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April 14, 2007 - 9:00 pm

PRODUCE

Shriners taking orders for Vidalia onions

Every year since 1992, the Zelzah Shrine Center has ordered sweet Vidalia onions from the Vidalia region of Georgia and sold them for $10 per 10-pound bag; $5 per 6-pound bag.

This year, the center has ordered 30,000 pounds to ensure plenty to go around the valley.

The onions, set to arrive later this month or in early May, are part of one of the Shriners' most popular fundraisers. Proceeds generated by the sale of the onions benefit children with orthopedic ailments or severe burns.

The Zelzah Shrine Center is located at 2222 W. Mesquite Ave. To place an order, call 382-5558.

HOME SHOW

Exhibit to welcome 450 booths

The Las Vegas Home Improvement and Decorating Show is set for April 27-29 at Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North.

With more than 450 exhibitors setting up shop, the show offers something for everyone looking for design and do-it-yourself ideas.

Show hours are Friday, noon to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $7 general; $6 for seniors; and $3.50 for kids 12 and under.

SCHOLARSHIP

Contractors group awards three stipends

The Nevada Contractors Association awarded three 2007 Howdy Wells Construction Scholarships to Matthew Newman, Anders Farstad and Pak Ho Cheung. All three are full-time students enrolled in the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, School of Engineering. Each will receive a $1,000 for use during the spring semester.

For more information, visit the contractors' Web site at www.nevadacontractors.org.

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