Finally, Jerry Tarkanian has made it. After more than 20 years of trying, Tarkanian, who led UNLV to the 1990 national championship and four Final Fours, has been voted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as a member of its Class of 2013.
Today, the Travel Channel runs a new TV show based in Vegas and starring Strip performer Jeff Civillico. But there’s a catch.
ATLANTA — He wanted the life of a small town, a place to play basketball and be educated and become a man. His was a goal to experience a calmer, quieter existence when it came time to select a college.
It’s no secret that Americans love their pets. When it comes to U.S. pet ownership, 39 percent of households own at least one dog, and 33 percent own at least one cat, according to the Humane Society of the United States. Furry family members bring joy and excitement to a household, and providing the best care possible helps ensure pets have a long, healthy life. Unfortunately, with so much information available, it’s easy to become confused about what’s really best for them. Here’s what you really need to know.
It is estimated that by 2030, nearly one in five adults will be 65 and older, and nearly double the 40 million today by 2050. This will lead to a significant increase in older adults driving vehicles for both necessity and pleasure. Unfortunately vision, cognitive skills and motor functions decline as we age. Here’s what you need to know to keep your vision health in top shape, particularly while on the road driving.
With summer just around the corner, it’s time to get your car in tip-top shape to withstand hot days and long road trips. Summer driving requires your car to run differently; some adjustments and inspections are important to ensure your vehicle lasts season to season. Follow these five fast fixes and inspections to cruise through the summer and avoid roadside headaches.
Summer is the time for road trips, whether they cover thousands of miles across the country, or are “staycation” day trips. The most important component that makes your vehicle run is the engine. Your vehicle will last longer if you take care of the engine by following regularly scheduled maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer.
Ilir Latifi will make his Ultimate Fighting Championship debut against Gegard Mousasi in the main event of UFC on Fuel TV 9 in Stockholm today.
UNLV scored three runs in the top of the ninth inning and defeated host Fresno State 9-8 in a Mountain West baseball game. The Rebels (21-8, 6-4) got a two-run double from Mark Shannon and a sacrifice fly from Bryan Bonnell in the inning.
When leading after two periods this season, the Wranglers were virtually unbeatable, going 21-0-1.
ATLANTA — Syracuse is brimming with confidence, largely because of its suffocating style when the other team has the ball.
ATLANTA — Louisville already had the bigger names, the better team and some unfinished business after coming up short in last year’s Final Four.
Rutgers’ coaching scandal spiraled deeper Friday, bringing down the athletic director and a school vice president while donors threatened to cut off their contributions to New Jersey’s largest public university.
Twelve years ago, Rick Pitino pulled the plug on his plans to become UNLV’s basketball coach. Of course, he landed in Louisville instead, and the story of how that scenario unfolded is old news.
Many a relatively recent arrival to Las Vegas is heard whining that their adopted state in “last in everything.” Ignore for the moment the fact that they’re often wrong — Nevada is now near the national median in both tax collections (more’s the pity) and tax-funded school spending, for example.
Q: We keep hearing how there aren’t enough homes available for sale in Las Vegas right now. Do you see that changing anytime soon? — Cheryl P., Las Vegas
Editor’s note: Listings include the resale home’s parcel number. Occasionally, the address listed is the homebuyer’s mailing address and not the actual location of the home. Check the parcel number to make sure. Also, a few transactions do not reflect the market value of the homes.
Q: I have heard of HOPA. I think it has something to do with housing the elderly. Can you please tell me more about it?
Like most of the owners at Mira Villa, Marilynn Lacey and her husband, Steve, were attracted to the luxury condominium complex by its Summerlin location, floor plans, amenities and construction. What the Laceys didn’t expect was the sense of community developing among the homeowners.
Pardee Homes’ Durango Ranch community in southwest Las Vegas is getting a new neighbor — Durango Trail, which is scheduled to open April 27.
Organizers expect about 600 participants in the third annual Summerlin Half Marathon, which is to be held April 16.
Global fiscal woes should translate into good times for gold prices, according to a research and consulting firm.
It’s almost as if they have a crystal ball.
Tyler Brown knew Friday’s game against Liberty would be a heated one.
■ WINNING/LOSING PITCHER: 51s, Chris Schwinden (1-0); River Cats, Jesse Chavez (0-1)
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. — Inbee Park took the second-round lead Friday in the Kraft Nabisco Championship, making three birdies in a row early on the back nine and rebounding from a wind-blown bogey with four straight pars.
For someone who spent virtually his entire life in the water, Michael Phelps is quickly finding out that his newest vocation lends itself to avoiding the wet stuff whenever possible.
The day Diego Magdaleno has dreamed about since he first laced on a pair of boxing gloves at 7 years old has arrived. But he never thought he would have to go halfway around the world to realize that dream.