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Motorist dies week after southeast valley collision

The man was taken to Sunrise Medical Center with what police termed minor injuries, but he died June 24, hospital officials told the Metropolitan Police Department.

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The green flag won’t drop on the big race until noon today , but NASCAR’s impact has already been felt in Las Vegas.

Lower cost of living, family ties draw Hawaiians to valley

The population of non-Hispanic Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders in Nevada has doubled in the past decade, from 7,769 to 15,456, according to U.S. Census Bureau figures released in February. Most live in Clark County, where the population went from 5,864 to 12,474.

Dig This attraction will let amateurs become temporary excavators

The former Scandia Amusement Park, which closed in 2006, is being converted into an oversized sandbox called Dig This. The complex at 3012 S. Rancho Drive, scheduled to open April 2, will let guests drive 15-ton heavy construction machinery: a midsized bulldozer or excavator. 

Rising fuel prices curtail Allegiant’s growth plans

Allegiant’s Travel Co.’s February traffic report highlighted the economic headwinds that rapidly rising fuel prices have put in the path not only of the airline but the Las Vegas economy.

Weekend a test of NASCAR’s economic impact

This weekend will bring another test of whether the three days of NASCAR Sprint Cup races at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway can continue to defy national trends.

World Pizza Games stretch dough to limit

A lot of dough was thrown around at the World Pizza Games this week, part of the International Pizza Expo at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The winner in each category claims a $10,000 prize.

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