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More than 50 families of Syrian refugees were saved by a Canadian businessman who donated $1.5 million and offered jobs to those seeking new lives in Canada, according to news site FiveThirtyEight.

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The new year always invites future-gazing, but with the presidential election and its aftermath, 2017 is especially hard to peg. So we’re focusing on our corner of the world — this valley of more than 2 million people — and widening the scope to the next five years, and all of the aspirations and conflicts that will take shape.

couch potato to fitness champ

charting their own course

Kasper Jorgenson was approaching his 40th birthday and feeling sick and tired every day. Overweight and unhealthy, the former MMA fighter took back his life, and he has inspiration to spare.

SLAM Academy is a charter school specializing in leadership and management, but the core of those studies is sports. Its first crop of 500 students in grades six through nine just finished their first semester, hoping the experience will jump-start internships and careers in sports, from medicine to marketing a pro franchise.

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One good deed became a crusade

Mandy Telleria’s Good Deed Project gives shelters the TLC they need.

In June, the American Red Cross of Southern Nevada turns 100. Founded by a small group of volunteers who rolled bandages and knitted warm clothes for soldiers fighting in World War I, the aid organization has grown into “a springboard for the betterment of our future — our children. We are not your grandparent’s Red Cross.”

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Let’s talk about cybersecurity A guide to post-hack action. Larry Flynt isn’t backing down The Hustler publisher is ready to go to bat for civil liberties.

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We can be an example for the nation Nevada lawmakers have an opportunity to become a beacon of moderacy. a worthy aspiration, as moderates occupy a special place in the democratic process.

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Hikers check out “Newspaper Rock” in the Falling Man petroglyph area last year in the Gold Butte region, northeast of Las Vegas. On Dec. 28, President Barack Obama designated two national monuments at sites in Utah and Nevada, which includes the 300,000acre area now known as the Gold Butte National Monument. (Las Vegas News Bureau)

DEC. 25

WHITE CHRISTMAS A blanket of snow on Mount Charleston attracted so many people that authorities shut down State Routes 156 and 157 because of limited parking.

DEC. 26

THEY’RE NO. 1 The Bishop Gorman High football team was voted national champion in USA Today’s rankings for the third consecutive season. The Gaels have won 54 games in a row.

DEC. 29

CHARGING AHEAD MGM Resorts International began charging locals for self-parking at most of its Strip garages. Selfparking at Circus Circus remains free.

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FROM NV TO DC Catherine Cortez Masto will be sworn in to become the first Latina in the U.S. Senate. Newcomers Jacky Rosen and Ruben Kihuen, both Democrats, will take their seats in the House.

JAN. 6

PAINTING THE TOWN First Friday will feature an interactive art project offering guests a chance to stamp footprints onto a canvas (in shoes provided by the event) and write their wishes for 2017.

$4.7B Gaming win in Nevada from July 1 to Nov. 30, 2016, state officials reported. That total was up 3.55 percent from the same period a year earlier.

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FAREWELL TO two LEGENDs Hollywood and Las Vegas entertainment icon Debbie Reynolds died at 84 on Dec. 28, a day after her daughter, actress Carrie Fisher, died from an earlier heart attack. Reynolds, who performed in Las Vegas into her 80s, was the owner of the off-Strip Debbie Reynolds Hotel and Casino and was a homeowner in the midcentury modern Paradise Palms neighborhood.

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Debbie Reynolds is joined onstage by daughter Carrie Fisher on the opening night of her run at the Desert Inn on July 28, 1971. (Jim Borrup/ Las Vegas News Bureau)

Debbie Reynolds and daughter Carrie Fisher arrive at the Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas to celebrate Elizabeth Taylor’s 75th birthday in 2007. (Brian Jones/Las Vegas News Bureau)

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PATHWAY TO THE PAST City officials in North Las Vegas OK’d a plan to build a walking trail at the Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. The path, which would be nearly 2 miles long, will be built near the future site of a master-planned community near the 35-square-mile monument. Housing developer KBS Capital Advisors will build $5 million in roads and trailhead parking, which will then be maintained by the city.

The city of Henderson, the Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development will break ground Jan. 4 at Nevada State College on the state’s first unmanned aerial systems urban test site.

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Expected attendance at CES, the global consumer electronics show, which opens at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Thursday and continues through Sunday.

DEC. 28

FAILURE TO LAUNCH Attorney General Adam Laxalt said Nevada wouldn’t be able to institute the voter-approved ballot measure that calls for expanded background checks on gun sales and transfers because neither the state nor the FBI would conduct the checks.

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Metro Police crime scene analysts investigate after a burned and dismembered body was found Dec. 28 in a dirt lot near Lake Mead and Lamb boulevards. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)

Maximum increase in insurance rates drivers in Nevada can expect after a DUI, according to NerdWallet. The same report showed that a speeding ticket can result in an increase of up to 17 percent.

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Kaspersky offers smartphone protection for as low as $9.99 per year, and computer protection ranges from $29.99 to $112.49.

PHISHING

BE AWARE OF ONLINE THIEVES

A form of hacking in which the hacker tricks the user into disclosing personal information by posing as a social network site, email, bank or well-known entity such as Paypal or eBay.

BY JESSE GRANGER | STAFF WRITER

Online shopping and package-delivering drones have replaced trips to the mall. Bank accounts can be checked and funds transferred with the swipe of a finger across a phone screen. Technological advances can make life easier, but they also paint giant targets on personal information available in cyberspace. ¶ According to a study by IBM and the Ponemon Institute, the average cost of a data breach in 2015 was $3.79 million, and Juniper Research projected that cybercrime would become a $2.1 trillion problem by 2019. ¶ With the increasing threat of cybercrime, here is what you need to know about it.

COMMON TERMS Sources: trendmicro.com, pcmag.com, toptenreviews. com, us.norton.com, usa. kaspersky.com, bitdefender. com, tested.com, nytimes. com, securityintelligence. com, juniperresearch.com

ADWARE

As its name suggests, adware is designed to force ads to display on your screen. Some adware creates pop-up ads so quickly they are impossible to click off of, and will slow your computer to a crawl.

Packets of personalized information gathered from websites you visit and stored on your computer. Common examples are usernames and passwords that your computer saves so you don’t have to log in every time you visit a website.

Bitdefender has protection for certain smartphones starting as low as $14.99 per year. Computer protection ranges from $59.99 up to $129 for protection on unlimited devices.

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SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS

Change your password. In most cases, hackers don’t change passwords, so the account can still be accessed. In such a scenario, changing your password immediately could prevent future attacks. Be sure to use the two-step verification in which a code is sent to your phone; that way, the hacker has no way of getting the new code without access to your mobile device.

Check the settings on your account. After regaining control of your account, go over all of the settings to assure the hacker hasn’t forwarded emails to another account. In the case of social media, delete any applications you don’t recognize.

Warn your contacts/friends. Send a message to all of your contacts or friends informing them that your account was temporarily hacked, and warning them of any emails or messages containing links that could lead to them being hacked as well.

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Run a malware scan. There are many malware and antivirus scans out there, and running your computer through one is one of the best ways to assure you have solved the problem.

Take preventive measures. Try to use secure and private networks whenever possible, and when using public networks, be careful with the information you disclose. Avoid suspicious phishing emails or links, and bookmark trusted shopping sites to avoid landing on a fraudulent site that is posing as a real one. On social media, never type your password into a site that isn’t the official media platform.

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Close the bank account as soon as possible and transfer all of the money into a new account. Most banks allow this to be done over the phone.

Call all other financial institutions you use, such as other banks, credit cards or loans, to be sure your other accounts haven’t been compromised in case the hacker has more information about you. Most will allow you to put a verbal password on the account.

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Run a credit report to see if accounts have been created in your name without your authorization.

Get in touch with one of the three major credit agencies and place a 90-day freeze on your credit report. This will disable the hacker from opening new accounts or taking out loans. The three major credit agencies are: Experian: 1-800-397-3742 ■ Equifax: 1-800-525-6285 ■ TransUnion: 1-800-680-7289 ■

Report your case to the local police department and the Federal Trade Commission.

Norton is one of the more well-known antivirus companies on the market. It offers phone protection for as low as $9.99 and its “Elite” package tracks credit history, bank accounts and more for $149.99.

FIREWALL

MALWARE

SPYWARE

TROJAN

A digital barrier to keep unwanted intruders outside of a computer system or network, while still allowing those inside the barrier to communicate safely. Firewalls can be physical devices used to separate networks, software programs or a combination of the two.

A generic term for a host of things that can harm your computer, including viruses and worms.

Designed to gather information from the computer or network without the user knowing it’s there. Some spyware can even track key strokes.

Just as the Greeks snuck into Troy inside a wooden horse, the Trojans on a computer look similar to legitimate programs, and once downloaded can destroy files, alter information, steal passwords or other information, or basically anything the designer wants it to do.

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THE NEXT 5 YEARS F o re c ast i n g L as V e g as’ f u t u re , fr o m ne w r o a d s t o p r o s p o rts

ECONOMY Where Las Vegas’ economy goes depends on where the national economy goes and, to a lesser extent, what national policies are in place, says Steve Hill, the top economic development official in Nevada. “We have a goal to rely more and more on international tourists,” Hill said. “With the new (presidential) administration and potentially different relationships, it matters to us that we continue to be both a welcoming and easy place to come to from all over the world.” While it’s unlikely that the economy will look substantially different in five years, Hill said you might see growth in sectors like water technology, renewable energy and information technology as the state continues to work toward economic diversity. Those industries just aren’t big enough to change the big picture. The region’s top industries — gaming and hospitality, health care and financial operations — will continue to be.

Hill noted that room rates on the Strip were getting closer to a point that would support investment in new projects. “If that happens over the next year or so, four or five years from now you’re going to see new projects opening and new ones on the board,” Hill said. “That just drives a lot of the economy in Southern Nevada.” Construction at electric-car company Faraday Future’s factory site in North Las Vegas has stalled, but Hill thinks Faraday will boost manufacturing jobs in the long run. In the short run, he expects the Chinese-backed company to produce a car as quickly as it can on a smaller scale than originally intended and then work toward a full factory. Then there’s the NFL stadium. If the Raiders come to Las Vegas and a venue is built, Las Vegas would add 1 percent to its tourism volume, Hill said. But with so many moving parts, he added that anyone trying to predict the near future “ought to add a footnote that says, ‘What the heck do I know?’” — Megan Messerly

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THE STRIP: LANDSCAPE If the most buzzed-about projects all come together, Las Vegas Boulevard could see tremendous balance by 2022. On the northern end, Malaysia’s Genting Group expects to push vertical construction of Resorts World early this year, a $4 billion construction project the likes of which Las Vegas hasn’t seen since CityCenter arrived seven years ago. Combine that with Steve Wynn’s Paradise Park attraction and the 600,000-square-foot expansion of the Las Vegas Convention Center into the former Riviera site, and the quiet end of the Strip could suddenly be making the most noise. The future of Alon, the hotel Crown Resorts abandoned, faces uncertainty.

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The balance comes if the Oakland Raiders commit to a Las Vegas relocation and a $1.9 billion domed stadium is erected. That project would be a true game changer for the Strip, especially if it ignites an update of public transportation in the tourist corridor. Nearby, the next five years should also see work done at the Tropicana and Excalibur resorts, following in the footsteps of a complete renovation of the Monte Carlo into Park MGM and NoMad, a project that should wrap up in early 2018. Whatever happens on the north end, the stretch between the Cosmopolitan, Aria, the refreshed Monte Carlo and T-Mobile Arena would likely be the hot spot — still — five years down the boulevard. — Brock Radke Illustration by Chris Morris

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EDUCATION The undisputed king of education priorities in Nevada for the foreseeable future is the state’s rollout of a new student funding formula. Right now state officials treat a student from a wealthy, white family the same as a poor Hispanic student still learning English, despite overwhelming evidence showing the latter demographic takes more resources to educate. Nevada education leaders are in the process of figuring out the specifics of the formula, but the real work will fall to legislators this year as they seek more than $1 billion to fund it. Not far behind is the reorganization of the Clark County School District, the fifth largest in the nation. That’s because the reorganization, which is intended to put more power into the hands of principals and parents, largely depends on the funding formula for staff to be able to budget for their school’s specific needs. It’s a massive undertaking that, in the end, could go either way. If parental involvement in school decisionmaking is robust, Las Vegas could see a renaissance in an area that has long handicapped schools. But that’s a big if. Nevada’s Education Savings Account program, while it tends to grab headlines, is more of a political issue than it is an education one. Data show ESAs are most popular with the state’s wealthier residents, despite their tendency to live in neighborhoods near high-performing schools. Because the Nevada Supreme Court ruled in September that the program couldn’t use public education funds, schools won’t be seriously financially handicapped. But the roughly 8,000 families who applied for ESAs will have to find an alternative. — Ian Whitaker

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HOUSING Coming off the roller coaster of the recession, the housing market has settled into what most industry analysts classify as “stable.” Conditions are characterized by a relatively healthy balance between supply and demand. Importantly, median home price points are well-aligned with median household incomes, suggesting housing remains relatively affordable. Expansion of underlying fundamentals in the economy will have the single largest effect on the housing sector in the near- to midterm. Growth in population and employment supports demand, and the tourism industry — which accounts for one-third of the direct employment — is expected to remain on track, particularly as the convention sector provides more solid footing. The construction industry also is expected to continue its recovery, and an estimated $20 billion in planned activity on major projects should help. Yet land availability and pricing remain concerns for builders, along with increased cost of development, which could constrain affordability for many. There are fewer foreclosures and homeowners with negative equity, and the mix of resale home transactions is overwhelmingly slanted toward nondistressed activity. While there are some headwinds worthy of consideration, the overall outlook for the Southern Nevada housing market suggests the probability is slim of a repeat of the debacle of the late ’00s. Market expectations point toward more modest price appreciation aligned with income growth. Some slack in the market may bode well for buyers, and sellers should see values generally hold. — Brian Gordon, principal at Applied Analysis and SalesTraq

ROADS As this metropolitan area has grown, so have its roadways, leading to greater connectivity within the valley — and traffic snarls during construction. The Nevada Department of Transportation has a list of projects in the queue, and more could be on the way if federal funding appears. Here’s a look at what’s on deck: • Project Neon will culminate in a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) flyover bridge from southbound U.S. 95 to southbound Interstate 15. The project also will convert two existing express lanes on I-15 into a general purpose and HOV lane, creating 22 miles of carpool lanes between I-15 and U.S. 95. • Construction will continue on the Centennial Bowl, connecting U.S. 95 and the 215 Beltway in the northwest valley. Some parts opened in 2016, and work is expected to finish in 2020. • NDOT hopes to break ground in spring on an interchange project at I-15 and Starr Avenue in the south valley. It will provide new access to the highway and both sides of the valley for residents in Southern Highlands and neighborhoods east of Las Vegas Boulevard. • The interchange at I-15 and Tropicana Avenue will be transformed sometime after 2020 into a tight diamond configuration with better access to and from the highway. • With more activity expected at Apex Industrial Park in North Las Vegas in coming years, NDOT plans to make improvements to U.S. 93. The plan calls for widening it to two lanes in each direction for 5 miles. The project is expected to break ground in June. • A 6-mile stretch of State Route 160, which connects Las Vegas to Pahrump, is slated to be widened from two to four lanes starting in 2018. — Jackie Valley

YUCCA MTN. “There may be a serious attempt, but it won’t happen,” U.S. Sen. Harry Reid said during his last week in the Capitol. As the Democratic leader in the Senate, Reid worked with the White House to starve the Yucca Mountain project of funding, effectively killing plans to store more than 70,000 metric tons of radioactive waste in Nye County. But Reid’s retirement means the next five years could see its revival. Five of the six members of Nevada’s congressional delegation have pledged to defeat Yucca. (Republican Rep. Mark Amodei is against it in its current form but open to discussion.) Opponents worry about the safety of transporting nuclear waste across the country, and about how storing it at Yucca would negatively affect Southern Nevada’s economy by slowing population growth and damaging tourism. Proponents point to evidence of the project’s safety and have insisted Yucca is the best location for the country’s waste. Reviving the project would be time-consuming and costly. So even if talks began today, don’t expect Yucca Mountain to be open in five years. — Megan Messerly

DOWNTOWN It has been five years since Tony Hsieh said he would spend $350 million to fund the creation of Downtown Project. DTP has transformed East Fremont from the crime-plagued border of the Fremont Street Experience into a thriving corridor of unique bars and lounges, eateries and shops. Still, Hsieh plans on switching gears over the next five. “One of the challenges we recognized early on was the chicken-and-egg problem of deciding whether to first invest in small businesses such as restaurants and bars or to first invest in building residential,” Hsieh said. “We chose to do the former in the early years and are now focusing more on the latter.” DTP is working on Fremont9, a 231-unit luxury complex opening this year, and also will transform the run-down Ferguson Motel into an enclave of outdoor retail and taverns. “It’s hard to predict exactly how things will look five years from now,” Hsieh said, “but I’m excited about the momentum in helping make downtown Las Vegas a place of inspiration, entrepreneurial energy, creativity, innovation, upward mobility and discovery.” — Jesse Granger

POPULATION Las Vegas’ major growth spurt may be over, but its population continues to inch up. ¶ Clark County’s total population hit 2,141,655 this year and is expected to increase by roughly 1 percent in the next few years. That means an additional 25,000 to 28,000 people will settle in each year, boosting the total population to 2.2 million by the end of 2019, according to projections from state demographer Jeff Hardcastle. ¶ Where are all these people coming from? ¶ The bulk are from Southern California counties — Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange and San Bernardino — or Maricopa County in Arizona, which includes Phoenix, Hardcastle said. Those places also are where people tend to go if they leave the Las Vegas area. Generally, he said, the ebb and flow boils down to proximity and job opportunity. So don’t just assume vehicles with California and Arizona plates are tourists here for a good time. They may be your new neighbors. –Jackie Valley

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During the summer of 2016, as was the case the previous summer, Lake Mead water levels dropped to new historic lows, creating a larger bathtub ring around the reservoir and more frightening imagery of water scarcity in the West. The states that rely on the lake — Arizona, California and Nevada — escaped cuts for 2017, but water officials expect that the first-ever supply cuts will be scheduled for 2018. ¶ The Southern Nevada Water Authority has long planned for a leaner resource. Not only are officials confident about their position for the next five years, when the effects of cuts are expected to be small, they see Las Vegas meeting demand for the next half-century, even as population increases and more reductions are mandated. ¶ Such positioning, which could require tapping into new resources, requires some political navigation. Northern Nevada water groups have criticized the SNWA’s plan to build a $3.2 billion pipeline to transport groundwater. The water authority also is looking to partner with Mexico for a greater Lake Mead share. — Daniel Rothberg

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TECHNOLOGY In late 2013, the Federal Aviation Administration named Nevada one of its six test sites for development of autonomous aircraft. Operations were slow at first but have continued to expand as state officials look for opportunities to test large drones. The Governor’s Office of Economic Development has enticed companies to the state by granting opportunities for testing. These range from big players like Microsoft to newer drone-specific startups, and such development is likely to continue. When it comes to manufacturing technology, the outlook is less clear. It was international news this year when Faraday Future, an electric car startup backed by Chinese billionaire Jia Yueting, broke ground on a $1 billion factory in North Las Vegas. But it was news again when the company confirmed in October that it had fallen behind on its construction payments. While construction is expected to restart in the next year, the lapse deepened concerns that the firm might not come through with ambitious plans to compete with legacy car manufacturers — who also are investing in electric cars — and newcomers like Tesla that already have brought vehicles to market. Faraday could give more details in January when it unveils its first production vehicle at CES. Once thought of as the more quixotic of the two anchors of Apex Industrial Park, Hyperloop One has raised nearly $100 million to build a test loop for its technology, which would transport passengers or cargo in high-speed pods down enclosed tubes. It did a preliminary test of its concept last year, and just announced an agreement with Dubai to explore building its first hyperloop transportation system in the Middle East. But as with Faraday, it still has many milestones to meet and challenges to overcome. Most importantly, Hyperloop One must prove its technology works and is not as impractical or far-fetched as critics contend. — Daniel Rothberg

THE STRIP: TOURISTS Las Vegas often bills itself as the Entertainment Capital of the World, and in five years that will ring truer than ever. Kevin Bagger, executive director of the research center for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, expects a swell in the masses flying into Las Vegas from around the world. “Currently, 16 percent of our visitors are international,” Bagger said. “We have a stretch goal of getting it up to 30 percent, and I don’t know if we’ll be there in five years, but we will be well on our way.” Bagger expects numbers to spike with the recent launch of Las Vegas’ first nonstop flight to and from mainland China. He added that the U.S. government had a stated goal of being the destination for 100 million visitors annually by 2021, and Las Vegas was in line with that objective. However, the gaming machines these international tourists sit down at when they arrive at Las Vegas casinos may be slightly different in 2022. “E-sports is a new phenomenon, and it will be interesting to see how that plays out,” Bagger said. “The younger crowd seems far more interested in skill-based games.” While Las Vegas has clearly funneled some attention and investment from gaming into nightclubs, pools and entertainment, Bagger says gambling isn’t going anywhere. “The investment by casinos in nongaming is a decadeslong project,” Bagger said. “But at the same time, gaming is still a key experience of Las Vegas.” — Jesse Granger

GAMING What are the trends that will shape the gaming industry’s next phase? Financial information firm Fitch Ratings shared these insights: Poorer people are staying poorer: Lowincome earners aren’t seeing their income grow as much as they did in decades past. Fitch blames this trend for “lackluster gaming demand.” Low interest rates mean seniors have less money: Fitch quotes a study that found interest from investments makes up at least 5 percent of income for people 65 and older — otherwise known as slot players. Smartphones are a threat: Fitch sees an overlap between customers for casinos and the people who play social casino games on smartphones and tablets. Social games could be, Fitch says, “a substitute for casino gaming.” Lotteries could draw customers away from casinos: Nevada’s constitution explicitly forbids a state lottery. But across the U.S., lotteries are increasingly attractive to gamblers. “On a very basic level, instant ticket games from lotteries much more closely resemble gambling,” said Alex Bumazhny of Fitch. “Steadily, lotteries are becoming increasingly more casino-gambling like. Some states like Michigan have online scratch-off tickets that look just like a slot.” Slots will slowly lose ground to table games: Fitch says slots’ percentage of gross gaming revenue will decline nationally to 75 percent by 2030 from approximately 85 percent today. — Thomas Moore

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THE STRIP ENTERTAINMENT Thanks to an outbreak of closed shows, from “Jersey Boys” and “ShowStoppers” to “Rock of Ages,” concern about the future of the traditional Las Vegas production has bubbled up. But Strip entertainment is more cyclical than unpredictable, and already we’ve seen hints of its next evolution through niche hits such as “Absinthe” and the bold, music-oriented direction of Cirque du Soleil’s “The Beatles Love” and “Michael Jackson One.” Today’s visitor craves a more diverse entertainment experience, which is why the tailor-made concert production from resident artists like Britney Spears at Planet Hollywood’s Axis or Bruno Mars at the Park Theater is the defining trend of the current era. And more top talent is coming. “We’ll continue to have the opportunity to create these shows you can’t see anywhere else because the venues are so well-designed and bring so many technical, creative elements,” said John Nelson, senior vice president at AEG Las Vegas, which started the trend with Celine Dion at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The megaconcert won’t be the only big draw; live music will continue to power other changes in the entertainment scene in nightclubs and smaller-scale productions. With the news that Rock in Rio won’t return to the Strip in 2017 (though MGM entertainment exec Chris Baldizan says it could be back later), it seems like the international music festival craze will have difficulty finding its footing in Las Vegas, with the exception of the utterly dominant Electric Daisy Carnival at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. “People have so many other distractions when they’re in Vegas,” Nelson said. “It’s almost as if the festival model requires too much of their time.” — Brock Radke

PRO SPORTS In five years, don’t be surprised if the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights and the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders are joined by a third professional sports league, the NBA. This isn’t some bold prediction. It has legs. Seattle and Las Vegas could be added together as expansion teams to bring the NBA to 32 members. The league would shift New Orleans or Memphis to the Eastern Conference to accommodate two West Coast additions and have a pair of 16-team conferences. Seattle lost its franchise to Oklahoma City in 2008 because Key Arena was outdated, but an investment group is in advanced talks to construct a new facility. Seattle should first get an expansion hockey team — the NHL planned to expand by two franchises, but took only Las Vegas as it presumably waited for Seattle to build. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has previously met with Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman and, unlike other league commissioners, has always been receptive to Las Vegas as a viable option. But first, the city needs to prove it’s bigleague. If it supports the Golden Knights with sellout games and merchandise purchases, it will signal to the NBA that the city is ready. — Ray Brewer

Will YOU WANT TO LIVE HERE IN 5 YEARS?

Yes, because it’s pretty certain that the quality of life will improve on important fronts. Las Vegas City Manager Betsy Fretwell anticipates a remodeled, friendlier downtown, thanks to a 30-year general plan that was adopted in June, providing guidelines to make urban neighborhoods more livable. Within five years, Las Vegans can expect a downtown distinguished by urban trails and peppered with shade trees and, thanks to speedy advances in driverless cars, less traffic. In fact, many Las Vegans will begin shedding their shackles to vehicles — freeing up their garages and dollars spent on gas and insurance, and turning to a commercial network of autonomous shuttles. Live next to a parking structure? Lucky you, because with fewer cars on the road, parking facilities may give way to urban parks. (Government will mourn the loss of revenue from traffic fines; emergency rooms won’t be as crowded with accident victims; and young people will want to avoid careers in car insurance and collision repair.) The quality of schools will depend on how a dramatic, upending reorganization of the Clark County School District plays out. But the notion that each school will set a curriculum and budgeting priorities based on its neighborhood needs and the input of parents, staff and faculty, suggests a responsiveness to student needs not yet possible. Southern Nevada will continue to grapple with other civic needs. Clark County Commissioner Larry Brown worries about public safety and says governments must find a way to sustain sufficient funding for courts, police and fire departments. Former Clark County Manager Thom Reilly, now a consultant on government and urban affairs, challenges politicians and bureaucrats serving Southern Nevada to work in selfless concert to address our shared needs. And Gard Jameson, a hands-on philosopher who is steeped in various community-level efforts, worries that with nearly 10 percent of adolescents attempting suicide and with life expectancy for local black women among the lowest in the nation, gaps in social services seriously need to be addressed, perhaps under the guidance of UNLV and the United Way. What do future leaders worry about? At the recent Las Vegas Sun Youth Forum, one group of high school seniors and juniors spoke as one voice in pleading for more resources to fight drug abuse and sex trafficking. The future of their Las Vegas, these teens said, will be defined by how well we care for one another. — Tom Gorman

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Design firm owner’s Good Deed Project connects the dots for those in need By Camalot Todd Staff Writer

Mandy Telleria remembers watching her mother, a Mexican immigrant, work two jobs to provide for her and her half-brother. She remembers the winter the fridge broke, when what little food they had went into a cooler until Telleria’s mother could scrape together the money for repairs. At the same time, a teenage cousin reached out for a place to stay, and there wasn’t a moment of hesitation. “One of her biggest goals was to make sure we had, obviously, food on the table and a place to live, but a decent place to live,” Telleria said, adding that her mom’s kindness extended to anyone in need. Now, 33-year-old Telleria is paying it forward through her nearly 2-year-old nonprofit organization, the Good Deed Project, which renovates other nonprofit organizations pro bono. Its first beneficiary was Living Grace, a shelter for homeless teenage mothers. Telleria said that while construction was ongoing, one of the young women living there peeked at the overhaul of the antiquated, leaking bathroom and said, “I’ve never had such a nice bathroom in my entire life.” “I understand that when you see something, then you see possibility,” Telleria said. “And when she saw that bathroom, she saw that something else was possible.” Telleria, who manages her own design firm, Voi (pronounced voy), and teaches architectural design technologies at College of Southern Nevada, is focused now on remodeling Safe House, a shelter for victims of domestic abuse. Work on the 8,000-square-foot structure and its nine suites began in 2016, but it wasn’t as easy as just wanting to help. Given the sensitivity around the safety of its tenants, the shelter’s location is not disclosed, so volunteers had to be thoroughly vetted, and construction had to be done around the women, children and families. On a visit to Lowe’s, Telleria asked a manager for a donation of new blinds. She got the blinds, and a meeting with human resources manager Doris Mejia, who explained the Heroes project: Each Lowe’s store has a budget to help nonprofits. Mejia realized her store couldn’t cover all nine suites, so she recruited seven others. Lowe’s Heroes donated supplies, and

Doris Mejia, left, and Mandy Telleria worked together to help renovate Safe House, a shelter for victims of domestic abuse. (mikayla whitmore/staff)

HOW TO HELP The Good Deed Project n Contact Mandy Telleria at 702-885-8690 to donate or volunteer n Check out renovations on Facebook @TheGOODDEEDproject100

SAFE House n Donate: gently used books, clothes and small household items, canned food, appliances, gift cards for gas and groceries, bus passes, personal hygiene products, toys and school supplies n Shop: thrift stores like the Giving Store and Lootique, which donate profits (once overhead is paid) to SAFE House n Volunteer: safehousenv.org/volunteer

store employees volunteered to do the labor. “It has touched my heart to know that a renovation has such an impact on them and how they live, and how they receive hope from living in a space that was designed just for them,” Telleria said. The shelter houses up to 55 people at a time. Last year, it served about 800 survivors — often near capacity — and it has been a decade since its last renovation. “You can imagine the wear and tear,” said Annette Scott, director of advocacy and outreach. One suite’s subfloor was rotting and another wasn’t level, and there was mold, Mejia said. The windows had to be covered for the survivors’ privacy, but some had sheets pinned up. Safe House

depends on donations, and Scott said sometimes, there just wasn’t money for blinds. The passion project was founded by Julie and the late Ken Proctor. She was a survivor of an abusive first marriage, and he was a Henderson municipal court judge who witnessed the revolving door of families entering his courtroom. “When the abuse was happening to me in the ’70s, there were no facilities, there were no services, and it was very frightening. I was young; I had a child,” said Proctor, executive director of Safe House. “It has been my desire not to have anyone who comes through our doors feel that way. … When we built the shelter in 1997, we wanted it to be homey. … That’s what Mandy has done.”

In addition to shelter, Safe House provides counseling and training for work and life in the hope that survivors can move past their abuse. “Some victims choose to go back,” Proctor said. “If that’s what they want, we give them case plans, we give them safety planning; our doors are always open to them to return. But there are a few who we’ve lost over the years.” Proctor said that in cases of domestic abuse, help frequently doesn’t come even when friends and neighbors see or hear things, mostly because they assume someone else is stepping in. “I think the community needs to be more involved,” she said. Telleria is. Her background in the design world helps her network to do good deeds. The Safe House project included a $5,000 grant from NV Energy for an LED lamp and a reduction in the facility’s energy bill; Lowe’s Heroes helped with supplies and installation; landscaping company Silver Lands Inc. redid the yards with plants donated by Star Nursery. “The name of the Good Deed Project came through knowing that I wouldn’t be able to do this by myself,” Telleria said, “one good deed at a time.”

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Larry Flynt vs. the Donald The Hustler publisher talks civil liberties in the age of Trump By Ric Anderson Staff Writer

Publisher Larry Flynt, pictured here in 2008, has a long history of fighting First Amendment battles in court. (associated press file)

Larry Flynt fiercely opposed Donald Trump during the 2016 election, going so far as to offer a $1 million bounty for scandalous video of Trump similar to the “Access Hollywood” recording. Although the Hustler publisher failed to keep Trump out of the White House, Flynt said he’d be watching the president-elect closely, especially for any attempt to restrict First Amendment freedoms. “If he wants a fight, I’m ready,” Flynt said. At 74, Flynt has been fighting First Amendment court battles for decades. His most renowned case, Hustler Magazine vs. Falwell, ended with Flynt winning a ruling in the U.S. Supreme Court, which clarified that public figures could not recover damages for emotional distress based on parodies. The case, which was re-created in the 1996 hit film “The People vs. Larry Flynt,” stemmed from a lawsuit filed against Flynt by the Rev. Jerry Falwell, based on a cartoon in Hustler that suggested Falwell’s first sexual encounter was with his mother in an outhouse. Flynt’s other free-press actions included a 2004 suit against the Department of Defense, alleging a Hustler reporter had been barred access to U.S. combat troops in Afghanistan. That case was thrown out, with the judge saying the reporter had been placed on a list of journalists who were granted conditional access to travel with troops. During this year’s presidential campaign, Flynt accused Trump of hypocrisy in his treatment of women, and especially took exception to Trump’s claim that “nobody has more respect for women than me.” Although Flynt has faced extensive criticism for his own treatment of women — including that images published in Hustler promoted sexual violence — Flynt contended during the campaign, “I have always celebrated women.” He said the way Trump had treated women was “disappointing and unbelievable.” Flynt has been a Las Vegas business operator since 2010, when he opened Larry Flynt’s Hustler Club, at 6007 Dean Martin Drive. He recently opened a second Hustler Hollywood sex shop (in addition to one inside the club), at 620 E. Sahara Ave. After the new store’s grand opening, Flynt discussed business, Trump and civil liberties.

Why did you expand in Las Vegas? The market’s very good, so I thought the Sahara location looked like it would turn into something pretty good. ... I think Las Vegas is definitely on its way back. It may be a while before more casinos go up in Vegas, but I think other businesses are going to continue to thrive. What’s your perspective on Donald Trump’s election and potential effects on free speech? You would have to remind me of that carnival barker. I don’t think he’ll be around long. But even if they are able to impeach him, we’ll still be stuck with (Mike) Pence, and Pence is worse than he is. I was fighting all those First Amendment brush fires across the country in the ’70s and the ’80s, and I thought we’d been there, done that. But who knows with Trump what you’re going to get. Are you prepared to go to court again to fight for the First Amendment? You have to. Freedom’s very fragile. It can be lost as easy as it’s gained. That’s what people fail to realize. Standing up for free speech or democracy in general is very, very tough to do. You know, you’re often fighting battles that are not necessarily shared by other people. But if you’re going to make progress, you have to. What indications are you getting that there may be a fight on the horizon? My attorney knows some people in the Justice Department, and they told us that it will be part of the agenda to go after obscenity. They can’t keep our streets clean, but they want to keep our minds pure, you know? Do you think we could be on the verge of reverting back to the ’70s and ’80s? The pendulum always swings back and forth. So as long as you have the arbitrator of morality out there trying to tell people how to live their lives, you’re going to have censorship. You’ve just got to deal with it the best you can. Why do you feel so strongly about Trump? Call 20 psychiatrists and see if you can get any one of them to say he’s sane. He’s nuts. He’s a narcissist. He’s constantly repeating himself. He tells one lie after another. I don’t think he even realizes how much he’s lying. What’s your biggest concern? That somebody will start a nuclear war. That should be everybody’s concern.

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With the start of the New Year comes the opportunity to make resolutions to improve your current financial situation. Here is a financial planning checklist to help ensure you’re setting yourself up for a successful and profitable 2017. Step one: Review your current finances

Heading into any New Year, it’s important to know where you are financially, and to review how you did with your money last year. Start by asking yourself four questions: 1. Is there anything I regret spending money on last year? 2. What do I have? Consider your savings, assets and any investment holdings. 3. What do I owe? List out all of your debts — everything, including your mortgage, car payments, outstanding credit card debt and anything else. 4. What do I make? Look at your income and any money coming from investments or other accounts.

step two: calculate your net worth To do this, add up all your assets (including things you still owe on, such as cars and houses), and then add up all your debt. Subtract the total amount of your debt from the total amount of your assets. That number is your personal net worth. Making it a habit to calculate your net worth annually will help give you a general idea of your financial strengths, weakness and progress. It also may be beneficial to calculate how much judah zakalik, esq. unsecured debt you owe — that is, any debt not directly tied to an Close asset like a house or car. unnecessary accounts The most typical unseand any unused automatic cured debts are credit payments you’ve set up cards, payday loans Double-check your statements for the and medical debt. year; you may be paying fees for subscripNote: Student loan tions or memberships that you no longer debt is secured by use. For example, when was the last time you your tax returns watched Netflix? Or used your gym memberand Social Secuship? It’s good to make a list of anything that rity. has an automatic payment plan. If you haven’t used the service enough to justify its cost, cancel it now. Don’t talk yourself into thinking you’ll use it eventually if history proves otherwise — especially if it could save you money every month.

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Step three: Prioritize and manage your debt Some debts should take higher priority than others. If you have loans that require a monthly payment, such as a student loan, mortgage or car payment, those are the most important, even though they might have lower interest rates than your credit cards. After handling your secured debts, look at how much unsecured debt you have and note the annual interest rate on each one. Do you owe $10,000? $20,000? $75,000? With typical interest rates for credit cards at 15 percent, every $10,000 you owe means you’re paying $1,500 each year just in interest. At this point, be brutally honest with yourself. If you can’t figure out a way to get out of debt in 12 to 24 months, it’s time to learn about debt-relief options. The new year is a great time to build a new financial future. Struggling to make minimum payments for the next 12 months, or five years, is only going to waste your money and stress you out. If you owe $5,000 or more and need help, seek a free consultation with a full-service debt relief attorney. And remember, you’re not alone — the average indebted person in America has $16,048 in credit card debt.

Anticipate for tax season Get a jump start on the process by gathering all relevant paperwork now. If you think you’re owed a refund, consider filing a month or so in advance to get your money sooner! If you’re not expecting a return, be sure to put away some money to pay what you owe to the IRS. If you are expecting a return, before spending it, consider using it to pay down any outstanding debt. If your return won’t be enough to pay off all your debt, talk to a debt relief specialist about how to maximize your return and settle your debt for less than what you owe.

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Step four: check your credit reports The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires each of the three major credit reporting agencies to supply a free credit report to anyone who requests it, once a year. The three agencies are Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. Because you can get a report from each one annually, some people prefer to stagger their requests throughout the year. However, if it’s been a while since you’ve checked any of them, now might be a good time to request the reports from all three. You can request your reports online (visit annualcreditreport.com), over the phone (1-877-322-8228) or by mail. Once you receive your reports, carefully read each line item to check for inaccuracies, and compare the reports to ensure they’re more or less consistent. If you think you’ve found an inaccuracy or any unaccounted for line items, contact the credit reporting agency directly to open a dispute. If you have a question you’d like to see answered by an attorney in a future issue, please write to questions@PandALawFirm.com. Please note: The information in this column is intended for general purposes only and is not to be considered legal or professional advice of any kind. You should seek advice that is specific to your problem before taking or refraining from any action and should not rely on the information in this column.

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things healthy people do every day Good health can be measured in many ways. Weight, fitness, emotional wellbeing, and being disease- and injury-free are just a few of those measures. Although it may be tempting to quantify health by a single, absolute standard, it’s actually an accumulation of factors that contribute to overall health. ¶ “There are three key things that healthy people do every day: exercise, maintain a nutritious diet and get a good night’s sleep. However, it’s not a one-size-fits-all equation,” said Jasprit Takher, MD, Associate Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program at MountainView Hospital. ¶ As we enact our resolutions for the New Year, prioritizing balance and a healthy lifestyle is more important than obsessing over weight or spending hours in the gym. Here are small changes you can make daily to help establish optimal health.

Exercise The benefits of a regular exercise routine extend far beyond meeting weight-loss goals. Regular exercise can help prevent disease as well as contribute to emotional wellness because of the feel-good chemicals released during and after physical activity. “First, people should find an exercise they truly enjoy doing. Forcing yourself into an exercise routine that you don’t enjoy just sets yourself up for failure. Once you’ve found an activity that you like, then you can start setting goals,” Takher said. The recommended amount of weekly exercise is 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, or 75 minutes of high-intensity aerobic activity. 150 minutes a week can equal approximately 20 minutes a day, 35-50 minutes every other day, or 1-1.5 hours twice a week.

sleep “Getting enough sleep every night can improve immune function, memory, cognition and mood,” Takher said. While the benefits of a good night’s sleep are numerous, many people sacrifice sleep when negotiating a busy schedule. Healthy people need to make sleep a top priority in their lives. People ages 16 to 60 should aim for 7 to 9 hours of sleep nightly. People ages 65 and over should aim for 7 to 8 hours. To optimize sleep, commit to a regular sleep schedule; always wake up and go to bed at the same time every day (even on weekends), avoid naps and don’t hit the snooze button in the morning.

Enjoy leisure time Even if you’re getting 8 hours of sleep a night, your other 16 waking hours shouldn’t be dedicated solely to work commitments, exercise and eating well. Self-care is necessary for living a healthy and balanced lifestyle, so it’s important to take time out of your day to do activities that bring you joy and help you de-stress. It can be especially beneficial if you’re able to unplug and put your phone away during time you’ve dedicated for yourself.

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eat healthfully We live in a dieting-centric society, and while fad diets may be popular, making an effort to simply eat well every day will yield better longterm results for most people. “A balanced diet is extremely important; it keeps you healthy now and is an investment for your future health, too,” Takher said. The ideal balance of dietary nutrients: n 40 to 60 percent carbohydrates n 10 to 30 percent protein n 10 to 30 percent fat Remember that the sources of these nutrients are not created equally, as there are both good and bad carbs, proteins and fat. 1 Good carbs tend to be high in fiber and have a low glycemic index. Choose whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and avoid refined carbs and added sugar.

Good proteins often come from lean meats and legumes, and only rarely should come from red meat.

Good fats are monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, like those that come from salmon, nuts and avocados. People should avoid trans fat and saturated fat.

What about “cheat” meals? Even people who eat well regularly may want to indulge in a burger occasionally, and that’s OK. For many people, being too restrictive about their diet can do more harm than good in the long run. “Start with a balanced diet with low glycemic index foods on a daily basis. Once you’re eating well regularly, it’s OK to have one or two cheat meals a week, but many people find they crave ‘cheat’ foods less when they’re eating well on a daily basis,” Takher said.

drink water Drinking enough water is integral to good health; it helps to flush out toxins, carries nutrients and aids in cell renewal. Dehydration can cause myriad health problems, including chronic fatigue and dry skin. Most men over the age of 19 should get at least 11-12 8-ounce glasses of water daily and women should aim for 8-9 glasses. However, when in doubt, drink more water than the recommended amount. Takher notes that overhydrating is unlikely unless you’re drinking well above the recommended amount or you have an existing medical condition, such as heart disease or kidney/liver problems.

Know your risk factors and be proactive with your health All the healthy living in the world isn’t enough to guarantee you won’t get sick someday. Go to your annual checkup and be diligent about preventive screenings such as pap smears, mammograms, colonoscopies, prostate exams and other procedures. If you have medical risk factors, such as heart disease or cancer in your family history, talk to your doctor about extra steps you can take to be protected.

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KASPER JORGENSEN Age: 41 Max weight: 275

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he holiday feasts are over, and the deluge of New Year’s Resolutioners on a mission to get fit in 2017 has begun. By February, the gympocalypse will be over, with only a few fighting on to banish love handles and shed some pounds.

Middle age is the perfect time to go from couch potato to fitness champ

Past 40, those results may not be so quick to appear, but persistence seldom fails. Kasper Jorgensen proved this, taking fat-to-fit to a whole new level. Four years ago, he weighed 275 pounds with more than 30 percent body fat. “Every morning while brushing my teeth, I’d look at myself in the mirror and I’d think, I’m not getting any younger, and this isn’t getting any better,” he said. So the Danish-born ex-MMA fighter started lifting again, something he had started at 14 and loved. After a year, Jorgensen was definitely stronger, but it was when he changed his diet that the real results followed. “Within a month, I saw it. Within two to three months, everyone else saw it,” Jorgensen said of his fitness gains. “My girlfriend, Camille, started lifting, too,

and the diet just became a lifestyle, because she would cook the same food for me that she was going to eat and vice versa.” Jorgensen won his first National Physique Committee figure competition two years after commencing his fitness journey. (Camille has won two.) He says he now weighs 235 with 4 percent body fat. With these fitness gains came professional gains. Last summer, the Aria security guard’s physique wowed casting agents, who called on him to audition for a role in the indie thriller “Looking Glass,” starring Nicolas Cage, with production starting this fall. With eyes firmly set on Hollywood, Jorgensen also is venturing into personal training, having joined forces with a friend who recently opened a gym. They’re on a mission to encourage Las Vegans to lead healthier lives. If you’re firmly rooted in the belief that you’re too old to successfully battle the bulge, Jorgensen’s counterargument is this: “When you’re older, you have something called muscle maturity. Younger guys may have bigger muscles, but they often look fluffy, with no cut or definition,” Jorgensen said. “This changes as you mature. Your body gets drier; your skin gets thinner; you get more vascular,” he said. “You look far better than you do when you are young.”

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Forget about the scale. The scale does not exist. The people who give up are the ones who lose motivation because they think they’re not seeing any progress, not knowing that even though the scale is still saying 200 pounds, your body fat has probably dropped by 10 percent because you’ve gained muscle mass. ... What matters is what you see in the mirror, and the tape measure, and the pinching method. If you keep pinching your belly, you’ll feel the fat melting away. First it gets softer, then it gets jiggly, then it gets thinner, and then the skin will reset. And that’s it! And then you look good!”

Kasper Jorgensen and Camille Alayne demonstrate strength training exercises at Bruce Trent Park. (photos by Christopher DeVargas/staff)

Kasper’s tips for older gym-goers First, what’s your goal?

If weight loss is the main goal:

Use healthy fats such as almonds and avocados as your primary fuel.

Decrease your carbohydrate (rice, breads, potatoes, etc.) intake to between 50 to 100 grams a day. Lower overall insulin levels — achieved by reducing carbohydrates — allow your body to more readily access fat stores for energy.

If it’s only to lose a few pounds, a diet can do that easily. But if your goal is to attain better overall health and get your blood circulating, maybe even tone up and build some muscle, then you need to start an exercise program and have a clean diet. Once you start seeing changes, the process will fuel itself, giving you the motivation to keep at it.

To gain weight or muscle, Lower your fat intake and increase your proteins and carbs, but ensure they are clean carbs from whole foods, instead of processed carbs or junk food. Muscles need carbohydrates, water and sodium to fill out, and protein to rebuild them after a workout.

Eat to fuel your workouts.

High-intensity interval training is favored for its ability to burn more calories in less time. It also stimulates hormones similar to those stimulated during weight training. But fats are not an effective fuel for high-intensity cardio workouts. Opt instead for fast-burning carbohydrates like white rice and sweet potatoes. The body takes longer to burn fats than carbs, so if your pre-workout fuel is low- to no-carb, ensure your cardio is low-intensity so your body has time to burn those fats to use them as energy. Go at a slow pace, 2 to 3 mph with an incline on the treadmill, or on the stair machine for an hour. Low-intensity cardio helps to cut fat while maintaining muscle.

Willpower and discipline will be the keys to your success. It’s not just the discipline of going to the gym, but also of cooking your food and eating and sleeping on a timely schedule. These are the cornerstones of good fitness, and if you mess with one of these basics, nothing else works.

Older muscle looks better, but older bodies also get hurt faster. So, be smart and be careful. Take time to warm up your muscles before commencing your workout, and when lifting, utilize straps and wraps to minimize strain and injury.

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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.

Shrek (A933242) and Fiona (A933243)

Lorelei

Mason

Age: 9-year old neutered male and spayed female Breed: Chihuahua Description: A bonded pair, Shrek and Fiona are looking for a forever home with room for both of them. They adore each other and will capture your heart in no time. Adoption fee: $155

Age: 14-year-old spayed female Breed: Jack Russell and rat terrier mix Description: Lorelei politely asks for a fresh start. She is humble and wellbehaved, and is dreaming of a hero. Adoption fee: $20

Age: 1-year-old neutered male Breed: Lionhead mix bunny Description: When he feels secure, Mason is confident and happy to bond with people who are kind to him. He asks for an indoor-only home where he can enjoy daily salads of leafy greens. Adoption fee: $25

Digums (A932807)

Christmas (A929537)

Melody

Moon

Age: 1-year-old male Breed: Dachshund and Chihuahua mix Description: Little Digums has a lot of heart to give the family that takes him home. Adoption fee: $200

Age: 5-year-old female Breed: Domestic mediumhair Description: Although the holidays are behind us, Christmas is still looking for the perfect companion who will take the time to show her love and affection year round. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 6-year-old spayed female Breed: Tortoiseshell mediumhair Description: Melody loves peoplewatching. She finds perches where she can easily survey the room. When people are gone, she moves to the windows and watches birds. Adoption fee: $20

Age: 1-year-old spayed female Breed: Mini bully Description: Moon loves hugging and giving doggie kisses. She is housetrained and good with other dogs. Adoption fee: $50

Tang (A931961)

Hitchcock (A923577)

Orion

Star

Age: 2-year-old male Breed: Domestic mediumhair Description: Named in honor of his gorgeous orangey hue, Tang is a loving and social 8-pounder. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 2-year-old male Breed: Pit bull terrier Description: Hitchcock is a 62-pounder hoping for someone to give him the love he deserves. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Siberian husky Description: Orion is recovering from starvation and is beaming with joy. He needs an experienced home with kind guidance to learn good manners. Adoption fee: $50

Age: 10-year-old spayed female Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Star likes cuddling with her paws on your shoulders. Her previous owner went into assisted living and she needs someone to love and adore. Adoption fee: $20

Animal foundation 655 N. Mojave Road, Las Vegas 702-384-3333 x131 | animalfoundation.com/adopt

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charting a new path in education SLAM NV academy uses sports to reach students academically n By Jesse Granger | Staff Writer

As charter schools become more popular, academies specializing in a variety of subjects, including medicine and aviation, have popped up around the country. Las Vegas’ newest school specializes in sports. Specifically, SLAM NV Academy specializes in Sports Leadership and Management, with three tracks from which students can choose. The first-year school just off of Russell Road near Sam Boyd Stadium offers students classes in sports medicine, sports marketing, and entertainment and business management. SLAM just wrapped up its first semester of classes, with 500 students in grades six through nine. The first senior class will graduate in 2020. “There is a real positive buzz in the air about SLAM just because there’s noth-

ing like it in town,” said principal Dan Triana, who previously worked at several local high schools as both a sports administrator and principal. “The kids who naturally have a passion for sports tend to want to fall in line with one of these paths.” Not only is there nothing like SLAM in town, there are only four in the entire country. The original SLAM opened in Miami three years ago, and two other schools in Florida are in their first school year. There are SLAM academies planned for the near future in Alabama, Colorado, Georgia and Texas. The schools are designed to jumpstart students’ careers, and get them internship opportunities at health care centers and national sports franchises. Like most people, Triana was hesitant the first time he heard the concept. “I was a little bit suspect because I didn’t understand. The word sports in it

The basketball team practices at SLAM Nevada on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016. (L.E. Baskow/staff)

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I was out of town at a track meet when my mom called me and told me about this school that specializes in sports ... I said I think I’d like to go there but she already had me signed up. She knew I’d love it.”

was appealing to me, but I was wondering how it was going to work logistically and how we could be successful,” Triana said. “I didn’t want it to be a ‘rah-rah’ school with the word ‘sports’ in front of it. I wanted it to have some academic bite. Then I saw the plan; that’s when the excitement (built with) the belief that this could be something substantial academically.” The plans for SLAM in Las Vegas began in 2014, with Triana helping recruit teachers while the school was being built. The academy has a plethora of teachers with knowledge from years in various sports professions to pass along to their students. “Someone mentioned SLAM to me, I think it was a parent, and I got looking into it because it was sports medicine, and I love to teach,” Darryl Littlefield said. “I talked to (Triana) and it was the perfect fit, so then I just had to talk my wife into it.”

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Littlefield, a chiropractor with his own practice, has a degree in radiology and lab technology. He taught in Rancho High’s magnet program and Burkholder Middle School, when his children went there. “We are building the curriculum right now,” Littlefield said. “Hopefully, we can give them an overview of what’s out there in medicine, so they can get a jump or a head start on a career.” The current building has a capacity of 800 students — a number Triana believes the school will approach in its second year. By 2018, the school will have finished construction of another building of equal size. SLAM prepares students in three sports-centric paths and tries to integrate sports into the core curriculum classes as well. “In a seventh-grade physical science class, they may be introducing Newton’s laws of physics by looking up key terms

like inertia, momentum and gravity, and they might use an ESPN video of a collision to demonstrate all three of those laws,” Triana said. “The sports world is a stage for learning that we use, and we are still sticking to all of the state standards while using sports to entice the kids and get them engaged.” “We call those SLAM-ified lessons,” Littlefield said. “The kids love it, and sometimes I’ll give them the topic and have them come up with a sports reference to SLAM-ify it themselves.” The students said the classes are much easier to digest and keep their attention far better than traditional lesson plans. “I wasn’t interested at first because I wanted to go to Liberty, because my entire middle school basketball team was going to Liberty,” said freshman Londan Coleman, who wants to follow his mother, a nurse, into the health field with a sports medicine track. “But I was told it

would be a better opportunity here and, so far, I really like it.” And what would a sports academy be without sports teams of its own? SLAM has nearly every major sport at both middle school and high school levels. The boys’ basketball team, all ninthgraders, has competed well against other schools’ varsity teams. “We’ve been playing 2A teams ... and I’ve been pleasantly surprised,” said Littlefield, who coaches all of the basketball teams at SLAM. Triana said that while it would be nice to have successful sports teams in the future, education is the main focus. “I believe in mentorships, and if you can find a coach or teacher who you can really look up to, you can grow in leaps and bounds in your development. So those are the kinds of staff and coaches I tried to hire,” Triana said. “That growth can happen not only on the sports fields but in the classroom as well.”

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Nevada has a chance to set an example for the country

he 2016 election created anxiety among many Americans, but Nevadans have reason to be hopeful about state politics as 2017 gets underway. With a moderate Republican governor and Democratic majorities in both chambers of the Legislature, Nevada is poised to stand its ground against a wave of anti-immigrant and antirefugee sentiment that arose during the presidential campaign and is now rolling across several states. Already, it’s clear that the divisive extremism of the nation’s president-elect and his cronies is rooting itself in some state capitals. In Montana, lawmakers have filed about a dozen bill requests related to refugees, immigration and terrorism, the Associated Press reported, even though the state had taken in only nine refugee families from January through early December 2016. And more such legislation is expected in other states. “It’s pretty widely known that this is going to be a hard year for those of us who are seeing to protect the rights

This year, Nevada lawmakers have an opportunity to become a beacon of moderacy in a nation where extremists are on the rise. It’s a worthy aspiration, as moderates hold a special place in the democratic process.

of refugees and immigrants,” said S.K. Rossi, advocacy and policy director for the ACLU of Montana, in the AP story. It shouldn’t be a hard year for advocates in Nevada. Not even close. When the 2017 legislative session begins in February, it’s crucial for state lawmakers to remember that Nevadans sent them a message with their ballots in 2016. Not only was Nevada among 20 states that sided with Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton, but voters restored the Democratic majorities in the Senate and Assembly after Republicans

took control of them in 2014. The upshot is that the majority of Nevadans indicated they were not in favor of mass deportations, bans on Muslim immigrants and so forth. And no wonder, because ethnic diversity and our vibrant immigrant communities are a couple of Nevada’s key strengths. Not only have immigrants poured millions of dollars into our economy, they’ve enriched our state’s culture immeasurably. And contrary to campaign rhetoric, they aren’t prone to be criminals. In fact, while the immigrant population tripled in the U.S. from 1990 to 2013, violent crime dropped by nearly 50 percent overall. No surprise there, since immigrants are well aware that causing trouble increases the likelihood getting caught by authorities and deported. As far as refugees go, it’s well worth remembering that those from countries such as Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq aren’t just waved through. They have to undergo an 18- to 24-month vetting period. This year, Nevada lawmakers have

an opportunity to become a beacon of moderacy in a nation where extremists are on the rise. It’s a worthy aspiration, as moderates hold a special place in the democratic process. They listen to both sides, try to sort out complicated issues that seem irreconcilable, then drive the process forward in an inclusive way. Anyone old enough to have watched Congress before the modern era of partisan extremism knows that historically, moderacy is where democracy thrives and progresses. Nevadans have consistently supported responsible immigration reform and have made their desires clear through the ballot box. Other states may choose to be punitive and nonsensical, which is their prerogative, but in Nevada, we believe common sense and the Constitution should guide our actions. Toward that end, voters here tried and failed to elect a president who reflected that view. But they succeeded in choosing state leaders who are expected to take a moderate approach in Carson City and hold strong against the creep of extremism.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS SUNDAY, JANUARY 1 Brooklyn Bowl’s New Year’s Day Brunch & Family Bowl: Start off 2017 with brunch and drink specials, bowling and music. Noon-6 p.m., free, Linq, 3535 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702-862-2695. New Year’s Day Plunge: Join XCell, a fitness and training team, and jump in and out of Lake Las Vegas and/or swim 100 yards to a buoy and back. Costumes are encouraged, but don’t forget to bring dry clothes to change into. Free hot chocolate will be provided after the dip. Noon, $10-$15, MonteLago Village at Lake Las Vegas, xcellpg.com/new-years-day-plunge/.

Ingredients 1 1/2 oz The Macallan Double Cask 12 Year Old Scotch 3/4 oz Disaronno Italian Liqueur

Dog bed and blanket drive: Help keep animals in local shelters warm throughout winter. All Nathan Adelson Hospice locations will serve as drop-off points for new or gently used items including dog and cat beds, blankets, towels, wash cloths, linens and unopened pet food. 4141 Swenson St.; 3150 N. Tenaya Way, Suite 350; 1201 Nevada State Drive; and 2270 E. Commercial Road, Suites A/B (Pahrump). *Also: Daily through Feb. 28

3/4 oz apple juice Slice of crab apple and zested orange peel for garnish

Method Combine ingredients in mixing glass with ice and stir. Pour over ice sphere in rocks glass, garnish and serve.

The Macallan Double Cask 12 Year Old Scotch is a single malt scotch whisky that’s been aged in both American and European oak sherry casks, giving it a wellrounded, sweet, honeyed flavor. Notes of citrus, wood spices and caramel are carried throughout the spirit, and the finish is oaky and warm. When paired with Disaronno, an amaretto-flavored Italian liqueur, and a little bit of apple juice, you have a cocktail that is rich in flavor and supremely palatable. Cocktail created by Francesco Lafranconi, Executive Director of Mixology and Spirits Education at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.

Las Vegas Track Club New Year’s Day Potluck: Following the race, there will be food for participants. LVTC members will receive 10 Gran Prix points for participating in the race. 9 a.m., free, Bruce Trent Park, 8851 Vegas Drive, lvtc.org. FitnessPalozza II: Enjoy a exercises from Zumba, CardioKickBoxing, BollyX, PlyoJam, MixxedFit and U-Jam. 1-3 p.m., $8-$18, Downtown Container Park, 707 Fremont St., eventbrite.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 3 Black History Month Essay Contest: The contest is open to Clark County students in grades 2 through 12, and participants have until Feb. 3 to register. First-, second- and third-place winners from each division will recite their essays at an event in their honor. Free, East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., 702229-1515. The Learning Arts: Enjoy conversations about art, history and more through videoconferencing in this educational series. This week’s event will be about music of the big band era, featuring the Manhattan School

of Music. 11 a.m.-noon, free, Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 888 W. Bonneville Ave., 702-483-6055. *Also: Jan. 17 Ghosts of Mob Past: Las Vegas ghost hunter Adam Flowers will review infamous mob-related tragedies, scandals and mysteries. 7 p.m., free, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-5073458.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4 Plot Twist Creative Team Spotlight: Local comics who created the Impressions Comic Anthology will be featured, and books will be available for purchase and signing. 4-7 p.m., free, Alternate Reality Comics, 4110 S. Maryland Parkway, Suite 8, 702-736-3673. Las Vegas Farmers Market: Vendors will showcase homegrown produce, handmade items, seasonal foods, baked goods, coffee, tea, jewelry and more. 2-6 p.m., free, Bruce Trent Park, 8851 Vegas Drive, 702-562-2676. *Also: Every Wednesday Cancer 101: This support group focuses on varying concerns related to cancer patients and their families. 12:30-2:30 p.m., free, MountainView Hospital, Mark Howard Lobby Classroom, 3100 N. Tenaya Way, 702-962-5021.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 5 Facebook 101: This event for senior citizens will teach the basics of Facebook, such as how to post statuses and pictures, and share posts. Register to attend. 2:30 p.m., $5, Derfelt Senior Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., 702-229-6601. “The Little Mermaid” auditions: Roles are available for performers ages 10 and up. Prepare 32 bars of an appropriate Broadway musical song and bring sheet music in the appropriate key; an accompanist will be provided. 6:15 p.m., free, Super Summer Theatre Rehearsal Studio, 4340 S. Valley View Blvd., Suite 208, huntsman-entertainment.com. *Also: Jan. 7-8

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6 The Art of Skate Photography:

Street photographer Stephen Vanasco will lead a hands-on demo. RSVP, as only 15 spots are available. 2-5:30 p.m., free, Leica Store Las Vegas at the Forum Shops, Caesars Palace, 3570 Las Vegas Blvd. South, eventbrite.com. Pancake breakfast: Adults ages 50 and older can enjoy pancakes, sausage, bacon, fruit, juice and coffee for breakfast. Registration required. 9:30 a.m., $5, Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., 702-229-1600. Ward 2 Coffee with the Councilman: Join Councilman Bob Beers for coffee and conversation about Ward 2 and Las Vegas. 7:30-9 a.m., free, Charlie’s Lakeside Casino, 8603 W. Sahara Ave., 702-229-7529. “Star Wars” Group Art Show: Enjoy an art show featuring various “Star Wars”-themed works. 6-9 p.m., free, Bubblegum Gallery at Downtown Spaces, 1800 S. Industrial Road, 702-806-0930. First Friday: Unique artwork, food trucks, live music and street performers converge on downtown Las Vegas. 6-11 p.m., free, Downtown Las Vegas, ffflv.org. Scott See: Lucid Day Dreaming: Artist Scott See will have a reception to celebrate the opening of his art show. 6-10 p.m., free, Skin City Body Painting at Downtown Spaces, 1800 S. Industrial Road, Suite 130, 702431-7546. Zoology: This electronic dance music concert series will feature performances by Billy Kenny, Bixel Boys, Justin Jay, FlashGang and Justin Baulé. Open to ages 18 and older. 7 p.m., $20-$50, DLVEC, 200 S.Third St., dlvec.com. *Also: Jan. 13 and 20

SATURDAY, JANUARY 7 National Wheelchair Basketball Tournament Division I: Watch teams compete. Free for spectators of all ages. 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., free, UNLV Paul McDermott North and South Gym Buildings, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 702-306-7613. *Also: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 8 So, You Wanna Write a Novel: Learn the fundamentals of writing fiction. The focus will be on the writing process and building worlds. Bring a notebook or laptop. Noon, free, Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake

LIFE Mead Parkway, 702-565-8402. *Also: Jan. 21 “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”: The shadowcast will perform live as the 1975 cult classic plays on the big screen. Prop kits will be on sale for $2 each. 10 p.m., $10, Regency Tropicana Cinemas, 3330 E. Tropicana Ave., rhpsvegas.com. Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: The event will feature displays from Las Vegas Metro K-9, SWAT, Recruiting and Search and Rescue. There will be children’s activities, food trucks and balloon artists. Attendees are encouraged to wear blue. Noon4 p.m., free, Police Memorial Park, 3250 Metro Academy Way, facebook. com/NVLEAD. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Open House: Learn about classes offered, such as history, the arts, music, foreign language, religion, current events and genealogy. These classes are open to seniors, and there is no mandatory homework, testing or attendance. 10 a.m.-noon, free, UNLV Paradise Campus, 251 E. Tropicana Ave., 702-774-6554.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8 Walk with a Doc: Kids: Join the Nevada Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics for a free nature walk and health talk on the Springs Preserve trails. 8:30 a.m., free, Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., springspreserve.org.

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Baseball Camp: Desert Pines High School hosts a four-week baseball camp. Classes are available for players in grades 1-12. Sessions are offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and base running. Space is limited, and registration is required. Times vary, $139-$297, Desert Pines High School, 3800 E. Harris Ave., 866-622-4487.

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Art Explorations — Art Therapy: Engage in therapeutic artmaking experiences. This program is open to people with memory and movement disorders and their caregivers. 4-5:30 p.m., free, Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 888 W. Bonneville Ave., louruvosocialserv@ccf.org.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 10 Clark County School District Application Fair: Vegas PBS is partnering with CCSD to provide monthly application fairs to hire teachers. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., free, Vegas PBS, 3050 E. Flamingo Road, goalonline@vegaspbs.org.

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Creative Arts Class: No previous experience necessary. Registration required. 1:30-3:30 p.m., free, MountainView Hospital, Mark Howard Lobby Classroom, 3100 N. Tenaya Way, 702-962-5021.

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American Red Cross chapter volunteers have been assisting Southern Nevadans in need for 100 years, starting with group of women who knitted sweaters, socks and caps for troops fighting in WWI. (courtesy photos)

A century of good works Growth of Southern Nevada’s chapter of the Red Cross mirrors Clark County’s history By Danielle Birkin | SPECIAL TO VEGAS INC

One of the Las Vegas Valley’s leading humanitarian organizations will mark a major milestone this year, as the American Red Cross of Southern Nevada celebrates its centennial June 14. ¶ “The Red Cross has been part of the local community before the Strip and before Hoover Dam,” said Scott Emerson, executive director of the local chapter re d cross, Continued on page 53

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Number of IP addresses Methbot, a Russian hacking operation, is using to commit advertising fraud, according to White Ops, a digital advertising security company. Methbot fools advertisers into sending the host of these ads money, up to $5 million per day.

Number of years it has been since the last snowfall in the Sahara desert.

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Number of Europeans tested with a new treatment for prostate cancer. Nearly half were cancer-free after last-activated drug treatment and most were free of side effects after two years.

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Number of journalists imprisoned throughout the world, according to an annual report from the Committee to Protect Journalists.

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A partner at real estate investment firm KRE Capital talks about the benefits of buying a condominium in Las Vegas, the importance of art to the city, and the next destination he’ll check off on his bucket list of world travel. VIEW FROM THE TOP Our community is what we make of it, so let’s get involved, P54

MEET GRACED BY GRIT

Inspired by the story of an aspiring triathlete who was attacked while on a run, Kimberly Caccavo and Kate Nowlan set out to create clothing that empowers women. THE NOTES People on the move, P46 TALKING POINTS The business of nonprofit organizations, 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: Temporary employment agencies and permanent staffing firms, P60

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VINTAGE VEGAS: BEFORE THE SLEEK CAT On Dec. 18, 1993, the MGM Grand opened its doors in Las Vegas, boasting the world’s largest hotel with 5,005 rooms. The casino entrance on Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue was adorned by an enormous yawning lion that was criticized by superstitious gamblers who refused to walk through the lion’s mouth. Four years after opening, the front entrance was renovated and replaced with a 45-foot-tall,

50-foot-long lion that rested on a 25-foot pedestal surrounded by water fountains and dramatic lighting. Pictured here is the resort in 1994 before undergoing the $250 million renovation that changed the look of property. MGM’s 100,000-pound ornament is the largest bronze statue in the United States. — REBECCA CLIFFORD-CRUZ

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W. West Allen of Howard & Howard Attorneys is a recipient of the Federal Bar Association’s 2016 President’s Award. Allen was selected for extraordinary service, commitment and guidance to the association and its government relations committee.

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Hawthorn Grill is open at JW Marriott Las Vegas, 221 N. Rampart Blvd. Chef Joseph Swan is executive room chef, Christian Umlauf is general manager and JW Marriott Las Vegas’ executive pastry chef, Jeremy Choo, will oversee the sweet side of Hawthorn Grill. Blau + Associates served as consultants on the project. allen

Tim Frawley and Jason Beard have joined Locum Integration, an IT program management and IT technology consulting company. Frawley is a former MGM chief technology officer and Beard is a former Caesars Entertainment director. Locum launched On Demand PMO, which provides IT staff on an asneeded basis. Leighton Koehler joined Dickinson Wright as of counsel. He focuses his practice on tax controversy, estate planning and business services. United World Sports promoted Jon Hinkin to tournament director. Hinkin has been inkoehler volved in the growth of the USA Sevens since its inception. The 2017 USA Sevens will be at Sam Boyd Stadium in March. Dr. James Carpenter, an eye and cosmetic specialist, has been named to the Nevada Athletic Commission. Carpenter replaces Pat Lundvall. Southern Nevada lenders were recognized by the Nevada Housing Division with several awards: Fannie Mae MVP: Pierre La Pres, Cornerstone Home Lending

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Home is Possible MVP: Becca Green, Guild Mortgage

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Treasure Island is adding 12,500 square feet to its existing conference and meeting facilities. The $6.5 million expansion is set to open early this year, bringing TI’s convention space to more than 30,000 square feet. Boulevard Invest, owners of Miracle Mile Shops, completed the sale of the center to an affiliate of Institutional Mall Investors, a co-investment venture owned by Miller Capital Advisory Inc. and CalPERS. Accurate Building Maintenance earned the Cleaning Industry Management Standard Green Building Certification with Honors by demonstrating a commitment to the delivery of environmentally preferable services designed to meet customer needs and expectations. The City of Henderson Public Works, Parks and Recreation Department has been reaccredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies for the third time. It is one of 141 CAPRA-accredited agencies in the country.

Colliers International Las Vegas represented Panattoni Development Co. on a $66.5 million office facility sale to Griffin Capital Essential Asset REIT II. Ascaya has begun construction on an 8,678-square-foot Inspiration Home designed by Hoogland Architecture. It is the fifth Inspiration Home for Ascaya and the first designed locally. Sin City Brewing Co. opened at Grand Bazaar Shops, 3635 Las Vegas Blvd. South. It’s the local brewery’s fourth location.

Morimoto Las Vegas is open at MGM Grand. The restaurant is helmed by “Iron Chef America’s” Masaharu Morimoto.

The+Source opened its second location, at 9480 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 185, Henderson.

At the UNLV Harrah Hotel College’s 12th annual Vallen Dinner of Distinction, hotel franchise and development executives Tim and Mike Muir were named Harrah Hotel College Hospitality Industry Leaders of the Year. Gaming executive Tom Jingoli is the college’s 2016 Alumnus of the Year.

South Point signed a five-year deal with Stotz Equipment to convert the property’s equipment to John Deere products. The Alto Bar opened at Caesars Palace. Henderson Hospital is open at 1050 W. Galleria Drive. Valley hospitals received top rankings from rating agency Healthgrades for select surgical procedures: n

Bariatric surgery: North Vista Hospital

Hysterectomies: Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center; Valley Hospital Medical Center n

Pacemaker procedures: North Vista Hospital

Total knee replacement: Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – Rose de Lima Campus; Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – Siena Campus; Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – San Martin Campus; Mountainview Hospital; Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center; Summerlin Hospital Medical Center; Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center; University Medical Center of Southern Nevada; Valley Hospital Medical Center n

Coronary artery bypass graft: Mountainview Hospital; Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center; Valley Hospital Medical Center

Growth Luxury Homes launched in Las Vegas with the introduction of two homes in Southern Highlands.

Home is Possible MVL (Most Valuable Lender), presented by US Bank and NHD: Guild Mortgage, Security National Mortgage Co., Supreme Lending

PVC plastic keycards, gift cards and other products. Also, Plasticard acquired PSA, a closed-loop card manufacturer. The addition increases PLI’s workforce nationwide from 700 employees to more than 1,000 and doubles the PLI production space from 300,000 to 450,000 square feet.

Plasticard Locktech International, a keycard manufacturer and gift and loyalty card specialty printer, added a third shift that is bringing up to 75 new jobs to its 300-employee workforce in North Las Vegas. The company launched a sustainable product made of chalk, the PLI-Nu eCard, that will serve as an environmentally friendly alternative to

Total hip replacement: Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – Rose de Lima Campus; Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – San Martin Campus: Mountainview Hospital; Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center: Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center; Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center

n Esophageal/stomach surgeries: Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – Rose de Lima Campus; Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – San Martin Campus

Colorectal surgeries: Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – Rose de Lima Campus

Caesarian section delivery: Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican – Siena Campus; Valley Hospital Medical Center; Summerlin Hospital; Spring Valley Hospital

ER at The Lakes – a department of Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center — is open at 3325 S. Fort Apache Road. Service King partnered with iCollision and opened its seventh Las Vegas repair center at 6905 W. Charleston Blvd.

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‘Las Vegas is having a last-call sale’ for condos A former art gallery owner in Atlanta, Uri Vaknin took up real estate sales after a client suggested he would be good at it. Now, he’s a partner at KRE Capital, the real estate investment firm that purchased the Ogden high-rise and Juhl condominium complexes in downtown Las Vegas. The Ogden, Vaknin said, recently became the first condo building in Las Vegas since 2007 to get Fannie Mae mortgage approval, meaning eligible buyers can purchase a home with as little as 3 percent down. How do Atlanta and Las Vegas differ when it comes to the housing industry? In Atlanta, I was senior vice president of a national condo sales and marketing company. I worked on the development, marketing and sales of condo, mixed-use and townhome communities all over the country. While there are a lot of similarities to other markets, Las Vegas is unique in many ways. In other cities, you typically know exactly who your market is and where your buyers are coming from. In Las Vegas, you are selling to the world. And therefore, you have to figure out how to market to the world. This past year, I spent three weeks in China promoting our condos and Las Vegas Uri Vaknin owned an art gallery in Atlanta — with a client list that included Elton to Chinese buyers — that is something John — before changing careers to real estate. (Christopher DeVargas/staff) I have never done in any other marfor the art museum. We believe, as a museums and architectural wonders. ket, particularly not in Atlanta. company, in the importance of art and Upon returning to Atlanta, where culture in creating a vibrant and liveI finished college, I worked my way What type of homes are Las able community. It’s the last missup from being a gallery assistant to Vegas residents looking for? Are ing ingredient in making Las Vegas a gallery director at several prominent condos a hard sell? world-class city. Atlanta galleries. During the 1996 In cities all over the country, there But I also infuse art and design Olympics in Atlanta, I worked on is a shift from suburban living to into every project I do. We created an monumental art projects, including urban living, particularly when it Artist-in-Residence program at Juhl. turning the AT&T skyscraper into a comes to empty nesters and millen\This spring, we will sponsor “Tilting 48-story light sculpture. Eventually, nials. Both of these groups desire the the Basin,” an exhibition of 34 artI opened my own contemporary fine amenity-rich, connected, walkable, ists from Nevada. At ONE Las Vegas art gallery. lock-and-leave lifestyle that condos — our two-tower condo community But selling contemporary art isn’t provide. on the south Strip — I commissioned easy; people don’t feel like they need Condos are easy to sell in Las Vegas. renowned photographer Marilyn art like they need housing. EventualLas Vegas is still the most affordable Suriani to create a 54-foot-long pholy, when I went into selling real estate, large city in America. I like to say that tographic installation called “Watermy art clients became my real estate Las Vegas is having a last-call sale — way” to adorn our grand lobby. While clients. It could not have been a more savvy buyers know this is their last I don’t plan on opening a gallery in perfect combination. chance to get a great value on condos Las Vegas, I do plan to continue to before they go back to or exceed their contribute to the cultural landscape Will you open a gallery here? pre-recession prices. of Las Vegas. I am still involved in the arts, but just from a different perspective. I’m Talk about your career in the art Why do you think mixedon the executive committee of the industry. use development and green board of the Art Museum at SymphoSome of my earliest and most indevelopments are important? ny Park — the organization leading delible childhood memories were of As cities grow, climate change inthe effort to bring a world-class art my mother taking me to the greatest tensifies and resources become scarcmuseum to downtown Las Vegas. art and history museums in New York er, cities will require smarter, more It’s an exciting time for arts and City. I have always been transfixed by efficient, better designed and planned, culture in Las Vegas. With the Smith art, architecture, design and creativmixed-use and sustainable developCenter, the Mob Museum, the Neon ity. During high school, I got involved ments to survive. I am excited that Las Museum and the Arts District, Las in the Atlanta contemporary arts Vegas is on the forefront of this type Vegas is getting on the cultural map. scene and community. During colof planning and development — parThe city will be donating a signifilege, I lived in Germany for a year and ticularly with Vision 2045, the Downcant parcel of land at Symphony Park got to explore Europe’s greatest art

town Las Vegas master plan. I also am so proud that our city is the largest in America to run on 100 percent renewable energy. But pushing this initiative doesn’t always require grand gestures. When we purchased the Ogden and Juhl, we added electric car-charging stations, installed Nest Learning Thermostats, replaced halogen lighting with LED lighting and sourced locally available and recycled products. You’ve traveled the world. Where are you going next? Traveling is my passion. I have been to every continent except Antarctica. This past year, I traveled to Venice, Rome, Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo and Rio de Janeiro. The funny thing is when I travel to cities, I spend the bulk of my time checking out real estate and housing developments. I believe it’s one of the things that keeps me ahead of the curve. I also love adventure travel. Several years ago, I spent a month in Africa summiting Mount Kilimanjaro and on safari. For my birthday this past summer, I went to Rio and was mesmerized. So next on my list is to explore more of Brazil. Whom do you admire? Something most people don’t know about me is that I am fascinated by U.S. presidents. Since I was a kid, I would devour biographies and autobiographies about our presidents. Although I admire so many of our country’s presidents, I am probably most enamored with Thomas Jefferson. Although he clearly had his flaws, he was one of this great country’s founding fathers and the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. What is your biggest pet peeve? Ignorance and closed-mindedness. One of the best traits you can have is curiosity. You can learn so much just by being curious and open-minded. I don’t understand how people wouldn’t want to learn more and experience new things and ideas.

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$800 million Amount Uber lost in the third quarter this year, bringing its losses to over $2 billion this year.

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Cost of a life-size Iron Man suit produced by The Toys Asia. At the push of a button, the suit uses 46 motors to open up much like in the movies. However, because of the 567 individual parts, there is not enough room for a person fit inside.

Number of deliveries 7-Eleven has made by drone in Nevada. After Amazon announced its first drone delivery, 7-Eleven revealed it made weekend deliveries to about 12 customers. The convenience store chain uses the company Flirtey to fulfill drone deliveries.

Graced by Grit owners Kimberly Caccavo, front, and Kate Nowlan, recently opened a store at Tivoli Village. (L.E. Baskow/staff)

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Number of times Super Mario Run was downloaded in its first four days on the App Store. The app is free but requires a $10 purchase to play more than the first few levels. According to Sensor Tower, a mobile app data company, about 8 percent of people who downloaded the game have purchased the full version.

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patterns, buy the fabric and trim, sew, package the garment and ship everything to you ready to go. In the U.S., we have different vendors for each step. Managing them can be tough, but we know it is worth it. The “athleisure” industry is booming. How much do you focus your products on function versus form?

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Our customer is gritty. She is between 30 and 50 years old. She is educated, sophisticated and successful. She is a mother and a professional. She is an athlete; the younger version of herself and a wise, mature woman.

Our products are designed to make women look and feel great, and are built for performance. All of our pieces have pockets in the front and back waistband of all leggings to accommodate a phone, credit cards and keys. Each of our pieces also comes with a discreet, high-pitched safety whistle.

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We are in a completely new location. This phase of Tivoli Village just opened. We can’t wait for the residents of Summerlin to find their way to our store. What obstacles has your business overcome?

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Six years ago, 17-year-old Chelsea King was murdered in a brutal act of violence while on a run. Chelsea had always wanted to complete a triathlon, but her life was cut short and she was not able to fulfill that dream. A friend of the King family asked all of her friends to participate on the Tri’n for Chelsea team in Chelsea’s honor. At one of the Tri’n for Chelsea team meetings, Kelly King, Chelsea’s mother, mentioned that if Chelsea had a phone or a whistle — something to attract attention — her death may have been prevented. We took this into consideration while training for the triathlon and developing the first of Graced by Grit apparel, deciding to include a detachable whistle with each piece.

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guest column: community. o money, no mission.” scott emerson In the case of the Red Cross, that reciproIt’s a phrase often cation comes in many forms. For instance, heard among senior leadevery lifeguard in the area’s resort pools ership at the Southern and neighborhood recreation pools are Red Nevada chapter of the American Red Cross. Cross trained to save lives and keep our children safe. We The role of our volunteers and most paid staff is to deliver recently concluded a veteran employment program with the mission in a compassionate and empathetic manner. The MGM Resorts International, mobilizing partners to find role of our board of directors and senior leadership is to get employment for veterans across the valley. Daily, workers resources that enable volunteers to deliver on the mission. are trained in first aid and CPR not only to meet OSHA workThis means collaborating with local donors, partners, govplace safety requirements but to save lives at home, school ernment agencies and businesses. and places of worship. We provide employee engagement opThe standard for nonprofits is high. I’ve seen people have portunities through volunteer service, hosting blood drives, what seems like an allergic reaction when the words overgoing door-to-door with us to install free smoke detectors, head and investment are applied to nonprofits. The reality is and myriad other ways. that nonprofit is nothing more than a category on a business We will continue to evolve to meet the need and grow to application form. You must operate the organization like a meet the demand. We will continue to run our operations business. You must make investments into infrastructure. like a business and our mission like a charity to ensure lonOur major donors understand. Recently, a local foundation gevity for the next 100 years. donated $375,000 for a new blood mobile. They understand As you begin your new year, I challenge you do something the return on investment of such a gift. different. Fully trust in the charities you support. Give an Nonprofit organizations put money, services, time and unrestricted gift for them to use in the best manner needed. talent into the community every day, helping people when Volunteer and see operations from the inside. Together, we they need it the most. Many people in our community are can make a difference. just one or two major life events away from becoming clients Thank you to the Las Vegas business community for your of the Red Cross themselves. A loss of job, cancer diagnosis continued support for the years past and the years to come. or serious accident can cause a setback to anyone. So it’s Scott Emerson is executive director of the Southern Nevada vital that the doors stay open, which means making the most chapter of the American Red Cross. of every dollar donated and being a partner to the business

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For some, gaming-license hearings are emotional By thomas moore Staff Writer

Stephan Michael Galdau stood waiting for judgment, his hands curled over the edge of the wide lectern in the wood-paneled hearing room of the Nevada Gaming Control Board on East Washington Avenue. Galdau was asking to withdraw his application for a gaming license for his restaurant, Owl, so he could quickly reapply, then install slots at his struggling business. It was the second time he had been there. The first was in April, when the board reviewed his gaming application and his background investigation. It had not gone well. So on Nov. 3, Galdau stood before the three-member board again, this time asking for a do-over. And this hearing, too, was not going his way. “I mean, I can see that you love your mom and dad. You have, what, their initials tattooed on your hands there?” asked the board’s chairman, A.G. Burnett. It was one of several attempts Burnett made to stay positive with Galdau while gently leading him to accept the conclusion that was clearly coming. It had been a long morning, and Burnett gave Galdau plenty of time — an hour and a half — to plead his case. Galdau used every minute to justify the decisions he’d made since moving to Las Vegas and explain why he deserved a license despite what the investigators had found. Galdau often got emotional during the hearing, at one point struggling to find the bottle of water the board typically leaves under the podium for speakers to moisten their throats. Talking fast, he described how he had changed since April; he hadn’t placed a bet since January, hadn’t used drugs since May; and how — if he didn’t get a gaming license soon — he would lose his restaurant. “I essentially live at the bar,” Galdau said. “I sleep there six nights out of the seven nights. Go home Sundays to sleep. But I can’t cut any more. I’m trying to cut my labor, that is why I bartend all the time, trying to live on my tips. But without that gaming revenue to attack those loans, I estimate conservatively I have 60 to 90 days before I will be forced to close.” Owl occupies one end of an Lshaped building on Russell Road just west of Valley View Boulevard. The area is filled with warehouses and businesses that sell electrical equipment, restaurant supplies and parts

Stephen Galdau, frustrated and emotional, sits in his bar, Owl, and talks about his experiences appearing before the Nevada Gaming Commission and Gaming Control Board. (photos by L.E. baskow/staff)

for four-wheel-drive vehicles. When he took over a year ago, Galdau says, the place was “rife with drug dealers, addicts and pimps.” But now, his clientele includes mostly couples and women. Still, despite the changes he’s made, sales have dropped significantly. He sees a gaming license as an economic lifeline. Galdau’s desperate testimony highlights something few outside of the gaming license process know. For some people, the journey to getting a coveted gaming license is marked by intensely personal stories filled with details of crime and drug use, and permeated with themes of hope and disappointment. Restricted vs. Nonrestricted Typically, the board has two days of hearings each month. The first is for nonrestricted licensees — casinos with 16 or more slot machines and table games, game manufacturers and other large gaming-related businesses. At nonrestricted hearings, welldressed, often highly paid executives come before the board with lawyers from some of Nevada’s most prominent law firms to talk about their backgrounds and how they’ll run their multimillion-dollar companies.

On Nov. 2, the day before Galdau’s hearing, executives from Lucky Dragon spoke about their plans to market to wealthy gamblers from China, along with Asian people in Las Vegas and the western U.S. During that same hearing, Burnett had some fun with Philip Hedley Bowcock, an executive with international sports bookmaking company William Hill, who was applying for suitability as a key executive. It was the kind of relaxed, conversational banter heard at business luncheons or in conference rooms as people enter and sit down for meetings. Burnett praised Bowcock’s background investigation — “the results were glowing” — and asked if the rumors about him becoming CEO were true. Bowcock politely deflected the question. The contrast between that exchange and the one Burnett had with Galdau during the next day’s hearing, for restricted gaming licensees, was stark. Burnett spoke about why Galdau was back before the board and having to review issues the board had with his personal gaming activities, business operations, experience and, Burnett said “some issues in regards to your personal life regarding use of drugs.” Restricted licenses typically are

given to small businesses, and they allow the operation of 15 or fewer slot or video poker machines. The people who appear at these hearings operate convenience stores, grocery stores or small bars and restaurants, like Galdau’s Owl. Burnett said the differences between their hearings and those of the nonrestricted businesses were dramatic. “When you sit through our Wednesday sessions, you have people who are of very educated backgrounds with a high net worth, sometimes billionaires,” Burnett said. “And when you go to the restricted agenda, you see people who in many cases are simply trying to make a living.“ Burnett said emotional hearings like Galdau’s are not unusual, but the licensing process usually filters most of the drama. When the board receives an application for such a license, it reviews the location to see if it’s manageable and then conducts a background check on the applicant, talking to law enforcement agencies and examining criminal and financial records. “We share that information with the applicant,” Burnett said. “A lot of times, if there are a lot of issues or problems, it doesn’t even get further than that. It doesn’t get to the agenda.”

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In fact, many times, there’s no drama to uncover. That was the case for one application heard an hour or so after Galdau’s. Maria Liza Ochia, who with her husband owns several Las Vegas Valley restaurants, was asking to have 15 slots in her restaurant on Maryland Parkway. Burnett asked Ochia about her business and her life in the community. After a few minutes of discussion, the board approved her application. Conversely, it’s also true that some drama can sometimes sneak through at the nonrestricted hearings. During the nonrestricted hearings on Nov. 2, one executive had to explain his run-in with drugs. He showed the requisite contrition — explaining that it was a one-time act he did when his marriage was failing — and the conversation returned to issues like his work history. A wake-up call In Galdau’s case, however, despite his repeated expressions of contrition, the board wouldn’t cut him a break. “They only focus on the red flags,” he said. “If a candidate doesn’t have any red flags, then it’s easy-peasy. You know, it’s like sometimes when you date a woman and she only focuses on one bad thing. They’re going to focus in on that one bad thing.” Looking back, Galdau described the process in two seemingly contradictory ways. On one hand, the ordeal was a much-needed wake-up call. “They were right about everything they said about me,” Galdau said. “In all their issues and all their concerns, they were spot on. Sometimes it takes another person to see who you really were. That was the board saying to me, ‘Are you kidding me? You’re selfdestructing. You’re acting immoral.’ ” At other times, he said the board simply didn’t understand him. “I had never gambled in my life when I moved here in 2012. I didn’t even know what a progressive was. So in 2015, I gambled $150,000,” he said. “I bet at gaming bars, and I was developing a relationship with hard-core gamblers. They didn’t understand I was using it as a form of gambling research. So that was very difficult for them. “One issue they had was they hated my social media,” he said. “I was constantly promoting myself, and so I was out gambling, drinking and eating. And they saw me at all those bars at the time.” Burnett wouldn’t share the results of Galdau’s investigation — those files

are confidential. And he was reluctant to talk details. He would only speak generally about the hearings. “While it was gut-wrenching and long and difficult, it played out as it should have,” Burnett said. “It was a fair hearing, and he had every opportunity to state his case.” Still, whether it was a learning experience or a process filled with misunderstandings, Galdau said it was emotionally devastating. “That was two hours, I have to say, that were worse than anything I’ve ever experienced as an adult,” he said.

“You know what they say, that speaking in public is what a lot of people are afraid of? “Now take going before a commission and a board and not just speaking in public but talking about (stuff ) you want nobody to know about. And it was all on public display. Even a day or two after, I was still traumatized from being judged and ripped and ridiculed.” But this is government, so of course November’s board meeting wasn’t the end. Galdau still had one more hearing to attend.

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The last stop While the board receives the applications and investigates, at the end of the day, it only makes recommendations. The five-person Nevada Gaming Commission has the final say, either upholding or rejecting the board’s recommendations. It’s the last stop for applicants who have failed to impress the board. In this case, the board recommended to deny with prejudice Galdau’s application for a license and his request to withdraw that application. If the commission agreed, Galdau would have to wait a full year to reapply, rather than just a few months like he had hoped. So once again, on Nov. 17, Galdau found himself standing at the same lectern, in the same wood-paneled room, asking for one last shot at quickly getting the license he says he needs to save his restaurant. And once again, it did not go well. This time, the conversation was mostly with Dr. Tony Alamo, the commission’s chairman. But it sounded a lot like the exchange Galdau had with Burnett a few weeks earlier. It began with the formalities, Galdau stating his name for the record and Alamo explaining how the hearing would proceed. Alamo then adopted the tone of a concerned and patient father about to spell out some of life’s hard truths. “Do you need some water? Did you not show up today with counsel? Are you here by yourself?” Alamo asked before explaining that the commission has to unanimously overturn the board’s recommendation. If even one commissioner objects, the recommendation stands. “I wish we had the ability of a withdrawal or other options like the board does,” Alamo said. “But we don’t. And that is statutory. I’m here to follow the law, not break it.” Galdau, realizing there was no hope, gave up. “I’m not going to waste the commission’s time or the board’s time,” he said. “I did not know there wasn’t a middle ground. “I’m not ready. I’m not the suitable, traditional candidate that you require or that the license demands. I have only begun that process both in my personal life and in my business life. So if there is no middle ground and if I understand that correctly, Mr. Chairman, that it is either uphold the decision of the board or license, I wouldn’t waste your time. I would say uphold the decision of the board.” And that’s exactly what happened.

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Blood services are just part of the overall mission of the international emergency-assistance and disaster-relief agency, which also is known for its blood-services programs. “At the time, there wasn’t a proliferation of nonprofits like there is today, so the American Red Cross was one of the only conduits for citizens who wanted to get involved.” Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross in Washington, D.C., in 1881. The local chapter — originally chartered as the Clark County Red Cross — was formed in 1917 through the volunteer efforts of a small group of women who rolled bandages and knitted sweaters, socks and caps for soldiers fighting in cold climates overseas in World War I. “There was a real sense of national identity in those days, and people really pulled together as a country in response to a call for support for WWI,” Emerson said. “One of our principles is to ensure that folks have their basic humanitarian needs met, and even today we still have a knitting club at Nellis Air Force Base, so that 100-year-old legacy lives on.” After the war ended, Emerson said the organization began looking for other ways to support the community, and turned its efforts toward the Boulder Dam project. Constructed from 1931 to 1936 during the Great Depression, the project — later renamed Hoover Dam — attracted thousands of unemployed people to Southern Nevada, which was unprepared to accommodate the massive influx. “People began flocking here and often had no housing or food or even clothing,” Emerson said. “We created some tent cities and offered other assistance, even providing gasoline for folks to leave town and relocate elsewhere when overcrowding became an issue.” Then Nellis Air Force Base opened in 1941, and the organization began focusing on providing services to the military, which is still an integral component of its core mission. When Nevada became ground zero for nuclear testing in the 1950s, the American Red Cross shifted its local role to preparedness, school defense and water safety. Other major services now include health and safety programs such as CPR and first-aid training, international services and blood services, with the organization serving as the

“There was a real sense of national identity in those days, and people really pulled together as a country in response to a call for support for WWI. One of our principles is to ensure that folks have their basic humanitarian needs met, and even today we still have a knitting club at Nellis Air Force Base, so that 100-year-old legacy lives on.” — Scott Emerson, CEO of the local chapter of the American Red Cross

largest supplier of blood in the U.S. The local chapter is the primary blood provider for 10 area hospitals. A volunteer-led organization, the Southern Nevada chapter of the American Red Cross has 502 people serving in this capacity, with Christina Aberle acting as the local volunteer services specialist, responsible for recruitment and outreach. “The American Red Cross is recognizable, so people trust us,” Aberle said, adding that attracting volunteers is an easy sell. “We get a lot of folks interested in our Disaster Action Teams, and others who don’t realize that we also have a huge military involvement. And a lot of people just say, ‘Where do you need me to help?’ ” Historically, disaster response and disaster preparedness have been cornerstones of the organization’s mission. Donna Robinson, the local disaster program specialist, oversees the Home Fire Campaign, in which volunteers install free smoke alarms and teach people about escape plans and ways to avoid having a fire. She also directs the Pillowcase Project. “We go into elementary schools and give kids pillowcases printed with a list of things to put in them in order to be prepared for a disaster like a flash flood or a fire,” she said. “This includes items like clothing, a flashlight, a radio, a first-aid kit and snacks.” She said the organization installed 1,343 smoke alarms in homes in Southern Nevada in fiscal year 2016, which ended June 30, while 1,951 students were educated in disaster preparedness through the Pillowcase Project. The Disaster Action Team is on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies in the valley, which averages a fire about every 20 hours.

Over the years, the organization also has taken action in the wake of tragedies that have made national headlines, such as the Nov. 21, 1980, fire at the MGM Grand Hotel, which killed 85 people and remains the worst disaster in Nevada history. Volunteers from the local chapter were on hand for days to support victims and their families, reunite victims with their loved ones, provide emotional support and supply catering and other essential services. The organization also was there to help when a blast at the Pepcon (Pacific Engineering and Production Co. of Nevada) chemical plant in Henderson shook the community on May 4, 1988, killing two people, injuring hundreds and damaging or destroying thousands of homes. More recently, the organization rendered aid during the Carpenter 1 fire on Mount Charleston, which began July 1, 2013, and wasn’t fully contained until Aug. 18. The blaze consumed nearly 28,000 acres and resulted in the evacuation of residents and business owners. “We mobilized volunteers for several days, and worked with multiple agencies to help support displaced families,” Emerson said. “Most folks left their homes thinking they’d only be gone for a few hours, so some of the local hotels provided free rooms, and the YMCA put together extendedcare kits and activities for the kids. We even partnered with the city of Las Vegas and Animal Control for a mobile pet shelter. One of our core strengths is being able to pull people together.” United Way of Southern Nevada is among the myriad agencies that boasts a long-standing partnership with the American Red Cross of Southern Nevada, according to Bob

Morgan, president and CEO of the local chapter of United Way, adding that the organizations often work in tandem to build a stronger community by ensuring that families have the assistance they need in times of crisis. “We are tremendously thankful for the support of American Red Cross of Southern Nevada as they provide disaster services, support to the armed forces and help to reconnect families,” Morgan said. “Through United Way of Southern Nevada’s fundraising efforts, over $1.35 million has been directed to American Red Cross of Southern Nevada over the last decade.” As the organization prepares to mark 100 years of service to the local community, Emerson said plans are in the works for a centennial event — or possibly a series of events. To that end, a centennial committee has been created to iron out details. The committee includes Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman and former Mayor Oscar Goodman, both of whom are avid supporters of the agency. “For 100 years, the American Red Cross of Southern Nevada has been working to rebuild lives affected by disaster,” Mayor Goodman said in a prepared statement. “The Red Cross and its volunteers are heroes to countless people throughout our community, providing emergency services, supporting military families and training citizens in life-saving CPR and firstaid skills. They are always with us to provide compassionate care to those in need.” And having weathered a century of economic downturns, world conflicts and ever-changing social conditions, it is clear that the American Red Cross is here to stay, having become deeply rooted in the communities it serves. “While I cannot predict where we will be in the next 100 years, I do know that the Red Cross will be here, because the community continues to support it,” Emerson said. “It’s an iconic organization that is part of the American DNA, the connection to our history, our families and our communities. It also is a springboard for the betterment of our future — our children. We are not your grandparent’s Red Cross — we are your Red Cross. And in the future, we will be the Red Cross your children can count on in time of need.”

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Our community is what we make of it, so let’s get involved

as Vegas is a community like no other. One of the unique aspects of this city is that only a small percentage of the population is actually from here. Most of us came from somewhere else. I hear people say that this makes it hard to feel a sense of community, but I feel the opposite. I think it provides an opportunity for us to create a special community, one that’s even better and more caring than where we came from. Since most people in Las Vegas are transplants, we are relatively free from the cliques and exclusive social networks Guest column: seen in other cities. tyler corder There are no barriers to involvement here. Doors are open in Las Vegas. I’ve noticed that people here are quick to accept newcomers, and it’s easy to get involved. Individual involvement makes a community great. At Findlay Automotive, we have been active in the community since our founding in 1961. We

Since most people in Las Vegas are transplants, we are relatively free from the cliques and exclusive social networks seen in other cities. There are no barriers to involvement here. Doors are open in Las Vegas. People here are quick to accept newcomers, and it’s easy to get involved. believe it is a responsibility of every business to give back to the community. We encourage our people to join charity boards, volunteer and support local organizations. It’s a way to improve the area where we live and, incidentally, we also feel it’s good for business. If people see us out doing good things in the community, they just might remember us when it comes time to look for a new car. If you’d like to get involved but aren’t sure where to start, consider this: What are you passionate about? What moves you? If you have children, it may be youth sports or schools. If a friend or relative has had a disease, you can find a charity that deals with it. If you love the arts, there are plenty of organizations that can use your help. Whatever it is that you care about, find an organization that addresses that issue and call them. Local charities and community organizations need you. In my case, I’ve been fortunate enough to be a

part of organizations that do wonderful things. I knew someone who worked at Safe Nest, so I got involved in the battle against domestic violence. Then I got involved in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the American Heart Association. I’ve had family members dealing with both of those issues. Then I joined the board of the Foundation for an Independent Tomorrow (FIT) to help people get good jobs and off of public assistance. Most recently, I’ve become the board president for the American Red Cross, which helps people in so many ways. Along the way, I’ve met some great people and developed strong relationships with people whom I otherwise would never have met. Once you take the first step toward community involvement, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner. Author David McGee said this about giving: “What we spend, we lose. What we keep will be left for others. What we give away will be ours forever.” There is a unique happiness only found in serving others. It gives a sense of purpose that can’t be found in just doing your job and trying to make a living. We are all blessed to live in this great city in the greatest country in the world. It is our responsibility to try to give back a little bit. You’ll be glad you did. Tyler Corder is CEO and chief financial officer at Findlay Automotive Group.

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Calendar of events WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4 Stirling Club business network luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m. Cost: $26 Location: Gordon Biersch, 3987 Paradise Road, Las Vegas Information: Visit celebrityspeakersentertainment.com Writer, health coach and cancer survivor Danny Efron will discuss the power of perspective and how it contributes to personal and business success. Groundbreaking Ceremony of HUVR Time: 10:30 a.m. Cost: Free Location: Nevada State College, 1125 Nevada State Drive, Henderson Information: Visit cityofhenderson.com Join local officials for the groundbreaking of the Henderson Unmanned Vehicle Range.

Information: Call 702-586-3812 Join Southern Nevada legislators, the Las Vegas Metro Chamber, local government officials, business leaders and other community stakeholders to discuss and review regional priorities for the 2017 legislative session.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6 Women in Cable Telecommunications Signature Luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $500 (CES badge required) Location: Aria (Level 1, Bristlecone 6), Tech South, 3730 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Visit wictsignatureluncheon.com The luncheon will showcase the importance and impact of gender diversity in the media.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 7

Startup Night Downtown Vegas Time: 6-9 p.m. Cost: Free (RSVP required) Location: Gold Spike, 217 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas Information: Visit ces.tech CES and Tech.Co present an evening of startups, technology, networking and cocktails.

CES Closing Party Time: 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Cost: Complimentary for CES attendees w/badge or event pass Location: Marquee Nightclub at Cosmopolitan, 3708 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Visit ces.tech Celebrate the end of the annual show.

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The Art of Execution: A Cerebral Experience Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $25 Location: The Beacon Center, 4505 W. Hacienda Ave., Suite G2, Las Vegas Information: Email bridget@bridgetwashington. com Attendees will learn how to bring their goals into action.

CES Opening Party Time: 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Cost: Complimentary for CES attendees w/badge or event pass Location: Tao Nightclub at Venetian, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Visit ces.tech Mingle over drinks with CES attendees after the first day of the convention. Southern Nevada Forum Time: 8-9:30 a.m. Cost: Free (registration required) Location: Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas

What’s Your Story Workshop Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $45 advance; $50 door Location: Innevation Center, 6795 S. Edmond St., Las Vegas Information: Visit eventbrite.com Successful business owners and professionals will share their stories.

Startup Grind Time: 6-10 p.m. Cost: $35 Location: Private residence in Henderson; address provided upon registration Information: Visit startupgrind.com Authors Robert Scoble and Shel Israel will discuss their new book, “The Fourth Transformation: How Augmented Reality & Artificial Intelligence Will Change Everything.” SPOTLIGHT 17 Las Vegas Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: $25 in advance; $30 at the door Location: Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-610-4133 This is Nerium International’s inaugural brand partner event. It will provide brand partners with the opportunity to partake in comprehensive training, new product announcements, recognition, talks from guest speakers and more.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 10 CCRA Travel Commerce Network Las Vegas Area Chapter Meeting Time: 6-8 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Total Wine Summerlin, 730 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas Information: Call 702-347-8921 Attendees will discuss business goals and challenges for 2017 while mingling with other travel industry professionals. Henderson Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast Time: 7-9 a.m. Cost: $30 for Henderson Chamber members; $50 for nonmembers; $10 additional for walk-ins Location: Sunset Station, Sunset Room, 1301 W. Sunset Road, Henderson Information: Call 702-565-8951 The topic of this monthly event will be “Building a More Educated Workforce: The 529 College Savings Program.”

Conventions

expected Show Location Dates attendance

CES 2017

Las Vegas Convention Center

Jan. 5-8

165,000

Promotional Products Association International Expo

Mandalay Bay

Jan. 8-12

20,000

ATD TechKnowledge Conference and Exposition

Caesars Palace

Jan. 11-13

1,200

WFG Continental Cup of Curling

Orleans

Jan. 12-15

7,500

World of Concrete

Las Vegas Convention Center

Jan. 17-20

60,000

Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show

Sands Expo and Convention Center

Jan. 17-20

64,500

Adult Entertainment Expo

Hard Rock Hotel

Jan. 18-21

25,000

International Surface Event

Mandalay Bay

Jan. 18-20

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Bid Opportunities January 5 3 p.m. Current production model compact minivans Clark County, 604315 Sandra Mendoza at sda@clarkcountynv.gov

January 11 2:15 p.m. Clark County Public Works multiuse center Clark County, 604252 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov

January 17 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for armored car services Clark County, 604193 Chetan Champaneri at chetanc@ clarkcountynv.gov

January 18 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for air conditioning parts and supplies Clark County, 604289 Ashley Peterson at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov

January 19 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for traffic signals and street light lamps and ballasts Clark County, 604295 Ashley Peterson at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov

Brokered transactions Sale $4,950,000 for 28,762 square feet, office 1700 Horizon Ridge Parkway, Henderson 89012 Landlord: Corley, LLC Landlord agent: Soozi Jones Walker, CCIM, SIOR, and Bobbi Miracle, CCIM, SIOR, of Commercial Executives Real Estate Services Tenant: First Savings Bank Tenant agent: Did not disclose $3,725,000 for 15,976 square feet, retail 7083 W. Craig Road, Las Vegas

89129 Landlord: Wells Fargo N.A. Landlord agent: N/A Tenant: Craig 95 Holdings LLC Tenant agent: Nelson Tressler and Michael Zobrist of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank $325,000 for 4,051 square feet, industrial 2551 E. Washburn Road, North Las Vegas 89081 Landlord: AMP Development LLC Landlord agent: Ben Millis, Chris Beets and Dave Wrzesinski of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank Tenant: 2567 E. Washburn Rd LLC Tenant agent: Dan Doherty of Colliers International

Lease $366,808 for 3,290 square feet, retail 4245 S. Grand Canyon Road, Suite 109, Las Vegas 89147 Landlord: E-Grand Ventures LLC Landlord agent: Nelson Tressler and Michael Zobrist of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank Tenant: Crossqueens Fitness LLC dba Orangetheory Fitness Tenant agent: N/A

BUSINESS LICENSES Gary Scotton License type: Real estate sales Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Gary Scotton Gaudin Ford License type: Automotive sales with minor repair Address: 6625 Roy Horn Way, Las Vegas Owner: Silver State Ford Gigaparts License type: General retail sales Address: 3021 S. Valley View Blvd., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Gigaparts Go Holdings License type: Short-term residential rental Address: 325 Revere Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Ori Ichaki Gold Dot Investigations License type: Professional services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Rudolph Lara Great Clips License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 3073 W. Craig Road, North Las Vegas Owner: Vguru Healthcare Partners Medical Group License type: Clinic or laboratory Address: 9499 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 100, Las Vegas

Owner: Davita Medical Group Nevada Heroes for Sale LV License type: General retail sales Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite G61, Las Vegas Owner: Bainer Technologies Highland Industrial Park License type: Business space for rent or lease Address: 2901 Highland Drive, Las Vegas Owner: EFK Holdings Holiday Sales License type: Temporary merchant Address: 510 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Realty Holdings House of Manchester Caribbean Grill License type: Restaurant/food court-service Address: 2256 Losee Road, North Las Vegas Owner: Mikel Roach Innovative It License type: Business consultant Address: 7410 Wild Horse Mesa Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Innovative It Integrative Advanced Massage License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 3193 Shadowridge Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Harmony Bilan Integrity Tax Services License type: Business support Address: 718 S. Eighth St., Las Vegas Owner: Charisa Overton Ivvys Touch License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 7455 W. Washington Ave., Suite 210, Las Vegas Owner: Hector Acevedo Lopez Javier Michel Corral & Ramona Hernandez De Michel License type: Rental property Address: 2028 Bassler St., North Las Vegas Owner: Javier Michel Corral, Ramona Hernandez De Michel JBE Systems License type: Computer sales and services Address: 1176 Center Point Drive, Henderson Owner: JBE Systems Joanne I. Maioli License type: Real estate sales Address: 7473 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Joanne Maioli Karla Meng

License type: Real estate sales Address: 8010 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 140, Las Vegas Owner: Karla Meng Kris Renae Watier License type: Real estate sales Address: 401 N. Buffalo Drive, Suite 202, Las Vegas Owner: Kris Watier Kyle Northup License type: Real estate sales Address: 10100 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 160, Las Vegas Owner: Kyle Northup LV Nails License type: Cosmetology Address: 5601 N. Tenaya Way, Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Cindy Chau La Michoacana Market License type: Tobacco dealer Address: 1424 N. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Leobardo McGarvie Las Vegas Wireless and Repairs License type: General retail sales Address: 1535 N. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Dennis Chavez Lawn Mower Doctor License type: Repair and maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Hector Villegas Legara License type: General retail sales Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite B49, Las Vegas Owner: Leon M. Cohen LJ5 License type: Refer customers to Realtor and real estate agents Address: 739 Sandy Hook Terrace, Henderson Owner: LJ5 Llantera California License type: Automotive garage/ service station Address: 2105 Fremont St., Las Vegas Owner: Nevada Ideal Love Local Real Estate License type: Real estate firm Address: 7997 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: JT GRE Lowry’s Catering License type: Alcoholic beverage caterer Address: 2620 Regatta Drive, Suite 111, and 4125 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Robert W. Lowry Luke Stalcup License type: Real estate sales Address: 9420 W. Sahara Ave.,

Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: Luke G. Stalcup Luxury Rentals Vegas License type: Short-term residential rental Address: 8616 Cremona Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Emerald Investments LV Food Junky License type: Food services or cafe Address: 450 Fremont St., Suite 135, Las Vegas Owner: LV Food Junky Mandalay Cultural Gifts License type: General retail sales Address: 4300 Meadows Lane Kiosk, Suite 5542, Las Vegas Owner: Ma Aint Manuel Media License type: Photography Address: Did not disclose Owner: Marlon Jay Manuel Manuel Olivo Montelongo License type: Professional services Address: 1801 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite A, Las Vegas Owner: Manuel Montelongo Maximum Maintenance License type: Repair and maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: David Henry Maylin Gonzalez License type: Real estate sales Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Maylin Gonzalez Medical Massage Rehab License type: Independent massage therapist Address: Did not disclose Owner: Dana Kuns Mimi’ & Coco’ Bistro License type: Restaurant Address: 40 Costa Di Lago, Suite 120, Henderson Owner: M&A Small Kitchen Group Moneygram Payment Systems License type: Wire Service Address: Multiple addresses in Las Vegas Owner: Steven Piano and W. Alex Holmes Mooch’s Munchies License type: General retail sales Address: 101 S. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 16, Las Vegas Owner: Mooch’s Munchies Mountain West Debt Fund License type: Mortgage lending Address: 2298 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 213, Henderson Owner: Mountain West Debt Fund MPI Worldwide License type: General retail sales

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Records and Transactions Address: 5075 Cameron St., Las Vegas Owner: John Popovich Mykonos Greek Cuisine License type: Restaurant Address: 9320 Sun City Blvd., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Mykonos Restaurant Group National Sports Consulting Agency License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 848 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 490, Las Vegas Owner: National Sports Consulting Agency New Image Advanced Laser Skin Center License type: Professional services - medical Address: 7455 W. Washington Ave., Suite 400, Las Vegas Owner: Michael S. Mall Nicholas Murray License type: Real estate sales Address: 1050 Indigo Drive, Las Vegas Owner: NS Holdings

business Address: 3651 Lindell Road, Suite D, Las Vegas Owner: Prestige Installations Primo Electric License type: Contractor Address: 2829 Synergy St., North Las Vegas Owner: Primo Electric Pro Tech Wireless License type: General retail sales Address: 707 Fremont St., Suite 2300, Las Vegas Owner: Luis Cordero and Ana Jimenez Prologix Distribution Services License type: Trucking Address: 6180 S. Pearl St., Suite F, Las Vegas Owner: Prologix Distribution Services Punk Rock Bowling License type: Professional promoter Address: 4450 Campbell Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Byo Records

Noah Records License type: General retail sales Address: 2901 W. Washington Ave., Suite G108, Las Vegas Owner: Valentin Guinac Herrera

Pure Prudential License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 5261 Shreve Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Jose Martinez Nunez

NV Multi Services License type: Professional services Address: 3712 E. Owens Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: NV Multi Services

Quality Towing License type: Automobile towing Address: 2024 Losee Road, Las Vegas Owner: City Towing

Oasis To Zen Wellness Center & Transformation License type: Professional services Address: 5715 W. Alexander Road, Suite 140, Las Vegas Owner: Cheri Petroni

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers License type: Restaurant Address: 110 N. Stephanie St., Henderson Owner: Mrg-Rc10

Ono’s Island BBQ License type: Open-air vending Address: 5740 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Good Times Billiards Paul D. Lemus License type: Real estate sales Address: 8704 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 105, Las Vegas Owner: Nevada Southern Realty PKWY Rampart License type: Gaming restricted Address: 450 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: PKWY Summerlin Preferred Gaming & Entertainment License type: Type 7 Address: 1664 Liege Drive, Henderson Owner: Preferred Gaming & Entertainment Prestige Installations License type: Interjurisdictional

Ratio Cyber Systems License type: General services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Theodore A. Hovig Robertson & Olson Construction License type: Contractor Address: 4857 NW Lake Road, Suite 320, Las Vegas Owner: Matti Olson Safedoggy Pet Sitting License type: Personal Services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Rebecca Wittmeyer Sam’s Appliances Sales & Repair Services License type: Repair and maintenance Address: 2400 S. Jones Blvd., Suite 4, Las Vegas Owner: Brito Air Conditioning & Heating Scaffold Design Systems License type: Marketing and consulting

Address: 867 Sumner Ranch Road, Henderson Owner: Scaffold Design Systems Selbert Perkins Design License type: General services Address: 432 Culver Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Robin Perkins Silver State Flooring License type: Contractor Address: 7600 Homemade Court, Las Vegas Owner: Did not disclose Sloan & Bri License type: Online sales of women’s clothing Address: 1078 Swinford Court, Henderson Owner: Sloan & Bri Smoke Shop License type: Tobacco dealer Address: 1451 N. Jones Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Krishan Lal Snap Towing License type: Automobile towing Address: 350 W. Warm Springs Road, Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: B&E Sneed Coaching and Consulting License type: Management or consulting service Address: 321 S. Casino Center Blvd., Suite 107, Las Vegas Owner: The Sneed Group St. Vincent Apartments License type: Apartment house Address: 1521 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas Owner: CCSN Sro Stacks and Yolks License type: Restaurant Address: 3200 N. Jones Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Emam Gabriela Stafford License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 3189 Castle Canyon Ave., Henderson Owner: Gabriela Lizzeth Stafford Stericycle Environmental Solutions License type: Miscellaneous Address: 595 Corinthian Way, North Las Vegas Owner: Stericycle Environmental Solutions Susan C. Gallahar License type: Real estate sales Address: 10100 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 160, Las Vegas Owner: Susan C. Gallahar Sweet Gerken Quilts License type: Quilt sales Address: 2337 Aztec Ruin Way, Henderson

Owner: Mary Gerken Tech Force National License type: Burglar alarm service Address: 1555 N. Freedom Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: JRM Management and RJH Enterprises Terraxd License type: General retail sales Address: 5348 Vegas Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Terraxd The Haunted Museum License type: General services Address: 600 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Zak Bagans’ the Haunted Museum The Museum Store License type: General retail sales Address: 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas Owner: The Marshall Retail Group The Spa at Suncoast License type: Cosmetology Address: 9090 Alta Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Summerlin Spa Thierry Maioli License type: Real estate sales Address: 7473 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: Thierry Maioli Thompson Neon Sign License type: Contractor Address: 1931 Losee Road, Suite 110, Las Vegas Owner: Thompson Development Tio Pepe License type: Business support Address: 2028 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Nevada Ideal Tres Living License type: Real estate Address: 12211 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 160, Henderson Owner: Richard J. Golden Triggernometry Guns and Ammo License type: Firearm sales Address: 701 N. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson Owner: Triggernometry Ultra Genicks License type: Instruction services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Paul S. Genick Vacation Hotpads License type: Short-term residential rental Address: 1800 Runningbear Drive, and 341 Tobler Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Vacation Hotpads Virtuous Vinyl License type: General retail sales

Address: Did not disclose Owner: Francisco Eclarin and Riannon Eclarin Whip-Lashes License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 2016 Orchard Valley Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Issarin Sayavong Wud Wireless License type: General retail sales Address: 4300 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas Owner: RDJD Yanni’s French Bistro License type: Beer, wine, spiritbased products on-sale Address: 10345 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 110, Henderson Owner: Gummy Enterprises 148 Acevending License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Daniel Vega 4D Commissary License type: Restaurant/food court-service Address: 2987 Las Vegas Blvd. North, North Las Vegas Owner: 4D Management Holdings A Perfect Hue License type: Hair salon Address: 170 S. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 100, Henderson Owner: A Perfect Hue A&A Auto Sound License type: General retail sales Address: 1333 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite B, Las Vegas Owner: Lucas Martinez Aa Super Cleaning Service License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Hongzhi Yang Ability Plus Home Health Care License type: Residential home care provider Address: 5300 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 103, Las Vegas Owner: Healthone Acrx Specialty Pharmacy License type: Drug store Address: 3200 Soaring Gulls Drive, Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Eghomware Igbinovia Affairs to Remember Catering License type: Alcoholic beverage caterer Address: 1401 N. Decatur Blvd., Suite 13, Las Vegas Owner: Michael G. Whitesides Agustin Sequeira License type: Real estate sales Address: 1735 Village Center Circle, Las Vegas

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Records and Transactions Owner: Agustin Sequeira All In Wireless License type: General retail sales Address: 3131 N. Rancho Drive, Suite D, Las Vegas Owner: L&G Enterprise All N One Insurance Services License type: Insurance agency Address: 629 S. Casino Center Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Andrew Renshaw Amerifirst Financial License type: Professional services Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Eric M. Bowlby Anago of Las Vegas License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 2881 S. Valley View Blvd., Suite 7, Las Vegas Owner: Adak LLC Anderson, Amanda Joy License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 1000 Black Olive St., Henderson Owner: Amanda Anderson Anthony’s Watch & Jewelry Repairs License type: Watch and jewelry repair and sales Address: 2633 Windmill Parkway, Henderson Owner: Anthony’s Watch & Jewelry Repairs Arts Montage License type: Three PCS frameless panels Address: 1300 W. Sunset Road, Henderson Owner: Arts Montage Asian Cafe License type: Food services or cafe Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite H27, Las Vegas Owner: Narit Chaiwon Avaruus Architecture License type: Architectural firm Address: 9480 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 240, Henderson Owner: Avaruus Architecture Barbara Burchfield License type: Independent massage therapist Address: Did not disclose Owner: Barbara G. Burchfield Big Foote Transport Corporation License type: Express or delivery service Address: Did not disclose Owner: Tarrance Foote and Kimberly Foote CA Salon License type: Barbershop and cosmetology establishment Address: 2663 Windmill Parkway,

Henderson Owner: Charles Azzi Beauty Center Canopi License type: Medical marijuana dispensary Address: 1324 S. Third St., Las Vegas Owner: Clark NMSD Cashman Equipment Co. License type: Building, plant nursery and hardware supplies Address: 3300 St. Rose Parkway, Las Vegas Owner: Michael C. Pack, Robert Vanderpool II and Mary Kaye Cashman Chinese Village License type: Restaurant Address: 608 N. Rainbow Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Wheel of Gold Cici’s Pizza License type: Restaurant Address: 309 N. Nellis Blvd., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Al-Wahhab Class A Cleaners License type: Repair and maintenance Address: 3651 Lindell Road, Las Vegas Owner: Fildel Clear Vision Eye Centers License type: Professional services - medical Address: 8230 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 121, Las Vegas Owner: Pritchett Eye Care CML Las Vegas 2 License type: Open-air vending Address: 506 Fremont St., Las Vegas Owner: CML Las Vegas Cor3 Studios License type: Pilates classes Address: 2475 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 100, Henderson Owner: Cor3 Studios Cork and Thorn License type: Beer and wine room Address: 330 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Naakiti Floral Design Costa Rica Land 4 Sale License type: Business support Address: 510 S. 10th St., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: Beach Cities Investments Cottrill Research License type: Research services Address: 1136 Via Fellini, Henderson Owner: Cottrill Research

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$371,285, fireproof 2855 E. Lone Mountain Road, North Las Vegas Southland Industries $325,000, mechanical 301 Fremont St., Las Vegas Corporate Air Mechanical Services $279,634, residential - production 42 Bella Lago Ave., Henderson Lyon William Homes $250,000, tenant improvement 4850 W. Craig Road, Las Vegas Starnes & Oswalt Construction $239,537, fireproof 3730 Civic Center Drive, North Las Vegas XL Fire Protection $223,720, demolition 2222 Civic Center Drive, North Las Vegas Ampco Contracting $216,072, single-family dwelling 8326 Beldina St., Las Vegas Pulte Homes of Nevada $215,811, residential - production 2425 Cingoli St., Henderson KB Home Inspirada $196,016, residential - production 384 Lost Horizon Ave., Henderson Greystone Nevada $195,981, medical office tenant improvement 2904 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 101, Henderson Parikh Nutan KMD $193,849, single-family dwelling 8930 Sable Falls St., Las Vegas Richmond American Homes of Nevada $192,301, residential - production 997 Cedar Cliff Court, Henderson Greystone Nevada $181,244, single-family dwelling x2 12114 and 12122 Rojo Roma Ave., Las Vegas

$156,203, residential - production 157 Sand Lake St., Henderson KB Home Nevada $155,395, wall/fence 6151 N. Torrey Pines Drive, Las Vegas DR Horton $155,315, residential - production x2 33 and 37 Costa Tropical Drive, Henderson Century Communities Nevada $154,866, single-family dwelling 7299 Ellington Park St., Las Vegas Toll North LV $154,151, residential - production 904 Soaring Moon Drive, Henderson KB Home LV Talesera Hills $149,105, residential - production 149 Shear Peak Ave., Henderson PN II $143,000, commercial - remodel 168 N. Gibson Road, Henderson Holdco One Sub #1 $138,306, single-family dwelling 8955 Sable Falls St., Las Vegas Richmond American Homes of Nevada $138,306, single-family dwelling 9698 Summer Bliss Ave., Las Vegas Richmond American Homes of Nevada $132,055, residential - new 3648 Starlight Ranch Ave., North Las Vegas Shalc Gc

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1964

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