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RJtv: Sniffing around the wine rack – and – Paul McCartney in Las Vegas

June 7, 2011 - 5:02 pm

RJtv for Wednesday is online now at www.lvrj.com/rjtv featuring video of the two Las Vegas mayoral candidates casting their ballots Tuesday morning.

You'll also get a peek at the cover of the R-J's Wednesday Taste section with a story on intricate descriptions of the smell of wine. And you'll learn more about the Las Vegas appearance of rock legend Sir Paul McCartney.

These stories and more, all just a click away at lvrj.com/rjtv - and don't forget our iPhone-friendly version at www.lvrj.com/rjtvip

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