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Grouchy John’s cheerful about nonmobile site

From a small table at First Friday to a mobile truck, Grouchy John’s Coffee has gained a large following in its first year of business and hopes to grow more by opening a brick-and-mortar location at 8520 S. Maryland Parkway in Paradise.

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Dining pick of the week: Roly’s Bakery

It’s probably been a long time since you were in a Cuban bakery and café. Well, you don’t have to wait any longer. The many homemade pastries and cakes at Roly’s are delicious.

Master Gardener orchard, program facing cutbacks in funding

Fruitful wouldn’t be the word to describe last year’s economic harvest at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Orchard in North Las Vegas. As literal crops begin to blossom, officials say future funding tills may face added foes.

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FIRE STATION OPEN HOUSE PLANNED

Monkey exhibit to help visitors’ math and science prowess evolve

Children’s favorite monkey is set to make his way to the Lied Discovery Children’s Museum this month with the “Curious George: Let’s Get Curious!” exhibit slated to be on display through May 13.

Karen Avenue namesake not as locally known as her father

The history behind Karen Avenue in Paradise and downtown Las Vegas is a mystery to some people.
In fact, little information about its namesake, Karen Sutton, is found in local history books and documents other than that she was a runner for George Foley Sr.’s law office.

Education notebook

Summerlin singer plans love-themed concert

Rising talent Ashton Zyer plans to present “Love and Other Obsessions” at Summerlin Library’s Performing Arts Center Saturday.

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