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🚧 Flamingo Road Bridge Reopens After Modifications Ahead of Las Vegas Grand Prix
Issue #320 - October 22, 2024
John Wu
22 Oct
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📆 Weekly Local Events for October 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
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: 7PM (Every week on Tuesday), FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @rundrinklv FOR THE LATEST WEATHER/TIMING UPDATES
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)
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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🚧 Flamingo Road Bridge Reopens After Modifications Ahead of Las Vegas Grand Prix
The Flamingo Road bridge over Koval Lane, a key but contentious piece of infrastructure for the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix, reopened on Saturday evening following a six-day closure. The intersection’s temporary bridge, scaled down from its previous version, opened to traffic around 5 p.m. as part of efforts to reduce its impact on local businesses and residents.
Modifications to Address Community Concerns
Last year’s bridge setup featured four lanes—two in each direction—but drew widespread criticism and led to multiple lawsuits from local businesses affected by restricted access. In response, race officials made significant adjustments for this year’s event.
“We listened to suggestions from properties surrounding the circuit and received comments from the local community regarding traffic patterns during last year’s race week, both of which informed adjustments in our circuit installation and dismantling plans for this year’s race,” said Lori Nelson-Kraft, senior vice president of corporate affairs for the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
This year, the temporary bridge has been reduced to two lanes, entirely positioned on the south side of Flamingo Road. The setup includes two eastbound lanes—one left-turn lane and one right-turn lane—allowing access to northbound and southbound Koval Lane. Westbound traffic on Flamingo Road will continue to use the three surface lanes ahead of race week. The changes aim to maintain access for surrounding businesses and residences while still accommodating race infrastructure.
Race Week Operations and Earlier Dismantling Schedule
The bridge will serve as a critical access point during the Las Vegas Grand Prix from November 20-23, operating with one lane in each direction to ensure emergency and essential services can move freely within the resort corridor. Notably, this year’s bridge will be dismantled sooner than last year’s, with plans to remove it between December 15-21. This earlier removal, which will require a full closure of the intersection, contrasts with last year’s bridge, which remained in place until February 1.
The previous extended bridge installation, along with other race-related roadwork lasting nine months, led to legal action from businesses like Ellis Island, Stage Door Casino, and Battista’s Hole in the Wall, who claimed they suffered significant financial losses due to restricted access. Ellis Island, for instance, alleged millions in lost revenue as a result of the limited access. Despite holding a spectator zone last year, the business has not announced similar plans for this year’s event.
Continued Concerns from Local Businesses
Despite the bridge’s downsizing, some local business representatives remain skeptical. Lisa Mayo-Deriso, a spokesperson for the affected establishments, expressed ongoing concerns about the impact on traffic flow and accessibility in the area. “It is still an impediment to traffic flow and access,” Mayo-Deriso stated when the smaller bridge plans were initially unveiled in June.
Race Track Buildout and Road Closures
With the Flamingo bridge installation complete, construction crews are now focusing on the rest of the 3.8-mile Grand Prix circuit. The track will run along key public roadways, including Las Vegas Boulevard, Koval Lane, and Sands and Harmon Avenues. To minimize disruptions, most of the work occurs overnight.
Lighting Installation: Lighting rigs have been installed along Harmon, Koval, and Sands Avenues, with work on Las Vegas Boulevard expected to conclude by November 1. The Strip will see two lanes closed for lighting work from midnight to 9 a.m., Monday through Friday, while Sands Avenue has one lane closed in each direction around the clock.
Barrier Installation: Barriers are now in place on Harmon Avenue, with work moving to Koval Lane this week. Koval will have two lanes closed overnight from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. for barrier installation.
Bellagio Fountain Club Buildout: The buildout continues in front of the Bellagio, with two southbound lanes and the sidewalk in front of the Fountains at Bellagio closed until November 11 to accommodate construction.
Staying Informed on Traffic Impacts
To keep residents and drivers updated on traffic disruptions related to the circuit’s setup, the Las Vegas Grand Prix offers a dedicated traffic website: transportation.f1lasvegasgp.com. Additionally, motorists can sign up for text alerts through Clark County by texting F1LV to 31996, receiving twice-weekly updates to stay informed about ongoing construction and road closures.
🏒 Golden Knights Adjust Defense, Aim to End Losing Streak at Home
The Golden Knights are making adjustments to their defensive lineup after a challenging three-game road trip that yielded only one point. Despite the recent struggles, the team is not panicking but instead returning to familiar defensive pairs in an effort to regain stability and improve performance.
At Monday’s practice, the Knights reinstated several well-known pairings. Noah Hanifin was partnered with Alex Pietrangelo, while Shea Theodore moved back to the right side alongside Brayden McNabb, his longtime partner. The third pairing reunited Nic Hague with Zach Whitecloud.
“We haven’t been good back there,” acknowledged coach Bruce Cassidy. While Cassidy didn’t place all the blame for the team’s defensive woes on the blue line, he hopes these changes will help the team as they begin a four-game homestand against the Los Angeles Kings.
Defensive Pairing Performance and Adjustments
Throughout the first six games, the Knights have allowed four goals in four separate matches. The coaching staff is looking to address these defensive shortcomings by reestablishing pairs that have shown chemistry in the past.
When Theodore and Pietrangelo shared the ice at five-on-five during the first six games, the Knights were outscored 6-5. Similarly, the pairing of Hanifin and Hague was outscored 5-4 during their time together. On the other hand, McNabb and Whitecloud’s pair outscored opponents 5-2 but faced a shot deficit of 90-63.
The Knights believe the familiarity between these pairs will allow them to find their rhythm quickly. Theodore and McNabb have played together for most of their eight years with the Knights, while Hague and Whitecloud have a partnership dating back to their days with the AHL’s Chicago Wolves. Hanifin and Pietrangelo also have a history, playing seven games together last season before Pietrangelo’s appendicitis sidelined him. They were effective, helping the team outscore opponents 6-5 in their time on the ice.
“There’s really no newness to what we’re doing, so it’s not like panic and throw everything against the wall,” Cassidy explained, emphasizing that the changes are intended to restore stability rather than overhaul the system.
Hanifin’s Performance and Defensive Focus
One player who may benefit from these adjustments is Noah Hanifin. The 28-year-old defenseman, who signed an eight-year extension in April, has struggled early in the season, with only one assist through six games and a minus-3 rating at five-on-five. Hanifin emphasized the need for improvement, particularly in how the defense handles rush situations. The team’s recent losses, including a 4-3 defeat to the Tampa Bay Lightning and a 4-3 overtime loss to the Florida Panthers, were attributed to defensive breakdowns.
“It’s a long season, and sometimes when you lose a couple in a row, there’s something to look at,” Hanifin said. “We have a pretty veteran (defense) core back there. I think we all know we can take it up a notch.”
Hanifin also noted that the Knights strayed from their good habits on the road, despite starting the season with a 3-0-0 record. He sees the homestand as an opportunity to reset and get back on track, especially with three upcoming games against Pacific Division opponents.
“Sometimes it’s good to play with somebody new and freshen it up. But it’s up to us individually,” Hanifin added. “We’ve just lost three games in a row. Everybody has to play better.”
Injury Updates: Karlsson and Olofsson
As the Knights work to bounce back, the team is also managing injuries. Center William Karlsson, who has been out since training camp with an undisclosed injury, returned to practice Monday in a non-contact jersey. While his return marks progress, coach Bruce Cassidy confirmed Karlsson would not be ready to play in Tuesday’s game against the Kings. “Not ready yet, but (Karlsson's) a step closer, which is good,” Cassidy said.
Meanwhile, right wing Victor Olofsson remains sidelined with a lower-body injury sustained in the Knights' 4-2 loss to the Washington Capitals on October 15. Olofsson, who signed a one-year deal with the Knights in July, has been a key player early in the season, scoring three goals, including two on the power play. The team considers him week-to-week, and he has missed the last two games.
Outlook: A Chance to Rebound at Home
With the adjustments to the defensive lineup and the return of Karlsson to practice, the Knights are aiming to turn things around during their upcoming homestand. The team is focused on correcting mistakes and regaining momentum as they face crucial division rivals. By reverting to familiar pairings and emphasizing better defensive execution, the Knights hope to capitalize on their home ice advantage and stop their losing streak.
📺 How to Watch the Vegas Golden Knights: 2024-25 TV and Streaming Guide
As the Vegas Golden Knights head into their 2024-25 NHL season, fans may be wondering where and how to watch their favorite team in action. With 70 games airing locally and 12 on national television, the Golden Knights will be available to viewers across various platforms. Additionally, all games will be available on the radio via KKGK (98.9 FM, 1340 AM). Here’s a comprehensive guide to help fans stay up to date with where to catch the Knights this season:
Local Broadcasts: Vegas 34 and KnightTime+
For the second consecutive year, the Golden Knights’ local TV partner is Scripps Sports. This means that 70 of the 82 regular-season games will be broadcast locally on Vegas 34, which can be accessed with an antenna on channel 34.1. This channel is also available on Cox and DirecTV, though Dish Network no longer carries it.
Additionally, all local games will be available on the team’s streaming service, KnightTime+, which offers a convenient option for fans who prefer to watch games on their mobile devices or smart TVs. A season pass for KnightTime+ costs $69.99 and is available on various platforms including iOS, Android, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, and Vizio devices.
National TV Coverage
The Golden Knights will appear on national television 12 times this season, spread across ESPN, TNT, ABC, and streaming platforms like ESPN+ and Hulu. Here’s a breakdown of those national broadcasts:
ESPN — 4 Games
ESPN, one of the NHL’s national TV partners, will air four Knights games this season.
Fans can watch ESPN on Cox (30), DirecTV (206), and Dish (140). It is also available on streaming services such as YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu, and fuboTV.
TNT — 5 Games
TNT will air five Knights games, including the season opener against the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday.
TNT is available on Cox (18), DirecTV (245), and Dish (138). In addition to the live broadcast, TNT games will be available on Max, a streaming service that offers a free sports add-on for a limited time. Three of the games will also have alternate broadcasts on truTV.
Out-of-market fans can watch the March 16 game in Detroit on TNT, but Southern Nevada fans will have to tune into Vegas 34 or KnightTime+.
ESPN+ and Hulu — 2 Games
The Knights’ games against the Edmonton Oilers on Dec. 3 and the Dallas Stars on Jan. 28 will only be available on ESPN+ and Hulu.
ESPN+ subscriptions start at $10.99 per month, while Hulu plans start at $7.99 per month. Both services are available on smart TVs, computers, gaming consoles like Xbox and PlayStation, and other streaming devices.
ABC — 2 Games
ABC will air two Golden Knights games: Feb. 8 at Boston and March 22 against Detroit. Both games will also be available on ESPN+.
How to Listen: Radio Broadcasts
Fans can also listen to every Golden Knights game on the radio via KKGK (98.9 FM, 1340 AM), with play-by-play from Jason Horowitz and analysis from Lincoln Kennedy.
Summary: Your Go-To Guide
70 local games on Vegas 34 and KnightTime+
4 games on ESPN
5 games on TNT (plus truTV for alternate broadcasts and Max streaming)
2 games on ESPN+ and Hulu
2 games on ABC (also available on ESPN+)
Radio: All games available on KKGK (98.9 FM, 1340 AM)
With a mix of over-the-air, cable, streaming, and radio options, Golden Knights fans will have plenty of ways to follow the action throughout the 2024-25 season.
🍔 New Smash Burger Joint 'With Love, Always' Debuts in Las Vegas’ Centennial Hills
Drew Belcher and Kevin Whelan, two of the founders of the popular Sorry, Not Sorry Creamery, have expanded their culinary ventures with the opening of a new smash burger restaurant, With Love, Always, located on North Durango Drive in Centennial Hills. The duo teamed up with Damian Ocampo, a well-known social media food personality, who previously partnered with Whelan in 2021 to launch a parking lot pop-up that ultimately evolved into the current restaurant.
“It’s our love letter to Las Vegas,” Belcher said, explaining the inspiration behind the restaurant’s name.
Burgers, Fries, and Soft Serve
The menu at With Love, Always features fresh, never-frozen beef patties that are formed daily and smashed on a flat-top grill, creating a perfectly caramelized crust.
The Classic burger comes with American cheese, pickles, onions, and the restaurant's signature Love sauce. The All-American, inspired by McDonald’s, features American cheese, pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard. The S.O.B. (Smashed Onion Burger) includes white onions smashed into the patty and topped with American cheese, pickles, and Love sauce.
Additional toppings like hot chilis, grilled onions, jalapeños, and bacon are also available, all served on a lightly griddled Martin’s potato roll.
Fries are cooked in wagyu beef tallow and can be ordered plain or loaded with American cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, and Love sauce. For those wanting a unique twist, there’s an option to top a bed of fries with a smash burger and various toppings.
For dessert, With Love, Always keeps it simple with soft-serve ice cream, available plain or dipped.
Grand Opening Celebration
With Love, Always will host its grand opening party at 6 p.m. on Saturday. The event will feature several special offers and giveaways:
The first five guests in line will receive free combo meals (a burger, fries, and drink) once a week for a year.
The first 25 customers will get free merchandise.
The first 100 attendees will receive a complimentary combo meal.
Additionally, there will be a raffle with prizes including televisions, a PlayStation 5, and $100 gift cards.
The restaurant’s decor also pays homage to Las Vegas history, with a red-tiled bathroom decorated with framed images highlighting key figures and events from the city’s past.
With Love, Always is located at 6441 N. Durango Drive, Suite 140, and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, visit eatwithlovealways.com or follow @eatwithlovealways on social media.
🏚️ Las Vegas Rents Drop as New Apartments Flood Market
The Las Vegas Valley is experiencing a decline in rental rates as a surge in new apartment construction increases supply, according to a recent report by Redfin. The median asking rent for all bedroom types in the area was $1,475 at the end of September, marking a 1.5 percent decrease from August. Despite this decline, rental prices remain 1.7 percent higher than in September of the previous year. The trend in Las Vegas is reflective of broader patterns seen across the Sun Belt, where several cities are witnessing significant month-over-month drops in rental rates, including Jacksonville, Florida (-11.3 percent), Raleigh, North Carolina (-10.6 percent), and San Diego (-10.4 percent).
Varying Rental Trends Across the U.S.
Redfin's senior economist, Sheharyar Bokhari, noted that rental rates are fluctuating significantly across the country depending on local housing market dynamics. “Rents remain stable nationally, but could look very different depending on where you live in the country,” Bokhari explained. He emphasized that in regions such as the East Coast and the Midwest, where there has been less new construction, rental prices continue to rise. In contrast, Sun Belt cities that saw a construction boom following the pandemic are now experiencing rapid declines in rental rates due to an oversupply of units.
Las Vegas Building Boom: Supply Meets Demand
Las Vegas is currently adding a record number of new apartment units, a result of the wave of pandemic-era financing that initiated a building surge in the city. However, this rapid development may be short-lived. Jeffrey Swinger, an executive vice president for multifamily investment sales with Colliers International, mentioned in a previous interview that the construction pipeline will taper off significantly after this year. “We’re probably going to have a period of about two years where nothing is built, so it’s going to get even worse,” Swinger said, suggesting that the market could tighten again in the future if new construction pauses.
Concessions Rise as Vacancy Rates Increase
With more units available than ever, apartment complexes across the Las Vegas Valley are offering substantial concessions to attract renters. Some properties are providing multiple months of free rent to combat rising vacancy rates and lure in tenants. These incentives reflect a growing trend among property owners to compete aggressively as they face an increasingly saturated market.
Redfin’s report also highlighted that asking rents for newly constructed apartments nationwide dropped in the second quarter of 2023 to their lowest level in over two years. “Monthly asking rents for new apartments hit a peak of $1,889 in the first quarter of 2022, but have trailed off since, as the number of newly constructed apartments shot up,” the report stated. Apartment completions in the first quarter of this year rose 18.7 percent year-over-year, reaching the highest level in over a decade.
Implications of the Supply Surge
Bokhari attributed the drop in rent prices to the classic economic principle of supply and demand. “Rents for new apartments will likely fall a little more this year, because there are still a ton of new buildings being completed,” he noted. In many booming cities like Dallas and Nashville, property owners are finding it necessary to lower rents and offer additional perks, such as free parking, to attract tenants. For renters in these markets, opportunities for discounts and deals are becoming more common.
Comparing National Rental Trends
While Sun Belt cities like Las Vegas are seeing decreases in rental rates due to oversupply, other parts of the country are experiencing the opposite trend. Cities with the most significant rental rate increases year-over-year include Washington, D.C. (up 12 percent), Virginia Beach, Virginia (11.3 percent), and Cleveland (11.1 percent). These regions have not experienced the same level of building activity as their Sun Belt counterparts, resulting in higher demand and rising rents.
Rental Affordability a Key Issue for Voters
Redfin also conducted a survey of renters, revealing that housing affordability is a major concern for many as the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches. According to the survey, 31.6 percent of respondents ranked housing affordability as one of their top three issues. The survey also noted that voters supporting Vice President Kamala Harris were slightly more likely to prioritize this issue than those backing former President Donald Trump, highlighting the importance of housing policy in the upcoming election.
Outlook for Las Vegas Rentals
As Las Vegas continues to manage the influx of new apartment units, rental rates may further adjust. The current wave of incentives, including free months of rent and other perks, is expected to persist as property owners compete for tenants in a crowded market. However, as the construction pipeline slows down in the coming years, vacancy rates may decline, and rental rates could stabilize or even rise again if supply tightens.
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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: October 11, 2024
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📌 🏠 Summerlin South - September 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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