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By Tom Loranger, TFG Washington, DC

The Trump Administration recently announced its Advancing American Kidney Health initiative, an ambitious plan designed to confront the epidemic of kidney disease by, among other steps, incentivizing home dialysis treatment and kidney transplantation (dialysis is the process of removing toxins, water, etc. from the blood of people whose kidneys no longer perform this function.  For those with kidney failure, otherwise known as End-Stage Renal Disease or ESRD, dialysis or transplants are the only life-saving options).  The Administration’s unprecedented focus on kidney disease won praise from The Rogosin Institute, a New York City-based hospital that treats more than 20,000 patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and close to 2,000 patients with ESRD.

Kidney disease in the United States is a growing, complex and expensive problem that is at epidemic levels.  Indeed, the statistics are alarming: almost forty million Americans are living with some degree of chronic kidney disease; more than 750,000 suffer from kidney failure (with 500,000 on dialysis); more than 120,000 Americans are diagnosed with kidney failure each year; and almost 100,000 patients are currently waiting for a kidney transplant.  The cost of caring for American patients with kidney disease represents 23 percent of the Medicare budget (or about $115 billion per year).  The dramatic rise in kidney failure is largely attributable to the corresponding increase in two chronic diseases that are leading risk factors for kidney failure: diabetes and hypertension.

The Administration’s plan has three fundamental goals:  “going upstream” to confront the disease earlier in order to reduce kidney failure; treating more patients in the home setting (versus in-center); and making more kidneys available for transplant. As Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar said, “Decades of paying for sickness and procedures in kidney care, rather than paying for health, have produced less-than-satisfactory outcomes at a tremendous cost. “

The Rogosin Institute, a pioneer in the field of kidney care, including transplantation, has been largely supportive of the initiative, which involves nationwide demonstration programs including a mandatory model.  In a letter to HHS, Dr. Barry Smith, President and CEO of Rogosin, and Dr. Jeffrey Silberzweig, the Chief Medical Officer, said, “We greatly appreciate the Administration’s Initiative with its inclusion of programs to slow the progression of CKD, improve access to, and quality of, patient-centered treatment options, with a special emphasis on increasing home dialysis and improved access to kidney transplantation.  These are programs that are clearly moving in the right direction.” 

The initiative was greeted with largely bi-partisan support. However, Rogosin, and many other stakeholders, expressed concerns over the scope of the mandatory model, the manner in which home dialysis and transplantation are measured in the model, and certain problematic payment mechanisms.  Rogosin is hopeful that the Administration addresses these issues prior to program implementation. 

It’s little wonder that The Rogosin Institute would embrace innovative care initiatives.  Under the leadership of Dr. Smith, Rogosin has made “awareness and prevention” of kidney disease central to its mission. 

Dr. Smith said, “At Rogosin, we have a passion for improving the treatment of disease but also for enhancing the quality of the lives of people with kidney disease.  By that I mean doing more than treating patients at our facilities; I mean going into communities and homes to impact the lives of people in a positive way.”

The Rogosin Institute hopes that the American Kidney Health Initiative will bolster these objectives by fundamentally changing the way kidney disease is treated.  Patients currently suffering from this terrible disease – and future generations who might also do so – deserve no less.

NOTE:  The Rogosin Institute is an independent, not-for-profit institution for the research, treatment and prevention of kidney disease.  Rogosin has clinical facilities in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens and facilities for diabetes and cancer research in Xenia, Ohio.  Rogosin is affiliated with the New York-Presbyterian Hospital (NYP) and Weill Cornell Medical College. It is a Sponsored Member of the New York Presbyterian Regional Hospital Network.  The founder of Rogosin performed the first hemodialysis in the New York metropolitan area in 1957 and, in collaboration with the NYP surgeons, the first living-related kidney-donor transplant in 1963.  Rogosin has recently established a laboratory of Kidney Regenerative Medicine to develop kidney stem-cell organoids to repair damaged kidneys and ultimately build new kidneys so that every person who needs a new kidney can have one promptly and return to a full, normal, and productive life.

For more information on The Rogosin Institute, please visit www.rogosin.org.

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The tweet MUST, in the sole discretion of Sponsor:

• Be written in English;

The tweet must NOT, in the sole discretion of Sponsor:

• Contain language that violates or infringes upon another’s rights, including but not limited to privacy, publicity or intellectual property rights (including, without limitation, trademark or copyright infringement), without permission;
• Disparage Sponsor or its products or services, Sponsor’s competitors or their products or services, or any other person or party affiliated with the Sweepstakes;
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6. Random Prize Drawing/Prizes/Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”): On or about one business (1) day after the Sweepstakes Period has ended, Administrator, an independent judging agency, shall perform a prize drawing (the “Prize Drawing”), from among all eligible Entries received throughout the Sweepstakes Period, in order to select four (4) potential prize (“Prize”) winners. There will be four (4) Prize winners total and two swag items for the winner. Once confirmed, as detailed below, each Prize winner will receive one (1) twenty-dollar ($20) Dunkin’ Donuts Gift cards The ARV of each Prize is $20 dollars ($20). The total ARV for all Prizes is one hundred dollars ($100). In the event there are not enough eligible Entries into the Prize Drawing to award all applicable Prize(s), Sponsor retains the right only to award as many Prize(s) as there are eligible Entries. The decisions of Administrator and Sponsor are final and binding on all matters relating to this Sweepstakes. Odds of winning a Prize are dependent upon the total number of eligible Entries received during the Sweepstakes Period. There is a limit of one (1) Prize per person, throughout the entire Sweepstakes Period. In no event will Sponsor be responsible for awarding more than the stated number of Prizes herein. Prize conditions may be added or modified by companies providing those portions of the Prize. The Prize restrictions/conditions stated herein are not all-inclusive. No transfer, substitution or cash equivalent for any Prize in whole or in part will be permitted, except at Sponsor’s sole discretion due to prize unavailability for any reason, and only then for a prize of greater or equal value determined by Sponsor shall be allowed.
7. Prize Winner Notification/Verification: All potential Prize winners must comply with these Official Rules as published in order to be confirmed as an official winner and accept a Prize. Sponsor and/or Administrator will not accept any screen shots or other proof of time of tweet in lieu of their verification process, and all decisions of Sponsor/Administrator are final and binding. On or about one business (1) days after the Sweepstakes Period has ended, Sponsor or Administrator will notify the potential Prize winner via a direct message from @DunkinDonutsLV to the potential Prize winner’s Twitter Account used to enter the Sweepstakes (note: in order to receive such direct message, you must (a) be following @DunkinDonutsLV and (b) may have to have your account settings set to “unprotected” or “public”). Upon notification or notification attempt, the potential Prize winners will be required to respond to such direct message to the email address provided, accepting the Prize and providing their physical and/or email address (as requested), for prize delivery purposes, within three (3) calendar days of such notification or notification attempt, or the Prize will be forfeited, and an alternate potential Prize winner will be selected and notified. Sponsor will attempt to contact the potential Prize winner two (2) times during the three (3) calendar day period. If in any instance, notification attempt(s) for a potential Prize winner fail for any reason, or if a potential Prize winner is found to have not complied with these Official Rules, such Prize will be forfeited and an alternate potential Prize winner will be selected from among remaining eligible Entries for the applicable Prize Drawing, if any. Acceptance of a Prize constitutes permission for the Sponsor and its designees to use the name, Twitter account information, actual or simulated likenesses, biographical information, city, state, opinions, and prize information of Prize winner(s) in connection with the Sweepstakes and the exploitation thereof (including, without limitation, for advertising and promotional purposes), in perpetuity, throughout the universe, in all media, without additional compensation, unless prohibited by law. Further, winners shall indemnify the Released Parties from any claims, damages, liabilities and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from breach of these Official Rules. In the event of a dispute as to any Prize winner, the authorized account holder of the email address used to register at www.Twitter.com will be deemed to be the entrant. The “authorized account holder” is the natural person assigned an email address by an Internet access provider, online service provider or other organization responsible for assigning email addresses for the domain associated with the submitted address.
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Planet 13 Superstore, the World’s Largest Cannabis Entertainment Complex, Opening in Las Vegas November 2018
Las Vegas’ new dispensary will be anchored by world-class experiences and product innovation

Las Vegas, Nevada – July 19, 2018 – Planet 13 Holdings Inc. (CSE: PLTH) (“Planet 13” or the “Company”), a leading vertically-integrated Nevada cannabis company announced today the official groundbreaking at its Planet 13 Superstore. Anticipated to be among the world’s largest cannabis dispensaries, Planet 13 Superstore will offer visitors from around the globe a unique experience when the destination opens in November 2018. Planet 13 Superstore will be located at 2548 W. Desert Inn Rd., only a few steps away from the famed Las Vegas Strip.

Brought to life by Co-CEOs Robert Groesbeck and Larry Scheffler, the new entertainment complex will be unveiled in phases, with the first phase to be completed and open to the public in November 2018. Phase 1 will be more than 40,000 square feet and includes a multi-faceted entertainment space featuring interactive attractions and more than 16,500 square feet of cannabis retail space.

“We have already generated a loyal following of Las Vegas customers at our current dispensary location and we are confident that the Superstore will be a strong draw for the 55 million visitors from around the world that come to the city each year,” said Robert Groesbeck, Co-CEO and board member of Planet 13. “With Phase 1 of the project fully funded, under construction, and on time, we are excited to showcase the unparalleled interactive entertainment and product lines we will have available for guests in the coming months.”

The new destination will weave together an unparalleled dispensary experience, complete with 45-50 registers to serve the large number of anticipated visitors with state-of-the-art technology and interactive entertainment. As guests approach the complex they will be greeted by 13, 15-foot-tall LED lotus flowers on the roof of the building. Made of acrylic leaves and metal stems, the lotus flowers can be controlled by visitors, making them interactive pieces of art. The control panels will be located near the sophisticated outdoor water feature that is branded Planet 13. Customers can explore these features before heading into the lobby where they can experience the sensory-activated LED flooring that creates an interactive show while guests are walking on it. The attractions continue once guests move inside the main portion of the complex where they’ll view a glowing aerial orb show high above the dispensary floor. There’s also interactive laser graffiti where visitors can leave their mark with unique writings and drawings. Guests also will be mesmerized by the 3D Projection Visual Experience where numerous 3D visuals are projected onto walls.

For more information, please visit https://www.planet13holdings.com/ and follow on Instagram planet13dispensary, Facebook Planet 13 Las Vegas and Twitter @Planet13lv.

For further inquiries, please contact:

Media Contacts
Latoya Bembry / Krista Gilbertson
The Ferraro Group
Latoya@theferrarogroup.com / 702-278-1000
Krista@theferrarogroup.com / 702-232-4139

Investor Relations Contacts

Jonathan Ross
Lode Rock Advisors Inc., Planet 13 Investor Relations
jon.ross@loderockadvisors.com
416-283-0178                                                                                        

Robert Groesbeck or Larry Scheffler
Co-Chief Executive Officers
ir@planet13lasvegas.com

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About Planet 13
Planet 13 (www.planet13holdings.com) is a vertically integrated cannabis company based in Nevada, with award-winning cultivation, production and dispensary operations in Las Vegas – the entertainment capital of the world. Planet 13’s mission is to build a recognizable global brand known for world class dispensary operations, and a creator of innovative cannabis products. Planet 13’s shares trade on the Canadian Stock Exchange (CSE) under the symbol PLTH.

U.S. Disclaimer
The securities described herein have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”) or any state securities laws and accordingly may not be offered or sold within the United States or to “U.S. persons”, as such term is defined in Regulation S promulgated under the U.S. Securities Act (“U.S. Persons”), except in compliance with the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities requirements or pursuant to exemptions therefrom. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the Company’s securities to, or for the account or benefit of, persons in the United States or U.S. Persons.

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This news release contains “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” (collectively, “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of the applicable Canadian securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release. Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as “expects”, or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, “plans”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “forecasts”, “estimates”, “believes” or “intends” or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results “may” or “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements. In this news release, forward looking-statements relate, among other things, future expansion plans and the opening of Phase I of the Superstore in November 2018.

These forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions and estimates of management of the Company at the time such statements were made. Actual future results may differ materially as forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to materially differ from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors, among other things, include: final regulatory and other approvals or consents; fluctuations in general macroeconomic conditions; fluctuations in securities markets; expectations regarding the size of the Nevada cannabis market and changing consumer habits; the ability of the Company to successfully achieve its business objectives; plans for expansion; political and social uncertainties; inability to obtain adequate insurance to cover risks and hazards; and the presence of laws and regulations that may impose restrictions on cultivation, production, distribution and sale of cannabis and cannabis related products in the State of Nevada; and employee relations. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management of the Company believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure shareholders that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking statements, as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release. The Company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements of beliefs, opinions, projections, or other factors, should they change, except as required by law.

The Company is indirectly involved in the manufacture, possession, use, sale and distribution of cannabis in the recreational and medicinal cannabis marketplace in the United States through its subsidiary MM Development Company, Inc. (“MMDC”). Local state laws where MMDC operates permit such activities however, these activities are currently illegal under United States federal law. Additional information regarding this and other risks and uncertainties relating to the Company’s business are contained under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Listing Statement dated May 24, 2018 filed on its issuer profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.

Feeding Fall Cravings: Dunkin’ Donuts’ Pumpkin and Maple Pecan Flavored Coffees Return by August 27 Along with New Items for Autumn

In addition to eagerly-anticipated coffees, new Maple Cream Cheese Spread, Belgian Waffle Breakfast Sandwich and more join Dunkin’s fall menu

LAS VEGAS, NV (August 15, 2018) – Ahead of leaves turning and temps cooling, Dunkin’ Donuts is brewing a first taste of fall and bringing back eagerly-anticipated favorite flavors of the season. Dunkin’ announced today that the company’s classic coffees featuring pumpkin and maple pecan flavors will be back before the end of August, along with a mouthwatering menu that offers both new and returning beverages, baked goods, snacks and sandwiches to fulfill fans’ fall cravings on-the-go, any time of day.

Coming to participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide no later than August 27, this year’s delicious fall-inspired lineup includes:

• Pumpkin flavored and Maple Pecan flavored coffees: Dunkin’ Donuts’ Pumpkin flavored and Maple Pecan flavored coffees headline the brand’s autumn array as perfect ways to stay energized leading up to fall and throughout the season. Both flavors are available in Dunkin’s full line of coffees, including hot or iced coffee, espresso beverages, Frozen Coffee and Cold Brew coffee.
• NEW Maple Cream Cheese Spread: With new Maple Cream Cheese Spread, Dunkin’ brings this popular taste of the season to its selection of creamy and delicious cream cheese spreads for guests to enjoy on their favorite bagel variety.
• NEW Apple Crisp Donut: For a satisfying and sweet fall donut treat, Dunkin’s new Apple Crisp Donut features Apple filling, frosted with caramel icing and topped with crispy sweet oat topping.
• Belgian Waffle Breakfast Sandwich: Fans wild about waffles can celebrate fall with Dunkin’s breakfast sandwich featuring the perfect blend of maple, bacon and savory, buttery waffle. The Belgian Waffle Breakfast Sandwich offers a double portion of sweet caramelized Maple Sugar Bacon, egg and American Cheese, served between classic golden Belgian Waffles with deep ridges. For another on-the-go breakfast sandwich choice, Dunkin’s Maple Sugar Bacon Breakfast Sandwich brings eggs, American Cheese and a double serving of Maple Sugar Bacon served on a warm, flaky croissant.
• Pumpkin Donut and Muffin: The brand will once again offer one of the largest varieties of pumpkin choices of any national restaurant chain, available all day long for a perfect fall treat any time. Back this fall are Dunkin’ Donuts’ Pumpkin Donut, a glazed pumpkin cake donut that can also be enjoyed as bite-size MUNCHKINS® donut hole treats, as well as Dunkin’ Donuts’ Pumpkin Muffin, a pumpkin spiced autumn delight topped with white icing and sweet streusel crumbs.
• Pumpkin flavored K-Cup® pods and packaged coffee:  Finally, for fall brew-at-home options, Dunkin’ Donuts Pumpkin flavored K-Cup® pods and Dunkin’ Donuts’ Pumpkin flavored packaged coffee will be available at participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants, in grocery and other retailers nationwide as well as online at http://shop.dunkindonuts.com.
• Festive Fall Donut: For a donut that celebrates the colors of the season in a sweet way, the Festive Fall Donut is back, featuring red icing and chocolate and orange sprinkles.

In addition to the fall lineup, Dunkin’ Donuts has recently introduced the new Dunkin’ Run menu of $2 snacks to make running on Dunkin’ even better. Created to pair perfectly with Dunkin’ Donuts’ signature beverages and provide guests with craveable new choices for on-the-go treats ideal for mornings, afternoons or evenings, the new Dunkin’ Run menu includes Donut Fries, Ham & Cheese Roll-ups, Pretzel Bites & Mustard, Waffle Breaded Chicken Tenders, and Dunkin’s first-ever nationwide gluten-free bakery product, the Fudge Brownie.

To learn more about Dunkin’ Donuts, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com, or subscribe to the Dunkin’ Donuts blog to receive notifications at https://news.dunkindonuts.com/blog.

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About Dunkin’ Donuts
Founded in 1950, Dunkin’ Donuts is America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods. Dunkin’ Donuts is a market leader in the hot regular/decaf/flavored coffee, iced regular/decaf/flavored coffee, donut, bagel and muffin categories. Dunkin’ Donuts has earned a No. 1 ranking for customer loyalty in the coffee category by Brand Keys for 12 years running. The company has more than 12,600 restaurants in 46 countries worldwide. Based in Canton, Mass., Dunkin’ Donuts is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) family of companies. For more information, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com.

Media Contacts:
Latoya Bembry / Krista Gilbertson
The Ferraro Group
Latoya@theferrarogroup.com / Krista@theferrarogroup.com

WHO:
Western Elite, WGU Nevada

WHAT:
In an effort to support the free “Little Libraries” free book exchange that debuted in 2017, Western Elite, a southern Nevada leader in construction waste and recycling, is holding a book drive to benefit the community project. The books ultimately benefit elementary schools in the Las Vegas Valley that are in need of books for students.

“Take a book, leave a book” is the general idea behind the “Little Libraries” free book exchange, which is to encourage reading for all ages, promote community involvement, improve literacy rates, and increase access to books in areas around the city. One of the main sponsors for the “Little Libraries” is WGU Nevada.

New and gently used books – for both children and adults – can be brought to Western Elite’s Nellis location from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. August 6 through Sept. 28. All books collected will be used to keep the “Little Libraries” stocked throughout the year.

WHEN:
August 6 – September 28, 2018
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

WHERE:
Western Elite
2745 N. Nellis Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV, 89115

CONTACT:
To schedule any on-site interviews during this time, please contact Krista Gilbertson – The Ferraro Group – Office: 702.367.7771/ Cell: 702.232.4139

As more and more attention is drawn to palliative care in America, The Elaine P. Wynn & Family Foundation (EPWFF) continues to be a leader in supporting services for those dealing with chronic illness with a generous donation of $568,000 to Nathan Adelson Hospice’s Elaine Wynn Palliative Care Program (EWPCP).

Now celebrating its 40^th anniversary of providing care to Southern Nevada, Nathan Adelson Hospice is an industry leader in palliative care and its principles. The EWPCP was founded in 2007, and has helped an estimated 16,000-plus individuals both at home and in facilities.

The goal of the EWPCP is to improve the quality of life for patients and their family members facing the debilitating physical, emotional, and social issues associated with an advanced illness. This program provides a unique and innovative interdisciplinary approach to care coordination across settings.

“The Elaine P. Wynn & Family Foundation is known for both their generosity and their vision,” said Nathan Adelson Hospice President and CEO, Carole Fisher. “Continuing their commitment to this crucial and still often-misunderstood program helps ensure everyone in our community has access to the dignity and care needed during the end of their journey.”

Only months after former First Lady Barbara Bush brought attention to her own situation by choosing to seek palliative care after her terminal diagnosis, palliative care and its benefits have begun to be topics among the general public.

The (EPWFF) donation will decrease unnecessary suffering and improve the quality of life for our community’s most fragile by providing:

• Expert management of pain and other symptoms
• Guidance for patients and their families in developing a personal, patient-centered plan of care based on true understanding of disease management and progression, treatment choices, and the right to advocate one’s personal interpretation of quality of life
• Coordination of care with health care providers, insurance companies and other community resources
• Emotional support and clinical guidance for patients and families
• Opportunities for families to better understand decision-making challenges and communicate their choices to their loved ones before a healthcare crisis
• Team-based planning
• Assist with transition to hospice care when the patient’s prognosis is limited and life expectancy is less than 6 months

About Nathan Adelson Hospice

Nathan Adelson Hospice, the trusted partner in hospice care and palliative medicine for 40 years, is the largest non-profit hospice in Southern Nevada, caring for an average of 400 hospice and palliative care patients daily. In 1978, Nathan Adelson Hospice began providing home care hospice service in Southern Nevada with the mission to offer patients and their loved ones with comprehensive end-of-life care and influence better care for all in the community.  In 1983, Nathan Adelson Hospice opened an in-patient hospice in Las Vegas, and today the hospice is recognized as a national model for superior hospice care. The mission of the hospice is to be the Hospice of Choice, the Employer of Preference and a Training Center of Excellence for comprehensive end of life care.  Its vision is simple: no one should end the journey of life alone, afraid or in pain.

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Western Elite Contracts with Future Las Vegas Stadium for Partial Waste Management Efforts

LAS VEGAS – July 5, 2018 – Western Elite, southern Nevada’s leader in construction waste and recycling, recently announced it has been chosen as one of the companies handling waste services for the $1.8 billion Las Vegas Stadium set to open in late 2019.

Currently in its first stages of construction, the future Las Vegas stadium sits on 62 acres of land near Las Vegas Boulevard and Russell Road. It will be the eighth largest stadium in the world with a capacity to hold 65,000 visitors.

Throughout the course of the next two years of construction, the stadium is estimated to produce 12,000 tons of waste that Western Elite will assist with eliminating. The company also will help with the stadium’s recycling needs.

“Western Elite is excited to take part in this historic project in Las Vegas,” said Western Elite Vice President Scott Seastrand. “Our waste and recycling teams will help make sure all the needs are met in a quality fashion.”

About Western Elite
Western Elite is Nevada’s premiere waste management and recycling company. As one of the most prominent recyclers in Nevada, 100 percent of all collected waste materials are sorted for recycling materials before shipment to the landfill.

Western Elite’s state-of-the-art, 393,000 square-foot facility features the latest technology in engineering and operations, allowing for a complete solution for the collection, storage, removal, recycling and landfill disposal of waste. For more information, visit www.westernelite.com.

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