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Bird watching bountiful around valley

An unusual visitor came to the valley in early February, and the visit was the talk of the town for bird-watchers.

Clinic breaks new ground tracking preemies’ progress

More than 2,400 infants are born prematurely each year in the Las Vegas Valley. The city is now home to the state’s first High Risk Infant Follow-up program in the recently opened Foundation for Positively Kids Neopediatric clinic, 2480 E. Tompkins Ave.

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Vegas neonatologist wants to help premature babies

Dr. Farooq Abdulla, a neonatologist with the Foundation for Positively Kids in Las Vegas, wants to provide ongoing evaluation to infants born prematurely during the first three years of their lives. The goal is to ensure the children develop to their fullest potential.

Free coaching helps Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort thrive

Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort is flourishing thanks to an unorthodox strategy to turn once-or-twice-a-year skiers into season-ticket holders. The resort is ahead of last year’s revenue totals despite having to close its tubing hill this week as a result of warm weather.

Medical offices put emphasis on aesthetics to improve health care

Patients have come to expect state-of-the-art equipment and procedures at medical facilities. In a growing trend, many offices and hospitals are embracing art and design, too.

Have some winter fun in Flagstaff’s Snowbowl

We skiers and snowboarders dwelling in Southern Nevada mostly haunt our beloved and handy Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort. But sometimes we want a change of slopes and scenery for just a few days. One of the best getaways for that purpose is the Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff. It’s not only close enough for easy access but also has the advantage of excellent nearby nightlife.

Las Vegan continues to fight for Martin Luther King’s dream

Dr. Robert Green has spent a lifetime battling discrimination and promoting educational opportunity for all children. As educational director for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., he experienced the civil rights movement up close.