Story archive for February 2023
UNLV’s Keeler prescribed medication for nausea before death last week
Mike Grimala | Tue, Feb 28, 2023 (5:27 p.m.)
Ryan Keeler had been battling illness for a week and was prescribed medication just days before he was found dead on Feb. 20, according to a police report obtained by the Sun ...
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Is UNLV basketball building an NIT résumé?
Mike Grimala | Tue, Feb 28, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Does the UNLV basketball team have an alternate path to the postseason? The Scarlet and Gray are certainly facing long odds to reach the NCAA Tournament. Due to an underwhelming conference ...
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Former UNLV football player Keeler remembered at vigil
Mike Grimala | Tue, Feb 28, 2023 (2 a.m.)
More than 500 people attended a vigil on Monday night to remember former UNLV football player Ryan Keeler, who died last week at age 20. The attendees, including ...
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Golden Knights shut out 3-0 against defending champion Avalanche
Danny Webster | Published Mon, Feb 27, 2023 (8:40 p.m.)
The Golden Knights were shut out for the second time this season, losing 3-0 to the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena on Monday. It's the first regulation loss for Vegas since coming out of the All-Star break ...
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State treasurer’s plan aims to help break long-term cycle of poverty in Nevada
Casey Harrison | Mon, Feb 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
New legislation being proposed by Nevada Treasurer Zach Conine aims to close the wealth gap for the state’s poorest residents by throwing a lifeline to those in need of ...
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Golden Knights likely finished with deadline moves after acquiring Barbashev
Danny Webster | Mon, Feb 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Following the acquisition of forward Ivan Barbashev from the St. Louis Blues on Sunday morning for 2021 first-round pick Zach Dean, Vegas appears to have made its significant deal before the deadline ...
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Dilapidated schools send rural Nevada officials to Legislature in search of $60 million
Hillary Davis | Mon, Feb 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
David E. Norman Elementary and White Pine Middle schools are plagued by asbestos, antiquated heating and cooling systems, cracked foundations, water damage and ...
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Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay brings his concert and collection to Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Mon, Feb 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The memorabilia and artifact collection will be on display for one night for free at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center.
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Golden Knights acquire Barbashev from St. Louis for prospect Dean
Danny Webster | Published Sun, Feb 26, 2023 (8:34 a.m.)
Vegas is acquiring Ivan Barbashev from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for a prospect yet to be named, according to a source. TSN was the first to report.
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Rainstorm dampens local XFL debut as Vegas Vipers lose at Cashman Field
Case Keefer | Sun, Feb 26, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The bleachers had filled in nicely, the fans had gotten louder and the Vegas Vipers headed to the locker room at halftime energetically. Then the rain started ...
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Brossoit’s miraculous save not enough as Golden Knights lose to Dallas in shootout
Danny Webster | Published Sat, Feb 25, 2023 (9:50 p.m.)
Laurent Brossoit made 41 saves in his third straight start, including a save-of-the-year candidate in overtime, but the Golden Knights lost 3-2 in a shootout to the Dallas Stars at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday.
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UNLV signee Rob Whaley’s transformation into a top recruit
Mike Grimala | Sat, Feb 25, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Two years ago, Rob Whaley weighed in at more than 320 pounds, leading most Division I programs to question his discipline, his work ethic and whether he’d ever be able to keep up with pace of the college game. As a result, his recruiting interest dried up. It was then that Whaley realized how close he was to letting his basketball future slip away.
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Golden Knights mailbag: Eventful trade deadline coming with Kane, Meier available
Danny Webster | Fri, Feb 24, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The trade deadline is a week from today and the Golden Knights, back in first place in the Western Conference, are seemingly open for business yet again.
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Brossoit keeps Golden Knights alive to complete OT rally against Calgary
Danny Webster | Published Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (8:46 p.m.)
Alex Pietrangelo scored 42 seconds into overtime, and the Golden Knights rallied from two goals down in the third to win 4-3 over the Calgary Flames at T-Mobile Arena on Thursday night.
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Boring tunnel station could be adding a stop at UNLV
Grace Da Rocha | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (3:18 p.m.)
UNLV wants to sell 1.3 acres of land near the Thomas & Mack Center to Elon Musk’s The Boring Company to build a new stop for the Vegas Loop. The university will be seeking approval from the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents at their quarterly meeting ...
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Core’s Jeff Jones helps put kids on a path to greatness
Amber Sampson | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“You never know the impact you’re going to have on somebody’s life.”
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Jack Johnson brings the islands to Las Vegas’ Encore Theater
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“I love when people yell out a song from the crowd, and if I can remember the chords, I love to play requests.”
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Into the Zouk Universe at Resorts World Las Vegas
Resorts World | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Zouk Group boasts two of the Strip’s newest and most technologically advanced venues, and the recently announced 2023 artist lineup is a ...
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Distinct flavors make Yukon Pizza’s brick-and-mortar something special
Geoff Carter | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The price is right, too: A 14-inch pie ranges from $11 to $22, depending on what and how many goodies you get on there.
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Techno Taco Tuesday returns to full strength at Downtown Las Vegas’ La Mona Rosa
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The weekly techno regularly brings international artists to edgy and intimate Vegas spots.
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Vic’s brings classic Vegas vibes to the here and now
Geoff Carter | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The stylish, 8,560-square-foot jazz club and Italian restaurant opened this month adjacent to the Smith Center in Symphony Park.
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Vegas Inc’s C-Suite Honors recognizes Southern Nevada’s leaders
VEGAS INC Staff | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The C-Suite Honorees represent an elite class of executives from a wide range of industries, all of which are integral to the community of Southern Nevada.
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Boaters, businesses try to adapt to Lake Mead’s low water level
Shannon Miller | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Lake Mead is the fifth most-visited national park in the country, welcoming more than 7 million annual visitors.
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‘Obsidian & Neon’ celebrates Black women who have helped shape Las Vegas
Shannon Miller | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Local writer/educator Erica Vital-Lazare and photojournalist Jeff Scheid are the artists behind the profiles and portraits.
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Heavy stakes: Jon Jones returns to the octagon for his heavyweight debut against Ciryl Gane
Case Keefer | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Combat sports often use phrases like “long-awaited” and “years in the making” to promote prizefights, so much so that such hype has essentially lost its meaning. But in the case of the UFC 285 main event set for March 4 at T-Mobile Arena ...
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Neighbors Cafe celebrates five years serving Las Vegas
Evelyn Mateos | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
I tried the B.L.A.T.C., a grilled chicken sandwich on sourdough with applewood smoked bacon, avocado, baby arugula, tomato, mozzarella and pesto aioli.
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Free Will Astrology (February 23)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Feb 23, 2023 (1 a.m.)
Learn the distinctions between your own soulful definition of success, Libra, and the superficial definitions of success that our culture celebrates.
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Golden Knights acquire defenseman Mayo from Coyotes in salary relief deal
Danny Webster | Wed, Feb 22, 2023 (2:12 p.m.)
Vegas acquired defenseman Dysin Mayo from the Arizona Coyotes in exchange for a fifth-round pick this year and the contract of defenseman Shea Weber. ESPN was first to report the deal.
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MLS commissioner: Decision could come this year on Las Vegas expansion
Danny Webster | Wed, Feb 22, 2023 (9:49 a.m.)
Las Vegas remains a prime expansion candidate for Major League Soccer, and a decision could be made later this year, Commissioner Don Garber said today. Speaking at a season kickoff show at the league’s new studio in New York City, Garber said a decision on expanding the league to 30 teams is anticipated in 2023. San Diego is the ...
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Stoney’s, Usher, Thunder From Down Under and more Las Vegas showbiz news
Brock Radke | Wed, Feb 22, 2023 (2 a.m.)
"Hitzville The Show" picks things up this week at its new theater, The Duomo.
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What to do in Las Vegas this week (February 23-March 1 edition)
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Feb 22, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Steel Panther, Cocaine Bear, Lee Foss, the Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Anti-vax posturing on social media a grave disservice to memory of UNLV lineman
Ray Brewer | Wed, Feb 22, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The sorrow I was feeling Monday for someone I never had the pleasure of meeting turned to disappointment and anger early Tuesday when scrolling social media. Ryan Keeler’s death ...
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Golden Knights see firsthand what Patrick Kane can bring with trade deadline looming
Danny Webster | Published Tue, Feb 21, 2023 (8:27 p.m.)
The Golden Knights gave up the game-tying goal late in regulation, nearly lost the game on a buzzer-beating goal in overtime, but then lost it for certain in the shootout, losing 3-2 to the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center on Tuesday and ending their winning streak at five games.
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UNLV football defensive player Ryan Keeler passes away
Mike Grimala | Mon, Feb 20, 2023 (6:47 p.m.)
UNLV football player Ryan Keeler has died, a source close to the team confirmed on Monday. A Chicago native, Keeler transferred to UNLV from Rutgers last offseason. He appeared in seven games during the 2022 campaign and totaled 8.0 tackles ...
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Father, son open their 17th McDonald’s location in Las Vegas
Ray Brewer | Mon, Feb 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Ron Smith would frequently tell his son that if he didn’t do well in school, he would be forced to settle for a job at McDonald’s. Christopher Smith wound up getting a ...
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Las Vegas entertainers’ web series ‘Sweets’ Spot’ bakes up burlesque-themed fun
Brock Radke | Mon, Feb 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The six-episode web series is unlike any other show you'll see in Vegas or online.
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Golden Knights keep rolling, win fifth straight by beating Lightning
Danny Webster | Published Sat, Feb 18, 2023 (10:11 p.m.)
Jonathan Marchessault scored twice to end a month-long drought, and the Golden Knights held on to win their fifth straight game, 5-4 against the Tampa Bay Lightning at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday.
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Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, in hospice care
By Associated Press | Published Sat, Feb 18, 2023 (1:11 p.m.)
Former President Jimmy Carter, who at 98 years old is the longest-lived American president, has entered home hospice care in Georgia. After a series of short hospital stays ...
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Adin Hill ready for extended action in place of Thompson for Golden Knights
Danny Webster | Sat, Feb 18, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Since entering the NHL in 2018, the 26-year-old Golden Knights goalie has been a serviceable and effective backup. Hill has never been the No. 1 goalie, never been given the responsibilities and the workload appropriate ...
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Carrier scores late goal, Golden Knights ‘stick with it’ in win over Sharks
Danny Webster | Published Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (9:38 p.m.)
William Carrier scored with 16.6 seconds remaining, and the Golden Knights rallied to defeat the San Jose Sharks 2-1 at T-Mobile Arena on Thursday. Carrier received a backdoor pass from Chandler Stephenson ...
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Champs again: UNLV women win 16th straight, capture Mountain West title
Mike Grimala | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (8:52 p.m.)
Alyssa Brown scored 17 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, Desi-Rae Young had a double-double and No. 23 UNLV clinched its second straight Mountain West Conference ...
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DJ HoneyLuv shows she can do it all and then some
Amber Sampson | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
She returns to Las Vegas for a set at Downtown’s We All Scream on February 16.
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Las Vegas Vipers prepared to strike as XFL returns as developmental league
Danny Webster | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The Las Vegas Vipers kick off the XFL schedule on the road February 18 against the Arlington Renegades, a game that will air on ABC at noon.
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The City of Las Vegas creates a civic gathering place
Geoff Carter | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
A festival geek could look at the placement of the stages in the rendering and easily imagine multiple bands playing alternating sets.
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Golden Knights don’t see Gretzky’s 2,857 points mark falling as in NBA
Danny Webster | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Wayne Gretzky retired in 1999 with 2,857 points following a 20-year career that will likely never be mirrored again. “The Great One” had 14 consecutive seasons of at least 100 points — nine with at least 150 points, and four seasons of 200-plus points.
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Katy Perry tells the Weekly why her Las Vegas show means the world to her
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“I can see myself being in Vegas for periods of time for the rest of my life."
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Michael Mina’s updated StripSteak ushers in new Las Vegas classics
Genevie Durano | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The prime rib Wagyuis a deeply flavored cut of meat, covered in duck fat and aged 45 days.
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Fresa’s Skate Shop provides a hub for the local roller skating community
Shannon Miller | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
On February 3, nearly 30 quad and in-line skaters took laps across and performed tricks above the shop’s 16-by-42-foot indoor ramp, newly renovated with a spine and a hump.
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Las Vegas performer Lisa Marie Smith on doubling as a corporate events producer
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
She and her husband Isaac Tubb created Live Music Society, a band that performs at big-time corporate gigs, like the one headlined by Janet Jackson to ring in the new year at Wynn.
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The Dam Short Film Festival resumes in-person screenings—at a new Boulder City venue
Shannon Miller | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“We expect everything to be similar in terms of excellent projection, Q&As—all the things we normally have. [Plus,] we can actually sell concessions this year within the screening space.”
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Bradley Ogden takes over the kitchen at Las Vegas favorite Marche Bacchus
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Favorite dishes will stay put—like escargot, French onion soup and much of the popular brunch and dinner fare—but Ogden has ideas about dishes from his past that could be updated for the new menu.
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Free Will Astrology (February 16)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Feb 16, 2023 (1 a.m.)
Don't treat your allies or yourself with neglect and insensitivity, Leo. For the sake of you mental and physical health, you need to do the exact opposite.
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Quick Bites: Las Vegas restaurants making news this week
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Feb 15, 2023 (3:30 p.m.)
Retro by Voltaggio is coming to Mandalay Bay and the iconic Aureole is closing there soon.
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U2, Donny Osmond, John Mulaney and more Las Vegas showbiz news
Brock Radke | Wed, Feb 15, 2023 (2 a.m.)
If you’re like us, you might have been let down by the U2-MSG Sphere residency Super Bowl commercial. It was too short, and it didn’t have nearly enough Las Vegas. But like us, you can ...
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What to do in Las Vegas this week (February 16-22 edition)
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Feb 15, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Sander Van Doorn, the Power of Love Gala, Justin Favela, LVL Up Expo’s 10th Anniversary and more in this week’s Superguide.
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‘Come From Away,’ Bob Dylan musical ‘Girl From the North Country’ highlight Smith Center’s latest Broadway series
Evelyn Mateos | Tue, Feb 14, 2023 (6:22 p.m.)
The eight productions that comprise the 2023-2024 Broadway Las Vegas are winning mix of Tony award-winners, revival classics and venerable family favorites.
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Raiders release quarterback Derek Carr ahead of contract deadline
Case Keefer | Published Tue, Feb 14, 2023 (1:43 p.m.)
Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders have officially parted ways. The franchise released the nine-year veteran quarterback on Tuesday, a day before his contract became guaranteed for next season. Las Vegas will ...
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Live coverage: UNLV basketball falls at home to San Jose State
Mike Grimala | Published Tue, Feb 14, 2023 (2 a.m.)
San Jose State came into the Thomas & Mack Center and downed the home team, 75-66, in what may be the most sobering result of the season for UNLV ...
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Analysis: Dynasty or not, there’s no end in sight to Chiefs’ current reign
Case Keefer | Mon, Feb 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Crammed onto a small podium as red and gold confetti rained down onto them, three out of the top four faces of the Chiefs’ budding maybe, sort-of dynasty acted exactly as expected after winning a second Super Bowl. Coach Andy Reid joked about chowing down on a victory cheeseburger after beating the Eagles 38-35. Tight end Travis Kelce screamed ...
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Vegas company’s fractional homeownership model designed for young buyers
Ray Brewer | Mon, Feb 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Those in the program make monthly payments to Roots to cover all expenses—rent, HOA, insurance and utilities regulated on a cap-consumption. Roots moves 10% of that payment to an account for the renter to use as a down payment to eventually purchase the home, or another property if they decide to move.
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Fundraising Power of Love Gala finally returns to its time and place in Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Mon, Feb 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The annual Keep Memory Alive Power of Love Gala is right back where it belongs this week after battling through pandemic challenges in recent years. The fundraising event returns to its traditional home venue ...
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U2 confirms 2023 MSG Sphere residency in Las Vegas
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Sun, Feb 12, 2023 (7:22 p.m.)
U2 will focus on 1991 album 'Achtung Baby' to launch MSG Sphere in Las Vegas this fall.
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Red-hot offense carries Golden Knights to third straight win
Danny Webster | Published Sun, Feb 12, 2023 (2:31 p.m.)
Adin Hill made 23 saves in the Golden Knights' first game without All-Star goalie Logan Thompson, who is week-to-week with a lower-body injury.
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Live coverage: Chiefs beat Eagles 38-35 in Super Bowl 57
Case Keefer | Published Sun, Feb 12, 2023 (1:30 p.m.)
For the second time in four seasons, the Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl champions. ...
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Raiders’ Jakob Johnson an unofficial German ambassador at the Super Bowl
Case Keefer | Sun, Feb 12, 2023 (2 a.m.)
PHOENIX — Raiders fullback Jakob Johnson is applying the same intensity he used to block Josh Jacobs into the record books this past season to assist in growing football in his native Germany. ...
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Sports betting is legal, and it’s taking over the Super Bowl
Case Keefer | Sun, Feb 12, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The mere act of entering the famed radio row at the Super Bowl Media Center feels like walking across a casino floor. ...
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As Biden goes after ‘junk fees,’ Nevadans in Congress leap to resorts’ defense
Casey Harrison | Sun, Feb 12, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Democrats in Nevada’s congressional delegation say they support President Joe Biden’s bid to outlaw so-called “junk fees” that can translate into higher costs for American consumers.
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Gas pipeline to Vegas to resume operating after shutdown
By Ken Ritter, Associated Press | Sat, Feb 11, 2023 (2:11 p.m.)
The operator of a pipeline facility in California that was forced to shut down deliveries of gasoline and diesel from the Los Angeles area east to areas including Las Vegas and Phoenix said it expects to resume operations ...
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Live coverage: UNLV basketball blown out at San Diego State, 82-71
Mike Grimala | Published Sat, Feb 11, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The final buzzer just sounded on this game, and now the questions begin. For the Scarlet and Gray, the big one is how will they recover after taking a 82-71 beating at the hands of San Diego State? ...
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Vegas pick’em: Super Bowl breakdown and pick against the spread for Chiefs-Eagles
Case Keefer | Sat, Feb 11, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The key to handicapping this year’s Super Bowl is understanding why there’s been a sudden shift in perception toward Philadelphia, and whether it’s justified. ...
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Psycho Las Vegas postpones next festival from 2023 to 2024
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Fri, Feb 10, 2023 (8:19 p.m.)
"The desired lineup could not be achieved given external factors outside of our control."
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Video shows CCSD Police slamming Black teen to ground near school
Hillary Davis | Fri, Feb 10, 2023 (4:11 p.m.)
A video posted on social media today shows a Clark County School District Police officer slamming a teenage Black boy to the ground Thursday and pinning him with his knees while pushing and shouting profanities at other Black youth. The cell phone video, which is just under a minute long ...
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UNLV helped shape Shane Steichen’s Super Bowl coaching dreams
Case Keefer | Fri, Feb 10, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The scarlet and gray helped set Shane Steichen on a path that has now led him to being considered one of the fastest-rising offensive minds in the league. ...
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Golden Knights win at Minnesota, but lose Thompson to injury
Danny Webster | Published Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (7:44 p.m.)
Golden Knights goalie Logan Thompson suffered a non-contact injury early in the third period and had to be helped off the ice in Vegas' 5-1 win over the Minnesota Wild in Xcel Energy Center on Thursday.
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Which teams will square off in Las Vegas’ Super Bowl debut next season?
Case Keefer | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
An official prediction plus five other possible matchups for 2024’s Super Bowl 58 at Allegiant Stadium.
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Las Vegas’ 2024 Super Bowl ‘generating a lot of buzz’ at this year’s spectacle
Case Keefer | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The preeminent city in America for events finally gets to host America’s biggest event on Feb. 11, 2024, when Super Bowl 58 kicks off at Allegiant Stadium.
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Whitecloud’s return gives Golden Knights needed defensive help
Danny Webster | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The 26-year-old defenseman returned to the lineup Tuesday in Nashville after missing 21 games with a knee injury that was expected to keep him out month-to-month.
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Las Vegas R&B singer-songwriter Tatum the Dreamer bares it all on a thoughtful new record
Amber Sampson | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
He planned to break into the music industry behind his honeyed baritone, which falls somewhere between Drake and Frank Ocean. Fate had other plans.
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Southern Nevadans seek solutions for students’ mental health issues
Shannon Miller | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“These little kids have big feelings, and they’re having a hard time processing them.”
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Food fight! Philadelphia cheesesteaks vs. Kansas City burnt ends
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Where to get great versions of both classic dishes right here in Las Vegas.
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Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis talks 10 years on the Las Vegas Strip and her favorite Valentine’s Day dishes
Amber Sampson | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas’ long-term relationship with New York Times best-selling cookbook author, celebrity chef and Food Network TV host Giada De Laurentiis has gotten pretty serious over the past 10 years.
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These five Super Bowl bets could be equally entertaining and lucrative
Case Keefer | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
I’ve dug through the hundreds of wagers at the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook to find options that appear to be both easy to root for and mispriced in favor of the bettor.
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Caridad’s Merideth Spriggs finds purpose in helping the homeless in Las Vegas
Shannon Miller | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“I definitely know this is my life’s calling, and I wouldn’t trade it.”
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How Las Vegas’ ‘Magic Mike Live’ inspired the franchise’s third feature film
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“Everyone has kind of been in cahoots on all this stuff together, which has been really cool.”
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Eddie McDonald’s MAC Agency flourishes in Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
It made music news last month by signing DJ Pee .Wee—aka Grammy-winning artist Anderson .Paak—to its roster of DJs, producers and musicians.
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Super Storylines: What the stars of Super Bowl 57 are saying about the game’s top talking points
Case Keefer | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
For the first time in NFL history, two Black quarterbacks will start in the championship game—the Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes and the Eagles’ Jalen Hurts.
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A potential Chiefs dynasty stands in the way of the Raiders becoming a perennial winner
Case Keefer | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas should prioritize drafting and signing players with skill sets specific to combating Patrick Mahomes and his Kansas City teammates.
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Las Vegas family favorite Farm Basket hatches a second spot
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
It’s all about the Clucketos. Friendly neighborhood drive-thru Farm Basket has been serving the addictive, rolled-and-fried chicken tacos since 1973 at its throwback eatery at 6148 W. Charleston Blvd., along with
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Free Will Astrology (February 9)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Feb 9, 2023 (1 a.m.)
The heavenly omens suggest you will benefit from exploring the frontiers of wild affection, Leo.
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Experience pays off for UNLV basketball in gritty win over Wyoming
Mike Grimala | Wed, Feb 8, 2023 (10:56 p.m.)
The Cowboys fielded a seven-man rotation that was duct-taped together, but UNLV was not caught off guard.
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‘Queens of Rock,’ Melody Sweets, Michael Carbonaro and more Las Vegas showbiz news
Brock Radke | Wed, Feb 8, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Magician Michael Carbonaro returns to the Rio in May.
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David Muoka working to climb depth chart for UNLV basketball
Mike Grimala | Wed, Feb 8, 2023 (2 a.m.)
David Muoka knows what he has to do in order to get back on the court. “I know they want me to play hard,” he said. It sounds simple enough, but it’s proving to be a difficult task for ...
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What to do in Las Vegas this week (February 9-15 edition)
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Feb 8, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Future, Nate Bargatze, Boy George & Culture Club, the Golden Knights’ return and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Line of Carrier, Stephenson and Kessel stays hot in Golden Knights’ win in Nashville
Danny Webster | Published Tue, Feb 7, 2023 (7:33 p.m.)
All three forwards scored, and combined for six points in the Golden Knights 5-1 win over the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena on Tuesday in their first game after ...
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Pressure is on for Golden Knights coming out of All-Star break
Danny Webster | Tue, Feb 7, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Vegas resumes play in Nashville on Tuesday (5 p.m., ATTSN-RM) very much in the thick of postseason contention. The Golden Knights are second in the Pacific Division in terms of points percentage, trailing the Seattle Kraken who have two games ...
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Gals, pals, and lovers: Celebrate Valentine’s Day at AREA15
AREA15 | Published Mon, Feb 6, 2023 (4:20 p.m.)
AREA15 is a great date-night spot, full of unique and immersive experiences, specialty events, and an unrivaled food and beverage program.
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Southern Nevada’s big year ahead culminates decade of growth in the Valley
Ray Brewer | Mon, Feb 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Jeremy Aguero, the principal analyst with the fiscal and policy research firm Applied Analysis, late last month detailed the economic growth experienced in Las Vegas over the past 10 years to an audience of the business community at Preview Las Vegas. Aguero, a master at presenting his findings after ...
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Super Bowl Sunday springs of memories for dean of sports betting
Ray Brewer | Mon, Feb 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Jay Kornegay, the vice president of SuperBook Sports, sat down to reminisce with the Sun on a busy afternoon last week at the Westgate in preparation for booking Sunday’s Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. We talked about ...
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Egg shortage breeds chicken-feed conspiracies
By Josh Kelly, Associated Press | Mon, Feb 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Social media users claim to have found a new culprit for sky-high egg prices: chicken feed. The theory gained steam on Facebook, TikTok and Twitter in recent weeks ...
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Raiders’ Pro Bowlers ‘would love’ Aaron Rodgers as next quarterback
Case Keefer | Sun, Feb 5, 2023 (5 p.m.)
Davante Adams didn’t further enflame chatter about four-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers potentially joining the Las Vegas Raiders this offseason on Sunday at the Pro Bowl Games. ...
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Kyrie Irving going to the Dallas Mavericks
By Associated Press | Sun, Feb 5, 2023 (4:41 p.m.)
The Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets agreed Sunday on a blockbuster trade: Irving — the super-talented and often-enigmatic eight-time All-Star point guard — heads to Dallas, ending the pairing with Kevin Durant that never really had a chance to click.
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Kirk Cousins rallies NFC to 35-33 win over AFC in Pro Bowl
By Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Sun, Feb 5, 2023 (4:32 p.m.)
Kirk Cousins threw three touchdowns passes Sunday to rally the NFC to a 35-33 victory over the AFC in the Pro Bowl Games and end that conference's five-game losing streak.
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Aces trade center to Mystics for pair of 2nd-round picks
By Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Sun, Feb 5, 2023 (4:32 p.m.)
Zahui B. did not play in the WNBA last season after the Sparks placed her on the suspended list. She is averaging 6.2 points in her seven seasons.
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‘We need teachers’: Rural Nevada schools struggle to attract help. Students pay the price.
Hillary Davis | Sun, Feb 5, 2023 (2 a.m.)
For months, Principal Melinda Jeffrey has been unable to convince a single English teacher — or science, math, basic computer science, languages or special education teacher — to move to Tonopah.
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Gary Bettman defends NHL handling of Pride night situations
By Stephen Wynno, Associated Press | Sat, Feb 4, 2023 (7:09 p.m.)
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman at his state of the game news conference Saturday at All-Star Weekend defended the way the league and two teams handled situations that arose regarding Pride night celebrations.
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Josh Jacobs expects to begin talks with Raiders next week
By Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Sat, Feb 4, 2023 (2:44 p.m.)
Josh Jacobs, who led the NFL in rushing yards this season, said he expects to begin speaking with Las Vegas Raiders management next week about a possible new contract.
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Weather service: High winds expected Sunday in Las Vegas
Katie Ann McCarver | Sat, Feb 4, 2023 (2:32 p.m.)
Winds with gusts up to 45 miles per hour will sweep through the Las Vegas Valley on Sunday, potentially causing power outages or unsecured objects to blow away, according to the National Weather Service.
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Super Bowl-bound Eagles are built around QB Jalen Hurts
By Associated Press | Sat, Feb 4, 2023 (11:14 a.m.)
General manager Howie Roseman has been masterful of late at making all the right moves in drafts, trades and smart contracts.
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US downs Chinese balloon, drawing a threat from China
By Zeke Miller, Michael Balsamo, Colleen Long, Aamer Madhani and Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press | Published Sat, Feb 4, 2023 (11:14 a.m.)
The U.S. military on Saturday shot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon off the Carolina coast after it traversed sensitive military sites across North America. China insisted the flyover was an accident involving a civilian aircraft and threatened repercussions.
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Dems decide to shake up start of 2024 presidential primary
By Associated Press | Sat, Feb 4, 2023 (10:56 a.m.)
The Democratic Party on Saturday approved reordering its 2024 presidential primary, replacing Iowa with South Carolina in the leadoff spot as part of a major shake-up meant to empower Black and other minority voters critical to its base of support.
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Awaiting a return to Golden Knights, goalie Brossoit continues to trust the process
Danny Webster | Sat, Feb 4, 2023 (2 a.m.)
He is a No. 1 goalie right now, but not for the team he expected. The Henderson Silver Knights are Brossoit's current home as he continues to work his way back to the NHL after recovering from offseason hip surgery.
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Poor defense takes center stage as UNLV falls to Fresno State
Mike Grimala | Fri, Feb 3, 2023 (11:30 p.m.)
What is going on in the middle of the UNLV lineup? Kevin Kruger’s squad was torched by low-scoring Fresno State for the second time this season, 82-79, at the Thomas & Mack Center on Friday, while the team’s best interior defender watched most of ...
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Report: ‘Dances With Wolves’ actor accused of grooming Indigenous girls appears in North Las Vegas court
Katie Ann McCarver | Fri, Feb 3, 2023 (3:49 p.m.)
Former actor and alleged cult leader Nathan Chasing Horse made his first appearance in court on charges including sexually assaulting, trafficking and abusing Indigenous girls and women and instructing his “sister” wives to use suicide pills in the event of his death ...
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As release begins to look more likely than trade, Carr shines at Pro Bowl Games
Case Keefer | Fri, Feb 3, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Derek Carr spent time before the start of the Pro Bowl Games Thursday night at the Raiders’ Henderson headquarters chatting with AFC coach Peyton Manning, and then proceeded to look like him in the opening event. The nine-year Raiders quarterback dominated the “precision passing” portion of the skills competition, hitting ...
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Live coverage: UNLV loses late lead, swept by Fresno State
Mike Grimala | Published Fri, Feb 3, 2023 (2 a.m.)
UNLV watched a late lead disappear, and Fresno State stunned the Scarlet and Gray for the second time this year, 82-79 ...
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Eyes on the capital: What to expect during Nevada’s upcoming legislative session
Shannon Miller | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
From education to election reform, here are five areas to watch as the 120-day session unfolds.
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Clark County’s Irma Varela continues to unify the Valley through meaningful gatherings
Evelyn Mateos | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“If you have a chance to sit down at a concert and feel that love that the musician is trying to share through their music, that’s a way of connecting,” says the program supervisor for Winchester Dondero Cultural Center.
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Las Vegas trio White Noise aims to push rock ’n’ roll into the future
Amber Sampson | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“There’s a lot of great rock bands coming out that don’t really get the same hype as somebody like Post Malone or Dua Lipa.”
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Health for Life quadruples its commitment to the Arts District with four colorful murals
Geoff Carter | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The pieces are in markedly different styles, but they share a similar palette, which makes those four walls feel like all of a piece.
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Downtown wine bar, five Las Vegas chefs nominated for Beard awards
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Finalists in each category will be announced March 29, and winners will be celebrated at the annual ceremony June 5 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
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Changing the game: The NFL turns its annual Pro Bowl into multiple events in Las Vegas
Case Keefer | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby learned about the rugged physicality and macho mentality often needed for success at the highest levels of football from an early age growing up in Texas.“Once you hit the second grade, you were allowed to start playing football, so you either played tackle or you ...
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Chatting with Donato Cabrera before his final season as the Las Vegas Philharmonic’s music director
Evelyn Mateos | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“Over the course of nine years, it has grown from people racing to see who would be the first to the parking lot, to waiting to see if we do an encore and clapping enthusiastically and being allowed to enjoy that moment.”
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The Las Vegas Gaymers LGBTQ video game meetup group provides a fun and inclusive space
Amber Sampson | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“Out of all the groups I’ve ever floated around, this is the one I’ve stuck with, because it feels like a chosen family.”
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Randy’s Donuts sprinkles locations around Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
No matter the pace of expansion, it all comes down to making good doughnuts, from a classic glazed-and-raised to a cream-filled maple Long John.
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Casa Playa’s in-house masa program sets the standard in Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
There are around 60 varietals of corn found around the world, and Casa Playa uses nine different types of heirloom corn to craft its own masa, the dough made from nixtamalized corn.
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Southern Nevada continues pushing to diversify its economy
Brock Radke | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“Most communities lean on advanced manufacturing when talking about ways to diversify … because of the impact it creates across a city and a region,”
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Free Will Astrology (February 2)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Feb 2, 2023 (1 a.m.)
Be receptive to Plan Bs, second choices and alternate routes, Sagittarius. They could lead you to the exact opportunities you didn’t know you needed.
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Golden Knights captain Stone out indefinitely after 2nd back surgery
Danny Webster | Wed, Feb 1, 2023 (5:16 p.m.)
Golden Knights captain Mark Stone is out indefinitely after undergoing back surgery for the second time in less than a year, the team announced today. The injury occurred Jan. 12 when ...
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Las Vegas Club Notes: Art of the Wild, RL Grime, Tyga and more
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Published Wed, Feb 1, 2023 (7:52 a.m.)
Tao Group will open most of its dayclubs on the Las Vegas Strip on March 3.
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Beyonce, Brad Paisley, Frankie Moreno and more Las Vegas showbiz news
Brock Radke | Published Wed, Feb 1, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Frankie Moreno resets his Palms residency starting on March 23.
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What to do in Las Vegas this week (February 2-8 edition)
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Feb 1, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Lil Baby, The Isley Brothers, the East-West Shrine Bowl, First Friday and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Pro Bowl arrives in Las Vegas ‘with an eye’ on next year’s Super Bowl
Case Keefer | Wed, Feb 1, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The 2023 Pro Bowl Games will commence Thursday night with a skills competition at the Raiders’ Henderson headquarters before a series of flag-football games serves as the main event starting at Noon Sunday at Allegiant Stadium ...
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Quick Bites: Las Vegas restaurants making news this week
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Feb 1, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Guy Fieri will team with Caesars for a third time on a new restaurant at Horseshoe Las Vegas this summer.
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