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With the recent increase of vehicle accidents and the death of an e-biker, authorities have provided some significant directives concerning the proper methods of traveling within a roundabout. “Basically, always drive to the right side of the island, stay in your lane, switch lanes only on a dotted line when safe to do so, with a proper signal,” Mesquite Police Department … [Read more...] about Authorities give directions on how to use roundabouts
Public Safety
Police warn senior citizens of prevalence of scams
Detectives Andrew Castaneda and David Alejos of the Mesquite Police Department informed residents of Del Webb Sun City of a growing epidemic of scams, schemes and swindles. Almost 100 attended the Sept. 24 event at the Pioneer Center and were provided information about fraudulent activity and ways to protect themselves. Grandparent scams, tech support fraud, government … [Read more...] about Police warn senior citizens of prevalence of scams
Local police report safe start to school year
Local law enforcement reported a smooth and safe start to the school year, with minimal issues during the first week. “The first day of school went really well and smoothly,” said LVMPD Sergeant Keegan Doty, adding there were “no immediate issues.” Both the LVMPD and Mesquite Police Department noted some common, though minimal, traffic violations, such as speeding, failure … [Read more...] about Local police report safe start to school year
Health district urges early back-to-school immunizations
With the new school year for the Clark County School District (CCSD) set to begin on Monday, August 11, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is reminding parents and guardians to schedule their children’s required immunizations promptly. Appointments at Health District clinics and other healthcare providers tend to fill up quickly as the school year approaches. Dr. … [Read more...] about Health district urges early back-to-school immunizations
Wife of rollover victim warns of driving drowsy
The wife of an I-15 rollover accident victim warned of being cautious when driving while lacking sleep. Elena Lamb, 32, saw her whole life change when she witnessed her 41-year- old husband, Jay, and their two-and-a-half-year-old toddler, Sofia, lose control in their Jeep Cherokee and flip two or three times while traveling on I-15 at approximately mile marker 102, July 12. … [Read more...] about Wife of rollover victim warns of driving drowsy
Clark County Fire Department offers summer safety tips
Clark County Fire Department and Emergency Management officials are offering tips for a safe summer and encouraging residents to download a free emergency preparedness app to their smartphones. “Our desert heat in the summer months can pose serious health risks to anyone in our region,” said Clark County Deputy Fire Chief Brian O’Neal, who oversees the county’s Office of … [Read more...] about Clark County Fire Department offers summer safety tips