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| What Las Vegas's Talking About |
| 🚨 Murder Victim in Lake Mead Barrel Identified | Remember that body found inside a barrel at Lake Mead in 2022? Well, investigators have now identified the victim as Edward Jackson (or “Buddy” to friends), who was last seen in Arkansas in the early ‘80. At this point, he has no known ties to Las Vegas or the mob, although Jackson had a criminal record for arson and fraud in Salt Lake City. He was killed by gunshot. [KTNV] | | ⚖️ Punishment Handed Out in Tesla Arson | The Las Vegas man who shot up a Tesla collision center, set a few vehicles on fire, and spray painted “resist” on the windows was sentenced to five years in prison. Prosecutors actually wanted 20 years, but the judge didn’t see eye to eye with them on terrorism charges. [KTNV] | | 💰 Casino Bucks in Ballroom Blitz | The Adelson family donated $25 million (the highest allowed by law) to President Trump’s ballroom project on a bulldozed wing of the White House. So if you spent money at the Venetian or Palazzo between 1992 and 2022, consider yourself an indirect donor. [Washington Post] | | ⚽ Goodbye, Cashman Field | Saturday’s soccer match between the Las Vegas Lights FC and Lexington SC will be the last-ever event at Cashman Field before the land is repurposed into a residential community. The night also includes fireworks, a light show, and giveaways for fans who arrive early. Originally Elks Stadium in 1957, the venue was the home of minor-league baseball over the years, but also hosted boxing, football, and concerts. [KLAS] | | | 🚧 Arena Proposed Near Allegiant Stadium | We’re getting close to a final decision on an NBA team in Vegas. A bidding investment group led by Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie and her husband is getting some extra juice with the involvement of Silver Lake co-CEO Egon Durban, who already has a stake in the Raiders. They want to build an arena for the team near Allegiant Stadium to create a sports and entertainment district. (Please throw in a parking garage while you’re at it 🙏) [Sports Business Journal] |
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| | | Over the past two decades, the community has collectively saved 200 billion gallons of water. Residents and businesses follow the mandatory seasonal watering schedule and replace grass with water smart landscaping. Golf courses operate within water budgets and utilize advanced irrigation technology. Just seven percent of the valley's water use is from resorts, which invest in water-efficient equipment. In addition, developers follow strict water-smart building codes inside and out. | Thank you, Southern Nevada! Keep conserving. |
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| | | Raised in East Las Vegas and an Army JAG veteran, Alex Quagge has built his career around service. As a candidate for District Court Judge, Department 29, he would bring extensive courtroom experience and a commitment to fairness, dignity, and respect. | | Supported by first responders, veterans, and working families across Southern Nevada, Alex is ready to serve the community he calls home. | | Learn more: electalexquagge.com | | This message is paid for by the Committee to Elect Alex Quagge and adheres to City Cast's policy on political advertising and the Federal Elections Committee policies and guidelines on political advertising. City Cast does not endorse any political candidates or election-related issues. |
| Use of military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Department of Defense or Department of the Army. |
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| | | | | - 🐶 Paws & Poses Puppy Yoga at Tivoli Village, 9am | Summerlin
- 🎃 Fall-O-Ween Fair at Enterprise Library, 11am | Shelbourne & Las Vegas Blvd.
- 🪕 Henderson Bluegrass 2026 at Water Street Plaza, 11am | Henderson
- 🎞️ Desert Waves Film & Music Festival at StarBase Las Vegas, 12pm (through 10pm Oct. 18) | Valley View & Diablo
- 🍂 Autumn Tea on the Terrace at Legacy Club, 1pm | Circa
- 🔮 Calling All the Monsters: Halloween Discovery Market at Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet, 1pm | Decatur & Oakey
- 🥖 Butter Social: Wine, Bread & Butter Fall Edition at Crush Pad Wine Bar, 3pm | Sahara & Buffalo
- 🐕 Nevada SPCA Neon Dog Walk at Silverado Ranch Park, 3pm | Gilespie & Silverado Ranch
- 👠 Fashions Night Out Fall 26 Runway at the Gramercy, 6pm | Russell & Ft. Apache
- 🎭 Julius Caesar, Presented by Nevada Shakespeare Festival at West Charleston Library, 7pm | Charleston & Torrey Pines
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| — Rob Kachelriess | Thanks to Layla Muhammad for this week’s newsletter edits and the extra help from Lizzie Goldsmith! |
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