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🎰 Nevada Gaming Revenue Sees First Decline in Eight Months Despite Major Events
Issue #140 - April 25, 2024
John Wu
25 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
🎰 Nevada Gaming Revenue Sees First Decline in Eight Months Despite Major Events
According to the Nevada Gaming Control Board, Nevada's gaming revenue experienced its first decline in eight months this March, despite notable events such as concerts and NASCAR events. The state saw a 1.7% decrease in gaming wins, with Clark County reporting a 1.6% drop and the Las Vegas Strip seeing a 1.2% dip in revenue.
Tough Comparison to Last Year's Record-Breaking Slot Machine Revenue
The decline comes after an exceptionally high revenue from slot machines in March 2023, setting a tough comparison for this year. Despite this, the 444 licensed major casinos in Nevada still garnered a significant $1.29 billion from gamblers, with the 220 casinos in Clark County earning $1.132 billion and the Strip's 61 locations bringing in $715.9 million.
Revenue Remains Above Previous Year's Levels
Although revenue declined this month, totals for the first three quarters of the fiscal year and the first quarter of calendar year 2024 remain above the levels from the previous year. Among the 20 submarkets monitored, 12 reported declines, with downtown Las Vegas experiencing the most significant drop of 12.9% to $76.2 million. On the other hand, Wendover and outlying Washoe County were the top performers, each up by 7%.
🏒 Golden Knights Dominate Stars to Take 2-0 Series Lead in Playoff Showdown
The Vegas Golden Knights secured a significant 3-1 victory against the Dallas Stars in Game 2 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series, extending their series lead to 2-0. The match, held at the American Airlines Center, showcased the Golden Knights' resilience and strategic prowess. Goals from Jonathan Marchessault, Noah Hanifin, and Jack Eichel, along with Logan Thompson's strong performance in goal, were pivotal in overcoming the Stars' aggressive play.
The Stars, aiming to bounce back from a narrow 4-3 loss in Game 1, increased their physicality, notably upping their hit count in an attempt to assert dominance. Despite this pressure, the Golden Knights maintained composure, with their defensive organization and clean breakouts proving effective. Eichel’s timely play set up Marchessault for a crucial goal, equalizing the game in the first period. Hanifin’s late second-period goal then provided the lead, which they maintained through disciplined and structured play.
This victory not only solidifies the Golden Knights' advantage but also places them in a favorable historical position, as teams leading 2-0 in such playoff circumstances often proceed to win the series. The team is set to continue their pursuit of another series win in Game 3 at T-Mobile Arena.
🎶 Sick New World Festival Leads a Packed Weekend of Events in Las Vegas
Las Vegas is bustling with diverse cultural and entertainment events in the coming days. Highlighting the lineup is the Sick New World music festival at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, featuring a mix of nü metal, industrial, and alternative rock bands, including System of a Down and Slipknot. This festival starts at 11 a.m. on Saturday, with ticket prices beginning at $392.
The Water Lantern Festival offers a serene contrast at Craig Ranch Regional Park, where attendees can set lanterns afloat accompanied by music and food trucks. This event starts at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, with tickets starting at $45.99.
For those interested in home architecture and history, the Home + History Las Vegas festival presented by the Nevada Preservation Foundation will explore significant historical sites in Las Vegas from Friday through Sunday, featuring over 40 events including guided tours and educational sessions.
The Holo Holo island and reggae music festival caters to the large Hawaiian community in Las Vegas and will feature artists like Kolohe Kai and J Boog. This festival begins at 2 p.m. on Friday at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, with ticket options ranging from $105 for a single day to $300 for a three-day pass.
In addition to these, the Paiute Spring Festival and Lei Day Parade at Downtown Summerlin will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with cultural performances and a parade on Saturday and the following Wednesday.
Lastly, Nevada Ballet Theatre presents "Swan Lake" at The Smith Center starting Saturday, with performances running through May 5, offering a classic ballet experience with tickets starting at $30.95.
✈ Biden Administration Cracks Down on Airline 'Junk Fees' with New Consumer Protections
The Biden administration has finalized new rules requiring airlines to provide automatic cash refunds for significant delays, cancellations, and service failures. Announced by the Transportation Department, these regulations aim to enhance consumer protection in the airline industry, a sector that saw a surge in refund complaints during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Under the new guidelines, a "significant" delay is defined as at least three hours for domestic flights and six hours for international flights. If a flight is canceled or significantly delayed, airlines must issue automatic cash refunds within a few days, although consumers can still opt for alternative flights or travel credits if they prefer. Additionally, airlines must refund fees for checked bags if the bags are not delivered within 12 hours domestically or between 15 to 30 hours internationally. The rules also cover refunds for fees paid for additional services like seat selection or Wi-Fi if the services are not provided.
Moreover, the regulations mandate clearer disclosure of fees associated with checked and carry-on bags, and charges for canceling or changing a reservation. These fees must be displayed upfront when fares and schedules are first shown on airline websites. Airlines must also inform passengers that there is a guaranteed seat available that does not require additional payment, although fees for specific seat selection are still permissible.
These measures are part of a broader initiative by the administration to eliminate what President Joe Biden has termed "junk fees." They are expected to save consumers over $500 million annually and will be implemented progressively over the next two years. The Transportation Department has also started allowing state officials in 15 states to assist in enforcing federal airline consumer protection laws.
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: April 19, 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.
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