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Ex-Raiders $11 Million RB Retires From NFL
A third member of the Las Vegas Raiders‘ 2021 playoff team has decided to retire from the NFL. Former running back Kenyan Drake announced his retirement on his Instagram account. “Hard to believe 8 seasons have come and gone,” Drake wrote in the July 19 post. “I’ve loved the...
Junkyard Gem: 2014 Nissan Leaf
After writing about nearly 3,000 discarded vehicles during the past 17 years, I've learned that it takes just over a decade for a new type of car to begin showing up in the big self-service boneyards (not counting unrecognizably crashed and/or burned ones). The first mass-produced battery-electric vehicles of the modern era hit American streets during the early 2010s, which means used-up examples can now be found in Ewe Pullet-type car graveyards. Here's one currently residing in Carson City, Nevada.
MLB Commissioner ‘comfortable’ with A’s move to Las Vegas despite funding hurdles
MLB Commissioner ‘comfortable’ with A’s move to Las Vegas despite funding hurdles. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred gave another endorsement for the pending relocation of the A’s to Las Vegas, despite questions mounting about both the club’s interim and future home. Story continues below. Speaking Tuesday...
NBA Summer League rookie report: Standout performances, disappointing weeks
The ‘regular season’ portion of NBA Summer League in Las Vegas has come to a close, with 26 teams on their way to the consolation bracket while four compete for the title starting Sunday. On the first days of Summer League action, the gyms were packed with fans...
Excessive Heat Warning Issued for Mojave Desert as Las Vegas Braces for Sweltering Weekend
Gearing up for a sweltering weekend in the Mojave Desert, the National Weather Service Las Vegas has issued an Excessive Heat Warning, urging citizens to hunker down as temperatures shoot through the roof. The warning, which kicked off this morning at 10 AM, is slated to last through Sunday evening, encompassing much of the lower elevations where thermostats are expected to record highs between 105 and 120 degrees, while nighttime offers little relief as lows hover between 80 and 95 degrees. In a statement from the National Weather Service Las Vegas, forecasters predict "Major to Extreme HeatRisk," posing a serious threat to those without the luxuries of adequate cooling and hydration.
Lucky Winner Hits $25,000 Jackpot at Treasure Island Hotel & Casino on Friday, July 19
On July 19, Joseph from Germantown, MD, hit a lucky jackpot on a Top Dollar machine at Treasure Island Hotel & Casino. A member of the TI Players Club, Joseph hit the jackpot for $25,000 this morning. This jackpot and other notable wins are featured on TI’s social media channels,...
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day All Weekend with Slaters 50/50
National ice cream day is this Sunday, July 21. This weekend, Friday – Sunday, Slaters 50/50 is offering ALL of their signature milkshakes for just $12!. Indulge in fan favorites like: Strawberry Cheesecake Milkshake, Ultimate S’more Shake (national s’mores day is August 10), Bacon Oreo Milkshake, and many more delicious options!
HGTV’s Keith Bynum & Evan Thomas Reveal Huge Career Move: ‘Grateful & Thrilled’
Midway through 2024, it’s already been an incredibly busy year for popular HGTV stars Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas. In addition to renovating homes in Detroit and New Orleans for the next season of “Bargain Block,” the couple has revealed that they’re about to launch a home furnishings and decor line at the Las Vegas Market.
Pentagon resumes purchases of new F-35 jets after year delay
The Defense Department has resumed the purchase of F-35s from defense contractor Lockheed Martin after more than a year of pausing the acquisition of newer versions of the fighter jets. Two of the newer F-35 Lightning IIs were delivered recently to Dannelly Field, Ala., and Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., the F-35 Joint Program Office…
Tyler Kolek's mid-air spinning assist is the play of Sumer League
You know that old adage about how Summer League doesn’t prove who can play in the NBA, it only proves who can’t?. Well, Tyler Kolek is already challenging that notion this year in Las Vegas. The No. 34 overall pick of the New York Knicks has already looked...
Boulder City's Famed Boulder Dam Brewing Company to Close After 17 Years Despite Record Year
The last call is approaching for Boulder City's sole purveyor of craft beers, the Boulder Dam Brewing Company, which is set to shut down after a 17-year run. The brewpub, a local staple since its inception, has been operating amidst its most lucrative year to date. FOX5 Vegas reports that owner Todd Cook received a 90-day notice to vacate the property as the current landlords are looking to sell at a price "more than they can afford."
A’ja Wilson Earns 11th Career & 3rd Consecutive KIA WNBA Western Conference Player of the Month Award
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - The WNBA announced Friday that Aces forward A’ja Wilson is the KIA Western Conference Player of the Month for July 2024. The honor is her third of the season and Western Conference-record 11th overall. The front-runner for the 2024 MVP now ranks 2nd in...
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