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📈 Nevada Sees Significant Rise in Unemployment Claims, Up 26% from Last Year
Issue #183 - June 7, 2024
John Wu
07 Jun
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📆 Weekly Local Events for June 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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📈 Nevada Sees Significant Rise in Unemployment Claims, Up 26% from Last Year
A recent report by WalletHub indicates that Nevada has experienced a significant increase in unemployment claims. The state saw a 3.08% rise compared to the previous week and a more than 26% increase from the same period last year. Nevada ranked seventh nationally for increased unemployment claims, with North Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa showing the largest increases. In contrast, Utah, Kentucky, and Ohio had the lowest increases.
Detailed Summary:
Report Source: WalletHub
Nevada's Increase in Unemployment Claims:
Weekly Increase: 3.08%
Yearly Increase: Over 26%
National Ranking: Nevada ranked #7 for increased unemployment claims.
States with the Biggest Increases:
Top Three: North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa
States with the Lowest Increases: Utah, Kentucky, Ohio
❎ 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.
🏒 Golden Knights’ Jack Eichel Featured in New NHL Docuseries on Prime Video
Golden Knights center Jack Eichel will be featured in an upcoming NHL docuseries on Prime Video, produced by Box to Box Films. The series will offer in-depth interviews and an inside look at the lives of NHL stars on and off the ice. Other players include Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Matthew Tkachuk, Quinn Hughes, and Jacob Trouba. This series aims to capture both the dynamic action and personal dramas of the sport.
Detailed Summary:
Series Overview:
Platform: Prime Video
Production: Box to Box Films, known for “Drive to Survive” on Netflix.
Focus: Behind-the-scenes look at NHL stars' lives on and off the ice.
Players Featured:
Jack Eichel (Golden Knights)
Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers)
Leon Draisaitl (Edmonton Oilers)
Matthew Tkachuk (Florida Panthers)
Quinn Hughes (Vancouver Canucks)
Jacob Trouba (New York Rangers)
Producer’s Vision:
Statement by Paul Martin (Box to Box Films): The series aims to balance the energetic action of the Stanley Cup Final with the personal drama off the ice, showcasing the beauty, skill, and intensity of hockey.
NHL and Amazon Collaboration:
Previous Projects:
“All Or Nothing: Toronto Maple Leafs” (2021 season)
Documentaries: “Chosen One: Alexandre Daigle” and “Saving Sakic”
NHL’s Perspective: Steve Mayer, NHL’s chief content officer, expressed enthusiasm for the series, highlighting its potential to bring the excitement of the NHL season and Stanley Cup playoffs to a global audience.
✈️ Southwest and Allegiant Air Boost Flights for Las Vegas NFL and College Football Games
Southwest Airlines is adding 42 new flights focused around NFL games for the 2024 season, with specific routes to and from Las Vegas. These flights cater to fans attending games at Allegiant Stadium featuring the Las Vegas Raiders. This follows a similar strategy by Allegiant Air, which also announced additional flights for key games.
Detailed Summary:
Southwest Airlines Announcement:
New Flights: 42 additional flights for NFL games during the 2024 season.
Las Vegas-Specific Flights:
Sept. 29: Raiders vs. Cleveland Browns
Oct. 13: Raiders vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Oct. 27: Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Dec. 16: Raiders vs. Atlanta Falcons
Allegiant Air's Announcement:
Additional flights to Las Vegas for games against the Browns and Chiefs.
Previous Southwest Announcement:
In May, Southwest added round-trip flights between New Orleans and Las Vegas for fans attending the Vegas Kickoff Classic on Sept. 1, featuring LSU vs. USC.
🎰 Palms General Manager Cynthia Kiser Murphey Resigns to Spend Time with Family
Cynthia Kiser Murphey, the General Manager of the Palms casino, announced her resignation to spend more time with family out of state. Her last day will be June 30. Kiser Murphey played a key role in reopening the Palms after a two-year closure due to the pandemic. The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, who own the Palms, expressed gratitude for her leadership. No interim leader has been announced.
Detailed Summary:
Resignation Announcement:
Position: General Manager of the Palms
Last Day: June 30
Reason: To spend time with family and explore other opportunities.
Kiser Murphey's Contributions:
Reopening Efforts: Instrumental in relaunching the Palms after its closure during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leadership Role: Joined the Palms' leadership in September 2021, following its purchase by the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians.
Background:
Previous Roles:
President and COO of New York-New York (2008-2020)
Senior VP of MGM Mirage Human Resources
CEO of a large benefits fund
Education: Alumna and former adjunct professor at UNLV's hospitality program.
Statements:
Cynthia Kiser Murphey: Expressed pride in the Palms' successful reopening and hospitality level, emphasizing her decision was personal, not professional.
San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority: Praised her leadership and impact on the property's success and highlighted her as a role model for women in the industry.
Future Plans:
Kiser Murphey: Not retiring, but plans to explore new opportunities and projects after taking some time to decide her next steps.
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: May 24, 2024
Courtesy of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
📌🏠 Summerlin South - May 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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