Columnist takes a look back at 2013

Green Living covers a lot of territory. Let’s take a look back with a recap of the topics we covered in 2013.

Décor can be glamorous all year long

The oversized Christmas card arrived wrapped jewel-like in brilliant gold foil paper and stood out so easily from all the others. I instantly knew who it was from and saw it as a sign that the holiday season was off to an auspicious start.

Renovation creates healing retreat

Rebecca and her three kids had a challenging year. The recent loss of Darcy, her husband and their father, hit them all hard. Rebecca wanted to start down the road to recovery by designing a fabulous new family room where they could all have fun and spend some quality time together.

Recycled Christmas trees become valuable resource

Christmas trees are one of the most recognized traditions of the holiday season. They make homes smell lovely, and they provide a beautiful focal point for gifts.

Americans optimistic for 2014, poll finds

Ready to ring in the new year, Americans look ahead with optimism, according to a new AP-Times Square New Year’s Eve poll. Their ratings of the year gone by? Less than glowing.

Thousands left without power across Canada and US

Utility crews from Maine to Michigan and into Canada worked Wednesday to restore power to hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses left in the dark by last weekend’s ice storm, and people slowly trickled out of shelters to spend Christmas Day at their finally warm homes.

Cold weather pushes rodents into homes

With the holidays over for another year, you may think you won’t have any more surprise guests until spring. Think again. Nearly a third (29 percent) of Americans have had a “visit” from one of winter’s least-welcome “guests” – rodents – according to a survey from the National Pest Management Association. In fact, these pests enter approximately 21 million homes each winter, and nearly half of the infestations occur in the fall and winter months.

The best of 2013 high school sports

The end of the year brings plenty of celebrations. But it’s unlikely that any of those parties will match the pure, unadulterated joy that high school sports titles bring.

8 of UNLV’s best moments this football season

The best season UNLV’s seen in 13 years had plenty of moments worth talking about. Here are eight of the most notable.

2013 Christmas Week Basketball Tournament Schedules

Follow the link for the schedules and results (when available) for the Las Vegas Prep Championship boys and Las Vegas Holiday Classic, Lady Wolves Holiday Tournament and Vegas Invitational girls basketball tournaments being held Dec. 26-30.

New Mexico woman guilty of locking girl in cage

A New Mexico woman pleaded guilty Monday to locking her 8-year-old niece with developmental disabilities in a wooden cage and leaving her alone while she left to watch a movie.

China: Vaccine maker investigation launched after baby deaths

China sent health experts to investigate a drug maker Tuesday to see if several recent deaths of babies were related to a vaccine they received in a government immunization program.

Band plans fun entry to new year

At a silver metal table in a corner, one-half of Vegas indie rock Black Camaro is discussing their annual, ever-evolving New Year’s Eve variety show at Backstage Bar & Billiards, along with stage manager Lazer Lavin and show host Ryan Pardey.

Where to go to celebrate Kwanzaa in Las Vegas

It may not be the most visible event on America’s end-of-the-year celebration schedule, but it’s a key part of the holiday season for those who do observe it.

Conservationist has lifetime of secrets worth sharing

As a longtime advocate for some of Southern Nevada’s outdoor treasures Robertson was instrumental in the creation of the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area in 2002. But in the years since she has grown frustrated by the lack of improvements there.

Navy recognizes sailor who grew up in Las Vegas

A Cheyenne High School graduate and decorated Navy counselor beat 135 shore-based candidates in the Pacific Northwest for the coveted Sailor of the Year honor.

Man gives kidney to Facebook stranger

A stranger’s willingness to give up his kidney has given a local man hope for the future and forged a bond between their families

 
Experts worry tablets are making kids dumb

Tablet computers are so easy to use that even a 3-year-old can master them. And that has some pediatricians and other health experts worried.

Greatest gift of all: Local coach winning battle with cancer

Mike Martin, the longtime director of the Las Vegas Baseball Academy (and former Chicago Cubs) catcher who has been fighting bladder cancer, recently received word he is cancer free.

5 holiday drinks to make tonight

Well, the big day’s finally here. The leading-up-to-Christmas hustle and bustle, which seems to take forever and at the same time is never long enough, is over. The packages have been opened, the roast is in the oven and you can take a few minutes to sit down and relax, perhaps with a drink.

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