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National railroad veterans group supports local fight for rights

The men and women who comprise the local chapter of the National Association of Retired and Veteran Railway Employees, or NARVRE, gather monthly to exchange stories and rally for their rights.

Avoid bird damage with certain tactics

Question: What can be done to keep birds from eating all the fruit in an orchard? My brother has an orchard in southern Utah. There are about 100 trees, mostly dwarf and semi dwarf. Last year, birds got 90 percent of the fruit. He has tried scarecrows, but that didn’t work. He has also tried aluminum foil pie tins, but that only worked temporarily. Is there any solution for him other than buying netting to cover the trees?

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Prom provides special experience for homebound seniors

For high school students, the senior prom is one of the last opportunities to spend time with friends before parting ways. But for the May 18 senior prom at the Historic Fifth Street School, attendees experienced one of their first and only opportunities to socialize with friends.

Mexico Vivo center teaches dance, karate, piano, theater and more

What began as a community dance studio in 1995 has evolved into a hub for various cultural activities. The Mexico Vivo Cultural Arts Center, which moved to the Boulevard Mall, 3528 S. Maryland Parkway, in April, offers lessons in various areas for all ages.

Clark County aims to keep ozone levels under control

In 2008, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency adopted a stringent standard for ozone of 75 parts per billion. Air-quality officials say Clark County is close to exceeding the new standard.

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Mariachi students keep music alive in Smith Center performance

Clark County School District mariachi students performed with the school district’s ballet folklórico program and a 90-piece student symphony orchestra at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts after a workshop and rehearsal with professional ensemble Mariachi Cobre from Disney World.

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