Las Vegas Business News

Golf courses in Las Vegas see spike in business during pandemic

Tourists from Boston drive off the third tee at Angel Park Golf Club Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020. From left: Terry Lawrence, Sean McArdle, Scott Tarbox and Joe McArdle.

In many ways, golf is a perfect activity for COVID-19 times — it’s played outdoors, usually in small, socially distanced groups.

30 November 2020

By Bryan Horwath

The Notes: Philanthropy, Nov. 30, 2020

Nicola, a 4-year-old with respiratory failure, had his wish to play outdoors granted by three local firms that built him an outdoor play room.

In the Notes: Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada, Salvation Army Southern Nevada, Communities in Schools of Nevada, Nevada State College, Bank of America and more ...

30 November 2020

By VEGAS INC Staff

Young restaurateur: Competing in culinary world takes passion, perseverance

Van-Alan Nguyen, owner of 595 Craft and Kitchen and Art District Kitchen, poses in 595 Craft at Rainbow Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020. Dishes include a Nashville-style Hot Chicken Sandwich, left, a Pork Belly Banh Mi, center, and Beer Cheese with Soft Pretzels.

Van-Alan Nguyen began his journey in the culinary industry as a 16-year-old cashier at In-N-Out Burger. Today, he co-owns one restaurant, 595 Craft and Kitchen (as well as the affiliated Arts District Kitchen inside the Able Brewing Company in downtown Las Vegas), and is preparing to open another, Street Burger.

30 November 2020

By Rebecca Clifford-Cruz

Regulars helping prop up locals casinos during pandemic

Customer of six years John Magyarics gambles inside the Emerald Island Casino in Henderson, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020.

As he walked the casino floor, Tim Brooks, co-owner of the Emerald Island in downtown Henderson, noticed a couple familiar faces. “Yeah! You guys are back,” Brooks said as he greeted longtime patrons Bob and Sandy Pelz, former residents back in town for a visit. “Welcome home.” On this ...

30 November 2020

By Bryan Horwath

Here comes Santa Claus — with face masks and plexiglass

Julianna, 3, and Dylan, 5, Lasczak visit with Santa through a transparent barrier at a Bass Pro Shop in Bridgeport, Conn., Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020.

Santa Claus is coming to the mall — just don’t try to sit on his lap. Despite the pandemic — and the fact that Santa's age and weight put him at high risk for severe illness from the coronavirus — mall owners are going ahead with plans to bring ...

29 November 2020

By Joseph Pisani, Associated Press

Despite pandemic warnings, millions will travel for Thanksgiving

A sign reminds passengers of social distancing by a security checkpoint at McCarran International Airport Wednesday, May 20, 2020.

Callie Adamson of Henderson normally travels for Thanksgiving. Not this year. Because of the pandemic, she’ll be spending a quiet holiday at home, said Adamson, who has watched the virus surge in Nevada and had a ...

25 November 2020

By Bryan Horwath

Mask up: Black Friday will have different feel during pandemic

A Lego store employee at the Fashion Show mall brings out more products on a busy Black Friday in 2015.

Velisa Johnson has joined the ranks of Black Friday shoppers before: Hitting the stores as soon as the doors slide open, jockeying for position, engaging in consumer combat for the hottest deals.

25 November 2020

By Bryan Horwath

Las Vegas visitation up 10% in October

Tourists cross Las Vegas Boulevard on a pedestrian walkway near Harmon Avenue Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020.

The number of people who visited Las Vegas in October jumped nearly 10% from the previous month, according to a report released today. Just under 1.9 million visitors flocked to the city in ...

24 November 2020

By Bryan Horwath

Casino winnings flat in October; figures down 36% this year

In this Aug. 27, 2020, file photo, a woman wearing a mask as a precaution against the coronavirus plays an electronic slot machine during the reopening of the Mirage hotel and casino in Las Vegas.

Casinos in Nevada on Tuesday reported flat winnings in October, marking another sluggish month in a key index of statewide fiscal health. The Nevada Gaming Control Board said casino house winnings of almost $823 million statewide were down 19.5% compared with the same month a ...

24 November 2020

Associated Press

For Vegas restaurants already booked for Thanksgiving, restrictions deliver hard blow

Rhonda and Jeff Wyatt pose for a photo inside their French bistro Marche Bacchus, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019.

On Sunday, the Marche Bacchus French bistro in Desert Shores had about 150 reservations for Thanksgiving Day. Monday morning, less than 24 hours after Gov. Steve Sisolak announced enhanced COVID-19 safety restrictions on restaurants, owner ...

24 November 2020

By Bryan Horwath

Nevada urges businesses to embrace new virus restrictions

Gov. Steve Sisolak discusses Nevadas recent COVID-19 figures during a press conference at the Grant Sawyer State Office Building on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020, in Las Vegas.

he head of the Nevada agency promoting business growth urged companies on Monday to embrace the governor’s latest move to tighten COVID-19 restrictions, saying it's the best way to protect against future shutdowns that are likely if the coronavirus keeps ...

23 November 2020

By Scott Sonner, Associated Press

Flight school owner: Business is a roller coaster, so don't jump off

Paul Sallach is president and owner of All In Aviation.

Paul Sallach’s parents and grandparents wanted him to be a third-generation pastor, but his vision for his future had a bird’s-eye view.

23 November 2020

By Rebecca Clifford-Cruz

Mandalay Bay, Mirage ceasing midweek hotel operations amid pandemic

An exterior image of the Mirage May 15, 2020.

Mandalay Bay and the Mirage will close their hotels midweek beginning later this month. They join a growing number of Strip resorts closed during the week because of soft customer demand amid the COVID-19 pandemic ...

20 November 2020

By Bryan Horwath

Vegas Inc, Cox Business celebrate leaders in technology

Vegas Inc and Cox Business have partnered for 10 years to honor these tech titans, whose creative and innovative technology practices have advanced the industry and economy in Southern Nevada.

19 November 2020

By Jennifer Inaba

Top Tech Awards: Government, Jason Frame

Technology leaders across the country faced unique challenges as a result of COVID-19, and Jason Frame, CIO of the Southern Nevada Health District, is intimately familiar with those challenges.

19 November 2020

By VEGAS INC Staff

Top Tech Awards: Nonprofit, Jaime Weller-Lafavor

When you meet Jaime Weller-Lafavor, you will want to help her achieve her goals. Her compassion for others and her dedication to making a difference is palpable.

19 November 2020

By VEGAS INC Staff

Top Tech Awards: Private Business, Noah Allison

Three Lock Box was created in response to the administrative difficulties Noah Allison observed as an attorney handling some of the largest construction disputes in Nevada history.

19 November 2020

By VEGAS INC Staff

Top Tech Awards: Education, Robbie Pearce

For more than 15 years, Robbie Pearce has been dedicated to teaching Clark County students about computer science and cybersecurity.

19 November 2020

By VEGAS INC Staff

Top Tech Awards: Public Business, Michael Rainey

With such a high output, including millions of on-air listeners and online brand engagement, having exceptional technology is important—which is where Michael Rainey comes in.

19 November 2020

By VEGAS INC Staff

Top Tech Awards: Startup Tech of the Year, Kris Cuaresma-Primm

Kris Cuaresma-Primm has made a name for himself at tech startups. Formerly at Uber, then Lyft and now as the general manager at Homie, Cuaresma-Primm knows what it takes to get a project off the ground ...