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Government and civic organizations that serve Las Vegas, Clark County and Nevada. Included are resources for voter registration, the Department of Motor Vehicles, the Chamber of Commerce, post office information and local laws. Also included are neighborhood and community profiles for Las Vegas, Henderson, Pahrump, Mesquite, Laughlin, North Las Vegas, Nellis Air Force Base and Boulder City. Also learn about which newspapers, magazines, TV and radio serve the Las Vegas area.
Hepatitis C Scare - Thousands of Patients Exposed at Vegas Endoscopy Center
In February 2008, 40,000 people were contacted that they may have been exposed to HIV and hepatitis strains B and C and possibly other bloodborne pathogens after having surgical procedures at the Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada, (700 Shadow Lane). Since then, 6 other centers have shut down.
Yucca Mountain Profile - Proposed National Nuclear Waste Site
Yucca Mountain, in Nye County, is the country's proposed nuclear waste repository.
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas Convention Center
The Nevada Caucus
The Nevada Caucus is Saturday, January 19, 2008. Find out how to participate in this influential process.
Nevada Sex Offenders Registry - Find Nevada Sex Offenders
Citizens of Nevada are authorized to gain access to information about certain convicted sex offenders in their area. This public resource enables you to find out locations and certain other information about these offenders.
Flu Vaccines Available at Southern Nevada Health District - Flu Shots
Beginning October 2, 2007, The Southern Nevada Health District is offering flu vaccines to prevent against the winter season. There is no anticipated shortage of flu shots this year.
Nevada Driver's License and Vehicle Registration
Find out about obtaining a Nevada state driver's license and registering your vehicle at one of several Las Vegas DMV locations.
How to Register to Vote in Nevada
Find out who qualifies to vote and how to register to vote in Nevada, with specific information for Clark County voters.
Clark County District Attorney David Roger
Find out more about Clark County District Attorney and native Las Vegan, David Roger.
Las Vegas Early Voting Schedule
The Las Vegas General Election will be held on Tuesday, June 5, 2007. Early voting ends on Friday, June 1, 2007. The last day to request an early ballot is Tuesday, May 29, 2007.
Where to Smoke in Las Vegas
It's healthier to not, sure, but what if you need to smoke and are surrounded by public places? Where to go to satisfy your nicotine needs in Las Vegas.
Mayor Oscar Goodman and Elected Officials
Learn more about Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman and other elected officials on the City of Las Vegas Web site.
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
Official Web site of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Information on neighborhood watch programs, gun licensing, crime prevention info and the various bureaus of the LVMPD.
Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
Excellent resource for those relocating to Las Vegas, looking for work, getting married here or simply interested in the day-to-day business of our city.
Vegas Better Business Bureau
The Better Business Bureau ("BBB") of Southern Nevada is a membership-based, nonprofit organization funded by BBB member companies. The purpose of the BBB is to promote highly ethical business relationships through voluntary self-regulation, consumer and business education, and arbitration. Find information here on how to file a complaint or how to how to join the BBB.

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