Gerard Gallant was pretty clear about how he feels regarding the Golden Knights’ just-ended homestand that spanned a season-long seven games …
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Autistic employees gain experience, life skills at Las Vegas Subway shops
Through the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation Teenworks employment readiness program, Donna Curry has placed nearly 30 young adults with autism into Subway jobs or internships.
Retiring legislator showed courage, conviction in working to make life better for vulnerable Nevadans
Nevada Senator David Parks had three measures he wanted to see passed during his first legislative session as a Nevada lawmaker in 1997: a non-discrimination bill for LGBTQ residents seeking employment; state funding for HIV/AIDS programs; and the dec…
Golden Knights waste another opportunity at home; won’t be back until Feb. 8
The seven straight games at T-Mobile Arena was supposed to be a godsend for a Vegas team looking to create separation in a tight race for the Pacific Division …
For years, Death Valley fought a losing battle against wild burros. A nonprofit seeks to change that
When Mark Meyers removes a wild burro in Death Valley National Park, he’s supporting the mission of the National Park Service (NPS) by helping eliminate a non-native species. If he were to do the same thing outside the park on other federally managed…
How do museums protect their precious works?
Many museums, galleries and artists would argue that art is meant to be experienced up close. And as if exposing sometimes priceless works to the general public wasn’t risky enough, institutions are under increasing pressure to share their collections…
Early deficits becoming a problem for Golden Knights
The Golden Knights allowed five shots on goal in the last two periods and lost Thursday’s game. If you tuned in after the first intermission and didn’t peek at the scoreboard, you would come away thinking …
20 things to do in Las Vegas in 2020
Explore Area 15, get inside Allegiant Stadium, try a new restaurant, vote …
Holiday Hangover: consolidating loans and credit cards
Many of us overspend during the holidays—between traveling, gifts, parties and basic living expenses, January can bring hefty bills. “If seasonal spending has left you burdened with debt, it’s wise to explore options …
Forward progress: As Las Vegas’ sports profile grows in 2020, how will its teams and stars fare?
The new year has arrived ready to go down as the most significant in Las Vegas sports history. As if an NFL franchise officially relocating to town isn’t enough, the established local teams are all also in unique, crucial positions. Here are five pres…