Shada Brazile no stranger to NFR

The National Finals Rodeo has been a way of life for Shari Rivera and Shada Brazile. The mother and daughter have been coming to Las Vegas for years.

Bar named for Jack Regan draws military crowd

Jack’s Place, 5067 E. Bonanza Road, is a small neighborhood bar that caters largely to an older ex-military crowd. The customers, who are mainly in their 50s and 60s, enjoy the soft oldies music that fills the air and the calm atmosphere of the bar.

EDITORIAL: Reform the VA

It’s easy to say the United States is all about supporting its veterans, the people who served and sacrificed to protect Americans’ freedoms.

Gearing up for National Finals Rodeo

The 2013 National Finals Rodeo kicks off Thursday at the Thomas & Mack Center on the UNLV campus and runs through Dec. 14.

Veteran steer wrestler Martin aims to win first world title at NFR

Since falling short of the final qualifying spot for the National Finals Rodeo by $626 in 2008, steer wrestler Casey Martin has used the experience to help fuel his rise to the top of his sport.

Nevada’s Amodei named to House Appropriations Committee

U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei of Nevada won appointment Wednesday to the House Appropriations Committee, a panel that has a voice over how billions of dollars are spent among government agencies.

Gaming regulators reject former casino exec’s suitability request

Former Golden Nugget owner and Wynn Resorts Ltd. executive Tim Poster struck out Wednesday to gain a preliminary finding of suitability from Nevada gaming regulators, an initial step toward receiving a full-fledged gaming license.

10 year-end financial ideas to consider

With the economic ups and downs of the last several years, many Americans are more motivated than ever to get their finances on track. With some financial alternatives expiring before the year’s end, there’s no better time than the present to start. Here are 10 year-end contributions to help you start 2014 on the right financial path.

Tipping TVs to fire hazards: Vital home safety resolutions for 2014

Some New Year’s resolutions can be difficult to keep, such as exercising more and eating less junk food. But resolutions that involve improving home safety can be just as worthwhile as those that deal with self-improvement – and often they’re much easier to keep.

Eight efficient organization tips for your busy life

If you run a small business or you manage your family’s household, you know that time is a precious commodity, one that you never seem to have enough of. And despite your best efforts, you can’t create time. So how do you save it and make yourself more efficient?

Falling temps could bring up to 2 inches of snow by weekend

Hope you pulled out your jackets and scarves in anticipation of the cold front that blew through the valley Tuesday evening because it left chilly temperatures and wet streets behind. But just wait.

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