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Warm midwinter weather confusing to bulbs

Question: My crocuses and tulips are poking their heads out of the dirt in my garden. They’re growing. We have had great spring weather in January. Should I let them continue, or should I put some more dirt on them?

Book Briefs, Feb. 21

Upcoming literary events include a free writers workshop, a Black History Month celebration featuring local authors and a Las Vegas Writers Group meeting featuring mystery author Morgan St. James.

Letters to the editor

(Regarding “Rugby beginning to thrive in Las Vegas Valley,” Jan. 31), first of all, I love this sport and put an incredible amount of volunteer time in promoting and encouraging (it), so I appreciate the fact (reporter Lisa Carter) took the time to write this piece. For rugby to get any exposure in the media locally is a true step forward in making this game the best it can be.

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Love may sneak upon us, but it must be nurtured to grow

I agree that knowing the non-negotiables, and really understanding what that means, can help a person understand their position in a relationship (whether for good or bad). I will disagree with one thing you said. You poetically stated that “We don’t get to decide when we fall in love. Or with whom.” While I understand the sentiment, it suggests an inability of the person to have responsibility over a significant portion of their lives.

Mulch of any type important to all plants

Question: I heard it is best to move rock away from my shrubs and replace it with mulch. What is your recommendation?

Old course gets new life — and a new name

Do courses have their own muscle memory, or can an old dog learn new tricks at the beefed-up and beautified Stallion Mountain Golf Club?

Things to do in Paradise/Downtown

Downtown event highlights include Rainbow Company Youth Theatre’s production of “Uncovering Nevada’s Past,” UNLV Symphony Orchestra’s “Made in the USA” and RagTag Entertainment’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s musical “Assassins.”

Area briefing

VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT TO ENSURE VISITORS’ SAFETY ON MOUNT CHARLESTON IN WINTER

Student patrol fosters safety, education in conflict resolution

Kids at Wengert Elementary School are taking the law into their own hands by patrolling the school’s playground as anti-bullying safety officers who issue citations for name-calling and fighting.

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