Advice to students: Choose friends carefully

How many times have high school students heard the saying, “These are the best years of your life”? If you were to survey students today, the majority might agree — but with a few exceptions.

City recount

Glenn Trowbridge, who served for more than 20 years as director of the Clark County Parks and Rec Department, this month lost his bid to become Las Vegas’ newest City Council member by a mere 10 votes.

Harper ready to give college try

Bryce Harper, the baseball phenom from Las Vegas High School, has no future in high school. An extraordinary player is ready to make an unusual move.

Roach hoping for Pacquiao-Floyd Jr.

If it were up to Freddie Roach, Manny Pacquiao’s next fight would be against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in December in Las Vegas.

Las Vegans Magdaleno, Hunter win boxing titles

DENVER — Two nights after his stunning upset of Rau’shee Warren in the semifinals, Las Vegan Jesus Magdaleno made sure there was no drama in the championship bout.

Thrilling Game 7 buoys hockey

Muhammad Ali was at Joe Louis Arena, perhaps waiting for a fight to break out. One did in Game 7 of the NHL championships, but not in the traditional hockey sense.

Phenom earns right to choose own path

Tim Chambers will be the one to manage the madness. To guide the publicity-loaded vessel through choppy waters of scrutiny. To bring some calm into the storm of hype.

51s gain doubleheader split with Sky Sox

The 51s were part of two shutouts Saturday in Colorado Springs, Colo., losing to the Sky Sox 5-0, then bouncing back for a 1-0 victory in Pacific Coast League action.

Franklin leaves no doubt

Rich Franklin was not happy with the decision he lost to Dan Henderson the last time he fought in Europe.

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BASEBALL

HORSE RACING

TODAY AT HOLLYWOOD PARK

Popular magician ponders next act

Magician Lance Burton‘s 13-year contract at the Monte Carlo is up in a week, setting off speculation.

Gas prices climbing — again

Despite the recession, an oversupply of oil and falling demand for fuel, gasoline prices have continued to climb, reaching a year high locally of $2.68 for a gallon of regular.

IN BRIEF

SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT

School is finalist in green contest

Solar panels and a wind turbine generate the electricity for the hydroponics lab at Sandy Miller Elementary Magnet School of International Studies, which grows broccoli, tomatoes and other fruits and vegetables.

Family mourns 9-year-old’s death

Late Friday night, Will Bullins opened the screen door on his two-story apartment and walked onto the balcony to get some air.

THIS WEEK

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Top News

Parents may have held their children a little closer last week after three horrific cases ended with two youngsters dead.

Reporter’s Notebook

IN CASE YOU MISSED THE NEWS LAST WEEK, wildlife officials announced the suspected cause of a recent die-off of carp in Lake Mohave: Koi herpes.

Money preserves Springs

The Springs Preserve posted small gains in attendance and revenue during its second year of operation, but it still required almost $9.3 million in operational help from the Las Vegas Valley Water District.

NEON THIS WEEK

Yayo Taco serves black metal

Sax plays ‘Exodus’ at Sam Butera’s funeral

They saved the saxophone until the end of the traditional Catholic funeral Mass. And the recording was not “When the Saints Go Marching In,” the hand-shaking closer of nearly every lounge show Sam Butera ever played.

Bills target cigarettes, clunkers

WASHINGTON — The House passed a bill last week that would provide federal vouchers of up to $4,500 to motorists who trade in their cars for new ones that get better mileage.

Storied life in a golden age

Flashy jewelry told the world Claudine Williams made it as a successful Las Vegas casino operator.

Speaking in code to disguise what they mean

Here in America, citizens and other legal residents have every right to stage rallies, protests and demonstrations on any topic that tickles their fancy.

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