Entrepreneurs soar over hurdles to start enterprises of their own

Even with a historically challenging economy, with small and large businesses alike struggling, entrepreneurs are creating new businesses or expanding old ones in the Sunrise and Whitney areas. Recently the state of... Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:20 a.m.

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  1. Teen says she was coerced into having sex with ROTC adviser

    A 17-year-old girl told Las Vegas police she was coerced into having sex with a school ROTC adviser who she thought could help her military career. 9 comments | 2 a.m.

  2. Nonprofit group helps guide would-be entrepreneurs

    SCORE helps those looking to start a business by providing tips on writing a business plan, tackling budget issues and more. Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:21 a.m.

  3. Get organized before seeking business loans

    For those interested in starting a business, financing is among the most important factors. Bank employees recognize the need for small-business financing, which is why they're willing to work with entrepreneurs in... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:27 a.m.

  4. Literary Las Vegas: W.M. Calloway

    University of Nevada, Las Vegas engineering student W.M. Calloway is interested in more than just science. He's a tae kwon do competitor, and he plays drums and guitar and writes music based on the world of fantasy... Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:15 p.m.

  5. Perseverance in pursuit of golf dreams portrayed in 'Twice as Good'

    What do you do when someone tells you that you can't do something you want to do? Maybe you beg by saying, "Pleeeeeeeeease??" Or maybe you ask again and again and again until your parents get mad. Or you... Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:16 p.m.

  6. Type of business determines county licensing

    The requirements to get a business license in Clark County vary widely depending on the type of business to be started. On the business license section of the county's website, clarkcountynv.gov/depts/business_license,... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:32 a.m.

  7. City looks to streamline business license process

    The city of Las Vegas is making changes to be more business-friendly, including offering incentives, waiving origination fees and allowing businesses to do more under one license. Many requirements can be completed... Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:21 a.m.

  8. Step-by-step process governs small startups

    Attorney Ken Woloson specializes in the organization, licensing and maintenance of Nevada businesses. He outlined the process of starting a business as it concerns the state. Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:29 a.m.

  9. Henderson plans to streamline process for business licenses

    The city of Henderson hopes to make the process of getting a business license in multiple jurisdictions a little easier. The streamlined program would allow new businesses based in Henderson to obtain their business... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:31 a.m.

  10. Things to do in Sunrise/Whitney May 22-28

    Event highlights this week include the Las Vegas Horse Expo, free lectures by Marie Rowley on former brothels in Las Vegas and a stop by the Zumiez Best Foot Forward amateur skateboarding contest. Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:20 a.m.

  11. Speedway to host Rockabilly Rod Reunion

    Visitors to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend are likely to see a few more pompadours, leather jackets and Bettie Page hairdos than they're used to when the speedway hosts the Rockabilly Rod Reunion & NHRA... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:41 a.m.

  12. Vets to be saluted at Snow Mountain Pow Wow this weekend

    Tradition and honor are to go hand in hand this weekend at the 24th annual Snow Mountain Pow Wow at the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe's Snow Mountain Indian Reservation. Festivities are planned from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:39 a.m.

  13. Recreation briefs

    SPEEDWAY CHILDREN'S CHARITIES SCHEDULE GOLF TOURNAMENT JUNE 4 Speedway Children's Charities is set to host its 10th annual charity golf tournament, Drive for Charity, at 8 a.m. June 4 at Canyon Gate Country Club, 2001... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:22 a.m.

  14. Variety of pool options available to residents

    The Las Vegas Valley has a variety of inexpensive swimming options, from lap pools to water parks, for people of all ages. In anticipation of summer, View Neighborhood Newspapers compiled a list of public pools and... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:51 a.m.

  15. Steven Kalas: Child should have been told in advance about marriage proposal

    I have been divorced for three years, and I have one child from this marriage. My ex-husband has a girlfriend with three children. My child (10 years old) conveyed to me that today my ex-husband proposed... Add a comment! | May 23 at 4:47 p.m.

  16. Education notebook

    SOUTHWEST CAREER AND TECH TO PRESENT FASHION SHOW Students from the Southwest Career and Technical Academy, 7050 W. Shelbourne Ave., plan to present a fashion show from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday on the main stage at... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:43 a.m.

  17. Seven Las Vegas Valley high school seniors named Gates Millennium Scholars

    The traditional costs of college - tuition, books, fees and housing - do not worry these Las Vegas Valley high school seniors. They were named Gates Millennium Scholars and will receive full financial assistance through... 1 comment | May 22 at 9:42 a.m.

  18. Area briefing

    GIFT BASKETS AIM TO HELP NEW MOMS KEEP KIDS SAFE Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:38 a.m.

  19. Pet care requires special precautions during hot weather

    Pet safety in the summer means more than cracking a window in the car on a hot summer's day, local pet experts say. Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:37 a.m.

  20. A la carte

    LAS VEGAS EPICUREAN AFFAIR COMING THURSDAY TO PALAZZO Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:17 a.m.

  21. Dining pick of the week: Stick E Rice

    Thai food is known for its balance of the five fundamental taste senses: hot (spicy), sour, sweet, salty and bitter (optional). Yanika Bumroongsawad, owner and executive chef of Stick E Rice, adheres to these harmonies... Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:20 a.m.

  22. Book briefs

    Book Briefs for May 22-28 Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:22 p.m.

  23. Chemicals not a sure-fire way to kill ash tree

    Question: I have a huge ash tree that I want to either stop from seeding or kill. I heard about a product that can stop seeding, but I am told due to the size of the tree, it is impossible to spray the blooms. This tree... Add a comment! | May 22 at 9:50 a.m.

  24. Favorite Sons & Daughters

    Chloé Powell, 22, has been named 2012 Miss Rodeo Helldorado Queen. Powell presided over the Las Vegas Elks Helldorado Days May 17-20 in downtown Las Vegas. A 2008 graduate of Faith Lutheran Jr/Sr High School, Powell... Add a comment! | May 22 at 12:16 a.m.

  25. Safety briefs

    Clark County commissioners and county fire department officials were scheduled to recognize firefighters during a ceremony March 29 at Fire Station 33, 865 E. Desert Inn Road. Add a comment! | Apr. 5 at 4 p.m.

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