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Strip casinos are viewed at sunset from the outdoor patio of the Legacy Club, a rooftop lounge, at Circa in downtown Las Vegas Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020.
Circa provides 'greatest view of Las Vegas' at rooftop Legacy Club
Dec. 22, 2020
Standing on the roof top Legacy Club at his new Circa Las Vegas, Stevens proclaimed what appeared to be obvious ...
People on the Move: Dec. 21, 2020
Dec. 21, 2020
In the Notes: Stefanie Fassbender, Branden Murphy, Daniel Lunn, Madeline Burak, JCJ Architecture and more ...
Herbally Grounded owners Emma Harris and Jon Estrada pose for a photo, Monday, Sept. 21, 2020.
Natural remedies draw additional interest during pandemic
Dec. 21, 2020
Walk into Herbally Grounded and you’ll feel a sense of serenity. Salt lamps emit a peaceful pink glow. Shelves of herbal supplements and natural remedies promise better health and well-being. A library of books holds ancient wisdom about the properties of plants. Candles, crystals, jewelry and incense complement the vibe. In the back, a treasure trove of dried herbs are sold in bulk. Most importantly, highly trained employees help demystify the experience for shoppers.
Valley Cheese & Wine Cheesemonger Diana Brier poses for a photo Friday, July 17, 2020.
Cheese expert: "When you find the thing you love, you’ll take the time to nurture it'
Dec. 21, 2020
Diana Brier, a Certified Cheese Sensory Evaluator and local business owner, talks about her journey from financial analytics to cheesemonger extraordinaire, and shares tips on creating a perfect holiday cheese platter.
Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse, shown Friday, Dec. 11, 2020, has set up a dining area inside a tent in its parking lot after indoor dining restrictions dropped from 50% to 25%.
Tent in parking lot offers steakhouse added capacity for pandemic dining
Dec. 16, 2020
The tent, which can accommodate about 50 diners with social distancing in place, was Fogo de Chao’s way to help alleviate the lower capacity limits and still adhere to coronavirus precautions. It’s only being used on specials days, like Thanksgiving or Christmas, and …
Station Casinos employees cut a ceremonial ribbon as they help open a free health clinic for employees and their families at Red Rock Resort Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020. A similar clinic opened at Sunset Station in Henderson.
Station Casinos to open two on-site medical clinics for its employees, families
Dec. 15, 2020
Situated near the pool at Red Rock and operated by Activate Healthcare, the new medical clinic will open today. Visits will be free for employees and family of all Station properties. It’s one of two 2,500-square-foot medical clinics at Station properties set to open this week …
The Promethium team, from left, Chief Operating Officer Daniel Werth, Chief Technology Officer Devon Scheg and Chief Executive Officer Xavier Morgan-Lange pose for a photo in their lab, Monday, Nov. 30, 2020.
Coronavirus sharpens Las Vegas group’s mission to get air-purifying device into market
Dec. 14, 2020
Well before COVID-19 became a household term, Xavier Morgan-Lange, Devon Scheg and Daniel Werth got started to formulate plans for an air purification device. Then the coronavirus pandemic hit, which sent the idea for an air purification product that could be added to a commercial HVAC system into overdrive.
Realtor Sam Coleman, owner of Hoops to Homes, poses for a photo, Monday, Nov. 23, 2020.
Realtor expects huge spring for Las Vegas housing market
Dec. 14, 2020
“The real estate market is being supported by the low rates for financing,” says Sam Coleman, owner of Hoops to Homes.
The Notes: Dec. 14, 2020
Dec. 14, 2020
In the Notes: Commercial Alliance Las Vegasm, HealtHIE Nevada, CBRE, Overton Power District, McCarthy Building Companies Inc., Kelly McGough, Jennifer Carleton
British singer Elton John performs during his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour at the 53rd Montreux Jazz Festival (MJF), in Montreux, Switzerland on, June 29, 2019.
Pollstar: Live events industry lost $30B due to pandemic
Dec. 11, 2020
Due to the global coronavirus pandemic, concert trade publication Pollstar puts the total lost revenue for the live events industry in 2020 at at more than $30 billion. Pollstar on ...
A Southwest Airlines passenger jet takes off from McCarran International Airport June 5, 2017.
Southwest plans to furlough 384 employees in Las Vegas
Dec. 10, 2020
Unless its economic outlook changes, Southwest Airlines is planning to furlough 384 Las Vegas-based employees early next year.
Vegas Golden Knights' Reilly Smith (19) celebrates his goal against the Dallas Stars with Jonathan Marchessault (81) during third-period NHL Western Conference final playoff game action in Edmonton, Alberta, Monday, Sept. 14, 2020.
Forbes: Golden Knights valued at $570 million, 13th in NHL
Dec. 9, 2020
If you have $570 million burning a hole in your pocket, you can afford to buy the Golden Knights. That’s the valuation assigned to the team by Forbes magazine, which ...
During the pandemic, the Planet 13 dispensary on West Desert Inn Road has shifted its primary focus from tourists to Las Vegas locals.
Las Vegas marijuana dispensaries adjust during pandemic, coming back strong
Dec. 9, 2020
Before the coronavirus pandemic, the two Curaleaf-owned dispensaries in Las Vegas didn’t focus much on delivery. Delivery options for customers were sporadic at best. Since COVID-19, however, that’s all changed. Today, Curaleaf is making about 1,000 deliveries ...
Richard "Boz" Bosworth, president and CEO of JC Hospitality and Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, speaks with reporters during a news conference at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas porte cochere Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020. Bosworth announced a Jan. 15, 2021 opening for the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas (formerly the Hard Rock Hotel).
Pandemic delays opening of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas beyond Jan. 15
Dec. 7, 2020
The opening of the new Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has been pushed back again, with owner JC Hospitality citing the “continuously evolving COVID-19 situation.” The off-Strip resort ...
Nick McCombs, President of Branded One Cross Fit, poses for a photo with his dogs Skyla, left, and Bowie in his gym, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020.
CrossFit gym owner: 'It’s the supportive, like-minded community that creates the magic'
Dec. 7, 2020
Nick McCombs never has to look far for motivation: He just looks around his gym. Branded One CrossFit, a nonprofit that provides free memberships to disabled servicemen and women, aims to empower veterans through physical exercise and a supportive community.