Flower power

A trend in full bloom

East Las Vegas area to get new bus routes, equipment

When the Regional Transportation Commission unveiled its express route in the northwest valley, residents on the east side grumbled that transit officials paid no attention to the older sections of town.

Tribal judge dismisses Grand Canyon Skywalk lawsuit

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Las Vegas developer David Jin plans to return to federal court to try to resolve a dispute over the Grand Canyon Skywalk after a tribal court judge dismissed a lawsuit he filed seeking to force arbitration.

Singer, songwriter Gene McDaniels dies in Maine

PORTLAND, Maine — Gene McDaniels, who recorded the 1961 hit “A Hundred Pounds of Clay” and later wrote Roberta Flack’s chart-topping single “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” has died. He was 76.

Plaza Hotel steakhouse to carry Oscar Goodman name

As recently as last year, while still mayor of Las Vegas, Oscar Goodman recommended that the renovation of the Plaza include large batches of dynamite. Now, he will put his name on the hotel for all of Fremont Street to see.

‘Miracle turtle’ released as crowd cheers in Florida

JUNO BEACH, Fla. — A badly injured sea turtle that underwent a year of rehabilitation and innovative surgeries was released Wednesday by caretakers hoping he finds a mate and helps his endangered species prosper.

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