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The Cupcake Girls: Building Respect, Resources, and Relationships

The Cupcake Girls are working towards building a world where sex trafficking is eradicated and consensual sex workers are safe and empowered.

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October 3, 2023

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Avantpop Bookstore Hosts Poetry in the Reading Room

This Sunday from 6-8:30 p.m. Avantpop Bookstore hosts their 2nd seasonal event, “Intimate Evenings of ‘Outcasts’ Poetry in the Reading Room.”

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September 23, 2023

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World Marrow Donor Day and How You Can Help

Today, World Marrow Donor Day, sheds light on the World Marrow Donor Association, the importance of registering as a stem cell donor, and the impact of blood stem cell transplantation on patients’ lives.

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September 16, 2023

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My Experience With Suicide Ideation and Suicide Prevention

In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, Amber shares her experience with suicidal ideation and loss due to suicide, and how to help prevent it.

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September 8, 2023

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No Labor Day and The Labor Movement: Past and Present

This Labor Day, dubbed ‘No Labor Day,' let's discuss past & present labor movements, & highlight ongoing strikes and unionization efforts nationwide.

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September 5, 2023

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Happy Camper Overdose Response Team: Responding to the Fentanyl Epidemic

Happy Camper Overdose Response is working to address the issue of fentanyl overdose here in Las Vegas through education and response at local events.

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August 31, 2023

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Stop For Children! How Impatience Creates Dangerous Situations

With the uptick in random gun violence this year, it can be dangerous just to cross the street when people don't want to stop for children.

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August 29, 2023

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Avantpop Bookstore and Publishing: Reading Freaks Unite!

Avantpop Books and Publishing is an independent bookstore and publisher in Las Vegas with a goal to inspire, motivate, and enlighten!

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August 11, 2023

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Ron DeSantis’s Bigoted Book Bans

Book bans are never a sign of a healthy society. So Florida Governor Ron DeSantis limiting students' access to certain books is concerning.

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July 15, 2023

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Ron DeSantis and His “War on Woke”

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has disturbed the nation with several alarming new bills he's implemented in Florida to fight the "War on Woke."

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July 4, 2023