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The Go Vegas suite of skills on Amazon’s voice-controlled Alexa app has expanded to include news flashes on downtown’s Innovation District, real-time transit lookup and information about parks, community centers and cultural events.

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gun skills for law enforcers

on the cover College students who are the first in their families face an uphill climb. (Photo illustration by Liz Brown/Staff)

In a remote mountainside area of the valley, Metro Police and the FBI train officers and agents to fire a range of weapons under conditions that mimic what they might see in the field. From the sniper deck and the “shoot house” to a broken-down bus, the exercises help those charged with protecting the public keep their skills sharp.

blazing trails, changing lives

Higher education opens so many doors. But what about the door to college? For those aspiring to be the first in their families to reach that level, the challenges are exceptionally daunting. They might be financial, academic, social or all of the above. Support systems have developed in the valley, and the return on investment can be big.

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Don’t stop at the blend of fabrics. Knowing the origin of what you buy is key to the concept of fair trade, under which workers around the world are respected.

Mojave Moon Jewelry’s handmade products are sold during Maker’s Market at Sister House Collective in downtown Las Vegas. (wade vandervort/special to the sunday)

strategize to see the knights

Of the 14,000 hockey fans holding season tickets for the Golden Knights, 90 percent have local ZIP codes. If you’re worried about getting seats to a home game once the team’s inaugural season kicks off in October, take a gander at our breakdown of the lowest and highest prices based on sales already happening online.

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Consumers are overwhelmed with choices. Having a quality product might not be enough to distinguish a brand, but the backstory can be a powerful draw. more VEGAS INC n HR to organizing, P47 n Henderson haunt, P48 n Pitfalls of sharing family property, P49

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Shannon West’s legacy gets an upgrade The homeless youth center’s new space was honored along with its namesake’s memory.

delivery man can bring marijuana 20 The It’s a fledgling aspect of a fledgling industry, but many dispensaries and clients want in.

‘There is a push to divide the country ...’ Advocates insist that painting immigrants as criminals is not the way to lasting reforms.

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Let-them-eat-cake policies hit working class The ratio of median compensation for CEOs and the average American has skyrocketed.

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A rider preps for a race on the first day of the USA BMX Nationals at South Point. (Mikayla Whitmore/staff)

july 18

session scandal Sen. Mark Manendo, D-Las Vegas, resigned after an investigation into claims he sexually harassed female staff, with at least 14 incidents filed during this year’s legislative session.

july 19

newbies sworn in Michele Fiore and Steve Seroka were sworn in as Las Vegas City Council members after winning in the June runoff election. It was also Scott Adams’ first meeting as city manager.

july 20

o.j. gets parole Nevada parole commissioners decided to free O.J. Simpson. The 70-year-old had served more than eight years in prison for a 2007 armed robbery in Las Vegas.

July 25

CONEY TALLY The American Coney Island at the D in downtown Las Vegas is expected to sell its millionth signature dog. That customer will receive a year of free coney dogs.

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musical feast Tickets will go on sale for the Sept. 2223 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena. The festival features Pink, Coldplay, The Weeknd, Miley Cyrus, Kesha Harry Styles and others.

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Vote by the Las Vegas City Council to approve a United Soccer League expansion team to play at Cashman Field. If the league expands, as expected, the Las Vegas team would start playing in 2018.

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$120M Funds proposed to revive the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump in Nevada that U.S. Rep. Ruben Kihuen introduced an amendment to cut from a House appropriations bill July 19.

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trump fires a warning shot President Donald Trump sent a message to U.S. Sen. Dean Heller, R-Nev., July 19 at a White House lunch with GOP lawmakers. Heller has been on the fence about supporting the president’s effort to repeal and replace efforts the Affordable Care Act. Seated right next to Heller, Trump looked at him and said:

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(You were) the one we were worried about. You weren’t there. You’re going to be.” He then added, “He

wants to remain a senator, doesn’t he? I think the people of your state — which I know very well — I think they’re going to appreciate what you hopefully will do.”

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the lawman isnt done Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo on July 18 announced his intention to seek re-election next year. The nearly 30-year police veteran began as a patrolman with Metro in 1989, later running its homeland security, patrol and searchand-rescue divisions. He was elected sheriff in 2014 over retired Capt. Larry Burns. “Metro is the finest police organization in America, I truly believe that, and we’ve gotten even better over these past three years,” Lombardo said in a statement.

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so many kings Elvis Tribute artists compete July 14 in round one for the Images of the King: Las Vegas Champion title, an opportunity to compete in the World Championship in Memphis, and a chance to leave with $5,000 during Elvis Fest at Sam’s Town. (Corlene Byrd/staff)

monsoon season Heavy rain put a flash-flood warning into effect for the southeast Las Vegas Valley July 19, with more than an inch dropping fast and swamping roadways.

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a day for drinking Las Vegas celebrates tequila every day, but July 24 is the official observance for Mexico’s notorious spirit. Made from the blue agave plant, tequila has five classifications based on age and more than 600 distinct aromas identified by the Mexican Academy of Tequila Tasters. VinePair, a site dedicated to the alcohol industry, reported that in 2016, Nevada ranked No. 1 nationally for tequila consumption.

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Members of the inaugural cohort of the UNLV School of Medicine pose for a photo July 17 after a ceremony at the Student Union in which stethoscopes donated by Dr. Constantine George were awarded. (Mikayla Whitmore/staff)

Share of children entering kindergarten in Nevada covered by health insurance, according to an annual health survey by the Nevada Institute for Children’s Research and Policy at UNLV. Among the uninsured, 53.6 percent are Hispanic.

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Both Metro officers and FBI agents have to requalify in handgun training four times a year, which Rouse says is double the requirement for the majority of agencies in the country. The shooters are scored on such performance elements as accuracy and time.

EXERCISES

As society evolves, so does law enforcement training, FBI Las Vegas Division Director Aaron Rouse says. Conducting in-depth analysis before designing exercises, the FBI often institutes new training that reflects real-life scenarios. “As the FBI goes, so do most of the departments in the United States,” Rouse says of the trickledown to local law enforcement.

Most handgun encounters between law enforcement and violent offenders happen within 7 yards, in low light.

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here’s nothing worse for a law enforcement officer than having to utilize deadly force.

It is the hardest decision, but we need the officers and FBI agents to be able to make those decisions in a split second. We need to train them to make it appropriately and ensure that when they have to use deadly force, they’re accurate.” ¶ FBI Las Vegas Division Director Aaron Rouse was speaking to an issue that continues to draw scrutiny from the public and local and federal overseers, ranging from the Clark County District Attorney’s Office to the U.S. Department of Justice. Although the overwhelming majority of law enforcement personnel will never fire their weapons in the line of duty — Rouse estimates 2 percent do — local operatives sharpen their skills at an east valley facility in preparation for the remote chance that they one day will have to shoot someone in order to stop a threat.

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Location The training center is a vast and secluded mountainside area at 7600 E. Carey Ave.

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Facility Built by Metro Police in the 1980s,

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There are three portable classrooms, a central building and 12 ranges outfitted for specific training scenarios, from a typical firing zone to an old bus.

n SWAT officers not only target shoot, but also participate in active-shooter simulations. They practice defensive tactics, such as fighting, and they breach doors.

n One of the FBI’s ranges has a sniper deck. Agents can shoot from 100, 200 and 300 yards, with an additional area where distance shooters can fire from upward of 1,500 yards.

n There’s also a “shoot house,” where agents practice with live fire — plastic rounds fired from real firearms. Although not lethal, they are painful and can take off a layer of skin. That training is mostly conducted by SWAT teams, or agents getting ready for potential placement in dangerous situations.

n Bomb techs also practice the procedures for dealing with delicate situations around explosives.

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We need to be prepared for any eventuality, whether it’s a bus, a boat, a plane, an automobile, a wide-open (area) or an apartment building or a house,” Rouse says. “We have to be prepared for all of those structures.”

LEARNING TO SHOOT

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ACADEMY Through the five-month academy experience, FBI agents spend several weeks in weapons training. Many new agents have never fired one. “I prefer those people,” says Rouse, who once was a firearms instructor. He explained that these recruits have no preconceived notions about shooting, thus no bad habits to break. n To join SWAT, more weeks of meticulous learning follow, but not before a grueling tryout in which they must maintain a higher level of physical fitness and weapons proficiency. Qualifying For long guns, whether shotguns or M4s, FBI personnel must qualify twice a year. SWAT agents train at least once a week.

WEAPONS ASSIGNED

Thanks to weapon and bullet technology allowing smaller projectiles to perform efficiently in guns that are easier to handle, the FBI is phasing out its .40-caliber Glock 22 and 23 pistols for Glock 19 handguns with 9mm rounds.

In addition, agents choose and qualify for a rifle, such as a shotgun or an M4 Carbine. SWAT agents have a variety of additional choices.

Metro

ACADEMY During their academy, Metro officers go through an “intensive” two weeks of firearms training, totaling 80 hours, in which they learn weapon manipulation and tactical exercises, says weapons instructor Sgt. Shawn Romprey, who described the process as “very demanding.” Failing certification scores with handguns and shotguns would stunt the officers’ chances of graduating and could lead to termination, Romprey says. Qualifying Metro officers have to score at least 75 percent with their firearms and 90 percent for their rifles if they’re assigned one. The qualifying standard for agents is set at 80 percent, but Rouse says that in Las Vegas, most of the agents shoot at 90 percent and above. “All that training really does help.”

WEAPONS ASSIGNED

Each Metro officer is assigned a Remington 870 shotgun.

Officers can choose their own handgun from an approved list (either 9mm, .45-caliber or .40-caliber), which they have to get inspected and then qualify on their proficiency with it. Most carry Glocks.

Officers can qualify for rifles if they choose.

the FBI partnered with the local agency to build a portable classroom and three additional ranges, according to Chris McInnes, an instructor for the FBI’s SWAT.

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FIRST GENERATION HOW STUDENTS ARE OVERCOMING T H E N AT I O N’S E D U C AT I O N I N E Q U A L I T Y BY MICHAEL LYLE | SPECIAL TO THE SUNDAY

Standing on the stage of the Thomas & Mack Center for the 2014 College of Southern Nevada graduation, Carlos Holguin couldn’t quite believe it. Not only was he the first in his family to go to college, he was the commencement speaker and Regents’ Scholar, an honor that would pay for his further education at UNLV. ¶ “I worked for this, and I never gave up,” said Holguin, now 24 and a UNLV graduate. “But I know I didn’t do it on my own.” ¶ Holguin reflects the reality of many first-generation college students, described by the Postsecondary National Policy Institute as largely nonwhite, from low-income backgrounds and facing “myriad financial, academic and social barriers to entering and completing college.” ¶ Those barriers affect our outlook as a nation, especially as a nation with an immigrant population that has tripled since 1970. But educational inequity isn’t limited to new Americans and their children. Data from 2014 released last year by the U.S. Census Bureau showed that children with the potential to be the first in their families to reach college comprised more than 80 percent of Hispanics and Pacific Islanders, more than 75 percent of African-Americans and Native Americans, 51 percent of whites and 36 percent of Asians. FIRST GENERATION, CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

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Carlos Holguin earned a music degree from UNLV and is a first-generation college graduate. (WADE VANDERVORT/ SPECIAL TO THE SUNDAY)

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Who qualifies as a first-generation college student? There is disagreement in the education community about the definition. The broadly recognized view is that “first-generation” describes individuals who are the first in their families to attend college. But what if they have parents or other close relatives who reached that level and just never finished? Should the term apply only to those attending four-year colleges? What really constitutes the first-generation experience? In late 2015, a research team from the University of Georgia’s Institute of Higher Education released a study illustrating the disparity in population size based on the definition. It applied eight versions to 7,300 college students, finding that “first-generation” status ranged from 22 to 77 percent. Under the most basic definition:

The Education Advisory Board (EAB), a national research and consulting firm, said first-generation college students from lowincome backgrounds “must often work more than 20 hours per week to finance their education, leaving them too preoccupied to crack the hidden curriculum code.” The EAB found this “hidden” curriculum included navigating institutional bureaucracy and cultivating good study habits.

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Referencing those stats in its 2017 trend report, the Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in Higher Education urged Americans to think of society as an organism of interconnected individuals, and to consider that the gaps between their opportunities are growing. “Whether or not we believe that higher education is a civil right, an essential element of a full democratic society or a fundamental requirement for achieving the American dream ... higher education opportunity and outcomes remain highly inequitable,” the report asserts. “More work is required to ensure that all youths have the opportunity to use their creative potential to realize the many benefits of higher education and advance the well-being and progress of the nation.” Though they persist and succeed on their own grit, local students blazing this trail back up the argument that help is instrumental in getting in the door and walking out with a degree. And experts agree the return on investment can echo for generations.

Coy said. CSN’s high school initiatives show them different options at a crucial time. “I’ve had parents who would say to me, ‘I had no idea this was a reality for my kid.’ ” Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) also works with high school students in Nevada. The nonprofit organization came to the state in 2013 and has a presence in multiple Clark County high schools — 25 and counting. JAG specialists mentor students who are mostly at-risk or on the path to becoming credit-deficient. Within that group, JAG breaks down the strong association between parents’ educational attainment and their children’s expectations for themselves. “It isn’t as simple as, ‘Did their parents go to college?’ ” said René Cantu, executive director of JAG Nevada, which provides workforce development for students and promotes the notion of college. In turn, CSN waives the application fee for anyone interested in diving into that next level. Seeing a letter of acceptance can help students realize how obtainable higher education is.

mentorship for the transition IT STARTS IN HIGH SCHOOL Holguin arrived at CSN in fall 2011 with 37 credits and an eagerness to tackle a psychology degree. But he still had While he was born to a single, working mother who nevquestions about this new world. er attended college, Holguin said college was a hot topic at “Graduating high school doesn’t always mean you’re home. He just didn’t know how he was going to get there. college-ready,” McCoy said. “They have to adjust. There During his sophomore year at Canyon Springs High are huge academic buildings and a new student population School, an opportunity presented itself. A counselor from that might not look like you.” the College of Southern Nevada gave a presentation on its Some schools have seen this struggle and try to aid the high school program, which offers Clark County School adjustment with “wraparound” services such as BUMP District juniors and seniors a chance to fulfill graduation Up, which provides two years of mentorship from campus requirements while completing college credits. CCSD and community volunteers to underrepresented male stufoots the bill for up to a dozen approved credits per semesdents focused on either college success or career readiness ter, and James McCoy, CSN associate vice president of aca(student testimonials online give credit to mentors such demic affairs, said many beneficiaries were hoping to be as CSN student affairs specialist Santarpia McNeill and the first in their families to break through to that level. North Las Vegas Justice of the Peace Kalani Hoo). “We have students who are graduating with their associTRIO Student Support Services is another option ate degree before graduating high school,” he said. funded through the U.S. Department of EducaIn the 2015-16 academic year, 445 students tion that provides academic support to lowfrom 11 high schools attended CSN High income, first-generation and disabled School and obtained 6,623 college credTRIO students working toward an associits. participants ate degree or planning to transfer Also last fall, CSN went through The Student Support Servicto a four-year institution. CSN, a pilot partnership with Mojave es branch of TRIO was authorized Nevada State College and UNLV High School, which has struggled in 1968 by the Higher Education Act all have grants to fund TRIO prowith academic performance (the of 1965. Its 2016 Fast Facts reveal grams. Las Vegas Sun reported that in that the majority of participants are The latter became Holguin’s 2010, the school saw more than both low-income and first-generation college students, representing 66 goal, and he said his TRIO men1,000 students transfer because percent of grantees (68,314) at tor went beyond the call of duty. of its persistently low achievefour-year institutions and 69 When Holguin was close to finishment). McCoy said it was about percent (69,271) at twoing his psychology degree, he realchanging the culture for many of the year institutions. ized he wanted to pursue a degree and students in the school. “For them, the career in music. goalpost was finishing high school,” he “Instead of saying, ‘Just graduate,’ he said, said. “We wanted to create a pipeline (from ‘Let’s see what we can do to make this happen.’ He high school to college) to help change that culture.” saw I was passionate about this,” Holguin said, “and he was Of the 60 Mojave students admitted to the dual-credit there to help.” program, about 90 percent were first-generation, including one McCoy can’t forget. He says the boy’s mother was moved to tears by the change she saw in him. “He was going influencing the next in line down the wrong path, hanging out with bad influences and Holguin is now a UNLV grad living his dream as a jazz getting bad grades,” McCoy said, adding that the student musician. recently graduated from high school with six credits under “I remember I got home one night, and my mom wanted his belt and a spot at CSN this fall. to talk to me,” Holguin said. But securing a spot isn’t necessarily the biggest worry. His younger brother had an assignment at school asking Many first-generation students stumble over financing. what he wanted to be. She pulled it out and showed HolNobody in their household has done this, so they don’t unguin the answer, messy handwriting and all. derstand how to get financial aid. “They automatically as“It said, ‘I want to be a college student,’ ” Holguin said. “My sume the only way to pay for college is to go into debt,” Mcmom looked at me and said, ‘Mijo, that’s because of you.’ ”

Leaders in training When she was in high school, Erica Mosca was part of a college-access program that helped first-generation students. With the resources provided and her own hard work, she made it to Boston University and graduated summa cum laude in 2008. Mosca came to Las Vegas with Teach for America, and her fifth-grade students made quite an impression. “They came from the same socioeconomic background that I did,” she said. After earning a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction at UNLV, she left the classroom to obtain another master’s in education and policy management at Harvard before returning to Las Vegas. In 2012, after working as a special projects manager for CCSD under Superintendent Dwight Jones, Mosca reconnected with her former students. They inspired the launch of Mosca’s nonprofit, Leaders in Training (LIT), which serves as a support system throughout high school and a primer on social justice. During their sophomore year, LIT students focus on career apprenticeships and internships. Their junior year, they go through ACT prep and college mentorship. When they get to their senior year, they are ready to apply for college. From Day One, Mosca connects with their parents to talk about essentials such as financial aid. “By the time we get to apply for college, we’ve already been talking about this for years. ... (And) it will take years to see the full extent of our mission carried out,” Mosca said of LIT’s greater goal: to inspire these students to come back and be the change within their worlds. The nonprofit stresses that education sparks leadership, which could address the fact that diverse communities often don’t see themselves reflected in their local, state and national representatives. Natalie Pen, who just finished her first year at UNR, is a product of LIT. While her father attended community college, Pen said Mosca’s program didn’t just put college within reach — it gave her the confidence to attend a school away from home. “Leaders in Training showed me the door,” Pen said. “It was up to me to walk through it.”

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NEPANTLA Knowing that freshman year can present one of the toughest challenges for first-generation college students, Nevada State College offers a summer course to ease them into their new environment. Leila Pazargadi, an assistant professor of English and co-founder of the larger program, Nepantla, said its name comes from a Chicano term in literature or art that means “in-between-ness” or “being in the middle,” a feeling most of her students wrestle with. During the summerlong introduction, these new NSC students take their first math and English classes, along with seminars on time and money management. The program answers basic questions, like how to find resources at the school and navigate campus. Nepantla gets them ready for the fall, and Pazargadi said it helped them look at college from a different perspective. “We help them think about more than just getting a degree, getting a job and making money,” she said. “We empower them to think about how they can cultivate their education to be a better person and make a difference in their community.” NSC does outreach in 15 high schools to attract students to Nepantla, accepting 40 into each cohort. After the summer bridge, their progress is tracked for four years so mentorship can be provided throughout the college experience, in addition to opportunities for community service and cultural enrichment. The program saw its first 10 graduates walk in commencement this spring. “And many of them aren’t stopping there,” Pazargadi said. “Many of them are working to go to grad school or law school.”

A turnaround story During his first day at Nevada State College in 2012, Chaise Mitchell was doing fine until he got into his math class. “I was so lost,” he said. “I didn’t know what was going on.” So he left. Mitchell is a long way from who he was his freshman year. The 23-year-old will graduate next spring and head to graduate school to become an English professor. The turnaround was rooted in a class he took from Pazargadi, who co-founded the Nepantla program to give first-generation students a boost. Mitchell fell in love with English, the philosophy behind critical interpretation and the role of comics as works of literature. Mitchell even became a course assistant for Pazargadi. “She made me feel like I belonged there,” he said.

The importance of institutional resources The moment Jazelle Erives got her diploma was a win for her entire family, including the younger siblings who watched how hard she worked for it. “People would always joke I was going to get pregnant in high school or right after I graduated,” said the 21-year-old NSC graduate, who just started a job as a nurse at Centennial Hills Hospital and is happy to disappoint. “There is a lot of negativity about minorities and first-generation students. I wanted to prove them all wrong.” CSN is startBorn and raised in Las Vegas, Erives attended Northwest Career ing a summer bridge and Technical Academy. Being at a magnet school, there was called Catalyst to help frequent talk of college readiness and seeking further education. high school seniors who are Because of her commitment to family and helping with her sibnot college-ready. Similar to lings, Erives wanted to stay close to home. She knew NSC had a Nepantla, students would take strong nursing program, and the school happened to be launchcollege-level English, math and ing Nepantla at that time, which Erives learned of while looking reading courses and receive for scholarships through the Latin Chamber of Commerce. mentorship and access to “I think without the program, I would have felt isolated,” she various workshops to help said. “I know I would have had the willpower to start, but I don’t them prepare for know if I would have finished.” campus life. Nepantla facilitators kept in touch with Erives throughout college, and for multiple summers, she has gone back to talk to new enrollees about what to expect and what she has learned along the way, including her mentor-driven urge to seek a master’s degree. Institutional resources make a huge difference. But the stories of first-generation students have untold power to push the next generation to meet and maybe even raise the bar. It might be through a volunteer speaking engagement, or across the kitchen table.

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The Council of Independent Colleges found that independent and public universities in the U.S. had similar rates of alumni who were the first in their families to attend college: 33 vs. 36 percent, respectively.

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Students participate in a Nepantla class taught by Leila Pazargadi at Nevada State College. The class is part of a program that helps prepare first-generation college students for school and makes them aware of resources available throughout their education. (Mikayla Whitmore/Staff)

additional resources In addition to the programs featured in this package, here are other local and national avenues for finding support, from funding for tuition to portals for connecting with advocacy groups, mentors and other first-generation college students.

SB391 The Nevada Promise Scholarship is a “last-dollar” program that covers tuition to community college not covered by federal aid or other scholarships. It provides for remedial coursework and requires no minimum GPA or SAT score. To be considered, students must apply for federal aid through FASFA, then inquire with CCSD or their community college of choice for a mentor and information about the application process. Maintaining eligibility for the funding requires that students complete 20 hours of community service each year they’re in school.

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The student club provides a network for first-generation, transfer or other nontraditional students to adjust to college life and challenges. It also directs members to a range of resources, including tutoring, scholarships (and how to get them) and career and professional development services.

Serving 26,000 residents of Clark County, the center is a onestop shop for federally funded opportunity programs designed to serve students from disadvantaged backgrounds. It provides direct support from middle school through potential pursuit of a postbaccalaureate degree. It also is home to UNLV’s TRIO program.

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I’m First

First Scholars

QuestBridge

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The merger between college-access juggernauts Strive for College and the Center for Student Opportunity resulted in a dynamic online portal for existing and aspiring firstgeneration students to have a dialogue about reaching their goals and to search a listing of schools that support firstgeneration students.

Partnering with six major public universities, the program combines researchbased strategies for college success with a business mindset. Incoming scholars are paired with a peer mentor to maximize engagement.

This platform connects high-achieving students from lowincome backgrounds with leading colleges and further opportunities. It has matched more than 4,000 students to college partners with fullride scholarships.

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Clark County School District had over 14,000 homeless students enrolled during the 2015-16 school year.

MeShayla Ennis, left, manager of Shannon West Homeless Youth Center, poses for a photo inside her new office as visitors tour the building.

New center for homeless youth honors namesake Quick Facts n The new facility will house 166 people at capacity, catering to those 16 to 24 years of age. n Clark County and the cities of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson collaborated on funding for Shannon West Homeless Youth Center’s expansion.

By Camalot Todd | Staff Writer

Shannon West celebrated her last birthday five years ago, but the community came together July 14 to mark the day she would have been 50. ¶ West is the namesake of HELP of Southern Nevada’s shelter for homeless youth. Before succumbing to breast cancer in 2012, she had a passion for volunteering, especially when it helped young people with nowhere to turn. Before a crowd of her friends, local dignitaries and soon-to-be residents of the shelter’s new facility at 1650 E. Flamingo Road, her father honored her memory to christen the place.

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HELP of Southern Nevada’s new homeless youth center features, clockwise from upper left, shower and bathroom facilities, a rec room, bedrooms with bunks, and a break room for office personnel. (photos by yasmina chavez, staff)

“Shannon was humbled to have this center named after her in 2010, and today she would be so proud of this beautiful, beautiful new center that her community — your community — came together to build, and now will be a place for the future of many youths in this valley,” Air Force Maj. Gen. Tom West said. “She knows everything that happened today. She’d be very pleased, very proud and very humbled.” After eight years in development, the three-story, 37,000-square-foot shelter will house 166 people at capacity (the old location, a refurbished motel at 1417 Las Vegas duron Blvd. N., accommodated 65). Along with dormitory-style living spaces, the new Shannon West Homeless Youth Center will be staffed 24 hours a day to offer intensive case management, addiction and behavioral health services, educational opportunities, transitional housing and help with drop-out recovery, money manwells agement, on-the-job training and transportation. As West’s father spoke, Jasmin Duron watched from the front row. “Shannon West helped me a lot,” said Duron, whose father kicked her out of the house last year, just before

“Becoming homeless was a new thing to me. I didn’t she turned 18. She says she spent a few months on the know what to do with it. I was living out on the streets street before hearing of the shelter. “They helped me — I wasn’t exactly sure if I was going to eat every day,” get my ID, my Social Security, my birth certificate; Wells said. “When I joined the Shannon West youth they’re helping me get a job. Now, knowing that we’re center, they helped me out in ways I couldn’t believe. at the new building, I can see more job opThey’re helping me get back on my portunities and more feet; they’re helping me get a job; resources.” they’re helping me to stabilize myIn addition to fourself and rebuild myself ... (after) losperson bunk rooms, You can help ing everything I had.” the center has six tranThe building is complete, Studies consistently show that sitional living studios but Shannon West’s mission children and teens have more chaldesigned to help stabineeds support. Companies lenges than adults when they end lize homeless youths and members of the public up on the street, and Nevada has the on the way to living can sponsor rooms inside the highest rate in the country of homeindependently. About new shelter (contact Abby less youths who go without shelter 6 miles from its former Quinn, HELP of Southern — 1,363 out of 1,672 unaccompanied location, the $10 million Nevada, 702-836-2130) or purchase needed supplies on homeless people ages 14 to 24, based facility is near UNLV its wish list. For details, call on HUD’s 2016 Annual Homeless Asand adjacent to HELP’s the center at 702-526-4990. sessment Report. That’s more than main complex, posi80 percent. tioning Shannon West As the new center more than doubles Shannon residents for better access to a wider range West’s capacity, it’s a step toward decreasing that numof support services. ber and helping struggling young people bounce back. Jeremy Wells was impressed as he moved in that West would have been proud indeed. sweltering launch day. The 19-year-old said he lost his “Even if you hit rock bottom, you can always lift your job as a Walmart manager and eventually found himself back up,” Wells said. “All you’ve gotta do is fight for it.” self without a place to live.

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Marijuana direct to your door Nevada’s recreational industry ramping up delivery services to meet demand By Chris Kudialis Staff Writer

The front door to a house in a Summerlin subdivision opens, and Marie Shannon smiles and welcomes Quan Chanthavong into her home. The 34-year-old delivery man drove 12 miles from Essence Cannabis Dispensary on Tropicana Avenue near Jones Boulevard to serve Shannon, 63, with a half-ounce of Jack Flash indica flower she ordered over the phone the evening before. Shannon, a medical marijuana cardholder, hands Chanthavong $102 in cash — $100 for the product and a $2 tip — as she takes the small glass jar and thanks him for her medicine. “I don’t want to drive across the city; it’s just so much more convenient for it to come to us,” says Shannon, who makes pot brownies and infused butter and oil to treat chronic migraine headaches and back pain. “The plant takes the pain away while allowing my head to still function.” The stop at Shannon’s house is one of three drop-offs for Chanthavong that afternoon, all to residences. RISKS WITHIN THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK? Essence dispensary owner Armen Yemenidjian says demand for deliveries has spiked since July 1, when cannabis became legal for recreational use in Nevada. About 15 of Essences’s 20 or so daily deliveries are placed by medical marijuana patients, but Yemenidjian said he was staffing for as many as 75 to 80 daily deliveries by the end of the summer with an eye to the continuing development of the recreational market. “A growing number of recreational buyers just like the convenience, but some of our medical patients are sick and physically can’t make it to the dispensary,” Yemenidjian said. “At the end of the day, we’re in the service industry and are going to make sure people can get their cannabis however they want.”

Founder Tim Conder of Reno-based Blackbird distributing company is delivering weed from 15 dispensaries to customers’ homes across Nevada, and he aspires to grow his business to 30 total dispensaries by the end of August. Once as small as three employees serving about a dozen homes under the state’s medical model, Blackbird has grown over the past two years to 30 employees making 2,000 weekly deliveries. He expects to double the number of drivers by the end of next month. “Every dispensary has at least quadrupled in sales volume, some have gone up 10 times, easily,” Conder said. “Nevada has done a solid job protecting the public while making it possible for operators to make recreational sales.” For $1 per mile, with a minimum order of $10 online or by phone, Blackbird transports the marijuana anywhere within a 25-mile radius of a dispensary. Company drivers are in unmarked cars and wear no uniforms, and both state and local authorities are notified via email each time a driver embarks on a delivery. Police also are given access to Blackbird’s delivery software, Conder said, which tracks the location of a driver’s car at all times. Marijuana delivery drivers in Nevada are allowed to transport up to 10 ounces at once and make multiple

Marijuana delivery drivers in Nevada may transport up to 10 ounces at a time. Essence is the only dispensary currently handling its own deliveries, though owners of others hope to offer the service.

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A customer receives a delivery of medical marijuana at her home July 12. (photos by christopher devargas/Staff)

owners hope to offer the service soon, including Frank deliveries per trip, according to regulations by the NeHawkins of Nevada Wellness Center. vada Department of Taxation. But Blackbird drivers “It gives customers an opcarry only enough weed — up to tion because we won’t have 1 ounce of flower or 1/8 ounce to charge as many fees,” of THC equivalent in edibles or Hawkins said. “It’s part of beconcentrates — for one delivery A growing number of ing more vertically integrated at a time, Conder said. recreational buyers just like and keeps us close with our “It’s not the most efficient customers.” way to operate, but we want the convenience, but some to protect our drivers in the of our medical patients are sick event of any criminal activity,” LAW-BREAKING he said. “Hopefully as this inOPPORTUNISTS and physically can’t make it to the dustry takes off, we see more CROP UP dispensary. At the end of the day, measures developed for driver While legal weed delivwe’re in the service industry and are safety.” eries are becoming more Conder and Yemenidjian widespread, a Metro Pogoing to make sure people can get said they shipped only to eslice lieutenant said black their cannabis however they want.” tablished residential addresses, market services have found avoiding the Strip, locations their way into the booming — Armen Yemenidjian, owner, with gaming licenses, public business. Essence cannabis dispensary places like parks and schools, Twenty-eight illegal delivand “open-air” locales such as ery services, some as large as parking lots and alleyways. 10 employees, have been shut down since Jan. 1, when Blackbird partners with most dispensaries across recreational marijuana became legal for use and posthe state for deliveries. Essence is the only retailer session. Metro Lt. Sean Toman says such outfits often handling its own, though other Las Vegas dispensary are run by people with gang affiliations and lengthy

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criminal histories who advertise on Craigslist, Facebook and Backpage. It’s harder to track those operating behind encrypted mobile apps such as Radiate, Whisper and Grindr, but police are making frequent busts. Toman said some companies were caught illegally delivering up to 10 pounds of weed per day to “several hundred” valley residents. “The people who set these business up and run them know unequivocally that what they’re doing is 100 percent illegal,” Toman said. He said an increase in legal delivery services would help wipe out law-breaking opportunists. He advised consumers placing orders to purchase only from licensed dispensaries, either at the storefront, on the dispensary website or through its direct phone number. It should be easier to spot legitimate operations once more companies launch fleets. “It’ll be very obvious,” Toman said. “Order directly from the dispensary site, not Craigslist.” Although multiple Las Vegas dispensaries were looted earlier this year, no news has broken of robberies of legal marijuana delivery services since they kicked off for the medical industry in 2015 (Toman said he did not recall any such robberies in the valley). But several have happened in California, as reported in San Diego, Antioch and Hanford.

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Demonstrators hold signs supporting immigrants during a rally May 16 outside a federal courthouse in Detroit. (associated press)

Immigration crackdown sparks commitment to help As Trump administration intensifies enforcement, lawmakers and legal groups step in By Yvonne Gonzalez Staff Writer

Concerned residents are asking for help as the effects of federal immigration policy reach Nevada. This year, President Donald Trump’s administration moved to crack down on people living in the country illegally, and Attorney General Jeff Sessions said recently that he was directing federal prosecutors to make such cases a priority. “People don’t know what’s going on,” said immigration attorney and AmeriCorps fellow Laura Barrera, who is working in the legal clinic of UNLV’s Boyd

School of Law. “They don’t know who’s in danger of being deported and, at this point, it’s hard for us to tell them.” Barrera said the clinic — which handles about 150 cases at a time, has a wait list and is losing a chunk of funding — was receiving more requests from community members who wanted presentations on current immigration policies. The Immigrant Workers Citizenship Project is experiencing similar demand, says Executive Director Yvanna Cancela, who is also a Democratic state senator representing Las Vegas. “We have a lot more walk-ins coming in asking for help with their case, not neces-

sarily citizenship,” Cancela said. “It starts with asking for information about what’s happening at the federal level, and then asking about their situation.” In the past, Barrera says, Department of Homeland Security attorneys would use their discretion to dismiss immigration cases, such as for an asylum seeker with no criminal record. They are using that discretion less and less, she said. Barrera typically represents children between the ages of 13 and 16 who crossed the border without a parent or guardian and are now in deportation proceedings. Her youngest client is 4 years old. A January executive order from Trump addressed immigration as a matter of public safety. “Many aliens who illegally enter the

United States and those who overstay or otherwise violate the terms of their visas present a significant threat to national security and public safety,” the order says. “This is particularly so for aliens who engage in criminal conduct.” Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly issued a memo in late February instituting Trump’s order and giving enforcement guidance to the department. “Department personnel shall faithfully execute the immigration laws of the United States against all removable aliens,” the memo says. “Kind of everyone’s a priority now, so it’s hard to tell anyone, ‘You’ll be fine, don’t worry,’ ” Barrera said. Trump’s order sets priorities for deportation, including those who have abused

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any program related to receiving public benefits. Barrera says some families are erring on the side of caution and forgoing benefits for which their U.S.-born children are eligible. “You have people just being really, really cautious,” Barrera said. “They’re just really afraid.” Cancela says people also are concerned about how slowly their cases are progressing. She said a backlog at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has some people waiting as long as a year and half for their cases to be resolved. USCIS handles about 6 million cases annually, including fiancé and asylum applications. The agency’s second-quarter report said that as of March 31, there were 4.9 million pending cases, a sizable increase from the 3.6 million pending cases at the same time last year. “Folks are in a little bit of a limbo,” Cancela said. “It’s taking much longer to get applications completed, from filing all the way to the swearing-in ceremony.” Unaccompanied minors aren’t entitled to have an attorney appointed for them, but they can have representation if they can afford it. AmeriCorps’ provision for this began as a result of a surge in 2014 of children fleeing gang violence in Central

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Nicole Castillo, 7, holds a sign while standing with her brother, Diego, 4, and mother, Elsa, who is originally from El Salvador, during a “Here to Stay” rally July 6 in Boston. (associated press)

“There is a push to divide the country by playing immigrants as criminals, as less than everyone else in this country, and it’s going to be very difficult to pass any sort of policies that protect immigrant families without having the will to break through those conversations.”

— Yvanna Cancela, executive director of the Immigrant Workers Citizenship Project

America. But Michael Kagan, UNLV Immigration Clinic director, confirmed in mid-June that Trump would defund that effort to provide children with lawyers. Barrera says some of the people she trained with will lose their jobs. Donations, including $250,000 to be used over five years from the Edward M. Bernstein & Associates law firm, will help continue assistance efforts in Nevada, Barrera said. “There’s just not enough people making donations to fund all these attorneys without the AmeriCorps money,” she said of the national outlook. “We’re really lucky here that we already had this donation and that the law school is committed to keeping us going.” In the Nevada Legislature, lawmakers have tried tackling the immigration issue from both sides. Where one failed bill

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sought to protect local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, two other unsuccessful measures would have allowed these “sanctuary” practices. Cancela sponsored Senate Bill 223 and signed on as a primary sponsor for mirrored legislation, Assembly Bill 357. The bills sought to make Nevada a sanctuary jurisdiction, where state or local officers would be restricted from certain immigration enforcement actions. The federal government is investigating Clark County and nine other jurisdictions suspected of not cooperating with U.S. immigration authorities, which could lead to funding losses. Sessions, during a visit to Las Vegas this month, said he was unsure whether the county fit the “sanctuary” designation. Clark County participates in the 287 (g) agreement to tempo-

rarily hold immigrants suspected of living in the country illegally. “The political moment we were in, and continue to be in, did not allow for a proper conversation about policy and instead became a dialogue about anti-immigrant politics,” Cancela said. “There is a push to divide the country by playing immigrants as criminals, as less than everyone else in this country, and it’s going to be difficult to pass any sort of policies that protect immigrant families without having the will to break through those conversations.” Cancela says she’s inspired by the response from the state and other groups that are committed to understanding the fluctuating policies. “The federal policy is changing on a weekly, sometimes daily basis, which means there are a lot of unanswered questions,” she said. Barrera said the clinic was doing more outreach for lawyers to take pro bono cases, which has been pretty successful so far. She said changes under the Trump administration had sparked interest and motivation from people who wanted to help. “My first day of work here was actually the day before Election Day,” Barrera said. “I wanted to do this kind of work, but it took on a whole new meaning after that.”

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Scoliosis is a common spinal deformity that is often first detected in children and adolescents. With approximately 3 million new cases diagnosed each year, there are multiple types of scoliosis with varying levels of severity — some requiring surgery. ¶ “Scoliosis occurs when the spine curves sideways, in a C or S-shape, rather than being a straight line down the middle of the back,” said Jonathan Camp, MD, pediatric and orthopedic surgeon at Children’s Bone & Spine Surgery and Sunrise Children’s Hospital. ¶ While most cases of scoliosis won’t cause long-term problems, the sooner children are diagnosed with the condition, the sooner they can receive corrective therapy. Types of scoliosis All types of scoliosis are defined as a sideways curvature of the spine measuring 10 degrees or larger, but they’re qualified differently depending on the cause. n Idiopathic scoliosis: This is the most common type, accounting for approximately 80 percent of all cases, and has no identifiable cause. It tends to develop during childhood and often is diagnosed during a growth spurt between the ages of 10 and 15. Although doctors don’t know what causes adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, it is considered a partially genetic condition. The Scoliosis Research Society reports that about 1 in 3 children whose parents have scoliosis will develop the condition. n Congenital scoliosis: This type occurs because of a spinal malformation in the womb. Rather than develop overtime, children with congenital scoliosis are born with the condition, which also can be “associated with other health issues, as well as heart and kidney problems,” Camp said. n Neuromuscular scoliosis: This type is caused by any medical condition that affects the nerves and muscles, such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and spinal cord injuries.

risk factors The only identified risk factor for idiopathic scoliosis is a family history of the condition, though it can occur in children who don’t have a hereditary link to it as well. Further, “it’s a common misconception that carrying a heavy backpack, lack of calcium, playing sports or having poor posture causes scoliosis — it doesn’t,” Camp said. Because of this, there is no way to prevent idiopathic scoliosis, but early detection and intervention can slow the degree of curvature. It’s important to catch scoliosis while children are developing and before they reach skeletal maturity, giving physicians time to correct the condition using nonsurgical methods.

Once scoliosis is detected visually, an X-ray will be performed to confirm the diagnosis and measure the severity of the curve. Depending on the age of the child and his or her developmental stage, immediate treatment may be required. “Idiopathic scoliosis does not get better on its own, though many children have slight curves that don’t require treatment. The curve will never go away, but the child will grow up to lead a normal life,” Camp said. If the curve is mild (between 10 and 20 degrees), the doctor may decide to monitor it until the child reaches full skeletal maturity. If the curve is severe (over 30 degrees), or worsens over time, a back brace can help prevent it from progressing. If the curve continues to worsen, even while using a back brace, surgery may need to be considered.

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intention Sister House Collective stylishly crusades for global fair trade By Katie Visconti | Special to The Sunday

From the outside, Sister House Collective looks like a standard gift shop. One step inside and you know it’s bringing something unique to the block: handmade goods that have a positive impact, locally and globally. ¶ Now situated between trendy boutiques and street art just before Fremont East, Sister House began in 2014 as a pop-up shop. Ashley Ayala opened her storefront in April, a shrine to the idea of “intentional community.” In her travels around the world, Ayala witnessed exploitation and unjust treatment, and it pushed her to create a retail space that would be a platform for fair trade. That means sustainably sourced products made by artisans who are treated well and compensated fairly. When drafting the business model, she saw Sister House as a hub where the Las Vegas community could grow and learn, foster authentic relationships and empower meaningful service. ¶ “Each item has a story to tell,” she says. “For our global goods, the story is often one of hope: Women are being given an economic opportunity to thrive in their home communities. They are earning reasonable income in a dignified profession and, often, they are overcoming a cultural or circumstantial disadvantage.”

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When a product is certified as “fair trade,” it’s an assurance that respect was shown to the maker and the planet during its creation. To earn the designation, it must meet certain social, environmental and economic standards, offering the creator a living wage (not just a minimum wage), so he or she can prosper. It’s the opposite of how most of us consume, known as “fast fashion.” That references how quickly clothing moves from the catwalk to the consumer to the curb, the cheap goods requiring manufacturing practices that routinely push workers too hard and pollute the environments of developing countries, while consumers create a massive amount of textile waste.

n Across the textile, clothing and footwear sector worldwide, 6075 million people are employed, and roughly 80 percent are women between age 18 and 35. n 2-5 percent of clothing products are made in the U.S., as wage and living standards don’t support the prices many consumers demand.

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KNOW THE ORIGIN OF WHAT YOU BUY Walking around the shop, you’ll see info cards on where and how products were made, often with details about the artists and social impacts. Below, we’ve highlighted some products from artisans both local and abroad you can find on the shelves.

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SISTER HOUSE ? Shopping is usually about trying to score a deal. But Ayala wants people to invest in quality, ethically made pieces instead of an abundance of items not built to last. Her goal is to get consumers asking, “Who made this?” At Sister House, the answer might point to someone down the street, or someone in the Philippines, Kenya, Thailand, Madagascar or Bangladesh. “Buying their products here, or anywhere that sells their goods, enables them to earn a respectable living and wage, which is often rare in the areas they live in,” Ayala said of less developed places. “Local makers also are being affected in a big way when their goods are sold at our shop. They are connecting with the people who are buying their products, whether in person, directly, or through social media afterward. We have to remember that we all, as consumers, hold a lot of power for local businesses.”

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Designer and fair-trade advocate Kelso makes clothes ethically and embellishes with beautiful dyes and patterns.

Clever puns are artfully rendered on these uplifting cards, each one signed by a creator who escaped sex trafficking or was orphaned by disease in Rwanda. The work provides them solid employment and hope.

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This clothing company operating in Uganda and Peru helps women escape poverty and receive training. Sister House sells its shirts and accessories, all signed by makers.

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Coconut oil is a trendy way to treat your skin and hair, and this product comes from fair-trade farms in Thailand and the Philippines. For each purchase, the company gives a meal to a child through Feeding America Food Banks.

Wife, mom and girl boss, Hale creates all-natural soaps, bath bombs and skin-care products.

Engineer-turned-designer Kelly’s gems are ethically sourced from her travels to India and crafted into unique accessories.

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Pan-seared diver scallops with pancetta relish, orange chervil butter and butternut squash Recipe provided by chef Lee Davidson of Foundation Room

Serves 4

There are scallops, and then there are diver scallops, so named because these shelled beauties are harvested by hand. That’s a lot of work for mollusks that could be dredged with nets, but it’s much kinder to the environment. If you go for less expensive A bias cut is scallops, just make sure they’re plump and smell diagonal, or fresh, like a nose full of ocean air. ¶ While chef against the grain of the Lee Davidson’s recipe calls for poached lobster in stem. the pancetta relish, pancetta can carry the accent by itself. And to brighten the dish, there’s a drizzle of herb butter with strong notes of blood orange.

for the pancetta relish 1 1/4 oz pancetta, finely cubed

1 bunch green onions, bias cut

1 /2 cup roasted red bell pepper, minced

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 lemon

kosher salt to taste

/4 oz white balsamic vinegar

1 tsp garlic, peeled

1. Cut pancetta into 1/16 inch cubes and render out the fat by cooking in a saucepan on low heat until pancetta becomes crispy, then reserve. 2. Zest lemon into bowl and mix with remaining ingredients.

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Supreme that orange! This is one YOU WILL verb that’s NEED literal, because to “supreme” a citrus fruit is to remove everything a very but it’s most sharp knife perfect, juicy heart — peel, membranes, seeds, the works.

for the orange chervil butter 1 lb butter

1. With a sharp knife, slice both ends off the orange, setting one flat side on the cutting board. 2. In sections, slice off the peel and underlying “pith” or fibrous, protective layer around the fruit’s innards, being careful to follow the spherical shape. 3. Lay the orange on its side. Choose a segment and cut along the membrane toward the center. Then do the other side so the piece releases. Place in a bowl and repeat.

The U10 designation means that under 10 of these scallops weigh a pound, so three per diner makes for a substantial meal.

4. A tip from Martha Stewart: Once all the pieces are in the bowl, hold the membranes above it and squeeze any remaining juice on top.

12 oz pinot grigio

3 lemons

for the chilled raw butternut squash salad

2 blood oranges

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

3 lb butternut squash

4 bunches watercress, trimmed

/2 medium red onion

1 bunch parsley

2 tsp fresh thyme 1

/2 oz chervil

2 tbsp shallots, peeled

2 1/2 oz Champagne vinaigrette

1. Cube butter into /2 -inch pieces and soften at room temperature.

kosher salt and cracked pepper to taste

1. Peel squash and reserve seeded end for later use.

2. Reduce wine in a saucepot with lemon juice, zest and shallot by bringing to a boil over medium-high heat and letting it continue until it thickens.

2. Cut peeled top cylinder of squash into four quarters lengthwise and shave superthin using a mandoline. 3. Core and tear radicchio into dime-size pieces.

3. Once reduced by 2/3 , add heavy cream and reduce by half.

/3 oz fresh mint

kosher salt to taste

1 head radicchio

4. Chiffonade parsley leaves, julienne red onion and chop mint very fine.

4. Slowly whisk in butter and add salt.

5. Tear watercress and add, then mix everything together, season with salt and pepper and chill.

5. Chop chervil and then supreme (see instructions at left) and dice blood orange. 6. Stir in chervil and orange and hold warm.

additional INGREDIENTS AND directions for dish 12 U10 diver scallops

Salt

Extra virgin olive oil

1. Season scallops on both sides with a pinch of salt.

2. Heat a saucepan to medium and coat bottom with oil. Just as it begins to smoke, add scallops.

3. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, basting with the oil as you cook.

4. Arrange 2 oz squash salad on center of chilled plate.

5. Top each plate with three scallops in a linear direction.

6. Spoon 1 oz relish over each plate.

7. Finish with a drizzle of orange chervil butter.

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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.

Louie (A960003)

Peter Quill (A967557)

Janet

Juno

Age: 5-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Louie loves to snuggle. He seeks attention and affection and will do just about anything for a scratch on the head. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 1-year-old male Breed: Bully mix Description: Peter Quill is calm and respectful on a leash, and he is eager to learn and go for walks. He is the perfect balance of relaxed and playful. Adoption fee: $50

Age: 2-year-old spayed female Breed: American bunny Description: Janet enjoys being around people but is terrified of being picked up. She was found abandoned on a college campus. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 1-year-old neutered male Breed: Border collie and bully Description: Adopt Juno and you’ll always know you’re dearly loved. He is friendly with people of all ages. Adoption fee: $60

Jenna (A967944)

Duke (A958244)

Sally

Outlaw

Age: 1-year-old spayed female Breed: Mixed breed Description: Jenna is sweet and friendly. She loves human affection, and would do well with an active, loving, dog-only family. Adoption fee: $50

Age: 6-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic mediumhair Description: Sweet, affectionate Duke is extremely playful and loves having his head stroked. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 7-year-old spayed female Breed: German shepherd mix Description: Sally is intelligent and has an endearing spirit. She is housetrained and compatible with cats, children and some dogs. Adoption fee: $40

Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Orange tabby Description: Rescued and recovered from starvation, Outlaw uses his newfound energy to chase laser lights and bond with people and cats. Adoption fee: $40

Shelby (A942200)

Strawberry (A965592)

Stella

Wembley

Age: 1-year-old spayed female Breed: Bully mix Description: Shelby is happy and enjoys playing in groups and cuddling with people. She yearns to show you how much love she has to give. Adoption fee: $50

Age: 3-year-old female Breed: Bully mix Description: With a wagging tail that just doesn’t quit, Strawberry just wants to play, play, play. She is easy on a leash and happy to showcase her sitting skills. Adoption fee: $50

Age: 9-year-old spayed female Breed: Siamese and snowshoe Description: Stella appreciates every act of kindness. She loves cuddling with other cats. A gentle home is ideal for her. Adoption fee: $20

Age: 6-month-old guinea pig Breed: American guinea pig Description: Wembley likes having his temples gently rubbed. He was found abandoned and hungry in a family’s backyard. He is now thriving and ready to join a loving home. Adoption fee: $10

Animal foundation 702-384-3333 x131 | animalfoundation.com/adopt Animals are assigned a color next to their names indicating location: 655 N. Mojave Road, Las Vegas 286 W. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson

Nevada SPCA 4800 W. Dewey Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-873-SPCA | www.nevadaspca.org

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An inspiring event celebrating inclusion and promoting professional development through the power of community and connection. This year’s acclaimed speakers include: Lisa Ling Executive Producer and host of This is Life on CNN Jen Welter First female coach in the NFL, Former inside linebacker and special teams coach for the Arizona Cardinals Carla Harris Vice Chairman, Wealth Management, Managing Director and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley Natalie Allen Anchor and correspondent for CNN International

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going to see las vegas’ nhl team play doesn’t have to cost a fortune By Ray Brewer

$27

$18 $21

sept. 26 vs. los angeles kings

sept. 28 vs. colorado avalanche

oct. 1 vs. san jose sharks

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If you’re worried about being priced out of attending a Vegas Golden Knights home game during the team’s inaugural season, you can rest easy. For the most part, anyway. The exceptions are if you want a seat at TMobile Arena for the first home game, or on a night when the Golden Knights are facing one of the sport’s premier teams. Then, it’s going to cost you. Good news first: On StubHub, the online ticket broker, sellers have been offering tickets to midweek home games for less than $30. You can see the team for as little as $27 from the upper deck on Dec. 12 against Carolina. But prices on marquee hockey nights, such as the inaugural home game Oct. 12 against the Arizona Coyotes or later in the homestand against the Chicago Blackhawks, are a different story. It’s more than $100 for the same upper-deck seat at the 17,500-seat arena. The cheapest price for the opener is $143, while seats closer to the ice are as high as $4,452. The atmosphere on the Strip will likely resemble that of a Floyd Mayweather prize fight or soldout concert — mega-events which Las Vegas has become masterful at hosting. But for lower-profile weekday games — like Oct. 12 against Buffalo or Dec. 12 against Carolina, both on Tuesday nights — ticket prices are in the same range as those for other league teams in a midmarket, generally less than $50. In Chicago, which had the NHL’s best attendance last season at more than 20,000 fans per game, a midweek ticket against small-market Minnesota on Oct. 12 starts at $59, about double the price of a Golden Knights home game against an opponent from a similar market size. A week earlier against Pittsburgh, the defending Stanley Cup champions, tickets in Chicago begin at $98. The Golden Knights have about 14,000 seasonticket holders — theirs are the ones being offered on StubHub. At this stage of the franchise’s launch, the team is selling season ticket packages for 11 and 22 games, and hasn’t announced individual-game sales. That’s an indicator that most games will likely be played in front of nearcapacity crowds.

$68

$33

$32 $26

oct. 15 vs. boston bruins

$53

oct. 21 vs. st. louis blues

$92

$30

oct. 24 vs. chicago blackhawks

oct. 27 vs. colorado avalanche

$58

$47

nov. 10 vs. winnipeg jets

$70

nov. 19 vs. los angeles kings nov. 24 vs. san jose sharks

nov. 28 vs. Dallas stars dec. 3 vs. arizona coyotes

dec. 5 vs. anaheim ducks dec. 12 vs. carolina hurricanes

$99

dec. 14 vs. pittsburgh penguins

dec. 16 vs. florida panthers

dec. 19 vs. tampa bay lightning

$73

dec. 23 vs. washington capitals

New year’s eve 0

oct. 13 vs. detroit red wings

oct. 17 vs. buffalo sabres

$43

$29 $30 $36 $27

$95

$144

$160

$90

$107 $120

$150

$180

The Golden Knights have about 14,000 season-ticket holders, of which they say 90 percent have local ZIP codes.

lden tickets $1,000

$884

E X H I B I T I ON G A M E S

$1,105

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The most expensive seat available for the home opener was listed at

$4,452

oct. 10 vs. arizona coyotes

$1,104 $1,000

$1,219

Can’t make it to any games in this calendar year? Never fear — the NHL regular season continues through the beginning of April. The last Golden Knights regular-season home game will be played March 31 against San Jose.

$1,060

$1,537

$1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 dec. 31 vs. toronto maple leafs

Onward to 2018

$1,378

$1,060

Chicago had the NHL’s best attendance last season at more than 20,000 fans per game.

range of prices

Want to see the Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena? Here’s the range of what it might cost you, from the least expensive seat available for each game to the most expensive. NOTE: StubHub charges a processing fee for tickets purchased through its marketplace, so what you actually pay will be higher than the prices listed here.

= weekend game

$1,500

The Pittsburgh Penguins are the defending Stanley Cup champions. The Golden Knights’ goalie, Marc-Andre Fleury, was selected in the NHL’s expansion draft from Pittsburgh.

$1,166

$2,000

*These were the cheapest and most expensive tickets on StubHub per game as of July 17. $600

$800

$1,000

$1,200

$1,400

$1,600

$1,800

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CASINO PROMOTIONS WESTGATE

$47,000 Piece of Cake giveaway Date: July Information: Earn 250 points to receive a scratch card. Win play and dining discounts. I Love Westgate slot tournament Date: July 28 Information: Win a share of $2,500 in play.

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$82,000 Summer Car Giveaway Date: Saturdays in July Time: 7 and 9 p.m. Information: Win slot play in weekly drawings. Two players will be entered into the grand prize car drawing each week. One will win a three-year lease on a new 2017 Range Rover Evoque at the final drawing at 7 p.m. on July 30. Stars & Stripes Game Date: July Information: Win up to $5,000 in play. $30,000 Baccarat Date: Fridays in July Time: 8 p.m., 10 p.m. and midnight Information: Win a share of $2,500. $2,500 Weekly Slot Tournament Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays in July Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: Qualify for tournament by inserting loyalty card in any eligible slot machine. Club 52 Date: Ongoing Information: Complete rules, participation requirements and details are available at the Club 52 desk, open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday and from 10 a.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday.

Cannery*

$250k Heat is Rising kiosk game Date: Through July 29 Information: Win contest entries, points, slot play or dining credits. *Valid at both locations. $250k Heat is Rising cash drawings Date: Fridays and Saturdays in July Time: 7 p.m. Information: Earn one entry for every 100 same-day base points. Win up to $250,000. *Valid at both locations. Sizzling Hot Seat Drawings Date: Fridays and Saturdays in July Time: 3, 5, 7 and 9 p.m.

Information: Win up to $200 in chips in random drawings while playing tables. *Valid at both locations.

M Resort

$250K Marquee Mania Drawings Date: Fridays through August Time: Hourly, 5-8 p.m. Information: Forty players will be selected at random to participate. Prizes include a cruise, points, vacations and more. Earn one drawing entry for every 250 tier credits. Players must opt in for the drawing every Friday between 3 p.m. and the drawing time at any kiosk to be eligible.

EL CORTEZ

Free Play Inferno Drawing Date: Thursdays in July Time: 7 p.m. Information: Sixteen players will have a chance to win up to $1,100 in play. Earn one entry for every 100 base slot points. Earn 3x entries on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Double Diamond drawing Date: Saturdays in July Time: 8 p.m. Information: Fifteen players will have a chance to win up to $1,000. Earn one entry for every 100 base slot points. Earn 3x entries on Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Rampart Casino

$100,000 The Heat Is On giveaway Date: Fridays and Saturdays in July Time: 6:15 and 8:15 p.m. Information: Earn 10x entries MondaysThursdays. Top prize is $10,000. Earn one entry for every 100 points on slots and bingo or for every $10 average bet for an hour of play or equivalent. $40,000 Cowabunga of Cash table drawings Date: Fridays and Saturdays in July Time: 9 p.m. Information: Guaranteed $5,000 in cash and play given away each night. Earn one entry for every $10 average bet for an hour of play or equivalent. Hot Summer Nights Super Swipe Date: Mondays in July Time: 8 a.m.-midnight Information: Kiosk game. Win up to $5,000. $20,000 Free Slot Play hot seat drawings Date: Thursdays in July Time: 2-8 p.m. Information: One player on machines

chosen every 15 minutes. One player on table games chosen every hour. Win $200 in play. Pirate’s Treasure progressive drawings Date: Last Wednesday of the month Time: 6:15 and 8:15 p.m. Information: Ten winners will be chosen at each drawing. The progressive jackpot increases each month it isn’t hit.

SILVERTON

Reel in a Royal drawings Date: Fridays in July Time: 7 p.m. Information: Earn 200 points to be entered. One winner each week will move forward to a bonus game with a chance to win $100,000. Earn and Win: Mystery Wallet Date: Wednesdays in July Information: Earn 500 points on each participating date to receive an aluminum wallet filled with mystery slot play.

GREEN VALLEY RANCH

Gift Days Date: Thursdays in July Time: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: Invited guests will receive one for free and non-invited guests must earn 500 same-day base points. On July 27, it’s a jumbo zebra Popcornopolis cone. Beachin’ Blackjack Date: Saturdays in July Time: 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Information: Earn entries until 7:29 p.m. July 29. Earn 2x entries Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Entries can be earned by playing table games and winning specific hands. Win promotional chips.

Fiesta Rancho

Gift giveaway Date: Thursdays in July Time: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Information: Earn 150 points and receive a gift. Earn 300 points and receive another. On July 27, it’s Choose Your Booze Day.

Fiesta Henderson

Gift giveaway Date: Thursdays in July Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: Earn 150 points and receive a bottle of Barefoot Wine. Earn 300 points and receive another.

SANTA FE STATION

Win a cruise Date: July 30 and Aug. 27 Time: 7 p.m. Information: Earn one drawing entry for every $40 buy-in in the Santa Fe Bingo Room. $40,000 cash giveaway Date: Thursdays in July Time: 6:15 p.m. Information: Swipe for 10 free entries every Monday and earn 5x entries on Tuesdays. Top weekly prize is $2,500. All weekly unclaimed prizes will be added to the cash prize pot for the final July 27 drawing, for a guaranteed $40,000 prize.

RED ROCK RESORT

$30,000 Spin Me ’Round Drawings Date: Mondays in July Time: 6:15 p.m. Information: Swipe daily for 25 free entries. Earn 2x entries on Thursdays. Spin the super prize wheel to win up to $5,000.

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Cold Cash Hot Seat giveaway Date: Fridays in July Time: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: $25 will be given away every 30 minutes. Prime Generation Tuesdays Date: Tuesdays in July Information: For players 50 and older. Earn 50 base points to receive $5 in play. Earn 500 points to receive a wheel spin. Spin and Win Date: Thursdays in July Time: 2-9 p.m., every hour Information: Win up to $250. Take It or Trade It Date: Saturdays in July Time: 6-10 p.m. Information: Win up to $1,000. Hot Cash Hot Seat Date: Sundays in July Time: Every hour between 10 a.m.7 p.m. Information: One player will receive $50 every hour.

TUSCANY

Point multiplier Date: Mondays and Wednesdays in July Information: Receive 12x points on reels and 6x points on video poker. Spin to Win slot tournament Date: Saturdays in July Time: Noon-9 p.m. Information: Earn 100 same-day slot points for one tournament entry. Win up to $1,000.

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Wheel of Fortuna cash drawings Date: Fridays in July Time: 7 p.m. Information: Earn tickets through play. Win up to $3,000. Gift Day Sundays Date: Select Sundays in July and August Information: Earn 300 same-day base points to receive a gift. On July 23, the gift is a set of wind chimes. On July 30, choose from the gift inventory.

SOUTH POINT

Pan-demonium Crazy for Copper Date: July Information: Collect weekly gifts Monday through Thursday and an end-of-month bonus when playing slots or video poker. To receive the weekly gift, earn 1,250 base points. Participants can swipe their card at any kiosk for a ticket and collect the weekly prize.

DOWNTOWN GRAND Grand Deals for Grand Rewards Members 50+ Date: Tuesdays through Aug. 29 Information: For players 50 and older. Receive point multipliers, dining discounts and more. Slot tournament is 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Pop Your Way to Winning Date: Fridays and Saturdays through July 29 Time: Hourly 7 p.m.-midnight Information: Receive one drawing ticket for every 100 base points earned. Earn ticket multipliers on Wednesdays. Top prize is $250 in play. Point multipliers Date: Sundays and Mondays through July 31 Information: Earn 2x points on video poker and 5x on reels and table games. ATV giveaway Date: July 29 Time: 9:30 p.m. Information: Earn one ticket for every 100 points earned. Win an ATV plus trailer or $5,000.

HARD ROCK HOTEL

Christmas in July Date: July 28 Time: 5, 6 and 7 p.m. Information: Earn entries by playing throughout July. Receive 10x entries playing slots on Mondays. Prizes include slot play, Apple Watches and more. Travel Like a Rockstar giveaway Date: July 23-25 Information: Earn 1,000 base slot points or $100 table theoretical in the same promotional day to receive a

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KLONDIKE SUNSET CASINO

Slot machine giveaway Date: July 29 Time: 8:30 p.m. Information: Earn tickets to be entered in drawing. Win a red, white and blue slot machine. $3,000 July Hot Seat Date: Saturdays in July Information: Six players will win up to $100 cash while playing at slot machines. Player’s choice gift card promotion Date: Fridays in July Time: 10 a.m.-midnight Information: Earn points to win up to $110 in gift cards. You keep the points. Choose from grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants and slot play.

Eldorado

Hot Cash Hot Seat Date: Sundays in July Time: Every hour between 10:30 a.m.7:30 p.m. Information: One player will receive $50. Saturday Early Rewards Date: Saturdays in July Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: Win $100 or $120 in play. Take It or Trade It Date: Saturdays in July Time: 6:30-10:30 p.m. Information: Win up to $1,000. Cash Slide drawing Date: Thursdays in July Time: Every hour between 2:308:30 p.m. Information: One player chosen at every drawing to win $100. Cold Cash Hot Seat giveaway Date: Fridays and Saturdays in July Time: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: $25 will be given away every 30 minutes.

STATION CASINOS*

Point multipliers Date: Tuesdays in July Information: Receive 10x points on slots and 6x points on video poker. *Valid at Green Valley Ranch Resort, Red Rock Resort, Fiesta Henderson, Fiesta Rancho, Santa Fe, Texas, Boulder, Palace and Sunset.

WILDFIRE PROPERTIES*

Point multipliers Date: Sundays in July Information: Receive 10x points on slots and 6x points on video poker.

Fabulous Fireworks Swipe and Win Date: Through July 29 Information: Earn five points to swipe. Win free play, points and dining. *Valid at Wildfire Sunset, Wildfire Rancho, Wildfire Casino & Lanes, Wildfire Boulder and Barley’s. Gift giveaway Date: Wednesdays in July Time: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: The first gift is free for invited Chairman, President and Platinum guests. Earn a second gift for 250 points. Non-invited guests must earn 100 points to receive the first gift. On July 26, it’s a mystery gift. *Valid at Wildfire Rancho, Wildfire Sunset, Wildfire Casino & Lanes, Wildfire Boulder and Barley’s.

PLAZA

$50K giveaway Date: Through Dec. 10, 2017 Information: Earn one ticket for every 25,000 points earned.

BOYD GAMING*

Lucky Lincoln drawings Date: Through July 29 Time: 6 p.m. for the Orleans and Sam’s Town and 8 p.m. at Gold Coast and Suncoast Information: Earn drawing entries through play. Drawings to win up to $5,000 in cash will take place on Fridays and Saturdays. The final drawing to win one of four Lincoln MKC vehicles will be July 29. *Valid at the Orleans, Gold Coast, Suncoast and Sam’s Town. Sweet Scoops kiosk game Date: Mondays in July Information: Earn a minimum of 10 slot points to participate. *Valid for all players at the Suncoast and Sam’s Town; valid for select players at the Orleans, Gold Coast, California, Fremont and Main Street Station.

ALIANTE

Take it or Trade it Date: Saturdays in July Time: 7:15 p.m. Information: Win up to $1,500. Earn entries through play. Earn 10x entries on Mondays and Wednesdays. 80,000 Fighter Jets and Freedom kiosk game  Date: Sundays and Fridays in July Information: Swipe card to play. Table games drawings Date: Fridays in July Time: 7:30 p.m. Information: Win a share of $5,000 in cash and prizes. 50+ Play Days Date: Mondays and Tuesdays in July

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Information: On Mondays, players 50 and older can get discounted movie matinee tickets. On Tuesdays, play Aliante’s 50+ kiosk game.

GOLD COAST Lucky Tuesday table drawings Date: Tuesdays in July Time: 7, 8, 9 and 10 p.m. Information: Up to 10 winners will win $500 in chips. Sizzling Hot Thursday slot tournaments Date: Thursdays in July Time: 1-8 p.m. Information: Earn 100 points for the first entry to the tournament; earn an additional 150 points for a second entry. Gift giveaway Date: Sundays in July Time: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: Earn 300 points for a gift. Selections include a patriotic tote bag, one-gallon beverage dispenser, mason jar glass set, logo tank top and logo shorts.

ORLEANS Gift giveaway Date: Thursdays in July Time: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: Earn 300 points for a gift. Gifts include a barbecue grill, tote bag, glass jug dispenser and a set of mason jar glasses.

SAM’S TOWN Spin-N-Win Date: Mondays in July Information: Table games players will have chance to win up to $500. Point multiplier Date: Tuesdays in July Information: Earn 15x points on penny reels, 11x points on reels and 6x points on video poker.

SUNCOAST Gift giveaway Date: July 23 Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: Earn 300 points. Selections include a beach mat and threepiece lunch tote.

LUCKY DRAGON Baccarat $8,880 cash giveaway Date: July 30 Time: 8 p.m. Information: A winning bet on a natural 8 earns one entry ticket; players can earn entries through July 30. Ten $888 winners will be drawn.

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GOP’s let-them-eat cake policies betray working class

et’s say you got an 8.5 percent pay raise last year. Would you be happy? Now, let’s say that nice little 8.5 percent raise jacked your annual income up to $11.5 million in salary, stock and other compensation. Now, would you be happy? Or would you want more tax cuts for you and your fellow 1 percenters? Those compensation numbers aren’t pulled out of thin air; they come from an Associated Press examination showing that the median annual income for 346 CEOs of the nation’s largest companies went up last year. The study further showed that median CEO pay has gone up 19.6 percent over the past five years, nearly double the 10.9 percent raise for the average full-time worker over that time. So these are very good times for the wealthiest Americans, and yet the Republican-controlled Congress and President Donald Trump seem to think there’s no such thing as enough for those at the top of the income brackets. The GOP’s various health bills have all

A CEO making the median compensation last year raked in $265 for every $1 earned by a full-time worker making the median earnings in the U.S. — about $43,300, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Compare that with 1980, when the ratio was 42-to-1.

featured tax cuts or tax deductions for the very rich, all at the cost of coverage for those who aren’t as able to afford it. Meanwhile, the tax reform blueprint that Trump rolled out in April was a carton of golden eggs for the wealthy, eliminating the estate tax, providing a tax break to investors who earn more than $200,000 a year and axing an Obamacare surcharge on wealthy investors, among other measures, while cutting funding for the working class through reductions in Medicaid, federal worker retirement programs and food stamps. For any Trump supporters who may still be with us, are you feeling betrayed yet? You have every reason to be, unless you’re rich. Yes, Trump and the GOP are examining tax cuts for the middle class as well, but what they’ve offered

so far would end up being regressive considering how much they want to provide for the wealthy. And that includes Trump and his family, who would directly benefit from some of the proposals that have been floated in Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, the gap between the super-wealthy and average wageearners is ballooning. A CEO making the median compensation last year raked in $265 for every $1 earned by a full-time worker making the median earnings in the U.S. — about $43,300, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Compare that with 1980, when the ratio was 42-to-1. But that was before the conservative right rose to prominence with its antiunion and pro-corporate mindset.

Now comes Trump and a congressional leadership team that is hell-bent on enacting major tax cuts for the rich before the 2018 midterm elections, which, based on Trump’s dismal approval ratings, could result in a Republican bloodbath and close the window on their opportunities to feather their wealthy donors’ nests. Their zeal can be measured in their health bills, on which they were perfectly willing to absorb a storm of criticism mostly about Medicaid reductions but also about the tax cuts. Thanks to a brave few who held out, only one of their four bills has passed, but there’s no question they’ll keep swinging for the fences. They shouldn’t have an opportunity. When it’s time to go to the polls, middle- and lower-income voters should remember how much the GOP was willing to sell them out. The rich should have an opportunity to get richer, but in a democracy, the people who play by the rules and work hard should be given a level playing field.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunday, july 23 “Thrones! The Musical Parody”: Six friends gather for the season finale of “Game of Thrones.” Soon, the group discovers the ultimate travesty: One of the members doesn’t watch the show. 8 p.m., $35-$55, The Space, 3460 Cavaretta Court, thespacelv.com. Ranger-guided night hike: Hike to Sandstone Canyon and see what creatures come out at night. 8 p.m., free with entry to park ($9 per vehicle), Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 Nevada Highway 159, 702-875-4141 or smr-interp@parks. nv.gov. Tony Orlando — Summer in the City: Orlando’s smooth voice showcases the classic sounds of the past that will have guests singing along. 7:30 p.m., $50 and up, South Point Showroom, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702-796-7111 or southpointcasino.com/entertainment/showroom. “KiKi’s Delivery Service”: This anime classic tells the story of a young witch who uses her broom to create a delivery service, only to lose her gift of flight. 12:55 p.m., $12.50, Century 16 Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho, fathomevents.com/series/ studio-ghibli-fest. *Also: At Village Square 18, 9400 W. Sahara Ave., and Red Rock Stadium 16, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd.; English subtitled version is shown at 7 p.m. July 24, at all three locations Yoga at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park: Stretch your body and relax your spirit in the shade of the Red Rock Canyon escarpment. Bring your own mat. 6 p.m., free with park admission ($9 per vehicle), Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 Nevada Highway 159, 702-875-4141 or smr-interp@parks.nv.gov. *Also: 10 a.m. July 27 and 29 Aubrey Williams: Doris Day is brought to life in this one-woman show. 2 p.m., $25, Cabaret Jazz at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., 702-7492000 or thesmithcenter.com.

MONDAY, JULY 24 Movie Night on the Meadow: Bring a picnic and blankets and watch “Brave” under the stars. 8 p.m., free with entry to park ($9 per vehicle), Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 Nevada Highway 159, 702-8754141 or smr-interp@parks.nv.gov.

Richman Mahlangu: Meet the author of “Zulu Dreams: From Apartheid to Ivy League.” 11 a.m., free, Aliante Library, 2400 W. Deer Springs Way, 702-839-2980 or nlvld.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 25 Foodie Fanatics — French Flair: Seniors ages 50 and older learn to make crepes. Advance registration is required. 1-2:30 p.m., $5, Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., 702-229-1600.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 26 On Board conversation: Join the Regional Transportation Commission to discuss the potential development of high-capacity transit such as light rail and bus rapid transit. Light refreshments will be provided. 9-10:30 a.m. or 3:30-5 p.m., free, Nevada State Museum meeting room, 308 S. Valley View Blvd., 702-2222362 or events@purduemarion.com. Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association Lakota Western U.S. Championship and Western Gift Show: Watch mounted riders compete in five timed rounds, firing two .45-caliber single-action revolvers each with five rounds of blank ammunition. 9 a.m., free, South Point Arena, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702-797-8005, southpointarena.com/ events or cmsaevents.com. *Also: Through July 29 “Beau & Aero” by A Little Bit Off!: Pilot Beau and his sidekick Aero are two bumbling, incompetent aviators. The performance will be followed by a physical comedy workshop. Show at 10:30 a.m., workshop at 12:15 p.m., $5.50 plus tax, Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., 702229-2787, artslasvegas.org or alittlebitoff.us/beau-and-aero. *Also: July 27, at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. Kidney Workshop: Seniors 50 and older can learn about kidney function, the causes of chronic disease and ways to manage their diet and health. Registration required. 10 a.m., free, Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, 702-229-1702. Ice Cream Social: Seniors 50 and older can enjoy an ice cream social. Registration required. 1-3 p.m., $2, Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, 702-229-6454. Lunch & Learn — A burden and a

FARMERS MARKETS Connors Farmers Market at The District: Thursdays, 4-8 p.m., 2240 Village Walk Drive, facebook.com/connorsfarmersmarketTD. Downtown3rd: Fridays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 300 E. Stewart Ave., search Facebook for Downtown 3rd Farmers Market Fresh52: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Tivoli Village; Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Inspirada, Solista Park, 2000 Via Firenze in Henderson; Sundays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 9480 S. Eastern Ave.; fresh52.com. Henderson Farmers Markets: Thursdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 240 S. Water St.; Fridays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 200 S. Green Valley Parkway; search Facebook for Henderson Farmers Market Las Vegas Farmers Markets: Wednesdays, 2-6 p.m., Bruce Trent Park, 1600 N. Rampart Blvd.; Thursdays, 2-6 p.m., 10401 Gardens Park Drive; first and third Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 9100 Tule Springs Road, lasvegasfarmersmarket.com.

blessing: Caring for your aging parents: This presentation will focus on giving practical and emotional tools to help keep caregivers focused on the blessings. Noon-1 p.m., free, Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 888 W. Bonneville Ave., 702-271-9563 or louruvosocialserv@ccf.org.

THURSDAY, JULY 27 Summer Safety for Kids: Children in grades K-5 can learn about water and pool safety, stranger danger and being home alone. 11 a.m., free, Alexander Library, 1755 W. Alexander Road, 702-633-2899 or cityofnorthlasvegas.com. Summer Screen Series: Pack your blanket, grab food from nearby restaurants and watch “Frozen” under the stars. Dusk, free, Park Centre Drive at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, 702-832-1000 or downtownsummerlin.com. Bobby Wayne Stauts: Enjoy the comedy of a Southern man turned Las Vegan. 7 p.m., free, Addison’s Lounge at JW Marriott Las Vegas/ Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., 702-507-5900. Movies on the Green: Come early for live entertainment and children’s activities, then watch “Secret Life of Pets.” No outside food or drink allowed. Sundown, free, the Green at Town Square, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South, mytownsquarelasvegas.com. Yoga on the Lawn: Bring a mat, towel and water, and end the day facing Red Rock Canyon. 7-8 p.m., free, the Lawn at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, 702-832-

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FRIDAY, JULY 28 19th annual Las Vegas Dance in the Desert Festival: Watch contemporary concert dance, performed by local, regional, national and international artists in three distinct programs. There will be master classes open to the public. 7 p.m., free, Summerlin Library Performing Arts Center, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, 702-504-4578, info@newdancefoundation.org or newdancefoundation.org/dance-inthe-desert. *Also: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. July 29 Songs with Norman Foote: The singer/songwriter usually invites a child or two to perform with him. 11 a.m., free, Alexander Library, 1755 W. Alexander Road, cityofnorthlasvegas.com. *Also: July 29 at Aliante Library, 2400 W. Deer Springs Way Emerson Drive: The country music band will play its hits. This is an all-ages show, but those under age 21 must be accompanied by an adult. 8 p.m., $25-$45, Chrome Showroom at Santa Fe Station, 4949 N Rancho Drive, 702-658-4900 or stationcasinosevents.com. Dat Phan: The comedian won the first season of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” and he now performs standup routines around the world. Must be at least 18 to attend. 7:30 p.m., $15 and up, South Point Showroom, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702-796-7111 or southpointcasino.com/entertainment/showroom. Dive-In Movie: Float in the wave pool and watch “The Little Mermaid.”

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SATURDAY, JULY 29 Back-to-school teen shopping day: Homeless, displaced and disadvantaged high school students with a school I.D. can get new clothing, shoes, school supplies and hygiene products, as well as a haircut. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., free, Zappos. com Plaza, 400 E. Stewart Ave., 702721-7150 or project150.org. Dress for Success Power Walk: Participants are encouraged to walk as individuals or create teams to show off their summer style while visiting health and beauty vendors. 7:30-10 a.m., $10-$28, Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702-684-6412, eventinfo@dfssouthernnevada.org or crowdrise.com/dfssnvpowerwalk. Summer Splash Bash: Enjoy dancing, swimming, games and music. 6-9 p.m., $4, Garside Pool, 250 S. Torrey Pines Drive, 702-229-6393. Mrs. Vietnam World Pageant: The pageant focuses on community service and is open to married Vietnamese women. 4 p.m., $20$50, South Point Showroom, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702-796-7111 or southpointcasino.com/entertain-

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Twilight Blockbusters: Get a taste of island life during a family fun fair, then watch an outdoor screening of “Moana.” Activities begin at 6 p.m., movie begins at dusk (approximately 8 p.m.), free, Nature Discovery Park, 2627 Nature Park Drive, cityofnorthlasvegas.com.

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History Talk — Soldiers at the Old Fort: Learn about the expeditions that passed through, the controversial role of the Old Fort in the Civil War and the story of the garrison stationed here in the late 1860s. 11 a.m., $1 for ages 13 and up/free for ages 12 and under, Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park, 500 E. Washington Ave., 702-4863511 or oldfortranger@parks.nv.gov.

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The small group of people who would eventually become Revive Brand Co., a maker of sports apparel and accessories, worked out of a garage for six years developing the startup’s brand. The crew — brothers Jonathan Santos and Cesar Santos, and Medin Gebrezgier — had met at the College of Southern Nevada. Cesar learned how to sew in 2011 on a brands, Continued on page 53

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OUR TAKE: SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MUCH-NEEDED SHOT IN THE ARM After placing near the bottom of many health-care rankings for the past several years, Nevada can take heart in the opening of the UNLV School of Medicine, which greeted its inaugural class last week. Nevada, and Las Vegas in particular, has been plagued with medical students high-tailing it out of the state as they finish their schooling. Only a third of the physicians who graduated from a Nevada medical school stayed in the state, usually because of the lack of residency options, leaving Students pose for a group photo after a stethoscope ceremony a scarcity of physicians. celebrating the UNLV School of Medicine’s inaugural class. UNLV did it the right way, (MIKAYLA WHITMORE/STAFF) making it a point for all 60 of the first medical school students to be Nevada residents or to have strong ties, which increases the possibility that they stay in the state as they begin their professional careers. With classes underway and funding for construction of the main building inching toward the targeted $100 million — the 2017 Legislature approved $25 million in funds to match a $25 million private donation — it appears the Silver State could ascend from its usual cellar-dwelling position. It took years to achieve, and all involved in the effort should be commended. Although a lot of work remains and fundraising continues, getting to this point is a shot in the arm for the state. With the medical school, Nevada now has a heartbeat in its health care fight and now, hopefully, a few more doctors will stick around the state to ensure that keeps beating. — MICK AKER S

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Virginia Toalepai, president of World Wide Safety, a local health and safety company, was named to the Project 150 advisory board. The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys named Justin Randall on the 2017 list of 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys for Client Satisfaction.

Ed Huckfeldt is SPI Entertainment’s vice president of marketing and administration. Billy Johnson is vice president of sales for Pink Jeep Tours’ Las Vegas market. Johnson was general manager of Casa de Shenandoah and was president and CEO of the Las Vegas Wranglers hockey team. toalepai

Donna Marcou-Stafford is the business development director for Travelzoo in Las Vegas. Desert Breeze Dental founder Dr. Paul VreNon earned accreditation from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. marcou-stafford

Nick McCabe is the CEO of Hakkasan Group. He formerly served as president and chief operating officer. Tiffany Twohig is vice president and Kristy Keller is project director at Moonridge Group.

Shaun Meng, associate attorney at Alverson, Taylor, Mortensen & Sanders, joined the board of directors of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance Nevada Chapter. Meng will serve as director of events. meng Mike Lang II from Laura Dearing Elementary School is one of 52 educators from across the country selected for the PBS Digital Innovators Program, which recognizes educators who approach education with a bold and fresh perspective and who integrate digital media and resources into their classrooms.

Patrick Cottingham is a client service representative with Gaming Laboratories International. Cottingham joined GLI in 2015 as a test engineer.

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Patrick Munster is executive chef of MB Steak at the Hard Rock Hotel. Marek Petrilak is vice president of finance for Gary Platt Manufacturing, which provides chairs for the casino industry. Wells Fargo established a southwest division of its middle market banking business. Neal Crapo, a senior vice president and 25-year Wells Fargo commercial banker, was selected to lead the new division.

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Jon Bilstein is executive director of Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada. bilstein oh-ciernick From 2007 through 2014, Bilstein was practice director at CCCN. Prior to rejoining CCCN , Bilstein was CEO of Nevada Orthopedic and Spine Center and patient relations director for Desert Radiologists. Margo Otto is a social worker for CCCN. She works with patients at CCCN’s furney Central Valley, Henderson and Southeast Henderson clinics. Chin Oh-Ciernick and Hannah Furney are advanced practice registered nurses. Oh-Ciernick is based at CCCN’s Lung Center of Nevada clinic adjacent to MountainView Hospital, treating adult patients with acute and chronic pulmonary health concerns. Furney provides care to patients with cancer and blood conditions at CCCN’s Henderson clinic. She also provides chemotherapy introduction classes to new patients and their caregivers.

share your accomplishments Have attorneys in your firm won awards this year? VEGAS INC would like to help celebrate the honorees in our Law Today issue, coming Aug. 13. This includes honors from groups such as Chambers USA, Mountain State Super Lawyers and others. Send releases to news@ vegasinc.com. The deadline to be included in the Law Today issue of VEGAS INC is Aug. 1. Any information about awards that needs to be embargoed until after Aug. 13 can be included, but the embargo must be noted in the release.

landlords/tenants with a 10 percent rebate, up to a maximum of $50,000, for pre-approved costs involved in upgrading the interiors of older office facilities. For more information, visit lasvegasnevada.gov/EUD. The Blind Center of Nevada broke ground on a 36,000-square-foot facility at 1001 N. Bruce St. The Henderson Police Department and the 911 communications center received reaccreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. It is the fifth reaccreditation award for the department since the initial accreditation in 2002.

Construction began on Vegas Trade Village, a $100 million live-work-play developcottingham ment at Cheyenne Avenue and Commerce Street in North Las Vegas. Project plans include 264 live-work units that will be part showroom, part apartment; a 20,000-square-foot convention center; a 120room hotel with a beauty salon and shops; a bank; a convenience store and car wash; and restaurants. Dwaine Anderson is project manager.

Lyft Las Vegas opened a support center at 7255 S. Tenaya Way. The 3,721-square-foot facility houses the Lyft operations team, and provides recruitment and education as well as in-person support for Lyft drivers.

Breeana Diullo is artistic director at Color - A Salon by Michael Boychuck, in Caesars Palace.

Steinbeck Communications is using a new Twitter address: @SteinbeckCoNews.

Daniel Bonner is vice president of operations at Goettl Air Conditioning and the Sunny Plumber.

Centennial Hills Hospital is one of five hospitals in the country, and the first in Nevada, to earn the Go Clear Award to eliminate hazardous smoke during surgical procedures. The award is presented by the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses. Surgical smoke is a byproduct when laser and electrical devices are used during procedures, primarily to cut tissue, then quickly cauterize the capillaries and blood vessels to minimize bleeding.

Brent Beardall is president and CEO of Washington Federal bank. John Mansfield and Ronald Munoz are among 1,575 newly inducted worldwide into the UPS Circle of Honor, an honorary organization for UPS drivers who have achieved 25 or more years of accidentfree driving. The State of Nevada Board of Examiners approved the extension of its general banking agreement with Wells Fargo & Co. until 2021, with a two-year renewal option. Scannell Properties is building a 338,520-squarefoot industrial facility at 3910 Alto Ave. Lincoln Business Center will feature 32-foot clear height, 70 trailer parking spaces, 62 dock doors and four drive-in doors. The Larkin Industrial Group at NAI Vegas has been retained by Scannell Properties to market the property for lease. Clark County Medical Society opened a new office building at 2590 E. Russell Road. Centennial Hills Hospital completed a $18.2-million expansion. The project built out the remaining two floors of the eight-story tower, adding 60 private patient rooms and more than 200 additional parking spaces. The expansion increases the hospital’s licensed bed count to 250. The Las Vegas Redevelopment Agency Board implemented the Office Tenant Incentive Program, which provides qualifying business owners/

Shapiro & Sher Group is managing custom-home site sales at Lake Las Vegas. The Estates at Reflection Bay offers the only custom home sites available on Lake Las Vegas’ north shore. Shapiro & Sher Group is an affiliate of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Nevada Properties.

Instacart, a grocery delivery service, is available in Las Vegas through Albertson’s, Cardenas, Costco, Petco, Smart & Final, Whole Foods Market and Natural Grocers. Palace Station has a new 10,000-square-foot bingo room with 350 seats, six recliners in a VIP area and five barstools. Goettl Air Conditioning received the Management Action Programs Award for Excellence. Winners implemented MAP’s process to strengthen their organizations through on-target business-plan execution and the achievement of specific goals. Children’s Learning Adventure is open at 8420 Farm Road, Las Vegas. Henderson opened pickleball courts at the tennis complex at Whitney Mesa Recreation Area, 1661 Galleria Drive, adjacent to Whitney Ranch Recreation Center/Aquatic Complex. Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at the Mirage received Humane Certified seal of approval from the American Humane Conservation program for animal welfare.

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Born organizer’s message: Spread positivity Melanie Walker left her job as an executive in the gaming industry to spend time with her family and work as a consultant. But she gravitated away from her previous field, human resources, toward a longtime passion: organizing. After helping friends with their homes on the weekends, she realized she could make it her business to help people get their lives in order. So she opened her franchise of Neat Method. “Professional organizing is like running a human resources department,” she said. “In both cases, you have a heart for people and help to organize and motivate them.” What’s new for you or your business? It’s hard to believe it’s already been more than a year since I launched Neat Method, a professional home organizing service. I’ve lived in Las Vegas for more than 20 years and have a passion for our community and the people who live and work here. Neat Method, which organizes spaces to bring comfort, efficiency and style to homes, has grown so much this past year, and I love helping busy people live a clutter-free life that lets them feel at peace in their homes. The brand plans to continue to expand across the country. The company now operates in more than 17 U.S. cities. We are all individual business owners and so far, we are all women. We call ourselves the Neat Girls. What room in the home are you most passionate about organizing? We cover all areas of a home, but my favorite area to organize is a kitchen Melanie Walker is a franchise owner of Neat Method, which provides professional and pantry — we think of ourselves organizing and unpacking services. (STEVE MARCUS/Staff) as pantry stylists. We recognize that are and when they are ready for us. We are they really baking 19 pies at once? what you keep in your pantry is likely maintain relationships with everyone Next, home organizers need kindto end up in your body. So having an we talk to and always leave the door ness, because we’re representing Neat organized pantry (where you can see open for them to call us when they are Method wherever we are. And they what you have) can save you endreally ready to declutter. need product knowledge — we know less time, frustration and, ultimately, every organizing product out there money when you ask yourself at the What is the best business advice and what it should be used for. end of your long, busy day, “What’s for you’ve received? dinner?” Never stop reading, learning and Is there one common area of Our next favorite areas are closets. growing — no one has ever “arrived.” clutter for most clients? We sort, categorize, fold and colorStaying current, knowledgeable, flexPeople tend to set things in the gacode everything our clients own. ible, humble and open to feedback rage and more things on top of their When we’re done, our clients can is key. Also, I’ve been so fortunate to things. Then they start parking their shop their closets as if those closhave the best female mentors who expensive car in the driveway to make ets were boutiques. It makes getting gave of themselves to help me sucroom for more clutter. The garage bedressed easy and eliminates stress. ceed. I hope to return the favor by comes a dumping ground for all kinds Most of our clients don’t even realmentoring other great women in of forgotten sports equipment, coolize how much they own, and it’s a joy business. ers, old hobbies and holiday décor for them to find items they loved that that’s not even used. were buried in their closets. We once How do you define success? found a lost family diamond ring. Success is having a happy team of How has your business evolved contractors and clients. If my team since launching last year? What skills does a successful oris happy, my clients are happy. It’s a We started out working with anyganizer need? chain reaction, but it has to start with one but realized that sometimes, peoPatience is first, because sometimes your team; you can’t have happy cliple may not be ready to change habits. our clients have a hard time letting go. ents with unhappy workers. Now, we have defined who our clients They might have 19 pie plates — but

What is your business philosophy? Spread positivity; people love to be around positive people. Some of our clients are so stressed by their busy lives and are overwhelmed by their lack of organization. So our goal is to bring joy, positivity and peace into our clients’ worlds by giving them more time to focus on what matters most to them. We have a fun, playful way of doing business — really, we’re folding underwear after all. What is your biggest pet peeve? Pet peeves are when you get your buttons pushed. I removed the buttons I had, so they don’t get pushed anymore. When you realize that people are doing the best they can with what they’ve got, it lets you let them do their own thing. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I want Neat Method to make a huge mark on the lifestyle of the people of Las Vegas by creating peaceful, beautifully appointed spaces that people love to come home to. I love to do workshops on organizing, so I’d like to do way more of them. Whom do you admire? I admire women. Women take on the primary responsibilities of raising children and running a home, and many have huge careers on top of that. It’s really astounding what women accomplish. We’re able to gracefully carry out so many roles in life: wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, coach, driver, shopper, cook, etc. What is something that people might not know about you? I don’t like competition. I believe there is room for everyone and we should support one another and not tear one another down or compare ourselves to others. I believe no one can run a business the same way. There is a fit for everyone.

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by the numbers

$1 billion

Amount Best Buy lost in market cap July 10 almost immediately after a report that Amazon was building an in-home, tech assistance service to compete with Geek Squad. Best Buy’s stock dropped 7 percent.

2.9 billion

Number of views of Wiz Khalifa’s and Charlie Puth’s “See You Again” music video on YouTube, overthrowing “Gangnam Style,” which was No. 1 for five years.

$1.9 billion

Amount Comcast receives annually for its “Broadcast TV Fee,” which the company charges for access to channels that can be received for free with a digital antenna.

22,000

Number of people who unwittingly agreed to perform 1,000 hours of community service that included cleaning toilets and animal waste in exchange for using Wi-Fi. The public Wi-Fi provider Purple included this agreement to raise awareness about the importance of reading terms of service for using Wi-Fi. In two weeks, only one user noticed.

$5,000

Amount Tami Barker must pay in damages for having made a racist comment and refusing to rent her Airbnb home in Big Bear, Calif., to an Asian-American citizen. It was the first time an Airbnb host had been penalized for racial discrimination.

$2 billion

Amount Disney will spend to create two “Star Wars”themed areas at parks in Florida and California. A 50-foot-wide model was displayed recently at the D23 expo in Anaheim, Calif., that scales to about 14 acres.

Number of sensors for autonomous driving in the newly announced Audi A8. The car is expected to be able to reach 37 mph with no need for a driver to pay attention at all.

Clayton, left, Bianca, center, and Trent Alenik display their namesake dishes — Whole Wheat Clayton, Ravioli Bianca and Diablo Trent — offered at the Pasta Shop Ristorante & Art Gallery in Henderson. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)

Chef’s memory lives on through food was for most businesses. We are fortunate to have a loyal following that The Pasta Shop is a collaboration Address: 2525 W. Horizon Ridge helped us make it through those years. between two artistic minds — husParkway, Henderson Then, with the sudden loss of David band and wife, chef and artist. It Phone: 702-451-1893 last year, our family has had to step in merges gourmet cuisine and whimsiEmail: info@pastashop.com and fill his larger-than-life shoes. He cal art to create a feast for the senses. Website: pastashop.com was so much a part of the business and It’s a family-owned gourmet Italian Hours of operation: 11:30 a.m.spirit that embodies the Pasta Shop. We restaurant and wholesale business 1:30 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. Monday-Friproviding fresh, homemade pasta to day; 5-9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday are a close family, so when our dad sudOwned/operated by: Ann Alenik, denly passed, all three of us mobilized Las Vegas casinos and restaurants. Bianca Alenik, Clayton Alenik and and made adjustments to our lives so Our menu is hip and wholesome, feaTrent Alenik we could take a more active role to help turing healthy dishes. We have made In business since: 1989 our mom run the restaurant. Adjusting our own pasta in-house since 1989. has been a challenge, but we didn’t lose Ann Alenik’s artwork sets us apart. any wholesale accounts when our dad It is displayed in galleries around the died, and we have gained some new ones since. world, but her most prized pieces are displayed in our family’s restaurant. The Pasta Shop is like an extension of our home. What surprises do you have for the menu? We just launched a new vegan menu, created by our family and chef Eddie Martinez. It has been a long time What is your most popular entrée or signature dish? coming and we are thrilled to have had such a great rePortofino is our house specialty and best-known dish. It sponse. An exciting new addition is sautéed kale and avoconsists of fresh linguini in a diablo sauce with a medley cados, a staple in any vegan’s diet. The new vegan menu of pan-seared diver scallops, black tiger shrimp and clams. features nearly 20 dishes. Trent has been vegan for five Saffron shrimp sauté is our menu’s most unique dish. It’s years and took the lead in this new venture. made with a black squid ink-infused pasta over a saffron cream sauce and topped with sautéed black tiger shrimp. Describe your business.

Pasta Shop Ristorante & Art Gallery

Tell us about your charitable giving. What is the best part about doing business in Las Vegas?

Las Vegas is one of the world’s most celebrated cities, and that reflects in the diversity of people we have had the chance to meet. When David died at 58, the community embraced us and everyone was really supportive. Our vendors even helped us out. What obstacles has your business overcome?

The recession was a difficult time for our business, as it

It is imperative that we give back to our great city. We partner with and donate to many charity organizations including Inspiring Children Foundation, for which Trent serves as executive director. The foundation gives at-risk youths the tools needed to thrive through mentorship, education and tennis. The organization has helped more than 100 children earn college scholarship to schools such as Harvard, Princeton, Stanford and Penn. There is also a scholarship fund created in honor of chef David that provides clean eating and living programs for youths.

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How to avoid the curse of a shared family property

guest column: dealing with damages and sharing property t may sound ideal to keep a home jill shipley such as toys and bikes. of your grandparents for all family Decision-making: Who is involved in branches to gather, relax and enjoy, decision-making, resolving issues and or share a beautiful summer home dealing with conflicts? Who can assist with on the lake. But what happens when your mediating issues that arise? cousin comes with her five kids and three large dogs for a month? Or the taxes and maintenance are being split equally n Remove the handcuffs: Include in the policy a way for but you barely use the property? Or what if some family owners to opt out. Sometimes, life events, such as divorce or members leave the property in disarray? Unfortunately, not being able to contribute financially, make it difficult to take sometimes a good idea intended to bring the family closer advantage of the property. Forcing connectivity and ownership together can create tension and conflict. can lead to resentment and discord. Many families will agree to Consider these five tips to enjoy your property while also buy out the sibling’s ownership in installments so the property maintaining the peace: can stay in the family and other family owners are not faced with the urgency of coming up with immediate liquidity. n Get clear on the why: If everyone has different goals for the home and reasons to invest in it, the relationships n Review and revise regularly: Having a policy is just could be better served by not buying or selling. If all parties the first step. We recommend reviewing at least every three agree, consider putting a formal plan in place that outlines years to make adjustments. the agreed-upon policies for how to enjoy the property in n Get tax help: Consider setting the property up as an mutually agreeable ways. LLC to minimize liability and make transfers of partial interests easy among parties invested in the property. You may n Plan for the unexpected: Sit down together and create also consider a qualified partner residence trust (QPRT) that guidelines to ensure fair use of the property and manage allows you to transfer the property with little or no gift tax. potential conflicts, include points such as: Families and friends have shared properties to gather, Expenses and financial considerations: Determine how laugh and build memories. Having a plan and getting some expenses and capital improvements are going to be handled. help to stay accountable can make a world of difference in Scheduling and usage: Who can use the home and when? achieving this goal. Having patience helps too. How are holidays handled? Can friends and extended family Jill Shipley is managing director of family dynamics and use the home? education at Abbot Downing, a Wells Fargo business. Standards of conduct: Cleaning expectations, quiet hours,

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CEO McBeath: Cosmopolitan has ‘exceeded all of our forecasted numbers’ By THOMAS MOORE STAFF WRITER

“Just the right amount of wrong” is still the Cosmopolitan’s catchy slogan after almost seven years of operation on the Strip. After almost three years with gaming veteran Bill McBeath as CEO, a better slogan, at least internally, might be “just the right amount of what other resorts have to offer.” That’s because while the Cosmopolitan strives to retain its hip, artsy feel, McBeath has been working to create what is still a musthave for all resorts on the Strip — a solid gaming foundation. The resort recently added four floors of luxury penthouse suites and an exclusive gaming lounge to better compete for lucrative high-end international players. And it’s also added more areas dedicated to slots on the casino floor in a continuing effort to appeal to mass-market players. These changes are in addition to others made since McBeath was hired, such as moving the sports book from the second to the first floor, adding a high-limit slot lounge, tweaking the casino’s center bar (the Chandelier bar), adding video poker and giving it a more open layout. McBeath spoke with VEGAS INC and discussed the Cosmopolitan’s progression since it opened, recent changes and possible future additions, and rumors it’s about to be purchased by MGM Growth Properties.

The Cosmopolitan has undergone several alterations since opening seven years ago, including a philosophical shift in its gaming operations. (steve marcus/staff file)

How the Cosmopolitan has changed in past two years Gaming The Reserve, February 2017: 2,300 square feet of gaming for Boulevard Penthouse suite guests. It has its own cashier cage, security system and balcony overlooking the Bellagio fountains. Reserved for guests with six- or seven-figure gambling budgets.

From losses to profits Even before it opened, the Cosmopolitan was different. With its relatively small footprint, the solution was to go vertical. Other Strip casinos, conversely, have hotel towers but tend to house the casino, restaurants and other amenities in wide, flat, one-story buildings. The Cosmopolitan’s entertainment amenities, restaurants and decor had a decidedly artsy feel, highlighted in a quirky advertising campaign. But despite the resort’s hipster cred and the fact that, generally, visitors to Las Vegas were gambling less and spending more on food and entertainment, the Cosmopolitan didn’t perform well financially. It experienced quarterly losses from when it opened until July 2015. The Cosmopolitan was initially dealt a bad hand opening in 2010 in an economy battered by the Great Recession. And it faced stiff competition from existing casinos as well as CityCenter, Encore Las Vegas and the Palazzo — all of which opened during the previous three years. But the resort also faced internal challenges, McBeath said, because it was not taking full advantage of the revenue potential of gaming. “They had a full-blown program to lure in high-rollers and get the international custom-

The Talon Club expansion, February 2016: For players, it includes custom-made scotch lockers, in-house sommelier, private kitchen and butler service.

Race and sports book, February 2016: Moved from second to first floor and expanded. It has LED video walls, high-def TVs, lounge seating, traditional betting stations and VIP areas, as well as shuffleboard, foosball and pool.

High-limit table games, June 2016: A new host office, 17 table games including baccarat, mini-baccarat, single-zero roulette and blackjack. $100 bet minimum.

High-limit slot lounge, December 2015: 65 games, some with possible bets over $1,000 per spin and jackpots over $1.25 million on a spin.

Rooms The Boulevard Penthouse Suites, February 2017: 21 suites from 2,000 to 5,000 square

feet with views and balconies overlooking the Strip, 24-hour butler service and features such as gyms, massage rooms and programmable toilets.

Food and beverage Blue Ribbon, June 2017: Based on a popular New York City eatery.

Momofuku, January 2017: First West Coast project of noted international Asian restaurateur David Chang.

Zuma, January 2017: Also first West Coast location Japanese restaurant company Azumi Group.

Milk Bar, December 2016: From Christina Tosi, author, James Beard award winner and judge of “MasterChef” and “MasterChef Junior.”

The Chandelier, August 2016: Redesigned to be more open; added 115 seats and video poker.

Eggslut, June 2016: First location outside of Los Angeles for egg-based comfort gourmet food.

Beauty and Essex, May 2016: From NYC restaurateur Chris Santos.

CliQue, December 2015: Upscale cocktail lounge.

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ers, though they didn’t have amenities (needed) to do it,” McBeath said. “And the retail customer, the bread and butter, meat and potatoes, 25-cent, dollarslot player was really ignored.” McBeath describes gaming as a commodity because a slot machine at the Cosmopolitan is no different from one at the Wynn. It’s the layout of the casino floor, he says, along with customer service and the surrounding amenities, that make a property different in the minds of players. When the Cosmopolitan opened, McBeath said, the slots and other gaming offerings were essentially dropped on the casino floor with no appreciation for how they were arranged or how the layout made slot players feel. It’s why McBeath has been tweaking the layout of the casino floor since he got there, and it’s also why his first staffing move was bringing in a person to specifically manage slots. It seems, according to the limited data available, the changes worked. The company no longer publicly discloses financial information. But at a recent Nevada Gaming Control Board hearing, an executive told regulators that first quarter EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) was up 24-25 percent compared with the previous year and that in 2017, the resort would see a 200 percent improvement. “I think the easiest way to outline without getting specific is we have achieved and exceeded all of our forecasted numbers that we first forecasted two years ago,” McBeath said. Is the Cosmopolitan for sale? In recent months, rumors have floated through the gaming industry that the Cosmopolitan is about to be purchased by MGM Growth, a separate corporate entity that owns the buildings and land beneath Mandalay Bay, the Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor and Excalibur (and other properties), then leases them back to MGM Resorts International, which runs them. The rumor makes sense, in part because the Cosmopolitan is surrounded by MGM properties, including Bellagio and CityCenter. Also fueling the fire is the fact that McBeath once worked for MGM and, according to industry gossip, has been seen in the company of executives from MGM Growth Properties. McBeath said the Cosmopolitan would be sold at some point but that a deal was not imminent. “Yes, I had lunch one time with the CEO of MGM’s REIT (James C. Stewart) as a courtesy,” McBeath said. “He

wanted to know who I was and I wanted to know he was. And yes, I also sit on the board of the American Gaming Association with (Jim) Murren (the CEO of MGM International).” “I mean, look, it’s no secret that Blackstone (the private equity firm that owns the Cosmopolitan) buys underperforming assets, develops them, increases operating performance and then ultimately sells them,” he said. “But I think it would be extremely premature to sell this asset any time in the near future, as our trajectory is extremely strong and we have a lot of work to do. We’re in the middle of remodeling all the rooms right now. And we are spending a substantial amount of money, over $100 million, to remodel the rooms. We wouldn’t be doing that if we were in an active mode to sell the place.” High-rollers and coming attractions When McBeath started at the Cosmopolitan, he said the property simply didn’t have the infrastructure needed to attract the high-rollers and keep them on property. Today, he says, the Cosmopolitan has almost completed its plans to compete for gamblers in the high-end Far East market. In the top four floors of the hotel tower, which McBeath once described as “the best undeveloped real estate in Las Vegas,” the Cosmopolitan recently opened a collection of luxury penthouse suites with 24-hour butler service and features such as gyms, massage rooms and electronically controlled customizable toilets. Along with the suites, the resort expanded its existing luxury gaming lounge and opened a separate gaming lounge for customers with six- and seven-figure gaming budgets. That lounge has its own bar, cashier’s cage and a balcony that faces north overlooking the Strip and directly above the Bellagio fountains. McBeath said he was pleased with the progress and that the work, on the high end at least, was almost done. “Our last piece (we are considering) is the development of a high-end Chinese restaurant,” McBeath said. “And then we will be a full-service facility that can cater to the high-end Far East market. We won’t have one competitive disadvantage other than not owning casino in Macau. “Now it’s about building the brand equity in the marketplace with this very elite customer and letting people know that we want to be the destination of choice in Las Vegas. And we don’t believe there’s any reason those gamblers wouldn’t want to stay here.”

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State adopts rules to combat weed bottleneck By chris kudialis STAFF WRITER

Distributors previously operating in Nevada’s medical marijuana program may soon enter the recreational marijuana market after the Nevada Tax Commission approved emergency regulations to reopen distribution licensing. The Nevada Tax Commission voted to let the Department of Taxation re-examine a provision of the ballot question that legalized recreational marijuana, which gave alcohol distributors exclusive rights to distribution licenses. Under the tax commission’s ruling, if the taxation department determines that the distribution provision would result in a shortage of distributors for the new industry, previous medical marijuana distributors could be given recreational distribution licenses. The ballot question established a system in which third-party, licensed alcohol distributors were required to transport weed from Nevada cultivation and production facilities to dispensaries. “When businesses operate, we get the tax revenue, and that’s what the state wants,” Deonne Contine, director of the Nevada Department of Taxation, testified this month. “We need to do everything we can to get more distributors licensed so these businesses can continue operating.” Contine drafted the combined seven-page statement of emergency and regulations, and Gov. Brian Sandoval endorsed the emergency regulations with his signature. The department said in a March draft of recreational marijuana regulations that it found “an insufficient number of marijuana distributors” existed by limiting the industry to licensed alcohol distributors, but it did not include that statement in its final regulations for the “early start” program released May 8. On June 20, Carson City Judge James Wilson of Nevada’s 1st District Court awarded the Independent Alcohol Distributors of Nevada with an injunction, ordering the Department of Taxation to remove the other 87 nonalcohol distribution applicants from consideration for licenses. Contine said none of the seven alcohol wholesale distributors passed department evaluations to begin distributing, adding that a lack of supply for marijuana dispensaries and no legal way to restock them as a result of the court-issued injunction would soon cause the booming recreational weed industry to “grind to a halt.” “Without the ability to license marijuana distributors to continue the flow of product to a retail store, a high likelihood exists that consumers will revert to the black market,” Contine wrote. Several speakers argued against the emergency regulations, accusing the Department of Taxation of discriminating against alcohol distributors and working to push them out of the industry. Opening recreational distribution licenses to those who successfully operated in the medical marijuana industry would help the new recreational industry continue a stream of tax revenue estimated to reach $90 million to $120 million by June 2019, Nevada Dispensary Association Executive Director Riana Durrett said. An operating legal industry also would prevent black-market sellers from illegally selling the plant, she said. The emergency regulations adopted did not provide a timeline for issuing distribution licenses, but both Durrett and Contine said they expected the licenses to be issued by the end of the month.

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Development in resort corridor pushes east By thomas moore Staff Writer

Capitalizing on an increase in the number of tourists it serves relative to locals in the past few years, the venerable Ellis Island on Koval Lane east of the Strip broke ground recently on an expansion it hopes will lure more pedestrians. The two-story expansion will have a restaurant and bar separate from the casino’s other food and beverage offerings, as well as a beer garden. Management says the new venue, which sits against the street and can handle 300 guests, will help it serve local clientele as well as the growing number of tourists who visit the property. While much of that growth has come from those looking for Strip alternatives, a significant portion comes from the fact that development in the resort corridor has been steadily heading east, drawing more attention to the almost 50-year-old casino. “Now that there is Topgolf and things are moving in our direction, we welcome it,” Ellis Island marketing director Christina Ellis said. “We do get a ton of walk-in traffic and hope to increase that with our new venue.” By expanding, Ellis Island is joining larger gaming companies that have plans for land east of the Strip. Strip real estate has become so limited and expensive, experts say, it is forcing gaming companies and other developers to push farther east than they’ve ever gone. John Knott of the commercial real estate firm CBRE, which is trying to sell the site of the Alon project for Crown Resorts Limited, says gaming companies and other developers wanting to be in the middle of the Las Vegas tourism market don’t have many other options. “If Genting (the developers of the Resorts World project on the Strip) goes forward and we are able to sell the Alon property, prices off-Strip will go higher because there really isn’t much opportunity left on the Strip,” said Knott, CBRE’s executive vice president and head of global gaming. Mike Mixer, executive managing director of the Las Vegas office of commercial real estate company Colliers International, agreed. “I think we’ll start to see some perpendicular development on the east side of the Strip,” he said, mentioning both Harmon Avenue and Flamingo Road as possible development routes. “The Linq Promenade and the Park

Customers try their hand at the driving range at Topgolf Las Vegas, 4627 Koval Lane, just east of the Strip. (steve marcus/staff file)

show us glimpses of the kind of future growth we might see — not just for onStrip development but also for off the Strip, to link together other drivers like the convention center.” To an extent, the move east already has begun. Last year, Topgolf opened at MGM Grand. More recently, the MGM Resorts announced plans to expand its convention center next to its parking garage at Koval Lane and Tropicana Avenue. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is bridging the gap between the Strip and Paradise Road with the purchase and destruction of the Riviera and the expansion of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Lately, the trend seems to be gaining speed. Gaming companies have been buying up small plots of land to combine them into larger parcels and talking publicly about their plans for the east side of the Strip. Executives with Caesars Entertainment revealed their thoughts about land the company controls along Koval Lane during the company’s 2017 first-quarter earnings call. “We have sizable land holdings on the east side of approximately 80 to 90 acres,” Chief Financial Officer Eric Hession said. “And then we own about seven acres of undeveloped land in front of Caesars Palace, all of which would be prime for potential developments, from additional convention space to retail to other offerings.” According to Knott, Caesars has made significant investments in its eastward push. “Caesars has everything on the west side of Koval from Flamingo to where it shares a driveway with the Venetian,” Knott said. “They paid $20 mil-

Developable parcels east of the Strip n Along Tropicana Avenue, be-

tween but not fronted on Koval Lane or Paradise Road; 42 acres; owned by UNLV/Board of Regents; zoned partially in gaming overlay, could be hotel use as part of a master-planned university-owned development. n 377 E. Flamingo Road, on the

south side of Flamingo Road just west of Paradise Road; 18.5 acres; lender-owned; zoned H-1, (gaming overlay) hotel, residential, mixed-use n 501 Tony Bennett Way, across from the Hughes Center just north of the Flamingo/Paradise intersection; 5.14 acres; owned by Veneto Paradise; zoned hotel, residential n Northeast corner of Koval Lane and Harmon Avenue; 60 acres; owned by Harko LLC; hotel, zoned mixed use n Behind the Linq to Koval Lane; 35plus acres; owned by Caesars Growth Properties Holdings; zoned gaming, hotel, convention, mixed-use n Behind Bally’s, Paris and Planet Hollywood to Koval Lane; 38 acres; owned by a subsidiary of Caesars Growth Properties Holdings; zoned gaming, hotel, convention, mixed-use Data provided by Colliers International

lion an acre for some of that dirt.” And Caesars isn’t alone. Last spring, Steve Wynn announced a huge eastward expansion of his properties when he revealed plans for a lagoon-based attraction on the golf course behind the Wynn and Encore. And in recent earnings calls, Wynn has hinted he may open up some of that land to other developers. He hinted at the possibility in 2016’s

third-quarter earnings call while describing the scope of the project. “And then there’s the lagoon, the new rooms that are going to be available on both the north and south side of Wynn Park and the other features that go around the lake,” he said. “Then the issue is adjacent properties that will be available for smaller operators on Paradise Road.” Formally, Wynn Resorts hasn’t discussed the possibility of selling the land to other developers. And Wynn may simply be trying to increase the value of the land. “With companies like Wynn and Caesars, the things that enter into decision-making are multifaceted,” Knott said. “If he’s got extra land and it’s worth more, it could create some financing options he didn’t have.” If Wynn does decide to sell the land, which runs along Paradise Road close to the monorail and the Convention Center, it would definitely become desirable, Knott said. “He’ll get a premium, mostly because he’s Steve Wynn and people want to be near successful people,” he said. Allowing other hospitality developers to build hotels along the lagoon project is a savvy business move, Knott said. “If he opens (that land) up to other investors and developers, he’s not going to allow gaming, right?” Knott said. “So if someone else puts up 500 hotel rooms or 1,000, then he gets potentially the food and beverage spend and the retail and the nightclub spend. It’s a pretty good formula to have someone else build capacity for you with their capital.” Regardless of any individual project, Knott said there was a good chance for development heading east on Harmon toward Koval Lane. “When you go off-Strip, you don’t have the same pedestrian counts, like say when you come down Harmon from CityCenter to the Hard Rock,” he said. “But a lot of people are trying to make it a pedestrian-friendly street. ... We could see some nice development if it’s pedestrian-friendly and brings the people out.” He also sees the potential along Paradise Road. “That’s a whole different dynamic,” Knott said. “If Steve Wynn opens his side of street, it’s close to that monorail and also to the convention center. The location dynamics are pretty darn good. I like that area.”

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‘Words are important, but so is the visual’ small sewing machine, and now has full knowledge of the bag-making process. Jonathan learned about the operations aspect, working with Medin at the Small Business Development Center for years while developing his marketing skills. It’s a story they feel is important for customers to hear. “Customers in the digital age are faced with too many choices,” said Gebrezgier, Revive Brands’ marketing director. “There are so many products and services that are constantly demanding and competing for their attention. This is a good thing, because there now is an even playing field where big corporations and cashstrapped startups can compete.” It also is a challenge, though, “beJonathan Santos, left, and Medin Gebrezgier look at a basketball bag stencil in their cause you have a smaller window of garage workshop. (wade vandervort, special to vegas inc) opportunity to convince the potential teresting and significant to the comwhere it is today.” customer to buy your product,” Gemunity it serves, “it helps the brand The company also can tell a story brezgier added. “This is why the story resonate with its target audiences,” of its origin, focusing on the problem will always stand out as the reason for said Marty Wood, director of marketthe company was founded to solve repeat customers who will share your ing for Opportunity Village. “The Op— “perhaps there was an interesting company with others. Whenever you portunity Village story spans more epiphany from which the company tell someone a story, they are taken on than six decades of serving people was born,” Roth said. a journey.” with intellectual disabilities; six-plus Another important way to craft a It is a journey that nearly all comdecades successfully developing procompany story is to focus on the companies need their customers to take, grams and services that provide edupany’s values and how they are in line and which customers often enjoy. cation, job training and employment with the values of its target customer. The timeless power of stories to placement for these wonderful peo“When communicating a company communicate culture, character, relple who merely want a chance at a life story, the words are important, but so evance and more is a precious tool most of us take for granted.” is the visual,” Roth said. “Customers for businesses. Wood says a company’s story must are very visual, so companies must first be genuine. create a visual identity that tells the Compelling, Honest, “Fabricated claims might make story and reinforces the brand.” Authentic for an intriguing story but would Yvette Auger owns Cosmopolitan “A company’s story, told well, can cause great damage when the truth Connections Inc., which does busiconnect with costumers and help the emerged,” he said. “I’ve known sevness as My Vegas Friends, one of the company achieve its goals,” said Jaeral businesspeople who struggle to most successful networking groups son Roth, vice president of commupersonally connect with their own in Las Vegas with more than 13,500 nications for Roseman University of brand, coming across forced and dismembers. The story she tells is intenHealth Sciences in Henderson. “This ingenuous. (The story) should be a tionally personal. is accomplished by communicating part of the DNA of the company’s “Our free weekly Cosmopolitan who you are and what you do to add brand, and therefore communicated Connections networking events help value to your customers’ lives. This across all mediums.” to connect our guests socially, as well must be compelling, honest and auWood’s own story is of a piece with as professionally,” Auger said. “We thentic, so it’s relatable to your custhat of Opportunity Village itself. On have had three Cosmopolitan Contomers.” the day of his job interview, he was nections marriages, and two CosThere are, Roth said, many ways a given a tour. mopolitan Connections babies from company or organization can craft its “Ten minutes in, I entered the emguests who have met at our events story. The most obvious is to focus on ployment resource center,” he said. over the past seven years. I also met what sets it apart. “A movement caught the corner of my my own husband, Eric Auger, when “This is especially important in a eye and I turned to see a woman with he walked in the door of our event crowded industry, where a customer Down syndrome jump up and begin five years ago. This is a real testasees the company and its competirunning toward me, clapping and ment for us all to get out there and tors as virtually the same,” Roth said. screaming, ‘I know you! I know you!’ network, as it worked for me person“A company can tell what is interestI just stood there frozen, not knowing ally and my friends also, both socially ing about the way it was founded, its what to do. and in business.” founders, and the stories of perse“She continued toward me and When a company’s story is both inverance and evolution that led it to

when she reached me, she gave me the best hug ever, and would not let go. My heart just melted and I thought. ‘I need to help people like this young lady.’ “I relayed this story to Ed Guthrie, OV’s executive director, shortly after. The next day, he offered me the job. That was almost seven years ago and since then I’ve experienced many other powerful and heartwarming moments.” Mark Wayman, an executive recruiter for gaming properties and founder and CEO of The Foundation in Las Vegas, likes to share a story that communicates who he is and how his firm reflects it. “When I started my executive recruiting company 13 years ago, it came about in a unique and unusual way,” Wayman said. “We had just sold SRD, a counterterrorism software company, to IBM, and I was considering my options, including retirement. A CEO friend called and asked me to do some recruiting. When I told him that was not my core competency, he said, ‘You are on the board of Make-A-Wish. You do this for me, I’ll pay you, and you can donate a portion to Make-A-Wish.’ To this day, we donate a portion of each executive placement to a dozen national and local charities.” But even storytelling can take a wrong turn. Not being reliable or transparent can turn customers and clients off, warns Lori Goodwine, public relations director for CIM Marketing Partners. “In business, honesty is still the best policy,” she said. “And that honesty has a direct impact on how a company presents its character, its culture and tells its stories. For every company that misleads customers, there are hundreds of businesses waiting in the wings for the opportunity to pick up that customer right where you dropped them off.” “Customers aren’t interested in being sold or told what to do,” said Tami Belt, owner and CEO of Blue Cube Marketing Solutions. “They are interested in learning about what a company can offer them. Educate, inform and entertain. People remember stories, not statistics.” Communication, she added, is a two-way street. The old adage rings true: Seek first to understand, then to be understood.

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Calendar of events MONDAY, JULY 24 Small Business Resources webinar Time: 2-3 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Online at youtu.be/YvFOQ8U7riQ Information: Call 702-734-3555 or visit nevadawbc.com Learn about buying a building for your business and the benefits of the Small Business Administration 504 loan program.

TUESDAY, JULY 25 Building Owners and Managers Association of Nevada monthly luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m. Cost: $40; $45 for nonmembers Location: Las Vegas Country Club, 3000 Joe W. Brown Drive, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-938-2662 or visit bomanevada.org Clark County School District Superintendent Pat Skorkowsky will be speak. Team Building 101 Time: 6-7 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Nevada Hispanic Business Group, 4530 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 9, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-734-3555 or visit nevadawbc.com Learn about team-building activities. Get a Handle on Savings Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $30-$40 Location: NV Energy Beltway Building, 7155 S. Lindell Road, Las Vegas Information: Contact Commercial Energy Services at 800-342-6335 or commercial@nvenergy.com This training session will cover topics including energy efficiency basics and how saving energy can save money. Lunch provided. RSVP by July 23. America’s Booming Cannabusiness: Doctors discuss cannabis treatments Time: 9:30-10:45 a.m. Cost: $69 plus fees (register at bit.ly/2tgaLAP) Location: Teleconference; call-in code is emailed after registration Information: Call Heidi Nietert at 310-864-2402 Learn about the risks and opportunities of “the next economic Gold Rush.” This conference is in-

tended to be educational and provide guidance to those interested in the subject.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 26 Construction Financial Management Association Las Vegas luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $30 for members; $40 for nonmembers Location: Lawry’s the Prime Rib, 4043 Howard Hughes Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Contact Ann Gilroy at 702-4931066 or lasvegas@cfma.org Steve Antill, director of sales for Foundation Software, will present “Trends in Construction Technology.” Owner’s Guide to HR Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Online at youtu.be/doBuUHho1P4 Information: Call 702-734-3555 or visit nevadawbc.com Cornelius Eason, owner of HR Partners, will share his knowledge about human resources in this webinar. Get More Customers Academy Live! Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $197 Location: Hampton Inn Event Center, 4975 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-331-3331 or visit yokellocal.com/academy-live Join Las Vegas internet marketing agency Yokel Local and discover industry secrets to generating high-quality leads, getting more customers and increasing sales online. Urban Chamber of Commerce member zone seminar Time: 9 a.m. Cost: Free Location: Urban Chamber of Commerce Training Room, Suite 30, Las Vegas Information: Contact the chamber at 702-6486222 or urbanchamber.org Learn how to update your directory listing, post job openings and hot deals, and network with chamber members. Bring a laptop or tablet, logo, photos, fliers/ads, business cards and marketing collateral.

THURSDAY, JULY 27 Henderson Chamber of Commerce networking mixer Time: 5-8 p.m. (RSVP by July 26) Cost: $15 for members; $25 for nonmembers; additional $10 for walk-ins Location: Proof Tavern, 10 Via Brianza, Suite 110, Henderson Information: Contact Donna Israelson at 702565-8951 or disraelson@hendersonchamber.com Mingle with other chamber members. Building Owners and Managers Association of Nevada training workshop Time: 10-11:30 a.m. (RSVP by July 24) Cost: $15 for members; $25 for nonmembers; additional $10 for walk-ins Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 N. City Parkway, 7th floor, Grand Canyon Room, Las Vegas Information: Email kimberly@bomanevada.org or visit bomanevada.org Receive training on the process to enter the Outstanding Builder of the Year contest and ways your property can win. Lunch will be provided. Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $35 for members; $45 for nonmembers Location: Gold Coast, 4000 Flamingo Road, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-737-4300 or email info@ lvacc.org Bill Imada, chairman and chief connectivity officer of IW Group, will present “AAPI Marketing Insights.”

FRIDAY, JULY 28 Small Business Summit & Luncheon Time: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost: $50 for members; $60 for nonmembers; $100 for VIP; $400 for table of 8 Location: Gold Coast, 4000 Flamingo Road, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-733-3955 or visit womenschamberofnevada.com/ This event will include a mini expo featuring vendors, networking, speakers and lunch.

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National Association of School Psychologists summer conference

Harrah’s

July 24-26

200

SuperZoo West

Mandalay Bay

July 24-27

20,000

41st annual Nevada Police and Fire Games

South Point

July 25-29

2,000

National Association of Enrolled Agents national conference

Cosmopolitan

July 31-Aug. 3

700

ASD Las Vegas

Las Vegas Convention Center

July 30-Aug. 2

44,000

National Black Nurses Association, Inc. annual conference

Mandalay Bay

July 30-Aug. 4

1,500

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Records and Transactions BID OPPORTUNITIES July 25 2:15 p.m. Russell campus, building and fire protection: public address and audio visual upgrades Clark County, 604534 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov 2:15 p.m. Elections warehouse: IT work room remodel Clark County, 604544 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov

July 26 2:15 p.m. Russell campus, building and fire department: office and tenant improvements Clark County, 604504 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for storage and retrieval (package 1) and possible records move (package 2) Clark County, 604513 Susan Tighi at slt@clarkcountynv. gov 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for Spring Mountain Youth Camp sewage treatment facility operation and maintenance Clark County, 604535 Adriane Garcia at akgarcia@clarkcountynv.gov

July 28 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for Janitorial Services at Sunset Park Clark County, 604500 Deon Ford at deonf@clarkcountynv.gov

Aug. 3 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for base aggregates, sand chips, rock and heavy rip-rap stone Clark County, 604547 Ashley Peterson at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov

Aug. 4 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for installation and rental of temporary fencing materials Clark County, 604553 Ashley Peterson at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov

Brokered transactions Sales $4,450,000 for 14,880 square

feet, retail 7293 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas 89117 Landlord: National Solutions Landlord agent: Chris Clifford, Steve Neiger and Brett Rather of Colliers International Buyer: 840 Alvarado Enterprises Buyer agent: Did not disclose $2,165,000 for 12,600 square feet, multifamily residential 150 Hoover Ave., Las Vegas 89101 Landlord: Pine Tree Landlord agent: Paul Chaffee, Wil Chaffee and Josh Smith of Sun Commercial Real Estate Buyer: The Hoover Buyer agent: Northcap Commercial $1,510,000 for 17,298 square feet, industrial 2310 Western Ave., Las Vegas 89102 Landlord: Clark County Credit Union Landlord agent: Dean Willmore, Grant Traub and Chris Connell of Colliers International Buyer: GDC Realty Buyer agent: Did not disclose $1,025,000 for 49,362 square feet, office 2722 and 2806 Perimeter Road, North Las Vegas 89032 Landlord: Western Alliance Bank Landlord agent: Cathy Jones, Paul Miachika, Roy Fritz, Jessica Cegavske and Jennifer Lehr of Sun Commercial Real Estate Buyer: Gerald Haan Buyer agent: N/A $950,000 for 10,000 square feet, office 550 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Landlord: Peto Family Trust Landlord agent: Soozi Jones Walker and Bobbi Miracle of Commercial Executives Real Estate Services Buyer: Wildfield Co. Buyer agent: Did not disclose $880,000 for 4.9 acres, industrial 3919 E. Cheyenne Ave., Las Vegas 89115 Landlord: Professional Investors Landlord agent: Did not disclose Buyer: 3919 Cheyenne LLC Buyer agent: Dan Doherty, Chris Lane and Jerry Doty of Colliers International

Leases $946,055 for 2,400 square feet, retail 1220 E. Harmon Ave., Suite B, Las Vegas 89119 Landlord: Campus Village Landlord agent: MDL Group Tenant: Lacey’s Place Nevada 1220 Harmon Tenant agent: Jon Willis, Rob Moore and Matt Patros of Sun Commercial Real Estate

BUSINESS LICENSES D-Raw Tech LV License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 1417 John Bevy Court, North Las Vegas Owner: D-Raw Tech LV

Factory Service Center License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 629 S. Casino Center Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Factory Service Center Heating and Air

Daily Edge Consulting License type: Management or consulting service Address: Did not disclose Owner: Gary Gregg

Feed Me More License type: Mail order/internet sales Address: 6648 Chelton Oaks St., North Las Vegas Owner: Feed Me More

Dean Legal Group License type: Professional services Address: 721 S. Sixth St., Las Vegas Owner: Aaron Dean

Flaggers of Southern Nevada License type: Employment agency Address: Did not disclose Owner: Walk This Way

Deana Khoshaba Studio & Gallery License type: Art gallery — retail Address: 107 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 210, Las Vegas Owner: Deana Khoshaba

Frame By Frame Iconic Reprints License type: General retail sales Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suites G30-G32, Las Vegas Owner: Sylvia Casares

Desert Bloom Cultivation Center License type: Temporary cultivation Address: 203 W. Brooks Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: NLVG LLC

Frank’s Sheets & Pillows License type: General retail sales Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite G05, Las Vegas Owner: Frank Santiago

Detoxification Solutions License type: Medical office Address: 1701 N. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 5A, Henderson Owner: Resources for Detoxification

Franklin Bioscience NV License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 38 W. Mayflower Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: Franklin Bioscience NV

Divine Threading License type: General retail sales Address: 5655 Centennial Center Blvd., Suite 140, Las Vegas Owner: Saiarpan Dotty’s #76 and #8 License type: Full liquor off-sale Address: 754 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson; 1133 N. Boulder Highway, Henderson Owner: Nevada Restaurant Services Enterprise Fleet Management License type: Automobile leasing Address: 6855 Bermuda Road, Las Vegas Owner: Andrew Taylor, Pamela Nicholson and Ricky Short Erick Tyler License type: Real estate sales Address: 10000 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: E.T. Unlimited Estate Sales R Us License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 8400 Romantic Sunset St., Las Vegas Owner: Michael Murphy Evans Fears & Schuttert License type: Professional services Address: 2300 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 900, Las Vegas Owner: Chad Fears and Jay Schuttert

Gabriel Paris License type: Internet sales Address: 2715 Peckskill Ave., Henderson Owner: Gabriel Paris

Suite 200, Las Vegas Owner: Riaz Rohani Gordon Parker License type: Real estate sales Address: 7674 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 109, Las Vegas Owner: Gordon Parker Real Estate Graciela Campos Carranza License type: Bail agent/enforcement agent Address: 626 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Graciela Campos Carranza H&J’s Handyman License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose, Las Vegas Owner: John Hanahan Hacienda Gardens Catering License type: Catering with alcohol Address: 4250 E. Bonanza Road, Suite 10, Las Vegas Owner: Alicia Perez Hall’s Custom Cleaning Service License type: Repair and maintenance Address: 216 Frapuccino Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Hall’s Custom Cleaning Service Handy Services License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 3019 Contract Ave., Las Vegas Owner: MCI Solutions

Gaby’s Tacos License type: Open-air vending Address: 1501 N. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Gabriela Olmos

Hart Consulting License type: Management/marketing/consulting Address: 2211 Twin Falls Drive, Henderson Owner: Hart Consulting

Gear Up Weapons & Tactical Supply License types: Secondhand dealer; miscellaneous sales/service Address: 212 Long Shadow Terrace, Henderson Owner: Phillip Forrester

Home Cleaning Services of America License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 4343 N. Rancho Drive, Suite 220, Las Vegas Owner: Sin City Ventures

Gerson Torres License type: Trucking Address: 6780 Fallona Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Gerson Torres

Honey Salt License type: Catering with alcohol Address: 1037 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Wink LLC

Glacier Eco-Clean Services License type: Trucking Address: 7416 Spencer St., Las Vegas Owner: Glacier Eco-Clean Services

Howard Reed Massage License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 5111 Lindell Road, Suite 102, Las Vegas Owner: Howard Reed

Global Printing Packing Shipping License type: Business support Address: 129 Fremont St., Las Vegas Owner: Sebnic Investments Global Realty License type: Real estate sales Address: 9500 Hillwood Drive,

ICC License type: Property maintenance Address: 4290 Cameron St., Suite 4, Las Vegas Owner: ICC (NV) Ice Teams

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Infinite Possibilities Adult Day Center License type: Adult day care facility Address: 222 S. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 210, Las Vegas Owner: Infinite Possibilities Adult Day Center

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K34 Industries License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 632 Mauna Kea Place, Henderson Owner: Jessica Kush Kasie Madsen License type: Real estate sales Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Kasie Madsen Kasil Home and Auto Repair License type: Property maintenance Address: 202 Misty Garden St., Henderson Owner: Michael Lisak Kateli Integrative Health Center License types: General services (counter/office); professional services — medical Address: 7045 W. Ann Road, Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: Kateli Integrative Health Center Kathryn Campbell License type: Real estate sales Address: 10750 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Kathryn Campbell KB Wellness License type: Instruction services Address: 8670 W. Cheyenne Ave., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Kathryn Wilson KC Industries License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Kurt and Theresa Crosby Kids Golf Association License type: Instruction services Address: Did not disclose Owner: David Ross King-Queen of Diamonds License type: General retail sales Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suites E38-E42, Las Vegas Owner: Alexander Ngo La Sandwicherie License type: Restaurant Address: 365 Lewis Ave., Las Vegas Owner: La Sandwicherie La Villita #117 License type: Full liquor off-sale Address: 642 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson Owner: Nevada Restaurant Services Lake Las Vegas Rowing Club

License type: Nonprofit registration Address: 15 Costa Di Lago, Henderson Owner: Lake Las Vegas Rowing Club Las Vegas Cannabis License types: Temporary cultivation; temporary production Address: 2620 W. Brooks St., North Las Vegas Owner: Wellness & Caregivers of Nevada NLV Las Vegas Harley-Davidson License type: General retail sales Address: 324 Fremont St., Las Vegas Owner: The Marshall Retail Group Las Vegas Sno License type: Restaurant Address: 439 Rock Quarry Way, Las Vegas Owner: Las Vegas Sno Las Vegas Zitro Cleanup Services License type: Construction cleanup Address: 2636 Bed Knoll Court, Las Vegas Owner: Las Vegas Zitro Cleanup Services Latino Express Services License type: Business support Address: 2220 E. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas Owner: Berenice and Hugo Carrillo Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts License type: School Address: 2495 Village View Drive, Henderson Owner: Scottsdale Culinary Institute Leo’s LED Lighting & General Maintenance License types: Repair and maintenance; trucking Address: 3150 Soft Breeze Drive, Suite 1026, Las Vegas Owner: Leodegario Hernandez Alvarado Leum Complete Women’s Care License type: Professional services — medical Address: 2832 E. Lake Mead Blvd., North Las Vegas Owner: CLKR LLC Liberty Tax Service License type: Bookkeeper/income tax preparer Address: 1311 W. Craig Road, Suite B, North Las Vegas Owner: R & Y Tax 2 Life Storage License type: Mini warehouse Address: 3900 N. Tenaya Way, Las Vegas Owner: Life Storage Holdings Listing Haven License type: Real estate sales Address: 1180 N. Town Center Drive, Suite 100, Las Vegas

Owner: Donald Romero Lowry’s Catering License type: Catering with alcohol Addresses: 2620 Regatta Drive, Suite 111, Las Vegas; 2902 Lake East Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Robert Lowry Luam Smoke Shop License types: Tobacco dealer; tobacco sales/lounge Address: 314 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Luam Entity Lucky China License type: Restaurant Address: 180 S. Stephanie St., Suite 150, Henderson Owner: Lucky China LVCK License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Vegas Apparel M&M Soul Food Cafe 2 License type: Restaurant Address: 2211 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Suite A, Las Vegas Owner: The Groupp Madame Muse License type: Cosmetology Address: 6714 W. Cheyenne Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Myesha Jamerson Magic 7 Media License type: Management/marketing/consulting Address: 2280 Pacini Court, Henderson Owner: Magic 7 Media Main Street Renewal License type: Real estate sales Address: 8560 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 110, Henderson Owner: Main Street Renewal Manny Beith License type: Real estate sales Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Manny Beith Marilee Greene License type: Bookkeeper/income tax preparer Address: 7104 Geese Gathering St., North Las Vegas Owner: Marilee Greene Marina Jezzini License type: Real estate sales Address: 10220 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 3, Las Vegas Owner: Marina Jezzini Mark Bogdanovich, CPA License type: Professional services Address: 3425 Cliff Shadows Parkway, Suite 110, Las Vegas Owner: Mark Bogdanovich Mark’s Handyman Services

License type: Property maintenance Address: 154 Sand Dune Court, Henderson Owner: Mark Palmer Market Liquor Services License type: Trade show alcohol service Addresses: 455-495 S. Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas; 203-205 S. Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas Owner: IMC TRS and Robert Maricich Mermaid’s Home Cleaning License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 3680 E. Harmon Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Lian Martinez Mistinguett Productions License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 83 E. Agate Ave., Suite 407, Las Vegas Owner: Mistinguett Productions Montoya License type: Temporary merchant Address: 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas Owner: Ronald Montoya Mrs. Klean License type: Repair and maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Lorena Vasquez My Mother’s House Italian Restaurant License type: Restaurant Address: 9320 Sun City Blvd., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: L&M Cuisine Nat’s Spa & Lounge License type: Permanent makeup Address: 1171 S. Buffalo Drive, Suite 115, Las Vegas Owner: Mary Nguyen Neurology Institute of Nevada License type: Professional services — medical Address: 2445 Fire Mesa St., Suite 190, Las Vegas Owner: Kaplan Neurology Nevada Credit Save License type: Automotive sales with minor repair Address: 3131 Meade Ave., Suite A, Las Vegas Owner: Sandor Patakfalvi-Szekely Nicholas Withers License type: Real estate sales Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Nicholas Withers No. 1 Currywurst Truck Las Vegas License type: Mobile food vendor Address: 949 Empire Mesa Way, Las Vegas Owner: P+T Sausage Kitchen

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Records and Transactions NuCO2 License type: Trucking Address: 4425 E. Colton Ave., Suite 109, Las Vegas Owner: NuCO2 O Sage License type: General retail sales Address: 5643 Centennial Center Blvd., Suite 150, Las Vegas Owner: O Sage Oasis Medical Cannabis License type: Retail marijuana store (recreational sales) Address: 1800 Industrial Road, Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Serenity Wellness Center One2 Accessories License type: Internet sales Address: 3088 Porte La Paz Ave., Henderson Owner: One2 Accessories OneMain Financial of America License type: Finance company Address: 661 Marks St., Suite C, Henderson Owner: Onemain Financial of America Onsite Wildlife Removal License type: Repair and maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Onsite Wildlife Removal Parke Esquire License type: Professional services Address: 330 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 204, Las Vegas Owner: Steve Parke Peacenart Studio License type: Artist Address: 107 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 230, Las Vegas Owner: Alex Huerta Pepe’s Lawn Service License type: Repair and maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Jose Flores-Tinajero Pinx Signs License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 2442 Las Vegas Blvd. North, North Las Vegas Owner: Gonzalo Hernandez Prestige Cleaning Services License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 3145 Degas Tapestry Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Elizabeth Carmona Princess Personal Care License type: Residential home care provider Address: 4640 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Oyibo Igboamazu Professional Pet Supply

License type: Trucking Address: 7747 Ashby Gate St., Las Vegas Owner: Brian Gauthier

Rod’s Painting License type: Contractor Address: Did not disclose Owner: Rodrigo Gonzalez

Professional Services Business Support License type: Business support Address: 4500 E. Bonanza Road, Suite J, Las Vegas Owner: Elizabeth Alvisar

Rossial Padilla Galzote License type: Real estate sales Address: 1120 N. Town Center Drive, Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: Rossial Padilla Galzote

Project Wellbeing License type: Instruction services Address: 7980 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Project Wellbeing

RubinBrown License type: Professional services Address: 7881 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 250, Las Vegas Owner: John Butler and Steven Brown

Public Works Coffee Bar License types: Food specialty store; beer/wine/spirit-based product on-sale Address: 314 S. Water St., Suite 110, Henderson Owner: Public Works Coffee

Rudy International Motivational Speaking License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 293 Goldstar St., Henderson Owner: Cheryl Ruettiger

Queen Tacos License type: Open-air vending Address: 3130 N. Rainbow Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Gloria Zaragoza and Vickie Valdivia

S.O.S. Immigration International Las Vegas License type: Nonprofit community services Address: 6022 Smoke Ranch Road, Las Vegas Owner: Leonel Alvarez

Ray Morgan Co. License type: Trucking Address: 7140 Dean Martin Drive, Suite 200, Las Vegas Owner: Ray A. Morgan Co. Reasons Banquet & Event License type: Beer/wine/spirit on-sale Address: 3277 W. Craig Road, Suite 104, North Las Vegas Owner: Blissfull LLC Red Wolf Tek License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 2512 Sable Ridge St., Henderson Owner: Red Wolf Tek Reflections at the Lakes License type: Apartment house Address: 2601 S. Grand Canyon Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Fairfield Reflections NV

Sarah Suppe License type: Real estate sales Address: 10000 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: Sarah Suppe Sexy and Sassy Pearls License type: Mail order/internet sales Address: 2604 Campobello Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: Danielle Watkins Shana Cell Service 2 License type: General retail sales Address: 1203 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, Las Vegas Owner: Sandra Vargas Sharen Rheinhardt License type: Real estate sales Address: 777 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Sharen Rheinhardt

Renters Warehouse License types: Real estate sales; roperty management company Address: 376 E. Warm Springs, Suite 240, Las Vegas Owner: Renters Warehouse Nevada

Shila Sheikhan License type: Bail agent/enforcement agent Address: 3111 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Bail Busters

Repair Parts Central License type: General retail sales Address: 3300 Sunrise Ave., Suite 104, Las Vegas Owner: Frank Laing

Sin City Cleaning Services License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Roselle Wilson

Roberto’s Taco Shop License type: Restaurant Address: 2810 Bicentennial Parkway, Suite 120, Henderson Owner: Anthem Tacos

Sin City Mobile Car Wash & Detailing License type: Automobile detailing Address: Did not disclose Owner: Sara Narvaez and Gabino Narvaez-Galindo

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Category: chambers of commerce (Ranked by number of members as of June 1)

Chamber

Total number of members

Who can join?

Annual dues

Types of networking events Morning Mingle, New Member Breakfast, New Member Lunch, Business Power Lunch and Business After Hours

Top local executive

Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce 575 Symphony Park Ave., Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89106 702-641-5822 • lvchamber.com

4,000

Any business, nonprofit or startup company

$599

Latin Chamber of Commerce 300 N. 13th St. Las Vegas, NV 89129 702-385-7367 • lvlcc.com

1,500

Anyone

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Peter Guzman, president

Henderson Chamber of Commerce 590 S. Boulder Highway Henderson, NV 89015 702-565-8951 • hendersonchamber.com

1,320

Any business

$200-$1,250

Breakfasts, Roadmap to Success workshop series, community days, mixers and new member briefings

Scott Muelrath, president/CEO

Asian Chamber of Commerce Las Vegas 6431 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 280 Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-737-4300 • lvacc.org

585

Any business or professional

$150-$300

Monthly luncheon, networking mixers, seminars, annual events

Sonny Vinuya, president

Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Nevada 2300 W. Sahara Ave., Eighth floor Las Vegas, NV 89102 702-733-3955 • womenschamberofnevada. org

560

Indi-small business, nonprofits, up to corporations

$250-$5,000

Power Breakfast Cafe, Business Alliance Mixers, Signature Luncheons, Women’s Leadership Day LuncheonMentoring and Scholarship Gala

June Beland, founder/ president/CEO

Boulder City Chamber of Commerce 465 Nevada Way Boulder City, NV 89005 702-293-2034 • bouldercitychamber.com

450

Individuals, businesses and nonprofit organizations

$100

Mixers, educational luncheons, community events and online networking

Jill Rowland-Lagan, CEO

Lambda Business Association 401 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89101 702-893-2088 • lambdalv.com

275

Anyone who is lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender friendly

$200

Luncheons, expos and mixers Paul Ershler, executive director

Urban Chamber of Commerce 1951 Stella Lake St. Las Vegas, NV 89106 702-648-6222 • urbanchamber.org

250

All businesses — for-profits, nonprofits and corporations

$175-$10,000

Roundtables, targeted vendor forums, networking mixers, workshops, seminars, breakfasts and luncheons

Kenneth Evans, president

Las Vegas Wedding Chamber of Commerce 2320 Duneville St. Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-983-3933 • weddingchamber.vegas

160

Wedding industry professionals

$200

Happy hour mixers, educational events, member meetings and committees

Kristen LaBuda, president

Las Vegas Health & Fitness Chamber of Commerce 3651 Lindell Road, Suite D-794 Las Vegas, NV 89103 702-483-2970 • vegashealthfitnesschamber.com

150

Any business or individual

$395

Health & Fitness Expo, Health Education Speaker Series, weekly meetings, monthly mixers and ribbon cuttings

Lany Orlanda, executive director

Las Vegas Ward 5 Chamber of Commerce 1001 F St. (in the Harrison House) Las Vegas, NV 89106 702-825-2145 • w5cclv.com

105

Individuals, nonprofits, business owners and corporations

$150-$5,000

Mix & Mingle, Talk & Tea, Business Education Lunches and workshops

Katherine Duncan, president

Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Nevada 2610 S. Jones Blvd., Suite 3 Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-625-3882 • glccnv.org

All LGBT business owners, corporations and ally businesses

$365-$2,500

Education, networking, advo- Dina Proto, president cacy and supplier diversity opportunities

Kristin McMillan, president/CEO

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