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❄ Las Vegas Valley Braces and Recovers from Weekend Windstorm
Issue #088 - March 4, 2024
John Wu
04 Mar
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📆 Weekly Local Events for March 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
Monday Classes At Latin Blendz: (Every week on Monday @ 10AM)
Lunch and Rummikub Mondays at IHOP Summerlin (Every week on Monday @ 12PM
Socially Vegas - Monday Night Bowling @ The Orleans Bowling Center: Must arrive/check-in before 7pm; 7 - 10pm (Every week on Monday); COST (CASH Only) $10 for 2 games (includes shoes) COST: $12 for 3 games (includes shoes)
Monday Night TRIVIA at ReBAR: (Every week on Monday @ 7PM)
Tuesday
Terrific Tuesday Fun Pickleball @ Police Memorial, Bring a Chair: (Every week on Tuesday @ 2PM)
Sand Volleyball Intermediate, Rusty and Old Time Players @ Aloha Shores Park (NW): (Every week on Tuesday @ 5:30 - 7:30PM)
Run Drink Las Vegas - Weekly Tuesday Run @ Frankie’s Uptown patio: 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Every week on Tuesday), FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @rundrinklv FOR THE LATEST WEATHER/TIMING UPDATES
Level 1 West Coast Swing @ 2580 N Rancho Dr, North Las Vegas: 7 - 8PM (Every week on Tuesday); Drop in Rate is $15, Monthly pass is $50; Register online.
Wednesday
Business Leads Group - Networking Breakfast @ 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)
Live Music Yoga w/ Cheryl Slader @ Blue Sky Yoga: (Suggested Donation $12); 5:30 - 6:45 PM (Every week on Wednesday)
Country Swing Level 1 @ Rhythms Dance Studio & Event Center: 7 - 8 PM (Every week on Wednesday until December 17, 2024); $15 drop-in rate
$50 for the whole month. Pay and register on the website.
Thursday
Abundance Business Networking Group Online Event: 7 - 8:30 AM (Every week on Thursday). Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for networking. Steps to access our BNI Online™ Virtual Chapter Meeting, visit website.
Las Vegas Real Estate Investors Association - Weekly Power Lunch For Real Estate Investors: 11 AM - 1 PM (Every week on Thursday). Request to join here.
Free Salsa Classes @ Feel The Music Dance Studio: 7 - 8 PM (Every week on Thursday). Visit the website to register online.
Summerlin Bitcoin Happy Hour: 7 - 9 PM (Every week on Thursday)
Friday
Find Your Yoga Las Vegas - Flow & Yin W / Noé Hilyard @ Yoga Sanctuary: 6 - 7:15 PM (Every week on Friday) View Yoga Sanctuary's full schedule.
Swing Dancing in Las Vegas Vintage and Modern Swing Dances @ The Mint Tavern: 7:30 - 8:30 PM (Every week on Friday)
Saturday
Vino Las Vegas Wine & Yacht Club Brunch: 9 AM - 2 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday)
Find Your Yoga Las Vegas - Saturday Morning Meditation with Practitioner Selina Kelly @ Yoga Kandy, LLC. Cost: Love Donation $5-$10 suggested. 11 - 11:45 AM (Every week on Saturday)
Vegas Hikers - Ike’s Peak 4.3 Mile (southwest) 2 groups: 1:30 - 4:30 PM (Every week on Saturday until March 15, 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)
🌤 Summerlin South, Las Vegas Weather
❄ Las Vegas Valley Braces and Recovers from Weekend Windstorm
This past weekend, the Las Vegas Valley was hit by a powerful windstorm, recording gusts up to 68 mph at Harry Reid International Airport—the strongest since March 27, 1985. The storm, part of a massive blizzard moving through northern California and Nevada, led to significant power outages, with around 34,000 people affected across the state at its peak. By Sunday afternoon, power was restored to most, leaving about 700 individuals without electricity.
The high winds, part of the storm's impact, downed trees and caused damage across the valley, including in Summerlin where large trees were uprooted. Flight operations were also disrupted, with Harry Reid International Airport experiencing delays and cancellations over the weekend. Despite the havoc, recent precipitation helped mitigate the dust, a major issue in previous wind events.
A wind advisory remained in effect through Sunday evening for parts of Arizona, California, and Nevada, predicting gusts up to 55 mph. As the new week begins, the weather is expected to return to seasonal norms, with lighter winds and temperatures warming back to typical levels by Tuesday.
The Spring Mountains experienced colder conditions, with icy parking lots and wind chill factors dropping to as low as minus 4 degrees. However, sunny skies are forecasted for the upcoming days, signaling a return to calmer weather conditions after the storm.
The highest wind gust recorded in Southern Nevada on Saturday was an 88 mph gust at Angel Peak in the Spring Mountains, highlighting the storm's intensity. The Las Vegas Valley and its residents are now in recovery mode, assessing and repairing the damage caused by the weekend's turbulent weather.
🏁🏎 Kyle Larson Dominates Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway with Impressive 181-Lap Lead
Kyle Larson Wins Thrilling Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway On Sunday, March 3, 2024, Kyle Larson put on a dominant performance at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, leading a race-high 181 laps and winning the Pennzoil 400 NASCAR Cup Series race by a narrow margin of 0.462 seconds over second-place finisher Tyler Reddick.
Larson, who had previously won at LVMS in October, showcased his skill and determination throughout the race, winning both stages. However, it was not a smooth ride to victory for the talented driver. After a late restart, Larson had to regain the lead with just 25 laps to go and then fend off a fierce challenge from Reddick in the closing stages of the race.
The race was filled with excitement and drama as drivers battled for position on the 1.5-mile tri-oval track. In the end, it was Larson who emerged victorious, demonstrating his prowess behind the wheel and cementing his status as one of NASCAR's top drivers.
With this win, Larson has now secured his first victory of the 2024 season and will be looking to carry this momentum into the next race. As the NASCAR Cup Series continues, fans and drivers alike will be eagerly anticipating more thrilling races and unforgettable moments on the track.
#️⃣ Revolutionizing the Digital Frontier: Top 10 Web3 Apps Set to Transform Online Interaction in 2024
The emergence of Web3 represents a significant leap forward in the evolution of the internet, focusing on decentralization and user empowerment. This new phase is characterized by the development of decentralized applications (DApps) that leverage blockchain technology to ensure transparency, security, and immutability. Unlike the centralized models of Web 2.0, Web3 apps operate in a decentralized network, eliminating the need for intermediaries and giving users more control over their online experiences. Here's a closer look at the top 10 Web3 apps to watch in 2024, each contributing uniquely to this revolutionary shift in digital interaction:
Sapien: A decentralized social news platform that prioritizes user customization and eliminates ads, fostering a community of trustless interactions.
LBRY: Revolutionizing content sharing and payments, LBRY provides a secure platform for accessing a wide range of media, including books, music, and movies.
Storj: Offers secure and flexible cloud storage solutions with its decentralized structure, appealing to those seeking alternatives to traditional storage options.
Secretum: A messaging app that prioritizes privacy, allowing users to communicate securely and trade blockchain assets within the app.
Decentraland: Merges digital real estate with the Metaverse, offering users opportunities for online income generation and community engagement within a decentralized framework.
Sola: Challenges the norms of social media interaction by promoting user equality and offering real earning potential through virtual currency.
DTube: A platform for video creators and consumers that eschews censorship and rewards creativity with cryptocurrency, offering an ad-free experience.
Brave: A privacy-first browser that combats online tracking and invasive advertising, providing comprehensive protection and innovative features like Brave Leo and Filecoin support.
Ethlance: Disrupts the gig economy by removing third-party intermediaries, enabling freelancers to fully control their earnings in a transparent and equitable environment.
Everledger: Utilizes technology to promote sustainability and accountability across industries, with features like the battery passport pilot highlighting its commitment to positive change.
These Web3 apps represent a diverse and rapidly evolving landscape, from social media and content sharing to privacy, storage, and the gig economy. As we move into 2024, they offer exciting possibilities for transforming how we interact online, emphasizing user control, privacy, and decentralization. The future of Web3 looks promising, with each app playing a crucial role in shaping a more open, secure, and user-centric internet.
😷 CDC Updates COVID-19 Isolation Guidelines
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a significant change to its COVID-19 isolation guidelines on Friday. Americans testing positive for COVID-19 are no longer required to isolate for five days. Instead, individuals can resume work or daily activities if their symptoms are mild and improving, and they've been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications.
This revision reflects the evolving understanding and approach to managing COVID-19, which has seen a decrease in its severity and impact, dropping from the nation’s third leading cause of death to 10th last year. With most people possessing some degree of immunity through vaccinations or past infections, adherence to the five-day isolation guidance had been waning.
Dr. Mandy Cohen, CDC's director, emphasized that the new recommendations aim to protect those at risk of severe illness while simplifying guidelines to be more manageable and understandable for the general public. However, the update has sparked concerns among some health experts who fear it may increase infection risks, particularly for vulnerable populations.
The guideline change is part of an effort to align COVID-19 recommendations more closely with those for flu and other respiratory viruses, acknowledging that COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths have significantly decreased. Despite the ease in isolation requirements, the CDC continues to stress the importance of preventive measures such as vaccination, handwashing, and improving ventilation.
Critics of the update worry it could pressure individuals to return to work before fully recovering, potentially endangering themselves and others. This is not the first time COVID-19 isolation guidelines have been adjusted; the initial 10-day isolation recommendation was reduced to five days in late 2021 for those with no or mild symptoms, based on data about the virus's contagious period.
💲 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 23, 2024
Courtesy of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The entire report for all Area Commands may be viewed here.
📌🏠 Summerlin South - February 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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