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A&EVegas rapper DougieTheDon reconnects with his father through song
Thursday, June 3, 2021 Check out his debut “This One’s on You.”
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A&ELocal producer and musician Alex Higgins digs into Vegas history with new podcast
Thursday, June 3, 2021 “What Happened in Vegas” is a testament to Higgins’ dedication and research.
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NoiseLas Vegas trio Headwinds lets loose with a noisy rock declaration
Thursday, May 27, 2021 We put the guitar amp in the living room, drums in one bedroom and the bass in the other bedroom.” Everything was recorded that way—live—except the single “Breakfast for Dinner.”
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A&EOutdoor bootcamp offers a fresh-air alternative to the gym
Thursday, May 20, 2021 A lot of people get bored in the gym doing the same thing over and over, so bootcamp is a great way to get a variety of things going,” says Hardwork Fitness coach Hannah Pringle.
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TasteBoulder City’s Dam Roast House encourages the slow life
Thursday, May 20, 2021 Inside, it’s a calm and modern oasis with some serious Ikea vibes, plus a little bookstore to add even more Wes Anderson-esque charm.
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Weekly Q&AFrom her jewelry line to her day job, Las Vegan Walanya Vongsvirates works to boost the human spirit
Thursday, May 20, 2021 “Color is a simple way to put a smile on your face and an easy way to change your mood or boost your confidence,” she says of her business, Love, Hand and Heart.
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A&ESaturday S.N.A.P.S. reimagines open mic as a vehicle for free expression
Thursday, May 13, 2021 The only rule is no apologies on the mic. “You could stand up here for five minutes in silence if you want to, and we could just breathe together.”
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HealthVibrational sound therapy offers touchless healing and relaxation
Saturday, May 8, 2021 Checking in with Carey-Sue Kaplan, owner of Las Vegas-based Desert Vibration and Sound Therapy.
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A&EAndrojinni’s ‘EDM rap’ sounds at home in Las Vegas
Thursday, May 6, 2021 The artist released debut EP ‘Contact High’ in 2020 and is readying a follow-up, due out this summer.
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HealthSkin sense: helpful tips for treating acne safely
Saturday, May 1, 2021 Courtney Stewart of Las Vegas’ Advanced Aesthetics med spa says treating the condition isn’t a “one-size-fits-all thing.”
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A&EFrom her School of Rock students to her own music, Rhaina Yasmin impacts the Vegas scene
Thursday, April 29, 2021 With a full band backing her, she released her first EP last August, and she’s at work on new singles with an eye toward a late-spring release.
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TasteDowntown Las Vegas’ Silver Stamp gains a quick following among beer lovers
Thursday, April 29, 2021 It’s friendly and accessible, a neighborhood spot for unpretentious folks with discerning palates.
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A&EThrough live music, flower arranging and good wine, Downtown’s Cork and Thorn wants to draw you in
Thursday, April 29, 2021 Because the venue also has a restaurant license, it stayed open while many businesses in the area shuttered. Eventually, it began booking events again.
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FeaturesFriends of Nevada Wilderness restores nature on Earth Day and beyond
Thursday, April 22, 2021 You can join FONW for an April 22 restoration event at the Wee Thump Wilderness Area in Searchlight, or volunteer for a future event.
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TasteCraftHaus’ Wyndee Forrest has big plans for the Nevada Craft Brewers Association
Thursday, April 22, 2021 “it’s really important we have one message going out, and that’s that Nevada makes award-winning, world-class beers. We don’t need to import everything.”
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FeaturesHot cannabis products, accessories and celebrity brands
Thursday, April 15, 2021 A marijuana-infused beverage in a can? You bet.
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A&ELas Vegas rapper Kentrello wants to lay his feelings bare
Thursday, April 8, 2021 His ‘Screenshot’ EP pairs dreamy, lo-fi synths against smooth-flowing vocals, peppered with introspective bars about his day-to-day life and relationships.
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A&ESecond Helping Podcast: Las Vegas Local Restaurant Institutions
Wednesday, April 7, 2021 We can’t wait to share the best things we ate last month from our tasty trips to Estiatorio Milos, Cornish Pasty, Ada’s Wine Bar and Border Grill.
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A&EPrepare to be surprised by Vegas band Luxury Furniture Store
Thursday, April 1, 2021 The trio of singer-guitarist Will Kim, bassist Julian West and synth player Holly Haywood continues to shapeshift.
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A&ETragedy doesn’t knock Henderson shop Swanny’s Cycles off-balance
Thursday, April 1, 2021 The new all-purpose repair and retail bicycle shop is working with the Southern Nevada Bicycle Coalition to help promote safety.
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A&ELas Vegas’ Soul State shifts its focus from live events to electronic releases
Thursday, March 25, 2021 In January, five-track compilation ‘State of Mind’ reached No. 1 on Beatport’s top 10 releases chart.
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A&ERed Canary Song offers support after Atlanta shootings
Thursday, March 25, 2021 “We are asking that the community stand in solidarity with us and all immigrant and migrant massage workers and sex workers.”
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A&EUNLV dance student Cierra Bliss explains how she became comfortable in her skin
Thursday, March 25, 2021 “It’s a beautiful thing to know who you are and become that. It’s not a beautiful process—the process is very raw—but the outcome is very beautiful, and there’s beauty in that struggle.”
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TasteDesert Bread’s twice-weekly baked goods draw a crowd
Thursday, March 25, 2021 Brett Boyer and Brendon Wilharber sell a rotating selection of croissants, cookies, bread loaves and more from their house on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.
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A&ESinger Ziona brings her second musical act to Las Vegas
Thursday, March 18, 2021 The 26-year-old drops a debut EP, ‘Stuck in Your Head,’ on March 19.
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TasteTodd Brunson’s Roma Coffee ups the ante on the neighborhood café
Thursday, March 18, 2021 Maybe you’ve heard of his father, Poker Hall of Famer Doyle Brunson ...
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A&ETry these Vegas-born spots in Downtown Summerlin
Thursday, March 18, 2021 Where to get great cupcakes, cocktails, coffee and more.
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TasteDiscover fresh tortillas, chiles and more at your local Mexican grocery
Thursday, March 11, 2021 Here are some finds to consider next time you’re at Cardenas, Marketon, Marianas, La Bonita or another Las Vegas market.
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A&EDebate rages about whether essential oils are safe for cats
Thursday, March 11, 2021 If you’re considering trying a product, consult your veterinarian for the most up-to-date guidance and information.
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A&ESecond Helping Podcast: All the Taco Talk
Monday, March 8, 2021 Masazul founder Mariana Alvarado explains why the tortilla is the most important part of a great taco.
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A&ESorting through meal-delivery services, from Blue Apron to HelloFresh to Marley Spoon and beyond
Thursday, March 4, 2021 How much they cost, which plans they offer and why they are—or aren’t—the right fit for you.
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A&ESad Art Collective strives to elevate the Las Vegas music scene
Thursday, March 4, 2021 Last year, the group—which focuses on hip-hop but also embraces soul, R&B, pop and more—released 80 songs over the span of 20 weeks during a seasonal series.
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HealthFor those suffering from fibromyalgia, feeling is believing, Las Vegas doctor says
Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021 "I would become depressed, too, if no one thought my symptoms were real,” says Dr. Mitchell D. Forman, a professor at UNLV School of Medicine.
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NoiseLas Vegas rock band Citizens at Risk continues recording—and preparing for the day shows can resume
Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021 Debut EP ‘Microphallicosm’ dropped in October, and more new material’s on the way. “The music that’s out there is just the tip of the iceberg,” bassist Dave Rivas says.
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TasteHome ramen hacks: These simple twists give the humble noodle packet new life
Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021 What to add, how to spice it up and which brands to buy.
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TasteLas Vegan @monsonmadethis spreads vegan inspiration online
Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 Through his Instagram and YouTube accounts, Michael Monson rethinks comfort-food favorites like salted caramel pudding, butternut squash bisque, monkey bread and lasagna.
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Weekly Q&ALas Vegan Emily Driscoll on running Solde Vintage while attending law school
Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 “Personally, I love the ’80s and postmodern, anything brass—like your grandma’s house but a little bit sexier.”
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A&EA scribe called Quest: Rapper Nate Quest tackles Vegas life in his work
Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 “I like talking about subject matter that other artists don’t dive into,” says Quest, who’s taking on the role of sole producer for his upcoming LP, tentatively titled ‘The Coming of Age.’
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FeaturesTales of online dating in Las Vegas—the highs and the lows
Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 “It seemed to go on for a long time without me getting a word in, but the sushi was good, so I ate and let her talk.”
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A&ELongtime Las Vegas metal band Hemlock unleashes two new albums
Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 “When you’re 15, you never imagine playing with Slayer,” says Chad Smith, the the band’s jovial, dreadlocked vocalist and bassist.
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Fine ArtBrent Holmes’ Barrick Museum exhibit examines Black identity and Western roots
Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021 Leading up to ‘Behold a Pale Horse,’ the artist spent much of the pandemic exploring landscapes and recording that process.
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A&EHow to put the phone down and pick up a proper camera
Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021 If you’ve always wanted to get into photography as a hobby, we’ve covered the basics for you here.
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NoiseLas Vegas’ Lawn Mower Death Riders mix humor and the macabre
Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021 Second album ‘Here Comes Another One’ is out now on GC Records.
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TasteFive to try: Expand your palate with these Korean market finds
Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021 Gochujang, mandu, Chapagetti and more.
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A&ESecond Helping Podcast: Sweet Bakery Treats
Monday, Feb. 1, 2021 We’re ready for all the sweet treats that Valentine’s Day will bring.
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A&ELocal spin: New singles from the Las Vegas music scene
Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021 Tracks from Enigo, Jesse Pino, Reeko Blakk and Sabriel.
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FeaturesThese daytrips from Las Vegas can provide a restorative change of scenery
Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021 From nearby Lake Mead and Valley of Fire to Death Valley and Dixie National Forest a bit farther out.
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HealthLas Vegas skin care company Made Stronger Essentials goes back to basics with pure ingredients
Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021 Founder Sharon Lewis turned to organic skin care to help her children overcome their eczema with natural, organic and chemical-free lotions, oils and body butters.
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Weekly Q&A@HappyTummy_702 Instagrammer Suzy Hendrix explains how her home cooking took off
Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 “I want to reiterate, I had zero cooking skills. My mom would try to teach me, and I had absolutely no interest. You’re not going to learn something until you want to learn.”
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NoiseDavid Perrico Pop Strings Orchestra makes its livestream debut on January 22
Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 David Perrico Pop Strings Orchestra has gone from performing nearly nonstop—weekly at Cleopatra’s Barge, six shows a year at the Smith Center, plus late-night gigs at the Westgate and hired corporate events—to not performing at all during the pandemic.
