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| What Las Vegas's Talking About |
| 🤖 No Signs of Life in Election Ad | You may have seen political ads on billboards and YouTube celebrating California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s endorsement of Attorney General Aaron Ford for Nevada governor. As it turns out, those ads were produced by a conservative PAC in support of Gov. Lombardo, believing Newsom is so divisive, his association does more harm than good for Ford’s image. The ads were generated by artificial intelligence, which is noted in teeny, tiny language at the bottom. [Las Vegas Review-Journal] | - Lombardo’s campaign team denies asking Metro police to investigate a large political ad on the 215 that was vandalized to mock the governor’s recent viral traffic stop. [KTNV]
- Polls show the governor’s race is neck and neck with the election less than four months away. City Cast Las Vegas looks at what could tip the scales for the eventual winner in today’s news roundup, plus the results of this year’s homeless count and some good news we can use this week. [City Cast Las Vegas 🎧]
| | | 🏳️🌈 The Center Goes on a Shopping Spree | The Center will expand its reach and services for the local LGBTQ+ community by acquiring Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) and Golden Rainbow, two organizations that have assisted Las Vegans affected by HIV/AIDS since the 1980s. [KVVU] | | 🏈 Raiders Sign the Guy They Already Drafted | What’s the first draft pick worth? About $57 million over four seasons. That’s how much rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza is making now that he’s officially a Las Vegas Raider. Mendoza signed his contract on the first day of training camp — and already haggled over how he would receive his bonus. He’ll fit in with Vegas just fine. [KSNV] | | 🥊 The Strip to ‘Experience’ Iron Mike | The World Boxing Council is teaming up with Mike Tyson for a new attraction at the Flamingo dedicated to the boxing champ’s life and career. It’s billed as an “immersive experience” — so far all I know, it could include anything from a punch in the face to a little bit of ear nibblin’ or maybe a temporary face tattoo 🤔 What do you think? 📬 [KLAS] | |
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| | | Are you the top-level leader you aspire to be? The Women’s Leadership Conference (WLC) is designed to elevate leaders at every stage, across all industries. Experience powerful keynotes, impactful education sessions on today’s topics, and organic networking with peers and mentors. The 2026 theme, “Made. Not Born.”, explores the leadership pillars of capability, credibility, visibility, and sustainability. Join us August 31–September 1 at the MGM Grand Conference Center. Register now at fwle.org/conference. |
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| | | - 🎂 Decorate Cakes Like a Pro at Wynn Cake Studio, 11am (Ticketed) | Wynn
- 🎸 Guided Tours w/ Voodoo Glow Skulls at Punk Rock Museum, 12:30 & 4pm ($100, through July 26) | Arts District
- ⚾ Athletics Watch Party at General Admission, 4:30–7:30pm (Free entry) | UnCommons
- 🍺 Able Baker Beer Dinner at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse, 7pm ($105) | Summerlin
- 🎭 Come From Away at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 7pm ($37, through July 26) | Spring Mountain & Wynn
- 🏳️🌈 Condom Couture 2026 at Dust, 7pm (Free) | Twain & University Center
- 🎭 Nickelodeon Cartoon Cosplay Party at FANDOM BAR, 8pm (21+, Free entry) | Downtown
- 🎸 One Night of Queen at Bel-Aire Backyard, 8pm ($40) | Durango
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| | - 🏊 Summer Splash Pool Party at Baker Pool, 2–4pm (Free) | St. Louis & Maryland
- 🍷 Bread, Butter & Wine at Crush Pad, 3pm ($44) | Sahara & Buffalo
- 🥊 Mike Tyson Invitational Amateur Boxing at Sahara Theatre, 3:30pm (From $58) | Sahara
- 🚣 Cardboard Boat Regatta at Henderson Multigenerational Activity Pool, 4–6pm (Ticketed) | Henderson
- 🛍️ 702 Market: Hot Ghoul Summer at Fergusons Downtown, 5–10pm | Fremont East
- 🧀 National Wine & Cheese Day Pairing Experience at Vegas Valley Winery, 5pm ($54) | Henderson
- 🍹 Rum for All and All for Rum at Total Wine, 5pm ($20) | Town Square
- 🖼️ ISI Live Art Auction: Call of the Wild at Sanctuary, 6pm | AREA15
- 🏳️🌈 Hot Summer Nights: Y2K Rooftop Disco at The Center, 6–9pm (21+, Free) | Downtown
- 🌺 Island Ohana Night at Downtown Container Park, 6:30pm (Free) | Downtown
- 🎤 Summer Comedy Series: Rich Vos, Jim Florentine & Don Jamieson at Access Showroom, 8pm (From $51) | Aliante
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🎤 Have something to say? | | City Cast Las Vegas contributor Dayvid Figler is teaming up with the City of Las Vegas for a free storytelling workshop with the theme “Call Me” 👀 Dates are Aug. 5, 12, and 19, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, leading up to a StorySLAM performance in front of an audience on Saturday, August 22 at 7 p.m. Send an email to register. |
| — Rob Kachelriess | Thanks to Layla Muhammad and Jacob Solis for this week’s newsletter edits! |
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