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Boosters of a domed stadium project on the UNLV campus have mentioned an NFL Pro Bowl and NFL pre-season games as potential events that would help generate millions of dollars for the local economy. But the NFL doesn’t appear likely it would stage a Pro Bowl event or sanction a game at the proposed “Mega-Event Center,” as officials for the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and their private development partner are calling the proposed 60,000-seat venue.
Skyvue, the 500-foot Ferris wheel under construction on the south end of the Strip, has run into more financial problems. MMC Inc., the contractor that has been building the foundations, has filed suit to collect on $1.1 million in unpaid bills by foreclosing on the project. All told, eight companies that have worked on Skyvue have filed liens for their work.
A building-sized billboard that won approval from a city committee on Tuesday could be a sign of things to come in the downtown Las Vegas skyline.
Kelly Haugh is looking forward to marching in the presidential inaugural parade Monday, but more important to her is making sure people take note of her four-legged companion, Kinnick.
Because of the bitter cold temperatures, the Southern Nevada Regional Planning Coalition’s Inclement Weather Program will have shelters open through the valley from today to Friday.
The holidays are a time for gatherings, spreading warmth and cheer, and looking out for one another. For Nevada families who need a little extra help this winter, we are ready to lend our support. Through the Energy Share Program (Energy Share or Program), Southwest Gas and its customers who contribute to this program remain committed to fueling the communities it serves, helping ensure every household stays safe, warm, and comfortable this winter.
The mountains were expected to get between eight and 16 inches for areas above 7,500 feet, said the National Weather Service, with wind gusts up to 35 mph.
A lawyer for Carrie Cox asked a judge to dismiss a felony charge against the Henderson councilwoman for allegedly recording another councilwoman’s private conversation due to insufficient evidence.
A California real estate firm plans to develop a new building for a Southern Nevada university.
A 32-year-old man was killed after being pinned between a tractor-trailer and a loading dock on Tuesday afternoon, Las Vegas police said.
