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For National Caramel Day, April 5, candy brand Werther’s Original revealed the results of a national survey on how the word “caramel” is pronounced: ker-uh-muhl vs. kar-muhl. The former won, with 57 percent of the vote.
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Ever wonder what’s with the eggs? The bunnies? The billions spent on candy? Answers await, along with details about how the holiday is done in Sweden and Bermuda. more news n UNLV’s Hospitality Hall is designed to enhance the hotel college’s reputation, P24
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the road from Vegas leads ...
How about everywhere? In Arizona, sip your way through wine country or sweat your way to stunning waterfalls. In California, surf the coast or slow-drive the nostalgic back road to Palm Springs. In Utah, do Zion National Park in new ways. And in Nevada, complete the Death Valley bucket list. Road trip season is here.
driving the golf business
In January, Jody Niemann became the first female general manager of a major Las Vegas golf course when she took over at Royal Links. The former LPGA player and college golf coach has a vision for the course that involves doing away with pretension in favor of welcoming all for great golf, beer fests and movie nights.
job stress is on the rise
Workplace pressure can stifle productivity, damage morale and spark employee turnover. And a new study from staffing firm Accountemps finds that more than half of workers are stressed every day, and that an even higher percentage think the strain has increased in the past five years. Can this scourge be stopped?
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Looking ahead to the next local election If you didn’t vote in the municipal primary, some key races are slated for a June runoff.
roots of child abuse and neglect 20 The Caseworkers have more and more tools to help struggling families stay together.
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Survival skills specialist John Yost demonstrates how to start a fire April 1 during the Mojave Spring Fling event at Spring Mountain Ranch. (Yasmina CHAVEZ/staff)
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blue april The typically yellow bulbs of Las Vegas’ welcome sign glowed blue in honor of Autism Awareness Month during a ceremony hosted by Clark County commissioners.
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la vida loca “Ricky Martin: All In” opened at the Park Theater at Monte Carlo. Shows by the famous pop hit maker are set for April 11, 14 and 15. Martin returns in June to shake his bon-bon.
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t-mobile turns 1 The Strip’s megaarena celebrated its birthday by organizing volunteers to build the framing for a new town home on Toshiba Plaza with partner Habitat for Humanity.
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After losing 80 pounds, Pahrump’s Donald White was crowned 2016 Nevada King of TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), an education/support organization.
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the 51s return Marking 35 years at Cashman Field and their fifth season as the Triple-A affiliate of the New York Mets, the Las Vegas 51s open their home schedule at 7 p.m. against Fresno.
950K+ Number of registered organ donors in Nevada. They will be honored during the Nevada Donor Network’s April 15 Hope Walk, also highlighting the 574 residents waiting for lifesaving transplants.
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Age of insult comedian Don Rickles when he died of kidney failure April 6. “Mr. Warmth” had been a regular performer in Las Vegas since the 1950s.
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DID MOJAVE MAX COME OUT TO PLAY? Desert tortoise Mojave Max — Southern Nevada’s version of Punxsutawney Phil — emerged from his Red Rock Canyon burrow at 12:40 p.m. His appearance unofficially marked the beginning of warmer, spring weather in the valley.
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Top fuel driver Tony Schumacher dances with a fan April 2 during driver introductions at the NHRA DENSO Spark Plug Nationals at The Strip at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. (LAS VEGAS NEWS BUREAU)
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On April 4, a film was shown at the Vatican. “The Promise” depicts the Armenian genocide, in which an estimated 1.5 million people were slaughtered by Ottoman Turks during World War I. While modern-day Turkey denies it was “genocide,” a Variety report on the event at the Vatican called it “a clear sign of Catholic Church support ahead of the film’s upcoming U.S. release.” The passion project funded by late Las Vegas casino mogul Kirk Kerkorian is slated to premiere nationwide April 21.
On April Fool’s Day, the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District launched Food for Thought, a sustained food drive that is no joke. Throughout April, library users can reduce overdue fines by $2 for each canned or packaged food they donate.
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Easter is peak jelly bean season. Last year, more than 16 billion jelly beans were eaten during the holiday. The top-selling flavor is cherry.
The religious significance
$5.8 billion | Food
$3.3 billion | Clothing
$2.9 billion | Gifts
$2.6 billion | Candy
Unlike many holidays that have a fixed date, Easter moves around the calendar. Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon that follows the vernal equinox on March 21. The holiday can fall any time between March 22 and April 25. This year, it is April 16.
$1.2 billion | Flowers
Why the changing date?
$1.1 billion | Decorations
Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus and marks the culmination of Lent. It is the most essential holiday for Christians.
Americans are expected to spend a record $18.4 billion this Easter, up 6 percent from last year.
$788 million | Greeting cards
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t’s Easter season: The chocolate is out in full force, families are preparing to dye eggs, and you’d be hardpressed to walk into a store without seeing some fluffy bunnies. ¶ Easter is the holiest time of year for Christians, but it is celebrated as a secular holiday by many. And it’s big business for manufacturers of candy and plush toys.
Did you know? Passover is a sacred Jewish holiday honoring the Israelites’ departure from ancient Egypt. This year, it’s April 10-18.
Why eggs? Eggs symbolize fertility and birth, both strong symbols in the Easter story. But the connection goes deeper than that. Eggs, along with meat, wine, cheese and milk, were banned during Lent by the early Christian church. As a result, they became celebrated at Easter, when they once again could be eaten.
Egg shells took on the significance of the sealed Tomb of Christ, while cracking them represents Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. In Orthodox and Eastern Catholic churches, eggs are dyed red to symbolize the blood that Jesus shed on the cross.
Egg rolling re-enacts the rolling away of the stone from Christ’s tomb.
Why bunnies? Rabbits are another ancient symbol of fertility and life. They became associated with spring and Easter during the 17th century in Protestant Europe. German immigrants brought the tradition to America a century later.
Sources: History.com, Old Farmer’s Almanac,
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How we celebrate The majority of Americans spend the Easter holiday eating, worshiping and visiting with family and friends.
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No-candy baskets In some parts of Germany, the Easter bunny is replaced by the Easter fox, chick, rooster or stork.
Hard sugar candies are the worst, experts say, because they promote enamel decay and can cause tooth damage if bitten.
Not all Easter candy is created equal.
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The origin of egg decorating In 1885, Russian Czar Alexander III commissioned jeweler Peter Carl Fabergé to create a gemstone egg for Alexander’s wife, Czarina Maria Feodorovna. Inside of the white enamel egg was a yolk made of gold, which contained a golden hen that opened to reveal a tiny replica of the Imperial Crown and a ruby pendant. Other royals and members of high society were impressed and began giving each other jewel-encrusted eggs as Easter gifts.
Two of the many eggs created by Peter Carl Fabergé. (AP Images)
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From Las Vegas, Take I-15 south toward Los Angeles
ou can fly just about anywhere from Las Vegas, but spring is all about the drive. It’s cool enough to have the windows down and the radio up, and the West’s treasures are likely to be less crowded than the far-flung beaches that define Spring Break. So pack your boots, your bikes and boards, your camera and your wine glass — it’s high season for adventuring.
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It takes you a few miles off course, but the Nipton Trading Post is a must. Wander the grounds for artful arrangements of cactus and rock before checking out the trading post’s selection of ice-cold domestics and endearingly corny tchotchkes. (You know you need a kissing-tortoise sculpture in your life.) Sip that beer on the shaded patio, where the spring breeze and rural quiet will wrap around you like a hug.
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You thought plastic saucers were for winter, but they’re the perfect vessel for experiencing the steep carve of the Kelso Dunes. The ancient sand deposits are gorgeous (and prone to “singing” when they settle), covering 45 square miles of desert and rising to 650 feet at the tallest. In spring, cacti blossoms and other wildflowers dot the land you trudge across in pursuit of a climb that will test your legs and lungs before sending you on a fantastic slide.
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Born of the railroad and Route 66, Amboy is a piece of California nostalgia and a frequent set in creepy films. It’s technically a ghost town, though a few people live there and keep the gas stop, curio shop and cafe buzzing. Roy Crowe, who owned the town in the 1930s, is the namesake of the restaurant, which his wife spun from his old auto-parts warehouse. Fuel up for the rest of your drive with a burger and ask the staff about the famed paranormal activity.
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Veterans of the scenic route advise first-timers not to tackle the drive at night. First, they’ll miss the sights. Second, the road can get rugged. One Reddit user said: “What’s nice is stopping about halfway through the (Mojave) preserve, getting out of the car, and breathing fresh air and being engulfed in utter silence.”
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There’s the fast way, and then there’s the right way. Driving to sun-soaked Palm Springs shouldn’t be a mind-numbing churn down the highway when there is an entire world of smalltown charm on the old road cutting straight through the Mojave National Preserve.
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If you didn’t stop, the “back way” would take about four hours, the same as the interstate. But stopping is the point of an authentic road trip, allowing many small vacations in one. Here are six diversions worthy of the notion that getting there is half the fun.
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Ever wondered what a true oasis looks like? The city of Twentynine Palms boasts the Oasis of Mara, a source of water for more than 9,000 years. Before there ever was a town, there was a line of palm trees offering shade and water to native tribes and parched gold prospectors. While the spring has shrunk to one remaining pool, it’s still a natural wonder in the shadow of the historic 29 Palms Inn (join a tour led by a naturalist on weekend mornings).
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Picture 800,000 acres of arresting rock formations sprinkled in an expanse of Joshua trees that seem as numerous as the stars popping in the dark, dark night sky. Joshua Tree National Park combines the desert’s stark beauty with exceptional access to rock climbing, to the point where particular campgrounds back right up to sport routes. Climbers flock on the weekends, so get there midweek to stake your claim.
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While strip malls are proliferating, Yucca Valley’s Old Town has maintained the retro aesthetics and pleasures of Route 66’s heyday. Stick to that part of the city for antiques and other mom-and-pop offerings. Compared to a “lowrent Sedona or Telluride,” the city began as a pit stop for the horses and mules of pioneers. Given that it’s the gateway to Joshua Tree, it offers an outdoor-recreation smorgasbord, from off-roading to horseback riding to bird watching.
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Guide Dina Ribaudo pulls 2014 Bordowie from a barrel for a tour group at Page Springs Cellars in Cornville, Ariz. (Associated Press)
Grapes ... in the desert? That’s right, wine lovers. Central Arizona has the elevation and mild climate to be much greener than you’d expect, and an ancient volcano eruption gifted alkaline subsoils the local wineries compare to France’s Southern Rhône region. In fact, the tougher growing conditions force the vines to work hard to The growproduce, and that effort results in less ing area is only 714 plentiful but intensely flavored fruit square miles but yields more than 100 varietals, being turned into luscious sauvignon including a rare grape called cab pfeffer. Named for the blancs, sangioveses, viogniers, temGerman word for “pepper,” it pranillos, rich red blends and more. ¶ is spice-forward with notes of red fruit and floral The Verde Valley Wine Trail begins just complexity. 30 minutes from scenic Sedona, taking State Route 89A to Page Springs Road. It winds through the area’s signature red rocks, leapfrogging seven wineries and eight tasting rooms with memorable sips and character developed over the past decade.
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Havasu Canyon
Just over four hours from Las Vegas, Havasu Canyon is an Instagram-worthy wonderland of copper cliffs, gushing cascades and swimming holes. The Havasupai tribe, whose name means “people of the blue-green water,” have lived along this tributary of the Colorado River for more than 1,000 years, and they manage visitation to the canyon, which is home to the town of Supai, a basic lodge and a rustic campground. Reservations are tough to come by, and even if you snag one it’s still a 10-mile hike or horseback ride to reach this idyllic scene — which is a good thing. While you won’t have the place to yourself, if it were any more accessible, Havasu Creek’s five epic waterfalls would look more like a hot day at Mandalay Beach than one of the Southwest’s most stunning secrets. Campground: 928-448-2121 Lodge: 928-448-2111 theofficialhavasupaitribe.com
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A beach for all seasons
Beaches are the Spring Break standard for a reason. What better way to escape school, work and the urban crush than on velvet sand kissed by the bluest waves? Crystal Cove has 3.2 picturesque miles of beach, and it’s a straight shot down I-15. From that beach you can swim, spearfish, kayak, surf the breaks, explore tide pools and even scuba dive in three sites and a 1,100-acre underwater park. Sharks, eels and schools of damselfish dart through a billowing forest of kelp and submerged history, including the ghostly body of a World War II F4U Corsair aircraft. When you’re back on the sand, be mindful that native rattlesnakes might make a rare appearance. Park officials emphasize that they won’t bite unless “threatened, disturbed or cornered.” (In other words, no selfies.) The Southern California state park also boasts 2,400 acres of hike-able, camp-able wilderness, as long as you’re willing to share the views with deer, bobcats and birds. There are four loop trails offering four levels of difficulty, but the strenuous 9-miler around the park’s perimeter is the best way to take in the backcountry. Day use: $15 per vehicle Must-do list: Crystal Cove is home to a federally listed Historic District — 46 vintage cottages built as a seaside colony in the 1930s and ’40s, 21 available for overnight rental and one that houses the Beachcomber Café. Try the Tunisian pizza, beignets and award-winning Bloody Mary. If you’re traveling with kids, the park’s Environmental Study Loop is a fun way to teach them about the ecosystem and the area’s history. If you happen to visit on Earth Day, April 22, you can join a beautification effort from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with activities ranging from beach cleanup to planting and painting educational banners.
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for rugged types Zion’s basically an adventure buffet. Eat up. On the way: Valley of Fire State Park, where Aztec sandstone forms a crimson landscape of arches and waves and ancient petroglyphs date back 2,000 years. To-do list: Scale towering rock walls like Moonlight Buttress and Prodigal Sun, or swim, rappel and hike through the tubular Subway. Not into ropes? Follow the trail to lofty Angel’s Landing, wade through the mystical Narrows or ditch the beaten path for a trek to Observation Point. Where to stay: Join the masses at Watchman (reservations recommended) or South campgrounds. What they lack in privacy, they make up for in access to Springdale’s amenities and the free Zion shuttle that transports visitors along the scenic drive to the Temple of Sinawava.
Insider tip A day of calorietorching activity deserves a full-strength beer. But this is Utah, so BYO or hit Switchback liquor store to stock up.
Next stop: Bryce Canyon National Park, to admire the towering “hoodoo” spires and revel in some of America’s darkest night skies.
for families with chilDren Children thrive outside, and adults thrive when their kids are distracted. On the way: Catch a show like Disney’s “Newsies” at the outdoor Tuacahn Amphitheater in Ivins, Utah, surrounded by red rock cliffs. To-do list: Little ones should join the Junior Rangers program, while older kids can explore the Narrows. When you’re ready for a next-level adventure, book a canyoneering trip with Zion Rock & Mountain Guides, then grab some Insider tip inner tubes for a low-key float down the Virgin River. When the crew gets cranky, bribe Where to stay: Zion Ponderosa Ranch, east of the them with ice cream park, is like summer camp for the whole family. Sleep from the Springdale in a cabin or Conestoga wagon, eat at the onsite resCandy Co. taurant and spend a day splashing in the pool, horseback riding, playing mini-golf or trying to summit the climbing wall. Next stop: Cuteness overload aka Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah. This refuge houses 1,600 dogs, cats, horses, pigs, bunnies and parrots. Register for a tour online and practice telling the kids they can’t take home Pickles, the potbellied pig.
for relaxation seekers Not much for roughing it? Not a problem. Explore Zion by day, then spoil yourself at a gorgeous lodge. On the way: Golfers should pull off in Mesquite, where desert courses like Wolf Creek are set among spectacular rock formations. To-do list: Escape the crowds by sticking to the east side of the park, full of unmarked canyons and trails (and bighorn sheep). Next, choose your own adventure: fly fishing, mountain biking or horseback riding in the mountains just outside Zion. Where to stay: Zion Mountain Ranch, where log cabins come with amenities like jetted tubs, and the restaurant pulls from the organic gardens. The ranch’s star attraction is its year-round residents — horses, goats and a herd of bison that call the property home.
Insider tip Time your trip to coincide with Cedar City’s annual Shakespeare Festival and get your Bard on.
Next stop: Brian Head for blessedly uncrowded slopes in winter or summer fun like downhill biking and zip lining.
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ZION NATIONAL PARK
Named for the biblical holy land, Utah’s Zion National Park has its own fierce spirit that reverberates from the hanging gardens, cozy canyons and 2,000-foot cliffs. It’s also less than three hours from Las Vegas, an all-natural playground hanging out in Southern Nevada’s backyard.
DEATH VALLEY
Straddling the border of Nevada and California, the national park is a landscape of extremes. What to do depends on when you visit, so choose your season. In spring, hike to Darwin Falls, where an all-season waterfall forms an oasis in the desert. Or frolic through fields of wildflowers that erupt after winter rains. When conditions are right, Death Valley hosts a super bloom that blankets the land in colorful blossoms. When the lowlands are scorching in the summer, head for the Panamint Mountains and hike past juniper forest or ancient bristlecone pines on the way to Telescope or Wildrose peaks. In fall, hit nearby Tecopa, Calif., to soak in mineral-rich hot springs, then stroll the Old Spanish Trail and stop at China Ranch Date Farm for fresh date shakes. Visit between Thanksgiving and Christmas to commune with the salt flats and sand dunes sans crowds.
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The next vote A few of those giant campaign signs aren’t going anywhere until summer By April Corbin | Staff Writer
Incumbents in Clark County’s municipalities often cruise to easy victories because of name recognition and a general lack of interest in elections that happen in odd-numbered years. That was mostly true of this year’s primaries. North Las Vegas Ward 1 Councilman Isaac Barron and North Las Vegas Mayor John Lee both dominated against relatively unknown candidates — 82 and 81 percent of the vote, respectively, easily meeting the 50 percent needed to avoid a runoff. Meanwhile, over in the city of Las Vegas, Ward 4 Councilman Stavros Anthony drew 74 percent of the vote. But Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson all have races to be decided in the general election June 13.
Dismal turnout Less than 10 percent (9.48) of registered voters cast ballots in Tuesday’s municipal primary elections — a decrease from the 2015 turnout of 13.75 percent. Boulder City was the outlier, with 33.45 percent going to the polls.
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Incumbent Bob Beers will face retired Air Force pilot Steve Seroka. Beers, a career politician, took 43 percent of the vote in the primary while firsttime candidate Seroka received only 29 percent. However, the outcome of the runoff may hinge on where supporters of Christina Roush, who Beers was knocked out of the council race by finishing third in the primary, shift their support. The dominant talking point of the election has been Beers’ vote to approve a development on the shuttered Badlands Golf Course in his ward. Roush, Seroka a real estate developer, received support from upset residents of the adjacent Queensridge neighborhood. If they move to Seroka, the race could be a close one.
Former Assemblywoman Michele Fiore made a commanding showing in the primary but fell short of the 50 percent needed to seal the deal. Fiore, who is known as a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment and for playing a role in the Bundy standoff in Oregon last year, came away with 43 percent of the vote. Her challenger is Kelli Ross, who took 31 percent of the votes in the primary. Ross is married to current Ward fiore 6 Councilman Steve Ross and now has ground to make up. Despite that connection, Fiore has the name-recognition edge because of her outspoken ways, and she also has more notable endorsements, including the National Rifle Association and Laborers Local 872.
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Incumbent Anita Wood will have to defend her seat against small-business owner Scott Black. Black received the most votes during the primary — 33 percent compared with Wood’s 30 percent. Black may be a newcomer wood to local politics, but he already has the support of one notable name in the city: Mayor John Lee.
When he was appointed by the city council to represent Ward 3 after Kathleen Vermillion resigned, John Marz said he would not run for the seat during the next election. But he is. He garnered 43 percent of the vote and will face Carrie Cox, a licensed cosmetologist with volunteer and board experience at local churches and other groups. Cox got 28 percent of the vote.
Henderson was the only municipality to see an increase in votes cast from the previous primary. In fact, the city announced that it broke early voting records.
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Meanwhile, North Las Vegas and Las Vegas were down compared with the previous cycle’s turnouts.
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Roots of brokenness Armed with new tools, child welfare caseworkers help more families address underlying problems By Camalot Todd Staff Writer
Every day, Kisha Earhart and Malou Steele balance the need to eliminate risks to children with the value of preserving families. Earhart is a Child Protective Services (CPS) investigator for kids 4 and younger who have experienced extreme abuse or neglect, and Steele is a former investigator-turned-permanency caseworker who helps displaced youths find stable homes. Combined, the women have worked for the Clark County Department of Family Services (DFS) for 20 years. They described the moment after CPS knocks on a family’s door — the tension seeping through those few inches of wood. On one side, parents fear losing their children. On the other, an agent weighs the consequences of allowing vulnerable youths to stay in unstable homes or placing them in foster care, each path with its own spectrum of potential trauma. “At the end of the day, we’re just there to make sure that the children are safe. And we want to work with families to make sure their kids are safe in their home,” Earhart said. DFS labels child abuse and neglect “a symptom” of underlying family conditions that critically affect a child’s safety and well-being, ranging from substance abuse and mental health concerns to domestic violence and poor resources. To that end, the department recently beefed up offerings that help at-risk families while children remain in the home. In 2015, the federal government granted Clark County DFS a Title E-IV waiver
through 2019, allowing some block-grant funds to support preventative services focused on keeping families together. “We do so much more for families and for children ... in 2017 than we did when I first started in 1999,” Earhart said. “We really have more of a focus to maintain children in the homes with their parents and to put services in place.” The waiver led to the creation of Safe@Home, a set of social services for struggling families whose situations might not justify a child’s removal. Parents can be connected to food banks or programs for drug rehab or anger management. If a single mother were reported to CPS for leaving her young child home alone because she couldn’t afford a babysitter, free or discounted child care could be provided, along with counseling on risky behavior. Launched in 2015, Safe@Home’s aim was to decrease repeat maltreatment by improving parenting skills and related avenues to permanency. Preventing entry and re-entry into foster care was a key focus, as the county’s rate of re-entry after 12 months was then 13 percent, exceeding the federal standard of 9.9 percent. The program has so far served 792 children in 282 families, successfully closing cases for 111 families. Of the remaining 171 with open cases, 22 had children removed, though they have a chance at reunification if they continue working on problem areas. “As that program continues to evolve and develop, I think it’s going to be key to maintaining more children at home,” Earhart said. “But I think it’s already hav-
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Similar to community policing models that build trust in officers by stationing them in certain neighborhoods, CPS investigators are divided into geographic zones throughout the valley: west, east, north, south and central. While Clark County has employed this system for decades, the zones were redistributed in 2014 “to create more balanced case assignments and rotations” after the county saw an increase in need for services. By focusing on a specific area, agents are more in tune with that community’s unique problems and how to address them. “Allowing the children to remain in the home is beneficial to the whole community. It reduces the trauma of the whole community,” Earhart said. “It’s not taking the child away from their friends at school with no explanation. It’s not taking them away from their church.” Making that decision begins with a CPS investigator sitting down with a family to talk through allegations. “Some things might be true, all of it might be true, none of it could be true; you just don’t know,” Earhart said. “So the whole point initially is just to get to know the family. ... If a child is unsafe, what could we put in place to keep the child in the home? What dynamics are present? What resources does the family have?” One resource offered by Safe@Home is the opportunity for parents to form a “present danger plan” that allows DFSvetted relatives or friends to stay in the home and act on the child’s behalf.
If removal is unavoidable, the first goal is to place the child with a family friend or extended family member while his or her parents work on a case plan with the goal of reunification. The county runs a background check and completes a home visit before determining whether the placement is viable. If it isn’t, Earhart said, then DFS depends on the Child Haven emergency shelter to keep kids safe until an appropriate home can be found. In 2016, 2,099 children were placed in Child Haven, including those who were there for only a few hours. Over the past five months, the average stay was a little over a week.
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Even if a child is removed, the family still has access to Safe@Home services. That’s where Steele’s unit comes in, working in tandem with Earhart’s. Steele oversees a lot of reunifications, but she also coordinates adoption, guardianship, emancipation and extended social services for youths who age out of foster care. “Our first priority is keeping children safe, so you have to make that very tough decision to remove,” Steele said. “But again, we try to put them back at home as soon as the parents are able to provide that safe environment again.” In 2016, 1,720 children who were re-
moved from their homes were reunified with their families. Steele noted that the complicated court process is smoother if the family cooperates with caseworkers. “People perceive it as an adversarial process, where it’s us against the family, and it’s not that. If we work together, the children are generally able to go home quicker.” Such partnerships come slowly. Caseworkers must invest time with families to understand their issues, building trust within that dynamic that extends to other caseworkers and arms of the system. “Families begin to trust us the more we’re there and the more we get to know
them and the more we show genuine interest in their family and in their children and in their situation,” said Steele, who watches family visitations to observe progress. “It’s always encouraging for me to see later on, a family that Malou has helped piece back together once we’ve identified the issues,” Earhart said. “The children are thriving in the home and the parents understand what the issue is, and they’re able to safely address it and make sure the child’s needs are met. You can really see kids thrive in a family setting with their parents, and you see the parents also thrive.”
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Senior family services specialists Kisha Earhart (left) and Malou Steele work in different units of the Department of Family Services, but both are dedicated to working with families to make sure that kids are safe. (Mikayla Whitmore/staff)
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Never void your option for an inspection, even when buying a brand-new home. Inspections will run you a few hundred dollars, but inspections should not be skipped under any circumstances.
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You’ve found your dream home. Your offer has been accepted. There are no major problems disclosed by the seller, and the inspection comes back with a clean bill of health. Everything receives the green light and you proceed with the purchase. And then, a few months later, you discover a costly issue that, had you been aware of Xenophon Peters, ESQ. it, would have prevented the sale, or at least reopened price negotia- Heating and cooling systems tions. Inspectors can make mistakes, problems can be overlooked, and you can be Systems/electricity left holding a bill for thousands of dollars repairing your new home. This scenario is any homebuyer’s nightmare. Fortunately, you may have legal options that can protect you and your bank account. What are home inspections? Having a certified home inspection is a necessary component of the buying process during the “due diligence” period. The inspector is responsible for alerting the buyer to most apparent problems with the home. The inspection report may allow the buyer to back out of the sale or renegotiate the terms based on the findings. Inspectors should always be hired by the buyer and it’s important that the buyer does everything possible to ensure a thorough inspection. Remember, an appraisal is not the same as an inspection. An appraisal is used to determine loanable value of the home.
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What inspectors do look for Home inspectors are responsible for disclosing only what they can see in plain view and reasonably access in the home. This can leave gray areas in some cases. For instance, if there’s damage to the flooring underneath the carpet, this won’t be included in the inspection report, as the inspector would have no way of knowing without ripping out the carpet. Inspections typically include:
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Legal recourse if the inspector makes an error The inspector may be liable if he missed something on the inspection checklist. His liability will be outlined in the contract, which may hold him financially responsible for fixing the damage. If you think something was missed that should have been caught, contact an attorney. Your attorney can advise you of any possible claims or legal action against the inspector, his company and/or its insurance agency. If the claim is denied, you may be able to sue. Depending on the circumstances, you may have a claim for breach of contract, negligence, professional malpractice or even fraud. Ideally, you should consult an attorney before bringing the claim to the inspection agency, and if possible, before you begin repairs. To build your case, be sure to take pictures of the damage. Save all documentation from the initial inspection, as well as any price quotes or bills from a contractor, plumber, electrician, etc. It can be helpful to have a second and third inspection done as well. If those inspections find what the original inspector missed, they can be used as evidence that the first inspector did not properly perform his duty.
The home inspection process Choose an inspector: Your real estate agent likely will have suggestions for a home inspector, but you should do independent research too. Check the inspector’s credentials to ensure he’s licensed and insured, read any reviews you can find and, if possible, interview him before the inspection.
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Review the inspection contract: Prior to the inspection, the inspector should provide you with a list of things that are covered by the inspection and a contract for his services. Read these documents carefully — the contract should outline the inspector’s liability. Some liability disclaimers are standard, such as limiting liability for any areas of the house that couldn’t be seen or accessed. However, find a different inspector if there’s an “exculpatory clause” in the contract that severely limits his liability. If you have any questions about an inspection contract, have it explained by an attorney before you sign it. Ventilation and fireplaces
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Attend the inspection. Follow the inspector through the process, ask questions and take notes.
Closely review the results: Once the inspection has been concluded, read the report carefully and follow up if you need clarification.
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What inspectors typically don’t look for Detached structures such as sheds and some garages, code compliances, termites and pests, pools and hot tubs, smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, septic tanks and landscaping. Further, because the inspection is contingent on what’s immediately and visually apparent, some of the areas that inspections do cover may be limited. Roof leaks that are only visible from the rooftop, chimneys, and anything that’s within the walls (such as plumbing, electrical wiring, asbestos, mold, radon and wall insulation) won’t be reported by the inspector.
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New building designed to enhance hotel college’s soaring reputation From the grand staircase to the beverage lab, signature space captures city’s spirit By THOMAS MOORE staff writer
You can’t say the new $59 million, 93,500-square-foot building under construction at UNLV’s William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration signals a coming of age for the program, because the program has already grown up. According to Stowe Shoemaker, dean of the Harrah College, 2,500 students are enrolled in the program that will soon celebrate its 50th anniversary and is routinely ranked in the top five in surveys of the best hotel colleges. But you can say, as Shoemaker does, that the new Hospitality Hall clearly communicates to students and visitors alike that the college is closely connected to a city considered to be one of the centers of the hospitality industry. shoemaker “If you’re studying hospitality, and you’re here in a building that overlooks the Strip and you have a classroom that has views that look at the mountains around Las Vegas, you know that you’re not in Lansing, Mich., or Ithaca, N.Y. (locations of other top hotel schools). But you’re really in the heart of hospitality,” Shoemaker said. The 2015 Legislature earmarked $24.4 million for Hospitality Hall. MGM Resorts International, Station Casinos and Boyd Gaming each contributed $2.5 million that year. Fundraising started in 2010 with a $2.5 million donation from Caesars Entertainment, which was followed in 2014 with $2.5 million each from Konami Corp. and Las Vegas Sands. The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation and Engelstad Family Foundation also donated $2.5 million each. Construction on the building started in March 2016. Staff should be moving in by Halloween, and the first classes will be in January. When students begin using the building, Shoemaker said, they’ll find a space designed with many of the elements
An exterior view of Hospitality Hall, a new element of the hotel college under construction at UNLV. A grand staircase leads to the second floor of Hospitality Hall. The first floor will include a student-run coffee shop and a PGA Golf Management learning center. (photos by steve marcus/Staff)
found in the top hotels on the Strip. The first-floor lobby has a grand staircase “just like a great hotel,” Shoemaker said. It is “designed to pull you in and pull you upstairs.” The bathrooms also were designed to resemble those of casino resorts, with one main entrance that leads to the left and to the right, for the women’s and men’s areas, respectively. In terms of practical learning elements, Hospitality Hall will have a
student-run cafe, golf shop and putting green on the first floor. Because all hospitality students are required to take a cooking class, the building has a large, fully functional kitchen on the top floor, not far from meeting rooms and indoor/outdoor reception areas. In addition, the fourth floor will have a beverage lab. The school is missing one amenity you might expect in a Las Vegas hospitality school — a gaming lab. Shoe-
maker said that’s because UNLV’s International Gaming Institute already has one in its building across campus. The Harrah College has 80 staff members, including administrators and teachers, and the building will be able to house them as well as 14 more employees, Shoemaker said. According to Angela Ramsey, director of communications for the Harrah College, the building will have 10 spaces designated for classes, including a 120-seat auditorium. In Shoemaker’s vision, the signature building will help sustain the college’s strong reputation. “In a study that was just undertaken, we were ranked the No. 1 hotel school in the world right now,” Shoemaker said. “And we think this building will make it very hard for others to catch up to us.”
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what is life like after losing a limb?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there are nearly 2 million amputees living in the U.S., and more than 500 Americans lose a limb each day. Even considering the prevalence of limb loss, the subject is widely under- represented and often misunderstood. ¶ “I believe there is a negative stigma surrounding limb loss,” said Jessica Wise, MD, surgical resident at MountainView Hospital and founder of One Leg Up On Life, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing prosthetic limbs to children in need. “I think people tend to look down on anyone who is different than them and criticize those differences. But I also think it can be corrected if the general population became more educated on the subject and more familiar with amputees. Amputees are just everyday people and should not be treated any differently.” ¶ Wise has been personally affected by limb loss — in 2015, her twin sister, Christy, had her leg amputated following a boating accident. And while April is Limb Loss Awareness Month, it’s just one of many opportunities to empower individuals whose lives have been forever changed. What is it like to have a limb amputated? Common reasons for limb loss Birth defects, traumatic injuries and disease are common reasons someone might lose a limb. Complications that stem from diabetes and vascular disease account for the majority of amputations, and some cancer patients may be subject to amputation as well. Injuries that occur during military combat, and car, motorcycle and boating accidents also are common causes. “Amputations caused by traumatic injury occur at varying ages, but usually in the 15 to 35 age range,” Wise said. “Amputations caused by disease tend to occur in older patients, between the ages of 65 and 80.”
The surgeon determines where to cut in order to remove all the damaged tissue and salvage as much healthy tissue as possible. The remaining bone, blood vessels and nerves will be sealed off, and the muscles will be cut and shaped to allow for a prosthesis to be attached later. Depending on the limb, the reason for amputation and any subsequent complications, most amputees will stay at the hospital for one to two weeks following surgery. Physical therapy usually begins as soon as the patient is discharged, and practicing with a prosthesis occurs soon after — usually before the wound fully heals, which can take about two months.
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Leg amputation, both above and below the knee, is generally more common than arm and hand amputation.
“Phantom pains” is a term that describes ongoing, physical sensation in the limb that has been removed. Most patients experience some degree of phantom pains following an amputation. They can feel shooting pain, burning or even itching in the limb that is no longer there. “It’s not entirely known why phantom pains occur, but one theory is that your brain forms pain memories when the nerves are cut or trauma is sustained to the limb. Although the nerve is cut during amputation, the nerve-pain pathway continues to cycle in the brain,” Wise said. In some cases, phantom pains can be avoided if the nerve ends are deadened within 12 hours of the injury, which prevents the formation of pain memory pathways. There also are medications and therapies that can help. “For some patients, phantom pains last a few months or years before gradually improving, and for others they can last a lifetime,” Wise said.
Recovering after limb loss Amputees have a long road to recovery. Most patients will need to get comfortable with a prosthetic and will undergo physical therapy for months or years following the amputation. This process is personal and can vary greatly from patient to patient. Recovery also can be affected by the cause of amputation, the specific limb lost and whether the amputation occurred above or below the joint. Further, “younger, active and physically fit patients usually have an easier time adapting to a prosthetic device. Elderly amputees are more likely to use a wheelchair after an amputation rather than learn to walk again on a prosthesis. But it depends on the attitude and motivation on the patient,” Wise said. Amputations that occur above the joint tend to be more difficult to recover from and can affect the patient’s ability to use a prosthesis. “Prosthetics are amazing these days, but joints are very hard to replicate,” Wise said. Beyond that, lower limb and upper limb amputation patients have a different recovery process as well. Leg amputees are more likely to use a prosthetic than arm amputees are. Wise said many arm amputees often prefer to adapt to life using only their other hand. Depression is also a major health concern for amputees. Limb loss can cause patients to question their self-worth and selfimage, and can drastically alter their lifestyle, career, recreational activities and more. While the recovery process is extremely difficult, it’s important to remember that it is also entirely possible, especially with patience, acceptance and the right attitude. Most patients are able to adapt and successfully resume their lives following an amputation. “With the invention of many different types prosthetic devices, there is now very little amputees can’t do with the right equipment. My sister walks, flies airplanes, runs, bikes, wakeboards, skydives and swims with her prosthetic legs. She has at least five different prosthetics that allow her to do each activity. It’s not easy — imagine having to bring a large suitcase full of legs when you’re doing multiple activities in one weekend — but it’s possible,” Wise said.
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FACIAL STEAM
After cleansing, treat your face to a calming steam treatment. This simple recipe combines the de-puffing properties of rose petals with the antiseptic properties of cloves, drawing out impurities and leaving skin rejuvenated.
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When the water cools to 100-110 degrees, put your face about 10 inches from the bowl and drape a clean towel over your head to catch the steam.
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Worker bees, busy students and parents on the go can’t always find the time (or the money) to hit the spa. There’s no shortage of DIY pampering products vying for your attention, but you might already have everything you need in your kitchen. With a little honey, coconut oil, avocado and cucumber, you can skip the additives and treat yourself. Simply add your favorite essential oils to a few choice culinary ingredients.
ENERGIZING BODY SCRUB
Ready for a radiant glow? Shake off dead skin and slide smoothly into summer with a salt- or sugar-based shower scrub. With an endless variety of essential oils available, you can customize your favorite scents. ■
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In the shower, gently rub into your skin, sloughing rough patches around elbows, knees and feet. Rinse well.
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REFRESHING EYE GEL De-puff those tired peepers with a few crisp plants from the pantry and windowsill. ■
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Chop the cucumber and purée in a blender. Strain out the excess liquid. Cut aloe stalks lengthwise and spoon their gel into a clean bowl.
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If you want to exfoliate afterward, make a paste out of water and baking soda and rub it into your feet with a pumice stone or foot file.
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HONEY SPICE MASK
This mask fights redness and inflammation while evening out skin tone. Harness the anti-inflammatory properties of cinnamon and honey while brightening up your skin tone with turmeric.
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AROMATHERAPY SHOWER
Fancy catalogs will tell you otherwise, but there’s no need to spend money on an expensive aromatherapy shower head. You can turn your shower into an at-home spa with a plain washcloth and your favorite scented oil. ■
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Rinse after 20 minutes.
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AVOCADO HAIR CONDITIONING MASK
Coconut oil is a champion, and its softening, anti-fungal properties make it an amazing conditioner and hair detangler that fights dandruff. ■
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HAND-SOFTENING WRAP
Keep the hands that take care of work, home and hobbies soft and beautiful with this nutritious honey wrap. ■
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Apply to your hands and cover with plastic wrap or kitchen gloves. Leave on 20-30 minutes and rinse well.
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LOOKING FOR A NEW BEST FRIEND?
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.
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Age: 1-year-old male Breed: Pit bull Description: Pacino can be shy when he first meets you, but he warms up with treats and loves soft, thoughtful petting. Adoption fee: $50
Age: 9-year-old spayed female Breed: Boxer Description: Sweet Bertha loves to give kisses and go for walks. She also wants to be the center of attention. Adoption fee: $50
Age: 4-year-old spayed female Breed: Heinz 57 with Retriever Description: Bonnie shines when you tell her it’s time to play, take a walk or eat. She is fun-loving, housetrained and good with children. Adoption fee: $50
Age: 2-month-old male Breed: American guinea pig Description: Rothchild is well-socialized and enjoys human touch and attention. His rescued mom and aunt, Mayflower and Gail, also are ready for adoption. Adoption fee: $20
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Vegas Golden Knights Senior Vice President Murray Craven leads a tour of the Golden Knights practice facility. Construction began on the facility in October and is expected to finish in August. (MIKAYLA WHITMORE/STAFF)
VP GIVES KNIGHTS INSTANT CREDIBILITY Craven’s many experiences in the NHL have prepared him to lead the new Las Vegas team BY JESSE GRANGER STAFF WRITER
The Golden Knights are only months away from getting a full roster of players and completing construction on one of the best practice facilities in the league, but the path to this point hasn’t been easy. The franchise championed by majority owner Bill Foley, who has little to no experience in professional sports, has been piloted behind the scenes by a man with nearly two decades of NHL experience. Murray Craven, 52, has skated an NHL rink more times than 99 percent of players in league history. He played 1,071 games over 18 years in the NHL for six different teams, and he has been Foley’s right-hand man since long before the Las Vegas hockey team had a name. “Looking at what we have now, it wasn’t that long ago that we were just crossing our fingers, hoping that we’d get to this day,” Craven said. “All of a sudden we’re here, and it feels like we’ve been here all along.” Last August, he received his official title with the Golden Knights — senior vice president — but he is involved with nearly everything the team does, from architecture to player scouting. “He’s doing a lot for us,” said team president Kerry Bubolz. “He’s wearing a lot of hats for us, and he’s in-
that weren’t as strong, and you learn every team you go valuable from that perspective.” to,” Craven said. “When you play for the Philadelphias Craven’s current headgear is a hard hat. of the world that seem to do everything right, and then From the beginning, he has overseen development you go to a team like Hartford that is on its way out of of the Golden Knights’ $30 million practice facility, exthe city — as soon as I walked into the situation in Hartpected to finish in late August. It suits him, as his retireford, it was quite a shock.” ment from the NHL led to dabbling in commercial real Craven played two seasons with the Whalers, just estate and construction. four years before they “I think it really helped,” left Connecticut to beCraven said. “First off, it come the Carolina Hurgave me a chance to watch ricanes. my kids grow up. Secondly “He’s going to be reit gave me the ability to ally instrumental when learn business and how to we try to build out the deal with people and difyouth hockey and adult ferent personalities.” hockey, utilizing his relaThe hockey side of tionships in the marketthings is the easy part for place,” Bubolz said. “As Craven. He scored 266 we try to build an alumni goals and racked up 493 asnetwork, we will utilize sists during his career with all of his relationships in the Red Wings, Flyers, Craven (32) played three seasons with the the league.” Whalers, Canucks, BlackChicago Blackhawks. (ASSOCIATED PRESS FILE) With the Golden hawks and Sharks. Knights, Craven faces a new challenge: guiding a fran“A lot of people don’t understand what a storied NHL chise through the process of entering the league as an career he had,” Bubolz said. “This guy wasn’t a fourthexpansion team. line player. He was a legitimate player, and to have that “The first year or so has gone remarkably well,” Craknowledge is exciting.” ven said. We’ve been fortunate that the mistakes we’ve Craven’s time as a player provided him with a wealth made, people have forgiven us. Perhaps we could have of experiences that have prepared him for his role with done some things differently, but we were new. There the Golden Knights. was no blueprint for how to do it in Las Vegas.” “I’ve played in some great organizations and some
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city’s first female golf course gm aims to broaden the game’s reach By Jesse Granger STAFF WRITER
Outfitted in a pink dress and highheeled leather boots, Jody Niemann greets a group of men as they approach a tee box at Royal Links Golf Club and offers them a wager. If she can outdrive them, then they have to make a donation to charity. The men accept and snicker as Niemann steps up to the tee and digs her heels into the grass. The laughs subside when she rips a drive 260 yards down the center of the fairway. “They’ll hand me a $100 bill and say, ‘Here you go, sweetie pie, I’ll be back to collect that in a second,’ ” Niemann said. “Once they see me hit it, they usually swing too hard, so they shank it into the rough or out of bounds.” In January, Niemann became the first female general manager of a major Las Vegas golf course when she took over at Royal Links, on Vegas Valley Drive near Nellis Boulevard. “It just shows how slow the golf industry is progressing in certain areas,” she said. “It is something that we need to make more available to juniors and women. Golf has always been a sport for the elite, and we need to change that.” Shelby Futch, who owns seven courses in
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Arizona, bought Royal Links from Billy Walters last November and didn’t hesitate to hire Niemann as the GM. “It never occurred to me that she was the first until afterward,” Futch said. “I just felt that she was by far the best interview and was really on top of her game in terms of the Las Vegas market. It was a no-brainer. I wanted her.” Niemann grew up working on potato farms in Idaho with her grandfather. “We had the option to either go shopping with Grandma, or go with Grandpa,” Niemann said. “If you went with Grandpa, it meant going to the potato farm in Idaho. You were in the backhoe or the dump truck and helped move irrigation lines. Or you went to the golf course.” Niemann always chose manual labor and links over grocery bags and shopping malls. “I hated shopping with a passion — and I still do, to this day — so I went with Grandpa,” she said. “I loved being in the dump truck and playing in the dirt, and I loved being on the golf course.” Niemann first swung a golf club at age 8, and soon began practicing so vigorously that she tore up her mother’s front lawn. Her grandfather entered her into junior competitions, where she found immediate success.
Instead of the sport feeling very snooty and elitist, I want people to come here and have the same feeling I had when I walked into the clubhouse. ... I want people to feel welcome, because if I wouldn’t have, then I would have never played, and who knows where I’d be.” — jody niemann
Niemann was named an American Junior Golf Association All-American four times from 1991 to 1994 and was the Idaho high school state champion in 1992 and 1995. She went on to golf at Arizona State, where she helped the Sun Devils win two national championships before competing on the LPGA Tour for three years. Because of a back injury and the desire to spend more time with her children, Jordan and Jaxon, Niemann cut short her playing career. But she stayed active in the sport, coaching for eight years at Arizona and UNR. She said she wanted to give back to a sport that she felt was the only thing that got her off of the potato farms in Idaho. “Instead of the sport feeling very snooty and elitist, I want people to come here and have the same feeling I had when I walked into the clubhouse as a little girl,” Niemann said. “I want people to feel welcome, because if I wouldn’t have, then I would have never played, and who knows where I’d be.” Royal Links might be one of the most traditional golf courses in the country, highlighted by a clubhouse that’s a replica of a Scottish castle. All 18 holes are designed after famous courses in Ireland and Scotland. While Niemann wants to keep the course traditional, her ideas for the club are far from it. “I want to blend the tradition with nontradition, taking a golf course like this and holding events like a beer fest, or drive-in movie night using the golf carts,” Niemann said. Whether it’s outdriving men in a dress and high heels for charity, or removing the gate to make a golf course appear less exclusive, Niemann continues to change the golf scene in Las Vegas. “I love challenging everyone. I get a kick out of it,” Niemann said. “I’m not interested in the same game. I want to be unique and different and hold events like no one has had before.”
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one entry. Earn 2x entries MondaysWednesdays. Win up to $5,000. Point multiplier Date: Sundays in April Information: Earn 10x slot points. Slot tournament Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays in April Information: Win up to $800. Gift giveaway Date: Thursdays in April Information: Visit slot club for details.
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Tuesday point multipliers Date: Tuesdays Information: Earn 15x points on Buffalo machines, 10x points on reels and 5x points on keno, multigame and video poker.
Point multiplier Date: Through April 9 Information: Earn 100 base points and swipe card at kiosk to receive 1,000 points.
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Take it or Trade it Date: Saturdays in April Time: 6:30-11:30 p.m. Information: Earn drawing tickets through play. Win up to $1,000.
Rolling for Dough Date: Fridays Time: Slot players eligible 1-9 p.m. Players at table games eligible 6:3011:30 p.m. Information: Players can get a chance to roll the dice and win 10x the roll.
Rolling for Dough Date: Mondays and Fridays Time: Hourly, 12:30-7:30 p.m. on Mondays; 3:30-11:30 p.m. on Fridays Information: Players can get a chance to roll the dice and win money. Cold Cash Hot Seat Date: Fridays and Saturdays Time: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Information: One player chosen every 30 minutes will win $25. Point multiplier Date: Through April 9 Information: Earn 100 base points and swipe card at kiosk to receive 1,000 points.
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Thursday Free Play Inferno Drawing Date: Thursdays in April Time: 7 p.m. Information: Earn entries for every 100 base points (3x entries on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays). Win up to $1,100 in play. Saturday Double Diamond drawing Date: Saturdays in April Time: 8 p.m. Information: Earn entries for every 100 base points (3x entries on Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays). Win up to $1,000. Buffalo point multiplier Date: Sundays and Mondays Information: Earn 10x points on Buffalo machines.
Mystery Prize giveaway Date: April 10-30 Information: Earn 100 base points to receive a prize. Valid one time only.
Wednesday Point Madness Date: Wednesdays Time: 6:15 p.m. Information: From midnight Mondays to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, players can earn one entry ticket for each slotbase point earned, and be one of 10 winners to receive 50,000 points.
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50+ weekly slot tournament Date: Thursdays Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: Open to loyalty-card members 50 and older. First entry is free with a swipe at a club kiosk; collect a second by earning 250 points and a third by earning 500 points. Top prize is $1,500; total prize pool is $5,200. Major League Baseball jersey giveaway Date: Tuesdays and Saturdays in April Time: 1, 2, 7 and 8 p.m. Information: The poker room is giving away baseball jerseys through random hot seats.
$20,000 Free Slot Play Hot Seats Date: Thursdays in April Time: Every 15 minutes, 2-8 p.m. Information: Loyalty-card holders can win $200 in play. Once an hour, a table game player will also be chosen.
Buffet deals Date: Mondays-Thursdays in April Information: Earn 300 same-day base slot points between 3 a.m. and 1 p.m. for a lunch buffet. Earn 600 same-day base points by 8 p.m. to earn a dinner buffet.
Earn and Redeem — Spa Date: April Information: Earn 1,200 same-day points or redeem 4,000 anytime points to receive a 25 minute spa treatment.
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Earn and Redeem — Buffet Date: April Information: Earn and redeem 500 same-day base points for lunch or 800 points for dinner. Maximum two vouchers per day. Earn and Redeem — Hawthorne Grill Date: April Information: Earn 1,500 same-day points or redeem 4,000 anytime points to receive choice of a butter
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drawing Date: Sundays through April 30 Time: 4:15 and 6:15 p.m. Locations: All Station properties Information: Win up to $5,000. Earn entries and entry multipliers through play. Visit players club for details. MyGeneration Wednesdays Date: Ongoing Locations: All Station properties 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, plus discounts on dining, movies and bowling. Slot tournaments are 10 a.m.-7 p.m., with a top prize of $1,000. First entry is free; receive up to four more entries by earning 50 base points for each.
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Leap into a Jeep giveaway Date: Thursdays in April Time: 7:15 p.m. Information: Earn 5x entries on Sundays and swipe for 10 free entries every Wednesday. See players club for additional multiplier information. Win up to $1,000 at weekly drawings. Drawing for Jeep is April 27. Point multiplier Date: Mondays in April Information: Earn 10x points on slots and 6x points on reels.
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Point Jam kiosk game Date: Through May 2 Information: Top prize is 1 million points. Point multiplier Date: Mondays in April Information: Earn 10x points on slots and 6x points on reels.
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Pick Your Treasure Chest Swipe and Win Date: Fridays through April 28 Information: Earn five points to play. Point multiplier Date: Sundays in April Information: Earn 10x points on slots
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trip away the emotions and moral concerns about the gun industry, and what’s left is a multibillion-dollar business involving a highly competitive group of manufacturers whose existence depends on steady demand for their products. The problem is that they’ve glutted one of their biggest markets — the U.S., which is home to an estimated 300 million guns — while the percentage of Americans owning guns has hit a 40-year low. So how do they keep the cash registers ringing? By using fear-based marketing and public rhetoric spouted by their political lobbying mouthpiece, the National Rifle Association, to convince those who already own guns that they need more, and by trying to create new streams of customers. Here are some of their tactics: n Stoking insecurity. Although the rate of violent crime in the U.S. was near a 20-year low in 2016 — down to about half of the high point in 1996 —
you wouldn’t know that from looking at gun ads or listening to the NRA. And in addressing the threat of terrorism, the industry’s fear-mongering is off the charts, as in this ad from NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre in a 2015 campaign: “You and I didn’t choose to be targets in the age of terror. But innocents like us will continue to be slaughtered in concert halls, sports stadiums, restaurants and airplanes. No amount of bloodshed will ever satisfy the demons among us. No target is too intimate or too sacred for these monsters. They will come to where we worship, where we educate and where we live.” n Playing to the “hero complex.” Gun manufacturers would have buyers believe that owning a gun — or five, or 12 — is a way to not only protect themselves and their families, but also stop terrorists and mass shootings. A flip side of this approach is to vilify people who are averse to owning guns. In a 2015 column, NRA board member and dinosaur rocker Ted Nugent called unarmed people the “losers amongst us — spinelessly discarding self-evident
truth, logic, common sense and pure human instinct — (who) continue to fall for the big lie of political correctness, and get cut down by murderous maniacs like blind sheep to slaughter.” He closed by writing, “Disarmed and helpless is an irresponsible, suicidal choice that will get you killed. Defend yourself.” n Portraying the government as an existential threat. Any initiative to regulate gun violence, no matter how rational, is characterized as an attempt by the government to take away Americans’ guns and leave them vulnerable to tyranny. The message works. Gun sales went through the roof during President Barack Obama’s administration, and the industry was laying the groundwork for more paranoia-based sales during the 2016 presidential election. “Under Hillary’s watch, the world has become evermore dangerous, all while Hillary attacks our fundamental right to survive and protect ourselves by eliminating our Second Amendment right of self-defense,” LaPierre said last year during his address at the annual NRA convention. “If she could, Hillary would
ban every gun, destroy every magazine, run an entire national security industry into the ground and put your name on a government registration list. Folks, I’m not kidding. If she gets even one Supreme Court nomination … you can kiss your guns goodbye.” n Trying to arm everybody. Gun makers are working to develop new streams of customers by marketing to women, who traditionally have made up a small percentage of gun buyers, and children. Their tactics include yet more fear-mongering, such as promoting guns as a way to reduce sexual assault. Gun makers are hardly the only U.S. industry engaged in misleading marketing and questionable sales strategies. But given that there are about 33,000 gun deaths each year in the nation — that’s an average of about 90 a day — what they’re doing is particularly galling. Although there’s little hope at the moment of countering their messaging with reasonable gun-safety measures at the federal level, Nevada should continue to press for reforms at the state level.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS SUNDAY, APRIL 9 Artisan Craft Festival Spring Jamboree: Local crafters, artists and vendors will showcase their wares. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., free, Palace Station ballroom, 2411 W. Sahara Ave., artisancraftfestival.com. Southern Nevada Musical Arts Society: Masterworks — Mozart & Haydn: The Musical Arts Chorus and Musical Arts Orchestra will perform with guest soloists. 3 p.m.; $20 general admission, $15 for seniors/military/disabled, $10 for students with valid ID; Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 702-895-4710. Alternative Spring Break: Join Friends of Nevada Wilderness to improve desert habitats and learn about the local environment. Noon, $20 deposit paid with RSVP refunded at time of trip, Gold Butte national monument, 702-515-5417 or grace@nevadawilderness.org. *Also: Through April 14.
Ingredients 1 1/2 oz. Frey Ranch Gin Sanpellegrino Pompelmo Float of Frey Ranch Absinthe Grapefruit peel Lemon round and anise star for garnish
Method Build drink over ice. Add a float of Frey Ranch Absinthe and garnish.
Inspired by the Greyhound — an ever-popular bar favorite — this cocktail makes upgrades in all the right places. Frey Ranch Estate Distillery is a familyowned distillery located in Nevada’s Great Basin Desert. While it produces multiple fine liquors, including vodka and whiskey, its award-winning gin is a special treat. Rich with juniper and herbal flavors, this gin combines beautifully with the tart grapefruit soda and a float of sophisticated, anise-rich absinthe.
Cocktail created by Francesco Lafranconi, Executive Director of Mixology and Spirits Education at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.
easter events: wednesday, april 12 Spring Egg Hunt: Reading funny bunny stories, sing songs and go on an egg hunt in the library. 11 a.m.-noon for children up to 5 years old and 4-5 p.m. for children 6-11, free, Enterprise Library, 25 E. Shelbourne Ave., 702-507-3760.
easter events: Saturday, April 15 Hop and Shop Easter Egg Hunt and Family Festival: Easter egg hunts will be staged every 10 minutes during morning and afternoon sessions for children 1-10, and will be divided into three age groups. Register at 8 a.m. for the first session. The Easter Bunny will be on hand for photos. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Town Square, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South, mytownsquarelasvegas.com. Third annual “Funny Bunny” Race for Parkinson’s: This event will feature 10K and 5K runs and a 1-mile fun walk, a kids bunny hop for eggs, a petting zoo, bounce houses, face painting and food. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., free-$45, W. Wayne Bunker Park, 7351 W. Alexander Road, 702-381-4141, bit.ly/2n26aTM or friendsofparkinsonslv@gmail.com. “Sunny the Bunny” Easter meet and greet: Bring the family and your camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny. 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m, free with park admission, Wet ’n’ Wild Las Vegas, 7055 S. Fort Apache Road, 702-979-1600 or wetnwildlasvegas.com. *Also: Sunday, April 16 at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
“Disgraced” by Ayad Akhtar: When a couple hosts a dinner party, what starts out as friendly conversation escalates into a damaging revelation of racial identity. 2 p.m., $16.50, UNLV Black Box Theatre, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 702895-2787 or unlv.edu/nct.
Management Tournament University Program Scholarship Fundraiser: Each foursome is paired with a UNLV student or alumnus. 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $250-$1,000, TPC Summerlin Golf Club, 1700 Village Center Circle, 702-895-2932 or pga@unlv.edu.
“Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992”: This documentary theater piece looks at the racial, economic and class tensions of a city in turmoil after the Rodney King verdict. 2-3:30 p.m., free, West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 702-507-6019.
Art Explorations – Art Therapy: These therapeutic art-making experiences are for those with illnesses treated at the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and their care partners. Reservations requested. 4-5:30 p.m., free, Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 888 W. Bonneville Ave., 702-7786702 or louruvosocialserv@ccf.org.
Ranger Chat — Public Lands, Treasures of Southern Nevada: Learn about local public lands. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., free, Lake Mead Visitor Center, 601 Nevada Way, 702-293-8990.
MONDAY, APRIL 10 Rainbow Company spring break drama workshop: Children 8-12 can participate in theater games, improvisation, acting exercises and rehearsal skills. Registration required. Bring a lunch, beverage and two snacks per day. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $135, Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., 702-229-6383. *Also: April 11-15 (9 a.m.-noon Saturday) Mathew S. Anderson PGA Golf
The Artist as Culture Producer: Panelists discuss the impact of visual artists on their communities. 7-9:30 p.m., free, Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art/Harry Reid Center at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 702-8953381 or barrick.museum@unlv.edu.
TUESDAY, APRIL 11 “Fiddler on the Roof”: The father of five daughters attempts to maintain his Jewish religious and cultural traditions as outside influences encroach upon the family’s lives. 7:30 p.m., $20-$30, Summerlin Library Theatre, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, 702-878-7529 or signatureproductions.net.
*Also: 7:30 p.m. April 12-14, 18-21 and 25-28; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. April 15, 22 and 29 Ward 2 Conversation with the Councilman (ages 21 and up): Join City Councilman Bob Beers for an adult beverage and share your concerns for Las Vegas. 5:307:30 p.m., free, Angel Park Clubhouse Patio, 100 S. Rampart Blvd. Pinup Photo Workshop: Take part in a workshop with a pinup-style model. Registration required. 5:30-7:30 p.m., $150, Neon Museum Boneyard, 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North, info@neonmuseum.org.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12 Movie in the Park: Bring the family to enjoy the PG-rated movie “Dr. Strange” and enjoy free popcorn and lemonade while supplies last. 7 p.m., free, Stupak Community Center, 251 W. Boston Ave., 702-229-2488. Lunch & Learn — Alternative Therapies in Alzheimer’s Disease: The Facts: Bring lunch and learn about supplements, herbs and lifestyle changes that have been touted to help patients who suffer from Alzheimer’s. Noon-1 p.m., free, Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 888 W. Bonneville Ave., keepmemoryalive.org.
LIFE Arabian Breeders World Cup and Gift Show: Breeders showcase the beauty and unique characteristics of the Arabian horse breed. 9 a.m., free, South Point Casino, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, arabianbreedersworldcup.com/2017-world-cup-show. *Also: Through April 15
FRIDAY, APRIL 14 Semi-Toned presents Sing Theory: The British all-male singing group will perform. 7:30 p.m., $24 for adults, $12 for 18-under, Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St., 702-2294614 or artslasvegas.org. Ward 6 Movie in the Park: Enjoy the PG-rated film “The Secret Life of Pets.” Bring blankets or low chairs. Dusk, free, Centennial Hills Park, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive, 702-229-6154.
SATURDAY, APRIL 15 Bishr Hijazi Arab Ensemble Concert: Experience the sounds of the Middle East through music and dance. Lawn seating. 2 p.m., free, Aloha Shores Park, 7550 W. Sauer Drive, arabmusicensemble.com. Fee-free Days at Lake Mead National Recreation Area: Entrance fees will be waived in celebration of National Park Week. Fees for camping, lake use or use of concessions still apply. Lake Mead National Recreation Area, 601 Nevada Way, nps.gov/lake/index.htm.
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*Also: April 16 and 22-23. Annual pancake breakfast and open house: Meet neighbors, county staff, and firefighters while enjoying pancakes. There will be a jaws of life demonstration; children’s fishing derby and tours of the fire station. 8:30-11:30 a.m., Fire Station 20, 5865 Judson St., clarkcountynv.gov. National Junior Ranger Day: Join rangers for science activities, games about history, a singalong, K-9 demonstration, live reptiles, bird watching and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., free, Boulder Beach picnic area in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, 601 Nevada Way, 702-293-8990. Ninja Warrior Competition: Compete on an obstacle course. There will be three timed heats and prizes. Noon-4 p.m., free with park entry, Wet ’n’ Wild Las Vegas, 7055 S. Fort Apache Road, 702-767-8797 or julie@camprhino.com. Dutch oven cooking demonstration: Watch park staff cook up some delectable dishes the old-fashioned way, and then sample them. 9 a.m.noon, free with $1 park admission (children 12 and under free), Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park, 500 E. Washington Ave., 702-486-5125 or parks.nv.gov. Annual Spring Rose Show: Enjoy flower displays and arrangements. 1-4 p.m., free, West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., 702-507-3964.
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Ever feel stress at work? ¶ Silly question. ¶ But the issue of stress in the workplace and how it can stifle productivity, damage morale and spark employee turnover is anything but silly. ¶ In fact, those who find themselves having trouble keeping calm and carrying on at work are in the majority. More than half of workers stress, Continued on page 53
$75.6b 18,000 Net worth of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, who has become the second-richest person in the world after surpassing Warren Buffett and Amancio Ortega.
Number of lead or galvanizedsteel water lines that will be replaced in Flint, Mich., by 2020. Citizens are disappointed to hear they’ll have three more years of unclean water.
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Approximate cut to the Interior Department’s budget in President Donald Trump’s proposed budget. Trump, though, donated his first three months’ salary — $78,333.32 — to the National Park Service.
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The CEO of the Neon Museum discusses what’s next for the keeper of Las Vegas sign history, shares some simple but wise business advice, and talks about how the country would benefit by forging a new educational path. THE NOTES Giving, P46
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Maks Chmerkovskiy, Val Chmerkovskiy and Tony Dovolani have helped popularize ballroom dancing in the United States through “Dancing With the Stars,” and are capitalizing on that success by opening dance studios, including one in Las Vegas. TALKING POINTS Rules of etiquette still apply outside the office, P49
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A listing of local bankruptcies, bid opportunities, brokered transactions, business licenses and building permits. MORE VEGAS INC BUSINESS NEWS Calendar: Conventions, P51 Calendar: Events, P55 The List: Colleges, universities and technical schools, P60
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CIRCULATION Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis addresses the news media after NFL owners approved his team’s move to Las Vegas on March 27. (ASSOCIATED PRESS FILE)
OUR TAKE: TWO CAMPS, BOTH EYEING PUBLIC MONEY, DEFINED NFL VOTE Any veteran of politics knows that a vote for your candidate counts the same as one against the other person. Not all 31 votes cast by National Football League owners in favor of moving the Raiders to Southern Nevada bear symmetry. The approvals fall into two distinct categories: owners bullish on the future of Las Vegas and owners resigned to the seeming implausibility of a stadium solution in Oakland. Prominent owners including Robert Kraft of New England and Jerry Jones of Dallas — who stands to profit greatly if his Legends entertainment company is chosen to manage events at the new stadium — championed the move and brought a strong contingent with them. “I’m excited about it,” New York Giants coowner Steve Tisch said. “I think the Raiders have a great opportunity to create something very special.”
Atlanta owner Arthur Blank used $200 million in public financing to build the $1.5 billion Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the NFL’s newest jewel. Blank’s reasoning captured the other group, expressing more relief than joy. “I’m excited for (Las Vegas) as a solution,” Blank said. “I feel badly for the fans in Oakland, and I know the Davis family does as well.” Whether or not you agree with the Legislature’s decision, Nevada brought league owners a deal they could not abandon by offering $750 million in taxpayer money. Oakland held firm on avoiding expenditure of public money and lost its team. Tisch found one easy point of consensus as he punctuated his comments with a laugh. “We’re getting things passed much quicker than the president.” — ADAM CANDEE
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AT&T donated $50,000 to the Wounded Warrior Umpire Academy, a nonprofit organization that brings injured veterans back on the field into civilian life by helping them secure careers as paid umpires. The Richard Petty Driving Experience and Maverick Helicopters partnered with American Cancer Society to host six breast cancer survivors for a “Survivor Ride” at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The survivors flew over the Strip with Maverick Helicopters and landed on the start-finish line at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. They then celebrated with a ride around the 1.5 Tri-Oval track in 600-horsepower stock cars at speeds up to 165 mph, courtesy of Richard Petty Driving Experience. TeamHealth, which provides hospital-based clinical and administrative services, donated $25,000 to Miracle Flights, a charity that provides free commercial airline tickets so children and their families can obtain special medical care. Henderson donated two galvanized community garden beds complete with edible plants, soil, two fruit trees and a vertical farming system from the Garden Tower project to the C.T. Sewell Elementary School gardening club. Three Greenberg Traurig attorneys were acknowledged by the Federal Supreme Court of Ethiopia for providing pro bono work to the Child Justice Project Office. The team successfully petitioned a Las Vegas court to confirm a paternity order issued in Ethiopia and obtained a child support order for their client. Greenberg Traurig’s client resides in Ethiopia and for more than 14 years has been raising her daughter without any support from the child’s father, who moved to the United States. It is expected that the groundwork of the Greenberg Traurig team will pave the way for other Ethiopian paternity orders to be enforced in the United States. The participating attorneys were Kim Morris Agee, Kara B. Hendricks and Tonya Henderson. Additionally, Thomas R. Snider was
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Cox Communications donated $10,000 to the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada. (COURTESY PHOTO) instrumental in bringing the case to Greenberg Traurig and acted as a liaison with the Child Justice Project Office in Ethiopia. Communities In Schools of Nevada is partnering with the Clark County School District and Las Vegas to help bring together their services with the services of Las Vegas Downtown Achieves and My Brother’s Keeper, as part of “ReInvent Schools.” The program brings together all of the agencies to help students at J.T. McWilliams, Wendell P. Williams, Matt Kelly and Hollingsworth elementary schools. McDonald’s owner/operator Kellie Vander Veur honored nine team members who completed the English Under the Arches program, which helps employees learn English as a second language. Bank of Nevada donated 42 iPads to the Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy to assist with a research project. The iPads include Square Panda, a program that helps reading proficiency. Stanford University professor Bruce McCandliss is consulting with the maker of Square Panda and the academy to analyze the effectiveness of the program.
Opportunity Village received $1 million from NV Energy for the organization’s Christopher’s Crossing Capital Campaign. The gift will be applied to the Revive and Renew initiative at Opportunity Village’s West Oakey Campus, helping replace aging infrastructure and creating a new and safer transportation hub. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas raised $298,000 at its 2016 Rock the House Gala. Bret Loughridge, vice president of operations at SR Construction, received the House Hero award. City National bank donated $2,500 to HELP of Southern Nevada for a holiday outreach program that helped feed low-income families in need. The bank also provided $3,500 to Communities In Schools, $5,000 to One Drop for Water, $2,500 to the Urban Chamber of Commerce, $1,500 to Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada and $1,200 to the Gay and Lesbian Center of Southern Nevada. The Fremont Street Experience raised $28,140 for the American Heart Association through a SlotZilla Charity Challenge. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Nevada Properties raised $23,080
VEGAS INC and the Las Vegas Chapter of FEI (Financial Executives International) are accepting nominations for the CFO of the Year awards. The event honors chief financial officers in five categories: CFO of the Year, Financial Executive of the Year-Gaming and Hospitality, Financial Executive of the Year-Manufacturing, Financial Executive of the Year-Construction and Real Estate, and Financial Executive of the Year-Services. Nominees do not have to be FEI members to be considered. Nominations are due by April 22. Honorees will be celebrated in a special section of VEGAS INC and at an event on June 22. Visit cfoawards.vegas for more information.
for the American Cancer Society during the company’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign. The Alexander Dawson School began using the Richard & Malena Ruffin Organic Garden, which was designed by architectural firm LGA and made possible by Phil and Oleksandra Ruffin. Nacho Daddy donated more than 110,000 meals to Three Square Food Bank. That amount was matched by the Target Corp. Caesars Entertainment donated $50,000 to Opportunity Village. Humana donated more than 300 knitted and crocheted caps, blankets, scarfs and quilts to Child Haven, Helping Hands of Vegas Valley and Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation – Spring Valley. Humana Charity Crafters made the donated items.
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‘We will never see another city built like this’ Rob McCoy is CEO of the Neon Museum, which exhibits iconic signs of Las Vegas’ past. Among the treasures preserved there is the La Concha Motel’s distinctive shell-shaped lobby, which has been converted into a visitor center, as well as portions of the old Stardust sign and the Riviera stars. McCoy became CEO in May, and has overseen a busy growth period for the museum. Do you have recent news you’d like to share? There is so much going on here at the museum, it would make your head swim. We just bought the building next to our visitor center — it will be torn down and replaced with a special events area and additional neon signs. Our museum store is finally open and setting sales records on a weekly basis. And we are in the early stages of planning for an additional building that will give us our first indoor exhibit area space, along with a neon fabrication workshop where our visitors will be able to see first-hand how neon is made and lit. What is the best business advice you’ve received? Three simple rules learned over the course of my professional career from multiple individuals: Keep it simple; no hidden agendas; surround yourself with people better than you. If you could change one thing about Southern Nevada, what would it be? I wish it were hotter. OK, I’m kidding. But I do love the heat. We need to stem the talent flow from Las Vegas and increase the talent flow into our city. What’s the biggest issue facing Southern Nevada? Balancing workforce needs with educational goals. We missed the boat a couple of decades ago by promising everyone a high-paying job upon completion of a four-year degree. It’s one of the single biggest drivers of student debt, and for so many it’s completely unnecessary. We must find a way to foster and fund vocational training. What has been your most exciting professional project? Taking the Neon Museum to the next level by planning and executing a 10-year master plan that furthers our reputation as the crown jewel of Las Vegas. Trust me, it doesn’t get any more exciting than this. What’s your favorite place to have fun in Las Vegas?
Rob McCoy stands among the felled giants of Las Vegas’ neon history at the Neon Boneyard. (christopher devargas/staff)
How many golf courses are there here? Having been raised on a golf course from a young age, I can’t think of anything more fun than 18 holes with people you love. Describe your management style. Set the vision. Hire the right people. Get out of the way.
never came back. I came back. Some have asked me if I ever regretted spending my entire life in Southern Nevada. Never. I’ve been a witness to history. We will never see another city built like this one again in the United States. With that said, we all could use a beach occasionally. With a golf course next to it, of course.
Where do you see your company in 10 years? When people look at a photograph of Fremont Street prior to the canopy, most see Glitter Gulch, the brightest street in America. I see that too, but I also see the Louvre, the Sistine Chapel and the Getty Museum all rolled into one. We are that museum, and I hope we will be even more so a decade from now.
Whom do you admire? My wife, who passed away two years ago. She was my biggest supporter and an incredible role model as a mother and grandmother. Her last three months on this earth were not good ones. In fact, quite the opposite. And yet she faced her circumstances with quiet strength, resoluteness and with an incredible peace. Admiration doesn’t begin to express my gratitude and respect.
If you could live anywhere else in the world, where would it be? I’m a native Las Vegan. Many of my contemporaries graduated from high school here, went away to college and
What is your biggest pet peeve? It ain’t rocket science and yet people keep trying to make it that way. Everyone reading this knows exactly what I mean.
What is your funniest or most embarrassing work story? We don’t have room here for the number of times I’ve embarrassed myself or fell off my chair laughing. But let me say it involves a television studio, a news anchor (me) and two live 500-pound Bengal tigers. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? Patience. I wasn’t born with much and it seems to be getting worse with age. What is something that people might not know about you? I met Ronald Reagan, Cary Grant and Marilyn Chambers. That would be the Gipper, Archie Leach and the porn queen. Only in Las Vegas. Anything else you want add? Our lives are a compilation of the choices we make. Choose well and life will be good.
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‘It’s about helping people be healthier and happier’ in entertainment have residencies, and some of the most luxurious services are provided here. So we have to make sure that we fit in, and I think we will.
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Maks Chmerkovskiy, Val Chmerkovskiy and Tony Dovolani have helped popularize ballroom dancing in the United States by performing and teaching on the reality TV competition “Dancing With the Stars.” With their success on the screen has come business opportunities to share their passion, and the latest iteration of that is a new dance studio recently opened in Las Vegas, which Dovolani discussed with VEGAS INC.
What is the best part about doing business here?
It’s the entertainment capital of the world. People come here to have fun and experience new things, and that’s what we’re all about. It’s one thing to sit and watch a show, but its another to be a part of your own show. We want everyone to feel like they’re the star of their own world.
Who are your customers?
Technically, everyone. We’ll teach anyone interested in learning to dance, or looking for a rewarding activity or hobby, and has a desire for fun, good health, personal achievement or social fulfillment. We have a wide spectrum of ages, abilities and backgrounds, and we welcome people from all walks of life. We teach people with disabilities and use dance as physical, mental and emotional therapy. We’ve never turned anyone away, and we can teach anyone.
We’ve overcome a lot, and learned from our two decades of experience and growing pains. We have a great system in place, but I think our new challenge is expanding without losing the family touch and community feel. We’re working hard to keep that personalized Dance With Me experience while keeping the local flavor, and never feeling like we’re out of touch with the local community.
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How can Nevada improve its business climate?
Our goal is to provide unique and memorable dance experiences for our guests. We strive to offer the best service in the most beautiful and inspiring dance studios. It’s not only about teaching people how to dance, it’s about helping people be healthier and happier while allowing them to express themselves with an incredible community of like-minded people. This is still a family-owned business, and we preach family with everything we do. We want people to feel at home when they walk in.
So far the climate has been incredible, both business and weather. We received an incredible welcome from the community, the press, and local officials. Ask us again in one year and we’ll let you know.
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To make sure that every student has a comfortable and fun learning experience while feeling challenged and inspired to be a better version of themselves. We want every person to feel special after they leave our studio. What is the hardest part about doing business in Las Vegas?
Las Vegas has very high expectations for great service and entertainment. Some of the biggest names
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What wisdom have you learned in your career that applies to any business?
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Dance With Me Dance Studios Address: 420 S. Rampart Blvd. Las Vegas Phone: 702-710-1100 Website: dancewithmeusa.com/studio/las-vegas-nv Hours of operation: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday Owned/operated by: Maks Chmerkovskiy, Val Chmerkovskiy and Tony Dovolani In business since: 2017
Besides working hard at giving 100 percent to every single thing you do, it’s important to always analyze what you’ve done and find a way to do it better. It’s easy to get comfortable or caught up in your own success, but the moment you stop learning and improving is the moment you start failing. We look back after every project or implementation of a new system and ask, “How can this be improved? How can the next one be even better? What did we miss? How can the experience be more special for our guests?” I’ve learned a lot from working with our team and I’m always picking up new ideas from our teachers and students. An important quality of a good teacher is being a good listener, so I take their advice and suggestions to make our service better.
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On Adam Candee’s lasvegassun.com story “The Las Vegas Raiders: NFL owners OK move from Oakland”: This move will save the players and those associated with the Raiders and other NFL teams money. Every time a team plays in California, they have to pay state tax, but Nevada has no state tax, so they will save quite of bit of their salary, and the Raiders will save a ton. — yadecin Not only will the stadium be a success for the Raiders, but as a functioning facility, it will be one of the most successful in the nation. — jshawaii22 My sincere condolences to Bay Area fans. They tried mightily to keep their beloved team at home, and now are left with the decidedly unappealing options of continuing their support long-distance, switching their allegiance, or bowing out of following the league altogether. — Too Much Lipstick On Adam Candee’s lasvegassun.com story “Beyond the pigskin: What events are needed for stadium’s longterm viability”: If Vegas can land it, Wrestlemania is pretty much a weeklong event that brings in tens of thousands of people from around the world. — San-Man On April Corbin’s lasvegassun.com story “Turnout vs. burnout: What would it take to get more people to the polls for local elections?”: I like to think I’m fairly informed, but it’s really hard to keep track of all the elections we have, and it’s got to be expensive to run all of them. — nancy pirsig
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can be a professionally comfortable rom anniversary parties to guest column: venue to get better acquainted. Rememcorporate retreats, afterSharon Schweitzer ber to branch out to meet new people in hours work events often are other divisions. By connecting with mulcharacterized by a more tiple colleagues from all areas of your orrelaxed, yet still professional environganization, you create possible mentors, references and ment. Although these events are a wonderful way to concontacts that can help your career down the line. nect with coworkers and interact with the power players, Dress sharply and authentically: Men and women they can be disastrous without modern manners. alike, take note that a work party is an extension of the Pay attention to your office culture: At many comprofessional work day and is still a business setting. panies, bosses and employees regularly go out for drinks. Dress sharply in an outfit that helps you feel confident. However, even casual company cultures may be vastly Be present, with the phone off: Focus on the people different, and alcohol boundaries vary. Depending on and the event. If you are glued to your phone all night, geography, tenure, written and unwritten policy, take time you will miss out on key face-to-face interactions. to research, adjust to and learn about what is acceptable, Don’t loosen up too much: Although being comfortexpected and comfortable for you and your colleagues. able at these events is key, don’t allow yourself to be Show up: Go to these events. Research shows that by overly comfortable. Keep in mind that there is a thin line not attending after-work activities with colleagues, embetween sharing happy stories about your personal life ployees can be perceived as disconnected or uninterested. and divulging inappropriate information. Eat protein before you go: This will lessen the potenDon’t do as the boss does: Perhaps your boss really tial effects of alcoholic drinks and help you remain more lets loose at events, violating etiquette guidelines. That comfortable and professional. doesn’t mean you should. You are still climbing the ladder, Bring conversation starters: Yes, you all have one and your view is not the same as the view from the top. thing in common: work. However, a work-related event is Avoid table dancing: Letting loose to Beyoncé after a not the time to continue business or discuss office gossip. stressful week is a surefire way to blow off some steam, Keep conversation balanced between professional and but it may not be the best way to impress your superiors. personal. Asking questions about sports, movies, books, Sharon Schweitzer is an international modern manners travel and pets focuses the conversation on others. and business etiquette expert Sincerely visit with many colleagues: Work events
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How quickly could Trump build a casino here? business dealings. But, it would take six to nine months for the typical businessperson.”
By thomas moore Staff Writer
With four acres of land a short walk from Las Vegas Boulevard, President Donald Trump and his business partner Phil Ruffin have an opportunity to build a casino near one of the busiest parts of the Strip. And, according to a recent Forbes article, they are considering it. The land in question is a paved parking lot, adjacent to the east side of Trump International Hotel, owned jointly by Trump and Ruffin, on the north side of Fashion Show Drive across from the mall. The gold-colored high-rise was conceived to be a condominium tower when construction started in 2005. But it was completed in 2008, just as the recession began, and prospective condo investors withdrew. So the Trump organization shifted strategy and opened the building as a hotel, although it is still possible to purchase condo units. But how long would it take for Trump to add a casino to the building, and could it be built and open before the end of Trump’s first term? The answers depend, at least in part, on two factors: how quickly the owners and key employees (Trump, his sons and Ruffin) could be licensed for gaming in Nevada, and how soon they could get the permits and permissions needed to start construction. Gaming Licensing The fact that Trump is president wouldn’t technically prevent him from having a gaming license. Nevada gaming regulations dictate that the state’s government employees and politicians cannot be granted gaming licenses, but they don’t address federal officeholders. “It’s rare that we have someone who is an elected official asking for gaming approval,” said A.G. Burnett, chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board. “But (state regulations) might be looked to in terms of policy guidance if a federal public official applied for gaming license.” Everyone who applies for a license faces an extensive investigation and at least two hearings: one before the Control Board and one before the Nevada Gaming Commission. That investigation looks into their business dealings, their personal finances, any brushes they’ve had with the law (whether formally charged or not) and any personal issues they have, such as
The Trump International Hotel stands north of Treasure Island just off the Strip. (l.e. baskow/staff file)
substance abuse or gambling habits, that could potentially bring disrepute to Nevada’s gaming industry. Burnett said a major factor that determines the length of the investigation is the level of ownership the applicant has in the gaming company. “There are different regulatory requirements that concern the percentage of interest that they may have, and there are different levels of investigation they may have to go through based on the percentage of their holdings,” Burnett said. Owners with less than a 5 percent interest in the company face the same process — which still looks into their backgrounds — that blackjack dealers and casino hosts face. For those who own more than 5 percent, the investigation is more rigorous. Any steps Trump takes to distance himself from the management of his businesses may not matter. In response to concerns about conflicts of interest, Trump and the White House have said that Trump is conveying his business operations to a trust. In a January press conference and white paper that outlined the ethics plans (and their legal justifications), Trump said his businesses would be managed by his sons Eric and Donald Jr., and his Chief Financial Officer Allen Weisselberg. But creating trusts does not always inoculate people from Nevada’s gaming licensing process, Burnett said. “It can become complex when it comes to trusts,” Burnett said. “It depends on how the trust holds the gaming license. But there’s probably no
difference if the person is the trustee. A general rule is that we look to who holds control over the company, regardless of how they hold it.” Another factor that could affect the process is if the applicant is currently licensed or has been licensed before. In this case, both Trump and Ruffin are covered. Ruffin is licensed as the owner of Treasure Island. And several years ago, Trump was licensed as a significant shareholder of stock in the Riviera, Burnett said. The casino no longer exists, and Trump’s license has lapsed. Even so, it would still be an advantage, Burnett said. “In general, you have to look at the type of approval that was received in the past,” Burnett said. “If it was an outright gaming license and the applicant went through that level of scrutiny, it would speed things up. If someone already applied for a license, then the current one would in essence be an update from that time to present.” Overall, Burnett said, the Control Board has become so efficient that the process doesn’t typically drag on. “It’s entirely dependent on who it is, how quickly they file applications and how responsive they are to us, so it’s impossible to give any specific timing,” he said. “But I can’t see any individual taking longer than a year to be investigated. “And the only thing that would take it into a year time frame would be if the company has like 10 to 12 individuals who have lived around the world and who have extensive international
Construction Permitting But a gaming license is only one factor that determines how fast a major casino can be built and opened. There also are financing and marketing considerations. Ruffin and Trump could probably fund the casino on their own — Ruffin did buy Treasure Island with his own cash — but they could decide to reach out to investors. They also would need to develop a marketing plan and a design concept. Of course, there’s no way to know how long those internal business machinations could take. What you can know is how long it would take for Clark County to issue the necessary permits and approvals needed to start construction on a large building like a casino near the Strip. The endgame of the permitting process is having the Clark County Commission approve a special-use permit and a development agreement. But initially, according to Dan Kulin, a spokesman for Clark County, developers must submit a traffic study and a RISE/PFNA report, which addresses the impacts the project would have on regional infrastructure issues and water, sewer, fire and police services. As part of the report, the developer must conduct a study of flood and drainage conditions. Kulin said work can begin once that report is accepted. “If you’re doing the drainage study during this RISE/PFNA process, it would be possible to get, say, a grading permit and start,” Kulin said. It is technically possible, Kulin said, that the developer could submit all forms and applications and go before the County Commission in a little less than half a year. It’s possible but unlikely, Kulin said, because the developers have to do their own internal scheduling, hire the firms to conduct the specialized engineering studies and respond to any requests or questions the county has about the project. “That (time frame) is sort of a perfect-world scenario,” Kulin said He also said it doesn’t take into account any other issues the parcel of land could have that might delay the process, such as Federal Aviation Administration height restrictions, utility easements or underground stormwater facilities.
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Execs discuss Southern Nevada as distribution hub By mick akers Staff Writer
Its proximity to Southern California ports and interstates, as well as the low costs of labor and transportation, have made the Las Vegas Valley an increasingly popular location for distribution centers, including an Amazon fulfillment center under construction in North Las Vegas. Henderson has proven particularly inviting to medium-to-large-sized companies, several executives said recently at a panel hosted by the Henderson Chamber of Commerce at Dragon Ridge Country Club. Speaking about their company’s reasoning were Ken Barnes, FedEx senior manager; Michael Manzione, Rakuten Super Logistics president/CEO; Mark Vrabel, Core-Mark division vice president; and Rob Tillman, Levi Strauss & Co. distribution director, U.S. West and Latin America. The Henderson facility is one of three Levi distribution centers in the country. It services regional and national stores and outlets, Tillman said, and is the only hub in the U.S. that ships Levi’s 501 style jeans. Levi Strauss built the center in the 1970s because of the state’s lower taxes, but other reasons have kept the company here several decades later. “We’re well-positioned here because California continues to make itself nonbusiness-friendly,” Tillman said. “From a transportation standpoint, we’re close to the Inland Empire (California) and the ports in Long Beach and Los Angeles. Four hours of transportation is not much.” Wholesale and retail clients are served out of the Henderson plant, which houses 400 of the company’s 1,100 distribution employees in the U.S. Those employees benefit from the area’s amenities and lower cost of living, Tillman said. Vrabel said the valley is like no other when it comes to Core-Mark’s business, which employs 300 locally to distribute conveniencestore products. “This is the only area that we service where there’s such a concentration of convenience stores within a 40-mile radius,” Vrabel said. “I’m not sure if it’s the tourist industry or the transient nature (of Southern Nevada), but we service over 1,100 stores in that area.”
“We’re well-positioned here because California continues to make itself nonbusiness-friendly.”
FAA might be a hurdle for proposed Raiders stadium By mick akers Staff Writer
— Rob Tillman, distribution director at Levi Strauss & Co.
Arizona pales in comparison, with only about 600 convenience stores spread between Tucson and Flagstaff, with far less volume, Vrabel said. The ability of FedEx drivers to get to surrounding cities quickly is one of the main advantages of working in Henderson, Barnes said. “We’re able to ... hit all the places in Southern California as if we were there,” Barnes said. “We can hit Phoenix the next day, we can hit California the next day … Salt Lake City in two days from right here.” The drive to Phoenix is set to improve even more once Interstate 11 is completed. However, Levi’s Tillman noted some negative factors. “The type of worker we’re trying to attract is not really in Henderson,” he said. “We also have some troubles with companies that will drop freight off but they’re not leaving. We have a hard time getting some things out of the area sometimes. It’s not like Los Angeles, where there’s a thousand different providers.” Manizone, CEO of Rakuten Super Logistics, an e-commerce company, agreed with Tillman, stating he’s had similar staffing issues. “People are probably our biggest problem,” Manzione said. “Whether it’s engineers, sales, or warehouse workers, it’s been a difficult task.” He also said internet speeds in the area have had a negative effect on his company, which relies on online interactions. “The biggest obstacle to us is great access to internet,” he said. “Fiber or higher bandwidth has been a major problem in the Henderson area. It’s something that needs to be improved upon, tremendously for us, because for us it’s all about communication.”
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If the proposed $1.9 billion domed football stadium in Las Vegas is going to be more than 200 feet above ground level, officials need approval from the Federal Aviation Administration to build it. And the FAA needs at least 45 days notice before the start of construction, which they have yet to receive from the Raiders organization, says Ian Gregor, FAA public affairs manager, Pacific Division. The Raiders, who recently gained approval from the NFL to relocate from Oakland to Las Vegas, are responsible for all matters related to stadium site preparation and any regulatory clearances, according to Brian Haynes, a representative of the Las Vegas Stadium Authority. This includes gaining airport clearance for the preferred Russell Road site, just west of Interstate 15. Under federal law, developers must give the FAA the opportunity to review construction plans near airports to see if there’s potential to pose a hazard to an aircraft or interfere with navigation aids. No official measurements have been released for the project, but seven of the eight NFL domed stadiums are taller than 200 feet. But even if the stadium were 199 feet, 11 inches high, it would still need FAA approval because of its proximity to McCarran International Airport’s runways. With the proposed December groundbreaking still months away, the organization has ample time to file the required paperwork. “There is no specific timetable for us to review a project,” Gregor said. “The time it takes to review a project depends on whether we identify any issues with it and, if so, the number and severity of issues.” But the Clark County Commission has the final say on approving the airport clearance, as the FAA submits its findings and recommendation to the commission. The county commission will base its assessment on county codes and other regulations the FAA might not include in its report.
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Survey finds work-related pressure increasing said they are stressed at work on a day-to-day basis, and 60 percent said work-related pressure had increased in the past five years, according to a new survey by Menlo Park, Calif.– based staffing firm Accountemps. Their concerns are hardly lost on executives: 54 percent of CFOs acknowledged their teams are stressed, and 55 percent said worker anxiety was on the rise. Employees polled cited heavy workloads and looming deadlines (33 percent), attaining work-life balance (22 percent), and unrealistic expectations of managers (22 percent) as top worries. “Business is moving faster than ever, and employees can feel the crunch when it comes to imminent deadlines,” said Bill Driscoll, a district president for Accountemps. “Workers shouldn’t suffer in silence. They can tap internal resources for help or seek advice from their managers to ensure they meet work expectations, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.” Stressors are found nearly everywhere. Darin Marques, sales manager for developer Ascaya Inc. in Henderson, said that for him, a primary stressor is “the deluge of communication. With technology today, people can call your office, text you, email, even Facebook message you. Learning to manage all the communication you receive is key.” Leo Bletnitsky, founder and president of LBA Networking, said the most stress-inducing parts of being in the workplace, either as an owner/manager or an employee, can be viewed in two parts. One, the “tiny minority of clients that should be fired for not respecting and valuing the services we provide.” And two, “When a good staff member starts dropping the ball, causing others to have to pick up the slack.” Jennifer Braster, managing partner of the law firm Naylor & Braster, thinks the biggest stressors are tied to unknowns. “For example, you know you have XYZ deadlines coming up, but then something comes up and throws a wrench into things. It could be that your child is sick, or you have a one-hour meeting run five hours.” A stressed employee can have detrimental effects on the department or company, Driscoll said, including decreased morale and productivity and
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increased burnout and turnover. Managers should look for signs their staff is overworked — like missed deadlines or excessive overtime — and talk to employees to pinpoint triggers and implement stress-relieving solutions. The Accountemps survey also found that younger workers are feeling much of the pressure: 64 percent of professionals between the ages of 18 and 34 admitted to being stressed on the job, compared with 59 percent of workers age 35-54, and 35 percent of respondents 55 and older. In addition, more men (57 percent) than women (47 percent) said they were stressed at work on a daily basis. Beating Stress Respondents told Accountemps about several ways they combat stress at work — including daily exercise such as yoga, walking and running, or enjoying time with friends or a significant other after work. Engaging in a hobby, listening to music and taking vacation time were other stressrelieving tactics employed. Other recommendations to come out of the research included: n Protecting your time. Staying organized is crucial to finishing tasks. Rather than trying to juggle two things at once, schedule periods throughout the day to focus on key assignments. n Helping to prioritize. Meet with team members individually to help prioritize workloads and set realistic expectations about project deadlines and desired outcomes. If there is too much work to go around, bring in temporary professionals to lighten the workload for full-time employees.
n Speaking up. If your to-do list seems never-ending, you may have too much on your plate. Talk to your manager about your workload and ask for help. n Offering resources. Encourage your team to take advantage of stressmanagement webinars, wellness tips or programs, and yoga or meditation classes available to them. Set a good example by utilizing these offerings as well as employee break rooms or lounges. n Taking a break. Feeling overwhelmed during the day? Step away from your desk, go for a walk or grab a snack. If you can’t get outside, look away from the computer and focus on a nonwork-related activity for a few minutes. n Making it fun. The job may be serious, but laughter and camaraderie can lead to greater work satisfaction and happiness. Look for ways to lighten the mood through social activities, staff celebrations or office decorations. “Everyone handles stress differently, and it is hard to say what the right or wrong way is,” said Tya MathisColeman of the Clark County School District. “It depends on the situation. Communication can most definitely help reduce stress, and it is important to make sure that you are great when it comes to time management. Being a planner helps eliminate job-related stress for me. I plan ahead, and try to be ahead in all situations.” Alleviating stress, Ascaya’s Marques maintained, is crucial. “The more stressed you are, the less likely you are to think clearly. It opens you up to knee-jerk reactions and potential bad decisions. Time blocking really helps with this. It’s proven that stress can turn into depression, and people don’t perform well in either condition. Stress and depression affect every part of your work, particularly communication with clients — and clients can feel when you are stressed. It makes them feel stressed, too, which makes their experience
with the company unpleasant.” Like ripples on a pond, the effects of stress radiate outward, he added. “There also are tangible results, like less attention to detail. This can affect the customer’s purchase. Real estate is a stressful business because there are so many pieces to a home purchase, and deadlines for all of them. It is critical that the real estate executive remains calm to ensure that the process goes smoothly.” It can go even further. Colleagues’ stress can have a trickle-down effect, Marques said. “It starts at the top and moves down from there,” he said. “People don’t look forward to going to work. It’s difficult not to take work stress home. If you are stressed at work, you take it home and it continues to escalate.” The most important lesson Marques has learned about managing stress, he said, was time blocking. “I block out certain times of my day to check email, return and make calls, participate in meetings and handle recurring items,” he said. “I have open blocks of time to address new items and projects. I also get up early and exercise before work. Then, when I get to the office, I’m awake and ready for the day.” Marques has found value in scheduling one-on-one time with colleagues “to let them know their concerns have value and are important enough for you to listen to them.” Another strategy is to “help train your team to focus on solutions during a stressful situation, instead of focusing on the problem. Then, when they have a concern and you are not immediately available, they can focus on finding solutions to bring to you, instead of just the problem itself.” Bletnitsky said communication “absolutely” plays a role in alleviating workplace anxiety. His advice? “Try to communicate perceived issues to problem clients. Sometimes that can save the relationship. Keep communication going. People are willing to work harder than normal, but need to know the rainbow is coming. Let staff know that while stuff happens, as long as they communicate their personal issues, we’ll have their back.” For some, however, the simplest solutions are the best. The preferred way to deal with stress, Braster concluded, is to “take a minute, breathe, and prioritize.”
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eing a lawyer, I consistently dwell in the realm of worst-case scenarios. So, the phrase that best describes my outlook for the next year is cautious optimism. The reasons for being optimistic arise from the progress the Las Vegas Valley has made in traditional industries, such as construction and entertainment. New home, residential remodeling and manufacturing construction are on the rise — and if light rail and other infrastructure development comes into play, construction will grow even further. Construction provides Guest column: good wages for a large judah zakalik amount of people, thereby allowing them disposable income that should further stimulate the economy. When people have more disposable income, they spend it in areas like entertainment. In entertainment, Las Vegas has welcomed more casinos, nightclubs and celebrity residencies. Beyond these known trades, we also have the addition of
Given our recent history of being one of the hardest-hit cities in the nation, any downturn in the housing market can cause people to panic, which may lead to them selling their homes and thereby further increasing supply. professional sports franchises (the Golden Knights and Raiders), technology startups (such as Faraday Future) and recreational cannabis (which is likely to bring in millions of dollars in tax revenues). These are all reasons for valley residents to be optimistic about the near future. Of course, this coin has another side — caution. What leads me to be most cautious is the less-thanideal rise in income figures. In the past three years, Las Vegans’ median household income has increased just 0.79 percent, far less than the national increase of 5.17 percent, and even Nevada’s statewide increase of 2.07 percent. In fact, the median income in Clark County remains about 10 percent lower than it was in 2006, before the bubble burst. This lethargic growth in the median household income, which has been outpaced by the rising costs of living, inflation and home values, may lead to another oversupply of housing. As we saw in 200708, stagnant wages and rampant construction in
the residential market can cause supply to outpace demand. If this happens again, we may see another drop in home sales and values. Given our recent history of being one of the hardest-hit cities in the nation, any downturn in the housing market can cause people to panic, which may lead to them selling their homes and thereby further increasing supply. Additionally, any decrease in residential building can have a severe impact on our construction industry, depressing incomes further and negatively affecting people’s disposable income and spending. Finally, many people in Las Vegas leveraged credit-card debt to make it through the downturn. Some of them counted on their incomes returning to pre-bubble levels, but that hasn’t happened. Now, with their credit limits maxed out, these people are being forced to consider bankruptcy or other debtrelief options. There are many ways the valley’s economy is growing and diversifying, but we cannot forget the painful lessons of borrowing and spending that punished us when the bubble popped. If we do forget the recent past, we’re bound to relive the same nightmare. Judah Zakalik is a founding partner at Peters and Associates.
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Calendar of events SUNDAY, APRIL 9 Ninth Annual Alliance of Hispanic Serving Institution Educators Best Practices Conference: Building and Sustaining Powerful Partnerships for Student Success at HSIs Time: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. (also 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. April 10-11 and 7 a.m.-noon April 12) Cost: $200-$475 Location: Student Union, UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas Information: Email info@ahsie.org Practitioners from current and emerging Hispanic-serving institutions attend sessions and networking where they can share ideas, build partnerships and influence policies designed to increase student success. MicroConf: Growth Edition 2017 Time: 6:30 p.m.-midnight (also 9 a.m.-midnight April 10 and 9 a.m.-11:30 p.m. April 11) Cost: $59-$999 Location: Tropicana, 3801 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Email support@microconf.com This conference is focused on self-funded startups and single-founder software companies generating at least enough income to support their founders full-time. Effortless Vegas Experience Time: 1-5 p.m. Cost: $250 Location: Topgolf, 4627 Koval Lane, Las Vegas Information: Visit effortlessoffice.com Learn how to provide cloud services and security to clients. Afterward, enjoy cocktails and interactive golf games.
MONDAY, APRIL 10 26th annual Swing for Success golf tournament Time: 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost: $250 for individual players; $950 for teams of four Location: Reflection Bay Golf Club, 75 Monte Lago Blvd., Henderson Information: Call 702-209-3967 or email
bbokelmann@hendersonchamber.com Support the development of Nevada State College and the work of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce while golfing with fellow business and community leaders. Women in the Channel networking mixer Time: 12:30-7 p.m. Cost: Free to paid members in good standing Location: Mandalay Bay North Convention Center, Tradewinds rooms D, E, and F, 3940 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Visit womeninthechannel.org Join other successful women in the telecommunications and data industry to discuss topics that affect professional women. Channel Partners Conference & Expo Time: 12:30-7 p.m. (also 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. April 11, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. April 12 and 10 a.m. April 13) Cost: $279-$799 Location: Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas Information: Visit tmt.knect365.com/channelpartners-expo Thousands of agents, companies, integrators and service providers converge to share ideas and drive discussion on the topics shaping the technology services industry.
TUESDAY, APRIL 11 “Rose de Lima Hospital: 70 Years of Keeping Henderson Healthy” Time: 7-9 a.m. Cost: $30 for Henderson Chamber members; $50 for nonmembers; $10 additional for walk-ins Location: Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road, Henderson Information: Call 702-565-8951 or visit hendersonchamber.com Teressa Conley, president and CEO of Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican’s Rose de Lima campus, joins the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s networking breakfast to discuss hospital operations and construction.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12 Water Street District Business Association business networking mixer Time: 6-8 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Pedego Henderson Electric Bikes, 1174 Center Point Drive, Henderson Information: Call or 702-267-1515 or visit wsdba.org Meet, chat, connect, take free electric bike rides, participate in a raffle, enjoy drinks and hor d’oeuvres. Bring lots of business cards. Coffee & Commerce Time: 9-10 a.m. Cost: Free Location: Urban Chamber of Commerce, 1951 Stella Lake Street, Suite 30, Las Vegas Information: Visit urbanchamber.org Darrell Evans of Yokel Local talks about how to expose your business to thousands of people for less than $150 using Facebook, and John Pinnington of AA Printing Service talks about how to get the business to come to you without selling.
THURSDAY, APRIL 13 Coffee & Conversations: Writing Copy that Connects with Stefanie Frank Time: 8:30-10 a.m. Cost: $20 Location: DDW Dance Collective Studio, 4970 S. Arville St., Suite 110, Las Vegas Information: Call 888-427-2218 or visit nawbosnv.org/events TEDx speaker Stefanie Frank will educate female business owners about how to create persuasive copy that connects and generates sales.
FRIDAY, APRIL 14 Regional Law Enforcement Job Fair Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Oscar B. Goodman Plaza, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas Information: Call 702-229-5049 Ask questions to recruiters and gather information about the application process.
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Records and Transactions BANKRUPTCIES Chapter 11 Jankosa Inc. 1600 N. Jones Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89108 Attorney: Roger Croteau at croteaulaw@croteaulaw.com Black Mountain Golf & County Club 500 Greenway Road Henderson, NV 89015 Attorney: Candace Carlyon at ccarlyon@mpplaw.com
Bid Opportunities April 13 2:15 p.m. Molasky Family Park ballfield Clark County, 604394 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov
April 14 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for janitorial services at the Clark County Detention Center and North Valley Correctional Complex Clark County, 604409 Deon Ford at deonf@clarkcountynv.gov
April 20 2:15 p.m. Alexander Villas Park improvements Clark County, 604344 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov 2:15 p.m. Sandy Valley Peace Park improvements: new groundwater supply well Clark County, 604420 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov
April 21 3 p.m. Printing and mailing of notice of values form Clark County, 604336 Chetan Champaneri at chetanc@ clarkcountynv.gov
April 25 2:15 p.m. Molasky Family Park & Lewis Family Park: trail resurfacing Clark County, 604424 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ clarkcountynv.gov
April 28 Midnight Annual requirements contract for janitorial services at social services - pinto Clark County, 604411 Deon Ford at deonf@clarkcountynv.gov
3 p.m. Annual requirements contract flood control channel maintenance Clark County, 604415 Tom Boldt at tboldt@clarkcountynv.gov
Brokered transactions Sales $33,500,000 for 320 apartment, multifamily 501 E. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson 89015 Landlord: Victory Village 2004, Landlord agent: Tom Naseef, Garry Cuff and Jeff Naseef of Colliers International Buyer: Gleiberman Investment Buyer agent: Did not disclose $12,000,000 for 130,798 square feet, office 5330, 5370 and 5420 S. Durango Drive, Las Vegas 89113 Landlord: Robb Evans and Associates Landlord agent: Mike Young of IRELV and Christina Roush of HB Properties Buyer: Lip Durango 3 Buyer agent: Did not disclose $10,250,000 for 42,024 square feet, retail 6525, 6545 and 6565 S. Fort Apache Road, Las Vegas 89148 Landlord: Monterey Vista Village Center Landlord agent: Jackie Young and Liz Clare of Avison Young Buyer: Family First Real Estate Buyer agent: Jackie Young and Liz Clare of Avison Young $8,500,000 for 41,556 square feet, retail 3525-3575 S. Fort Apache Road, Las Vegas 89147 Landlord: Apache Center Landlord agent: Jackie Young and Liz Clare of Avison Young Buyer: Monterey Vista Village Center Buyer agent: N/A $6,800,000 for 19,530 square feet, medical office 2611 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway and 3025 S. Rainbow Blvd., Henderson and Las Vegas 89052 and 89146 Landlord: Sundant Limited Partnership Landlord agent: Mike Young of IREPLV Buyer: West Valley Medical Buyer agent: Did not disclose $5,850,000 for 61,881 square feet, retail 4343 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas 89130 Landlord: 4343 N. Rancho Drive LLC Landlord agent: Jackie Young and
Liz Clare of Avison Young Buyer: Royal Investors Group Buyer agent: N/A $5,500,000 for 18,147 square feet, medical office 1330 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas 89102 Landlord: Healthcare Realty Trust Landlord agent: Andrew Kilduff and Stacy Scheer of Colliers International Buyer: Chrystie Street Corp. Buyer agent: Tom Nasee and Jeff Naseef of Colliers International $3,990,000 for 269,636 square feet, retail 330 E. Silverado Ranch Blvd., Las Vegas 89183 Landlord: BCP-Silverado & Bermuda Landlord agent: Did not disclose Buyer: Thomas Obata Buyer agent: Dan Gluhaich of Colliers International $2,800,000 for 9,583 square feet, medical office 6210 N. Durango Drive, Las Vegas 89149 Landlord: Centennial Primary Care Owners Landlord agent: Mike Young of IREPLV Buyer: Bruning Enterprises Buyer agent: Did not disclose $900,000 for 8,175 square feet, retail 6565 E. Lake Mead Blvd., North Las Vegas 89156 Landlord: Henri Moradi Landlord agent: Did not disclose Buyer: E.J. Polati Trust Buyer agent: Brian Fike of Colliers International $600,000 for 0.94 acres, land Osa Blanca Road and North Tee Pee Lane, Las Vegas 89166 Landlord: Gragson Buffalo Five Landlord agent: Robert Torres and Scott Gragson of Colliers International Buyer: Cox Communications Las Vegas Buyer agent: Did not disclose
BUSINESS LICENSES S3 Engineers License type: Professional services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Richard Warren Safari Custom Upholstery License type: General retail sales Address: 660 Middlegate Road, Henderson Owner: Ronald Gonzales Salamander Armoury License type: Gross revenue Address: 304 N. Kiel St., Henderson Owner: James Paul Hrisoulas
Sandra Lutrario License type: Bookkeeping Address: 2982 Gettysburg Ave., Henderson Owner: Sandra Lutrario Sandra Nitta License type: Personal services Address: 59 Desert Sunflower Circle, Henderson Owner: Sandra Nitta Sandra Pratt License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 701 N. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson Owner: Sandra Pratt Sandrasoclean License type: Property maintenance Address: 520 Summit Drive, Henderson Owner: Sandra Lister Sandy French Hospitality License type: Short-term residential rental property management Address: 2220 Diamond Bar Drive, Las Vegas Owner: Sandy French Hospitality Sansational Sweets License type: General retail sales Address: 4375 E. Sunset Road, Henderson Owner: Sandra Granger Jenkins Sarahi’s Discount License type: General retail sales Address: 1610 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, Las Vegas Owner: Maria Quintero Sauce Shop License type: General retail sales Address: 1717 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite B21, Las Vegas Owner: Reshard Edwards Savage Designs License type: Gross revenue Address: 2276 Laramine River Drive, Henderson Owner: Nigel Jeremiah Jones Sayuri Sugitani License type: Real estate sales Address: 7674 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 109, Las Vegas Owner: Sayuri Sugitani SBS (Sarah Balabagan Sereno) Kakanin License type: Restaurant Address: 8609 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Sarah Balabagan Sereno Sears Optical Shop # 1142 License type: General retail sales Address: 1245 W. Warm Springs Road, Henderson Owner: Cole Vision Corporation Send Me an Angel Housekeeping Service License type: Property maintenance
Address: 1175 King Arthur Court, Henderson Owner: Colleen Milliken Seven Hills Endodontics and Microsurgery License type: Dental office Address: 9550 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Adam Gatan P.C. Shakespeare’s Grille & Pub License type: Gaming restricted Address: 790 Coronado Center Drive, Henderson Owner: H & A Enterprises Shaoling Luo License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 1006 W. Sunset Road, Henderson Owner: Shaoling Luo Sharon Brodeur License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 2450 Hampton Road, Henderson Owner: Sharon Brodeur Shelly’s Pool Service License type: Property maintenance Address: 1917 Bearden Ave., Henderson Owner: Shelly Marie Corcoran Shirley’s Hair Salon License type: Personal services Address: 170 S. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson Owner: Shirley Donahue Silhouette Bridal License type: Clothing sales Address: 375 N. Stephanie St., Henderson Owner: LVBridal Silver Bull Printing & Graphics License type: General retail sales Address: 431 Max Court, Henderson Owner: Debra Durham Silver Kwon Hess License type: Real estate sales Address: 7674 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 109, Las Vegas Owner: Silver Hess Sin City Cycle Parts License type: General retail sales Address: 2831 St. Rose Parkway, Henderson Owner: Alpha Powersports Sin Saveur License type: Restaurant Address: 8490 W. Desert Inn Road, Las Vegas Owner: Art of Cooking Sistas Boutique License type: General retail sales Address: 40 N. Fogg St., Las Vegas Owner: Sirenthea Jenkins Skye Canyon Home Inspection Services
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Records and Transactions License type: Professional services Address: Did not disclose Owner: Best International Business Group SMAE Games License type: Secondhand dealer Address: 402 Ilmenite Way, Henderson Owner: Aaron Monica SmartStyle # 3328 License type: Barbershop and cosmetology establishment Address: 540 Marks St., Henderson Owner: Minnesota Regis Corp. Smokes & Vapors 6 License type: Product sales including tobacco Address: 10960 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: Rocket Singhs Sonovision License type: Gross revenue Address: 508 Feliz Contado Court, Henderson Owner: George Drenes Sonrisa Grill License types: Restaurant/restaurant with bar Address: 30 Via Brianza, Henderson Owner: 3 Amigos LLV Southern Hills Pest Control License type: Property maintenance Address: 3651 Lindell Road, Las Vegas Owner: Ladona Henrie and James Bruce Henrie Southwest Treasures License type: Gross revenue Address: 47 Pheasant Ridge Drive, Henderson Owner: Homerun Enterprises Spicy Camel Trading Co. License type: Food sales Address: 2205 Spartan View Court, Las Vegas Owner: Acerola To Za’atar Spurlocks Gun Store License types: Gross revenue and secondhand dealer Address: 22 W. Pacific Ave., Henderson Owner: Four Thirteen Sqonder License type: General retail sales Address: 1130 S. Casino Center Blvd., Suite 140, Las Vegas Owner: Tremayne Duhayney and Wendy Quintanilla Star Bright Cleaners License type: Gross revenue Address: 9400 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: Bachhong Khong Stiltwerks License type: General retail sales Address: 4613 Charger Ave., North
Las Vegas Owner: Stiltwerks Stitching Angels License type: Gross revenue Address: 2468 Rue Bienville Way, Henderson Owner: Linda Lockhart Stock Studio License type: Gross revenue Address: 2148 Paganini Ave., Henderson Owner: Lisa Huizinga Storytime Magic License type: Gross revenue Address: 1131 Galangate Ave., Henderson Owner: William Greenberg Structural Services License type: Express or delivery service Address: Did not disclose Owner: Corina Masannat Studio M Las Vegas License type: Gross revenue Address: 917 Contadero Place, Las Vegas Owner: Diane Giusti Style 5 License type: Personal services Address: 1600 W. Warm Springs Road, Henderson Owner: F. Russo Summit Receivables License type: Collection agency Address: 1291 W. Galleria Drive, Henderson Owner: GMA Investments Sunridge Animal Hospital License type: Veterinary office Address: 10850 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: Maggiemay Sunrise Gift & Novelty License type: General retail sales Address: 2245 N. Decatur Blvd., Suite F, Las Vegas Owner: I&M Enterprises Sunset Pizzeria Downtown License types: Restaurant and urban lounge Address: 203 S. Water St., Henderson Owner: 12 1/2 Step Sunset Station Hotel & Casino License type: Gaming nonrestricted Address: 1301 W. Sunset Road, Henderson Owner: NP Sunset Superior Handyman Services License type: Property maintenance Address: 400 Mackay St., Henderson Owner: Omar Diaz Taco y Taco Mexican Eatery & Bar License type: Restaurant with bar
Address: 9470 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: La Cocina Tandusco License type: Gross revenue Address: 1810 Pinto Road, Henderson Owner: Adrian Clark Tavern at the Falls License type: Catering Address: 10360 Sun City Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Sun City Summerlin Community Association Tech Two Service License type: Automotive services Address: 320 E. Basic Road, Henderson Owner: John Oertel Tee Shots License types: Gaming restricted, tavern — liquor, and restaurant Address: 2200 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Henderson Owner: Green Horizons Group Temo’s Maintenance Services License type: Property maintenance Address: 624 Badlands Ave., Henderson Owner: Cuauhtemoc Arias Teriyaki Madness License type: Restaurant Address: 43 S. Stephanie St., Henderson Owner: G&S Madness Terrible’s #212 License type: Beer, wine, spiritbased product off-sale Address: 201 N. Pecos Road, Henderson Owner: Henderson Car Wash Investments TGI Friday’s License type: Restaurant with bar Address: 4330 E. Sunset Road, Henderson Owner: Briad Restaurant Group The Artful Soul License type: Gross revenue Address: 2020 Evansdale St., Henderson Owner: Marcea Reid The Bar @ Trails Village License type: Gaming restricted Address: 1916 Village Center Circle, Suites 6-8, Las Vegas Owner: S2W LLC The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf License type: Restaurant Address: 10604 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: LVCI Horizon The Coop License type: Business space rent or lease Address: 1925 Village Center
Circle, Suite 150, Las Vegas Owner: Coop LV LLC The Dojang License type: Personal services Address: 10525 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: Daewoojeon Limited Liability Company The Goldmine Tavern License type: Gaming restricted Address: 23 S. Water St., Henderson Owner: B & T Gaming The Granite Corp. License type: Contractor Address: 3323 Western Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Did not disclose
Tippy Toes Nails & Spa License type: Barbershop and cosmetology establishment Address: 1331 W. Warm Springs Road, Henderson Owner: Quoc Duong Titan International License type: Gross revenue Address: 701 N. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson Owner: Annette Conners Tony Jelev License type: Independent massage therapist Address: 2490 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson Owner: Tony Jelev
The Janas Treasures License type: General retail sales Address: Did not disclose Owner: Elsa Kastner
Toothfairy Children’s Dental License type: Dental office Address: 10925 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: Minh-Nguyet Luong, DDS
The M Race and Sports Book License type: Gaming nonrestricted Address: 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Henderson Owner: CG Technology
Total Care Maintenance License type: Repair and maintenance Address: 6672 Running Colors Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Joseph Reza
The Players Club License type: Gaming restricted Address: 75 S. Stephanie St., Henderson Owner: Radman Hosipitality
Tricrown Real Estate License type: Real estate sales Address: 1489 W. Warm Springs Road, Henderson Owner: James F. Dunn Jr.
The Source License type: Medical marijuana dispensary Address: 9480 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: Henderson Organic Remedies
Triton Industries License type: Contractor Address: 570 W. Cheyenne Ave., Suite 160, North Las Vegas Owner: B & C Groups
The UPS Store # 1519 License type: Mail/postal services Address: 631 N. Stephanie St., Henderson Owner: C and F Enterprises The UPS Store # 2939 License type: Mail/postal services Address: 1000 N. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson Owner: C and F Enterprises The Valley Health Homecare License type: Home health services Address: 5010 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite A, Las Vegas Owner: Oasis Home Health Thrift-D-Lux Cleaner License type: Dry cleaner Address: 2505 Anthem Village Drive, Henderson Owner: Advent Cleaners Tina Helleberg License type: Door-to-door solicitor and peddler Address: 1600 Coyote Run Drive, Henderson Owner: Tina Helleberg
Truh’St License type: Gross revenue Address: 2198 Kernwood St., Henderson Owner: Gregg Cecil Carnes Tucky’s BBQ License type: Restaurant Address: 308 N. Boulder Highway, Henderson Owner: Faye’s Pub Tuscany Grill License type: Restaurant Address: 11105 S. Eastern Ave., Henderson Owner: La Primavera Ultimate Exterminators License type: Trucking Address: 6202 Glacier Ave., Las Vegas Owner: Robert Stephen Heggen Ulubulu License type: Gross revenue Address: 161 N. Gibson Road, Henderson Owner: Mr. Solutions US Gas 4 License type: Gaming restricted Address: 70 E. Centennial Park-
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Records and Transactions way, North Las Vegas Owner: Nevada Gaming Partners Utopia Management License type: Real estate sales Address: 2300 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 800, Las Vegas Owner: Utopia Management Valle Verde Animal Hospital License type: Veterinary office Address: 693 N. Valle Verde Drive, Henderson Owner: Healing Truth Valle Verde Hand Car Wash License type: Gross revenue Address: 320 E. Basic Road, Henderson Owner: Eighteen Management Services Valley Wide Leak Detection License type: Gross revenue Address: 2433 Cliffwood Drive, Henderson Owner: Inocencio Amaral Valleywide Janitorial License type: Property maintenance Address: 10438 September Flower St., Las Vegas Owner: Alan Bellaro Vannigel Bags and More License type: Gross revenue Address: 2749 Blairgowrie Drive, Henderson Owner: Evangeline Dayco VCM Law License type: Professional services Address: 1212 S. Casino Center Blvd., Las Vegas Owner: Victoria Mullins Vegas Valley Aikido License type: Gross revenue Address: 595 S. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson Owner: Mindy Imbuido Vegas Valley Pest Control License type: Property maintenance Address: 105 Westin Lane, Henderson Owner: Larry Odell Ventano License type: Gaming restricted Address: 191 S. Arroyo Grande Blvd., Henderson Owner: Melino Ltd. Vet-Sec Protection Agency License type: Detective/security agency Address: 4045 Spencer St., Suite 306, Las Vegas Owner: Aarrowhead Security Village Pub and Casino Green Valley License types: Full liquor off-sale and gaming restricted Address: 4563 E. Sunset Road, Henderson Owner: Loritin
Vintages Emporium License type: Secondhand dealer Address: 1775 Quiver Point Ave., Henderson Owner: Kim McPhee VIP Pest Control License type: Property maintenance Address: 4706 Valley Drive, Las Vegas Owner: George Dredla Vision Studio License type: Gross revenue Address: 2066 Sapphire Valley Ave., Henderson Owner: Melvin and Cami Putnam Viva Stanley Lo License type: Real estate sales Address: 1180 N. Town Center Drive, Suite 100, Las Vegas Owner: Stanley Lo Von Tobel Investments License type: Gross revenue Address: 309 W. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson Owner: Jeeg Trust Vons.com License type: General retail sales Address: 2667 Windmill Parkway, Henderson Owner: Groceryworks.com Operating Co.
BUILDING PERMITS
$300,000, commercial - alteration 5835 E. Ann Road, North Las Vegas CSI Construction
$150,000, tenant improvement 750 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas NDL Group
3792 Nerine Pass Way, North Las Vegas Greystone Nevada
$250,000, tenant improvement 1130 S. Casino Center Blvd., Las Vegas E-Tech Construction & Development
$148,699, single-family dwelling tract 12270 Terrace Verde Ave., Las Vegas KB Home Nevada
$98,834, commercial - alteration 3660 W. Craig Road, North Las Vegas High Desert Petroleum
$143,568, residential - new 4129 Free Bird Crest Ave., North Las Vegas D.R. Horton
$98,306, residential - new 3796 Nerine Pass Way, North Las Vegas Greystone Nevada
$141,276, residential - new 4066 Blue Manor Lane, North Las Vegas Greystone Nevada
$93,701, rehabilitation 6536 Arrowbear Lane, North Las Vegas Belfor Property Restoration
$141,198, single-family dwelling 10836 Dreiser Park Ave., Las Vegas Toll North LV
$90,000, tenant improvement 620 Shadow Lane, Las Vegas Ertz Brothers
$238,827, residential - new x2 908 and 913 Claystone Ridge Ave., North Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $215,184, single-family dwelling 6130 Pebble Glen Court, Las Vegas D.R. Horton $210,000, wall and/or fence 6145 W. Washburn Road, Las Vegas Hirschi Masonry $199,970, single-family dwelling 4064 Turquoise Falls St., Las Vegas Adaven Homes $198,944, residential - new x3 909, 912 and 917 Claystone Ridge Ave., North Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada $185,647, single-family dwelling 315 Rezzo St., Las Vegas Pulte Homes of Nevada $174,675, residential - new 4125 Free Bird Crest Ave., North Las Vegas D.R. Horton
$1,855,456, commercial - alteration 2650 E. Craig Road, North Las Vegas Rohm Building and Development
$168,731, residential - new 916 Claystone Ridge Ave., North Las Vegas Pardee Homes of Nevada
$1,800,000, commercial 8491 Farm Road, Las Vegas SCI Construction Management
$166,743, single-family dwelling 4065 Turquoise Falls St., Las Vegas Adaven Homes
$746,400, tenant improvement x6 1300, 1310, 1400, 1500, 1600 and 1610 Harris Ave., Las Vegas B & H Construction
$157,405, single-family dwelling 5610 Moore Cove Ave., Las Vegas Richmond American Homes of Nevada
$740,000, commercial 1504 Searles Ave., Las Vegas Beacon Southwest
$154,866, single-family dwelling tract 7343 Ellington Park St., Las Vegas Toll North LV
$573,525, commercial 415 S. 15th St., Las Vegas Tand Inc. $412,500, tenant improvement 8750 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Roche Constructors $361,656, multifamily - new 2495 Sunflower Days Ave., North Las Vegas Greystone Nevada $350,000, commercial 8491 Farm Road, Las Vegas SCI Construction Management $350,000, tenant improvement 105 S. Rainbow Blvd., Las Vegas Kittrell Jensen Contractors
$153,031, single-family dwelling tract 9996 Celestial Cliffs Ave., Las Vegas Pulte Homes of Nevada $151,541, residential - new 4070 Blue Manor Lane, North Las Vegas Greystone Nevada $151,404, residential - new 4133 Free Bird Crest Ave., North Las Vegas D.R. Horton $150,000, tenant improvement 1124 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas PKC Construction
$138,306, single-family dwelling 5580 Moore Cove Ave., Las Vegas Richmond American Homes of Nevada $137,500, commercial 8750 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas Roche Constructors $136,699, single-family dwelling 265 Besame Court, Las Vegas Toll North LV $136,699, single-family dwelling 289 Lindura Court, Las Vegas Toll North LV $130,305, residential - new 4121 Free Bird Crest Ave., North Las Vegas D.R. Horton $125,535, residential - new x2 2103 and 2114 Saybrook Ave., North Las Vegas Harmony Homes $125,428, residential - new 4213 Gallinule Drive, North Las Vegas Richmond American Homes of Nevada $125,067, tenant improvement x4 1200, 1210, 1220 and 1420 Harris Ave., Las Vegas B & H Construction $122,779, residential - new 3957 Fire Fox Drive, North Las Vegas Greystone Nevada $122,779, residential - new 4074 Blue Manor Lane, North Las Vegas Greystone Nevada $103,142, residential - new 5429 White Barn Court, North Las Vegas Harmony Homes $102,376, residential - new
$80,000, single-family dwelling 1532 Canyon Ledge Court, Las Vegas Emanuel Chris Trust $76,475, wall and/or fence 415 S. 15th St., Las Vegas Tand Inc. $72,600, commercial - alteration 2815 W. Lake Mead Blvd., North Las Vegas Great Lakes Construction $71,016, sign 8431 Farm Road, Las Vegas Yesco $69,000, commercial 1504 Searles Ave., Las Vegas Beacon Southwest $67,438, pool and/or spa 5801 Brilliant Blue Court, Las Vegas Premier Pools and Spas $67,310, pool and/or spa 12242 Pacific Cruise Ave., Las Vegas Premier Pools and Spas $65,000, pool and/or spa 309 Elder View Drive, Las Vegas California Pools of Las Vegas $63,072, commercial - alteration 4631 Rockpine Drive, North Las Vegas Techsico $61,774, pool and/or spa 4129 Villa Flora St., Las Vegas Anthony & Sylvan Pools $60,000, pool and/or spa 12125 Hermesa Colina Ave., Las Vegas Blue Haven Pools To receive a complete copy of Data Plus every week in Excel, please visit vegasinc.com/subscribe.
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Category: colleges, universities and technical schools (Ranked by enrollment) Enrollment on Jan. 1, 2017 (unless otherwise indicated)
Number of students who graduated last year
College of Southern Nevada 6375 W. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-651-5000 • csn.edu
34,409
2
UNLV 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154 702-895-3011 • unlv.edu
3
Name of top local administrator
Degrees offered
Fields of study
4,341
Certificate, associate, bachelor’s
Michael Richards, Liberal arts/liberal president studies, business administration/ general management, science technologies
29,702
5,328
Certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate
Business, liberal arts, sciences
Len Jessup, president
Nevada State College 1300 Nevada State Drive Henderson, NV 89002 702-992-2000 • nsc.edu
3,750
415
Bachelor’s
Psychology, business administration, biology
Bart Patterson, president
4
WGU Nevada 6795 S. Edmond St., Third Floor Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-521-8958 • nevada.wgu.edu
2,223
340
Certificate, bachelor’s, master’s
Business management, nursing, interdisciplinary studies (K-8)
Spencer Stewart, chancellor
5
Touro University Nevada 874 American Pacific Drive Henderson, NV 89014 702-777-8687 • tun.touro.edu
1,197
443
Bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate
Doctor of osteopathic medicine, master of physician assistant studies, doctor of physical therapy
Shelley Berkley, CEO and senior provost
6
Roseman University of Health Sciences 11 Sunset Way Henderson, NV 89014 702-990-4433 • roseman.edu
752
380
Bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate
College of Pharmacy, College of Nursing, College of Dental Medicine
Renee Coffman, president
7
Carrington College 5740 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 140 Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-514-3236 • carrington.edu
352 (as of fall 2016)
210
Certificate, associate
Medical assisting, respiratory care, medical billing and coding
Tara Miceli, regional director of operations
8
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 4475 England Ave., Suite 315 Nellis AFB, NV 89191 702-643-0762 • erau.edu
315
48
Certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s
Aeronautics, logistics, Julie Williamson, project management campus director
9
Chamberlain College of Nursing 9901 Covington Cross Drive Las Vegas, NV 89144 702-786-1660 • chamberlain.edu
258 (as of fall 2016)
N/A (New campus with no completers to report)
Bachelor’s
Nursing
Judy Hightower, campus president
DeVry University 2490 Paseo Verde Parkway, Suite 150 Henderson, NV 89074 702-933-9700 • devry.edu
255 (as of fall 2016)
99
Certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s
Technical management, business administration, computer information systems
Nils Sedwick, campus dean
Sheet Metal Workers Local 88 Training Center 2540 Marco St. Las Vegas, NV 89115 702-632-3014 • 88training.org
92
18
Certificate
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning; welding; CAD/detailing
Jeff Proffitt, training director
12
TISOH: The International School of Hospitality 3614 E. Sunset Road, Suite 110 Las Vegas, NV 89120 702-947-7200 • tisoh.edu
82
203
Certificate
Meeting and event planning, wedding planning, hotel operations
Timothy Lam, executive director
13
European Massage Therapy School 9440 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 250 Las Vegas, NV 89117 702-202-2455 • school-for-massage.com/las-vegas-campus
71
84
Certificate
Massage therapy
John Teng, director
School
1
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