UNLV’s business school falls in ranking of top US progams

UNLV’s business school has tumbled in rank among the nation’s top undergraduate business programs, according to ratings released today by U.S. News & World Report.

Former WWE colleagues poke fun at CM Punk’s UFC debut

Some of the former colleagues of Phil “CM Punk” Brooks appear to be having fun at his expense after he quickly was defeated in his professional mixed martial arts debut.

Cease-fire holds in Syria — for now — as calm prevails

The cease-fire in Syria appeared to be holding on Tuesday despite sporadic and minor violations, with observers saying most of the country was calm amid the latest attempt by the United States and Russia to bring some quiet in the country’s devastating civil war, now in its sixth year.

Rescued from floodwater, Louisiana woman finally meets her ‘angel’

Millions have seen and shared the video of a good Samaritan jumping off a boat to rescue Hailey Brouillette and her dog from a car sinking into south Louisiana floodwaters last month. Brouillette isn’t one of them, but she finally got to meet the man who saved her life.

American West Homes Grand opens new community in Silverado Ranch

A new-home community, Silverado Summit by American West Homes, has come to the southeast part of the Las Vegas Valley in Silverado Ranch. Now celebrating its grand opening, Silverado Summit offers a variety of new-home designs, starting at $293,500.

Lake Las Vegas Rowing Club offers free classes

The Lake Las Vegas Master Association and the Lake Las Vegas Rowing Club will hold free one-hour rowing classes at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at the 320-acre lake in Henderson. The classes will be part of a competitive rowing (also known as crew) program, the first of its kind in the state.

High-rise promotes maintenance-free lifestyle

Jennifer Brunston has only lived in Nevada for a few months, but her seasoned experience, professionalism and first-class customer service skills have already made an impact on the lives of her “clients,” residents at The Ogden, a high-rise condominium tower in the heart of downtown Las Vegas.

Summerlin residents mark 20 years in community

When it comes to recognizing a great bagel, Shari and Savvas Andrews have no equal. The couple owns and operates Bagel Café, a longtime staple and highly popular breakfast and lunch spot on the west side of the Las Vegas Valley that just celebrated its 20th year in business. The Andrews, who have lived in Summerlin for 20 years since relocating from New York, also know quality homes.

Free Ice Cream Sunday at Providence

Cool down in a fun way as the summer comes to an end. The annual Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday returns with free ice cream and activities for family and friends to enjoy Sept. 18 from 11 a.m.to 2 p.m. at Huckleberry Park in the Providence.

Master plan residents use social media to help build communities

Konrad’s use of social media at the time foreshadowed what is becoming a national movement of mother’s using social media, predominately Facebook, to network and build a sense of community for themselves and their children. This is becoming increasingly prevalent in area master-planned communities.

Lender has priority in HOA foreclosures

NOTE: Sometimes,my readers’ questions — like this one — demand I seek advice from other professionals. This week, I’ve invited attorney Avece M. Higbee to weigh in on this foreclosure issue.

Las Vegas ranks No. 4 U.S. city for homeownership

According to a new report from Bankrate.com, “Best and Worst Metro Areas for Homeowners,” Las Vegas ranked no. 4 out of a list of the 50 largest metropolitan areas, by population, across the U.S.

Mortgage rates stay in refi realm

Mortgage rates remained at a near-standstill this week after a so-so employment report.

Realtors donate backpacks, school supplies to Boys & Girls Clubs

More than 1,000 students are now going to school every day in Southern Nevada with a new backpack stocked with school supplies, thanks to donations from local Realtors.

US sends message to North Korea, tries to settle nerves in South Korea

The United States on Tuesday sent two nuclear-capable supersonic bombers streaking over ally South Korea in a show of force meant to cow North Korea after its recent nuclear test and also to settle rattled nerves in the South.

 
Amorino Gelato serves tasty rose-shaped cones

A rose by any other name may or may not smell as sweet, but it probably wouldn’t taste as good as this one.

Classes on hops coming to Nevada

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Herds and Harvest Program is offering a hops class on Tuesday in Reno, Wednesday in Elko and on Friday in Las Vegas.

The real cost of ‘cheap’ flights

It’s easy enough to find the lowest airfare these days, thanks to online flight aggregator sites like Travelocity and Kayak. Still, when it comes to comparing airline add-on fees, it can be a challenge trying to figure out which hidden costs you need to plan for.

Wayne Newton blitzes protesting NFL players

Wayne Newton says it’s fine to protest, but to show respect during the national anthem.

49ers shut out Rams for first win of Chip Kelly era

Carlos Hyde ran for 88 yards and two touchdowns and the San Francisco 49ers posted their first season-opening shutout in franchise history to spoil the Rams’ first game since moving back to Los Angeles with a 28-0 victory Monday night.

Contempt for women can pay off

Some people believe former Stanford student and star swimmer Brock Turner is destined for failure because of his sexual assault conviction. But many misogynists in the the United States — ranging from Bill Clinton to Mike Tyson — have gone on to great success despite their terrible behavior.

 
20 years after his death in Las Vegas, Tupac Shakur lives on

Mikey Porter, a longtime Vegas hip-hop scene fixture, and a half dozen other rappers and DJs gather at the spot where the hip-hop icon was shot to reminisce and reflect on his legacy.

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