Planning your next vacation? Think about a tour

Going on vacation can be stressful too: knowing where to go, what to see and how to get there. More often than not, the joy of actually going on vacation takes a backseat to the hassles encountered along the way. That’s where a tour comes in.

Express your love with tech this Valentine’s Day

Whether it’s an excited high-five, a sympathetic squeeze of the shoulder or holding hands while on a date, touch has always been a way for humans to express affection. Now, with advances in today’s technology, we are also using touch to interact with the devices that keep us connected to the ones we love.

What to look for when buying a zero-turn mower

Ever wonder how those lawn-care guys get so much done in a day? They use zero-turn radius mowers that can significantly trim the time and effort involved in cutting grass. If you have a large yard to cut, a zero-turn mower can make your task quicker and easier.

Why going gluten-free doesn’t mean going grain-free

It’s impossible to stroll the aisles in your local supermarket without seeing package after package labeled “gluten-free.” But who really needs a gluten-free diet, and what does it mean to convert your daily diet to be gluten-free?

Travel: cruising 101

If you’re thinking of taking a cruise, there are a lot of options to consider, from the cruise line and style to the destinations, vacation length and types of on-board amenities. Cruising is a fun (and economical) way to see several places in a relatively short amount of time without having to unpack and repack every day. While some “hard-core” travelers may scoff at cruises, don’t knock it till you’ve tried it.

Rare diseases: Increasing awareness for better patient outcomes

Getting a diagnosis of any cancer can be frightening, but for those diagnosed with a rare cancer, the emotional toll can be much worse. For some of these patients, the journey to a correct diagnosis may take years, and once they receive an accurate diagnosis, it can be extremely difficult for these patients to find accurate information on their disease. One of the first things patients do is research everything they can about their illness, including connecting with someone who is also living with the disease, and learning their options for disease management and treatment.

Soft vegetation, fruit attract roly polies

Q: I was cleaning my raised-bed garden today, getting ready for spring planting, and I saw lots of worms. I know worms are good, and I was happy to see them. But, I also saw a lot of roly polies. These were mostly under some newspapers that I had put down near the base of some plants as a mulch. Are the roly polies beneficial to my garden or should I try to get rid of them?

Crown molding requires lots of precise cuts

Q: My husband and his friend spent several hours trying to install crown molding in our nursery. They finally gave up because they couldn’t get the corners right. How can they finish the job, so our nursery will look fit for a king?

Family’s many needs go into choice of flooring

DEAR GAIL: We’re looking to replace the flooring in our family room, master bedroom and hallways. We have two dogs and have always had carpet. We’re really considering using carpet again but are not sure. Can you give us the pros and cons of using carpet as well as other options? — Britta

Romantic rendezvous

Today is a red-letter day. In fact, today is a day for all things red. It is Valentine’s Day.

Lisa Lampanelli also one mean journalist

Comedian Lisa Lampanelli should be considered a hero in journalism. She rose to the top — Rolling Stone and Spy magazines — and then she got the hell out of journalism and became rich and famous.

What about jobs?

In his State of the Union speech Tuesday, President Barack Obama made a few favorable references to his erstwhile opponent, Mitt Romney.

Mob Museum touts strong start

A year ago today, when The Mob Museum opened its doors to the public, critics were still casting doubt on the project.

Rocker lives good life, keeps attitude

Remember when Vegas tried that whole ‘Let’s appeal to families’ thing in the early ’90s?

Asian celebration on tap

Much like Rolexes and emailed pleas from Nigerian millionaires, Chinese New Year celebrations are best when they’re authentic.

Men, women view lingerie differently

You know what they say: The couple that shops for lingerie together, stays together.

Nevada has second-highest foreclosure rate for fourth consecutive month

Nevada posted the nation’s second-highest foreclosure rate for the fourth consecutive month with one in every 344 housing units receiving a foreclosure filing in January, RealtyTrac was expected to report today.

Boards approve merger to create the world’s biggest airline

DALLAS — American Airlines and US Airways will merge and create the world’s biggest airline. The boards of both companies approved the merger late Wednesday, according to four people close to the situation.

Closing arguments made in dispute over timeshare work

After four months of legal sparring and sometimes painfully technical testimony, the dispute over the construction of the former PH Towers Westgate time share tower wound up as something of a draw.

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