Music scene worthy of cornucopia of gratitude

On this day of expressing gratitude, here are some of the things that I’m most thankful for, musically speaking, from the past year:

Thanksgivings past laced with outdoor memories

The holiday season is upon us, and that means it’s time for hectic schedules and high stress. But there is a cure for those not-so-happy holiday season symptoms. That cure can be found by doing something in the outdoors.

Fishing Report, Nov. 28

■ LAKE MEAD — Water levels have been holding at 1,106 feet. With the recent rains causing runoff into the coves, anglers should have success working the shallows, where bass are hanging in the murky waters. Shad has been the most successful bait for striped bass and can be found throughout the Vegas Wash area. With the new moon on Monday, try fishing under a light or using a submersible light to attract fish.

UFC fighter in critical condition after heart attack

Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight Shane del Rosario was clinging to life in a California hospital late Wednesday, a day after going into cardiac arrest.

Hauck’s new contract deserved

Now that it’s official and Bobby Hauck will return for a fifth season and beyond as football coach at UNLV, it seems a good time to evaluate significant parts of his tenure.

Carr’s return drives Pioneers

Shaquile Carr spent the end of his junior season in street clothes on the bench watching his team play in the postseason.

VA officials probe how its hospital treated blind Las Vegas veteran

The House Veterans Affairs Committee and local VA officials are probing allegations that staff members at the VA Medical Center in North Las Vegas mistreated a blind veteran who was writhing in pain while she waited seven hours Oct. 22 for care at the center’s emergency room.

Romo can make or break the day for bettors, bookmakers

A lot is riding on Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo. About the time turkey is served, Romo will take the field with the potential to make or break Thanksgiving dinner for bettors and bookmakers across the country.

Burning man starts church fire, kills self and pastor

A man ran into the rectory of an Episcopal church with his clothes on fire, causing a blaze that killed himself and the church’s pastor, authorities said Wednesday.

 
Wynn Las Vegas oddsmaker sets Oscar odds

The Oscars aren’t until March 2, and several of the eligible films are still weeks away from hitting theaters, but that hasn’t stopped Wynn Las Vegas oddsmaker Johnny Avello from declaring favorites, for entertainment purposes only, for the event.

Body piercing sparks health probe at Spring Valley High School

Reports of students possibly body piercing themselves with non-sterile needles at Spring Valley High School have spurred a health investigation, according a message that Principal Bob Gerye sent to parents Wednesday.

‘Guilty’ label in powerpoint wins new trial for Las Vegas man

A Las Vegas man convicted of stealing a car and multiple other charges during a 2011 crime spree will get a new trial because his booking photo with the word “guilty” imposed on it was allowed as part of a PowerPoint exhibit at his trial.

Doctor withdraws from UMC board consideration

Dr. Anthony Marlon said Wednesday he is withdrawing from consideration for a post on the new governing board of University Medical Center. The move follows a Review-Journal report that Marlon had a 1991 misdemeanor conviction for providing false information about a government contract.

Laughlin lottery winner talks about son’s stealing ways

A lottery-enriched multimillionaire from Laughlin is spending Thanksgiving with family in Southern California without any heartache that the youngest of his five children is going to prison after trying to steal his fortune.

Nevadans not allowed to carry forward non-compliant health insurance

Nevada’s Insurance Division announced Wednesday residents whose health care insurance does not meet the standards of the federally-mandated Affordable Care Act cannot carry forward those policies for another year as President Barack Obama suggested states consider doing.

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