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‘Doc Rando’ had expertise in music, medicine

At the heart of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, is the Lee and Thomas Beam Music Center. Perhaps one of the most notable aspects of the center is the Doc Rando Recital Hall, named for Dr. Arturo Rando-Grillot.

India transplant combines her love of food and music

In the afternoon, people may find a young woman waiting tables and offering suggestions from the Indian-inspired menu at the restaurant inside Commercial Center. But by night, patrons may see another side of Namaste Indian Cuisine owner Melque Rodrigues when she entertains them with a song or two.

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EASTER GOODIES AND DECORATIONS
CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS

Repair of bus stop bench proves to be long wait

On April 17, valley resident Martin Dupalo is scheduled to go before the Bus Shelter and Bench Advisory Committee to try to get a bus stop bench replaced after it was destroyed in a car accident 17 months ago.

Preview Thursday attracts serious art collectors avoiding First Friday crowds

The first Friday of each month in the 18b Arts District downtown is often packed with people checking out live music, food trucks, vendors and — of course — art. But for those who want to view artwork without walking through the hallways of crowded galleries can attend Preview Thursday, the day before downtown’s monthly festival.

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Pollinating insects sometimes strike at right time

Question: We have small butterflies on our plum tree. There are hundreds of them. Are they pollinating our trees? The bees were here, but these have taken over.

Leaving snakes alone benefits both parties

It is that time of year again when resident rattlesnakes start appearing on our local hiking trails. They come out of hibernation to enjoy the 70- to 90-degree temperature range, just as many humans do.

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Book Briefs for April 3

Boutique to feature ‘Women at the well’

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