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🛵 Electric Scooters Return to Las Vegas Streets with Go X's Unique Business Approach
Issue #120 - April 5, 2024
John Wu
05 Apr
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📆 Weekly Local Events for April 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)
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)
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 Gas Prices
🛵 Electric Scooters Return to Las Vegas Streets with Go X's Unique Business Approach
Go X, a San Francisco-based company, is set to reintroduce two-wheeled electric scooters to the Las Vegas area with a business model aimed at avoiding the clutter of scooters on sidewalks. Unlike the dockless systems of brands like Lime, Bird, and Spin, Go X's model involves partnering with local businesses to serve as designated pick-up and drop-off points. Already piloting with about 10 locations and a fleet of 100 scooters, Go X plans to expand its presence by partnering with major resorts on the Strip and increasing its fleet to 1,000 by the end of 2024. The company emphasizes the benefits of its system for cities, local businesses, and users by keeping scooters off the streets and offering a practical transportation solution. Go X scooters are equipped with geo-fencing technology to prevent operation in certain areas like the Fremont Street Experience and potentially the Strip, ensuring compliance with local regulations. The service operates through a smartphone app, charging $1 plus $0.88 per minute, or $9.99 for every 35 minutes, with various unlimited rates available for longer periods.
⚾️ Athletics Set to Call Sacramento Home Before Big Move to Las Vegas
The Oakland Athletics will relocate to Sacramento for the 2025-2027 MLB seasons while their new ballpark in Las Vegas is being constructed. This temporary move will see the A's playing at Sutter Health Park, a Triple-A ballpark, with an option to extend their stay through 2028 if necessary. During this period, the team will not carry a city designation, simply being referred to as the Athletics or A's. The decision comes after negotiations to extend their stay at the Oakland Coliseum fell through, despite a long-standing relationship and discussions with both Oakland and Sacramento officials. The team's relocation efforts include playing spring training and possibly a few regular-season games in Las Vegas to familiarize themselves with the market. The A’s are planning a big launch in Las Vegas for the 2028 season, with their $1.5 billion stadium set to have a capacity of 33,000. The team acknowledges the bittersweet nature of leaving Oakland after 56 years but looks forward to creating new memories in Sacramento and eventually Las Vegas.
⚡️ Energy Promises Lower Electric Bills in 2024 Due to Falling Natural Gas Prices
NV Energy has announced that electric bills in Southern Nevada are expected to see a significant decrease throughout 2024, with CEO Doug Cannon citing lower natural gas prices as the primary reason for the reduction. Customers are projected to enjoy a 15% reduction in their electric bills by the end of 2024 compared to the end of 2023, with residential customers experiencing an even greater decrease of 17%. This reduction could translate to a $30 decrease on an average bill. The decrease is attributed to a 35.5% drop in natural gas prices from March 2023 to March 2024, marking the lowest price point since 1997 according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This price drop is partly due to a warmer-than-average winter reducing the demand for natural gas. While electric rates have seen a slight decrease as of April, NV Energy cautions that total bills may rise during the summer months due to increased energy demand. The company encourages energy conservation and offers resources to help manage usage and costs.
🏬 Cents Only Stores to Shut All US Locations in Surprise Closure
99 Cents Only Stores, a prominent discount retail chain, has announced the closure of all its 371 outlets across the United States, as reported by the Los Angeles Times. This decision affects stores in key states including California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas, with a notable presence in Las Vegas and Henderson. The chain plans to initiate liquidation sales starting Friday. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Commerce, California, the company has been a fixture in the discount retail sector for decades.
The Las Vegas area, in particular, has been an important market for the retailer, hosting 14 stores in Las Vegas and three in Henderson. The Review-Journal highlighted the chain's local impact, noting special promotional events such as the sale of flat-screen TVs for 99 cents at the opening of its store on N. Rancho Drive in 2011, and its efforts to introduce beer and wine sales at select locations in 2013.
🏀 March Madness Viewing Parties Across Las Vegas
Las Vegas is gearing up for the NCAA Tournament with a host of viewing parties across the city. From the Strip to Downtown and beyond, venues are offering unique experiences for basketball fans, including theater seating, private rooms, specialty drinks, and more. Here's a roundup of some of the top viewing parties happening throughout the tournament:
2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Schedule (times are Pacific Standard/PDT):
Selection Sunday: March 17, 2024, starting at 3:00 p.m. PST on CBS.
First Four: March 19-20, 2024 (exact times to be announced).
First Round: March 21-22, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. PST, followed by afternoon sessions from 3:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. PST.
Second Round: March 23-24, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. PST, followed by afternoon sessions from 3:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. PST.
Sweet Sixteen: March 28-29, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. PST, and afternoon sessions will be from 3:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. PST.
Elite Eight: March 30, 2024, will take place from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. PST.
Final Four: April 6, 2024, will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. PST.
Championship Game: April 8, 2024, will start at 9:00 p.m. PST.
2024 Women’s NCAA tournament schedule, dates:
Selection Sunday: 5:00 p.m. PST Sunday, March 17 on ESPN
First Four: March 20-21
First Round: March 22-23
Second Round: March 24-25
Sweet 16: March 29-30
Elite Eight: March 31-April 1
Final Four: Friday, April 5 at 7:30 and 6:00 p.m. PST on ESPN, hosted at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio
NCAA Championship Game: Sunday, April 7 at 12 p.m. PST on ABC, hosted at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio
On the Strip:
Caesars Palace: Offers "Hoops on the Strip" viewing experiences at various bars and lounges, including Stadia Bar and Montecristo Cigar Bar.
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas: Hosts "Brackets and Bass" at The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails and viewing packages at CliQue Bar & Lounge.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas: BleauLive Theater presents the "Bleau Buckets" viewing experience with an onsite sportsbook and complimentary arcade games.
HyperX Arena at Luxor: Opens doors for a premium viewing experience including seating options and drink tickets.
The Venetian: "Brackets at The Stadium" offers stadium-style seating and a full-service sports betting, with menu items ranging from breakfast selections to nachos.
Downtown Las Vegas:
Circa: Features the "Mega March" viewing experience at Circa Sportsbook and "Mania Under the Sun" watch parties at Stadium Swim.
The D: Hosts "March Hoops" viewing parties with multiple high-definition TVs and private "Man Caves" for groups.
Plaza: Viewing parties in the showroom with unlimited draft beer and two free well drinks included in the ticket price.
Off the Strip:
Palms: Offers free admission to Palm Pool’s Basketball Bonanza with multi-game viewing and special packages.
South Point: Hosts a "Massive Madness Party" with free admission, food, and drink specials.
Green Valley Ranch Resort: Viewing parties in the Estancia Ballroom with large screens and first come, first-served seating.
Unique Experiences:
Fashion Show Mall: "Hoops in the Hall" features viewing screens, a jump shot challenge, and more in the Great Hall.
Ellis Island: The Front Yard Beer Garden offers unlimited food and drink during morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions.
With a wide range of viewing options available, fans can enjoy the March Madness tournament in a style that suits their preferences, from luxurious lounges and sports bars to outdoor pools and private rooms. Whether you're looking for a high-energy atmosphere or a more laid-back setting, Las Vegas has something for every basketball fan this tournament season.
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: March 29, 2024
Courtesy of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
📌🏠 Summerlin South - March 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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