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“The Obesity-Hunger Paradox” Response

Despite America being one of the wealthiest and overweight countries, the levels of hunger and food-insecurity occurring at the same time are cause for concern. Marc Orkins breaks down his response to the Obesity-Hunger Paradox (by Sam Dolnick), covering the issues at hand and how to address them.

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August 14, 2020

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Fifth Sun Project Continues Working to Build Community Solidarity

Local culture and community-focused organization, Fifth Sun Project, has been hard at work in the Las Vegas community, from providing help and resources throughout the pandemic, to helping local efforts in response to recent anti-racism protests. Read more to learn about this amazing organization and how they uplift the community!

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August 3, 2020

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Get Outdoors Nevada Promotes Public Lands Stewardship Virtually Throughout the Pandemic

Get Outdoors Nevada has been hard at work helping people in the community to be active in our state's public lands and spaces, while encouraging the care of these areas at the same time. Read more to learn how they've continued their mission despite the setbacks of the pandemic!

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July 31, 2020

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Hearts Alive Village Keeps Pets Out of the Pound

Hearts Alive Village has been hard at work keeping pets out of the shelter and with their families, despite the hurdles that COVID-19 has put many Las Vegas pet-parents through recently. Read more to learn how this local animal rescue is helping the community!

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July 24, 2020

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Art Cafe Thrives on the East Side With Help From the Community

New to the East LV community, Art Cafe Las Vegas has managed to blossom through the pandemic, becoming a favorite spot for locals. Read more to learn how they've grown these last few months!

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July 10, 2020

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Paws Off The Table Serves Sweet Treats to Primo Pups

Paws Off The Table, local dog treat maker, has continued to thrive during the pandemic and serve the Las Vegas community's pets! Read more to learn about how the business has managed during the shutdown and what is in store for the near future!

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June 25, 2020

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Monthly Pop-up Market Goes Digital in Continued Support of Local Creatives

Market in the Alley, a monthly pop-up market in Downtown Las Vegas, has converted to a virtual market in response to the pandemic. Read to learn more about how they've continued supporting the community and local small business.

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June 12, 2020

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Local Non-profit Continues to Bring Joy and Smiles to Area Hospitals

Due to the pandemic, a local non-profit that visits children in the hospital dressed as comic book heroes has had to adapt to the situation in order to keep supporting the community. Read more to learn how!

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June 9, 2020

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Local Youths Join Strip Protests to Support the Community

At the beginning of the protests, the youth of the community came out in support. We spoke with some who came out to hand out water to protesters and join the protest themselves, and discuss the topic of police brutality.

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June 7, 2020

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The Privilege of “Color Blindness”

The goal is not to be "color-blind". The goal is to see, acknowledge, and understand the experiences, histories, and traumas of other groups of people. And understanding all that helps to understand the Black Lives Matter movement.

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June 6, 2020