World War II veteran recalls dropping of atomic bombs on Japan

With memories of the Pearl Harbor attack still vivid in his mind, Bob Border said the atomic bomb that the United States dropped on Nagasaki, Japan, 65 years ago today was a welcomed decision that achieved the goal of ending World War II.

Reid closes his eyes to realities of Social Security

To the editor: In 2010, thanks to the recession, Social Security for the first time is expected to pay out more funds than it takes in. Without a reduction of benefits and/or a tax increase, it will begin a financial meltdown that will dwarf the mortgage meltdown.

Lions bounce back, preserve title hopes

Sierra Vista’s American Legion baseball team could have returned to Wilson Stadium in a demoralized mood Sunday.

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RANKING THE REBELS: 8 – “Fearless” Freddie Banks

“Fearless” Freddie Banks, Years: 1983 to 1987, Career highlights: Former Valley High star ranks No. 4 with 2,007 career points, tied for fourth in steals (184) and ranks sixth in assists (497).

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Salaries for charity employees may make some donors flinch

A man about to write a check to Three Square decided not to after learning what the food bank’s CEO, Julie Murray, was paid. In 2008, her compensation was reported to the IRS as $251,000. That included a bonus of $40,000 for the prolific fundraiser.

Boyfriend recalls Las Vegas shootings

Cornelius Mayo heard two gunshots fired in quick succession after his girlfriend open the front door.

Rain pours on parts of Las Vegas Valley

Parts of the Las Vegas Valley, including the Strip, received some rain tonight as Clark County was under a severe thunderstorm watch for much of the day.