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Throughout this series, we have discussed what Las Vegas is doing about its animal control issues. From expanding spay and neuter clinics, to improving shelter facilities, to the role of volunteers and the community, Las Vegas’ proposed solut…
Local candidates do not face opposition on Election Day
9 hours ago · While most political candidates across the country anxiously await results tonight after the polls close to determine their future, local candidates in San Miguel and Mora counties can rest easy for the most part, as they do not face opposition in their elections. For local candidates, the ...
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First snow of season falls across San Miguel/Mora counties
1 day ago · UPDATE 4 p.m.: Several inches of snow fell in Las Vegas throughout the day Monday, prompting many businesses to close due to treacherous conditions. Much of the coverage area remains without power as a result of the winter storm, with no definitive timetable on restoration available. PNM estimates ...
Optic staff earns 10 awards in statewide contest
Oct 28, 2024 · The staff of the Las Vegas Optic earned 10 awards in this year's Better Newspaper Contest, sponsored by the New Mexico Press Association. The awards ceremony was held last Saturday, Oct. 26. "The team at the Optic is top-notch, and it's a pleasure to work with people with a drive to excel ...
City to receive $98 million to overhaul water treatment plant
Aug 29, 2024 · At a special meeting Tuesday, the Las Vegas City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Hermit’s Peak /Calf Canyon Claims Office for $98 million to overhaul the City’s water treatment facilities and systems.
City begins to rebound in water efforts - lasvegasoptic.com
Jul 11, 2024 · Thanks to efforts from local water treatment employees, local citizens, outside communities and experts, the City of Las Vegas water conservation efforts have helped restore the city’s available reserves to
City officials urge water conservation as available supply dwindles
Jun 24, 2024 · The message from city officials is clear: conserve water as much as possible, and use only what is absolutely necessary. Much of the City of Las Vegas was flooded on Friday following more than four inches of rain and a tremendous amount of runoff from the mountains outside of town that overwhelmed the city’s reservoirs, added debris and turbidity to the water and made the city unable to ...
Time to prove how resilient Las Vegas really is
Jun 27, 2024 · I t’s time for us to prove once again just how resilient the people of Las Vegas are. We have been told for the past two years that danger was lurking around the corner following 2022’s Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire. It’s here now.