Drama sets tone in ‘Holly’s World’

It might be a spinoff of “The Girls Next Door” but expect one big difference in Holly Madison’s Las Vegas-based reality show “Holly’s World.”

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Long road to recovery nears end for Street

After enduring one setback after another this year, closer Huston Street finally appears healthy and ready to make his season debut for the Colorado Rockies.

Supreme Court hears arguments in O.J. Simpson appeal

In what could be O.J. Simpson’s last chance at freedom, his lawyer asked the Nevada Supreme Court on Friday to overturn the fallen football star’s convictions on armed robbery and kidnapping charges and grant a new trial.

CORRECTION

The date for the National Community Band concert listed in Friday’s Neon section was incorrect. The free concert will be at 3:30 p.m. July 11 at Artemus Ham Hall, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway.

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Harry Reid a tool of public sector

To the editor: Harry Reid received 75 percent of the vote in the Democratic primary when he was the only real candidate on the ticket. That means 25 percent of the registered Democrats who cast a ballot refused to select him even though he was the only real choice. What people are realizing is that the path to destruction of the American way of life is the road Harry Reid, Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi want to travel.

Brokers need to suggest true market value for home

Q: We have had our house on the market for four months listed with a name-brand broker, but we have had under 20 viewings, a dozen of which were at one open house. Our house is beautifully staged and accurately priced. How can we get our broker to bring more potential buyers through the door? — A.

Pardee’s playhouse fulfills dream

The Cottontail Cottage playhouse built by Pardee Homes as a benefit for the 2010 Project Playhouse has been relocated to the home of McKenna Yeomans.

Resale Homes Report

Editor’s note: Listings include the resale home’s parcel number. Occasionally, the address listed is the home buyer’s mailing address and not the actual location of the home. Check the parcel number to make sure.

What do acronyms after a Realtor’s name mean?

Q: I was talking to a friend about the Realtor she hired to help her find a new home. My friend gave me her agent’s card and I noticed she had these extra letters behind her name. What do all those letters mean, like GRI or ABR? How can I find out about them? — Cindy B., Las Vegas

Real Estate website names Turnberry Towers in top 10 deals

Turnberry Towers has been named one of the top 10 most intriguing deals in real estate by toptenrealestatedeals.com, a real estate listing site. Ranked as the second best deal in real estate, the 45-story buildings were recognized for its value and location. Taking the top honor was a championship golf course in Georgetown, Mass.

Pardee online division aids in search for home

According to homebuyer Monique Frye, when looking to buy her first home, she said, “It has been a really fun experience and completely not what I expected,” due to Pardee Homes’ online sales division, onsite sales agents, construction personnel and Pardee home loans.

Dunhill continues to build

Dunhill Homes, the new owner of Rhodes Ranch in southwestern Las Vegas, continues to build new homes in the master-planned community combined with amenities available only to residents.

IN BRIEF

International Game Technology has named Eric Tom as its new chief operating officer, the slot manufacturing company announced Friday.

El Cortez, turning 70, calls on local designers in contest

The owners of the El Cortez have another sweet idea for remodeling the 70-year-old downtown hotel.
They are teaming with the Las Vegas Design Center at the World Market Center on a contest to redesign the property’s 600-square-foot suites in time to mark the 70th anniversary next year.

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