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Honoring fathers

Readers submitted reasons why their dads are the best

Southern Nevada officials make splash about pool safety

Escaping the sizzling summer heat can be dangerous for children left unsupervised. Southern Nevada averages eight child drownings per year. That’s why the valley’s fire departments have crafted drowning awareness campaigns to spread the word about pool safety.

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Safe grilling urged during high-risk months of June and July

Las Vegas Valley inches up on first 100-degree day

Temperatures could hit triple digits Tuesday , which would tie 1971 for the fourth spot of the list of latest date to reach 100, according to the National Weather Service.

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‘Best Buddies’ duet sweet music for new friends

Eight-year-old Dan McCarty and Miss USA contestant Kia Hampton had the crowd going Saturday as they performed a duet at a Planet Hollywood event for Best Buddies, a nonprofit group that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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First Transit holds on to bus contract

Government-issued transportation contracts traditionally are straight-forward: The company that offers to provide the service at the lowest price lands the job.

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