** story updated at 6:38 p.m. on Friday, May 15 The Clark County Fire Department is preparing for a busy wildland fire season and reminds residents about the potential for wildfires during the spring and summer months when vegetation is driest. This year, CCFD has a new utility vehicle that can be deployed in hard-to-reach desert areas and fire crews will be practicing … [Read more...] about County Gearing Up for Busy Wildland Fire Season
Nevada State Bank secures approval for 4,200+ PPP loans
Based on processed applications as of May 13,, Nevada State Bank has announced approval for 4,255 U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans totaling $592,005,500. More than 68% of the loans were made to businesses with fewer than 10 employees and approximately 82% … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank secures approval for 4,200+ PPP loans
More restaurants delve back into dine-in
When the governor announced last Thursday that restaurants could re-open with certain restrictions on Saturday, it was a big sigh of relief for the restaurant scene. But in many cases, most eateries just weren't ready to open up their dining rooms. Some just needed a bit more time. Following is a round-up of some Summerlin-area restaurants that have now re-opened or … [Read more...] about More restaurants delve back into dine-in
Coping with stress of social distancing
By Garrett Estrada For those stuck at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the stress of social distancing and self isolating can feel like its own battle at times. For people who suffer from mental health disorders, it can feel like a war. But according to OptumCare’s Senior Medical Director John Rhodes, it’s a war that can be won, one day at a time. “The people … [Read more...] about Coping with stress of social distancing
Help LVMPD identify burglary suspects
Summerlin Area Command Investigators are trying to identify 2 Subjects that are Persons of Interest or may have information regarding a Burglary Spree. The Burglaries are targeting elderly victims in a nursing facility. Please take a look at the attached images. If you can identify either subject or have any additional information on the crime(s) we urge you to contact … [Read more...] about Help LVMPD identify burglary suspects