Bear-proof trash cans needed in Incline Village, officials say

Nevada wildlife officials are pressing officials at an upscale north Lake Tahoe community to require residents to have bear-proof trash cans, saying existing rules to address trash-raiding black bears have proven insufficient.

Oudin keeps cool to take Party Rock from Vandeweghe

It came down who could hold their emotions in check, and Melanie Oudin did a better job of staying under control than CoCo Vandeweghe in the finals of the $50,000 Party Rock Open on Sunday.

From athletic family, temper all her own

If you think returning one of CoCo Vandeweghe’s 117-mph first tennis services is a chore, try writing about her without mentioning her family.

Bank finds way through recession, by George

T. Ryan Sullivan may be relatively new to the CEO position with Bank of George, but as the business bank’s former chief financial officer, he successfully guided it through five years of recession.

EDITORIAL: Commission should reject More Cops tax

On Tuesday, the Clark County Commission will consider two sales tax increase proposals to boost police funding. One would boost the rate 0.15 percentage points, from 8.1 percent to 8.25 percent, and the other would increase the rate 0.075 cents.

Allegiant’s reliance on MD-80s is costing it big bucks

When other airlines retire jets such as the MD-80 by parking them in the desert, they generally justify the move as lowering operating costs and clearing the way for newer, passenger-pleasing models.

Las Vegas man arrested in connection with Saturday morning death

A man was arrested and charged in connection with the death of a 56-year-old woman in the southwest valley Saturday morning after a physical altercation, according to Las Vegas police.

Time and Place, Sept. 30

A list of weekly networking events around the Las Vegas Valley. Want to see a meeting here? Send your information to bizbriefs@reviewjournal.com.

R&R Partners named top agency in Nevada

Earlier this month, Adweek selected the firm as Nevada’s top marketing agency with 49 others, one for each state. R&R made the list alongside New York’s BBDO, Illinois’ Leo Burnett and Tennessee’s The Buntin Group.

On the Move, Sept. 30

Announcements of new hires, promotions and professional awards. Want to see your accomplishment here? Send your information to bizbriefs@reviewjournal.com.

For the Record, Sept. 30

A weekly log of business bankruptcies, commercial and industrial lease transactions, and new business licenses in Clark County.

CULP: Tech users, both young and old, can help each other grow

Technology, once sexy, offers unimaginable efficiency when it doesn’t malfunction. It enraptured sectors of the workplace and still facilitates career obsolescence, tension and exit interviews for nonconverts. Now that some of the early adopters of technology have spent their careers with it, how are they reacting to it? Is their behavior aligned with that of other technical and nontechnical players?

Executive Calendar, Sept. 30

A weekly listing of events put on by professional organizations, educational groups and local chambers of commerce.

Radioembolization: Starving tumors to fight cancer

Aug. 17 was the 10th anniversary of 59-year-old Dal Anderson’s carcinoid cancer diagnosis. He commemorated the occasion by writing his cancer a letter. After all, there have been some perks, he says. People say you look good. You find joy most people just brush past. You pick your friends well. You get to tell “the Man” to take a leap sometimes.

For stronger arms and shoulders, take a few dips

The ability to lift one’s own body weight opens up a world of possibilities. Dips are one of the most effective body weight exercises. They are also a transferable gymnastic movement.

Time to spell it out ASAP

When he was left alone in an office with his medical record open on the doctor’s desk, a longtime friend of mine admitted curiosity got the best of him and he went over to see his file.

Rui Costa edges Rodriguez for cycling world title

Rui Costa of Portugal prevailed over a star-studded field to win a grueling road race at the cycling world championships Sunday, edging Joaquin Rodriguez of Spain in a two-man sprint finish.

Robbery suspect arrested, faces murder charge

A man has been arrested after police said he shot and killed an elderly woman in a robbery attempt Saturday night.

Girl Scouts launch drive to halt membership drop

With an assist from Michelle Obama, the Girl Scouts of the USA is launching an unorthodox recruitment campaign this week aimed at reversing a long-running decline in participation by girls and adult volunteers.

Marlins’ Alvarez throws odd no-hitter vs Tigers

With the bases loaded, two outs and the score 0-0 in the bottom of the ninth, Henderson Alvarez stood in the Miami Marlins’ on-deck circle, bat in hand, hoping to complete his no-hitter.