Summerlin can take much pride in becoming home to the Southern Nevada chapter of Make-A-Wish. It’s one of the most caring and compassionate organizations anywhere, dedicated exclusively to improving the lives of children who have life-threatening medical conditions.
Over the past summer, a new tax was levied on Article 81 entities. As a result, Sun City Summerlin was hit with an unexpected tax bill of nearly $15,000.
PETA is offering up to $5,000 for information about a Las Vegas abuse case involving a swan shot by an arrow at Desert Shores.
The arts in Las Vegas have a new venue through which to reach the public. Domsky Glass is holding free glass-blowing demonstrations on Thursdays through Saturdays each month; the next ones are set for May 4-6 and June 1-3.
The used bookstore at Sahara West Library was in party mode March 24 as it marked the upcoming birthday of one of its volunteers, Gladys Stroud. She turned 100 a week later.
When it comes to diners, everyone has a staple by which they judge a place.
America’s got talent, yes, but so does Sun City Summerlin.
A woman was in her car at an ATM about 7:40 a.m. Tuesday when a man pointed a handgun at her head and demanded money.
Annie Oakley knew her guns. Now, Southern Nevada women who might not be too familiar can, too.
There’s a softball field in Sun City Summerlin that some view as a throwback to the sandlot they played on as kids. But for most of the seniors who play there the field is viewed more as a site for serious daily activity, and in some cases fulfillment of a passion, than a reminder of yesteryear.
In Hollywood, stars walk the red carpet. In Las Vegas, they walk the orange one.
They served their country. Now, they raise money for fellow veterans who need their help.
The 1950s facade and the interior — vinyl-covered booths, spinning counter stools and stainless steel accents — might fool you into expecting a burger joint with ice cream sodas. Guess again.
You roll up to a green light only to have it turn red, but there is no cross traffic. Still, you have to wait.
The Rampart Boulevard onramp linking motorists to westbound Summerlin Parkway will be closed for 20 days in April as part of an ongoing $3 million project aimed at improving safety and capacity.
