Mandy Walton

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Where the beautiful people live: Wednesday, July 29, 2009; Over the weekend, I went to a church dinner with my husband’s family. They live on the other side of the valley, in Las Vegas. At our table were a couple of people I did not know. My husband, who spent his teenage years in Las Vegas, seemed to know them. The woman asked where we live. “Out in Henderson,” my husband said. “Oh....Henderson,” the woman answered. “That’s where all the beautiful people live.”
Henderson lauded as a ‘playful’ city: Tuesday, July 21, 2009; While Forbes Magazine voted Henderson one of the “most boring” cities, back in January, KaBoom!, a national non-profit organization, has recognized the city as a Playful City USA for 2009. This is the second year Henderson has received this honor.
Hot day, lost lady: Monday, July 20, 2009; The story I’m about to relate makes my blood boil. Friday, it was 110 degrees. I was on Van Wagenen and saw a woman pull over to help an older lady who was in the street with a walker. I stopped my car to see if they needed help. The elderly lady was dressed in pink sweatpants, slippers, and had a sweatshirt and sweater on, as well as a knit cap. She moved very slowly, and it’s unclear how long she had been outside in the heat.
Summer nights at Mission Hills Park: Saturday, July 11, 2009; The days are scorchers! I don’t know how anyone ventures out into the hot sun in the middle of a day like any we’ve had this week. I’d rather head out when the sun is just starting to go down—it’s still at least 105 degrees, but the sun isn’t blaring in your face, reminding you of how warm it is.
Meet the author of book about Cold War plane crash on Mount Charleston: Friday, July 10, 2009; Author signing Kyril D. Plaskon will be signing copies of her book, “Silent Heroes of the Cold War Declassified,” from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at The District.
Fourth of July a reason to celebrate: Wednesday, July 8, 2009; Independence Day went off smoothly in Downtown Henderson. The festivities on Water Street and in the City Hall Events Plaza were attended by hundreds of local families aiming to have fun and save money by attending the free event.
Boardhouse Serious Sandwiches are seriously good: Friday, July 3, 2009; In late May, a new sandwich shop opened its doors in Henderson. Boardhouse Serious Sandwiches took up residence in the Albertsons shopping center at Lake Mead Parkway and Boulder Highway and, from what I can tell, has quickly gained popularity.
Unemployment hits hard at home: Monday, June 29, 2009; “Unemployment,” “recession,” and “economy” are three words my toddler-son will probably start rattling off soon. They are mentioned all too often in our home.
Local Web developer makes it big: Thursday, June 25, 2009; There are quite a few well-known people who either live, work or play in our community. Today, I’d like to introduce you to one who has put Henderson on the map internationally. Web developer Anthony Decena, principal and chief technology officer of Mindelusions, Inc., is also a life-long Henderson resident and graduate of Basic High School has done just that. His biggest client is the Estee Lauder Companies.
Libraries provide a host of activities for Henderson teens: Monday, June 22, 2009; I am dedicated to finding constructive things for kids in Henderson to do this summer. It’s hot, the days are long, and sometimes you just don’t feel like going outside. Well, the good news is that our newly re-opened Green Valley Library has some great programs planned for teens, ages 12-17.