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Las Vegas’ Ski & Snowboard Resort is about to get a huge makeover Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:26PMThe Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort will be getting a $35 million makeover
Casey Anthony May Have Never Left Florida Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:10PMCasey Anthony may have been spotted in Orlando, Florida, and there is surveillance footage that captures what looks like "Tot Mom," being escorted through an Orlando airport. Casey Anthony sightings are . . .
Innovation to Unveil New Pharmacy Automation Product at Key Pharmacy Industry Trade Shows Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:08PMJOHNSON CITY, N.Y., July 19, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovation, makers of PharmASSIST® pharmacy automation solutions, today announced that they will unveil a new pharmacy automation product, PharmASSIST OPTIx(TM), at Cardinal Health's Retail Business Conference (RBC) in Las Vegas, NV on July 21-23 and at the NACDS Pharmacy & Technology Conference in Boston, MA on August 27-30. PharmASSIST OPTIx is ...
Hoover Dam bypass bridge photo grabs national awards Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 6:32PMA photograph of a bridge inspector on the new Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge has won national awards. The photo shows a bridge inspector 900 feet above the Colorado River.
I-Team: The Nightly Carnival Above the Las Vegas Strip Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:52PMThe pedestrian walkways are meant to make it easier to maneuver on the Las Vegas Strip but what people are learning is that the walkways are a no man's land of sorts between the casinos and police.
Engelbert Humperdinck to receive honor on Las Vegas Walk of Stars Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:17PM“I am truly proud to be receiving this accolade from the City of Lights. Ever since my dear fiend Dean Martin presented me at the Riviera Hotel in 1968, my ... "
Students rub shoulders with Ivy Leaguers at Cambridge Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:58PMSummer is supposed to be about sunshine, freedom and a much needed break, but for 36 BYU students it’s about thick books, long lectures and intense discussions. They’re not just taking summer classes; they are enrolled in the prestigious and demanding Pembroke-King’s College program at Cambridge University. Students live in Cambridge housing during the eight [...]
Adele's '21' breaks record, passes 1 million digital downloads in U.S. Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:54PMEarlier this month, Eminem's "Recovery" became the first album to sell 1 million digital downloads in the U.S. Last week Adele broke that record. The singer's breakout disc, '21,' which was released Feb. 22, logged an additional 25,000 downloads last week, bringing its total to 1,017,000, according to Nielsen SoundScan, making it the best-selling digital album of all time.
GES® and EXPO Magazine Partner to Share Attendee Acquisition Strategies Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:33PMWhite paper and webinar share tips, techniques and best practices (PRWeb July 19, 2011) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/tradeshowandevent/attendance/prweb8655033.htm
Leo Villareal turns math and code into emotional art Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 9:25PMA highlight of the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art’s 2007 grand opening was a pulsing lightwork by sculptor Leo Villareal. This summer, the Nerman looks at “Microcosm’s” antecedents and some of Villareal’s more recent projects in the New Mexico-born artist’s first museum survey.
Wayne Newton to Accept Donation to USO Las Vegas at IPCPR Tradeshow Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 9:07PMWayne Newton will join representatives of the USO Las Vegas in accepting a $20,000 donation from General Cigar on behalf of the International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association (IPCPR) on Monday, July 18 at 2:00 PM at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in the Venetian Hotel. (PRWeb July 16, 2011) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/7/prweb8648475 ...
Heck reports $311,120 in new campaign donations Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 8:58PMThe Associated Press The Associated Press LAS VEGAS Rep. Joe Heck's latest campaign finance report shows he collected $311,120 in contributions over the last quarter ending June 30. The Las Vegas Review-Journal says the Nevada Republican also reported $414,408 in his campaign account 16 months ahead of the November 2012 elections. The first-term congressman has no declared opponent yet. House ...
Simba of 'The Lion King' feels the love (tonight) in Las Vegas Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:14PM“So, do you want to play Simba in The Lion King in … Las Vegas?” It was my agent on the phone, asking that question. I didn’t know what to think. ...
Even without a pass to Comic-Con, there’s fun to be had Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 4:00PMEvents in the area include a show by Cirque du Soleil, a Haunted Hotel and a horde of zombies
What our gambling problem is really costing us Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 3:15PMThe country's growing dependence on gaming is destroying more lives than ever. And I should know: I'm an addict
Contemporary Christian station Spirit 105.9 nears 1 year on Austin's airwaves Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 8:57AMContemporary Christian station Spirit 105.9 nears 1 year on Austin's airwaves
In Good Humor vs Popsicle – Question Was Who Could Sell Treats on a Stick Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 8:43AMBy Jorge Valens - Ice Cream giants Good Humor and Popsicle are best known for their sweet, frozen ice creams and treats. But in the 1920s, they fought a bitter legal war over who could put their frozen confections on a stick.
Stitch and glitz Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 8:34AMThe North Platte Telegraph She may be quiet, but her creations speak volumes and her smiling face is a familiar one on the rodeo queen circuit.
Let the experts decide: The Vermin Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:14PMWe could have deliberated on the best Vermin album. But really, there’s no one better at discussing The Vermin than the The Vermin dudes themselves.
Sin City jazz gems Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:12PMJazz may not have ruled Las Vegas the last couple decades, but that doesn’t mean we’ve been without some great recordings by the genre’s local residents. Helping us pick those out is Ginger Bruner, a DJ/engineer at KUNV 91.5-FM, a tuba player for the band Killian’s Angels and an artist.
Good habits Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:11PMRight as The Killers' drummer Ronnie Vannucci gets ready to release his new album, his former Attaboy Skip bandmate Branden Campbell comes back through Vegas this week with his band, Neon Trees. It fit so well with our local music issue -- and our interest in neon signage -- we just couldn't say no.
News briefs Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:06PMDAYVID FIGLER ON METRO'S DNA SNAFU VIDEO
July 10: Geithner, Pawlenty Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:55PMTranscript of the July 10 broadcast featuring Tim Geithner, Tim Pawlenty, Eugene Robinson and Chuck Todd.
Proxy Fight Cuts into Tix Income Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:20PMLegal expenses connected with an attempted shareholder takeover ate into the second quarter net income of discount ticker seller Tix Corp.
Midget mat mayhem Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:16PMBETHALTO - Small but mighty men gave World Wrestling Entertainment a run for its money at the Knights of Columbus Hall while entertaining a diverse crowd.
Bullrun Rally driver arrested after five-car crash including Ice-T [Car Crashes] Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:53AM# carcrashes A competitor in this year's Bullrun Rally caused a five-car crash when an Audi R8 apparently lost control near Orlando, Florida on the multi-state, high-speed rally from Las Vegas to Miami. The driver was arrested and Ice-T was apparently there. UPDATE. More »
Descendents' Bill Stevenson Keeps Rocking After Grapefruit-Sized Brain Tumor, Blood Clot and Diabetes Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:48AMWhen Spinner last spoke with punk legend Bill Stevenson, the 47-year-old Descendents and All founder revealed that he had recently undergone surgery to have a grapefruit-sized tumor removed from his brain, narrowly escaping death "from three different vantage points" and putting his musical career on a two-and-a-half year hiatus. The revered drummer and producer has since pulled off a miraculous ...
College Football Hall of Fame enshrinement activity schedule Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:26AMFrom: News release Thousands of college football fans from across the country will join the National Football Foundation from July 16-17 at the College Football Hall of Fame in South Bend, Ind., for the
'I'm thinking I could be in Las Vegas' Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:53PMFROM NOON onwards yesterday in a gloriously sunny Galway, curious onlookers started drifting towards the dramatic circular structure in Eyre Square. “It’s like a big hamster wheel,” observed Annette Flanagan, who was on a lunch break with her colleague Joanne Whelan.
Mahon hoping for a miracle after long trip Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:39PMEUROPA LEAGUE SECOND QUALIFYING ROUND, FIRST LEG:AFTER 19 hours of flights to Astana, a city that at first glance strikes the Dubliner as resembling the “Las Vegas of Asia”, manager Pete Mahon reckons it will take “a miracle” if the visitors are to get a result in their Europa League game this afternoon.
Breaking News: Rilo Kiley Called It Quits Three Years Ago Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:20PMRilo Kiley‘s indefinite hiatus got a lot more definite today when Spinner published an interview in which guitarist Blake Sennett apparently claimed that the band was in fact broken up, and had been since their Under the Blacklight tour wrapped in June 2008. He also took shots at some of the songs on Under the [...]
VV to Vegas high-speed train is full steam ahead Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:37PMUpdated 7/13 with information from DesertXpress spokeswoman. A proposed high-speed train that would connect Victorville to Las Vegas — without stopping in Barstow — received final approval on its environmental impact statement from the Federal...
'Jersey Shore' Italy: Three Days in the Life of a Drama Queen Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:25PMStephen Galloway Sleepless on the set in Italy with "Jersey Shore" producer SallyAnn Salsano as she oversees the wildly successful MTV hit -- and plays Mom, shrink and shoulder to cry on to an even wilder, out-of-control cast. read more
Lefko on Calvillo: Brothers in arms Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:12PMLefko on Calvillo: Brothers in arms
Rose inspired by Detroit's plight to open school Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:09PMANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Jalen Rose could live comfortably off the millions he made in the NBA and the money he makes now as an ESPN analyst. The former Michigan and NBA standout created a foundation in 2000 that has helped 40 students attend college with scholarships, giving back in a way that shows he's thankful for his good fortune. read more
Carnie Wilson Could Lose Hollywood House and Other Celeb Mortgage Meltdowns Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:01PMEven the Rich and Famous Have House Headaches
Nathan Burton: magician, 'Last Cake Standing' judge, Miss USA guest Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:00PMIt’s that time of year again, when entertainers try to become journalists -- and then realize how difficult Robin Leach’s job really is. It’s tough to create ...
What really happens on a Vegas bachelor trip Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 2:39PMGroom-to-be Robin Esrock takes us under the hood in his real life Hangover
Ex-Queens Of The Stone Age Bassist Arrested After SWAT Team Standoff Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 2:35PMWe'd normally save news of a rock star getting busted by the po-pos for I Fought The Law on Friday, but this news is so ridiculous that we've got to post about it right now .
Sade & John Legend tour adds Ontario stop Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 1:08PMApparently a half-dozen dates in Southern California plus two in Oakland and one apiece in Sacramento and San Jose isn't enough for
Personality Test: Puppeteers David T. English and W. Donald Orkoskey Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 1:00PMDavid T. English and W. Donald Orkoskey make up the Schmutz Company, a comedy duo that blends the skill of bringing rubber-faced character puppets to life with a pay-it-forward attitude toward passing on their craft and the occasional controlled fire.
Introducing SmarterVegas.com: Helping Travelers Win Big Before They Even Hit the Strip Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:49PMLas Vegas' "Best Kept Secret" Offers the Best Rates on Hotels, Tours, Shows, and Other Vegas Attractions
Chandler summer concert series promises fine entertainment on a budget Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:44PMThe Chandler Center for the Arts free summer concert series begins Aug. 5.
Bankruptcies Are Down, But Will it Last? Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:18PMNEW YORK (MainStreet) -- Finally, some good news on the personal finance front: Consumer bankruptcies are down by 8% in the first half of 2011. Americans seem to be getting a better grip on their money, but with fresh evidence the economy is stalling -- including the rising unemployment rate -- how long will the good times last? The Bureau Labor of Labor Statistics reports the jobless rate had ...
Portland's DJ Wicked lands spot on BET's 'Master of the Mix' Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:13PMPortland's Kirk Kirkpatrick (you may know him as DJ Wicked) lands a spot on BET's reality DJ showdown, "Master of the Mix."
Mila Kunis an avowed 'Trek' fan Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:47AMMila Kunis has opened up about her obsession with Star Trek, revealing she's a massive fan of the sci-fi show.
Mila Kunis: 'I'm a Huge Star Trek Fan' Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:46AMSexy Mila Kunis has opened up about her obsession with Star Trek , revealing she's a massive fan of the sci-fi...
Steve Schirripa: From 'The Sopranos' to true-crime TV Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:59PMThe actor’s new show, Nothing Personal, dramatizes real-life contract killings
Business Owners Protest NV Energy Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:22PMA year of frustration for Downtown Las Vegas businesses nearly destroyed in a transformer explosion ends with few changes. Store owners and employees protested against NV Energy, claiming the company is responsible for them teetering on bankruptcy.
Local industrial sector shows improvement in second quarter Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:07PMSouthern Nevada's hard-hit industrial market is showing signs of life. Vacancies dropped to about 15.5 percent in the second quarter while net absorption edged into positive territory for the first time since 2008, Colliers International reported.