Jeff Bridges singing with sincerity in pair of shows

Movie stars who branch out to sing never know who is going to show up at their concerts, or what attracts them. The possibilities get riskier if you happened to star in “The Big Lebowski.”

Breitling OK’d as 14.3 percent owner of Fertitta Interactive

A change in the ownership structure of Fertitta Interactive was approved Thursday by the Nevada Gaming Commission, allowing Station Casinos to control the eventual launch of an online poker operation.

Nevada legislative panel considers study of tax on services

Nevada’s largest revenue source is losing ground because of a changing economy that has shifted from consumption of goods to consumption of services, an economist told a legislative panel on Thursday.

Future assemblyman eager to take reins of District 17

Soon-to-be Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson’s first public comments upon his arrival Thursday in the Legislature were that he wants to hear from his Assembly District 17 constituents who have gone with representation for most of the 2013 session.

Ex-Assemblyman Brooks indicted on firearms charge

Former Nevada Assemblyman Steven Brooks has been indicted on a felony firearms charge stemming from an arrest in January in North Las Vegas that began a spiral leading to his expulsion from the Legislature.

Plaza Bank reports 328 percent increase in first-quarter net income

Plaza Bank on Thursday posted a 328 percent increase in net income for the first quarter over last year, as a decline in nonperforming assets, loan growth and loan sales were the primary drivers of profitability for the business bank.

Town & Country Bank names Darrel Small president and CEO

Town & Country Bank’s search for a new chief executive ended Thursday, when the Las Vegas-based community bank announced Darrel Small as its third president and CEO in the last eight months.

Penn National grows quarterly revenues, but profits decline

M Resort owner Penn National Gaming said Thursday it grew revenues more than 8 percent in the first quarter, but saw year-over-year declines in net income and earnings per share.

Long-time Findlay auto group employee retires

John Taylor, one of Findlay Automotive Group’s most dedicated employees, has retired after nearly 25 years of service.

Valley Cruisers Pahrump car show Saturday

The Valley Cruisers car club will present its 18th annual Over the Hump to Pahrump Show and Shine Saturday at Petrack Park, 150 N. State Route 160, Pahrump.

Teacher buys new Tucson from Planet Hyundai Sahara

Crystal Jamerson grew up in North Las Vegas, graduated from Rancho High School and returned to the school where she now works as an English teacher. And when Jamerson decides that she wants to get out of town, she can now travel worry-free thanks to her new 2013 Hyundai Tucson from Planet Hyundai Sahara.

Henderson Chevy, Fairway staff honored

Several employees of Fairway Buick GMC, Fairway Chevrolet and Henderson Chevrolet recently received the Mark of Excellence from General Motors.

Chapman showcases 2014 Jeep Cherokee

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee, recently revealed at the New York International Auto Show, has caused some big buzz, and for good reason, said Don Hamrick, general manager of Chapman Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram.

Friendly Ford celebrates 43 years in Las Vegas

Milestones are best marked with the people who made them possible, in the place where they happened. Friendly Ford, 660 N. Decatur Blvd., is doing just that: celebrating its 43rd anniversary this month with customers and employees.

Nevada should accept veterans’ job credentials in licensed professions

Over the past few years, as we’ve traveled the country speaking with our men and women in uniform and their families, we’ve been amazed by all of the ways they find to serve our country every single day. They’re the troops who risk their lives to keep us safe; the veterans who continue to serve long after they’ve hung up their uniform; the military spouses who always manage to snap into action for their communities, even though they’re already holding down full-time jobs and keeping their households running all alone while a loved one is deployed overseas.

‘No coherent arguments’? Let’s check Heller’s

In the wake of the defeat of gun background check legislation this week, President Barack Obama said senators opposed to the bill and its amendments could offer no good reason for that opposition, and that “there were no coherent arguments as to why we wouldn’t do this.”

Assembly district finally gets vote

Come next week, the people of Assembly District 17 finally will have representation in the Legislature. They have precious little time to make their voices heard in Carson City.

No more delays

After nearly six long years of waiting, it appears Dr. Dipak Desai finally will face his day in court. It’s a gross understatement to say it’s about time.

Silverado ace overwhelms Rams in relief

The calendar still reads April, but there was one sure sign that Silverado baseball coach Brian Whitaker had the playoffs on his mind Thursday.

Whelen series back at Bullring

The NASCAR Whelen All-American Series returns to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Bullring on Saturday, and some of the usual names are near the top of the standings.

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