When Gov. Steve Sisolak ordered Nevada businesses closed, he let construction workers stay on the job, deeming homebuilding and other construction “essential” lines of work.
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The U.S. Department of Labor released the shattering numbers on Thursday. Jobless claims had been as low as 282,000 the previous week. The 3.28 million jobless claims for last week is more than double the 1.5 million new claims that analysts were expecting. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Construction of Allegiant Stadium is unlikely to affected by the coronavirus outbreak that is having an impact on just about every industry across the Las Vegas Valley. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
City of Las Vegas staff cleaned and disinfected four playgrounds at area parks on March 26. Las Vegas is opting to keep parks open during the coronavirus pandemic. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
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As millions of people self-isolate to help flatten the curve of coronavirus, internet usage has surged, causing strain on connections. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Teachers with O’Roarke Elementary School participated in a parade around the neighborhoods where their students live. The staff of the school wanted to bring something positive to their students even though the schools are closed down due to the coronavirus. Many of the participants decorated their cars and brought along their pets to showcase to them while driving by. Some of the teachers and students made signs to show that they all miss one another and can’t wait to see everyone when school opens back up.
Clark County School District is distributing food for students, Monday through Friday mornings at 22 locations across the Valley.
The latest on crime and police response during the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some of the takeaways from Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo and Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson. (Renee Summerour and MIchael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Clarence House released a statement confirming the diagnosis: “The Prince of Wales has tested positive for coronavirus. He has been displaying mild symptoms but otherwise remains in good health.” The prince’s wife, Camilla, does not have the virus. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)