Area Briefing, Oct. 1-7

SUBMISSIONS SOUGHT FOR ANTI-GRAFFITI ART CONTEST

Puppeteers, audience imagination bring ‘War Horse’ to life

Never underestimate the power of magic. Theatrical magic. The kind of magic that can make fully grown humans disappear before your very eyes — at the very same time they’re bringing “War Horse” to life.

Buyers best beware of unlicensed contractors

Try this on for size: In the 12 months ending last June 30, approximately 1,200 criminal complaints were opened against unlicensed contractors in the state. That includes a goodly percentage in Summerlin. Certainly any area with a heavy concentration of senior citizens, and especially those in Sun City Summerlin, is highly vulnerable to scammers.

Dining Pick of the Week: ePollito Mexican Grill

Gustavo Vera knows grilling, and he also knows chicken. The owner/chef of this small, personal restaurant will greet you at the door, take your order and then go to work grilling up the No. 1 combo.

Official says Kenyan forces caused mall collapse

Kenya’s military caused the massive collapse of three floors of Nairobi’s Westgate Mall during the terrorist siege in which at least 67 people died, a top-ranking government official said Friday.

A La Carte, Oct. 1-7

Dining events and news from across the valley.

 
Obama speaks to Rouhani, says Iran deal possible

President Barack Obama and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani spoke by telephone Friday, the first conversation between American and Iranian presidents in more than 30 years. The exchange could reflect a major step in resolving global concerns over Iran’s nuclear program.

Kimmel, Kanye in feud over skit

A skit poking fun at West on ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on Tuesday provoked an irate call from the rapper about an hour and half before Thursday’s show, Kimmel said in his monologue.

Rebels, Lobos set to showcase remade attacks

Football coaches borrow and adapt — some would call it stealing — and offenses can change from year to year. UNLV and New Mexico have taken this practice one step further.

 
Robber tries to shoot diner, gun jams

A would-be robber tried to shoot a startled diner at a McDonald’s in Fort Worth, but his gun jammed, police and witnesses said.

 
Girlfriend of Ex-Patriot Aaron Hernandez indicted

The girlfriend of former New England Patriot Aaron Hernandez has been indicted on a perjury charge in connection with the killing of his friend, a Massachusetts prosecutor said Friday, bringing to five the number of people facing charges in the case.

Zion educational workshops are fall show and tell

Directions: From Las Vegas, take Interstate 15 north 125 miles to Utah state Route 9 (exit 16-Hurricane/Zion National Park). Follow Route 9 east for 19 miles to Springdale, Utah, and the main entrance of Zion National Park.

Humidity causes most plant disease problems

Question: I am sending you a picture of my funky-looking tree. I think it has some sort of disease problem.

‘Frozen Fury’ returns from 2012 void

There’s preseason hockey games, then there’s preseason hockey games that feel like regular-season games. Then there’s “Frozen Fury,” which feels like a playoff game.

Lied Middle School teacher in court for sex crimes

Lied Middle School teacher Michael Barclay faces two counts of attempted statutory sex seduction and attempted lewdness with a child under 14 years old.

Furthur playing doubleheader at Palms

Las Vegas sees a lot of Grateful Dead alumni in various configurations, but the one called Furthur won’t be back next year.

 
Wisconsin bridge closed, sagging more than 2 feet

The bridge that carries Interstate 43 over the Fox River in Green Bay will remain closed indefinitely after a concrete support pier settled by a little over 2 feet, state officials said Wednesday.

Exit Sandman: Rivera bids goodbye to Bronx

Baseball’s most acclaimed relief pitcher, Mariano Rivera, made an emotional exit in his final appearance in the Yankees’ home pinstripes when Derek Jeter and Andy Pettitte came from the dugout to remove him with two outs in the ninth inning of a 4-0 loss to Tampa Bay on Thursday night.

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