I will remind you that only ONE Nevada legislator, Assemblyman Wes Duncan, voted “No” on the Internet tax resolution. I’ll also note that U.S. Sen. Dean Heller opposes this so-called/misnamed “Marketplace Fairness Act.” But Duncan and Heller are far from alone when it comes to national CONSERVATIVE opposition to this[...]
Feeling vindicated by IRS admission, Tea Party hopes to leverage the moment for a resurgence Boston Herald.com Special to the Las Vegas Tribune Is the Tea Party getting its groove back? Shouts of vindication from around the country suggest the movement’s leaders certainly think so. They say the IRS acknowledgement[...]
Dear EarthTalk: What are the big delivery companies like FedEx and UPS doing to green their truck fleets and operations in general — Mitchell Glaser, Overland Park, KS Package delivery companies like FedEx and UPS have come a long way in a relatively short time regarding sustainability, but they still[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Drago Centro unless indicated.) It was a big night as celebrities and VIP guests arrived at the red carpet to celebrate comedian magician Mac King’s 13th anniversary event. Among the celebrities were the cast of Million Dollar Quartet (Harrahs), Kevin Burke Defending the Caveman[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman & Drago Centro) There is an exciting restaurant in downtown Los Angeles a restaurant that offers the pleasures of their tantalizing flavors and the rich, bold taste of their wines. Drago Centro offers a modern Italian menu influenced by the whims and genius[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Australian Bee Gees’ Show) The Bee Gees’ music has been popular since the ‘60s and seems to have found a permanent niche in the music world. When you find a group that can touch the audience’s hearts with their version of the Bee Gees’[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman unless otherwise indicated.) The Hollywood Downtowner Inn is designed for their guest’s enjoyment as most of the rooms face the pool. It is refreshing to look out at the trees, flowers and greenery from the window or balcony. There are hide-a-ways to sit[...]
Lifestyle · Restaurant Reviews
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos submitted by Osterland) Whenever you are entertaining family, friends or for a business event, it is important to find just the right wines to serve with your appetizers or meal. Master Sommelier, Eddie Osterland, advises anyone who is planning a party, “Never Save the Best for[...]
Authorities are now facing the dilemma of what to do with the body of Tamerlan Tsarnaev, the Boston marathon bomber. It is perfectly understandable because many families, especially the parents of the little boy killed during the explosion, don’t want his body buried on the same grounds with[...]
Editorials · Our Point of View
Webster’s Dictionary defines the word “betray” as: 1. To fail or desert in time of need. 2. To mislead. The most famous betrayal in history might well be when Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus. Unfortunately, betrayal has continued to rear its ugly head down through the ages; even today, in any number of ways, it’s perpetrated[...]
