Ric Anderson
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A&E
For this Pahrump car enthusiast, the Mecum Las Vegas auction represents a chance to sell—and reunite with friends
Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021 Roger Baggett will be offering up three vehicles when the event hits the Las Vegas Convention Center October 7-9.
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Features
The Braver Angels look to get Americans talking across partisan lines
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 The organization offers online experiences, workshops, a podcast and more, all aimed at de-escalating tensions and prompting a flow of discussion.
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Election Guides
Precautionary steps can ease minds of those who want to vote in person
Monday, Oct. 5, 2020 Local residents can be assured that Clark County election officials are taking numerous precautions to reduce the risk of voting in person.
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Gaming
Why Nevada deserves special federal aid
Friday, April 17, 2020 By early March, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had issued an advisory against crowds of more than 250 people, yet Florida’s beaches were jumping with spring breakers. Nevada was different — it moved quickly to shoulder the responsibility for the safety of its workers, our residents, our guests and …
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News
Financial relief: How to apply for and receive federal coronavirus emergency funds
Thursday, April 2, 2020 The (CARES) Act will place about $300 billion directly into Americans’ pockets, provide $377 billion worth of assistance to small businesses, and both expand and extend unemployment benefits, among other outcomes.
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Business
Las Vegas’ Asian businesses felt the coronavirus’ financial effects sooner than most
Monday, March 23, 2020 The Asian community in Las Vegas was the first to feel the economic effects of the outbreak and therefore has suffered the longest, starting in late January, when the Trump administration imposed restrictions on travel to the U.S. from China.
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Features
Cruisin’ for cars: Auto enthusiasts abound across the Las Vegas Valley
Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 Spend enough time on the streets today, and you’ll see some of the most impressive cars prowling in any city.
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A&E
Channeling Evel: Can Travis Pastrana successfully soar over the Caesars Palace fountains?
Thursday, July 5, 2018 He’ll also replicate two of Knievel’s other jumps. In one night. On a throwback bike.
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Sports
The Mint 400 at 50: Still 'the most challenging off-road race on the planet'
Saturday, March 10, 2018 With its corporate-sponsored competition teams, crisply organized race operations and vehicles with sophisticated electronics and mechanical components, the race has come a long way since its first year.
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News
How Trump’s attack on renewable energy and the EPA hurts Nevada
Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 The proposed cuts, along with tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on imported solar panels, threaten to slow the development of Nevada’s renewable energy industry ...
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News
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Thursday, July 4, 2013 Smoke billows from a fire on Mount Charleston west of Las Vegas, Thursday, July 4, 2013.
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Weather
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Monday, April 8, 2013 Rain falls on the Las Vegas Strip Monday, April 8, 2013. The National Weather Service reported that scattered showers and wind are expected through Tuesday.
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News
Mint 400 Off-Road Race
Saturday, March 23, 2013 Joey Hererra, left, and P.J. Guglielmo celebrate a class-winning finish Saturday, March 23, 2013, in the Mint 400 off-road race near Las Vegas.
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News
Mint 400 Off-Road Race
Saturday, March 23, 2013 A racer speeds through the desert near Las Vegas on Saturday, March 23, 2013, during the Mint 400 off-road race.
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News
Mint 400 Off-Road Race
Saturday, March 23, 2013 Fans line the course of the Mint 400 off-road race Saturday, March 23, 2013, near Las Vegas.