As I write this, it is sunny and 55 degrees. Realtors ordinarily would be calling back customers from the weekend open houses. The market should be not just brisk but frothy. In many markets, the inventory of housing has been relatively thin. Thirty-year rates stand at 3.75%. Unless you are going to bang on the […]
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‘Parks and Recreation’ Reunion to Raise Money For Feeding America
The original cast members of “Parks and Recreation” are getting back to work for a coronavirus-related fundraising special. Amy Poehler, Rashida Jones, Aziz Ansari, Nick Offerman and Adam Scott are among the sitcom’s stars to be featured in the half-hour special airing. The story reflects the real-life crisis, with Poehler’s Leslie Knope striving to stay […]
Employer Offers Henderson Workers Free Coronavirus Antibody Tests
At a time when antibody testing could be key to reopening society, a manufacturer of dietary supplements is providing free tests to its entire U.S. workforce, including 90 employees at its Henderson plant. In providing the antibody testing, Designs for Health hopes to learn what percentage of its workforce might have immunity to the virus […]
NFL DRAFT BETTING (DAY 2): TE Prop Goes Chalk
Betting on the NFL draft has grown steadily over the past few years, but it is surging this year with major sports shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic. After a huge night of drafts props for Thursday’s first round, bettors and Las Vegas sportsbooks are back for more in the second and third rounds […]
MGM To Be ‘Operating Differently’ Upon Reopening
MGM Resorts International will be “operating differently” when its properties reopen, according to a Tuesday video from Acting CEO and President Bill Hornbuckle. Cleaning procedures, the way people greet guests, casino floor layouts and restaurants will all be affected, Hornbuckle said in the video. He did not go into details on what those changes may entail. “This […]
Rescue Plan For Las Vegas Focused On Trust
Jon Taffer has spent 45 years in the hospitality business, saving bars while often employing some inhospitable methods. In his club-salvaging “Bar Rescue” TV series, Taffer can be rough, even brutal, in his on-site assessments. The industry veteran makes his opinions painfully clear. But always, his point is to make businesses better. Years ago, after reducing […]
Henderson Kids Make Hundreds Of Cards For Hospital Workers
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals, families and businesses in Las Vegas are stepping up to offer relief to people who are in need of food, services and support. Here are stories about people who are leading with kindness and proving the community is #VegasStrong. Fourth-grader makes 100 cards for hospital workers When a Henderson mom […]
Las Vegas’ Increased Population Results In Increased Demands For Real Estate
Las Vegas is one of the most sought-after locations in America. This is not only because it is home to casinos and other fun things, but also because Las Vegas has a lot to offer to people living there. With the real estate prices taking a toll for the worst all over the US, Las Vegas is […]
Virus Shouldn’t Crash Las Vegas Home Prices
While much is unknown about how badly the coronavirus pandemic has damaged Southern Nevada’s economy, one economist doesn’t foresee a major housing market crisis here. Mark Vitner, a senior economist for Wells Fargo and Company, said he thinks the area’s housing market will pick up steam quickly once Las Vegas’ tourism-based economy rebounds. In mid-March, […]
First Phase of Business Park Next To Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters Completed
The first phase of a $90 million warehouse business park beside the Las Vegas Raiders headquarters an training center has been finished. Matter Real Estate Group, the same group behind the up-and-coming $400 million southwest valley entertainment complex called UnCommons, says that the Henderson business park, when complete, will span seven multi-use buildings across 37 acres. Located […]
