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A waterfront Father's Day: Nevada families celebrate dads at Lake Mead
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Families across Southern Nevada celebrated Father’s Day by heading to Lake Mead, trading the city heat for a cool escape on the water.
Under the warm summer sun, fathers and their children enjoyed boating, fishing, and making memories together at the popular recreation spot.
“Beautiful day to be in the water,” said Jeff Boothe.
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A waterfront Father’s Day: Nevada families celebrate dads at Lake Mead
Families came together to celebrate the men who have shown devotion and protection as they guide sons and daughters through life.
When I asked Stanley Lee, the youngest of four siblings, what his dad means to him, he didn’t hesitate.
“A lot. He means a lot. Like, I wouldn’t be in this world without him,” said Stanley Lee.
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Stanley and his dad, Standford Lee, made the two-hour trek from Crystal, Nevada to Lake Mead for a day full of laughter, love, and lasting memories.
“Probably look around, see if we can fish,” said Stanley Lee.
“Enjoy the kids,” said Standford Lee.
Andrew Nichols had different plans for celebrating the day.
“We are going to be going on a boat and jet skis. We’re going to swim,” he shared.
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Andrew celebrated this special day with a man who has played a big role in his life, though not his biological father.
“I’m celebrating with my mom’s boyfriend,” said Andrew Nichols. “He’s kind of like a dad to me. And he’s really awesome and he is really nice and he really respects me and my family.”
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The 2025 Nevada high school football regional playoffs began on Friday, October 31. The North and South Regionals will set the State Championship brackets, which begin November 14-15.
High School On SI has brackets for every classification in the Nevada high school football playoffs. The playoffs culminate with the championship games on November 22 and 25.
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 1A Football Bracket (select to view full bracket details)
Eureka at Mineral County – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
Wells at Carlin – 11/08 at 1 p.m. PST
Indian Springs at Tonopah – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
Spring Mountain at Pahranagat Valley – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 2A Football Bracket
TBD at Pershing County – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Incline at Battle Mountain – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
White Pine at Needles – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Lake Mead Academy at Lincoln County – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 3A Football Bracket
Spring Creek at Truckee – 11/01 at 1 p.m. PDT
Fernley at Churchill County – 11/08 at 7 p.m. PST
Boulder City at Virgin Valley – 11/08 at 7 p.m. PST
Pahrump Valley at Moapa Valley – 11/08 at 7 p.m. PST
Truckee/Spring Creek at Elko – 11/08 at 7 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 4A Football Bracket
North Valleys at McQueen – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Reno at Carson – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Mater Academy East at Pinecrest Academy – Sloan Canyon – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Sports Leadership & Management at Clark – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 5A Football Bracket
Douglas at Spanish Springs – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
Reed at Bishop Manogue – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Green Valley at Centennial – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
Faith Lutheran at Las Vegas – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Open Division Football Bracket
Foothill at Bishop Gorman – 11/14 at 6 p.m. PST
Arbor View at Liberty – 11/14 at 6 p.m. PST
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LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Have you ever wondered why state and local government offices close on Nevada Day? Or what does Nevada Day even stand for?
Nevada Day marks the anniversary of the “Battle Born” state being admitted to the Union by Abraham Lincoln on Oct. 31, 1864, during the Civil War, according to a proclamation signed by the governor.
Governor Joe Lombardo signed the proclamation, which continued the tradition to celebrate the rich history and accomplishments of the Silver State, according to the government document.
In observance of Nevada Day, residents should expect the following offices to be closed:
- State Offices
- County Offices
- City Offices
- Clark County School District Offices
- Libraries
- Nevada Division of Insurance
Officials encourage Nevadans to enjoy the festivities offered across the valley in honor of those who helped shape what Nevada is today.
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