Happening in Henderson: Camels, Cabbages, and Calder Cup Dreams

Henderson authorities recently responded to a public safety incident at Lake Mead near Callville Bay, where two individuals sustained injuries during a vessel-related occurrence. Separately, the Henderson Fire Department addressed a vehicle fire on Ballerina Drive, close to Warm Springs and Lake Mead Parkway, which involved one individual. Additionally, authorities removed numerous animals, including various birds, turtles, dogs, and cats, from a local residence following an animal welfare check.

The city council also approved a permit allowing a resident to keep two camels, named Moses and Abraham, within city limits. This decision came after a period of review regarding their classification. In education news, the Clark County School District finalized new start times for the 2026-27 school year: high schools will begin at 8:30 a.m., middle schools at 7:30 a.m., and elementary schools at 9:15 a.m. Thirty-two local schools received the "Purple Star" designation for their support of military families.

In local business, Chewie's, a new Southern California-inspired restaurant, has opened on St. Rose Parkway near Paseo Verde, offering various taco selections. Sports enthusiasts can celebrate the Vegas Golden Knights' Game 1 victory in their current playoff series. The Henderson Silver Knights are also commencing their Calder Cup playoff run this Wednesday at Lee's Family Forum, with tickets now available. Upcoming community events include a wine mixer, a family-friendly social with activities like water slides and a petting zoo, a car event, and a rolling hills hike through Seven Hills.

Regarding local infrastructure, the "Reimagine Boulder Highway" project continues, with a closure on Coogan Drive east of Boulder Highway and median work near Wagon Wheel. Nightly lane reductions are also in effect on I-215 between Pecos and Stephanie for lighting upgrades. Weather forecasts indicate warm temperatures this week, with a high of 92 degrees today, Monday, before a cooling trend mid-week. The local housing market saw the median home price in Henderson at $541,990 in March, with properties typically staying on the market for an average of 61 days.