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NASCAR greats to roll into Rio in Las Vegas: Monday, Nov. 30, 2009; NASCAR legend Tony Stewart will be at the Rio on Thursday to honor the best, boldest and funniest of the 2009 racing season.
KISS, Jay Leno, Stevie Wonder perform in Las Vegas: Patti LaBelle, Buckcherry, Dwight Yoakam bring musical mix; Monday, Nov. 30, 2009; Stars spotted throughout Las Vegas this weekend included comedian/TV host Jay Leno, singers Stevie Wonder and Patti LaBelle and Dallas Cowboys Tony Romo and Miles Austin.
Jay Leno, KISS, Dwight Yoakam to perform in Las Vegas: Slow weekend in city still brings entertainment options; Friday, Nov. 27, 2009; There’s no nice way to say it: This weekend doesn’t look like it’s going to be a big one compared to most weekends in Las Vegas.
Buckcherry eager to lace ‘em up, tone it down in Las Vegas: Singer censors himself for family friendly shows with KISS; Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009; “Crazy Bitch” doesn’t exactly scream “family-friendly” – but Buckcherry is trying to make it as multi-generationally palatable as possible.
Forrest Griffin, Lewis Black, Kenny G light up Las Vegas: Jason Alexander, Lil Jon, Jenna Jameson seen in the city's night spots over weekend; Monday, Nov. 23, 2009; It was quite the mixed bag of star sightings and celebrity hostings in Las Vegas this weekend. UFC 106 brought a range of comedians, musicians, and MMA fighters to town.
'New Moon' star talks 'Twilight': Expect more action and more emotion, Ashley Greene says; Friday, Nov. 20, 2009; Ashley Greene says “Twilight” fans can expect more action and emotion in “New Moon.” The latest installment of the “Twilight” series opens in theaters today.
Lewis Black, Kenny G and UFC fighters in Las Vegas for weekend: Loggins and Messina to perform at Primm; Friday, Nov. 20, 2009; It will be quite the mixed bag of star sightings and celebrity hostings in Las Vegas this weekend, as a range of comedians, musicians, and MMA fighters are all expected to come to town.
Las Vegas to go country with Garth Brooks, Trace Adkins and Randy Travis: Trio of high-profile concerts coincides with NFR; Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009; December is shaping up to be quite the month for country music fans in Las Vegas.
MGM Mirage (finally) makes George Strait show official: Academy of Country Music’s Artist of the Decade to play MGM Grand Garden Arena on Feb 6.; Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009; It is finally official: George Strait is coming to the MGM Grand Garden Arena, and he’s bringing Reba McEntire and Lee Ann Womack with him.
Eight questions with Emeril Lagasse: Monday, Nov. 16, 2009; The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy. First up: Emeril Lagasse.

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Vince Neil's pants belong to the ages: Monday, Aug. 3, 2009; Mötley Crüe has endured many changes over the years. Some changes were good, some changes were not.
UFC's Chuck Liddell toes the line: Monday, July 13, 2009; Chuck Liddell is a UFC fighter, not a fashion icon, and here’s why: The Affliction-loving Iceman showed up for his post-UFC 100 party on Saturday wearing flip-flops.
The Palms unveils Barbie-themed suite: Wednesday, June 3, 2009; Girls spend countless hours with their Barbie dolls; brushing their hair, dressing them in fancy gowns, and living out their little girl fantasies through Barbie and her plastic prince charming, Ken.
Dig in to Uncork'd: Thursday, May 7, 2009; Las Vegas will be the epicenter of all things epicurean this weekend: Uncork’d is back for its third year and once again has attracted the best and brightest chefs in the country.
World Tea Expo stirs in offbeat offerings: Tuesday, May 5, 2009; Is orange pekoe not your cup of tea? Earl grey got you down? Why not try a cup of kama sutra chai, or crime of passion green tea?
Epicurean Affair offers a taste of Las Vegas eateries: Thursday, April 23, 2009; Imagine you could eat at Bradley Ogden for $1. Or Rao's for $1. Or Cathouse, Valentino, TAO, or Emeril's Fish House – all for one measly buck apiece.
Flo Rida to film at the Palms: Monday, April 6, 2009; Flo Rida is headed to Vegas and he’s bringing his video cameras with him.
Kenny Chesney gets key to Playboy Club: Saturday, April 4, 2009; Country music recording artist Kenny Chesney came to Vegas this weekend for the Academy of Country Music Awards but he will leave with something some might say is more valuable than an ACMA statuette: A key to the Playboy Club.
Joel Madden to party on at Privé: Friday, April 3, 2009; Joel Madden is a man of many talents, but just because he has added “daddy duty” to his list of commitments doesn’t mean the Good Charlotte frontman has stricken “partying like a rock star” from the list.
Scotch giant urging men to wear kilts Thursday: Wednesday, April 1, 2009; Forget “Bring Your Kid to Work Day;” this Thursday is “Wear a Kilt to Work Day.”