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Home Depot Hosts Workshop for Military Members Transitioning to Civilian Workforce

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2012, 1:55pm

The Home Depot is hosting career workshops around the country this weekend focused transitioning members of the military into the civilian workforce.

The initiative is called Mission: Transition and a Civilian Career Workshop is planned for the Las Vegas valley. The seminar will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Home Depot at 1275 West Craig Road in North Las Vegas.

Active military members and veterans will learn job search strategies, ways to create a strong resume and tips for a great interview. To register, go to homedepotmilitary.com.

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Goodwill Receives Grant to Start Veterans Work Program

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor

Monday, October 15th, 2012, 3:09pm

A grant to Goodwill of Southern Nevada is expected to help hundreds of veterans and their spouses back into the work force.

Nevada Women's Philanthropy granted Goodwill $350,000 to set up the Veteran Integration Program. With the money, the nonprofit will be able to hire three full-time career specialists with a background in the military to help veterans transition out of the military and into the civilian workforce.

The new program is expected to be up and running in the next 30 days. The program organizers hope to help 400 veterans in southern Nevada over the next two-years.

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Program Helps Vets Shift Gears to Civilian Life

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor

Monday, September 10th, 2012, 2:02pm

A program sponsored by the American Red Cross helped match candiates with a jobs program at MGM Resorts.

When Jessica Menendez returned from Afghanistan in January, she hoped to find a civilian job that was as rewarding and challenging as her military service.

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Cup Race to Set Chase Field Shown on Large Screen at LVMS Bullring

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Friday, September 7th, 2012, 12:08pm

Cup Race to Set Chase Field Shown on Large Screen at LVMS Bullring

Catch the big boys and the up-and-comers at the speedway.

NASCAR fans don't have to miss out if they want to see live racing at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Bullring.

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Career Fair Organizers want Military Members to See Their Potential

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor

Tuesday, July 10th, 2012, 4:36pm

Career Fair Organizers want Military Members to See Their Potential

More than 700 people came to a job fair held Tuesday specifically for members of the military who are transitioning out, military spouses and veterans.

The career fair was hosted by Military.com and the Non-Commissioned Officers Association. More than 55 employers were there looking to hire or take in resumes. The employers are all businesses interested in finding former members of the military.

The organizers say they’re not only interested in finding jobs for people. They are also interested in helping members of the military translate the skills they already have into a civilian job.

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Members of Military, Spouses and Veterans Focus of Job Fair

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor

Monday, July 9th, 2012, 2:42pm

A career fair planned for this week will focus on members of the military, their spouses and veterans.

Military.com and the Non-Commissioned Officers Association are holding a job fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino.

The job fair will feature businesses looking to hire service members, veterans and the spouses of service members. People interested in attending need to register at military.com.

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Clark County Fire Department Hiring for 60 Positions

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012, 1:22pm

Clark County Fire Department Hiring for 60 Positions

A limited number of applicants will be accepted by Clark County for firefighter and firefighter paramedic openings.

Applications for more than 60 positions are being accepted June 19 through July 3 and must be submitted online at www.ClarkCountyNV.gov. No more applications will be accepted once 2,500 persons have applied.

Outreach sessions are scheduled throughout the valley and are open to anyone interested in receiving information about the application process, employment requirements, the testing process and test-taking tips. There also will be a question-and-answer session.

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