JANUARY 20 2022 / ISSUE NO. 59 / ARCHIVE
This Week's Top Stories
Henderson Chamber InSight 2023: Economic Resilience is Key
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Last night, the Henderson Chamber of Commerce held its annual, invite-only InSight event at Ascaya in Henderson. Mike PeQueen, John Restrepo, and special guest Mayor Michelle Romero shared their insight about the national and Henderson-specific economic overview.
First Cannabis-Friendly Hotel in Las Vegas Set for Spring Opening
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The Artisan Hotel Boutique in Las Vegas is rebranding to The Lexi - Elevations Hotels and Resorts. The new brand will be the first cannabis-friendly hotel in Las Vegas.
Nevada Loses Jobs in December; Unemployment Rate Increases
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The state’s unemployment rate in December is 5.2 percent, increased by 0.3 from 4.9 percent in November and decreased by 0.1 percentage points when compared to December 2021.
Q&A: Sonia Petkewich, CEO of Taurean Consulting Group, on the Growth of New Types of Finance Jobs
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A rapidly changing world with rising cybercrime and an increased need to protect sensitive information has opened up a new category of jobs where skills in tech and finance now merge.
Apex Industrial Park Adds Second Waterline & Sewer System Total $37 Million
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Yesterday, North Las Vegas City Councilman Scott Black and the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) Board of Directors voted to approve a total of $37 million toward the Garnet Valley Water and Wastewater Systems allowing for the further development of Apex Industrial Park.
Community
- New K-8 Charter School, Sage Collegiate, Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
- Cox Donates $145,000 for New Technology Labs at Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada
People
- Plaza Hotel & Casino Hires Sue Ascanio as General Manager
- The PENTA Building Group Announces Team Member Promotions
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