Democratic Party flier on school choice doesn’t really fly

Although political fliers are rarely filled with reasoned or nuanced policy analysis, recent fliers paid for by the Nevada Democratic Party contain so many inaccurate statements about school choice that a fact check is needed.

Give Michael Roberson credit for being crafty, at least

Back in 2011, state Sen. Michael Roberson was a freshman member of the minority party known for tossing bombs and angering everybody from the Republican governor to the Democratic majority leader.

Small Plates: 17 Degrees South and ‘Taste of Beirut’

7° South, which gets its name from the Polynesian islands 17 degrees south of the equator, opened in June. The tropically themed restaurant and bar has an extensive selection of craft beers and exotic cocktails (Laid Back Lychee Martini, anyone?) and a casual menu available during all opening hours.

Wine of the Week: Sagelands Cabernet Sauvignon

It has been a while since the last Washington wine was reviewed here, but don’t take that to be an indication that there’s a quality problem with the wines coming from the many exciting appellations in that state.

November election looks to be a snooze

Give the County Commission credit for trying to grab your attention on National Voter Registration Day. It probably won’t work, but perhaps nothing short of the return of Sinatra and Elvis would do the trick in an off year.

Va. teacher arrested for biting toddler

A Virginia preschool teacher has been arrested and charged with assault and battery after she allegedly punished a 13-month-old boy by biting his shoulder, police said on Monday.

Macau mired in cold streak

On Monday, the Chinese gaming market was red-flagged when Wells Fargo Securities gaming analyst Cameron McKnight became the latest Wall Street researcher to post warning signals.

GOLF: England leads Bulldogs to Northwest win

Hayley England carded a 13-over-par 85 at Silverstone on Tuesday to lead Centennial’s girls golf team to victory in a Northwest League match.

Farrell, Vaughn new leads for HBO’s ‘True Detective’

Actors Colin Farrell and Vince Vaughn will take leading roles in the second season of HBO’s crime thriller “True Detective,” Time Warner Inc’s cable network said on Tuesday.

Rebels not overmatched in dreadful conference

UNLV’s forgettable 1-3 start doesn’t mean it can’t compete for wins when the Rebels begin league play Saturday at San Diego State.

Study: Limited English speakers growing Las Vegas population

The Las Vegas metropolitan area ranked 17th highest in the nation for the number of working-age adults with limited English skills, according to a new study released late Tuesday by the Brookings Institution.

TENNIS: Aggies girls edge Spartans in tiebreaker

The doubles teams of Devin Diesko and Catherine Arizmendez, and Sara Long and Keara Lawson both went 2-1 on Tuesday, and Arbor View’s girls tennis team edged host Cimarron-Memorial, 10-9.

Man arrested after north valley barricade

North Las Vegas police and the U.S. Marshals Service worked together to arrest a man suspected of robbery after a prolonged barricade Tuesday afternoon that also locked down two schools.

Missionary costumes part of drug deal gone awry, defense lawyer says

The phony Mormon missionary costumes worn by Robert Estall and Abraham Austin wouldn’t arouse suspicion in neighbors about a drug deal that was about to go down, a defense attorney told Clark County jurors Tuesday.

Charges dropped against teen in fatal North Las Vegas shooting

A murder charge against a 16-year-old boy accused in a shooting death in a drug deal gone wrong was dropped Tuesday, according to the North Las Vegas Justice Court.

Portugal is not your average wine country

For all its indulgent luxury reputation, port’s origins are backbreakingly earthy, stemming from rocky, steep terroir that couldn’t be more different from the gently rolling hills of Bourgogne, Chianti and Napa.

FIFA to adopt 3-minute break for concussion

FIFA wants to improve football’s concussion protocol by stopping matches for three minutes while team doctors assess players with head injuries.

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