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🌱 Henderson neighbors shaken after deadly shooting at Hampton Court complex

Henderson, Nevada Patch AM: a 5 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Henderson neighbors shaken after deadly shooting at Hampton Court complex
  • Henderson teen critically hurt in e-scooter crosswalk crash
  • Why Henderson’s busy Water Street crosswalk has neighbors on edge

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and delightful, with a high of 74 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and delightful, temps: high: 79, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Sunny and comfortable, with a high of 78 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Henderson police investigate shooting that killed woman at Hampton Court complex home (ktnv.com) — A woman in her 40s was shot and killed Thursday morning at the Hampton Court complex near Warm Springs Road and Center Street in Henderson, and police say no arrests have been made yet. Neighbors describe frequent police activity and growing fear for their children’s safety as investigators work to determine what happened and promise more information soon.
   

2. Neighbor's video shows moments after Henderson teen is struck in crosswalk (news3lv.com) — A 14-year-old Basic High School student is in critical condition after being struck by a car while riding her e-scooter through a marked crosswalk at Racetrack and Blue Lantern in Henderson. Neighbors say drivers often speed through the area and are now rethinking e-scooter safety, while the girl’s family remains at her side as a growing tribute appears nearby.
   

3. Some drivers ignore pedestrians in Henderson crosswalk, including person with baby stroller (fox5vegas.com) — Drivers are failing to stop for pedestrians at a flashing crosswalk on Water Street in Henderson, even when someone is pushing a baby stroller, prompting a safety reminder from city police. Residents and safety advocates say inattentive driving, not faulty equipment, is the problem and urge both drivers and walkers to be more cautious as Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month continues.
   

4. Henderson chocolate shop empowers people facing barriers, hiring for holidays (fox5vegas.com) — A Henderson chocolate shop, Sugar and Spice, is hiring about five more employees for the holiday rush while offering hands-on training to people facing barriers to employment, including disabilities and foster youth. Owner Sheri Long emphasizes building real job skills, from food handling to teamwork, giving young workers like 18-year-old Noah Chambers confidence, income, and a pathway toward future careers.
   

5. Echo & Rig partner acknowledges unpaid employees, promises full pay within about six weeks (ktnv.com) — Echo & Rig’s partner says losses at the Henderson restaurant have strained the company’s other locations, contributing to bounced checks and delayed pay for some workers. He estimates under $50,000 in wages remain outstanding and promises everyone, including former employees, will be paid within about six weeks as investors inject new funds, while warning the Henderson site could close if changes fail.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • She is HOME!!!!
    6 Days 18 hours on her own!!! Don’t ever loose hope. I opened up the back door and she ran in. So grateful Headed out to take down our 50 fliers… (Nextdoor Emerald Valley)
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    Please message me if she’s yours so I can help get her back home! (Nextdoor Boulder Creek)
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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How long is a minute?" — It depends what side of the door you are on. (Thank you Richard E. for sending it in!)
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