View readers respond to recent news

We are very appreciative for the fine opinion piece by Herb Jaffe concerning mail theft (“Metro asks for public’s help in stopping mail theft,” Feb. 18 Summerlin-area View).

Health news and events around the valley, March 3-9, 2016

The two Humana Guidance Centers in Las Vegas are planning two open houses from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 8 and 1:45 to 4:45 p.m. March 9 at 1000 N. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 720, and 8885 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 140, respectively.

Education Notebook: School news and events for March 3-9, 2016

The city of Henderson has been awarded a grant from the Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology to develop new STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) workforce training.

News from around the valley, March 3-9, 2016

The Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors presented Habitat for Humanity Las Vegas with a $100,000 donation on Feb. 25 in sponsorship of a new home.

Crime and safety news from around the valley, March 3-9, 2016

Small Claims Class: Nevada Legal Services plans a free community education presentation on the small claims process at 10 a.m. March 11 at 530 S. Sixth St. A licensed staff attorney is set to be on hand after to answer questions. Call 702-386-0404.

View seeks unconventional ‘moms’ and ‘dads’

Do you have an unconventional parental figure in your life who deserves recognition? Do you know someone who often steps up and is mom or dad to everyone?

Parties privy to Cashman Field’s future in game of ‘chicken’

Any day now, you’ll be reading about baseballs flying out of ballparks all over Arizona and Florida. That’s because spring training is in the air — the time of year when every team in organized baseball is a winner.

Woman killed in Henderson hit-and-run Wednesday identified

The identity of a woman killed in a hit-and-run crash Wednesday near Boulder Highway and Warm Springs Road has been released by the Clark County coroner’s office.

Parker makes an appealing Arizona trip before summer hits

Footloose Las Vegans travel in all directions of the compass but tend to reserve southerly excursions for colder months. You still have time for at least one more trip southward before the weather warms too much.

Gardening: Warm-season vegetables need protecting right now

Historically, the last frost date is March 15 in the Las Vegas Valley. Planting warm-season vegetables before this date, such as tomatoes, peppers and eggplant, can be a bit risky because of a chance for frost.

$10 gets you Portuguese flavor and dancing at Vila Algarve

Think dinner and dancing are a thing of Las Vegas’ past? Think again. Dancing is on the menu almost every night at the Portuguese restaurant Vila Algarve, 6120 W. Tropicana Ave, Suites A11 and A12.

Summerlin-area Nacho Daddy puts Mexican spin on sports bar

If you’re looking to shake up your weekly sports bar routine, or you’re just getting a little tired of burgers and chicken wings, Nacho Daddy’s westside location could be your new favorite spot.

Annual Cirque race to mark 15 years March 12 at Springs Preserve

If you want to meet Minnie or Mickey, you go to Disneyland. If you would rather mingle with dancers, acrobats and clowns, you can Run Away with Cirque du Soleil at the Springs Preserve March 12.

Whitney Library exhibit turns pages of darker kind of children’s book

Good art can be a little dark and disturbing. In the case of a new exhibition at the Whitney Library Gallery, it can also be classified as creepy, spooky, kooky, mysterious and more than a little fun.

March 2016 First Friday listings

The First Friday arts festival is scheduled from 5 to 11 p.m. March 4 at venues throughout the 18b Arts District in downtown Las Vegas, near the intersection of Charleston Boulevard and Main Street.

East Valley Community Events Calendar, March 3-9, 2016

The event is scheduled for March 4-6 at Sam Boyd Stadium, 7000 E. Russell Road. March 4, gates are set to open at 3 p.m. and the last match to begin at 9 p.m.

Northern-area Community Events Calendar, March 3-9, 2016

The concert featuring Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon Live! is set at 8 p.m. March 5 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $15 at the door

Summerlin Area Community Events Calendar, March 3-9, 2016

The Jewish Family Service Agency of Las Vegas plans to host the annual Tzedakah Jazz Brunch at 11 a.m. March 6 at Temple Beth Sholom, 10700 Havenwood Lane.

Southwest-area Community Events Calendar for March 3-9, 2016

Las Vegas City Councilman Ricki Y. Barlow is set to host a Ward 5 fishing derby from 8 a.m. to noon March 5 at Lorenzi Park, 3333 W. Washington Ave. The event is for everyone from beginners to experienced anglers.

Las Vegas Valley temps to climb into 80-degree range

The Las Vegas Valley is a month ahead of schedule in terms of warmer weather, according to Chad Shafer, meteorologist with the National Weather Service.

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