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Explore the world at UNLV’s Festival of Communities

Adults, children, students and those interested in exploring a world of culture may enjoy the University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ Festival of Communities, slated from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 21 on campus, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway.

Literary Las Vegas

“Oh My Gosh, Josh!” adds a tall tale twist to real-life stories about Josh Stephens, the young boy whose kindness inspired the Henderson-based Josh Stevens Foundation. Local children’s author, educator Domenic Russo interviewed Josh’s mother, Barbara Stevens, who shared tales of her son’s good deeds. Josh died after a 2009 accident, but the foundation and now the book preserve his memory.

Parents’ wide latitude in raising child sometimes worrisome

I am a 78-year-old great-grandmother of a 4-year-old child that I believe is being mistreated by my grandson and his live-in girlfriend, whom he perceives as a wonderful woman and a great disciplinarian.

Henderson students take first in science fair at UNLV

Clara Buck and Sarah DiSalvo, both 14, recently won a trip to the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, which is scheduled for May 13-18. The Intel ISEF is a global science competition featuring more than 1,500 high school students from 65 countries.

Dining pick of the week: Potrillos

Right in the middle of old downtown Henderson is a comfortable, family restaurant that has a larger than usual kids’ menu.