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Las Vegas Helldorado (photo gallery)
Photo gallery by Tom Jones IV Helldorado is an annual theme event week that celebrates our western heritage. This years audience favorite in the annual “Whiskerino” contest is Kevin Fitzpatrick. Sunday’s rodeo starts at 4 p.m. or so, so don’t miss one of Las Vegas’s signature events.
The Empowerment Column 2013 – week 21: According to Perfect Order
By Rev. Thabiti Las Vegas Informer Life has an unerring way of putting us in the perfect situations and circumstances necessary for our growth and development into higher states of consciousness. As we grow and develop into higher consciousness, adverse things like fear, anger, worry and guilt are naturally reduced or eliminated. As we grow [...]
At Universities, Too, the Rich Grow Richer
Editor’s Note: Below is an analysis of the shifting (and shifty) economics and salary disparities on US campuses. Lawrence S. Wittner is an emeritus history professor who is also a union activist. The following column is an opinion piece and the opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the staff and management of the [...]
“One Life to Live” and “All My Children” To Show Fewer Episodes Per Week
By John Randolph Las Vegas Informer “One Life to Live” and “All My Children” will each be cut down to two episodes per week starting Monday, May 20, according to show runner Prospect Park. The soaps were re-launched by Prospect Park on April 29, airing four times a week. According to Prospect Park’s Rich Frank [...]
Minnesota Man to Attempt World Record Transnational Run in 45 Days
Marathon runner Steve Knowlton, 47, of Prior Lake, Minn., is attempting to set a Guinness World Record by running 3,100 miles from San Francisco to New York in just 45 days. He hopes his run, which starts on May 18, will raise awareness for autism and Asperger’s syndrome, and has partnered with ANSWER, Asperger’s Network [...]
EarthTalk® E – The Environmental Magazine: Energy Saving A/C
Dear EarthTalk: Now that hot weather is coming, I want to upgrade my home’s A/C. Which are the most energy-saving models and should I go central air or window units? – Jackie Smith, Cary, NC According to the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE), energy consumption for home air conditioning units accounts for [...]
“The Office” Offered Dry and Subtle Humor for Nine Years
By Brandon Williams Las Vegas Informer What started as a unique, misunderstood show in the U.K. more than a decade ago, the brainchild of Ricky Gervais is ending here in the states tonight. There are two types of people in the world, people who understand and love “The Office,” and those who don’t appreciate dry [...]
Summerlin Baseball Completes Purchase of Las Vegas 51s
By Joe Buda Las Vegas Informer Summerlin Las Vegas Baseball Club completed its purchase of the Las Vegas 51s on Monday May 13. The organization is owned by The Howard Hughes Corporation and Play Ball Owners Group, which includes Steve Mack, Chris Kempfer and Bart Wear. The group paid $20 million for the team. The [...]
“Revenge” Provides Plenty of “Truth” in Season Finale
By John Randolph Las Vegas Informer “Revenge” had its ups and downs this year. The show ignored the simplicity of the first season and became complicated. We’ve seen sub-plots involving a mysterious organization called the Initiative. We’ve seen sub-plots involving the Stowaway bar and the Ryan brothers. We’ve seen the return of Amanda’s mother, and [...]
Madame Tussauds Las Vegas Unveils Wax Figure of Marvel Super Hero, Thor
On May 14, Madame Tussauds Las Vegas unveiled a wax figure of Marvel’s Super Hero, Thor, for a limited engagement. The launch of Thor is part of ‘Marvel Month of May’ celebrations as six Madame Tussauds locations welcome a variety of different Super Heroes to their attractions. Locations include New York, London, Blackpool, Hong Kong and [...]
