Henderson Daily Brief: Lake Mead Parkway input, I-11 brush fire, and a women-in-fire workshop

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Henderson is collecting public feedback on the future of Lake Mead Parkway, with an open-house style meeting scheduled for today (Thursday) from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in downtown. The corridor study focuses on the stretch between Interstate 11 and Lake Las Vegas, with an eye on safety, congestion, and how people move through the area on foot, bike, transit, and by car.

If you cannot make it in person, the city is also taking comments through an online survey open through March 15. City staff have emphasized that this phase is a study and community listening effort, not immediate construction.

I-11 brush fire briefly snarls traffic

A brush fire near I-11 and Sunset Road on Tuesday morning led to temporary lane and ramp closures while crews worked the scene. Officials said the closure was expected to be short as firefighters contained the fire, and no injuries were reported in early updates.

Henderson Fire seeks more women in the field

Henderson Fire Department is hosting a free ‘women in fire service’ workshop on Saturday, April 11, offering a hands-on look at the job. Organizers say participants will practice skills like handling hoses, climbing an aerial ladder, and learning CPR and bleeding control, with limited spots available and registration closing March 31.

What it means for residents

• Expect extra traffic attention around Lake Mead Parkway and downtown corridors as planning efforts ramp up.
• For commuters, Tuesday’s brush fire is a reminder that quick closures can pop up near major interchanges, especially on windy, dry days.
• For job seekers, the April workshop is a low-stakes way to explore a public-safety career path and meet training staff.

Sources

• https://www.fox5vegas.com/2026/02/25/henderson-seeks-input-lake-mead-parkway-improvements/
• https://www.cityofhenderson.com/government/departments/community-development-and-services/special-projects/lake-mead-pkwy-corridor-study
• https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/large-brush-fire-prompts-road-152325005.html
• https://www.fox5vegas.com/2026/02/24/henderson-fire-invites-women-workshop-hands-on-experience/