North Las Vegas Neighborhood News

Bus system to run holiday schedule

The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada is to operate on a Saturday transit system schedule on Presidents Day, Feb. 20, due to traditionally lower ridership and less traffic on those days.

Schedules for all commission transit routes are available at rtcsouthernnevada.com or in the commission's transit guide.

For more information, call 228-7433.

Ticket amnesty program started

The North Las Vegas Municipal Court, 2332 Las Vegas Blvd. North, has begun a ticket amnesty program that will offer 50 percent off on total fines for qualifying traffic and misdemeanor cases, including any additional warrant fees. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/NLVcourt or call 633-1130.

February book club selection chosen

Get a jump start on the February book selection for the book club at the Aliante Library, 2400 W. Deer Springs Way.

"The Ha-Ha" by Dave King is to be discussed at 7 p.m. Feb. 28 at the library.

The club is free and open to the public.

For more information, call 839-2980.

Regular city council meeting planned

The North Las Vegas City Council is set to meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday at City Hall, 2250 Las Vegas Blvd. North.

For more information or for a copy of the agenda, visit cityofnorthlasvegas.com or call the city clerk at 633-1030.

Dozens of employers expected
at texas station job fair

A job fair is planned for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today in the Dallas Ballroom of Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane.

The fair will be hosted by lasvegasjobs.com and is slated to include employers from up to 50 companies with several openings.

Walk-ins are welcome. Participants are asked to dress for an interview and to bring resumes.

For more information, visit lasvegasjobs.com.

Contractors board, association
to offer free air-conditioning units

The Nevada State Contractors Board and nonprofit Southern Nevada Air Conditioning Refrigeration Service Contractors Association have announced the start of the seventh annual Mission Cool Off program. The program provides selected individuals and families in Southern Nevada a free air-conditioning unit that has been donated by licensed contractors who are also members of the contractors association. The first 100 applications received by Feb. 29 will be considered for selection. Selections are made by a committee of individuals and are determined based on a person's or family's special circumstances. The program is not open to tenants, landlords, owners who do not reside at the residence or mobile homeowners. All applicants who qualify must complete and submit all required forms, including the application and media release form, in order to be considered. The forms can be downloaded at nscb.nv.gov or by calling Ranya Botros at 486-1165.

YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHERS can enter library district's art competition

Clark County youngsters from grades six through 12 can enter the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District's Visual Poetry, a photographic art competition for teens. Submissions are due by Feb. 29. Awards are $150 for Best of Show, $100 for first place, $75 for second and $50 for third. The awards reception is planned for 5 to 6:30 p.m. April 5 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. For more information, visit lvccld.org/teen/specialprograms/visual_poetry.

WALK AROUND NEVADA
WITHOUT LEAVING TOWN

The Southern Nevada Health District offers the Walk Around Nevada program, which helps participants track their physical activity online as they trek around the state and clock in 1,442 miles.

Anyone can sign up for this free online program and start a tour of Nevada. Track mileage online via a red line that marks your tour of the state. It also offers tips about staying hydrated, stretching and healthful hiking basics.

Walk Around Nevada maps include the entire state, a Lake Mead map and a Lake Tahoe to Pyramid Lake map.

For information on any health district online programs, visit gethealthyclark
county.org.

TAKE CARE CLINICS HAVE ONLINE COMPONENT

Take Care Health Systems, a subsidiary of Walgreens, announces new scheduling options for its Take Care Clinics. Now, appointments can be made online through takecarehealth.com.

The site offers access to a comprehensive cost menu to quickly evaluate the cost of services, as well as local and up-to-date information on patient satisfaction scores and market-specific quality of care scores. The site includes estimated wait times at each clinic.

United Way approves funds allocation

United Way of Southern Nevada's Immediate Needs Council approved the allocation of $1 million to 12 local agencies providing rent and nutritional assistance. The funding distribution is a part of the nonprofit's mission to ensure families in need receive support so they can work toward becoming financially independent. Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada was allotted the largest amount of funding, receiving $355,178 for its food pantry services. HELP of Southern Nevada acquired $165,864, and Lutheran Social Services of Nevada obtained $103,119 for food and rent assistance. The Salvation Army Clark County received $159,825 for food services. Other agencies receiving financial aid include: American Red Cross Southern Nevada Chapter, Las Vegas Area Council Boy Scouts of America, Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas, Emergency Aid of Boulder City, HopeLink, Jewish Family Service Agency, The Shade Tree and United Labor Agency of Nevada.

For more information about United Way's Immediate Needs initiatives, visit uwsn.org.

Residents able to 'try the y' free

In an effort to remove barriers and help everyone in the community get moving, the YMCA of Southern Nevada is to offer its "Try the Y" promotion to prospective members through Feb. 24.

Southern Nevadans can "discover, play and be active" for two weeks free at the organization's four locations, including its newest in North Las Vegas, SkyView Multi-Generational Center, 3050 E. Centennial Parkway.

The 36,000-square-foot recreation center has an indoor pool, wellness center, kids gym, lounge areas and studios and offers an array of classes and fitness programs for all ages.

To "Try the Y," visit lasvegasymca.org and download a coupon for two weeks free, plus no joining fee, a savings up to $75. For more information on SkyView Multi-Generational Center, call
522-7500.

City hires new directors

The city of North Las Vegas filled two administrative roles this month with the hiring of Gerald Allan Zochowski as finance director and Alfonso Noyola as administrative services director.

Zochowski brings 30 years of government operations experience to his post. His most recent work was as finance director for the Village of Lake Zurich, Ill. He is a certified public accountant with a master's degree in business administration. His annual salary is slated to be $135,000.

Noyola has been acting director of administrative services and finance for the city since June. He holds a bachelor of science degree in business administration and a master's degree in public administration.

His annual salary is to be $141,990.

The city council ratified their positions at its Jan. 6 meeting.

Free health expo planned

The My Health and Wellness Expo, a free gathering of local and national health exhibitors, is planned for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 10 at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane.

Participants are invited to learn, snack and shop during the expo. Exhibitors slated to attend include natural, organic companies, personal trainers, life coaches, psychics, chefs, community nonprofits, skin care professionals, pediatricians and alternative healers, among others.

For more information, visit myhealthandwellnessexpo.com, call 602-625-3000 or email info@myhealthandwellness
expo.com.

Pet event planned at the Silverton

Senior Spaniel Rescue of Las Vegas is planning Find Your Furry Valentine, a pet adoption event, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Bass Pro Shops at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Rescue groups will attend with a variety of pets available for adoption and to collect donations.

Vendors, sponsorships and volunteers still are needed. For more information, contact seniorspaniels.org.

HEALTH DISTRICT TO LAUNCH
WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE Monday

The Southern Nevada Health District plans to launch its fourth annual free 10 in 10 Challenge Monday .

The online program helps participants cut calories and increase daily caloric burn. Sign up now. Each week, participants will receive two emails with tips and suggestions about how to swap foods they eat regularly with healthier, less calorie-dense choices, as well as ways to increase their physical activity.

Participants can track their progress online and set short- and long-term goals. In addition, they can post quotes or photos to help them stay motivated and achieve their goals. The 10 in 10 Challenge also is available in Spanish.

For information on any health district online programs, visit gethealthyclark
county.org.

CHILD FOCUS SEEKS SIBLING MENTORS

Child Focus, a nonprofit organization dedicated to reunifying separated brothers and sisters living in foster care, is recruiting sibling mentors to assist with chaperoning events and helping siblings develop the ability to become a healthy family.

Activities are held monthly and vary in topic. For a complete listing of volunteer opportunities, visit childfocusnv.org or call 436-1624.