DA declines to fight reinstatement of former prosecutor

The district attorney’s office is not fighting an arbitrator’s decision to give a veteran prosecutor under federal scrutiny her job back. Former Chief Deputy District Attorney Victoria Villegas is to report for assignment Sept. 3.

Horse roping controversy in Clark County isn’t over yet

The Clark County Commission is expected to revisit its ordinance banning horse tripping, also called horse roping, after members of Nevada’s Legislative Hispanic Caucus expressed disappointment at a 6-1 vote on Tuesday keeping the prohibition intact.

 
Swiss apologize for encounter Oprah calls racist

Billionaire media mogul Oprah Winfrey says she ran into Swiss racism when a clerk at Trois Pommes, a pricey Zurich boutique, refused to show her a black handbag, telling one of the world’s richest women that she “will not be able to afford” the $38,000 price tag.

 
Dogs help sniff out ovarian cancer in Pa. study

Researchers trying to develop a diagnostic tool for ovarian cancer are hoping dogs’ keen sense of smell will lead them down the right path.

Two Fencing Academy students qualify for world championships

She can parry. She can lunge. And now, she’ll be doing it on the world stage. Northwest Las Vegas resident Amy Montoya, 51, has qualified to represent the U.S. and Nevada at the 2013 Veterans World Fencing Championships in Bulgaria in October. Her fellow fencer at the Fencing Academy of Nevada, Summerlin resident Sean Ameli, is going for the third year in a row.

Can Vegas even hope for a political convention?

If the decision to hold the 2016 Republican National Convention comes down to Las Vegas and Kansas City, Mo., Las Vegas should win hands down and running away.

Britney to take a piece of the pie

“Top Chef” contestant Carla Pellegrino confirmed on Thursday she is no longer involved in the Meatball Spot pizza restaurant at Town Square.

Preseason wagering not a sign of insanity

It was hyped by some scribes and talking heads as a potential Super Bowl preview. Peyton Manning led one drive that resulted in a punt, and that put an abrupt end to the hyperbole.

Critic of former boss looks even more like sheriff candidate

By stepping up his pointed criticism of Sheriff Doug Gillespie’s decision to overrule the Use of Force Board in the case of officer Jacquar Roston, recently retired Assistant Sheriff Ted Moody sounds even more like a possible candidate for his former boss’s office.

Lunch box 101: 10 nutritious tips and tricks for parents

Lunch box nutrition has come a long way from bologna on white bread with a juice drink pouch. As parents get ready to send their kids back to school, an easy lesson on lunch box nutrition may be just the thing to help kids get to the head of the class. Packing a winning lunch is not only about health and nutrition, but also about keeping food fresh and appetizing for kids.

Throw a perfect party – without costs and clutter

Whether it’s your child’s birthday or your relatives are flying in from overseas to take part in a family reunion, your life is filled with special events worth celebrating. Of course, you’d love to salute every one of them with a once-in-a-lifetime party, but how do you do that without winding up with a garage filled with party clutter that you’ll never use again and an empty wallet?

Nutritional tips for packing brain-boosting school lunches

Parents know kids can’t concentrate when they’re hungry. But did you know that what children eat – especially in school lunches – can also affect their ability to focus, learn and behave well in the classroom? Packing your children’s school lunches is a great way to manage their nutritional intake and help feed their ability to learn.

Smart solutions for managing hectic family schedules during the school year

School days mean hectic schedules for most families. Older kids head to the classroom, younger ones go to day care, and parents try to manage the early mornings and increased extracurricular activities. How can parents stay organized, reduce stress and stay involved in their kids’ education and care?

Think outside the lunch box to make school lunches they’ll love

Many parents prefer packing their kids’ school lunches for a number of reasons, from cost savings to the confidence of having better control over what their children eat. But packing the same-old, same-old every day can get tired fast – for both parent and child. By adding a dollop of creativity to packed lunches, parents can ensure they serve something kids will enjoy throughout the school year.

Your back-to-campus cyber security checklist

Computers, tablets and mobile devices are fundamental for college students to learn, study and stay connected. With more and more devices being used on campus, college officials are feeling the pain of trying to keep their networks and data safe from ever-increasing threats.

Fundraising for school? What you should know about managing legal liability

When kids go back to school, fundraising by parent-teacher organizations and booster clubs kicks into high gear. What if the worst happens and someone gets hurt? You may think the school will be liable to pay damages or medical expenses for injured parties, but in most cases volunteers themselves are on the hook.

Attractive career opportunities await engineering graduates

Many recent engineering graduates are reaping the benefits of a flourishing job market for specializations within the growing field. Engineering occupations are expected to grow by more than 10 percent from 2010 to 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The nation’s aging infrastructure is, at least in part, spurring the growth as engineers will design and implement new pollution control systems, water systems and roads. Growth in engineering fields is outpacing the expected growth rate for any other occupation.

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