Microsoft agrees to buy Skype for $8.5 billion

Microsoft Corp. said Tuesday that it has agreed to buy the popular Internet telephone service Skype SA for $8.5 billion in the biggest deal in the software maker’s 36-year history.

Royal honeymoon begins for Prince William, Kate

Prince William and his wife, the former Kate Middleton, have left for a honeymoon at an undisclosed location, palace officials said Tuesday, declining to elaborate on where or for how long. They also requested the young couple’s privacy be respected during that time.

Schwarzenegger, Shriver separating after 25 years

Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and his wife, Maria Shriver, announced their separation late Monday, cleaving a sometimes-turbulent 25-year relationship after “a time of great personal and professional transition for each of us,” the couple said in a joint statement.

‘JetMan’ finally flies at Grand Canyon

Yves “JetMan” Rossy streaked over the Grand Canyon on Saturday morning, reaching 190 mph with just a 6½-foot wing and four jet engines on his back, according to a statement released Tuesday.

Judicial Candidates: Marsha Kimble-Simms

Marsha Kimble-Simms is a loving mother of six children.
The 50-year-old is an attorney with her own law firm and serves as president of the Foster Care and Adoption Association of Nevada. Kimble-Simms is a candidate for North Las Vegas Municipal Court judge Department 1.

‘Wizard of Oz’ lands at Henderson Pavilion

The Las Vegas Shakespeare Company is presenting “The Wizard of Oz” at the Henderson Pavilion. The cast includes a live dog, who is slated to play Toto and will be available for adoption after the show closes.

A La Carte

King’s Fish House at The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2255 Village Walk Drive, No. 139, plans to present Lobster Festival Wednesday through July 5.

Red Rock Canyon welcomes new manager

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area has a new manager. Although Robbie McAboy grew up in Alabama, she says she’s now taken with the desert

Area briefing

A $10,000 reward has been offered for information regarding the killing of Amanpreet Singh Mander, who was fatally shot March 30 outside the Wells Fargo Bank near Sunset Road and Eastern Avenue.

Library district approves increased user fees for meeting, performance spaces

The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District recently voted to increase rates for space usage from 19 percent to 100 percent. Groups across the Las Vegas Valley who rely on the district to provide space say the increase will affect how they operate.

North Las Vegas and Las Vegas phasing in first part of interlocal contract

The first phase of an interlocal contract between North Las Vegas and Las Vegas went into effect Wednesday as the North Las Vegas City Council approved funding to study which services the cities can share in an effort to save money.

A La Carte

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 8721 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to host a J. Lohr winemaker dinner at
6:30 p.m. Friday.

Judicial candidates: Catherine Ramsey

Catherine Ramsey began working when she was 13 years old as a papergirl for the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
At 16, she worked at McDonalds, climbing her way up to an assistant manager position and paying her way through college.
The 46-year-old city prosecutor is a candidate for North Las Vegas Municipal Court judge Department 1. Her mother is her campaign manager.

A La Carte

The Eastside Cannery, 5255 Boulder Highway, is serving dining specials in May, including $1 margaritas on the rocks, $2 tequila shots and $3 Mint Juleps at all casino bars.

Area Briefing

A $10,000 reward has been offered for information regarding the killing of Amanpreet Singh Mander, who was fatally shot March 30 outside the Wells Fargo Bank near Sunset Road and Eastern Avenue.

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