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Thoughts of suicide plague those on verge of losing all

Hard hit by the recession, unemployed Nevadans are turning despondent, desperate, even suicidal. Calls from the suicidal jobless have increased in recent months, says Debbie Gant-Reed, hot-line coordinator for the Crisis Call Center in Reno. The center serves as Nevada’s suicide hot line.

Wisconsin’s budget, Nevada and the pain of dealing with fiscal realities

To the editor: The state of Wisconsin has a $3.6 billion budget shortfall. As a result it’s considering reducing costs by eliminating state worker unions. Here in Nevada, some believe our deficit over a two-year period could reach $3.3 billion.

Berkley defends regional treasure, saves day on Red Rock Canyon

To the editor: Kudos to Rep. Shelley Berkley for standing up to Utah Rep. Ron Bishop’s attempted amendment last week to eliminate funding for many areas managed by the Bureau of Land Management, including the Red Rock National Conservation Area. More than 1 million people visit Red Rock Canyon over the course of the year. It’s a huge boon to Southern Nevada’s economy.

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