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🎬 Marg Helgenberger Reprises Role in 'CSI: Vegas' Amid City's Evolving Backdrop
Issue #072 - February 17, 2024
John Wu
17 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
Visit Here to Access the PVHS Athletic Events Monthly Schedule.
🌤 Summerlin South, Las Vegas Weather
🎬 Marg Helgenberger Reprises Role in 'CSI: Vegas' Amid City's Evolving Backdrop
When Marg Helgenberger first stepped onto the Las Vegas crime scene as Catherine Willows, the city's landscape was markedly different, with Siegfried & Roy headlining The Mirage and the Aladdin freshly painted. Fast forward to today, and Helgenberger is back, making arrests against the evolving downtown skyline in the third-season premiere of “CSI: Vegas.” Reflecting on the journey, she humorously doubted anyone who would have suggested she'd still be playing Catherine 25 years later. The series' return to Las Vegas for filming is seen as crucial by creator Jason Tracey, likening the crew's arrival to "the circus comes to town" for its significant, albeit challenging, logistical effort.
Filming in Las Vegas, particularly in vibrant areas like downtown, introduces a unique set of distractions, from booming music to the omnipresent energy of the city. Despite these challenges, Helgenberger and the crew embrace Las Vegas's dynamic backdrop, which adds authenticity and a distinct character to the show. The series' filming contributes to Nevada's economy, with "CSI: Vegas" being one of many productions filmed in the state.
Anthony Zuiker, the creator of the original "CSI" and executive producer on "CSI: Vegas," appreciates the effort to capture Las Vegas on camera, acknowledging both the logistical challenges and the morale boost it provides to the crew. The recent filming in Las Vegas not only resulted in significant screen time but also offered the crew a unique working experience in the iconic city. This dedication to incorporating Las Vegas into the series pays off, providing viewers with the authentic, electrifying experience of the city that can't be replicated elsewhere.
🎰 Nevada Casinos Face Profit Decline Amid Soaring Costs Despite Record Revenues
Despite Nevada casinos bringing in record revenue in the 2023 fiscal year, their profits dipped due to rising business costs such as higher interest rates, rental costs, and wages. A Nevada Gaming Control Board report highlighted that statewide casino net income fell by 21.4% to $3.44 billion, despite an 8.9% increase in revenue to $29.86 billion. This decline in profit was attributed to higher operational expenses, with interest expenses alone rising by 23.3%. The gaming industry also faces increased labor costs, particularly after new contracts with the Culinary Union introduced record pay levels. Despite these challenges, the sector's revenue strength continues to support the state economy through various taxes. Notably, non-gaming revenue exceeded gaming revenue, indicating a shift in the industry's revenue sources. The report, covering 300 nonrestricted gaming licensees, also noted that hotel occupancy and average daily revenue from rooms and gaming activities showed significant figures, with the most profitable casino sections being table games, including keno and bingo, and slot machines.
🎳 Palo Verde Wins First Boys Bowling Title, Defeats Sierra Vista 9-0 in 5A Final
Palo Verde secured its inaugural boys bowling team championship, triumphing over Sierra Vista with a decisive 9-0 victory (2,680-2,212) in the 5A final. Coach John Read expressed pride in his team's ability to unify their talents during the playoffs, culminating in this memorable win. The match format allowed for strategic victories through both individual game wins and total pin counts, showcasing the depth of skill across the team.
Meanwhile, in the girls match, despite Centennial's efforts and a strategic rally before the final game, Desert Oasis emerged victorious, clinching the title with a final game score of 717-663. Shantell Hunt of Desert Oasis shared her joy and relief at securing the state title, especially after previously finishing as runner-up.
Palo Verde's boys team exhibited exceptional performance from the outset, setting a high standard in the first game and maintaining dominance throughout. Rylan Breese from Palo Verde highlighted the team's high expectations and the importance of perseverance and practice leading to their peak performance in the title match.
In the 4A division, Tech won the boys title with a 7-2 score (2,451-2,295) against Foothill, while Green Valley dominated Del Sol 9-0 (1,649-1,310) to clinch the girls title. The 3A division saw Coral Academy's boys team win their second consecutive title with a 7-2 victory (2,120-2,034) over The Meadows, which also claimed the girls title by defeating Mojave 7-2 (1,609-1,265). These matches showcased the competitive spirit and talent within high school bowling, highlighting individual and team achievements across divisions.
💲 Las Vegas Convention Center to Host Major Spring Job Fair Event
Southern Nevada job seekers have the opportunity to meet with over 120 employers at the upcoming Spring Job Fair, scheduled for March 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall. Hosted by Clark County in collaboration with the EmployNV Business Hub, this annual event aims to facilitate on-the-spot hiring and job offers pending background checks. Commissioner Jim Gibson encourages attendees to approach the fair as they would a multi-employer interview, emphasizing that every employer present is looking to hire. Notable employers include the Rio hotel-casino, Nevada Barricade and Sign Co., Maverik, The Smith Center, Tao Group Hospitality, Fontainebleau hotel-casino, and Link Technologies. Job seekers can register in advance, upload their resumes for employer previews, and access several on-site resources such as free child care for specific ages, career coaching, and career exploration tools.
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: February 9, 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.
Visit here to see the entire report.
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