Team Ford Lincoln makes dream come true for local hero

Julie Johnson thought it was going to be just another normal day at Suite One Salon at Hualapai Way and Charleston Boulevard, where she works as a hairstylist. But it became a day she will not soon forget.

‘Batman v Superman’ comes to life in Jeep Renegade at Chapman Chrysler Jeep

With the premiere of the highly anticipated “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” movie on the horizon, the battle is on in a partnership with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Warner Brothers with the release of the 2016 Renegade “Dawn of Justice” Special Edition. A blacked-out 4×4 Renegade is driven by Bruce Wayne in the upcoming film and a replica is brand-new to the showroom floor at Chapman Chrysler Jeep.

Fiat’s award-winning safety hits home for local woman

Towbin Fiat/Alfa Romeo and Fiat put the highest priority on customer safety. The 2016 Fiat 500X was recently named an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick+, earning good ratings in all five of the organization’s crashworthiness tests and an advanced rating for front crash prevention.

‘We buried the hatchet’: Carson endorses Trump

Ben Carson threw his support behind Donald Trump Friday morning, saying the two men had “buried the hatchet” and praising the Republican Party’s front-runner as a “the voice of the people to be heard.”

Northbound lanes on US 95 near Jones reopen after crash

All northbound lanes on U.S. Highway 95 near Jones Boulevard have reopened Friday morning, according to the Regional Transit Commission on Twitter.

White expects McGregor to compete at UFC 200

During a Tuesday appearance on ESPN Radio’s Russillo and Kanell, UFC president Dana White all but confirmed the rampant speculation Conor McGregor would be a part of the organization’s historic UFC 200 card on July 9 at T-Mobile Arena.

Hope for Prisoners helps ex-offenders return to productive lives

Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series about Hope for Prisoners, a program with spiritual roots that strives to help those who have done time turn their lives around. The second part, focusing on graduates of the program, will appear in next week’s Religion page.

Crime and safety news from around the valley, March 10-16, 2016

Protecting Nevada’s Seniors: The free public event is planned from 10 a.m. to noon March 14 at the Doolittle Community Center, 1950 J St. The Contractors Board is joining forces with local, state, and community partners to raise awareness of different forms of elder abuse, common scams targeting the elderly, and offer tips and resources available to assist seniors in identifying warning signs and how to protect themselves. This interactive panel discussion includes a vendor fair and light refreshments. Participating in the event will be a variety of representatives from the legal community, local law enforcement, and other senior advocacy groups. Call 702-229-6374.

Health news and events around the valley, March 10-16, 2016

Business Power Luncheon: Las Vegas Heals is partnering with the Las Vegas Metro Chamberof Commerce at the Business Power Luncheon, set from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 17 at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, 3960 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The deans from UNLV School of Medicine, Touro University Nevada and Roseman University of Health Sciences are set to give updates on their respective campuses and explain how the business community can engage with these economy-driving forces to positively impact the region. Registration closes March 14. Visit tinyurl.com/powerluncheonLV.

5 tips for a more colorful March Madness

From team jerseys and mascots to lucky game day gear, team colors bring fans together and act as a beacon of pride, spirit and unity.

 
Pair in stolen U-Haul shoot car, evade police during wild pursuit

A pair of people who stole a U-Haul late Thursday evaded police during a pursuit, weaving and speeding through the central valley and downtown area before coming to a forced stop in North Las Vegas, officials said.

6 most important tax deductions you should claim

As Americans fire up their laptops and desktops with another e-filing tax season underway, they might overlook something as old as tax time itself: savvy tax deductions that can coax a smile as you file.

UNLV’s journey over in familiar letdown

The season whose highlight came in the paradise that is Maui in November and yet eventually endured as many emotional bumps and bruises as physical ones ended with a 95-82 loss to Fresno State in a Mountain West Tournament quarterfinal at the Thomas & Mack Center.

San Diego State’s strong finishing kick ousts Utah State

With its NCAA Tournament hopes on the line, San Diego State did what’s expected of championship teams. Trailing by two points, the top-seeded Aztecs closed with a strong run to defeat Utah State 71-65 in Thursday’s quarterfinals of the Mountain West tournament at the Thomas & Mack Center.

Another basketball loss is the least of Chicago State’s worries

Chicago State’s record fell to 4 wins, 28 losses, which sounds dire, until you learn Chicago State has declared “a university-wide state of financial exigency.” What this essentially means: Chicago State is broke.

Inconsistent Arizona rebuffs Colorado in Pac-12 quarterfinals

Sean Miller must be wondering if his Arizona basketball team has a Sybil complex. One half, the Wildcats are as good as any other team in America. The next, they might have trouble beating an intramural squad. Or at least it must feel like that to him.

Early trends point to upset-filled March in NCAA Tournament

Bookmakers always hope for upsets, and this March, it’s not just wishful thinking. There certainly are going to be shockers, and there probably will be a No. 2 or a No. 3 seed go down. What we are witnessing now is a preview of the real madness.

Bulldogs bounce Rebels from MW tournament

UNLV played from behind the entire basketball game today, and watched its season come to an end with a 95-82 loss to Fresno State in the Mountain West tournament quarterfinals at the Thomas & Mack Center.

Faith Lutheran ace shows his stuff

Zack Trageton fired six strong innings, and visiting Faith Lutheran got the better of Arbor View for a 6-3 victory Thursday in the Bengal Varsity Tournament.