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Nevada kids still behind on nation’s report card

Nevada students continue to trail the rest of the United States in math and reading on this year’s National Assessment of Educational Progress, also called the nation’s report card.

Billions and billions for train project

Supporters of a taxpayer-subsidized high speed rail line between Las Vegas and Southern California may want to pay attention to what’s going on with plans for a bullet train between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Restaurant Report, 11/02/11

Bazic, 5115 Spring Mountain Road, received 20 demerits Oct. 19. Violations included cooler not working. GRADE: B.

Document destruction results in sanctions

Destroying documents that might have proved important regarding the financial demise of the energy drink marketer Xyience has prompted a U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge to sanction an executive and two nongaming entities tied to Las Vegas’ Fertitta family.

Las Vegan pockets $100,000 as ‘Top Chef: Just Desserts’ victor

On the finale of “Top Chef: Just Desserts,” Christopher Hanmer, 33, was announced as the Top Chef and winner of the $100,000 top prize. Hanmer, owner of The School of Pastry Design in Las Vegas, has some idea of why he won.
“Kind of looking at the body of all of the challenges and everything I did, I always tried to do something above and beyond,” he said.

Root vegetables bountiful, tasty this time of year

Fall is here, which means that root vegetables, which are particularly well-suited to the more substantial dishes of autumn, are plentiful in markets. Dictionaries define them as “the fleshy enlarged root of a plant used as a vegetable,” such as carrots, rutabagas or beets. But chefs use looser definitions.

PUC signals lower NV Energy rate hike

Before jumping into final testimony on NV Energy’s proposed allotment of rates among consumers, Commissioner Rebecca Wagner said the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada would likely granta smaller increase than the $250 million annual revenue jump the company asked for.

Holiday recipes with a twist

The invitations are arriving. Office parties, family parties, school parties and the list goes on; it’s a sign the holiday season is fast approaching. Here are some tips to make your season a little less stressful.

Five ways to avoid costly repetitive stress injuries

Some may think that injuries in the workplace only happen to those who work high-intensity jobs like construction workers, firefighters or police officers. But you’re probably unaware that sitting at your computer and typing – something you do every day – can leave you at risk for significant pain and discomfort.

Flooring experts look ahead to what’s next

Wood floors remain a popular choice for interior designers, contractors, remodelers and do-it-yourselfers interested in increasing a home’s appeal. One reason is the flexibility of wood floors – it works well in either modern or traditional decorating styles.

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