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Lifeguard ranks built up as heat nears

Summertime is soon approaching, which means extreme heat and trips to the pool. That’s where dozens of lifeguards trained through the American Red Cross of Southern Nevada come into the picture.

Inspiration for cupcake business pours forth from beverages

A night out with friends can often lead to interesting conversations, memorable moments and plans to open a new business. At least that’s how a night with Taryn Mumpower and Robyn Holt turned out .

ElderHelpLV provides housing and resources to those in need

Housekeeping, medical assistance and preparing meals are just some needs that senior citizens find difficult to meet. But ElderHelpLV attempts to tackle issues in meeting these needs.

Local band looking to aid local homeless youths

The funk, rock and soul-inspired, alt-rock metal band As Yet Unbroken is to debut its first full-length CD “Unknown” at 7 p.m. Friday at Theatre7, 1406 S. Third St. A suggested $5 donation collected at the door, as well as $1 from each copy of “Unknown” sold, is set to benefit Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth

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MUNICIPAL COURT CHANGES HOURS

Book Briefs for Mar. 27

Bookstore plans Women’s History event

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Literary Las Vegas: Jay Rankin

From the deadly crush of the crowd after the infamous 1997 Tyson-Holyfield rematch to the secrets of surviving hotel politics, Jay Rankin tells all in “Under the Neon Sky: A Las Vegas Doorman’s Story.”

Red Rock Rendezvous heading to new heights

Professional climbing instructors and rookies alike plan to descend into Red Rock National Conservation Area this weekend during the ninth annual Red Rock Rendezvous.

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