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Henderson strikes deal with NV Energy

Henderson Mayor Debra March said NV Energy is willing to help the city cut costs through energy efficiency, and will help it meet renewable energy objectives.

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In Henderson, Southwest Gas warns about not calling 811

At the utility’s emergency response training facility in southwest Henderson, a gas leak was set off with a loud hiss, and a flame was brought forward. The gas ignited instantly, setting off a ball of fire as tall as the nearby model homes used to train local fire departments how to respond to gas leaks.

Women, minority-owned businesses eligible for free Henderson space

A grant from MGM Resorts International was awarded to help support two demographics that are underrepresented among business owners; only 31.6 percent of firms in Nevada are minority-owned, and only 36.3 percent are women-owned, according to a 2012 report from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Las Vegas entrepreneur finds success after ‘Shark Tank’ fail

The 40-year-old Las Vegas entrepreneur is the founder of Coco Taps, a company that sells tools that allow users to tap into coconuts at home, as well as ready-to-drink coconuts that have already been tapped and branded. It’s a product he believes in so much, he’s in the process of legally changing his first name to fit the brand.