Obama administration denies Iran cash payment was a ransom

The Obama administration said Wednesday that $400 million in cash paid to Iran soon after the release of five Americans detained by Tehran was not ransom as some Republicans have charged.

Trial of tattooed neo-Nazi put on hold

The robbery trial of Bayzle Morgan, whose neo-Nazi tattoos were ordered concealed in front of jurors, was suspended Wednesday after prosecutors said they wanted the Nevada Supreme Court to clarify the wording for a verdict form.

Revenues at Boyd Gaming’s downtown properties up again

Boyd Gaming’s business model downtown is driven by tourism from Hawaii through travel packages. All three of the properties – California, Fremont, Main Street – achieved solid gains, said President and CEO Keith Smith. Lower fuel costs saved the flight charter service about $400,000.

Bid to soften ethics laws feels awfully familiar

How Henderson City Attorney Josh Reid can say that his proposed changes to the city’s ethics laws were not loosening them is laughable. Give me a break. Reid sought to soften the city’s ethics laws so more relatives of the mayor, the council and department heads could benefit by doing business with the city.

Golden Entertainment report rise in revenues, cash flow

Golden Enterainment, Nevada’s largest tavern operator and slot machine company, saw a strong second quarter with revenues increasing 16.5 percent and cash flow up 12.2 percent.

Perfect time to visit Yosemite is perfect time for Las Vegans to escape the heat

Yosemite National Park is one of those places everyone should see at least once in their lifetime, and over the next two months are ideal times to go. By happy coincidence, it is easiest to go there during the very months when Las Vegans most need to escape the heat.

Concerns raised about implementation of commerce tax

As the first installment of Nevada’s new and controversial commerce tax comes due Aug. 15, there are concerns and confusion about the effects of the new levy.

Pies Unlimited takes dessert options up a notch

While much of its business comes from special orders, wholesale and resort restaurant clients, the retail outlet at Pies Unlimited, 2465 W. Craig Road, packs in plenty of pies and products from adjacent sister businesses Say Cheesecake and Fantasy Cakes Bakery.

Palms’ 24 Seven Cafe has something for everyone, anytime

You’re waiting to see a show at the Palms, and you’ve got some time for dinner. You don’t want anything too fancy, but you’re not exactly feeling the food court either. Poke your head inside the 24 Seven Cafe, 4321 W. Flamingo Road, and you’ll find just about everything from breakfast and burgers to salad and salmon.

Dining events and news for Aug. 4-10, 2016

View rounds up dining events and news from across the Las Vegas Valley, from restaurant openings to special dinners and promotions.

 
Team of 2 tackles workforce development in Nevada

Workforce development efforts in the state have been ongoing and numerous — and now a team of two is working to coordinate all of those efforts and target grant money.

CASA volunteers give abused children hope for future in Las Vegas

Ask yourself these questions: “Would I give a few hours a week to save the life of a child? … A few hours a week that could provide the child with a voice that would help guarantee fulfillment of hopes and dreams and a life with a promising future?”

Money to fight Zika virus is running out, Obama officials say

The Obama administration warned Congress Wednesday that money to fight the Zika virus is on the verge of running out amid political stalemate on Capitol Hill.

Action Painting Experience planned for Art Attack-themed August First Friday

The Action Painting Experience is set to bring interactive activities to several locations around First Friday Aug. 5, allowing visitors to paint things to take home using the drip method made famous by Jackson Pollock.

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