The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2240 Village Walk Drive, plans to host free concerts from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays on Main Street across from the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. Haleamano Band is set to perform Friday, and The Lucky Cheats are scheduled for Saturday. Free, family-friendly movies are scheduled to be shown at 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays in the grass along Main Street. “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” is set for Friday, and “A League of Their Own” is scheduled for Saturday. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas engineering student W.M. Calloway is interested in more than just science. He’s a tae kwon do competitor, and he plays drums and guitar and writes music based on the world of fantasy found in his book series, the Xenton Chronicles. The books follow the adventures of friends on a camping trip who acquire superhero powers. The books started as a comic book venture Calloway took on at 17. For more information on the series, visit thexentonchronicles.com.
Foothill High School, 800 College Drive, has a summer basketball camp for boys and girls scheduled for June 11-13. The camp is open to students entering the third through ninth grades.
The owners of the up-and-coming food truck Just Rollin’ are waiting for their business license to be finalized so their mobile business can officially open. “This is my ticket to redemption,” said Matthew Meyer, an entrepreneur and Henderson resident. “Hopefully, I make up for some losses I’ve had in the past.”
I have been divorced for three years, and I have one child from this marriage. My ex-husband has a girlfriend with three children. My child (10 years old) conveyed to me that today my ex-husband proposed (marriage) to his girlfriend. He did it at a public event and in front of (our) son, which made him very upset. He told me about everything on the phone a couple of hours later. He is very upset.
The chairwoman of the White House Council on Environmental Quality, Nancy Sutley, visited Henderson May 10 to discuss the city’s sustainability initiatives and practices.
The city of Henderson hopes to make the process of getting a business license in multiple jurisdictions a little easier. The streamlined program would allow new businesses based in Henderson to obtain their business license through the city of Henderson while indicating what other jurisdicitions, the business plans to operate in.
The city of Las Vegas is making changes to be more business-friendly, including offering incentives, waiving origination fees and allowing businesses to do more under one license. Many requirements can be completed online.
SCORE helps those looking to start a business by providing tips on writing a business plan, tackling budget issues and more.
Want to start a business? During the economic recovery, when there’s plenty of space to be leased and rent is low, it might be a good idea, emphasis on “might.” Several Summerlin-area entrepreneurs share their stories.
former Mr. USA and Mr. Universe Gregg Leighton used his bodybuilding background to develop a protein bread that packs 17 grams of protein per slice.
The traditional costs of college – tuition, books, fees and housing – do not worry these Las Vegas Valley high school seniors. They were named Gates Millennium Scholars and will receive full financial assistance through graduation at any college or university.
Brain Solutions Inc. is using scientifically designed programs to help those struggling with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, learning issues, auditory processing and sensory integration by resetting the way the brain processes auditory information.
Event highlights this week include the Las Vegas Horse Expo, free lectures by Marie Rowley on former brothels in Las Vegas and a stop by the Zumiez Best Foot Forward amateur skateboarding contest.
Event highlights this week include the Desert Chorale’s Memorial Day Extravaganza, the Rock of Vegas concert series kicking off with Vince Neil and the awards ceremony for the 12th annual Celebrating Life! fine arts competition.
Thai food is known for its balance of the five fundamental taste senses: hot (spicy), sour, sweet, salty and bitter (optional). Yanika Bumroongsawad, owner and executive chef of Stick E Rice, adheres to these harmonies of taste.
LEARN TO PRESERVE ROSES AT MEETING PLANNED BY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
Las Vegas residents may be recovering from a down economy, but that hasn’t slowed interest in opening businesses, especially downtown.
Event highlights this week include a free showing of “The Adventures of Tintin” in the park and the West End Boys Sunday Morning Car Show.
Pet safety in the summer means more than cracking a window in the car on a hot summer’s day, local pet experts say.
For those interested in starting a business, financing is among the most important factors. Bank employees recognize the need for small-business financing, which is why they’re willing to work with entrepreneurs in acquiring loans for their ventures.
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