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Chemical use for stopping olives varies

Question: When is the best time to spray olive trees to minimize olive fruit? One of our olives can make a mess on our neighbor’s front sidewalk and entry patio if not sprayed.

Developers of boutique hotel next to Smith Center allowed Plan B

Restaurateur Charlie Palmer’s plans for an exclusive boutique hotel adjacent to the Smith Center in Symphony Park have taken a twist. There’s a Plan A if an arena agreement is approved by June 2, and a smaller Plan B if it’s not.

Economist sees solid foundation for Las Vegas recovery

While there are risks to the economy locally and nationally, the fundamentals behind the recovery are good and have improved tremendously over the last few years, according to an economist with Beacon Economics.