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State calls on CCSD to pay for budget deficit

Nevada Superintendent of Public Instruction Jhone Ebert said the district needs to cover costs before putting the pressure on principals.

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Master Gardener orchard, program facing cutbacks in funding

Fruitful wouldn’t be the word to describe last year’s economic harvest at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Orchard in North Las Vegas. As literal crops begin to blossom, officials say future funding tills may face added foes.

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FIRE STATION OPEN HOUSE PLANNED

Monkey exhibit to help visitors’ math and science prowess evolve

Children’s favorite monkey is set to make his way to the Lied Discovery Children’s Museum this month with the “Curious George: Let’s Get Curious!” exhibit slated to be on display through May 13.

Karen Avenue namesake not as locally known as her father

The history behind Karen Avenue in Paradise and downtown Las Vegas is a mystery to some people.
In fact, little information about its namesake, Karen Sutton, is found in local history books and documents other than that she was a runner for George Foley Sr.’s law office.

VA clinics to boost care for valley’s veterans

Approximately 1,200 veterans receive health care each week at the Veterans Administration’s new Northwest Clinic, 3968 N. Rancho Drive, which has a staff of 64 physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. The VA’s other three clinics, appropriately located, will be similar in size, providing comparable amenities.

Education notebook

Summerlin singer plans love-themed concert

Rising talent Ashton Zyer plans to present “Love and Other Obsessions” at Summerlin Library’s Performing Arts Center Saturday.