By Motoko Rich, New York Times PHOENIX — It was the last Sunday in July, and Bethany and Garvin Phillips were pulling price tags off brand-new backpacks and stuffing them with binders and pencils. Griffith is one of five schools in Phoenix’s Balsz Elementary School District. While other children around the country readied for beach […]
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By Sean Whaley, Nevada News Bureau CARSON CITY – Nevada has been selected by the National Governors Association to receive a $65,000 grant and additional technical assistance to implement Common Core State Standards at the postsecondary education level. Nevada, Maryland and Missouri were selected to receive the support from NGA staff, the National Association of […]
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The Village at Squaw Valley is paying tribute to man and woman’s best friend with the 3nd annual Peaks and Paws Festival on Aug. 25-26. Dogs and their people can enjoy 16 wineries, beer, 12 hours of continuous live bluegrass, pet themed art, and activities and outings specially designed for furry friends. All of the […]
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Dawgs on the Run is a canine carnival that will take place Sept. 15 from 10am-4pm on Ski Run Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe. Activities for dogs, their people and kids are planned. More information about the various activities and contests is online. All proceeds will go to local pet nonprofit organizations.
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By Jessica Parks, Philadelphia Inquirer A one-of-a-kind, pristine-condition 1873 dime fetched $1.84 million in an auction Thursday night at the American Numismatic Association convention. “It’s not rare, it’s not scarce – it’s unique. And it’s pretty much immaculate,” said Brian Kendrella, director of operations at the Spectrum Group. He entered the winning bid on behalf […]
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Patients at Barton Memorial Hospital are staying in renovated and remodeled private and shared rooms. Barton’s goal is to provide all private rooms, but some are designed to accommodate two patients to meet an increase in patient admission on any given day. Located on the second floor of med-surge and orthopedics, each room provides private […]
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Publisher’s note: This editorial is from the Aug. 5, 2012, Sacramento Bee. We ought to be able to agree that no citizen has any need for 100-round magazines of the type that police say James E. Holmes used on the night of the movie theater massacre in Aurora, Colo. But we can’t. Holmes’ arsenal included […]
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The Douglas County Parks and Recreation Department will be accepting registration for the NFL Youth Flag Football League until team rosters are full. NFL Flag Football teaches boys and girls the fundamentals of football, sportsmanship, and teamwork in a fun, less-competitive, non-contact way. Players receive a reversible NFL Flag jersey, mouthpiece, and individual award. All […]
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By Katherine E. Hill INCLINE VILLAGE — What do you get when you mix a sandbox, 3D imaging and a Wii Kinect? A cutting-edge exhibit designed to teach kids, and adults, about hydrology and topography. The Augmented Reality Sandbox uses 3D technology to teach kids of all ages about science, and in this case, the […]
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• Beachtree Properties, a collection of 11 boutique hotels across the country, is launching a pilot program to provide complimentary use of customized iPads. Initially, Beachtree will offer iPads in South Lake Tahoe at Secrets Inn and Heavenly Inn, and in Maryland at Inn at Deep Creek. • The North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association is […]
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