Category: Vegas Updates
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Miss Atomic Bomb Identified After Las Vegas Historians’ 20-Year Search
For years, the identity of the woman featured in the iconic "Miss Atomic Bomb" photograph remained a captivating mystery for history buffs and pop culture enthusiasts alike. Now, after a 25-year-long search, Las Vegas historians have cracked the case. The Atomic Museum in Las Vegas recently revealed the identity of…
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Upcoming Lane Reductions on State Route 227 for Roundabout Preparation
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced temporary lane reductions and shifts on State Route 227 (Lamoille Highway) at Boyd-Kennedy Road. This important preparation work is scheduled to occur from March 15 to March 19 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., weather permitting. The closures serve to analyze the…
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Federal Funding Freeze: A Blow to Nevada’s Small Businesses
The Wide-Ranging Impact on Nevada Small Businesses The sudden halt in federal funding has disrupted business operations across Nevada. For some businesses, the financial stakes are incredibly high as they are left owing tens of thousands of dollars for projects already completed. This inability to access previously allocated funding has…
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Oakland Athletics’ Relocation Plan: A Transition to Sacramento and Las Vegas
Lease Expiration and Temporary Move to Sacramento The Athletics’ long-term relationship with the Oakland Coliseum is officially coming to an end after the 2024 season, as their lease is set to expire. With negotiations between the team and the City of Oakland failing to yield a lease extension, the club…
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Winter Storm Warning for Southern Nevada Mountains
Winter Storm Warning Details Southern Nevada is bracing for a substantial winter storm set to impact the region's mountainous areas. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning, which will go into effect starting 4 p.m. in the Spring Mountains and will last until 10 a.m. Friday.…
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Henderson to Annex BLM Land: Clearing Boundaries and Planning Ahead
The city of Henderson, Nevada, is making significant strides toward expanding its jurisdiction, as the City Council has taken the first step in annexing over 290 acres of unincorporated land located southeast of the city. The land, which is currently controlled by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), will play…
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Nevada’s STARBASE STEM Program Temporarily Saved by State Subgrant
Nevada's STARBASE program, a vital initiative designed to inspire fifth-grade students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), has managed to avoid potential cuts or limitations thanks to a timely state subgrant. This financial lifeline, announced by the Nevada government, offers temporary stability to the program amidst looming budgetary challenges.…
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Former Golden Knights Player Alec Martinez Sells Summerlin Home for $3.75 Million
Alec Martinez, a two-time Stanley Cup champion and former defenseman for the Vegas Golden Knights, has sold his luxurious Summerlin home located in the exclusive community of The Ridges. The home fetched a price of $3.75 million in January 2025, marking another notable real estate transaction in the Las Vegas…
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9th Annual Shamrock Open Pickleball Tournament at Lake Las Vegas Sports Club
Get ready, pickleball enthusiasts! The 9th Annual Shamrock Open pickleball tournament is set to return to the Lake Las Vegas Sports Club from March 13 to 15, 2025. This exciting three-day event is expected to bring together approximately 250 players from across several states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada,…