Entrepreneur adds own brand to his whiskey bar’s selection

It’s no exaggeration to say that UNLV instructor Adam Carmer wrote the book on tasting whiskey. It’s called “The Method,” and it details his system for tasting spirits.

Nellis Air Force Base squadrons help battle hunger

Volunteers from Nellis Air Force Base help feed the homeless every last Monday of the month at the corner of McWilliams Avenue and G Street.

Stories of human trafficking turn valley woman into activist

After state lawmakers failed to pass legislation that would have required the national human trafficking hotline number to be posted, residents worked to get it done through local government.

Flock of volunteers builds playground in one day at church

Creating a new neighborhood park in the Cedar Avenue area began more than nine months ago, but when 230 volunteers came together on Nov. 16, it took only a few hours to build it.

 
‘Blackfish’ spurs performers to cancel SeaWorld gig

The rock bands Heart and Barenaked Ladies along with country singer Willie Nelson have canceled their planned performances at SeaWorld in Florida, citing a recent documentary that raises questions about the effects of captivity on whales.

MGM Resorts recommended for suitability in Massachusetts

BOSTON — The investigative arm of the state gambling commission recommended on Monday that MGM Resorts be found suitable to proceed with a bid for a casino in downtown Springfield, provided company officials adequately explain to the five-member commission several concerns raised during a lengthy background check.

FBI arrests 7 LA sheriff’s deputies in jail probe

At least seven current and former Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies have been arrested by the FBI as part of an ongoing investigation of inmate abuse in the nation’s largest jail system.

Mars rover finds evidence of freshwater lake

NASA’s Curiosity rover has uncovered signs of an ancient freshwater lake on Mars, which scientists say could have been a perfect spot for tiny primitive organisms to flourish if they ever existed on the red planet.

 
Aron Ralston, of ‘127 Hours’ fame, arrested on assault charges

Aron Ralston, the Colorado adventurer whose self-amputation ordeal was made into the movie “127 Hours,” was arrested in Denver on allegations of domestic violence after police say he and his girlfriend got into an altercation.

Bareback competition tight

The race for the bareback riding gold buckle is the tightest of all the events for this year’s National Finals Rodeo. One look at the standings before the 10-day rodeo started at the Thomas &Mack Center clearly showed why.

Staying home works for Ohl

If Cody Ohl’s 2013 season were one of those clever AT&T commercials, the script might go something like this:

Durfey times it just right

The story of Tyson Durfey and Shea Fisher has played out like the rodeo version of star football player and cheer captain. Except Durfey tackles and ties calves, and Fisher croons out country tunes, with an Australian twang to boot.

Cowboys, fans remain Tough Enough To Wear Pink

The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo crowd at the Thomas &Mack Center during Round 5 tonight will look a bit different than usual.

Las Vegas Events has offer to extend NFR past 2014

Las Vegas Events, the nonprofit organization marketing and promoting the popular National Finals Rodeo, has an offer on the table with the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association to keep the prized event in Las Vegas beyond 2014.

Philharmonic anchors varied music program

Santa opened his pack Saturday evening and out spilled a wealth of musical pleasure. The Smith Center’s Reynolds Hall was nearly full, and the audience showed smiles and a growing holiday spirit.

‘Hunter Gatherers’ satirically sexy

Have yourself a merry little Walpurgisnacht. Just in time for those dreaded annual holiday gatherings, the Las Vegas Little Theatre’s production of Peter Sinn Nachtrieb’s “Hunter Gatherers” in the Fischer Black Box ruthlessly explores the primordial meanings behind human social conventions.

Adaptation of ‘Christmas Carol’ lacks joy and grief

Charles Dickens’ enduring “A Christmas Carol” has influenced all things Christmas since it was published in 1843. The traditional ways in which we celebrate the Yuletide today, with sumptuous feasts, silly games, festive dances and spirited generosity are all a result of his cautionary tale.

 
Google, Facebook, Apple unite in plea against online snooping

Major technology companies, stung by revelations that the U.S. government collects people’s personal data on their networks, on Monday issued an open letter to President Barack Obama asking for tighter controls on surveillance.

Las Vegas should warm up Wednesday

As Las Vegans weather the cold, temperatures are expected to warm up by Wednesday.

Affinity Gaming offers preliminary look at revenues

Casino operator Affinity Gaming told investors Monday it expects to report revenues of between $391.4 million and $394.1 million for the fiscal year that ends Dec. 31, down from $403.2 million reported a year ago.

 
Server accused of forging anti-gay note loses job

A New Jersey waitress who accused a family of leaving an anti-gay note on their receipt is no longer working at the bistro where the incident took place.

Former control board chairman joins Responsible Gaming board

Former Nevada Gaming Control Board Chairman Mark Lipparelli has joined the board of the National Center for Responsible Gaming, which focuses on education and outreach program creation and implementation.

Penn National Gaming spinoff announces first acquisition

The real estate investment trust spinoff from Penn National Gaming announced its first acquisition outside of the regional casino operator Monday, paying $140 million for a riverboat casino complex in East St. Louis, Ill.

1 in 5 Americans join ‘new rich’ – at least, temporarily

It’s not just the wealthiest 1 percent. Fully 20 percent of U.S. adults become rich for parts of their lives, wielding outsize influence on America’s economy and politics. This little-known group may pose the biggest barrier to reducing the nation’s income inequality.

 
Napping passenger awakes alone, locked in dark plane

A passenger who fell asleep while flying to Los Angeles says he awoke to discover himself alone and locked inside a dark, empty United Express plane in Houston.

Chapman helps youth soccer club

Chapman Automotive continued its history of supporting local youth and community events Oct. 25-27, during the 14th annual city of Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase. More than 5,000 youth from regions throughout the world, including Mexico, Brazil, Canada and the United States, competed in the soccer competition.

Agent goes off-roading

Findlay Toyota Internet sales agent Robert Anderson takes his 2003 Toyota 4Runner through some real challenges.

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