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The average businessperson sends or receives 121 emails per day, the Radicati Group research firm found. That number is expected to grow to 140 by 2018. Email remains the most ubiquitous form of business communication.
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A Dam good power source
on the cover Discounts abound on groceries, clothing and goods if you know how to take advantage of deals.
There are 80,000 dams in the United States, but only 3 percent of them generate power. Last year, hydropower accounted for about 6 percent of the electricity generated in the United States. If more dams were used, much more power could be produced.
how to coupon like a pro
There’s a method to what some people see as madness among extreme couponers. Sure, it takes them hours to gather, clip and prepare coupons and shopping lists, but the payoff can be great at the register. Find out how to save hundreds or thousands of dollars a year with simple, smart couponing strategies.
teaching teens how to drive
It’s a rite of passage most teenagers dream of — getting a driver’s license. But for mom and dad, the process can be less than thrilling. The Sunday offers a checklist for teens preparing to get a learner’s permit, tips for new drivers and advice for parents about how to stay safe and sane with a child behind the wheel.
baby boomer entrepreneurs
We hear a lot about startups and tech companies founded by 20-somethings. But there’s a growing trend on the other end of the spectrum: people ages 50 and older who are starting businesses after retiring or being laid off. We introduce you to a couple of Southern Nevada’s “encore entrepreneurs.”
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New rules eyed downtown Las Vegas officials are considering new laws for the Fremont Street Experience’s many street performers.
from a desert standoff 20 Wisdom Metro Police Sgt. Tom Jenkins talks about the lessons learned last year during an armed showdown with militia supporters in Bunkerville.
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It’s easy to forget Chris Trickle is just 14 years old. He has been winning races at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway’s Bullring since he was 8.
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Expect the unexpected in Macau Once a reliable cash cow for casino companies, gambling in Macau lately has been a source of trouble.
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Sometimes, tried-and-true is the best bet Hooters takes over a failed nightclub, a real estate mogul snaps up more units, and a bigtime band considers a residency — maybe.
life Fried green tomato BLT 30 Recipe: A unique take on the traditional BLT sandwich by Yardbird Southern Table & Bar.
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You give the casinos plenty of money... Now get something back. A list of upcoming casino tournaments, promotions and giveaways.
Before putting a FOR SALE sign or posting an ad online, try our Stress-Free Used Car Purchase Program. We’ll buy every car we appraise regardless of year or make. Save time and stop bringing strangers to your home! Call our Used Car Purchase Hotline at 702-495-2137.
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UFC light heavyweight contender Anthony Johnson takes a hard kick to the ribs by opponent Daniel Cormier during UFC 187 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. (l.e. baskow/staff)
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Solar interests, NV Energy and state lawmakers compromised to allow homeowners to continue receiving bill credits for powering their homes with clean energy.
A federal appeals court refused to lift a temporary hold on President Barack Obama’s executive action that could prevent the deportation of up to 5 million undocumented immigrants.
Clark County school officials voted to start the school year two weeks earlier than usual at students’ request. The new calendar will begin in 2017.
Almost $1 million of work will begin on Douglas A. Selby Park in northeast Las Vegas to add picnic areas, a playground, drainage and solar panelcovered parking.
A UNLV robotics team will compete alongside NASA employees and MIT students in a Pentagon competition to design a robot capable of performing human tasks.
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Park repairs
robot helpers
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Number of drownings or near-drownings investigated this year by Metro Police. Three were fatal. Officials say the number is extremely high. There were just 12 neardrownings and one drowning in 2014.
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right to the inevitable In response to The Sunday’s May 10 cover story, “If you were terminally ill, would you want the right to die?”: Why is there no explicit right called “the right to die”? Because death is an inevitability, and we don’t need a right to do what is inevitable. Or do we? As we humans approach this inevitable fate, some of us want the option of “dying with dignity,” i.e., forgoing the pain, both physical and mental, that can be the result for those suffering from some incurable diseases. Now there are many in society opposed to this concept, most notably the Catholic Church and right-to-life evangelists. The most common core concept of those people is religious belief, generally revolving around what they call the sanctity of life. And that’s fine, for them. However, we live in a land based in part on the concept of religious freedom. I have the right to believe what I want, and you have the right to believe what you want. I also have the right to not believe what you do. In this country, someone else’s religious beliefs must not interfere with mine, or we all lose the freedom of religion. When religion is not imposed on others and is removed from the debate, it’s clear there is little argument left against individuals having the right to choose for themselves how they meet the inevitable. So, for me, E=MC2: Euthanasia=My Constitutional Choice. — Randall Davis, Henderson
downtown deathpunk
Hank von Helvete, a member of the Norwegian punk rock band Turbonegro, performs May 24 during the 17th annual Punk Rock Bowling and Music Festival downtown. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)
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turf war
Nearly 13 percent of Nevada’s gross domestic product is attributed to the travel industry, compared with the national average of 2.7 percent. More than 40 million visitors spent $62.2 billion here last year, a year-over-year increase of $3 billion.
Dozens of taxi drivers gathered on the Strip to protest ride-sharing company Uber, as legislation that would allow the company to operate in Nevada awaited the governor’s signature. Uber had a shortlived ride in Nevada last year before taxi companies and transportation regulators put a stop to the company’s operations.
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Number of veterans in Nevada hired by Wal-Mart since Memorial Day 2013. The chain guarantees jobs to eligible U.S. veterans honorably discharged from active duty. Wal-Mart aims to hire 250,000 veterans by 2021.
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happy where she is The field of candidates rumored to want to replace Harry Reid in the U.S. Senate narrowed when Democratic Rep. Dina Titus announced she would forgo a Senate bid in 2016 to seek re-election to her current seat. That leaves former state Attorney General Catherine Cortez-Masto, Reid’s pick, as the only Democratic candidate in the race so far.
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Hundreds of motorcyclists pass over Hoover Dam on May 24 during the annual Flags Over the Dam parade. The procession ended at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, where members of the Special Forces Association and Vietnam Vets-Legacy Vets motorcycle clubs conducted a service. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)
Number of miles traveled in one week by participants in the Gumball 3000, an international motor rally that started in Stockholm, Sweden, and ended in Las Vegas.
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The Grand Coulee Dam in Washington is the largest hydroelectric facility in the United States. About 29 percent of the country’s hydropower in 2013 was generated in Washington.
A DAM GOOD ENERGY SOURCE BY JACKIE VALLEY
1 megawatt* of hydroelectricity is enough to power
750-1,000 AVERAGE U.S. HOMES.
STAFF WRITER
STATE
Hydropower, derived from falling or running water, is the oldest renewable energy technology
HYDROPOWER PRODUCED (MEGAWATT HOURS) (Hydropower % of all energy use)
*1 megawatt = 1,000 kilowattsHOURS) TOTAL ENERGY USE (MEGAWATT
in existence and the United States’ largest source of renewable electricity. ¶ Last year, hydropower
200,000- 300,000
accounted for about 6 percent of total U.S. electricity generation and 52 percent of generation
Current number of U.S. hydropower jobs
from all renewables. ¶ But it could produce even more. Only 3 percent of the 80,000 dams
Building hydroelectric plants that could produce 60,000 megawatts of power would result in an additional
in the United States make electricity. Most were constructed for irrigation and flood control.
1.4 MILLION JOBS.
+
Source: Navigant Consulting Inc.
HOW IT WORKS Hydropower uses the water cycle — evaporation, condensation, precipitation and collection — to produce electricity, typically through a dam.
The amount of energy available in moving water is determined by flow and fall. Swiftly flowing water carries a large amount of energy, as does water descending rapidly from a high point.
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1 Water is drawn into the dam through a penstock, a chute that forces the water down to a turbine.
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When the water hits the turbine’s blades, it forces them to spin, turning a shaft connected to a generator.
The generator produces electricity that travels to a transformer, which converts it to a higher voltage suitable for the transmission grid.
The power is sent to the grid for use.
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Today, hydropower accounts for about 6 to 8 percent of electricity in the United States.
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AROUND THE UNITED STATES
IN NEVADA
Hydropower supplies nearly one-fifth of the world’s energy each year. Domestically, the federal government owns 52 percent of hydropower plants, while 48 percent are owned by private and public utilities (including the Southern Nevada Water Authority), cities and others.
Hydropower, primarily from the Hoover Dam, accounts for about 40 percent of the renewable energy produced in Nevada.
WASHINGTON (68.8%)
The Hoover Dam harnesses the energy of the Colorado River to produce about 4 billion kilowatt hours of hydroelectric power annually for Nevada, Arizona and California, enough to serve 1.3 million people. From 1939 to 1949, it was the world’s largest hydropower plant. Today, it remains one of the country’s largest. During the Great Depression, thousands of families relocated to Nevada and northern Arizona to help construct the dam. Standing 726 feet tall and 1,244 feet wide, it was completed in fall 1935.
OREGON (55.6%)
77,906,959
HAWAII (.9%)
113,321,300
90,780
NEW MEXICO (0.5%)
33,457,372 60,164,740
185,477
9,813,795
36,041,320
HOW ENERGY GENERATED AT HOOVER DAM IS ALLOCATED
NEVADA (7.4%)
COLORADO (2.4%)
THE HOOVER DAM
2,681,573 36,494,480
CALIFORNIA (12.3%)
1,258341
18.95% ARIZONA
WYOMING (1.4%)
24,541,380
28.54% METROPOLITAN WATER DIST. OF SOUTHERN CALIF.
716,600
199,997,700
23.37% NEVADA
52,295,110
53,396,300 IDAHO (57.8%)
UTAH (1.5%)
ALASKA (23%)
9,100,528
633,830
ARIZONA (5.4%)
5,950,654
1.1% ANAHEIM, CALIF.
1.6% GLENDALE, CALIF.
0.04% BANNING, CALIF.
1.4% PASADENA, CALIF.
0.09% COLTON, CALIF.
15.4% LOS ANGELES, CALIF.
0.9% RIVERSIDE, CALIF.
5.5% SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO.
0.6% VERNON, CALIF.
0.1% AZUSA, CALIF.
1.8% BOULDER CITY
1,426,193
15,741,960
42,822,570
0.6% BURBANK, CALIF.
6,203,230 MONTANA (36.1%)
9,953,300
110,126,600
27,573,220
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KEY STATE
Money made from selling power generated at Hoover Dam is used to pay for the site’s operation, maintenance and repairs. The cost of building the dam was recouped by May 1987.
HYDROPOWER PRODUCED (MEGAWATT HOURS) (Hydropower share of all energy use)
TOTAL ENERGY USE (MEGAWATT HOURS)
PROS
CONS
■ Because hydropower is fueled by water, it doesn’t pollute the air like fossil fuel plants do.
■ Droughts could affect hydropower generation.
■ Hydropower relies on the natural water cycle, so it is a renewable power source. ■ Reservoirs created for hydropower often serve as recreational hubs for fishing, swimming and boating. ■ Hydropower facilities can go from zero to maximum output quickly and provide essential backup power during major electrical outages. ■ Hydropower infrastructure helps with flood control, irrigation and water supply. ■ Hydropower projects tend to have a longer lifespan than other power generating facilities, meaning infrastructure costs are spread across a longer timeframe. Plants also typically operate for long periods of time without needing major replacements or repairs.
Sources: U.S. Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, National Hydropower Association, Electric Power Association
■ Damming water and changing flow patterns can negatively affect the environment and wildlife. ■ Hydropower plant operations may increase silting, change water temperatures and lower levels of dissolved oxygen in the water.
$ NV Energy’s HydroGenerations program encourages agriculture and tribal customers to install micro-hydro systems on their land by offering financial incentives. The program, created by the state Legislature, will remain open to applicants until Dec. 31, 2020, or until the $2.6 million program budget has been allocated.
■ Initial construction of a hydropower plant can be expensive (between $50 million and $250 million), although longterm maintenance is more reasonable.
There are several types of hydropower. The most common is conventional hydropower, typically associated with dams, which store water behind a generating facility and harnesses its power through a turbine. However, new technologies are emerging to produce energy from ocean waves, tides and naturally-flowing water.
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Check the mail regularly for coupons. Advertising circulars often include coupon inserts, and companies such as Valpak regularly send envelopes stuffed with local coupons.
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By MJ Stevens | Special to the Sunday
There are many sources for coupons, and extreme couponers use them all. The key to getting the best bargains is collecting as many coupons as possible for the items you use.
ou’ve probably seen them on television or maybe landed behind one in a checkout line: extreme couponers, armed with binders of coupons, pushing carts overflowing with groceries. ¶ To the casual couponer, extreme couponers’ methods may seem over the top. To impetuous shoppers, crazy. ¶ But extreme couponers know what they are doing. While they may spend hours clipping and prepping each week, the payoff can be great — hundreds of dollars worth of goods for a $20 bill or two. ¶ How do they do it?
Newspapers Newspapers remain the best source for coupons. n Buy or subscribe to every newspaper that includes the inserts on the days the coupons are given. Your grocery savings should far outweigh the cost. It might even be worth buying multiple subscriptions or copies. n Ask friends, family, neighbors and local businesses to give you inserts they don’t use, or trade coupons with friends. Which inserts? Smart Source, Red Plum and P&G.
375 billion grocery coupons distributed each year ... 88 percent come from circulars in the Sunday newspaper
Online Magazines Many magazines and periodic publications — including The Sunday — include valuable coupons from manufacturers and retailers. But be sure to subscribe or buy strategically, as the costs can add up. In the case of The Sunday, the decision is easy — it’s free. For other titles, order subscriptions when they go on sale, typically around the holidays, or buy from a discount website such as Groupon or Living Social. The best magazines for couponers? All You Magazine, Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day, Better Homes & Garden Magazine and Shape.
Most extreme couponers supplement newspaper coupons with online coupons. There are hundreds of websites that claim to offer free coupons, but some are more reputable and reliable than others. Which websites? Try Coupons.com, CouponNetwork.com, ValPak.com, RedPlum.com and SmartSource. com. Facebook also is a great source for coupons. For nongrocery items from retail stores, RetailMeNot.com can’t be beat.
eCoupons In stores If you are an observant shopper, you can snag extra coupons as you shop. Tearpads are coupons that hang from market shelves or displays, and blinkies are electronic coupon machines, also on grocery store shelves and displays, that automatically print coupons when one is removed. Manufacturers also sometimes include sticker coupons, known as peelies, on the fronts of products. In addition, most grocery stores give customers printed coupons, called catalinas, with receipts. The coupons typically are customized based on what you buy.
Sources: CouponMom.com, Consumer Reports
These coupons can be loaded onto a smartphone or store loyalty card. Stores increasingly are using them. Scan your phone or shopper’s card at the register, and the qualifying discounts will be deducted from your bill. Find eCoupons on company websites or via store apps.
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Automatic rebates Many stores run weekly promotions that offer a free product, cash or credit if you buy certain items. For example, buy 10 General Mills products and receive one free, or buy two boxes of diapers and receive a $5 gift card. The qualifying products usually are on sale, so this is a great way to combine offers and coupons, and save big.
If you send a nice note asking for coupons to the contact email on a company’s website, some companies will mail them to you.
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Buy a cheap black-and-white laser printer for coupons. It is an invaluable tool and can save couponers hundreds of dollars a year in ink compared with fancier printers. A solid model that can last years should cost about $100.
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Step two: Keep your coupons organized
Step three: Plan a shopping trip
There are a few basic methods for organizing coupons.
Double coupons 1 Clip every coupon. 2 Clip only the coupons you plan to use. 3 Leave the coupon inserts intact and clip as you go. This will require bringing a pair of scissors to the store.
Learn each store’s double coupon policy. Some grocery stores double or triple the face value of coupons, while others double or triple up to a certain amount. Many markets also limit the number of coupons that can be doubled. Beware: Coupon policies can vary, even among different locations of the same store chain.
Price matching No matter which method you choose, there are two primary ways to organize your coupons.
Take advantage of price matching. Many stores match sale prices advertised by competitors. Simply bring the ad showing the lower price to your preferred store and the cashier should honor the deal.
Competitor’s coupons In a file folder Buy an accordion-style file folder, and place unclipped coupon inserts into each section, categorized by date. For example, one section would include every insert printed on May 31; the next, every insert printed on June 7. If your stash gets rifled, don’t worry. Each insert lists a publication date on its spine. The upside: The benefit of the file-folder method
is you don’t have to clip each coupon, which means you won’t waste time cutting coupons you don’t use. Every week, simply drop that week’s inserts into your binder. The downside, however, is that planning your next market trip takes much longer, as you must clip and organize all of your coupons then.
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Not every retailer is created equally. When it comes to extreme couponing, choosing the right store to shop at can make a huge difference in your final bill.
Likewise, many stores accept competitor’s coupons. That can help you maximize your savings, especially if you use a competitor’s coupon at a store that doubles or triples coupons, or is running a sale.
Bill credits Find out if your grocery store credits money to your bill. Sometimes, stacking coupons can add up to savings that are greater than the price of an item. Some stores will credit you the difference, other stores won’t. Shop at stores that do.
Don’t forget about drugstores Walgreens, CVS and Rite Aid offer some of the best deals around, both on over-the-counter medications and personal-care items, as well as on food, toys, candy and other goods. Be sure to join each retailer’s loyalty program and pick up the coupon booklets they offer at the front of the store.
In a binder
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Buy a three-ring binder and fill it with plastic baseball card inserts. Each week, clip the coupons you think you may want and store them in the pockets of the plastic inserts. Organize each sleeve by category.
Some stores accept expired coupons instead of doubling coupons.
The upside: The hard work already will be done
when you are ready to go shopping. The downside is you must keep on top of your binder as you’ll have to go through it regularly to discard unused, expired coupons.
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Most couponers bring their entire stash of coupons to the store every time they shop. Some, however, transfer only the coupons they plan to use to a smaller, more manageable coupon folder or organizer. The danger in leaving some coupons at home, though, is you might find an unexpected deal and be out of luck.
When to buy
Timing your purchases can help you save money, as certain times of the year are better to buy specific items. Some sales are tied to the introduction of new models, while others are long-standing traditions, such as January white sales. Sales sometimes occur when a season is coming to an end and inventories are thin but other times take place during the height of a season when retailers hope to pull shoppers into the store with good deals so they buy other items as well. Here’s a look at the best time to buy these items:
January Bedding and linens, toys, treadmills and ellipticals, TVs, paint, men’s suits, pools and hot tubs
February Humidifiers, indoor furniture, treadmills and ellipticals, video games
TIP: March is the best time to buy frozen food because it’s Frozen Food Month. Manufacturers celebrate with big price reductions.
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You don’t have to go at this alone. There are hundreds of bloggers focused on coupon shopping, and the couponing community is quite friendly. Let them help you. Various sites post daily deals that can give you a heads up on the best buys available. Bloggers list stores that are running sales and promotions, and suggest which coupons to use to get the sweetest deals. Which sites? KrazyCouponLady.com, CouponMom.com, PassionForSavings. com and MyVegasMommy.com to get started.
Plan your trip
The key to getting the best shopping deals is combining coupons, sales and offers. That takes planning. Extreme couponers rarely, if ever, shop on the fly. To get the biggest bang for your buck and make your trip as hassle-free as possible, go to the grocery store with a game plan.
Step four: Shop at the right time Always match coupons to sales and special promotions. Don’t waste your coupon savings on items that are full price.
Know the sale cycle Stores usually follow a fairly steady calendar for markdowns. Nonseasonal items typically go on sale every eight to 12 weeks. Pay attention to the cycle to earn more savings. Also, try to time your purchases to coincide with holidays and clearance sales. Example: Snack foods, for example, are marked down in advance of the Super Bowl. You can also snag great deals on clearance candy after Valentine’s Day and stock up on heavily-discounted holiday items in January for the following year.
March Digital cameras, small consumer electronics (MP3 players, DVD and Bluray players), TVs, winter sports gear, luggage, jewelry, perfume
April Laptop computers, desktop computers, lawn mowers, spring clothing, cars, vacuum cleaners
May Athletic apparel and shoes, camping and outdoor gear, carpeting, lawn mowers, mattresses, cordless phones, refrigerators
June Carpeting, computers, indoor furniture, summer sports gear, swimwear, pots, pans, dishware, cellphones, tools
July Camcorders, home decor, ranges and stoves, bottled water
August Air conditioners, backpacks, dehumidifiers, outdoor furniture, children’s play equipment
Know when to stock up Buy in bulk when savings are 60 percent or greater. When that happens, buy at least eight weeks’ worth of a single item to last you until the next prime buying period.
September Bikes, digital cameras, grills, lawn mowers, shrubs, trees and perennials, wine, sunglasses
October Bikes, winter coats, jeans, washers and dryers, camping gear
TIP: April is the best time for thrift-store shopping. Stores typically are flush with merchandise from people spring cleaning, which translates to bargains for shoppers.
TIP If you find a killer deal but have no use for the item, consider donating it to a charity or food bank.
November Baby products, GPS navigators, toys, TVs, electronics, pajamas and slippers, sneakers, wedding dresses
December Bikes, home appliances, small consumer electronics, toys, scarves and gloves, golf clubs, air conditioners, champagne
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Step five: Use these strategies in the store TIP If an item you want is out of stock, ask for a rain check to guarantee the sale price
Stack, stack, stack Earn the biggest savings by using multiple coupons for every item you buy. Grocery stores typically don’t accept more than one manufacturer’s coupon per item, but you can stack manufacturer’s coupons on top of store coupons.
Using a manufacturer’s coupon and a store coupon at a drugstore
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Using a manufacturer’s coupon and a competitor’s store coupon at a grocery store that doubles coupons
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Many extreme couponers use a spreadsheet program to create their grocery lists. Columns and row allow you to note which coupons to use for each item, list how many of a certain product you want to buy and highlight price matches or sales. A spreadsheet also can help in the checkout line as it can help you easily confirm you bought everything you wanted and used all the coupons and deals you intended to.
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Shop small Some coupons limit savings to a specific size and variety of product — a box of Honey Nut Cheerios that’s 21.6 ounces or larger, for instance. Other coupons don’t specify size or type. For those, buy the smallest size possible, including trial sizes. A $1 coupon could make a trial-size bottle of shampoo free, and you could potentially earn money back if you stack the coupon with a sale or price match.
Let coupons dictate your menu TIP Always join stores’ loyalty programs. Card members receive extra savings and coupons.
Plan your family’s menu according to what’s on sale. That doesn’t mean you can’t supplement bargain goods with your favorite fullpriced items, but you’ll see your shopping bills drop most dramatically if you plan your meals for the week based on the sales offered.
Learn the rules Before you start checking out, ask the cashier or a manager whether the store limits the number of coupons that can be used in a single transaction. If it does, you may have to split your items into multiple transactions to be able to take advantage of all your coupons. If that’s the case and your grocery store credits overages, be sure to split your items so you are left with a positive balance to cover any overages and don’t lose out on savings.
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New rules eyed for Fremont City officials considering ‘performance zones’ to corral street entertainers downtown By Conor Shine staff writer
On a recent Friday night, dozens of street performers spread out under the lights of the Fremont Street Experience delighting tourists with a photo or bit of amusement in exchange for tips. Musicians, magicians, fake Elvises, showgirls and other costumed characters have been flocking to the pedestrian mall since it opened in 1995. For nearly as long, the city has cast a wary eye on their presence and has tried various measures to corral or outright ban the performers in the name of public safety and protecting the tourist experience. The push and pull between the performers’ rights of expression and local governments’ pursuit of regulation has led to a series of court battles that largely have protected performers on Fremont Street and the Strip. But that doesn’t mean local governments have no say in the matter. As part of a continued effort to clean up Fremont Street that already has included a ban on glass containers and restrictions on package liquor sales, Las Vegas now is turning its attention to street performers with plans for a new ordinance meant to bring more order to the Fremont Street Experience. The city has been working with casinos, street performers and the ACLU to craft new regulations to try to avoid protracted legal battles. Officials plan to introduce a formal ordinance for consideration by the City Council in the coming months. The law A series of court battles fought in Las Vegas and around the country have firmly established that street performers and buskers in public spaces are protected by the First Amendment. That means performers have a basic right to express themselves, and the government can’t discriminate against them, whether they’re posing for photos in costume or espousing political beliefs. “You can’t say you’re allowed to come down here to play a saxophone because we like jazz but you can’t play the piccolo,” said Tod Story, executive director of ACLU Nevada. “If you have to allow one, you have to allow them all.”
Chris Torres and Yvonne Armijo of Socorro, N.M., tip drummer JaRed Crawford, 17, a Las Vegas Academy senior, at the Fremont Street Experience. (steve marcus/Staff)
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We have five years experience with that ordinance. Is it working? Is it not working? If it’s not, what can be done to fix it?”
Local governments do have some control, though, and street performers must comply with existing laws regarding obscenity, nudity and noise. Governments also can impose “time, place and manner” restrictions, which can be used to limit where and how street performers operate. However, the rules must be crafted carefully to be the least restrictive means to ensure public safety and order. For instance, Las Vegas passed rules in 2011 that require street performers to remain at least 10 to 20 feet away from kiosks, ATMs, outdoor cafes and crosswalks. The rules also limit the size of tables street performers can bring to Fremont Street. On the Strip, Clark County created rules forbidding electrical generators, knives, fireworks and other potentially
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dangerous items that might be used by performers. Potential changes Despite the rules, chaos still can erupt on Fremont Street, as evidenced by stories about fights between performers and non-tipping tourists, and turf battles between performers eyeing the same spot on the mall. “We have five years experience with that ordinance,” city attorney Brad Jerbic said. “Is it working? Is it not working? If it’s not, what can be done to fix it?” The proposal being debated at city hall would flip the city’s current enforcement strategy. Instead of telling performers where they can’t be, the proposed rules would tell them where they can be by creating performance zones throughout the Fremont Street Experience.
The zones, currently imagined as 6-foot diameter circles, would be scattered and placed to avoid conflicting with high-traffic areas. Performers would sign up in advance for specific zones and would have to rotate to a new zone every hour to prevent conflicts over the spaces. “It’s not anywhere near final, but that’s what we’re discussing,” Jerbic said. “This would hopefully give everybody a right to express their speech and give everybody an equal opportunity to perform.” The city expects the rules, which are modeled after a similar strategy used in Santa Monica, will pass constitutional muster. Officials are working with the ACLU, street performers and businesses to craft a solution that can avoid a messy legal fight. Another meeting between the groups is scheduled for June, and a formal ordinance could emerge this summer. “Is there a way to make it less confusing, more uniform and easier for everyone to understand?” Story asked. “We’re all waiting to see what that’s going to look like. It comes down to: Where are these places going to be? Are they going to be in an alley somewhere? Are they going to be hidden behind a structure?”
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Wisdom from a desert standoff Sergeant who patrolled Bunkerville says the experience changed how officers work By Ana Ley staff writer
More than a year has passed since Bunkerville rancher Cliven Bundy’s pack of militia supporters faced off against authorities in the Nevada desert, but police continue to glean lessons from the confrontation. The April 12, 2014, standoff, sparked by the Bureau of Land Management’s attempt to round up Bundy’s illegally grazing cattle, pitted hundreds of heavilyarmed Bundy backers against a group of federal agents trying to gather the animals. Meanwhile, about two dozen Metro Police officials who showed up to help got caught in the middle. “We left that day with a different attitude and a different thought process,” said Metro Sgt. Tom Jenkins, who is credited by the police department for helping ease tensions between the groups. “We’d never been faced with a situation where so many people were pointing guns at us.” Jenkins shared with The Sunday the lessons he learned that day. Know with whom your dealing A 22-year veteran of the department, Jenkins thought he knew Clark County’s communities well. Jenkins, who is black, was familiar with the sovereign citizen movement of anti-government extremists, but he had a stereotyped idea of who he’d encounter that day. “In my mind, I’m thinking of white supremacists, skinheads who hate government,” Jenkins said. “Then I see one guy who’s as dark as I am. And there are women and children. When people tell you you’re dealing with sovereign citizens, you can’t assume anything.” Jenkins said he also was surprised to see so many anti-government extremists in Las Vegas’ backyard. He realized then the group’s influence had been largely underestimated. “I never even knew we had that type of element that close to Vegas,” Jenkins said. “We deal with rhetoric from sovereigns on the Strip, one or two of them. But at no point had we ever seen them en masse.”
Metro Police Sgt. Tom Jenkins was among Metro Police officials who responded last year to a face-off with armed militia supporters on rancher Cliven Bundy’s land. (Jessie Reisdorf/courtesy)
Back down when necessary Jenkins and others at Metro say the showdown was a hair trigger away from a gunfight, and officials were heavily outnumbered. To avoid tragedy, officials decided to back down and leave. “We were dealing with people who could have been set off by anything,” Jenkins said. “Nobody was going to die over cows that day.” Jenkins had never been engaged with such a large group of people pointing weapons at him and other officers. There were several factions within the group, Jenkins said, and some of them seemed eager to shoot. “We had dealt with sovereigns before, militia and constitutionalists and so forth, but not on that scale,” Jenkins said. “When they get together, the mob men-
tality kicks in. All it was going to take was a backfire and we would have had a slaughter in Mesquite.” Consider how to equip yourself Metro officials opted against wearing helmets and other protective gear because they didn’t want to provoke the group. The standoff ended peacefully, but Jenkins still isn’t sure whether going in without tactical gear was the right call. “As I was standing there, I wish I had that gear, that security,” he said. “Even today, I’m not sure which was better.” He said police may never know. “Good or bad, it worked out,” Jenkins said. “We have to ask them why they didn’t (open fire). That’ll be a question that they have to answer. We don’t know.”
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ask an attorney If I file bankruptcy, can I keep my house and car?
This week’s question was asked as a follow-up to the “Answering Your Bankruptcy Questions” article we published in February. It’s a question I hear often in my daily practice because many Nevada residents want to keep certain property in their bankruptcy. The short answer? In most cases, yes. Typically, if you file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you’re going to pay back a portion of your debt in the form of “plan payments” over the course of three to five years. As long as you make those plan payments and stay current on any payments for your house and car, you’re able to keep your property. If you’re behind on Xenophon your car or mortPeters gage payments, “catch up” payments often can be included in your Chapter 13 plan so you don’t lose your property. There’s a slightly different set of rules that apply when you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. A Chapter 7 Trustee may take away property you own that’s not exempt from collection. Fortunately for Nevadans, our state’s laws — most of which are contained in NRS 21.090 — offer pretty generous exemptions when you file bankruptcy. Specifically relating to a car, you’re allowed to keep “one vehicle if the judgment debtor’s equity does not exceed $15,000.” That means as long as your car’s equity — the difference between what you owe on the car note and what the car is worth — is less than $15,000 and you stay current on your payments, you generally can keep the
car. Additionally, you may be able to keep any vehicles that have negative equity, but check with your attorney. For houses, the rules are similar. You can keep your owner-occupied home as long as your equity in it doesn’t exceed $550,000 and you have filed the proper homestead declaration paperwork on the property. Certain time restrictions may apply. There also are several other bankruptcy exemptions that apply in Nevada for items such as guns, works of art, jewelry, farm equipment, electronics, etc. There’s even an exemption for up to $500,000 of MONEY if it’s part of a retirement account — which is why you should never tap a 401(k), pension or IRA account to pay debt before speaking with an attorney. In summary, in most cases, bankruptcy filers can keep everything they own. Your attorney’s most important job is to build a debt relief plan that works for you and protects as many of your belongings as possible. If you have a question you’d like to see answered by an attorney in a future issue, please write to questions@PandALawFirm.com.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy exemptions in Nevada Below are some of the items exempt from collection in Nevada. For a more detailed list, visit https://www.leg. state.nv.us/NRS/NRS-021.html#NRS021Sec090
One vehicle if the equity does not exceed $15,000
All money, benefits, privileges or immunities accruing or in any manner growing out of life insurance
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Necessary household goods, furnishings, electronics, clothing, yard equipment, etc., not to exceed $12,000 in value
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Casino execs: Expect the unexpected in Macau By J.D. Morris | staff writer
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acau once was a reliable cash cow for Las Vegas casino companies. But for almost a year, the Chinese gambling hub has been a source of trouble. A government-led crackdown on corruption in China has curtailed the flow of high rollers responsible for much of Macau’s financial success, analysts say, and gaming revenues there have declined for 11 straight months as a result. No one knows if and when the situation will improve. The downturn is particularly harmful to Las Vegas Sands, Wynn Resorts and MGM Resorts International, which all run big resorts in Macau. Still, all three are pressing full steam ahead with the construction of new resorts there. Each company is affected differently, and the circumstances generally are out of their control. But as the casino operators look to expand, the question remains: Will Macau return to its former glory, or is it becoming a bad bet?
THE OPERATORS Sands cotai central
LAS VEGAS SANDS
Despite its name, Sheldon Adelson’s Las Vegas Sands Corp. gets most of its revenue from China, where it controls four properties: Venetian Macao, Sands Macao, Plaza Macao and Sands Cotai Central. Last year, nearly twothirds of Las Vegas Sands’ net revenue came from Macau.
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Financial performance During the first quarter of this year, Sands’ revenue dropped 24.9 percent from the previous year to $3 billion, while earnings declined 34 percent to $511.9 million. Revenue from the company’s Chinese subsidiary dropped 34.9 percent from 2014 to $1.8 billion.
plans Sands’ big project is the $2.7 billion Parisian Macao, set to open next year on Macau’s Cotai Strip. It is expected to include about 3,000 rooms and suites and a replica of the Eiffel Tower.
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THE SITUATION Macau’s yearly gaming revenue is more than six times that of the Las Vegas Strip, and a much greater portion of it comes from baccarat. Last year, for example, revenue from VIP baccarat alone accounted for more than 60 percent of gaming revenue in Macau, according to the UNLV Center for Gaming Research. Other baccarat play was responsible for more than 30 percent of the revenue. In Las Vegas, baccarat constituted only about 23 percent of the Strip’s revenue in 2014. That means Macau is particularly vulnerable to changes in VIP play, which has been hit hard by the anti-corruption drive initiated by China’s President Xi Jinping. “Big players choose to lay low, and as the drive has continued and widened its scope, fear has spread, inducing more players to stay away, visit less often or go to other destinations where they believe they can better avoid scrutiny from mainland authorities,” a recent Forbes article explained. Nonetheless, analysts from Union Gaming Group, which closely monitors Macau gaming, wrote in a recent report that “while much of the story feels very much like doom and gloom,” analysts remain positive about the city’s outlook. Union Gaming said it believes some of the VIP play will bounce back. “Namely, we believe that there exists a large pool of VIP customers who are patiently sitting on the sidelines waiting for the all-clear message to be sounded,” analysts wrote. “Although we do not believe the anti-corruption drive will cease, we do believe that at some point, it will begin to wane, and those who feel the least at risk will return to Macau.”
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Our job is to set the right strategy so we can grow and prosper for the long term, in spite of the current challenges. … I am today as confident as I have ever been in the long-term outlook for the Macau market.” — CEO Sheldon Adelson
An attendant demonstrates play on a baccarat gaming table during the Global Gaming Expo Asia in Macau Thursday, May 23, 2013.
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WYNN RESORTS
Macau is very important to the business of Wynn Resorts. The company runs Wynn and Encore in Las Vegas, as well as Wynn Macau, which also has an Encore tower. But the revenue share is not divided equally. Macau far outpaces Las Vegas.
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Financial performance During the first quarter of this year, Wynn Resorts’ revenue dropped 27.8 percent from 2014 to $1.1 billion, and the company reported a $44.6 million loss. Net revenue from Macau operations dropped to $705.4 million from $1.13 billion during the first quarter of 2014.
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Compared with the other two companies, MGM Resorts International is much less vulnerable to fluctuations in Macau. MGM Macau brings in a lot of revenue for the company, but the company’s domestic resorts still accounted for about twice as much revenue last year. So Macau is a problem for MGM, just not to the level it is for other operators.
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plans Wynn Resorts is pressing ahead with its $4.1 billion Wynn Palace project, set to open next year on the Cotai Strip. Its amenities include a 1,700-room hotel and a “performance lake.” Steve Wynn has raised expectations for the new resort, telling analysts it will be the most stunning hotel on the planet. It is being built at the same time Wynn Resorts moves forward with plans to build a hotel-casino near Boston.
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During the first quarter of this year, MGM Resorts’ net revenue dropped 11.3 percent from 2014 to $2.3 billion, while earnings rose 65 percent to $169.9 million. In the company’s Chinese division, revenue for the quarter declined 33 percent from last year to $630.1 million.
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It is impossible for us to predict how long (the downturn) will last. We’re not in a position to answer those kinds of questions intelligently. We’re only in a position to react intelligently to what we see.”
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MGM Resorts is working on a $2.9 billion MGM Cotai project, which, like the competing projects, is expected to open next year. It is expected to include about 1,500 hotel rooms and a flashy “transformable” theater that will provide “a wide range of entertainment that will literally change before your eyes,” MGM China officials said.
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EFFECT ON LAS VEGAS Baccarat may be less important to Las Vegas than to Macau, but it’s still a significant factor in gaming revenue for the Strip and Nevada overall. It’s not that the game is wildly popular with most tourists; rather, it’s a relatively small group of high rollers at a handful of properties who play with a lot of money. “Let’s put it this way: It’s not played at every casino, and it’s not played by the masses,” said Michael Law-
ton, a senior research analyst for the state Gaming Control Board. “You’re looking at a very narrow view when you’re looking at the baccarat business.” Given baccarat’s popularity in China, then, is Las Vegas experiencing any spillover effect because of the slowdown abroad? Perhaps, but Lawton said the jury still is out. Nevada experienced six consecutive monthly declines in baccarat betting volume before it went up in March.
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The interior of Heraea, which opened at the Palms in February 2013 and closed in September. The space soon will be taken over by a Hooters. (courtesy)
Sometimes, tried-and-true is Las Vegas’ best
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otes from the VegasVille landscape, on the Strip and elsewhere. n When sports bar/nightclub Heraea opened four years ago at the Palms, the goal was to appeal to women with a sophisticated design and to men with sports played on big screens. But the concept faltered, so much so that even parties hosted by a Las Vegas swingers’ club and musicians Zowie Bowie could not keep the club afloat. Heraea opened in February 2013 and closed in September. What to do with such a star-crossed space? Call Hooters! Set to open sometime this summer, likely in July, is a Hooters restaurant just off the casino floor in the former Heraea space. The spot originally was a Garduno’s Mexican restaurant. When that popular eatery closed, a lot of locals worried the chic sports bar with a funky name would not be nearly as appetizing. They were right. Thus, the Palms is returning to the tried-and-true. Pass the wings, will ya? n Speaking of new uses for space, there is preliminary but well-educated talk
with kitchens, popular around town that MGM among short-term visitors Grand is looking into buildand business travelers. ing an entertainment venue The Crestwood Suites with 450 to 500 seats to purchase brings the numserve as a home to a resident ber of Siegel Suites properrock act. The details are ties in Nevada to 33, countdelicious, but it is too early ing the company’s growing to speak of what might be portfolio in Reno. Siegel in store. This reportedly is John has been buying up former a different venue than the Katsilometes hotel-casinos in the Biggest Beacher’s Madhouse club Little City in the World and David Copperfield Theand refurbishing them into ater, formerly Hollywood residences as the region prepares for the Theater. opening of the $5 billion Tesla Motors It might happen, or not, but we can plant in 2018. Among those holdings are always … dream on. the Virginia Hotel, El Cortez and 248 On n The Siegel Group has snapped up the River in downtown Reno. more real estate in Las Vegas: two CrestWhat will be interesting to track is the wood Suites extended-stay properties — company’s plans for Rumor, Artisan, the a 2.6-acre, 155-unit extended-stay resort Resort at Mount Charleston and the old on Las Vegas Boulevard just south of Bali Crown Plaza property on Paradise Road Hai Golf Club, and a 2.6-acre parcel with just north of the Hard Rock Hotel. Rede150 units on East Flamingo Road near velopment work on the latter property Desert Springs Medical Center. has halted, and the company has a relaStephen Siegel said he plans to tively high volume of resort properties it perform some minor improvements on has picked up over the past decade. the properties, which were built in 2001 and are said to be in good condition. The n In February 2014, the Tropicana was rooms are fully furnished and outfitted abuzz over a new show and an impending
retail project. The show was “Mamma Mia!” The mall was an outdoor promenade that would take over the hotel’s parcel on the southeast corner of the Strip and Tropicana Avenue. The idea was to snare the 100,000 pedestrians, by former CEO Alex Yeminidjian’s calculations, who walk from Excalibur to the west and MGM Grand to the north. The mall was to open this year, joining the Linq across from Caesars Palace and the Grand Bazaar Shops at Bally’s, which also hope to draw tourists off the Strip. But eager talk about those shops at Tropicana subsided about the time “Mamma Mia!” closed in July. Instead, the hotel’s new owner, Penn National, is enacting a two-phase plan over the next three to five years that will focus first on integrating the hotel’s player loyalty program with Penn’s nationwide program, Marquee Rewards. The second phase will be to fold in casino improvements, review all the restaurants and pursue that retail plan. The proposal, however, is all under evaluation, and the mall targeted to open this year likely is at least two years in the making.
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no-Crash course in teen driving By Danielle McCrea | special to the sunday
Driving instructor Cathy Dillwith’s student was flooring the gas, racing the car toward a red light at a busy intersection. He’d gotten the pedals mixed up. ¶ Dillwith floored her instructor-side brake, shouting at him, “Stop, stop, stop.” ¶ As the car reached the intersection, Dillwith grabbed the wheel and jerked it left, spinning the vehicle almost 180 degrees so it faced oncoming traffic. ¶ The incident, which ended without a crash, was the most terrifying in Dillwith’s 17-year career as a driving instructor. Learning how to drive can be scary for everyone involved. Dillwith’s job is to make it a little less so by teaching new drivers the right techniques. “Everyone who has been driving a while has bad habits and shortcuts,” Dillwith said. “The best thing is to get a student with an instructor first, before the bad habits can be formed.” Dillwith owns Professional Driving Academy, a DMV-certified school off West Flamingo Road and
South Torrey Pines Drive. It offers behind-the-wheel training, picking up students from their homes, taking them for drives, then dropping them back off. Dillwith started the school in 2003 after six years of being an instructor. She found her calling after teaching her own two children how to drive. “My son was more nervous than I was,” Dillwith said. “I realized I had enough patience to do this.” And for teachers, patience is key.
TIPS FOR NEW DRIVERS n Give Them space Don’t ride anyone’s bumper and don’t drive right next to another vehicle. Ample spacing gives you time to react if anything goes haywire. n The lines aren’t your guide Those little yellow bumps and white dashes? They aren’t there to guide you; they’re there to divide you. Don’t get stuck staring at the lines or the bumper of the car in front of you. Look 12 seconds ahead, toward the horizon and the center of the lane. It’ll help you stay centered. n Check your blind spot Mirrors don’t capture everything. Turn your head and check your blind spot before you merge or change lanes. n The car goes where you look Look where you want to go, and the car will follow. When parking, don’t focus on the white lines on the ground or the cars nearby, but rather the top center of the parking spot. n Take it easy Stay calm, start slowly and don’t move onto highway driving or parking until you’re ready.
To be certified, driving instructors must pass a driving skills test and written test. They must retake the written test every five years and complete ongoing education.
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GETTING YOUR TEEN ON THE ROAD These requirements are for drivers younger than 18 who have never had a full driver’s license. For drivers older than 18 or for new Nevada residents who have had a license in another state, requirements differ.
STEP 1: THE PERMIT Teens can get a driver’s permit at age 15 1/2 . They must have it for at least six months to be eligible for a driver’s license. Requirements:
Restrictions:
Vision test Drivers must have 20/40 vision or better in one eye. If a driver needs glasses to pass the eye test, a restriction will be put on his or her license requiring glasses or contacts to be worn while driving.
Written test The initial test costs $25; each retake costs $10. It includes 50 multiplechoice questions taken from the Nevada Driver’s Handbook covering highway signs and markings, traffic laws and safe driving practices. A score of 80 percent or higher passes.
n Teens must show proof of school attendance, signed by a school official, to receive a driver’s license. Habitual truants also can have thier permits or licenses suspended. n Permit driving must be supervised by a licensed driver who is 21 years or older, has at least one year of licensed driving experience and is sitting in the passenger’s seat.
Check off the requirements as you complete them.
TIPS FOR TEACHERS n Start at home A driver’s first lesson should take place somewhere comfortable, such as in his or her neighborhood. Speed limits in residential areas generally are slow, and the student knows the territory.
n It’s a marathon, not a sprint Don’t rush the lessons. Start with neighborhood drives, move to low-speed-limit streets — preferably under 35 miles per hour — then graduate to higher speed limits, busier intersections, lane changes and highways.
n Parking? Not so fast Parking should be the final lesson in a student’s driving education. It’s one of the toughest skills to master. Pro tip: Draw diagrams. Hook turns can be elusive.
n Splurge on a professional Long-time drivers carry bad habits — rolling through stop signs, not checking blind spots and forgetting to scan for pedestrians. Professional teachers guide your student the right way, and the cost could be offset by insurance deductions. Prices vary, but lessons generally cost $60-plus an hour.
STEP 2: THE LICENSE Nevadans can get a driver’s license at age 16. Requirements: Driver’s ed Teens must complete an online or classroom course from a DMV-licensed school. If a classroom course isn’t offered within a 30-mile radius of the student’s home and the student doesn’t want to complete an online course, he or she can substitute the education requirement with an additional 50 hours of behindthe-wheel experience. Behind-the-wheel experience Young drivers must log 50 hours of behindthe-wheel experience under the supervision of a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, has been licensed for at least one year and is seated in the passenger’s seat. Ten of those hours must be after dark. On-the-road test A skills test must be scheduled online or by phone at 702-486-4368. Applicants should bring a parent or guardian, instruction permit, driving log, proof of identity, and vehicle with registration and insurance. The fee is $22.25.
Restrictions Visit how it works dmvnv.com/ Driver’s education can be completed dlschoolsprd.htm online, in a classroom at a DMVfor a list of DMVlicensed driving school or at a public certified driving or private high school. Courses are 30 schools. hours, but some professional driving schools offer 15/5 courses: 15 hours of classroom education plus five hours of drive time. Every hour in a vehicle with an instructor counts for three.
No crashes or violations Any at-fault crash or moving violation that occurred in the six months before applying for a license means no license.
No substance abuse Drug or alcohol convictions in the six months before applying also bar applicants.
n For the first six months after being licensed, young drivers can’t drive anyone younger than 18 unless those passengers are immediate relatives. n No driving is allowed between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless the teen is travelling to or from approved events such as work or school.
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Keeping the body in motion Joint replacement surgery has become an essential procedure for aging bodies on the move
Our bodies are built to carry us through the many stages of our lives, but as the average lifespan continues to increase and our lifestyles become more complicated, many of us will end up needing a little extra support. Joint replacement surgery is an inpatient procedure that drastically changes the quality of life for nearly 1 million people in the United States every year. ¶ “Hip replacement surgery continues to have the No. 1 satisfaction rating of all elecProsthetic hip joint tive surgeries,” said Dr. Xin Liu, an orthopedic surgeon at Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center. ¶ Joint replacement surgeries are performed most often on elderly patients, but many younger people are candidates as well. Who might need A joint replaceD?
Anyone with arthritis could be eligible for a joint replacement. While many people think of arthritis only in terms of rheumatoid arthritis — an autoimmune disorder — arthritis describes any inflammation of one or more joints, and comes in many different forms. “As we age, everyone will get some degree of arthritis,” Liu said. “It could present in an 80-year-old woman who hardly has any symptoms, or it could present in a 50-year-old man who needs a full hip replacement. It just depends on the person. Past medical history, genetic composition, even just basic anatomy — there are many factors.” Injury, or even some rare diseases, also could lead to arthritis. “Regardless of the onset, once the cartilage in the joint breaks down, it’s arthritis,” Liu said. “That’s when the joint replacement is necessary, because otherwise, the patient just has bone grinding on bone.”
What is joint replacement? Joint replacement occurs when a patient’s troubled joint is surgically replaced with a prosthetic joint. Depending on the patient, the surgeon could replace the entire joint or only a section of it. Prosthetic joints typically are made from titanium and often are coated in ceramic, which replicates bone. The man-made “bone” is situated on plastic disks, which replicate joint cartilage. “Hip and knee replacements are definitely the most common, followed by shoulder replacements, but we can replace any joint,” Liu said. Options include ankles, elbows and even fingers.
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How to keep joints healthy and prevent joint replacement The two most important things people can do to maintain healthy joints is keep their weight low and maintain an exercise routine. “The more weight you carry, the faster the cartilage in the joint breaks down,” Liu said. A moderate, but regular, exercise routine is key because it helps keep cartilage strong and inspires good blood flow, which is necessary for bone health.
Is joint replacement the last resort? Many times, yes. While a joint replacement is a fairly standard, inpatient procedure, it’s still surgery. Complications are very rare, but the surgery comes with substantial downtime. “All patients will be able to walk the day after a hip or knee replacement, but they will need crutches or a walker for a few weeks,” Liu said. “Getting back to work after a knee replacement could take six weeks to three months. The hip is usually a little bit faster.” For people who suffer from joint pain, anti-inflammatories are the first line of treatment. Steroid injections also may help, and physical therapy could make a huge difference. It’s only when those options have been exhausted and someone remains in constant pain and/ or is unable to move the joint well that he or she would be considered for replacement surgery. New joints last only 10 to 15 years, so younger patients may have to have more than more replacement in their lifetime.
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How to ensure ongoing success after surgery After joint replacement surgery, physical therapy is extremely important. While the body likely will adapt easily to the prosthetic joint, patients will need to redevelop muscle mass surrounding the joint.
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Fried green tomato BLT recipe provided by Yardbird Southern Table & Bar at the Venetian
This isn’t your typical BLT. Executive Chef Todd Harrington puts a modern spin on the classic by ditching the bread and adding cheese. It’s one of Yardbird’s signature Southern dishes and will be featured June 5 at the Carnival of Cuisine, a tasting party at the Palazzo. ingredients
Directions
for the sandwiches
6 oz slab bacon, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
6 tsp sweet tomato sauce (packaged or homemade)
for the Pimento cheese spread
for the Breading
for the Frisee salad
8 oz cream cheese
1 /2 cup flour, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste
6 oz yellow frisee lettuce (or another sturdy lettuce)
6 pieces sliced green tomatoes
/2 cup canola oil 1
2 oz diced roasted red pepper or drained pimentos
4 oz shredded cheddar cheese
/2 tbsp garlic powder
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1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. 2. Prepare the tomatoes: Mix the flour, salt and pepper, and place in a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk the two eggs. Pour the panko bread crumbs on a shallow plate. Coat the tomatoes in the flour mixture, one at a time, making sure to knock off any extra flour, dip the tomato into the eggs, then into the panko. Be sure to coat the tomatoes evenly, then set them aside. 3. Sear, then cook — like you would a steak — the thick slices of bacon to render out most of the fat. 4. Mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, roasted red peppers and garlic powder in a bowl and set aside.
2 eggs
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 tbs chopped chives
5. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s to temperature, add the tomatoes and fry them until they are golden brown. Once cooked, remove them and drain them on a paper towel. Season to taste with salt. 6. Mix the frisee lettuce, chopped chives and lemon vinaigrette in a bowl and set aside.
2 tbs lemon vinaigrette (packaged or homemade)
7. To plate, dollop a bit of tomato sauce onto a plate and place a fried green tomato on top. Top with 1 ounce of the pimento cheese mixture, 1 slice of bacon, another dollop of tomato sauce and 1 ounce of the frisee salad.
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The Animal Foundation and the Nevada Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals are shelters dedicated to finding homes for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles and more. Each week, we feature a selection of animals available for adoption.
Spot (837074)
Gabby (841985)
Moses
Tabitha
Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Terrier mix Description: Spot is a bit shy, but once he learns he can trust you, he warms up and enjoys lapping up all the attention he can get. Spot would prefer a quieter home. Adoption Fee: $155
Age: 4-year-old spayed female Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Gabby weighs nearly 13 pounds, which means there’s a lot of her to love! She would benefit from a family committed to getting her in shape. She loves cat toys. Adoption Fee: $80
Age: 8-year-old neutered male Breed: Yellow Labrador retriever mix with German shepherd Description: Moses is very large (115 pounds), is house-trained and cratetrained, and is compatible with other friendly dogs. Adoption Fee: $50
Age: 2-year-old spayed female Breed: Florida white Description: Tabitha adores ear rubs, exploring new rooms and eating her daily salad of fresh veggies and greens. Meet this spunky sweetheart in the Lovebugs Room. Adoption Fee: $25
Domino (A824335)
Doc (A812145)
Pompeii
Antoine
Age: 3-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic longhair Description: Mellow and quiet, Domino is a sweet, cuddly cat who enjoys being held. If you have attention and affection to spare, Domino wants to meet you. Adoption Fee: $80
Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Pit bull terrier Description: Don’t let Doc’s steel grey exterior fool you. He is a friendly, relaxed guy just waiting to treat a new family to lots of love and affection. Adoption Fee: $105
Age: 3-month-old neutered male Breed: Tiger tabby Description: Pompeii is an adorable baby boy with a robust spirit. Since his rescue as a motherless newborn, he has been lovingly raised and socialized in a foster home. Adoption Fee: $70
Age: 1-year-old neutered male Breed: Miniature pinscher Description: Antoine is a pensive dog, regal in manner and appearance. He is inquisitive and likes to understand the people and dogs around him. Adoption Fee: $75
Zapp (840742)
Sammy (835400)
Uno
Calliope
Age: 2-year-old male Breed: Guinea pig Description: Let this little guy Zapp his way into your heart! Guinea pigs communicate with squeaks, squeals and purrs, and they can make great pets for older children. Adoption Fee: $10
Age: 8-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Sammy is looking for a quiet, loving family to lavish him with attention. Sammy is a bit shy, but once he knows he can trust you, he is a warm, cuddly companion. Adoption Fee: $80
Age: 1-year-old neutered male Breed: Chi-weenie Description: When you tell Uno it’s time for treats, his whole body wiggles with joy, and he throws his front legs above his head in an enthusiastic hallelujah! Adoption Fee: $50
Age: 5-year-old spayed female Breed: Lynx point Siamese Description: Calliope is polite and unassuming, grateful for any human kindness she receives. She likes other cats and is best suited for a gentle home environment. Adoption Fee: $20
Animal foundation 702-384-3333 x131 | animalfoundation.com/adopt Animals are assigned a color next to their names indicating location: 655 N. Mojave Road, Las Vegas 286 W. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson
Nevada SPCA 4800 W. Dewey Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-873-SPCA | www.nevadaspca.org
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Chris Trickle, 14, or Little Chris as he is known to family, needed only three races to earn his first victory in the NASCAR Whelen AllAmerican Series’ Super Late Models division in 2014. (CHRISTOPHER DEVARGAS/STAFF)
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RACING IN LAS VEGAS
YOUNG DRIVER FROM TRICKLE RACING FAMILY MOVING UP THROUGH THE RANKS
Big-time racing in Southern Nevada didn’t begin in 1996 with the opening of the 1.5-mile asphalt track at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The nation’s top racing series have been coming to Las Vegas — and attracting big names — since the 1950s. Here’s a look at the area’s racing venues, past and present:
BY BRIAN DEKA
The quarter-mile paved oval on the southeast corner of Craig Road and Fifth Street was open from 1965 to 1982 and hosted K&N series races from 1970 to 1979. Roger Mears, Mark Martin, Ray Elder and Rodger Ward raced there.
STAFF WRITER
Chris Trickle already acts like a NASCAR driver, signing autographs and chatting with fans at the track. He makes sure to thank his sponsors like a pro, too, rattling off their names before a recent race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. It’s easy to forget Chris is only 14 — especially when he’s winning races, which he has done at the Bullring since he was 8. Now, he’s beating even the grown-ups. Chris, known to his family as Little Chris, made the leap to the NASCAR Whelen AllAmerican Series’ Super Late Models division in 2014 and needed only three races to earn his first victory. “That night, I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life,” he said. The family name should be familiar to racing fans. Chris’ uncle was Midwest short-track legend Dick Trickle, who is thought to have won more than 1,200 feature races and was the 1989 rookie of the year in NASCAR’s top series — at age 48. Chris’ adoptive father and Dick Trickle’s brother, Chuck Trickle, had a son, also named Chris, who was a star in Southwest racing. He was moving up to NASCAR’s truck series when he was shot in 1997 while driving on Blue Diamond Road near the Silverton. He died a year later at age 24; the shooter never was found. Today, Little Chris drives the No. 70 Star Nursery car, just like Big Chris did years ago. Some of the drivers Little Chris competes against in the Whelen All-American Series are in their 50s. The series has a minimum age of 14. Chris said the other drivers don’t treat him differently. “When I came out here, I was like, ‘OK, I’m a rookie. They’re probably going to rough me up,’” he said. “But no, actually, I drove clean with them and they drove clean with me. They respect me, and I respect them.” Chris worked his way up by racing go-karts, bandolero cars, legend cars and quarter midg-
ets. He won about 100 of his first 400 races, Chuck estimates. Chris said he was scared when he first got into a go-kart at age 5, but it didn’t take him long to change his mind. “After I had my first race, that’s all I wanted to do,” he said. “I just wanted to stay in the car. When my dad pulled me off the track, I stayed in the car.” Chris also learned plenty about racing from Dick Trickle, who died in 2013. “What did Uncle Dick tell you?” Chuck asked. “Keep my nose clean,” Chris said. But Chris said his father, who also has raced, is his mentor because he constantly teaches him new things about racing. “My first race, I used all my brakes, so I had to slow down getting in (the corners) and getting off,” Chris said, meaning he was wearing down the car’s break pads and had to learn to slow down and speed up using the accelerator pedal. “I didn’t know that until he taught me.” Chris enjoys watching NASCAR races but doesn’t try to learn from them. He learns by watching videos of himself on the track. “I don’t watch all my races,” he said. “I just watch when I won because that’s when I was quick. That’s the line I need to run.” Although he’s focusing on driving his super late model, which has a two-speed transmission and about 450 to 500 horsepower, Chris is eyeing the national ARCA Racing Series or the regional K&N Pro Series West as his next stop. After that, he hopes to race in NASCAR’s Camping World Truck Series, which has a minimum age of 16. He doesn’t hesitate when asked where he thinks he’ll be in five years: “I see myself at the top of NASCAR. The very top. … I dream about it. I want to live it.” Chuck Trickle knows it will take time before his son runs with the big boys of stock car racing’s elite level. “Right now, we’re crawling,” he said. “It’s a good start. Now, we gotta walk.” Chris adds: “Then, we gotta run.”
LAS VEGAS PARK SPEEDWAY The 1-mile dirt track opened in 1953 as a horse-racing facility, and three major races were staged there from 1954 to 1959: a race in NASCAR’s top series, known then as the Grand National division; a Champ Car race; and a United States Auto Club Stock Car race. The land now is the site of the Westgate resort, the Las Vegas Convention Center and part of the Las Vegas Country Club.
CRAIG ROAD SPEEDWAY
STARDUST INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY The Stardust resort built the 13-turn, 3-mile road course and a quarter-mile drag strip in 1965 to attract high rollers. In a 1968 USAC Champ Car race, Bobby Unser outdueled Mario Andretti for the win; Al Unser and A.J. Foyt were unable to finish. In the early 1970s, the land was sold to developers and became the site of the Spring Valley community.
CAESARS PALACE The 14-turn, 2.268-mile road course in the parking lot north of the hotel was the site of Formula One races in 1981 and 1982. The track was reconfigured into a flat, 1.125-mile distorted oval and hosted CART and NASCAR K&N Pro Series West races in 1983 and 1984. Indianapolis 500 winners Tom Sneva and Andretti won races at the track.
LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY The complex off Las Vegas Boulevard near Nellis Air Force Base includes the tri-oval superspeedway, the 3/8-mile Bullring oval, a half-mile clay dirt track and a quarter-mile asphalt dragstrip. NASCAR’s three top series, as well as other stock-car and openwheel series, have raced at the superspeedway. Race winners include series champions Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, Tony Stewart, Kevin Harvick and Brad Keselowski; and Las Vegas natives Kyle Busch and Brendan Gaughan.
LAS VEGAS STREET CIRCUIT Will Power won a CART race through the streets of downtown Las Vegas in 2007. The Vegas Grand Prix was canceled after the dissolution of the Champ Car World Series in 2008.
DRAG RACING From street races on Vegas Valley Drive in the 1950s to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway dragstrip today, drag racing has been a staple of Las Vegas’ auto culture. The valley’s first true dragstrip was Thunderbird Raceway, which opened in 1958 on the site of a former World War II auxiliary runway in Henderson. Later, drag races were contested at the Stardust International Raceway before the the Las Vegas Speedrome was built in the 1970s on the current Las Vegas Motor Speedway site.
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CASINO PROMOTIONS PALMS
$40,000 Jammin’ June Drawings Date: Fridays through June 26 Time: 7 p.m. Information: Earn drawing tickets with slot play. Earn 2x entries from 4-6:30 p.m. Earn 5x entries from 8 p.m.-midnight. Ten winners will be selected to win up to $3,000 in cash. Activate at least 10 drawing tickets and receive $10 in slot play the following Saturday. Play For Prizes – Free Play Date: June 1-12, June 29-July 3 Information: Points earned Monday through Friday may be combined and redeemed for up to $190 in free play per day. Play For Prizes – High Tech Date: June 15-26 Information: Points earned Monday through Friday may be combined and redeemed for gift cards to Fry’s and the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. Gift days Date: June 7, 13, 28 Time: 12:01 a.m.-6:59 p.m. Information: Earn 100 points on slots or 500 points on video poker to receive a gift. Get a paint brush set June 7, a roadside triangle set June 13 and a hair clipper set June 28.
ALIANTE
$46,000 Mustang giveaway Date: June 7 Time: 7:15 p.m. Information: The top 10 drawing entry earners from the Route 66 Road Trip game will receive an automatic spot in the Mustang drawing and $250 in slot play. Fifteen additional names will be drawn. You must activate drawing entries from 3-7 p.m. on the day of the drawing. The winner will receive a 2015 Mustang GT. Summertime Grillin’ giveaway Date: Fridays through June 19 Time: 7:45 p.m. Information: Earn entries by playing table games. Ten winners will be chosen; the top prize is $500 in chips. On June 19, the top prize will include a barbecue and a $150 gift card to Smith’s. Hot Summer Fun Pull Tabs Date: Fridays and Saturdays in June Information: Earn 250 points to receive a card. Come in both days and earn a pull tab to come back Sunday for a bonus offer. Win up to $10,000. Receive pull tab vouchers at kiosks, then turn them in at the Players Club to receive a pull tab.
50+ Play Day kiosk game Date: Mondays in June Information: Earn 50 points to spin the wheel to win up to $500 in slot play. 50+ $2,500 Senior Slot tournament Date: June 8 Information: Play in a three-minute slot session from noon-4 p.m. The top places and 20 random places will share $2,500 in slot play. June point multipliers Date: Wednesdays Information: Earn 5x points on video poker and 10x points on reels. Burst June multiplier Date: June 21 Information: Earn 6x points on video poker and 12x points on reels. $25,000 Hot Summer Nights drawings Date: June 27 Time: 7:15 p.m. Information: Earn entries from June 8-27. The top 10 drawing entry earners will receive a spot in the final drawing and $250 in slot play. Ten additional names will be drawn. First place wins $7,500 in free slot play. $12,500 mobile hot seat Date: Tuesdays Information: Players must accept the hot seat offer from the mobile app to qualify. Every hour from noon-5 p.m., five people will win $50 in slot play. At 6 p.m., 10 people will win $100 in slot play. Winners will be announced over the intercom and must swipe at a kiosk to redeem their prize. Father’s Day giveaway Date: June 18 Information: Earn 250 points to receive a beer mug set. Father’s Day dauber giveaway Date: June 21 Information: Free dauber giveaway during all bingo sessions.
SILVERTON
Senior Mondays Time: Drawings at 2, 4 and 6 p.m. Information: Random names will be drawn for a chance to win cash and free play. Players 50 and older also will receive dining discounts. Earn and win — buffet Date: Thursdays Time: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Information: Earn 100 points to receive a free lunch or dinner at Seasons Buffet.
Father’s Day Bass Pro Shops gift card giveaway Date: June 21 Information: There are three ways to win Bass Pro Shops gift cards. Guests who earn 10,000 points will receive a $100 gift card; 20 winners will receive a $25 Bass Pro Shops gift card during random hot seat drawings, and 25 winners will receive a $100 Bass Pro Shops gift card at a 7 p.m. drawing for which entries can be acquired for 250 points. Silverton sweepstakes Date: June 6, 13, 20 and 27 Information: Win up to $10,000. The June 6, 13 and 20 drawings will be at 8 p.m. Ten winners will have a chance to win up to $5,000. The grand finale will be 5 p.m. June 27 with a $5,000 prize and at 8 p.m. with a $10,000 prize. Free drawing entries are available to loyalty card members daily; additional entries are 300 points each. Diamond card members receive 10 free entries, platinum card members receive seven free entries, and gold card members receive five free entries daily. Each Friday, Silverton Rewards Club members will receive double drawing entries. Point multipliers Date: Wednesdays Information: Earn 6x points on reels and 2x points on video poker. $10,000 Reel & Win Slot Tournaments Date: Tuesdays Time: 11 a.m. Information: The top 30 players will qualify for cash and slot play. The first-place player will win $1,000.
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Bonus USpin We Owe You Date: May 31 Information: Players who make a $50 or more advance-deposit wager can win up to $1,000 in slot play. $200,000 Mini Cooper Mayhem drawing Date: Sundays Time: 7 p.m. Information: Players must earn 25 slot or video points or have an average bet of $15 for one hour on a table game to receive one drawing entry. Guests who sign up for a loyalty card will receive 50 entries for that week. Double entries can be earned every Friday and Saturday. Ten winners will be selected during each drawing and can choose one of 25 keys, each with a hidden amount and one with a Mini Cooper.
BOYD GAMING
Young at Heart Date: Wednesdays Information: Loyalty card members can earn up to 50x points and receive dining and other discounts at the Orleans, Suncoast, Gold Coast and Sam’s Town.
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Win Derek’s Hellcat Date: Through Aug. 29 Information: Earn tickets for monthly drawings that culminate with a chance to win a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.
STATION CASINOS
Month of Honor Date: May Locations: All Station properties, Fiesta Henderson and Fiesta Rancho Information: Special purchases and gaming promotions will raise money for Las Vegas military personnel and families served by Veterans Village. All Station-owned restaurants and some tenant eateries will offer a “round-up” option on meals so diners can donate. Budweiser will donate up to $15,000 through Station bars that sell Budweiser bottles. The spas at Red Rock Resort and Green Valley Ranch Resort will donate 5 percent of all sales of 50-minute hot stone massages. Also, a percentage of the proceeds from themed gift card sales will go to the initiative. A portion of the proceeds from poker, blackjack, sports book bets, slot machines and bingo will be donated, and guests may donate their winnings at any kiosk. MyGeneration Wednesdays Date: Ongoing Locations: All Station properties, Fiesta Henderson and Fiesta Rancho Information: For loyalty card holders age 50 and older. 10x points on slots and 6x points on video poker; discounts on dining, movies and bowling; slot tournaments 10 a.m.-7 p.m., with a top prize of $1,000. First entry is free; receive up to four additional entries by earning 50 additional base points for each. $2 million American Pride giveaway Date: May 31 Locations: All Station properties, Fiesta Henderson and Fiesta Rancho Information: Win cash, slot play, points, dining credits and more by playing a kiosk game. Great American Moments cash drawing
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Date: May 31 Time: 6:15 p.m. Locations: All Station properties, Fiesta Henderson and Fiesta Rancho Information: Win up to $10,000. Earn 5x drawing entries on Wednesdays. $250,000 Spring scratch card giveaway Date: May 31 Locations: Fiesta Henderson and Fiesta Rancho Information: Check your mail or earn 300 base points to receive a scratch card. Loyalty card members who receive a scratch card in the mail will not be eligible to earn additional scratch cards. Card must remain unscratched until the designated time and place.
SOUTH POINT
50+ weekly slot tournament Date: Thursdays Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: Open to Club Card members age 50 and older. First entry is free with a swipe at a club kiosk; collect a second by earning 250 points and a third by earning 500 points. Top prize is $1,500; the total prize pool is $5,200. Live money Spring Fling handicapping contest Date: Select Fridays through June Information: A $150 buy-in allows players to wager on five horse races in win, place and exacta formats. The contest features a $100 bankroll and a $20 minimum bet per race. Bettors can win cash prizes or one paid seat to the Breeders’ Cup Betting Challenge qualifier, worth $1,500.
PLAZA
Spin to Win Date: Daily Time: 8:15 p.m. Information: Win up to $1,000. 50-plus slot tournament Date: Wednesdays Time: 10 a.m. Information: Best combined score from two sessions wins $1,000. $200,000 Super Bingo Date: June 7-9 Information: Registration starts at $150.
DOWNTOWN GRAND
Grand Thursdays Date: Thursdays Information: Loyalty card members 50 and older receive point multipliers, dining and gaming discounts, and entry into slot tournaments. Get a Grand from the Grand Date: Through Dec. 31 Information: For new loyalty card members. Earn up to $1,000 back for
play on all reel and video reel games. Requires a minimum loss of $50. The rebate will be split over three redemption periods to total 100 percent of the player’s loss.
STRATOSPHERE
Camaro Point Challenge Date: Through July 15 Information: The top three loyalty card users who collect Camaro points will win cash. The top 50 winners will earn entry into a slot tournament. Camaro slot tournament Date: Aug. 13-15 Information: The top 20 point earners can play for a share of $25,000 in prizes. The grand prize is a Camaro signed by NASCAR’s Earnhardt family.
ELDORADO
Gift day Date: May 31 Information: Earn 200 base points on your loyalty card and receive a gift.
WILDFIRE
MyGeneration Mondays Date: Ongoing Information: For players 50 and older. Earn 6x points on slot machines and video poker, receive discounts on bowling and dining, and win up to $250 in free slot play.
Westgate
Rockin’ 777 slot tournament Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Time: 4-8 p.m. Information: Free for loyalty club members. The top five winners will receive $100 in free slot play.
Rampart Casino
50-plus party Date: Tuesdays Information: Loyalty card players 50 and older can earn $100 in free slot play on all video reel machine jackpots more than $1,200, a complimentary kiosk swipe for earning 50 points, a second kiosk swipe for earning 500 points, a bingo coupon for a free small electronic unit rainbow pack (minimum buy-in required), a $5 lunch buffet and a free round in a slot tournament from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Summerlin and Elite players may receive an additional round. The best score will be used in the tournament, with 12 winners selected each week. The top prize is $1,000. A $15 free slot play bonus will be given to everyone who wins a round. Pirate’s Treasure progressive drawings
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Date: Last Wednesday of the month Time: 6:15 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. Information: Ten winners will be chosen at each drawing. The progressive jackpot increases every month it doesn’t hit.
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Time: 8:15 p.m. Information: Earn one drawing ticket for every 500 base points. Total of $9,000 in prizes each week. Prize amount increases each day.
$6,500 Galleons of Gold mid-month drawing Date: Second Wednesday of the month Information: Players who earn 2,000 base points during the previous calendar month can participate in the following month’s drawing. Ten winners will be chosen.
HOOTERS
Club Fortune
Top of the Hill slot tournament Date: Tuesdays and Wednesdays Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: Win cash prizes.
MAX CASINO AT THE WESTIN
Happy Hour specials Date: Daily Time: 6-8 p.m. Information: $3 craps and 25-cent roulette will be offered at select tables.
EL CORTEZ
Spin ’n’ Win Date: Ongoing Information: Earn 100 slot points in one day for a chance to spin a virtual prize wheel. Sizzle, Smoke & Sub Date: Ongoing Information: Earn 1,500 points in one a day and receive your choice of a free pack of cigarettes, a free Jackie Burger Special or a $5 Subway voucher.
GOLDEN NUGGET
New player rewards Date: Ongoing Information: Sign up for a players card and spin to win up to $1,000 in free play.
BINION’S
Mother Lode swipe and win Date: Ongoing Information: Club members can win up to $2,500 daily. Earn points for chances to swipe the prize machine, with a maximum of three swipes daily. Earn five points for a chance to win $50, 40 points for a chance to win $100 and 300 points for a chance to win $2,500.
ARIZONA CHARLIE’S (Boulder, Decatur locations)
Cash or carryover giveaway Date: Through June 5; drawings
5x points Date: May 31 Information: Club members earn 5x points on select slot machines.
JERRY’S NUGGET Up to 5x points Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 4 a.m.-11:59 p.m. Information: Rewards members who swipe their cards at a kiosk receive 3x points, 4x points or 5x points on slot and video poker games.
VENETIAN AND PALAZZO Progressive poker variant Date: Ongoing Information: Caribbean stud, Ultimate Texas Hold’em and three-card poker players can make optional $5 side bets for a chance to win a progressive jackpot.
TREASURE ISLAND New player rewards Date: Ongoing Information: Sign up for a players card and earn rewards starting at 50 points. New members who earn 100 points can win $20 to $100 in slot play. Continue playing to earn a slot card keeper; a T-shirt; more slot play; a meal for two at the buffet, Gilley’s or Phil’s Italian Steakhouse; tickets to “Mystere” or a free room. All points earned during the first seven days from initial sign-up are counted.
Silver sevens Nifty 50 slot tournament Date: Wednesdays Time: 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m. Information: First prize is $1,000. Earn entries with play. Point multipliers Date: Thursdays and Saturdays Information: On Thursdays, earn 3x points on video poker and 7x points on reels. On Saturdays, earn 4x points on video poker and 10x points on reels.
CAESARS PALACE Fuel rewards Date: Ongoing Information: Link a Total Rewards card to a Shell credit card and save up to 50 cents per gallon of gas.
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Our suggestion for the best summer trips imaginable
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ith Memorial Day behind us and summer break beginning, conversations for many turn to trips filled with adventure to destinations both comfortable and unknown. The best trips of all, however — the most exciting, most important and most affordable — can be enjoyed by any and all of us because they occur in our own homes. We’re talking about reading and how to encourage children to read, whether quietly alone or along with you as you read aloud. Sitting down with a book is the launching pad for young minds to dive deep into their imaginations, explore the world and develop the single most important skill in shaping a successful life: literacy. With literacy, everything else can be unlocked. Study after study has reached the same conclusion: Sitting with children at an early age, even before they can walk, and reading a book, even
as they squirm in your lap, can build the template for a reading-rich lifestyle brimming with future rewards — academically, socially and in the workplace. That doesn’t even take into account the precious bonding between a parent and child as they spend time together. And finding the right books to read has never been easier, starting with suggestions from the Las VegasClark County Library District, the North Las Vegas Library District and Henderson Libraries — traditional treasure-troves of books. You also can explore best-selling children’s books at Amazon.com or Barnes and Noble, or peruse lists of books that have won the American Library Association’s prestigious Newbery, Caldecott, Printz and Coretta Scott King book awards. Getting your hands on books also couldn’t be easier. Borrow them from the library, buy them online or at local stores, download them to your tablet or search for them at garage sales. There simply is no excuse to not have age-appropriate books at home.
For preschool children, bedtime is perfect for reading — a way to calm them and make them the full focus of your loving attention. It may require some patience as sometimes they ask for the same book to be read night after night, but that’s not unusual and simply reflects the importance that reading can have for them. Embrace it. “There are so many excellent books that parents and children can read together,” said Shana Harrington, an expert on youth books at the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District. “Even before they’re actually reading, they’re learning phonics, sounds, word order and story progression, which will prepare them for school.” The county library’s summer reading programs, which start June 1, include “reading pals” in which children from kindergarten through eighth grade read books with help from mentors — high school student volunteers. Similarly, consider inviting a child to read a book aloud with you, alternating pages or chapters, said Wendy
Roselinsky, director of literacy and language at the Clark County School District. “Reading doesn’t need to be an isolated event,” she said. Roselinsky pointed out that while the likes of “The Cat in the Hat,” “The Ugly Duckling,” “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” and “The Swiss Family Robinson” may be among the go-to standards in reading, children should be encouraged to read anything and everything — the backs of cereal boxes, recipes while helping you bake, instruction sheets while assembling Legos. “Informational” reading is considered so important, the school district says it should account for half of all reading by fifth grade. It, too, can start at an early stage, with engaging picture books about airports, fire trucks and the like. It’s our wish that your family has a wonderful and safe summer, and that for your children’s enjoyment and development, books be an important part of your family life.
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10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free with a $2 annual membership, Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, 702-229-1702.
Libertarian Political Expo: LPEX was created to connect people, organizations, technology and ideas. Meet leaders from across the country and learn how to get involved in politics. 10:30 a.m., $249, Tropicana, 3801 Las Vegas Blvd. South, lpex.org.
Rainbow Company Youth Theatre: Members of the theater ensemble will perform “Writes of Passage,” local students’ views on growing up in Las Vegas. 5-7 p.m., free, Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza, Lorenzi Park, 720 Twin Lakes Drive, 702-229-6553.
“Annie”: A new production of the beloved story about an orphan girl and her dog, directed by original lyricist Martin Charnin. 2 p.m., $34-$129, the Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., thesmithcenter.com.
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June 1 kicks off Negroni Week — seven days dedicated to charitable drinking — during which participating bars will donate a portion of Negroni proceeds to the organization of their choice. The Italian aperitif is rich, botanical and exceptionally boozy, making it perfect for early summer evenings and late summer nights. Try the different interpretations available during Negroni Week, then get further into the spirit by mixing up your own versions at home.
Savvy Senior Scam Prevention Series: A representative from the Better Business Bureau will explain how to spot con artists and fake travel companies, what legal recourse you can seek for domestic and international travel problems, and what steps you can take to help prevent fraud from happening to you. 11 a.m., free, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3459. Folias Flute and Guitar Duo: Carmen Maret and Andrew Bergeron perform original songs that highlight their classical music training and love of tango. 1 p.m., free, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3459. Safe Summer Nights: Enjoy music, children’s games, face painting, refreshments and more while learning about community resources, including summer camps, health services, community safety programs, money management programs and adult education. 5:30-7:30 p.m., free, Matt Kelly Elementary School, 1900 N. J St., 702-229-5406. Ethnic Express International folk dancing: Learn Arabic, Armenian, Bulgarian and other international dance styles. For ages 8 and older. 6:30-8:45 p.m, $4, Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., 702-229-6383. “The Great Love Debate”: Six experts will lead an interactive town hall-style event and discuss the question: Why is everyone still single? 7:30 pm, $40, Baobab Stage at Town Square, 6587 Las Vegas Blvd. South, greatlovedebate.com.
“Annie” plays at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts on May 31. The production is directed by the musical’s original lyricist. (joan marcus/courtesy)
Thursday, June 4 Laurie Berkner in concert: Live music from the award-winning children’s recording artist and preschool television star. 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., free, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3459. Las Vegas Stories: Mob Museum Director of Content Geoff Schumacher will discuss how America’s most notorious organized crime figures played a pivotal role in the rise of Las Vegas and how the mob was a behind-the-scenes force in the casino industry from the 1940s to the 1970s. 7 p.m., free, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3459. Geotourism explained: Jacquie Chandler, of Sustainable Tahoe, will discuss Lake Tahoe’s geotourism industry and how Southern Nevada can benefit. 7-8 p.m., free, Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road, 702-948-5906.
Friday, June 5 Healthier living workshop: Learn how to self-manage diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, chronic pain, anxiety and other chronic conditions. For people age 50 and older.
Herpetological Society meeting: Phil Goss, president of the U.S. Association of Reptile Keepers, will discuss the history of the anti-pet organizations, animal rights versus animal welfare, fraudulent fundraising, lobbying and other aspects of the animal rights movement. Membership registration required. 7 p.m., $20 membership dues, Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road, 702-257-5529.
Saturday, June 6 Atomic Comics: Meet comic book characters, play games and participate in a costume contest. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., free, National Atomic Testing Museum, 755 E. Flamingo Road, 702-794-5151. Child safety program: Representatives of the Keeping Kids Safe Project will take children’s fingerprints to send home with parents, who can give them to authorities in case of an emergency. Community organizations also will be on hand to provide safety information for families. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free, Ford Country, 280 N. Gibson Road, 319-290- 2429. Downloading eBooks to Your Device: Learn how to download eBooks onto your iPad, tablet, Kindle or Nook using the Overdrive Media App. Bring your device. Reservations are required. 10:30 a.m., free, Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, 702-507-3866. Star Catchers spring recital: The Winchester Star Catchers Dance Program will end its winter/spring session with a recital featuring original hip hop, contemporary, jazz and ballet choreography. 2-4 p.m., $7, Winchester Cultural Center Theater, 3130 S. McLeod Drive, 702-455-7340. Trombone quartet: Walter Boenig will lead the Dynamic Trombone Quartet in a free concert
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3-5 p.m., $40-$50, Life Time Athletic Summerlin, 10721 W. Charleston Blvd., 702-228-2611. Slide Into Summer: Southern Nevada’s largest slip-and-slide event, with an oversized slip and slide, a mini slip and slide, a bounce house and interactive lawn games. Lifeguards will be on hand to share sun and water safety tips. 5-7 p.m., $5, Anthem Hills Park, 2256 N. Reunion Drive, cityofhenderson.com.
Charlie Chaplin and Jackie Coogan in “The Kid.” Chaplin’s first featurelength film will be shown June 6 at the Henderson Pavilion. (ASSOCIATED PRESS Photo)
including classical compositions and popular contemporary standards. 2 p.m., free, Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., 702-2296383. Mommy and Me Fashion Show: Life Time Athletic Summerlin will host an afternoon for mothers and children, with a fashion show and hair styling. Proceeds benefit the Epicurean Charitable Foundation.
Jazz in the Park: The Brubeck Brothers Quartet features two members of one of America’s most accomplished musical families — Dan Brubeck on drums and Chris Brubeck on bass and trombone. 7-10 p.m., free, Clark County Government Center Amphitheater, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway, clarkcountynv.gov. Charlie Chaplin’s “The Kid”: Chaplin’s first feature-length film will be screened for audiences while the Henderson Symphony Orchestra provides live accompaniment. 8:30 p.m., $12, Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, 702-2674849.
Sunday, June 7 Las Vegas Brass Band Summertime Concert: Directed by Dick McGee, the ensemble will celebrate 21 years of concerts in Las Vegas. 2 p.m, free, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3459.
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Rich Newman started a coloring-book business at age 74 after three years in retirement. (L.E. Baskow/Staff)
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The principal of RCG Economics discusses the importance of impartiality when analyzing the economy, the need for improved education in Southern Nevada, and his reverence for Winston Churchill and Franklin Roosevelt. THE NOTES People on the move, P46
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The aerospace and data services company, which has flown for ESPN and CBS Sports, among others, has gotten in on the ground floor of the unmanned aerial aircraft industry in Nevada. TALKING POINTS State lawmakers given stern warning on HOAs, P49
DATA AND PUBLIC INFORMATION A listing of local bankruptcies, bid opportunities, brokered transactions, business licenses and building permits.
MORE VEGAS INC BUSINESS NEWS Calendar: Happenings and events, P55 The List: Publicly reporting companies, P60
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VINTAGE VEGAS: DESERT WIND PASSENGER TRAIN CAME AND WENT On Oct. 27, 1979, Amtrak debuted Desert Wind, its first passenger train into Las Vegas, with regular routes between Los Angeles and Chicago, and Los Angeles and Salt Lake City. Las Vegas was the major stop between the cities; passengers could disembark at Union Plaza and head straight into a casino. Here, a model poses in front of the train a few days before it’s inaugural run. At the time, round-trip fare from Las Vegas to Los Angeles cost $42. But due to government subsidies ending, the train passed through town for the last time May 14, 1997, ending 18 years of passenger service as Las Vegas’ only rail link to the rest of the country. Over the past decade, there have been proposals by multiple companies to provide train service to Southern Nevada, but nothing has materialized. — Rebecca Clifford-Cruz
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Annette Carro, a partner at Stewart Archibald & Barney CPAs, was appointed to the Las Vegas Audit Oversight Committee, which reviews and evaluates the city’s audit program and oversees and reinforces compliance with the city’s internal audit policy. The committee consists of five members appointed by the mayor: two City Council members and three members of the community.
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— Tom Colicchio Craftsteak; Best Spa — Spa and Salon at Aria; Best Dayclub — Wet Republic; Best Italian Restaurant — Fiamma; Best Gun Range — The Range 702; Best French Restaurant — Joel Robuchon; Best Exhibit/Museum — The Mob Museum; and Best Air Tour — Maverick Helicopters.
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Jerad Roberts is an associate broker at the Sauter Multifamily Group. Ryan Breen is president of PulteGroup’s Las Vegas division. roberts The homebuilder operates under the Pulte Homes, Del Webb and Centex brands. Dr. Robert McBeath, president of Optum Health Collaborative Care Nevada and CEO of Southwest Medical Associates, joined the board of directors of Project 150, a nonprofit that helps homeless, displaced and disadvantaged high school students. Amy Ling is an intern architect at LGA. LGA is an advocate of green design and green living, known for its work on the LEED-certified Springs Preserve master plan. Ling is LEED and Autodesk Revit certified. Dayna Kovacic, a national account manager at Danone ling Waters, joined the Las Vegas Business Academy board of directors. The agency is made up of businesspeople dedicated to passing on professional expertise to UNLV graduate students. Sue Smuskiewicz is Trosper Communications’ director of administration. Smuskiewicz joined the firm in 2010 as chief copywriter and core reader. Rosita Castillo is the Southern Nevada Health District’s 2015 Public Health Hero. The award is given to people or organizasmuskiewicz tions who positively affect the health and well-being of the community. Castillo is program manager at Planned Parenthood of Southern Nevada’s Promotores de Salud, which offers community health workers sexual health training and resources. Jeff Miracle is a senior business banking relationship manager at Wells Fargo Business and Government Banking. Winners of the Southern Nevada Hotel Concierge Association’s 2015 Concierge Choice Awards are: Best Comedy Act — Terry Fator; Best New miracle Restaurant — Bardot Brasserie; Best Headliner — Boys II Men; Best Non-Buffet Brunch — Mon Ami Gabi; Best Limousine Company — AWG; Best Driving Experience — Exotics Racing; Best Chef — Michael Mina; Best Tourist Attraction — Fountains at Bellagio; Best Ground Tour — Pink Jeep; Best Buffet — Bacchanal Buffet; Best Asian Restaurant — Hakkasan; Best Mexican Restaurant — Javier’s; Best LGBT Nightclub/Party — Share Nightclub; Best Golf Course — Bali Hai; Best Happy Hour — Miller’s Ale House; Best Production Show — “Le Reve;” Best Nightclub — Hakkasan; Best Steakhouse
Ramona Denby-Brinson, a social work professor at the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs, is the first female researcher to win UNLV’s top annual research award — the Harry Reid Silver State Research Award. She was recognized for her work in social services, the foster system and children’s mental health.
Vista Cocktail Lounge opened at Caesars Palace in the former Shadow Bar location. It is owned by Caesars Palace and operated by Hakkasan Group. Johnnie Walker RV opened a flagship “Camping Lodge.” The 52-year-old company offers RV sales, service, repair and parts. denby-brinson
Bryan Binek is executive director of gaming and operations and David Halabuk is executive director of marketing at the Silverton. Binek previously worked in table games for Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Ariz. Halabuk served as senior vice president of casino marketing and operations at the Downtown Grand. Mariselle Alcaraz is an assistant commercial loan officer at the Clark County Credit Union. Alcaraz helps lenders with credit report requests, processes consumer and commercial loan closings, and works with title companies on documentation and transactions.
Fresh52, a certified farmers market, is open for the season at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas. Hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. BBL Churchill, a divorce finance company, expanded to Nevada. The company provides funding to spouses who are unable to pay attorney fees, forensic accounting costs and living expenses. Blue Heron of Las Vegas was awarded “Best Of Houzz” by Design by Houzz, a homeowner-to-homeowner guide to homebuilders, architects, interior designers, landscape pros and other residential remodeling professionals. Flight 23 at Footaction opened at the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood.
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Greg St. Martin is vice president at Kennedy Wilson, a real estate investment and services firm. St. Martin specializes in industrial, office and retail markets. Frank Fuentes is communications and social media director at Trosper Communications. He previously was a communications and social media coordinator. Kelsey Hand is executive director of media and client relations. Bailey Farrell is an account coordinator. fuentes
Michael Mina, founder of Mina Group, and Steve Weitman, senior vice president of Wynn/Encore Las Vegas, received the Mastership Award from the Las Vegas Business Academy. The award honors people who show an outstanding work ethic and philosophical approach to business and inspire young leaders. Jeff Zabriskie is practice director of gaming and hospitality for St. Louis-based Applied Group’s new Las Vegas offices. He is responsible for market and solution positioning, business development and the growth of Applied Group’s gaming and hospitality business.
AG Adriano Goldschmied, American Eagle Outfitters, Bally, Burton Snowboards, Canali, Catimini, CH Carolina Herrera, Citizen, Clarins, Dunhill, Furla, Helmut Lang, John Varvatos, Last Call Neiman Marcus, Pandora, Rag & Bone, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Under Armour and Vera Bradley. The mall is at 875 S. Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas.
City National Corp., the parent company of City National Bank, reported first-quarter net income of $61.6 million, up 14 percent from $53.8 million in the year-ago period. Earnings per share were $1.01, compared with $0.89 per share during the first quarter of 2014. Creel Printing committed $20 million to upgrade its Las Vegas facilities. The investment will augment the company’s offerings and deliver new print format opportunities. At the center of the investment are two presses and technology that will improve production while reducing chemistry expenses and emissions. The HealthInsight Quality Innovation NetworkQuality Improvement Organization was selected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to work on reducing disparities and improving immunization rates among Medicare beneficiaries. The agency is working with physicians and practitioners, home health agencies and critical access hospitals to improve influenza, pneumonia and shingles (zoster) vaccinations among Medicare beneficiaries in Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon and Utah. Goodwill of Southern Nevada will open its largest store in Las Vegas at Boulevard Mall, 3528 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas. The 28,000-square-foot store will feature a 17,000-square-foot sales floor and is slated to open in late summer.
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Vegas PBS won a Telly Award for a public service announcement for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s American Graduate initiative and the station’s “It Pays to Stay” campaign. The PSA features a local student, Jessica Suarez, who dropped out of high school but returned with help from school administrators and Communities In Schools of Nevada. The Telly Awards honor outstanding local, regional and cable television projects. Las Vegas North Premium Outlets expanded. The Cheesecake Factory is the mall’s first sit-down restaurant. Other new businesses include AllSaints,
Panattoni Development Company broke ground on Jones Corporate Park at the northwest corner of Sunset Road and Jones Boulevard. The industrial business park will include two buildings of equal size totaling about 416,000 square feet and providing Class A industrial space. Promo Direct, which distributes promotional products, won a 2015 gold award from Top Ten Reviews for being the No. 1 rated promotional products store by the firm. For the 10th year, Cox Communications was included in DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity list. Cox moved to No. 17 from its No. 18 ranking in 2014. The company also ranked No. 9 on DiversityInc’s Top 10 Companies for Diversity Councils.
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Numbers can lie, but good analysts won’t let them As principal of RCG Economics in Las Vegas, John Restrepo directs the firm’s economic and financial consulting activities. With 34 years of experience analyzing regional economic and real estate trends, Restrepo frequently is sought to speak at business gatherings in Southern Nevada and often is a source for media outlets seeking an expert opinion on industry trends. Any recent news or updates about yourself or your work? A little more than a year ago, we started expanding into the online economic and business intelligence space and partnered with Mike PeQueen and the other managing partners at HighTower Las Vegas to produce a monthly e-newsletter, “The Stat Pack” (thestatpack.com). We now have about 7,000 subscribers (and growing), and many of our readers are quite proactive and helpful in recommending how to make the newsletter better. The other thing I am most pleased about is that we revamped our website (rcg1.com), including adding a blog, “Nevada by the Numbers,” in which we post our thoughts on economic, business and public policy issues. What is the best business advice you’ve received, and from whom did it come? If you’re going to be a practicing researcher and analyst, and in my case an economist, you cannot under any circumstances be an advocate or spin numbers or deal in half-truths. You should also avoid engaging in the salesmanship of ideas that have pros and cons. I learned this right out of grad school from my first boss in the consulting profession. Adhering to strict ethical standards was further emphasized when I was director of the business consulting practice at Coopers & Lybrand (now PricewaterhouseCoopers) for eight years before launching RCG. If you could change one thing about Southern Nevada, what would it be? I would replace some of the excessive and over-the-top cheerleading about Southern Nevada with more thoughtful self-reflection and a dialogue about our strengths and weaknesses so we can more effectively plan for our future. Hubris and/or enthusiasm are no substitute for clear-headed thinking. What’s the biggest issue facing Southern Nevada and its residents? The relatively low education level of
What is your dream job, outside of your current field? My dream job would be being a travel writer and photographer. Teaching regional economics and economic development at the graduate level wouldn’t be a bad gig, either.
John Restrepo, principal of RCG Economics, is less interested in cheerleading for Southern Nevada and more interested in thoughtful self-reflection and analysis. (christopher devargas/Staff)
our residents, which leads to relatively low skill levels compared with the other states and regions with whom we compete. This puts Southern Nevada at a great disadvantage. Changing this reality will require investing a lot of what I call the “Three Ts” — time, talent and treasure — for a concerted period of time. And I’d add one other factor: political will. It won’t be easy; nothing important ever is. But it is incredibly critical for Southern Nevada to move forward. What are you reading right now? I’m in the middle of three books: “A Confederacy of Dunces” by John Kennedy Toole; “Capital in the TwentyFirst Century” by Thomas Piketty; and “A Parliament of Whores” by P.J. O’Rourke. I love going back and forth between political satire and comedy, and nonfiction “nerdy” economic and business books. What do you do after work? Spend time with my beautiful wife, Elle. We are dedicated foodies and are always trying to find new and interesting restaurants in Las Vegas. I moved here from New Orleans more than 25 years ago, and she from New York
City 17 years ago, so we are pretty particular. The pickings were pretty slim when we both moved here, especially away from the Strip. Now, the local food scene is really vibrant and constantly getting better. Blackberry, iPhone or Android? What’s Blackberry and iPhone? Describe your management style. Collaborative, with a strong focus on giving my staff the responsibility and the authority to make decisions. It’s challenging sometimes, but folks have to learn. I also sprinkle it with a bit of joking and sarcasm. I’m not saying it’s the best style for everyone, but it’s who I am and it seems to be working. Where do you see yourself and your company in 10 years? I’m very excited about where we are today and the growth potential of the company. We have a great, dedicated team of analysts and economists. And we are seeing more than ever that after the ravages of the Great Recession, clients are demanding objective and independent analysis so they can make wise decisions. That wasn’t always the case prior to the downturn.
Whom do you admire and why? Dead: Winston Churchill and Franklin Roosevelt. I honestly don’t think there is a high probability that Western civilization would have survived intact had they not been world leaders at the perfect time. Their combined political and leadership skills were just amazing. Living: All those folks who work so hard and sacrifice so much for little pay, and often with no recognition, to take care of the poor and unwanted of the world. It could be aid workers, health care workers, the clergy or just everyday people who devote their lives to caring for the less fortunate. Their strength of character is simply incredible and unbelievable to me. I’m not very religious, but these folks are an example of what it means to be the best kind of human being. I wish I had that kind of strength. What is your biggest pet peeve? Three things: Arrogant and selfimportant people; when opinions are presented as facts; and when groupthink is passed off as consensus. What is something people might not know about you? I’m Hispanic. My parents moved to the United States from Colombia in the early 1950s. My brother Steve and I were born in Colombia, and my brother George was born in the United States. My dad was transferred to the United States to be the director of Gulf Coast operations for a Colombian steamship company. Lots of folks think I’m Italian because my name sounds more Italian then Hispanic, so it’s kind of interesting when my non-Hispanic friends and colleagues express their views on Latino issues.
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4.5 percent
Same-store net revenue growth reported by Station Casinos in its first-quarter earnings. Casino revenue rose 3.7 percent from last year to $234 million. Food and beverage revenue increased 6.8 percent, while room revenue jumped 10.6 percent for the quarter.
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First-quarter revenue posted by American Casino & Entertainment Properties, the company that runs the Stratosphere, Arizona Charlie’s and the Aquarius in Laughlin. The company said the increase was due to a strong performance across its casino, hotel and food and beverage divisions.
James Fleitz is vice president of ArrowData. He is a military veteran, pilot and expert in unmanned aircraft systems. (Mikayla Whitmore/staff)
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Number of storefronts at the Grand Bazaar Shops in front of Bally’s on the Strip. The shops — some as small as 150 square feet — are squeezed onto 2 acres and offer an array of products.
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58 percent
Share of business taxes collected by the state that would be paid by the gaming industry if Gov. Brian Sandoval’s proposed expansion of the business license fee is approved. The plan aims to boost education funding.
ArrowData questions people have. We offer Address: 777 N. Rainbow Blvd., training, insurance, aircraft and ArrowData is an aerospace and Las Vegas legal help with the FAA concerndata services company that spePhone: 702-816-5087 ing the drone industry. We don’t cializes in persistent data collecEmail: info@arrowdata.com just sell customers a drone and tion, transmission, analytics and Website: arrowdata.com leave them on their own; we help distribution services. Owned/operated by: UIC Corp. them in all aspects of this new inOur team of aerospace and inIn business since: 2014 dustry. formation technology experts is committed to providing real-time critical data that advances our clients’ ability to conduct What is your business philosophy? their operations. ArrowData is actively involved in the Serve our customers and help Nevada become the cendevelopment of next-generation sensors and their inteter for unmanned aircraft. gration into autonomous operations. We recently received Federal Aviation Administration What is the best part about doing business in Las approval to operate drones for news gathering. Vegas? Openness to new ideas — the wild West attitude allows Las Vegas to create new opportunities. What does that accomplishment mean for your comDescribe your business.
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Portion of Blue Bell Creameries’ workforce that will be laid off after listeria illnesses were linked to its ice cream, prompting a nationwide recall of all of its products.
It shows the FAA has closely inspected our operations and procedures, and given us its approval to fly unmanned aircraft, a tremendous and difficult hurdle to overcome. We are proud to be the first in Nevada to do this.
What obstacles have your business overcome?
Who are your customers?
People who are worried drones will be used for invading privacy. News organizations have been trusted using aerial assets to cover the news for decades without invasion of privacy, and we will practice the same high standards of ethics.
We have flown for ESPN, CBS Sports and other many other customers.
How can Nevada improve its business climate?
What makes your business unique?
Education, education, education and diversify, diversify, diversify.
We are the first company in Nevada to get the FAA exemption to fly drones for commercial purposes. We have a manned aircraft that will be used to make the transition into large, unmanned aircraft when they become legal to fly. We also offer a comprehensive answer to the drone
What have you learned from the recession?
Nevada’s “comeback” will be accomplished best by those of us who have been here for years building this community.
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On J.D. Morris’ lasvegassun.com story “Resorts World, off to ceremonial start, vies for theme of authenticity”: This has always appeared to be a great risk to me. Vastly different than anything done in Vegas before. But perhaps that’s what Vegas needs right now. — American Gaming Guru On Eli Segall’s lasvegassun.com story “Summerlin land prices keep rising, but homebuilders aren’t shying away”: Just saw a home out there in Summerlin that sold in December 2014 for $530,000. Today, it is selling for $688,000. We are getting right back into that bubble. — VegasDlight1 On Eli Segall’s vegasinc.com story “Amid resignations, law firm Gordon Silver figuring out what’s next”: When Jerry Gordon of Gordon Silver quits, there is not much left to figure out, other than the date of the Chapter 7 filling. — whatswrongwithpeople On the lasvegassun.com story “Blue Bell closing Las Vegas distribution center, laying off 1,450 companywide”: Blue Bell will be lucky to survive, and thousands of jobs are in jeopardy. — ScotchRocks
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guest column: lawmakers why they should not pass any laws s the Nevada Legislature wraps up, Kevin Sigstad to allow HOAs in Nevada to extinguish liens state lawmakers have considered government-backed entities place on homes several issues important to facing foreclosure: “(Federal) law precludes homeowners and the local housing involuntary extinguishment of Fannie Mae or Freddie market. One of the most crucial and perhaps most complex Mac liens while they are operating in conservatorships and concerns foreclosures by homeowner associations. pre-empts any state law that purports to allow holders of Groups representing HOAs have fought legislation to homeownership association liens to extinguish a Fannie threaten or eliminate the so-called super priority lien Mae or Freddie Mac lien, security interest, or other that allows HOAs to collect up to nine months of unpaid property interest. As noted in our Dec. 22, 2014, statement HOA assessments when a bank forecloses on a home in an on certain super priority liens, FHFA has an obligation HOA. Super priority liens also give HOAs the authority to to protect Fannie Mae’s and Freddie Mac’s rights, and foreclose on delinquent homeowners and give associations will aggressively do so by bringing or supporting actions first shot at collecting proceeds from the sale of a foreclosed to contest HOA foreclosures that purport to extinguish home, ahead of the traditional first-lien position held by the enterprise property interests in a manner that contravenes mortgage lender. federal law.” This has been a contentious legal issue in recent years Those are pretty strong words from a federal agency. that has reached as far as the Nevada Supreme Court, The session is scheduled to end June 2. If lawmakers don’t pitting HOAs and companies that manage them against heed these warnings, FHFA officials suggest lenders could lenders and real estate investors. seriously curtail or even stop making mortgage loans in The Nevada Association of Realtors worked with Nevada. That would be disastrous, especially as our state’s lawmakers to clarify these issues and balance the needs of housing market recovers from the recession and since homeowners, HOAs, lenders and others. stringent lending standards still make it difficult for many The issue is being watched closely by the Federal Housing would-be homeowners to obtain a mortgage. Finance Agency, which regulates Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac More than 14,000 Realtors in Nevada take such warnings and the 12 federal home loan banks. These governmentseriously. We hope legislators do the same. sponsored enterprises provide more than $5.6 trillion in Kevin Sigstad is president of the Nevada Association of funding for U.S. mortgage markets and financial institutions. Realtors. Here’s what the FHFA had to say in reminding Nevada
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Most major casino executives express rosy view of city’s economy, but Wynn disagrees By J.D. morris Staff Writer
Is the economy trending well for the Las Vegas casino industry, or is it just a mirage? Top executives from the major locally based casino companies don’t agree on the answer. At one end of the spectrum, Wynn Resorts CEO Steve Wynn has made it clear that he views the local economic outlook through a sharply critical lens. But other big companies have expressed a much more positive reading of the financial tea leaves. Wynn’s pessimism came to light April 28, when his company relayed quarterly earnings results that bore some tough news for shareholders. Net revenue dropped 27.8 percent from the year before, the company reported a $44.6 million net loss and it slashed its quarterly dividend to 50 cents from $1.50 in the previous quarter. Much of the company’s poor performance traces to Macau, which has seen 11 straight monthly declines in gaming revenue. Wynn told analysts in a conference call that it was unclear when conditions there would improve. He didn’t have anything sunny to say about where the Las Vegas market was headed, either. “If you were to ask me, since we’re making forward-looking statements, what will the second quarter look like in Las Vegas? Weak,” Wynn said. “Do you hear me? Weak. So I’m trying to lower expectations here; this notion of a big recovery is a complete dream.” Wynn said he thinks the Las Vegas market is “still very patchy.” He said his company’s noncasino revenue — of particular importance as customers shift more toward areas other than gambling — was flat in the first quarter, and he would be “thrilled” if it were flat again in the next quarter. Other Las Vegas casino executives painted a different picture as they reported their first-quarter results in the weeks since Wynn’s remarks. Caesars Entertainment CEO Gary Loveman, who has a background in economics, told analysts he saw
Wynn Resorts CEO Steve Wynn, on a recent conference call, told analysts: “If you were to ask me, since we’re making forward-looking statements, what will the second quarter look like in Las Vegas? Weak.” (associated press)
nothing discouraging in the macroeconomic atmosphere. Similarly, MGM Resorts International CEO Jim Murren said he did not share Wynn’s views. “Steve Wynn is a legend here in Las Vegas. He has created so much, and I admire him a lot. I just don’t see what he sees,” Murren said. Murren noted that, unlike Wynn, he did not expect his company’s noncasino revenue to be flat or down in the immediate future, and MGM would be “sorely disappointed” if that turned out to be the case. Executives from Boyd Gaming and Station Casinos, two companies for which Las Vegas residents are an important customer base, also expressed positive views about the local economy in their first-quarter earnings calls. Las Vegas Sands, meanwhile, reported its first-quarter earnings before Wynn made his comments. CEO Sheldon Adelson wasn’t overly enthusiastic about the local situation when he said on his earnings call that “there is significant opportunity to improve our performance here in Las Vegas.” He said the Venetian and Palazzo’s new president would
be an important part of accomplishing that goal. Both sides have good reason for their positions. “The reality with all this stuff is somewhere in between,” said John Restrepo, principal of Las Vegasbased RCG Economics. “You cannot underestimate how great an operator Steve Wynn is and how smart a guy he is in that industry. Yes, there’s probably nuggets of truth to what he’s saying — there’s still some headwinds out there, some challenges. And there are some nuggets of truth to what the other guys are saying.” Restrepo characterized the current situation as a “moderate recovery.” He said some indicators, such as visitation and taxable retail sales, were doing well in Las Vegas. Others, such as certain segments of the gaming and employment figures, hadn’t been as robust, he said. “We’re not seeing a V-style recovery,” Restrepo said, evoking what a sharp increase from the worst of the financial downturn would look like on a chart. “It’s kind of an elongated, Nike swoosh recovery.” In his earnings call, Wynn shed light on the source of his cynicism.
He indicated that a stronger U.S. dollar — which makes stays in Las Vegas more expensive for international visitors — was one factor, as well as reduced play from Chinese gamblers. International customers are important to Wynn’s company, which runs the luxurious Wynn and Encore resorts on the Strip. Underlying all of this for Wynn is a fundamentally skeptical stance about the state of the U.S. economy. He said on the earnings call that the country’s economic recovery had been “jobless” and also “grossly overstated.” Wynn doubled down on those remarks later in a television interview with political journalist Jon Ralston. “The idea that America is in the grips of a great recovery is pure fiction,” Wynn told Ralston. “It’s a lie. It’s not true.” As far as his business in Las Vegas goes, though, Wynn is in a bit of a different position than some of his fellow resort operators, and that likely factors into why his outlook is so different from theirs. “Steve Wynn’s property is very focused on one particular segment of the economy: the upper end of the equation,” said Union Gaming Group analyst Chris Jones. Union Gaming made a similar point in a report released the week Wynn made his remarks, stating that “we firmly believe that the comments are largely a reflection of Wynn’s current experience in Las Vegas and not of the larger Las Vegas market.” Caesars, for instance, has more of a mix of high-end and middle market-focused properties in Las Vegas. Others are also less focused on international customers; Loveman noted in his earnings call that Caesars is “certainly more domestically focused than Steve is.” Yet observers have reason to be mindful of the comments from Wynn, a widely respected figure in the casino industry with a reputation for being forthright. “Mr. Wynn has been more often right than wrong, so you have to take what he says pretty seriously,” Restrepo said.
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Gaming group ‘troubled’ by possible credit card ban at casinos By j.d. morris Staff Writer
A recent report that found federal employees improperly used government credit cards at casinos could have unnecessary consequences for the gaming industry, the American Gaming Association warned. In a May 19 report, the Department of Defense Inspector General’s Office said it discovered hundreds of thousands of dollars in transactions where department credit card holders probably used their cards for personal purposes at casinos and “adult entertainment establishments.” The report made several recommendations, including that the government consider blocking cards from being used at specific casinos or adult entertainment businesses. The gaming association is taking issue with that recommendation. Geoff Freeman, president of the gaming association, wrote in a letter to Defense Department officials that while his group agreed “wholeheartedly” that government workers should be responsible with their card usage, it was “troubled” by recommendations of a ban at casinos. “A policy that prohibits the use of
Uber gets a green light in Nevada By VEGAS INC STAFF
Nevada lawmakers have passed a hard-fought bill to regulate companies such as Uber that allow people to hail a ride through a smartphone app. The Senate and Assembly approved Assembly Bill 175, which sets up regulations for “transportation network companies” and imposes a 3 percent tax on taxi and ride-hailing company rides. It places the companies under the authority of the Nevada Public Utilities Commission. The measure faced a rocky ride through the Legislature. A number of proposals that sought to allow the companies to operate in Nevada have faced stiff opposition from taxi lobbyists and Democrats concerned with safety regulations. Lawmakers expect the measure’s 3 percent excise tax on ride-share, taxi and limousine companies to generate about $70 million per year. At least $19 million of that funding will help pay for the UNLV medical school.
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Rock in Rio USA says expect a bigger, better event in 2017 By john katsilometes Staff Writer
The rendering had to come to life. That was the chief objective of organizers of Rock in Rio USA. The first installment of the twoweekend music festival played its final notes May 17 with a bounding performance by Bruno Mars. His set capped a total of about 40 hours of music and peripheral entertainment and attractions spread over two weekends at MGM Resorts Festival Grounds. As expected, the event was a massive undertaking as the first production ever at the new venue on the southwest corner of Sahara Avenue and the Strip. It also was the first staging of Rock in Rio in the United States. As it was, Rock in Rio USA’s success is measured by the fact that what was presented on that parcel matched the detailed model unveiled publicly for the first time in September. “Many people were not believing that we would be able to do what we did,” Rock in Rio Executive Vice President Roberta Medina said. “Sponsors, media, fans, even some bands were not believing we could make this happen.” Rock in Rio USA was left with a fancy rendering and a marketing push to educate the uninitiated about what the event is about. The name itself was something to address, as it presented a couple of challenges: The event is not expressly a rock event (pop, rap and EDM also are represented), nor is it expressly staged in Rio. Event officials made an early, and curious, decision to have its first major announcement of talent at Times Square in New York, where No Doubt showed up for a photo op and former Rock in Rio headliner John Mayer performed. In January, organizers staged an announcement of such artists as Sam Smith and Charli XCX at the Village recording studios in Los Angeles. The outside-in strategy was reflected in the festival’s regional breakdown, the numbers provided by Medina: 18 percent of fans who attended were from outside the United States. Of the 82 percent of festivalgoers from the U.S., just 15 percent were Las Vegas residents. One theory is that early estimations of as many as 82,000 fans expected on the Strip each night might actually have scared off potential local ticket-buyers. The relatively high cost of tickets, at $300 per weekend for a general admission pass and $500 for VIP access, also was out of the range for many Las Vegas music fans. “I think people were expecting a traditional festival, and this is not a traditional festival where you camp out. This is a tourist destination in a city, surrounded by hotels, and it is a party in a venue where there is more than just the music,” Medina said. “But it can be really tough to communicate our message for the first edition. We will have another discussion about marketing. We have been concentrating on California, Arizona and Nevada. “Maybe if we had it to do over again, we would have the New York party instead in L.A., in the
Rock in Rio USA featured Bruno Mars, John Legend, Joss Stone and many more musicians at the MGM Resorts Festival Grounds. (photos by L.e. baskow/staff)
Las Vegas market. But we are not giving up on our national campaign.” As announced by festival officials, total attendance at Rock in Rio USA was 172,000 over two weekends. The final numbers from Pop Weekend on Friday and Saturday were reportedly 90,000, or 42,000 on the first night (when Taylor Swift headlined) and 48,000 on Saturday (for the show closed by Mars). Numbers from other sources familiar with attendance were 30,000 that Friday and 35,000 that Saturday. Metro Police’s public information office issued a report after the first Saturday show stating 29,715 in attendance but later referred additional questions about attendance to the festival’s PR team. “We have access to the right numbers, and we have had a wonderful turnout,” Medina said. “Of course, we want more. We always want more. But we have done pretty good if you look at music events in this country and how they develop. In a town like Las Vegas, where it is such a destination with so much going on, it can be more complicated. But we had a wonderful event.” Even today, Medina and Rock in Rio officials are laying the groundwork for how to build on the Las Vegas event. Potential sponsors who were initially skeptics now have a real, live event to gauge. Some ideas that were not enacted for sponsorship attractions — such as branded dance contests and similar attractions — will be developed. The event is back in 2017 and committed to a long run in Las Vegas. Medina once more broached the idea of staging Rock in Rio USA annually, but not in 2016. There is not enough time, and the event in Rio is fast developing. “Maybe, after 2017, we will do it every year,” she said. “But now we are going to sit down and go over what was good and what wasn’t and do it even better next time.”
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Rise of encore entrepreneurship has roots both in the aging workforce and the economic downturn 50 and older. Due to boredom with retirement, a need for supplementary income or finally taking the plunge to fulfill self-employment dreams, people 50-plus comprise one of the fastest-growing groups of entrepreneurs in the country. “What else was I going to do?” Newman asked. “I had an idea, and I thought there was a need for it. I literally had to start from scratch. I’d never done retail before.” Newman’s business, Coloring Books USA, has produced six coloring books since 2012, including ones for Las Vegas, Hoover Dam, Route 66 and the Indy 500. The Las Vegas coloring book, available at McCarran International Airport, is his best seller. In addition to running his own business, Newman, a former public relations and advertising executive, helps other budding entrepreneurs. He is one of 35 locals, all retired business owners or executives, who volunteers with the Small Business Administration’s Service Core of Retired Executives. “Since they have had many of the same experiences and they’re of the same age, it helps them connect better with encore entrepreneurs,” Small Bill Foster, owner of Accessibility Services, demonstrates a wheelchair stair-lift for private homes. Foster founded his Business Administration District Di- company at age 71. (L.E. Baskow/staff) rector Bob Holguin said. For more information ficult for older people to compete for The Small Business AdministraBaby boomers who want more information about starting a small business jobs against younger, college-educattion partners with AARP to promote can visit sba.gov/content/50-entrepreneurs to sign up for SCORE, learn ed candidates,” Holguin said. services — business training courses, about training sessions and find local resources. It’s also difficult for older workseminars and one-on-one counseling ers to bounce back after losing a job. sessions, all free of charge — to baby Two-thirds of workers ages 55 to own, doing consultations, tracking chose to start a business to meet an unboomers and retirees. 65 re-employed after the recession down equipment and making deals fulfilled need in the marketplace. “Age 65, 70, 75 doesn’t mean the made less in their new job than they with contractors. Bill Foster, 78, founded Accessisame thing as it did 20 years ago,” did in their previous job, according Almost 8 million self-employed bility Services in 2008 at age 71. The Holguin said. “People are more active. to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The workers in the United States were 50 business helps seniors equip their They want to start a business. They re-employment rate for older workor older as of 2012, according to AARP homes so they can remain indepenwant to do something for themselves.” ers also is dire: 47 percent for 55- to and census data. The rise of encore dent as they age. Foster had spent 20 Eighty-three percent of senior en65-year-olds and 24 percent for peoentrepreneurship has roots both in years building care facilities and seetreprenuers surveyed by Gallup said ple over 65. the aging workforce and the economic ing firsthand what seniors wanted. their main reason for launching a “The economy killed a lot of peodownturn. In fact, Americans in their “People want to stay at home, not venture was to improve their lifestyle ple,” Newman said. “I had clients in 50s and early 60s lost more earning go into a home,” Foster said. “It has or to increase their income. They said their 50s and 60s who couldn’t find power during the recession than any become an acceptable trend to send it allowed them to be independent work because of their age. But they other age group, according to data mom and dad to a facility, and it’s just (32 percent) and enabled them to also no longer want to work for other analysis group Sentier Research. nonsense.” pursue their interests and passions people.” “In the general population, it’s difFoster runs the operation on his (27 percent). Only 10 percent said they
“Age 65, 70, 75 doesn’t mean the same thing as it did 20 years ago. People are more active. They want to start a business. They want to do something for themselves.” — Bob Holguin, district director of the Small Business Administration
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Las Vegas Heals medical mixer Time: 6-8 p.m. Cost: Free for the first 40 physicians, $30 for members Location: Gordon Biersch, 3987 Paradise Road, Las Vegas Information: Visit lasvegasheals.org Network with local members of the medical industry.
Thursday, June 4 “What the Health Care Law Means for Small Business” Time: 1-2 p.m. Cost: Free; must register Location: U.S. Small Business Administration district offices, 300 S. Fourth St., Suite 400, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-388-6652 or email christina.stace@sba.gov. A discussion about businesses’ responsibility to provide health benefits, extending coverage to adult offspring, notice requirements and administration.
Judge Douglas Herndon will speak at the Nevada Republican Men’s Club meeting. (staff file)
Nevada Republican Men’s Club meeting Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $30 for members, $35 for nonmembers Location: Cili at Bali Hai, 5160 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Visit republicanmensclub.com Eighth Judicial District Court Judge Douglas Herndon will be the guest speaker.
Tuesday, June 2 Business outreach event Time: 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St., Las Vegas Information: Visit lasvegasnevada.gov/information Learn about competitive bidding exceptions and becoming certified as an emerging small business.
Topical drug delivery seminar Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $40 Location: Lawry’s the Prime Rib, 4043 Howard Hughes Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Email john.k.laub@gmail.com Scott Shapiro of CellMedics will discuss his company’s efforts to develop an advanced painrelief cream that increases drug bioavailability in muscles and joints.
Vegas Inventors: Product Developers Group Time: 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: Free Location: The InNEVation Center, 6795 Edmond St., third floor, Las Vegas Information: meetup.com/vegasinventors Patent attorney Jason Webb will be the guest speaker.
Friday, June 5 Business intensive workshop Time: 12:30-3 p.m. Cost: Free; must register Location: Green Valley Ranch, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson Information: Visit masterclasswithkim.com
Information: Visit hendersonchamber.com Dr. Tony Chin will discuss advancements in neurological rehabilitation at St. Rose de Lima.
Wednesday, June 10 Business Expo 2015 Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $10 Location: Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas Information: Visit lvchamber.com The Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce will host this trade show and networking event, which will include more than 150 exhibit booths.
Business by the Book workshop: “Get Your Business Online” Time: 6-8 p.m. Cost: Free; must register Location: Lied Library, UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Visit library.unlv.edu or call 702895-2277. Learn best practices for establishing an e-commerce website and building a social media presence, as well as how to optimize your business’ Web presence in search engines.
Thursday, June 11
Kim Flynn, of Kim Flynn Consulting, will teach entrepreneurs how to systematize, structure and automate their businesses.
Saturday, June 6 Solar NV Summer Solstice Golf Tournament Time: 7 a.m. Cost: $125 for Solar NV members, $150 for nonmembers, $500 for a group of four Location: Angel Park Golf Club, 100 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas Information: Visit solarnv.org/golf Celebrate the summer solstice and network with local business professionals over a round of golf.
Monday, June 8 Aviation symposium Time: 8:30 a.m. Cost: $150; must register Location: Atomic Testing Museum, 755 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas Information: Visit titus.house.gov/aviation Government officials, industry experts and corporate CEOs will discuss original equipment manufacturing, aviation tourism, unmanned systems and the role of aviation in the U.S. economy.
Tuesday, June 9 Henderson Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast Time: 7-9 a.m. Cost: $25 for members, $45 for nonmembers, additional $10 for walk-ins Location: Cancun Room, Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson
County Commissioner Lawrence Weekly (staff file)
Business workshop with County Commissioner Lawrence Weekly Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Cost: Free; must register Location: Pueblo Room, County Government Center, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Email bloutreach@clarkcountynv. gov or call 702-455-2745 Learn what it takes to open a business and develop an understanding of county business licensing requirements.
Friday, June 12 Brigham Young University Management Society luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $30 for members and guests with RSVP, $35 for members without RSVP, $15 for students Location: Brady Industries, 7055 Lindell Road, Las Vegas Information: lasvegas.byums.org Ken Alber, principal of the Penta Building Group, will be the guest speaker.
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3 p.m. Current production model aerial trucks Clark County, 603704 Sandra Mendoza at sda@clarkcountynv.gov
Double A Electric LLC 570 W. Cheyenne Ave. North Las Vegas, NV 89030 Attorney: Antony M. Santos at tony@amsantoslaw.com Shelley 2004 Inc. 2733 Crystal Beach Drive Las Vegas, NV 89128 Attorney: Matthew Q. Callister at mqc@call-law.com
BID OPPORTUNITIES MONDAY, JUNE 1 2 p.m. Storage shelving and Jungheinrich stacker Clark County, 8336 Gail Burchett at gburchett@admin. nv.gov 2:15 p.m. Intersection improvements at Tenaya Way and Warm Springs Road Clark County, 603676 Ashley Blanco at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov
TUESDAY, JUNE 2 2 p.m. Draeger Alcotest devices State of Nevada, 8328 Teri Becker at tbecker@admin. nv.gov 2:30 p.m. Epoke S3800 Sirius AST truckmounted spreader State of Nevada, 8338 Marti Marsh at mmarsh@admin. nv.gov
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3 2 p.m. One-year open-term contract for potassium, acetate, liquid deicing agent State of Nevada, 8341 Marti Marsh at mmarsh@admin. nv.gov 2:30 p.m. Oracle licensing and support State of Nevada, 8340 Marti Marsh at mmarsh@admin. nv.gov
THURSDAY, JUNE 4 2:15 p.m. Traffic signal system at Lake Mead Boulevard and Sloan Lane Clark County, 603680 Ashley Blanco at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov 2:30 p.m. 30,000 gross-vehicle-weight truck with flatbed body State of Nevada, 8330 Heather Moon at hmoon@admin.
FRIDAY, JUNE 5 2 p.m. One-year open-term contract for mattress cores State of Nevada, 8333 Sharon Knigge at sknigge@admin. nv.gov 3 p.m. Annual requirements maintenance contract for carpet and vinyl flooring Clark County, 603705 Chetan Champaneri at chetanc@ clarkcountynv.gov 3 p.m. ARC for landscape and grounds maintenance for Family and Youth Services Camp Clark County, 603697 Deon Ford at deonf@clarkcountynv.gov
Brokered transactions SALES $10,675,000 for 190 units, multifamily residential 3535 Cambridge St., Las Vegas 89169 Seller: Aspen Meadows Apartments LLC Seller agent: NAI Vegas Sauter Multifamily Group Buyer: Westland Aspen Meadow LLC Buyer agent: NAI Vegas Sauter Multifamily Group $1,600,000 for 11,093 square feet, retail 5697 S. Jones Blvd., Las Vegas 89118 Seller: Criterion Group Inc. Seller agent: Soozi Jones Walker of Commercial Executives Buyer: Vittorio Holding LLC Buyer agent: Neil Dela Cruz and Hillary Steinberg of MDL Group $940,000 for 7,268 square feet, office 8685 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas 89123 Seller: Nevada State Bank Seller agent: Marlene Fujita and Charles Moore of CBRE Buyer: D&T Development Properties LLC Buyer agent: Jarrad Katz and Galit Kimerling of MDL Group
$625,000 for 6,150 square feet, residential 7711 W. Post Road, Las Vegas 89113 Seller: Kickjab Inc. Seller agent: Erik Sexton of Sperry Van Ness Buyer: Studio 38 LLC Buyer agent: Kevin Higgins, Garrett Toft and Zac Zaher of Voit Real Estate Services $594,000 for 4,400 square feet, office 6110 Elton Ave., Las Vegas 89107 Seller: Danoski Clutts Seller agent: Jarrad Katz and Galit Kimerling of MDL Group Buyer: Toro Law LLC Buyer agent: Nick Maldonado of Toro Realty Corp
LEASES $592,545 for 22,554 square feet, office for 36 months 5080 Cameron St., Las Vegas 89118 Seller: Pahor Family Trust Seller agent: Jarrad Katz and Galit Kimerling of MDL Group Buyer: Sunstate Companies Buyer agent: Did not disclose $165,600 for 3,000 square feet, retail for 63 months 2625 E. Tropicana Ave., Suite I, Las Vegas 89121 Seller: 2615 Tropicana Avenue LLC Seller agent: Matt Feustel and Jakke Farley of Virtus Commercial Buyer: Triple Platinum Buyer agent: Did not disclose $142,872 for 4,017 square feet, retail for 44 months 8450 W. Sahara Ave., Suites 102 and 103, Las Vegas 89117 Seller: GWHC of Nevada Robinson Leung Seller agent: Jerry Hagfeldt of MDL Group Buyer: Dog Supply Outlet Buyer agent: Did not disclose
BUSINESS LICENSES Infinity Environmental Services LLC Business type: Management or consulting service Address: 9594 W. Newton Grove Court, Las Vegas Owner: Andrea Havens Jacky Pool Service Business type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Jiaqi He Hilker Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 9525 Hillwood Drive, Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Jaime Hilker
Janfree Ent Business type: Miscellaneous Address: 619 Casa Del Norte Drive, North Las Vegas Owner: Barbara Fender Jeffrey H. Henmi Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 4604 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 3, Las Vegas Owner: Jeffrey H. Henmi Jiffy Smog Business type: Auto testing Address: 26 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Henderson Owner: Jiffy Smog LLC Joann’s Cleaning Services Business type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Alejandra GuerreroMarroquin Joey Schrader Business type: Solicitors and peddlers Address: 2001 Ramrod Ave., Suite 2225, Henderson Owner: Joey Schrader Jouvence Skin Care Business type: Massage establishment Address: 2380 N. Buffalo Drive, Suite 150, Las Vegas Owner: Valerie Broaddus K. Kruz Bounce House & Inflatables Business type: Miscellaneous sales/service Address: 1244 Appaloosa Hills Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: Brittany L. Haney Karen Lynn Tate Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 777 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Karen L. Tate
Las Vegas Owner: La Bonita Grocery And Meat Market Las Vegas Test Strip Business type: Medical supplies Address: 1489 W. Warm Springs Road, Suite 110, Henderson Owner: Bravo And Hall Alliance Group LLC Las Vegas the Game Business type: Professional promoter Address: Did not disclose Owner: Harvey Oswald Entertainment LLC Laurence Donoghue Business type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose, Las Vegas Owner: Laurence Donoghue Lawrence Nathan Associates Inc. Business type: Collection/credit reporting agency Address: 2355 Red Rock St., Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: Jasmine G. Brooks Littlejohn Engineering Associates Inc. Business type: Professional services Address: 1615 Edgewater Drive, Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Bruce L Altstaetter Live Fire Q Business type: Restaurant with bar Address: 4300 E. Sunset Road, Suite A6, Henderson Owner: LFQ LLC Living Ecology Inc. Business type: Warehousing/ manufacturing Address: 7390 Eastgate Road, Suite 100, Henderson Owner: Living Ecology Inc.
Karen Ramos Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 10750 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Karen (Kay) Ramos
Living Well Chiropractic Business type: Massage establishment Address: 10300 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 10, Las Vegas Owner: Living Well Chiropractic LLC
Katalin Szeidl Business type: Independent massage therapist Address: 10911 Calcedonian St., Las Vegas Owner: Katalin Szeidl
LLV Pet Walkers Club Business type: Pet care Address: 19 Via Visione, Suite 104, Henderson Owner: Monica Kowal
Khepri Solar Energy LLC Business type: Multijurisdictional contractor Address: 2808 Willow Wind Court, Las Vegas Owner: Justin Parr La Bonita Grocery and Meat Market Business type: Miscellaneous Address: 4403 McGuire St., North
Lowrys Catering Inc. Business type: Alcohol caterer Address: 4125 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Robert W. Lowry Lularoe By Brooke J. Business type: General retail sales Address: Did not discloseOwner: Brooke L. Jordan
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Records and Transactions Malco Nevada Inc. Business type: Repair and maintenance Address: 5985 McLeod Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Tim Matz Mango Tango Bar & Grill Business type: Nightclub/tavern Address: 2101 S. Decatur Blvd., Suites 1-4, Las Vegas Owner: Gus Escobar LLC Marco’s Custom Airbrushing Business type: Art sales Address: 986 Hidden Meadow Ave., Henderson Owner: Marco Antonio Morales Marios Discount Store Business type: General retail sales Address: 4425 Stewart Ave., Suite 113, Las Vegas Owner: Saray Renteria Mazur & Brooks, A Professional Law Corp. Business type: Professional services Address: 2355 Red Rock St., Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: Jasmine G. Brooks Medlife Transportation Business type: Trucking Address: 3111 S. Valley View, Suite B207, Las Vegas Owner: Medlife Transportation LLC Members Auto Brokerage Service Inc. Business type: Professional services Address: 303 S. Water St., Suite 100, Henderson Owner: Members Auto Brokerage Service Inc. Merry Maids 677 Business type: Handbill and oral solicitation Address: 5243 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 11, Las Vegas Owner: Jandin Inc. Metrospace Design Group Inc. Business type: Merchandise broker Address: Did not disclose Owner: Susan L. Heath Metrospace Design Group Inc. Business type: Designer-draftsman Address: Did not disclose Owner: Susan L. Heath Michael Kruse Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 10000 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: Michael Kruse Michelle E Woodruff Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 10750 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Michelle E. Woodruff
Mode Salon Business type: Beauty parlor Address: 6365 Simmons St., North Las Vegas Owner: Mode Salon LLC Mr. Janitorial Business type: Property maintenance Address: 5968 Hickory Nut Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Miguel Angel DeJesusMorales Muriel D Gund Esq Business type: Professional services Address: 1805 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Muriel D. Gund My Direct Loan Center LLC Business type: Nondepository lender Address: 2355 Red Rock St., Suite 103, Las Vegas Owner: Michael Mazur Naked Skinn Studio Business type: Beauty parlor Address: 601 Whitney Ranch Drive, Suite D21, Henderson Owner: Catherine Leake Nancy Bonnie Iverson Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 5550 Painted Mirage Road, Suite 140, Las Vegas Owner: Nancy Bonnie Iverson LLC Nellis Trail Laundromat Business type: Dry cleaning/laundry facility and services Address: 765 N. Nellis Blvd., Suite 8, Las Vegas Owner: Jeong Kim Network Security Associates Business type: Computer/network systems Address: 1680 W. Liege Drive, Henderson Owner: Network Security Associates Inc. Nevada Malco Services Business type: Multijurisdictional contractor Address: 5985 McLeod Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Malco Services Nevada Inc. Oasis Insurance Services LLC Business type: Insurance agency Address: 1924 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas Owner: Bob Saunders Oasis Insurance Services LLC Business type: General services Address: 1924 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas Owner: Bob Saunders One O. One Business type: Management or consulting service
Address: 3965 E. Owens Ave., Suite 160, Las Vegas Owner: Moises S. Romero Majano Pact-One Solutions Inc. Business type: Trucking Address: 8215 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Pact-One Solutions Inc. Pancy Coffman LLC Business type: Professional services Address: 8350 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 150, Las Vegas Owner: Pancy Coffman Patriot Environmental Services Business type: Property maintenance Address: 647 Cape Horn Drive, Henderson Owner: Patriot Environmental Services Inc. Paul Thompson Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Paul Thompson Pegasus Marble Inc. Business type: Contractor Address: 2661 Western Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Gagik Zargaryan Penelope Wildberry Business type: Retail Address: 10845 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 120, Henderson Owner: Penelope Wildberry LLC Prism Global Management Group LLC Business type: Business consultant Address: 701 N. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson Owner: Prism Global Management Group LLC Pure Water Stations Inc. Business type: General retail sales Address: 329 N. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Frances Bunnell Pw Enterprises Inc. Business type: Miscellaneous sales/service Address: Did not disclose Owner: Pw Enterprises Inc. R. Directional Drilling & Underground Technology Business type: Multijurisdictional contractor Address: 4590 Copper Sage St., Las Vegas Owner: Jose Ruiz-Luna Radix Construction Inc Business type: Contractor Address: 16 12th Ave., Suite 102, Las Vegas Owner: Jeffrey S. Stimpson
Rancho Circle Laundromat Business type: Dry cleaning/laundry facility and services Address: 2401 W. Bonanza Road, Suite Q, Las Vegas Owner: RCL Services Realty Investment Group Business type: Real estate business Address: 2850 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson Owner: Alfred Barbagallo Resolution Medical Waste Consulting LLC Business type: Type 6 Address: 2440 Ping Drive, Henderson Owner: Resolution Medical Waste Consulting LLC Robles Lawn Service Business type: Property maintenance Address: 4428 Sheen Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Jose and Patricia Robles Rodriguez Promotions Business type: Beer/wine special event liquor permit Address: 2100 N. Boulder Highway, Henderson Owner: Alfonso Rodriguez Round Table Industries Business type: Management or consulting service Address: 3620 N. Rancho Drive, Suite 117, Las Vegas Owner: Ian Ritchie Scope Contracting Business type: Multijurisdictional contractor Address: 3170 E. Sunset Road, Suite B, Las Vegas Owner: A&R Group LLC Second Home Studio Business type: Sales/service Address: 101 W. Brooks Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: Prince Gilyard Seed Capital Business type: Management or consulting service Address: 1707 Village Center Circle, Suite 200, Las Vegas Owner: Seed Consulting LLC Service King Collision Repair Centers Business type: Automotive garage Address: 7350 W. Azure Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Service King Paint & Bod, LLC Shawna Sonnenburg Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 8010 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 140, Las Vegas Owner: Shawna Leigh Sonneburg LLC
Sin City Brew Tours Business type: Brewery tours Address: 244 Palmetto Pointe Drive, Henderson Owner: Hopping Around LLC Smoke Shop Business type: Tobacco sales Address: 4420 E. Charleston Blvd. 7, Las Vegas Owner: Balvinder Kaur Smoke Shop Business type: Tobacco dealer Address: 4420 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 7, Las Vegas Owner: Balvinder Kaur State Fire DC Specialties LLC Business type: Contractor Address: 118 Corporate Park Drive, Suite 113, Las Vegas Owner: Did not disclose Steel Concepts LLC Business type: Multi-jurisdictional contractor Address: 595 E. Brooks Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: Steel Concepts LLC Street Car Po-Boys Business type: Restaurant Address: 5201 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, Las Vegas Owner: Streetcar PO Boys LLC Suite One Salon Business type: Cosmetological establishment Address: 9931 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 1, Las Vegas Owner: Sunstram LLC T1 Payments Business type: Administrative office space Address: 10655 Park Run Drive, Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: T1 Payments LLC Tamra L. Coulter Business type: Real estate salesperson Address: 10000 W. Charleston Blvd. 130, Las Vegas Owner: Tamra L. Coulter TankeRoadirect Business type: Gross revenue Address: 3370 St. Rose Parkway, Suite 2321, Henderson Owner: Nathaniel Mondell Tattoo Tequila Inc. Business type: Food and beverage Address: 17 Cerchio Basso, Henderson Owner: Tattoo Tequila Inc. Techcore Concepts Business type: General services Address: 3634 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Techcore Concepts LLC
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Records and Transactions Tender Tails Pet Salon Business type: Animal products and services Address: 3250 N. Decatur Blvd., North Las Vegas Owner: Cynthia Rubinson Tetra Tech Inc. Business type: Multijurisdictional contractor Address: 1489 W. Warm Springs Road, Suite 110, Henderson Owner: Tetra Tech Inc. The Cleopatra Group LLC Business type: Gross revenue Address: 701 Aspen Peak Loop, Suite 2624, Henderson Owner: The Cleopatra Group LLC The D Business type: Storage facility large Address: 4411 McGuire St., North Las Vegas Owner: Drock Gaming LLC
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Company
Revenue
Net Income (loss)*
Total Assets
Year Est.
Top executive
Las Vegas Sands Corp. 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-414-1000 • sands.com
$15.4 billion
$2.8 billion
$22.4 billion
1990
Sheldon Adelson, chairman, CEO
MGM Resorts International 3600 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-693-7120 • mgmresorts.com
$10.1 billion
$149.9 million
$26.7 billion
1986
James J. Murren, chairman, CEO
Caesars Entertainment Corp. One Caesars Palace Drive Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-407-6000 • caesars.com
$8.5 billion
($2.8 billion)
$23.5 billion
1999
Gary Loveman, chairman, CEO
Wynn Resorts Ltd. 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-770-7555 • wynnresorts.com
$5.4 billion
$731.6 million
$9.1 billion
2005
Steve Wynn, chairman, CEO
Boyd Gaming Corp. 3883 Howard Hughes Parkway, 9th Floor Las Vegas, NV 89169 702-792-7200 • boydgaming.com
$2.7 billion
($53 million)
$4.5 billion
1974
William S. Boyd, executive chairman
Pinnacle Entertainment Inc. 3980 Howard Hughes Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89169 702-541-7777 • pnkinc.com
$2.2 billion
$43.8 million
$4.8 billion
1997
Anthony Sanfilippo, CEO
Southwest Gas Corp. 5241 Spring Mountain Road PO Box 98510 Las Vegas, NV 89193 702-876-7237 • swgas.com
$2.1 billion
$141.1 million
$5.2 billion
1954
John P. Hester, president, CEO
Scientific Games Corp. 6650 S. El Camino Road Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-897-7150 • scientificgames.com
$1.8 billion
($234.3 million)
$10 billion
1989
Gavin Isaacs, president, CEO
Station Casinos LLC 1505 S. Pavilion Center Drive Las Vegas, NV 89135 702-495-3000 • sclv.com
$1.3 billion
$83.3 million
$3 billion
1976
Frank Fertitta III, manager, CEO
Allegiant Travel Co. 1201 N. Town Center Drive Las Vegas, NV 89144 702-851-7300 • allegiantair.com
$1.1 billion
$86.7 million
$1.2 billion
1997
Maurice Gallagher Jr., CEO, director
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 8345 W. Sunset Road, Suite 200 Las Vegas, NV 89113 702-589-3900 • tropicanacasinos.com
$746.7 million
$251.3 million
$1.3 billion
2007
Anthony Rodio, president, CEO
Global Cash Access Holdings Inc. 7250 S. Tenaya Way, Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89113 1-800-833-7110 • gcainc.com
$593.1 million
$12.1 million
$1.7 billion
1998
Ram Chary, president, CEO
Affinity Gaming 3755 Breakthrough Way, Suite 300 Las Vegas, NV 89135 702-341-2400 • affinitygamingllc.com
$388 million
($23.7 million)
$614.2 million
1987
Michael Silberling, CEO
American Casino & Entertainment Properties LLC 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89104 702-380-7777 • acepllc.com
$351.1 million
$7 million
$1.2 billion
2003
Frank Riolo, CEO
Full House Resorts Inc. 4670 S. Fort Apache Road, Suite 190 Las Vegas, NV 89147 702-221-7800 • fullhouseresorts.com
$121.4 million
$20.8 million
$140.9 million
1994
Daniel Lee, CEO
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Get 15% off Parts and Service at Subaru of Las Vegas Plus tax. Coupon valid through 6/30/15. Must present coupon at time of service. Doesn’t apply to prior service. One coupon per guest, per visit. Not valid with any other offer. See dealer for full details.
Buy One Get One FREE Buffet or 50% OFF One Buffet at S7 Buffet
Must be at least 21 with valid photo ID and A-Play Card. Membership into the A-Play Club is free. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Complimentary buffet value up to $12.99, additional fees apply on specialty, brunch and holiday buffets. Tax and Gratuity not included. One coupon per person, per table, per week. Dine in only. No cash value. Void if copied. Management reserves all rights. Expires 6/6/15. Settle to: 535.
5385 W. Sahara ave. LaS vegaS, Nv. 89146
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3 FREE Boneless Wings
FREE Fries
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CRAIG & SIMMONS | TROP & DECATUR | RAINBOW & SPRING MOUNTAIN | NELLIS & STEWART
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With Wing Purchase
Tuesdays from 6p - 10p
*Valid at both LV locations only. Must have Local I.D. # of races may vary. Subject to availability and may be cancelled without notice. Restrictions may apply
*Not valid with any other specials, promotions or offers. Present coupon at time of purchase. Valid at 5 Las Vegas locations. One coupon per Guest visit. Expires 7/31/2015.
4175 SOUTH ARVILLE, LAS VEEGAS, NV 89103 7350 PRAIRIE FALCON RD., LAS VEGAS, NV 89128 CRAIG & SIMMONS | TROP & DECATUR | RAINBOW & SPRING MOUNTAIN | NELLIS & STEWART
(702) 227-RACE www.PolePositionRaceway.com
Buy 1 Get 1 Free Draft Beer
*Must be at least 21 with valid photo ID. Cannot be combined with any other offer. No cash value. Management reserves all rights. Not valid on holidays or during special events. Expires 6/30/2015.
FREE Bloody Mary or Mimosa and $5 OFF adult ticket to Gospel Brunch at House of Blues. *Subject to availability. Must present coupon when booking Gospel Brunch ticket; to get a drink ticket for free Bloody Mary or Mimosa. Limit one coupon per customer. Not valid with any other offers. Offer is non-transferable and has no cash value. Not valid on holidays. Management reserves all rights. Expires 6/30/15.
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HOUSE OF BLUES INSIDE MANDALAY BAY RESORT 3950 LAS VEGAS BLVD. S, LAS VEGAS, NV 89119
(702) 862-BOWL www.BrooklynBowl.com
(702) 632-7600 www.houseofblues.com/lasvegas
FREE Drink On Us at House of Blues Crossroads Bar
Get 10% OFF Any Purchase Over $30
Buy one drink and get the second FREE. *Good for one domestic beer, well drink or house wine, valid at the bar only. Must present this coupon when ordering drink. Limit one coupon per customer. Not valid with any other offers. Offifer is non-transferable and has no cash value. Must be 21+ with valid ID. Management reserves all rights. Expires 6/30/15.
Bring this coupon and get 10% off your purchase of $30 or more in the HOB Company Store *Offer not valid on sundry items, CD’s, Santana Musical Instruments or Artwork. May not be used in conjunction with any other offers. Expires 6/30/15.
HOUSE OF BLUES INSIDE MANDALAY BAY RESORT 3950 LAS VEGAS BLVD. S, LAS VEGAS, NV 89119
hOuSE Of bluES InSIDE MAnDAlAy bAy rESOrt 3950 lAS vEgAS blvD. S. lAS vEgAS, nv 89119
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$5 OFF Any Purchase of $30 or More
$15 OFF Custom Airbrush Spray Tan *Expires 6/15/15. Please present coupon at time of appointment. Management reserves all rights. No cash value. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
Present this coupon at time of purchase. Management reserves all rights.Cannot be combined with any other discount or offer.
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6030 W. WINDMILL LN., LAS VEGAS, NV 89139
8544 BLUE DIAMOND, LAS VEGAS, NV 89178
(702) 262-9100
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725 S RacetRack Rd. HeNdeRSON, Nv 89015 (702) 566-5555 www.clubfortunecasino.com
Must become a Player Rewards card member to redeem. existing Player Rewards card Members do not qualify. cannot be used in conjunction with any other free slot play offer. Management reserves all rights. Limit of one (1) New Member free slot play offer per person and Player Rewards card. Group #5332. valid 5/31/15 - 6/6/15.
Per Carton of Cigarettes — NO LIMIT — Las Vegas Smoke Shop 1225 N. MAIN STREET, LV, NV 89101 (702) 366-1101 Snow Mountain Smoke Shop 11525 NU-WAV KAIV BLVD, LV, NV 89124 (702) 645-2957 www.LVPaiuteSmokeShop.com
$5 for any Medium Beverage, any Sandwich and Hash Browns
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*(Plus appl. tax). Limit one coupon per customer per visit. Coupon and barcode must be presented at time of purchase. Shop must retain coupon. No substitutions allowed. No cash refunds. Void if copied or transferred and where prohibited or restricted by law. Consumer must pay applicable tax. May not be combined with any other coupon, discount, promotion combo or value meal. Coupon may not be reproduced, copied, purchased, traded or sold. Internet distribution strictly prohibited. Cash redemption value: 1/20 of 1 cent. © 2015 DD IP Holder LLC. All rights reserved. Expires: 6/20/2015
FREE Entrée with the purchase of any other entrée and two beverages of equal or lesser value* *Offer valid at participating Denny’s Nevada locations only. One coupon, per table, per visit. Second entrée must be of equal or lesser value. Not valid with any other coupons or promotional offers. Coupon has no cash value. No change returned. Taxes and gratuity not included. Beverages not included. Selection and prices may vary. Only original coupon accepted. Photocopied and Internet printed or purchased coupons are not valid. No substitutions. © 2015 DFO, LLC. Expires 6/06/15.
*Cannot be used to purchase Marlboro, Misty, KOOL or Pyramid. NO LIMIT on any other brand of carton purchased. Excludes filtered cigars. Must be 18 years of age or older. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Limit one discount given per customer per day. Must present this coupon for redemption. Cannot be redeemed for cash. No photocopies accepted. COUPON EXPIRES 6/30/2015 COUPON CODE: TS SERVING LAS VEGAS SINCE 1978 THE ONLY TRIBAL SMOKE SHOP IN LV
$
31 Off Your Next Removal (800) 468-5865 www.1800gotjunk.com
*Not valid with any other offer. Limit one coupon per customer. Expires 6/30/15.
One Free Order of Fried Pickles with purchase of regular priced entrée. *Dine in only. Must present coupon to redeem offer. Not valid with any other offer. Excludes holidays and special events. Management reserves all rights. Not including tax or gratuity. One voucher per guest per visit.
3850 LAS VEGAS BLVD. SO., LAS VEGAS, NV 89109
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THE NEW LAS VEGAS HAS ARRIVED And it’s taking shape at The Ogden
Everything you desire begins at The Ogden. An exciting array of dining options, a community grocery market, a casually hip nightlife, independent boutiques,
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coffee houses and more. It’s the new Las Vegas, a growing neighborhood of inspiring individuals and businesses. And it’s all taking shape at The Ogden’s doorstep, at the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and everywhere you want to be.
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