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🐶 Clark County Moves Toward Tougher Regulations on Pet Breeding
Issue #248 - August 11, 2024
John Wu
11 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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🐶 Clark County Moves Toward Tougher Regulations on Pet Breeding
Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft is pushing for stricter regulations on illegal pet breeding, which officials believe is worsening the overpopulation crisis at local animal shelters. Naft highlighted the inadequacies in the current law, which lacks strong enforcement measures, at a recent County Commission meeting. He emphasized the need for legislation with "real teeth" to address the issue effectively.
Currently, the county issues "breeder/show" permits that require breeders to showcase their animals in official competitions annually. However, with fewer than 300 active permits, Naft is concerned about the prevalence of unregulated "backyard breeding" operations. Violators of the current law face $500 fines or must pay the cost of the animal if it was sold.
Naft suggested implementing harsher penalties, limiting the number of breeding licenses issued, and even considering a moratorium on new licenses. He also proposed using technology to identify illegal breeders, similar to the methods used to track short-term rental violations. This could involve monitoring online postings where pets are sold without proper permits.
The city of Las Vegas recently adopted regulations for breeders, including permit fees, mandatory reporting of animal injuries or deaths, and penalties for lawbreakers. These measures were introduced amid overpopulation issues at The Animal Foundation, a shelter funded by the county and neighboring cities.
In 2022, Clark County banned the sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and potbellied pigs at pet stores, a law that went into effect in December. Naft also proposed re-establishing an advisory committee to explore animal-related issues. Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick supported the call for stronger laws, stressing the importance of providing a safe environment for animals.
🏀 A’ja Wilson Leads U.S. to Historic Eighth Gold with 67-66 Victory Over France
A'ja Wilson led the U.S. women's basketball team to a narrow 67-66 victory over France at the Paris Olympics on Sunday, securing the team's eighth consecutive gold medal. Wilson scored 21 points in a game that proved to be the most challenging of the U.S. team's remarkable 61-game Olympic winning streak.
The victory broke the American men’s record of seven consecutive golds, setting a new standard for dominance in Olympic basketball. The win came just a day after the U.S. men’s team also defeated France in their title game, marking the first time in Olympic history that both gold medal games featured the same two nations.
The game was decided in the final seconds. With the U.S. leading 67-64 and just 3.9 seconds remaining, France's Gabby Williams banked in a two-point shot over Breanna Stewart, narrowing the margin to one. A brief delay ensued as officials confirmed the shot's point value, after which the Americans celebrated their hard-fought victory while the French players stood in disbelief.
Williams, who scored 19 points, had hit a crucial 3-pointer moments earlier to bring France within one point before Kahleah Copper sealed the game with two free throws for the U.S.
🎰 DraftKings' New Surcharge Plan Sparks Outrage at Bet Bash Conference
DraftKings' plan to implement a surcharge on winning wagers in states with high sports betting tax rates sparked significant debate at Bet Bash, a sports betting networking conference held at Circa. The surcharge, announced by DraftKings CEO Jason Robins on August 1, will see a 3.2% deduction from winning bets in Illinois, where the tax on sports betting recently increased from 15% to 40%. The plan, which is set to begin next year, has drawn criticism from professional bettors and bookmakers alike.
Critics at the conference, including longtime professional bettor Alan "Boston" Dvorkis, strongly opposed the surcharge. Dvorkis argued that the additional fee would make it nearly impossible for bettors to turn a profit, as they would need to win 53.3% of their wagers to break even, up from the traditional 52.4%. This change has led to concerns that bettors might return to offshore sportsbooks, which typically offer more favorable terms.
The move is part of a broader strategy by DraftKings to apply similar surcharges in states with tax rates exceeding 20%, such as Pennsylvania, Vermont, and New York. The approach has raised concerns about the future of the sports betting industry, with some experts warning that it could drive customers away from legal betting platforms.
At Bet Bash, veteran Las Vegas bookmakers like Chris Andrews of South Point and Vinny Magliulo of Gaughan Gaming emphasized the importance of maintaining a respectful relationship between bettors and bookmakers, a practice they describe as "the Nevada way." They argued that Nevada's model, which offers a fair hold percentage and respects successful bettors, contrasts sharply with the practices of newer, national sportsbooks.
The controversy has prompted calls for greater oversight by state gaming regulators to ensure fair treatment of customers in the rapidly growing sports betting industry. Without such oversight, experts warn, the industry could face significant challenges as bettors seek out more favorable conditions elsewhere.
❎ Nevada Welcomes Harris and Walz as 2024 Democratic Ticket
Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz made their debut as the likely 2024 Democratic presidential ticket at a rally in Las Vegas, Nevada. Held at UNLV's Thomas & Mack Center, the event drew an estimated crowd of 14,000 people, marking the culmination of their five-day tour of battleground states. Harris, who has visited Nevada multiple times this year, drew her largest crowd yet, energizing the audience with a combative message aimed at former President Donald Trump, challenging him on issues of fundamental freedoms.
The rally featured passionate speeches from both Harris and Walz, contrasting their platform with the Republican ticket of Trump and Ohio Senator J.D. Vance. Harris emphasized her record on issues like immigration and the economy, promising to fight for comprehensive reforms and to continue supporting working families. Walz, newly introduced as Harris's running mate, shared his background and commitment to issues important to Nevadans, such as personal freedoms and economic opportunities.
The crowd's enthusiasm was evident, with attendees expressing excitement over the new ticket, particularly in contrast to President Biden, who stepped down from the race earlier this year. Despite the intense heat, thousands gathered, with many unable to enter the venue due to capacity limits.
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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: August 2, 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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