My mother lost her first three children in childbirth and proceeded to produce 11 healthy babies in a row, all singles. My dad was fond of saying, “When we figured out what was causing it, we put a stop to it.” My wife comes from a family of eight children,[...]
In the recent (February 27, 2014) case of the City of Reno Vs Howard, The Nevada Supreme Court (NSC) restored the right of confrontation regarding declarations. NRS 50.315 governs the admissibility of affidavit or declaration offered to prove certain facts concerning use of certain devices or withdrawal or holding of[...]
You’re the same today as you will be in five years except for two things: the people you meet and the books you read. — Charlie “Tremendous” Jones About 350 years ago, as the story is told, a shipload of travelers landed on the northeast coast of America. The first[...]
Actor Glenn Morshower is not a household name. But as one of the hardest working men in Hollywood, literally, you’ve likely seen his face at one time or another on either the big screen or the little one. He is perhaps best known as Agent Aaron Pierce on the television[...]
On 12/2/02, I wrote an email to Bill Young. He was a candidate for sheriff at the time and took office in January of 2003 after he won the November election. I complimented him about the ‘Truthfulness Policy’ that went into effect at the end of the Keller-Winget era when[...]
Bringing U.S. ground forces to their lowest level since before World War II makes sense given that troop-intensive, nation-building operations are unlikely for the foreseeable future, the Defense secretary said in discussing his Pentagon budget plan. By Anna Mulrine WASHINGTON — With Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announcing a historic downsizing[...]
Why did Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer veto a ‘religious rights’ bill? The gay rights movement’s allies now include Chambers of Commerce, major businesses, and Republican lawmakers. By Brad Knickerbocker Mark this as the week when gay rights — including the push for same-sex marriage — became clearly and perhaps irrevocably[...]
Dear EarthTalk: What are “dirty fuels” and why are they so called? – Bill Green, Seattle, WA The term “dirty fuels” refers to fuels derived from tar sands, oil shale or liquid coal. Just like their more conventional fossil fuel counterparts such as petroleum and coal, they can be turned[...]
Tacos & Tequila (T&T) at Luxor Hotel and Casino will host Viva Max!, a benefit dinner that will donate 100 percent of proceeds toward the recovery of Max Jacobson, a popular local food writer who was critically injured in late December. The cocktail mixer and sit-down dinner will be held[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by photo house) People usually overindulge by eating more and engaging in more activities when they are on vacation. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), “Some foods are more likely to carry bacteria that can make you sick. Salads, fruits, vegetables, raw meat and[...]
Plan for pet store puppies not political; pool of people to pick Prince & Princess petsMarch 8, 2014
Obama budget: Four things to knowMarch 8, 2014
Sheriff Candidate Gordon Martines gives his firm opinions on the latest hot issuesMarch 8, 2014
Career Politicians Don’t Want You To Know That…March 8, 2014
