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Newsmakers for the week of May 7-13

J.D. Fraser was inducted into the Foothill High School Coaches Association’s Hall of Fame Feb. 1.

Local moms recognized by group

American Mothers Inc. has named Zan Peterson Hyer, a resident of The Lakes area, as its Nevada Mother of the Year for 2013.

Dining Pick of the Week: Sushi Bay

If you like choices, Sushi Bay has 26 nigiri selections, six vegetable rolls, 20 sushi rolls, 40 special rolls, six sashimi specials, eight deep-fried rolls and five baked rolls.

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Donated books helping to boost library’s supply

The week of April 14 celebrated National Library Week, and perhaps no one was happier to mark the occasion than Dr. George Alexander, who donates books throughout the year to the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District.

Science and tech expo covers variety of disciplines at CSN

College of Southern Nevada professor Marion Hammond performed a chemistry magic show for students and teachers as part of the 10th annual Science and Technology Expo April 19 at CSN’s Cheyenne campus.

Suspicions create mystery around death of lawyer

The brother and estranged wife of troubled Las Vegas lawyer David Amesbury suspected foul play in his death last year but could not substantiate their concerns, an FBI report shows.

Fallout continues over BLM deal for Henderson stadium complex

Would-be Henderson stadium developer Chris Milam hasn’t offered a single public word since late November when he bailed on his lofty — some said inconceivable — plan to build four professional sports venues near the M Resort.

Clark County fire inspectors facing overtime scrutiny

Clark County fire inspectors have drawn management’s scrutiny for not spending enough hours in the field doing inspections during their workday. County officials hope to reduce their overtime as well.

Cinco de Mayo: History you can drink to

Uno … dos … tres. .. cuatro … CINCO de Mayo! While you’re timing how fast it takes you to drink that Corona, sucking down the lime as though it were a worm from a bottle of mescal , stop for just a second and try to figure out what Cinco de Mayo actually is. Contemplate its history.