroes award

Friday, April 16th, 2021, 6:06pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is shining a spotlight on the city’s hospitality workers. Earlier this year, the LVCVA launched its new Hospitality Heroes Employee Recognition Program. The goal is to highlight outstanding hospitality workers in Las Vegas.

This week, the first two winners were announced at the LVCVA Board of Directors meeting. They are Caesars Palace Dealer Benny Figgins and Waldorf Astoria Concierge Bryan Funai.

Figgins has been a dealer at Caesars Palace for 49 years. He is not only one of the few employees who have been with the casino since its opening, but he was one of the first African American dealers to work on the Strip after casinos began integrating the workforce. Colleagues say Figgins is one of the most requested dealers at the resort, and many guests return year after year to sit at his table... Read More

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Friday, April 16th, 2021, 5:40pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada is celebrating 80 years! They've been giving back to the community since 1941.

The organization says their mission hasn't stopped but only evolved over time. They're looking forward to the next 80 years and beyond.

To honor all of the giving they've done over the last eight decades, the charity hosted a special community meal for clients and staff. ... Read More

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Friday, April 16th, 2021, 5:32pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- At least 2,657 COVID-19 cases have been reported within the Clark County School District since tracking began on March 16, 2020. Ten new cases were reported Friday, and according to data, there have been a total of 1,100 positive cases among students and staff.

8 News Now brought up this concern during today's COVID update. Health officials stressed the big focus moving forward is on youth and keeping kids in school.

Health leaders are waiting for vaccine approval for children, which is still in the trial stage. This is to help them minimize the spread in schools. ... Read More

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Friday, April 16th, 2021, 5:31pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Hockey Fights Cancer Month is in October/November, but Comprehensive Cancer Centers has designed and launched a t-shirt fundraising initiative benefitting the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation during that time. "Puck Cancer" -- the shirt's message, is simple and memorable, especially for hockey fans!

"So many of us, including hockey fans alike, have been affected by a cancer diagnosis, and there is no better time to launch this fundraising effort to support Vegas Golden Knights Foundation than during Hockey Fights Cancer month," said Jon Bilstein, CEO of Comprehensive. "Through our partnership with the Vegas Golden Knights, it is important to support those battling cancer and help remind people to stay one step ahead of a prospective cancer diagnosis. We see this as another mechanism of raising awareness all while supporting the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation's compassionate endeavors throughout Southern Nevada."... Read More

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Friday, April 16th, 2021, 5:22pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A busy corner not too far from downtown is filled with hundreds of pinwheels to bring attention to Child Abuse Prevention Month.

"Our goal here today is to be recognizing the importance of families and communities working together, to strengthen families to prevent child abuse and neglect,” said District Court Judge Frank Sullivan.

Five hundred pinwheels have been planted by volunteers outside family court, near Pecos and Bonanza... Read More

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Friday, April 16th, 2021, 4:53pm

HENDERSON, Nev. (KLAS) — Centerwell Senior Primary Care has a brand-new location. It is in Henderson off Lake Mead Parkway and Water Street.

That makes eight total locations now across the valley. The newest edition celebrated its grand opening Friday.

Doctors there say Carewell facilities are different than many urgent cares or doctor's offices when it comes to clientele.

“We're totally senior-focused, which means everything is about senior care” said Dr. Laura Addis. “We have special flooring; we have special seating, and we spend a lot more time with our patients.”

Doctors are specially trained to meet the needs of seniors aged 65 and older.

Each center also features an activity center offering health education classes, fitness demonstrations and various activities designed with seniors in mind... Read More

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Friday, April 16th, 2021, 4:45pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Metro Police are searching for a man who they say committed multiple armed robberies at business across Las Vegas.

The suspect is described as follows:

Hispanic man
Late 20’s to early 30’s
Approximately 5’6” to 5’8” tall
Medium build
Wearing black baseball hat, black mask, black t-shirt, dark jeans, white shoes and black firearm

Anyone with information is urged to call the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Commercial Robbery Section at (702) 828-3591. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at (702) 385-5555 or visit www.crimestoppersofnv.com. ... Read More

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