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👮🏼♂️ Incident at Red Rock Resort Leaves Three Injured; Investigation Ongoing
Issue #241 - August 4, 2024
John Wu
04 Aug
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📆 Weekly Local Events for August 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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👮🏼♂️ Incident at Red Rock Resort Leaves Three Injured; Investigation Ongoing
In the early hours of Saturday, an altercation at the Red Rock Resort in Summerlin resulted in two stabbings and a shooting, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Details of the Incident
The violent incident occurred around 1:20 a.m. at Red Rock Resort, located at 11000 W. Charleston Blvd., just east of the 215 Beltway. All three injured individuals were transported to University Medical Center, with two reported to be in critical condition.
Eyewitness Account
Andrew Rothbart, a 48-year-old local resident, was present at the resort during the incident. Having attended a country music concert on Friday night, he was in the resort's Rouge Room when the violence broke out. Rothbart recounted that many patrons, particularly employees, were visibly traumatized by the events.
“Everybody got underneath the tables,” Rothbart said, describing the immediate reaction of those present. Upon leaving the Rouge Room around 1 a.m., he observed security personnel rushing in. He heard a loud bang shortly after and saw a person lying on the ground near the Lucky Penny restaurant, surrounded by police and security guards.
Official Statements
In response to the incident, Red Rock Resort's vice president and general manager, Scott Nelson, issued an internal statement to employees, acknowledging the traumatic nature of the event and offering counseling services to those affected. “We recognize that such a traumatic incident may create concerns of well-being, and some of our team members may need support in processing the event,” Nelson stated.
Nelson praised the resort's security team for their quick response, which he believes prevented the situation from escalating further. “While we are all shaken up by this random act of violence, we are grateful for the swift and decisive actions of our security team, which prevented a terrible incident from being much worse,” he said. Nelson also extended thoughts and prayers to the affected team members, wishing them a quick and complete recovery.
Investigation and Security Measures
While Rothbart did not witness the condition of the injured security guards, he expressed that the significant security presence made him feel relatively safe despite the circumstances. Rothbart mentioned hearing that a person had stabbed two security guards and was subsequently shot by a third security guard, though police have not confirmed these details.
The Metropolitan Police Department has stated that the investigation is ongoing, and no further information has been released beyond the initial news statement.
Conclusion
The violent incident at Red Rock Resort has left the community and resort employees shaken. As the investigation continues, Red Rock Resort is focusing on supporting its staff and ensuring their well-being through counseling services. The resort remains committed to maintaining a safe environment for its patrons and employees.
♥️ Largest Poker Room on the Las Vegas Strip Opens at The Venetian
The Venetian hotel-casino unveiled the largest poker room on the Las Vegas Strip this week, a 14,000-square-foot space named The Poker Room. This state-of-the-art facility features 50 live dealer tables, each equipped with USB and USB-C charging ports. Amenities include a self-service beverage station, dedicated restrooms, and kiosks for the casino's loyalty card program and sports betting.
Located on the second floor of the Grand Canal Shoppes, The Poker Room is designed to offer a premier experience for poker enthusiasts. Tommy LaRosa, director of poker operations at The Venetian, emphasized the room's player-centric design. "We want to create a destination that every poker player must play at and everybody in Las Vegas is going to want to play on a daily basis," he stated during the unveiling.
Grand Opening Ceremony
The ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday featured a mix of celebrities and Venetian executives participating in a ceremonial first hand of poker. Grammy-award-winning rapper Nelly and magician Shin Lim, who is set to start a residency at The Palazzo Theatre in October, joined Venetian’s president and CEO Patrick Nichols and chief financial officer Rob Brimmer at the table. The event also featured Scott Blumstein, the 2017 World Series of Poker main event winner, alongside poker pros Matt Berkey, Farah Galfond, Joey Ingram, and Jamie Kerstetter.
Guests and invited members of the Venetian Rewards program were treated to hors d'oeuvres, champagne, and live entertainment provided by a DJ. Attendees signed commemorative playing cards to mark the occasion.
LaRosa expressed his excitement and gratitude, highlighting the nearly two decades of work that culminated in the creation of The Poker Room. "I’m excited. I’m honored. I’m very appreciative of the leadership and the support that they’re giving us in poker. The things that they’ve invested in this room and the amenities that they put in for our players are second to none," he said.
Features and Future Plans
The Poker Room will host cash games and the DeepStack poker tournament series. The 2024 DeepStack Championship Poker Series concluded on July 31, but players can look forward to more tournaments in the future.
A notable upcoming feature is the addition of a streaming room, slated to be completed this year. This facility will allow players to coordinate vlogging sessions and enable the resort to stream tournament final tables and cash games, enhancing the visibility and appeal of The Poker Room.
The opening of The Poker Room at The Venetian marks a significant addition to the Las Vegas poker scene, offering an unparalleled experience for both casual players and seasoned professionals.
❎ Nevada Officials Seek Supreme Court Ruling on Election Certification Obligations
Nevada's Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar and Attorney General Aaron Ford have filed a motion urging the Nevada Supreme Court to confirm the legal obligations of county commissioners regarding the certification of election results. This action follows an incident where the Washoe County Commission initially failed to certify two vote counts in the June primary.
Background
In July, the Washoe County Commission, which oversees Nevada’s second most populous county, eventually certified the results of two local recounts. This decision came after the commission had previously voted against certification, prompting legal action.
Aguilar and Ford intervened by filing a petition in July, seeking clarification from the Nevada Supreme Court on the legal responsibilities of county commissioners to certify election results. The officials argue that even though the commission rectified its initial failure by certifying the results, the issue remains significant.
Statements from Officials
"While the Washoe County Board of Commissioners corrected their failure to canvass the recounted elections, their initial vote sent a dangerous message," Aguilar stated. "The Supreme Court must take up this issue and confirm the obligation of county commissioners to certify the votes of their constituents."
Aguilar emphasized the necessity of establishing a legal precedent to ensure that no elected official can deny the results of a legitimate election. He described the canvass of the vote as a "ministerial" act, which according to the Legal Information Institute, is a procedural action that must be performed without regard to an official’s personal judgment or discretion.
Ford echoed these sentiments, highlighting the potential consequences of not addressing the issue. "It is vital that the Court make a ruling confirming the legal obligation of county commissioners to canvass and certify election results," he said. "Otherwise, we run the risk of further voter disenfranchisement and the destabilization of Nevada and federal elections."
Implications
If the Nevada Supreme Court decides to take up the case and rules in favor of Aguilar and Ford, it could set a legal precedent for future election certifications. This ruling would clarify the obligations of county commissioners and other elected officials, ensuring the integrity and stability of election processes in Nevada.
The outcome of this legal motion holds significant importance, especially with the upcoming November elections. A clear legal directive from the Supreme Court could prevent similar issues and reinforce the procedural integrity of election certification in Nevada.
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Methodology & Disclaimers
Demographic data shown in this section was gathered from the latest U.S. Census Bureau release, the 2022 American Community Survey. The information is updated yearly, as soon as new data is made available by the US Census Bureau.
No representation, guarantee or warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness of information modified or aggregated for specific neighborhoods and/or zip codes.
Zip codes included in this demographic data: 89135
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: July 26, 2024
Courtesy of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
📌 🏠 Summerlin South - July 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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