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Nevada’s Unemployment Rate Falls To 12.7 Percent In January But Jobs Picture Remains Mixed
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 03/13/2012 - 8:35amCARSON CITY – Nevada’s jobless rate fell from a revised 13 percent in December to 12.7 percent in January, down from 13.8 percent a year ago and a peak of 14 percent in October 2010. The number of unemployed Nevadans remained relatively flat at 174,700, but is down 16,300 from the same month last year.
American Indian tribes cautious on online gambling
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/07/2012 - 6:00amLAS VEGAS - Leaders who run casinos for Indian tribes told regulators and companies on Tuesday that they won't support new laws involving online gambling unless it's clear how tribes nationwide wil...
Nevada Political Season Gets Under Way Today With Dozens Of Candidates Filing For Office
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/05/2012 - 10:40pm
CARSON CITY – There was a flurry of candidates filing for office and some political maneuvering today as Nevada’s 2012 election season officially got under way.
Over 90 candidates filed for a variety of offices in Clark County.
Another 17 filed with the Secretary of State’s office and others filed in their respective counties around the state.
New Study Finds Low Tax Burden For Mature Nevada Businesses But Higher Costs For New Firms
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 03/01/2012 - 1:28pmCARSON CITY – Nevada ranks at the top of states for its low overall tax liability paid by mature businesses, but only 38th for new firms due in part to a lack of incentives, according to a new comprehensive study by the Tax Foundation.
Column: Frozen by Parkinson's, still The Greatest
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/23/2012 - 9:35amLAS VEGAS (AP) - They gathered in the bowels of the arena where most of the great fights of the last two decades have taken place, old men now all sharing one shining moment from years gone by. The...
Nesbitt leads South Tahoe at State
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/23/2012 - 9:10amLAS VEGAS, Nev. - South Tahoe senior Tyler Nesbitt came within one win of being crowned a state champion, finishing second at the Nevada 3A state tournament over the weekend in Las Vegas. Nesbit...
Politicians returning funds from Nevada developer
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 10:48amLAS VEGAS - Some of Nevada's top politicians, including U.S. Sens. Harry Reid and Dean Heller, are shedding political donations amid reports that a prominent Nevada developer and lobbyist is the ta...
No decision on continuing bear hunt in Tahoe basin
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 10:41amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During a two-day meeting in Las Vegas this weekend, the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners did not decide whether to remove the Lake Tahoe Basin from the state's 2...
Report: Casinos fueled $125B spending in 2010
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/07/2012 - 9:40amLAS VEGAS (AP) - A new report shows that U.S. casinos and the industries that depend on them made a $125 billion economic splash in 2010 - the equivalent of 1 percent of the total U.S. gross domest...
Analysis: Romney win leaves rivals few options
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/06/2012 - 10:05amLAS VEGAS (AP) - Mitt Romney's big win in Nevada four days after his breakthrough victory in Florida spells big trouble for his remaining rivals. Simply put: Is there any way to stop Romney now?The...
Poll puts Romney ahead of Gingrich in Nevada
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/03/2012 - 10:05amLAS VEGAS (AP) - Presidential candidate Mitt Romney had commanding support from prospective Nevada Republican caucus-goers over rival Newt Gingrich just days before the GOP meets to allocate the st...
Patriots favored by Vegas books to win Super Bowl
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/23/2012 - 10:00amLAS VEGAS (AP) - Las Vegas casinos have made the New England Patriots favorites to win the Super Bowl thanks to their national following, a decade of winning and the playoff mystique of quarterback...
Patriots favored by Vegas books to win Super Bowl
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/23/2012 - 10:00amLAS VEGAS (AP) - Las Vegas casinos have made the New England Patriots favorites to win the Super Bowl thanks to their national following, a decade of winning and the playoff mystique of quarterback...
South Tahoe man to compete in MMA fight in Reno
Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/18/2012 - 6:30pm
Ryan McCarthy of South Lake Tahoe will be participating in Fight Republic III in Reno on Jan. 20.
The mixed martial arts fights are at Harrah’s Reno convention center starting at 6:30pm.
Confirmed bouts include:
Matt Lively of Susanville vs. Memo Vazquez of Reno; Steven Livel of Susanville vs. Joey Angelo of Las Vegas; Shawn Goode of Reno [...]
1 man’s campaign to upend Nevada’s tax structure
Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/18/2012 - 3:00pm
By Michael Squires, Las Vegas Sun
A Las Vegas attorney will launch a legal and political effort this week aimed at establishing and funding a parallel state budget, beyond the reach of the Legislature and governor.
Kermitt Waters seeks to place on the November ballot a proposed constitutional amendment calling for a sweeping overhaul of Nevada’s tax [...]
New proposal would exclude Lake Tahoe Basin from Nevada bear hunt
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 01/16/2012 - 11:21pmNevada’s second bear-hunting season would be shorter and no hunting allowed within the Lake Tahoe Basin under new regulations proposed by Nevada wildlife officials.
The proposal will be considered early next month in Las Vegas as the Nevada Wildlife Commission reviews hunting season regulations proposed for black bears and all other big-game animals. Go here for the Reno Gazette-Journal story by Jeff DeLong.
Nevada Think Tank Announces New Case Aimed At U.S. Fish And Wildlife Service
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/16/2012 - 1:35pmCARSON CITY — A conservative Nevada think tank today announced the second case taken on by its Center for Justice and Constitutional Litigation (CJCL), this one aimed at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for allegedly flooding a Pahrump church camp through negligent and illegal work on two streams.
Tahoe Fund Recruiting Founding CEO
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/11/2012 - 10:02am
The non-profit Tahoe Fund has engaged Olive Grove Consulting of Belmont, CA to conduct a search for the Fund’s founding Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Over the next 10 years the CEO will be responsible for raising and distributing $50 million to restore and enhance the Lake, including work on bike trails, restoration projects, interpretive programs, public parks and related projects. Founded in 2010, Tahoe Fund raises private money to supplement the limited public funding available for such efforts.
Nevada Governor Questions $6 Million In Legal Fees To Defend Freeway Construction Lawsuit
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 01/09/2012 - 12:32pmCARSON CITY — A legal firm retained by the state Department of Transportation to defend against a contractor dispute over construction of a section of the Carson City bypass has racked up $6 million in fees so far and the costs could still go higher.
Gov. Brian Sandoval today expressed concern about the amount of legal fees in the case involving a $40 million claim by Utah-based Ames Construction, which built the first phase of the U.S. 395 bypass in the capital that opened in February of 2006.
Revenues Increase But Major Nevada Casinos Lost $4 Billion In FY2011
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/06/2012 - 3:22pmCARSON CITY – Nevada’s major casinos saw total revenues increase to $22 billion last fiscal year, but the 256 properties reported a net loss of just under $4 billion, the Gaming Control Board reported today.
It was the third year of losses in a row. The only other loss since records have been kept came in 2002.
The report, called the Nevada Gaming Abstract, analyzes those casino properties grossing $1 million or more in gaming revenue for the year ending June 30, 2011.
Tahoe, Reno celebrate Elvis Presley's birthday
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/06/2012 - 8:26amHis live appearances at the Las Vegas International (now the Las Vegas Hilton) are the most famous, but his concerts at Del Webb's Sahara Tahoe (now the ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../tahoe-reno-cel...
Online gambling fight now about when, who _ not if
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/03/2012 - 10:29amLAS VEGAS (AP) - The fight to fully legalize online gambling in the U.S. is now less about whether Americans will be able to play and more about who will bring the action to them - and when.A recen...
Nevadans wake up to new rules to live by
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/01/2012 - 10:37pmBy Cy Ryan, Las Vegas Sun. CARSON CITY — The crackdown starts today on motorists who use their cellphones while on the road, and the state starts ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../nevadans-wake-up-to-new-r...
DOJ opinion 'important day' in efforts to legalize
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/30/2011 - 10:46amBy Karoun Demirjian, Las Vegas Sun. WASHINGTON — A Department of Justice opinion released last week declares that Internet gaming transactions are legal ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../doj-opinion-import...
Nevada regulators OK online poker rules
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/25/2011 - 7:52pmLAS VEGAS (AP) - Nevada gambling regulators on Thursday unanimously approved rules that allow companies in the state apply for licenses to operate poker websites, a move that puts Nevada in a posit...
Nevada approves regulations for Internet poker
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/24/2011 - 3:44amBy Richard N. Velotta, Las Vegas Sun. The Nevada Gaming Commission approved the nation's first regulations for Internet poker play Thursday, opening the ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../nevada-approve...
Nevada adopts rules for Internet poker licenses
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 4:03pmLAS VEGAS (AP) - Nevada gambling regulators on Thursday unanimously approved rules that allow companies in the state apply for licenses to operate poker websites, a move that puts Nevada in a posit...
Nevada State Parks celebrates 2012 with free New Year's Day guided hikes
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 11:30amBy Bob Conrad
The Nevada Division of State Parks is sponsoring free, guided hikes in seven state parks on New Year’s Day as part of America’s State Parks First Day Hikes initiative.
First Day Hikes offer individuals and families an opportunity to begin the New Year rejuvenating and connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy hike on January 1, 2012 at a state park close to home.
Report: Fewer traffic deaths in Nevada in 2011
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 8:43amCARSON CITY (AP) - The Nevada Office of Traffic Safety says the number of people killed in traffic accidents in Nevada plunged in 2011.The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports that as of Sunday, 231 pe...
Nevada judge says anti-abortion ballot item legal
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 3:05pmLAS VEGAS (AP) - A Nevada judge has ruled that a conservative group may collect signatures to place an initiative on the November ballot aimed at banning abortions.District Judge James Wilson ruled...
Nevada gas prices down 21 cents
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 3:18pmLAS VEGAS (AP) - Nevada's average gas price is $3.40 per gallon after a month where prices made double-digit dips in all but one region.AAA said Tuesday that their latest number is up 34 cents from...
Federal report: Home flipping drove housing bubble
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 12:17pmLAS VEGAS (AP) - The Federal Reserve Bank of New York says real estate investors drove the housing bubble that led to record foreclosures in Nevada, California, Arizona, Florida and other states.Th...
Stateline casino win up in October
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 12:25pmTahoe in the fall, the tourists keep coming. The Las Vegas Strip was up 13.3 percent, downtown Vegas up 8.1 percent, and Reno down 12.3 percent, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board on Friday....
Stateline casino win up in October
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 11:45amTahoe in the fall, the tourists keep coming. The Las Vegas Strip was up 13.3 percent, downtown Vegas up 8.1 percent, and Reno down 12.3 percent, according ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../stateline-casino...
New license plate to help fund programs
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/06/2011 - 10:40pmBy the Nevada Department of Wildlife
After a five-year journey, the Nevada Department of Wildlife's (NDOW) first-ever license plate has been released!
Proceeds from the sale of the "Conserve Wildlife" plate will provide sorely needed funding for NDOW's wildlife education and volunteer programs.
Nevada tourism officials map future; including 2022 Tahoe Olympics ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 11:15pmBy Richard N. Velotta, Las Vegas Sun. Tourism is a complex machine and its numerous cogs — federal policymakers, state government leaders, convention and visitors bureaus, industry strategists and the...
Nevada Tax Collections Remain On Track Despite Gaming Volatility
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 5:46pm
By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Despite ongoing volatility in Nevada’s gaming industry, strong consumer buying is helping to keep the state’s tax revenues on an even keel four months into the new two-year budget, state officials say.
Top NV marketer: Tourism, business need to agree
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 10:39amLAS VEGAS - A top Las Vegas marketer who produced the city's famed "What happens here, stays here" campaign told state and tourism industry leaders Wednesday that casinos need to work better with o...
Nev. agrees with Calif. to make 2022 Olympics run
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/30/2011 - 4:13pmLAS VEGAS (AP) - Nevada has agreed with officials in California to make a run at hosting the 2022 Winter Olympics at Lake Tahoe, in hopes of bringing the games back to an area where they were held ...
Nevada and California agree to make 2022 Winter Olympic bid
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/30/2011 - 11:56amNevada Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki says Nevada has agreed with officials in California to make a run at hosting the 2022 Winter Olympics at Lake Tahoe. Krolicki made the announcement today to Nevada tourism leaders in Las Vegas. Go here for the story.
Veterans In Politics International Valentines Ball and Gala
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/27/2011 - 7:36am![VIP_Invitation_pg_1_background_LQ[1].jpg](http://southtahoenow.com/sites/southtahoenow.com/files/VIP_Invitation_pg_1_background_LQ[1].jpg "Veterans In Politics International Valentines Ball and Gala")
Event Date:
February 11, 2012 - 5:30pm Veterans In Politics International, Inc. presents the Veterans Valentines Ball and Gala, hosted by the Plaza Hotel and Casino, 1 South Main Street, Las Vegas, Nev. Guests will be received by:
Crowned members of the Miss Nevada Organization including Miss Nevada 2011 Alana Lee, Mrs. Clark County United States 2012 Melissa Jeanne Arias.
— Opening Ceremonies to be performed by Nellis Honor Guard
— National Anthem will be performed by Miss Vanessa Bayot
— Masters of Ceremonies are Miss Rowena Richards of Shine Foundation, and Mr. Les Krifaton of Fox 5
Nevada Tourism Commission welcomes skiers with new winter campaign
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/25/2011 - 7:52pmAs the Silver State enters what appears to be another record-breaking ski season at Lake Tahoe and the Sierra, the Nevada Commission on Tourism has launched an ad campaign geared at winter enthusiasts in several key markets, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki announced Wednesday.
Nevada Governor Orders Transmission Line Construction Assessment For Renewable Energy
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/21/2011 - 8:41pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval issued an executive order on Monday directing a state agency and task force to assess the regional market for Nevada’s renewable energy resources.
'Questionable' call leaves bitter taste for Vikings volleyball
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 12:42pmLAS VEGAS, Nev. - If there was a team on a dream run, it was the South Tahoe Vikings. They ended their season with a win over the eventual state champion, Truckee. They beat Elko on the road during...
Warriors come up short in state final
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 12:33pmLAS VEGAS, Nev. - For the second year in a row, the Whittell volleyball team finished second in state to the Yerington Lions. On Saturday, they lost in three games 25-19, 25-13, 25-17."It looked...
UNLV staves off Nevada rally, wins 71-67
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 12:25pmLAS VEGAS (AP) - Justin Hawkins had 13 points and Chace Stanback added 12 to lead UNLV to a 71-67 win over Nevada, which nearly rallied from an 18-point second-half deficit with 6:36 left in the...
Nevada Governor Makes First Formal Tribal Appointment To Cabinet
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/15/2011 - 3:10pm
By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval today appointed Ted Quasula, chairman of the Nevada Indian Commission, to serve as a member of his cabinet. According to tribal representatives and State Archives, the appointment marks the first time in Nevada history that tribes will have formal representation at the cabinet level.
Whittell volleyball loses to Yerington at State
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/12/2011 - 5:11pmThe Lady Warriors fell to Yerington in three games 25-19, 25-13 and 25-17 in Las Vegas. Whittell is second in state for the second year in a row, while the Lions repeat as 2A state champions. --Whi...
Whittell volleyball heads back to state
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/12/2011 - 10:36amLAS VEGAS, Nev. - The Whittell Warriors are back in the 2A state title game again this year, after defeating Calvary Chapel in four games on Friday night in Las Vegas, 25-19, 25-22, 21-25 and 25...
Nevada Governor Calls For Reassessment Of Homeland Security Funding Priorities
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 1:57am
By Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Gov. Brian Sandoval today called for a reassessment of Nevada’s homeland security priorities given the news that federal funding for the ongoing fight against terrorism could be as much as 47 percent less in the 2012 federal fiscal year compared to last year.
