Every Nevada county in ‘low’ COVID community transmission level, CDC says
Clark County showed a slight uptick in COVID-19 cases in the state’s weekly update. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/clark-county/every-nevada-county-in-low-covid-community-transmission-level-cdc-says-2553781/
COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations dip in Clark County
Cases and hospitalizations, already at low levels, continue to trend downward. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/covid-19-cases-hospitalizations-dip-in-clark-county-2771808/
Valley of Fire State Park rich with beauty, history and adventure
With its red and orange Aztec sandstone formations surrounded by mountains of gray and tan limestone, Valley of Fire State Park is a feast for the eyes....
Pandemic still influences 2022 colors of the year
This year’s colors of the year, chosen by Pantone Color Institute and all major paint manufacturers, still undoubtedly reflect the pandemic’s impact. As color experts explain the...
Rash of overdoses leads to new fentanyl warning from health district
The Metropolitan Police Department reported six suspected drug-related overdoses in a 36-hour period. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/rash-of-overdoses-leads-to-new-fentanyl-warning-from-health-district-2651243/
Jewish group offers gene cancer testing for all
JScreen, Jewish Nevada and Congregation Ner Tamid are offering discounted screening to identify more than 60 types of cancer genes. The testing is normally $200, but the...
Hiking among Mount Charleston’s bristlecone pines — PHOTOS
Great Basin bristlecone pines are gnarly, twisted tales of survival and inspiration. Lucky for local desert dwellers, hiking paths wind past these ancient, animated trees high above...
Walk raises money to help fight Huntington’s disease
The local affiliate of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America will host the Las Vegas Team Hope Walk on Oct. 29 at Craig Ranch Regional Park. Original...
Mountain biking opens at Lee Canyon after years-long fight for butterfly protection
Two trails, distinguished by expert and intermediate skill levels, cut through the woods with switchbacks down the canyon. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/mountain-biking-opens-at-lee-canyon-after-years-long-fight-for-butterfly-protection-2625722/
New COVID variants fuel fear of a winter surge
COVID-19 cases continue to increase in Clark County, where new variants have been detected. But officials say there’s a weapon for fighting the new strains. Original article:...