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WANT TO OWN CHICKENS?

You don’t have to be a farmer to raise chickens. Local ordinances allow for ownership of poultry either as pets or to raise them to provide food for your family. In five minutes, we’ll make you an expert on which breeds to buy to suit your needs, as well as the time and costs of caring for the birds.

ON THE COVER What politicians say about immigration isn’t exactly the most reliable information available.

FACTS ABOUT IMMIGRATION

In campaign season, the rhetoric gets pretty thick in discussions about people entering this country illegally. We sort fact from fiction when it comes to undocumented immigrants’ effects on the economy and the crime rate in American communities, and explore options for those who came here illegally but want to stay.

BUILD A STADIUM, REBUILD UNLV

A new stadium, which developers are planning, could attract a professional football team and burnish Las Vegas’ credentials as a major-league city. But even without an NFL team, a stadium would give UNLV the cachet to join a major college football conference, which could mean more money to improve all aspects of the university.

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Overcoming the stigma of marijuana Four women who own the Sahara Wellness dispensary are focused on breaking down barriers for people who are uncomfortable seeking medical treatment there.

A new option to get around downtown Expect to see more bicyclists pedaling around the city this year. We explain the ins and outs of a bike-sharing program expected to launch by the end of August.

CELEBRATE LOVE IN LAS VEGAS

Thirteen well-known Las Vegas personalities share their favorite Valentine’s Day experiences.

What’s to come of “Jubilee’s” costumes? John Katsilometes gets the scoop on plans to store the wardrobe of the iconic Strip show that is going dark this week.

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APPEAL OF A NEW COURT

The backlog of cases waiting to heard by the Nevada Supreme Court had reached almost 2,000 by 2014, more than any other state supreme court. Finally, voters decided enough was enough, and an appellate court was established. In just the first year, the impact was substantial. But what happens next?

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Tourists brave rainy weather to take photos in front of the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)

Feb. 2

match booked Officials announced the first boxing match for the T-Mobile Arena, a middleweight championship bout between Canelo Alvarez and Amir Khan on May 7.

Feb. 2

911 hiccup The 911 call system operated by Metro Police was down for more than six hours. It had undergone a $2.3 million upgrade after a similar glitch last year.

Feb. 3

fight the power A group filed a ballot measure that would create a competitive electricity market to effectively end NV Energy’s monopoly through a constitutional amendment.

Feb. 4

education grants Gov. Brian Sandoval awarded $600,000 in grants to boost training programs for workers in science and technology. Recipients included Henderson and CSN.

Feb. 6

rock the vote Former President Bill Clinton will speak at the United Brotherhood of Carpenters International Training Center, encouraging Democrats to vote Feb. 20.

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Number of vacant full-time teaching positions in the Clark County School District as of last week.

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the hopefuls and hopeless on the presidential scene The purplest of purple states, Nevada is a key battleground for Oval Office aspirants. Each week, we rank how the presidential candidates fared in the state and on issues important to its residents. Here’s who had a good week and a bad week.

bernie sanders

marco rubio

ted cruz

donald trump

jeb bush

The results in Iowa proved that Sanders and Hillary Clinton have become neck-andneck, and Sanders will likely do well in New Hampshire. But will he perform as well with more racially diverse groups of voters in South Carolina and Nevada?

Rubio’s third-place finish in Iowa was anything but lackluster. He finished stronger than polls suggested he would, and he did it by getting traction on his message that, unlike his opponents, he’s electable.

Cruz’s win in Iowa could go down as his high-water mark. He put an enormous amount of time, sweat and treasure into winning Iowa; whether he can repeat that level of effort in other states is questionable.

The Trump camp reacted to his loss to Cruz in Iowa by saying the candidate never expected to win the state. But why would he have skipped the recent GOP debate if he didn’t feel he was a lock?

Not only did Bush finish worse in Iowa than his poll numbers suggested he would, but he provided one of the campaign’s most cringeworthy moments when a video of him asking a New Hampshire town hall crowd to “please clap” went viral.

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dreamers duel on twitter When immigration activist and Dreamer Astrid Silva endorsed Hillary Clinton in her bid for the presidency, the national Latino spokeswoman for Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders pushed back on Twitter, calling it a “press hit.” In response, Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid took to Twitter to defend Silva, writing “@Astrid_NV isn’t a ‘press hit.’ She’s my friend, an activist and a hero to so many people across America working for better life.”

Share of Las Vegas-area home sales last year that went to institutional investors. That’s down from 7.6 percent in 2014 and 14.1 percent in 2013, according to RealtyTrac.

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Open enrollment for the Nevada health exchange ended Jan. 31 with 88,145 Nevadans enrolling in government-subsidized health care plans. That’s about 15,000 more people than enrolled in 2015.

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rebels reach for stars The UNLV football program’s 23-player recruiting class included 10 threestar recruits and was ranked 70th nationally by Rivals.com. It’s the most threestar prospects UNLV has signed in one class in program history, and head coach Tony Sanchez expects many to compete for playing time immediately.

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UNLV fans continue to cheer on their team despite trailing against San Diego State at the Thomas & Mack Center. The Rebels would lose the game, 67-52. (L.E. Baskow/staff)

Listing price of a CVS-occupied retail property at the base of the Sky Las Vegas condo tower on the north Strip. The seller, Capital Square Realty Advisors, bought the store in 2014 for about $33.3 million.

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want to keep a pet chicken?

What are the laws regarding chickens? n If you live in Las Vegas ... n If you live in another municipality ... On Oct. 21, 2009, Las Vegas enacted a municipal code Henderson’s codes are specifying rules for owning poultry. virtually identical to Las The law requires that chickens Vegas’. must be kept confined at all times The rules in North Las within an outbuilding, a coop or Vegas vary slightly. There, an enclosed runway that is clean chickens can be kept and free of odors, animal without written consent waste, rodents and flies. as long as they aren’t Chickens cannot be within 60 feet of NOTE: kept in a house, another residence. Even if all basement or cellar. Roosters are municipal rules Also, hens are prohibited. are followed, permitted with most homeowners neighbors’ consent; associations roosters are prohibit poultry prohibited if there as pets. is another residence within 350 feet.

By Jesse Granger | staff writer

Step aside, cats and dogs. Chickens could be moving into a backyard near you. ¶ City dwellers across the country, including in the Las Vegas Valley, increasingly are channeling their inner farmers and choosing feathered friends over traditional pets. ¶ And although Southern Nevada’s weather isn’t ideally suited for raising chickens, it isn’t impossible. There even are Mediterranean breeds that thrive in hot climates. ¶ Some people enjoy the birds as companions, while others take pride in harvesting freshly laid eggs in their backyards. ¶ Raising chickens in the city, however, isn’t without challenges, and knowing the hoops to jump through before making the leap into poultry ownership is important.

Should I get a rooster? Roosters are outlawed in most urban areas. While many people are familiar with the birds’ morning crow, they tend to be vocal all day. Experts strongly discourage people from owning roosters, especially if the owners are new to raising chickens. Roosters aren’t needed for hens to lay eggs. However, to hatch baby chicks, a rooster must fertilize the eggs.

why do people own chickens?

BEST BREEDS FOR EGGS

Eggs

Meat

Some chickens, such as production red hens, can lay as many as 280 eggs per year. That’s a lot of omelets.

Chicken is the most consumed meat in the United States. The average American eats almost 60 pounds a year, according to the Earth Policy Institute. Backyard farming enables owners to raise chickens naturally and organically.

Rhode Island Red medium brown eggs

Leghorn extra-large white eggs

Buff Orpington large brown eggs

Black Star large brown eggs

Ameraucana blue, green and cream eggs

Cornish Cross

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The average life expectancy of a chicken is 6 to 12 years. Generally, the smaller the breed, the longer the birds live.

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CHICKEN CARE ESSENTIALS Chickens need care that goes beyond food and water. ■ Shelter Chickens must have shelter to protect them from predators and temperature extremes. In Southern Nevada, they also need shade to shield them from the scorching summer sun. Shelters should be insulated and well ventilated, with straw bedding for comfort. ■ Nesting space Hens need a nestbox in which to lay their eggs. They also enjoy dustbathing in loose dirt, sand or peat, and pecking, scratching and foraging in grass.

HOW MANY CHICKENS SHOULD I TAKE ON? Chickens are flock animals, so while keeping a single chicken is possible, it’s not ideal. The birds thrive on social interaction, so owning two or three is much healthier for them. For those raising chickens for egg production, experts recommend two hens per family member to produce a sufficient amount of eggs.

A coop

Incubator

Chicken coops and pens can range in price from $20 to $2,600. Many reasonably sized coops are available for less than $500.

To hatch chickens, an incubator is necessary. Mini incubators that fit five eggs are sold for about $100, but cabinet incubators can cost upward of $2,000.

BONUS Fertilizer Chickens produce an effective fertilizer. Their waste can be treated and added to a compost pile or used in a garden to speed plants’ growth.

■ Daily attention Backyard chickens become entirely dependent on their human owners, both for care and companionship. Be sure to spend time daily watching and interacting with them.

WHERE SHOULD I GET MY CHICKENS? The easiest way to acquire chickens in Las Vegas is to adopt one from Barn Buddies Rescue, 7222 W. Grand Teton Drive, Las Vegas. The nonprofit has helped house displaced farm animals since 1961 and offers a number of poultry for adoption. An alternative route is to order baby chicks online for delivery to your home. A popular site is eFowl. com, based in Denver. The site sells chickens for as little as $2.41 each but requires a minimum order of 10 hatchlings. Most orders ship in one to three weeks.

Food

Medical care

Chicken feed can be bought in 50-pound bags. Feeding five to 10 chickens typically costs $20 to $25 a month.

Like other pets, chickens can require veterinary care if they become ill or injured. Exams can cost upward of $100.

B E S T B R E E D S F O R M E AT

BEST BREEDS FOR PETS

PETS

Jersey Giant

Delaware

Dorking

Buckeye

Chickens are energetic, inquisitive and friendly. But the decision to keep them should not be made lightly, as chickens require dedicated, consistent care.

White Bantam Brahma

Partridge Silkie

Golden-Laced Polish

Barred Plymouth Rock

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REASON #1 Immigrants contribute an estimated $12 billion in taxes nationally.

WHY WE

NEED

IMMIGRANTS

Donald Trump would have you believe that Mexican immigrants, as a general rule, bring drugs and crime into the United States and are rapists. ¶ And millions of Trump’s fellow citizens have no problem accepting that broad-brush characterization as fact: Sixteen percent of Americans think Mexican immigrants are “undesirables” — such as criminals — according to a Washington Post/ABC News poll. ¶ Amid such sentiments, comments by Trump and those who echo him have fueled a volatile discussion about immigration policy nationally — a conversation that has proved particularly pressing in Nevada. Comments about immigrants and crime have struck a nerve among many in the Latino community here, the state with the highest share of undocumented immigrants in the country. ¶ So what’s the reality? It’s not Trump’s characterization. Immigrants aren’t any more likely to commit crime than U.S. citizens, and they contribute billions of dollars each year to the national economy, studies show. ¶ As the debate over immigration rages on, here’s more about the facts beyond the rhetoric. SEE IMMIGRANTS, PAGE 15

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REASON #2

THEY CONTRIBUTE BILLIONS TO OUR ECONOMY AND, DESPITE MISCONCEPTIONS, THEY DON’T COMMIT ANY MORE CRIMES THAN THE REST OF US

If undocumented immigrants were given legal status, Nevada alone would see a $9 million increase in tax revenue.

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REASON #3 In Nevada, they account for more than a quarter of the workforce. If they were to leave, the state would lose a significant amount of money.

immigrants ARENâ€™T COMMITtING AS MUCH CRIME AS some argue Nationwide, law enforcement counted 11,302,102 total arrests in 2013

Of that 1.8 percent, here are the crimes they committed

only 1.8% of arrests were CRIMINAL ALIENS later deported Itâ€™s unclear how many of those deported were arrested during the calendar year, or how many arrests were made of undocumented immigrants who were not later deported.

Criminal traffic offenses 15%

Immigration 31.3%

Forgery 1.5%

Dangerous drugs 15.4%

Weapons offenses 2.7%

Burglary 2.8%

Fraudulent activity 2.6%

Larceny 2.7% Sources: Federal Bureau of Investigation; U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Assault 10.2%

All other categories, including unknown 14.2%

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Salvadoran, Guatemalan

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.52% 3.01%

Columbian, Ecuadorian, Peruvian

.8% 2.37%

.7%

Mexican

5.9%

2.51%

Dominican

Inmate citizenship in the united states A comprehensive study on the nationalities of the entire U.S. prison population has not been conducted since 2000, when a University of California, Irvine, group published its findings comparing men age 18-39 who were foreign-born vs. U.S.-born. Itâ€™s a study often cited by immigration activists. The study did not include women, because statistically speaking, men commit more crimes, making them a more widely studied group.

3.71%

2.22%

Cuban

4.2%

4.55%

Puerto Rican

By November 2015, the percentage of inmates in federal prisons who were Mexican had reached 15 percent â€” more than twice the percentage of all other foreign-born inmates.

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5.37%

Indian

.11% .99%

Chinese, Taiwanese

Korean

i n m at e s i n f e d e r a l p r i s o n i n 2 0 1 5 .18% .65%

Columbia .9%

.26%

Mexico 15.3%

.93%

Filipino

United States

.46%

77.4%

5.6% Laotian, Cambodian

Dominican Republic .9% Other/ Unknown 4.9%

.38% 1.22%

Vietnamese

Cuba .6%

.92% 7.26%

White, non-Hispanic

.57% 1.71%

Black, non-Hispanic

2.47% 11.61%

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Foreign Born

source: migration policy institute

U.S. Born

What about the women? Statistically, men commit more crime than women, which makes them a more widely studied group.

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First, some broad numbers for context. Nevada’s immigrant population, documented and undocumented, has ballooned over the past couple of decades. In 1990, immigrants represented 9 percent of Nevada’s population. As of 2013, that share had more than doubled to 19 percent, or 529,164 immigrants, according to the Pew Research Center. Today, about 1 in 5 Nevadans was born outside of the country. Nevada also boasts the highest share of undocumented immigrants of any state. Its 210,000 undocumented immigrants make up 8 percent of the state’s population, and more than two-thirds of them hail from Mexico. It was only in the past decade, however, that Las Vegas emerged as a gateway city for immigrants, both documented and undocumented, UNLV professor John Tuman said. Las Vegas has a continual demand for labor in its hospitality, construction and retail industries — jobs that immigrants often and easily fill, he said. In fact, immigration from Latin America fueled the demand for labor during the housing boom of the early 2000s, Tuman said. Immigration soared for a number of years until the Great Recession hit, residential construction crashed and immigration slowed. The number of undocumented immigrants in Nevada fell by 40,000 between 2008 and 2010. “Nevada and Las Vegas were so hard hit with the emergence of the Great Recession,” Tuman said. “Residential construction came to a standstill, and the Latino unemployment rate increased. It was far higher than the rates for whites.” nnn

Now, immigration — including unauthorized immigration — has picked up again along with the economic recovery, Tuman said. Immigrants, authorized and unauthorized, account for a substantial portion of the state’s workforce — about a quarter — with undocumented immigrants at about 10.2 percent. Across the country, undocumented immigrants pay an estimated $12 billion in state and local taxes. In Nevada, they pay an estimated $94 million in sales and property taxes — a more moderate amount than other states because Nevada doesn’t have a state income tax. A Brookings Mountain West study of Mexican-born immigrants in Nevada showed the primary reason for moving to the United States was to improve the immigrant’s economic situation. Other reasons include coming with parents, reuniting with family members and education. “If undocumented immigrants were to leave Nevada, the state would lose a significant amount of money,” UNLV law professor Fatma Marouf said. “I don’t know if people realize what percentage of the population is foreign.” Last fall, President Barack Obama announced a series of executive actions on immigration that expand the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program — which allows undocumented immigrants brought into the United States as children two-year deportation deferrals and work permits — and create a simi-

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lar program to defer action for parents of citizens and lawful permanent residents. However, the expansion of DACA and the creation of DAPA are temporarily on hold as the issue winds through the court system. Experts say that the implementation of these programs could be an economic boon to the country. According to a study by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy, Nevada could see a $3 million increase in tax revenue if Obama’s executive action gets out of the courts, and a $9 million increase if all undocumented immigrants were to be given permanent legal residence. Those numbers are smaller in Nevada because there is no state income tax. But in 2012, undocumented immigrants paid almost $12 billion in state and local taxes, and that number could increase by $845 million should the president’s executive actions go into effect. “The deferred action program would be immensely beneficial to people who are sending their kids to school with our kids,” UNLV law professor Michael Kagan said. “By raising their immigration status, people will be able to significantly raise their income — and that would be beneficial to our economy.” nnn

In recent years, the Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office has shifted its priority to focus on deporting undocumented immigrants with criminal convictions, starting with the Secure Communities program in 2008. Current enforcement priorities, released in October by Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson, continue this trend, with Obama promising to deport “felons, not families.” “If you take the president at his word, you don’t want to see people with no criminal convictions subject to deportation,” Kagan said. “The administration has been working to bring that number down and bring the number of those with criminal convictions up.” Although data show that the share of criminals in the population of deported individuals has increased over the past five years, experts attribute the increase not to increasing criminality of immigrants but to immigration enforcement priorities. Experts say this has led to one major misperception about immigrants: that they increase the amount of crime in communities where they live. Though local data on removals of undocumented immigrants with criminal convictions are not available, national data from 2013 show the biggest share of those removals, 32 percent, were for immigration offenses, including entry and re-entry, false claims to citizenship and alien smuggling. Dangerous drug offenses — which include the manufacturing, sale and possession of illegal drugs, including marijuana — and criminal traffic offenses such as hit-and-runs or driving under the influence accounted for 15 percent each. Assault, burglary, weapons offenses and larceny accounted for 18 percent. Rape and homicide weren’t listed as separate categories, but lumped into the “other” category. All criminal offenses made up about 82 percent of removals inside the United States. Almost immigrants, Continued on page 17

REASON #4 Studies show immigration leads to a decrease in crime

“If undocumented immigrants were to leave Nevada, the state would lose a significant amount of money. I don’t know if people realize what percentage of the population is foreign.” — Fatma Marouf UNLV law professor

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“The reality is that undocumented immigrants are in the country to work and be with their families — and, in some cases, to flee from serious harm elsewhere. It’s a misnomer to think about them as criminals.” Michael Kagan UNLV Law Professor

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all noncriminals who were removed from the country were recent border crossers, repeat immigration violators or immigration court fugitives. Even then, what might be pressed as a criminal charge for an undocumented immigrant might not even result in an arrest for a citizen. Two petty larceny offenses do not result in an arrest for a citizen — it’s a ticket, Kagan said. But it can make a person deportable if he or she is not a lawful resident. Additionally, while citizens can try to show remorse, do community service or pay restitution in another way, immigrants are immediately deported and numbered among the criminals, Kagan said. “There’s a clash between the criminal justice taken by our own local courts and legal system, representing a community where the crime takes place, and the federal government,” Kagan said. The majority of studies have shown that immigration actually leads to a decrease in crime rather than an increase. A recent report from the American Immigration Council shows that immigrants, documented and undocumented, are less likely to commit serious crimes and be behind bars than those born in the U.S. The study points to the fact that, though the share of immigrants in the U.S. population increased between 1990 and 2013, FBI data show violent crime rates and property crime rates fell by 48 percent and 41 percent, respectively. Even the Center for Immigration Studies, a research organization that supports low immigration, reviewed all of the studies on crime and immigration and found “it would be a mistake to assume that immigrants as a group are more prone to crime than other groups, or that they should be viewed with more suspicion than others.” “The reality is that undocumented immigrants are in the country to work and be with their families — and, in some cases, to flee from serious harm elsewhere,” Kagan said. “It’s a misnomer to think about them as criminals.” Immigration attorney Roland Velasquez says the majority of his clients come to him after getting tangled up in deportation proceedings after an encounter with law enforcement. Some of his clients are surprised, not realizing that such encounters could put them on the track for deportation. “The people who are most in shock are the ones who have DUI’s. For criminal purposes, it’s a violation,” Velasquez said. “But people don’t realize it still can become an

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enforcement priority.” But some of his other clients find themselves entangled in deportation proceedings after having an application for a benefit, such as a green card, denied by the federal government. Regardless of any criminal convictions, the easiest charge for the government to pursue is “entry without inspection,” Velasquez said. “They say, ‘We think you came here without papers,’ ” Velasquez said. “And then they have to prove they have papers.” ■■■

For immigrants, it’s not always clear whether someone is eligible for citizenship or, if they are undocumented, what kind of relief for which they might be eligible. For instance, those eligible for citizenship often think they will have to give up their homes in Mexico or that they have to wait until they turn 65 to take the citizenship test, said Astrid Silva, organizing director of the Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada. That’s why the organization helps host citizenship workshops. “People say, ‘Oh, I can’t pass the English exam. How long is the essay?’ ” Silva said. “People are under the false impression that you have to recite a Shakespeare play or something.” The organization also is working to help undocumented immigrants receive various forms of relief from the government, like applying for DACA status or a U-visa, relief for victims of crime in the United States. “It’s crazy how many people are eligible for DACA and DAPA and don’t know it,” Silva said. Last session, the Nevada Legislature passed several immigration-reform bills, including one that makes it easier for immigrants with temporary legal status to get teaching licenses. For now, supporters of immigration reform in Las Vegas have their sights set on the national stage, registering voters for the February caucuses in Nevada and pressing presidential candidates to talk about immigration, PLAN communications director Laura Martin said. “People come here wanting a better life. They’re in love. They want to strengthen their family. It’s not anything nefarious like our friend Donald Trump says,” Martin said. “It doesn’t matter who you support, but you have to pay attention to what people are saying. I think maybe the only thing worse than not voting at all is not doing your homework.”

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Can the stigma go up in smoke? Women break down barriers for those uncomfortable with seeking medical marijuana By Bobbie Katz Special to The Sunday

The building is windowless, locked behind a gate and monitored 24/7 by a security guard. Inside, however, it is warm and inviting. There is art, a fountain and brightly lit displays showcasing goods. The owners of Sahara Wellness — Nevada’s first all-female-owned medical marijuana dispensary — know their industry can be intimidating for many people. While certain measures must be taken for the security of customers and employees, Brenda Gunsallus, Alex Davis, Paula Newman and Stacey Huffman aim to make their facility welcoming to everyone, particularly women, who the owners say often are uncomfortable with using marijuana as a medical treatment because of the stigma attached to the herb. “We are going to host classes and seminars, and have nurses come in to meet people and share their experiences,” said Gunsallus, general manager of the dispensary. “I also go over the process and the different strains oneon-one. What I feel makes us different as women owners is that we are going to spend time with each of our patients and get to know them as individuals. We really want to take care of them and make them feel safe and secure. Our motto is ‘patients over profits.’ ” The women said they were inspired to enter the field by friends who suffered from seizures and other maladies, and were helped by medical marijuana. “I met a 14-year-old girl who had been having 15 to 25 seizures a day, and six months after starting cannabis treatment, she was bowling and living a normal life,” Gunsallus said. “We just want to help people, and our major goal is to make everyone comfortable in seeking treatment, especially women and the elderly, who may be reticent because of the stigma of marijuana.” Located at 420 E. Sahara Ave. in Las Vegas, the dispensary offers products and services to anyone in possession of a medical marijuana card. The women say they didn’t know that 420 was a code term for cannabis consumption until people started congratulating them on their address. Marijuana has been touted for treating a variety of conditions — cancer, colitis, panic disorder, autism, appetite loss, arthritis, social anxiety, gastritis and glau-

Sahara Wellness, at 420 E. Sahara Ave., is the first all-female-owned medical marijuana dispensary in Las Vegas. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)

Sahara Wellness owners, from left, Alex Davis, Stacey Huffman, Brenda Gunsallus and Paula Newman, said they were inspired to open a marijuana dispensary by friends who suffered from seizures and other maladies. (COURTESY)

coma, to name a few — and the owners plan to teach customers which strains and forms of cannabis are best to treat specific problems. Cannabinoids are the chemical compounds secreted by cannabis that are used for medicinal purposes, while THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, has more of a euphoric effect. “Marijuana is real medicine,” Gunsallus said. Cannabinoids can be extracted as an oil and infused in food, candy, soda, tea, honey, peanut butter, chocolate and more. For medical relief, people can drink, vaporize or rub themselves with marijuana,

in tinctures, tonics, balms, salves, lotions, sprays or ointments. The owners of Sahara Wellness plan to open a cultivation company, Circle S Farms, in North Las Vegas in March or April. “There, the oil will be able to be put into tablets or capsules if the patient desires,” Gunsallus said. “The point is that people don’t have to smoke it.” On the walls of Sahara Wellness are huge menus that list marijuana varieties. The dispensary sells varying amounts of marijuana, from a gram to a quarter of an ounce, and has large glass cases offering

paraphernalia. Prices vary, but an eighth of an ounce typically costs about $50 plus tax. Only cash is accepted. “There are different strains of marijuana to help different ailments,” Gunsallus said. “The different strains are from different plants. We offer 18 strains and will be adding more as they become available.” Cookie Cross is good for severe pain, nausea and appetite loss; Pineapple Express, which is high in cannabinoids, is good for energy; Lavender treats anxiety; Strawberry Cough helps ease stress, and 9 lb. Hammer is good for pain. “We recommend that a person start with the lowest dosage and work his or her way up,” Gunsallus said. “But people make their own decisions and administer it themselves or via their doctor.” Cannabis also can be given to animals that have seizures. Sahara Wellness gets its product from city-approved cultivators such as Green Life and Deep Roots, and the owners say they will continue to carry approved strains even when they open Circle S Farms. “This is a small industry, and we are learning together,” Gunsallus said. “We are willing to work together to ensure that it’s a patient-friendly industry. It is highly regulated, and we all want to make sure we are all following the rules and that the medicine is safe for patients.”

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HOW DOES THE SYSTEM WORK? Users sign up online or pay at a kiosk at a bike station. Then they choose a bike, go for a ride and return the bike to any BCycle station.

HOW MANY BIKES WILL BE AVAILABLE ? There will be 180 bikes in the Las Vegas system.

WHEN WILL THE BIKES BE AVAILABLE ? The bikes should be available for use 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Other cities restrict bike use based on weather, but Las Vegas’ mild climate should make bike use possible year-round.

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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? An annual membership likely will cost $65 to $85, similar to the rate in other cities. Annual memberships give users unlimited access to bikes for 30-minute trips. What that means: You can ride a bike longer than 30 minutes, but you would need to check it in and out of another station to reset the clock. If you ride it longer than 30 minutes without checking it in, you will be charged a fee for every additional half hour. The 30-minute rule exists to ensure a steady supply of bikes. So if you’re bicycling to meet a friend for coffee, you should find a nearby station to check in the bicycle while you’re enjoying a cup of joe. RTC officials say the 18 bike stations will be located conveniently across downtown to make this possible. A day pass likely will cost $6 to $8. Three-day and month-long passes may be available as well, but pricing has not been finalized for any form of rental.

WILL THE BIKES BE ADJUSTABLE? Yes. The seats adjust to fit people ranging in height from 4 feet, 11 inches to 6 feet, 5 inches.

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WHERE WILL THE BIKE STATIONS BE? Eighteen bike stations will be spread across a 1.5-square-mile service area, from the Stratosphere to Stewart Avenue. A bike station is planned for the Bonneville Transit Center to link RTC bus riders with bikes, but other station locations have not been determined. RTC officials are conducting a survey to gauge where people want stations.

WHAT WILL THE BIKES LOOK LIKE?

HOW MUCH WILL THIS SYSTEM COST TAXPAYERS?

Las Vegas will receive BCycle’s 2.0 bikes, which are lighter than the firstgeneration bikes used in other cities. The bikes feature baskets, headlights, tail lights and a three-speed internal gear hub.

The 180 bikes, 18 stations and backend support systems will cost about $1 million. A federal grant paid for about 95 percent of the equipment, and the RTC will cover the rest.

WILL HELMETS BE PROVIDED?

WILL THE BCYCLE SYSTEM BE EXPANDED TO OTHER PARTS OF THE VALLEY?

No, but the RTC may explore providing helmets through a third-party sponsor. Bicyclists are encouraged to bring their own helmets. Nevada law does not require bicyclists to wear helmets.

Probably. If the program is successful, the RTC hopes to add stations downtown and expand the system’s boundaries. Officials also are exploring the feasibility of a bikesharing system on the UNLV campus.

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WHAT OTHER CITIES HAVE BCYCLE SYSTEM S?

If a user leaves a bike unattended and it gets stolen, the cost of the bike would be applied to his or her credit card. That’s why users are encouraged to check in bikes at stations near their destinations. The bike stations are secure. BCycle stations in other cities have experienced few incidents of theft.

Forty-one communities in the United States and South America have BCycle systems, including Denver, Salt Lake City, Houston, Nashville, Charlotte and Cincinnati.

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Debt settlement is one of the three major forms of personal-debt relief. The other two are debt consolidation and bankruptcy. ¶ Debt settlement is when a debtor and a creditor agree on a reduced amount to negotiate the original amount owed. This may sound like the ideal solution for anyone stuck in debt and, in some cases, it may be the best available option. However, debt relief processes are rarely — if ever — a simple task. ¶ Unfortunately, most debt-relief information on the Internet is riddled with general judah misconceptions, conflicting information and unreliable sources. Debtzakalik settlement information is some of the worst, with a lot of information steering the consumer back toward debt consolidation or counseling instead. What is the difference between debt settlement and debt consolidation?

Debt consolidation A debtor can take out a single large loan to pay off multiple smaller ones. The main problem with this option is you will Why would generally pay more than you originally a creditor allow a owed in the first place. Banks love debtor to settle? this. They get paid back (in full plus On the creditor side, accepting interest) and keep you saddled a small payoff now is better than with debt longer. potentially getting nothing in the future. In other words, a settlement pays the creditor something whereas if the debtor files bankruptcy (Chapter 7) the creditor What are the advantages to debt settlement? gets nothing. Just like settling a lawsuit out The two biggest advantages are being able to get out of the debt for less money than of court, you can settle your debt before originally owed, and doing so without filing a bankruptcy. Other advantages include: anyone ever sues you. In fact, most n Repaying debt in less time n Advance protection from creditor creditors would rather settle than sue than had they not settled lawsuits (when a proper settlement is you. The primary reason for this is executed, creditors cannot sue on the that debt-based lawsuits often n Debtors with multiple debts can choose result in the debtor filing a which accounts to settle and which not to (as account) bankruptcy. opposed to bankruptcy, where all outstanding n Creditor calls must stop once a debts must be included in the filing) settlement is completed

Debt settlement This process eliminates your debt by working with your creditors or collectors, one-at-a-time, to forgive the balance you owe by taking a smaller payoff instead. Settlements vary, but most people can get out of debt for 20 to 40 percent of what they owe, saving them 60 to 80 percent.

What are the disadvantages of debt settlement? One of the biggest disadvantages to debt settlement is that the debtor needs to have the cash on-hand to pay the settlement when it’s finalized, because settlements rarely allow for payment plans. When hiring someone to help you with debt settlement, make sure you can meet your settlement plan’s timelines. The other main disadvantage is that, though your credit report won’t reflect a bankruptcy, it will still take a hit after a settlement. Credit reports reflect settled accounts and/or that the payments fell behind and weren’t paid in full. Other disadvantages may include:

n Debtors who attempt to handle settlements on their own, without legal counsel, can sometimes think they’ve settled the loan properly but really haven’t n Settlements can cost more money out-ofpocket than a bankruptcy filing

n In some cases, there may be tax consequences. Anyone involved in debt settlement should consult their tax professional n Settlement programs that take longer than 12 months to finish have a high failure rate

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Marios Ignadiou, head of the “Jubilee” costume shop, holds up a headpiece from the Disco number at Bally’s. (staff file)

‘Jubilee’ costumes will not lose their sparkle

o the millions who have seen “Jubilee” over its 34-year history, the costumes have been as much a part of the show as the performers. They are stars unto themselves, these grand garments, which boast such nicknames as Mohawk and Swirl. More than 8,000 miles of sequins have been used in this production, which boasts headpieces as high as 2 feet and costumes that weigh upward of 20 pounds. And there is the famous claim that the worldwide shortage of Swarovski crystals in 1981 — when the show opened — was due to the high volume of such bling used in “Jubilee.” The costumes are timeless and have been described as priceless, but their cost can be quantified. The crystal-encrusted tuxedoes worn by the men cost $10,000 apiece. Each costume worn by the women in the “Red Feather” show-closing scene cost $7,000, and at the show’s peak, 18 stagehands in the wardrobe department kept the “Jubilee” wardrobe in mint condition. So with the closing of the production upon us, the epitaph written after the performance of Feb. 11, what happens to this wondrous wardrobe? The cos-

production at the theater, tumes and sets are propwhich somehow advances erty of host hotel Bally’s, the art of showgirl presenand thus will be kept in a tation in Las Vegas. But unsort of production-show til then, there is no plan to limbo. display any of the costumes According to Caesars or sets. Palace officials, the plan Until such a show opens, is for the costumes and the last time we’ll see Mosets to be stored in the hawk and Swirl and all of underground fortress of John their dazzling contempothe Jubilee Theater at Katsilometes raries is Feb. 11. Make sure Bally’s. There, they will the final bow is extra long, await a possible resurcovering 34 years, a famous rection onstage — but be fire and a worldwide dearth of crystals. kept out of the public eye. This underground space is the area n Reports from the Las Vegas that was flooded and left thick with Convention and Visitors Association soot after the fire that raced through indicate that Super Bowl weekend the MGM Grand on Nov. 21, 1980. is another touchdown for Las Vegas That area, in what was then called the (could not resist the gridiron metaphor Ziegfeld Theater, was rare for the hotel there). in that it was equipped with a sprinEven with 1,300 fewer hotel rooms kler system. Those overhead devices offered across the greater Las Vegas were activated during the fire and left a area compared with a year ago, nearly 3-foot pool of water in the 30-foot pit. 300,000 visitors were expected to hit About 1,000 costumes had to be rethe city during Super Bowl weekend. placed. Those are the gowns, headpiecThe official number was about es and tuxes — laden with provenance 296,000, comparable to last year’s and crystals — worn onstage today. reported total of a little more than The hope is that some of these 300,000, with a little less than $124 milcostumes can be used in an upcoming lion in direct economic activity for the

valley. The expected citywide hotelroom occupancy of 86.5 percent was slightly better (by 0.9 percent) than last year’s recorded number. By comparison, 340,000 visitors hit the city for New Year’s Eve. n The Mob Museum, one of our favorite places to send the family on visits to VegasVille, is celebrating its fourth anniversary Feb. 13-14, with a preview of crime-scene evidence from the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. The new items include a first public display of the bullets removed from the bodies of the seven victims of Bugs Moran’s gang who were (allegedly) lined up and gunned down by Al Capone’s henchmen Feb. 14, 1929, in Chicago. Other items are bullet fragments, shell casings, “test” bullets from the Tommy guns used in the assault, and the coroner’s documents and reports drafted by Dr. Calvin Goddard. His groundbreaking work in the field of ballistic science helped identify the weapons used in the murders. A segment of the original wall and a video documentary outlining the events surrounding the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre were unveiled Feb. 14, 2012, the day the Mob Museum opened.

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the inner workings of an emergency room For most of us who have been patients at the emergency room, our focus has been on receiving quick, quality care so we can leave as soon as possible. Most people don’t focus on the complicated, high-stakes world of emergency medicine. Josh Hedden, ED Director, and Dr. Clarence Dunagan, ED Medical Director and MountainView Chief of Staff, share some behind-the-scenes information about how an emergency room works.

What makes the ER different from other departments in the hospital? Emergency medicine is unlike other medical specialties because of the vast range of patients, illnesses and injuries. “You truly have to know at least a little bit about everything — you can have a 2-day-old baby come in one second, followed by a 101-year-old grandmother the next,” Dunagan said. Because emergency rooms see everything from heart attacks to simple but unexplained aches and pains, a carefully coordinated effort by all members of the ER staff is required to ensure patients are getting proper care. “All ER nurses and physicians are trained to deal with all the variances present in the ER. They are able to adapt and prioritize if something more urgent comes in,” Hedden said. From registration to discharge, everyone working in the emergency room is trained to expect, and respond to, the unexpected.

who works in the ER? Still a relatively new specialty (training programs began in the 1970s), emergency medicine has grown Is the ER as significantly in the past 40 years. dramatic as it seems “It’s become a very popular in movies and TV? specialty for doctors because it The emergency room can be attracts someone who can deal hectic, chaotic and intense, but with high-pressure situations most patients going to the ER will in a timely manner, but also be able to walk out that day. “The vast someone who can shift gears majority of the patients we see have very and do a lot of primary care, low-acuity complaints. At MountainView, as well,” Dunagan said. He we admit about a quarter of ER patients, also noted that emergency which means that almost three quarters medicine constantly evolves of everyone who comes to the ER as medical technology does, are well enough to go home after with new advances giving their evaluation and treatment,” practitioners more efficient ways Dunagan said. to do their job.

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Many emergency rooms will see hundreds of patients a day, so keeping incoming and outgoing patients organized and getting patients seen promptly can be tricky. ERs prioritize the order in which incoming patients are treated based on the severity of their condition. “A simple cold or laceration will not go ahead of a patient suffering from a stroke or a heart attack. We try our best to be respectful of patients’ time, but we must prioritize by severity to ensure the safety of all our patients,” Hedden said.

1 Condition is assessed When a patient arrives at the ER, the first thing he or she does is check in and receive an initial assessment, often called triage. At some ERs, triage takes place in a designated area of the lobby or within designated triage rooms. “At our ER, we have physician’s assistants or nurse practitioners who greet patients in the lobby as they come in and get their treatment started,” Hedden said. This could mean ordering preliminary tests or lab work, counseling the patient on his or her condition and/or escalating the patient’s care immediately. It is during the triage process that the severity of the patient’s condition is evaluated.

2 Patients must register Once triage has been completed, patients will register — an important step for helping streamline relevant medical information and billing — before being seen by a physician. Depending on the severity of the patient’s condition, he or she will either be seen right away or will have to wait until a doctor is available.

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3 Patients see a doctor “On a busy day, one doctor might be caring for up to 12 patients simultaneously, so it can require lots of multitasking. There is an incredible amount of objective data to sort through and interpret, such as CT scans, lab results, EKGs, X-rays, ultrasounds and previous medical records,” Dunagan said. To help process the patient’s medical information and gather all the necessary relevant data, some ERs use scribes to help free up the doctors’ time, allowing them to spend the majority of their time with patients.

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porter-braised Beef stew Recipe provided by Chef Anthony Meidenbauer, corporate executive chef of Block 16 Hospitality

Beef stew is a warm and hearty dish any home cook can feel good about trying on a cold night. “This is an easy home version of our porter-braised short rib at Public House,” chef Anthony Meidenbauer said. “I’ve converted it into a simple stew for the slow cooker. It’s always a family favorite.”

ingredients

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makes 4-6 servings

1. In a small bowl, mix flour with beef stock until smooth.

2 lbs beef stew meat

1 cup Deschuetes Black Butte porter beer

1 cup red wine

3 garlic cloves

2 shallots, sliced

1 onion, diced

2 carrots, peeled and diced

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mashed potatoes

1 cup sliced mushrooms

2 celery stalks, diced

2 tbsp tomato paste

2 cups beef stock

3 sprigs fresh thyme

1 tbsp flour

2. Place all ingredients in a slow cooker and set on low for 8 hours. 3. Once complete, remove thyme sprigs, season with salt and pepper to taste.

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how to celebrate love in las vegas

One of the best-kept secrets for a romantic dinner is the Steak House at Circus Circus. It’s quiet, intimate and surprisingly affordable. It serves the best filet mignon I’ve ever had, plus a tasty pinot noir. After our dinner, we saw “Zumanity,” which is definitely the sexier side of Cirque. The contortion act gives you ideas for new positions of your own; it definitely puts you in the mood for a tumble between the sheets. Then we went on to the Bellagio to watch the fountains with a glass of Champagne before retiring for the evening. It was an incredible night that has yet to be topped.”

“There’s something special about Nobu at Caesars Palace; it serves the greatest sushi on the planet. We went there for sushi and sake, because sake is always fun on Valentine’s Day! Then we walked the Strip. That’s a Valentine’s must — it’s people-watching at its finest. And flowers are cliche in my book, but chocolate makes the world go ’round.”

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Comedian who has headlined at the Luxor for more than a decade

“Last Valentine’s, we went for lunch, followed by massages with manicures and pedicures. In the evening, we had steaks and wine at Botero at the Encore, which sadly no longer is there. After dinner, we went to see Elton John at the Colosseum, and when we got home, there were rose petals all over the house, leading to a gift. The best thing about it? It’s over until the next one!”

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Korean BBQ, Beefeater martinis and the sexier side of Cirque. The Sunday asked 13 local celebrities about their best Valentine’s Day in Las Vegas. See if you agree with their visions of romance — or gather a few ideas for your own Valentine’s Day celebrations.

Taylor Hicks

‘American Idol’ winner and former resident performer in Napoleon’s Dueling Piano Lounge at Paris Las Vegas

Andrew Tierney

Singer with Human Nature, which headlines at the Venetian

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For the past six years, I’ve juggled Valentine’s around our show, but I always plan something romantic for my wife. I buy four or five cards, then decide which one to give her the night before. Last year, we had a couple’s massage at Canyon Ranch SpaClub in the Venetian, then cocktails at the Paris restaurant bar. We were overlooking the Bellagio fountains; it’s a beautiful spot. But the best thing about Valentine’s Day is that I spend it with the love of my life, Heather. I’m a lucky man.”

Sara Chafak

Poker player, television show host and former Miss Finland

“We drove from L.A. to Vegas for Valentine’s Day and booked into the Venetian. We had a Champagne breakfast in bed, watched a movie, then headed to the Strip for coffee. That night, we went on the High Roller. We could see all the lights of the city. It was like being in a movie. We had an amazing dinner at Canaletto, an Italian restaurant at the Venetian, and of course, it ended with a gondola ride and the gondolier serenading us.”

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Teller

Magician, comedian, writer, director and half of the comedy magic duo Penn & Teller, who perform at the Rio

My birthday is on Valentine’s Day, so I’m a Valentine’s baby. It’s like being a Christmas baby, in that you get only one set of presents, but when someone really cares about you and makes a lot of effort, the event itself is a huge present. My friends love me in an over-the-top way that makes me tear up a little bit. They always do a bang-up job for my birthday. I’m never told what it’s going to be; it’s always a surprise. “I’ve had some extraordinary experiences. My favorite was a birthday spent on a romantic adventure. I was given a CD containing erotic photographs of models, telling me where to go, like a treasure hunt. I went all over Las Vegas, with stops including my doctor’s surgery center and a funeral parlor. At each stop, there was a new CD waiting for me, with naked people telling me where to go next. “I ended up in the middle of the desert, at what looked like a deserted homeless encampment. There were abandoned vehicles with bullet holes in them, half-corroded trailers and a full-size naked person. As I got closer, I realized it was a photographic cut-out, then six guys suddenly jumped out at me from cars. They were wearing black jumpsuits and black leather masks. They handcuffed and blindfolded me, then threw me into a long, horizontal box, lined with pink satin. I realized I was in a casket. “I was hoisted into a vehicle and felt the ground change from the rugged desert to smoother roads. I had my cellphone with me, so I called my parents and said, ‘Guess where I am for my birthday? I’m in a casket, being transported some place.’ They said, ‘That sounds like fun!’ I called my agent, who was equally congratulatory. “Eventually, the vehicle stopped, and I felt myself being lifted and carried, then put down with a bump. The coffin locks were released, and I tentatively lifted up the lid to find I was in the glamorous lobby of the Penn & Teller Theater at the Rio. “I emerged to find all of my friends there waiting for me, with a Chinese banquet catered by KJ Dim Sum & Seafood. It’s an extraordinary Chinese restaurant; friends who’ve been to China say it’s the equal of anything they’ve eaten there. “That’s the most memorable birthday-Valentine’s Day I’ve ever had. My present was the giant cherry coffin. I’ve always wanted one, because I have skeletons around my house. I keep a skeleton in there I borrowed from Penn. When I take people on a tour of my house, I tell them this story and open the coffin to show them the skeleton, wearing sunglasses and a crown. “Another Valentine’s Day, I was taken into the middle of the desert to play paintball. I was covered with dust and paint, when suddenly I was invited into a tent, and inside, Mozart was playing. There were gold chairs and waiting staff in tuxedos and frilly aprons, serving afternoon tea catered by the Four Seasons. It was delightful. “Then another year, my friends booked a limousine to take us on a treasure hunt that ended at a haunted house called Hell Town. It was a converted tractor trailer — the kind where ghouls jump out and pretend to eat babies. They’d laid out a feast and screened a video they’d made as a lovely retrospective of my life. “I think that’s what makes a good Valentine’s treat — surprise and contrast.”

Carolyn and Oscar Goodman

Las Vegas mayor and former Las Vegas mayor who have been married for more than 50 years

Maren Wade

Carolyn: “The old Candlelight Room at the Flamingo was my favorite spot for Valentine’s Day. I always ordered steak Diane, and Oscar always got a steak too. More importantly, he’d get a Beefeater martini with a Brussels sprout in it.” Oscar: “The bartender was Jimmy Blake; he was the greatest. I always get Carolyn flowers, usually red roses, and we go out for a nice dinner. But every day is Valentine’s Day to me.”

Plays Anastasia Steele in ‘50 Shades! the Parody’ at Bally’s

“My best Valentine’s in Vegas will be this year. I’m performing in ‘50 Shades! The Parody,’ so I expect to be tied up by Christian Grey, both figuratively and literally.”

Dayna Roselli Morning and midday news anchor at KTNV-TV Channel 13 Action News

“One Valentine’s Day, my boyfriend at the time took me for Korean BBQ at Honey Pig on Spring Mountain Road near Chinatown. I didn’t know what to expect, but it was really fun. You pick your own meats, sauce and veggies, then grill them yourself. He ordered and cooked for me, while I sat back with a Korean beer. I go to so many work events, and he was in a show on the Strip, so it was nice to break away and relax without having to dress up or mingle.”

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Daniel Negreanu

Professional poker player with Team PokerStars and winner of six WSOP bracelets

The last Valentine’s Day I celebrated, we went for dinner at Lakeside at Wynn. That’s where I take people when they come to town and want to go out. They have a good vegan menu, and you can sit outside. It has a really nice view of the water show. After dinner, we went to see Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Zumanity’ at New York-New York.”

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Penny Wiggins

Performer in Criss Angel’s touring show, “The Supernaturalists”

My relationships are short and sweet, so I’m rarely in one on Valentine’s Day. The one time I had a Valentine in Vegas, my date got us Chinese takeout — then told me what my half would cost, plus tax! My dream Valentine would send me red roses, then pick me up smelling delicious. We’d go to Hugo’s Cellar at the Four Queens. It’s one of my favorite old-Vegas style restaurants. They give every lady a rose. We’d have an amazing salad made for us at our table, and we’d finish with sorbet. Then we’d go to the Eiffel Tower at the Paris hotel. They make the best chocolate soufflé I’ve ever had. After cappuccinos, we’d go home and watch a chick flick.”

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Olivia Newton-John Resident at the Flamingo who performs songs from ‘Grease’ in her show ‘Summer Nights’

My husband, John (Easterling), proposed to me over dinner on Valentine’s Day. He did it with charades, so he always says I proposed to him. There are so many wonderful restaurants and things to do on the Strip, but the most romantic thing for me is going for a hike in Red Rock Canyon with John and our dog, Raven. I love being out in nature. It’s peaceful and I get to enjoy the beauty that lies outside the city, with the man I love.”

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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.

Enzo (A878970)

Wicket (A878045)

Katrina

Gunner

Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Pit bull terrier Description: Enzo is a social butterfly who gets along with other dogs and loves people. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 1-year-old spayed female Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Wicket is friendly and affectionate, but she likes to get to know people before getting too close. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 5-year-old spayed female Breed: Russian blue Description: Katrina is delighted with gentle chin rubs and cozy catnaps in baskets. She gets along well with other cats, too. Adoption fee: $40

Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Australian kelpie mix Description: Gunner needs someone to love and devote himself to wholeheartedly. He is house-trained and compatible with dogs and mature children. Adoption fee: $60

Morey (A877182)

Annie (A880650)

Ernie

Astrid

Age: 5-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic longhair Description: Morey is a kitten at heart. Heâ€™s very friendly and social. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 4-year-old female Breed: Chihuahua mix Description: Annie is a shy girl at first, but take her out for a walk and her sweet and social personality will shine. Adoption fee: $155

Age: 1-year-old neutered male Breed: Heinz 57 with yellow labrador retriever Description: Ernie loves kissing the chins of people who are kind to him. He has the temperament to be exceptional with mature children. Adoption fee: $60

Age: 1-year-old female Breed: Golden hamster Description: Astrid is inquisitive and kind. Her favorite activities include running on the big wheel and searching for healthy snacks we hide in her habitat. Adoption fee: $5

Boss (A879794)

Twist (A880447)

Lavender

Randall

Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Poodle mix Description: Boss is a lover who likes to cuddle and give lots of kisses. Adoption fee: $155

Age: 2-year-old neutered male Breed: Domestic shorthair Description: Twist is a feisty feline who would like a friend to curl up with on Valentineâ€™s Day. Adoption fee: $25

Age: 1-year-old spayed female Breed: Tabby shorthair Description: Lavender yearns to understand and endear herself to someone who will help her feel safe. She love-bites, so a home without young children is needed. Adoption fee: $40

Age: 10-month-old neutered male Breed: Wirehaired dachshund mix Description: Randall is a spunky puppy recovering well from neglect and is bonding nicely with other dogs. Please puppy-proof your home and yard for his safety. 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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Build a stadium,

rebuild UNLV by Ray Brewer staff writer

NLV fans know the frustration. You spend most of Saturday running errands and hustle home in time to watch the Rebels. You turn on CBS Sports Network, but it is showing another game. You try ESPNU, same result. You immediately think you missed the game. Then, you realize it is only available online, and open your computer with hopes of having strong enough connectivity to watch with no hassles. Seems to happen every weekend, right? UNLV is stuck competing in the Mountain West Conference, a league with little exposure, especially on major television networks, and few chances to make a national splash. The Mountain West is a perfect fit for UNLV, which like other mid-major athletic programs, struggles with resources and facilities. That may soon change if a proposed $1.2 billion, 65,000-seat football stadium near campus is built. Plans call for it to

be paid for by the Las Vegas Sands Corp. and with taxes on visitors. UNLV football, which until Tony Sanchez took over last year operated on the bare-minimum necessities, may have just hit the lottery. Once the first shovel goes into the earth to start construction, UNLV officials would be wise to start some demolition work of their own: Breaking up with the Mountain West to join a new league such as the Pac-12 or Big 12. Sanchez is already selling recruits on the vision of a state-of-the-art stadium on land the university purchased last year at Tropicana Avenue and Koval Lane near the Strip, buzzing with activity on a college football Saturday. The goal, however improbable given the NFL’s view of legal sports gambling, would be to have the Oakland Raiders relocate there. But with or without the Raiders, Sands officials plan to build. Touchdown, Rebels. After decades of playing at Sam Boyd Stadium about 10 miles east of campus,

where there is little excitement, or students, on game days, UNLV would have the solution to its biggest problem. The poor football program, which consistently ranks as one of the worst in the nation in everything from attendance to points allowed, prevented UNLV from being considered for a better conference about five years ago when TCU left the Mountain West for the Big 12 and Utah bolted for the Pac-12. The landscape of college athletics was changing, with multiple schools already having switched leagues, including Colorado, Nebraska and Texas A&M leaving the Big 12. But with football driving the decisions, UNLV lacked the resume to join the Big 12 or another prestigious conference. A billion-dollar stadium, though, in one of the world’s most recognized cities, would instantly make UNLV an attractive option for any conference looking to expand. Hello, Big 12. It would be a major score for UNLV, and not just the athletic programs. UNLV’s athletic department oper-

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A billion-dollar stadium in one of the world’s most recognized cities would instantly make UNLV an attractive option for any conference looking to expand. Head coach Tony Sanchez is a big-picture guy, so surely he sees beyond the first move of building a stadium and envisions a scenario down the road where the Rebels are playing in a power conference. But where?

HEAD COACH TONY SANCHEZ

where might UNLV end up?

PAC-12 ates on a $33 million annual budget. For schools such as USC in the Pac-12, it’s north of $100 million. With broadcasting rights, advertising, revenue from being in football bowl games and basketball’s NCAA Tournament, each school in the Big 12 received $25.6 million in 2015, according to the San Jose Mercury News. For the Pac12, it was $25.1 million. In 2013-14, by contrast, the 12 schools in the Mountain West shared $29 million, according to the Idaho Statesman. Imagine how an extra $20 million or so could transform academic programs at UNLV. A stadium would do more than give the Rebels or Raiders a new home, or bring cool events to town. It would transform UNLV from top to bottom. It’s an easy equation: Get the stadium, get better players, build a better team, win games, get into a better league and make more money. Spend that money on making a better university. And, along with the way, play a few games on a station viewers can easily find.

Arizona

Arizona State

Cal

Colorado*

Stanford

UCLA

USC

Utah*

Oregon

big 12 Oregon State

Washington Washington State

Baylor

Iowa State

Kansas

Kansas State

Oklahoma

Oklahoma State

TCU

Texas

Texas Tech

West Virginia

*Added during expansion in 2011

Why the Pac-12 The Pac-12 already has a successful relationship with Las Vegas, where each March it sells out the MGM Grand Garden for its conference basketball tournament. It could use the new stadium for its football championship game. And, it’s an easy drive for fans from USC and UCLA in Southern California.

Why not the Pac-12 The conference expanded to 12 teams and it would be crowded with 14. And UNLV is awful at football, which wouldn’t help the league’s other teams in jockeying for position in the College Football Playoff standings.

Why the Big 12 Despite calling itself the Big 12, the league has just 10 teams and is eyeing a two-team expansion. It needs a league championship game to enhance its status in College Football Playoff standings, where two seasons ago TCU and Baylor where narrowly left out of the fourteam playoff.

Why not the Big 12 At the earliest, UNLV’s stadium wouldn’t be ready until the 2020 season, which might be too long for the Big 12 to wait. Texas isn’t going to play a league game at Sam Boyd Stadium in the interim. Some will say Las Vegas isn’t in the region where the league’s other schools are. West Virginia, though, also isn’t.

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CASINO PROMOTIONS Cosmopolitan

$11,000 daily drawing Date: Feb. 8-12 Time: 3 p.m. Information: Players have an opportunity to win $3,000, $2,000 or one of six promotional chips worth $1,000.

STATION CASINOS

MyGeneration Wednesdays Date: Ongoing Locations: All Station properties, Fiesta Henderson and Fiesta Rancho Information: For loyalty card holders 50 and older. Swipe your card at a kiosk to earn up to 10x points on slots and 6x points on video poker, and discounts on dining, movies and bowling. Slot tournaments from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with a top prize of $1,000. The first entry is free; receive up to four additional entries by earning 50 additional base points for each.

ALIANTE

Paycheck payday Date: Ongoing Information: Cash paychecks at the casino cage and win up to $500 in slot play. Point multiplier Date: Wednesdays Information: Receive 5x points on video poker and 10x points on slot machines. Cupid’s Cash and Prize pull tabs Date: Fridays and Saturdays Information: Earn a pull tab at 250 points; win up to $10,000. Redeem pull tabs on Friday and Saturday, and receive a bonus prize on Sunday at the kiosk. Players must bring pull tabs to Player’s Club. Need for Speed giveaway Date: Fridays Time: 7:45 p.m. Information: Earn entries by playing table games. Ten winners every Friday night. The top prize is $500 and two tickets to the 2016 Kobalt 400 on March 6 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Chocolate giveaway Date: Thursday Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: Earn 250 points to receive a box of chocolate. Point multiplier Date: Feb. 15 Information: Receive 6x points on video poker and 12x points on slot

machines. $2,500 Senior Slot Tournament Date: Monday Time: Noon-4 p.m. Information: Open to loyalty card members 50 and older. Located next to sports book.

EMERALD ISLAND

Super bonus multiplier Date: Fridays Information: Get a natural royal flush worth more than $1,000 on singlehand games to spin the wheel for a chance to win $1,100. Cash Back Tuesdays Date: Tuesdays Information: Redeem 700 base points for $10. Earn up to $20. Video reel double-double bonus Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 4-8 p.m. Information: Win $75 or more in the bonus round on a penny slot for a tournament spot. Win up to $200. Monthly Wheel of Cash drawings Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: Begins at 7 p.m. Information: One player will be chosen every half-hour to win up to $3,000. Graveyard high-jackpot competition Date: Mondays through Saturdays Time: 11 p.m.-7 a.m. Information: Jackpot winners will earn up to three wheel spin certificates. Gift giveaway Date: Thursdays Information: Earn 200 base points and receive a gift.

DOWNTOWN GRAND

Grand Seniors Date: Tuesdays Information: For players 60 and older. Receive 6x points from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monthly 60,000-point drawing.

SILVERTON

Senior Mondays Date: Mondays Time: Drawings at 4 p.m. Information: Random names will be drawn for a chance to win cash and free play. Players 50 and older will receive dining discounts.

PALMS

Play For Prizes – Fashion Star

Date: Through Feb. 12 Information: Points earned Monday through Friday may be combined and redeemed for gift cards to Macy’s and McDonald’s. Play For Prizes – Curb Appeal Date: Feb. 15-26 Information: Points earned Monday through Friday may be combined and redeemed for gift cards to Lowe’s and the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. Gift giveaway Date: Feb. 13, 14, 20, 27, 28 Time: 12:01 a.m.-6:59 p.m. Information: Earn 100 base points on video slots or 500 base points on video poker. Swipe your card at a kiosk to redeem your receipt: Feb. 13 – spotlight flashlight; Feb. 14 – watch gift set; Feb. 20 – black zip jacket; Feb. 27 – salad container; Feb. 28 – cleaning kit. Champagne or cider giveaway Date: Feb. 12 Time: 12:01 a.m.-9:59 p.m. Information: Earn 25 base points on video slots or 100 base points on video poker and receive a bottle of Champagne or sparkling cider. Point multipliers Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 7-9 p.m. Information: Earn 10X points on select reels and video reels.

maximum prize of $1,000 in promotional chips. Million dollar match Date: Through April 30 Time: Drawings on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:15 p.m. Information: Five players will be selected to participate. Win up to $1 million. Earn 2x entries Tuesdays through Fridays from 4 to 6 p.m. Must have a loyalty card to participate.

Golden gate and the d

Reelin’ Your Way to Mexico Date: Through April 30 Information: Loyalty card members can earn drawing entries playing blackjack, keno, slots or video poker. Drawings at the D will be at 8 p.m. Jan. 31 and March 31. Drawings at the Golden Gate will be at 8 p.m. Feb. 29 and April 30. The grand prize is a cruise July 17-21 to Mexico.

M Resort

Leap For Joy drawing Date: Fridays Time: 9 p.m. Information: Earn one drawing entry for every 250 reel slot or 500 video poker base points earned Fridays from 4 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Top prize is $2,500 in play.

SOUTH POINT

Surprise multiplier Date: Sunday Information: Swipe your card at a kiosk to receive a random multiplier up to 15x points. Bring the receipt to Club Palms. The points accumulated will be adjusted 48-72 hours later, with a cap of 40,000 adjusted points per day for video poker. There is no cap for reels.

50+ weekly slot tournament Date: Thursdays Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: Open to Club Card members 50 and older. The first entry is free with a swipe at a club kiosk; collect a second by earning 250 points and a third by earning 500 points. The top prize is $1,500; the total prize pool is $5,200.

$20,000 All You Need is Love & Prizes swipe and win Date: Feb. 11, 18, 25 Time: 12:01 a.m.-9:59 p.m. Information: Earn 25 points on slots or 100 points on video poker to receive a swipe. After your card has been swiped through a kiosk, the monitor will display a prize and a voucher will be dispensed. Win up to $100 in slot play, food credits, gifts and more.

Point multipliers Date: Feb. 15 Information: Receive 10x points on penny slot machines. Players who receive 1,000 base points on penny slots receive $30. Receive 5x points on select slots and video reel machines. Players who receive 1,000 base points in reel play will receive $15. Receive 2x points on video poker. Players who receive base 1,000 points on video poker earn $6.

Chinese New Year Lucky Monkey drawings Date: Through Feb. 13 Time: 7 and 10 p.m. Information: Earn drawing tickets playing baccarat. Six winners will be selected at each drawing with a

SUNCOAST

Point multipliers Date: February Information: Receive 11x points on slot machines on Tuesdays. Seniors can receive up to 50x points on

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Wednesdays. Receive 10x points on slot machines and 6x points on video poker on Thursdays. Receive 15x points on penny slots, 11x points on other slot machines and 7x points on video poker Feb. 15 and 29. Play and select Date: Mondays and Tuesdays Information: Earn 300 points to receive a voucher for a breakfast or lunch buffet. Earn an additional 600 points to receive a voucher for a dinner buffet, brunch, $10 food credit or $10 in play (not valid for Friday dinner buffet). February Fortunes drawings Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 7:15 and 9:15 p.m. Information: Win up to $1,000. Ten names will be picked at each drawing. Earn 10x entries on Mondays and Thurdays. Candy giveaway Date: Feb. 14 Information: Earn 100 base points to get a box of Russell Stover candy.

ARIZONA CHARLIE’S

Gift giveaway Date: Thursdays Information: Earn 250 base slot points on Thursdays to receive a gift. Presidents Day Weekend hot seat Date: Feb. 13-15 Time: 4:15, 6:15 and 8:15 p.m. Information: Four slot players will be chosen; win up to $100. Leap into Cash Date: Feb. 16-27 Time: Grand prize drawing is 8:15 p.m., Feb. 27 Information: Players who earn 1,000 base points will receive dining credit or up to $1,000 in slot play. Additionally, guests receive a drawing entry. Five names will be drawn; the top prize is $10,000.

Rampart Casino

50-plus party Date: Tuesdays Information: Loyalty card players 50 and older can earn $100 in free slot play on all video reel machine jackpots over $1,200, a free kiosk swipe for earning 50 points, a second kiosk swipe for earning 500 points, a bingo coupon for a free small electronic unit rainbow pack (minimum buy-in required), a $5 lunch buffet and a free round in a slot tournament from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Summerlin and Elite players may receive an additional round. The best score will be used in the tournament, with 12 winners selected each week. The top prize is $1,000. A $15 free slot play bonus will be given to everyone who wins

a round. $6,500 Galleons of Gold mid-month drawing Date: Second Wednesday of the month  Information: Players who earn 2,000 base points during the previous calendar month can participate in the following month’s drawing. Ten winners will be chosen.

Silver sevens

$3,000 Roaring Riches Date: 15th of every month Time: 7 and 8 p.m. Information: Twenty people are guaranteed to win cash or play. The top prize is $1,000. Contest conducted inside the Corona Cantina.

PLAZA

777 slot tournament Date: Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Time: 10 a.m., noon, 2 and 4 p.m. Information: Earn 2,500 points or pay $10 per session. The top prize is $350 in slot play.

GOLD COAST

Point multipliers Date: Feb. 29 Information: Receive 15x points on penny slots, 11x points on other slot machines and 7x points on video poker. Candy giveaway Date: Feb. 14 Information: Earn 100 base points to get a box of Russell Stover candy.

Eldorado

Car flag giveaway Date: Feb. 15 Information: Earn 100 base points to receive a car flag in honor of Presidents Day. Point multipliers Date: Wednesdays and Thursdays Information: On Wednesdays, receive 11x points on slot machines and 7x points on video poker and multigame machines. On Thursdays, receive 20x points on slot machines (on your first 500 base points) and 7x points on video poker and multigame machines. Cash grab Date: Feb. 21 Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: Coupons to participate will arrive in the mail, or earn 300 base points on Feb. 21 to participate. Lucky Leap Year Loot Date: Feb. 29 Times: 1-8 p.m.

Information: Win $29 in slot play during Hot Bank giveaway. Get $10 Date: Sunday Information: Earn 600 base points and receive $10. Candy giveaway Date: Feb. 12 Information: Earn 100 base points to get a box of Russell Stover candy.

ORLEANS

SAM’S TOWN

SLS

Gift giveaway Date: Feb. 8, 13, 20 and 27 Time: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: Mail recipients and players who earn 250 slot points or 500 video poker points can receive a gift. Gifts include a football blanket, a $2 bill commemorative giveaway, a seven-piece fondue set, a 17-piece chocolate heart and wine. $5,000 Manic Monday slot tournament Date: Feb. 29 Time: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Information: Loyalty card members can activate a slot tournament by playing their card in any slot machine. Top three players will receive $2,000, $1,000 and $500 in play. Point multipliers Date: Feb. 21 and 28 Information: Receive 3x points on video poker and 10x points on slot machines.

Jokers Wild

Play $5, Get $5 Date: Wednesdays Information: Loyalty card members who play $5 will receive $5 in play

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added to their account. Cash grab Date: Feb. 28 Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: Coupons to participate will arrive in the mail, or earn 300 base points on Feb. 28 to participate. Lucky Leap Year Loot Date: Feb. 29 Times: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-9 p.m. Information: Win $29 in slot play during Hot Bank giveaway. Earn Up to $30 Slot Dollars Date: Sunday Information: Earn 600 base points to get $10 in play. A maximum of $30 is available. Candy giveaway Date: Feb. 12 Information: Earn 100 base points to get a box of Russell Stover candy. Hot Cash Hot Seat Date: Sunday Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: One random player will be chosen every hour to win $50. Car flag giveaway Date: Feb. 15 Information: Earn 100 base points to receive a car flag in honor of Presidents Day. Take It or Trade It Date: Saturdays Time: 6-10 p.m. Information: Cash giveaway with a top prize of $1,000. Rolling for Dough Date: Fridays Time: 1-9 p.m. Information: Two players every hour will get to roll the dice and win 10x the roll.

HARD ROCK HOTEL Bonus Match Win Car giveaway Date: Through Feb. 26 Information: Win a 2016 BMW 320i. Receive 10 entries for signing up for a loyalty card. Receive one entry for 200 base slot points or a $10 table theoretical bet. Swipe card at kiosk for additional entries. Receive 10x entries on Mondays.

Club Fortune Top of the Hill daily slot tournament Date: Wednesdays and Thursdays Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Information: First place is $500.

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Time for Sandoval to put solar energy on his can-do agenda

h, Gov. Brian Sandoval, the mixed messages you send. We shall reform K-12 education, you said, with a bold funding plan. And so it was done, as you rallied the 2015 Legislature to earmark more than $1 billion for the schooling of our children. We shall entice the cutting-edge electric-car maker Tesla Motors Inc., you said, to build a huge lithium-ion battery manufacturing plant outside Reno. And so it was done, and already the Gigafactory is producing batteries, including ones to store excess electricity generated by rooftop photovoltaic solar panels. We shall entice China’s premier technology entrepreneur to build his electric-car factory in North Las Vegas, you said, and pave the way with important infrastructure improvements to Apex Industrial Park so other companies can follow suit and further expand the state’s economic diversity. So it was done, and work has begun on the site, promising hundreds of millions of dollars in economic benefits to the region. We shall explore the promise of solar

power, you said, so you sought a grant from the Energy Department in 2011 to help launch the Nevada Rooftop Solar Initiative. And so it was done, with the feds awarding Nevada $765,000 to promote rooftop solar installations on at least 5 percent of Nevada’s residences and businesses by 2020. And so, with the price of solar panels plummeting and utility providers and customers from coast to coast working to develop solar power, we thought you would weigh in, too. But of all times, you’ve chosen now to be silent and so, in Nevada, it’s not being done. So, Gov. Sandoval, you with the momentum and the vision, we could use some help on this one. When it comes to the advent of rooftop solar panels, NV Energy is being a recalcitrant obstructionist. And no wonder, really, because with the utility’s guaranteed 10 percent profit margin based primarily on new power plants, its motto might as well be, “Solar? What’s in it for us?” The utility seems downright annoyed that some 17,000 Nevada homeowners already have bought or leased

rooftop solar panels. They’re now facing unexpected charges and a recalculated, and poorer, return on investment. And you’re just shrugging, Governor. You say it’s not your job to influence the state’s Public Utilities Commission — made up of your appointees — but in your absence, it is bending to the loudest voice it hears — NV Energy’s. We don’t want to believe you’re stifling yourself to NV Energy’s benefit because two of your closest advisers — who also are NV Energy lobbyists — are whispering in your ear. Or because NV Energy has donated to your political campaigns. Of course it has; that’s what big business does. Maybe rooftop solar panels can’t yet provide electricity cheaper than NV Energy can with its utility-scale solar farms — although others would rightly argue that rooftop solar has a lot going for it in terms of providing grid resiliency and cheap power at high-demand times without big capital outlays. So why the sudden shyness, Governor, when the subject is solar energy? NV Energy and the PUC, to whom financially sticking it to solar users is great sport,

need an attitude adjustment. It is indisputable that solar energy will have a major role in electricity generation in the future, and that Nevada of all states should be aggressively working toward that reality. New York has upheaved its old-school utility system into a new model in which the major utilities only deliver the power; customers select whom to buy it from — including solar sources — or to produce their own with rooftop solar panels. Gov. Sandoval, please seize the moment because without your leadership, the future of solar in Nevada remains unclear. Last week a petition was filed to break up the NV Energy monopoly. But such voter initiatives may trigger unintended consequences, and a legislative fix, or at least bringing innovative people to the table to develop the huge potential of rooftop solar energy, may be the more effective route for reform. This is the time that Nevada needs a visionary leader. So lead, governor. Or at a minimum, tell your chums not to get in the way. Let’s not squander our future by ignoring the sun.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunday, February 7 Davis Kup: Catch the final day of competition at the fifth annual tennis tournament featuring teaching professionals from throughout the West. Proceeds benefit the G. Alex Foundation, which is dedicated to promoting health through tennis and wellness programs. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., $50, Red Rock Country Club, 702-304-5600. Theatre Chaotica: Join fellow actors and actresses at one of these new, year-round theatrical improvisation and character development workshops. 5:30-7:30 p.m., $5, Theatre In The Valley’s Playhouse, 10 Pacific Ave., 702-5587275. *Also: Every Sunday

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Feb. 8 is Chinese New Year, welcoming in the Year of the Monkey, which is associated with curiosity, adventure, innovation and resolve. This cocktail is experimental, fun and festive while incorporating traditional elements. The base liqueur, Kweichow Moutai, is a beloved Chinese liqueur that has been revered in the country for hundreds of years. Cocktail created by Francesco Lafranconi, Executive Director of Mixology and Spirits Education at Southern Wine & Spirits.

CSN Artspace Gallery Exhibition: The College of Southern Nevada department of fine arts hosts artist Roscoe Wilson’s exhibit “Front Yard Zoo: Controlling Nature.” Wilson’s art revolves around nature, consumerism and waste, free, North Las Vegas Cheyenne CSN campus, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave., 702-6514146. *Also: Through March 19. 8 a.m.10:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.5 p.m. Saturday, Theatreworks USA: Curious George: This musical adaptation of the children’s books comes to the stage on All-You-Can-Eat Meatball Day. 10 a.m., $14 for individual tickets; $9.25 per person for a group of 15 or more, with one free chaperone for every 15 seats purchased, UNLV, Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 1-800-497-5007. Master Gardeners class: Learn about rose care and how to keep flowers vibrant year-round. This class will teach how to amend soil and complete winter pruning. 10 a.m.-noon, free, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Demonstration and Test Gardens, 8050 Paradise Road, 702-257-5555. *Also: Feb. 22 Chinese New Year in the Desert: Ring in the Year of the Monkey with lion and dragon dancing, face painting, arts and crafts, a parade and more. Multiple venues, but most events will be at the Linq Promenade, 3535 Las Vegas Blvd.

South, and in downtown Las Vegas. 7-9 p.m., free, cnyinthedesert.com. *Also: 7-9 p.m. Feb. 9-12, 11 a.m.9 p.m. Feb. 13 and 1-9 p.m. Feb. 14

Tuesday, February 9 “Seeking Justice Through Art”: Local artwork that addresses societal issues, such as racial profiling and gender injustices, will be displayed, free, Left of Center Art Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road, 702-229-1012 . *Also: Through April 9. Noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday Breast cancer empowerment and support group: Guest speakers, resources and open discussion help women find courage, strength and peace throughout their battle against breast cancer. 6-7:30 p.m., free, Breast Care Center at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive, 702-233-7155. *Also: Second Tuesday each month Henderson Police Department Recruitment Information Night: Those interested in becoming police or corrections officers are encouraged to attend. Information provided will include the application process, test registration, online examination, medical exams and more. 6-8 p.m., free, Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water St., joinhpd.com. *Also: 6-8 p.m. March 8 “Liberace and the Mob”: Jonathan Warren of the Liberace Foundation joins Museum Educator Nicolette Pantaleo to discuss ways in which Liberace was linked to the Mob. 7 p.m., $0-$24; free with museum admission, Mob Museum, 300 Stewart Ave., 702-229-2734. UNLV Barrick Lecture Series: “In Defense of a Liberal Education”: CNN host Fareed Zakaria will discuss the virtues of a liberal arts education, which he says is under attack. 7:30 p.m., free but tickets are required, UNLV, Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, 702-895-2787.

resumes. Wear business professional clothing. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free, Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive, lvchamber.com. The Arts as a Bridge to Memories: Photography and Storytelling: This session of the “Lunch and Learn Educational Series,” which is tailored to community members living with brain disease, focuses on the Broadway musical “The Bridges of Madison County,” and how to use photography as a storytelling device. Noon-1 p.m., free, Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 888 W. Bonneville Ave., 702-483-6055. Baby Basics for Moms and Dads: This course teaches the fundamentals of child care. 6-8:30 p.m., $50 per couple; $30 per individual, Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, 6900 N. Durango Drive, 702-835-9700. *Also: One class offered per month through December

Thursday, February 11 Breakfast Q&A with former USS Nevada crewmen: Join five former crewmen to honor veterans and hear experiences from aboard a ship that served in both World Wars, survived the attacks on Pearl Harbor and was the target ship for the Bikini Atoll nuclear testing.. 9:3010:30 a.m., free, National Atomic Testing Museum, 755 E. Flamingo Road, RSVP at 702-794-5151. “GEEK!”: Onyx Theatre continues its 10th anniversary season with a play revolving around an eclectic mix of nerdy fan culture and comedy, with an anime-esque feel. 8 p.m., $10-$20, Onyx Theatre, 953 E. Sahara Ave., onyxtheatre.com. *Also: Through Feb. 27 with a 5 p.m. showing Feb. 21

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“Sharing the Love with Dance and Celebrating our Ancestors”: As part of Black History Month, this performance aims to increase awareness among at-risk youths. 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., free, West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 702-507-3989.

Las Vegas Professional Career Event: Interview with more than 15 Fortune 500 companies seeking sales, retail and management candidates. Bring at least 10

Cupid Connection Speed Dating: Mingle with other single, local seniors at this match-making event. Register early to ensure your chance to score a Valentine. 2 p.m.,

LIFE $5, Paradise Recreation Center, 4775 S. McLeod Drive, 702-455-7513. Girls’ Night Out: A night of manicures, hair styling and pizza for young ladies age 6-14. Register by Feb. 11. 5:30 p.m., $5, Parkdale Recreation Center, 3200 Ferndale St., 702-455-7517. Cosmic swim: The pool will transform into a vibrant rainbow of color that pulses to music. There will be games, races, diving and prizes. Children under 8 must be supervised. 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., $5 per person; $18 per family of four, Henderson Multigenerational Indoor Pool, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway, 702-267-5824. *Also: March 18 Sin City Opera: Wolfgang Mozart’s “Cosi Fan Tutte” (“Women Are Like That”) will be sung in English with a live orchestra. 7 p.m., $15, Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 S. McLeod Drive, 702-455-7340. *Also: 7 p.m. Feb. 13, 19 and 20; 2 p.m. Feb. 14 and 21 “To Kill a Mockingbird”: See Harper Lee’s classic coming-of-age story come to life. 8 p.m., $10-$33, UNLV Judy Bayley Theatre, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 702-895-2787. *Also: 8 p.m. Feb. 13, 18-20 and 25-27; 2 p.m. Feb. 14, 21 and 28

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Services will collect blood from donors; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free, Mob Museum, 300 Stewart Ave., 702229-2734. “My Moments, My Mentors, My Maya, My Rainbow in the Clouds”: This musical performance is based on personal recollections of the mentors in director Torrey A. Russell’s life, including those of Maya Angelou. 2 p.m., free, West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 702-507-3989. Night at the Museum: Moms and Dads: Enjoy a date night while the kids make Valentine’s Day cards and cookies, enjoy snacks and pizza, and watch the movie “Wreck-It Ralph.” Kids age 5-12 only. 5-9 p.m., $25; $20 for members, Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., springspreserve.org. Cinderella: The Nevada Ballet Theatre presents the classic story on stage. No children under 5 will be admitted. 7:30 pm, $29-$139, Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., 702-749-2000. *Also: 2 p.m. Feb. 14 “Up, Up & Away!”: This musical, romantic fable about two aspiring stars who fell in love is told through pop classics and serves as a tribute to music legends, such as the original 5th Dimension and the Beatles. 8 p.m., $33-$54, Orleans Showroom, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., 702-284-7777. *Also: 8 p.m. Feb. 14

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Adding a layer to the state judiciary has eased the burden on the Supreme Court

By David Davis Special to VEGAS INC

In 2015, Nevada implemented a long overdue judicial reform it had been trying to put in place for more than 40 years: the intermediate Court of Appeals. Voters had previously rejected proposals for a Court of Appeals four times since 1972. This meant all appeals went directly to the Nevada Supreme Court, which was forced to grow to accommodate the increasing caseload from its original three justices to seven justices by 1997. The court also implemented a series of changes to speed up the processing of cases, including fast-track procedures and splitting the court into two three-justice panels to hear the majority of cases. But by 2014, that still wasn’t enough, and the court had a backlog of 1,985 pending cases, more than any other state supreme court, and its annual influx of cases was more than three times the American Bar Association’s recommended amount for a court of its size. court of a ppe als , Contin ue d on page 53

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Number of oil rigs in the United States during the week of Jan. 25, a decrease of 12. It’s the biggest drop since March 2010, when the count fell by 18 to 619.

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Percentage increase of Nevada’s taxable sales in November, the equivalent of $4.2 billion, up from $3.97 billion in November of 2014.

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Las Vegas’ unemployment rate in December, down from 6.4 percent in November and 7 percent in December 2014. The decrease was due largely to a surge in the construction industry.

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STATION CASINOS CAUTIOUS ABOUT GAMBLING ON THE STOCK MARKET When Station Casinos filed plans in October to go public again, the stock market was recovering from a late-summer stumble. But now, after the market started the year with a faceplant, Station’s owners aren’t too eager to hunt for new investors. Shareholders of the once-bankrupt casino operator have postponed its initial public offering “due to market conditions,” Reuters recently reported. No timeframe or other details were given. Las Vegas-based Station — owner of Red Rock Resort, Green Valley Ranch Resort and other locals-focused casinos — has said in regulatory filings that it plans to raise up to $100 million from stock-market investors. Stockholders in all types of industries,

however, spent the first few weeks of 2016 dumping shares. The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 9.5 percent this year through Jan. 20, and the S&P 500 fell 9 percent. If Station eventually begins selling stock on the open market, it seems poised to find buyers. The company posted about $91 million in profit last year through Sept. 30, up from $38 million in the same nine-month period in 2014. Moreover, the stock market already has recouped some of January’s losses, though it’s still down for the year. But for now, by postponing its IPO, Station is showing that it knows what many gamblers don’t: when it’s time to walk away from the tables. — ELI SEGALL

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Many Southern Nevada law firms received a “Metropolitan Tier 1 Ranking” on the 2016 US NewsBest Law Firms List. The list ranks firms in practice areas after getting input from clients, peers and a formal submission process. The firms are: Alverson Taylor Mortensen & Sanders; Armstrong Teasdale; Bailey Kennedy; Ballard Spahr; Black & LoBello; Boies, Schiller & Flexner; Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck; Bruce A. Leslie; Campbell & Williams; Carlyon Law Group; Childs Watson & Gallagher; Dickinson Wright; Ecker Law Group; Emmel & Klegerman; Fennemore Craig; Fisher & Phillips; Fox Rothschild; Garman Turner Gordon; Goold Patterson; Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani; Gordon Silver; Greenberg Traurig; Greenman, Goldberg, Raby & Martinez; Hartwell Thalacker; Hejmanowski & McCrea; Hilbrecht & Associates; Holland & Hart; Holley, Driggs, Walch, Fine, Wray, Puzey & Thompson; Howard & Howard; Jackson Lewis; Jay H. Brown; Jeffrey Burr; Jimmerson Hansen; John D. O’Brien; Jolley Urga Wirth Woodbury & Little; Kaempfer Crowell; Kamer Zucker Abbott; Kathleen Jane England; Kemp, Jones & Coulthard; Kenneth A. Woloson Law Office; Kirby J. Smith; Kolesar & Leatham; Law Office of Daniel Marks; Law Offices of Gerald I. Gillock & Associates; Law Offices of Kathleen M. Paustian; Law Offices of Steven J. Parsons; Law Offices of William Terry; Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith; Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie; Littler Mendelson; Lubbers Law; Marquis Aurbach Coffing; Maupin Naylor Braster, Attorneys at Law; McDonald Carano Wilson; McGroarty Law; Morris Law Group; Nutile Law; Oshins & Associates; Ogletree Deakins; Pecos Law Group; Peel Brimley; Pisanelli Bice; Pitaro & Fumo; Prudhomme Law Office; Rice Reuther Sullivan & Carroll; Rowe Law Group; Santoro Whitmire; Schwartzer & McPherson; Snell & Wilmer; Cobeaga Law Firm; Law Offices of Brian C. Padgett; Rushforth Firm; Weide & Miller; Weinberg Wheeler Hudgins Gunn & Dial; Whittemore Gaming Group; Wright Stanish & Winckler Naylor & Braster, Attorneys at Law changed its firm name to Maupin Naylor Braster. Fabian Clendenin and Van Cott, Bagley, Cornwall & McCarthy, have combined to form Fabian VanCott, with an office at 601 S. 10th St., Las Vegas. Tammy Peterson, a shareholder in Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck’s Las Vegas office, was inducted as a fellow into the American College of Trial Lawyers. Brandy Sanderson is a paralegal at Jolley Urga Woodbury & Little Attorneys at Law, assisting the attorneys with civil litigation.

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Aaron Ford, an attorney at Snell & Wilmer, is serving on the board of directors of the Public Education Foundation. Kade Miller and Alaina Stephens joined Snell & Wilmer. Miller is an associate in corporate and securities and commercial finance. Stephens is a staff attorney in bad faith insurance litigation and insurance coverage. Jason Bacigalupi joined Lewis Roca Rothgerber as an associate in the gaming practice group. Erin Lewis of Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck is on the board of directors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada. Alexander LeVeque is a partner at Solomon Dwiggins & Freer. He practices commercial, trust and estate law, including cases related to contract, real estate, corporate and construction disputes. Natalie Cheung is an associate with Lewis Roca Rothgerber’s business transactions practice group.

pro bono honorees Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada honored local attorneys who together over the past year have provided over 25,000 hours of free legal services for low-income Nevadans in Clark County. Over 5,000 clients were provided pro bono legal services by Legal Aid Center’s volunteers in 2015. Honorees included: n

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Law Firm of the Year: Lewis Roca Rothgerber

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Fisher & Phillips moved its office to Bank of America Plaza at 300 S. Fourth St.

n Justice Nancy Becker Pro Bono Award of Judicial Excellence: Judge Frank P. Sullivan

Jeffrey Lavigne joined Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck’s litigation department. He’ll focus on commercial litigation and assist business clients in disputes involving trial and arbitration.

n Vince A. Consul Memorial Pro Bono Award: Benjamin Reitz

Snell & Wilmer partner Cynthia Alexander joined UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law’s public interest law advisory board. The 23-member board comprises legal professionals from the judiciary, private firms, academia, nonprofit organizations and government. The firm’s Kelly Dove received the law school’s Distinguished Service Alumni award. The firm’s Cynthia Alexander is on the board of directors of the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. Christopher Fowler, Craig Friedel and Jeremy Welland are associates at Solomon Dwiggins & Freer. Fowler focuses on estate planning, business planning, asset protection planning and tax advice. Friedel focuses on trusts estates and small business litigation. Welland practices trust and estate litigation and general civil litigation. Roy Smolarz is working at Wilson Elser’s Las Vegas office to serve his Nevada-based client roster. The American Motorcyclist Association awarded Las Vegas Municipal Court the 2015 Motorcycle Safety Award, marking the first time a court has been honored by the AMA. The Las Vegas Municipal Court is the first in the country to implement a three-step traffic school program for motorcyclists found guilty by plea or trial, of a moving traffic violation.

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Q&A with tammy peterson

For a lawyer, nothing can replace experience Tammy Peterson, a shareholder at Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, has a diverse practice with a focus on complex commercial litigation. She has represented clients before all courts in Nevada, mostly large corporations navigating business disputes. She began her career in 1996 as a member of the Special Victims Unit, prosecuting cases of child abuse, child homicide and sexual assault. How do you prepare for a case? I thoroughly analyze everything about the client’s dispute, including every legal argument, and every detail of the client’s industry. In my experience, context is fundamental to making a successful case. What’s the most important part of your job? Sometimes the most important part of my job is telling clients what they do not want to hear, which often means their case isn’t as good as they were hoping. I believe a good attorney should set realistic expectations. What makes a good trial lawyer? There are obvious skills that a good trial lawyer typically will possess, including credibility, an ability to persuade and the skill to take complex facts and issues and distill them into an easy narrative. But none of those skills takes the place of experience and painstaking attention to detail; a good trial lawyer does trials, and continues Tammy Peterson, a native Nevadan, last year was inducted as a fellow into the American College of Trial Lawyers. to learn from them in order to make Membership can never be more than 1 percent of the total lawyer population of any state or province. (l.e. baskow/staff) every presentation more compelling How can Nevada improve But that’s perfectly normal here, and up-and-coming lawyers? than the last. I have relived, re-enactits business climate? as a litigator, my job is to prepare for I strongly recommend that any ed and redone every single moment It is all about education. We should all challenges, whether or not they young lawyer or law student consider of every single case I have ever tried, invest in education at all levels — elare location-related. a judicial clerkship. There is no betincluding every question I have asked, ementary, secondary and higher ter advantage early on in your career and every argument I ever made, well education. Nevada’s school system What is Las Vegas’ legal comthan working for a judge; you are able after the verdict came in. That is especonsistently ranks low in a variety of munity like? to see, up close, the decision-making cially true for the cases I won. measures, and that creates an expoThe legal profession is extremely process and the impact that skilled nential deficit in the workforce and collegial here in Las Vegas. I’ve had practitioners, through their writing Tell us about the most memothe economy, and also is reflected in the opportunity to work with lawand advocacy, have on that process. rable cases you’ve worked on the growth and innovation of busiyers from all over the nation and even I was fortunate to clerk for former and why they stand out. ness. from other countries, and almost all U.S. District Court Judge Philip Pro Many cases come to mind, includexpress envy over the camaraderie right out of law school. That experiing a case I prosecuted where the deWhat have you learned and collegiality among the bar memence shaped me; in addition to being fendant attacked a colleague in open from the recession? bers here. able to work for an incredible mentor, court during cross-examination; As the economy here begins to reI was able to see the upper echelon of one where a police officer didn’t reccover, I am seeing a number of deWhat obstacles has your busilitigators and trial attorneys appear ognize the defendant he’d arrested velopers, commercial entities and ness overcome? before him every day, and I learned while he was sitting in front of him individuals with a vision for business Every business needs to adjust and what worked and a lot about what at trial; a site visit of a waste-transin Southern Nevada leap on opportuupdate in order to flourish through didn’t. fer station and a landfill that I did in nities that, for one reason or another, the decades, and a law firm is no preparation for a case and how I had were left to stagnate during difficult different. Brownstein has invested What makes Las Vegas unique to throw out my clothes afterward times. I think this is a good example in strategic practice areas and geoin the legal world? from the stench; and one case where of how economic fluctuation can graphic locations, and put a great deal I’m pretty sure our jury pool is I agreed to meet a client at a trade stimulate business, and a good reof effort into recruiting, retaining one of the few places where business show, which happened to be an adult minder that Nevada needs innovative and developing talented practitioowners, teachers and health care entertainment expo. and progressive leaders to help conners as we approach the firm’s 50th workers mix with professional gamtinue to reinvigorate the economy. anniversary. blers, exotic dancers and prostitutes. What advice would you give

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by the numbers

13 Percent

Facebook’s stock percentage increase in the fourth quarter of 2015. Revenue increased by 52 percent year over year to almost $6 billion. The number of active users rose to about 1.6 billion, a 21 percent increase.

9 Percent

Drop in the value of shares of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc., after Hillary Clinton criticized the drug company for price hikes. According to Reuters, Clinton said the cost of 10 vials of migraine drug DHE 45 rose to over $14,000 in December. In June 2014, the medication cost about $3,000.

18 1/2

Number of hours it would take to travel from Doha, Qatar to Auckland. Qatar Airways plans to launch a nonstop route that would be the longest continuous flight in the world, covering 9,034 miles.

$190 Million

Jetblue’s fourth-quarter profits, up from $87 million. The surge is largely due to a dramatic drop in oil prices.

Number of A380s Airbus has sold to Iran Air. The transaction is part of a 118-aircraft, $25 billion order. Airbus also confirmed it would sell the aircraft to Japan’s All Nippon Airways. The sales mark the end of a two-year slump in which Airbus had no orders for the jumbo jet.

870,000

The number of cars Nissan said it would recall in the United States and Canada. The Japanese car company will recall 2013-15 Altimas because the models’ hoods could open while driving.

$6 Billion

Amount of a bond sale AT&T began to partially pay down its $126 billion debt. The debt will be offered in four parts, with 31-year bonds worth $1.5 billion being the longest portion.

Sylvie and Pascal Becourt moved to Las Vegas from France and opened Sud France Design. The pool table they designed can be seen in the movie “The Last Witch Hunter,” starring Vin Diesel. (STEVE MARCUS/staff)

Design company brings the south of France to Southern Nevada Describe your business.

We offer furniture and accessories with France style and French design from the south of France. We also promote French painters and sculptors. And we propose home staging and customize a lot of products, such as dishes and textiles. Who are your customers?

sud france design Address: 7650 S. Dean Martin Road, Suite 106, Las Vegas Phone: 702-333-0580 Email: sylvie@sudfrancedesign.com Website: sudfrancedesign.com Hours of operation: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment on Saturday and Sunday Owned/operated by: Sylvie and Pascal Becourt In business since: July

Everyone who needs to decorate their house or wants to buy an original gift that you can’t find anywhere else in Las Vegas. What’s the most important part of your job?

To bring people to visit our store location because we are a destination. What is the hardest part about doing business in Las Vegas?

To be known. What brought you to Las Vegas?

We bought a house a few years ago and it was hard for us to find furniture to fit our taste. So the idea was born to bring French atmosphere to people who live in Las Vegas, to offer them an alternative for their home.

Do you manufacture goods or import them?

We design and import our furniture from France, India and China, but always with the French Art de Vivre style. What are the biggest differences between doing business in Las Vegas and in France?

It’s amazing to see how American people love France and French style. That’s something you can’t see when you do business in France. In the United States, you need to socialize a lot, to be connected with the person you need to meet for your business. That’s not something that you have to do in France. This is totally new for us, and we think it’s a good way to learn from people, their history, their experience, and most important, how they succeed in business.

What obstacles has your business overcome?

The most difficult for us was to find a lease and someone to trust in us and in our project. Carl Cross, our landlord, is an amazing person. He trusts in our project and he gave us the chance to do it in good conditions. We needed this lease to apply for the visa and start this adventure. This was the first step.

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Murren, Faraday exec and others talk about Las Vegas’ future at Preview 2016 By j.d. morris Staff Writer

Paid parking on the Strip was not on the agenda at Preview Las Vegas, but it was hard not to think about it when the head of MGM Resorts International took the stage at Cox Pavilion. MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren gave the final address at Preview, an annual networking event presented by the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce. Although Murren never specifically detailed his company’s recent decision to start charging for parking at its Strip resorts, that policy seemed particularly relevant when he spoke about how Las Vegas has evolved and innovated over time. Murren said the city had done well at staying ahead of the curve and “changing our product to anticipate the needs of our customers.” “Now, some have argued that Las Vegas is about getting something for nothing. I would argue that customers come here knowing that we will exceed their expectations, we will engage and entertain them with an experience they will not soon forget, and inspire them to come back again and again,” he said. MGM Resorts’ announcement last month that it would institute paid parking this year marked a major departure for the Strip, where free parking has been the norm. The decision prompted an intense backlash online: A Facebook group opposing it has nearly 1,900 members, for example. Overnight self-parking will cost $10 or less, the company has said, and fees will begin by the end of June. MGM Resorts said the policy was part of a $90 million initiative that includes building a 3,000-space parking garage by Excalibur and making improvements to its existing garages. Murren said Las Vegas still has “plenty of value to offer,” but the city long ago realized it had to provide “something far more than just low prices” to be successful. He said Las Vegas has recovered since the depths of the recession, pointing to last year’s record 42.3 million visitors.

Dag Reckhorn, vice president of global manufacturing for Faraday Future, speaks during the Metro Chamber of Commerce annual Preview Las Vegas event. He said Faraday expects to showcase a production car “sooner than the world expects.” (l.e. baskow/staff)

“That, of course, demonstrates that we must remain flexible and adaptable to survive and thrive in this ever-changing environment,” Murren said. “I can’t think of another city in America whose citizenry is as open to constant change and evolution as Las Vegas.” Murren also defended the $1.1 billion tax package passed by legislators last year with the aim of supporting public education, as well as the planned expansion of the Las Vegas Convention Center. His comments followed an earlier speech from Dag Reckhorn, vice president of global manufacturing for Faraday Future, the electric-car company that received an estimated $215.9 million in tax incentives from the state to build a $1 billion manufacturing plant in North Las Vegas in what many have called a gamechanger for the region. He began by outlining the company’s vision and technology. He called Faraday, a company of nearly 800 employees with offices worldwide, “outside the typical automotive box.” Company executives have

long argued that it is more of a technology company than an automobile company, looking to redefine mobility. Reckhorn said the company’s national search for a factory location was “extremely competitive;” Faraday explored other states, including California, Georgia and Louisiana. But the company chose Nevada for several reasons, including a competitive business environment and proximity to its California headquarters and western ports. Reckhorn said Faraday plans for a first-quarter groundbreaking at the 18,000-acre Apex Industrial Park, and that Faraday would begin moving in equipment by the end of 2016. “We are moving at an incredibly fast-paced schedule,” he said. The presence of such a large manufacturing project in the region is expected to stimulate the economy. Reckhorn said the project would generate 2,000 construction jobs 4,500 permanent jobs over the next decade after the plant is completed. Fifty percent of those positions are to be filled by Nevadans.

The company also has pledged to give $1 million to K-12 education for six years beginning in 2018, Reckhorn said. “We are committed to the community of North Las Vegas, and are looking forward to being a part of its growth as we create a better future together,” he said. The company revealed a high-end concept car at CES, but industry experts have been hesitant to predict the company’s success in the crowded electric-car market without seeing a mass-market production vehicle. Reckhorn said design for the first production car had been completed. “We expect to showcase our first production car sooner than the world expects,” he said. Earlier, Robert Lang, executive director of Brookings Mountain West, told the Preview crowd that Southern Nevada had scored some big wins recently, such as securing the Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument and moving forward with a medical school for UNLV. But Lang said Nevada still lags in other areas, such as university research and development expenditures, and that the Las Vegas area in particular would benefit from getting a light rail system in place. Other priorities for Southern Nevada should be the refurbishment and expansion of the Las Vegas Convention Center and a possible stadium, he said. Lang also was supportive of Southern Nevada keeping more of the tax revenue it sends to Carson City. His presentation was followed by a panel led by Rossi Ralenkotter, CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The panel featured Michael Boyd, president of Boyd Group International; Roger Dow, CEO of the U.S. Travel Association; and Warren Earles, port director for U.S. Customs and Border Protection at McCarran International Airport. They discussed a range of tourism and transportation topics such as international visitors, air travel and the importance of using vacation days. Reporter Daniel Rothberg contributed to this story.

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Tourism committee examining light rail By j.d. morris Staff Writer

Light rail, an expanded monorail and new pedestrian bridges on the Strip were among key transportation proposals examined recently by an influential group of local tourism leaders. The Southern Nevada Tourism Infrastructure Committee met to hear in detail about transportation proposals, including many covered by a sweeping plan released by the Regional Transportation Commission. Called the Transportation Investment Business Plan, it suggests a wide range of initiatives, one of them being a light rail system that would link the airport, Strip and downtown Las Vegas. Many details about the light rail The Regional Transportation District’s light rail train arrives at the Broadway proposal remain up in the air, includ- station in south Denver. (associated press file) ing whether the system would be built corridor. Traffic would be one way about the logistics of making light rail at, above or below street level, and on each expressway segment, which happen, saying it would be difficult where the stations would be. It’s also would include Koval Lane and Parato build such a system on Las Vegas not certain that officials will decide to dise Road. Boulevard without causing major move forward with all aspects of the Other big proposals discussed with disruption. Later in the meeting, he plan. the committee include two significant expressed skepticism over the cost. As envisioned, the light rail system pedestrian bridges on the Strip. One Officials have said light rail could cost would connect McCarran Internawould be built in an X-shape in the between $2.1 billion and $12.5 billion tional Airport to the Strip via one of Bellagio-Paris Las Vegas area, conoverall. a few potential routes, then run down necting the east and west sides of Las “These numbers are becoming craLas Vegas Boulevard and into downVegas Boulevard; the other would be zy astronomical,” Sisolak said. town. The cost varies by billions of built in a circular shape at the Sahara Committee members were particudollars depending on what level it is Avenue intersection. larly impressed with a plan presented built. Additionally, the committee heard by Clark County officials for an elevatClark County Commissioner Steve about plans to expand the Las Vegas ed expressway to more quickly move Sisolak, a member of the infrastrucMonorail by adding a station for the cars between the airport and resort ture committee, expressed concern

Sands Expo Center and bringing it over to Mandalay Bay. That’s seen as a desirable move to link the area’s major convention centers. The monorail also may extend to the airport, which could theoretically happen in addition to a light rail system that also could run there. But Monorail CEO Curtis Myles said the convention center-focused expansion is the top priority. “Mandalay Bay is the best bet we have,” he said. The committee also heard about possible high-capacity transit on Maryland Parkway, the Xpress West high-speed rail system between Las Vegas and Southern California and other transit plans. In the latter half of the daylong meeting, officials from San Diego, Utah, San Francisco, Denver and Orlando, Fla., spoke about big transit projects in their communities. Paul Jablonski, CEO of San Diego’s Metropolitan Transit System, said an expansion of his area’s light rail system had drawn “virtually no detractors.” “People have been wondering what’s taken so long,” Jablonski said. “That’s the most common question: ‘Why don’t we have it already?’ ” The committee has been meeting for months to evaluate Southern Nevada’s infrastructure needs for arenas, convention centers, the airport and more. It’s supposed to submit a report to the governor this summer.

Wynn Las Vegas sues over $15.7M fee to leave NV Energy By daniel rothberg Staff Writer

Wynn Las Vegas is suing the Public Utilities Commission over the fee it would have to pay to leave NV Energy and buy power from a different company. In the lawsuit, filed in District Court, Wynn claimed state regulators used a “legally untenable scheme” to calculate the $15.7 million exit fee. Alleging the commission exceeded its authority and disregarded legislative directives, Wynn wants the court to invalidate the exit fee. The lawsuit also objects to how the PUC calculated future fees Wynn must pay. The lawsuit came after Wynn exhausted an internal appeals process with the PUC, which denied its re-

quest to recalculate the fee. It is the latest development in an effort by three gaming companies to leave NV Energy. Wynn, Las Vegas Sands Corp. and MGM Resorts International filed applications in May seeking permission to leave the utility. A 2001 law, written at a time NV Energy was generating less than half its own power and there was an energy crisis, allows large companies to petition to leave NV Energy and purchase electricity from alternative sources. They must also pay an exit fee. One of the lawsuit’s claims is that the PUC has sought to reinterpret the law, taking into consideration factors such as changed marketplace conditions and different financial circumstances for Nevada Power Co., NV En-

ergy’s Southern Nevada division. “Simply put, although the Legislature has not deviated from its policy directives since 2001, the PUC has decreed that those policy choices are no longer valid and thus it has decided to revise them without any legislative authorization,” the lawsuit says. In December, the commission approved exit fees totalling more than $126 million for all three companies. The amount was split proportionally — $86.9 million for MGM, $15.7 million for Wynn and $23.9 million for Sands. The gaming companies, which make up about 7 percent of NV Energy’s customer base, also would be required to pay future fees. The exit fees are intended to protect other NV Energy ratepayers from

assuming the costs of large customers abandoning the power grid. Much of the lawsuit focuses on how the exit fees were calculated. The commission took an “aggregate approach” when it made its assessment, the lawsuit says. It assumed in its calculations the effect of all three casino companies exiting, instead of considering their individual impacts. “Because of the aggregation, if, for example, MGM were to decide not to proceed with its proposed exit, then the entire basis for the PUC’s calculation self-implodes,” the lawsuit says. The commission said NV Energy has paid to create facilities and acquire resources to meet Wynn’s current and future energy needs and said it plans to defend its order in court.

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Las Vegas student a success on ‘Shark Tank’ By daniel rothberg Staff Writer

Nobody told Shaan Patel why people rented rooms by the hour at the Sky Ranch Motel, his childhood home until he was 15. But Patel knew. “At a young age, you figure out why pretty quickly,” he said. The Sky Ranch, on a gritty stretch of Fremont Street on Las Vegas’ east side, drew a cast of characters that included drug addicts and prostitutes. Patel lived in a room there — not far from the establishment’s neon-colored sign, where a yellow half-moon College student and entrepreneur Shaan Patel shone day and night — because his parents were the delivers a pitch on an episode of “Shark Tank,” which owners. aired Jan. 29 on ABC. (disney/abc television group) And he said that despite a chaotic environment ple hundred test-takers do each year, is what Patel of maintenance calls and bells ringing at all hours, eventually capitalized on and converted into a nawhen he went away to USC for college, he appreciattional company, 2400 Expert SAT Prep. That turned ed what he learned by living there. He fondly recalls into a book published by McGraw-Hill. basketball in the parking lot with several friends And on Jan. 29, the company made its debut on whose parents also owned motels on Fremont. “Shark Tank,” in which entrepreneurs present busiSometimes the guests would join the games. He renesses to a panel of investors in hopes of getting members playing with a frequent motel guest Patel funding. describes as “cool” and a “great person” but also an “The publicity of ‘Shark Tank’ is probably worth “example of how your life can go wrong.” more than a deal,” Patel said. “It helped me empathize a lot,” he said. Even with Cuban’s investment, Patel has plans Patel recognizes he was fortunate in another beyond his current business. The former Clark High way: His parents made education a top priority. His School valedictorian wants to be a doctor and is dad had emigrated from India, where he grew up completing a business degree at Yale. He then plans in a town in which most people did not have a forto finish his final year of medical school at USC, mal education, Patel said. His father was different. where he received a full-tuition award as an underThrough a connection, he was able to earn an edugraduate. cation, eventually going to college and pharmacy Patel stresses how much a perfect score set him school. His dad never forgot the difference it made. on his course. In addition to the USC scholarship, “It had to do with his own experience,” Patel said companies such as Coca-Cola and Toyota granted of his father’s emphasis on education. awards for his college expenses. He got admisNow, years after moving away from the Sky sion offers from top universities including Brown, Ranch, Patel is a college student and an entrepreNorthwestern and Johns Hopkins. neur who recently appeared on the ABC reality TV “It really changed my life,” he said. show “Shark Tank,” earning a $250,000 investment It wasn’t easy, though. Patel said the first time he from Mark Cuban. took the SAT, he missed the perfect score by about 700 His pitch for the show had roots in his high school points. “That’s when I started studying hundreds of years, when he earned a perfect SAT score of 2400. hours for the SAT,” he said, which included taking sevHis method for how he did it, something only a cou-

eral practice exams and memorizing vocabulary lists. After studying his way to a perfect score, he wanted to write an SAT-prep book to help others do the same. In college, he reached out to hundreds of literary agents and was rejected by nearly all of them. With no publishers jumping at his pitch, Patel decided he would earn extra money using his techniques to teach classes in Las Vegas. “I never had any plans bigger than that,” he said. But those first two classes, which drew about 18 students and were taught out of a co-working space in Henderson, were so successful that parents were calling him to teach more. The only problem: Patel was headed off to medical school and couldn’t do both. Instead, in 2011, Patel hired several instructors to teach the classes for him. That’s when the business began in earnest, and it’s only grown since. It’s done about $1.5 million in sales in Las Vegas and online. And Patel is eager to expand it. The company launched in more than a dozen cities this month, including Los Angeles and New York. It has the resources to do about 30 classes right now, but Patel wants to push that number past 100 by the end of 2016. Despite juggling business school and medical school, Patel is still actively involved in the company. So much responsibility rests on Patel, he said, some of the “Shark Tank” investors were concerned about what might happen to the firm were something to happen to him. There are obstacles to the company’s success, and Patel recognizes them. For one, the SAT-prep market, with big players like Kaplan and Princeton Review, is crowded. What differentiates his company, Patel argues, is that it’s crafted as a course from the student’s perspective and has produced tangible results. He said the average score increase, by the end of his courses, is about 368 points. During his appearance on “Shark Tank,” he pitched for about 90 minutes for a segment that was condensed to 10 minutes. “You basically have the attention of 7 million Americans for 10 minutes,” Patel said, adding that the equivalent amount of commercial time would cost many millions. “No one can ever do that.”

Even without endorsing, Culinary Union seeks to be major political player By j.d. morris Staff Writer

After playing a big role when Democratic candidates last battled for their party’s presidential nomination, the Culinary Union is staying above the fray this time around. While it made waves by backing Barack Obama over Hillary Clinton in January 2008, the union has not announced support for anyone this time around. In fact, the union has decided not to make an endorsement in the 2016 Democratic primary. That’s not to say the union isn’t be-

ing vocal about anything. Rather, it appears more focused on a different sort of campaign: its efforts to organize workers at Station Casinos, the Trump International Hotel and the Palms. Still, the decision not to endorse in the primary marks a notable contrast to eight years ago, when the union and its parent organization, Unite Here, came out swinging for Obama. This year, the union indicated it would focus on the general election, with a statement saying the union hoped to register thousands of its members to vote in November.

“In reality, right now, we’ve been focused on organizing,” said Geoconda Arguello-Kline, the union’s secretary-treasurer. The union says the number of workers it represents in Las Vegas and Reno has grown from more than 55,000 to 57,000. That’s less than it was before the recession hit, but it reflects a noticeable growth at a time when unions elsewhere face legal and political challenges to their growth and strength. Private-sector union membership declined from 7.9 percent of those employed in 2004 to 6.6 percent in

2014, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Ruben Garcia, a UNLV professor with expertise in labor law, contrasted the union’s enduring strength with the fact that Nevada is a right-to-work state, meaning employees cannot be required to join a union or pay union dues. “To represent so many workers in a right-to-work state, I think, shows their ability to organize,” Garcia said. “And, of course, their political organization was also shown by the fact that their endorsement is very coveted.”

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Now that the court exists, voters will no longer have a say over its size or structure The problem was so bad that even former opponents of creating an intermediate court grudgingly supported the idea. So in unanimous votes in the state Senate and Assembly, the Legislature passed the constitutional amendment to create a court of appeals, and even preapproved funding for the court in the hopes that voters would approve the measure. In November 2014, voters did just that. The next month, Gov. Brian Sandoval announced the first three judges for the new court — Jerome “Jerry” Tao and Abbi Silver from Las Vegas, and Michael Patrick Gibbons from Reno — and by January 2015, they were sworn in and processing cases. Last year, the new court was assigned 816 cases and disposed of 712, which helped reduce the backlog of appellate cases to 1,543, its lowest level since 2011. However, if the number of cases in Nevada continues to increase — and there’s every reason to believe it will — Nevada’s new Court of Appeals is only the first of a series of changes the Nevada judiciary could see over the next few decades. Part of the reason the Court of Appeals was able to hear and process so many cases so quickly is that it receives cases using what is called a deflective, or “push-down,” method. All cases are still appealed directly to the Nevada Supreme Court, which then deflects some to the Court of Appeals. This differs from traditional appellate systems, such as the federal system, in which cases are appealed directly to the appellate courts, and only some progress beyond that to the Supreme Court. The deflective system is easier to implement and changes the appeals process very little, but creates more administrative overhead for the Supreme Court, which adopts the additional responsibility of looking at every case to figure out which court will hear it, then looking again at the cases it decides to keep in order to finally get to the merits. Three other states use a similar model to Nevada’s: Idaho, Iowa and Mississippi (Oklahoma uses a deflective

The Nevada Court of Appeals building will be erected on Clark Avenue between Fourth Street and Las Vegas Boulevard in downtown Las Vegas. (steve marcus/staff)

Which cases go to each court? The complete list, from the Nevada Rules of Appellate Procedure, Rule 17, includes the following cases assigned to each court: Supreme Court n Death penalty cases n Business court cases n Child abuse, neglect, and

termination of parental rights cases n Administrative appeals from tax, water or public utilities commissions n Cases principally involving unresolved questions of law n Cases involving the legal system itself (including lawyers, courts and elections) n Appeals from orders denying motions to compel arbitration

system for civil cases only). Hawaii and South Carolina previously used deflective systems, but both later switched to more traditional models as their appellate caseloads grew to the point where a deflective system was no longer efficient. A representative from the Hawaii courts described the old system as needing “a considerable amount of wholly unproductive procedural work as staff and justices must spend time researching and writing about whether a case should be assigned to the (intermediate court)

Court of Appeals n Criminal conviction appeals, besides death penalty and category A felonies n Family law matters, besides abuse, neglect and termination n Administrative appeals, other than tax, water or public utilities n Torts of $250,000 or less n Appeals challenging venue n Appeals challenging injunctive relief n Pretrial writ proceedings regarding discovery or motions in limine n Trust and estate matters less than $5,430,000 n Foreclosure mediation appeals

or the Supreme Court, rather than researching and writing about the issues raised by the parties.” This suggests that while the deflective system may work for a while in Nevada, the state will likely eventually outgrow it. For now, the only change most Nevada attorneys will notice is a new routing statement they must include with each Supreme Court appeal, describing why the case should be heard by the Supreme Court or the Court of Appeals. Also, in theory, after the Court of

Appeals hears a case, the losing party may file a petition for another review by the Supreme Court. But this offers little advantage in practice, as the review is discretionary, and of the 13 petitions filed in the first half of 2015, all were denied. Creating the Court of Appeals had some other interesting side effects, such as reducing the number of Supreme Court justices back to five. This reduction won’t take effect until the terms of the justices serving in those seats end in January 2019, and it might not take effect at all if the law is changed before then. If the number does decrease, though, that would leave the Supreme Court with too few justices to split into two three-justice panels, and cancel much of the benefit provided by the new Court of Appeals. To prevent this, the Legislature could either change the law to allow the Supreme Court to stay at its current size or increase the size of the Court of Appeals. The trend in other states has been to allow the Supreme Court to shrink after adding an intermediate appellate court, and instead increase the number of judges at the intermediate level (California, for example, has 105 appellate judges). In the long run, the most important consequence of creating the Nevada Court of Appeals will likely not be the three-judge court but the larger court it will be able to grow into in the future. Creating the Court of Appeals only took as long as it did because doing so required a constitutional amendment that had to be approved by voters in a ballot measure. However, future changes to the size and even the structure of the Court of Appeals can be done either by the Supreme Court or the Legislature, without the need for another ballot measure. And if the court does get bigger, finding room for the additional judges won’t be a problem. Construction has begun on an opulent 26,100-square-foot courthouse in downtown Las Vegas that is scheduled to open in December.

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Golden Entertainment heads into Montana with completion of $20M transaction Maryland. The company made it clear during its merger with Lakes Entertainment last year that it planned to expand into Montana. “Entering the Montana gaming market is an exciting opportunity to expand our disciplined operating strategy to new markets and diversify the geographic reach of our distributed gaming operations,” CEO Blake

By J.D. Morris Staff Writer

Las Vegas-based Golden Entertainment Inc. has wrapped up its $20 million acquisition of about 1,000 gambling devices in Montana. The transaction brings another market into play for Golden Entertainment, which already has a huge presence in Nevada and a casino in

Sartini said in a statement. Golden Entertainment said it bought the Montana devices from C. Lohman Games Inc., Rocky Mountain Gaming Inc. and Brandy’s Shoreliner Restaurant Inc. About 50,000 shares of the company’s common stock were included in the transaction, which was funded with excess cash and available credit,

the company said. Golden Entertainment also is growing in Nevada. The company said it would open six properties in Las Vegas this year, including its first brewery and a Sierra Gold tavern on West Flamingo Road. The company is Nevada’s leading slot machine route operator, with thousands of machines inside business such as grocery stores.

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In the latest effort to make millions from the Strip’s lucrative drugstore sector, a CVS has hit the market with a big price tag. Capital Square Realty Advisors is trying to sell its CVS-occupied retail property at the base of Sky Las Vegas, a north Strip condo tower, for $42 million. That’s a 26 percent markup from the investment firm’s nearly $33.3 million purchase in spring 2014, county records show. It’s yet another attempt to cash in on a growing slice of commerce in the famed casino corridor. Drugstore chains Walgreens and CVS have been opening more stores on tourist-packed Las Vegas Boulevard, as they make big money there selling medicine, food, booze and Vegas-themed souvenirs, including flasks and shot glasses. They also pay big rents for space on the Strip, and landlords have sold the properties for hefty amounts. CVS, for instance, plans to open a store in front of Bally’s — now under construction — in May, and it opened an outpost last year in the new three-story mall at Treasure Island. Investors sold a Walgreens property on the north Strip in October for $37 million, or $2,310 per square foot — up 33 percent from what they paid in 2012. Almost two years ago, county records show, Virginia-based Capital Square paid $2,314 per square foot for its roughly 14,380-square-foot CVS store. It’s now aiming to sell the property for $2,921 per square foot. According to marketing materials from CBRE, the drugstore has a nearly 22-year lease at Sky Las Vegas, 2700 Las Vegas Blvd. South, that expires in spring 2029. It has four five-year extension options, as well. Its rent next year is scheduled to be $2.26 million, the materials say.

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Calendar of events Monday, Feb. 8

Thursday, Feb. 18

Vegas Young Professionals Toastmasters meeting Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce, 575 Symphony Park Ave., Suite 100, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-586-3834 Are you a young adult just starting your career? Learn speaking, presentation and leadership skills that can help advance your career.

NAIOP breakfast: Meet the Managers Time: 7-9:15 a.m. Cost: Free for president’s circle sponsors, $25 for members, $40 for nonmembers Location: Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas Information: Visit naiopnv.org Las Vegas City Manager Betsy Fretwell, North Las Vegas City Manager Qiong Liu, Henderson City Manager Robert Murnane and Clark County Manager Don Burnette will discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with legislation that took effect this year.

Tuesday, Feb. 9 Henderson Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast Time: 7-9 a.m. Cost: $28 for members, $48 for nonmembers, additional $10 for walk-ins Location: Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road, Henderson Information: Visit disraelson@hendersonchamber.com Rick Arpin of MGM Resorts International will speak about the impact of the T-Mobile Arena on Southern Nevada. Keystone Corp. breakfast Time: 7:30-9 a.m. Cost: $30 person Location: Las Vegas Country Club, 3000 Joe W. Brown Drive, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-952-2456 Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison will be the keynote speaker.

Thursday, Feb. 11 BOMA Nevada mixer Time: 5-8 p.m. Cost: $25 Location: LVA Marketing Center, New York-New York, 3790 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Visit bomanevada.org Mingle with local professionals and tour the TMobile Arena before it opens in April.

Alix Batesko displays Happy Socks during the Spring 2015 MAGIC show. The company is based in Sweden. (steve marcus/staff file)

Friday, Feb. 12 Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Nevada: Business Connection Cafe Time: 7:30-9:30 a.m. Cost: $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers Location: Angels of Las Vegas, 4850 W. Flamingo Road, Suite 24, Las Vegas Information: Call 702-733-3955 June Beland, president and CEO of the Women’s Chamber, and Jennifer Barrier, president of Vegas Young Professionals, will speak.

Tuesday, Feb. 16 Southern Nevada Forum: Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Time: 8-9:30 a.m. Cost: Free Location: Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas Information: Email bmcanallen@lasvegasnevada.gov Discuss Southern Nevada’s transportation systems and infrastructure.

Thursday, Feb. 18 Southern Nevada Forum: Good Governance Committee Time: 8 a.m.-noon Cost: Free Location: Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce, 575 Symphony Park Ave., Suite 100, Las Vegas Information: Email jharrison@lvchamber.com Stop by to discuss your concerns about the region and your ideas for next year’s legislative session. Vegas Young Professionals Fusion Mixer Time: 6-8 p.m. Cost: $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers Location: Cantina Laredo, 430 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas Information: Call 702-586-3834 Make business connections and learn how to build your professional brand. CCIM Southern Nevada Chapter luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost: Free for sponsors, $40 for members, $50 for nonmembers Location: Palms, 4321 Flamingo Road, Las Vegas Information: Visit snccim.org Meet local commercial investment professionals and expand your network.

Conventions

expected Show Location Dates attendance

Debt Buyers Association International Annual Conference 2016

Aria

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Off-Price Specialist Show - Spring 2016

Venetian

Feb. 14-17

11,500

Accessories The Show

Sands Expo and Convention Center

Feb. 15-17

2,000

MAGIC Marketplace Spring Show

Las Vegas Convention Center

Feb. 16-18

85,000

The AWMA 2016 Show - American Wholesale Marketers Association

Paris

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Records and Transactions Bankruptcies CHAPTER 11 Woodridge Villas Inc. 1591 Chartered Inc. Las Vegas, NV 89101 Attorney: Matthew L. Johnson at annabell@mjohnsonlaw.com Wind Entertainment Corp. 1328 Calle Cantar Henderson, NV 89012 Attorney: Samuel A. Schwartz at sam@nvfirm.com 35 Innisbrook LLC 35 Innisbrook Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89113 Attorney: Seth D. Ballstaedt at seth@ballstaedtlaw.com

Bid Opportunities MONDAY, FEB. 8 3 p.m. Annual Requirements Contract for fasteners Clark County, 603965 Chetan Champaneri at chetanc@ clarkcountynv.gov

TUESDAY, FEB. 9 2:15 p.m. Fire Station No. 22: fuel station installation Clark County, 603931 Ashley Blanco at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10 2:15 p.m. Eastern Avenue: Wigwam to Warm Springs, Serene to I-215 and I-215 ramps Clark County, 603879 Tom Boldt at tboldt@clarkcountynv.gov 3 p.m. Patch truck, crew cab, 5 cubic yard capacity Clark County, 603969 Ashley Blanco at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov 3 p.m. Current production model 1-1 1/2 ton, extended cab four-wheel drive, flat bed truck with airless paint system Clark County, 603972 Ashley Blanco at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov

THURSDAY, FEB. 11 3 p.m. Current production model flatbed truck with air compressor Clark County, 603971 Ashley Blanco at ashley.blanco@ clarkcountynv.gov

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Annual Requirements Contract for janitorial services at Fire Station 18 administration building Clark County, 603963 Deon Ford at deonf@clarkcountynv.gov

Brokered transactions SALES $8,950,000 for 21,639 square feet, retail Address: 1280, 1310 and 1340 E. Silverado Ranch Blvd., Las Vegas 89183 Seller: Silverado Auto Partners Seller agent: Chris Emanuel and John Blommer of Virtus Commercial Buyer: AW Family Trust Buyer agent: Did not disclose $8,300,000 for 15,800 square feet, retail Address: 8520, 8530 and 8550 W. Warm Springs Road, Las Vegas 89113 Seller: DSP 1 LLC Seller agent: Chris Emanuel and John Blommer of Virtus Commercial Buyer: AW Family Trust Buyer agent: Did not disclose $6,000,000 for 100 units, residential Address: 3949 N. Nellis Blvd., Las Vegas 89115 Seller: ABJ Group Enterprises LLC Seller agent: Robin Willet of NAI Vegas Buyer: Rivera Shopping Center Ltd. Buyer agent: Robin Willet of NAI Vegas $5,700,000 for 39,600 square feet, retail Address: 235 N. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas 89101 Seller: Partch-Lebovitz Family Trust LLC Seller agent: Chris Emanuel and John Blommer of Virtus Commercial Buyer: CARE Holdings LLC et al Buyer agent: Chris Emanuel of Virtus Commercial $1,050,000 for 9.42 acres, land Address: Northwest corner of East Ann Road and North Sloan Lane, North Las Vegas 89115 Seller: Valley Bank of Nevada Seller agent: Steven Haynes of Colliers International Buyer: Demeter Investments LLC Buyer agent: Did not disclose $340,000 for 0.34 acre, office Address: 4411 S. Pecos Road, Las Vegas 89121 Seller: Wells Real Estate of Nevada LLC Seller agent: Did not disclose Buyer: Roberts Law Group PC Buyer agent: Did not disclose $199,900 for 2.5 acres, land

Address: Southwest corner of Agate Avenue and Hauck Street, Las Vegas 89139 Seller: Decisive Pursuit LLC Seller agent: Did not disclose Buyer: Investor Equity Homes LLC Buyer agent: Vince Schettler of Colliers International

BUSINESS LICENSES Oakridge Apartments LLC License type: Apartment Address: 811 Joyce St., Henderson 89015 Owner: Oakridge Apartments LLC One Call Do All Handyman License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Clark Viola Original Auto Body Shop Corp. License type: Automotive garage Address: 73 30th St., Suite 3, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Octavio Hurtado-Mendoza Parti Pak Productions Inc. License type: Wedding consultants Address: 2800 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 2C, Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Janeen M. Hinden Patricia Berger License type: Real estate sales Address: 7674 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 109, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: Patricia Berger Pink Ribbon Tattoo License type: Tattoo business Address: 5550 Painted Mirage Road, Suite 270, Las Vegas 89149 Owner: Ann Reynolds Pirate Fest License type: Event (time-limited) Address: 3333 W. Washington Ave., Las Vegas 89107 Owner: R&J Productions Planetary Pools LLC License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Daniel Coombs Poolstar LLC License type: Residential property maintenance Address: 8325 Bomberos Court, Las Vegas 89113 Owner: Kevin Humphreys Powercorp License type: Contractor Address: 4175 Cameron St., Las Vegas 89103 Owner: WTD Development LLC Precision Services and Repair LLC License type: Contractor Address: 580 W. Cheyenne Ave., North Las Vegas 89030 Owner: Precision Services and

Repair LLC Presidential Limousine License type: Limousine services Address: 2000 Industrial Road, Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Bradley B. Bell Primary Care Center of Nevada License type: Professional services - medical Address: 2001 S. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 160, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Tannoury MD PC Prime Time Athletics License type: Professional promoter Address: 724 Country Club Drive, Las Vegas 86401 Owner: Little Rebels LLC Prominent Investments License type: Real estate sales Address: 7674 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 109, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: Umer Malik Prominent Realty Group LLC License type: Real estate sales Address: 7674 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 109, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: Gabriel Tulli PTâ€™s Brewing Co. License type: Restaurant Address: 3101 N. Tenaya Way, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: Golden-PTâ€™s Pub Brew 63 LLC Quest Academy Preparatory Education License type: Business support Address: 4660 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas 89130 Owner: David Olive R and D Crafts License type: Nonfarm product vendor Address: 9200 Tule Springs Road, Las Vegas 89131 Owner: Debbie Diaz RMAN License type: Community services Address: 1000 Garces Ave., Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Asylee Refugee Migrant Assistance Network Radio Activo Broadcasting License type: Management or consulting service Address: 2100 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Radio Activo Broadcasting LLC Radioshack License type: General retail sales Address: 8800 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 29, Las Vegas 89145 Owner: General Wireless Operations Inc. Rainbows End Health Food Store & Cafe

License type: Food specialty store Address: 1100 E. Sahara Ave., Suite 120, Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Csanfiz LLC Ram Masonry LLC License type: Contractor Address: 228 Buck Ranch Ave., North Las Vegas 89032 Owner: Ram Masonry LLC Re_Group License type: Consulting agency Address: 1391 Minuet St., Henderson 89052 Owner: Re_Group LLC Re-Dude License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Allen Pavelka Real Talk Youth Impact Program Inc. License type: Community services Address: 401 S. Fourth St., Suite 180, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Sheree Corniel Reliable Dental Lab License type: Clinic or laboratory Address: 2101 S. Jones Blvd., Suite 110, Las Vegas 89146 Owner: C and T Dental Laboratory LLC Rhino Graphics License type: Nonfarm product vendor Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Richard Cloutier Rincon De Los Remedios License type: Sports bar Address: 923 N. Pecos Road, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Lozada Corp. Inc. Rosenblum Tax License type: Business support Address: Did not disclose Owner: Roberta Rosenblum SOS Handyman License type: Maintenance services Address: 3505 Reynolds Ave., North Las Vegas 89030 Owner: Sergio Vega Jr. Sartini Gaming LLC License type: Gaming restricted Address: 3101 N. Tenaya Way, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: Golden Gaming LLC Screenmobile License type: Maintenance services Address: 2141 Henniker Way, Las Vegas 89134 Owner: Don Rose Second Opinion Plumbing LLC License type: Contractor Address: 7495 W. Azure Drive, Las Vegas 89130 Owner: Alberto Viramontes Magana Serenity Funeral Home LLC

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Records and Transactions License type: Funeral home Address: 3435 W. Cheyenne Ave., North Las Vegas 89032 Owner: Serenity Funeral Home LLC Shelley Tan Decker License type: Independent massage therapist Address: Did not disclose Owner: Shelley Tan Decker Silverstate Locksmith Ltd. License type: Locksmith and safe mechanic Address: 800 N. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 127, Las Vegas 89107 Owner: Ezra Goldstein Simonmed Imaging Inc. License type: Clinic or laboratory Address: 7455 W. Washington Ave., Suite 120, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: Howard John Simon Sinaloense Envios License type: Sales/services Address: 3526 E. Lake Mead Blvd., North Las Vegas 89030 Owner: Sinaloense Envios Smokey’s License type: Smoke shop Address: 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Space D-09, Las Vegas 89102 Owner: Smokey’s LLC Southwest Pharmacy License type: Drugstore Address: 4550 E. Bonanza Road, Suite C, Las Vegas 89110 Owner: Southwest Pharmacy LLC Spectraseven Inc. License type: Contractor Address: 3660 N. Fifth St., North Las Vegas 89030 Owner: Spectraseven Inc. Springer-Miller Systems License type: Sales/services Address: 2485 Village View Drive, Suite 250, Henderson 89074 Owner: SMS Software Holdings LLC Steam Pro Carpet Care License type: Carpet cleaning Address: 2244 White St., North Las Vegas 89030 Owner: Monica Garcia Henset Rios Steven J. Randall II License type: Real estate sales Address: 1120 N. Town Center Drive, Suite 130, Las Vegas 89144 Owner: Steven J. Randall LLC Studiobronze License type: Cosmetics Address: 8751 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 290, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Alex Westmoreland Super Tax & Services LLC License type: Business support Address: 2206 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas 89104 Owner: Jose R. Rams Ramirez

Superior Plumbing & Drain LLC License type: Contractor Address: 175 N. Gibson Road, Henderson 89014 Owner: Superior Plumbing & Drain LLC Taco Bell License type: Restaurant Address: 2351 S. Fort Apache Road, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: NSB Fort Apache LLC Teresita Carmack License type: Temporary merchant Address: 840 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas 89106 Owner: Teresita Carmack The Crepe License type: Café Address: 420 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 150, Las Vegas 89145 Owner: Rocketship 8 LLC The Influential Network Inc. License type: Management or consulting service Address: 900 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Suite 1504, Las Vegas 89101 Owner: Ryan Detert The Mortgage Market LLC License type: Professional services Address: 8290 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 186, Las Vegas 89117 Owner: Michelle Moretti The Next Level License type: General retail sales Address: 2013 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas 89101 Owner: DA Next Level LLC The Stronghouse Project License type: Sales/services Address: 939 Spiracle Ave., Henderson 89002 Owner: The Stronghouse Project Toro Law LLC License type: Business space, rent or lease Address: 6110 Elton Ave., Las Vegas 89107 Owner: William H. Jackson III Town Center Lounge License type: Cocktail lounge Address: 6050 Sky Pointe Drive, Las Vegas 89130 Owner: Town Center Lounge LLC Tu Tax Service License type: Bookkeeper Address: 2518 E. Lake Mead Blvd., North Las Vegas 89030 Owner: Zenaida Salazar Us Tire 3 License type: Automotive services Address: 1100 E. Colton Ave., North Las Vegas 89030 Owner: Gevork Alachadzhyan Valleywide Janitorial License type: Janitorial services Address: 10438 September Flower

St., Las Vegas 89183 Owner: Alan Bellaro Vegas Crystal Healings & More License type: General services Address: 6006 Smoke Ranch Road, Las Vegas 89108 Owner: Tammy Wood Veska G. Mourtazova License type: Real estate sales Address: 7674 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 109, Las Vegas 89128 Owner: VIG LLC Via Pilates LLC License type: Sales/services Address: 1410 E. Lake Mead Parkway, Suite 100, Henderson 89015 Owner: Via Pilates LLC Victor Jin License type: Real estate sales Address: 1925 Village Center Circle, Suite 150, Las Vegas 89134 Owner: Victor Jin Vintages Emporium License type: Secondhand dealer Address: 1775 Quiver Point Ave., Henderson 89012 Owner: Kim McPhee VIP Carpet Cleaning Services LLC License type: Residential property maintenance Address: Did not disclose Owner: Cayo Santos

$252,352, residential - production 2815 Belmont Drive, Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC

$149,493, residential - production 327 Values Circle, Henderson Woodside Homes Nevada LLC

$237,658, residential - production 1156 Sparta Crest St., Henderson Greystone Nevada LLC

$141,286, residential - production 1114 N. Water St., Henderson Richmond American Homes of Nevada

$237,658, residential - production 1144 Apollo Gardens St., Henderson Greystone Nevada LLC $235,995, residential - production 2817 Belmont Drive, Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC $235,995, residential - production 2813 Belmont Drive, Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC $234,553, residential - custom 520 Patti Ann Woods Drive, Henderson D.R. Horton Inc. $220,212, tenant improvement professional office 1661 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 201, Henderson Horizon Ridge Ventures LLC $215,811, residential - production 2401 Trissino Court, Henderson KB Home Inspirada LLC $195,904, residential - production 2818 Belmont Drive, Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC

$139,234, residential - production 334 Values Circle, Henderson Woodside Homes Nevada LLC $136,185, residential - production 374 Ambitious St., Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC $136,185, residential - production 358 Gracious Way, Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC $129,143, residential - production 1065 Via Della Costrella, Henderson Greystone Nevada LLC $126,204, residential - production 394 Ambitious St., Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC $120,835, residential - new 5849 Clear Haven Lane, North Las Vegas Beazer Homes Holdings Corp. $120,835, residential - new 5833 Clear Haven Lane, North Las Vegas Beazer Homes Holdings Corp.

$191,302, residential - custom 501 Trenier Drive, Henderson D.R. Horton Inc.

$119,499, commercial - remodel 1360 Jet Stream Drive, Suite 100, Henderson County of Clark

$191,302, residential - custom 1020 Crystal Heights Court, Henderson D.R. Horton Inc.

$113,173, residential - production 3154 Del Terra Ave., Henderson KB Home Inspirada LLC

$11,070,228, commercial - addition 3901 Donna St., North Las Vegas C.R. Meyer & Sons Co. Inc.

$187,587, residential - production 1938 Galleria Spada St., Henderson Henderson Toll LLC

$112,462, residential - new 5848 Clear Haven Lane, North Las Vegas Beazer Homes Holdings Corp.

$6,317,801, commercial - alteration 6850 N. Decatur Blvd., North Las Vegas Overland Contracting Inc.

$179,768, residential - production 1073 Via Della Costrella, Henderson Greystone Nevada LLC

Vondrelles Cafe License type: Café Address: 4821 W. Craig Road, Suite A1, Las Vegas 89130 Owner: Coleman Harris

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$370,013, commercial - remodel 523 N. Stephanie St., Henderson HIP Stephanie LLC $295,110, commercial - alteration 190 W. Craig Road, North Las Vegas Craft Construction Co.

$179,768, residential - production 1061 Villa Della Costrella, Henderson Greystone Nevada LLC $171,229, residential - custom 1214 Gloria Mountain Road, Henderson Thomas A. Turner and Heide-Lore Family Trust

$111,996, commercial - remodel 7485 Commercial Way, Suite 150, Henderson One Commercial Way LLC $111,399, residential - production 393 Ambitious St., Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC $107,961, residential - production 136 Littlestone St., Henderson KB Home Nevada Inc.

$282,795, residential - custom 1030 Crystal Heights Court, Henderson D.R. Horton Inc.

$159,917, residential - production 535 Possibilities St., Henderson Woodside Homes Nevada LLC

$107,295, residential - production 1144 Aubrey Springs Ave., Henderson D.R. Horton Inc.

$254,404, residential - production 1140 Apollo Gardens St., Henderson Greystone Nevada LLC

$158,864, residential - production 1048 E. Sunset Road, Henderson Woodside Homes Nevada LLC

$101,750, residential - production 1142 Aubrey Springs Ave., Henderson D.R. Horton Inc.

$254,404, residential - production 1152 Sparta Crest St., Henderson Greystone Nevada LLC

$157,755, residential - production 1310 Reef Point Ave., Henderson Ryland Homes Nevada LLC

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Category: available commercial space (Ranked by available square feet) Available square feet

Available units

Square foot breakdown

Sale or Lease

Former IGT Warehouse 6355 S. Buffalo Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89113

253,862

100 percent industrial

Lease

Dan Doherty, Susan Borst, Chris Lane and Jerry Doty of Colliers International

The HC I Hughes Center 3800 Howard Hughes Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89169

251,794

100 percent office

Lease

Ryan Martin, Taber Thill and Patti Dillon of Colliers International

Harsch Henderson Commerce Center 701 W. Warm Springs Road Henderson, NV 89011

240,000

100 percent industrial

Lease

Mike De Lew and Greg Pancirov of Colliers International

Prologis Sunrise Industrial Park 2970 N. Lamb Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89115

237,184

1-7

100 percent industrial

Lease

Dan Doherty, Susan Borst, Chris Lane and Jerry Doty of Colliers International

Prologis Black Mountain Distribution Center 855 Wigwam Parkway Henderson, NV 89014

232,826

100 percent industrial

Lease

Dan Doherty, Susan Borst, Chris Lane and Jerry Doty of Colliers International

Mountains Edge Marketplace Southwest corner of Blue Diamond Road and Buffalo Drive Las Vegas, NV 89178

194,284

100 percent retail

Lease

Kit Graski of ROI Commercial Real Estate

Bank of America Operations Center 4101 E. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89104

148,068

Did not disclose

100 percent office

Sale

Tom Naseef and Jeff Naseef of Colliers International

Henderson Industrial Facility 7600 Eastgate Road Henderson, NV 89011

141,815

100 percent industrial

Sale or lease

Greg Pancirov and Mike De Lew of Colliers International

Rancho Sierra 4404-4530 N. Rancho Drive Las Vegas, NV 89130

130,059

100 percent retail

Lease

Dan Adamson of ROI Commercial Real Estate

Tropicana Centre 3035-3375 E. Tropicana Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89121

118,016

100 percent retail

Lease

Brian Sorrentino of ROI Commercial Real Estate

Racetrack Plaza 732 S. Racetrack Road Henderson, NV 89015

110,660

100 percent retail

Lease

Christina Strickland of CBRE Inc.

The Rainbow Dunes Center 3405 S. Rainbow Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89146

106,400

50 percent office and 50 percent retail

Sale or lease

Tom Naseef and Jeff Naseef of Colliers International

Cheyenne Commons Cheyenne Avenue and Rainbow Boulevard Las Vegas, NV 89128

96,027

100 percent retail

Lease

Scot Marker of Colliers International

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*Good for one domestic beer, well drink or house wine, valid at the bar only. Must present this coupon when ordering drink. Limit one coupon per customer. Not valid with any other offers. Offifer is non-transferable and has no cash value. Must be 21+ with valid ID. Management reserves all rights. Expires 02/29/16.

HOUSE OF BLUES INSIDE MANDALAY BAY RESORT 3950 LAS VEGAS BLVD. S, LAS VEGAS, NV 89119

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Buy 1, Get 1 Free - GA Entry Ticket *Present coupon by 7pm day of show. Some exclusions apply. Management reserves all rights. Expires 2/12/16.

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(702) 632-7600 HOUSE OF BLUES INSIDE MANDALAY BAY RESORT 3950 S LAS VEGAS BLVD, LAS VEGAS, NV 89119

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$.99 for a Muffin

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*(Plus appl. tax). Limit one coupon per customer per visit. Coupon and barcode must be presented at time of purchase. Shop must retain coupon. No substitutions allowed. No cash refunds. Void if copied or transferred and where prohibited or restricted by law. Consumer must pay applicable tax. May not be combined with any other coupon, discount, promotion combo or value meal. Coupon may not be reproduced, copied, purchased, traded or sold. Internet distribution strictly prohibited. Cash redemption value: 1/20 of 1 cent. © 2014 DD IP Holder LLC. All rights reserved. Expires: 2/27/2016

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*(Plus appl. tax). Limit one coupon per customer per visit. Coupon and barcode must be presented at time of purchase. Shop must retain coupon. No substitutions allowed. No cash refunds. Void if copied or transferred and where prohibited or restricted by law. Consumer must pay applicable tax. May not be combined with any other coupon, discount, promotion combo or value meal. Coupon may not be reproduced, copied, purchased, traded or sold. Internet distribution strictly prohibited. Cash redemption value: 1/20 of 1 cent. © 2015 DD IP Holder LLC. All rights reserved. Expires: 2/27/2016

FREE Appetizer at Sean Patrick’s Buy one appetizer and get the second FREE *Expires 2/13/16. Please present coupon at time of order. No cash value. Maximum value at $9.99 on free appetizer. Management reserves all rights. See bar host for details. VALID AT 11930 SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS PKWY and 8255 W. FLAMINGO ROAD. Settle to 1580.

(Cigarettes only) *Must be 18 years of age or older. NO LIMIT on any brand of carton purchased. Excludes fifiltered cigars. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Limit one discount given per customer per day. Must present this coupon for redemption. Cannot be redeemed for cash. No photocopies accepted. EXPIRES 2/29/2016. TS

Las Vegas Smoke Shop 1225 N. MAIN STREET, LV, NV 89101

Snow Mountain Smoke Shop 11525 NU-WAV KAIV BLVD, LV, NV 89124

(702) 366-1101 (702) 645-2957 www.LVPaiuteSmokeShop.com

Buy One Get One FREE Buffet or 50% OFF One Buffet at S7 Buffet

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11930 SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS PKWY. LAS VEGAS, NV 89141

8255 W. FLAMINGO ROAD LAS VEGAS, NV 89147

4100 PARADISE ROAD, LAS VEGAS, NV 89169

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$5 FREE Slot Play for New Members

Must become a Player Rewards Card member to redeem. Existing Player Rewards Card Members do not qualify. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other free slot play offer. Management reserves all rights. Limit of one (1) New Member free slot play offer per person and Player Rewards card. Group #5503. Valid 2/7/16 — 2/13/16.

725 S RACETRACK RD. HENDERSON, NV 89015

(702) 566-5555 www.clubfortunecasino.com

20% OFF Entire Guest Check *One coupon, per table, per visit. Not valid with any other coupons or promotional offers. Coupon has no cash value. No change returned. Taxes and gratuity not included. Valid at participating Denny’s restaurants. Selection and prices may vary. Only original coupon accepted. Photocopied and Internet printed or purchased coupons are not valid. No substitutions. © 2014 DFO, LLC. Printed in the U.S.A. Offer valid on your next visit 2.14.2016 - 2.27.2016.

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