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MAGIC a springboard to fall convention season

The summer months traditionally are among the weakest for Southern Nevada’s convention and trade show industry. But every year in August, something MAGICal happens

Report: The Cordish Cos. was sued for racial discrimination

The Cordish Cos., the Baltimore-based company partnering with the city of Las Vegas on a soccer stadium proposal, was the subject of racial discrimination lawsuits and complaints in entertainment districts in three states, according to a New York Daily News report posted early Monday.

Revel wanted to close Atlantic City casino Monday

ATLANTIC CITY — The troubled Revel in Atlantic City still hopes to auction off its property but needs to close to stop big losses, a lawyer for it said.

Community Health says data stolen in cyberattack from China

BOSTON/NEW YORK — Community Health Systems Inc., one of the biggest U.S. hospital groups, said on Monday it was the victim of a cyberattack from China, resulting in the theft of Social Security numbers and other personal data belonging to 4.5 million patients.

Mojave solar plant scorching birds in mid-air

Workers at a solar plant in the Mojave Desert have a name for birds that fly through the plant’s concentrated sun rays — “streamers,” for the smoke plume that comes from birds that ignite in midair.

Social Security: When to start taking benefits

When to start taking your Social Security retirement benefits is a tricky question and can have a very large impact. It is a difficult, yet important, number to determine so a well thought out decision is needed.

Entrepreneur’s persistence brings shoes to vending machines

Ashley Ross, director of operations for Rollasole USA, started out thinking of a career in real estate. But as a lifelong resident of Las Vegas, she knew a product, which she first saw in Great Britain, could be a big hit in her hometown.

Intel: Women attorneys group marks 35th anniversary

The Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys celebrated its 35th anniversary at a luncheon on Aug. 7 at the Las Vegas Country Club.

Las Vegas native tapped as America First Credit Union branch manager

As America First Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its newest Las Vegas location at 6090 S. Durango Drive on Aug. 15, the 75-year-old financial institution also welcomed Matthew Dice as branch manager.

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