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February 12, 2012

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Country has ‘given’ citizens a lot
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Letter to the editor:
How perspectives differ.
New York mayor has the right idea
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Letter to the editor:
I’ve listened to President Obama and the Republican contenders talk about growing our economy out of our financial crisis.
Surprise links, negotiated deals addressed by commissioners
Surprise links, negotiated deals addressed by commissioners
Sunday, February 12, 2012
ANSWERS: CLARK COUNTY:
Largely unnoticed last week was Commissioner Steve Sisolak’s abstention from a vote because of connections between a proposed construction project and a lawsuit filed against him by his ex-girlfriend.
Photo: UNLV forward Mike Moser greets fans after their 65
UNLV can move forward without the burden of losing streak to San Diego State
Sunday, February 12, 2012
unlv basketball:
You could see the Rebels’ collective weight lifting off of Dave Rice’s shoulders as he victoriously threw his arms into the air Saturday afternoon. UNLV wanted this one. Badly.
Hope and change and … what’s missing?
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Jon Ralston:
Somewhere between Gov. Sunny’s radiating optimism and the Nevada Policy Research Institute’s scathing indictment lies the reality of the state’s new economic development plan, which is replete with clichés and promises yet leavened with kernels of wisdom that could grow into something substantive.
A wife's wisdom on D.C. fight
Sunday, February 12, 2012
WHERE I STAND:
I asked my wife, Myra, her opinion about this latest dust-up about contraceptives and religious freedom. I was interested in what she believed was the right policy for women in America. After all, she is a woman.
We don’t need a CEO in charge
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Letter to the editor:
Are we sure a president needs to have experience as a CEO of a Fortune 500 company?
Paying our own way
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Sun Editorial: Water Authority’s rate increase an example for the rest of the state
The Southern Nevada Water Authority’s plans to raise rates have run into some criticism, which is no surprise. After all, who wants to pay more?
Photo: UNLV guard Justin Hawkins gets the ball away from
UNLV makes the key plays down the stretch to hold off San Diego State 65-63
Saturday, February 11, 2012
unlv basketball: The Rebels led by as much as 13 in the second half, but the game wasn't decided until Justin Hawkins' last-second steal
Without a game all week, the hype and anticipation for Saturday afternoon’s game at the Thomas & Mack reached levels arguably not seen since the early '90s. And somehow, the game delivered on those expectations. After nearly blowing a double-digit lead in the second half, UNLV junior guard Justin Hawkins made a steal in the final seconds that clinched the 14th-ranked Rebels’ 65-63 victory against No. 13 San Diego State.
Superstar Whitney Houston dies at 48
Superstar Whitney Houston dies at 48
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Police investigating case of singer pronounced dead in Beverly Hills hotel room
Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music’s queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, has died. She was 48.
Mitt Romney wins Maine caucuses, CPAC straw poll
Mitt Romney wins Maine caucuses, CPAC straw poll
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Mitt Romney eked out a narrow win in Maine's Republican caucuses and won The Washington Times/CPAC Presidential Straw Poll of conservative activists. Maine party officials announced the caucus win Saturday, providing his campaign with a much-needed boost after three straight losses earlier this week.
Two dead after accident in downtown Las Vegas
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Metro Police say two people are dead after a car accident in downtown Las Vegas Saturday morning.
Las Vegas oddsmaker expecting Adele to have a great night at the Grammys
Las Vegas oddsmaker expecting Adele to have a great night at the Grammys
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Millions will tune in to the 54th annual Grammy Awards Sunday to see who racks up the most gold gramophone trophies. Wynn Las Vegas sports book boss Johnny Avello has calculated the odds — and by his numbers Adele will take the coveted top spot for most awards.
Photo: UNLV forward Mike Moser greets fans after the Rebe
Debating whether UNLV should continue series with San Diego State
Saturday, February 11, 2012
ray brewer:
Thanks for the memories, San Diego State. That’s the response every UNLV official should be familiar with when asked about continuing the basketball series with the Aztecs. Thanks, but no thanks.
Photo: Miz Decker, 6, was hit and killed at a North Las V
Group raising money for light at intersection as way to prevent future fatalities
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Michele Terry lived in North Las Vegas for 10 years before her 6-year-old daughter Mia Decker was hit and killed in October at a crosswalk just minutes away from her home, on Camino Eldorado near Tropical Parkway.

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