Tips for making your home green and healthy

Creating a green environment at home may sound challenging to some, but a few simple changes in household routines can benefit the environment, as well as the health of your family.

What four factors influence the severity of allergy season?

While many people rejoice when the weather gets warmer, it’s not always a pleasant time for everyone. Those who suffer from seasonal allergies know to expect difficulties around this time of year, but the severity of allergy season can vary. Here are some of the conditions that can affect pollen counts.

Prepare now for a dream summer outdoor living space

Beat the winter blues by taking the first steps to create a summer backyard oasis. By preparing now, you’ll be ready to install – and enjoy – a dream deck once warmer weather arrives.

Health care trends: looking for value without sacrificing quality

If there is one thing that the recent health care debate made clear, it is that Americans are unwilling to trade quality for economy when it comes to their health. But with the growing shortage of primary care physicians in the United States and an aging population, one trend born in underserved areas of the country may have the ability to cut costs without sacrificing quality: the use of non-physician professionals, such as physician assistants and nurse practitioners, in primary care facilities.

Saville Middle School students explore politics in mock congressional hearings

No pens or pencils were required for these students’ final exams, just a firm knowledge of the Constitution and a stomach for public speaking. Every seventh-grader at Saville Middle School, 8101 N. Torrey Pines Drive, participated in mock Congressional hearings last month as an alternative assessment for their government classes.

Archery competition comes to the South Point

The National Field Archery Association’s World Archery Festival is coming to Las Vegas this weekend with its international competition and trade show. Admission is free.

Women of High Caliber encourages understanding, respect of gun ownership

Some years ago, North Las Vegan Ricki Henry and her husband were camping in a remote part of Arizona when unwanted visitors showed up. All her husband had to do was show he was armed, and the would-be bad guys fled.

An alternative sentencing program, ABC Court, helps people turn their lives around.

Since 40-year-old Tony Gallardo was 18, he has spent 2,537 days, or about seven years, of his life in jail and countless other days strung out on drugs. But none of that matters anymore as he clings to more than 700 days drug-, alcohol- and crime-free and graduates from the Henderson Municipal Court’s Assistance of Breaking the Cycle program.

Dining pick of the week: Los Girasoles

Here is another Mexican restaurant that stands out from all the rest because of its intimate setting and traditional tasting food.

Craig Road namesake land baroness and feline friend

Lois Craig’s attention to detail helped give the modern day map of Southern Nevada a different face.
In turn, she is namesake to the bustling thoroughfare, Craig Road, and one of the first North Las Vegas.

Master Gardener orchard, program facing cutbacks in funding

Fruitful wouldn’t be the word to describe last year’s economic harvest at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Orchard in North Las Vegas. As literal crops begin to blossom, officials say future funding tills may face added foes.

Northern Valley nonprofit helps young mothers in need

Amber, who asked that her name be withheld, used to fear her baby’s due date. Now, through Southern Nevada Children First, she is able to look forward to that date — and to a better future.

Dining pick of the week: Roly’s Bakery

It’s probably been a long time since you were in a Cuban bakery and café. Well, you don’t have to wait any longer. The many homemade pastries and cakes at Roly’s are delicious.

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