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University of Phoenix and City of North Las Vegas Hold Event Announcing Jacob Kirkegard as Recipient of Scholarship Named for Late Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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University of Phoenix is pleased to announce Jacob Kirkegard as the recipient of the 2022 Tyrone Thompson Scholarship, a full-tuition scholarship for prospective student applicants from the state of Nevada pursuing an undergraduate degree, at an October 2 event in collaboration with the City of North Las Vegas, Nevada.

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to announce Jacob Kirkegard as the recipient of the 2022 Tyrone Thompson Scholarship, a full-tuition scholarship for prospective student applicants from the state of Nevada pursuing an undergraduate degree, at an October 2 event in collaboration with the City of North Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • “It was a privilege to join the North Las Vegas community to celebrate Jacob Kirkegard as the 4th AnnualAssemblyman Tyrone Thompson Scholarship recipient,” shared Perdue.
  • Nevada Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson, also known as “T-Squared,” was chair of the North Las Vegas Assembly Education Committee when he suddenly passed away in May 2019, at the age of 51.
  • His untimely passing inspired the creation of the Tyrone Thompson Scholarship as a way for the University to honor Thompson for years to come.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Honors Law Enforcement

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Monday, May 15, 2023
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Dallas, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is honoring law enforcement officers across the country for National Police Week.

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  • Dallas, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is honoring law enforcement officers across the country for National Police Week.
  • The popular, Texas-style barbecue brand will spend National Police Week, May 14th – May 20th, honoring the courageous men and women that protect and serve our communities every day.
  • Each law enforcement officer visiting Dickey’s this week will receive an iconic Big Yellow Cup for FREE with their purchase of $10 or more.
  • “At Dickey’s we are passionate about supporting the law enforcement officers who risk their lives to protect our communities,” said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We value the opportunity to recognize these officers with a small token of our appreciation during National Police Appreciation Week.”
    Guests can also bring the barbecue home, keep your guests out of the kitchen and around the table.

The Dickey Foundation Presents First Responders Grants Across the West Coast

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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The Dickey Foundation recently headed west to deliver two grant donations.

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  • The Dickey Foundation recently headed west to deliver two grant donations.
  • “At The Dickey Foundation we are so grateful for the brave first responders across our country.” said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit.
  • Any generous donation you make to The Dickey Foundation will help continue to support our first responders.
  • To learn more about The Dickey Foundation, you can follow them on Facebook or Instagram .

NSSF'S PROJECT CHILDSAFE, LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN PD, USCCA, BASS PRO SHOPS, AND LOCAL LEADERS ADDRESS FIREARM SAFETY, SUICIDE PREVENTION IN LAS VEGAS

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Saturday, September 17, 2022
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"Since September is also Suicide Prevention Month, this is a great opportunity to talk about preventing access by at-risk individuals.

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  • "Since September is also Suicide Prevention Month, this is a great opportunity to talk about preventing access by at-risk individuals.
  • We are grateful to USSCA, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Bass Pro Shops and all our local partners for joining us in this effort to save lives."
  • The program has also partnered with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department to make thousands of free gun locks available to residents.
  • "These locks and materials are available to everyone no questions asked," said Sheriff Joseph Lombardo of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

Touro University Nevada partners with Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department to teach life-saving critical care

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022
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LAS VEGAS, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Touro University Nevada, home to Nevada's largest medical school, announces the Las Vegas Crisis Response Medical Training Program with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). The program offers comprehensive medical training and curriculum for Metro officers to help save lives in emergency crime situations in Las Vegas.  

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  • The program offers comprehensive medical training and curriculum for Metro officers to help save lives in emergency crime situations in Las Vegas.
  • "This collaboration allows our officers to enhance their abilities to apply critical care during any situation," said Christopher Darcy, Undersheriff, LVMPD.
  • Thanks to the Engelstad Foundation, Touro University Nevada and Metro are working together to ensure that our first responders can provide life-saving care when they arrive on scene.
  • The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is the largest police agency in the state of Nevada serving approximately 1.7 million residents and 32-million visitors a year.

HOPE for Prisoners Names New Center in Honor of Billy Walters

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Friday, February 18, 2022
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LAS VEGAS, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HOPE for Prisoners, a Nevada-based nonprofit, today announced its new Las Vegas facility will be called the Billy Walters Center for Second Chances in honor of the substantial gift made by Billy and Susan Walters.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HOPE for Prisoners, a Nevada-based nonprofit, today announced its new Las Vegas facility will be called the Billy Walters Center for Second Chances in honor of the substantial gift made by Billy and Susan Walters.
  • HOPE for Prisoners provides the formerly incarcerated with long-term support andservices as they work to reclaim their lives, families, and standing in the community.
  • Walters noted that Hope for Prisoners graduates more than 450 formerly incarcerated people every year, setting them on a path to lifelong success.
  • The Billy Walters Center for Second Chances will open in April 2022, coinciding with Second Chance Month.

Public Safety Foundation Network Launches to Support First Responder Agencies and the Communities They Serve

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 20 public responder foundations united today to launch the Public Safety Foundation Network (PSFN) , the only coalition of nonprofits that support the work of first responder agenciesincluding police, fire, and emergency medical services (EMS).

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  • LAS VEGAS, Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 20 public responder foundations united today to launch the Public Safety Foundation Network (PSFN) , the only coalition of nonprofits that support the work of first responder agenciesincluding police, fire, and emergency medical services (EMS).
  • The PSFN encourages any first responder foundation to join as an inaugural member, which will be open until December 2021.
  • Charter members for the PSFN include: Aurora Police Foundation, Bellevue Police Foundation, Brookings Police Department Foundation, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Foundation, Corpus Christi Police Foundation, Detroit Public Safety Foundation, Fayetteville Police Foundation, Grand Rapids Police Foundation, Indy Public Safety Foundation, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation, Nassau County Police Foundation, Phoenix Police Foundation, San Diego Police Foundation, Seattle Police Foundation, Sherwood Police Foundation, St. Louis Police Foundation, The Central Indiana Police Foundation, The Cleveland Police Foundation, Tulsa Police Foundation, Vancouver Police Foundation
    The Public Safety Foundation Network (PSFN) is a coalition of nonprofits that supports the work of first responder agencies, including police, fire, and EMS, by providing resources that make first responders more effective within their communities.
  • By serving those who serve us, we make communities across North America stronger and safer.

Crossroads of Southern NV Receives Prestigious Joint Commission Accredited Addiction Treatment Status

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Thursday, August 26, 2021
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CrossRoads of Southern Nevada , NV's largest drug and alcohol addiction treatment center, announced today that they have received the Joint Commission Accredited Addiction Treatment status.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Aug. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CrossRoads of Southern Nevada , NV's largest drug and alcohol addiction treatment center, announced today that they have received the Joint Commission Accredited Addiction Treatment status.
  • CrossRoads strives for a 75-day treatment plan in rehab and sober living environment to further guarantee success, while consistently increasing the utilization of Medication Assisted Treatment.
  • ABOUT CROSSROADS OF SOUTHERN NEVADA:
    Founded in 2017, CrossRoads of Southern Nevada approaches care of the most vulnerable of our population those with addiction issues, mental health issues, and those with co-occurring addiction and mental health struggles with a whole-person approach.
  • CrossRoads provides clients with a continuum of care with a variety of wrap around services, in partnership with many strategic partners.

2021 Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept. K-9 Calendar "Unleashed"

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020
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LAS VEGAS, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --With the challenging year of 2020 winding down, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation is already helping you prepare for the "dog days" of the new year by publishing the paw-some 2021 LVMPD K-9 Calendar .

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  • LAS VEGAS, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --With the challenging year of 2020 winding down, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation is already helping you prepare for the "dog days" of the new year by publishing the paw-some 2021 LVMPD K-9 Calendar .
  • The twelve-month calendar features beautifully photographed images of our unique city's favorite furry four-legged heroes as they enjoy some of the most iconic "Only in Vegas" moments.
  • Proceeds from the 2021 LVMPD K-9 Calendar will benefit the LVMPD Foundation to help support hundreds of programs and initiatives that help keep our community safer, including the LVMPD K-9 Section active and retired officer dogs.
  • Established in 1999 to advance collaboration between our police officers and the communities they serve, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation is dedicated to public safety initiatives that prevent crime, save lives, and make Southern Nevada a safer place to live, work, and visit.

Associa Nevada South Client Hosts Community Outreach Event

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Wednesday, September 2, 2020
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Las Vegas, NV, Sept. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa Nevada South client community,Manzanita HOA,recently hosted a community outreach event for Manzanita staff, residents, and community members, to promote positive police-community relationships.

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  • Las Vegas, NV, Sept. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa Nevada South client community,Manzanita HOA,recently hosted a community outreach event for Manzanita staff, residents, and community members, to promote positive police-community relationships.
  • The community outreach event, organized by an Associa community manager and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD), was created to promote peace and unity, connect local law enforcement with residents, and encourage the community to engage in critical conversations with police.
  • Associa Direct Connect, a division of Associa that connects Associa-managed communities with entertainment offerings, provided the food, drinks, and snacks for the event, while Associa Nevada South mailed flyers to all residents, inviting them to participate.
  • We are also committed to strengthening them through strategic efforts that promote community spirit and connect residents through a sense of unity,stated Tiffany Dessaints,CMCA, AMS, PCAM, Associa Nevada South president.