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Los Angeles fires have scorched largest urban area in California in at least 40 years

Philippine Times — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:00:12 +0800

Two wildfires still burning in Los Angeles have torched more urban area than any other fire in the state since at least the mid-1980s, an Associated Press analysis shows. The Eaton and Palisades fires that erupted ...

Hurricanes surge in third period, hand Golden Knights 2nd straight loss

Philippine Times — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:00:11 +0800

Back-to-back goals in the first six minutes of the third period gave the Carolina Hurricanes a 3-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday ...

Rare Nevada species could gain endangerment protections

Philippine Times — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:00:10 +0800

Three rare Nevada species may warrant protections under the Endangered Species Act, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said ...

Some AVN attendees passing on Las Vegas event due to strike

Philippine Times — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:00:09 +0800

Promoting yourself at the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo, the industry’s largest trade show, is no cheap task. It’s one of the most important weeks of the year in the industry, but some models are considering skipping this year’s ...

Stone: Golden Knights can benefit from adversity

Philippine Times — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:00:09 +0800

The Vegas Golden Knights have dropped five of their last six games, most recently falling to the host Chicago Blackhawks 5-3 on Saturday.

Cortez Masto presses energy secretary nominee on future of Yucca Mountain

Philippine Times — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 23:00:11 +0800

U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., asked President-elect Donald Trump’s energy secretary nominee, Chris Wright, to acknowledge the “failed Yucca Mountain project is ...

Bring them back: Five free agents the Raiders should re&sign

Philippine Times — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 23:00:10 +0800

A day before he was ultimately fired as the Raiders’ coach, Antonio Pierce described one upcoming meeting as “critical” to set the team on the right path heading into the offseason.

Denying access to competition betrays the soul of every athlete

Philippine Times — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 23:00:09 +0800

Politicizing sports has never really worked out for the athlete, but it certainly exacerbates the complexities that already exist.

New Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley ‘hits the ground running’

Philippine Times — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 23:00:08 +0800

The Weekly sat down with Berkley to discuss her priorities for 2025, issues like homelessness and regional development and more.

No 'big picture' concern from Cassidy after Golden Knights second straight loss

Philippine Times — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:00:10 +0800

The Golden Knights dropped their second straight game with a 2-1 defeat Saturday to the visiting New York Rangers, but coach Bruce Cassidy isn’t panicking.

AI is already shaping the future of Las Vegas’ hospitality industry

Philippine Times — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:00:09 +0800

As visitors repeatedly come to Las Vegas, locals who work at the resorts get to know them better and better. But why shouldn’t that same experience extend to someone’s first time in town? ...

Fade the favorite: Why the Chiefs are less likely than betting odds indicate to win another Super Bowl

Philippine Times — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:00:15 +0800

The Kansas City Chiefs stand on the precipice of history going into this year’s NFL playoffs with a chance to win a third consecutive Super Bowl. No franchise has ever pulled off that feat, but few have found themselves in a position as outwardly advantageous as Kansas City’s in this year’s postseason.

Nevada lawmakers have hand in proposal for bipartisan border security

Philippine Times — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:00:12 +0800

U.S. Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nev., is proposing a bill that calls for structural changes to how the Department of Homeland Security conducts southern border operations, her office said today.

Exhibitors tout sustainability in their advanced technology at Las Vegas CES

Philippine Times — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:00:11 +0800

Visitors come to the CES show in Las Vegas for a peek at the newest gadgets, salivating over the latest technological advances to make everything from transportation to health care more efficient. Officials with ...

UNLV Student Spotlight of the Month: Basic Academy's Silvian David

Philippine Times — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:00:10 +0800

Silvian David walks around the courtyard at Basic Academy and is greeted by many classmates. Most students ...

Veteran telling the story of hidden health risks at Nevada Test Site

Philippine Times — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 23:00:11 +0800

Veterans working at the Nevada Test and Training Range can’t prove they were there due to their classified work, leaving them unable to get any federal support ...

Live coverage: Chargers dispatch Raiders with ease in regular season finale

Philippine Times — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 23:00:11 +0800

The Raiders finished with a 4-13 record — the franchise’s worst mark since going 3-13 in 2014 — and head into an uncertain offseason. Antonio Pierce might be one-and-done ...

Forecasting 2025: What the year will bring in Las Vegas sports

Philippine Times — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 23:00:10 +0800

Every year is a big year in sports for Las Vegas, as the city continues its decade-long boom on the courts, fields, rinks and tracks.

Touro medical students gaining experience without risk

Philippine Times — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 23:00:09 +0800

Touro University’s clinical simulation center is the first in Nevada to achieve full accreditation from the prestigious Society for Simulation in Healthcare.

CES shows promise as convention industry continues COVID recovery

Philippine Times — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 23:00:07 +0800

The tech industry will once again take over the Las Vegas Strip this week, as tens of thousands of attendees flock to CES, the world’s largest gadget show ...

Forecasting sports: Here’s what 2025 could bring for the Golden Knights, Aces, Raiders, Las Vegas Grand Prix and more

Philippine Times — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 23:00:12 +0800

For this year’s annual predictions piece, let’s go through a handful of our biggest teams and staples and guess what the next 12 months will bring.

Las Vegas tourism chief talks monorail’s future, another Super Bowl and convention attendance

Philippine Times — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 23:00:11 +0800

The Las Vegas Monorail has been transporting passengers in the Resort Corridor for the past two decades ...

Government caught between tribes in casino battle

Philippine Times — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 23:00:10 +0800

Nearly a decade ago, members of a Northern California Native American tribe, the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians, made a big bet when they bought ...

Our Las Vegas wish list for 2025 and beyond

Philippine Times — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 23:00:09 +0800

From vital community infrastructure to electrifying arcades, here are things we’d like to see come together this year and in the future to improve our great community.

Halfway through season, Golden Knights understand target is on their back

Philippine Times — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 23:00:08 +0800

The start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is still three months away, but teams are starting to circle the Vegas Golden Knights on their schedules ...

Las Vegas welcomes 2025 with entertainment, fireworks

Philippine Times — Wed, 01 Jan 2025 23:00:11 +0800

In the final seconds before a new year, hundreds of thousands of visitors on the Las Vegas Strip joined the countdown. They screamed in unison, “10, nine, eight ...” until 2025 arrived. Visitors exchanged hugs and kisses as the clock hit midnight ...

Plaza’s fireworks display to light up downtown Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Wed, 01 Jan 2025 23:00:11 +0800

The Plaza in downtown will blast fireworks from its rooftop for an eighth consecutive year, adding a punch to the party at the Fremont Street Experience. It is the only downtown property planning for fireworks ...

Golden Knights near perfect December spoiled on final day

Philippine Times — Wed, 01 Jan 2025 23:00:09 +0800

The Golden Knights were playing some of the best hockey this season, even missing a first-line forward, Ivan Barbashev, for most of those games. However, Vegas' December ended ...

New Nevada law that takes effect today aims for fair wages for workers with disabilities

Philippine Times — Wed, 01 Jan 2025 23:00:08 +0800

A Nevada law going into effect today that phases out subminimum wage payments to employees with disabilities is being celebrated by advocates. The change is the result of Assembly Bill 259, which prohibits ...

Pubs replicate arena atmosphere for fans during VGK broadcasts

Philippine Times — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 23:00:08 +0800

The sounding of a horn to signal a home goal has become a staple in the NHL since Bill Wirtz, the then-owner of the Chicago Blackhawks, started the tradition in ...

Clash between Raiders, Saints tarnished by injury, teams' irrelevance

Philippine Times — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 23:00:07 +0800

No game on the Raiders’ schedule shaped up as intriguing as this one at the beginning of the season but those expectations won’t be met.

UNLV transfer Jayden Maiava makes USC quarterback situation more interesting

Philippine Times — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:00:10 +0800

The sophomore transfer from UNLV, promoted to QB1 largely to determine if he’s the answer for USC going forward, provided plenty of evidence to suggest so.

Helicopter will conduct radiological surveys ahead of Las Vegas Grand Prix

Philippine Times — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:00:10 +0800

The helicopter, which will travel at “relatively low levels,” is equipped with radiation-sensing technology that can provide real-time measurements of both air and ground radiation contamination ...

Las Vegas Strip&area businesses continue to bemoan F1’s costly effects

Philippine Times — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:00:09 +0800

For a group of businesses near the Las Vegas Strip, road construction and closures for this week’s Las Vegas Grand Prix continue to be costly. Lisa Mayo-DeRiso, a spokesperson for several of those businesses, calls the effects from ...

Lois Tarkanian, education champion and staunch supporter of UNLV basketball, dies at 90

Philippine Times — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:00:08 +0800

Lois Tarkanian, who devoted her life to promoting public education in Las Vegas and supporting the players on her husband’s college basketball teams, died peacefully Sunday. She was 90.

Golden Knights open longest trip of the season

Philippine Times — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:00:07 +0800

The Vegas Golden Knights will begin their longest road trip of the season 4:30 p.m. today at Toronto to open a five-game road swing.

'Job's not finished': Arbor View advances to state football title game

Philippine Times — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:00:11 +0800

Seconds after the Arbor View High football team put the finishing touches on a 37-21 victory against Coronado in the Class 5A, Division-I state semifinals, the public address announcer ...

Canyon Springs, Mojave to play for Class 4A football title

Philippine Times — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:00:10 +0800

Mojave’s defense stopped Losee on the 5-yard line in the final seconds to secure the win and advance to face Canyon Springs Nov. 26 for the Class 4A state title at Allegiant Stadium ...

Shorthanded Golden Knights found way to win through veteran mentality

Philippine Times — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:00:09 +0800

The Vegas Golden Knights were at a disadvantage before they hit the ice against the Utah Hockey Club on Friday.

Progress reported in reducing homelessness among veterans in Nevada, US

Philippine Times — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:00:08 +0800

Nicholas Barr, a professor at UNLV studying veteran homelessness, cautioned against reading too much into the raw data. The one-day count ...

Las Vegas Grand Prix responds to 2023 concerns with tweaks, upgrades

Philippine Times — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:00:07 +0800

Race officials say the Las Vegas Grand Prix, ready for its second run, has evolved as an event ...

Golden Knights' loss 'not on' Hill despite getting pulled in 2nd period

Philippine Times — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 23:00:11 +0800

Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill's exit from Monday's game against the Carolina Hurricanes was a surprise to almost everyone in the building.

Metro: Heavy police presence planned for Las Vegas Grand Prix

Philippine Times — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 23:00:10 +0800

Metro Police have spent “countless hours” listening to community feedback and planning to ensure residents and tourists are safe during the Las Vegas Grand Prix event next week, officials said.

Made in Vegas: Dedicated local craftspeople are keeping the tradition of their trades alive

Philippine Times — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 23:00:09 +0800

From the neon benders who light up the city to the blacksmiths who design set pieces for our Strip shows, these are the local craftspeople who use their trades to handcraft Las Vegas’ identity.

Immigrant advocates in Nevada prepare for ‘reign of terror’ in second Trump presidency

Philippine Times — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 23:00:09 +0800

Nevada is the state with the highest share of households that include an unauthorized immigrant—9% of Nevada households are mixed status.

Poker star reflects on a decade in in the game and looks ahead to what’s next

Philippine Times — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 23:00:09 +0800

Unlike many players who log millions of hands online, Spragg moved to Las Vegas and learned how to play live in some of the most famous poker rooms in the world.

Voter ID question in Nevada had broad support, but campaign to prevent it hasn’t yet begun

Philippine Times — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 23:00:11 +0800

You already need to show identification when registering to vote; signatures are verified when casting a ballot.

Family’s advocacy helped get amendment to Nevada Constitution over finish line

Philippine Times — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 23:00:10 +0800

The antiquated language in the Nevada Constitution, which was adopted in 1864, contains terms that are “discriminating, stigmatizing or derogatory” toward people with disabilities ...

Golden Knights' offense thrives in season's first month

Philippine Times — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 23:00:10 +0800

The Golden Knights exited the first month of the season with a desired record: 9-3-1 through Friday is a great start. Vegas went undefeated ...

Cybersecurity program at UNLV new but already among nation's best

Philippine Times — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 23:00:09 +0800

The master of science in cybersecurity program at UNLV launched in 2021 with a handful of students. Now, it’s graduated nearly seven times that and recently came in second on a ranking of master’s in cybersecurity programs for 2025 by Fortune.

Housing, entertainment, tax structure position Vegas to become a major player in tech world

Philippine Times — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 23:00:08 +0800

After spending more than 15 years living in the Bay Area, between my college years at Berkeley and many of my formative professional years, I finally committed to San Francisco in 2019 by buying a four-bedroom home. I couldn’t see myself living anywhere else.

Elections officials in Nevada pleased with 'efficient' release of voting data

Philippine Times — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:00:18 +0800

In 2020, the first results were published by the secretary’s office at around 3 a.m., making the earlier release of results a win for election officials ...

Nevada inmates cast ballots from jails for first time in 2024 election

Philippine Times — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:00:17 +0800

As a result of a law passed by the 2023 Legislature, inmates in Nevada jails are guaranteed the right to vote if they are awaiting trial.

Golden Knights' defense powered team over road slump

Philippine Times — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:00:16 +0800

The Golden Knights' defense had a slow start to the season.

UNLV hockey has visions of becoming an NCAA Division I program

Philippine Times — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:00:15 +0800

UNLV is looking to become the fourth ACHA program to transcend divisions, joining Penn State (2012), Arizona State (2014) and Lindenwood (2022).

Building identity: The architecture of Las Vegas stands apart

Philippine Times — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:00:14 +0800

Some of these structures are enormous monoliths intended to humble us, while others are warm, pedestrian-scale buildings meant to reassure us—and we kinda love them all.

Latina businesses ‘making this country even greater’

Philippine Times — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 23:00:10 +0800

Las Vegas native Ivette Barajas started her career in banking, which she said ultimately laid a strong foundation for her to eventually become an entrepreneur.

Noah Hanfin 'finds game' in Golden Knights win over Utah Hockey Club

Philippine Times — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 23:00:10 +0800

With a goal and two assists, Saturday was a game that Noah Hanifin needed all season...

Republicans turned out in higher numbers in Nevada early voting

Philippine Times — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 23:00:08 +0800

U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, the presidential running mate of Republican nominee former President Donald Trump, urged supporters in Las Vegas last month to vote early in the race ...

Nevada officials and voting rights advocates tackle threats to voting and democracy

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Nov 2024 22:00:11 +0800

Agencies will need to be extra vigilant this year according to a bulletin issued by the FBI and Department of Homeland Security early this month.

For over 30 years, Matachines de Ciudad Juárez have kept cultural heritage alive through traditional dance

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Nov 2024 22:00:10 +0800

Established in 1991 in North Las Vegas by the Perez family, this native Mexican and American dance group carries the cultural legacy of its ancestors and blends Indigenous rituals with Catholic tradition.

D.J.'s residency: Hometown basketball star Thomas stays loyal to UNLV

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Nov 2024 22:00:09 +0800

As one of the best point guards in the nation—and one with three years of college eligibility remaining—D.J. Thomas could have chosen to enter the transfer portal over the summer and hand-picked his next destination.

Golden Knights haven't figured out how to win on the road a month into season

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Nov 2024 22:00:08 +0800

Ahead of the Golden Knights' first road game in a week and a half against the Los Angeles Kings, coach Bruce Cassidy said the same game can be played at home on the road ,,,

Cassidy not panicking with Golden Knights still winless on road

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Nov 2024 22:00:07 +0800

Following a 6-3 loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, the Vegas Golden Knights fourth road loss in the first month of the season, coach Bruce Cassidy said the team's road struggles need to be addressed.

Flashlight innovator Olight chooses Las Vegas Strip for first storefront

Philippine Times — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 22:00:16 +0800

Olight, an East Asia-based lighting company that sells high-quality flashlights, recently debuted its first-ever brick-and-mortar store in the U.S. at the Fashion Show mall, directly on the Las Vegas Strip.

Walz in Vegas: 'The lives of the women in your lives are at stake' in election

Philippine Times — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 22:00:15 +0800

Throughout Sunday’s blitz across Las Vegas, Democratic vice presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota highlighted the ramifications for reproductive healthcare if Republican Donald Trump ...

Federal prosecutors quietly dismiss Chasing Horse's long&dormant sex abuse case

Philippine Times — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 06:00:08 +0800

Federal prosecutors in Nevada have quietly dismissed a long-dormant sex abuse case against Nathan Chasing Horse, though the former “Dances with Wolves” actor still faces criminal charges elsewhere.

Price for condos, townhomes reach all&time high in Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:07 +0800

The median sales price for condos and townhomes in Southern Nevada hit an all-time high in September, according to a report released this morning by Las Vegas Realtors.

Changes coming to the Aces after disappointing playoff exit

Philippine Times — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 18:00:09 +0800

One thing is certain: The Aces’ attempt at a dynasty with Wilson leading the charge will have a different look and feel next season. A roster shakeup might do the franchise well, especially considering ...

We're still setting heat records in Las Vegas — in October

Philippine Times — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 03:00:08 +0800

Temperatures in Las Vegas crept over 100 degrees on Saturday, marking the 111th day in 2024 with temperatures in triple digits, the National Weather Service in Las Vegas said.

UNLV receiver Ricky White honored by Mountain West for efforts on special teams

Philippine Times — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 03:00:07 +0800

Ricky White is one of the best wide receivers in UNLV football history. He’s also a notable special teams performer.

A look back at implosions of Las Vegas resorts

Philippine Times — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:00:11 +0800

Controlled Demolition Inc., is working with Going Going Gone Demolition to take on their next task: imploding the Tropicana on early Wednesday morning ...

Countries around the world commemorate anniversary of Hamas attack on Israel

Philippine Times — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:00:09 +0800

Vigils, commemorations and acts of remembrance were planned across the world on Monday to mark one year since the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel as world leaders called for an end to antisemitism ...

Israelis, scarred and battling on multiple fronts, mark a year since Hamas' Oct. 7 attack

Philippine Times — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 18:00:12 +0800

Israelis were holding vigils and somber ceremonies on Monday to mark a year since the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack, the deadliest in the country’s history, which sparked the war in Gaza and scarred Israelis indelibly.

Tourism company says, 'Get yourself to Las Vegas and leave the rest to us'

Philippine Times — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 18:00:11 +0800

Since its launch more than two years ago, Las Vegas-based Vibee has introduced an array of unique entertainment offerings in Nevada and beyond—from VIP experience and hotel packages for concerts at Sphere to the EDSea cruise, a sailing adventure based on the popular Electric Daisy Carnival.

‘Contemporary problems’ class at NLV school confronts students with the daily news cycle

Philippine Times — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 18:00:10 +0800

Joel Guralnik said his students at Canyon Springs High School are a lot more clever than people might expect of teenagers.

Las Vegas Aces knocked out of WNBA postseason by Liberty

Philippine Times — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 06:00:09 +0800

The Las Vegas Aces, the two-time defending league champions, were eliminated today by the visiting New York Liberty 76-62 in Game 4 of the best-of-5-game semifinal series.

Golden Knights fall to Sharks to close preseason

Philippine Times — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 15:00:08 +0800

Halfway through the third period of the Vegas Golden Knights preseason game against the San Jose Sharks, hats were raining down onto the ice at T-Mobile Arena.

'Players are gutted': Loss to Syracuse painful for UNLV football

Philippine Times — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 15:00:08 +0800

This isn’t the obituary for the UNLV football season. The Rebels’ 44-41 loss in overtime Friday at home against Syracuse may ...

Aces show life in emphatic Game 3 win over N.Y. to avoid elimination

Philippine Times — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 12:00:08 +0800

In a game that was do-or-die for the Las Vegas Aces, down 0-2 to the New York Liberty, the Aces lived to see another day. The Aces avoided the sweep in Game 3, picking up a dominant 95-81 win ...

Wing Tanner Pearson officially signs for one year with Golden Knights

Philippine Times — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 09:00:10 +0800

Tanner Pearson is officially a Vegas Golden Knight. The veteran left-winger, entering his 12th NHL season, was signed to a 1-year, $775,000 contract by the Golden Knights on Friday ...

New season, different look for the Vegas Golden Knights

Philippine Times — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 18:00:14 +0800

Inevitable lineup departures may cause some fans to fret, but that urge should be fought as the Knights could be invigorated by “youthful energy,” in the words of captain Mark Stone.

Time to say goodbye to Tropicana Las Vegas, set for implosion this week

Philippine Times — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 18:00:13 +0800

It’s all part of a longstanding Las Vegas tradition, says UNLV’s Michael Green: “Las Vegas is into spectacle, and we do it well. In many cases, we have made a spectacle out of destruction.”

Las Vegas expands ‘order&out corridor’ banning people convicted of crimes from tourist area

Philippine Times — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:00:14 +0800

The Las Vegas City Council unanimously voted today to expand the boundaries of the city's order-out corridor by 29 acres to include the Plaza Hotel and Main Street Station parking garage. The ordinance allows Metro Police to ban people from tourist corridors ...

Las Vegas expands ‘order&out corridor’ banning people convicted of crimes

Philippine Times — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 09:00:07 +0800

Las Vegas expands ‘order out corridor’ banning people convicted of crimes from tourist area

Philippine Times — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 06:00:07 +0800

'It feels like yesterday': Las Vegas marks 7th anniversary of mass shooting

Philippine Times — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:11 +0800

Country music echoed around the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater as the sun rose Tuesday above the nearby county building. People filled the grassy area for the seventh remembrance of ...

UNLV Student Spotlight of the Month: Canyon Springs High School's Jesus Hernandez Rios

Philippine Times — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 18:00:12 +0800

Jesus Hernandez Rios admits he wasn’t much of a student during his initial years at Canyon Springs High School.

Aces on the brink: New York takes two&game lead as series comes to Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:00:11 +0800

For the first time since 2021, the Las Vegas Aces will face playoff elimination following an 88-84 loss to the New York Liberty today ...

Business of comedy is no laughing matter

Philippine Times — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 18:00:14 +0800

Bert Kreischer was a club comic for over a dozen years straight, a gig he remembers could garner audiences of anywhere from about a couple hundred to a couple thousand people a night.

Kamala Harris to Las Vegas crowd: 'When we fight, we win'

Philippine Times — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 15:00:10 +0800

Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris held a rally Sunday night in downtown Las Vegas at the same venue her November opponent spoke two weeks early.

Aces fall in WNBA playoff series opener at New York

Philippine Times — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:00:12 +0800

Kelsey Plum paced the Aces’ offense with 24 points. A’ja Wilson had 21 points and Jackie Young recorded 17 points.

UNLV faithful sound off after eventful week

Philippine Times — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 15:00:08 +0800

A Fresno State fan walking through Allegiant Stadium Saturday morning shouted “get the bag, Sluka!” in echoing what UNLV faithful have been preaching this week.

Women Inspiring Nevada: Vicki Rousseau, Director of Marketing & Business Development, Simon Property Group – The Shops at Crystals

Philippine Times — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 03:00:10 +0800

Vicki Rousseau has spent more than two decades honing her talents and gaining experience in the unique retail industry of Las Vegas.

Lombardo: State concerned about CCSD's budget issues

Philippine Times — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 03:00:09 +0800

State pressure is building on the Clark County School District to answer for its apparent budget struggles.

Women Inspiring Nevada 2024: Leading with greatness and resilience

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:26 +0800

Women Inspiring Nevada is exactly what it claims to be – inspirational. The women featured here have shown courage and resilience as they have established themselves as leaders ...

Women Inspiring Nevada: Shelley Carrao, Captain, Nevada Highway Patrol, Nevada State Police

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:25 +0800

When she was young, Shelley Carrao’s career path seemed clear: she wanted to help people, so she would become a police officer.

Women Inspiring Nevada: Tina Frias, Chief Executive Officer, Southern Nevada Home Builders Association

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:23 +0800

As a girl, Tina Frias worked for her family’s business as a janitor at law and medical offices. Inspired by the degrees she saw hanging on office walls, she was determined ...

Women Inspiring Nevada: Nikkie Preston, Associate Director of Development, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:22 +0800

Nikkie Preston has spent her career serving others. Learning from her mother’s example, Preston knew that helping people was her purpose ...

Women Inspiring Nevada: Molly Hamrick, President and Chief Operating Officer, Coldwell Banker Premier Realty & Coldwell Banker Commercial Premier

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:21 +0800

Eight years after entering the real estate industry, fueled by a spirit of entrepreneurship that had motivated her since childhood, Molly Hamrick and her husband bought the brokerage ...

Women Inspiring Nevada: Jazmin Gelista, Talent Management and Internal Mobility Partner, CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:20 +0800

Jazmin Gelista has a bachelor's degree in journalism, a master's degree in communications and a doctorate in data literacy that she earned ...

Women Inspiring Nevada: Karin Bernkopf, Vice President of US Gaming Marketing and Creative Services, IGT

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:18 +0800

Bernkopf is a leader in gaming marketing and has launched many successful campaigns, including IGT’s recent “We’ve Got Game” branding ...

Women Inspiring Nevada: Elissa Cadish, Chief Justice, Supreme Court of Nevada

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:17 +0800

Inspired by the concept of justice for all, Elissa Cadish has been upholding Nevada law for nearly 35 years.

Women Inspiring Nevada: Giovannie Espiritu, Director and Producer, Her Hunger Media

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:16 +0800

Director, writer, speaker, filmmaker and actor Giovannie Espiritu originally got into show business doing voice-over work ...

Women Inspiring Nevada: Denise Charles, Chief Program Officer, St. Jude’s Ranch for Children

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 18:00:14 +0800

While volunteering at a homeless shelter 17 years ago, Denise Charles witnessed a young mother with small children being turned away because the shelter ...

Laczynski scores in stand&in role as Golden Knights lose to Kings in preseason game

Philippine Times — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:00:09 +0800

In their first home game of the preseason, the Vegas Golden Knights struggled to recover from a slow start, falling to the Los Angeles Kings, 3-2 tonight ...

Peaking for the playoffs: Aces put their best basketball together as they begin a postseason quest for a third consecutive title

Philippine Times — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:00:09 +0800

The aches and pains the Las Vegas Aces endured through a long regular season finally started to heal in time for the playoffs. The roster is fully healthy, and that’s helped the ...

Aces close strong to win Game 1 against Seattle in WNBA playoff opener

Philippine Times — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:09 +0800

Tiffany Hayes scored 20 points off the bench to power the Aces to a Game 1 win over the Seattle Storm, 78-67, on Sunday...

Compliance investigators keep eyes peeled for water waste violations in Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 18:00:09 +0800

Devyn Choltko steps out of her car to mark the violation with a bright yellow flag. The officer is one of 24 Las Vegas Valley Water District compliance investigators, colloquially known as the water police, who ...

From rideshare to refereeing, Las Vegas workers rely on side hustles

Philippine Times — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 18:00:08 +0800

Kim Ngan Bui, a pharmacy student at Roseman University of Health Sciences in Las Vegas, needed a way to make money once she realized an internship with limited hours wouldn’t suffice, and a remote, full-time job would take too much time away from her busy graduate school schedule.

Aces close strong to win Game 1 against Seattle in WNBA playoffs

Philippine Times — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 15:00:08 +0800

Tiffany Hayes scored 20 points off the bench to power the Aces to a Game 1 win over the Seattle Storm, 78-67, on Sunday...

Water authority extending rebate program for removing grass in Southern Nevada

Philippine Times — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 09:00:13 +0800

The Southern Nevada Water Authority is extending its Water Smart Landscape rebate initiative, saying the program that helps homeowners replace their grass with desert landscaping will continue until funds expire. The water authority ...

Despite Friday the 13th mishap, Pink wows Las Vegas crowd at Allegiant Stadium

Philippine Times — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:00:19 +0800

Pink, with her high-flying aerial stunts, high-stepping dancing and strutting, and highly pleasing hit songs made for a perfect way to forget about any bad luck that might accompany a Friday the 13th …

Nevada’s utility monopolies seek expansion while local organizations and customers fight for lower costs

Philippine Times — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:00:18 +0800

A coalition of organizations launched Utility Watch Nevada last month, aiming to educate residents and community members about the impacts of utility energy decisions.

Las Vegas Weekly wins 31 Nevada Press Foundation awards

Philippine Times — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:00:16 +0800

The Weekly was recognized as having the best overall magazine design in the Nevada Press Foundation’s Awards of Excellence contest at a ceremony in Reno September 14.

Anatomy of a show: Behind the curtain at the Smith Center’s Reynolds Hall

Philippine Times — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:00:15 +0800

Seamless production starts with crucial technical elements and is intertwined with the expertise of the crew behind the scenes.

Fall A&E: Your guide to this season's top music, theater, comedy, art and more

Philippine Times — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:00:13 +0800

Anderson .Paak is coming to Fontainebleau, John Waters is coming to the Las Vegas Book Festival, Scream’d is coming back to Majestic Rep, and much, much more.

Picnic in the Alley expands, benefitting Vegas&born Women’s Hospitality Initiative

Philippine Times — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:00:12 +0800

At the heart of this event is the drive to foster mentorship and leadership among women in the hospitality industry.

Nevada unions rallying to amplify Harris’ campaign

Philippine Times — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:00:08 +0800

While the Culinary Union’s ground game for Democrats dominates headlines — even forcing Republicans to rethink their own campaign strategies — other labor organizations have kicked off ...

Nevada unions rallying to amplify Kamala Harris’ campaign

Philippine Times — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:10 +0800

While the Culinary Union’s ground game for Democrats dominates headlines — even forcing Republicans to rethink their own campaign strategies — other labor organizations have kicked off ...

UFC promising a sporting event that 'will never, ever be replicated' in debut at Sphere

Philippine Times — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:22 +0800

The origin of one of the most anticipated and expensive fight cards in Las Vegas history traces back to Tom Brady and U2.

Affordable housing developers focus on making space for seniors in Southern Nevada

Philippine Times — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:21 +0800

In May, Clark County Commissioners approved $66 million for nine applicants to build low-income housing.

Plans unveiled for long&awaited art museum in Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:20 +0800

The 90,000-square-foot building at Symphony Park will have three exhibition spaces, a gift shop, cafe, outdoor public space, small theater and lobby.

Terrible’s marks 65 years of success, growth and connection with Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:17 +0800

Terrible’s is so ingrained in the collective consciousness of Southern Nevada that locals barely noticed when the company changed its name.

Four schools — but not UNLV — leaving Mountain West Conference for Pac&12

Philippine Times — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:16 +0800

UNLV isn’t one of the four Mountain West Conference schools reportedly leaving the league for the Pac-12 Conference. Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and ...

Game day: Raiders complete comeback win over Baltimore, 26&23

Philippine Times — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:14 +0800

Score one for Gardner Minshew, as the Raiders just rode their underdog quarterback to a 26-23 upset win in Baltimore. The Raiders ran for just 28 yards on the day at a clip of 1.6 yards per carry, but in the end it didn't matter, as Minshew made big throw after big throw ...

Illegal sales of raw milk prompt Nevada officials to reiterate warnings about product’s risks

Philippine Times — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:13 +0800

Expert: Raw milk — legal or illegal — can cause more harm to a person’s health than the alleged good.

Las Vegas has had unusually dry monsoon season

Philippine Times — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 02:00:12 +0800

The monsoon season and the rain it usually produces has been abnormally dry this summer in Las Vegas ...

Las Vegas ad companies take center stage in New York

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 22:28:51 +0800

At the heart of Times Square in New York City, only a few miles from Coco Gauff’s attempt to defend her U.S. Open title, a 200-foot-tall version of the star tennis player whipped her racket toward the city’s ...

Desert Breeze Park readies a new events center to serve the neighborhood

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:33 +0800

Officials hope the venue will provide affordable entertainment options for the community and a platform for local artists and entertainers.

Where to root for different NFL teams at football bars around Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:31 +0800

Plenty of neighborhood pubs root for other “home teams” that Las Vegans love.

The best futures bet to make in every NFL division this season

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:30 +0800

To get a sense of the NFL landscape to start the season, let’s handicap each and every division using locally available betting odds.

Breaking down every game on the Raiders’ schedule this season

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:28 +0800

Every game, how to watch and the current betting line for the Raiders' 2024 season

Comings and goings: New Raiders to watch and old Raiders to miss

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:27 +0800

Any quarterback change will always be the most visible switch for an NFL team, but here are five of the other most notable incoming and outgoing veterans from last year.

How promoting Antonio Pierce was an outside&the&box decision for the Raiders, and why it just might work

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:26 +0800

"It’s real easy to follow a guy who understands the big picture and has the same mindset we have as players. It’s easy to get behind a guy like that."

Raiders flip the script, focus on a defense&first attack heading into the 2024 season

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:24 +0800

Maxx Crosby might have spent more time standing on the sideline watching his fellow starting defensive teammates on the Raiders in training camp than he will all season, and certainly more than he would have ...

For the Cahill family, Henderson Bowl football game between Basic, Green Valley is ‘a special night’

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:23 +0800

Players on the Basic High football team raced toward the end zone at Don Taylor Stadium to grab the Henderson Bowl trophy and begin celebrating. The Wolves ...

Vegas real estate leader hopeful lower interest coming in fall

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:22 +0800

The median sales price of an existing single-family home sold in Southern Nevada in August was $476,875, according to an industry report published this morning. That transaction price signals a 6.6% increase from $447,435 in August 2023 but is shy of the all-time record of ...

Raiders drop opener to Chargers

Philippine Times — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:46:20 +0800

Las Vegas led Los Angeles 7-6 at halftime behind a 33-yard touchdown pass from Gardner Minshew to Alexander Mattison ...

Jury ends 2nd day deliberating in trial for death of Las Vegas reporter

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:44 +0800

A jury resumes deliberations Tuesday in the trial of a former Las Vegas-area Democratic politician accused of killing an investigative journalist prosecutors say he blamed for writing stories that destroyed his career, ruined his reputation and threatened his marriage.

Ex&gang leader accused in Tupac Shakur killing won't be released on bond, judge rules

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:42 +0800

A judge on Tuesday again rejected a request to free an ailing former Los Angeles-area gang leader ahead of his murder trial in the 1996 killing of hip-hop star Tupac Shakur, saying she suspects a cover-up related to the source of the funds for his bond. The decision from Clark District Court Judge Carli Kierny ...

Man dies on Grand Canyon trip; 5th death in less than a month

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:40 +0800

An 80-year-old man has died after falling from a boat on the Colorado River inside Grand Canyon National Park, authorities said Tuesday. It's believed to be the fifth reported fatality ...

New York Liberty's chemistry on the court has helped put them at top of the WNBA standings

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:37 +0800

The New York Liberty have been building chemistry on and off the court and it's paid off in a big way. They are the team sitting atop the WNBA standings.

Aces struggle down the stretch in 93&90 loss at Dallas

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:36 +0800

Poor shooting from the field in the final 7 minutes of the game saw the Las Vegas Aces' two-possession lead over the Dallas Wings crumble, leading to a 93-90 loss today ...

Ex&politician convicted in 2022 killing of Las Vegas reporter sentenced to 20 years to life

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:35 +0800

A Democratic former Las Vegas-area politician is guilty of murder and has been sentenced to life in prison with parole eligibility at 20 years for the killing of an investigative journalist ...

Las Vegas moves forward with a theme park&sized development north of Area15

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:34 +0800

Fisher Brothers development is planning a 200-room hotel, multi-family housing units, retail and office space, and 100,000 square feet of immersive entertainment previously announced as the Universal horror attraction.

How Las Vegas locals do the Strip

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:33 +0800

A guide to the treasures and tricks of Las Vegas Boulevard for new residents, sports fans, art lovers and others.

Battle of the blue bloods: College football titans LSU, USC clash in Las Vegas to kick off the season

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:32 +0800

Las Vegas has seized a larger share of almost all the biggest sports in the country over the last seven or eight years, and college football is the next frontier.

Track construction to begin next week for Las Vegas Grand Prix

Philippine Times — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:37:31 +0800

Track construction for the Las Vegas Grand Prix will begin Monday night with work on a pedestrian bridge on Koval Lane, officials said today. Lane reductions are expected 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday to Sept. 8 at Koval Lane and Rochelle Avenue ...

Homeward bound: Aces return focused on three&peat after Olympics

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:19 +0800

After a monthlong hiatus, Aces basketball is back in Las Vegas. The WNBA took a monthlong break for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, where six members of the Aces competed for three different countries. A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum and Jackie Young competed for Team USA’s 5-on-5 team, Megan Gustafson was a part of ...

Fact check: Crime data paints a picture disparate from Republican narrative

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:17 +0800

National statistics show violent crime decreasing by 15% from January to March of 2024 in comparison to the previous year.

Aces' Olympians return to practice court eying home game with Liberty

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:15 +0800

With the Olympic Games in Paris behind them, six Las Vegas Aces players have rejoined the team to get back into the thick of the WNBA season. A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum and Jackie Young helped ...

UNLV defense eyes redemption: Toughness, attitude key to overcoming late&season struggles

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:13 +0800

The UNLV football team was “tough enough” on defense for most of the 2023 season. But a 9-2 record was quickly spoiled by three consecutive losses: to San Jose State in the regular-season finale; Boise State in ...

Bishop Gorman football wins opener against Kahuku of Hawaii

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:11 +0800

Bishop Gorman quarterback Melvin Spicer rolled out of the pocket midway through the first quarter, looked down field and let loose on a pass attempt.

Aces' Hammon: Bullying of Dearica Hamby 'did not happen'

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:10 +0800

Dearica Hamby walked off the court at Michelob Ultra Arena on Sunday en route to the visiting team’s locker room. She briefly stopped to hug her daughter, Amaya.

Like Uber for landscaping, app connects consumers to workers

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:09 +0800

GreenPal co-founder Gene Caballero describes his envisioning of GreenPal, which offers users a one-stop shop for booking landscaping professionals to take care of their lawn, as a “light bulb moment.” Caballero attributed the ...

UNLV wide receiver White earns preseason honor from AP

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:08 +0800

UNLV football wide receiver Ricky White III is one of the nation’s finest players at his position, according to the Associated Press. White was named a second-team preseason All-American ...

Historic: After two decades, Culinary Union has its first contract with Venetian, Palazzo on Strip

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:06 +0800

The tentative five-year agreement, which still needs to be ratified by the 4,000 unionized hospitality workers at the two properties, ends more than two decades of union efforts being stonewalled ...

New Clark County agency will evaluate plans for major events like the Super Bowl

Philippine Times — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:02:05 +0800

First it was the Super Bowl, then Formula One’s Las Vegas Grand Prix. As the valley attracts more of these megaevents, Clark County announced...

RTC harnesses power of AI technology to boost safety on Southern Nevada buses

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:16 +0800

A child brought a toy gun onto a Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada bus earlier this month. Until recently, officials would likely not have realized the child was possessing the toy ...

Rising costs force CCSD to reassess school rebuilding plans

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:15 +0800

If the district doesn’t tap the brakes on its current construction campaign, it could run out of money before completing every project it has mapped out ...

'Unpredictable' free agency is on tap around the NHL as part of a fast&tracked offseason

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:13 +0800

Interest should materialize for Jonathan Marchessault, an original member of the Vegas Golden Knights who is coming off scoring a career-best 42 goals.

National Guard program helps Las Vegas teen turn pain into accomplishment

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:12 +0800

Ayla Lain struggled most of her life with abandonment by her parents, depression and medical issues before attempting suicide last year. She was just 16.

Should gaming take advantage of the latest developments in cannabis?

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:10 +0800

What is clear just by walking down Las Vegas Boulevard is that consumers are going to make cannabis a part of their experience either way ...

Aces defeat Fever, Caitlin Clark in front of largest WNBA crowd in 25 years

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:09 +0800

The Las Vegas Aces winning streak extended to five games on Tuesday, defeating the Indiana Fever, 88-69, in front of a record-breaking 20,366 fans at T-Mobile Arena. The attendance was not only a new franchise record ...

Chaparral High School band prepares to shine in National Independence Day Parade

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:08 +0800

Ahead of a big summer trip to Washington, D.C., this week, Gladiola Jimenez said she was looking forward to seeing the capital’s museums, the Lincoln Memorial, “and of course, the parade.” The trip is an opportunity for Jimenez to ...

Increased mosquito activity in Southern Nevada means higher risk of illness

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:07 +0800

UNLV researchers have been working closely with the health district to monitor mosquito species across the valley.

Remembering the Mirage volcano and the romance it brought to the Strip

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:06 +0800

The Mirage volcano — and the heavily landscaped, three-acre water feature that surrounds it — would have turned 35 years old on Nov. 22 of this year ...

Goodbye Mirage: Examining the immeasurable impact of a Las Vegas icon

Philippine Times — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:49:05 +0800

The Mirage supercharged the machine that led to its demise: The never-ending cycle of the growing, evolving Strip.

Hill, Hanifin heroics push Vegas to Game 7 showdown in Dallas

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:33:05 +0800

A 23-save performance by goaltender Adin Hill gave Vegas a 2-0 win over Dallas on Friday at T-Mobile Arena. The Golden Knights staved off elimination, tying the series at three games ...

Vegas use of injured reserve prompts questions about salary cap

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:33:04 +0800

Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone returned from long-term injured reserve just in time for the first-round series against Dallas. No team is more scrutinized by critics ....

Golden Knights season ends against Dallas Stars in Game 7

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:33:03 +0800

The Golden Knights' season ended Sunday with a 2-1 loss at the Dallas Stars in Game 7 of their first round playoff series. Minutes after the defeat, a social media post ...

Optimism low but resiliency high among entrepreneurs in Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:33:02 +0800

Evergreen Coffee opened its doors in Henderson almost two years ago, hoping to restore some of the community and neighborhood connections that had been lost during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was slow ...

Keith Urban to play 10 shows in Las Vegas in October, February

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:33:01 +0800

Four-time Grammy winner Keith Urban will play 10 shows on the Strip starting in early October at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the resort announced this morning. “Keith Urban’s HIGH in Vegas” will include ...

Marchessault, a free agent this year, expresses desire to be a Knight for life

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:32:59 +0800

The Vegas Golden Knights’ season ended Sunday. Now, it’s time to look ahead to next season. Chances are, the roster will be vastly different come next fall. Six Golden Knights will be unrestricted free agents ...

What went wrong in Golden Knights' series against Dallas

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:32:59 +0800

Hockey season usually doesn't end this early in Vegas. For just the second time in franchise history, the Vegas Golden Knights were eliminated in the first round of the ...

Nothing will come easily as the Las Vegas Aces push for a third straight WNBA title

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:32:58 +0800

Repeating as WNBA champions was one thing. Now the Las Vegas Aces are tripling down.

UNLV’s StepUp & StartUp intern program bolsters the engineering talent pool

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:32:57 +0800

In its first year, the engineering program doled out 50 paid internships at 24 local startups.

A’ja Wilson, the first undeniable star of our major league sports era, leads the champion Las Vegas Aces into a new season

Philippine Times — Thu, 09 May 2024 17:32:56 +0800

A’ja Wilson is not just one of the WNBA’s brightest stars; she’s evolved into one of the most prominent faces of women’s athletics around the world.

Marc&André Fleury will play one more NHL season; signs extension with Wild

Philippine Times — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:48:57 +0800

Marc-André Fleury was consistently asked this season about when he would be retiring from the NHL. The legendary goalie ...

Q&A: Phish's Trey Anastasio on playing the Sphere in Las Vegas

Philippine Times — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:48:56 +0800

Phish has been performing for decades, but never has the band played the same show twice. Over the 40 years since the band was formed ...

Letter carriers in Las Vegas call for change following rise in attacks

Philippine Times — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:48:55 +0800

Roberta Dang used to enjoy her job as a letter carrier in Las Vegas, and was happy to share that passion with a new trainee last year.

Changes to CCSD facility use policy hit youth sports hard

Philippine Times — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:48:54 +0800

At least one youth sports organizer fears that new Clark County School District facility use rules will price him out of his leagues’ only options to play their games. A provision of the new rules requires ...

As Gen Zers forgo alcohol at entertainment events, cannabis consumption lounges can fill a gap

Philippine Times — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:48:53 +0800

A survey conducted by cannabis research and data analyst firm New Frontier Data found that 69% of adults ages 18 to 24 prefer weed over alcohol.

Honoring local excellence with the 2024 Cannabis Awards

Philippine Times — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:48:51 +0800

The business and culture of cannabis is growing and diversifying quickly, and our expert panel of judges is keeping the community on top of the latest trends and developments.

5 positions Raiders could address in the upcoming NFL Draft

Philippine Times — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:48:50 +0800

Here are the five positions the Raiders are likely to target with their current collection of eight picks in this month's NFL Draft.

Forget about the glitz and glamour; all Mariah Carey needs to do is to sing her songs

Philippine Times — Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:48:49 +0800

About five songs into the premiere of Mariah Carey’s residency Friday at Park MGM, the first time I had seen the Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter-actor-producer perform live, I leaned over to my wife ...

Fore! Sports and entertainment themed businesses taking Las Vegas by storm

Philippine Times — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:48:59 +0800

Atomic Golf is the latest in an ongoing trend of sports-entertainment complexes making Las Vegas their home. And more are on their way.

Las Vegas companies saving time, money by converting offices instead of constructing them

Philippine Times — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:48:58 +0800

The Comprehensive Digestive Institute of Nevada’s location in the southeast Las Vegas Valley boasts nearly a dozen exam rooms, a collaborative office space for physicians, an open-concept ...

Clark County's proposed street vendor regulations threaten livelihoods, advocates say

Philippine Times — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:48:58 +0800

Humberto and Mariana have been selling Latino-inspired street snacks for the past nine years in an east Las Vegas neighborhood near an elementary school off Riata Way and Copper Road ...

The Notes: Philanthropy, April 15, 2024

Philippine Times — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:48:56 +0800

In the Notes: Special Olympics Nevada, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Rebels Give, Interblock, Three Square Food Bank and more ...

Column: Affordable housing is a catalyst for sustainable economic growth in Southern Nevada

Philippine Times — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:48:55 +0800

The need to increase affordable and general housing stock in Nevada is undeniable as we face a severe housing shortage and mounting affordability challenges.

Helping build middle class is Vegas real estate agent's American dream

Philippine Times — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:48:54 +0800

Nora Aguirre, who was born in Mexico and grew up in North Las Vegas, said she first strayed into the world of real estate because she had to act as a translator for her parents ...

‘It doesn’t have to be this way,’ vice president tells Las Vegas audience about gun violence

Philippine Times — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:48:53 +0800

Harris asked the crowd of high school students how many of them have had an active-shooter drill. Many raised their hands. “It doesn’t have to be this way,” she said in a somber voice ...

The Biden administration recruits 15 states to help enforce airline consumer laws

Philippine Times — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:48:52 +0800

The Biden administration is enlisting the help of officials in 15 states to enforce consumer-protection laws covering airline travelers, a power that by law is limited to the federal government.

Parade honors students at Nellis Air Force Base during Month of the Military Child

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:58 +0800

At a northeast Las Vegas school where almost every student has a parent in the military, the children have unique backgrounds and challenges — which gave their school a reason to celebrate them. The Coral Academy of Science on Nellis Air Force Base ...

NC State’s run to Final Four revives memories for ’83 UNLV team

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:57 +0800

The UNLV basketball team was ranked No. 1 nationally for the first time in program history in 1983. As a reward, coach Jerry Tarkanian had ...

Jails in Clark County ignoring 2019 law designed to increase transparency on in&custody deaths

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:55 +0800

None of the five jails in Clark County follows a Nevada law designed to provide the public information on in-custody deaths.

Southern Nevada company stays ahead of the curve on water filtration

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:54 +0800

Multipure has been in the water filtration business for more than 50 years. Like most industries, there has been one constant: change.

Cirque du Soleil's Beatles&themed Las Vegas show will end after an 18&year run

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:52 +0800

The final curtain will come down this summer on Cirque du Soleil's long-running show “The Beatles Love," a cultural icon on the Las Vegas Strip that brought band ...

Why UFC 300 might be the most stacked top&to&bottom card in promotion history

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:51 +0800

A slightly longer-than-usual wait has stretched between the UFC staging pay-per-view cards in its home venue, T-Mobile Arena, with four months having passed since UFC 296.

Sacred spaces: Native Americans promote land protection at Powwow for the Planet

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:48 +0800

Free and open to the public, Powwow for the Planet on April 19-20 at UNLV is an opportunity for Native Americans to convene and connect with their culture, but also for the wider community to learn about Native Americans’ issues.

Women in Vegas music: 13 innovators shaping the sound of the local scene

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:47 +0800

Some of these talents are regarded in the community as musical veterans; others represent the next generation. Regardless, each woman highlighted here contributes something special to the scene.

Golden Knights' Mark Stone cleared to return to practice after lacerated spleen

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:45 +0800

Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone has been cleared to return to practice on a limited basis as he recovers from a lacerated spleen, the team said Friday.

Noah Hanifin gets 8&year extension from Golden Knights

Philippine Times — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:36:45 +0800

The Golden Knights gave up conditional first- and third-round draft picks last month in acquiring defenseman Noah Hanifin ..

Marchessault scores in OT to help the Golden Knights beat the Blues 2&1

Philippine Times — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:37:05 +0800

Jonathan Marchessault scored 49 seconds into overtime and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the St. Louis Blues 2-1 Monday night for their third straight win. Pavel Dorofeyev also scored and ...

Why the Raiders spared no expense in signing defender Christian Wilkins

Philippine Times — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:37:02 +0800

Christian Wilkins had excelled with relative ease through every stop of his football career when he was younger, both from an individual and team perspective. The defensive tackle dominated in high school at Suffield Academy in Connecticut, racking up titles and accolades en route to becoming one of the top recruits in the country. He then contributed ...

Closing for good on April 2, Tropicana Las Vegas leaves behind a legacy of showmanship and reinvention

Philippine Times — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:37:01 +0800

The historic Tropicana hotel and casino will shutter to make way for a new baseball stadium and resort. The storied hotel-casino closes its doors April 2, just two days shy of its 67th birthday. Over the next year, the land the Tropicana now occupies will be ...

40 Under 40: Celebrating Southern Nevada talent

Philippine Times — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:36:58 +0800

The Vegas Inc 40 Under 40 awards honor young community leaders who represent a broad spectrum of industries. This issue celebrates the true cream of the crop of Las Vegas talent.

Community health clinic aids underserved Las Vegans

Philippine Times — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:36:55 +0800

The event also included the first in what will be a series of health information and prevention workshops hosted by Chicanos Por La Causa Nevada.

With new studio on the horizon in Summerlin, dream stays closer to home for students in CSN film program

Philippine Times — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:36:53 +0800

The Clark County Zoning Commission voted unanimously last month to approve two variances that would hand over county-owned land to Howard Hughes Properties and allow it to build ...

As curtain drops on iconic Tropicana, its comedy club is getting the ‘Last Laughs’

Philippine Times — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:36:48 +0800

The Laugh Factory opened its doors at the Tropicana Las Vegas a dozen years ago, immediately drawing in performers and audiences alike with its swanky space, love for comedy and dedication to ...

Golden Knights fall at Senators, 4&3

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:27:05 +0800

Chandler Stephenson scored twice and Jonathan Marchessault had the other goal for the Knights, who lost their third in a row. Logan Thompson stopped 30 shots.

After nearly six years as CCSD's superintendent, Jara says he ‘ran out of fight’

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:27:04 +0800

Jesus Jara tells a story about meeting with MGM Resorts International CEO Bill Hornbuckle about a partnership between the prominent resorts company and Clark County School District.

With border crossings up, Las Vegas immigration attorney warns against predatory practices

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:27:03 +0800

As an immigration attorney who’s been practicing for nearly 15 years, Adriana Pereyra has seen countless clients seeking a new life in the U.S.

North Las Vegas provides runway for renewable jet fuel company

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:27:01 +0800

Edgewood Renewables, a biofuel production company, is planning a biorefinery for the site of a former fuel terminal in North Las Vegas, with CEO Steve Harrington saying the goal is to kick off construction within the next six months and be operational by 2026.

Golden Knights' coach not satisfied with team's success, wants to build a dynasty

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:27:00 +0800

It’s six days before the Vegas Golden Knights begin the defense of their Stanley Cup championship. The vibes are still pristine, both on the ice during training camp and in the locker room. Players continue to soak in the memories of what happened four months prior and the celebrations that came with it.

Breaking down summary evictions in Southern Nevada

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As of February 1, evictions have increased 155% since before the pandemic.

Nevada still seeing influx in abortions 20 months Roe overturned

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:26:54 +0800

Nevada’s average monthly abortions increased 33% after the Dobbs decision.

From drag shows and cannabis back to gambling and divorce, Las Vegas remains the place to indulge in ‘banned’ experiences

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:26:53 +0800

“Everyone knows you can go to Sin City and do what you want to do, and never talk about it again if you don’t want to.”

Smith Center’s 2024&2025 Broadway series attracts 10 musicals, including ‘Hamilton’

Philippine Times — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:26:50 +0800

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UNLV loses late lead, falls to UNR

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With five minutes left in UNLV’s Saturday night showdown against UNR, the Scarlet and Gray were tied for first place in the Mountain West standings. By the time the final buzzer sounded ...

Report finds antisemitic incidents in Nevada rose in 2023

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There were 45 reports of antisemitism in Nevada in 2023, an increase from 30 in 2022, according to the Anti-Defamation League. While there was an increase at the state level ...

Travelers at Las Vegas airport give thumbs&up to robot manicurist

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Taking her cues from the machine, Mikel selected a bright red color for her nails and settled in. The mechanized manicurist painted Mikel’s nails one at a time, swirling the brush in concentric circles to fully cover them, only stopping occasionally to give her instructions, like where to rest her arm or hand for the best results. “Everyone really ...

Biotech startup aims to make big impact in Las Vegas and nationwide

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Tech leader: Understanding customer preferences is vital for innovation in hospitality

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Lady Rebels look stronger than ever as they prepare for another Mountain West title run

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Vegas Inc celebrates exemplary executives with the 2024 C&Suite Honors

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Las Vegas battles fentanyl&related overdose deaths with increased awareness and availability of Narcan

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The FDA approved naloxone (Narcan) nasal spray for over-the-counter sale without a prescription, but the emergency treatment could cost around $50.

Tool’s immersive experience satisfies Las Vegas audience

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Bishop Gorman player makes most of lone season, lifts Gaels over Coronado for state title

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Epic parties surrounding the Super Bowl are bigger than ever in Las Vegas

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Predicting the magic moments that will go down in history at Super Bowl 58

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The Raiders are still in playoff contention, even though their chances are slim

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Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world, also ranks high for recreation

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APRIL 7 2022 / ISSUE NO. 70 / ARCHIVE

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Las Vegas March Median Home Price Down 7.6% from One Year Ago

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According to the Las Vegas REALTORS® (LVR) March 2023 report, the median price of existing single family homes sold from its Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in Southern Nevada was $425,000, identical to the previous month and down 7.6% from March 2022. It’s also down from the all-time record price of $482,000 in May of 2022.

Developer Announces 195-Unit Affordable Senior Housing Development in Clark County

U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft, and representatives from HUD and BLM (Photo from the Office of U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto)

Yesterday, Ovation Development announced a new 195-unit below-market rent affordable housing development for seniors whose income falls below 30, 50, and 60 percent of area median income. The 5-acre parcel is being conveyed to the County from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) through the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act and will in turn transfer the land to Ovation.

The County provided $11.8 million in funding for the project, including $10 million in Welcome Home Community Housing Fund dollars and $1.8 million in Country HOME funds.

The Las Vegas Rotary Club Celebrates 100 Years

L to R: Nate Tannenbaum, Master of Ceremonies, and Cary Crockett, President of Las Vegas Rotary Club (Photo by Alex Strawser)

The Las Vegas Rotary Club celebrated its 100th anniversary with a special event held at the historic Fifth Street School in downtown Las Vegas on April 1st. The event was attended by members of the club, distinguished guests including Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony, and members of the community. Founded in 1923, the club is dedicated to civic and community service, supporting thousands of organizations and donating millions to Las Vegas-based service efforts.

New Pickleball Complex Coming to City of Las Vegas

A pickleball court (Courtesy of City of Las Vegas)

The Las Vegas City Council approved Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act Cooperative Agreements regarding the acceptance of two grants to develop the Regional Pickleball Complex at Wayne Bunker Park and the Regional Aquatic Complex at Pavilion Pool.

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Developer Announces 195&Unit Affordable Senior Housing Development in Clark County

News Moderated by Tomas Kauer — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 11:34:19 +0800

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Yesterday, Ovation Development announced a new 195-unit below-market rent affordable housing development for seniors whose income falls below 30, 50, and 60 percent of area median income. The project is located on the northwest corner of Pebble Road and Eastern Avenue. The construction is expected to start in the fall with completion planned for early 2025.

The project will consist of one- and two-bedroom apartments. The amenities at this affordable property will be on par with market-rate properties, including a swimming pool and jacuzzi, game area, hair salon, gym, outdoor courtyards, and community gardens.

The 5-acre parcel is being conveyed to the County from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) through the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act and will in turn transfer the land to Ovation.

The County provided $11.8 million in funding for the project, including $10 million in Welcome Home Community Housing Fund dollars and $1.8 million in Country HOME funds.

through the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act and will in turn transfer the land to Ovation.

The County provided $11.8 million in funding for the project, including $10 million in Welcome Home Community Housing Fund dollars and $1.8 million in Country HOME funds.

Elevation of the new development from Clark County's Welcome Home website (Courtesy of Ovation)

Special guests at the ceremony included U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft, BLM Director Tracy Stone-Manning, BLM Nevada State Director Jon Raby, and HUD representatives.

Photo 1 L to R: Jess Molasky, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft, and Alan Molasky; Photo 2: Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft; Photo 3: U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto; and Photo 4: Jess Molasky, Principal of Ovation Development ((Photos from the Office of U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto)

"Our community has a dire need for affordable senior housing," said County Commissioner Naft. "That's why Clark County is investing significant resources in our Welcome Home initiative to increase the options for individuals in need of assistance. I want to thank our partners in the federal government, Alan and Jess Molasky of Ovation, Coordinated Living of Southern Nevada and our staff for helping to make this project a reality for the betterment of our entire community."

The Welcome Home Community Housing Fund initiative was created on April 5, 2022 by Clark County to address the urgent need for housing for low-income residents. On September 6, 2022, the County Commission approved funding of nearly $120 million to fund multiple affordable housing new construction and rehabilitation. Funded projects can be viewed on the County's website.

According to the County officials, there is currently a shortage of more than 85,000 homes for low-income and very low-income residents who earn less than 50% of area median income. To address the need for more affordable housing, the Welcome Home funds are also being used to create a community land trust, and the County is planning a future funding round for permanent supportive housing projects.

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The Las Vegas Rotary Club Celebrates 100 Years

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Throughout the evening, guests had the opportunity to learn more about the club's achievements over the past 100 years, as well as its current initiatives and goals for the future. Through its annual Santa Clothes program, the club has donated over $1.6 million in goods and services to more than 6,300 local children in need during the holiday season, providing at risk children with new clothes.

When the program launched 27 years ago, it provided clothes for 35 children with a budget of $5,000. Last year, the organization shopped for 348 children on a $114,000 budget. The 2022 event was in partnership with its sponsors Engelstad Foundation, Speedway Children’s Charities and all of the Southern Nevada RotaryClubs.

Las Vegas Rotary Club members and children at the 2022 Santa Clothes program (Photos from Las Vegas Rotary Club)

“The program has become a tradition for our Club, as it has grown into our most significant and successful annual charitable giving program,” said Caty Crockett, president of the Las Vegas RotaryClub. “Helping spread joy to children in need during the holidays is a gift to each of us. Giving back to our community and local children is at the core foundation of our values, which is why our goal is to always lend a helping hand wherever we can.”

Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony spoke passionately about the impact that the Las Vegas Rotary Club has had on the community and thanked the members for their dedication and commitment to service over the years. Keynote speaker Jack Sheehan conducted a presentation about the history of Las Vegas and his book "Quiet Kingmaker of Las Vegas: E. Parry Thomas".

Photo 1: Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony (Photo by Alex Strawser) Photo 2: Keynote speaker Jack Sheehan (Photo by Alex Strawser)

The event also featured a silent auction, with proceeds going towards the club's ongoing charitable projects. One of the many service organizations the club has supported is the Salvation Army. Last year, over $20,000 was donated to their food pantry, which equates to 200,000 cans of food benefiting those in need.

In honor of its centennial anniversary, the club has donated $104,000 to The Smith Center, extending its educational efforts in support of local youth across five programs for the next two years. The evening concluded with live music and entertainment.

Photo 1 L to R: Sarah Thornton, Whitney Ogden-Maher, and Carlee Gettman; Photo 2: Toni Kern, Incoming President of the Las Vegas Rotary Club, and Nate Tannenbaum; Photo 3: Jack Sheehan and Cary Crockett, President of the Las Vegas Rotary Club; Photo 4: Mike Ballard, Past President of the Las Vegas Rotary Club (Photos by Alex Strawser)

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New Pickleball Complex Coming to City of Las Vegas

News Moderated by Tomas Kauer — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 11:34:19 +0800

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Yesterday, the Las Vegas City Council approved Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act Cooperative Agreements regarding the acceptance of two grants to develop the Regional Pickleball Complex at Wayne Bunker Park and the Regional Aquatic Complex at Pavilion Pool.

The 30-court Regional Pickleball Complex is estimated to cost $12,009,000. And the Regional Aquatic Complex is estimated to cost $8,839,317.

Below is an aerial map of the new pickleball complex submitted at the public City Council meeting by Mark Dixon.

The city was awarded funds from the United States Department of the Interior. The project period for the funds will expire on Jan. 29, 2028.

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