Heidi Kyser

The mighty Colorado River runs 1,400 miles, providing everything from crop irrigation to outdoor recreation for people in seven U.S. states and Mexico. A century ago, leaders of those states — divided into two basins, Upper and Lower — hammered out an agreement for managing Colorado River water, a landmark multi-state cooperative deal at the time. But major parts of that agreement, which has evolved significantly over the decades, are set to expire later this year.

People love their pets like family — regardless of how much money they have to spend on them. So, what happens when the dog or cat needs lifesaving care? It can lead to tough decisions, particularly in the current economy. There is some help out there. Nonprofit organizations in Nevada work to provide lower cost pet care to owners. They often focus on preventative services to intervene and minimize complications early on.

The Las Vegas Convention Center's expansion and renovation was completed earlier this year. So, how does it play into the overall Las Vegas economy? The LVCC, as locals call it, is a hub for events in Southern Nevada, most notably conventions such as CES (Consumer Electronic Show) and NAB (the National Association of Broadcasters) Show.