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Ticket sales for the summer movie season have been sluggish in recent years, so it’s a smart play by AMC Theatres to amp up its menu offerings. The new Feature Fare menu includes gourmet popcorn, a charcuterie plate and a massive Bavarian pretzel.

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WHERE THEY PLAY, THEY PAY

ON THE COVER The world feels more dangerous than ever, from active shooters to natural disasters.

When the Raiders move from Oakland to Las Vegas, players making more than $1 million will swap a 13.3 percent income tax for no income tax. That means massive savings, but it’s not that simple. Taxes are applied in every state where a team has games, meaning that income is subject to many small cuts that can add up.

CHANGE YOUR SURVIVAL ODDS

Watching a disaster film or live coverage of a real tragedy, you might think you’d be equipped to get out alive. But have you really thought about what you would do if your office building caught fire? If your car got swept away in a flood? If North Korea made good on nuclear threats? Preparation can make the vital difference in worst-case scenarios.

A PAIR OF ACES ON THE COURT

Representing Las Vegas’ strong tennis tradition, 11-year-olds Nikola Dobrijevic and Rocco Mendez were chosen to take two of the 24 spots in an elite camp hosted by the United States Tennis Association in June. From sliding on clay to the tenets of professionalism, the boys learned a lot and added nuances to their game.

THE LEGACY OF CREEL PRINTING

The Creel family has been in the printing business for generations. A pioneer in digital printing and one of the top press operations in the U.S., it has grown up with Southern Nevada. MORE VEGAS INC ■ Las Vegas Defense Group, P47 ■ A taste of Tennessee, P48 ■ Identity theft complaints prevalent in Nevada, P49

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If you’re wondering about the bunnies Spotted packs of rabbits at your local park? They once were pets, and they need help.

You need Chubbs the Wampug in your life The elderly pug is an internet sensation, and she spends her weekends in Las Vegas.

Meet Nevada’s first black master grower Aaron McCrary sees the artisan cultivation of cannabis as a spiritual process.

Burgers are better with peanut butter Barley’s shares the recipe for a smothered burger with rich bacon and spicy sriracha.

OPINION broke Scout Law in a big way 38 Someone President Donald Trump claims to represent traditional values. His actions say otherwise.

WHAT IF CALIFORNIANS COULD RIDE TO LAS VEGAS?

A plan is in place to build a high-speed rail system from Las Vegas to Victorville, Calif., and eventually into Los Angeles County. Funding is up in the air for the $8 billion line, but demand is projected to be high.

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Teachers at Lamb of God Lutheran Church & School are trained by SafeDefend Aug. 3 to protect students in the event of an active shooter. Pepper spray is one among many tools offered in SafeDefend kits. (Mikayla Whitmore/staff)

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Previewing their forthcoming album, “Wonderful Wonderful,” The Killers performed in front of Caesars Palace as a special feature of ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”

Henderson City Council extended a moratorium on recreational marijuana sales until September, also preventing cultivation, testing and production facilities from operating in that market.

A Metro officer was hit during a shootout after investigating a stolen phone report. The suspect died from police fire while barricaded in a truck in the central valley.

Financial news site 24/7 Wall St. ranked Nevada No. 3 on a list of “Hardest States to Find Full-Time Work,” as the underemployment rate remains high — 11.9 percent.

The Las Vegas Paiute Tribe announced that a 15,800-squarefoot marijuana dispensary will open in September on tribal land north of downtown Las Vegas.

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Number of Vegas Golden Knights games that will be nationally televised on the NBC Sports Network during the hockey team’s inaugural season.

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zinke cuts nevada trip short Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke took a weekend tour of Nevada’s two national monuments, but he canceled plans for meetings in the Las Vegas area on July 31 to head back to Washington, D.C. Zinke is completing a review of 27 monuments, as the designations protect federal land from energy development and other activities.

U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke arrives for a July 30 news conference near Gold Butte National Monument in Bunkerville. (STEVE MARCUS/ staff)

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so long, pritch Longtime UNLV football color commentator Mike Pritchard is moving back to Colorado to join Sports Radio 104.3 The Fan. Pritchard, a Rancho High graduate, was MVP of the 1990 Colorado Buffaloes national championship team before playing nine years in the NFL. Pritchard worked as a UNLV football analyst for 11 seasons, as well as co-hosting the “Mitch and Pritch Show,” that used to air weekdays on ESPN 1100 AM.

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British IT whiz Marcus Hutchins — credited with derailing global cyberattack WannaCry in May — was arrested Aug. 2 in Las Vegas for allegedly creating and distributing malicious software known as the Kronos banking Trojan.

Citations Henderson Police wrote over the past two weeks as part of a federally funded program aimed at traffic violations, from speeding to drunken driving.

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glam event returns Le Dîner en Blanc — a Parisian dining phenomenon resembling a flash-mob picnic of people dressed all in white — popped up last year at MGM’s Park. Locals hoping to get in on the ceremonious napkinwaving, feasting and dancing at a location kept secret until the night-of will have a chance this year. It was just announced that Le Dîner would return Oct. 8.

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celebrity chef takes a swing at the strip

Chef Robert Irvine smashes an ice sculpture with a sledgehammer during the July 27 grand opening of Robert Irvine’s Public House at the Tropicana. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)

Post-fight parties MMA star Conor McGregor will host through a just-signed Wynn Nightlife residency through 2019. It kicks off after the hyped Aug. 26 bout with Floyd Mayweather Jr.

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WHO GETS A CUT?

PRO ATHLETES WON’T PAY INCOME TAX IN NEVADA, BUT THERE’S A BIGGER PICTURE

HOW MUCH MORE WILL CARR MAKE HERE?

BY ADAM CANDEE | STAFF WRITER

The arrival of the Vegas Golden Knights this year and the Raiders in three years will excite local sports fans, but the players might feel equally giddy about the prospect of calling Nevada home. ¶ As one of seven states that does not tax personal income, Nevada offers an attractive bonus for the hockey and football players. The Raiders in particular will see a major change in tax liability — California imposes a 13.3 percent income tax on earnings over $1 million, and 24 players on the team’s roster will make at least that much this season. Even rookies making the NFL minimum of $465,000 face a state tax rate of at least 10.3 percent. ¶ Quarterback DEREK CARR tops the heap with a newly signed $125 million contract that will pay him close to $25 million in 2017. According to an analysis of Carr’s contract done for ESPN by accountant Robert Raiola, the quarterback will see tax savings of more than $7 million in the final three years of his contract from 2020-22 after the Raiders move to Las Vegas.

Accountant Robert Raiola’s analysis of Derek Carr’s contract shows the Raiders quarterback saving more than $7 million in taxes through his contract’s final three years once the team is based in Las Vegas. YEAR

NET PAY (CA)

NET PAY (NV)

TAX SAVINGS

2020

$10,968,892

$8,757,499

$2,211,393

2021

$11,319,485

$8,892,307

$2,427,178

2022

$11,469,383

$9,015,220

$2,454,163

Raiola’s analysis also showed that Carr will net more after taxes from a $20 million Nevada salary ($11.54 million) than from a $22.5 million California salary ($11.15 million).

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If a powerhouse athlete bought a $1 million home in the valley, he would pay $12,600 a year in tax on the property.

THOUGH THEY MIGHT NOT PAY INCOME TAX ... While professional athletes living in Las Vegas won’t pay taxes on their Nevada income, they will contribute to state coffers through property taxes if they own homes here. When Nevada housing values soared before the recession, property taxes followed and threatened to saddle homeowners with massive annual bills. State lawmakers enacted property tax caps in 2005 to protect against that.

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As a Nevada resident, Carr would owe just

THE JOCK TAX

Michael Jordan soared through the air and captured imaginations throughout the world in 1991 as he led the Chicago Bulls to the NBA championship against the Los Angeles Lakers. Jordan brought home the trophy, but left behind quite a bit more after paying California’s newly imposed “jock tax.” Legislators in the Golden State decided to capture new income by taxing professional athletes for the days they played games in California. This essentially treated visiting athletes as employees generating income while working in California, subjecting a select group of millionaires to a hefty tax. Numerous states now utilize a jock tax, meaning traveling athletes must pay in a dizzying amount of jurisdictions.

$158,491

FOLLOWING THE MONEY

HOW MANY JURISDICTIONS DO PRO ATHLETES USUALLY FILE IN? NFL

10-12

NBA

16-20

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NHL

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Source: Ryan Losi, Virginia-based CPA who works with pro athletes

in jock taxes. An analysis by the Tax Foundation showed that if Carr and the Raiders played their 2017 schedule in Las Vegas instead of Oakland, the quarterback would save more than $3 million in taxes. The report estimates Carr will pay more than $3.3 million in state income tax on that $25 million salary this year. As a Nevada resident, Carr would owe just $158,469 in jock taxes. Here is the foundation’s breakdown of what Carr would owe in jock taxes to cities and states where the Raiders play regular-season games this year: STATE

STATE TAX

LOCAL TAX

TOTAL TAX

California

$33,886

Colorado

$17,363

$19,948

$12,000

$31,948

Missouri

$22,274

$3,750

$26,024

New York

$24,762

$11,513

$12,995

$24,508

$129,746

$28,745

$158,491

Florida Maryland

Pennsylvania Tennessee TOTAL

WHAT THEY MAKE DEREK CARR, QB Oakland

ANDREW LUCK, QB Indianapolis

CARSON PALMER, QB Arizona

It’s difficult to pinpoint average salaries for athletes playing professional football or hockey in the U.S., but here are estimates, and listed earnings of those at the top of the industries this year.

$25M $24.6M $24.4M NFL average salary

$2.4M

PATRICK KANE, RW/C Chicago

NHL average salary

$2.9M

JONATHAN TOEWS, C Chicago

JAMIE BENN, LW Dallas

$13.8M $13.8M $13M

ANZE KOPITAR, C Los Angeles

$13M

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The massive blaze, Britain’s deadliest in decades, at Grenfell Tower in London. The horror of the bombing at a pop concert in Manchester, England. The Arizona family suddenly swept away in a rush of floodwater during a summer swim. Recent events have proven, yet again, that disaster can strike anytime, anywhere. In an instant, a daily routine, a special night out or a long-awaited vacation can turn into chaos, the result of Mother Nature, violent unrest or simply a perfect storm of misfortune. ¶ Tragedies are inevitable, but that doesn’t mean we are helpless. Experts in terrorism, public safety and emergency management agree that knowing what to do in an attack or catastrophe can mean the difference between life and death. Survival in many cases isn’t a function of bravery but the result of preparedness. ¶ It’s human nature to freeze with mental paralysis in the face of danger. That’s why education and preparation are so essential, so your body can take over even as your mind reels. Knowing ahead of time how to act in an emergency tips the odds toward survival.

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When in a high-rise building, study the locations of all available staircases and exits. If you are in a hotel room, read the evacuation chart posted on the back of the door.

Most people’s first instinct in a fire is to run. But if you are in a high-rise building, experts say don’t. Though it may seem counterintuitive, your best chance for survival is to stay put. ¶ Modern skyscrapers are designed to contain, suppress and withstand fire. Laws in the United States require fireproofing materials that protect a building’s structure and separate its units into fire-safe compartments. Steel and concrete construction is the norm, as are fire-retardant coatings and insulation. Self-closing, fire-resistant metal doors are designed to keep flames from spreading; fire alarms and automatic sprinklers are mandated; and required building-control systems help suppress flames. In other words, if a modern high-rise is constructed as it should be, it is designed to keep flames contained to a single unit or floor. hrecommendedh

Protect yourself in place

If you leave

Use wet towels or sheets and duct tape to seal all openings or cracks through which smoke can enter — under doors, through vents and via mail slots.

Act fast. Be safe and deliberate, but don’t waste time. One of the factors that contributed to the staggering number of deaths in the World Trade Center on 9/11 was people delaying action. Those who got out alive waited just six minutes on average before moving to the stairs.

Call 911 and tell the dispatcher where you are. Hang a bright-colored cloth or piece of clothing in a window or on a balcony to identify your location. Move to the most protected room. Don’t jump. If a building is up to code and properly equipped, staying where you are is much safer than jumping from a window or balcony. Do not break windows. During the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center in New York City, misinformed sources mistakenly advised people on upper floors to break windows to let in fresh air, even though smoke inhalation was not imminent. That caused the smoke to rise more quickly and vertically through the building.

Evacuate if... 1. Your unit or room is on fire, is directly adjacent to the fire or becomes affected by fire. 2. You know for certain the fire is on a floor above yours.

Never use the elevator. First, elevators typically are tied into building alarm and sprinkler systems. When the alarms go off or power fails, the elevators stop working. Second, in a fire, smoke and flames choose the path of least resistance. The negative pressure created in an elevator shaft can cause a chimney-like effect, sucking up toxic smoke into elevator cars. Leave the building using the nearest exit stairwell. Close all doors behind you, but be sure they are unlocked. If you encounter smoke, try an alternate stairwell. If that area is compromised as well, return to your unit. If you must evacuate, crawl low under the smoke. (Heat and toxic gases rise.) Hold a damp towel over your mouth and nose. Do not head to the roof. Helicopter rescues are very dangerous and as a result are rare. Moving to the roof could simply strand you higher than where you started.

40 Average number of people who die in such fires annually

An exception to the stay-in-place rule The massive death toll in the June 14 fire at Grenfell Tower in London, which killed an estimated 87 people, was the result of shoddy building construction, unheeded warnings and officials’ prioritization of profits over safety, an investigation by The New York Times found. The building was wrapped in highly flammable insulation and cladding, a practice forbidden in the United States and much of Europe. Firefighters followed protocol by instructing people to stay in place, unaware that the cladding would ignite a rapid and intense fire that ultimately prevented rescue.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION If you plan to evacuate, don’t forget your key. You may have to turn back if an exit route is blocked or unnavigable, and you don’t want to be locked out.

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Flash-flood season in Southern Nevada is July through September, but floods can happen any time of year. Flash flooding can be very dangerous and can strike without warning. ¶ Nine members of an extended family were killed July 15 in a flash flood at a popular swimming hole in Arizona after a thunderstorm hit 8 miles upstream. Floodwaters 6 feet high and 40 feet wide, moving 45 mph, quickly inundated the narrow canyon, where more than 100 swimmers were enjoying a dip. Thunderstorms had been reported near the canyon, but it wasn’t raining where the swimmers were. ¶ If you are planning an outing, check the weather in and around the area you are visiting. If you are in a vehicle when a major storm hits, it’s usually safest to stay where you are and wait for the storm to pass.

If you get swept away

If you are on foot

If you are in a vehicle

Float on your back so you can push away any large debris moving toward you. Always go over obstacles, never under them.

As soon as you learn of a flash-flood watch, immediately head to higher ground.

Never drive through a flooded road or around barricades. A vehicle caught in swiftly moving water can be swept away in a matter of seconds. Twelve inches of water can float a car or small SUV, and just 18 inches of water can carry away a large vehicle.

Grab or climb onto something as soon as possible. Once you’ve got a grip on a large object, keep your feet pointed downstream. Yell loudly for help and, if possible, wave an arm or object. It can be difficult for rescue crews to spot a person stranded in moving water.

Avoid all moving water, even if it appears shallow. It can be difficult to determine how deep floodwaters are, and water can rise dramatically in a matter of minutes. Just 6 inches of fast-moving floodwater can knock over an adult. Floodwaters also can hide hazards, such as sharp objects, washed-out pieces of road, electrical wires and chemicals. If you have no choice but to walk through water, find a shallow area where the water is still, and use a sturdy stick to check the depth and firmness of the ground as you walk. Mud and other slick surfaces can easily topple you. If you have children with you, carry them and keep them out of the water at all times if possible. Avoid touching or getting close to electrical equipment.

The Clark County Regional Flood Control District’s FloodSpot app, befloodsafe.com, provides notifications of flash flooding and real-time information during floods. Download it for Apple or Android devices.

If you are caught in a flash flood while driving, pull over to the highest location you can find, preferably above street level. Avoid canyons, drainage channels and streambeds. If you are stuck in a stalled car and floodwaters aren’t rising, it’s safest to stay inside the vehicle. If rising water comes at your vehicle suddenly and you have no time to drive away, exit the vehicle as quickly as possible. Unbuckle your seat belt and roll down your windows. If that’s not possible, break a window with a hard object or kick out a side window. If water isn’t allowed to flow freely into the vehicle, you will become trapped. Thousands of pounds of pressure from the water will prevent you from being able to open the door. Allowing water to enter the vehicle equalizes that pressure. Abandon your car and move to higher ground.

Flash flooding is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the United States, accounting for approximately 200 per year. About 65 percent of flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into floodwaters.

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North Korea has boasted of having successfully completed five nuclear tests since 2006 with increasingly explosive yields, and many more missile tests — almost two dozen this year alone. U.S. officials are unsure whether the country has the ability to miniaturize a warhead and launch a strike, but Pentagon officials say it’s prudent to assume North Korea could target our country. Experts say fear of a nuclear attack in America hasn’t been this elevated since the Cold War. ¶ There’s also the possibility that terrorists could obtain access to smaller, less powerful nuclear weapons. ¶ Thoughts of mushroom clouds raining nuclear fallout are frightening, but people can survive atomic warfare. The key is acting quickly and strategically.

Three main factors in protecting yourself from radiation and fallout 1. Distance: The more distance between you and fallout particles, the better. In a home or office building, shelter in an underground area such as a basement or enclosed underground parking garage. In a high-rise, the center of a mid-level floor is preferable, ideally the 10th floor or higher, as long as it is not directly below a flat roof, which would accumulate fallout. If possible, choose locations without windows. The goal is to put as many walls and as much concrete, brick and soil as possible between you and the radioactive material outside. 2. Shielding: Ideal locations are those protected by heavy, dense materials — thick walls, concrete, bricks, earth. Even furniture piled up against walls can offer protection. 3. Time: Fallout radiation loses its intensity fairly quickly and poses the greatest threat to people during the first two weeks. About 80 percent of the fallout occurs during the first 24 hours. Fourteen days out, only 1 percent of the initial radiation level typically remains.

The height from which the device is detonated affects its lethality. A bomb detonated at ground level would carve out a crater in the earth and do less damage than a bomb dropped from the air. However, blasts that occur near the earth’s surface create greater amounts of fallout than blasts from higher altitudes because of the mushroom cloud effect. Flat areas are more susceptible to blast effects, and jet streams or surface winds can carry and spread fallout for hundreds of miles, while precipitation can wash fallout from the atmosphere.

A nuclear explosion is caused by an uncontrolled chain reaction that splits atomic nuclei to produce an intense wave of heat, light, air pressure and radiation. Blasts typically vaporize millions of dirt particles, which are drawn into a mushroom cloud. As the heat from the bomb diminishes, the radioactive materials that have vaporized condense on the particles and fall back to Earth. The phenomenon is called radioactive fallout. A large nuclear blast could create a fireball up to 1 mile in diameter, with temperatures as hot as the surface of the sun and winds greater than the force of a hurricane. However, past nuclear tests by countries such as North Korea have been far smaller, and smaller still than either of the atomic bombs used in Japan during World War II. Nuclear radiation cannot be seen, smelled or otherwise detected by human senses. Radiation can be detected only by radiation-monitoring devices.

If you are sheltering in place Go as far below ground as possible. Shut off ventilation systems and seal all doors and windows. Stay inside until authorities say it is safe to come out. Expect to remain sheltered for at least 24 hours, although bunkering could be required for as long as two weeks to a month, depending on your location relative to the blast.

If you are outside when a blast occurs Take cover behind anything that can protect you. Lie face down on the ground, cover any exposed skin and remain flat until the heat and shock waves have passed. Depending on where the explosion is, it could take 30 seconds or more for the blast wave to hit. Do not look at the flash or fireball; it can blind you. Keep your mouth open to protect your eardrums from bursting, but cover your mouth and nose with a cloth to filter particulates. Evacuate or find shelter. You’ll have about 10 to 15 minutes before a lethal amount of radiation falls from the mushroom cloud. Run perpendicular to the wind to avoid being caught upwind or downwind. If you were exposed to contaminated dust and debris, remove your clothing, blow your nose and wipe down your face, hair and body. If possible, shower, wash your hair and change your clothing. Do not scrub or scratch your skin as that could worsen exposure, and do not use conditioner, which binds radioactive material to hair.

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In spring 2011, British Columbia woman Rita Chretien survived 49 days in Northern Nevada’s Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest after her van skidded off a slippery remote road into a gully. She rationed a small amount of trail mix and hard candy, and melted snow to drink. Her husband, Albert, died of exhaustion and hypothermia less than 6 miles away while trekking to get help. ¶ Survival experts say there’s one vital rule when stranded in a vehicle: Don’t leave.

Be prepared before you go Keep water in your vehicle, and lots of it. At least 1 gallon per person per day is recommended, although more is always better. Share your plans. Tell someone where you are going, the route you plan to take and when you are expected to arrive. Do not change your plans without letting someone know. Always carry paper maps as a backup. GPS devices can’t always be trusted, and cellphones lose their signal in remote locations.

How to survive

In the desert

Always stay with your vehicle. It’s far easier for rescuers to see a car than a person. Also, vehicles provide shelter and resources — a horn to sound for help, oil and gas to start a fire, floor mats for cover. Raise the hood and trunk to signal distress.

If you get stuck in sand, stop the engine immediately to prevent digging the car down to the chassis. Lower tire pressure by 50 percent and dig away the sand accumulated in front of the tires. Use floor mats for traction.

Ration, ration, ration. Don’t drink until you feel sated; always remain a little bit thirsty. That will signal a lack of resources to your body and help it preserve hydration. Stay hungry. The more you eat, the thirstier you will be. Your body can last far longer without food than water.

Don’t sit or lie directly on the ground, which can be far hotter than the air. Improvise a sunshade and try to find a perch elevating your body at least a foot and a half off the ground. Stay outside of your vehicle during the midday heat. Try to find shade, even if it is just the shadow of a shrub. Forage for food or water only in the early morning or evening when it is cooler. To stay hydrated, collect any dew that forms on plants in the early morning before the sun rises. Keep your body and feet covered to avoid burns. Wear sunglasses or improvise a hat using cardboard or other materials to protect your eyes. Don’t lick your lips; it will speed up chaffing and splitting. At night, when the temperature drops, stuff your clothing with insulation from your vehicle’s seats to keep warm.

If your car crashes and you are unable to escape through a door, kick out a side window. (Windshields are far stronger and harder to crack.) Lie on your back, bring your knees to your chest and aim with your heels for a corner of the window, where glass is weakest.

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Recent tragedy Twenty-two people, including many children, were killed May 22 when a suicide bomber detonated a device in the foyer of the Manchester Arena as an Ariana Grande concert was wrapping up. The explosion triggered chaos inside the 21,000-capacity venue as people tried to flee. The majority survived.

how to prepare and respond Be aware of your surroundings. Take note of emergency exits, stairwells, restrooms and evacuation routes. Familiarize yourself with the venue’s layout, and have a plan for where you will go if an emergency erupts. Look for exits that most people might not notice; instinct will lead the crowd to try to exit from where they entered. Sit at the edge of the theater or position yourself in the corner of a stadium. The middle is most dangerous in a mass-panic situation. Go with the flow. Past incidents have shown that cooperation is the norm among crowds during an emergency. Acting individually — running in a different direction from the masses, for example — can decrease effective evacuation for everyone. It also can lead to injury as falls and crushing are more likely. Trust your intuition. If something doesn’t feel right, leave.

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Whether you’re at a concert, in a stadium, at a rally, watching a stage show or enjoying an outdoor festival, the tactics for surviving an emergency involving a large crowd remain the same.

Leave your belongings behind. A purse is replaceable. Your life is not. Keep running. Don’t stop your evacuation outside the doors of the venue, and avoid gathering with a crowd. Be sure you have fled far enough to be out of harm’s way. At the Stade de France in Paris, where suicide bombers attacked during a soccer match in 2015, three explosions occurred: two outside stadium entrances and one at a nearby fast-food restaurant. Be cautious when approaching law enforcement. Depending on the nature of the situation, police may be looking for suspects and will have no way of knowing whether you are a victim or a perpetrator. Have a meetup plan. Determine in advance a meeting spot for your family or friends in case anyone gets separated. Choose a location away from the venue.

If you can’t escape Take cover and hide. Position yourself behind large, solid items or lock yourself in a room. Turn off the lights, silence your cellphone (turn off vibrate as well) and remain still. Lie face-down and make yourself as small as possible. If a confrontation is inevitable, fight back. Use anything available as a weapon. Liquid to the face can be effective as it is startling, even if the liquid is cold. Try to strike the attacker from behind.

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Still on the rails DESPITE FUNDING ISSUES, PROJECTIONS ROSY FOR HIGH-SPEED TRAIN FROM VEGAS TO SO-CAL When XpressWest was chosen in 2015 to build a high-speed rail system between Las Vegas and Southern California, the company said it could start construction as early as fall 2016. ¶ That didn’t materialize, but XpressWest — owned by local developer Tony Marnell — continues to chip away at the vision of a train that would link Las Vegas and Victorville, and eventually run into Los Angeles County. ¶ Announced in 2009 as DesertXpress, Marnell’s outfit changed its name in 2012 to reflect its role as the initial portion of a larger high-speed passenger rail network in the West. The company initially planned to privately fund $1.4 billion of the project and finance the rest of the stretch to Victorville with a $5.5 billion loan from the Federal Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement program. That loan was denied in 2013 and suspended indefinitely for a project that as of 2016 was projected to cost $8 billion. ¶ In 2015, XpressWest entered into a joint-venture agreement with China Railway International, which was to assist in financing, building and possibly operating the rail system. But the agreement was dissolved in June 2016. ¶ Last month, chief operating officer Andrew Mack provided an update (mandated every six months) to the Nevada High-Speed Rail Authority. Here are key topics he covered. BY MICK AKERS | STAFF WRITER

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where the rail would run The initial line from Las Vegas to Victorville would run mostly adjacent to Interstate 15, with a roundtrip ticket costing less than $100. That route is enabled by XpressWest’s 2011 lease agreement with the Bureau of Land Management for the federal land making up most of the project’s 185 miles of railroad right-of-way.

Strength of the Southern California market Published this year by the High Desert Corridor Joint Powers Authority, a ridership and revenue study by Steer Davies Gleave revealed that California residents accounted for 29 percent of the almost 43 million visitors to Las Vegas in 2016. And 90 percent of them drove. “A very significant automobile segment, which we’ve always understood, is who we’re really competing against. It’s not the airplane,” Mack said. Although McCarran International Airport has seen an increase in the number of travelers accommodated each year, the study showed 75 percent of foreign travelers didn’t fly directly into Las Vegas. “They travel into Los Angeles and go on to Las Vegas,” Mack explained.

Scenarios for route expansion Aside from the $8 billion baseline project between Las Vegas and Victorville, the study looked at other scenarios of implementation and timing. After the initial project is completed, the next leg would be to Palmdale, Calif., where riders could then take a Metrolink train to get into other areas of Southern California. The next segment would reach Burbank, marking the “one-seat ride” milestone — a transferless high-speed journey from Burbank to Las Vegas. Lastly, the system would travel into Anaheim, creating connectivity to Central and Northern California. “What this study shows is that the Las Vegas-to-Victorville project, in and of itself, has the ridership and revenue necessary to support the project’s financing, including the capital and operating,” Mack said. The other segments aren’t financially feasible at this point because of the density of the Los Angeles Basin and the increased costs of capital and infrastructure improvements, despite a higher ridership in the area, Mack said.

Growth potential for travel market According to the study, 26 million round-trips from Southern California to Las Vegas were made in 2015, and that’s expected to increase to 47 million by 2050 (the number includes air and road travel). The high-speed rail project could draw about 21 percent of the total travel market by 2024, adding 400,000 travelers who otherwise wouldn’t have made the trip. By 2050, it could draw 27 percent — 1.4 million travelers — and bring in $1.6 billion in revenue. “It’s validation of the market, travel demand and capture-rate for high-speed rail, not only for the Los Angeles-to-Las Vegas corridor, but specifically for the Las Vegas-to-Victorville project,” Mack said. “It gives us a very current investment-grade view on what that potential market size, corresponding revenue and ridership would be.”

funding prospects High-speed rail advocates got a boost in 2009, when then-President Barack Obama included $8 billion for high-speed rail in his economic-stimulus package. But little came out of it, and the climate is uncertain under the Trump administration. “There’s no infrastructure planned or federal direction as we sit today on high-speed rail,” Mack said. “It’s clear that health care and tax reform are priorities, and then infrastructure. We’re kind of third in that race right now.” Encouraging foreign investment in the U.S. is a way to gain funding, Mack said. A phased approach to buy-America requirements — that high-speed rail components be built domestically — is key. “The reality is there’s still no U.S. manufacturer of high-speed trains,” he said. “So there is a conflict at the federal level, because the safety side wants to see proven train sets.” The California High-Speed Rail Authority was granted a waiver from the Buy American Act, and so was Amtrak for its Northeast Corridor project servicing areas including Washington, D.C., New York City and Boston. “We saw that as a positive step because it allowed there to be this phased approach,” Mack said of the ability to use foreign-made materials, though California’s rail authority reversed its plans and withdrew its waiver request after criticism from California congressional members. “Despite the negative outlook, we are continuing discussions with potential partners and investors for how we can solve those problems. But today, we don’t have the answer.”

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After dogs and cats, rabbits are the most popular pet in the United States. And they are the

MOST FREQUENTLY ABANDONED.

Feral rabbits in the grass outside a health facility are cared for by Bunnies Matter Las Vegas.

With the abandoned pet rabbit population exploding, rescue group stresses education BY CAMALOT TODD STAFF WRITER

The late July sun sets, and hundreds of feral rabbits flood the pastures outside a state-run mental health facility near Summerlin, readily devouring carrots, parsley and greens that have been strewn about. They are not wild. These bunnies once filled up pet stores during the Easter frenzy, and then crowded animal shelters or public spaces like this a few months later. And their survival depends on human compassion. Americans abandon rabbits more than any other domesticated animal, and the problem compounds because the bunnies reproduce rapidly. It takes just 30 days for a mother to give birth to as many as 14 babies, and she can

become pregnant again almost immediately. According to the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals-Angell Animal Medical Center, one female can produce 800 babies, grandbabies and great-grandbabies in a year. It’s an equation for chaos, leading to bunnyon-bunny violence, degradation of utility pipes, road kill, animal cruelty, coyote infestations and more. Standing under the pines at this popular dump site for unwanted rabbits that falls within the city of Las Vegas, Stacey Taylor from Bunnies Matter Las Vegas estimates there are 800 to 1,200 here. “I don’t believe people are dropping their bunnies off with intent to harm them. I think they get flustered and say, ‘At least they’re free, and people are feeding them.’ ” Las Vegas’ feral bunny problem is at least 5 years old, Taylor says. It garnered so much attention in 2015 that the state awarded V Animal Sanctuary a $17,000 contract to address it. Handlers captured more than 200 rabbits, but the population rebounded in six months. Taylor knows of at least two other large dump sites in

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parks (one in the city of Las Vegas and the other in unincorporated Clark County) and many smaller neighborhood enclaves. She said that Bunnies Matter has reached out to the police, the mayor, the Las Vegas City Council and Clark County Animal Control. “I checked with our Animal Control folks, and they aren’t aware of any areas in the county where this is an

Pet rabbits can live 10 years or more with proper care, whereas wild rabbits only live to be 1 or 2, mostly due to environmental conditions.

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BEFORE YOU GET A RABBIT, GET INFORMED ■ BEHAVIOR: Rabbits are crepuscular, meaning they’re most active at dawn and dusk and relax during the day. They are social and smart, but prey animals have nervous tendencies, so it will take time to bond. Once you build trust, they can be extremely affectionate.

HOW YOU CAN HELP ■ VOLUNTEER: There’s a need for people to feed, water and check on animals at various dump sites. Sign up at bunniesmatter.org/volunteers. ■ DONATE: Give directly to the vet at Southern Hills Hospital or to Bunnies Matter to help cover medical expenses (spaying, neutering, treating infections or broken bones), or donate exercise pens, cages, litter boxes, paper litter, bunny pellets, fresh veggies or Timothy hay. ■ FOSTER/ADOPT: Experienced rabbit owners are encouraged to house rescues until they find homes. Bunnies Matter will help educate new owners. ■ SHARE: “Even if they can’t volunteer or donate or foster, if all they do is share a Facebook post, that’s great because you never know who’s going to see that post,” Taylor said.

ongoing issue,” Clark County Senior Public Information Officer Stacey Welling said. A city spokesman said that because no residents have filed complaints in the past three years, the issue isn’t formally recognized. Through its Las Vegas office, a representative of the Nevada Department of Wildlife said that although responsibility for these animals falls to local Animal Control, he wished pet owners wouldn’t abandon them.

Volunteers can make only small dents in the situation. While they help as many bunnies as they can, the scarcity of resources can lead to territorial behavior and injuries. Vet bills are piling up, and the population is not decreasing despite adoption efforts. Taylor adds that there is not enough awareness of the problem or experienced rabbit owners to foster rescues. The most effective option available to Bunnies Matter — “trap, neuter, return,” in which bunnies are sterilized and then brought back to the wild — is illegal, because it’s considered abandonment. So the organization focuses on keeping the animals healthy until a more permanent solution is found. An administrator at the mental health facility is helping Bunnies Matter craft proposals for the state, one asking for a donated building where adoptions could be facilitated and vets could provide onsite neutering and spaying. Taylor’s partner in the rescue operation, Dave Schweiger, said those services average about $200 per animal. He says many people think rabbits are “starter” pets, but if they knew the work that goes into taking care of these $25 balls of fur, they might be deterred. Both Schwieger and Taylor say space in their homes to foster feral bunnies is tapped out. “I can’t give up,” Taylor says. “Something good is going to happen. It has to. We’ve come a long way, but we’ve got a long way to go.”

■ DIET: Contrary to what Bugs Bunny would have you believe, carrots are not the dietary staple. About 80 percent of a bunny’s diet should be hay, followed by leafy greens such as kale. Carrots, bananas and apples work great as treats. Like most house pets, rabbits beg for food, but human food can be fatal to their sensitive digestive systems. ■ HEALTH: Rabbits need annual wellness checkups. They should be microchipped in case they are lost, and spayed or neutered to curb the feral bunny population. In addition, unspayed female rabbits have a 90 percent chance of developing ovarian cancer, and unneutered males are more aggressive and will spray urine to mark their territory. ■ HABITAT: Unlike wild rabbits, pet rabbits need a regulated environment to protect them from heat exhaustion and hypothermia. Like cats, they can be litter-trained. They gravitate toward one corner of a room, so observe and place a plastic box accordingly, lining it with bunny-safe litter (ideally made from recycled paper). If your rabbit is left free to roam, place litter boxes in several places. Even if he or she doesn’t make it to the bathroom every time, the excrement is in pellet form and is easy to vacuum. ■ BUNNY-PROOFING: If you don’t give them something to chew on, they’ll find something — usually cords, baseboards or furniture. Protect the rabbit, and your property, with cord protectors. And buy or make toys: cardboard box castles and wooden puzzles keep them busy physically and mentally.

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Tending the Garden Nevada’s first black master grower is keen to drive the local marijuana scene BY CHRIS KUDIALIS |

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Before moving to Las Vegas, marijuana cultivator Aaron McCrary seemed to be living the dream in his home state of Washington. After studying business at the University of Washington, McCrary found his niche working in the state’s marijuana industry — first on the underground market and then in an official capacity when the plant became legal there for medical use in 1998. ¶ “I’m familiar with every role, from the bottom to the top, with cannabis. From the MCCRARY street corner now to the boardroom,” McCrary said. “It gives me a unique perspective, because I understand it on a micro level and now I’m addressing it on a macro level.” ¶ As co-owner and operator of Zion Gardens cultivation facility in North Las Vegas, McCrary is breaking ground as Nevada’s first black master grower. ¶ He uses about a quarter of his 6,000-squarefoot warehouse for growing, but plans to quadruple that setup and expand to another building by January. “Everyone wants to be the biggest and the best, but our idea is to grow conservatively with the marketplace,” he said. ¶ McCrary discussed his role in the emerging industry, from encouraging minority leadership to dispelling the plant’s negative stigma.

There are going to be a lot of people within this community that buy product in this industry. This is a very, very significant part of the community here, and it’s important to us to not only be a great civic partner to North Las Vegas, but to represent minority cannabis cultivators at the highest level. Aaron McCrary inspects one of his various strains of marijuana under a digital microscope.

— AARON MCCRARY, MASTER GROWER AND OWNER

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What does it mean to you to be the first black lead grower in Nevada? It’s a unique accomplishment. As growers, we have a responsibility to be solid operators, and nobody more so than myself. What brought you here? I feel like I was blessed with a gift to convey information and to be a leader. And I think I was wasting my gift in Washington as a profiteer — putting profit over product. Coming here to this emerging market gave me an opportunity to re-create myself and move from a commercial marketplace to actively take a role in the development of not only the way my social group and ethnic group is perceived in the market, but in general for the industry. Why do you think there are so few black

growers and other minorities involved in the local industry? The discrimination isn’t as significant as you might think for a lot of the people within the commercial cannabis community. The hurdles for minorities are all of the impediments to get there. ... Discrimination doesn’t just come from the top down, from the profiteer down, from the Caucasian ethnic group toward the minority ethnic group. A lot of the discrimination or barriers to entry came from my own ethnic racial group. “Well, you’re not climbing out of the abyss with us; why are you special?” And this mindset of, “If you’re going to go here, I want to extract my pound of flesh on your way there.” What do you think makes it especially difficult for minorities to enter the industry? The background-check restrictions that only

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McCrary is dedicated to hiring people who are “traditionally excluded.”

exempt certain crimes, and the fact that you need to show $250,000 in capital to apply for a license. That prices a lot of people out. How do you plan to blaze the trail for others? First of all, to make the most of my gift. As someone that has traditionally faced barriers to entry, if I have a misstep then my misstep is magnified, because I am an isolated case. I am pursuing talented employees who are traditionally excluded, regardless of what that exclusion is: woman, Hispanic, if you’re disabled in some way. It doesn’t matter who it is, I just want to provide opportunities to other people like myself, who otherwise wouldn’t have had it, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, whatever. But it’s not a discriminatory measure. It doesn’t mean that if I ran across a fabulously talented Caucasian gentleman that I wouldn’t

bring him on. If you fit in the corporate culture and our personalities match, let’s give it a shot. What do you mean when you call Zion Gardens an “artisan” cultivation facility? My approach is that the development and cultivation of cannabis is a spiritual process and that the plant ultimately sacrifices its life for me, the grower, or for the end consumer. In its end phase of life, it produces everything and pushes all of its essence out for me to then cut it, dry it and consume it. When the end consumer consumes it, it completes that spiritual process. I feel like what we do is unique. We didn’t purchase the technology for our facility; we built it and designed it. The entire building is built on a design of a prototype I created. We also hand-water our plants for now. And soon, phase two is coming, where we’ll expand the building.

You mentioned you’re passionate about the location. Why? There are going to be a lot of people within this community who buy product in this industry. This is a very, very significant part of the community here, and it’s important to us to not only be a great civic partner to North Las Vegas, but to represent minority cannabis cultivators at the highest level. We have the opportunity with this community to dispel a lot of notions. If we put a cultivation facility here, and there’s a lot of violence associated with it, nobody is going to want to do business here. But if the community embraces us and protects us and acts in symbiosis with us like we have with them, not only will more cultivators come to the land that is available in North Las Vegas, but also the taxes that we pay will go to educational programs that benefit this area.

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WHY BABY BOOMERS NEED TO GET TESTED FOR HEP. C The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone born between 1945 and 1965, often called the baby boomer generation, be screened for hepatitis C. While hepatitis C is a common disease, many people with the condition don’t know they have it because it is typically asymptomatic. However, when left untreated, it can cause long-term liver damage, organ failure and cancer. The CDC estimates that 75 percent of people who have hepatitis C are baby boomers. “Anyone can get hepatitis C and there are many risk factors, but it’s important that baby boomers get screened, especially if they’ve never been tested before,” said Hossein Akhondi, MD, internal medicine specialist at MountainView Hospital. While it’s not definitively known why baby boomers are more likely to have hepatitis C, there are multiple theories and possible explanations.

WHAT IS HEPATITIS C? Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by a viral infection. The infection can be acute, lasting only a short period of time, or chronic, lasting the patient’s lifetime. “In some instances, patients may become infected and see the virus clear up within a few months, but about 75 to 85 percent of patients will develop chronic hepatitis C,” Akhondi said. The CDC reports that chronic hepatitis C is the leading cause of liver cancer and liver transplants in the United States. The hepatitis C virus is transmitted when bodily fluids, primarily blood, of an infected person enter the bloodstream of someone else. Today, the most common transmission method is through sharing needles, but it also can be spread through needlestick injuries, sexual contact and sharing personal care products (such as razors and toothbrushes). For some time, it was commonly spread through blood transfusions and organ transplants, but screening protocols implemented in 1992 have largely prevented this transmission method since.

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WHY BABY BOOMERS ARE AT A HIGH RISK It’s likely that most baby boomers who have hepatitis C contracted the disease in the 1960s through the 1980s, when transmission rates were the highest. During this period, before universal infection-control procedures were adopted, many people were infected in medical settings. Infections also may have occurred because of risky lifestyle behaviors — such as intravenous drug use/needle-sharing and unprotected sex — prior to public education about blood-borne illnesses. Baby boomers aren’t the only ones at risk, though. It’s recommended that people with the following risk factors be screened for the infection as well: ■ People who inject drugs, or have ever injected drugs (even if only once) ■ People who received clotting factor concentrates produced before 1987 ■ People who were ever on long-term hemodialysis

GETTING SCREENED The screening process for hepatitis C is a simple blood test. If you think you need to be screened, call your doctor for more information and to discuss your risk factors. The sooner you’re able to identify the disease, the less likely you’ll experience long-term damage from it.

■ People with HIV ■ People who received a blood transfusion or organ transplant before July 1992 ■ People who have recognized exposure, such as being born to a mother with the infection or health care workers after a needlestick injury

HEPATITIS C PROGRESSION Chronic hepatitis C does not always progress to long-term liver damage. Some patients live comfortably their entire lives with hepatitis C and never experience symptoms or liver disease. However, when patients do develop liver disease, it can be serious and difficult to treat. “We don’t know why the disease progresses for some patients and not others, but because of this, it’s important to identify the disease early. Once you know you have chronic hepatitis C, you can have your liver enzymes checked regularly to monitor for progression,” Akhondi said.

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HEP. C VS. OTHER TYPES Hepatitis is a term that describes inflammation of the liver, which can be caused by drug/alcohol abuse, exposure to toxins and bacterial/viral infections. A group of viruses can cause hepatitis — the most common types are hepatitis A, hepatitis B and hepatitis C. There is a vaccine for types A and B, but not yet for type C.

Historically, hepatitis C has been difficult to treat, but this is no longer the case. “Over the past two or three years, there has been a revolution in hepatitis C treatment,” Akhondi said. “There is now an oral regimen that has a 100 percent cure rate.” Though this treatment is expensive, it signals new hope for people who are living with chronic hepatitis C.

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Chubbs

The local internet star on going viral and paying it forward By April Corbin Staff Writer

Perched atop a pool floaty, surrounded by hundreds of rubber duckies with names scrawled on their undersides, Chubbs the Wampug waits for her cue. When it arrives — in the form of a plastic bag full of cookies — the rotund pug throws her head up and settles her weight on her front legs, punctuated by a signature grunt. It’s just what owner Kristen Andrews and her helpers for the day’s Facebook Live video shoot were hoping for. “Oh, she knows when that camera comes out, it’s time to get paid,” Andrews says later. “She gets paid well, in snackies.” Chubbs is a celebrity of sorts. Pictures and videos of the 14-year-old dog wearing costumes, eating strawberries and just lounging about looking adorable garner tens of thousands of likes every time they’re posted on social media. More than 108,000 people follow her on Facebook, and an additional 57,600 do on Instagram. Reaching those numbers, and sometimes far beyond, has turned dozens of animals into viral sensations and enduring social media influencers. Other famous pugs include Doug the Pug (5.9 million Facebook followers), Minnie & Max (1.4 million) and the Bumblesnot (46,841). In New York City, a talent agency specializes in social-media celebrity animals. Doug the Pug’s self-described “momager” has gotten him a book deal, appearances in music videos and stints on the red carpet, including holding his own meet-and-greet booth next to recording artists at the American Coun-

The hundreds of rubber duckies? Those were part of a raffle that raised more than $10,000 for the Wyoming Pug Rescue. The name on the winning duck won a trip to Las Vegas to meet Chubbs, and people from as far as Australia donated.

Kristen Andrews’ dog, Chubbs the Wampug, gained internet celebrity after the veterinarian posted a video of her in costume running through the house. (Wade Vandervort/ special to the sunday)

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Andrews says there’s no formula for what goes bananas on the internet, but she offered some pointers:

“Go with the personality your pet has — just roll with that.”

Rather than invent a persona for your animal friend, let whatever he or she is shine. Inventing a voice, however, can be hilarious. Andrews has a Chubbs voice that appears in videos, and it’s part of the schtick. “If Chubbs were a person, she would be this diva of divas.”

Production is overrated.

It’s often the random, spontaneous clips that go viral. For example, the video that made Chubbs famous was just her running around the house in a costume. When Andrews and her husband created a frame-for-frame tribute to a famous “Star Wars” scene with Chubbs in the same costume, it got about 20 percent of the viewership. “Don’t invest a lot. Time is one thing. Money? Most of this stuff has been done on an iPhone.”

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Keep it short.

Every now and then, a long video strikes the right chord, but viewers generally love the unedited short-and-sweeters.

Keep it relevant.

Maybe it’s enough for your animal to be cute, but adding references to pop culture or current events hooks viewers.

try Music Awards in Las Vegas. Andrews has never had aspirations of that level of fame for her pup. “You can’t plan this kind of thing,” she says. “You can’t take it too seriously.” Chubbs does have an online store where fans can purchase memorabilia, but Andrews says it has never brought in more money than it takes to create her arsenal of elaborate costumes. One — the villain Kylo Ren from “Star Wars” — involved 3-D printing a tiny light saber and pug-sized face mask. Another “Star Wars” costume — the perfect likeness of a horned bantha — took a year to create from concept to execution. It was “Star Wars” that launched Chubbs to stardom. Andrews, a veterinarian who owns a hospital in Kingman, Ariz., and spends weekends in Las Vegas, had been posting photos of Chubbs on the business’ Facebook page to promote specials or spread holiday cheer. In 2013, she turned Chubbs into a wampa, the snow beast hoping to eat Luke Skywalker

Keep it simple.

Andrews has serious costuming skills, but she pointed out the success of that cat with a lime on its head. She also mentioned that a video of Chubbs pooping in her bath got almost 300,000 Instagram views in five days. “People always ask what tricks she knows. Uh, she can make snackies disappear?”

Be ready to take lots of pics.

Photo gold of Chubbs is sometimes captured on the first snap, and sometimes after the 20th. “People think that she’s happy all the time, but you should see all the outtakes to get that perfect one. I’m looking for something specific or just getting her in focus or looking at the camera.”

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“A lot of virality is just being in the right place at the right time.” Do this for love and fun, not fame and money.

“My dog cracks me up every day. It’s just your dog being your dog, and it’s just funny to you. It has given me so much. ... It is a life story of her.”

USING INFLUENCE FOR GOOD

Chubbs in the Wampug costume that brought her internet fame. (courtesy)

in “The Empire Strikes Back.” A short video of her waddling through the house in costume went viral, getting shared across the internet through news organizations and social media. A Swedish phone company even used the photo in an ad. And that 36-second video now has more than 1.6 million views.

Chubbs leverages her online engagement to raise money for nonprofit organizations and people in need. The dog once brought in thousands of dollars for a pug lover diagnosed with leukemia. “My life is helping animals,” says Andrews, who sees Chubbs as a poster dog for senior pets, who often get passed up for adoption. “All this has been a natural extension of that.” Andrews sometimes opens up about the health issues associated with caring for an elderly pug, including the fact that Chubbs is incontinent and has to wear diapers. Once she let the dog’s followers see that, people across the world reached out for insights on helping their pets with age-related challenges.

Andrews saw opportunity — to bond more with her dog through the process of taking silly photos, to make people happy by sharing those shots, and to spread a little knowledge about caring for an elderly dog. “I just love my dog,” Andrews says, “and I love sharing her.”

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slot machines: the rich history of a casino favorite The energy on a casino floor is something Las Vegans know well: anxious players, flashing lights, ringing bells, bemused dealers and the communal celebration when a jackpot is hit. It’s palpable, visceral and electrifying. Annually, it draws millions of tourists and locals alike, pumps billions of dollars in revenue into state coffers and anoints us all with a certain badge of honor. Yes, this city is among the greatest amusement parks many adults have ever seen. One of the biggest contributors to this energy, and a hallmark of the Las Vegas experience, is the omnipresence of slot machines. They welcome you at the airport, greet you at the supermarket and flood the casinos with joyful, colorful stimuli. They signify that you’re here — and that it’s time to play. Like so many other gaming traditions, slot machines have a rich history and a complex evolution that have brought us to the machines we know and love today. the very first slot machines One of the first was conceived in Brooklyn in the late 1800s as a five-reel machine based on poker, with 50 playing cards featured. For a nickel, players would be given one spin wherein they’d pull the lever and hope for a good hand to populate across the reels. The game was immediately and immensely popular but because there were so many possible winning combinations, manufacturers struggled to find an effective automated payout method. The bars that kept the machines often would “pay out” with nonmonetary prizes, such as free drinks or food. Meanwhile, across the country in San Francisco, Charles Fey invented a simpler machine that more closely resembles the modern slot machine. The Liberty Bell machine featured three reels with five symbols: the Liberty Bell, horseshoes, diamonds, spades and hearts. This made an automated payout method possible, and the machines began their progression toward mass manufacturing. The automated payout also allowed the machine, and subsequent other “bell” machines, to be used by a wider variety of establishments, including barbershops and bowling alleys.

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Electronic machines and video slots The first electromechanical slot machine was created in 1963 by Bally and the first video slot machine was produced soon after, in 1976, by Fortune Coin Co., based in Las Vegas. Debuting at the Las Vegas Hilton, video slots soon found their place among the Strip properties alongside mechanical and electromechanical machines. IGT purchased Fortune Coin Co. and its video slot machine two years later. With the advent of electromechanical and video slots, the machines quickly evolved from the basic “one-armed bandits” to a more sophisticated and interactive play structure. These technological advances allowed for a wider variety of machines, larger jackpots, enticing themes and significant bonuses and bonus play options. When online gambling hit the scene in the early 2000s, many slot manufacturers began producing machines to mimic the interface — and capabilities — of their online counterparts as well.

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Today’s slot machine Video graphics, LED lights, complex play structures and branded themes aren’t the only changes the industry has observed. In fact, as slot machine technology has advanced with the times, so has the audience. Highly popular since their creation, the mass appeal of slot machines continues to build and the Center for Gaming Research at UNLV reports that between 1984 to 2016, slot revenues in Nevada grew at double the rate of table games. It’s likely that this trend will continue as payouts, bonuses and jackpots get higher with each play.

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Sriracha+peanut butter bacon burger Recipe provided by Barley’s

“One day I was eating a cheeseburger, and squeezing sriracha on each bite. When I went to work the next day, I started playing around with ingredients. From that, the sriracha peanut butter bacon burger was born,” said Jacob Sanders, executive chef of Station Casinos’ Wildfire Gaming Division. “Right before I tried it for the first time, I was optimistic but wasn’t sure how it would be. I loved it.” ¶ His creation — found at Barley’s — will leave you happy to skip dessert, and all of the fixings can be prepared in one pan.

ingredients

1 hamburger bun

1 /4 white onion, sliced

/4 cup butter, melted

1 egg

1 slice cheddar cheese

olive oil

1 oz peanut butter

2 oz sriracha sauce

directions

1. Lay bacon in cold frying pan. Turn heat to medium, and when the sides of the strips begin to crisp and curl, flip it. Continue this process until bacon is cooked to desired crispiness. Set aside. When pan has cooled sufficiently, pour out grease and wipe surface with a paper towel.

2 strips bacon

1 /3 pound beef patty, seasoned with salt and pepper

2. Reheat pan to medium. Brush both sides of the bun with butter and place butter-side down on the hot surface. Cook for about 20 seconds until golden brown and crispy. Set aside. 3. Using the same pan heated to medium, coat the bottom with olive oil and add onion. Sauté until onions become tender and caramelize. Set aside. 4. Refresh the oil and add egg, cooking to desired doneness. Set aside. 5. In the same pan or on the grill, cook the burger on medium-high heat. Just before it reaches desired doneness, place cheese on top to melt. 6. In a small bowl, mix sriracha and peanut butter. Smear on the buttery side of the top bun. 7. Place the burger on bottom bun and layer on egg, onions and bacon, then top with other bun.

Cooking the burger

3 minutes per side should result in medium, or uniform pinkness inside with a dark brown crust outside.

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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.

Brutus (A966940)

Bullseye (A965669)

Brianna

Raider

Age: 4-year-old male Breed: Bully mix Description: Brutusâ€™ trust and affection have to be earned, but he is ready to love again. He walks well on a leash, but stops often to smell the roses. He relishes relaxation in the kiddie pool. Adoption fee: $50

Age: 2-year-old male Breed: Bully mix Description: Bullseye is a little nervous when approached, especially from the side where he is missing an eye. He is playful with those willing to give him his space and time to trust them. Adoption fee: $50

Age: 2-year-old spayed female Breed: Mediumhair smoke tabby Description: Brianna relishes lifeâ€™s simple pleasures, such as relaxing time in your lap and being brushed gently. She builds strong relationships with people and cats. Adoption fee: $40

Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: German shepherd and Siberian husky Description: Raider overflows with joy when you smile at him. He loves playing ball and bonds well with other dogs. Adoption fee: $75

Cookie (A967034)

Adan (A970874)

Jack Be Nimble

Jasmine

Age: 3-year-old spayed female Breed: Bully mix Description: Cookie loves people. She is as energetic as a puppy and would do well in an active home. Adoption fee: $50

Age: 5-year-old male Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Talkative and affectionate, Adan will sweetly demand attention and some play time. Active and alert, he just wants to be where you are. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 9-month-old neutered male Breed: Miniature pinscher Description: Jack Be Nimble needs a hero. He craves attention. Because of a birth defect, he is frequently incontinent. Adoption fee: $40

Age: 1-year-old spayed female Breed: Lionhead mix bunny Description: Jasmine, found starving after abandonment in a park, is relieved to be safe and indoors. She gleefully grabs her daily afternoon salad bowls and savors every bite. Adoption fee: $25

Lucky (A967764)

Peddles (A967268)

Steve, Nick and Tony

Clarence

Age: 11-year-old spayed female Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Lucky is shy at first and needs time to warm up. She can be quite talkative once she gets to know you. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Peddles loves attention. He likes to give head-butts and can be playfully mouthy. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 1-year-old males Breed: Rats Description: Steve, Nick and Tony enjoy being around people. They are clever and friendly, and like to find hidden treats and toys in their habitats. Adoption fee: $5 each

Age: 3-month-old neutered male Breed: Lilac point Siamese Description: Clarence needs more socialization. He would love a big sister or brother cat for guidance and confidence. Adoption fee: $75

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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Nikola Dobrijevic, 11, returns a ball during practice at the No Quit Tennis Academy at Lorenzi Park. (PHOTOS BY STEVE MARCUS/STAFF)

IT REALLY HELPS YOU WITH DAILY SITUATIONS. I HAVE A LOT OF CONFIDENCE, I FIGHT AND NEVER GIVE UP. I LOVE COMPETING.” — NIKOLA DOBRIJEVIC

TENNIS DYNAMOS ACCOMPLISHED LOCAL YOUTH PLAYERS MADE GREAT GAINS AT CAMP FOR ELITE TALENT

BY MIKE GRIMALA STAFF WRITER

Las Vegas has a strong tennis tradition, so when the United States Tennis Association decided to hold the first National Junior Tennis and Learning camp in June at its Orlando headquarters, it was no surprise that two local youths were invited. The camp was looking for the nation’s best and brightest — the NJTL is a nonprofit organization that aims to teach character and leadership through tennis — and 11-year-olds Rocco Mendez and Nikola Dobri-

jevic fit the description perfectly. Mendez and Dobrijevic train at the No Quit Academy in Las Vegas, and while both are accomplished youth players, it was their intangible qualities that earned them two of the 24 available spots at the Orlando camp. “(Nikola) and Rocco were two kids who deserved the opportunity to go,” said James Johnson, who coaches both boys at No Quit. “Based on their records and their character, they deserved it and they got a lot out of it.” Mendez and Dobrijevic, who are close friends away

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Rocco Mendez, 11, returns a ball through his legs during practice July 25.

IT’S REALLY FUN AND CREATIVE. I LIKE THE CREATIVITY OF THE STROKES AND HOW YOU HIT IT — SLICES, VOLLEYS, TWEENERS. IT’S INTERESTING.” — ROCCO MENDEZ

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from tennis, traveled to Orlando and got a chance to work with elite USTA coaches at the four-day camp. In addition to technical instruction, the boys also gained a wider perspective on the sport. “It was an awesome experience,” Mendez said. “Everything about it. The facility was huge. There was almost a hundred tennis courts, which was very impressive. All the coaches were so nice, and that was a big help. They told us about college and professionalism. I listened as much as I could.” Though both boys are experienced travelers on the youth circuit, they said the trip to Orlando to

work directly with the USTA staff was invaluable. “The whole camp was really great,” Dobrijevic said. “We were learning about sliding and how to play better on clay. They did a lesson on teaching us how to slide with our nondominant foot and leg. Before I did the sliding drill, I already knew how to slide pretty well because I’m used to doing it on clay, but it helped me with my nondominant foot.” Mendez, a five-star prospect according to tennisrecruiting.net, cites Rafael Nadal as his favorite player and says the creativity tennis offers initially drew him to the sport.

“I’ve been playing for about eight years now,” he said. “It’s really fun and creative. I like the creativity of the strokes and how you hit it — slices, volleys, tweeners. It’s interesting.” Dobrijevic is rated as the state’s top prospect in his class by tennisrecruiting.net and takes up the flag for Roger Federer. He said he couldn’t imagine his life without tennis. “I’ve been playing since I was 3 or 4,” he said. “It’s a lot of fun and it really helps you with daily situations. I have a lot of confidence, I fight and never give up. I love competing.”

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EL CORTEZ

Free Play Inferno Drawing Date: Thursdays in August Time: 7 p.m.

Information: Earn one entry for every 100 base slot points. Earn 3x entries on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Win up to $1,100 in play. Double Diamond drawing Date: Saturdays in August Time: 8 p.m. Information: Earn one entry for every 100 base slot points. Earn 3x entries on Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays. Win up to $1,000.

SILVERTON

Cruise to the Coast Point Challenge Date: August Information: The top five Silverton Rewards point earners for each month of July and August will win a cruise for two to the Mexican Riviera in October.

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Win a cruise Date: Aug. 27 Time: 7 p.m. Information: Earn one drawing entry for every $40 buy-in in the Santa Fe Bingo Room.

TUSCANY

Point multiplier Date: Mondays and Fridays in August Information: Receive 12x points on reels and 6x points on video poker. Gift Day Sundays Date: Sundays in August Information: Earn 300 same-day base points to receive a gift. On Aug. 6, the gift is a toaster. On Aug. 13, it’s a hand mixer. Slot hot seats Date: Saturdays in August Time: 4-9 p.m. Information: Five players selected every hour. Win up to $500.

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Prime Time Mondays Date: Mondays Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: Slot tournament, discounts and more for loyalty-card members 50 and older. Top prize in tournament is $1,000.

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Whiskey giveaway Date: Thursdays in August Information: Earn 500 base points to receive a bottle of whiskey. Brands include Jack Daniels, Red Label, Jim Beam and Jameson. Zappos Gift Card giveaway Date: Sundays and Mondays through Sept. 25 Information: Earn 500 base points to receive a $10 Zappos gift card. 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. Sunday Funday Date: Sundays through Aug. 27 Information: Receive point multipliers and discounts. Earn 500 points to receive a gift.

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2017 Collector’s Edition Hard Rock Hoodie Date: Saturdays-Tuesdays through Aug. 29 Information: Earn 1,000 base slot points or $100 table theoretical to receive a hoodie. Point multipliers Date: Thursdays in 2017 Information: Earn 5x points on video poker and 20x points on reels. 45+ Classic Rockers and bonus points Date: Wednesdays in 2017 Information: For players 45 and older. Earn 5x points on video poker and 15x points on reels. Earn 100 base points for chance to win 5,000 points. Receive point bonuses.

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Military Mondays Date: Ongoing Information: Veterans and active military members receive discounts. *Valid at Station properties MyGeneration Wednesdays Date: Ongoing Information: For loyalty-card holders 50 and older. Includes discounts and

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MyGeneration Mondays Date: Ongoing Information: For loyalty-card holders 50 and older. Includes discounts and gaming promotions. *Valid at the Wildfire Rancho, Wildfire Sunset, Wildfire Casino & Lanes, Wildfire Boulder, The Greens and Barley’s.

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Nifty 50 slot tournament Date: Wednesdays Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: Tournament with chance to win up to $1,000.

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

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50+ Play Days Date: Mondays and Tuesdays in August Information: On Mondays, players 50 and older can get discounted movie matinee tickets. On Tuesdays, play Aliante’s 50+ kiosk game. $100,000 Swipe Match Win kiosk game Date: Fridays-Sundays in August Information: Win slot play, dining credits and more at kiosk game. Earn 10 base points on Fridays or Sundays to participate in cash drawings on Saturdays at 7 p.m., where players can win up to $3,500. Point multiplier Date: Wednesdays in August Information: Earn 10x points on reels and 5x points on video poker. Gift giveaway Date: Sundays in August Time: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: Earn 300 points to participate. Selections include a patriotic tote bag, one-gallon beverage dispenser, mason jar glass set, logo tank top and logo shorts. Hot Seat table games Date: Fridays and Saturdays in August Time: 7:30-10:30 p.m. Information: Twelve players will be chosen each night to win a share of $5,000 in play.

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Date: Through Aug. 26 Information: Earn five same-day base points for the first swipe and 150 same-day base points for a second and third swipe. Instant prizes include drawing entries, bonus points, slot play and food credits. *Valid at both locations. Awesome August cash giveaway Date: Saturdays in August Time: 7 p.m. Information: Win up to $2,000. *Valid at both locations. Sizzling Hot Seat Drawings Date: Fridays and Saturdays in August Time: 3, 5, 7 and 9 p.m. Information: Win up to $200 in chips. Players at the winning “Sizzling Table” will also receive a $25 gaming chip. *Valid at both locations. Mystery prize Date: Thursdays in August Information: Earn 300 slot points or 36 table game points to earn up to $500. *Valid at Craig Road location.

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Double Your Royal Date: Sundays-Thursdays in August Information: Hit a royal flush on select video poker machines for a chance to win up to $4,000 in slot play. Lucky Tuesday Table Drawings Date: Tuesdays in August Time: Hourly, 7-10 p.m. Information: Win $500 in chips. Sizzling Hot Thursday Slot Tournaments Date: Thursdays in August Time: 2-8 p.m. Information: Earn 100 points for the first entry; earn a second entry for 150 points. Gift giveaway Date: Fridays in August Time: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: Earn 300 points for a gift. Selections include a backpack, cooler bag, briefcase and a football jersey.

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Point multipliers Date: Sundays in August Information: Earn 15x points on Buffalo machines, 10x points on reels and 5x points on multigame, keno and video poker.

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Lucky Monday Table Drawings Date: Mondays in August Time: Hourly, 7-10 p.m. Information: Win $500 in chips.

Swipe and Win Date: Tuesdays in August Time: 6 a.m.-midnight Information: Earn 10 points to play kiosk game.

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Our president is trampling on our nation’s values

or decades, conservatives have been decrying the erosion of traditional American values as exemplified by groups like the Boy Scouts, law enforcement and the military. So you have to wonder how any of them, and especially GOP congressional leaders, continue to stand by President Donald Trump, given that his behavior over the past couple of weeks has drawn blowback from all three of those groups, and more. Is it a traditional American value to encourage police brutality, for instance? Or to trample about half of the tenets of Scout Law while addressing tens of thousands of impressionable young people? Or to unilaterally issue a ban on military service to prevent the admission of a certain group of Americans, thousands of whom already are serving? Trump did all that and then some, dragging the presidency to a new depth of indignity while lying that

Scout Law A Scout is Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent.

Boy Scout officials later told him his speech was the best the group had ever heard and claiming he was “joking” when he encouraged a group of New York police officers to be rougher when arresting suspects. There’s nothing amusing about any of this. The delight that Trump takes in appealing to Americans’ base instincts and fanning flames of intolerance and division is repulsive. He’s defiling the nation’s values before our eyes. Yet while Trump has faced occasional bursts of criticism from GOP members of Congress, top Republicans like Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Paul Ryan have rarely rebuked him.

While Trump drags the White House and the nation down with such acts as hiring a communications director with such a foul mouth that he lasted less than two weeks on the job — how are you feeling about that one, conservatives? — the Republican establishment has largely looked the other way. Thank heaven other Americans have spines and follow an ethical code, like the police officials who condemned Trump’s remarks about mistreating suspects, the Boy Scout officials who called out Trump’s lie and the transgender soldiers and retired generals who displayed the nation’s finest values by speaking out against the service ban. On the last point, it’s well worth noting that Trump has no military experience but is demeaning people who are brave enough to serve. The reaction to Trump’s outrageous behavior offers hope that eventually, public sentiment against the president will become intense and loud

enough that congressional leaders can no longer ignore it. Certainly, polls suggest things are headed that way. A recent Quinnippiac University poll found that 33 percent of American voters approve of Trump’s performance in office while 61 percent disapprove of it. The approval rating was down 7 points from a poll in late June. Trump’s base will likely blame the media for the president’s bad ratings, or contend the polls are rigged, or acknowledge that the majority of Americans disapprove of Trump but it doesn’t matter because the president’s supporters tend to vote and those who oppose him might not. But except for the alt-right lunatic fringe, the Alex Jones types who are calling for civil war, it’s getting increasingly difficult to figure out who would stay in Trump’s corner. When a president is running afoul of groups like the Boy Scouts, police departments and the Armed Services, something is seriously wrong.

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Train Your Brain ... Change Your Life: Learn about ADD/ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, memory and other challenges related to brain-wave imbalances. 6 p.m., free Las Vegas Neurofeedback Center, 6867A W. Charleston Blvd., 702-8500033, andersonxbox@live.com or lvneurofeedback.com.

Left-handers Lunch: Those 50 and older can enjoy lunch as part of the celebration. Registration required. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $5 with Las Vegas senior citizens program membership, Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, 702-229-6454.

TUESDAY, AUG. 8 “Something Rotten!”: Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of William Shakespeare. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theater involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s first musical. 7:30 p.m., $36 and up, Reynolds Hall at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., 702-749-2000 or thesmithcenter. com. *Also: 7:30 p.m. through Aug. 13; 2 p.m. Aug. 12-13 Real Consumer Estate presentation and expo: A panel of experts will discuss assistance programs, best practices when buying, credit education, low down payment, and building wealth using real estate. RSVP encouraged. 6-9 p.m., free-$10 (admission tickets available at Storage West Self Storage locations in Clark County), Grand Ballroom at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive, 702-639-6964. *Also: Aug. 9 (in Spanish)

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 9 Lunch & Learn: Bring a lunch and listen to a Health and Human Services Department presentation on Medicare. Noon-1 p.m., free, Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 888 W. Bonneville Ave., 702-483-6055 or keepmemoryalive. org/socialservices. Back-to-school haircuts and eye exams: Children 5-18 can get a haircut and eye exam. Donations of nonperishable canned goods for the Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard Food Pantry will be accepted. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., free, Derfelt Senior Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., 702-229-6601.

Summer Evening Ball: Children 3 -10 can dress as their favorite princess, prince or knight and listen to stories, enjoy treats, play games and make crowns. 6-7 p.m., free, Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway, 702-207-4260 or hendersonlibraries.com. Movie on the Green: Come early for live entertainment and activities for kids, then watch the animated movie “Rock Dog.” Sundown, free, Town Square, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702-269-5005 or mytownsquarelasvegas.com/events. Drive + Dive-In Movie Night: Lounge by or in the Hideaway Pool while watching “Clueless.” Must be 21 or older. 8 p.m., free, Topgolf Las Vegas, 4627 Koval Lane, 702-9338458 or topgolf.com/lasvegas.

FRIDAY, AUG. 11 End of Summer Block Party and Movie Night: Admission to Whitney Pool will be free from 4-7:30 p.m., followed by a movie after sunset. There will be free popcorn, drunks and ice cream. 4-9 p.m., free, Whitney Park, 5712 Missouri Ave. “The King Lives! Donny Edwards Elite Tribute to Elvis”: The show will include songs from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. 7 p.m., $22 and up, International Showroom at Westgate Las Vegas, 3000 Paradise Road, 702-732-5111 or westgatevegas.com. *Also: Aug. 12 Ward 4 Back-to-School Event and Movie: Watch “Finding Dory” and enjoy free popcorn and water while supplies last. Free school supplies will be given to school-aged children, while supplies last. Bring blankets or low-backed chairs for lawn seating. 7-10 p.m., free, Durango Hills Park, 3521 N. Durango Drive, 702-2409622. Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone: Hear some of the band’s best-selling hits, such as “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter” and

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.

“The End of the World.” 7:30 p.m., $40 and up, South Point Showroom, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 702796-7111 or southpointcasino.com/ entertainment/showroom. *Also: Aug. 12 Chillin’ with Santa: Eat lunch, mingle and bring new school supplies to help local schools. Open to those 50 and older. Registration required. 11:30 a.m., $5, Derfelt Senior Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., 702-229-6601. Collin Raye: This country artist with 24 top-10 records, 16 No. 1 hits and 10 nominations for male vocalist of the year will perform an all-ages show, but those under age 21 must be accompanied by an adult. 8 p.m., $22 and up, Club Madrid at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road, 702-547-7777 or stationcasinosevents.com. Peter Cincotti: Be among the first to hear Cincotti perform melodies from his new album, scheduled for release this year. 7 p.m., $39 and up, Cabaret Jazz at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., 702-749-2000 or thesmithcenter.com. Hands-On Cooking Class — Makin’ Time for Pizza Pie: Learn the techniques of making this toss-up meal a skillfully composed dining experience to remember. Reservations are required. 6:30-9:30 p.m., $80-$89, Divine Cafe at Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., 702-822-7700 or springspreserve. org. Dive-In Movie: Watch “Finding Dory” under the stars while you float

in the wave pool. Sundown, free with park admission (varies), Wet’n’Wild Las Vegas, 7055 S. Fort Apache Road, 702-830-7975, wetnwildlasvegas.com or info@wetnwildlasvegas.com.

SATURDAY, AUG. 12 10th annual Cox Back to School Fair: Children and their families can gear up for the new school year at this one-stop-shop for resources and information. Nearly 20 booths from the Clark County School District will offer information about food service, bus transportation, zoning, police, human resources and more. Lowcost immunizations will be provided for eligible families. Bring shot records and insurance cards. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free, Downtown Summerlin, 2025 Festival Plaza Dr., 702-210-3050 or juergen.barbusca@ cox.com. Downtown Rocks: The summer concert series continues with Rick Springfield, who brings hits such as “Jessie’s Girl” and “I’ve Done Everything For You” to the Third Street Stage. 9 p.m., free, Fremont Street Experience, between Four Queens and The D, corner of Fremont Street and Third Street, vegasexperience. com/live-music. Hopped Taco Throwdown: Chefs will vie for their creations to be crowned the top tacos at this all-inclusive culinary and beer experience. Tacos will be judged in three categories: Hopped Taco, for best-beer-infused taco; Taco Loco, for most creative taco; and Taco Dulce, for best dessert taco. 8-11 p.m., $50-$70, Backyard at Zappos, 400

LIFE Stewart Ave., hoppedtaco.com. Ward 5 Back to School Fair: Enjoy music, entertainment, games, vendors, food trucks and a splash pad. Children in grades K-5 can receive a backpack and supplies. Children must be present to receive a backpack. Wristbands for the giveaway will be distributed starting at 7:30 a.m., and supplies will be given out while they last. 8-11 a.m., free, Lorenzi Park, 3333 W. Washington Ave., 702-229-5443 or cityoflasvegasnevada.gov. Dash and Splash: This event starts with a 1.5-mile run and will conclude with a 300-meter swim. There is no age limit, but participants must be able to swim 100 meters successfully. Pre-registration encouraged. 7:30 a.m. check-in, $15, Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, 702-229-1488 or lasvegasparksandrec.com (code 181408-01). Craps class: Learn how to play and win at craps. Topics will include table layout, odds, come vs. place bets, shooting from both the do and don’t side, hedge betting and more. RSVP requested. 2-4:30 p.m., $20, upper meeting room at the Sahara Library 9600 W. Sahara Ave., 702-487-5223 or loriggary@ yahoo.com. Dula Gym Back-2-School Fair: Free school supplies will be distributed to schoolchildren while

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A science experiment and two mission patches designed by Clark County School District students were sent to the International Space Station. Both projects are part of the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program, Mission 10. The two winning mission patches were selected from more than 3,000 designs. A local panel of judges selected Martha P. King Elementary School students Ella Morris and Julia Tregnan as the winners. Students also were challenged to design an experiment that would test the effects of microgravity. The experiment at John C. Vanderburg Elementary School emerged as the winner. Shari Abeyakoon, Kendall Allgower and Avery Sanford evaluated the effects of microgravity on seed germination as a possible source for food in long-term space travel. Funding and technical assistance was provided by Arcata Associates, Barrick Gold Corp., Desert Research Institute, the Public Education Foundation, the Davis Family Foundation, Nevada Space Grant Consortium, Nevada System of Higher Education, Howard Hughes Corp., the Ozmen Foundation at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada, Sierra Nevada Corp., UNLV College of Engineering, UNLV School of Community Health Sciences, the UNLV School of Life Sciences and the National Center for Earth and Space Science Education. Walker Furniture donated new furniture and accessories to Walter Johnson Junior High as part of Teacher Appreciation Day. Walter Johnson was chosen thanks to a letter written by eighth-grade student Caitlyn Goddi on behalf of her teacher, Robert Cuccurullo. Goddi received $100 and Cuccurillo received a $150 gift certificate. Nevada Health Centers received a 2006 Ford passenger van from the NV Energy vehicle donations program. The vehicle will be used to help with transportation needs of employees and supplies between NVHC’s 18 primary care health centers throughout Nevada.

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workforce officer at the nonprofit. The Champion Award is Workforce Connections’ highest honor and is awarded to those organizations or individuals who demonstrate consistent outstanding skills, abilities and leadership contributions to the workforce development community. Nevada State Bank donated $5,000 to Street Teens, a volunteer-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting homeless, abandoned and at-risk youths. Blossom Bariatrics donated $20,000 to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department Foundation. City National Bank and Barnes & Noble delivered more than $20,000 in books and cash to Fay Herron and Lincoln elementary schools in North Las Vegas. (COURTESY) The Epicurean Charitable Foundation of Las Vegas’ executive committee for 2017 and 2018 includes Craig Gilbert and Travis Lunn as vice presidents, Kevin Ball as treasurer and Tim Bowen as secretary. Melissa Arias remains the executive director. Sean DiCicco is president and Michael Kennedy is chairman of the board. Gilbert is a partner for Drive This! Entertainment, and Lunn is vice president of hotel operations for MGM Grand. Ball is corporate vice president of purchasing — strategic sourcing for American Casino & Entertainment Properties. Bowen is the vice president of food and beverage for Paris, Bally’s and Planet Hollywood.

Nevada State Bank donated $5,000 to the Las Vegas office of SCORE, a nationwide nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs. (COURTESY)

PAL Humane Society is a donation site for Pets of the Homeless. Donations of pet food and supplies can be taken to 4155 N. Rancho Drive, Suite 150, Las Vegas, that will be delivered to a local food bank, homeless shelter or homeless encampment. U.S. Bank partnered with Freedom Alliance, a charitable organization that provides support to injured military members and their families, in presenting the keys to a renovated, mortgage-free home to medically retired Army Sgt. 1st Class William “Joe” Haney. It is partnership’s the

ninth such donation. The Las Vegas City Council awarded 36 grants totaling $25,000 as part of the annual Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program, which offers grants of up to $1,000 for youths to create and neighborhood-based service learning projects. HELP of Southern Nevada received two awards from Workforce Connections: the 2016 Champion Award in the Organization Category, and the 2016 Champion Award in the Individual Category, which was awarded to Denise Gee, chief executive

Tippetts Mechanical donated plumbing services to the CARE Complex, a resource for the homeless, at 200 Foremaster Lane. Approximately 60 people from the roofing industry volunteered with Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada to provide repairs to Henderson homes at 400 Holick Ave. and 1844 Ward Drive. The project was part of the International Roofing Expo’s eighth annual Community Service Day. Community Service Day sponsor Sika Sarnafil presented $20,000 to RTSNV. Volunteers and sponsors working on the homes included Sika Sarnafil, Damato Enterprises, ABC Supply Co. Inc., D & L Roofing, Carlisle Syntec Systems, Georgia Pacific and CentiMark. Seventy students from Cheyenne and Clark high schools participated in a Google Cardboard workshop at RedFlint to learn how those devices can be used in education. After the workshop, 180 headsets and 30 phones were donated to the schools. After-School All-Stars Las Vegas received $10,000 from Barrick Gold Corp. as primary sponsor of the organization’s All-Star Dodgeball Tournament. Eric DeBonis joined the board of trustees of HELP of Southern Nevada. DeBonis is the senior vice president of operations for Southwest Gas.

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Law firm exec: ‘If you want something, go get it’ David Kohlmeier, who worked as a police officer for 17 years and now is director of client relations at Las Vegas Defense Group, helped the law firm land its new home at a building formerly occupied by the UFC. The office is set for a tentative grand opening Sept. 17. You’re originally from New York. What brought you to Nevada? I fell in love with Las Vegas when I visited at age 17. I always thought the hotels, sunny weather and exciting town would be a great place to live. I became a New York City police officer at 22 and served about four years in Brooklyn. I’ve always wanted to help people and be out in the world making a difference. I moved here after 9/11 and worked as a Henderson police officer on patrol and in the community relations unit. Having that opportunity in a newer city like Henderson was exciting, as was the Las Vegas lifestyle. How has your service as a police officer influenced your role at Las Vegas Defense Group? I was the type of police officer who wanted to help and spend additional time to resolve a problem so we wouldn’t have to come back to the same house again and again. I learned to talk to people and help them solve their issues. I actually felt bad for taking some people to jail, even though it was necessary. Life isn’t easy, and going to jail doesn’t always solve the problem. David Kohlmeier, a proud New Yorker and former police officer who moved to Southern Nevada after At the Las Vegas Defense Group, I work with cli- 9/11, guides clients of the Las Vegas Defense Group through the criminal court process and helps their ents to make them understand that there is hope attorneys build a defense against police allegations. (l.e. baskow/Staff) and we will get them through their difficult time. A What is your biggest pet peeve? Let the money help our kids and schools. It sounds lot of people need to be reassured. We have people I hate people who complain and people who don’t like common sense. who make mistakes and get arrested. We have peotake action. If you want something, get up and go ple who get hurt in a car accident. All of these people get it. No one is going to give you anything for free. If you could change one thing about Southneed help to get through the legal system. Make the sacrifice and make things happen for you ern Nevada, what would it be? and your family. We have a serious issue with the homeless, espeWhat has been your most exciting profescially the ones who suffer from mental illness. We sional project? Whom do you admire? need to really tackle this issue. We have tons of nonReal estate has been my hobby for some time now. I admire people who are real and not fake. Many profits and money to make a difference in their lives. I have attended a lot of real estate seminars and people dislike New Yorkers because we speak our I have walked through the homeless camps and met met a lot of real estate investors and agents. I have mind. We may be a little rough around the edges, with tons of homeless people. I have also worked learned a lot, and I am still learning. but New Yorkers are the most honest people in the with Project Homeless Connect at Cashman Center. I was able to help acquire the new building for the world. We won’t be walked over, and we don’t stop We need to do more. I urge everyone to work with firm at 2970 W. Sahara Ave., and I was part of the for anyone. It’s all about survival. a nonprofit to make a difference and to teach your team that worked to acquire one of the UFC’s old kids to give back. Pay it forward. buildings. This was a huge deal for the law firm. The If you could change one thing about yourUFC spent a lot of money inside the building, and it’s self, what would it be? What’s your favorite place in Las Vegas? a real beauty. I probably need to relax more. I’m all about getHopping from hotel to hotel is amazing. Las Vegas ting things done, and it’s my high in life to accomis always changing. Some fun places I recommend What do you see as the biggest issue facing plish projects and to-do lists. are Peppermill (fireplace lounge), Mon Ami Gabi Southern Nevada? at Paris (for people watching and steak), Top of the Unemployment and our school system: I think the What is something that people might not World at the Stratosphere (for lunch) and Mount goal is to get people to work and get them jobs. I’m hopknow about you? Charleston Lodge. Just get out and enjoy Vegas. It’s ing the north Strip projects, the stadium and downDuring 9/11, I worked as a police officer across the one of the greatest cities in the world. town area really take off. The more projects, the more bridge from the Twin Towers. I was involved with jobs, the more money that goes into the economy. the evacuation of New Yorkers to a safe location. I Where do you see yourself in 10 years? We need money for the schools. As a father of two also helped with transporting railroad crane equipI am hoping to take the model of the Defense baby girls, I’m concerned about their education. ment and lighting to ground zero. I am proud to be a Group to every state. I would like to create a network It appears the lottery works well in other cities to New Yorker and was sad and glad to be part of that of Defense Groups that help people for criminal debring money into the school system. If everyone is terrible day. fense, personal injury, immigration and family law. gambling in this town, why not just add a lottery?

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Years that Microsoft Paint has been included with the Windows operating system. Microsoft recently revealed that the basic photo editor will not be included in the next Windows 10 update.

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Amount Internet Brands will pay for WebMD, one of the largest medical websites on the internet. According to TechCrunch, more than 100 bids were put in for the health portal.

$1.2 billion

Amount Michael Kors will pay to buy luxury shoemaker Jimmy Choo. The brand was put up for sale in April.

$90 billion

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ net worth for a brief time July 27, making him the richest man in the world. Amazon’s stock prices were surging that day and surpassed a market value of $500 billion for the first time. However, Bill Gates retook the title by the end of the day because of a late dip in Amazon stock.

328 million

Number of total Twitter users reported in July. The last quarter was the best in terms of user growth since the first quarter of 2015.

71%

Pay cut Nike CEO Mark Parker is taking. Parker made $47.6 million in 2016 and is projected to earn $13.9 million this year. Nike has cut the pay of other top executives and plans to lay off more than 1,000 employees.

$506 million

Amount Apple was ordered to pay for infringing on a Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation patent. The patent has to do with chips in Apple devices. It is estimated that WARF will receive $4.35 for millions of iPads and iPhones that were sold between 2014 and 2016.

Laura and Michael Harris, owners of Tennesseasonings, say the restaurant — which blends barbecue flavors of several regions of the South — is best known for its pork. (Flury Photography)

Couple shares a taste of the South Describe your business.

Tennesseasonings Address: 7315 W. Warm Springs Road, Las Vegas Phone: 702-342-1260 Email: tennesseasonings@gmail.com Website: tennesseasonings.com Hours of operation: noon-8 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday Owned/operated by: Michael and Laura Harris In business since: May

We nurture a down-home feel, where walls are decked out with Tennessee Volunteers memorabilia and our staff upholds the same Southern hospitality we were raised on. We also provide food for delivery, pick-up or dine-in, so our menu is fit for tailgaters, party hosts or families who just don’t feel like cooking at home on a busy weeknight. What’s your most popular entrée?

Tennessee is all about the pork. Anyone who takes a first glance at our menu will see that whether it’s pork baby back ribs or pork sausage, we specialize in it. Since we opened, we’ve seen a huge thumbs-up from folks who order our hand-pulled pork. The most popular sides are our beans and country coleslaw. What flavors or methods distinguish East Tennessee barbecue from barbecue in Memphis or Nashville?

In the Southeast, you can almost pinpoint your location on a map based off of what’s cooking nearby. East Tennessee in particular borders North and South Carolina, where good barbecue is dry-rubbed, and brushed with spice and vinegar during the smoking process. We also have Alabama and Georgia as neighbors, so it’s no surprise that a special mustard-based sauce is a favorite on our menu. We often refer to east Tennessee as a blend of all its delicious surrounding influences. What is your business philosophy?

Do it right, keep trying, serve with a smile, and custom-

ers come first. Tenets like these are a part of our blood, and are true staples of where we come from. What obstacles has your business overcome?

It wasn’t easy finding a location that could both accommodate our fast-casual business model and provide the space necessary to carefully prepare our food. Smoking meat is a long, drawn-out practice that requires lots of time and patience. It’s not unheard of for Chef Michael to begin the smoking process at 3 or 4 in the morning.

What has been your hardest lesson in business?

The hardest lesson has been learning how to amplify buzz around your success. Sometimes, word of mouth isn’t everything, like it can be down South. In addition to encouraging those who like our food to tell their family and friends, we’ve invested in outside promotion, harnessing social media and newer channels of communication in the digital age. How can Nevada improve its business climate?

All businesses can learn from one another. Whether you’re a major hotel and casino, tire mechanic or barbecue restaurateur, we all feel a responsibility to do well and succeed for our livelihood and our families. It would be nice to see businesses being more vocal about lessons they’ve learned and insight to triumphs that translate across all walks of business. Of course, we’re all entitled to our own secret sauce; it just never hurts to reach out to other businesses to share thoughts and ideas that benefit our whole community.

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On Mick Akers’ lasvegassun.com story “ ‘At a crossroads,’ RTC launches meetings on longterm transit plan”: An effective expanded Monorail can connect an international airport, 150,000 hotel rooms, 8 million square feet of exhibit space and 131,000 seats at entertainment venues. That equals a unique city with no competition. — Juan Gonzalez On Chris Kudialis’ lasvegassun.com story “Nevada’s recreational marijuana industry ramping up delivery services to meet demand”: If Grubhub or Uber Eats can bring you tonight’s dinner, then an established dispensary can deliver your cannabis. — 360Dunk On Thomas Moore’s lasvegassun. com story “Boyd, noting a ‘solid quarter,’ talks steady success of locals market”: As the Strip does everything to discourage locals from visiting, others with free parking are growing their local business. — Bill Clinton’s logo On Thomas Moore’s lasvegassun. com story “Nevada casinos end fiscal year with winnings up 2.9 percent”: Nevada should be poaching in California to get corporations to move here; the taxes are killing their workers. — yadecin

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In a connected world, risk of identity theft rises

guest column: cards, open bank accounts and even gain acn a recent study of American fears, Steven Bearak cess to a driver’s license and passport. more than 37 percent of those surCriminals engaging in synthetic identity veyed said they were afraid or very theft often use Social Security numbers afraid of identity theft. That may of those who don’t use credit — such as seem like a lot of people, but 100 percent children — because they’re able to fly under the radar before of Americans should understand the threat. Identity theft anyone figures out what happened. But according to the lead is about more than scams and phishing emails. Because of data scientist for the Verizon Breach Report, 60 to 80 perthe connected lifestyles we have, it’s now woven into our cent of Social Security numbers have been stolen by hackers. everyday lives. If you or someone you love has experienced identity theft, No one is immune to the crime, but some states rank you know what a stressful and potentially costly experihigher for formal identity theft complaints than others. ence it can be. Victims have reported emotional distress and According to a recent Federal Trade Commission report, financial losses, and say they spent hundreds of hours to Nevada ranked ninth for identity theft complaints. Almost restore their identity. 4,000 Nevada residents reported identity theft in 2016. The But there are ways to protect yourself. Be sure to check top five types were credit card fraud (42 percent), employyour credit reports frequently for suspicious activity, update ment or tax-related fraud (32 percent), bank fraud (13 peryour passwords and be mindful to not use the same credencent), phone or utilities fraud (9 percent) and government tials for multiple accounts. Identity thieves are experts at documents or benefits fraud (4 percent). piecing together your personal information and then acting Several factors can lead to higher fraud statistics among on any number of scams, such as financial fraud, medical certain populations. For example, Florida is home to a large identity theft, stealing a child’s Social Security number and population of retirees, who often are targets of medical applying for loans. identity theft, bill collection scams and tax identity theft. My No. 1 recommendation is to be vigilant and get the help States that have a high percentage of reported data breaches, you need to ensure you have peace of mind. Whether you such as Nevada, are more susceptible to having residents’ are going to an athletic event, shopping at the mall or in the personal information used maliciously. airport, you need to be aware both online and offline of your One rising form of fraud is synthetic identity theft, in which activities and how your personal information is being used. thieves use a combination of real and fake information to Steven Bearak is CEO of IdentityForce. create a new identity. They use this identity to obtain credit

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JPMorgan Chase executives optimistic about Nevada’s diversification efforts By paul szydelko Staff Writer

JPMorgan Chase, which has offered financial services in Las Vegas since 2008, expanded its commercial banking business to Nevada in June, part of a long-term growth plan throughout the Western region. VEGAS INC recently interviewed JPMorgan Chase’s Douglas Petno, CEO of commercial banking; John Simmons, head of middle market banking & specialized industries, and Megan Ackaert, market executive for Nevada’s middle market banking & specialized industries business. Here are excerpts from the interview: Why did you decide on Las Vegas now for expansion? Petno: We’ve been in certain parts of the country for many years, hundreds of years — New York City, 220 years. Houston, 150 years. With the Washington Mutual acquisition in 2008, we acquired branches in some interesting and exciting parts of the U.S. literally overnight in the middle of the financial crisis. From that moment, we decided to organically build out a middle-market banking franchise in tandem with our small-business banking team next door (in the Hughes Center) — using local branches to attract relationships with exciting and dynamic small and midsized companies. In 2009, we put a gentleman in California to be the anchor to build out our whole Western franchise, and he’s been methodically going market by market building out systematically. We’re taking a long-term view, think, 100 years, comparable to New York and Chicago and Houston. We’re making a bet on a lot of these different geographies. We feel good about everywhere we’ve gone based on business climate, the number of existing clients, where we think client growth will be over time, the types of clients, industries we’re excited about. Simmons: Vegas was actually the largest market that we did not have a commercial banking presence. We obviously have a branch presence and a business banking presence. We’ve effectively been covering clients in the Las Vegas and Nevada area for the last decade. But if you really want to have a 100year strategy, you need someone who is terrific in the market in the community who’s connected and who can then hire a team locally where you’re intersecting with companies and different organizations on a regular basis. As that point person for the company here since February, what are your impressions of Las Vegas so far? Ackaert: The city’s been incredibly welcoming. I’ve spent a lot of time meeting with business leaders, the UNLV team and others to get a feel for what’s important in the community. There’s been a real push, a real focus on diversifying the types of businesses in

Speaking of the market opportunity, it’s pretty robust and growing. And the bet we’re making is it’s going to keep getting better and better. Where do you see the whole industry of commercial banking in the next five or 10 years in terms of regulation or what’s happening in Washington, D.C.? Petno: We’ve absorbed all or most of the banking regulations that have come out of the financial crisis. JPMorgan is spending a lot of time making sure we get that right. We live by the letter and the spirit of all these new rules, and company’s doing well. We’re also trying to be a leader in the market to help shape if there’s going to be any legislative reform or JPMorgan Chase’s commercial banking executives in- change. We want to do it on behalf of the country and clude, from left, John Simmons, Megan Ackaert and the economy broadly because that’s the right thing to do. And it’s better if the local economy’s stronger, and Doug Petno. (courtesy) it’s better for all of us — not just JPMorgan. There are some things we think Washington can Las Vegas. We just feel the excitement and optimism do to refine the rules that they’ve imposed on the inhere, and we want to be part of it. dustry — not just financial services but the regulatory framework. That’s all playing out in real time. What kinds of companies are you reaching And you’re on the same roller coaster everybody out to? else is, watching what’s happening in Washington, Petno: It’s a breadth of industries. The real opporbut there is a chance for a lot of good, pro-economic tunity is to work hand in hand as the state diversifies actions to be taken in Washington that would be good from its more traditional industry categories. You’ve for America. Whether that can happen politically — seen the influx of technology, health care and energy the devil’s in the details — we’ll see what happens. companies. It sounds pretty generic, but those are industries where we have a lot of specific expertise and How do you counter the impression of some experience. And that’s why it’s a pretty exciting time. small businesses that you’re too big to help them? So you’re optimistic about the variety here? Petno: Let our actions speak louder than any kind Petno: There’s a lot of potential. It’s a good proof sales pitch. It starts with strong leadership, being growth business climate. There’s a good infrastrucvisible in town. It starts with a strong and growing ture. The government seems like it’s in a good place. physical presence of our branches and the presence It has all the right ingredients to accomplish what it of a business banking partner. We also have our priwants to accomplish. vate bankers here. We have investment bankers flying into Nevada every day. We bank the governments What types of businesses are flourishing here, we bank hospitals. We ask and expect our local here, what types are struggling? leaders to be visible civically and active in their comAckaert: Every CEO I’ve met since I got here is munities. excited about growth. They’re expanding into new What’s unique about Nevada is that focus on the states. They’re buying new buildings. They’re buying importance of philanthropy and community. That’s more equipment. They’re hiring new people. Everysomething we’ve gleaned from the business leaders one seems positive. we’ve met with so far. That’s likewise important to our company. What metrics do you look at to have that We made a $2 million grant to the state of Nevada sense of optimism about entrepreneurship? to help with job skills. Access to skilled labor is a maPetno: It’s hard to measure entrepreneurship, but jor pinch point for the economy and for small busiwe look at macroeconomic indicators for the state nesses in particular. We think the grant will help deal in terms of the health of the business environment. with a structural problem in the labor market. More specifically, we have a unique big-data capabilAckaert: There’s no substitute for showing up. ity that helps us catalog private businesses in certain And that’s a lot of what my team and I are doing. We geographies. do get asked, “You know my business isn’t big enough If you started a company today, it’s hard for a bank for JPMorgan Chase?” My response is, “That’s not to know you’re even in place, let alone know how suctrue. We bank companies just like yours across the cessful you are, what your needs are, where you’re country.” Once we do a great job for a business ownlocated. We feel like we’ve got a pretty good sense for er, they tell their friends and they tell other people. the universe of names out there, and it’s a pretty rich That’s really how we do it. It’s a grassroots effort. market for us.

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Decades later, Las Vegas pipeline project remains stalled by legal challenges By daniel rothberg Staff Writer

In 1989, when Clark County’s population was about 700,000, the Las Vegas Valley Water District faced the possibility of a water shortage going into the 21st century. The water district, a predecessor of the Southern Nevada Water Authority, proposed a multibilliondollar pipeline to convey billions of gallons of groundwater from rural counties northeast of Las Vegas. Nearly three decades later, plans to build the pipeline have stalled, as the water authority awaits decisions expected this year from a federal judge and the state engineer, Nevada’s chief water regulator. The delay is the result of a multipronged legal challenge from environmentalists, ranchers, farmers, local governments and tribes that have argued the drawdown would irreparably harm rural communities, wetlands and pastures in eastern Nevada. At issue are questions of how pumping would affect the environment, given uncertainties in forecasting groundwater recharge. The coalition, organized as the Great Basin Water Network, argued in court recently that the Bureau of Land Management had improperly approved a right-of-way for 250 miles of pipeline that would run over its land. Lawyers said the agency took a piecemeal approach and failed to consider several variables, including the location of groundwater wells, pumping facilities and climate change. A BLM lawyer said the analysis was appropriate for a project of this scale and that there would be future environmental impact reports. He noted that this land-use application was unique because federal law directs the BLM to grant rights-of-way to the SNWA for conveying water. In 2012, the federal government approved the water authority’s right-of-way to pump about 83,000 acre-feet of groundwater — enough annual water to supply about 160,000 Las Vegas homes — from basins in Lincoln and White Pine counties. “(The pipeline) will provide a sustainable water supply source independent of the Colorado River,” the water authority said in a recent statement on why it was still pushing the pipeline. “While Southern Nevada only uses 5 percent of Nevada’s statewide water resources, it is responsible for approximately 70 percent of the state’s economic activity — a modest investment in water resources for considerable economic returns that benefit Nevada as a whole.” Through conservation, Las Vegas has man-

aged to stall the water shortage it predicted in the ’80s, even cutting its water use while growing its population. But with the driest city in the U.S. expected to expand and a shrinking Lake Mead, Las Vegas is likely to face a water problem down the road. And the water authority sees the $3.2 billion pipeline as insurance. The agency isn’t sure when it will need to tap water from the northern basins, but given growth and changing climate patterns, it wants to decrease its reliance on the Colorado River, the source of about 90 percent of Las Vegas’ water. It’s this argument, in part, that frustrates rural communities. White Pine County Commissioner Gary Perea operates the Border Inn, a motel and gas station outside of Baker, a small town of about 100 people on the eastern border of Nevada and Utah. He stressed that talking about the issue in purely economic terms was unfair. “They are saying the rural areas in Nevada don’t matter,” Perea said before the hearing. “To me, it is really making a dividing line between the north and south of the state.” Perea is concerned that pumping groundwater in perpetuity will leave the area dry and dusty, comparing it to Owens Valley in California. He worries the move to pump water also could disturb the rights of ranchers and farmers who use their water rights to irrigate alfalfa fields and pastures. Though the project would include mitigation, the Center for Biological Diversity, which was part of the federal lawsuit, argued that altering wetlands and streams could affect species such as fish and antelope. “The whole ecosystem relies on springs and creeks to survive,” said Patrick Donnelly, the Center for Biological Diversity’s Nevada representative. Bronson Mack, a water authority spokesman, rejected the Owens Valley comparison. “Owens Valley occurred at a time when we didn’t have the same types of environmental protection laws in place,” Mack said in June. This gets into the second prong of the Great Basin Water Network’s legal fight — to challenge the amount of water the state has allowed the water authority to pump from the basins. Nevada’s state engineer is responsible for allocating water in the basin. In a separate lawsuit, Great Basin Water Network sued over the amount of water allocated to the water authority. A judge ordered the regulator to reconsider what amount of pumping would be sustainable to avoid drying the region over time. The state engineer will open a new hearing in September.

Nevada casinos end fiscal year with winnings up 2.9 percent By thomas moore Staff Writer

Nevada’s gaming revenue was up in June and for fiscal 2017, according to numbers released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board. For the fiscal year ending June 30, gaming revenue for all of Nevada’s nonrestricted gaming licensees — casinos with 15 or more slot machines — increased by 2.9 percent, a good number compared with fiscal 2016, when it increased by 0.7 percent. Slots and table games showed positive increases in different ways. Slot volume, also known as coinin, was up, and slot win, the amount casinos kept from coin-in, also was up. “Slot volume increased 1.5 percent and was $108.4 billion. That’s three consecutive years that’s happened (volume has increased), and that hasn’t happened since 2005 2006, and 2007,” said Michael Lawton, senior research analyst for the Tax and License Division of the board. Nevada and its larger casinos kept more of that slot money, too, with win increasing 2.9 percent in fiscal 2017. The story at the tables was different. Even though the overall amount of action — also known as volume or drop — was down this past fiscal year, the amount the industry kept — also known as win or hold — increased by 3 percent. “Luck played a lot into that, because the drop was down 2.4 percent with $29.8 billion in game and table volume,” Lawton said. “The hold was 13.97 percent. That’s the highest game and table hold percentage since fiscal year 2004. It’s a little bit of an anomaly.” Lawton said part of the increase in table game hold can be attributed to rule changes and other tweaks made by casinos, but most of it was luck. For the month of June, meanwhile, Nevada’s gaming revenue at nonrestricted casinos was $895.4 million, up 0.9 percent from June 2016. Compared with June 2016, revenue on the Strip was up 1.65 percent, and in downtown Las Vegas, it was up 8.72 percent. North Las Vegas, Laughlin and the Boulder Strip, however, were down by 11.14 percent, 4.13 percent, and 15.14 percent, respectively. Revenue in Mesquite was up 3.7 percent, while the remainder of Clark County was up 5.84 percent. Lawton said the drops in North Las Vegas, the Boulder Strip and Laughlin were largely the result of when the casinos in those areas tallied their numbers. “In the big picture, those markets are fine,” he said. June’s gaming revenue resulted in a July Nevada gaming tax and fee collection of $51.8 million, which is up 5.77 percent from the same period last year.

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Marijuana businesses struggle to find bankers By chris kudialis Staff Writer

Making a bank deposit for marijuana store owners in Colorado could involve complex routines: Some spray Febreze on stacks of cash to mask the marijuana smell, and others deposit money orders to avoid federal suspicious activity reports from depositing too much cash, dispensary owners there say. Some of Colorado’s nearly 1,000 licensed dispensaries operate under “don’t ask, don’t tell” circumstances when banking and share little information with banks so they’re allowed to open accounts. To skirt the system, license holders use generic-sounding entities as their business names, such as Denver’s Royal Asset Management and RK Enterprises. Otherwise, they’re stuck with cash — tens of thousands of dollars of it, and no place to deposit their money. “As soon as a bank here gets wind you’re affiliated with the marijuana industry, they’re going to prevent you from getting an account, or close it if you already have one,” said Neil Demers, owner of the Denverbased Diego Pellicer dispensary. “It’s smart to have two or three accounts in case one gets shut down.” “It’s all on the down low,” he added. Nevada weed store owners, who have seen a spike in cash flow since the all-cash business of recreation sales began July 1, have that same problem. Banks here won’t allow dispensaries to open accounts because marijuana remains illegal under federal law, and most banks are federally insured. A small number of dispensaries in Colorado, Oregon and Washington have accounts where the banking institution knows deposited money comes from marijuana sales, and are happy to have these clients. But it will cost you — fees on deposits can be as high as 10 percent, Demers said. Las Vegas-based First Security Bank of Nevada offered banking for medical marijuana stores for less than a year, but stopped dealing with the industry because banking with weed stores was “cost prohibitive” and “burdensome,” CEO Jason Awad said. Ensuring marijuana licensees don’t violate the many state laws governing the industry forces banks to hire compliance staff to monitor their marijuana clients, resulting in added expenditures, Awad said. First Security Bank employed an additional seven full-time staffers to routinely inspect about 120 marijuana clients they serviced, which resulted in “a lot of extra work.” Marijuana is still federally illegal, classified as a Schedule I narcotic, which puts the plant on the same level as heroin in the eyes of the federal government. That imposes a risk for banks, even if marijuana dispensaries are following state laws and regulations, Awad said. “All of a sudden we’re getting visits from the FDIC twice or three times in a span of one year, compared with once every two years before we started marijuana banking,” Awad said. “All of that combined just really paralyzes the bank.” Hope may have been on the horizon following the 2013 publication of the Cole Memorandum, which suggested the U.S. Department of Justice should not devote law enforcement resources to crack down

Andrew Jolley of The+Source said while proxy bank accounts for pot companies were prevalent in other states, he did not think the practice was common in Nevada. Jolley, president of the Nevada Dispensary Association, said banks often catch on to dispensaries operating under vague pretenses within months of opening an account, and such accounts are rarely successful. “My experience is that they’re very good at sniffing that out,” Jolley said. “Once you start depositing large amounts of cash, the red flags are going to go up. And I’m not willing to lie to a bank about that.” The hope is to have banking privileges similar to Joseph Gadsden of Denver’s Native Roots. His disCash changes hands at the Essence cannabis shop as pensary is one of about 120 marijuana-industry clirecreational sales of marijuana begin at dispensaries ents accepted at banks and credit unions that have July 1. (l.e. baskow/staff) opened their doors to weed businesses. Gadsden said access to banking is exclusive, addon those complying with marijuana laws within ing that unless a dispensary owner “knows someone their state. And in 2014, the Obama administration or has a recommendation,” he or she is placed on a published guidelines for banks to serve marijuanawaiting list with dozens of other dispensaries seekrelated businesses following their respective state ing a haven for their cash. His bank, Safe Harbor of laws. Partner Colorado Credit Union, is sought by thouStill, most banks have been unwilling to deal with sands of weed entrepreneurs statewide, but accepts the combination of added expenses and ongoing risk only five new marijuana businesses per month. of criminal prosecution, Awad said. “Once you’re in, you’re in, but getting there can If banking wasn’t a priority for Nevada’s marijuatake months to years, if you get in at all,” Gadsden na industry before the launch of recreational sales said. on July 1, it is now. While medical sales have been Safe Harbor CEO Sundie Seefried said the proongoing since the state’s first dispensary opened in gram banks $80 million per month for the cannabis July 2015, store owners saw their clientele — and industry and demand would cause them to max out cash on hand — multiply by as much as 10 times their pot banking capacity by the end of 2017. when recreational sales began. While known as a national leader in cannabis A study from Headset Inc. found the average disbanking for her work in Colorado, Seefried too said pensary trip costs between $27 and $64, and some her company had been challenged by an “overdispensary owners are reporting an average spend whelming amount” of compliance work. upward of $100 per customer. That means a Las “Banking cannabis businesses opens the door Vegas dispensary averaging 800 daily transactions to potential prosecution for money laundering if would have more than $25,000 on hand by the end you’re not extra careful,” Seefried said. “And the of the day — and that’s a low estimate. consequences can be severe.” “It’s not only a hassle for the business, it’s a hassle For Nevada, the immediate future of marijuana for the customers because they have to get cash, banking is unclear. too,” said David Goldwater, owner of Inyo Fine CanAwad said First Security Bank of Nevada is not nabis dispensary in Las Vegas. “Banking would proplanning to restart cannabis banking anytime soon, vide more security for employees and customers, and no other Nevada financial institutions have anand the lending would give me a source of capital to nounced their intention of doing so either. Nevada vastly improve my ability to operate my business.” state Sen. Tick Segerblom, a long-time marijuana Once giving back every penny generated by sales advocate, added the state’s pot industry is “still tryin Nevada’s medical-only industry for bills, employing to figure banking out.” ee salaries and products, Goldwater says Inyo is just “There are a whole lot of ideas and discussions, now starting to accumulate more cash than the disbut nothing concrete that’s happening,” Segerblom pensary spends. said. “It’s a longer process, and it’s not going to be While banking “would be a great benefit,” he noted fixed tomorrow.” that other Nevada industries, like casinos and gamOne solution, Awad said, lies in the hands of the ing taverns, also operate with substantial amounts federal government. If and when marijuana is reof cash. If any city is used to dealing with the extra moved from the list of Schedule I drugs, he said he’d paper money, it’s Las Vegas, he said. expect more banks, both state and federally char“This is a town where businesses are used to hantered, to open their doors to pot businesses. dling large amounts of cash,” he said. “Our circum“If they don’t change it, marijuana banking is alstances are not completely unique, just unnecessarways going to be in limbo,” he said. “For as much ily cumbersome.” as banks would love to provide the service here, it’s Until banks open their vaults to marijuana dissimply just not worth the risk.” pensaries, some owners — in Nevada and elsewhere Editor’s note: Brian Greenspun, the CEO of Greens— indicated they have unofficial accounts they operpun Media Group, which owns VEGAS INC, has an ate under the radar with hopes banks don’t realize ownership interest in Essence Cannabis Dispensary. marijuana money is going through their system.

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Company, Las Vegas have grown up together coming in at No. 35 on the 2016 Printing Impressions 400 and reporting most recent fiscal year sales of $130.1 million, a 4 percent increase over the previous year. A pioneer in digital printing, Creel’s capabilities include full-color web and sheet-fed printing, variable digital production, digital-rights management, mobile marketing, web-based storefronts, and integrated publishing and digital solutions. With about 800 employees, Creel has six locations, including its 250,000-square-foot headquarters on Sunset Road. It has digital facilities in Las Vegas, Idaho, New Jersey and California, as well as a plant in France. The company recently entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired Mike Weimer, operations manager, checks the registration of a calendar at by Chicago-based LSC Communica- Creel Printing, 6330 W. Sunset Road. (STEVE MARCUS/staff) tions. The sale (the terms of which have not been announced) will have “We feel like we were along for the maiden voyage, like little effect on local operations, acbeing in Goldfield when they discovered gold. We were cording to Creel, who has watched proud to be a part of the initial growth of the city, the the company grow along with Southern Nevada. county and the state, and there’s also a great sense of “When the company was founded pride in being able to pass the business along to my in 1952, there were only two other printing companies in town,” said son as it was passed along to me.” Creel, who recently celebrated his — Allan Howard Creel 80th birthday and now serves as company chairman. He passed the titles of president (2011) and CEO also been a consistent and continuing ing grew to become the benchmark (2015) to his son, Allan Gary Creel. customer through Greenspun Media for quality in the printing industry “Back then, it was all letter-press Group, as well as a business partner in Las Vegas and beyond,” said adverequipment, and my dad was the first in various other ventures,” Greentising guru and international media to put in offset presses,” Creel continspun said. consultant Sig Rogich, president of ued. “We went into the catalog- and “Yes, (Creel) has been sold, but Aladvisory firm the Rogich Communimagazine-printing business, and did lan Jr. will remain at the helm to concations Group. work for the Las Vegas Convention tinue a family stewardship well into “I have known Allan Creel Sr. since Center before it was even built. We the future, carrying on the legacy 1970 or so when we met socially, but I also had the hotel business — El Ranthat Allan Sr. and Debbie gave life really got to know him in 1974, when cho, Riviera, Desert Inn and the Flato,” Greenspun added. “It ain’t easy I started R&R Advertising and needmingo. The city was totally different to be successful in a family busied a printer,” Rogich said. “It took a back in those days. People were ridness and it doesn’t often endure, but while for him to know that we were ing horses on the Strip.” Debbie and Allan sure made it look going to potentially be a good cusA graduate of Las Vegas High that way. And as lifelong members tomer, because R&R started out as a School who studied business and draof the community, I can’t remember small three-person operation. Howma at UNR, Creel went on to attend Debbie or Allan ever saying ‘no’ to a ever, it quickly grew and I became Woodbury Business College in Los charity, an individual or even a small Allan’s largest customer. He never let Angeles. He returned to Southern business in need.” me down, and that’s the way it’s been Nevada when his father fell ill and Rogich expressed a similar sentiwith our business relationship and asked him to come home and take the ment, noting that the Creels have our friendship to this day.” reins of Creel Printing. supported organizations such as OpBrian Greenspun (CEO of GreensAlong with his wife, Debbie Creel, portunity Village, the Boys & Girls pun Media Group, which publishes who has a background in finance and Clubs, Boy Scouts of America and VEGAS INC), also has a long-standoversees accounting functions for Make-A-Wish. ing business and personal relationthe company, Creel has been a driv“I’ll bet there are 200 organizaship with Creel. ing force for the company and an adtions that his company has helped, “My wife and I have been close vocate for Southern Nevada. and I probably asked him to help 100 friends of Allan and Debbie for as “The Creel name is a pioneer name of those just by myself,” Rogich said. long as I can remember, and I have in this community, and Creel Print-

“And it was always the same answer: ‘Yes, we will do that for you.’ ” Larry Ruvo, senior managing director of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits of Nevada and founder of the Keep Memory Alive foundation and the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, is another longtime Creel Printing customer and friend of the family, having known Creel for more than 40 years. “He has been a wonderful friend, a great member of our community and a superb businessman, and we continue to do business with Creel Printing to this day,” Ruvo said. “Allan is an honest, honorable and hard-working man, and his word is his bond.” Third-generation president and CEO Allan Gary Creel grew up in the family business. “My first job was cleaning the alley between the buildings, and I reported to the janitor,” he said. He held a number of positions over the years, learning the business from the ground up before assuming his current post. A graduate of Bentley University who holds a degree in business management, the younger Creel is optimistic about the future of the company as well as the acquisition, which is expected to close this month. “The alignment of the two companies will be a tremendous opportunity not only for our employees, but for our long-term customers and all of our clients,” he said. “With LSC Communications’ depth and with what we’ve done to drive technology in the printing industry in the past five or six years, we’ll be able to continue to grow the platform that was built on my dad’s success as a businessman not only here in Las Vegas, but on a national scale.” Looking back, the company’s growth mirrored the city’s, Allan Howard Creel said. “We feel like we were along for the maiden voyage, like being in Goldfield when they discovered gold,” Creel reflected. “We were proud to be a part of the initial growth of the city, the county and the state, and there’s also a great sense of pride in being able to pass the business along to my son as it was passed along to me. It’s a young man’s world, and with his advanced knowledge and his proficiency in electronics and the digital world, he can’t help but be successful.”

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ribbon cut on new hospital campus In June, North Las Vegas celebrated a new hospital on the corner of Craig Road and Martin Luther King Boulevard, the first of four opening in the valley this year through the partnership of Dignity Health, St. Rose Dominican and Emerus. Emerus, which develops, operates and manages hospitals, provided the “micro-hospital” model. The North Las Vegas space has departments for inpatient and emergency care, with two nurses and one physician serving each patient. In the past month, it has provided care to more than 1,500 people, about 50 patients a day. “Our strategy with all four of the campuses in the Las Vegas market is to provide health care to patients who don’t have access to it currently,” said Erin Monroe, communications manager for Emerus. The promising first-phase numbers lent spirit to the July 20 ribbon cutting on the partnership’s Blue Diamond Campus at 4855 Blue Diamond Road. Representatives of Nevada’s congressional delegation took part in the event, which heralded the planned openings of the next two facilities in August (9880 W. Flamingo Road) and November (4980 W. Sahara Ave.). Overall, the new hospitals are expected to bring 250 jobs to the valley.

Local dignitaries, including Gene Bassett, senior vice president of operations for Dignity Health Nevada (fourth from right at top) cut the ribbon on the Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican Blue Diamond Campus. (photos by mikayla whitmore/Staff)

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Divas in Business Entrepreneur Expo Time: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. (also Aug. 8) Cost: $99-$199 Location: New York-New York, 3790 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Call 614-354-4166, email info@fabulouscsevents.com or visit divasinbusiness.org Keynote speakers at this interactive expo include Pastor Kimberly Jones Pothier; Cynthia Kiser Murphey, president of New York-New York; Andrea Eppolito of Andrea Eppolito Weddings & Events; and Trish Drake, founder of Divas in Business.

Air & Waste Management Association Nevada Section luncheon Time: 11:15 a.m. Cost: $15 for full-time students; $30 for members and $35 for nonmembers with RSVP; $40 for walk-ins Location: Cili Restaurant at Bali Hai Golf Club, 5160 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Contact Ted Lendis at 702-4551653 or lendis@clarkcountynv.gov U.S. Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nev., will talk about environmental issues.

TUESDAY, AUG. 8

Water Street District Business Association business networking mixer Time: 6-7 p.m. Cost: Free for members; $20 for nonmembers Location: Nevada Health Centers, first floor of the St. Rose Dominican Medical Plaza Rose de Lima campus, 98 E. Lake Mead Parkway, Suite 103, Henderson Information: Visit wsdba.org Meet, chat and connect during this event.

Henderson Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast Time: 7-9 a.m. Cost: $35 for members; $55 for nonmembers; additional $10 for walk-ins Location: Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson Information: Contact Donna Israelson at 702565-8951 or disraelson@hendersonchamber.com Mingle, eat and learn at this event dedicated the Vegas Golden Knights. Connections Silent Auction Time: 7-9 p.m. Cost: $40 (registration encouraged at bit.ly/2tENfm2) Location: Marietta Tiberti Grand Hall in the Richard Tam Alumni Center at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Contact Sarah Chung at 972-9224832 or sarah.chung@unlv.edu Enjoy food and drinks, entertainment and the opportunity to meet members of the community and hotel industry.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 9 Business by the Book: Grow Your Web Presence Time: 6-8 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Amargosa Room, Lied Library at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-895-4517 or visit library. unlv.edu/bbtb Learn how to establish an e-commerce website and build a social media presence, optimizing your web presence in search engines. Basic

Nevada State Veteran’s Home mixer Time: 5 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Nevada State Veterans Home, 100 Veterans Memorial Drive, Boulder City Information: Contact Kassie Ackerson at 702293-2034 or kassie@bouldercitychamber.com Join the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce for its monthly networking mixer. Christian Women in Business meeting Time: 9 a.m. Cost: Free for members; $25 for nonmembers (RSVP at bit.ly/cwibnv) Location: Nevada Hispanic Business Group Conference Center, 4530 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 9, Las Vegas Information: Email Christy Echols at cechols@ gopdg.net Share your thoughts, ideas, inspirations, truths and accountability with other businesswomen who understand your priorities and commitment.

THURSDAY, AUG. 10 Market Trends in Marijuana Panel Time: 6-7 p.m. Cost: Free (RSVP requested) Location: Kush Lounge, 6154 Coley Ave., Las Vegas

Information: Contact John Laub at 623-2560503 or john.k.laub@gmail.com Mike Brunson, founder and CEO of Caviar Gold; Juliana Whitney, founder and CEO of cannabis business consulting firm the J. Whitney Group; and Ray Schiavone of Tahoe Hydro & Stix will talk about trends in the marijuana industry. Southern Nevada Society for Human Resource Management legal update Time: 7:30-9 a.m. Cost: $15 for students; $25 general admission Location: 1385 E. Pama Lane, Suite 111, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-362-0388 or visit snv. shrm.org/events Human resources professionals will hear about recently adopted legislation in the Nevada Legislature and recent developments in the courts that may affect them. Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce Policy Committee meeting: K-12 education and workforce/workplace development Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Cost: Free (open to elected officials and Metro Chamber of Commerce members; RSVP requested) Location: Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce, 575 Symphony Park Ave., Suite 100, Las Vegas Information: Contact Joi Holliday at 702-5863812 or jholliday@lvchamber.com Hear from Frank Woodbeck, vice chancellor for workforce development at the Nevada System of Higher Education; Gia Moore, director of magnet schools and career and technical academies for the Clark County School District; and Niki Bates, director of educational media services for Vegas PBS.

FRIDAY, AUG. 11 Essentials of Gaming Law & Regulation Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $255 Location: Executive Board Room at the International Gaming Institute at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Contact Robert Horgan at 702895-2445 or robert.horgan@unlv.edu This course provides participants with basic knowledge about the systems and laws governing the gaming industry as well as an understanding of how gaming regulations affect the industry.

Conventions

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Restaurant Loss Prevention and Security Association convention and expo M Resort

Aug. 6-9

230

Offprice Show

Sands Expo and Convention Center

Aug. 12-15

11,500

MAGIC Marketplace fall show

Las Vegas Convention Center

Aug. 14-16

85,000

MexiFest

Cashman Center

Aug. 19

1,000

National Telecommunications Cooperative Association Finance and Accounting conference

Caesars Palace

Aug. 20-24

400

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Records and Transactions BANKRUPTCIES Chapter 11 Greenlight Organic dba Greenlight Apparel 10624 S. Eastern Ave., Suite A-881 Henderson, NV 89052 Attorney: Gregory Garman at ggarman@gtg.legal

Bid Opportunities Aug. 7 3 p.m. Current production model Type 5 wildland engine Ford F550 Clark County, 604551 Sandra Mendoza at sda@clarkcountynv.gov

Aug. 8 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

Aug. 9 3 p.m. Current production model 3/4-ton pickups and 12-passenger van Clark County, 604569 Sandra Mendoza at sda@clarkcountynv.gov

Aug. 11 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for glass repair and replacement countywide Clark County, 604537 Deon Ford at deonf@clarkcountynv.gov

Aug. 17 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for new chain link fencing and parts Clark County, 604566 Ashley Peterson at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov

Brokered transactions Sales $5,220,000 for 59,303 square feet, industrial 3853 and 3873 E. Craig Road, North Las Vegas 89030 Landlord: 1031 Services Inc. QI for T Properties Landlord agent: Mike DeLew of Colliers International Buyer: Craig Business Park Buyer agent: Greg Pancirov of Colliers International

Leases $280,300 for 2,588 square feet, office

411 E. Bonneville Ave., Las Vegas 89101 Landlord: CIII Landlord agent: Scott Donaghe of Avison Young Tenant: Madyson Capital Management Tenant agent: Did not disclose

BUSINESS LICENSES Taproot Labs License type: Temporary production Address: 4635 Andrew St. Suites B-C, North Las Vegas Owner: TRNVP098 Tax Samaritan License type: Bookkeeper/income tax preparer Address: 3465 W. Craig Road, North Las Vegas Owner: Tax Samaritan Team Bang License type: General retail sales Address: 2901 W. Washington Ave., Suite G102, Las Vegas Owner: Robert Shoemaker Team Mufflers Auto Glas License type: Automotive garage (major) Address: 1845 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Ruben Alulema The Donut Bouquet License type: Restaurant Address: 400 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: The Donut Bouquet Tide Dry Cleaners License type: Dry cleaning/laundry facility and services Address: 10140 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: Looloo LLC

network Address: 400 S. Fourth St., Suite 500, Las Vegas Owner: Rasier LLC United Enterprise Holdings License type: General retail sales Address: 7540 Oso Blanca Road, Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Jude Kourdie Vegas Auto Sales & Remarketing License type: Secondhand dealer Address: 1628 N. Boulder Highway, Henderson Owner: BCB NV

nance Address: Did not disclose Owner: 4 Aces Carpet Cleaning 702 Tatt Spot License type: Tattoo parlor Address: 4040 W. Craig Road, Suite 112, North Las Vegas Owner: Lash Vegas Tatt Star A Senior for Seniors Handyman License type: Trucking Address: 6005 Winter Meadow St., Las Vegas Owner: Bradford Hutchison

Vegas Bling Queen License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Deborah Palmer-Brower

A2Z Transactions License type: Business support Address: 6628 Sky Pointe Drive, Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: Amy Bishop

Vegas Valley Auto License type: Auto sales (new and used) Address: 3853 E. Craig Road, Suites 3-4, North Las Vegas Owner: Deals on Wheels

Aacosta License types: Arcade; residential property maintenance Address: 333 N. Rancho Drive, Suite 300, Las Vegas Owner: Anthony Acosta

Vegas Valley Growers North License type: Interjurisdictional business Address: 5785 N. Hollywood Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Vegas Valley Growers North

Acceptance Now #09708 License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 2201 Civic Center Drive, North Las Vegas Owner: RAC Acceptance West

Vertec Eco Lawn Maintenance & Design License type: Property maintenance Address: 1020 Perfect Berm Lane, Henderson Owner: Vertec Eco Lawn Maintenance & Design

All Star Driver Education License type: Instruction services Address: 500 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 300, Las Vegas Owner: Brent Wall

Vestar Green Valley License type: Real estate sales Address: 2225 Village Walk Drive, Suite 171, Henderson Owner: Vestar Green Valley

Title Boxing Club-Henderson License type: Health/fitness Address: 2581 Anthem Village Drive, Henderson Owner: Tracy Impact

VIP Pest Control License type: Repair and maintenance Address: 4706 Valley Drive, Las Vegas Owner: George Dredla

Tomas Jeronimo Agustin License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Jeronimo Agustin

Vitality Bowls #050 License type: Restaurant Address: 7170 N. Durango Drive, Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: Nutrient Café

TRH Development License type: Business space rent or lease Address: 2673 Western Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Tim Haughinberry

Walter Strickland License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 1830 N. Pecos Road, Suite 223, Las Vegas Owner: Walter Strickland

Twearl License types: Designer/draftsman; general retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Twearl & Co.

Wondergear License type: General retail sales Address: 875 S. Grand Central Parkway, Kiosk 47, Las Vegas Owner: K & F Services

Uber License type: Transportation

4 Aces Carpet Cleaning Co. License type: Repair and mainte-

Alpha Group Consulting License type: Merchandise broker Address: 720 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 205, Las Vegas Owner: Shawn Brown

Owner: Anthony Beltran Antojitos Jalisco License type: Restaurant Address: 2510 E. Lake Mead Blvd., North Las Vegas Owner: Pulido Family Corporation Araceli Maurina Gonzalez License type: Independent massage therapist Address: Did not disclose Owner: Araceli Gonzalez Arriba El Norte License type: Catering with alcohol Address: 3977 Vegas Valley Drive, Suites 4-5, Las Vegas Owner: Fidencio Garcia Artifakt Design Group License type: Miscellaneous sales/ services Address: 901 American Pacific Drive, Suite 130, Henderson Owner: 11th Avenue LLC As You Wish Catering License type: Catering with alcohol Address: 4125 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: KH Productions Ashcraft & Barr License type: Professional services Address: 2300 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 900, Las Vegas Owner: Alicia Ashcraft and Jeffrey Barr ASI Landscaping License type: Lawn maintenance Address: 1350 E. Flamingo Road, Suite 317, Las Vegas Owner: All Services Included

American Defense License type: Instruction services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Joseph Politi

Assured Real Estate License type: Real estate sales Address: 160 E. Horizon Drive, Suite B, Henderson Owner: Assured Real Estate

American Locksmith Institute of Nevada License type: School Address: 1625 Athol Ave., Henderson Owner: American Locksmith Institute of Nevada

Banfield Pet Hospital #1896 License type: Professional services — medical Address: 6980 N. Fifth St., North Las Vegas Owner: Medical Management International, Inc.

Angeles Boutique License type: General retail sales Address: 2245 N. Decatur Blvd., Suite J, Las Vegas Owner: Rey Angeles-Pille and Angelica Ulloa-Lopez

Barker Contracting License type: Contractor Address: 2127 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Did not disclose

Anthem’s Pet Sitter License type: Pet services Address: 12 Hammock Dunes Court, Henderson Owner: Vanessa Tiegs Anthony Beltran License type: Real estate sales Address: 9420 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 100, Las Vegas

Baughman and Turner License type: Professional services — land development Address: 1210 Hinson St., Las Vegas Owner: Baughman and Turner Best Meat Co. License type: Restaurant Address: 2362 Lexington St., Las Vegas Owner: Quane Ware

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Address: Did not disclose Owner: Mind on the Move

Road, Suite 140, Las Vegas Owner: Juliet Hebert

Casitas On Cheyenne License type: Apartment house Address: 5507 W. Cheyenne Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Tomo JD

Dionysios Natsis License type: Real estate sales Address: 9580 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 200, Las Vegas Owner: Dionysios Natsis

CBM License type: Repair and maintenance Address: 5550 Painted Mirage Road, Suite 320, Las Vegas Owner: Capital Building Maintenance

Ditronics License type: Automated teller operator Address: 515 Fremont St., Las Vegas Owner: Ditronics Financial Services

CGI Mfg. License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 3365 W. Craig Road, Suite 3, North Las Vegas Owner: CGI Mfg. Cheyenne Pest Control License type: Repair and maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Eugene Wellnitz Concierge Software Design License type: Miscellaneous sales/ services Address: 1696 Clovercrest Court, Henderson Owner: Concierge Software Design Custom Garage Storage Solutions License type: Contractor Address: 2701 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 2076, Las Vegas Owner: Custom Garage Storage Solutions Cynthia McCarter License type: Real estate sales Address: 5550 Painted Mirage Road, Las Vegas Owner: Cynthia McCarter D-Raw Tech LV License type: Designer/draftsman Address: 1417 John Bevy Court, Las Vegas Owner: Ramon Juarez D.A. Inghram License type: Contractor Address: 7021 Snow Hill Road , Las Vegas Owner: Did not disclose D’s Smokeshop and Gifts License type: Product sales including tobacco Address: 10445 Spencer St., Suite 130, Henderson Owner: Rameshwer

Cardiac Imaging License type: Professional services — medical Address: 1075 American Pacific Drive, Suite B, Las Vegas Owner: Sam Kancherlapalli

Delta Gunite and Shotcrete License type: Contractor Address: 120 W. Delhi Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: Delta Gunite and Shotcrete

Cari Marshall Coaching License type: Management or consulting service

Dennis Hebert License type: Real estate sales Address: 5550 Painted Mirage

Ecker Law Group License type: Professional services Address: 3303 Novat St., Las Vegas Owner: Howard Ecker Economy Towing License type: Automobile towing Address: 4618 Lost Creek Court, Las Vegas Owner: Rosa Castaneda Ehsan Realty License type: Real estate sales Address: 9500 Hillwood Drive, Suite 200, Las Vegas Owner: Ehsan Realty Elite Pro Products License type: General retail sales Address: 6130 Elton Ave., Suite 530, Las Vegas Owner: Hinsong Leung Envelopes of Nevada License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 2287 Crestline Loop, Suite A, North Las Vegas Owner: Inland Envelope Co. Enviro-Clean Facility Services License types: Lawn maintenance; trucking Address: 3711 Malner Lane, Las Vegas Owner: Jorge Garcia Erick Pedraza License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 4610 Mohave Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Erick Pedraza Euro Master Tek License type: Automotive garage (major) Address: 3730 Capella Ave., Suite 2, Las Vegas Owner: Carlos Pazramazzini Event Service Solutions License type: Miscellaneous sales/ services Address: 282 Juniper Springs St., Henderson Owner: Event Service Solutions Events With a Twist License type: Catering with alcohol Address: 495 S. Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas Owner: Jennifer Colacion

Events With a Twist License type: Catering with alcohol Addresses: 475 S. Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas; 203 S. Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas; 205 S. Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas Owner: Jennifer Colacion Excellent Collision License type: Storage facility — large Address: 3873 E. Craig Road, Suites 9-10, North Las Vegas Owner: Excellent Collision Eztech Electronics License type: General retail sales Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite E45, Las Vegas Owner: William Woollam and Victor Lazcano Faulkner Wright Fine Art Studio License type: Instruction services Address: Did not disclose Owner: William Wright Fortney & Weygandt License type: Contractor Address: 31269 Bradley Road, Las Vegas Owner: Gregory Freeh Freddie Ramon Design Fine Art Furnishings License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Freddie Ramon Full Circle Events License type: Rental and leasing Address: 6435 Karms Park Court, Las Vegas Owner: Jason Gray and Rudy Lekar Gel Nails & Spa License type: Cosmetology Address: 8221 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 105, Las Vegas Owner: Khuat LLC Glacier Eco Clean Services License type: Repair and maintenance Address: 7416 Spencer St., Las Vegas Owner: Calletano Garcia Global Equity Holdings License type: Collection agency Address: 160 E. Horizon Drive, Suite B, Henderson Owner: Global Equity Holdings Good Chemistry License type: Medical marijuana cultivation facility Address: 491 Eureka Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Good Chemistry Nevada Gort’s Gifts License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 2425 Manchester Bay Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: Stephanie Gort Gracie Barra Las Vegas

License type: Miscellaneous sales/ services Address: 55 S. Gibson Road, Suite 117, Henderson Owner: Las Vegas Jiu Jitsu Greek Delights License type: Restaurant Address: 301 S. Martin L. King Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: It’s Greek to Me Green Therapeutics License type: Medical marijuana production Address: 4635 Andrews St., North Las Vegas Owner: Green Therapeutics Grouchy John’s Coffee License type: Restaurant Address: 6350 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, Las Vegas Owner: Grouchy John’s Coffee Hector Miguel License type: Real estate sales Address: 7495 W. Azure Drive, Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Hector Miguel Hope Medical & Dental Clinic License type: Nonprofit medical Address: 200 Foremaster Lane, Las Vegas Owner: Operation H.O.P.E. Ion Mereuta License type: Real estate sales Address: 777 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Ion Mereuta J Ravage Productions License type: Miscellaneous sales/ service Address: 216 Sharp Edge Ave., North Las Vegas Owner: Lawrence James Burton Jr. James Christensen License type: Professional services Address: 601 S. Sixth St., Las Vegas Owner: James Christensen Jasmine Ice Cream Shop License type: Restaurant Address: 1306 W. Craig Road, Suite A, North Las Vegas Owner: Chavez Holdings Jasmine’s Cleaning Services License type: Janitorial service Address: 5938 Abyss Court, North Las Vegas Owner: Hugo Vivanco JC’s License type: Handyman/maintenance services Address: 3413 Benson Lane, North Las Vegas Owner: JandC’s LLC Jelly the Pug License type: Clothing sales Address: 2831 St. Rose Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson

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Jennifer Wilde License type: Real estate sales Address: 9525 Hillwood Drive, Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Jennifer Wilde

Las Vegas Zemin Ra License type: Management or consulting service Address: 5430 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: Ya Zhou

Jose Pantoja License type: Real estate sales Address: 7942 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Jose Pantoja Joy’s Restaurant License type: Restaurant Address: 1430 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Felix Rivera Jumpstart 911 License type: Towing Address: 4438 Ryder Lane, North Las Vegas Owner: Jumpstart 911 Karin Lawson-Mauck License type: Real estate sales Address: 1820 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 101, Las Vegas Owner: Karin Lawson-Mauck Karl Larsen, O.D. License type: Professional services — medical Address: 8660 W. Cheyenne Ave., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Karl Larsen Karl Larsen, O.D. License type: General retail sales Address: 8660 W. Cheyenne Ave., Suite 120, Las Vegas Owner: Karl Larsen Krista Pasick-Bezner License type: Real estate sales Address: 10750 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 180, Las Vegas Owner: Krista Bezner L Makeup Institute License types: School; general retail sales Address: 440 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 130, Las Vegas Owner: L Makeup Agency & Institute L.A. Laser Hair Removal LV License types: Professional services — medical; general services (counter/office) Address: 621 S. Tonopah Drive, Suite 150, Las Vegas Owner: L.A. Laser Hair Removal LV Las Vegas Auto Sales License type: Automotive sales with minor repair Address: 2100 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Lopez Investment Group Las Vegas Sno License type: Mobile food vendor Address: 439 Rock Quarry Way, North Las Vegas

BUILDING PERMITS $3,598,980, commercial — new 3940 E. Lone Mountain Road, North Las Vegas Momeni Construction $2,831,550, commercial — alteration 4450 N. Walnut Road, North Las Vegas J.S. Leavitt Enterprises $976,000, tenant improvement 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas W2007 Stratosphere Propco $850,000, tenant improvement 411 E. Bonneville Ave., Las Vegas Bank U.S. National Association Trust and C-III Asset Management $813,000, electrical, tenant improvement x2 6605 Grand Montecito Parkway, Las Vegas Waitt-Montecito Real Estate

Las Vegas Rehabilitation Hospital and Healthsouth $278,250, OTC 1025 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas KRG Rampart and D Sink Executive Vice President and CEO $277,000, tenant improvement 740 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas W2007 Arizona Charlie’s Propco $238,827, residential — new 904 Bluebird Hill Ave., North Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $203,900, tenant improvement 300 S. Fourth St., Las Vegas CCRP/AG Bofa Plaza Owner, M. Stefan and S. Anderson $198,944, residential — new x3 820, 824 and 825 Bluebird Hill Ave., North Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $180,767, residential — new x3 2278, 2286 and 2290 Pendray Ave., Henderson Pardee Homes of Nevada $180,000, grading 9945 Bright Angel Way, Las Vegas D.R. Horton $169,621, residential — new 2223 Via Italia, Henderson Did not disclose

$750,000, tenant improvement 8855 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Crossroads Commons

$168,731, residential — new 905 Bluebird Hill Ave., North Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada

$740,000, commercial — addition 4545 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas 4545 West Sahara Ave. LLC

$165,795, residential — new 308 Kindly Way, Henderson Woodside Homes of Nevada

$626,000, tenant improvement 1031 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas KRG Rampart and D Sink Executive Vice President and CEO

$160,084, residential — new 3164 Hazy Hills Ave., Henderson Greystone Nevada

$490,000, commercial — addition 8481 Farm Road, Las Vegas Farm & Durango Investors $470,400, tenant improvement 350 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas Great Wash Park $400,000, tenant improvement 1001 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas KRG Rampart and D Sink Executive Vice President and CEO $310,000, tenant improvement 6900 N. Durango Drive, Las Vegas Valley Health System

$158,975, residential — new 1338 Bear Brook Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes $158,546, residential — new 5741 Petrified Tree Lane, North Las Vegas Beazer Homes Holdings $153,319, residential — new 2294 Pendray Ave., Henderson Pardee Homes of Nevada $153,319, residential — new 800 Gosworth St., Henderson Pardee Homes of Nevada

$300,000, tenant improvement 2390 E. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas C Eagle Spirit

$150,000, commercial — addition 501 Executive Airport Drive, Henderson SDI Industries

$297,700, OTC 1250 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas

$150,000, tenant improvement 7660 W. Cheyenne Ave., Las Vegas 333 MSA Fremont II and GLL Real

Estate Partners $149,659, residential — new 1177 Cold Breeze Drive, Henderson Pulte Homes $149,493, residential — new 312 Kindly Way, Henderson Woodside Homes of Nevada $148,550, residential — new 2259 Palatino St., Henderson KB Home $146,887, residential — new 1358 Bear Brook Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes $145,833, residential — new 2457 Cingoli St., Henderson KB Home $145,000, pool and/or spa 80 Basque Coast St., Las Vegas Romuald and Barbara Pycior $144,669, residential — new 1161 Cold Breeze Drive, Henderson Pulte Homes $141,342, residential — new 23 Porto Malaga St., Henderson Did not disclose $139,900, residential — new 1355 Reef Point Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes $139,900, residential — new 1351 Bear Brook Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes $139,172, residential — new 207 Heathrow Lake Ave., North Las Vegas Woodside Homes of Nevada $138,236, residential — new 796 Gosworth St., Henderson Pardee Homes of Nevada $138,236, residential — new 2282 Pendray Ave., Henderson Pardee Homes of Nevada $136,906, residential — new x3 2912, 2920 and 2922 Tranquil Brook Ave., Henderson Did not disclose $130,584, residential — new 3110 Paladi Ave., Henderson Did not disclose $125,926, residential — new x2 2519 and 2547 Ballatore St., Henderson Did not disclose $124,596, residential — new 1330 Bear Brook Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes $118,103, residential — new x2 211 and 215 Heathrow Lake Ave., North Las Vegas Woodside Homes of Nevada

$117,276, residential — new 2919 Tranquil Brook Ave., Henderson KB Home $115,373, residential — new x3 203, 219 and 223 Heathrow Lake Ave., North Las Vegas Woodside Homes of Nevada $115,000, mechanical 2189 W. Craig Road, North Las Vegas M & K Heating and Cooling Service $114,781, residential — new 2637 Cooper Gallery St., Henderson Beazer Homes Holdings $114,171, residential — new 457 Cornelius Kelly Ave., Henderson Did not disclose $113,837, residential — new x3 5113, 5121 and 5125 Granite Basin St., North Las Vegas Beazer Homes Holdings $113,837, residential — new 1816 Quartz Ridge Court, North Las Vegas Beazer Homes Holdings $113,173, residential — new 2342 Borgaro St., Henderson Did not disclose $113,173, residential — new 2343 Via Firenze, Henderson Did not disclose $106,852, residential — new 388 Pulse Ave., Henderson Richmond American Homes of Nevada $105,000, tenant improvement 5051 Stewart Ave., Las Vegas LDR & Associates, Ten 15 Development and G. Shelton $102,859, residential — new x2 2902 and 2918 Tranquil Brook Ave., Henderson Did not disclose $102,527, residential — new x2 2908 and 2911 Tranquil Brook Ave., Henderson Did not disclose $100,475, residential — new x2 2344 and 2346 Borgaro St., Henderson KB Home $100,315, commercial — alteration 2805 W. Centennial Parkway, North Las Vegas Accelerated Construction

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Category: subcontractors (Ranked by number of permanent full- and part-time employees as of june 27)

Year est.

Employees Specialty

Recent projects

Top local executive

Hirschi Masonry 4120 Losee Road North Las Vegas, NV 89030 702-399-2211 • hirschimasonry.com

2009

500

Masonry

Ford & Riley Elementary, Reverence by Pulte Homes and Axis by Pardee Homes

Chad Hirschi, president/CEO

Helix Electric 3078 E. Sunset Road, Suite 9 Las Vegas, NV 89120 702-732-1188 • helixelectric.com

2001

450

Electrical

Credit One, River Mountain Solar and Fanatics

Victor Fuchs, president

WestCor Cos. 5620 Stephanie St. Las Vegas, NV 89122 702-433-1414 • westcorcompanies.com

1989

418

Carpentry, concrete and masonry

Inspirada, Summerlin and Rhodes Ranch

Michael Coronado, CEO

Tradewinds Construction 1714 W. Bonanza Road Las Vegas, NV 89106 702-310-6088 • tradewindsconstruction. com

1988

185

Carpentry and painting/ decorating

Tivoli Village, Goddard School and Children’s Learning Adventure

Jeffrey Vilkin, president

Commercial Roofers 3865 W. Naples Drive Las Vegas, NV 89103 702-876-1777 • commroof.com

1996

150

Roofing/siding

T-Mobile Arena, Ainsworth Gaming and Henderson Hospital

Scott Howard, president

KHS&S Contractors 6680 Amelia Earhart Court Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-597-3200 • khss.com

1996

Carpentry

Tropicana Bridges, Aria Sky Villas and Palm’s Cafe

Shawn Martin, senior vice president

Cal Pac Painting of Nevada 900 S. Commerce St. Las Vegas, NV 89106 702-383-5144 • calpac.us

1997

Painting/ decorating and painting contractor

Nevada State College, Axis by Pardee and Allegiant Air Headquarters

Sherrie Hermann, president

Sting Alarm 7120 Rafael Ridge Way Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-737-8464 • stingalarm.com

2003

Electrical and security/low voltage

TopGolf

Jon Perry, president

Heritage Surveying 1895 Village Center Circle Las Vegas, NV 89134 702-474-6277 • hs4maps.com

2006

Land surveying

Henderson Hospital, Ikea and Downtown Summerlin

Dennis Layton, president

BEC Environmental 7241 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 120 Las Vegas, NV 89117 702-304-9830 • becnv.com

2002

Environmental consulting

Interstate 11 Boulder City bypass, Rural Desert Southwest Brownfields Coalition and State Brownfields Program

Eileen Christensen, principal

RTC Technology 5840 La Costa Canyon Court, Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89139 702-434-3344 • rtctechnology.com

2007

Structured cabling

Agassi Preparatory Academy and Toll Brothers Community at Summerlin

Sargon Kannya, president

12a

Paragon Pools 7473 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89128 702-251-0500 • paragonpoolslv.com

2001

Commercial swimming pool and spa construction and renovations

Holiday Inn Express — Mesquite, South Beach Luxury Resort Apartments, the Rising Star — Mesquite and the Cove Community Pool in Southern Highlands

Joseph Vassallo, president

12b

Philipp’s Communications 8965 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 120L Las Vegas, NV 89123 702-647-3000 • go-pcc.com

1986

Electrical and telecommunications

Salvation Army, Pointe Flamingo Business Center and Atomic Motors

Clayton Philipp, president

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