COVID-19 testing sites are located throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Some have moved, closed or changed hours. Here’s an update.
Rhonda Prast
Assistant Managing Editor - Projects & Investigations
Email: rprast@reviewjournal.com
Phone: 702-383-0329
X: @prast24
Rhonda came to the RJ in September 2019 from the Idaho Statesman where she led newsroom investigations into sexual allegations against priests in the Boise diocese, improper handling of harassment complaints at the University of Idaho athletic department, the aftermath of a mass stabbing and a botched hiring of two high school coaches. She oversaw a 6-month project on efforts to save Northwest salmon, nominated for a regional Emmy award; and special coverage of growth impact in the Boise metro area. Previously, she was the digital content leader at the Kansas City Star and and has taught journalism at the University of Missouri School of Journalism and the Cronkite School at Arizona State University. She grew up in Phoenix and has a fondness for the desert.
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said misinformation about the COVID-19 pandemic poses an “imminent and insidious threat to our nation’s health.” He condemned the spread of what he called “common myths” by those who are refusing to get vaccinated.
Stephanie Castillo will be producing stories and videos as part of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Mass Media science and engineering fellowships.
Thos 16 and older will be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine next week in Nevada, one of several states to open up access to the coronavirus vaccine.
Choices for getting the COVID-19 vaccine are plentiful, from mass sites to pharmacies and now to some workplaces.
Testing locations for COVID-19 will be limited over the long Christmas weekend in Southern Nevada.
Local organizations are holding food pantry giveaways or serving holiday meals in the Las Vegas Valley.
Here is a breakdown of the ballot counting and verification process, according to information provided by the Nevada Secretary of State’s office.
Dozens of conventions and business gatherings in Las Vegas have new dates in late 2021 or 2022.
The Review-Journal is adding two science reporters as part of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) 2020 media fellowships.
Nevada will remain in Phase Two of the state’s reopening plan through July. Masks are required in nearly all public spaces and testing has expanded.
Las Vegas Valley hospitals need supplies from the community at large. Here are specific needs and how to donate items to various hospitals.
Experts give advice about what symptoms to watch for and how to prevent the COVID-19 illness.
Latest list: Cases are up to 535 in the state. Cirque du Soleil has launched a digital hub. Find updates here.
Our investigation of the Alpine revealed more than 40 fire violations cited by inspectors in the days after the fire in December.
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