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February 22, 2012

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Comic magician Nathan Burton, Wynn oddsmaker Johnny Avello (Feb. 4)

This week, Flamingo headliner Nathan Burton talks of his visit to China, where he was seen by more than a billion viewers on "China's Got Talent." Also, Wynn race and sports book director Johnny Avello describes how he sets odds for such major sporting events as the Super Bowl, and also gives his picks for the Westminster Dog Show. Listen »

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Skating Aratas to take a spin on ‘Ellen’

The Skating Aratas, the wheeled darlings of “V — Ultimate Variety Show,” at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, are to be featured on Thursday’s episode of “Ellen.” The show is broadcast locally at 3 p.m. weekdays on KLAS Channel 8.

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A wild weekend capped by wicked comedians, winning Wranglers and aerial acrobatics

Sunday was to be a day of rest following a night of weighty opulence at the Keep Memory Alive Power of Love gala at MGM Grand Garden Arena. But Sammy Shore had other ideas, and he is 85 years old.

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Business is a family affair for Golden Gaming’s Blake Sartini

Consider the ram, and its significance in the life of Blake Sartini. It is the official animal of his home state — Nevada. When he hunts big game, Sartini often tracks the powerful and elusive desert bighorn sheep.

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Stars line up to honor Muhammad Ali, help Ruvo Center fight brain diseases

Sometimes, you don’t need words to convey the message. Fifteen minutes before midnight on a Saturday in Las Vegas was one such time. Stevie Wonder had summoned Muhammad Ali to the MGM Grand Garden Arena stage. Wonder led the crowd in a chant, calling out, “You are the greatest! You are the greatest!” The crowd shouted back as Wonder rocked on his piano bench.

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Las Vegas throws a party worthy of ‘The Greatest’

The tribute to Muhammad Ali was an endless barrage of knockout blows at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday night as the stars streamed into the Keep Memory Alive “Power Of Love” gala. The event was expected to be the city’s greatest party, and it was shaping up to be a truly heavyweight affair. Early in the program, attended by about 1,800 people seated for dinner on the floor of the Grand Garden Arena, President Barack Obama sent a message of congratulations to Ali via a taped message from Washington, calling Ali, “A true champion,” on the event of his 70th birthday.

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Sammy Shore shining, Stirling Club shutting down and Strat entertainment sizzling

Sammy Shore turned 85 this month and the man is still in high gear, pushing himself at high RPM and handling like a Model A powered by a Ferrari engine.

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Oscar Goodman goes Shecky as Mob Museum opening prompts a mob scene

Oscar Goodman was quick to joke about his relationship with the current mayor as media and dignitaries descended on the Mob Museum this week.

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Sig Rogich ‘enthralled’ by interactions with Muhammad Ali

He called himself The Greatest. But to Sig Rogich, Muhammad Ali was The Catalyst.

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Power of Love Gala’ to feature A-listers aplenty

Ask Anna Robins about the size of the team that has been assembled to stage this year’s “Power of Love” gala, and she pauses. Then she chuckles. Then the number “380” is tossed out.

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Wanna win these? Ali’s gloves, dinner party by Wolfgang Puck up for auction

A total of 130 live and silent auction items and packages will be offered to the 1,800 guests expected to attend Saturday night’s Keep Memory Alive Power of Love Gala celebrating Muhammad Ali’s 70th birthday. Here’s a look at some of the more dazzling packages and items up for bid.

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