Literary Las Vegas: Gov. Bob Miller

“ ‘Son of a Gambling Man.’ That’s who I am, and I wear the label with pride,” former Gov. Bob Miller shares in his memoir “Son of a Gambling Man: My Journey From a Casino Family to the Governor’s Mansion.”

Actors portray ailing patients to help doctors practice treatment

Barb Morris has had shingles, carpal tunnel syndrome, heart problems, abdominal pains and pains in her neck, back and thighs. She has smoked, has drunk too much, has suffered depression and has used illicit drugs.

Homeless stabbing victim identified

A man who died after being stabbled multiple times late Saturday has been identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.

Long way to go to find an impartial jury

With all the publicity that has followed the CityCenter construction defects case, it never figured to be easy to find an impartial jury.

Henderson-based K2 Energy goes from startup to international contender

K2 Energy opened its more than 20,000-square-foot facility at 7461 Eastgate Road in Henderson on April 30.

The new facility is designed to carry out battery development and testing, engineering and design, battery pilot and manufacturing lines and an analytical line.

Las Vegas High School monument strives to save Senior Squares

On April 30, members of the Las Vegas High School Alumni Association unveiled the Senior Squares Monument at Las Vegas Academy, 315 S. Seventh St., the former site of Las Vegas High School.

Squash not a sport for couch potatoes

Before Sunday’s Life Time Grand Prix Squash Tour Vegas Open, most of what I knew about the ancient sport of squash was that it must have been named when somebody sat on it. And that one should never cancel a squash match after agreeing to one.

Whitney-area author taps student ideas for penguin books

Most people had a favorite stuffed animal in their childhood. Whitney-area author Luke Anderson still has his, a penguin named Rodman, and he has based two books on him.

Many factors determine car insurance rates

Buying a red car does not mean higher auto insurance rates. It is a myth that many valley insurance agents said they often hear.

Area Briefing, May 14-20

CITY LAUNCHES OFFICE TO MAKE
PARKING ISSUES EASIER TO RESOLVE

Woman who died in house fire identified

A woman who died in a house fire on Melody Rose Avenue Wednesday has been identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.

Coroner identifies 17-year-old killed in Sunday accident

The 17-year-old boy who died in an accident in the intersection of Washburn Road and Goldfield Street early Sunday has been identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.

Adelsons fund more than politics

As much attention as Sheldon Adelson received for the estimated $93 million he gave to Republican politicians last year, he has also been a benefactor in the war against cancer and a significant donor to other causes, according to an analysis published last week.

Ward 1 candidate Isaac Barron shares his views

Rancho High School teacher Isaac Barron has handed out grades for more than a decade. Some were good, some were bad, but few were less enthusiastic than the “incomplete” grade he recently assigned the North Las Vegas City Council.

Ward 1 candidate Jared Hardy shares his views on the city

Jared Hardy — a former laborer, construction manager, Realtor and now teacher at Legacy High School — would argue he has the most political experience, most of it picked up around the dinner table.

Recreation briefs

Check out recreational things to do in and around the valley

Indoor-only pine needs acclimation before planting

Question: Last Christmas, a friend bought for me a tiny pine tree about 6 inches tall. It is now 2 feet tall, and I need to transplant it. When is the best time of year to do this?

Favorite Sons & Daughters May 14-21

Jonathan Ruchel has graduated from basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, where he was a squad leader and earned an expert shooting medal.

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