The sports betting industry is one of the newest businesses to exist in the United States. With the Supreme Court striking down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 in 2018, the longest that any state has had legalized sports betting is just over five years, with Delaware having accepted the first legal sports wager on U.S. soil on June 5, … [Read more...] about Sports Betting Market Still Growing in Nevada
Legislation
Nevada’s Largest Healthcare and Public Service Union Announces Leadership Transition
SEIU Local 1107, which has become a preeminent force in the state, plans to build on its solid foundation to achieve even greater victories for good jobs and quality services The largest healthcare and public service union in Nevada has announced that its longtime Executive Director, Grace Vergara-Mactal, is retiring effective September 30 and will be succeeded … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Largest Healthcare and Public Service Union Announces Leadership Transition
Southern Nevada Building Trades Unions Launches A+ Jobs Campaign to Support A’s Move to Las Vegas
Legislation has been introduced proposing a financial package to move the A’s to Las Vegas and the Southern Nevada Building Trades Unions (SNBTU) has launched a campaign to support the effort. The campaign, A+ Jobs, highlights the impact building the stadium will have on its members, allowing SNBTU to expand its roster to put the construction trades to work. The effort … [Read more...] about Southern Nevada Building Trades Unions Launches A+ Jobs Campaign to Support A’s Move to Las Vegas
What Revenue Is Expected From Las Vegas Casinos In 2023?
Bettors defied the odds of Covid-19 lockdown and global economic decline to post record wins in 2021 and 2022. What lies ahead for Las Vegas casinos in 2023? Are we expecting the massive winning streak to continue or not? How Vegas Broken the All-Time Record for Gaming Revenue 2022 The Q4 of 2022 saw massive quarterly returns in the American commercial gaming industry. … [Read more...] about What Revenue Is Expected From Las Vegas Casinos In 2023?
5 Things To Know About The History Of Gambling In Nevada
Nevada is well known as one of the most famous gambling states in the world, in large part because of the fame and cult status of Las Vegas. The city is commonly marketed as the entertainment capital of the world. Besides gambling venues, it's famous as an attractive tourist destination because of its vibrant and colorful atmosphere. The city hosts some of the most exciting … [Read more...] about 5 Things To Know About The History Of Gambling In Nevada
Pride for Kids Celebrates Youth Identifying as LGBTQ
The Center, in partnership with Las Vegas PRIDE, will hold a special event for youth ages 5-12 and their families on Saturday, October 1, 2022. PRIDE for Kids celebration is in response to the increased need for services by young children identifying as members of the LGBTQ+ community. “At The Center, we strive to listen, understand, and meet the ever-changing … [Read more...] about Pride for Kids Celebrates Youth Identifying as LGBTQ
Using Marijuana Legally in Las Vegas
The legalization of marijuana in Nevada caught the attention of locals and tourists in the state. However, due to the new law, some individuals have been arrested and charged with various crimes. Many lawyers have been defending their clients being arrested in Las Vegas for possessing marijuana, insisting that knowing the various laws in the state about the usage of … [Read more...] about Using Marijuana Legally in Las Vegas
ICYMI: Southwest Carpenters Join Secretary Granholm to Discuss Building a Clean Energy Future
On the heels of the U.S. Senate passing the bipartisan infrastructure bill, Frank Hawk, COO of the Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters (SWRCC), joined a virtual discussion with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about building a clean energy future. "The Carpenters Union is part of the energy revolution — we've developed training programs to adapt to clean water, … [Read more...] about ICYMI: Southwest Carpenters Join Secretary Granholm to Discuss Building a Clean Energy Future