McKenna Ross joined the Review-Journal in June 2021 and previously covered gaming and tourism and Southern Nevada's nonprofit sector for the newspaper. Before moving to Nevada, she reported for MLive, a Michigan news site, and interned at publications in Michigan, Oregon and Florida. McKenna is a graduate of Michigan State University and a 2021-2024 Report for America corps member. When she's not working, she's either reading or hiking Southern Nevada trails with her dog.
The Western wares gift show returned Thursday at Las Vegas Convention Center’s South Hall. The National Finals Rodeo-affiliated event drew more than 350 exhibitors and expects tens of thousands shoppers during the daily availability, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., until Dec. 14.
With performances selling out every night at Thomas & Mack Center, rodeo fans interested in alternative events to watch can visit about half a dozen venues in the region.
Executives and industry watchers say Durango’s first year in Las Vegas was marked by positive reception and an appetite for more on the property.
Open daily 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Thursday through Dec.14, Cowboy Christmas will include two stages, a boot shine, an NFR historical display, a rodeo-themed saloon and other activities.
In other news, Las Vegas Sands continues its pursuit for a New York gaming license and to legalize gambling in Texas.
Aerodium, a skydiving attraction at Crash N Burn at 450 Fremont St., is targeting a summer 2025 opening after building permit approval.
Catholic Charities and 50 volunteers served roughly 700 of Las Vegas’ most vulnerable men, women and children for their 59th annual free holiday feast at St. Lied Vincent Dining Facility.
Culinary Local 226 leaders say Virgin Hotels must make an economic offer that “meets Las Vegas standards” before the union returns to the negotiation room.
Additionally, an off-Strip hotel-casino has officially joined the Destination by Hyatt brand.
A $2.1 million funding request from Neon Museum officials to help move its historic mid-century building was delayed following a two-hour discussion of the plan.
The hotel does not have parking gates set up at the entrance of the garage, though the new parking fees are enforced 24/7.
Nevada has a long history of being a business-friendly state. But several companies stand out in making it really big — like, Fortune 500 big — while staying local.
Culinary Local 226 members were arrested in a “civil disobedience” demonstration in front of a striking hotel-casino.
The Las Vegas Strip hotel-casino is expecting other major retailers to open up shop in the coming months, along with a project backed by Tom Brady.
New details on the Neon Museum’s relocation show museum operators are not only focused on the sign collection – they want to move the historic La Concha building, too.
