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Neon Diary: Upcoming Skye Canyon concert ‘glam for good’ spotlights dog rescue charity

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A modest Las Vegas dog rescue charity has friends in glamorous places. Volunteer-based A Home 4 Spot, which for 16 years has been fostering, finding forever homes and paying medical bills for abandoned dogs, is taking a turn in the spotlight. On Saturday, Sept. 27, the band Last House was scheduled to play a benefit concert on behalf of the cause at Sicilian Guys … [Read more...] about Neon Diary: Upcoming Skye Canyon concert ‘glam for good’ spotlights dog rescue charity

‘Brick Planet’ LEGO display premieres at Springs Preverse

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215News This summer, an extraordinary journey awaits at the Springs Preserve. Brick Planet: A magical journey made with LEGO bricks opens its doors to visitors of all ages.  Created by award-winning artist Sean Kenney in partnership with Imagine and Science North, this exhibition brings the beauty of our natural world to life through the artistry of LEGO bricks. The … [Read more...] about ‘Brick Planet’ LEGO display premieres at Springs Preverse

Somerset Skye Pointe dance team takes third state title

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By Miyah Worthen Despite its smaller size, Somerset Academy Sky Pointe has a dance program that has a big culture. That is a culture of winning!  On March 1, the team took state in Varsity 4A Lyrical and Pom, marking three consecutive years the varsity team has brought home a championship banner.  Under the direction of head coach Jake Phillips and their … [Read more...] about Somerset Skye Pointe dance team takes third state title

Couple find artistic outlet, fun times with new business in retirement

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215 News Dean and Deb Massey are owners of Open Minded Artistry, a husband and wife-owned business that creates beautiful, one of a kind pieces of art. You can see, and buy, their art at various arts and crafts fairs around Las Vegas, including the annual ChalktoberFest and Christmas Pray for Snow events in Skye Canyon.  You can see their products on their website, … [Read more...] about Couple find artistic outlet, fun times with new business in retirement