By Kirk Kern Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a non-profit organization that builds twin beds for youths ages 3 to 17 across the Las Vegas Valley, but it definitely has a major Skye Canyon presence. The local chapter president, Chris McDowell, has lived in Skye Canyon since 2017 as does Delivery Coordinator Ileana Privetera. Robin Trainer, another volunteer, also lives … [Read more...] about Non-profit group builds beds for kids who don’t have them
‘Mrs. Skye Canyon’ Flaggard competes for state crown
215 News Melynda Flaggard represented Skye Canyon in the recent Mrs. Nevada-America Pageant on June 6 at the Aliante Hotel-Casino. And while she didn’t come away with the crown, she did earn the Ambassador of Good Will trophy at the event. “This is my first pageant at the age of 59,” said Flaggard, who moved to Las Vegas and Skye Canyon four years ago from the Seattle … [Read more...] about ‘Mrs. Skye Canyon’ Flaggard competes for state crown
Simons says, ‘It’s time to buy a new mattress!
By Kirk Kern If you live in Skye Canyon, or really anywhere in Northwest Las Vegas, there is actually a decent chance Kevin Simons has sold you the mattress you’re sleeping on. Simons owns and operates America’s Mattress at 6720 N. Durango Drive. He recently celebrated his one-year anniversary of his business. But prior to that he had a long and successful run at a … [Read more...] about Simons says, ‘It’s time to buy a new mattress!
Publisher’s Note: I’m not usually one to complain … but
By Kirk Kern There is almost nothing that isn’t enjoyable about putting this newspaper together. Talking to people for articles. Great. Laying out the issue on an InDesign file. Fun. Even selling ads, which is something I didn’t go to school for and never thought I would ever have to do. Not bad. Bookkeeping and collections. Not always fun, but feels OK when … [Read more...] about Publisher’s Note: I’m not usually one to complain … but
Skye Canyon sisters devoted to Special Olympics
By Kirk Kern Special Olympics is a big part of the McCullough family’s Skye Canyon household. Christine McCullough has competed in various Special Olympics events for more than 40 years and she has a drawer full of medals to prove it. Sister Tammy McCullough is an officer for the new Nevada chapter of the organization. “I’ve met a lot of friends and coaches,” … [Read more...] about Skye Canyon sisters devoted to Special Olympics