For 20 years, it’s been known as “the place” to go for bagels. Savvas Andrews, owner/operator of The Bagel Cafe, 301 N. Buffalo Drive, said part of the business’ longevity was because he insists on consistency. He said a bagel made 20 years ago would taste the same as one made today.
Behind the Red Shield tours at The Salvation Army’s Social Services Campus let those who work to aid the homeless show the behind-the-scenes efforts of the operation. The next tour is set for May 19.
Northwest resident Melinda Munson does not consider herself, or her husband Paul, exceptional. She believes that anyone in their shoes would do what they are doing, no questions asked. The reality is not everyone would be able to take care of children with special needs — or especially go out of their way to adopt them.
Tiffany King and De Salazar found out about their breast cancers around the same time. They’re daughter and mother and have taken the fight to the streets to encourage people to get mammograms and detect the disease early.
The Well Care Behavioral and Medical Clinic provides patients with access to transportation, medication, appointments and more to help them not only get back on track but stay on track regarding their mental health.
This year, Maverick Hiu has performed in roles originated by ‘80s heartthrobs Kevin Bacon and Christian Slater. Beginning May 19, he’ll be appearing in a role originated by himself in the new musical “Bright Side” at Art Square theater, 1025 First St.
An off-the-cuff remark made by Inventables CEO Zach Kaplan cost his company more than $10,000, and he couldn’t be happier about it.
The Jean Nidetch Women’s Center at UNLV is making efforts toward helping sexual assault victims, hoping to offer sexual assault kits in the near future. Last fall, as a way to work with populations that might be overlooked, it obtained a grant to have a care advocate specifically for LGBT students.
New show from Chippendales creators blends female burlesque with male revue, but the venue is the third component.
Nevadans who play their cards right won’t have to pay at all when MGM Resorts International starts charging for parking on June 6.
Shops in Tivoli Village’s Market LV include a new addition that aims to make a bride’s special day as stress-free as possible. Glitter & Grace puts brides in touch with wedding vendors that match their needs. Store owners Megan Thompson and Stacey Shively-Kepler said it’s a one-stop place to locate various facets that come together in a wedding, a reception, or even the honeymoon, all in a 642-square-foot space painted pink.
Haven Craft co-founders Ian Shields and Melissa Eggstaff seek to offer community a space for lesser-known practices. “We’re an interfaith community center for people of alternative religion and spirituality,” Eggstaff said.
April 22 was a day filled with wonder for youngsters at Merryhill Preschool, 10050 Alta Drive. The school held an Earth Day program with plenty of activities to coincide with its reduce, recycle, reuse program. A highlight of the day was students releasing live ladybugs.
For the last 60-plus years, Betty Jo Peisker and Pat Gandrud have been by each other’s side through the good times and the bad. When Gandrud, 86, died Feb. 25, it was fitting that Peisker was there, too: The two had been friends since before Henderson was incorporated as a city in 1953.
After 14 years at the company, Ryan Paulos has been appointed vice president and general manager at the Cannery. He started out as a knight at the Excalibur and went on to be a gladiator at Caesars in Atlantic City. With Boyd Gaming purchasing the Cannery and North Las Vegas’ presence as a technology hub, he is looking forward to attracting a new type of customer.
Fishing out of Boulder Harbor has been good for stripers in the 3- to 4-pound range, but anglers have been catching the fish throughout the reservoir.
Instead of shelling out hundreds or thousands of dollars on services you pay someone else to do for you, consider doing the task yourself. You might be surprised by how much money you can save by becoming an expert at DIY projects.
El Paso starter Jeremy Guthrie came into Wednesday’s game sporting an 0-5 record and an 8.40 ERA. His counterpart, 51s starter Duane Below, entered the day 1-2 with a 6.04 ERA. But despite the ugly numbers, the duo settled into a nice pitcher’s duel Wednesday at Cashman Field
Cameron Meeks’ steady play late in the round helped him hold off teammates Jack Trent and Jun Oshimoto for medalist honors, and Palo Verde ran away with the team title at the Division ISunset Region boys golf tournament on Wednesday.
Two people were treated for smoke inhalation after an electrical fire at the Westgate late Wednesday.
The person shot near Washington Avenue and Minnesota Street was taken to University Medical Center trauma’s unit, but the extent of the person’s injuries were unclear.
Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske did not comment Wednesday when asked how her office will respond to a letter from a U.S. Senate Finance Committee member about Nevada’s oversight of companies tied to the Panama Papers.
If you want to crash on Pam Anderson’s gently used bed, all you need is $5.2 million to buy her former Summerlin house, plus extra cash to negotiate for her furnishings.
Eldorado freshman Matthew Manganello used a stretch of four consecutive birdies on his back nine to force a playoff, and he went on to defeat Coronado’s Grant McKay on the second extra hole to take medalist honors at the Division I Sunrise Region boys golf tournament.
Noah Syndergaard made history with a pair of home runs in the New York Mets’ 4-3 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday at Dodger Stadium.
Centennial’s Jake Rogers got a strikeout, then induced a grounder back to the mound to end the game and preserve a 5-4 home victory over Shadow Ridge in the Division I Sunset Region baseball tournament.
The Cougars blew most of an early 6-0 lead, but Sarah Pinkston saved the day with four strong innings of relief as Coronado edged visitingFoothill 8-6 in the second round of the Division I Sunrise Region playoffs.
Green Valley’s Austin Primack delivered a two-out RBI single in the bottom of the sixth Wednesday to give the Gators a 5-4 win over Las Vegas at the Sunrise Region baseball tournament.
Taylor Askland struck out a season-high 10 batters and scattered nine hits to lead Palo Verde to a 12-4 win over visiting Centennial in a winners’ bracket semifinal of the Division I Sunset Region tournament.
Four Crusaders improved on their first-round scores — and five shot in the 70s — as Faith Lutheran finished with a team score of 769 and ran away with the Division I-A Southern Region title by 77 strokes over Pahrump Valley at Siena Golf Club.
