Thinking about five-diamond resorts and underwater homes

Denise Truscello

Aria’s Lumia fountain is bright enough to outshine the sun.

By April Corbin, Sarah Feldberg, John P. McDonnall, Ken Miller (contact), Kristen Peterson

Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010 | 2:10 p.m.

Drowning The newest report says four out of every five Las Vegas homeowners are underwater. So to all those who bought their homes in the 1950s, congratulations. You might turn a profit if you sell. — Ken Miller, associate editor

Cultural exchange Work by the artists of Left of Center Gallery, including paintings by Vicki Richardson, will be on display from 6-10 p.m. December 3 at D’arte Designs Pop-Up Gallery, 241 W. Charleston Blvd. — Kristen Peterson, staff writer

Making history To describe Harry Reid’s re-election campaign as “textbook” is by now cliché, but also literally true: UNLV prof David Damore is writing a chapter about the race for the forthcoming book Cases in Congressional Campaigns. — John P. McDonnall, copy editor

Eat smart The Southern Nevada Health District is now posting health inspections online. They’re searchable and free to access. Give them an A+ for assisting cautious county residents. — April Corbin, web content editor

Staycation Vegas is officially home to the most AAA Travel Five Diamond resorts and restaurants of any city in the country. Forget airport security. Pack a bag and stay in town this winter. — Sarah Feldberg, editor