Rick Lax
Story Archive
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The least dangerous game
Monday, June 18, 2012 If you're not going to play by the rules, find another Laser Quest.
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Fashion
Jacks & Jokers offers trendy T-shirts (and more) with classic playing card art
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 The unofficial go-to designer for pro gamblers.
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Politics
Dissecting the confusion and uncertainty in Nevada's GOP
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 The Nevada GOP and the Clark County Republicans both had mini-embarrassments in the past week.
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As We See It
Thinking about Taco Bell's new Cantina Bell menu, an upcoming Moonface show and more
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Also, the Las Vegas 48 Hour Film Project's winning entry.
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As We See It
Getting ready for the Zombie Apocalypse
Monday, June 11, 2012 Rick Lax is ready for the Zombie Apocalypse -- are you?
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Print
Jonah Lehrer's 'Imagine' gives tips on developing creativity
Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Young and talented Wired editor Jonah Lehrer argues that creativity isn’t a gift; it’s a skill that can be developed.
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Elvis Presley
Want to be buried in Elvis' former crypt? Thanks to Julien's Auctions, you can
Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Fantastic news for wealthy (and morbid) Elvis fans!
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As We See It
From overeaters to tatted tarts, these local models aren’t the usual runway queens
Wednesday, June 6, 2012 The beauties discuss their modeling beginnings, why they do it and more.
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Weekly Q&A
Q&A extra: overtime with the models
Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Glittering unicorns and flaming queens trapped in women's bodies.
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Camels, rain, the Book of Mormon
Monday, June 4, 2012 My thrown-together last-minute New York weekend
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As We See It
Thinking about Mitt Romney, 'Mad Men' and more
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 Also, pondering the obesity rate of a nudist society.
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Nightlife
Memorial Day Weekend in Vegas—minus the club
Sunday, May 27, 2012 No one plans to drink at the hotel bar ... but that doesn't mean it's empty.
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As We See It
5 things every tourist should know for MDW in Las Vegas
Friday, May 25, 2012 From club-entry tips to parking problems, read this before you venture out in Vegas.
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Music
On Fridays, get your steak with a side of fantastic live music at Hank's
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 “It’s like Drai’s Afterhours, but there’s no ropes ..."
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As We See It
Weighing Sandoval as Romney's veep
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Nevada's status as crucial swing state helps the Governor's chances.
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5 Things
Thinking about 'Saturday Night Live,' James Bond and more
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Also, Downtown is about to get soaked.
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Print
Book review: 'The Fear Index'
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 The man who wrote The Ghost Writer returns with another effective thriller, The Fear Index
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Gaming
How gambling on the World Series of Poker could influence play
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 The Gaming Control Board will allow gamblers to bet on various WSOP events this year.
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Features
Holley's World (of coffee)
Thursday, May 10, 2012 Bringing people together with fresh roasted beans and open mic Thursdays.
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Print
Book review: 'Drop Dead Healthy'
Wednesday, May 9, 2012 A.J. Jacobs tackles the health craze in his latest book, 'Drop Dead Healthy'
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Gaming
R.I.P. Amarillo Slim: reflecting on the legacy of the influential poker player
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 The 83-year-old helped to turn poker into the multibillion-dollar enterprise it is today.
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Comedy
Laughing about Marriott coffee with David Sedaris
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 In case you didn't already know it, David Sedaris is really funny
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Print
A 140-word review of a 140-page book, 'The World America Made'
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Robert Kagan's latest book falls a bit short
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David Sedaris funnies up the Smith Center
Friday, April 27, 2012 And these are the funniest things he said ...
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As We See It
Thinking about Aria's new signage, SNL alums turned political whack jobs and more
Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Also, a Kir Royale faux pas.
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A&E
The tricky business of magic and copyrights
Wednesday, April 25, 2012 >Under copyright law, choreography, pantomime and stage directions are generally protectable; magic secrets aren’t.
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Only at Marquee, only at midnight, only Morgan
Thursday, April 19, 2012 A 30th birthday party to remember ...
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A&E
Book Review: 'The Power of Habit'
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Take a peek at how New York Times reporter Charles Duhigg sees the world.
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As We See It
Suicide by landmark: Hoover Dam Bypass vs. Golden Gate Bridge
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 The nearby bypass experienced its first suicide this week.
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Weekly Q&A
Talking speed with car racing champ Enrico Bertaggia
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Once Enrico Bertaggia was a champion driver. Today, he helps others get a Ferrari-fueled rush.
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A&E
Sedaris reads Sedaris at the Smith Center
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 The only thing better than reading David Sedaris is hearing David Sedaris read his own work.
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Nightlife
Sweet news: Cherry nightclub to reopen at Red Rock Resort
Thursday, April 12, 2012 The locals hang will host indoor/outdoor parties starting May 25.
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As We See It
Workouts getting stale? Find your perfect gym
Wednesday, April 11, 2012 Rick Lax wants to help you find that gym with something extra
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A&E
Strip performers take off their clothes for charity in Broadway Bares
Wednesday, April 11, 2012 Sexy people stripping down for a good cause: Hard to argue with that.
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Music
A night out with the performers
Tuesday, April 10, 2012 "It was one of those old-school Vegas nights."
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Entertainment
Three questions for high-wire royalty Lijana Wallenda-Hernandez
Wednesday, April 4, 2012 The seventh-generation daredevil will perform in Absinthe through May 1.
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As We See It
Thinking about puppies, Sarah Palin's guest hosting on 'Today' and more
Wednesday, April 4, 2012 Also, the new Wynn website.
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Nightlife
After 50 years, Dino's is still Las Vegas' neighborhood bar
Tuesday, April 3, 2012 The karaoke hot spot celebrated half a century Thursday night.
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A&E
An all-tweet review of Steve Martin's new tweets collection
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 #WhyDidIBuyThis?
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As We See It
Why you shouldn't leave your kids at home when you vacay in Vegas
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 A Chicago couple is in legal trouble after doing just that.
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Nightlife
Sake, celebrities and sober embarrassment at UNLVino
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 Observations from the annual UNLV hotel college fundraiser.
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Facebook etiquette for Vegas folks
Sunday, March 25, 2012 So, what should go on Rick Lax's Facebook wall?
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Politics
Certain candidates' nicknames don't fly on Nevada's ballots—and here's why
Wednesday, March 21, 2012 And it's bad news for Nancy "Occupy" Price ...
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Stage
Jersey Boys are back in town, well Paris
Wednesday, March 21, 2012 The show recounts the formation, rise and fall of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.