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Chumlee’s candy store opening pushed back to next week

The opening of Chumlee’s Candy on the Boulevard has been delayed for at least a week. The sugar shop in downtown Las Vegas, operated by Austin Russell (nickname of Chumlee, of “Pawn Stars” fame) was originally planned to open last Monday but instead has been pushed back to next week.

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And one to crow on: Las Vegas festival marks the end of Chinese New Year celebration

The Chinese New Year Celebration and Asian Food Festival, held at Chinatown Plaza, 4255 Spring Mountain Road, was packed with people Sunday. The festival, marking the Year of the Rooster, which started Jan. 28, took up half of the parking lot in front of Chinatown Plaza and celebrated its 23rd year.

Valli’s passion is still at its peak

In 1960, Frankie Valli stopped in Las Vegas on his way to Hawthorne, met Louis Prima and learned a lot about playing the lounges.

LVA student actor tackles third major role of 2016 in Las Vegas production

This year, Maverick Hiu has performed in roles originated by ‘80s heartthrobs Kevin Bacon and Christian Slater. Beginning May 19, he’ll be appearing in a role originated by himself in the new musical “Bright Side” at Art Square theater, 1025 First St.

Artsy kids gain opportunities to shine

For the past 20-plus years, local high school students eager to follow that star have had exactly one place to go: the Las Vegas Academy of the Arts. This school year, however, the options have expanded.