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Technology takes the stage with indie band Kid Meets Cougar

The last time local band Kid Meets Cougar played publicly was October 2010. The band members make a strong case that their next concert will be worth the wait.

Literary Las Vegas: Louis C. Vaccaro

“Around the Corner: From Shoeshine Boy to College President” tells the true tale of Louis C. Vaccaro. The son of second-generation Italian immigrants was born in Los Angeles in 1930. From early childhood, he picked up odd jobs to help support his family. Vaccaro’s father always said, “You don’t work, you don’t eat!” And Vaccaro took it to heart.

Warm midwinter weather confusing to bulbs

Question: My crocuses and tulips are poking their heads out of the dirt in my garden. They’re growing. We have had great spring weather in January. Should I let them continue, or should I put some more dirt on them?

Book Briefs, Feb. 21

Upcoming literary events include a free writers workshop, a Black History Month celebration featuring local authors and a Las Vegas Writers Group meeting featuring mystery author Morgan St. James.

Letters to the editor

(Regarding “Rugby beginning to thrive in Las Vegas Valley,” Jan. 31), first of all, I love this sport and put an incredible amount of volunteer time in promoting and encouraging (it), so I appreciate the fact (reporter Lisa Carter) took the time to write this piece. For rugby to get any exposure in the media locally is a true step forward in making this game the best it can be.

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Occupy protesters vacate Las Vegas camp

Members of the local chapter of the Occupy Wall Street movement kept their word and vacated their camp Monday afternoon, a condition of their agreement with the county.

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