WRESTLING: Valenti, Gators slip past Bulldogs

Anthony Valenti pinned his opponent in just 29 seconds at 285 pounds on Thursday to lead Green Valley’s wrestling team to a 42-26 home win over Centennial.

Mariota keeps Ducks in wild playoff hunt

It’s appropriate Marcus Mariota wears green, because the Oregon quarterback is a money player. He will earn a lot of it in the NFL, where he could start for about 10 teams this weekend.

For Barnes, O’Brien, it ain’t their first rodeo

In 1985, the year the National Finals Rodeo arrived in Las Vegas, the No. 1 movie was “Back to the Future” and the top team ropers were Jake Barnes and Clay O’Brien Cooper.

Firebirds can provide just the tonic for reeling UNLV

When UNLV’s basketball schedule was released during the summer and the name “Saint Katherine” appeared on it, people were scratching their heads and echoing a collective, “Who?” But maybe coach Dave Rice knew what he was doing.

UFC’s Pettis fights, dresses for success

One of the traits Anthony Pettis took from his late father is a keen fashion sense. Pettis’ father also got him started in martial arts, but never saw how successful his son would become.

Transfers ‘huge spark’ for Gaels

A year ago, Tyjon Lindsey couldn’t have imagined being where he is today.

Better things to do than worry about Gorman

First off, I’d like to clear up a rumor that has been floating around. No, I am not going to be the next coach at Bishop Gorman should Tony Sanchez take over at UNLV.

NFR rookie Yates fired up after first round win

Marty Yates balled his fist, slammed it repeatedly against his chest and then slung his hat into the middle of the Thomas & Mack Center arena.

Poor shooting dooms Lady Rebels in loss at BYU

The UNLV women’s basketball team couldn’t overcome a nine-minute field-goal drought in the first half Thursday in a 76-61 loss to Brigham Young in Provo, Utah.

U.S. Army seeking new primary gun

After about 30 years of using the Beretta as the primary sidearm pistol for the U.S. military, the Pentagon is seeking a new gun contract.

Pedestrian struck by car in northeast valley dies

A person died after being hit by a car Thursday evening in the northeast valley, according to Las Vegas police. Officers responded about 6:40 p.m. to Alto Avenue and North Lamb Boulevard where a person was struck by a car, according to Metro Lt. Barb Schmidt.

BLM auction shows confidence in Vegas housing market

A strong response to a recent federal land sale is being seen as an indicator that the Las Vegas real estate market is still on the upswing despite slowed growth in home and land prices.

Romo, Murray lead Cowboys past Bears, 41-28

Tony Romo threw three touchdown passes and the Dallas Cowboys, after a sputtering start, scored touchdowns on five consecutive possessions while converting six straight third down plays to defeat the Chicago Bears 41-28 on Thursday night.

Section of 215 to close overnight for bridge work

A section of the northern 215 Beltway will be closed overnight Thursday and early Friday for bridge construction, according to Clark County.

Bright green cat wanders Bulgarian streets — VIDEO

A cat was spotted near a Black Sea resort in Varna, Bulgaria, which doesn’t sound too exciting, until you see its color.

UMC set to pick third CEO in a year

University Medical Center officials Friday are poised to install their third chief executive in less than a year as the public hospital’s governing board meets to discuss a successor to Larry Barnard, who is taking a similar position in the private sector.

After rift, Vegas rekindles ‘lovefest’ with NFR

Nearly a year ago, it seemed like everyone had a beef with the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, the Colorado Springs, Co.-based organization that sanctions the National Finals Rodeo. This year, the dust-ups of 2013 are a distant memory.

 
Mom lies to protect pit bull that bit child’s face

On Sunday, two-year-old Gabrielle Looney was bitten on the face by her mother’s boyfriend’s pit bull. The couple took the injured little girl to the hospital, where her mother did the unthinkable. She lied to doctors and police about what happened to protect the dog.

Verizon begins cutting 3G network, moving toward 4G

As 4G smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices replace older 3G gadgets, Verizon is changing the makeup of its network to compensate.

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