It was one of the most famous casino resorts of its day and became the haunt of every top celebrity in the 1950s and 60s. But the news that The Tropicana is to be destroyed to make way for something new was not met with universal dismay. There is nothing Vegas loves more than a demolition, after all. The Trop, as it is lovingly known, was once the most expensive casino ever … [Read more...] about The Ever-Changing Face of Las Vegas
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Aces Erase Double-Digit, 4th Quarter Deficit To Remain Unbeaten
The Las Vegas Aces (6-0) remained unbeaten Sunday evening as they erased a double-digit fourth-quarter deficit en route to an 84-80 road win over the Indiana Fever (1-4). A'ja Wilson posted a 27-point, 10-rebound double-double, while Jackie Young scored 19, and Chelsea Gray added 17. Box Score / Photos / Highlights KEY RUNS First Quarter … [Read more...] about Aces Erase Double-Digit, 4th Quarter Deficit To Remain Unbeaten
The Future of Sports in Las Vegas: How the City Is Evolving as a Sports Destination
Las Vegas, the vibrant entertainment capital of the world, has long been renowned for its dazzling casinos, luxurious resorts, and electrifying nightlife. However, the city has rapidly evolved into a premier sports destination in recent years. With the introduction of professional sports teams and state-of-the-art venues, Las Vegas embraces its newfound identity as a … [Read more...] about The Future of Sports in Las Vegas: How the City Is Evolving as a Sports Destination
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Trae Young, Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson and Many More to Headline the League’s Newest Fan Event, NBA Con in Las Vegas
First-Ever NBA Con to Debut at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas July 7-9 The National Basketball Association (NBA), in partnership with Emerald Holding, Inc., today announced that NBA Con, a first-of-its-kind event that blends the interests of NBA players and fans into a celebration of the best of hoops culture, will debut at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas from July 7-9, 2023. … [Read more...] about Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Trae Young, Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson and Many More to Headline the League’s Newest Fan Event, NBA Con in Las Vegas
Enter the Library District’s FREE Summer Challenge Reading & Activities Program May 15 – July 31
Beat Summer Boredom & Win Cool Prizes from Vegas Golden Knights, NBA Summer League and more! Make this summer memorable and build new skills with the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District’s annual Summer Challenge reading and activities program, May 15 – July 31. Kids, teens and adults can win cool prizes just for learning … [Read more...] about Enter the Library District’s FREE Summer Challenge Reading & Activities Program May 15 – July 31