Hello neighbors,
Did you know you could order free COVID-19 tests delivered right to your household? Residential households in the U.S. can order one set of 4 free at-home tests from USPS.com.
Here’s what you need to know about your order:
-Limit of one order per residential address -One order includes 4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests -Orders will ship free starting in late January
To place an order, visit https://special.usps.com/testkits.
Freestanding ER opens in North Las Vegas
More good news, North Las Vegas residents! A new freestanding emergency center recently opened in North Las Vegas.
The ER at Valley Vista, which is an extension of Centennial Hills Hospital, is located on the northwest corner of Decatur and Elkhorn. The facility will have 24-hour emergency care and an on-site laboratory, CT scanner and imaging equipment.
Learn more at https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/freestanding-er-opens-in-north-las-vegas/.
Michael Jerums, City of North Las Vegas Automotive Equipment Manager, recognized as Emergency Vehicle Technician of the Year
Michael Jerums, City of North Las Vegas Automotive Equipment Mechanic, was awarded the 2021 Emergency Vehicle Technician of the Year Award, honoring him as the top public safety fleet technician in the country. Jerums, a City employee since 2006, was recognized by the Fire Department Safety Officers Association (FDSOA) at the annual Apparatus Symposium on Jan. 10, 2022, in Scottsdale, AZ.
The national award recognizes Jerums for his outstanding efforts and high level of skill in keeping North Las Vegas emergency vehicles operating safely and efficiently. North Las Vegas Fire Logistics Officer Scott Schuster nominated Jerums for the award and pointed to Jerum’s innovative approach and dedication to staying current with National Fire Protection Association standards and industry best practices.
Jerums has served the City of North Las Vegas for 16 years and is certified as an EVT Master Technician, EVT Master Ambulance and Master EVT Ambulance. Using a private-sector, common sense approach to responsible government, North Las Vegas has set the standard for “fast and faster” results, good governance, and premier constituent services in Southern Nevada.
Beauty Society opens in North Las Vegas
I'm happy to announce that the Beauty Society just opened its headquarters in North Las Vegas. Beauty Society, formerly of Huntington Beach, Calif. will manufacture and distribute a variety of eco-friendly and cruelty-free beauty products from our city.
Yours in service,
Mayor Pro Tem Richard Cherchio
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