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Nevada jobless rate steady, but job growth surges

The state’s unemployment rate held steady at 7.1 percent from January to February, as job formation surged and people entered the labor pool, the state Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation reported Friday.

Fresh & Easy selling 2 Las Vegas stores

Fresh & Easy is selling two Las Vegas Valley stores, and the stores will close within the next week, a company spokesman said on Friday. The two locations are at Tropicana and Jones in Las Vegas, and Centennial and Simmons in North Las Vegas.

Nevada’s taxable sales increase 8.3 percent

The state’s taxable sales jumped to $3.81 billion in the month, up 8.3 percent from $3.52 billion in January 2014, the state Department of Taxation reported Friday.

NHL proponents expand sales push to corporations, casinos

Prospective NHL team owner Bill Foley is now selling season ticket deposits to corporations and casinos for the first time after accepting payments for season ticket deals from individuals.

The Ultimate Cheapskate’s 10 ways to save money on travel

Whether you’re 18 or 80, a springtime getaway is a cure-all for the winter blues. Here are 10 tips for having a blast without busting your travel budget.

Caesars said close to deal with top lenders to bankrupt unit

Caesars Entertainment Corp. is close to winning support from a group of its highest-ranking lenders for a restructuring of its biggest unit, a deal that would help ease the company’s path in bankruptcy, according to three people with knowledge of the discussions.

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