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🏈💲 NFL Gifts $3 Million to Southern Nevada Nonprofits in Historic Super Bowl Legacy Grant
Issue #064 - February 9, 2024
John Wu
09 Feb
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📆 Weekly Local Events for February 2024
Regular weekly events in or near Summerlin, Las Vegas are listed below.
Visit here to lookup specific venue information or for upcoming and/or non-weekly events on Meetup.
Monday
Socially Vegas - Monday Night Bowling @ The Orleans Bowling Center: 7 - 10pm (Every week on Monday)
Tuesday
Run Drink Las Vegas - Weekly Tuesday Run @ Frankie’s Uptown patio: 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Every week on Tuesday)
Foodies Mid-Week “Mix & Mingle” Swing Dance @ Noypitz Bar & Grill (Town Square): 6:30 - 10:30 PM (Every week on Tuesday)
Wednesday
Business Leads Group - Networking Breakfast, Patti's Practical Advice for Effective Biz Ops! @ Summit Restaurant, Eagle Crest Golf Course, 2215 Thomas W Ryan Blvd, Las Vegas: Cost $20 cash, 7 - 8:30 AM (Every week on Wednesday)
Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club - Wednesday Morning Ride @ Einstein Bagels: 9 - 11:30 AM (Every week on Wednesday)
Speakers & Leaders of Summerlin Toastmasters Meeting: 12 - 1:30 PM (Every week on Wednesday)
Thursday
Las Vegas Real Estate Investors Association - Weekly Power Lunch For Real Estate Investors @ Rampart Casino: 11 AM - 1 PM (Every week on Thursday)
Female Friends over Forty-five - Lunch and Rummikub @ Jason’s Deli (Boca Park): 12:30 - 3:30 PM (Every week on Thursday)
Southwest Tennis Brigade - A Chill Tennis Evening at Long Mountain Regional Park: 5:30 - 8:30 PM (Every week on Thursday)
Summerlin Bitcoin Happy Hour: 7 - 9 PM (Every week on Thursday)
Friday
Find Your Yoga Las Vegas - Flow & Yin W / Noé Hilyard: 6 - 7:15 PM (Every week on Friday)
Swing Dancing in Las Vegas Vintage and Modern Swing Dances @ The Mint Tavern: 7:30 PM - 1 AM (Every week on Friday)
Saturday
Saturday Morning Co-Ed Soccer in the Park @ Spotted Leaf Park: 8:30 - 10:30 AM (Every Saturday)
Vino Las Vegas Wine & Yacht Club Brunch: 9 AM - 2 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday in January and February)
Winter Kickball League (Private Group): 11 AM - 2 PM (Every Saturday)
Vegas Hikers - Ike’s Peak 4.3 Mile (southwest) 2 groups: 12:30 - 3:30 PM (Every week on Saturday until March 29, 2024)
Sunday
Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club - Sunday Morning Ride @ Einstein Bagels: 9 - 11:30 AM (Every week on Sunday)
Vino Las Vegas Wine & Yacht Club Brunch: 9 AM - 2 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday in January and February)
Find Your Yoga Las Vegas - Northwest LV Sunday Soulful Yoga with Alicia Cuglietta @ Oasis to Zen Transformation Spa $15: 10 - 11 AM (Every week on Sunday)
📆 PVHS Athletic Events in February 2024
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🏈💲 NFL Gifts $3 Million to Southern Nevada Nonprofits in Historic Super Bowl Legacy Grant
The NFL, in conjunction with the Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee, has announced a significant contribution of $3 million to Southern Nevada nonprofits through the Super Bowl Legacy Grant program. The initiative aims to leave a lasting impact in the community long after the Super Bowl event concludes. During a special ceremony held at the Neon Museum, $1.8 million was distributed among 88 local nonprofits focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, education, and health and wellness. This announcement follows a previous allocation of $1.2 million in grants to local charities in December. The unrestricted nature of these grants allows recipient organizations the flexibility to use the funds according to their specific needs, marking a substantial commitment to the community's well-being and development.
Key Points:
Significant Contribution: The NFL's $3 million donation to Southern Nevada nonprofits sets a new benchmark for the Super Bowl Legacy Grant program, emphasizing the NFL's commitment to leaving a positive impact on the host community.
Unrestricted Grants: The flexibility of the grant funds allows nonprofits to tailor the use of the money to best serve their missions, addressing a wide range of community needs.
Community Impact: The grants are expected to have a long-lasting effect on the local community, supporting initiatives in diversity, equity, inclusion, education, and health and wellness.
Partnership Praise: The event also served as an opportunity to acknowledge the Raiders' significant role in bringing the Super Bowl to Las Vegas and their ongoing efforts to strengthen community ties.
Personal Touch: The ceremony included a heartfelt moment when Courtney Kaplan, a Super Bowl Host Committee member who has been actively involved in organ donation awareness, received two Super Bowl tickets in honor of her late son's decision to be an organ donor.
The NFL's $3 million donation to Southern Nevada nonprofits through the Super Bowl Legacy Grant program represents a monumental effort to ensure that the benefits of hosting the Super Bowl extend beyond the event itself. By supporting a wide range of causes that are critical to the community's well-being, the NFL and the Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee are making a profound and lasting contribution to the Southern Nevada area, showcasing the power of sports to catalyze positive community change.
❎ Nevada Caucuses Cement Trump's Dominance in GOP Presidential Race
Former President Donald Trump celebrated a significant win in the Nevada GOP caucuses, marking another milestone in his campaign for the 2024 presidential election. With a stunning 99.3 percent of votes, Trump's victory was marked by a high voter turnout and enthusiastic support from his base. The caucuses, which took place just days after a state-run presidential preference primary, saw Trump and Ryan Binkley as the remaining candidates, with Trump's victory virtually assured following Ron DeSantis's withdrawal from the race. The event underscored the strong momentum of Trump's campaign, despite the challenges and controversies surrounding his candidacy.
🏒 Knights Edge Out Coyotes 3-2, Highlighting Team's Depth and Strategy
The Vegas Golden Knights emerged victorious against the Arizona Coyotes in a thrilling 3-2 game, thanks to an early offensive surge and a strong performance by goaltender Adin Hill. The Knights' strategy to score early and often proved successful, as Jonathan Marchessault and Nic Hague each scored within the first two minutes of the game. Despite a valiant effort by Coyotes' goalie Karel Vejmelka, who replaced Connor Ingram and stopped all 28 shots, the Knights managed to maintain their lead throughout the game.
Key Points:
Early Lead: The Golden Knights' strategy of scoring early and often paid off, with Marchessault and Hague both scoring within the first two minutes of the game, setting a strong lead for the Knights.
Goaltender Strength: Adin Hill's performance, with 20 saves, was a crucial factor in the Knights' win, demonstrating the team's defensive capabilities and Hill's reliability as a goaltender.
Coyotes' Comeback Attempt: Despite a strong showing from Vejmelka and a late goal by Clayton Keller, the Coyotes fell just short, highlighting the competitive nature of the match.
Power Play Struggles: The Knights' continued struggle on the power play was evident, as they failed to convert during their lone opportunity, extending their goalless streak in this aspect.
Historic Start: The game made history with both teams scoring on their first shot, a testament to the high-stakes and fast-paced nature of the matchup.
The Vegas Golden Knights' win against the Arizona Coyotes showcased their early offensive strategy and strong goaltending by Adin Hill. Despite the Coyotes' impressive efforts and Vejmelka's standout performance, the Knights managed to maintain their lead and secure the victory. The game highlighted areas for improvement, such as the power play, but ultimately demonstrated the Knights' resilience and teamwork, allowing them to hold onto their winning momentum.
🏈 Chiefs vs. 49ers: A Battle for Legacy in Super Bowl Showdown on February 11, 2024
The Kansas City Chiefs are making a remarkable sixth Super Bowl appearance, including an impressive fourth in the past five seasons. This puts them in the conversation for being a modern NFL dynasty, akin to some of the most successful teams in league history. The San Francisco 49ers, on the other hand, are heading to their eighth Super Bowl, seeking to capture their first championship since 1994 and reestablish their legacy in NFL history.
This upcoming Super Bowl is a rematch of the 2019 season's Super Bowl LIV, which the Chiefs won. It presents an opportunity for both teams to cement their status in NFL immortality. The Chiefs have a rare chance to win back-to-back Super Bowls, a feat last accomplished by the 2003-04 New England Patriots.
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes becomes the youngest quarterback to start his fourth Super Bowl. Coach Andy Reid is preparing for his fifth Super Bowl appearance, ranking behind only Bill Belichick and Don Shula in this regard. The 49ers have been to the NFL Championship Game multiple times since 2011 but have yet to secure a Super Bowl title during this period. This game presents a chance to end their nearly three-decade championship drought.
For 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy, winning his first Super Bowl would be a monumental step in his career, echoing the past successes of legendary 49ers quarterbacks like Steve Young.
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: February 2, 2024
Courtesy of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The entire report for all Area Commands may be viewed here.
📌🏠 Summerlin South - January 2024
*Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
This is the middle price for which all homes in the area were sold based on the number of bedrooms. Half of all the homes sold were below this price, and half were above.
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