Dining Pick of the Week: Xing Asian Bistro

Casino MonteLago at Lake Las Vegas has expanded its dining with Xing Asian Bistro, a restaurant with a unique Asian/Latin fusion menu developed by executive chef Jayson Perry.

Literary Las Vegas: Sharon Austin

Southwest Las Vegas poet Sharon Austin has lived a life fit for film. Born in a small town in Arkansas, Austin was swiftly lured into the world of organized crime. Framed in a mob love triangle murder, Austin found herself in prison in an addiction recovery group. “I didn’t have any problems with alcohol or drugs, so I wondered why I was there,” she said. The group counselor convinced her that men could be just as overpowering an addiction. It was in prison that Austin began writing and reciting poetry, which she said changed her life and the lives of many of the women around her. “I picked up a pen and the words just came,” she said. “I started writing and the words were just flowing.” Many of those words can be found in her book “End of the Rainbow.”

McDonald’s isn’t evil, but it sure tastes good

I am curious why you would equate a lapse in parenting judgment by taking your son to McDonald’s for breakfast. As a proud Las Vegas McDonald’s owner/operator, I find it very frustrating to read such comments as yours.

Henderson business brings IKEA to your doorstep

Even though IKEA, the international home furnishing store, doesn’t have a location in Las Vegas, it doesn’t matter. ModernLV brings the merchandise to customers.

Library district reduces rates for theater use

The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District Board of Trustees heard from the public Sept. 13 regarding its rental fee structure for library facilities. The discussion prompted the board to vote to reduce its fees, effective immediately, including the hourly rate from $170 to $40.

Elvis Monroe taps top talent in tribute to American pop

Elvis Monroe, made up of performers from Paperback Hero, Matchbox Twenty, Lifehouse and other bands, is scheduled to perform once a month in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, beginning Thursday.

Centennial Neighborhood News

COUNCILMAN ROSS TO ATTEND
UPCOMING HOA MEETINGS

Things to do in Sunrise/Whitney Sept. 25- Oct. 1

A free Healthy Kids Festival featuring entertainment and information from health providers, fitness advocates and more is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 S. McLeod Drive. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 455-7340.

Man uses diabetes diagnosis to inspire business concept

Sun City Summerlin is the pilot market for a new business in town, The Souper Bowl, which brings a nutritious soup-and-salad meal direct to homes. Founder James Denney said the idea for the business came after he and his wife were diagnosed with diabetes.

Things to do in Paradise/Downtown, Sept. 25-Oct. 1

The third annual Asian Harvest Moon Festival is scheduled from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Expect traditional music and dance performances, arts and crafts, a children’s lantern parade, and food and drink concessions. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children 5 to 12 and free for children 4 or younger. Call 822-8453 or visit springspreserve.org.

Library district reduces rates for theater use

The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District Board of Trustees heard from the public Sept. 13 regarding its rental fee structure for library facilities. The discussion prompted the board to vote to reduce its fees, effective immediately, including the hourly rate from $170 to $40.

Dining Pick of the Week: Surf City Bar & Grill

This comfortable, friendly tavern has San Diego-style Mexico food that is a perfect match for surfers or San Diego Chargers fans.

BikeFest ready to rumble back into town

Hundreds of motorcycles will converge on Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North, for the three-day BikeFest, which hosts bikers from 13 countries and 40 states.

Area Briefing

CONFERENCE TO OFFER TRAINING TO ADDRESS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Neon Museum aims for Oct. 27 opening date

Converting a boneyard into a full-fledged museum has been an arduous process, but the Neon Museum is receiving it s final touches before its expected opening.

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