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🦹♂️ Faith Lutheran's Marching Band Equipment Stolen, Community Rallies in Support
Issue #166 - May 21, 2024
John Wu
21 May
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📆 Weekly Local Events for May 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)
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, 1225 S Main St, Las Vegas: (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), Cheyenne & Buffalo, 7550 Sauer St, Las Vegas: (Every week on Tuesday @ 6 - 8 PM)
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
Coed Soccer - Summerlin: Crossings Park, 1111 Crestdale Ln, Las Vegas: 7:30 - 9:45 PM (Every week on Tuesday/Thursday)
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)
Early Risers Toastmasters Meeting (In-Person - Summerlin Egg Works / Online Event: 7 - 8 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, Summerlin Egg Works, 2025 Village Center Cir, Las Vegas: 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 Crossroads Dance, Rhythms Dance Studio & Event Center, 4545 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas: $15 Drop-in Rate / $50 for the whole month: 8 - 9 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, SG Bar, 9580 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas: 6:30 PM (Every week on Thursday)
Coed Soccer - Summerlin: Crossings Park, 1111 Crestdale Ln, Las Vegas: 7:30 - 9:45 PM (Every week on Tuesday/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)
Level 1 West Coast Swing @ 2580 N Rancho Dr, North Las Vegas: 7 - 8 PM (Every week on Tuesday); Drop in Rate is $15, Monthly pass is $50; Register online.
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🦹♂️ Faith Lutheran's Marching Band Equipment Stolen, Community Rallies in Support
Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School recently suffered a major setback when $25,000 worth of marching band equipment was stolen from its trailer. The theft has left the school's music department scrambling to replace essential gear needed for concerts and competitions in the upcoming school year.
Incident Details
Dan Zeigner, the director of bands and orchestras, initially thought nothing of the missing trailer, assuming it had been borrowed by another school group. However, security footage later revealed that a thief had taken it early Wednesday morning, spending about 15 minutes on campus before driving off just before 5:50 a.m.
The trailer was found by Metropolitan Police Department officers on Saturday evening, abandoned near the Flamingo Wash under Boulder Highway, 17 miles from the school. Unfortunately, it had been completely gutted, with even the tires stolen and the trailer’s wrapping destroyed, amounting to a total loss of approximately $30,000.
Impact on the Music Department
Zeigner emphasized the importance of the stolen items: "These objects are our lifelines to get out to the community and be able to get our kids to go out and not just compete, but also perform for plenty of other events. When we don’t have them, it just makes those opportunities wash away."
The incident follows similar thefts at other local schools, including Shadow Ridge High School and Arbor View High School in recent years. Zeigner noted that while these trailers contain valuable equipment, the emotional value attached to them is often greater for students and staff.
Community Support and Future Plans
Since the theft, the school has received an outpouring of support from parents, students, and band directors across the county. Insurance will cover the cost of the lost items, but the department faces an eight-month lead time to replace much of the stolen gear, jeopardizing their ability to participate in next season's competitions.
Zeigner hopes that other schools might lend equipment to help the music department’s 300 students continue their activities. He expressed gratitude that no students or staff were harmed during the theft and remains hopeful for the future: "It can be replaced... The memories are there, and it’s not easy to replace some of those things that give you the memory, but it’s not the memory itself."
❎ Your Guide to Voter Registration and Early Voting
Checking Your Voter Registration:
To check your voter registration status, visit the Nevada Secretary of State’s website at www.nvsos.gov/votersearch/.
Early Voting:
Dates: Saturday, May 25 to Friday, June 7.
Details: All early voting sites also serve as mail ballot drop-off locations. Hours and days vary by location and can be subject to change due to unforeseen events.
Updates: For the latest information, visit Clark County Elections or call 702-455-VOTE.
Early Voting and Mail Ballot Drop-off Locations: For a full list, visit Early Voting Sites and Drop-off Locations.
Voting on Election Day:
Date: June 11.
Poll Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Vote Centers: Your sample ballot packet includes a listing of vote centers near you. You can also use the “Vote Center Locator” map tool at Clark County Elections.
Election Day Voting Locations: For a complete list, visit Election Day Voting Locations.
Important Dates:
May 22: Deadline for the start of mailing in-state ballots.
May 23: No sample ballots for newly registered voters (those who register on or after this date will not receive a sample ballot for the current election).
May 25 to June 7: Early voting period.
May 29 to June 11: Registration or updates to registration can only be done online. No sample ballot will be mailed, and you must vote in person.
June 11: Election Day.
June 14, 5 p.m.: Deadline for submitting ID and/or proof of residence for provisional ballots, if needed.
June 15, 5 p.m.: Deadline for receiving mail ballots returned via the post office.
June 17, 5 p.m.: Deadline for curing mail ballot signature issues.
June 21: Deadline for county commission canvass.
June 26: Deadline to demand a recount.
For continuous updates and detailed information, always refer to the official Clark County Election Department website or contact their office directly.
🏀 LVCVA Maintains Commitment to Aces Sponsorships Amid WNBA Investigation
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) remains committed to its $100,000 sponsorship deals with Las Vegas Aces players despite the WNBA’s investigation into the agreements. The league announced the probe less than a day after the sponsorship offers were revealed.
Aces forward Kierstan Bell addressed the situation on TikTok, clarifying that the players have not yet received any funds. "If you think I have $100,000 right now, you don’t understand how this works," Bell said during a livestream.
According to an LVCVA spokesperson, negotiations with each player and their agents are ongoing, and a formal contract signing event might be planned once details are finalized. The spokesperson emphasized that all involved parties, including the players and their agents, have agreed to the sponsorship terms.
LVCVA president and CEO Steve Hill, along with board members, surprised Aces players with the sponsorship offers in their locker room at Michelob Ultra Arena, a moment captured and shared on social media. Hill explained that the sponsorship requires players to participate in "mutually agreeable opportunities for appearances on [the city’s] behalf."
The WNBA's collective bargaining agreement prohibits third parties from paying players for "basketball services," necessitating the investigation to ensure compliance and to confirm that the Aces were not involved in the negotiations.
Aces coach Becky Hammon and the team have distanced themselves from the sponsorship deals, stating they had no involvement. Hill reiterated that the LVCVA followed proper procedures and that the sponsorship agreements are primarily marketing arrangements.
The LVCVA pitched the sponsorships just a week before the announcement, aiming to capitalize on the momentum of the women’s basketball season. Hill expects a significant return on the $1.2 million investment, noting the importance of timing the announcement to align with the Aces' recent successes and upcoming games.
🥛 Gong cha, World-Renowned Bubble Tea Brand, Makes Grand Entrance in Las Vegas Chinatown
The global sensation in the world of bubble tea, Gong cha, is set to open its first-ever store in Las Vegas Chinatown on Friday. With more than 225 locations in the United States and nearly 2,200 worldwide, the Taiwan-born boba tea shop has become a household name for bubble tea enthusiasts.
To mark this exciting occasion, Gong cha has planned a series of grand opening promotions. On Friday, customers can enjoy a buy-one-get-one-free offer on medium milk tea or yogurt drinks. The first 50 customers will also receive a free 2-liter branded Mega Mug, which has become a viral sensation on TikTok. The next 51 through 100 customers will receive a free 3D bubble tea keychain.
The celebrations will continue on Saturday and Sunday with another buy-one-get-one-free offer on medium milk tea or yogurt drinks, as well as a free 3D bubble tea keychain for the first 100 customers each day.
James Huh, co-franchisee with his daughter Erica Huh, expressed his excitement about bringing the world-famous brand to the local community. "We are proud to introduce one of the world's most famous bubble tea brands to our local community and hope to grow together," he said.
The new Gong cha store is located at 4215 Spring Mountain Road, Suite B106B, and will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The name "Gong cha" translates from Chinese as "tribute tea for the emperor," reflecting the brand's commitment to providing a royal tea experience for its customers.
For more information, visit the official Gong cha website at gongchausofficial.com.
🏠 Las Vegas Rental Rates Rise Amid National Trends and Local Supply Concerns
Rental rates in Las Vegas are increasing faster than the national average, according to new data from Redfin, despite local data suggesting rates are holding steady in 2024. A potential future supply shortage is creating uncertainty in the market.
While Sun Belt cities have experienced year-over-year drops in rental rates, Las Vegas is an exception, with rents rising 2.4 percent since the end of April, a 1.7 percent increase from last year. The median asking rent in Las Vegas is $1,505, compared to the national average of $1,648, which has risen 1.7 percent since last month and 1.1 percent year over year.
Colliers International, a brokerage with offices in Las Vegas, reports that local rental rates have remained "flat" this year. Jeffrey Swinger, Colliers’ executive vice president for multifamily investment sales, noted that the firm's projections have stayed consistent, with rental rates expected to increase by only 0.4 percent quarter over year. The current vacancy rate is around 6.8 percent, according to their first-quarter report.
However, Swinger highlighted concerns about the pipeline for new multifamily projects, which is expected to dry up after this year, potentially driving rents higher. Colliers’ report indicates strong supply and demand fundamentals for multifamily housing through 2025-2026, driven by a robust economy and challenges in starting new projects. Despite a slow market for sales due to capital market conditions, Colliers remains optimistic about the future performance of Las Vegas apartments.
In the first quarter of this year, the valley added 1,130 new apartment units, up from 543 units in the first quarter of 2023. Most of these new properties are in Henderson, North Las Vegas, and the Southwest. Currently, 6,625 multifamily units are under construction, with significant expansions in the southwest and Henderson submarkets.
Vacancy rates vary across the region, with east Las Vegas and Sunrise Manor having the highest rate at 7.6 percent, and the south valley the lowest at 5.1 percent. The southwest submarket has the highest average rental rate at $1,706, while the university/Strip area has the lowest at $1,218.
National Trends and Local Impact
Nationally, cities such as Austin, San Diego, Tampa Bay, Dallas, and Portland have seen significant drops in rental rates. Seattle leads with a 7.3 percent decrease from last year, followed by Austin (6.6 percent) and Nashville (5.9 percent).
Redfin senior economist Sheharyar Bokhari noted that the increase in housing supply in the Sun Belt has improved affordability for renters, a potential model for other cities facing housing affordability challenges. However, elevated mortgage rates are sustaining rental demand and prices. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate remains more than double the pandemic-era low of 2.65 percent, prompting some renters to delay home purchases due to high monthly payments.
💲 Allegiant Stadium Seeks 1,500 Part-timers for Raiders Games and More
Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas is set to host a significant hiring event next week, aimed at filling 1,500 part-time positions to support its diverse lineup of events, including Las Vegas Raiders games and other major gatherings. The event, scheduled for May 22 and 23, will offer potential employees the chance to interview for roles in various departments such as retail, food service, security, ticketing, guest services, custodial services, and parking.
Neumiia Duncan-Reed, the Vice President of Human Resources and Community Affairs at Allegiant Stadium, emphasized the importance of this recruitment drive, noting that it reflects the stadium's commitment to building a dedicated and enthusiastic team. The hiring drive is particularly crucial as the stadium not only hosts NFL games and UNLV football but also major concerts and private events.
The event is part of an ongoing effort to maintain a robust workforce; in 2023, the stadium achieved a 70% employee retention rate. This high retention rate is attributed to the positive work environment and the sense of community among the staff. Duncan-Reed highlighted the unity and camaraderie that come with being part of the stadium's team as key factors in their retention success.
Applicants are encouraged to bring their resumes and come prepared for onsite interviews, which will take place directly on the field at Allegiant Stadium. This recruitment initiative is a great opportunity for those looking to be involved in the exciting atmosphere of one of Las Vegas's premier venues. For more information, visit here.
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: May 17, 2024
Courtesy of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
📌🏠 Summerlin South - April 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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