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Road projects costing less

There’s something to be said for spending money in a down economy: You’re sure to get some good deals.

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Construction, closures all over

This week, readers want to know about the construction on Industrial Road under Interstate 15, and when the Cheyenne Avenue onramp to northbound I-15 will open. Also, the Road Warrior anticipates a question readers will be asking next week. And at least one driver seems to extend a kind greeting to law enforcement officers via a personalized plate.

Betsy Kolkoski becomes first woman to be chief judge

Lady Luck decided it was time to end the patriarchy at the Las Vegas Municipal Court.

After the six judges tied 3-3 in a vote for the new chief judge, after the first draw of the cards today ended in another tie (a two of hearts versus a two of clubs), the next draw made Judge Betsy Kolkoski the new chief judge. Her Queen of spades beat Judge Cedric Kerns’ six of clubs.

$21 million for science museum seems like costly parting gift

One of the last acts of term-limited Henderson Mayor Jim Gibson was a vote allocating $21 million for a new space and science museum, depleting a big chunk of the city’s $25 million land fund for capital improvements.

Flashing lights must be lawful

This week readers want to know if a motorist has to pull to the right for a private security vehicle and what are the height limits on vehicles?

Dario Herrera returning to Las Vegas

Dario Herrera is coming home to Las Vegas, if you consider a half-way house a home. But he’s coming home as a divorced man.

Noble goal of protecting whistle-blowers may let wrongdoers off hook

Doctors and nurses, mark July 1 on your calendar. That’s the date on which Nevada lawmakers hope you feel more confident that if you report wrongdoing, you won’t lose your job. That’s the date Assembly Bill 10 takes effect.

Gas prices climbing — again

Despite the recession, an oversupply of oil and falling demand for fuel, gasoline prices have continued to climb, reaching a year high locally of $2.68 for a gallon of regular.

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