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Teachers union says no to cuts in salary or benefits

Clark County Education Association President Ruben Murillo has made the teachers union’s stance clear: no “cuts in salary or benefits.” That point was hammered home when about 1,400 teachers met Aug. 20 at Alexis Park Resort to “provide guidance” to CCEA leadership in the ongoing contract negotiations with the Clark County School District.

A La Carte for Sept. 4-10

LES KINCAID PLANS CLASSES IN SEPTEMBER

Adventure comes easy floating down the Colorado River in Glen Canyon

Adventure awaits even busy people in Page, Ariz. If you’re short of time but love the water and want to see the region’s stunning scenery, historic sites and plenty of wildlife, a half-day raft trip here offers a taste of them all. And you’ll savor the memories for years to come.

Sink your teeth into Italian fare at annual San Gennaro Feast

San Gennaro is a patron saint of the city of Naples, Italy, whose dried blood – collected by a peasant after his martyrdom in 305 – liquefies thrice yearly. What better way to celebrate this reputed miracle than to take a spin on the Tilt-O-Whirl and eat some Italian sausage?

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Library district to revisit fee structure for rental rates

When falling property values cut the Las Vegas-Clark County Library district’s budget, the district increased user fees for the theater at the Summerlin Library and Performing Arts Center. Groups that used the theater complained that the fees were too high. Now, library district staff members plan to recommend a revised fee structure at the next Board of Trustees meeting, set for Sept. 13.

Harvest Festival to feature handmade products

The Harvest Festival, a 10-show series, is slated to make its Las Vegas stop Friday through Sunday at the Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North.

Cragin had roles in theater, city politics and business

The namesake behind Cragin Park, Ernie W. Cragin, represents a former Las Vegas mayor, theater owner and insurance salesman. Known for controversial views on minorities in Las Vegas during the Great Depression, Cragin left his mark on the valley in unique ways.

Police aim to address homeless problem with proactive program

Metropolitan Police Department’s homeless liaison Annie Wilson heps place the area’s homeless in shelters or obtain medical help, depending on the situation. She also leads weekly outreach events that usually involve distributing food at The Salvation Army.

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ANNUAL CAR SHOW AND MOTORCYCLE RIDE TO AID INJURED POLICE OFFICERS FUND

Dining Pick of the Week: Authentic East Coast Eatery

East Coast is anything east of Chicago, and you will feel comfortable here enjoying a signature sandwich on a hoagie roll.

Educators line up for free school supplies at The Mirage

Teachers were able to snag free school supplies, including backpacks, markers and pens, at MGM Resorts International’s second annual Educator Appreciation Day Aug. 18.

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