The Trump administration is sticking with its crowd friendly waiver of entrance fees at national parks during the coronavirus pandemic, as managers at some parks try and fail to keep visitors a safe distance apart and communities appeal for a shutdown…
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First coronavirus case ID’d in Nevada prison system
An employee at High Desert State Prison has tested positive for the coronavirus, the first confirmed case in a Nevada Department of Corrections facility, prison officials said. Officials did not say what …
Program encourages owners to secure, beautify shuttered businesses
The city of Las Vegas has announced a program to encourage business owners to secure and beautify their buildings while closed during the coronavirus crisis. Businesses that safeguard their buildings during …
Bruno Mars donates $1 million to MGM employee aid fund
Pop star Bruno Mars has donated $1 million to an emergency relief fund for MGM Resorts International employees who are out of work because …
Las Vegas lets restaurants make curbside alcohol sales with food
Las Vegas will allow restaurants offering curbside food service to sell alcoholic beverages as well, the city announced in a statement. The city plans to issue an “alcohol time-limited permit” for the next 30 days, with …
WNBA draft will be virtual event this season due to pandemic
The WNBA draft will be a virtual event this year. The league announced Thursday that its draft will still be held April 17 as originally scheduled, but without players, fans or media in attendance due to the coronavirus pandemic. “The WNBA draft is a …
WNBA draft will be virtual event this season due to pandemic
The WNBA draft will be a virtual event this year. The league announced Thursday that its draft will still be held April 17 as originally scheduled, but without players, fans or media in attendance due to the coronavirus pandemic. “The WNBA draft is a …
How to exercise at home (without significant equipment or investment)
Las Vegas-based fitness instructor and certified personal trainer Patricia Castro offers these workout-at-home tips.
Virtual culture: Do some exploring from your living room
Build theme parks, take art classes and play a Moog synthesizer—right now.
Brew coffee at home like a pro
Mothership Coffee co-owner Joshua Walter spoke to the Weekly about how to make the perfect cup in your own home kitchen.