Suen explored Las Vegas in 2000 to ‘gather intelligence’

In November 2000, Las Vegas Sands Corp. consultant Richard Suen and three associates hit the Strip to do all the tourist things for the first time, including walking through a dozen resorts and catching a couple of shows.

Art aspect adds mixed media to farmers market

After 15 years at Trails Village Center, ArtWalk, produced by Mark Vranesh, has transformed into a new event. This one partners with the Las Vegas Farmers Market and is called Art at the Market.

Summerlin Half Marathon set for Saturday at JW Marriott

A lot of people are gearing up for the Summerlin Half Marathon, which is slated for Saturday. One of them is Harry Emrick, 80, who is a cancer survivor.

Wyoming man hit and killed moving injured rabbit

LARAMIE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Highway Patrol says a man was struck and killed by a car while apparently tending to an injured rabbit on a two-lane highway west of Laramie.

Repairing a damaged mailbox starts with setting the post

There are about 52 million curbside mailboxes in the United States, according to the United States Postal Service. Unfortunately, many of these mailboxes face damage caused by inclement weather, inattentive drivers or other unexpected incidents that can make mail delivery more challenging. While it is unrealistic to think all harmful accidents to mailboxes can be prevented, homeowners can minimize the time a damaged mailbox is out of commission by making the necessary repairs in a timely manner.

One click cash donations – giving money has never been easier

Mobile “one click cash” donations enable you to follow a philanthropic cause that is near and dear to your heart and to help a charity by giving money instantaneously. You do so by using your mobile device – say a cell phone running on Android or an iPhone. Before displaying your generosity via an electronic money transfer, make sure you understand some of the processes a mobile “one click cash” donation goes through.

Tips on how to use Craigslist safely and responsibly

Need a bike to start getting into shape? Looking for a new job? Interested in renting a condo for that long-desired trip? Every day, millions of Americans turn to Craigslist.org to buy and sell items, find jobs, meet other people or find a vacation property to rent. More than 60 million people use the website and view an estimated 100 million ads per month in the U.S. alone, according to the company.

Five budget-friendly outdoor living space solutions

As summer approaches, you’re probably dreaming of a luxurious outdoor retreat ideal for al fresco lunches, cookouts with friends or lazy afternoons spent sunbathing. While you also may be wondering if this project fits within your budget, it is possible to construct a completely customized outdoor oasis without breaking the bank.

What is the ‘Obamacare’ Bronze Plan?

The open enrollment period begins for the new health plans created by the Affordable Care Act (a.k.a. Obamacare) on Oct. 1, yet most Americans couldn’t name one of the new health plans let alone describe all the services they cover.

Garden detective: Clues to determine and deter unwanted animals in your yard and garden

Holmes and Watson, Riggs and Murtaugh, Starsky and Hutch – when it comes to sleuthing out just what critter is munching on your spring garden, you may feel like your partnership with Mother Nature is as contentious as any that ever graced the big, or small screen. After all, how are you supposed to fight the “crime” of a decimated garden if you can’t identify the suspect who’s been devouring your daylilies?

Greenest of the green: Top efficiency-boosting home improvements

Forget wondering who’s the fairest; when it comes to choosing home improvements that make your home look good – from the curb and to potential buyers – it may make more sense to ask “Who’s the greenest of them all.” Sustainable home improvements not only help reduce utility costs and boost owner satisfaction with their homes, they also make a house more appealing to potential buyers.

Dining Pick of the Week: Bistro Pizza

Tyler Beach is the owner of Bistro Pizza, and he is celebrating the restaurant’s one-year anniversary.

Sun City remembers security chief

Sun City Summerlin Security Patrol remembers fondly Chief Louis Polizzotti, who died unexpectedly while on duty Feb. 26.

Teachers spend spring break exploring earth science

More than 80 teachers from schools across the Las Vegas Valley attended classes March 26 at Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School as part of the Southern Nevada Earth Science Education Workshop.

Veteran TV actors to stage ‘Love Letters’ at the Suncoast

Loni Anderson and Hal Linden plan to perform “Love Letters,” a Pulitzer Prize-nominated play about correspondence weaved with romantic involvement, at the Suncoast this weekend.

Area Briefing

SALVATION ARMY SUFFERS $19,000 LOSS
DUE TO THEFT AT ADMINISTRATION BUILDING

Kitchen helps amateur chefs hone their skills

For any foodie who has ever dreamed of baking in a $2,000 oven or cooking in a $600 pan, the newly opened Cooking Experience by Mise En Place offers the chance to cook like a pro.

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