Southern Nevada politician to Northern Nevada: “Get your grubby hands off our stimulus package!”
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Layoffs at Las Vegas law firms are yet another dismal economic indicator, but our town is only reflecting the national and international scene; we’re not unique this time.
People laugh when I explain what the Chiropractic Physicians’ Board of Nevada did in 2003, then undid in 2004 after the board became a national laughing stock.
This week readers want to know whether there are any plans to complete Desert Inn Road in the eastern valley; are there any laws that prohibit panhandling; and what happens when you refuse to sign a traffic citation? And a reader sends in a personalized license plate that shows not everyone is hurting from the lagging economy.
Paul Faulkner learned a lesson.
Clark County coffers dipped nearly $60 million this month, after the money was wired to the bonding company for AF Construction owner Paul Faulkner. His dealings with the county are over, ending the 68-year-old contractor’s eight-year nightmare.
Never thought gizmos could be comforting, but after spending time at the Southern Nevada Counter Terrorism Center, I feel a stronger sense of security.
This week readers want to know the latest news on Blue Diamond Road; about state law regarding the visibility of a license plate; an explanation of the new school speed zone signs going up around the valley; and whether the state’s Department of Motor Vehicle files are considered public records.
In our society, there may be no greater example of government intrusion into the lives of citizens than transportation.