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Aug 21, 2008

   

Drive Slooowly

    Andrew Kiraly has figured out how he can save on gas AND relieve stress behind the wheel. But he says that along with commuter bliss comes a potential hazard.

Aug 18, 2008

   

Future Housing

    Many cities across the country are redeveloping older, urban neighborhoods. Robert Fielden applies that trend to Las Vegas' future, and here's what he sees...

Aug 11, 2008

   

Art Museums

    There are several cities in the U.S. about the same size as Las Vegas, among them Kansas City. Robert Fielden recently spent some time there and it started him thinking about art and museums.

Aug 8, 2008

   

Parasol

    Some fashion accessories don't seem to make a lot of sense. But Rebecca Zisch says others have a more practical side to them.

Jul 16, 2008

   

Host with the Most

    Hosting becomes a fine art when it's done well. Rebecca Zisch has tried to learn from celebrities.

Jul 14, 2008

   

Paying for Education

    The role of education in southern Nevada development frequently runs up against tax policy. Robert Fielden says it's time to revisit the subject.

Jul 7, 2008

   

Economic Turnaround

    As southern Nevada faces some tough economic times, what role could the Las Vegas Convention Authority play in a turnaround? Here's Robert Fielden.

Jul 4, 2008

   

Rot Spots

    Starbucks' announcement that the chain would close about 600 shops nationally comes as a warning to those of who value a good 'rot spot.' What, you may ask, is a 'rot spot,' and how do you find one? Andrew Kiraly has the answers.

Jun 30, 2008

   

Economy and Scale

    Great buildings have a sense of humanity and human scale about them. Robert Fielden says the same standard should be applied to schools.

Jun 23, 2008

   

Victory Garden

    With the cost of living spiraling upward, Robert Fielden has some thoughts about an option from the past.

Jun 17, 2008

   

Smaller is Better

    If passed this fall, a new bond issue would help to fund the construction of many new schools in Clark County. Robert Fielden thinks of neighborhoods when he thinks of schools.

Jun 9, 2008

   

Quiet Hero

    Robert Fielden has the story of a quiet young military hero from Henderson, Staff Sargeant David Price.

Jun 4, 2008

   

Art Out

    It's out with the old and in with the not-so-old on the Strip as the Guggenheim shuts down. Rebecca Zisch senses some history repeating itself.

Jun 2, 2008

   

Building Everyday

    Whether it's with state help, private help, or the help of neighbors, for Robert Fielden, community-building is an everyday process.

May 28, 2008

   

Tom Turner

    The close of WWII marked the beginning of what would become modern Las Vegas. Robert Fielden remembers an engineer and architect whose influence is all over the Vegas Valley.

May 20, 2008

   

Poker Face

    Poker may be about calculating odds and winning money, but Rebecca Zisch reminds us that the human element is a part of it, too, and you can't find that on the Internet.

May 7, 2008

   

Sharing Experience

    'A volunteering nature' is how Rosie Dempsey describes her love of hiking the desert while also helping others enjoy the experience.

May 5, 2008

   

Economic Relief

    With a tough economy in Clark County, if higher taxes are not an option what other choices are there? Robert Fielden offers some ideas.

Apr 29, 2008

   

Desert Spring

    Spring brings wildflowers in the Mojave, and as she is each year, Rosie Dempsey is there.

Apr 22, 2008

   

Earth Day

    On Earth Day, Rosie Dempsey contemplates the importance of individual impact on our environment.

Apr 17, 2008

   

Spring in the Desert

    Mojave Max has finally emerged from hiberation at Red Rock Canyon, so it's officially spring. Rosie Dempsey says there are some things to be learned from Max's return.

Apr 7, 2008

   

Gridlock

    In some parts of Las Vegas, making a left-hand turn in traffic can make a mess of things. Robert Fielden was a recent witness to just such a mess.

Apr 4, 2008

   

Water Street

    Recently Robert Fielden spoke of moving his business office to Water Street in Henderson. It turns out one of his new neighbors is Rebecca Zisch.

Apr 1, 2008

   

Leadership

    Recent scandals and violence in Las Vegas have been on the mind of Robert Fielden, and he finds himself asking many questions about the sense of community and leadership in Las Vegas.

Mar 26, 2008

   

Henderson Business

    Many of the efforts made on behalf of development in Henderson have drawn the attention and business of Robert Fielden.

Mar 18, 2008

   

Sustainability and Sen. Reid

    Robert Fielden talks about Senator Harry Reid's behind-the-scenes work on sustainability.

Mar 10, 2008

   

Urburbs

    In a world of suburbs and exurbs comes the 'urburb.' Here's Robert Fielden.

Mar 7, 2008

   

Vegas Women

    Three fearless females are settling in on the Las Vegas Strip. Rebecca Zisch likes the idea of outspoken women taking over.

Mar 5, 2008

   

Las Vegas Culture

    Ever since the announcement that The Reading Room was closing its doors in Mandalay Bay, Andrew Kiraly has been thinking about the uneasy place of culture in the middle of a city not known for its culture.

Mar 3, 2008

   

Trolleys

    In many American cities light rail has become an important option for mass transit. Robert Fielden has more.

Feb 28, 2008

   

MLK Oratory Demonstration

    Each year, we highlight winners of the prestigious House of Blues Martin Luther King Jr. Oratory Demonstration. Today we hear from the winner in the grade 3-to-5 category, Justin Epstein.

Feb 25, 2008

   

Public Art

    Public art is a way of raising the value of the community in which we live. But according to Robert Fielden, it's a resource that isn't valued highly enough.

Feb 19, 2008

   

Easy Changes

    Robert Fielden has some advice on how to reduce our carbon footprints and save on energey bills.

Feb 11, 2008

   

Ely Power

    In Ely, the desire to foster economic growth is collliding with the desire to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Here's Robert Fielden.

Feb 4, 2008

   

Privatize LVCC?

    The possible privatization of the Las Vegas Convention Center is a subject of keen interest to our commentator Robert Fielden.

Feb 1, 2008

   

Beautiful Children

    Las Vegas native Charles Bock has written a new novel, Beautiful Children, which is set in Las Vegas. Andrew Kiraly has just read it...

Jan 21, 2008

   

Choose Wisely

    Robert Fielden says smart development comprises many things, including wise use of space and wise choices in building design.

Jan 18, 2008

   

Caucus This

    Taking part in a caucus is a little different from stepping into a voting booth. But Rebecca Zisch says it can be a lot more fun.

Jan 15, 2008

   

Campaign Tears

    What's in a tear? Last week, it appeared to help a presidential candidate. Dave Ross remembers 36 years ago when it helped end a presidential campaign.

Jan 14, 2008

   

Change

    Change is often a choice we avoid in life, but Robert Fielden says it's a choice residents of Las Vegas should keep in mind.

Jan 11, 2008

   

Wide Open Spaces

    Sometimes open spaces, and not lots of new houses, make a neighborhood more liveable. Andrew Kiraly offers his thoughts.

Jan 8, 2008

   

Growth and Development

    Growth and development are often thought of as one and the same. They aren't, according to Bob Fielden.

Jan 4, 2008

   

Library Closed

    Dave Ross laments the lack of funding and soon-to-be reduced hours for the Henderson Public Library.

Dec 17, 2007

   

Sustainability

    A sustainable way of life and continued growth are an ongoing dance in southern Nevada. Here's commentator Robert Fielden.

Dec 15, 2007

   

Yee Haw

    The Rodeo is in town...and that makes Rebecca Zisch happy for such a 'local' event.

Nov 26, 2007

   

Turf Wars

    Robert Fielden adds his thoughts to the debate over removing turf.

Nov 21, 2007

   

Thanks

    Rebecca Zisch says we have plenty to give thanks for...too much.

Nov 20, 2007

   

Sustainable Candidates

    Robert Fielden has some thoughts on what candidates will add to the sustainability question.

Nov 5, 2007

   

Nice

    Robert Fielden reminds us that now that the weather is NICE, it's time to get out and enjoy it.

Oct 9, 2007

   

Windmills

    Rosie Dempsey loves windmills...the good old fashioned, water pumping windmills that helped build the west.

Oct 8, 2007

   

Sustainable Air and Water

    Robert Fielden says that to sustain our environment we have to think about the air we breath and the water we drink.

Oct 1, 2007

   

Celebrities in Las Vegas

    Andrew Kiraly has some words of advice to O. J., Britney and other celebrities who may be better off taking their acts elsewhere.

Sep 24, 2007

   

Sustainability

    Robert Fielden is our regular commentator on our relationship with our built environment. he has more thoughts on 'sustainability'.

Sep 12, 2007

   

Debuts

    If it's a new nightclub or an awards ceremony, it's going to get a debut in Las Vegas. Rebecca Zisch finds that not all debuts are created equal.

Sep 6, 2007

   

Sports vs Arts Downtown

    Andrew Kiraly offers his own perspective on the prospects for a downtown arena.

Sep 4, 2007

   

Sustainability

    How big is big enough for Las Vegas? Robert Fielden wonders about the sustainability of this region.

Aug 28, 2007

   

Smoking and Other Addictions

    Jeff Burbank has been observing the impact of the Nevada Clean Indoor Air Act, and how Nevada caters to addictions.

Aug 20, 2007

   

Myspace and the Law

    When the legal system meet politics meets Myspace, well...accidents are bound to happen. Here's Dave Ross.

Aug 20, 2007

   

Biting Back

    A recent report says Bed Bugs are on the rise, but as Robert Fielden observes, the ecosystem we inhabit will 'bite back' when it's disturbed, too.

Aug 15, 2007

   

Drive-by Architecture

    Jeff Burbank says one of the ways to judge a city's architecture is to consider what you see while driving on the highway. He doesn't like what he sees in downtown Las Vegas.

Aug 13, 2007

   

Sustainable Development

    Robert Fielden says when it comes to sustainability it's time to 'walk the walk'.

Aug 1, 2007

   

Your Vegas Is Showing

    What's happening with a new slogan shouldn't happen to any slogan according to Andrew Kiraly.

Jul 30, 2007

   

Seeking Shade

    Monsoon season means HOT has been replaced by hot and muggy. Robert Fielden has some advice.

Jul 18, 2007

   

Homeowner Democracy

    Dave Ross takes a classic look at a contemporary homeowners dispute.

Jul 6, 2007

   

7-7-7

    Rebecca Zisch offers these thoughts on the imminent 777. Feeling luck?

Jul 4, 2007

   

Ho Ho Ho

    7/7/07 - It's a lucky number in a town full of gamblers. Andrew Kiraly offers these thoughts on an upcoming celebration?

Jul 2, 2007

   

Portland, Oregon

    Why do people love Portland? Robert Fielden explores the appeal of Portland.

Jun 28, 2007

   

Blue Moon

    Rosie Dempsey writes about her experiences in our desert environment. This time she's looking to the night sky.

Jun 25, 2007

   

Legislative Planning pt.2

    Robert Fielden continues his observations on the recently ended legislative session.

Jun 21, 2007

   

Conserve Water

    Jeff Burbank is very impressed by the new Springs Preserve, but doesn't like the approach taken to preach water conservation.

Jun 18, 2007

   

Legislative Planning

    Robert Fielden offers his thoughts on the recently ended legislative session.

Jun 11, 2007

   

Urban Environment

    Robert Fielden continues his observations about our urban environment.

Jun 7, 2007

   

Legislative Sprint

    With the usual sprint to the finish, lawmakers are done in Carson City. Jeff Burbank wonders what we've learned.

May 31, 2007

   

Future Thinking

    Robert Fielden is an active participant in discussion on our region's future.

May 29, 2007

   

Desert Spring

    Rosie Dempsey is a writer who spends half the year in Southern Nevada and half in Washington D.C. She sends these observations about the year so far.

May 22, 2007

   

Critical Architecture

    Robert Fielden invites listeners to read and be a critic of architecture.

May 21, 2007

   

Green Building

    Dave Ross looks for some leadership on the green building issue.

May 21, 2007

   

Transportation Funding

    Veteran journalist Jeff Burbank has been followng the debate over funding transport and he's surprised who he agrees with.

May 15, 2007

   

Environmental Values

    Rosie Dempsey spends part of the year on the East coast and the summer here in the desert. She offers these reflections on applying her environmental values everyday.

May 14, 2007

   

Transportation Problems

    Robert Fielden often addresses transportation issues and this week he's got plenty to offer.

May 9, 2007

   

Free Parking

    When compared to other cities, there are many things we don't have in Las Vegas. But Rebecca Zisch says there's at least one thing we can be proud of.

Apr 10, 2007

   

Saving Las Vegas

    Dave Ross has been wondering why some things get saved in Las Vegas while others don't.

Apr 9, 2007

   

Wolrd Class City

    Robert Fielden has been thinking about the value of adding Las Vegas' name to LA's bid for the Olympics.

Apr 9, 2007

   

Name Changing

    With all the attention going to the Stardust, pop culture commentator Rebecca Zisch wonders about the loss of another landmark, the Barbary Coast.

Apr 2, 2007

   

Too Much Testing

    Dave Ross takes standardized testing to task.

Apr 2, 2007

   

Fielden on Traffic 2

    Robert Fielden saw our traffic issues coming a long time ago.

Mar 27, 2007

   

Fielden on Traffic

    Robert Fielden offers more thoughts on addressing traffic problems in Las Vegas.

Mar 1, 2007

   

MLK Oratory Competition

    The International House of Blues Foundation recently held its annual Martin Luther King Jr Oratory competition for area schools. Each year we feature the winners and today we hear Justin Epstein.

Feb 27, 2007

   

Gambling on India

    With mainland China providing a vast untapped market for gamblers in Macau, Dave Schwartz has these observations on another coastal city set to welcome inhabitants of India.

Feb 23, 2007

   

Traffic

    Robert Fielden revisits the issue of traffic in the Valley.

Feb 22, 2007

   

Smoke Tax

    Jeff Burbank explores the possibilities of generating more state tax revenue from smokers.

Feb 21, 2007

   

MLK Oratory Competition

    The International House of Blues Foundation recently held its annual Martin Luther King Jr Oratory competition for area schools. Each year we feature the winners and today we hear Makayla Maxwell from Andre Agassi College Prepatory.

Feb 20, 2007

   

Brit's Super Casino

    England is preparing to take a step forward and license what they call a 'super casino.' Dave Schwartz compares the what the British are doing with Las Vegas style casinos.

Feb 15, 2007

   

MLK Oratory Competition

    The International House of Blues Foundation recently held its annual Martin Luther King Jr Oratory competition for area schools. Each year we feature the winners and today we hear Simone Ruffin from Andre Agassi College Prepatory Academy.

Feb 14, 2007

   

Looking for Love

    We couldn't let Valentine's Day go by without inviting Rebecca Zisch to talk about romantic spots in Las Vegas.

Feb 13, 2007

   

Good Jobs

    Robert Fielden weighs in on diversifying our economy and the benefits of creating quality jobs in the community.

Feb 6, 2007

   

MLK Oratory Competition

    The International House of Blues Foundation recently held its annual Martin Luther King Jr Oratory competition for area schools. Each year we feature the winners and today we'll hear Isabelle Bellinghausen, from Foothills Montessori.

Jan 31, 2007

   

Missing Las Vegas?

    Gregory Crosby, a visiting former Las Vegan, reflects on our changing skyline.

Jan 22, 2007

   

Counting the Homeless

    As a local committee on homelessness plans to count the number of people in Clark County who are without a place to live, some thoughts on the language of describing the issue from Dave Ross.

Jan 16, 2007

   

Local Profits

    Robert Fielden makes the case that when profits happen in Vegas those profits should stay in Vegas.

Jan 11, 2007

   

Wynn Wow

    Poet Gregory Crosby recently got his first look at a new Las Vegas landmark. Admittedly, he's been away for a while...

Jan 8, 2007

   

Amazing Cats

    Exploring the entertainment scene over the holidays, Rebecca Zisch discovered something other than the ultra lounges and Strip spectaculars that was still in the Las Vegas tradition.

Jan 8, 2007

   

A Sense of Place

    Robert Fielden reflects on a New Year's resolve to create a sense of place.

Jan 2, 2007

   

CBGB Las Vegas?

    Gregory Crosby is a transplanted Las Vegan who now lives in New York. He sent us these thoughts about a storied music venue set to resurface in Las Vegas.

Dec 29, 2006

   

Las Vegas Nightlife

    Staying up all the way until midnight on New Year's Eve? Rebecca Zisch notes how 'unVegas' that tradition is. For those who strive to be hip in the Las Vegas nightlife scene, midnight doesn't really cut it.

Dec 11, 2006

   

Good Job

    Robert Fielden reflects this week on who's doing good deeds.

Dec 4, 2006

   

Shag with a Twist

    Rebecca Zisch yearns for the opportunity to enjoy a real cocktail party...just like in the old days.

Dec 4, 2006

   

Poverty

    Robert Fielden reflects on aspects of poverty.

Nov 30, 2006

   

Reno

    A trip to Reno elicits downcast thoughts from Jeff Burbank.

Nov 28, 2006

   

Zzyzx Retreat

    Writer Rosie Dempsey spends half the year in the desert. She sent us this essay on one of her favorite Nevada destinations.

Nov 22, 2006

   

Ruth Brown

    Rebecca Zisch salutes the personal, professional and musical influences of Ruth Brown.

Nov 21, 2006

   

Forensics

    Dave Ross has plenty of opinions, but lately he's been hearing the persuasive skills of local highschoolers.

Nov 20, 2006

   

Social Capital

    As we approach Thanksgiving, Robert Fielden reviews the amount of social capital in our community.

Nov 13, 2006

   

Smoking Ban

    Jeff Burbank applauds Nevada voters for passing the anti-smoking ballot iniative.

Nov 13, 2006

   

Stardust Sign

    Robert Fielden remembers when he was involved in creating one of the iconic signs of the past century at the Stardust.

Oct 30, 2006

   

Long Range Planning

    Robert Fielden looks at predictions that the Las Vegas metro area could grow to 3-million people or more and wonders about that effect on our sense of community.

Oct 27, 2006

   

Political Insiders

    Jeff Burbank has been following the twists and turns of the Gibbons/Mazzeo story. He focuses on the apparent favoritism shown to political insiders and wonders if this might be the case that helps end the practice in Las Vegas.

Oct 27, 2006

   

Prince is Coming

    The Rio - the casino/resort formerly known as the home of Penn and Teller - could soon be the home of...
Rebecca Zisch has the scoop!

Oct 9, 2006

   

It's Nice

    Twice a year Robert Fielden marks the change of seasons in Southern Nevada...and this is the nice one.

Oct 9, 2006

   

The Poker Lifestyle

    Dave Schwartz notes that we've started another chapter in the history of gambling as poker goes mainstream.

Sep 26, 2006

   

Quality of Life

    How does las Vegas stack up in quality of life? Robert Fielden offers a look at some recent surveys.

Sep 25, 2006

   

SWM Looking

    He's a commentator, a journalist and a single guy. So why is Jeff Burbank cynical about his search for romance?

Sep 11, 2006

   

Best for Kids

    Where in the world is the best place to raise your children? Robert Fielden has the answer.

Sep 9, 2006

   

It's Nice

    Twice a year Robert Fielden marks the change of seasons in Southern Nevada...and this is the nice one.

Sep 7, 2006

   

On-line Classes

    School's back and for one instructor, that means more face time in front of the computer screen. Jeff Burbank is a college instructor with a new routine for Fall 2006.

Sep 6, 2006

   

Chicago Living

    Robert Fielden looks to Chicago for inspiration on how a big city is trying to make the city a better environment.

Sep 5, 2006

   

Andre Agassi

    Andre Agassi's tennis career is over, but his philanthropy is still in full swing. Dave Ross offers these personal observations about Andre Agassi's career as a philanthropist.

Aug 30, 2006

   

Changing Attitudes

    Robert Fielden follows the progress of a UNLV forum that shows during the past 6 years attitudes towards 'quality of life' issues have changed.

Aug 21, 2006

   

Auto Insurance

    Jeff Burbank took a long, hard look at his auto insurance bill and found some reasons why Nevada rates are so high.

Aug 18, 2006

   

Playboy Bunnies

    The search for Playboy bunnies reminds Rebecca Zisch of a childhood experience and the difference between fantasy and reality.

Aug 15, 2006

   

The Las Vegas Economy

    Robert Fielden changes his mind about the most serious problem facing Las Vegas.

Aug 7, 2006

   

City Lights and City Growth

    Bob Fielden is encouraged by plans for MGM's City Lights project, but wonders whether the county's off-strip growth will be so well planned.

Aug 2, 2006

   

Feeding the Homeless

    Jeff Burbank says the move by the city of Las Vegas to make it illegal to feed the homeless is not only a bad idea, but it's embarrassing.

Jul 31, 2006

   

Mesquite, Doing It Better

    Robert Fielden looks to the fast-growing city of Mesquite and sees the use of redevelopment to benefit the community.

Jul 31, 2006

   

Cocktail Party

    Rebecca Zisch yearns for the opportunity to enjoy a real cocktail party...just like in the old days.

Jul 28, 2006

   

Grievances

    Recent legal opinions have Dave Ross worried about restrictions on citizens' rights.

Jul 26, 2006

   

The Road East

    Writer Rosie Dempsey sepnds half the year in the desert. Recently she headed back east.

Jul 24, 2006

   

Neighbors

    Robert Fielden remembers the way Las Vegas used to be...a friendly, neighborly community.

Jul 10, 2006

   

TASC - Steve Miller

    Two commentators share their views about the Tax and Spending Control initiative on the November ballot. Here's Steve Miller.

Jul 10, 2006

   

TASC - Hugh Jackson

    Two commentators share their views about what the Tax and Spending Control initiative on the November ballot. Here's Hugh Jackson.

Jul 4, 2006

   

All Those Cars

    As you drive around town, Robert Fielden says think about what all those cars on the road mean.

Jun 30, 2006

   

Queer Eye on Las Vegas

    Rebecca Zisch is encouraged that the Queer Eye Guys are in Las Vegas to remake some of the men.

Jun 28, 2006

   

Sorry News

    Jeff Burbank has been following the discussions of a series of investigative articles in the LA Times. He says the series says as much about the sorry state of news reporting in Nevada as it does about the judges.

Jun 26, 2006

   

Too High?

    Residents of a historic neighborhood are wondering whether their corner of Las Vegas can remain the same.

Jun 21, 2006

   

Judging Judges

    Dave Ross is surprised at the attention directed at the LA Times investigative series on Nevada's Judicial System.

Jun 16, 2006

   

Monuments

    Robert Fielden questions how well we're looking after our monuments to Nevada heroes.

Jun 12, 2006

   

Be Nice to the Desert

    Jeff Burbank observes how some folks treat the desert.

Jun 8, 2006

   

See You Next Spring

    Writer Rosie Dempsey spends half the year in the desert. She says 'goodbye for now'.

Jun 2, 2006

   

Peace

    It's First Friday and thousands will flock to downtown Las Vegas for art and entertainment this evening. Andrew Kiraly finds that seeking peace isn't part of the mix.

Jun 2, 2006

   

Driving Our Children

    Robert Fielden wonders what impact we're having on our childrens' health through our car centered culture.

May 31, 2006

   

Not Really Rock

    Rebecca Zisch says Las Vegas was not built on rock 'n roll.

May 26, 2006

   

Housing Bubble Bursts

    Jeff Burbank observes the down turn in the Las Vegas real estate market.

May 22, 2006

   

Desert Flower Power

    Writer Rosie Dempsey sends this description of a late Spring flower show that's worth seeking out.

May 15, 2006

   

Outsiders View of LV

    Dave Schwartz has some thoughts on those who look at Las Vegas from afar.

May 12, 2006

   

The G-Sting Lingers

    Jeff Burbank wearily looks back at the recently concluded political corruption trial in Las Vegas.

May 9, 2006

   

Along the Way

    Robert Fielden reminds us that with hot weather just around the corner, it's time to make the most of 'nice'.

May 1, 2006

   

Affordable Housing

    Robert Fielden revisits the question of affordable housing.

May 1, 2006

   

Sports vs Art

    Jeff Burbank casts a skeptical eye on a new proposal for a sports venue in Las Vegas. He says it's time too think about art and history.

Apr 28, 2006

   

Strip Spectacles

    Wynn resort is one year old this week, and today is the groundbreaking of Encore the next phase. Dave Schwartz uses the opportunity to reflect on the changing nature of the Las Vegas spectacle.

Apr 17, 2006

   

Divorce Capitol

    Jeff Burbank notes that Nevada voters may believe in 'Marriage Protection', but we lead the country in divorces.

Apr 14, 2006

   

G-Sting Not National News

    Steve Friess is a journalist based in Las Vegas and a frequent contributor to Newsweek and USA Today. But he's been having a tough time with a story pitch he thought would be a natural for the scandal hungry media.

Apr 10, 2006

   

Tim Bavington

    Erika Yowell has a review of Tim Bavington's art show in Las Vegas.

Apr 10, 2006

   

Home Ownership

    Robert Fielden does the math on the cost of home ownership in the Valley.

Mar 27, 2006

   

Traffic Problems

    Everyone has an opinion on the traffic in the valley. This time we hear from Robert Fielden.

Mar 23, 2006

   

Affordable Housing

    Hugh Jackson says that at least part of the blame for a lack of affordable housing in the valley can be laid at the feet of home builders and speculative home buyers.

Mar 20, 2006

   

Affordable Housing

    Robert Fielden praises a new effort to address affordable housing.

Mar 17, 2006

   

Suburban Casino

    Jeff Burbank has seen all the 'next big things' of casinos in his years in Las Vegas. He's grown immune to the hype.

Mar 14, 2006

   

Gambling Anniversary

    Dave Schwartz marks the 75th anniversary of Legal commercial gambling in Nevada.

Mar 13, 2006

   

A Lawyer No More

    David Ross is leaving the legal profession. He offers some thoughts about where the profession should be headed.

Mar 13, 2006

   

Hal Rothman

    Whatever the challenges facing our education system in Nevada, Robert Fielden says one it's best assets is Hal Rothman.

Mar 8, 2006

   

Minimalist

    We like the starkness of the desert - minimalist if you will. How about art? Erika Yowell ventures into an exhibit at the Las Vegas Art Museum.

Mar 7, 2006

   

We Got A Race

    Last summer Hugh Jackson was convinced that 2006 would be a boring campaign year. Now he's changed his mind.

Mar 6, 2006

   

More Parks

    Robert Fielden is a long-time architect and urban planner in Las Vegas. He offers his perspective on urban issues impacting the valley.

Mar 2, 2006

   

Taxes

    Jeff Burbank offers these thoughts on restructuring Nevada's tax structure.

Mar 1, 2006

   

Trash in the Desert

    Andrew Kiraly tries to look past the trash and gets a glimpse of the future while riding his mountain bike.

Feb 23, 2006

   

MLK Oratory Competition

    The International House of Blues Foundation held it's annual Martin Luther King Junior Oratory competition last month. Here's 13 year old Rody Usef from the Schofield Middle School.

Feb 22, 2006

   

Fighting Terrorism with Gold

    Hugh Jackson doesn't buy Jim Gibbons' argument for protecting Nevada gold mining.

Feb 17, 2006

   

Gehry's Design

    Jeff Burbank tries to make sense of architect Frank Gehry's designs for the new Alzheimer's treatment center in Las Vegas.

Feb 15, 2006

   

MLK Oratory Competition

    The International House of Blues Foundation held it's annual Martin Luther King Junior Oratory competition last month. Here's Jessica Washington from K Carl Elementary School, with her winning essay.

Feb 14, 2006

   

MLK Oratory Competition

    The House of Blues Foundation held it's annual Martin Luther King Junior Oratory competition last month. Here's Simone Ruffin from the Andre Agassi Preparatory Academy with her winning essay.

Feb 13, 2006

   

Sonny King

    Rebecca Zisch tells how Sonny King made an indelible impression on her.

Feb 13, 2006

   

Dale Scheideman

    Robert Fielden remembers an architecture colleague who had an impact on hundreds of thousands of young Las Vegans.

Feb 8, 2006

   

Great Parks

    Robert Fielden finds parks to admire in Compton, CA and Duluth, GA.

Feb 3, 2006

   

Mental Health

    Dave Ross tries to understand why our youngest mental health patients have to leave the state for help.

Feb 1, 2006

   

Nevada Quarter

    Rebecca Zisch loves coins and the quarter is her favorite, but she's a litttle disappointed with the new Nevada quarter.

Jan 30, 2006

   

Favorite Parks

    Robert Fielden makes note of his favorite Las Vegas parks.

Jan 27, 2006

   

She's Got Guts

    Hugh Jackson reflects on a young political challenger...Tessa Hafen.

Jan 24, 2006

   

Miss America

    The Miss America Pagaent was held in Las Vegas last week. Rebecca Zisch found it disappointing.

Jan 23, 2006

   

Minimal

    Richard Serra is a major artist with a minimal exhibit in downtown Las Vegas. Erika Yowell has a review.

Jan 23, 2006

   

Light Rail

    Robert Fielden explores the concept of light rail in Southern Nevada.

Jan 20, 2006

   

Higher Education

    High education in Nevada is affordable, but Jeff Burbank questions the value.

Jan 18, 2006

   

Don't Sue Me

    A new report shows Nevada Courts more crowded than ever. Dave Ross says that rather than build more courts we should adopt a more conciliatory attitude.

Jan 16, 2006

   

LA Trains

    Robert Fielden says Las Vegas should look to Los Angeles to see how an urban train system can work.

Jan 13, 2006

   

Christmas Gift Redux

    Andrew Kiraly takes a closer look at his Christmas gifts...what he got and what he wishes he had received.

Jan 11, 2006

   

Golfer (Sen.) John Ensign

    While Senator Harry Reid celebrates his first year as Minority Leader, Senator John Ensign has his own milestone as Hugh Jackson notes.

Jan 9, 2006

   

Public Transit

    Robert Fielden has more on the public transit issues facing the Valley.

Jan 9, 2006

   

Boardwalk

    The Boardwalk Casino closes this week. Dave Schwartz notes its passing with ambivalence.

Jan 6, 2006

   

Boring Nevada Politics

    Jeff Burbank is not expecting an exciting election year, unless one particular candidate gets involved...Oscar.

Jan 3, 2006

   

She's Excited

    Rebecca Zisch is excited about the new year. Really.

Jan 2, 2006

   

Public Transit

    Robert Fielden resolves to be a champion for public transit.

Dec 30, 2005

   

Politics 2006

    Commentator Hugh Jackson has a New Years list of things you won't hear from politicians in 2006.

Dec 27, 2005

   

Elton John

    Elton Johns's red piano may be in Las Vegas, but his wedding wasn't... much to the disappointment of commentator Rebecca Zisch.

Dec 23, 2005

   

A New Year

    As we say goodbye to the Las Vegas Centennial, commentator Dave Ross hopes our surroundings will inspire a new year of civic pride.

Dec 22, 2005

   

Neighborhood Casinos

    With additional neighborhood casino's opening, commentator Jeff Burbank is ready for a neighborhood without one.

Dec 19, 2005

   

Lots of Bus Riders

    Robert Fielden is impressed by how many people ride the bus...both tourists and locals.

Dec 16, 2005

   

Moonen on Curtas

    During a fundraiser at Nevada Public Radio, food critic John Curtas challenged Chef Rick Moonen to a duel of sorts. John had reviewed Chef Moonen's restaurant and then challenged him to observe a dinner party at John's house.

Dec 14, 2005

   

Camels, Robots and Casinos

    How many robots will it take to replicate the personal touch? Dave Schwartz offers these observations about high tech customer service.

Dec 12, 2005

   

Bus Riders

    Robert Fielden finds some surprising statistics about who's riding the bus in Southern Nevada.

Dec 9, 2005

   

Shady Deals?

    Questionable local land deals have Jeff Burbank wondering why we need out-of-state lawyers to investigate if local government is watching out for the public.

Dec 8, 2005

   

Marathon Gamble

    Dave Schwartz ran in the New Las Vegas Marathon. He's impressed by the 'Las Vegas' aspects of the race.

Dec 5, 2005

   

Casino Holiday

    Bill Thompson has a holiday wish list for casino operators.

Dec 5, 2005

   

Affordable Housing

    Robert Fielden wonders whether the American dream has faded for families in Southern Nevada.

Nov 30, 2005

   

Measuring Sprawl

    Robert Fielden follows up on his recent thoughts on a study measuring sprawl in Southern Nevada.

Nov 29, 2005

   

Hooters

    Rebecca Zisch notes that the more things change, the more they stay the same for women in Las Vegas.

Nov 25, 2005

   

High Cost of Sprawl

    Robert Fielden is relieved to find that he's not a voice in the wilderness.

Nov 22, 2005

   

PBS Documentary

    Jeff Burbank finds that what was left out of the PBS documentary on the Las Vegas Centennial says plenty.

Nov 16, 2005

   

People or Property

    Talk about punishing grafitti vandals has Dave Ross asking, 'Do we value people or property more?'

Nov 15, 2005

   

Fail or Succeed

    Robert Fielden has some thoughts on the haves and have nots of society.

Nov 8, 2005

   

Energy Costs

    Jeff Burbank takes note of our rapidly risings costs for natural gas and electricity, and says it's time for our elected officials to act before it's too late.

Nov 7, 2005

   

Collecting Art

    Erika Yowell learns about collecting art the Guggenheim way.

Nov 7, 2005

   

Gone but not Forgotten

    Robert Fielden recalls the good old days of Las Vegas, including Joe and Karen Johnston who helped make it home.

Nov 2, 2005

   

Slots of Fun

    Dave Schwartz recently checked out the variety of slot machines now available and came away with some interesting observations.

Oct 18, 2005

   

This is Nice

    While we've been having some stormy weather lately, commentator Robert Fielden is happy to mark the beginning of NICE.

Oct 12, 2005

   

High Cost of Housing

    Robert Fielden looks beyond the numbers in our housing problems.

Oct 7, 2005

   

Private Eye

    Rebecca Zisch Recently recently got serious about changing careers and finding her 'dream job'.

Oct 4, 2005

   

Light Rail

    Robert Fielden says one of the ways to 'create community' in a growing city like Las Vegas, may be to use light rail for transportation.

Sep 28, 2005

   

What were they thinking?

    Robert Fielden takes another look at recent construction in Las Vegas and asks, what were they thinking!?

Sep 26, 2005

   

Burlesque

    Just so you won't have to, Rebecca Zisch has been exploring the Burlesque trend in Las Vegas.

Sep 22, 2005

   

Artistic Treatment

    Erika Yowell has some thoughts on the art collection to be found at the Nevada Cancer Institute opening this week.

Sep 21, 2005

   

Legal Battles

    With attention focused on the U S Supreme Court, commentator Dave Ross wonders about our local legal landscape.

Sep 20, 2005

   

Aethestics

    Don't be scared by the word 'aethestics'. Robert Fielden is here to explain how aesthetics count in his primer on good architecture.

Sep 2, 2005

   

Education and Gambling

    As schools and colleges open their doors for a new semester, Dave Schwartz turns his toughts to the relationship between education and gaming.

Aug 30, 2005

   

Good Architecture part 3

    Robert Fielden has been guiding us through some principles of practical architecture. Today, planning the site.

Aug 24, 2005

   

Rod Stewart

    Rebecca Zisch says she doubts that Rod Stewart fans will be following the nuances of contract law in the suit involving Harrah's. More likely, they're wondering whether they still want to be fans.

Aug 23, 2005

   

Good Architecture part 2

    Robert Fielden continues his observations about what makes for good architecture.

Aug 17, 2005

   

A Sense of Dignity

    Dave Ross ran across a piece of reality television with little conflict, no sensationalism or hysterics, and he was hooked.

Aug 16, 2005

   

Good Architecture

    What makes for good architecture? Robert Fielden explains.

Aug 5, 2005

   

Teachers Needed

    Patricia Heiser Metoyer lectures at UNLV. She's been thinking about the need for teachers in the Valley.

Aug 2, 2005

   

Monorail

    Robert Fielden sees a role for the monorail in a bigger transportation plan for the Valley.

Jul 29, 2005

   

2006 Election

    With candidates already throwing their hats in the ring for governor, commentator Hugh Jackson takes a look at other Nevada offices up for grabs in 2006.

Jul 27, 2005

   

What Happens Here...

    Legal commentator Dave Ross could give a very detailed legal analysis of how trademarks and copyrights work. Instead, he offers a western-inspired interpretation.

Jul 26, 2005

   

Growing Problems

    Commentator Robert Fielden is not planning to get a bigger sofa for his expanding frame. He applys that same logic to our traffic problems.

Jul 19, 2005

   

We Make it Hot

    Yes, it's hot. And to a degree we have ourselves to blame according to commentator Robert Fielden.

Jul 11, 2005

   

Pro Bono Revisited

    Barbara Buckley, executive director of Clark County Legal Services and attorney Marshall Willick prepared responses as rebuttal to Jeff Burbank's commentary on Pro Bono work.

Jul 6, 2005

   

Pro Bono

    Jeff Burbank has been thinking about who benefits when lawyers do pro-bono work.

Jul 5, 2005

   

Problem Gamblers

    Hugh Jackson has been looking behind the numbers in local casino's and wonders about the amount of losing.

Jul 5, 2005

   

Scorpions!

    Robert Fielden continues to fight the battle against invading scorpions.

Jun 28, 2005

   

Better Model

    Are we doomed to become another LA? Robert Fielden wishes Las Vegas could emulate some other cities.

Jun 22, 2005

   

Centennial Murals

    Robert Fielden raves about the centennial mural project.

Jun 20, 2005

   

Newspaper Merger

    Subscribers to the Las Vegas Review Journal and the Las Vegas Sun are by now aware that their daily morning paper will include the Sun beginning in September. Veteran journalist Jeff Burbank wonders about the impact of the change.

Jun 17, 2005

   

The Spirit Lives

    Rebecca Zisch remembers a close friend, Stan Lapinski, who was recently killed in Iraq.

Jun 16, 2005

   

Merger Mania

    Dave Schwartz wonders what will change now that Harrah's owns the venerable Caesar's brand.

Jun 14, 2005

   

Tax Refund

    Robert Fielden says that rather than the state giving a tax rebate he wishes the state had used the money to support education.

Jun 7, 2005

   

Like Texas

    Stuck in his car, commentator Robert Fielden has plenty of time to reflect on how Las Vegas differs from the town where he grew up in Texas.

May 31, 2005

   

Neighborhood Casinos

    Despite little public discussion, one bill in Carson City has not escaped commentator Jeff Burbank's attention.

May 31, 2005

   

'Nice' is Gone

    In what's become an annual tradition, Robert Fielden says goodbye to Spring and an early hello to Summer.

May 27, 2005

   

Pahrump Bikers

    Think all those Harley Riders are doctors and lawyers dabbling in the biker lifestyle? Think again, says commentator Andrew Kiraly.

May 19, 2005

   

Fashionable Art

    Arts commentator Erika Yowell makes the connection between art and fashion.

May 17, 2005

   

Longer Commute

    Robert Fielden doesn't need another survey to tell him it's taking longer to get to work. He's got some first hand research.

May 12, 2005

   

Environmental Impact

    Jeff Burbank wonders about the endangered and threatened species who are being lost because of the rapid growth of Las Vegas.

May 11, 2005

   

Downtown Living

    Robert Fielden wonders who will benefit from the rush to promote downtown living.

May 3, 2005

   

Not So 'Free' Concert

    Rebecca Zisch respectfully notes that the mayor should have seen one Las Vegas centennial problem coming.

Apr 28, 2005

   

Public Art

    A piece of public art will be unveiled Friday afternoon. Erika Yowell explains it doubles as recycling.

Apr 19, 2005

   

Funding Education

    Commentator Jeff Burbank wonders what it'll take to get serious about education funding in Nevada.

Apr 14, 2005

   

Insanity

    A new thrill ride brings a thrill to commentator Rebecca Zisch.

Apr 12, 2005

   

Rewarding Wynn

    Steve Wynn got a $2.75 million bonus last year. Commentator Dave Schwartz says the upcoming Wynn Resort will be worth those kinds of rewards.

Apr 6, 2005

   

Pedestrians

    Robert Fielden wonders how it came to be so dangerous for pedestrians in Las Vegas.

Apr 1, 2005

   

Problem Gambling

    Jeff Burbank looks to the state legislature to do something about problem gamblers.

Mar 30, 2005

   

Condos and Locals

    There's already been one casualty of the high rise condo trend, leaving investors hoping it won't cool enthusiasm for Las Vegas. Robert Fielden is looking at the impact of the trend outside the tourist corridor.

Mar 23, 2005

   

Highrise Future?

    How realistic are those projections for the real estate market in Las Vegas. Robert Fielden is skeptical.

Mar 22, 2005

   

Downwinders

    Janet Gordon is a 'downwinder' and an activist for those who lived down-wind of the nuclear tests in Nevada. She recently visited the new museum in Las Vegas dedicated to the history of atomic testing.

Mar 17, 2005

   

New Yorker

    Gregory Crosby has been in New York about six months. He sends these thoughts on his transition from Las Vegan to New Yorker.

Mar 16, 2005

   

Library

    You could go on the internet to find just about anything, but Dave Ross would prefer you went to the library.

Mar 15, 2005

   

Sense of Community

    Robert Fielden continues his thoughts on the Harwood Report - a survey of opinions about Las Vegas' sense of community.

Mar 11, 2005

   

The Red Carpet

    Rebecca Zisch experiences The Red Carpet Treatment and finds her niche as a star.

Mar 9, 2005

   

Wynn - What's Next?

    Jeff Burbank has been following preparations for the opening of the Wynn Resort and offers these observations.

Mar 7, 2005

   

Block Party

    If listening to the stories of Las Vegas' early years has got you interested in participating in the Centennial, Robert Fielden has some suggestions for putting it into action.

Mar 3, 2005

   

Rain, Rain Go Away

    With all the things he could complain about, Andrew Kiraly chooses the weather.

Mar 1, 2005

   

Swapping for Affordable Housing

    A different take on federal landswaps and their relationship to creating affordable housing from Robert Fielden.

Feb 24, 2005

   

Gonzo Gone

    Amid the tributes to Hunter S. Thompson this week, Rebecca Zisch reflects on how much of 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas' is still around.

Feb 22, 2005

   

Casino Mergers

    Few obstacles seem to be in the way of casino consolidation. Jeff Burbank speculates on who's next.

Feb 17, 2005

   

Eminent Domain

    The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments next week about eminent domain. Commentator Dave Ross makes the connection to Nevada.

Feb 11, 2005

   

When I'm 65

    He's one year older with no plans to quit teaching, but Professor Bill Thompson faces a milestone in a couple of days.

Feb 10, 2005

   

On the Edge

    Andrew Kiraly has journeyed to the edge of the city and sends this report.

Feb 8, 2005

   

Planning for Shade

    Robert Fielden says urban planning begins at home with the planting of shade trees.

Feb 7, 2005

   

I Live Here!

    It won't be long before out of town friends will be asking, 'Did you hear those internet guys are selling the Golden Nugget?' Rebecca Zisch has heard it all before.

Feb 7, 2005

   

Airport Land Deals

    Commentator Jeff Burbank offers this analysis of a land deal that's made headlines in the last couple of weeks.

Jan 31, 2005

   

Monorail Expansion?

    The downtown leg of the monorail is now in doubt. Robert Fielden offers his thoughts for what is means for downtown redevelopment.

Jan 28, 2005

   

Vegas Cool

    Visiting from New York, Las Vegan Gregory Crosby discovered a new place epitomizing 'Vegas Cool'.

Jan 25, 2005

   

Mental Health Issues

    Governor Kenny Guinn proposed millions in new mental health spending in his state of the state speech last night. Dr. Oly Thienhaus has these thoughts from the front line.

Jan 24, 2005

   

LVCVA Raises

    Jeff Burbank wonders whether executives at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority deserve a raise.

Jan 24, 2005

   

Funding Education

    As we approach a new legislative session, funding education in Nevada is sure to be high on the agenda. Commentator Dave Ross anticipates a contentious debate.

Jan 18, 2005

   

Flooding

    It's estimated 100 homes were damaged by flooding in Overton last week, and 70 additional homes in Mesquite as the Virgin River overlowed it's banks. In Las Vegas, flooding meant road closures and some residents unable to leave their neighborhoods. Rober

Jan 17, 2005

   

Cowboy Poets

    This Saturday the 21st annual National Cowboy Poetry Gathering takes place in Elko. Here's a couple of excerpts from last year's event.

Jan 13, 2005

   

Driving and Reading

    Andrew Kiraly has a solution for drivers who are falling behind on their reading.

Jan 10, 2005

   

Mental Health

    With the legislative session ahead next month, commentator Jeff Burbank reflects on how mental health should feature on the agenda

Jan 10, 2005

   

NIMBY

    Community activitists got their way recently, stopping a proposed high rise project. Robert Fielden has been following the events.

Jan 5, 2005

   

Clear Channel

    Joe Schoenmann has been thinking about the Las Vegas Centennial and whether we got the sponsor we deserve?

Jan 4, 2005

   

Working Poor

    Robert Fielden reflects on how Utah is dealing with problems of the working poor.

Dec 31, 2004

   

2005

    Robert Fielden looks ahead to the new year.

Dec 31, 2004

   

Snarky

    If it's in the Mercury weekly newspaper and it's snarky, funny and topical, there's a good chance Andrew Kiraly wrote it. But you may be to find that Andrew has a sentimental streak.

Dec 29, 2004

   

Photo History

    Photographs from the Las Vegas News Bureau are on display through February at the Summerlin Library. Erica Yowell comments on the exhibit.

Dec 28, 2004

   

Entertainment Capital

    Former Las Vegan Gregory Crosby is back in Las Vegas for the holidays. He's been thinking about the similarities with his new home, New York.

Dec 22, 2004

   

2005 Legislature

    Before we get to that bi-annual arguement about having the legislature in session every year, Joe Schoenmann has these thoughts on what's on the '05 agenda in Carson City.

Dec 21, 2004

   

Macau

    Five years ago this week, the former Portuguese enclave of Macau returned to Chinese rule. During the past five years it's seen an unprecented economic boom driven by the gaming industry. Dave Schwartz has just returned fro