Bus routes to include stops at McCarran’s Terminal 3

To an average rider, the Regional Transportation Commission’s task looked simple: Create a slight detour for one of the three bus routes serving McCarran International Airport to include a stop at Terminal 3.

 
Police: McDonald’s employee sold heroin in Happy Meals

An employee of a McDonald’s restaurant in Pittsburgh was charged Wednesday with selling heroin in Happy Meals to customers using the coded request “I’d like to order a toy.”

Novelists to read from book they co-authored, ‘On Two Fronts’

Nevada National Guard soldier Adam Fenner and Lance Taubold will read an excerpt from their novel “On Two Fronts” and host a discussion with guests during a free public event at 1 p.m. Saturday at The Center, 401 S. Maryland Parkway.

LAW QUARTERLY: Nonprofit transparency targeted

Almost 15,000 nonprofit groups are registered in Nevada, but only 4,681 are tax-deductible organizations, according to the Alliance of Nevada Nonprofits.

Economist: Fed policies leave trillions on sidelines

The Federal Reserve’s use of quantitative easing to stimulate the economy and reduce unemployment hasn’t been as successful as it could have been and has created long-term problems, according to Allan Meltzer, a political economy professor with Carnegie Mellon University.

Faith Lutheran coach: NFL always will be part of me

Vernon Fox recently took a moment to look at jerseys and memorabilia in his closet, and the pictures hanging on the walls of his office in his home.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van Service Center opens in Henderson

Mercedes-Benz of Henderson announced that construction is complete at its new Sprinter Van Service Center. The dedicated 3,200-square-foot addition is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment and includes a new Hunter MKS alignment rack.

Fiat fills tall order

At 6-foot-5, longtime Las Vegan Michael Smith is a big man. However, he fits comfortably into a 2014 Fiat 500 L purchased from Findlay Fiat in the Valley Automall.

BMW unveils all-electric i3

BMW of Las Vegas took a step toward green energy Jan. 11 with the introduction of the BMW i3 electric vehicle at 6900 W. Sahara Ave. It will be available for sale in the spring. It comes with a combination of power, sportiness, exceptional handling, a fuel mileage rating of about $3 worth of electricity and 100-mile range.

Planet Hyundai warranty manager says he loves his job

Joe Stark, 35, is one of those classic car automobile industry stories. He started out at the age of 17 working as a lot porter for a Ford dealership in Phoenix in 1996 and has risen through the ranks ever since.

Lexus of Henderson staffer is part of the community

Michael Kennedy got involved in automobile sales in 1979 at a Chevrolet dealership in Columbus, Ohio, spending the past 15 years in management as a financial manager, new-car manager and general manager. He decided to come to Lexus of Henderson two years ago and immediately fell in love with his new employer and his new community of Sun City Anthem.

 
Bieber tested positive for pot, Xanax at Miami arrest

A preliminary toxicology report shows that Justin Bieber tested positive for marijuana and the anti-anxiety drug Xanax after his arrest last week in South Florida.

 
Oscar nod rescinded for ‘Alone Yet Not Alone’ song

The motion picture academy has rescinded the Academy Awards original song nomination for “Alone Yet Not Alone” because of the appearance of an unfair advantage.

MSNBC does it again

When it comes to racial stereotypes, nobody does it “better” than the uber-liberal network MSNBC.

Farm bill advances, includes PILT money for Nevada, other Western states

The farm bill moving toward approval in Congress includes a one-year extension of a federal program that compensates rural counties for federal lands they can’t tax. About 1,900 local governments — mostly in the West — received a total of $400 million last year under the program, known as Payment in Lieu of Taxes or PILT.

Right prop bets can add to excitement, even in Super Bowl blowout

If the point spread is an accurate indicator, the Super Bowl won’t be a bore. But a blowout is always possible. The game is never boring, however, for those who jump into the deep pool of proposition wagers.

Passing on the inside: Auto racing now 4th most popular

Auto racing has the shortest off-season in sports. After NASCAR Champion’s Week here in December, the gentlemen shut down their engines for about six weeks, ostensibly so Las Vegas native Kurt Busch can find a new job, and so NASCAR can fiddle with the rules some more. Then I get a text from my pal Charlie, saying he’s on his way to Daytona for the Rolex 24, or that he’s already there.

January 2014
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
 12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031  
MOST READ