** 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
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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
Many Downtown Summerlin restaurants back in dine-in mode
As of Wednesday,, less than half of the dining options at Downtown Summerlin were offering dine-in service. Following is a list of those offering dine-in, according to the Downtown Summerlin website. Crazy Pita Earl of Sandwich Grape Street Wine Bar Maggiano’s Little Italy Makers & Finders Mora Iced Creamery Nekter Juice Bar Sushi Loca True … [Read more...] about Many Downtown Summerlin restaurants back in dine-in mode
Immunize Nevada concerned about drop in state’s immunization rates amid COVID-19
Immunize Nevada, Nevada’s only statewide nonprofit dedicated to immunizations with offices in Reno and Las Vegas, is concerned about the recent decline in immunization rates throughout Nevada due to the COVID-19 crisis. The pandemic has caused parents and caregivers in Nevada and across the nation to postpone routine well-child checkups, including immunizations. This … [Read more...] about Immunize Nevada concerned about drop in state’s immunization rates amid COVID-19