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Intersection
Downtown’s Urban Lounge aims to fill a black LGBTQ nightlife void
Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016 “We anticipate the lounge becoming a meeting spot, not just for our target demographic but to the population of Downtown in general.”
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Intersection
Bzzzzz! Are the cicadas louder this year?
Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016 The insects known for their signature humming sound generally show up each and every July.
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Intersection
One drink with retiring journalism professor Mary Hausch
Thursday, July 28, 2016 It was time for a cocktail with UNLV's beloved journalism professor.
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Intersection
Venetian's Gondola University lets you earn your stripes on the Strip
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 A Weekly writer takes his turn at the oar. He still needs to work on his Italian.
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A&E
From jazz to a cappella, the Smith Center's fall lineup has something for everyone
Tuesday, July 26, 2016 The Branford Marsalis Quartet, Straight No Chaser, Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson and more.
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Nightlife
Iggy Azalea debuts at Jewel as a new album looms large
Thursday, July 21, 2016 This year is shaping up to be a big one for the Aussie rapper-model.
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Intersection
We're here, we're queer: Nevada's LGBTQ population one of highest in the nation
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 Apparently 4.3 percent of Silver State residents identify as LGBT.
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Taste
The Tuscany’s Pub 365 loads up on variety and sudsy ‘unicorns’
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 The new beer-centric bar boasts a rotating list of 365 brews.
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Nightlife
LGBT scene gaining a handful of nightspots and parties
Tuesday, July 19, 2016 And one club is opening this weekend. Get the details here.
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Nightlife
Crossroads' inspired new menu hits the spot
Thursday, July 14, 2016 The southern-inspired eatery stays true to its roots with entrée additions like the jambalaya bayou bowl.
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Fine Art
Artist Miguel Rodriguez talks about his latest installation
Thursday, July 7, 2016 The untitled work, which he has taken to calling "Gato Gigante," was recently installed outside Winchester Cultural Center.
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Intersection
Fourth of July fireworks: What's legal in Southern Nevada?
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 If you’re going to light up the sky, there are a few things to consider.
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Noise
Concert on-sales: Kanye West at T-Mobile Arena, Thrice at Brooklyn Bowl and more
Friday, June 17, 2016 Also: British comedy troupe Monty Python founders John Cleese and Eric Idle's show at the Venetian.
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Nightlife
EDC impacts Las Vegas all year long
Thursday, June 16, 2016 Insomniac’s influence and modern take on rave culture have permanently infiltrated the city’s dayclub and nightlife scene.
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Features
Hunting down four perfect Vegas summer beers
Thursday, June 9, 2016 A subtly fruity wheat beer that clocks in at just 3.8 percent? We’ll take six in an ice bucket, please.
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Intersection
Save your skin with these tips from a veteran oncologist
Thursday, June 9, 2016 An $8 bottle of Coppertone will definitely help save your skin from a painful sunburn, but it also might save your life.
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Features
Five must-ride Vegas waterslides
Thursday, June 9, 2016 Sharks! Mayan pyramids! Trap doors!
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Nightlife
Cosmo’s Juice Standard brings fresh cocktails into the mix
Thursday, June 2, 2016 Detoxing while retoxing has never been so delicious.
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Nightlife
Embrace natural and organic at Fruits & Roots
Thursday, May 26, 2016 Specializing in cold-pressed juices and all-natural eats, Fruits & Roots might be the most health-conscious hang to ease your hunger pangs.
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Taste
Hendo love: The other Downtown gets its first brewery with Lovelady
Wednesday, May 25, 2016 Downtown Henderson's first brewery has been pouring spectacular suds since April.
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Nightlife
Johnny McMahon takes his talents to Topgolf Las Vegas
Thursday, May 12, 2016 The avid golfer signed on after more than two decades in nightlife, including time at the Bank at Bellagio with the Light Group.
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As We See It
UNLV students show off engineering wonders at the Senior Design Competition
Wednesday, May 11, 2016 From insomnia to concussions, UNLV's College of Engineering students have been working on solutions for real-world problems.
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Noise
Concert on-sales: Drake and Future, Cyndi Lauper, Blink-182 and more
Friday, April 29, 2016 Also: The Psychedelic Furs and Five Finger Death Punch.
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As We See It
Making room for a new casino on Fremont means losing some divey gold
Wednesday, April 27, 2016 It's time to say goodbye to Mermaids, La Bayou and Girls of Glitter Gulch.
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Features
Your seasonal produce guide to Gilcrease Orchard
Thursday, April 21, 2016 Buy with the seasons at the 60-acre farm nestled in the city.
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Taste
Making T-Mobile Arena cocktails with mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim
Tuesday, April 19, 2016 The celebrity mixologist walks us through the new entertainment destination's beverage program.
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As We See It
Lake Mead NRA offers free admission for National Park Week
Sunday, April 17, 2016 The National Park Service celebrates its centennial anniversary this year.
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As We See It
LVCVA and Tenaya Creek to offer a taste of 'What Happens Here, Stays Here'
Thursday, April 14, 2016 The city's iconic ad campaign is taking liquid form.
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Nightlife
Sweet surprise: Limoncello is only the beginning at B&B
Thursday, April 14, 2016 The Venetian restaurant now boasts a line of housemade cellos, from lemon to lime and even bay leaf.
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As We See It
Could a new distillery be the seed of a Downtown booze district?
Wednesday, April 13, 2016 How soon until we raise a glass to partnerships and city code?
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As We See It
In brief: EDC's charity auction, prize-winning music education and more
Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Plus: The National Parks Service seeks public comment on potential seasonal closures for two of Lake Mead's hiking routes.
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As We See It
In the dorm with UNLV's first professor-in-residence Georgiann Davis
Thursday, April 7, 2016 "Some of my best memories of college were interacting with professors out for coffee or for dinner or outside of the classroom. It just sort of broke down these barriers and walls."
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As We See It
Once boozeless, all-ages fest Extreme Thing adds a beer garden
Wednesday, March 30, 2016 For the first time since the inaugural 2001 edition, fans of age will be able to knock back cold ones at the long-dry fest.
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As We See It
In Brief: Dino's patio and Liberace's cars
Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Also, deputies will now be riding motorcycles in parks.
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Noise
Concert on-sales: Eagles of Death Metal, Flo-Rida, Widespread Panic and more
Friday, March 25, 2016 Get all the details here!
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Nightlife
Hakkasan residents The Chainsmokers keep cranking out hits
Thursday, March 24, 2016 The DJ duo is set to release their debut studio album sometime this year.
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As We See It
In brief: Learn a language at the library, AFAN's free HIV testing and more
Wednesday, March 23, 2016 Plus: Nuptial numbers are down in the (former) wedding capital of the world.
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As We See It
The local beer scene expands to Downtown Henderson with Lovelady Brewing
Wednesday, March 23, 2016 The Water Street brewery is slated to open April 1.
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As We See It
Touring Topgolf before its slated May opening
Tuesday, March 15, 2016 Weekly recently took a hard-hat tour of the 105,000-square-foot souped-up driving range.
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Nightlife
The latest products at Nightclub & Bar Show's Emerging Brands pavilion
Friday, March 11, 2016 From cannabis-infused vodka (yes, really) to a Bloody Mary mix dubbed "Redneck Juice."
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As We See It
Debuting March 17, the latest Vegas-based 'Real World' might already have touched your life
Wednesday, March 9, 2016 Did you bump into the seven "strangers" during the upcoming season's filming this fall and winter? We did.
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Nightlife
Moonshine margaritas (!) and a damn good Manhattan at Golden Nugget's Whiskey Revival grand tasting
Monday, March 7, 2016 Did the white whiskey prove to be a tasty tequila alternative in the classic cocktail?
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Nightlife
Nightlife News & Notes: Downtown Grand debuts its new rooftop pool space and more
Saturday, March 5, 2016 Also: Mark Shunock is named creative director of Wynn's anticipated Intrigue Nightclub.
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Taste
Searching for Sunday sauce: Can you find Italian food as good as nana's?
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016 Sometimes the two-hour prep process and the six hours of simmering is just too long to wait for a heaping plate of penne.
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Entertainment
Britney Spears impersonator Derrick Barry dishes on Season 8 of 'RuPaul's Drag Race'
Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016 Talking Drag Race’s Snatch Game episode and—all tea, all shade—who he wanted to see sashay away.
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As We See It
One Drink With: Emily Elizabeth Burton
Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016 In our new Q&A series, One Drink With, Cirque stage manager Emily Elizabeth Burton dishes on magic, online dating and weird stuff at the bottom of Lake Mead—with a Moscow Mule in hand.
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Features
Just one of the toys: Lessons and leather worship at gay fetish weekend Drummer North America
Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016 A newbie jumps down the kinky rabbit hole for a day.
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Features
'Red Light Women' looks at the pioneers of Nevada’s sex trade
Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016 How did sex workers conduct business and live their lives in the early days of legal prostitution?
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As We See It
HRC's State Equality Index reveals Nevada's LGBT equality progress—and shortcomings
Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2016 The report assessed each state’s legislation related to LGBT equality.
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Noise
Concert on-sales: Chris Stapleton, New Order, Barenaked Ladies and more
Friday, Feb. 5, 2016 Plus: Heart, Foals and Santigold.