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  • LIVE: Senate Health Care Debate

    Fox5Vegas.com
    21 Nov 2009 | 8:46 am
    Now: The Senate debates the new $849 billion health care bill. A test vote is scheduled for Saturday night.

  • Police: Accused Cop Killers Have Gang Ties

    Fox5Vegas.com
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:56 pm
    A 17-year-old charged in the killing of a Las Vegas Metro police officer will be charged as an adult, police said Friday after releasing photos of two others charged in the case.

  • City Council: Pets Must Be Spayed, Neutered

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    20 Nov 2009 | 10:41 pm
    The Las Vegas City Council has adopted an ordinance that will require most pet owners to spay or neuter their cats and dogs by 4 months of age.

  • CityCenter Earns More LEED Certifications

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    20 Nov 2009 | 10:34 pm
    MGM Mirage says two more structures at CityCenter have received an environmental certification.

  • Warrant: Jackson's Doc Bought Drug In Vegas

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    20 Nov 2009 | 10:20 pm
    Newly released court papers say Michael Jackson's doctor bought a powerful anesthetic in Las Vegas and had it shipped to California, where it was found at the pop singer's bedside after he died.
 
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  • Reid likely has 60 votes needed to advance health bill

    21 Nov 2009 | 12:34 pm
    WASHINGTON -- Arkansas Sen. Blanche Lincoln announced on the Senate floor this afternoon that she will vote to proceed to the health care reform bill in today's rare session of the Senate, all but ensuring Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid the 60 votes necessary to advance the bill and open debate.

  • Corrections officer with Metro killed in U.S. 95 crash

    21 Nov 2009 | 11:38 am
    A Laughlin corrections officer who works for Metro Police was killed in an accident on U.S. 95 this morning near Searchlight. The officer was identified during a news conference this afternoon as Daniel Leach, 49, of Boulder City.

  • Mostly sunny today for Las Vegas

    21 Nov 2009 | 7:06 am
    If you've got some pre-Thanksgiving chores to take care of this weekend, the weather will cooperate - mostly sunny skies with highs in the upper 60s are in store for Las Vegas, according to the National Weather Service.

  • Drivers urged to be cautious during holidays

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:05 am
    With the holiday season approaching and roads becoming more congested, drivers are being encouraged to be careful and refrain from drinking and driving. Friday morning, Hispanic residents gathered at the Academy of Human Development, 235 N. Eastern Avenue, to learn about traffic safety and U.S. laws.

  • Loss of some sleep just the price of progress at Tenaya Way

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    Construction workers began their labor on the city’s Tenaya Way overpass project early Friday morning. Incredibly early. The overpass is part of a $7.8 million project officially called the Tenaya Way Overpass and Bonanza Trail improvement project. It will link Tenaya by bridge over Summerlin Parkway, connecting Washington and points north to Westcliff Drive and points south.
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  • May You Cash Out with More Than $5.00 This Weekend

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    The LV Sun says this weekend in Vegas is going to be a busy one with Tito Ortiz set to battle Forrest Griffin in the UFC 106 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center. Rooms are sold-out at the Mandalay Bay but the average daily rate of rooms in Sin City aren't too out of control--$156 for tonight and $168 on Saturday. Here's what else is on in Vegas:· Bill Cosby comes to TI next weekend [Visit Las Vegas]· Gambler is suing Caesars Palace saying the casino plied him with drug, causing him to look massive amounts of money [Telegraph UK]· Nascar at The Wynn? It's happening next month…

  • Love Me Two Times (Before the Holidays)

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    The Mandalay Bay Hotel room rates in Vegas are hard to beat right now. If you can’t find a place to stay for under a Ben Franklin, we hate to say it, but you aren’t looking very hard. In the spirit of the season (or is it savings?), many Vegas hotels are putting themselves on a pre-holiday sale, dropping prices even lower in an attempt to lure end-of-the-year visitors. We’re especially giddy that two of our favorite Strip properties have joined the ranks of the under $100 club – MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay. Here’s a quick peek of deals and the money-saving perks once…

  • Does Vegas.com Want You To Adopt a Stripper?

    juliana
    Apologies (or Your Welcome?) for the multiple stripper coverage this week but it's what hot this week. Wow, Stripper Coverage is a pretty good oxymoron.So you know how when you sign onto Facebook and these small ads pop up on the right-side column telling you completely useless information about products, companies, events and other stuff you have no interest in? And then in some cases, they even slap up a picture of one of your friends. Yeah, we never pay much attention to them either. But this time, we noticed an ad for Vegas.com that said this "Adopt a Stripper." We screencapped the ad…

  • Smoke Your Stogies in Mandalay Bay’s Foundation Room

    Whalehead
    Considering that Las Vegas is nicknamed Sin City, there’s certainly no shortage of places to light up and smoke a stogie with the guys.In previous posts, we here at VegasChatter have highlighted Casa Fuente, the standout cigar shop/smoking lounge inside the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace (take note: they also serve wine, scotch and brandy).One spot we’ve overlooked: The Foundation Room on the top floor of Mandalay Bay.

  • Taste of Wynn Has Closed To Make Way For Garth Swag

    juliana
    Thanks to the tweets of Two Way Hard Three's Hunter, we were tipped off that Taste of Wynn inside Encore has closed. How could this be? The retail shop devoted to all things culinary at Wynn and Encore had just opened on October 1. Well, the official word is that the shop closed to make room for an entertainment store that will feature merchandise from Le Rêve, the property's nightclubs and the forthcoming Garth Brooks concerts. A rep for Encore tells us: Given the proximity to the theaters, this made the most sense. The Taste of Wynn store was a great success and we intend to relocate the…
 
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  • Comedian Caliendo will host NASCAR banquet - USA Today

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:11 pm
    Comedian Caliendo will host NASCAR banquetUSA TodayLAS VEGAS (AP) — Comedian Frank Caliendo will host NASCAR's season-ending banquet in December in Las Vegas. Caliendo, a noted impressionist, was featured in Caliendo tabbed to host Cup awards in Las VegasNascarCaliendo To Host Vegas NASCAR AwardsFox5 KVVUall 16 news articles »

  • Las Vegas ordinance now requires most cats and dogs to be sterilized - Examiner.com

    21 Nov 2009 | 11:01 am
    Examiner.comLas Vegas ordinance now requires most cats and dogs to be sterilizedExaminer.comThe Las Vegas city council passed a new ordinance this past week requiring most cats and dogs to be spay or neutered by four months of age, the Las Vegas Vegas council OKs pet spaying, neutering ordinanceSan Jose Mercury NewsLas Vegas Adopts New Reporting Requirements for Pet StoresPetProductNews.comall 23 news articles »

  • UFC Bad Boy Tito Ortiz Also Hits When Playing Golf in Las Vegas - GolfLasVegasNow.com

    21 Nov 2009 | 10:02 am
    Telegraph.co.ukUFC Bad Boy Tito Ortiz Also Hits When Playing Golf in Las VegasGolfLasVegasNow.comBut this day actually occurred in 2005 at Las Vegas golf course Rio Secco Golf Club, a beautiful Rees Jones design. Following the shoot, Ortiz and this UFC in need of a compelling fightLos Angeles TimesUFC 106 En VIVO!LALATE (blog)UFC 106: Ortiz-Griffin 2 analysis and predictionsExaminer.comMMAjunkie.com -VegasSports-Odds -nwitimes.comall 324 news articles »

  • Las Vegas Sands to Win in 2010, Poll Says - TheStreet.com

    21 Nov 2009 | 8:04 am
    Las Vegas Sands to Win in 2010, Poll SaysTheStreet.comNEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Las Vegas Sands(LVS Quote) is pegged to be the top performing company in the gaming UPDATE 1-Sands China raises $2.5 bln, low end of rangeReutersSands China Raises $2.5 BillionCasino Gaming StockSands China, parent raise $2.5 billion in Hong Kong saleLas Vegas Review - JournalOnline PR News (press release) -Casino Gambling Weball 46 news articles »

  • Michael Jackson doctor bought drugs in Las Vegas - BBC News

    21 Nov 2009 | 7:27 am
    E! OnlineMichael Jackson doctor bought drugs in Las VegasBBC NewsMichael Jackson's personal doctor bought anaesthetic Propofol in Las Vegas and had it sent to Los Angeles, newly-released court papers show. Warrant: Drug in Jackson case came from Vegas firmThe Associated PressPaper trail points to Jacko docNew York PostNew court documents released in Michael Jackson investigationNME.comAFP -Los Angeles Times -Gaea Timesall 780 news articles »
 
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  • Fatal Accident Involving Corrections Officer

    21 Nov 2009 | 12:15 pm
    A Laughlin Corrections Officer was involved in a fatal accident on U.S. 95 southbound near Searchlight early Saturday morning.  Laughlin Corrections is a division of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

  • Officials Focus on Las Vegas Gang Violence

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:27 pm
    The murder of Officer Trevor Nettleton is shedding light on the dangers of gangs. Experts say the gang culture is found in every Las Vegas high school -- even elementary schools. That's why law enforcement hopes parents will be on alert for the signs and symbols of gangs.

  • I-Team: Booting Battle Cranks Up

    20 Nov 2009 | 8:51 pm
    Boot-It Inc. is a local company raising eyebrows and question marks about the tactics of booting cars. Their battleground is the parking lot near Harmon and Paradise, a popular mass of spaces across from the Hard Rock.

  • I-Team: The JFK Conspiracy Theory

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:23 pm
    Sunday is the 46th anniversary of the day that President John Kennedy was assassinated. For one Las Vegas man, it will bring back a flood of memories about the only criminal case ever brought to trial in connection with the JFK assassination.

  • Young Students to Protest Violence

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:17 pm
    Two of the suspects being charged in Officer Trevor Nettleton's murder are just teenagers. At 17 and 18-years-old, they are facing the possibility of growing up behind bars. That is a future students at one middle school are learning to avoid.
 
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  • Judge in Station Casinos case refuses creditors' request

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:47 pm
    RENO – A federal bankruptcy judge has refused, for the time being, a request by the unsecured creditors of Station Casinos to hire another firm to aid in seeing whether there was any fraud or unsavory dealings in the handling of its finances.

  • Joint venture will acquire Hughes Center owner

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:19 pm
    A big nationwide real estate deal announced today includes the high-end, 115-acre Hughes Center office and business complex in Las Vegas. Its owner, Crescent Real Estate Equities Limited Partnership of Fort Worth, Texas, has been taken over by Barclays Capital, part of London-based banking giant Barclays Bank Plc.

  • Two more CityCenter structures earn high green ratings

    20 Nov 2009 | 11:04 am
    Mandarin Oriental and Veers have both reached the high environmental standard, bringing the total of LEED Gold certified facilities to six. Others include Crystals retail district, Vdara, ARIA’s hotel tower and separately, its convention center and theater.

  • Vegas company to pay $1 million to settle Arizona case

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:19 am
    Global Cash Access Holdings Inc. of Las Vegas on Thursday disclosed details about its agreement with Arizona gaming regulators, saying it will pay $1 million to settle an investigation involving actions years ago involving the company's founders.

  • Q&A: Michael Modic

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Dr. Michael Modic is overseeing operations at the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health after the two organizations joined forces this year.
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    Las Vegas Sun Stories: Politics

  • Reid likely has 60 votes needed to advance health bill

    21 Nov 2009 | 12:34 pm
    WASHINGTON -- Arkansas Sen. Blanche Lincoln announced on the Senate floor this afternoon that she will vote to proceed to the health care reform bill in today's rare session of the Senate, all but ensuring Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid the 60 votes necessary to advance the bill and open debate.

  • 10,000 Nevadans daily to get pro-Harry Reid robo-call

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:29 am
    WASHINGTON -- The progressive group that ran TV ads critical of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid's leadership as it pushed him to include the public option in the health care bill now says it has the leader's back as he potentially comes under pressure to change the bill as the health debate begins in the Senate.‬‪

  • $60 million to stabilize neighborhoods buys five homes

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    The Sun recently found that the three local governments receiving most of the money sent to the valley to buy, fix and resell foreclosed houses had been able to close deals on only five houses to date even though the program is nearly halfway into its 18-month time frame.

  • Auditors note problems in Recovery Act jobs numbers

    19 Nov 2009 | 5:06 pm
    WASHINGTON -- Government auditors have found significant problems in reporting the number of jobs created or saved by the Recovery Act, the Obama administration’s signature effort to improve the economy, according to a report released Thursday.

  • Long-sought, Harry Reid's goal of health care reform a step closer

    19 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    After weeks of crafting the Senate health care bill behind closed doors, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid finally unveiled it. The bill weighed in at $849 billion over 10 years, would cover 31 million uninsured and cut the federal budget deficit by $127 billion.
 
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  • Centennial grad back for basketball, home cooking

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:05 am
    Thanksgiving dinner is coming early for Italee Lucas this year. The North Carolina sophomore and Centennial High graduate will be in town this weekend to face the UNLV women’s basketball team on Sunday at Cox Pavilion. But first, Lucas and her Tar Heels teammates have a special trip to make.

  • Where to watch UFC 106

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:05 am
    While many fans are miffed UFC 106 won’t be featuring a heavyweight battle between Shane Carwin and Brock Lesnar, there are plenty of reasons to be excited about the fights that are going on.

  • UNLV and Southern Illinois will be guarded tonight

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:05 am
    Like it was for UNLV, 2006-07 was a very good season for Southern Illinois, which earned the Missouri Valley Conference’s highest NCAA tournament seed (No. 4) since 1979. The Salukis defeated Holy Cross and Virginia Tech, then lost to Kansas to finish that season 29-7.

  • Schumacher adds star power to go-kart finals’ horsepower

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    When I heard from an old racing pal that Michael Schumacher would be racing go-karts on the parking lot at the Rio this weekend, I told him I wasn’t interested, because I was covering Tiger Woods’ putt-putt match against Phil Mickelson. Then it was over to the Laughing Jackalope where U2 was playing a benefit for a school chum who had lost it all by hitting a hard 16. And after that, Pele said he’d give me a chance to get even on the foosball table.

  • The Elevator: Sanford edition

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    Sounds like an old Saturday morning cartoon, doesn’t it? When Steve “Chopper” Jones and freshmen Anthony Marshall and Justin Hawkins checked into the game in the second half against Nevada-Reno on Wednesday night, UNLV trailed by 12 points. When they went back to the end of the bench, the Rebels led by seven. Heavens to Murgatroyd, Snagglepuss!
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  • 3 local teams reach Nevada state football semifinals

    20 Nov 2009 | 11:50 pm
    Bishop Gorman continues its quest for a perfect season and defeated Cimarron-Memorial, 31-7, to capture the Sunset Region Championship. The Gaels will travel up north next weekend to face Reed in a state semifinal.

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    20 Nov 2009 | 4:05 pm
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  • UNLV's Wolfe breaks foot, college career over

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:35 pm
    Associated Press - November 20, 2009 6:35 PM ET LAS VEGAS (AP) - UNLV wide receiver Ryan Wolfe broke his left foot while returning punts in practice and will not be able to play in what would...

  • ATP says it can't reopen Agassi drug case

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:15 pm
    Associated Press - November 20, 2009 4:15 PM ET LONDON (AP) - ATP chairman Adam Helfant says the tour will not reopen a doping case against Andre Agassi even though he admitted to lying about...

  • Comedian Caliendo will host NASCAR banquet

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:15 am
    Associated Press - November 20, 2009 12:15 PM ET LAS VEGAS (AP) - Comedian Frank Caliendo will host NASCAR's season-ending banquet in December in Las Vegas.
 
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  • SEE “ETIENNE!” IN A CITY NEAR YOU THIS FALL!

    ETIENNE!, which world premiered at CineVegas 2009, will have screenings at film festivals across the country this fall. Directed by Jeff Mizushima (who won the Filmmaker to Watch Award at the 2009 fest), the film tells the story of Richard, who spends his days taking care of his best and ...

  • LIFE AFFIRMING: “TRASH HUMPERS” AND “ENTER THE VOID”

    For the most transgressive double-feature of the year, I caught the new Harmony Korine and Gaspar Noe films back-to-back in Toronto. I didn’t expect each film’s hopeful enthusiasm for innocent youth. TRASH HUMPERS can be billed as Korine’s return to his early territory of GUMMO... Well, Harmony has always pushed the ...

  • “HUMPDAY” OPENS IN VEGAS TODAY!

    HUMPDAY, which screened in the Sure Bets section at CineVegas 2009, opens in Vegas today at Regal Village Square. From director Lynn Shelton, and starring indie favorites Mark Duplass and Josh Leonard, HUMPDAY is ...

  • NOTES ON A PANEL: “MEDIA IS THE MASSAGE”

    Video games, like films, always starts with story. Or at least the games that get it right. A Penny Arcade Expo 2009 panel, entitled "Media is the Massage," hoped to address this notion with an all-star team consisting of Denis Dyack (President, Silicon Knights), Joseph Staten (Bungie, Creative Director), Tim ...

  • “HARMONY AND ME” SCREENINGS AT MoMA

    HARMONY AND ME, which screened at the 2009 CineVegas Film Festival, will return to the Museum of Modern Art in New York - where it premiered in April at New Directors/New Films - for a series of screenings from September 18-24. Director Bob Byington will be present at the September ...
 
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    Entertainment - MGM Grand Las Vegas

  • UFC 108: NOGUEIRA VS VELASQUEZ

    14 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm
    Antonio Rodrigo Noguiera is a heavyweight legend looking to climb to the top of the mountain one more time following his win over Hall of Famer Randy Couture in August. Unbeaten rising star Cain Velasquez has moved rapidly up the ranks, but he needs

  • 25% OFF SELECT DAVID COPPERFIELD PERFORMANCES

    13 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    David Copperfield has been hailed by audiences and critics as the greatest illusionist of our time. From soldout tours to broadway shows, David Copperfield has brought his magic to the world. See him live at the Hollywood Theatre. Show times: 7:30p &

  • 25% OFF SELECT DAVID COPPERFIELD PERFORMANCES

    13 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    David Copperfield has been hailed by audiences and critics as the greatest illusionist of our time. From soldout tours to broadway shows, David Copperfield has brought his magic to the world. See him live at the Hollywood Theatre. Show times: 7:30p &

  • BON JOVI: THE CIRCLE TOUR

    23 Oct 2009 | 10:00 am
    With New Jersey’s New Meadowlands Stadium as its backdrop, GRAMMY Award-winning hometown heroes Bon Jovi performed at a concert and media event today that announced “The Circle World Tour.” The band is preparing to spend nearly two years spanning th

  • LEON LAI: US TOUR 2009

    20 Oct 2009 | 9:00 am
    Leon Lai, Hong Kong based actor and Cantopop singer, brings his Dream Wedding show to the MGM Grand on Saturday, December 26, 2009. Leon is know as one of the four Cantopop Four Heavenly Kings with Aaron Kwok, Jacky Cheung, Andy Lau.
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    Entertainment - Mandalay Bay

  • Brad Paisley's American Saturday Night Tour with Special Guest Miranda Lambert

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:24 am
    Reigning Country Music Association (CMA) and Academy of Country Music (ACM) Male Vocalist of the Year Brad Paisley recently announced his highly successful American Saturday Night tour will extend into 2010 and include a stop at the Mandalay Bay Even

  • Ricky & the Redstreaks

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:23 am
    Join Ricky and the Redstreaks in Mizuya during NFR, December 3-12. They have been around for more than 40 years performing for closing nights of rodeos across the country. The show is a blend of cabaret, humor and music from the early days of rock ‘n

  • Mosley vs. Berto

    13 Nov 2009 | 5:47 pm
    Join us for Mosley vs. Berto in the Mandalay Bay Events Center, January 30th, 2010

  • Larry the Cable Guy

    4 Nov 2009 | 1:13 pm
    Larry The Cable Guy, the American stand-up comedian and actor known best for his signature catch-phrase “Git-R-Done,” will bring his hilarious routine to Las Vegas and make a stop at the Mandalay Bay Events Center Saturday, Dec. 12. The performance

  • 311 Day 2010

    29 Oct 2009 | 11:02 am
    Billed as the ‘ultimate 311 concert experience,’ “311 Day” is the premier event for 311 fans to gather and celebrate their love of the band and to witness an extraordinary show.  311 will play an extended set list (five hours) of hits, rarities, cove
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  • 72: Hanging Out on the Las Vegas Strip (and Why Las Vegas Locals Hate Doing So)

    ScottW
    1 Nov 2009 | 1:03 pm
    It’s a surprise to many Las Vegas tourists that a large number of Las Vegas locals hate hanging out on The Strip.  We, of course, do not belong to that category of Las Vegans.  We like visiting the coolest street in the USA. . .but understand why many locals don’t share our enthusiasm. In this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about our last couple of visits to The Strip and introduce a new “cast member” to the Living in Las Vegas Podcast!  Show notes: PHOTOS! (Halloween at Lavo) Weather (huh, not too bad) / LiLV Pool (Hey pool, you are dead to me)…

  • 71: Late Night at ‘After the Show’ — A Treat for Las Vegas Locals

    ScottW
    22 Sep 2009 | 3:36 am
    [Get this, we recorded this show at 2AM! Why? Read the show notes below. . .] This is the perfect example of what makes being a Las Vegas local so cool!  Every Monday night, starting at 11:00PM and going until 1:00AM Tuesday morning, a half dozen or more Las Vegas performers get together to perform for each other “After the Show”, that is, after their regular gigs.  Even better, Las Vegas locals are invited to join the fun for free. I’d heard about After the Show for some time and wanted to see what it was all about for ourselves.  So, this special late-night edition of…

  • 70: One is Good, One is Bad: Las Vegas Hiking, Las Vegas Real Estate Agents

    ScottW
    29 Aug 2009 | 11:14 pm
    [Let’s set the mood. . .it’s a Saturday night. . .the studio lights have been dimmed. . .the red wine is ready and willing. . .what better time to record a Living in Las Vegas Podcast?] Professionalism?  Las Vegas Real Estate “Professionals” calling.  We’re a little lost, here.  Can you send somebody over? Okay, this wasn’t meant to be the main topic. . .and it’s not. . .but, for the love of all things reasonable, get it together Las Vegas real estate folks!  You’re making those of us who live here look bad! On a positive note, after ranting about the nasty…

  • 69: Las Vegas Jazz + Las Vegas Comedy = Las Vegas Fun

    ScottW
    19 Jul 2009 | 7:53 pm
    How much do we love our Living in Las Vegas Podcast listeners?  Soooo much that 50% of our team was playing hurt for today’s show!! And even though Melissa was a winged wingman, today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast marches on with stories of Las Vegas Jazz, Las Vegas Comedy and proof that our listeners are some talented folks!  Show notes: Weather (dry heat? So is an oven.) / LiLV Pool (86 is the new 84) LiLV Stuff Listener Line: 206.312.0105 Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website) Yardwork in the sun Melissa’s Birthday Computer meltdowns and the smell…

  • 68: A Las Vegas Staycation with Scott and Melissa

    ScottW
    20 Jun 2009 | 2:31 pm
    I think it’s safe to say that for those of us who live in Las Vegas, there is no better place to enjoy a “Staycation” (a vacation in your own town) than right here. . .in the town that REALLY never sleeps.  For this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we take you on an overnight trip to the Strip, from a local’s perspective.  Show notes: PHOTOS! Weather (getting better) / LiLV Pool (8 degrees from nirvana) LiLV Stuff Listener Line: 206.312.0105 Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website) Trader Vics – Dead Cosibella Homes – Gone Get GREAT…
 
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  • Scheduling the New Living in Las Vegas Podcast Virtual Video Meetups: What Say You?

    ScottW
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:40 pm
    Last Tuesday, I sent an email to all the subscribers of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast email list asking for a recommendation. The reason? The Living in Las Vegas Podcast Virtual Video Meetup beta test we ran last Friday was a success(!) and as a result, I wanted to get our list member’s suggestions regarding a good day/time combo for our upcoming series of LiLV Virtual Video Meetups. About 10% of those who read the email responded and I wanted to both share the top day/time combos along with asking for your comments.  Because we see this as a great way to keep in touch with our…

  • A Little “Man Behind the Curtain” Fun at PodWorx

    ScottW
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:42 am
    Isn’t kind of fun to take a peek behind the curtain and see how stuff works?  I think so as well!  To that end, we’ve added the PodWorx Live Studio Campage to our website. From time to time (like as I type this), we’ll fire up the live camera so you can get an over-the-shoulder look into what’s happening in the PodWorx studios here in Las Vegas. You might see me conducting a pre-interview with a upcoming guest.  Or be able to watch a podcast being recorded live.  Or see some post-production work being performed.  Or prepping to release a new customer podcast…

  • Station Casinos “My Vacation” – A Great Staycation Option

    ScottW
    17 Nov 2009 | 3:47 pm
    Longtime Living in Las Vegas Podcast friend Cheryl just told me about an amazing deal that Station Casinos is running right now.  Called “My Vacation”, they have two great deals: $125 for two nights, including a $100 credit for dining, bar, and lounges at all casinos except Green Valley Ranch and Red Rock.  For those two properties, they are charging $250 for two nights, including $200 credit. And they added spa use for the $200 credit. Here’s the link to their website.

  • Living in Las Vegas Podcast VIRTUAL VIDEO MeetUp (Beta): Tonight at 5:30PM Pacific

    ScottW
    13 Nov 2009 | 2:04 pm
    “Scott, are you planning a listener meetup any time soon?  We’re going to be in Las Vegas next week, and would love to meet other listeners to your show!” From time to time, I get an email like the one above.  Melissa and I think it’s great that listeners to the show are interested in getting together, like we’ve done in previous meetups.  And while there’s nothing like seeing folks in person, there’s still many more people who’d like to attend but are unable to because their either busy, out of town, or not Las Vegas locals. I’ve been trying to figure out a…

  • 72: Hanging Out on the Las Vegas Strip (and Why Las Vegas Locals Hate Doing So)

    ScottW
    1 Nov 2009 | 1:03 pm
    It’s a surprise to many Las Vegas tourists that a large number of Las Vegas locals hate hanging out on The Strip.  We, of course, do not belong to that category of Las Vegans.  We like visiting the coolest street in the USA. . .but understand why many locals don’t share our enthusiasm. In this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about our last couple of visits to The Strip and introduce a new “cast member” to the Living in Las Vegas Podcast!  Show notes: PHOTOS! (Halloween at Lavo) Weather (huh, not too bad) / LiLV Pool (Hey pool, you are dead to me)…
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  • Las Vegas Cobras Blooper

    TheWiseman
    2 Nov 2009 | 11:11 am
    An extremely confused Las Vegas Cobras football player tackles his own teammate!

  • Fremont Street Experience Video

    TheWiseman
    7 Oct 2009 | 6:10 am

  • Las Vegas Prepares for 2010 International CES

    TheWiseman
    14 Sep 2009 | 12:35 pm
    The world’s largest annual trade show for consumer technology, International CES (Consumer Electronics Show), will take place in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas Hilton and Sands Expo & Convention Center/The Venetian from January 7 to January 10, 2010. The International CES features more than 2,700 exhibitors and draws more than 113,000 attendees annually from 140 countries such as retailers, manufacturers, broadband developers, content providers and creators, wireless carriers, cable and satellite TV providers, installers, government leaders, corporate…

  • Explore the World-Famous Las Vegas Strip!

    TheWiseman
    2 Sep 2009 | 12:28 pm
    The world-famous Las Vegas Strip offers something for everyone – including nonstop casino action, fabulous live entertainment, world-class dining, trendy nightclubs, relaxing health spas, eclectic attractions and abundant shopping opportunities!

  • Las Vegas Outdoor Recreation

    TheWiseman
    21 Jul 2009 | 11:06 am
    A multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities can be found within a day trip of Las Vegas such as boating and swimming at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, hiking at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, picnicking at Mt. Charleston Recreation Area and sightseeing at the Grand Canyon National Park via airplane, helicopter or bus tours. For more information about Las Vegas outdoor recreation, visit www.vegasareaguide.com.
 
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  • Restaurants at Bellagio Las Vegas

    Cristina
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Sticking with the elegance and luxury feel of the Bellagio Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, the restaurants take you on a virtual trip through many cuisines of the world. You can choose between fine dining, contemporary dining, casual dining and quick eats and you are guaranteed to find something to suit your taste. Fine Dining Circo [...]

  • Bellagio Las Vegas

    Cristina
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Bellagio is a luxury hotel and casino located on the Las Vegas Strip. It was built on the site of the demolished Dunes hotel and casino and is owned by MGM Mirage. The hotel was inspired by the Lake Como resort of Bellagio in Italy and is known for its elegance and the beautiful Fountains [...]

  • Things to Do For Kids at Excalibur Hotel and Casino

    Cristina
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:34 am
    For most travelers Las Vegas equals gambling, show girls and drinking, along with partying till dawn and getting married (in secret). But among all these “sinful” activities, there are some kids’ friendly activities and you shouldn’t be surprised to learn that family vacations are possible in Las Vegas. At Excalibur Hotel and Casino, the fun [...]

  • Things to Do at Excalibur Hotel and Casino

    Cristina
    17 Nov 2009 | 12:37 am
    Whether you are looking to have fun at the arcade, try the new 4D rides, spend time looking for souvenirs, soak up the sun, enjoy a spa treatment or burn off some calories playing golf, Excalibur Hotel and Casino is going to give you an incredible experience. SpongeBob Squarepants 4D At the Fantasy Faire level of [...]

  • Entertainment at Excalibur Hotel and Casino

    Cristina
    16 Nov 2009 | 10:41 am
    When it comes to entertainment, Excalibur Hotel and Casino combines the hilarious live comedy with action packaged adventures and spices it up with a sexy show. Families with kids have plenty of options but couples won’t be bored either. Shows Tournament of Kings Tournament of Kings is the most popular dinner show in Las Vegas. [...]
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  • Las Vegas Reviews

    whilevegassleeps
    17 Nov 2009 | 1:41 pm
    A little while back I decided that it was time to start working on a new Las Vegas blog project that caters to writing reviews about Las Vegas restaurants, hotels, and the normal sort of thing, but I didn’t want it to be limited to just Las Vegas reviews.  I’m seriously into wine.  It’s something [...]

  • Yeah Yeah Yeah’s Tonight at The Pearl

    whilevegassleeps
    19 Sep 2009 | 1:20 pm
    I’m heading to The Pearl Theater at the Palms tonight to see the Yeah Yeah Yeahs perform.  It was a present from Nick the Ex-Cabbie and I’m pretty excited.  I’m looking to find some good photos from the show for my blog so if you are at the show tonight and have some good photos [...]

  • Las Vegas Pink Taco

    whilevegassleeps
    28 Aug 2009 | 7:49 pm
    Free… the most beautiful word in the English language.  Well, it might be a recession and yes, you can find deals, but free — that’s a whole ‘nuther animal!  I was at the Hard Rock Hotel walking from the parking garage yesterday, and when I walked past The Pink Taco (home of the world famous [...]

  • Guest Column: Nick the Cabbie – “A is for Africa”

    Nick the Cabbie
    6 Aug 2009 | 10:21 pm
    The five girls that are about to get into my taxi don’t look like part of a bachelorette group (mainly because I don’t see any penis-shaped accessories), but they give off that bachelorette vibe. And they’re certainly loud enough. I immediately put my guard up. Many people don’t realize this, but, much like other wild [...]

  • Guest Column: Summer the Stripper – Las Vegas Bachelor Party Tips

    whilevegassleeps
    4 Aug 2009 | 11:27 am
    Top 5 Things To Make Sure Your Bachelor Party is Awesome 1) Shopping around for strippers Whenever shopping around, make sure you find out if there is an agency fee plus tips or not. This is very important when trying to inform your friends of how the party goes and how to arrange their finances. Usually most [...]
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  • Everything Las Vegas: Issue # 713

    MrVegas98
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:25 am
    November 20th, 2009 CityCenter Web Site Brings Groundbreaking Destination to Life. An evolutionary destination designed to transform Las Vegas at its core, CityCenter will be unveiled to the world this December. Yet now, weeks before the groundbreaking project opens its doors to the public, people everywhere can sample some of the energy and sophistication of CityCenter without ever leaving their chairs. Just launched, CityCenter’s new Web site, www.citycenter.com, takes visitors on an interactive cinematic journey, allowing them to discover virtually why CityCenter is destined to forever…

  • Everything Las Vegas Issue # 712

    MrVegas98
    6 Nov 2009 | 1:48 pm
    November 6th, 2009 Bette Midler’s residency at Caesars Palace to end Jan. 31. BY: John Katsilometes/Las Vegas Sun Bette Midler’s run as headliner at The Colosseum in Caesars Palace ends Jan. 31, the hotel and AEG Live announced today. Her engagement began Feb. 20, 2008, and she has swapped stints with Cher during that run. “What a fabulous two years this has been, and I thank AEG and Caesars Palace for the best partnership a showgirl could imagine. Who knows? These legs have had such a great run in the desert — it may be time to haul them to places with more humidity and…

  • Everything Las Vegas: Lucky Issue # 711

    MrVegas98
    30 Oct 2009 | 12:55 pm
    October 30th, 2009. Barry Manilow to debut at the Paris on Valentine’s Day. By Robin Leach It’s now definite — a lock, as they say in show business — that Barry Manilow will move to the Paris on the Strip right after his five-year contract with the Las Vegas Hilton ends in December. The new deal has been signed, sealed and delivered, as they also say! Barry will open on Valentine’s Day to coincide with the release of his new album of love songs. Here at Vegas DeLuxe, we were the first back to reveal back in the spring in a candid interview with Barry that he didn’t know if…
 
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  • Weird Street Names in Las Vegas

    Steve Fey
    21 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    Las Vegas is a cool place to live, but some of the street names can really make you think. [Read more]

  • Vegas Values: M Resort, what’s not to love?

    Kellee Kunovic
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:04 am
    M Resort has it all - comfortable gaming, reasonable and tasty eats, great promotions, special events, and friendly service that always makes you feel welcome. [Read more]

  • Pottery West Cancer Society Benefit

    Michael H. Dickman
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:02 am
    It's the time of the year when people start shopping for presents. On Saturday, November 21, Pottery West will have an art show, featuring pottery for sale. That's no coincidence. [Read more]

  • Casino Beat: November 2009 Promos!

    Eric James Miller
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:20 am
    As the holiday season rushes towards us, our area casinos are doing their best to lure us into their bright and shiny labyrinths of bells and whistles. For player's club members who check their mail, a bounty of cash, groceries, wine and even pumpkin pies is waiting just for you! [Read more]

  • What are we looking at here?

    Vegas Eye
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:02 am
    This closeup tests your knowledge of Las Vegas area locations. Can you recognize this place from this view? Does this view remind you of something? [Read more]
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  • Seen that? - YOU SHOULD FOLLOW CASINO NEWS

    13 Nov 2009 | 6:18 pm
    YOU SHOULD FOLLOW CASINO NEWS at Play Las Vegas Source:www.redrocklasvegas.com You may not think it's of any value to follow the corporate news of the Las Vegas Casino Industry but it is. Yeah I know it's boring, but a quick scan of the ...

  • Seen that? - HARRAH'S CASINOS EXPANDS TO ENGLAND

    3 Nov 2009 | 6:18 pm
    HARRAH'S CASINOS EXPANDS TO ENGLAND at Play Las Vegas Source:www.vegas-infos.de The race is on, everyone wants a bit of Las Vegas in their country. "Harrah's" took the plunge and bought out the prestigious London Clubs International in its bid to be a major ...

  • Seen that? - LAS VEGAS FOOTBALL BETTING WEEK 1

    25 Oct 2009 | 6:18 pm
    LAS VEGAS FOOTBALL BETTING WEEK 1 at Play Las Vegas Source:www.buber.net Week one of the football season is upon us. Are you ready to place your bets? This is the last week of the vacation season and people are heading to Las Vegas ...

  • As If There Weren't Enough Reasons to Go to Vegas...

    15 Oct 2009 | 8:06 pm
    I saw recently where Garth is coming out of retirement to populate the stage in Vegas. Elvis Garth will be on stage at the Wynn Encore Resort December 11-13 and Jan 1-3. Then he will play two Saturday shows and one Sunday show for the first 15 weeks of 2010. Tickets to see Garth at the Wynn are $125 each. I'd love to have a rakeback on that sweet little pot. Tickets for the first five weekends go on sale Oct. 24. Garth held a news conference ...

  • Seen that? - VIDEO POKER PLAYER WINS THEN LOSES

    11 Oct 2009 | 6:18 pm
    VIDEO POKER PLAYER WINS THEN LOSES at Play Las Vegas Source:www.snopes.com Watch what you're doing when playing slot machines. Video poker is probably the most popular type of slot machine in Las Vegas. Poker slot machines are all over the place, in convenience ...
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    CityLife Blogs

  • The Twitter feed of Sen. John Ensign

    Andrew Kiraly
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:11 pm
    SenatorEnsign2 Sorry, everyone. I didn’t mean to “retweet” that Holly Madison post. I was licking her profile picture and accidentally clicked the mouse. * SenatorEnsign2 HAPPY FRIDAY EVERYNE QUICK QUESTION– DOES THE RIM SALT FRM FOUR CHILI’S EL PRESIDENTE MARGARITTAS COUNT AS DINNER??/? * SenatorEnsign2 We were nice enough to give blacks “Good Times” and “The Jeffersons,” but no, [...]

  • Stay The Course, Harry

    Aziz Bawany
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:29 pm
    126852 With health care reform set for a battle on the Senate floor, a few organizations are making sure their voices are heard before the final vote is cast. On Nov. 19 at the West Charleston Boulevard Planned Parenthood offices, four women sat in an office reading over scripts. Their goal: make sure supporters let U.S. [...]

  • Let them eat … art?

    Jason Whited
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    Art might feed the soul, but it’s also surprisingly good at filling empty bellies — which explains why the folks at Three Square will invade the Las Vegas Arts District tonight. Lunch Trays for Home Days, a Three Square fund-raiser to help feed the 143,000 local school children at risk of going hungry, is tonight from [...]

  • TV time

    Steve Sebelius
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:14 am
    Eliza Dushku: Once again a victim of shortsighted, tasteless network executives. Well, those bastards have done it again: Fox has canceled Eliza Dushku’s cult favorite Dollhouse. Sure, they say they’ll air the remaining episodes that have already been ordered, but after that, the show goes away. Why, Fox? Why? We feel the same way we did [...]

  • Building Nevada one pauper at a time

    Jason Whited
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:34 am
    Nevadans are hurting as never before, thanks in large part to a state tax structure built on wishes and dreams Poor and middle class Nevadans pay more than five times the amount of state and local taxes as do the state’s top earners, say analysts with the D.C.-based Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy in a [...]
 
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  • Chocolate Marron from Cake House

    18 Nov 2009 | 11:16 pm
    I had to get this pretty cake when I saw it at Cake House in Koreatown City Center. I think there are chestnut pieces in cream. Cake House is pretty much like Tous Les Jours, selling pastries, bread, cakes, and coffee drinks.Chocolate Marron $3.50Rating (food): 3.7 / 5Rating (service): N/ARepeat: YesCake House Galleria3250 W. Olympic BL. #103Los Angeles, CA 90006(323)766-0404http://www.yelp.com/biz/cake-house-los-angelesCake House5410 Beach Blvd.Buena Park, CA 90621(714) 522-0101http://www.yelp.com/biz/cake-house-buena-parkCake House (City Center)3500 W. 6th St. #117Los Angeles, CA 90020(213)…

  • Ricky's Fish Tacos - private birthday party

    17 Nov 2009 | 11:33 pm
    We recently happened to be invited to a birthday party for Ricky's friend. Now, I didn't know or even heard of Ricky until this party. But it looks like he sells fish tacos for $2.50 on the street in Los Angeles on Saturdays and Sundays and everybody just likes it.When we were at the party, Ricky was frying each fish so we can eat really freshly cooked fish tacos. But it seems like he also deep-fries each order when he sells on the street, too. That could be one of the secrets why the tacos were so good. Also the tortilla was warm. I only know fish tacos from fast food, where the fish has…

  • TGI Friday's

    17 Nov 2009 | 12:34 am
    After we did some shopping at the mall, we were hungry. We didn't have any plan to eat, but they were handing out coupons outside TGI Friday's, so we just decided to try it out. We almost never eat here, I probably only tried once before, so we gave it a try. The coupon was for a free appetizer up to $8 with your purchase of an entree. There were only 1-2 items under $8 and everything else was over $8. So we ordered chicken strips as appetizer (we had to pay 99 cents), and we ordered Shanghai salad as entree. The salad was a really big portion, plus it comes with 4 pot stickers.But we didn't…

  • Epicurean Affair, April 23, 2009 - Las Vegas

    13 Nov 2009 | 9:28 pm
    Here's the pics from the Epicurean Affair back in April, 2009 at the Flamingo casino, Las Vegas. I wanted to post this blog earlier, but I totally forgot.We got 2 free tickets, but if you wanna purchase, I think it was $75 each and they have it every year, I believe. I think it's worth $75. There is so much food and drinks, and you can eat as much as you want (if you can). Just make sure to eat the ones you really wanted to eat first, because some of the popular food might be gone if you try to eat later.We start eating around 5:20pm, and by the time we were leaving, it was 8:20pm, and we…

  • El Pollo Loco chicken tamale and chicken burrito

    12 Nov 2009 | 10:34 pm
    El Pollo Loco is having a promotion, which is buy 1 get 1 free chicken tamale, so we went to get it.Just print out the coupon in the link below (Exp.11/23):http://elpolloloco.com/bogochickentamale/We got chicken tamales, and also ordered a classic chicken burrito.classic chicken burrito $3.69with white meat chicken, rice, beans, cheesechicken tamale: usually 1 for $1.99Chicken was mixed with dark meat. Although, I could eat it, but I wouldn't pay more than 50 cents a piece. I guess this is the taste and quality you get for this price.This is the special sauce that comes with chicken tamale,…
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    Las Vegas Sun Blogs: 'Politics: Ralston's Flash'

  • Reid tells Homeland Security boss to get out of Vegas -- or at least her faux nukes

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:18 pm
    Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid tells Homeland Security boss to cancel a FEMA exercise (nuclear bomb simulation on the Strip). I'd bet Janet Napolitano listens -- or already has. The letter is at right.

  • Harry Reid is the devil, the Constitution rocks, government stinks and more....

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:13 pm
    Here's a series of Tweets I sent from the first forum in the 2010 Senate race as nine GOP candidates gathered at the Railroad Pass Casino: First 2010 U.S. Senate debate with GOPers in Henderson about to start. Snow White and dwarves here. Like to say electricity in air. Can't. Now saying too many candidates to "debate." Each will talk for a few. Still might be here all day. Counting times Harry Reid's name cursed. Room at RR Pass Casino is jammed. More than 100. Lowden working room. Tark has kid on lap. Lots of Dump Harry Reid shirts. Hyper-Reid-hater Sherm Frederick is moderator. Apparently…

  • Danny Tarkanian's ad narrator can't pronounce Nevada; pulls down web ad within minutes

    18 Nov 2009 | 8:15 pm
    Yes, that's what happened today. Hoping to capitalize on the phantom congressional districts in stimulus reporting story (first discovered by yours truly two weeks ago), GOP Senate contender Tarkanian announced a web ad today attacking Harry Reid. The semi-clever ad uses an X-Files motif to lampoon Reid for the phantom districts and jobs (the districts were erroneous, the jobs were real, as the AP reported today). Problem was the narrator says Ne-vah-duh in the ads -- not an out-of-state narrator! Someone must have realized this immediately because the ad was pulled down. Indeed, reporters…

  • Initiative would amend Constitution to mandate secret ballots in union elections

    17 Nov 2009 | 4:04 pm
    The petition was filed on behalf of the national SOS (Save Our Secret Ballot) campaign. I have posted the filing with the other SOS (Secretary of State) at right. This will keep the unions busy....

  • Who says gubernatorial hopeful Brian Sandoval can't go to the right?

    16 Nov 2009 | 8:24 pm
    He can. Really, he can. Or so a Sandoval for Governor fundraising invite would have you believe. Sandoval, who has been seen as a moderate vulnerable to Mike Montandon and Jim Gibbons on the right, is being feted by some very conservative folks, including at least two members of the Reno Tea Party (George and Jo Ritter). The event is hosted by Washoe Commissioner Bonnie Weber of the well-known conservative Weber family and ex-GOP Chairwoman Earlene Forsythe (Incestuous NV note: Her son-in-law, Steve Wark, is Montandon's chief political adviser.) at the Forsythe's Reno home. The list also…
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  • It’s on!

    Sin City Siren
    16 Nov 2009 | 8:49 pm
    Whew! I think I need to sit down. It’s been quite a whirlwind  since Thursday when I officially became the lead plaintiff in the ACLU and Planned Parenthood lawsuit against Richard Ziser’s Personhood Initiative! First, let me say to all my feminist, progressive and generally wonderful family, friends and fans: Thank you so much! I have received such a great response from the community! Thank you! I can feel your support! And you’re not the only ones responding to this case. The mainstream media and pro-lifers are having their say, too. The Sun, Jon Ralston’s Flash,…

  • Emmily Bristol v Personhood

    Sin City Siren
    12 Nov 2009 | 7:45 pm
    I’ve been chomping at the bit for a few days now because I’ve wanted to share some big news with you. I am the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit challenging Richard Ziser’s Personhood Initiative! I am being represented by the ACLU and Planned Parenthood of America. (Here’s the two-part docs.) I must admit that this is not exactly how I pictured the start of my second trimester of my first pregnancy. But it is my belief — and my husband of 12-years shares this belief — that this is the right thing to do. As many regular Sin City Siren readers know, I believe strongly in a…

  • Pro-choice and pregnant!

    Sin City Siren
    9 Nov 2009 | 11:17 am
    My dear Sin City Siren readers, I have been keeping a secret from you for some weeks, and yes, it is partly why I have been a bit too busy and distracted for blogging. I am pregnant! I’m just moving out of the first trimester this week. This is a planned pregnancy. (Indeed, I got pregnant within one month of going off the pill!) My husband, of 12 years, and I are so excited about becoming parents for the first time! I may tire a bit easily these days, but don’t worry, I’m still the feisty, feminist you know and love! And I’m still very much pro-reproductive-choices,…

  • Tell NV Legislators to support ENDA

    Sin City Siren
    4 Nov 2009 | 10:20 am
    Senate Hearing on ENDA this week, Contact Senators Reid and Ensign Friend, This Thursday, November 5, a Senate Committee will hold a hearing on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (S. 1584). Key witnesses will testify about how vital this legislation is for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender workers and their families. But we know that the most important voices to these Senators are the voices of people who live back home We have made it easy to call or send an email, below.  Senators and Representatives and their staffs tell us that calls and emails make all the difference! So Call…

  • To be, or not to be … a person

    Sin City Siren
    2 Nov 2009 | 9:19 pm
    I am honored to have a wonderful guest post today from Maggie McLetchie, staff attorney and Interim Southern Program Director of the ACLU of Nevada. Here, she breaks down the latest Richard Ziser garbage and helps demystify the legalese behind it all. What’s the big deal about “personhood”? On its surface, the “Personhood Initiative” recently introduced by Richard Ziser of defense-of-marriage fame does little to nothing.  It proposes an amendment to the Nevada constitution very succinctly stating: In the great state of Nevada, the term ‘person’ applies to every human being. So…
 
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  • Just had to share

    Jacqulyn Richey - Las Vegas Real Estate (Prominent Realty Group)
    25 Oct 2009 | 1:45 pm
    Everyone blogs for different reasons. Sometimes its for strictly informational purposes, other times to share a personal experience or observation. Visitors often comment for the same reasons. I recently received a comment on our First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit post that I would like to share: Thank you On October 18th, 2009 Anonymous (not verified) says: I would like to say. Thank you Jacqulyn Richey for placing this post up for us to read and reply to. This is one of the most imformative sites I've found. Its things like this, a simple comment that makes its all worthwhile. That post now…

  • Affordable Luxury: Southern Terrace

    Jacqulyn Richey - Las Vegas Real Estate (Prominent Realty Group)
    26 Jul 2009 | 10:50 pm
    When surfing through the internet about Las Vegas homes, you'll find a lot of sites that talk about Summerlin, Spanish Trail, Silverado Ranch, etc. They are great communities with a lot to offer a home buyer. However, there are a lot of other wonderful communities that have been largely ignored. One of these is Southern Terrace. The community was built by then Nevada home builder Perma-bilt (who was later acquired by housing giant Meritage Homes shortly after the community was built). It was probably the last master planned community built under the Perma-bilt brand and offers a lot of the…

  • Thinking about CityCenter? You Might Want to Think Again

    Jacqulyn Richey - Las Vegas Real Estate (Prominent Realty Group)
    16 Jul 2009 | 2:54 pm
    The massive CityCenter project is finally nearing completion. For quite a while, the project was on the fence. Earlier this year, the project suffered a near fatal blow. It started with a construction defect prevented the construction of the Harmon condos, forcing MGM Mirage to refund buyer's deposits on those units already sold. Then in April, their partner in the project, Dubai World, refused to honor their financial commitment to provide funding of the project. Despite their differences, MGM Mirage and Dubai World managed to resolve their conflict and came to agreement. Funding and…

  • Submit your Real Estate blog posts to Puurple

    Jacqulyn Richey - Las Vegas Real Estate (Prominent Realty Group)
    16 Jul 2009 | 2:20 pm
    For those of you familiar with Digg, Puurple looks very similar. The site allows you to post your favorite real estate stories and vote on them, just like Digg. Submitting your blog posts to Puurple will also help draw in more traffic to your site. In all fairness, I must disclose that my husband Charles is a moderator on the site (aka spam killer). Posts not related to the real estate industry (mortgage, etc) will be removed. You will need to sign up for an account (it's free) in order to be able to submit and vote on stories.

  • Live like a High Roller - Without the High Roller Prices

    Jacqulyn Richey - Las Vegas Real Estate (Prominent Realty Group)
    19 Jun 2009 | 2:00 pm
    By now almost everyone has heard how inexpensive property is in Las Vegas. The national media has beating the foreclosure drum to death. However, certain parts of town still command a hefty price tag. For those looking for a condo on the strip, prices have gone down...but are not at rock bottom. That doesn't mean that you can't enjoy a high roller lifestyle on a more modest budget. There are quite a few communities located within walking distance to the strip that have fallen in price dramatically. They offer some of the same amenities found in strip properties, but cost far less. A good…
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  • New hope and new worries

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:10 am
    Researchers in Reno say they've discovered a virus that may cause Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, a discovery that may have implications for people who need blood transfusions. But officials are urging caution while more research is done.

  • Bad medicine

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:10 am
    Except for the lack of magazines, the waiting room looks finished. The chemical tang of new paint and fresh carpet hangs in the air. Light pours in through the windows. Dozens of chairs sit back-to-back in evenly spaced rows, awaiting patients.

  • Under the radar

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:10 am
    No jet fighter in history comes anywhere close to the U.S. Air Force's new F-35 Lightning II.

  • Can cap-and-trade save us?

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:10 am
    How do global leaders propose to reduce greenhouse gases while allowing industries to gradually adopt less carbon-heavy alternatives?

  • Status update

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:10 am
    Sometimes, timing is everything.
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    REAL SUMMERLIN

  • Pulte Homes Wins Award For Summerlin’s *Villa Trieste*

    Chris Shouse
    13 Nov 2009 | 2:53 pm
    Villa Trieste is a Summerlin Neighborhood that I wrote about in January.  It is a beautiful community and the homes are wonderful.  The below quote is from an article written in Earth News. Pulte Homes has been selected as the recipient of the 2009 Leadership for Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Award for Homes Outstanding Production Builder by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). “The USGBC’s Residential Market Development Team selected Pulte for this year’s Production Builder award because of Pulte’s Las Vegas division’s outstanding achievements and future commitments…

  • Sun City Summerlin Market Update Sep26th-Oct24th 2009

    Chris Shouse
    25 Oct 2009 | 6:53 am
    On The Market                                                 100 Bank Owned                                                        7 Short Sale                                                          11 Pending                                                               6…

  • Summerlin Market Update Sep26th-Oct24th 2009

    Chris Shouse
    25 Oct 2009 | 6:48 am
    SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE On The Market                                                 549 Bank Owned                                                      53 Short Sale                                                        179 Pending                                                             75…

  • Siena (Summerlin) Market Update Sep 27th-Oct 24th 2009

    Chris Shouse
    25 Oct 2009 | 6:22 am
    SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE On The Market                                                    40 Bank Owned                                                         1   Short Sale                                                            4 Pending                                                               4 …

  • Siena Adult Community Summerlin Update Sept. 19- Sept. 26 2009

    Chris Shouse
    26 Sep 2009 | 7:28 pm
    SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE On The Market                                                    68 Bank Owned                                                         3 Short Sale                                                           16 Pending                                                                5…
 
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  • Is This the Future of TV Journalism?

    Las Vegas Now Staff
    12 Nov 2009 | 9:14 am

  • Nevada Worst for Teen Pregnancy

    Las Vegas Now Staff
    9 Sep 2009 | 10:19 am
    Nevada has the highest percentage of teenage pregnancies compared to any other state in the country. The non-profit agencies that counsel teenagers say the lack of education and the economy are to blame for the increase. A national study shows that 113 teens for every 1,000 in the state are pregnant.

  • Police Look for Robbery Suspect

    Las Vegas Now Staff
    9 Sep 2009 | 10:11 am
    An suspect robbed a business in the area of Tropicana and Hualapai on Aug. 1, 2009, according to Metro. Police say the man pretended to have a weapon when he demanded money. Police are asking anyone who can identify the man to call Metro’s Robbery Section at (702)828-3591 or CrimeStoppers at (702) 385-5555.

  • Alleged Theives Attack Man on Street

    Las Vegas Now Staff
    9 Sep 2009 | 10:05 am
    etro is searching for two suspects — a man and a woman – in a street robbery that happened July 31, 2009. Police say the robbery happened around 2:30 a.m. in the area of Maryland Pkwy. and Bonanza. The suspects asked the victim for $1 and when he refused, police say, he was thrown to the [...]

  • Las Vegas Locals Hopeful for Mortgage Relief

    Las Vegas Now Staff
    19 Feb 2009 | 10:50 am
    Nevada has been among the hardest hit states in the economic crisis and has been leading the nation in foreclosures for more than a year. In January alone, more than 3,200 homes were foreclosed on. Many struggling homeowners in Las Vegas wonder if President Barack Obama’s foreclosure plan to help homeowners will help them avoid the [...]
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  • 1120FRI: THE ROUNDUP

    Jason Scavone
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:42 pm
    There is little discernible difference between Atreyu and the kids hanging out behind your 7-11. Atreyu, which made the extra-metal move of naming their metal band after a character from The Neverending Story joins up with Hollywood Undead and Escape the Fate tonight at House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay. Seriously, at least give them this: That name doesn’t sound like they care whether you think they rock hard or not. Cannibal Corpse? They totally have something to prove. Atreyu? Nothing to prove at all. Their afterparty is set for Wasted Space at the Hard Rock Hotel. Jay Sean and Kaci…

  • DAILY SIP: BOLL WEEVIL

    Jason Scavone
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:20 pm
    FACT: The hurricane glass is the official party glass. The one immutable truth of Thanksgiving is that once you’ve had your fill of potatoes and you’re on hour five of hearing your third cousin tell his story about seeing President Reagan in the Rose Garden on his Fourth Grade tour of D.C. for what seems like the 26th straight year, you need a stiff belt. Stiff? Check. B.B. King’s Blues Club at The Mirage has it covered with the Boll Weevil. Everything we know about the boll weevil comes from Elvis, which basically means they’re about as attractive as a girl…

  • LEWIS DROPS A BEAT AT TAO

    Jason Scavone
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:23 pm
    There really should be a law requiring anyone who beatboxes in public to wear parachute pants. (Photos by Al Powers) Blake Lewis, Season 6’s runner-up on American Idol was at Tao inside The Venetian last night to celebrate the release of his Heartbreak on Vinyl. He jumped up on stage around 1 a.m. to do a little beatboxing and freestyling before launching into “Binary Love.” (We just hope Kraftwerk is getting royalties.) Porn star Stormy Daniels was in the crowd, drinking Champagne with a large group. Allison Janney was there for dinner, as part of her ongoing 50th birthday…

  • IT WAS THIS OR A MY LITTLE PONY

    Jason Scavone
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm
    (Photo by Tony Tran | SpyOnVegas.com) Never forget something that once made you smile. That is good advice. Like, we’ll never forget that time that we had two arms that didn’t look like they were assaulted by the most optimistic tattoo artist in the parking lot of a Lynyrd Skynyrd concert.

  • JANNEY KEEPS PARTY ROLLING

    Jason Scavone
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:00 am
    She’ll be playing the part of the girl with a whole lot of dialogue. (Photo by Gemi Larson) The West Wing’s Allison Janney continued her 50th birthday celebration with Wicked’s Megan Hilty and two other friends last night at the 7 p.m. show of Love at The Mirage where they tipped back a little Veuve Clicquot. West Wing creator Aaron Sorkin has a new show coming out about being behind the scenes of a TV show, which is just like every other show he’s ever done. He does like to reuse a lot of the same actors, though, so Janney has a good shot at a new part. Still,…
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  • Las Vegas Foreclosure Condos for Sale

    REMAX LAS VEGAS - Bob Ratliff
    6 Nov 2009 | 11:43 pm
    Las Vegas foreclosure condos for sale near Las Vegas Strip and Airport. Las Vegas foreclosure Condos for Sale in close proximity to all major Vegas attractions. Instant equity plus cash flow... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Las Vegas Gated Community Bank Owned Home

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    6 Nov 2009 | 11:38 pm
    Las Vegas Painted Desert pool home located in gated golf course community. Five bedrooms with three baths and 2700 sq. ft. with three car garage. Solar heated pool with fireplace in master bedroom.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Las Vegas Bank Owned Strip Condos

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    6 Nov 2009 | 11:32 pm
    Las Vegas Bank Owned Strip Condos beautiful with a great Las Vegas location. Only a few years old 1,2,3 bedrooms priced from $138K and above. Las Vegas Bank Owned Strip Condos. These Las Vegas condos... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Las Vegas High Rise Foreclosures

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    6 Nov 2009 | 11:15 pm
    Is the Las Vegas High Rise and luxury condo market going to become another victim of the Las Vegas foreclosure fallout. Vegas realtors Bob Ratliff with The Ratliff Group discuss the possible upcoming... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Summerlin Foreclosures

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    Summerlin Foreclosures is truly a unique community with homes that showcase the finest living in the Las Vegas Valley. The Summerlin Foreclosure location is second to none, as the west side of Las... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
 
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  • Urth Caffe, LA

    Jules
    7 Nov 2009 | 9:07 am
    Home this weekend doing major Fall cleaning (somehow I missed the Spring cleaning thing), I'm dreaming of a roadtrip. My lovely sister-in-law brought to my attention a cool, organic cafe in LA called Urth Caffe... in addition to a cozy atmosphere it offers only ethical and organic coffees and teas... awesome, right? It's definitely on my wishlist of things to do the next time I'm in the City of Angels. Has anyone visited Urth Caffe? Or do you have another favourite coffee/tea shop? Please do share!LA Eats: Broaster Kitchen

  • Happy Halloween from Lovely Las Vegas!!!

    Jules
    31 Oct 2009 | 10:31 am
    Photo credit: Jules @ Lovely Las Vegas (cute paintings at an art gallery in the Venetian) Lovely Las Vegas would like to wish everyone a:Happy and Safe Halloween!!!And a Happy Nevada Day!!!

  • Dia de los Muertos, Las Vegas

    Jules
    28 Oct 2009 | 6:58 pm
    Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a holiday that is about celebrating and colourfully honouring departed loved ones. Falling in November, Dia de los Muertos is soon upon us.Las Vegas is doing its own spin on the day, with several Dia de los Muertos-inspired activities:1) Luxor's Tacos & Tequila, Sunday, 1 November 2009, 12pm-5pm. Partake in a Deadliest Dressed competition and feast on a special brunch and holiday-appropriate drinks. Mechad Brooks from True Blood is hosting this party.2) Springs Preserve, Sunday, 1 November 2009, 3pm-9pm. With general admission to the Springs…

  • District Halloween Decor

    Jules
    22 Oct 2009 | 8:26 pm
    Halloween is in the air... at least at The District in Henderson (the twin city of Las Vegas!) The hip little shopping mecca, adjacent to Green Valley Ranch, is getting into the mood with ghosts floating about between the palm trees (do you see them?!?!).... Plus, an enormous (and friendly) ghost and his companion jack'o'lantern hanging out in the main plaza... I don't think I've ever seen a ghost stick out his tongue... have you? And finally, reems and reems of spiderwebs have somehow encased the shrubs all over the District. It was a nice surprise walking along the promenade with all this…

  • Palazzo Fall Decor

    Jules
    18 Oct 2009 | 11:38 am
    My last post was about the atrium at the Bellagio being all decked out for the changing seasons. So I thought it would be nice to continue the theme with some Fall images from the Bellagio. Fall in Las Vegas always seems to short (does anyone else feel that the transition from Summer to Winter happens in an instance?), so I just can't get enough of the cozy displays around town. Fall decor at the Palazzo,cascading from the ceiling.This is definitely not a seasonal display, but I love the shimmer of the tiles juxtaposed against the shimmer of the coins. Unexpectedly lovely! What do you think?
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