Armed Forces Chamber Blog

The Armed Forces Chamber proudly joined the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District (LVCCLD) in celebrating the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new Passport Services Offices inside the Rainbow Library (3150 N Buffalo Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89128). This is the Library District’s second location offering this high-demand service, following the successful pilot program at Windmill Library where nearly 8,000 applications have been processed since opening in 2017. The new office provides residents with a convenient, local option for this necessary government process. As an official Passport Acceptance Facility, the new office verifies identity and reviews passport application documents to be processed by the U.S. Department of State, and processes documents for first-time applicants. The well-attended event welcomed more than 50 guests, including Chamber members, library leaders, community partners, and local residents eager to explore this new community resource that brings convenient p...

On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, community leader and philanthropist Andre’ Haynes proudly attended the Veterans Memorial Fundraiser Kickoff at the Thunderbird Family Sports Complex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event marked the launch of a $10 million initiative dedicated to preserving and relocating 18 cherished bronze statues that honor military service members from various wars in American history. The statues will be moved from the Grant Sawyer State Building to a new memorial park in northwest Las Vegas, creating a lasting space for remembrance and reflection. The project is a collaborative effort between the City of Las Vegas and the State of Nevada. Funding is being coordinated through the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, a nonprofit founded in 2017 by former Mayor Carolyn Goodman to support city programs and projects through private-sector contributions. According to the organization, the new memorial will feature an open-air promenade, an amphitheater, and educational displays that...

PAHRUMP, NV — On Saturday, November 8, 2025, community leader and Armed Forces Chamber founder Andre’ Haynes attended the Trump-Reagan Conservative Dinner at the Pahrump Nugget , hosted by the Nye County Republican Party . The highly anticipated annual event drew more than 250 guests for an evening of patriotism, recognition, and fellowship . Haynes opened the program with inspiring opening remarks that set the tone for the evening, emphasizing leadership, service, and unity . During the program, he joined Leo Blundo, Chair of the Nye County Republican Party, in presenting special recognition to Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony and Joe Hoft , acknowledging their dedication and contributions to the state and community. During intermission, Chris Palermo of KPVM-TV Channel 25 conducted an on-camera interview with Haynes , discussing the event’s impact and his ongoing collaboration with Nye County’s leaders and organizations. The evening featured candidate speeches, keynote and...

  Friends of Parkinson’s, in partnership with community organizations including the Armed Forces Chamber, proudly presented “A Salute to Our Veterans” at the Vista Park Retirement Community in North Las Vegas. The event, held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., marked a heartfelt tribute to local veterans, drawing more than 100 honorees from the community. This marks the second year that the Armed Forces Chamber has supported the event. Last year, Andre’ Haynes, Founder and CEO of the Armed Forces Chamber, emceed the program held at the Atomic Museum. This year, the event was emceed by Phillip Washington , honorary board member of the Armed Forces Chamber, who led the audience through a morning filled with music, entertainment, and recognition of veterans’ service. Attendees were treated to a USO-style show featuring classic tunes and lively performances , creating a joyful and patriotic atmosphere for all. In addition, special awards were presented to veterans, highlighting their contr...