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When Sen. John Ensign hired Doug Hampton to be his senior aide in November 2006, Nevada Republicans were baffled. Hampton was an unknown, without a policy profile or political experience.

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Fourth of July:

Fourth fireworks light up valley sky

Tourists brave heat to see display of fireworks in Las Vegas

By Amanda Finnegan, Cara McCoy

Fireworks displays outshone the neon and glitter of the Las Vegas Strip on Saturday to the delight of those enjoying the holiday weekend on Las Vegas Boulevard.

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Las Vegas woman survives lightning strike in Utah

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POLITICAL MEMO

Local conservative radio talk reflects right’s downcast state

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Jay-Z lights up Las Vegas, lives life to the max

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Day 2 of the World Series of Poker main event

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Phil Taylor shows true ‘Power’ at Vegas competition

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Popular in their cities, could Reno or Las Vegas mayor be governor?

With success of Singapore campus, UNLV eyes United Arab Emirates

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Ron Kantowski:

Cowherd was never afraid to take a chance

I used to call Colin Cowherd “The World’s Most Dangerous Sportscaster.” It was both a nod to the “World’s Most Dangerous Band,” which is what David Letterman called Paul Shaffer and his musical pals before they became “The CBS Orchestra,” and a tribute to Cowherd’s ...

PRO DARTS:

Darts competitor thrives on pro circuit

Peter Manley couldn’t believe his good fortune. Darts had steered him from running that newspaper and magazine shop to semi-stardom, and a tournament in China.

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Xavier (6) and Jalen Grimble, two stars on Bishop Gorman's football team, seen Tuesday, June 30, 2009.

Cousins attracting attention from college football recruiters

Xavier Grimble, a senior-to-be tight end at Bishop Gorman, and Jalen Grimble, a rising junior defensive end for the Gaels, are two of the nation’s most sought-after college recruits.

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“21” Movie: The Recap

Plus, critic Joe Brown say watching someone else gamble is as suspenseful as watching someone talk on the phone."

Calculate Flight Delays

Last year, more than one in every five flights – 22.15 percent – arriving at McCarran Airport was late. See statistics nationwide.

Construction deaths

Nine construction workers have died since the end of 2006 at the towers that are redefining the Las Vegas skyline.

Caption contest winner

See the winning caption for the Tony Stewart cartoon caption contest.

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Setting Sail with Yacht Rock

By Ryan McAfee

Sit back and relax as the smoothest soft rock band in the world sits down for an interview with 702.tv's Radford Bronson Cunningham. The easy listening geniuses discuss everything from soft rock and rocking softly to pina coladas and afternoon delights. (Note: Contains some suggestive language.)

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Elsewhere

Reports from other publications, aggregated by Sun staff, worthy of our readers’ attention.

Don’t look for Vick to wear a Vegas UFL uniform: (via ESPN.com); So, you were hoping to see former Atlanta Falcons quarterback scrambling at Sam Boyd Stadium in the new UFL this fall? Don't count on it. Click on the headline to see where he might play.
UFC officials still have sights set on NYC, Boston: (via MMAjunkie.com); Despite some real headaches, UFC officials have not given up on MMA legislation passing in both New York and Massachusetts in the near future. Vice president of regulatory affairs Marc Ratner told MMAjunkie.com Radio Network ...
BYU’s Dave Rose plans to return to sidelines for 2009-10 season: (via Rivals.com); Just weeks after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, BYU men's basketball coach Dave Rose announced that he will be returning to the sidelines for the 2009-10 season. Rose underwent emergency surgery to have a tumor ...

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Casino Guide

Palms Casino Resort

The Palms has come a long way since its "Real World" debut in 2002. The resort has since added the Fantasy Tower and Palms Place, featuring 599 suites, making it a premier destination for tourists and visiting celebrities alike.

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