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Isabella Jaramillo
How baker Isabella Jaramillo built Bet on Bread into a Las Vegas staple by pairing ancient craftsmanship with ruthless operational discipline.
Shanita Dublin Compagne
How Shanita Dublin Compagne turned hot glue, high taste, and family devotion into an expanding event empire.
Savion Tullous
How Savion Tullous transformed personal hardship into Cozy Kindness Foundation, serving hundreds across the Las Vegas valley.
Christina Rau
After two decades in retail, Christina Rau traded the corporate grind for slow-crafted botanicals and sustainable ambition.
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Two Henderson workshops lead into free Friday events and Halloween plans in Las Vegas, with a look ahead to November 6–7.
Akeem Castro
Stepping away from the nightlife grind, DJ Upperhand Keem found his authentic frequency in urban farming, family, and community stewardship.
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Roycen Shepherd
Roycen Shepherd, founder of Sticky Inky, shares how fatherhood and a fresh start in Las Vegas ignited his entrepreneurial drive to build a nationwide brand and a lasting legacy.
Lauren Yamada
Lauren Yamada, founder of ShakaPaws Pet Services, built her business in Las Vegas by prioritizing connection and community over transactions.
Randle Denson
After years of artistic pursuit and corporate climbing, Randle Denson found his true calling amplifying voices and building brands online.
Kalena Kalai
From personal challenges to empowering a community, Kalena Kalai's journey exemplifies leadership rooted in faith, service, and the power of second chances.
Mama Llama
Lindsay, the visionary behind Mama Llama Bakery, transformed a humble home baking project into a burgeoning brand, redefining what's possible for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Janel Raihl
From the Pacific Northwest to the vibrant Las Vegas Arts District, Janel Raihl carves out a unique space, transforming discarded materials into captivating art and fostering community connections.
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Stacey Kepler & Beth Christensen
How two Las Vegas creatives turned unexpected career upheavals into Wild Muse, an approachable haven for hands-on connection.
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How local founders and creatives are redefining success through resilience, family, and honest community work.
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Jeremy Scott Johnson
From East Las Vegas content creator to culinary champion, Jeremy Johnson is turning viral momentum into lasting community equity.
Chad Indrieri
How Chad Indrieri turned an online delivery hustle into a multi-state dessert empire by obsessing over product and people.
Karim Singleton
From New York fashion to Vegas cinema, a veteran creative discovers that reinvention begins the moment you pick up the camera.
Jimmy DePew
Retired Air Force veteran Jimmy DePew bridges the punk scene, recovery circles, and veteran services by refusing to stop showing up.
Shannon Dorn
Native Las Vegan Shannon Dorn has spent decades chronicling the city's creative soul—and building spaces where it can thrive.
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A weekend-focused Las Vegas guide to fall festivals, family outings, cultural celebrations and hands-on training.
Patrick Magill
After a profound personal loss, entrepreneur Patrick Magill transformed his approach to business, finding deeper meaning in community, service, and unwavering commitment.
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Ashley Hogan
After her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis, cosmetic tattoo artist Ashley Hogan found a deeply personal mission in 3D areola restoration, transforming her skills into a source of hope and healing.
Aiyana Castro
At just 18, Aiyana Castro is not only a high school senior and Nevada Youth Commissioner but also the driving force behind a movement empowering young people to reshape their community, one act of kindness at a time.
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October 12–October 18, 2026: Creative reuse, civic participation and spaces to grow in Las Vegas.
Lili Luchkova
Lili Luchkova's journey from television editor to celebrated Las Vegas pastry chef is a testament to artistic reinvention and unwavering resilience.
Mari Davis
After life-altering losses, Mari Davis channeled her grief into Willow & Bloom Co., a fragrance and body care brand making luxury accessible to all.
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A Las Vegas guide to Halloween outings, community resources, racing and a weekend of books, film and public art.
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Michael Andrew Feller Jones
After years in wellness and cannabis advocacy, Michael Andrew Feller Jones found his true calling: helping veterans heal from the root causes of their suffering, one person at a time.
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The Guidrys, DeeAndrea Casaus, Bryanna Green, and Shine City Project bring connection and care into focus.
Spencer Couture
After years in Las Vegas nightlife, Spencer Couture took a leap of faith to bring contemporary street art to the Strip, creating a gallery that challenges perceptions and invites a new generation of collectors.
Edward R Jeffries
From Olympic glory to community impact, adaptive world champion Edward R. Jeffries builds a legacy of resilience and empowerment, one skater at a time.
Krystal Carbonaro-Gallimore
Krystal Carbonaro-Gallimore’s viral journey began in a banana shop and blossomed into a heartfelt mission to celebrate the local businesses that give Las Vegas its unique flavor.
Ashleigh Hughes & Tony Cimino
Ashleigh Hughes and Tony Cimino traded the familiar streets of Illinois for the glittering promise of Las Vegas, transforming a lifelong dream into Tony's Pizzeria, a culinary haven at Pawn Plaza.
Amber Guthery
From a small Iowa town to the vibrant Las Vegas Arts District, Amber Guthery has continuously redefined what it means to be a creative entrepreneur.
Jeff Hanson
From a thoughtful gift to a dedicated mission, Jeff Hanson, known as CactusJeff, is reshaping how Las Vegans appreciate and protect their desert landscape, one majestic succulent at a time.
Bryanna Green
Bryanna Green, founder of GivingBackLV, champions a deeply personal approach to community aid, proving that true impact lies in genuine connection.
Joy Hoover
From a devastating personal loss to reinventing personal safety, Joy Hoover’s journey in Las Vegas is a testament to resilience and unwavering commitment to a safer world.
Sara
From a $15 art show entry to a leading voice in the 18b Arts District, Sara Godbout has not just built a career—she's cultivating a thriving creative ecosystem in Las Vegas.
Dr. Sydney Freggiaro
Dr. Sydney Freggiaro returned to Las Vegas with a vision, defying expectations to cultivate a unique model of naturopathic medicine rooted in resilience and holistic well-being.
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A Las Vegas guide to gallery evenings, fall outings, festivals and live music, with free options and family pricing in the mix.
Levi Schaner
After a personal tragedy, this Las Vegas high school student is empowering peers with vital, life-saving information, transforming loss into a powerful youth-led movement.
DeeAndrea Casaus
From a vibrant New Jersey upbringing to the bustling heart of Henderson, DeeAndrea Casaus, the 'Mama Bear' behind Mama Bear Fudge, masterfully blends entrepreneurial drive with a rich family life.
Forgotten Not Gone
After confronting their own battles, Peter and Kelley Guidry founded Forgotten Not Gone, using adaptive trikes and peer support to empower veterans to reconnect with purpose and community.
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Discovering purpose, resilience, and community in the heart of the desert.
Melissa Salinas
From a demanding corporate role to a beloved cottage bakery, Melissa Salinas proves that passion, community, and a little flour can rise to extraordinary heights in Las Vegas.
Marina Lugo
From making hair dreams come true to empowering community, Marina Lugo is a master of connection, proving that true beauty goes far beyond the salon chair.
Cody Warren
From unexpected detours to deliberate community building, Cody Warren is crafting dynamic spaces where Vegas creatives and entrepreneurs thrive.
Rudy Hernandez
Rudy Hernandez Jr. and his wife Nohely are bringing authentic Mexican churros and a taste of Jalisco to the Las Vegas culinary scene, one sweet treat at a time.
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BingleJoy, the visionary behind Muse in Motion, traded the familiar comforts of Guam for the unpredictable energy of Las Vegas, forging a path defined by courage, creativity, and profound transformation.
Tarion Young
From stage lights to herbal remedies, Tarion Young cultivates wellness and calm, one cup of adaptogenic tea at a time, for Las Vegas.