It’s not often that Las Vegas’ downtown culture scene steals the stage from the spotlight hog that is the Strip. But that might change in 2012, the so-called “year of downtown,” and no one would be happier than Nancy Deaner.
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There are pundits and politicians who suggest that extending unemployment benefits discourages millions from looking for work. Some looking for work at the Henderson office of Nevada Job Connect beg to differ.
Ten-year-old Montrel Lockhart rises from his uncle’s couch — his bed for now — at the darkest hour just before dawn. The nearby streets of downtown Las Vegas are deserted and lonely.
Not sure I agree that adultery indicates human brokenness. Adultery certainly indicates a broken marriage, but if the marriage fails to fulfill the human need, isn’t it natural, isn’t it indicative of a person seeking wholeness, for that person to consider outsourcing? How does that indicate a human brokenness? And as far as evil not being a part of nature and only being a human trait, are humans not a part of nature? I know I’m getting technical here, but we were created by nature, too. — T.F., Detroit
The Bureau of Land Management is looking to reach more people by posting a new series of videos on YouTube called Our Side of the Story.
Two brothers are bringing art, music and fun to the suburbs with their concept, 1CrazyHappyHour.
First Friday is back with extended hours and new venues. Find out what participating galleries have planned in this week’s events listings.
A law that went into effect Oct. 1, 2011, is designed to help make streets safer for bicyclists and motorists but it still poses conflict, according to officer Bill Cassell of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
The Jackie Gaughan Plaza outside the El Cortez, 600 Fremont St., is only a year old, but its namesake has been a staple in the Las Vegas gaming industry for much longer.
Question: When should I cut my grape vines back? They’re on a trellis and are 1 year old. During the summer, they spread out very well and produced several large groups of table grapes.
Tennis is an internationally known sport, and opportunities to play are abundant throughout the Las Vegas Valley.
Stories and secrets of former mobsters are set to come to life in January during the third consecutive Mob Month at the Clark County Library , 1401 E. Flamingo Road.
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Here’s the rundown of what weather to expect in Las Vegas on New Year’s Eve.
The company has begun limited Vegas Loop service to Harry Reid International Airport.
A Clark County Detention Center inmate who was found dead inside a cell with an imprisoned Discovery Channel reality show star has been identified.
A new twist on the game of Bingo is giving seniors throughout the Las Vegas Valley an education in how to spot scammers before they strike.
