EDITORIAL: Culinary deal

Some 21,000 Strip workers have reason to be thankful this week: The Culinary Local 226 and the Bartenders Local 165 reached agreement on a five-year contract covering 10 properties operated by MGM Resorts International.

EDITORIAL: Big goal for Hall of Fame

It’s easy to say sports really aren’t that important, that they’re just games. But special individuals, coaches and teams do so much more than provide us with entertainment. They rally and unite a community like almost nothing else. It’s all too rare when everyone has something in common to support, regardless of their politics or their economic fortunes.

UNLV suffers failure to execute against Illinois

UNLV lost its third basketball game of a young season Tuesday night because in the most critical of moments, it became sloppy defensively. It exhibited poor technique. It was Cal in the NCAA Tournament all over again.

Rogers backing Harter for interim chief at UNLV

In an ironic reversal, former Chancellor Jim Rogers, who orchestrated the ouster of UNLV President Carol Harter in 2006, is now supporting her to become the interim UNLV president after Neal Smatresk trots back to Texas.

Learn more about the nation’s most popular siding material

While vinyl siding has historically been the most-used siding material in the U.S., its continuing advancements are allowing even more choice when it comes to two critical qualities desired by homeowners: outstanding curb appeal and low maintenance.

7 ways to bring the spectacular beauty of nature into your home

There’s nothing like being outdoors. It soothes the soul, calms the spirit and delights the senses. Most of us can’t spend as much time as we’d like outside, but many clever methods can bring the serenity and beauty of nature into your home. Take a look at a few of the innovative ways that you can introduce nature’s beauty, from a lush garden to a spectacular rocky coastline, into your interior spaces.

Selecting a Medicare plan: making the right choice

Medicare’s Annual Election Period runs through Dec. 7, and Medicare beneficiaries are utilizing specific criteria and turning to different resources to navigate their coverage options.

A guide to great holiday gifts for the DIY enthusiast

It’s no secret that finding the perfect gift around the holidays for everyone on your list can be a daunting task. If your list includes someone who enjoys spending his or her free time fixing things around the house, why not show them you appreciate their DIY enthusiasm with some great gifts that will come in handy for their next project?

Shake up snack time with a pop of flavor inspiration

Today, Americans eat around 16 billion quarts of popcorn every year making it the nation’s favorite snack food by volume. Naturally rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, low calorie air-popped popcorn has more iron than eggs and more fiber than traditional salty snacks. In addition to being healthy, it’s wallet-friendly. For about 25 cents, you can pop enough kernels to satisfy a family of four. If that’s not enough to whet your appetite, what makes popcorn the greatest snack is its ability to adapt to consumers’ ever-changing palettes.

Fight the irritation of everyday life

Everyone experiences irritations from time to time, but a surprising new statistic shows that eight in 10 men experience underarm irritation during their everyday routine. Here’s what men need to know to fight irritation.

Modern answers to help seniors stay in their homes longer

Retirement marks the start of the golden years, the period when hard-working individuals can put their feet up to relax after a long, successful career. But for seniors who think they can no longer live in their homes alone, retirement may be a stressful time. They worry they will have to give up the homes they have enjoyed for so many years.

Slow start dooms Lady Rebels

Michelle Plouffe poured in a game-high 26 points and grabbed a game-high 11 rebounds to lead Utah to a 66-59 victory over UNLV on Tuesday night before a crowd of 562 at the Thomas &Mack Center.

Jaguars’ Hough commits to UNLV

Tim Hough didn’t get as many touches as the other top wide receivers in the area. But the senior at Desert Pines still caught the eye of UNLV’s coaching staff.

Vanilla Ice puts hex on Texans

The Houston Texans believe Vanilla Ice is back with a brand new invention — a curse that’s killing their team like a poisonous mushroom. Or something like that.

Critique doesn’t unhinge Cowboys’ Murray

So many times in his career, DeMarco Murray has lowered his head. Just not on this particular play Sunday against the New York Giants. It led to a rare moment of candor from Cowboys coach Jason Garrett, who said the former Bishop Gorman standout “needs to finish runs better.”

With notes of thanks, organization builds free Las Vegas home for veteran

A banner reading “Future Home of an American Hero: Army Cpl. Christopher Bales” hangs above the garage at a home in the 10000 block of Great Sioux Road. The home is a gift to Bales, who was selected in 2012 by PulteGroup and Operation Finally Home.

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