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Local news coverage and broadcast segments about the Cactus Trails project, listed in the order they aired.

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Broadcast segments in the order they aired (oldest first).

News 3 Las Vegas — Las VegasAugust 20, 2025

Mountains Edge residents have meeting regarding proposed affordable housing community

Residents gathered at a community meeting to discuss and voice concerns about the proposed Cactus Trails affordable housing development in the Mountain's Edge area.

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8 News Now — Las VegasAugust 28, 2025

Las Vegas neighborhood turns out at first vote on affordable housing zoning

Mountain's Edge residents packed a community meeting to oppose the Cactus Trails affordable housing project, while the developer emphasized the eligibility requirements for prospective buyers.

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Articles

External coverage, op-eds, and community statements.

News 3 Las Vegas (KSNV)October 11, 2024

More than 200 homes planned for Las Vegas land bought from federal government

Clark County purchased 20 acres of BLM land in the Mountain's Edge area — appraised at $20 million — for just $2,000 under the Southern Nevada Public Land Act to build the 'Cactus Trails' affordable single-family home development.

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Las Vegas SunOctober 11, 2024

Cheap Clark County BLM land sale made for affordable housing project

Coverage of the signing ceremony for Cactus Trails by Mountain's Edge, transferring 20 acres of public land to Clark County for an affordable housing project in southwest Las Vegas.

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KTNV Channel 13July 24, 2025

New affordable housing development sparks mixed reactions from Las Vegas residents

More than 200 affordable homes are planned along Cactus Avenue between Rainbow and Buffalo. County officials say the 210-home development will create opportunities for teachers, nurses and first responders, while some neighbors share concerns about the impact on their community.

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