Las Vegas Sun

March 28, 2024

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  • Christian Wilkins, a 6-4, 310-pound defensive tackle, responds to a question during a news conference at the Intermountain Health Performance Center/Raiders Headquarters in Henderson Thursday, March 14, 2024. Wilkins joins the Raiders after spending the last five seasons with the Miami Dolphins.
    Why the Raiders spared no expense in signing defender Christian Wilkins
    Christian Wilkins had excelled with relative ease through every stop of his football career when he was younger, both from an individual and team perspective. The defensive tackle dominated in high school at Suffield Academy in Connecticut, racking up titles and accolades en route to becoming one of the top recruits in the country. He then contributed ...
  • Politics need not be so dishonest
    In response to the March 25 letter “Choose a steady leader in 2024”: Does the writer believe he is more fair or moral than Republicans or Donald Trump’s supporters? He cites Trump’s statement that ...
  • Reflect on Easter’s meaning
    Soon we will celebrate Easter, a time of joy for many practicing Christians. Current trends show that all religions are seeing reductions in their pews. This is primarily due to the many who have renounced their religious beliefs and are now being counted as “none" ...
  • Trump’s bills aren’t charity
    Former President Donald Trump is planning to use political donations given to the Republican National Committee to pay his personal legal fees and other bills. He feels every donor or American owes him money ...
  • Raising the retirement age wouldn't hep anyone
    It’s budget season in Washington, which means the politicians are delivering their annual warnings about the looming Social Security crisis. How big of a crisis — and how close it looms — is largely within their control, and there are basically three proposals to address it ...
  • The Trop will shutter on April 2 to make way for a new baseball stadium and resort.
    Closing for good on April 2, Tropicana Las Vegas leaves behind a legacy of showmanship and reinvention
    The historic Tropicana hotel and casino will shutter to make way for a new baseball stadium and resort.
  • Cable news overcorrected on airing Trump’s speeches
    Remember when cable news got the blame for electing Donald Trump in 2016, because airing so many of his rallies in their entirety was seen as the gift of free advertising? ...
  • Texas’ immigration law is both logical and terrible
    Lone Star Republicans passed Senate Bill 4 last year, which would make illegally crossing the border into Texas from Mexico a misdemeanor with a punishment of up to six months in jail. Repeat offenders could face ...
  • 40 Under 40: Celebrating Southern Nevada talent
    40 Under 40: Celebrating Southern Nevada talent
    The Vegas Inc 40 Under 40 awards honor young community leaders who represent a broad spectrum of industries. This issue celebrates the true cream of the crop of Las Vegas talent.
  • Barry Tu
    40 Under 40: Barry Tu, Principal, Scale by 3 and CEO, Tu Companies
    “I think my approach to business is focused on delivering ultimate value, being honest, healthy partnerships and being very proactive.”
  • Izack Tenorio
    40 Under 40: Izack Tenorio, Director of Government Affairs, Strategies 360
    Izack Tenorio is well-suited to navigate the complex world of government affairs. With a community-focused approach and a unique and versatile skillset, he seeks to better the state.
  • Whitney Green-Olson
    40 Under 40: Whitney Green-Olson, CEO and Co-Founder, Melon Local
    When Whitney Green-Olson and her husband started Melon Local, a digital marketing agency, she immersed herself in classes and blended her previous experience in customer service with new digital strategies.
  • Aaron Lee
    40 Under 40: Aaron Lee, Lead Chef and Co-Owner of Winnie & Ethel’s, Downtown Diner
    Aaron Lee is the head chef and co-owner of Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner, a restaurant concept that was brought to life as a result of The Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway.
  • Samantha Grimes
    40 Under 40: Samantha Grimes, Chief Communications & Marketing Officer, Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee
    “It’s been an honor and privilege to work alongside the NFL, LVCVA, Las Vegas Raiders, local government agencies and various leaders across multiple industries to bring the world’s largest single-day sporting event to life.”
  • Jeff Dorocak
    40 Under 40: Jeff Dorocak, City Attorney, City of Las Vegas
    Jeff Dorocak is one of the youngest attorneys to hold his position and oversees an office of 25 attorneys and 40 staff.
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