Arts & Culture
Stockton girl Georgia Horn always has Elvis
Aug 18th
A girl from Stockton who became an Elvis Presley impersonator at just seven years old has set her sights on the bright lights of Las Vegas.
Georgia Horn, now 10, developed a real passion for “the King” three years ago after learning to sing Love Me Tender at school.
Elvis then took over her life after watching one of his concerts on television.
“She was literally mesmerised,” said Georgia’s mother Sue. More >
Nevada lawmakers include brothels in tax on services bill
May 20th
The world’s oldest profession could be subject to Nevada’s newest tax if Democratic state lawmakers have their way.
In an effort to fund government services during a crippling recession, the Democrats have proposed a 1 percent tax on services, including those offered at Nevada’s legal brothels.
They say their plan would raise hundreds of millions of dollars to pay for K-12 schools, colleges and social services. More >
Hilton ‘dating’ Las Vegas nightclub owner
Jun 15th
Paris Hilton is reportedly dating Las Vegas nightclub owner Cy Waits.
The 29-year-old hotel heiress flew to Sin City to be with the nightlife entrepreneur, 34, for two consecutive weekends, according to The Las Vegas Sun.
Hilton reportedly flew more than 4,000 miles from Brazil to meet up with Waits last weekend. The week before she flew to Las Vegas from Egypt.
Rima Fakih wins Miss U.S.A. Contest in Vegas
May 17th
Rima Fakih, a 24-year-old Lebanese immigrant, was crowned Miss U.S.A on Sunday evening, making her the first ever Arab-American to win the title.
The pageant was held at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. Miss Fakih competed against 50 other contestants in the swimsuit, evening gown and interview competitions.
Ms. Fakih was born in Lebanon and emigrated to the United States as a child. She grew up in New York attending a Catholic school and moved to Michigan in 2003.
