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IN THIS ISSUE

WEEK IN REVIEW WEEK AHEAD EVENTS TO FOLLOW AND NEWS YOU MISSED

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3 A.M. in Vegas: Our vibrant 24-hour city Health & Wellness: It’s not too late for a flu shot Your Neon Reverb fest guide, EBC’s new party & more Food & Drink: Bavette’s heats up Park MGM News: The Mint 400’s 50th anniversary Sports: Chatting with NFL great Terrell Owens VEGAS INC: One physical therapist’s quest to heal

STORIES FROM LAST WEEK One down, 49 to go Washington became the first state to enact its own net-neutrality requirements, possibly setting up a legal fight with the Trump administration. The state’s regulation is at odds with the Federal Communications Commission’s December vote to gut U.S. rules aimed at preventing broadband companies from exercising more control over what people access on the internet.

Waffling witness Sam Nunberg spent much of March 5 telling cable news anchors that he would not cooperate with special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation into Russian tampering with the U.S. presidential election in 2016, despite having been subpoenaed. Return of Sharron Angle The tea party darling who failed to unseat former U.S. Sen. Harry Reid in 2010 has filed her formal candidacy papers to challenge Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., for his 2nd Congressional District seat. Angle lost in a Republican primary bid for the Senate in 2016.

Driver Clint Bowyer (14) takes a pit stop during the NASCAR Pennzoil 400 race March 4 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Kevin Harvick dominated the race, leading 214 of the 267 laps on his way to winning. (Wade Vandervort/Staff)

Clutch combine Will Hernandez, a guard from Texas-El Paso who graduated from Chaparral High, turned in an exceptional performance at the NFL scouting combine. His 37 reps of 225 pounds were best among offensive linemen.

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DOES RIDE-HAILING INCREASE CONGESTION IN LAS VEGAS?

70 YEARS OF STRIP ARCHITECTURE ONE 4D CITYSCAPE TIME PUZZLE Containing more than 1,200 puzzle pieces and 43 scale-model casino replicas, this combination of traditional and 3D puzzle lets players travel through time and see the Strip in different iterations of pre- and post-implosion glory. Puzzlers first assemble a flat map of Las Vegas and then build onward through time. It begins in 1946 and ends in 2015; refer to the included timeline poster for scale drawings of the casinos. When complete, the skyline is 27 inches long, 17 inches wide and 3 inches tall. The puzzle makers have also given the 4D treatment to LA, Tokyo, Paris, London, Dubai, Ancient Egypt, Game of Thrones’ Westeros, Batman’s Gotham City and Disneyland. $40, 4dcityscape.com. –C. Moon Reed

THE BATTLE AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING CONTINUES iEmpathize, a nonprofit dedicated to ending human trafficking, will premier its documentary Be Relentless about Norma Bastidas, a survivor of human trafficking who broke the Guinness World Record for the longest triathlon in recorded history. The event is free to the public. The documentary will premiere Monday, March 12 at the Smith Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. To reserve tickets, or learn more visit: iempathize.org/th_event/ las-vegas-premiere-of-berelentless. –Camalot Todd

Northern white rhinoceroses that remain in existence. The last male is ill, threatening hopes that the species can be saved from extinction by mating him with two surviving females.

Last week, the Associated Press reported that Uber and Lyft could actually make traffic worse, not better. Researchers in Boston found that the convenience and low cost of ride-hailing led commuters to choose it over mass transit, biking or walking. Could the same be true in Las Vegas? The Nevada Department of Transportation doesn’t think so. Officials have seen improved traffic conditions since Uber and Lyft have become ubiquitous in Las Vegas. Fatal vehicle crashes decreased by 3.5 percent last year, even as visitor numbers and miles traveled increased, according to NDOT. It’s too soon to say if ride-hailing has directly reduced impaired driving, but improved safety is always a positive. Why the difference between the results in Boston and Las Vegas? Perhaps it’s because to Las Vegas is already such a car town. People here are trading personal cars for ride-hailing, not giving up subway passes. Either way, NDOT is bullish on the future of ride-hailing in Las Vegas. “We view ridehailing as the evolution of carpooling, carrying more people using fewer cars for better air quality, fuel savings and reduced vehicle wear-and-tear,” says Tony Illia, a spokesman for NDOT. “It’s safer and less stressful, too, with fewer cars cutting in-and-out.” –C. Moon Reed

THE WEEK IN TRUMP TWEETS

■ “Good (Great) meeting in the Oval Office tonight with the NRA!” (March 1) ■ “Alec Baldwin, whose dying mediocre career was saved by his terrible impersonation of me on SNL, now says playing me was agony. Alec, it was agony for those who were forced to watch. Bring back Darrell Hammond, funnier and a far greater talent!” (March 2) ■ “If the E.U. wants to further increase their already massive tariffs and barriers on U.S. companies doing business there, we will simply apply a Tax on their Cars which freely pour into the U.S. They make it impossible for our cars (and more) to sell there. Big trade imbalance!” (March 3) ■ “Why did the Obama Administration start an investigation into the Trump Campaign (with zero proof of wrongdoing) long before the Election in November? Wanted to discredit so Crooked H would win. Unprecedented. Bigger than Watergate! Plus, Obama did NOTHING about Russian meddling.” (March 5) ■ “Lowest rated Oscars in HISTORY. Problem is, we don’t have Stars anymore - except your President (just kidding, of course)!” (March 6)

NO POT LOUNGES UNTIL 2019 While private “consumption clubs” have popped up recently in Colorado and Massachusetts, representatives from the Clark County Commission and Las Vegas City Council said Valley jurisdictions would take a wait-and-see approach instead of joining in immediately. “I would love to open (lounges) tomorrow, but I don’t want to jeopardize the people who have put millions of dollars and effort into doing the right thing with these businesses,” City Councilwoman Michele Fiore said. “It’s a slow process, and we have to make sure it’s completely figured out in Carson City.”

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HOW THEY COUNT Spotify’s lists are based on number of times streamed. Billboard’s charts are based on sales data, radio airplay and streaming activity.

WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DOES THE WORLD LISTEN TO?

EXPLORING THE TOP TRACKS OF 2017, EARLY 2018 AND THE GLOBE

Divide Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran

BY WEEKLY STAFF

For decades, scientists have attempted to figure out why we like the music we like. One school of thought states that humans gravitate toward particular frequencies. Another indicates that preferences are deeper manifestations of an individual’s psychological or emotional state. A final theory ties preferences to geographic region or culture. According to a study conducted by the National Institutes of Health, each of these theories may be at play. “Music is multifaceted: It is composed of specific auditory properties, communicates emotions, and has strong social connotations. … Curiously, however, we know very little about why it is so important.” And as globalization and technology advance, music is shared at a much greater pace than ever before, breaking down barriers, expanding our options and further complicating these theories. While we can’t identify the moods of every individual streaming music, we can examine overarching trends at given points in time. Below is a look at the world’s most distinct regional preferences for the week of March 5, along with top charts and trends in the U.S. WHAT MUSIC IS DISTINCTIVE TO LAS VEGAS? Music-streaming giant Spotify offers a unique Musical Map of the World, an interactive data set that updates weekly and lists the music most distinctive to dozens of cities and countries around the globe— songs that are enjoyed in each locale far more frequently than in other places. See for yourself at https://insights.spotify.com/ us/2016/12/07/musical-map-ofthe-world-2-0/

Here are some of the songs Las Vegas Valley residents were listening to and sharing the week of March 5:

Lady Gaga

Coldplay

BY 2020 … an estimated 220 million people worldwide are expected to subscribe to a musicstreaming service, according to Statista, an online statistics portal.

1 “Lolo Felix,” Aresenal Efectivo 2 “Lost in Love,” Nastyboy Klick 3 “Vida Peligrosa,” Aresenal Efectivo 4 “Angel Baby,” Rosie & The Originals 5 “Me and You,” Brenton Wood 6 “Summer Nights,” Lil Rob 7 “A**hole,” Mike Sherm 8 “Ignorance” by King Lil G 9 “Grow Up,” King Lil G ft. Chikk 10 “I Like the Way You Love Me,” Brenton Wood

DISTINCT MUSIC IN OTHER COUNTRI AUSTRALIA “Confidence,” Ocean Alley “God’s Plan,” Drake

UNITED KINGDOM “Rapper,” Hardy Caprio “Make Me Feel,” Janelle Monae

MEXICO “Amorfoda,” Bad Bunny “Tantas Veces,” Aleman, Yung Sarria

BRAZIL “O Sol,” Vitor Kley “Black Widow’s Web,” Angra

NORTH AMERICA “Soldier of Love,” Poesy “Psycho,” Post Malone ft. Ty Dolla $ign

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SPOTIFY’S TOP-STREAMING ALBUMS OF 2017 & BILLBOARD’S TOP ALBUMS OF 2017

Music streaming is a $4 billion-a-year business. But the technology has more than a few critics, with many of the artists who populate the channels at the top of the list. The amount of money that performers earn through streaming is minuscule compared with the revenue they receive from other media.

ARTIST PAY FROM STREAMING SERVICES DAMN. Kendrick Lamar

Stoney Post Malone

Starboy The Weeknd

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More Life Drake

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Taylor Swift

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Kendrick Lamar

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Bruno Mars

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SPOTIFY’S MOST-STREAMED GROUPS OF 2017 & BILLBOARD’S TOP GROUPS OF 2017 CONTRIBUTORS’ CUTS FROM STREAMED MUSIC 25% 20%

Imagine Dragons

Maroon 5

Linkin Park

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The Chainsmokers 40%

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SIGNED ARTISTS 25 percent: Distributor/retailer 55 percent: Label 20 percent: Artist

UNSIGNED ARTISTS 40 percent: Distributor/retailer 60 percent: Artist

SPOTIFY’S TOP-STREAMING SONGS OF 2018 (SO FAR) 1 2 3 4 5

“Psycho,” Post Malone ft. Ty Dolla $ign “God’s Plan,” Drake “Big Shot,” Kendrick Lamar ft. Travis Scott “Hustla’s Story,” Cozz ft. Kendrick Lamar “Roads,” Vargas & Lagola

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“These Days,” Rudimental ft. Jess Glynne, Macklemore & Dan Caplen “End Game,” Taylor Swift ft. Ed Sheeran & Future “The Middle,” Zedd, Maren Morris & Grey “Out of My Head,” Charli XCX ft. Tove Lo & ALMA “You Owe Me,” The Chainsmokers

By comparison, an unsigned artist typically earns about 69 cents per single-track iTunes download, while a signed artist clears about 11 cents. Sources: Information Is Beautiful, Spotify, Billboard

ES (FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 5) JAPAN “Dive!,” Daichi Miura “Shape of You,” Ed Sheeran

INDONESIA “Independent,” Svmmerdose “IDGAF,” Dua Lipa

SPAIN “No Feat Here, Pt. 1,” Bianca Rose “Amorfoda,” Bad Bunny

TURKEY “Oyle Kolaysa,” Mabel Matiz “My Life Is Going On,” Cecilia Krull

ITALY “Non Mi Avete Fatto Niente,” Ermal Meta, Fabrizio Moro “Una Vita in Vacanza,” Lo Stato Sociale

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Following in the late-night tradition of many weekend warriors, patrons stand in line for an early-morning bite on February 25 at Cheffiniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hot Dog stand, a Fremont Street staple.

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While most cities sleep, ours remains vibrant Photos by Wade Vandervort & yasmina chavez

Las Vegas is the dominion of night. Pretty much every important thing that’s ever happened here has transpired after sunset. That’s not to say that, on occasion, history hasn’t been made in our Valley by the light of afternoon, but c’mon. Vegas was purpose-built to do its best work in the dark, and generally speaking, that’s how we do it. When visitors think of Vegas, they picture clubs, casinos, bars and restaurants that never shut down—and yeah, we’ve got those in ever-increasing numbers. But they don’t give much thought to the city that keeps that engine running. They don’t think of the employees who sleep during the day to work all-night jobs. And they don’t think of where those employees go after their shifts are done—to all-night supermarkets; to neighborhood bars that have never once locked their doors; perhaps even to other jobs, maybe stocking a sales floor or fielding customer complaints at a call center. They can’t imagine a city that truly doesn’t sleep. But we know what that means. The small hours of the morning are in our blood. And even if we don’t work a graveyard shift, we respect the ones who do—and every so often, we benefit from the 24-hour culture that supports them. We know that if we get hungry after midnight, there are a bunch of places we can eat; that if we’re struck with insomnia, that there’s always something to do somewhere. 3 a.m. might mean lights out in LA and New York City, but here, it means a third happy hour, or that it’s time to make the proverbial donuts. The Weekly recently sent photographers out into the city at 3 a.m., to locations both tourist-facing and local. Here’s what they saw at the tolling of the hour. –Geoff Carter

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Graveyard grocer Benson Abisai of Kenya runs the Rebel Mini Mart across from UNLV at the corner of Maryland Parkway and Harmon Avenue. He works the 2-8 a.m. shift, bouncing back and forth between the store and attached laundromat, where someone sat charging a cellphone.

Groove before dawn

A kiss by 6th

Patrons gather at Drai’s After Hours at the Cromwell on a recent Monday morning to hear DJ Direct and DJ ShadowRed. Drai’s is a hot spot for late, late-night patrons who aren’t ready to go home after clubs close on the Strip. The venue packed in even more people around 4 a.m.

A couple stands isolated in the cold, early-morning hours on February 25 outside Eureka! on Fremont East. Nearby, noisy crowds gather at Beauty Bar, which caters to crowds until 4 a.m.

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Left out in the cold A homeless person sits alone under a blanket near Catholic Charities, at the corner of Foremaster Lane and Las Vegas Boulevard. Hundreds of other homeless huddled in a group nearby.

Twerking around the clock A woman receives a $20 lap dance from a cowboy busker near the Fremont Street Experience. Despite the 38-degree temperatures, the cowboy stayed shirtless late into the night.

Home delivery Cab driver Medina, who declined to disclose her last name, covers her face to stay warm while she waits in line for fares in front of the Plaza. Individuals wander the street nearby as the area starts to empty.

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Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wrap Dark Funeral and Septicflesh, metal bands from Sweden and Greece, respectively, load their travel trailer following a late show at Beauty Bar. Las Vegas was the third stop on their U.S. tour, which completely sold out.

Monkeying around Kassidie Belmont, 21, a computer science major at College of Southern Nevada, works the night shift at Gorilla Cafe, a 24-hour LAN center and billiards hall near UNLV where people gather to take part in multiplayer video games. There are multiple centers throughout the city.

A break in the bustle Las Vegas Metro police are parked on the Strip outside Planet Hollywood on February 26. The emptiness of the night gave officers an opportunity to clean out the insides of their cruisers.

Supply and demand Mike Hume restocks freezers at the Vons grocery story on Maryland Parkway and Twain Avenue on February 27. Half a dozen workers replenished shelves while an equal number of shoppers hunted for groceries.

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It’s almost spring, but it’s still important to get a flu shot

flu in the U.s.

by the numbers

By Weekly Staff

ou’ve heard it for months: Across the United States, we’re experiencing an especially bad flu season. As of February 17, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 48 states, including Nevada, are experiencing widespread influenza activity. “Widespread,” the highest epidemiological category offered in the report, is defined as flu and/or flu-like illnesses found in at least half of the state’s regions. Nevada has had this classification since December 24. Because flu season typically peaks between December and February, we may begin to see some relief in March, but flu activity can extend through May and in some cases, influenza viruses can be detected yearround. For people who have not yet contracted the flu this season, it’s not too late to get the vaccine and decrease your chances of falling ill.

The CDC estimates that the flu has resulted in 140,000 to 710,000 hospitalizations annually since 2010. This flu season, there have been 21,279 laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations from October 1 to February 17 in the U.S., but it’s likely the final estimates will be much higher. Realtime data during an active flu season typically does not represent the entire spectrum of flu-related complications and subsequent illnesses.

Who is most at risk? The elderly, young children and people with chronic conditions have the highest risk for developing a serious, flu-related complication, but the flu can be fatal for otherwise healthy adults as well. This year, the hospitalization rate is highest for people 65 and older, with an approximated 322.7 hospitalizations per 100,000 people, followed by ages 5064 (79.9:100,000) and then children age 4 and younger (52.6:100,000).

COMPARING FLU SEASONS

2017-18 SEASON 2016-17 SEASON 2015-16 SEASON

Percentage of visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) reported by the U.S. Outpatient Influenzalike Illness Surveillance Network.

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*The data collected by the CDC is taken from 13 states, representing approximately 9 percent of the U.S. population, and does not reflect actual hospitalizations.

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Why do you need the shot every year?

No. The flu shot is either deactivated, meaning it’s only comprised of “pieces” of the virus, or its recombinant, meaning there is no flu virus present at all. This non-live immunization means you can’t get sick from it, but it might help your body recognize the virus and fight it more effectively. The nasal spray flu vaccine, however, is a live vaccine, and is not recommended for this year’s flu season.

What about egg allergies?

Once you receive the shot, it takes about two weeks to become effective and will probably remain so for about a year. The different influenza viruses that cause the flu are constantly changing and evolving—and the vaccination is adapted every year to account for these variations. Further, the body’s immune response to vaccinations declines over time, so even if you were once vaccinated for one influenza strain, you might not be protected against it anymore.

Unlike the common cold ...

flu symptoms are sudden, not gradual. If you’ve experienced severe onset of the below symptoms, ask your doctor for a rapid flu test to determine if you have the virus. • Headaches • Fatigue • (In some cases) vomiting and diarrhea

Someone with the flu may not always experience a fever. A severe case of the flu may also develop life-threatening complications, such as bacterial pneumonia.

As of the 2016-17 flu season, the CDC recommends those with egg allergies still get the shot. People with severe egg allergies should still be supervised.

Antiviral drugs like Tamiflu may be prescribed to treat influenza, but the CDC still encourages the flu shot to prevent the flu. Even if you don’t get sick from the flu, a flu shot will help prevent you from passing on the virus to others, including elderly people and children, many of whom have weaker immune systems. Antiviral drugs work best when taken within two days of being infected with the virus.

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2017-18 Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) Activity level as of February 24 Proportion of outpatient visits to health care providers with influenza-like illness. It does not measure the full extent of confirmed flu cases within each state, nor does it measure the geographic range of the virus, which is “widespread” in 48 states.

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The flu isn’t just a common cold gone bad—it’s a highly contagious respiratory virus that, in its worst instances, can lead to hospitalization and death. Manufacturers projected that more than 150 million doses of the flu vaccine would be available for this year’s flu season. But a flu vaccine doesn’t mean you won’t catch the flu; it’s just the best line of defense. That’s because the flu virus is constantly changing and mutating over time. The CDC studies the virus to determine which vaccines will work best in protecting against the flu.

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A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE AT LAS VEGAS LITTLE THEATRE Immigration, forbidden love, jealousy and honor—Arthur Miller’s play might have premiered more than 60 years ago, but its themes are as salient as ever. Presented by Las Vegas Little Theatre and directed by local stage sensation Walter Niejadlik, A View From the Bridge tells the story of ItalianAmerican stevedore and family man Eddie Carbone (Glenn Heath). He and his wife Beatrice (Gillen Brey) are raising their lovely niece Catherine (Anastasia Koulich). When two cousins, Rodolpho and Marco (Michael Blair and Alex Bassett), illegally immigrate from Italy, the family is proud to host them. When the teenage Catherine falls for Rodolpho, Uncle Eddie bristles and is torn between the old and new ways of solving the problem: take matters into his own hands or turn his family members into the authorities. We won’t tell you what Eddie decides, but The New York Times described the play’s 2015 revival as “what Greek tragedy once felt like, when people went to the theater in search of catharsis.” Days & times vary, $21-$24. –C. Moon Reed

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PVRIS AT HOUSE OF BLUES Since forming in 2012 as a metalcore outfit, this Massachusetts three-piece has been named Alternative Press’ best breakthrough band of 2015, toured with Bring Me the Horizon and Fall Out Boy and signed to Rise Records (At the Drive-In, Hot Water Music). And in those six years, PVRIS has swapped its heavy, post-hardcore sound for something more accessible (give their cover of Sia’s “Chandelier” a spin). Synthesizers, electronic beats, dreampop melodies and swelling guitar lines provide the backbone for singer Lynn Gunn, whose vocal stylings evoke comparisons to Evanescence’s Amy Lee and Paramore’s Hayley Williams. ¶ And don’t sleep on opener Flint Eastwood. The Detroit project pairs perfectly with PVRIS’ brooding electronic rock. Mixing a cinematic, Spaghetti Western aesthetic with synthed-out beats and powerful vocals, the sibling duo should find overnight devotees among fans of electro-tinged groups like Phantogram and Christine and the Queens. You’ll want to get there early. With Birthday, $26. –Leslie Ventura

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Roger DALTREY AT THE JOINT If you missed out on The Who’s recent mini-residency at the Colosseum—or its frontman’s first of two nights at the Hard Rock Hotel (March 7), you’ve got one more chance to catch the voice of “Baba O’Riley,” “Who Are You” and “Love, Reign O’er Me” in Vegas. Don’t blow it. With Leslie Mendelson, $50$130. –Spencer Patterson

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An author, playwright and regular contributor to NPR’s All Things Considered, Kevin Kling is a legitimate master storyteller. His autobiographical monologues are funny, touching, genuine and immediate; he tells every story as if it just happened. Sit awhile and hear him out. $10-$20. –Geoff Carter

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50 YEARS OF PRESERVING HISTORY AT CLARK COUNTY MUSEUM Let’s get meta: What is the history of history? After a half century of exhibiting local happenings, the Clark County Museum is showcasing itself with the new exhibit, 50 Years of Preserving History: Celebrating the Golden Anniversary of the Clark County Museum. In many ways, the story of the museum is the story of ourselves. It sits on 30 acres and includes a timeline of Southern Nevada from antiquity through today. It also contains historic buildings from Las Vegas, Boulder City, Henderson and Goldfield. The actual exhibit will feature a look back on previous ones. Highlights include: Paiute-Shoshone baskets and Pueblo pottery; the first object entered into the museum register (a clay pipe); Nevada minerals (amethystine and calcite); and the original logo (a 1969 tribute to mining). Daily, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $2, 1830 S. Boulder Highway. –C. Moon Reed

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The Blasters Who: Formed in 1979 by brothers Phil and Dave Alvin, these blues/ rockabilly stewards rose up in the LA punk scene alongside frequent co-headliners X. When & where: Saturday, March 10, Backstage Bar & Billiards. Recommended if you like: Wanda Jackson, Reverend Horton Heat. First spin: “American Music” (1980).

By Leslie Ventura It’s that time of year again, so assemble your crew and ready your checklist. Neon Reverb is back with four days of music from some of the nation’s burgeoning indie, garage, punk and hip-hop acts. Get acquainted with the lineup by browsing our list of 12 must-see touring acts, and don’t sleep on the locals, either. This year’s bill is loaded with homegrown talent, from the shadowy post-punk of Dark Black to the psychedelic sounds of Trevor and the Joneses, Ted Rader & The Magic Family and many more. Happy Reverbing!

Current Joys Who: Green Valley High School alum Nick Rattigan has been lauded by NPR and Stereogum as the singer/drummer of LA band Surf Curse, but he recently turned his focus to this ethereal solo project. When & where: Sunday, March 11, Bunkhouse Saloon. Recommended if you like: Frankie Cosmos, Blouse. First spin: Alabama” (2018). Girl Ray Who: A lo-fi, jangle-pop trio from London that has recently grabbed Rolling Stone and Guardian headlines for its soft, indie-washed retro-rock. When & where: Saturday, March 10, Bunkhouse Saloon. Recommended if you like: Cate Le Bon, Whitney. First spin: “Trouble” (2017) La Luz Who: A Seattle four-piece making bold, doo-wop-inspired surf and garage-rock. When & where: Friday, March 9, Beauty Bar. Recommended if you like: L.A. Witch, Tacocat. First spin: “Big Big Blood” (2013). Mega Ran Who: Former Philadelphia special ed teacher Raheem Jarbowho left the classroom to bring his positive nerdcore rap—which includes rhymes about education and video games—to a larger audience. When & where: Friday March 9, Beauty Bar. Recommended if you like: Richie Branson, K-Murdock. First spin: “O.P.” (2015).

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Monsterwatch Who: A Seattle garage rock/postpunk three-piece brashly playing loud songs about not wanting to go to work. When & where: Thursday, March 8, Beauty Bar. Recommended if you like: Metz, Protomartyr. First spin: 999 cover “Inside Out” (2017).

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Mt. Joy Who: An East Coast-meets-West Coast alterna-folk outfit perfect for a sunny stroll through the streets of LA. When & where: Saturday, March 10, Bunkhouse. Recommended if you like: Dawes, The Lumineers. First spin: “Silver Lining” (2018). Sego Who: A Utah-bred duo specializing in breezy, disenchanted indie rock with swirling guitar licks and synthy quirks to keep you guessing. When & where: Friday, March 9, Bunkhouse. Recommended if you like: Tokyo Police Club, The Wombats. First spin: “Sucker/Saint” (2017). Spindrift Who: Longtime American psychsters playing Western soundscapes feel retrofitted for ’90s shoegazing gunslingers. When & where: Friday, March 9, Artifice. Recommended if you like: Dead Meadow, The Warlocks. First spin: “Speak to the Wind” (2009). Tight Fright Who: Experimental Brooklyn New Yorkers merging metal and hardcore punk for Captain Beefheart-eats-Melvins awesomeness. When & where: Thursday, March 8, Beauty Bar. Recommended if you like: Cows, Pissed Jeans. First spin: “I Can’t Stop Being Hungry Today” (2017). U.S. Girls Who: Experimental musician and vocalist Meghan Remy deals out funky-chic, Euro-pop vibes. When & where: Friday, March 9, Bunkhouse. Recommended if you like: Charlotte Gainsbourg, Metric. Hear: “M.A.H.” (2018). Wavves Who: San Diego’s Nathan Williams has been defining his generation’s take on burnt-out garage-punk since his project’s debut 10 years ago. When & where: Sunday, March 11, Bunkhouse. Recommend if you like: Together Pangea, Fidlar. First spin: “Hippies Is Punks” (2012).

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ALL-AGES ALERT! Neon Reverb has a kidfriendly component this time—the Punks in Vegas showcase, featuring local favorites Rayner, Brock Frabbiele, Moon Blood, AntiVision and Better Broken. Catch it at Cornish Pasty Co., March 10 at 7 p.m., for $15.

NEON After going five years without a new album, LA punks No Age just released Snares Like a Haircut, and the duo will bring its supporting tour to Las Vegas as part of Neon Reverb. We caught up with drummer/vocalist Dean Spunt to talk about fresh music, fatherhood and keeping things DIY.

Have these changes influenced anything on the new record? It’s influenced everything. In a way, it made me just simplify my process, and I think that comes through on this record. I just let things happen and didn’t try to fight anything, and maybe things didn’t go as I planned, but the outcome came out good. The last record was mainly a studio record … and [with] a lot of NO AGE with U.S. Girls, the other albums maybe we didn’t Sego, Hidden have as much time to develop the Levels. March songs. We had a lot more time to 9, 8 p.m., $15. Bunkhouse actually sit and write and think Saloon, 702about these tracks.

Snares Like a Haircut is your first album in five years, and in that time you and guitarist Randy Randall both became fathers. How has that impacted your music and tour schedule? I feel like it’s changed in two 982-1764. ways. Personally, it’s focused me more and made me similarly You guys are playing an indepenrelaxed. It’s not that I don’t have to push dent festival here called Neon Reverb. as hard, but a lot of the little things that Why has it been important for you to would bother me in the past about playing continue supporting local efforts even as music professionally don’t bother me the band has gotten bigger? Well, versus as much anymore. Professionally, we’ve the alternative, which is [the big] promottried to tour less, and that’s still an experi- ers. And that world’s sh*tty. It’s not about ment. We came from the school of touring art, and it’s not about community. I feel for eight weeks, and constantly going on like once you get in that world—we’ve the road. played those types of concerts in the past,

and I don’t know what the point of it is. I mean, money, but I’m not really into money. I’m much more into creating atmospheres and art and communicating with people rather than playing a big festival. I don’t actually enjoy big festivals. But I do like DIY festivals. It just feels important to support those things. Your label, Drag City, doesn’t offer its music on Spotify. How do you feel about that? It’s funny, I don’t have Spotify, so I didn’t really think about it. They explained to us that they aren’t on Spotify because they don’t pay the artists well, and I appreciated that. That being said, honestly it doesn’t matter to me that much, because I just want people to hear the music. I don’t think music needs to be paid for. If you’re going to download it, I don’t have a problem with that. You’re going to support the artist one way or another if you really like it. For more of our No Age interview, visit lasvegasweekly.com.

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Mr. Happy: Noel Gallagher. (Lawrence Watson/Courtesy)

Maybe? Definitely Five reasons to catch Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds By Annie Zaleski

The band is carving out its own sound. n 2018, I’ve seen a grand total of two With the electronic-leaning newer material concerts—and both were Noel Gallagher’s from 2017’s Who Built the Moon? newly added High Flying Birds. Although this is partly to its arsenal, the Birds are evolving into a rock me atoning for the fact I never saw Oasis, band with overt soul and psychedelic influences, it’s also a reflection of the band’s formialong with a penchant for zoned-out grooves. For dable live show. Seven years and three alexample, the band has transformed Oasis bums into their career, Gallagher’s Birds chestnut “Go Let It Out” into a spaced-out Noel are more of a roaring tour de force than Gallagher’s shuffle reminiscent of Primal Scream’s ever. Here are five reasons to catch the Madchester classic Screamadelica. High Flying group Friday night at the Cosmopolitan. Birds The tour’s auxiliary musicians are March 9, 8 p.m., $33It’s as close as you’ll get to seeing top-notch. In addition to a three$68. The Oasis these days. With apologies piece horn section, the live setup includes Chelsea, 702to Liam Gallagher, who’s currently on several stellar auxiliary musicians. 698-7000. tour overseas, the High Flying Birds’ Magnetic vocalist YSÉE (aka Audrey Gbacurrent live lineup is the best facsimile guidi) adds melancholy wails to several of Oasis around. The troupe features a songs, including the propulsive “Fort pair of former members (guitarist Gem Archer Knox,” while keyboardist Jessica Greenfield conand drummer Chris Sharrock), a one-time sestributes vocal shading. And, believe it or not, the sion pianist (Mike Rowe) and, of course, Noel, scissors(!) that multi-instrumentalist Charlotte who wrote the bulk of the band’s best material. Marionneau snips during the set actually make Translation: Expect all of Oasis’ cracking energy, a sonic difference—as do her French vocals and with none of the drama. other quirky textural nods.

Expect great stage banter. Gallagher’s press interviews are full of take-no-prisoners commentary and hilarious asides. His stage commentary tends to be more succinct, but no less amusing. At a late February show in Akron, Ohio, Gallagher gave his approval to two brothers who sang along to every song—and then gently ribbed them when they didn’t know the words to one—and chatted up another fan who apparently rushed the stage to meet him in Detroit. But after fans started calling out questions, Gallagher made it clear this wasn’t going to become a Q&A session: “I sing, you clap.”

It’s a balanced setlist—with a chance for Oasis sing-alongs. Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds now have three records, so the live sequence skews toward that more recent material. Beloved Oasis hits “Wonderwall,” and “Don’t Look Back in Anger” are concert staples, however, as is popular B-side “Half the World Away” and underrated later-period single “Little by Little.” Fans can also expect a fitting cover in the encore, so don’t leave early.

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Drai’s Beachclub unleashes a monster lineup

Drai’s Nightclub has become synonymous with live, concertlength performances from the biggest names in hiphop and R&B. But during the summer season, when the rooftop destination operates as Drai’s Beachclub, the soundtrack has shown greater range for the daytime party crowd spreading out over the plush 30,000-square-foot pool deck with its palm trees and unsurpassed Strip views. If the stunning setting hasn’t put Drai’s at the top of your dayclub to-do list, this year’s dance artist lineup should. Returning to the party are DJ acts including Zeds Dead, Savi, the Deux twins, Destructo and 4B, and other familiar-to-Vegas artists locked in include A-Trak, Audien, Claude VonStroke, Dada Life, Pauly D, GTA, Showtek, locals Shelco Garcia & Teenwolf and Major Lazer member Walshy Fire. Some of the newer names are Australian DJ, producer and vocalist Anna Lunoe; “modern dancehall” DJ Ape Drums; Canadian electro-house producer Felix Cartal; LA-based bassthumper JayKode; Detroitborn house hitmaker Marc Kinchen (aka MK, who takes the stage Saturday with U.K. “booty house” DJ Will Clarke); Spanish record-spinner and music video director Sak Noel; London grime duo Stooki Sound; Mad Decent midtempo masters TWRK; and New Zealand singer/ model/actress DJ Zeisha Fremaux. That’s a whole lot of fresh sounds coming to the Cromwell this season. –Brock Radke

Breaking down the sounds of EDC nsomniac has announced the musical themes for the host stages that will power this year’s Electric Daisy Carnival at Las Vegas Motor Speedway May 18-20, and jumping out from those plans is the news that Hard will take over the Cosmic Meadow for the first time since 2014. The brand founded by Gary Richards (aka Destructo) will bring its hybrid electronic/hip-hop vibes to EDC with artists including Borgore, Illenium, Tchami and Malaa. Elsewhere, drum and bass and dubstep fans will get their fix at the Bass Pod hosted by Bassrush with GTA, Zomboy and Flux Pavilion; hardstyle

brand Basscon will bring Da Tweekas, Gammer and Headhunterz to the Waste Land stage; and house/ techno stage Neon Garden will be hosted by Factory 93 featuring Jamie Jones, John Digweed, Charlotte de Witte and more. Dreamstate will once again run Quantum Valley, bringing the trance with Dash Berlin, Ferry Corsten, Markus Schulz and Paul Van Dyk. Insomniac Records hosts the brand-new Stereo Bloom stage featuring breaking dance artists like Dr. Fresch, MK and Chris Lorenzo. This year’s Kinetic Field lineup includes firsttimer Vini Vici along with Kaskade, Marshmello, Nghtmre and Tiësto. –Brock Radke

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WHY WAIT ENCORE BEACH CLUB LAUNCHES ITS 2018 POOL SEASON WITH BIG-NAME DJS AND A NEW INDUSTRY NIGHT BY BROCK RADKE

Marshmello gets EBC’s new party started on March 15. (Wynn Nightlife/Courtesy)

EDC will rise again in May. (John Locher/Courtesy)

What’s new at Encore Beach Club this year? Quite a bit, actually. Coming off a record-breaking season in 2017—in which the dayclub stronghold pushed its party capacity well beyond 4,000 people—the venue has added a couple more cabanas and an additional bar and retail shop. More noticeably, EBC is wasting no time getting to its A-level talent. It’s common for pool clubs to open in early March, when weather can be unpredictable, and save the biggest DJ bookings for the latter part of the month, if not April. Yet EBC has DJ Snake on Saturday, Diplo on Sunday, Dillon Francis Friday night and Duke Dumont Saturday night. “Our lineup this year is as robust as the market has ever seen, and we’re coming right out of the gates,” Michael Waltman, the club’s executive director of operations, says. “People literally come from all over the world for this party, and the weather is not going to stop them.” EBC also kicks off a new industry night party on March 15 with the crazy-hot Marshmello, who recently released “Everyday” with Logic and “Friends” with Anne-Marie. The Thursday-night event replaces the old Wednesday-night locals’ party in the adjacent Surrender space, which makes all kinds of sense considering the Surrender name is no longer in use. Encore Beach Club is now operating as the seasonal venue it was always meant to be, with nighttime programming spreading into the indoor space. The on-property Wednesday party can be found at Intrigue, where new Wynn Nightlife resident Jauz takes over on March 14. “We know a successful industry night drives the entire business, and people are now gravitating toward the pool parties,” Waltman says. “Years ago you had to convince people to get into the pool at night. Now there’s a new ambience to connect with, whether you’re into the party or just relaxing and having drinks al fresco.”

MARSHMELLO AT ENCORE BEACH CLUB AT NIGHT March 15, 10:30 p.m., $25-$45. Encore, 702-770-7300.

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Nothing will stop the French hitmaker from continuing his pattern of all-star collaborations. “Mad Love,” his new one with Sean Paul (featuring Becky G), is Guetta’s ninth top-10 Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic track. 10:30 p.m., $25-$45. Encore, 702-770-7300.

DRAI’S

The Atlanta trio has teamed with Gucci Mane once again with “Solitaire,” which also features Lil Yachty. 10:30 p.m., $60-$75. The Cromwell, 702-777-3800.

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House producer Hatiras (“Spaced Invader”) teams with Vegas duo Alex Clark and Oscar Molina. 11 a.m., $23-$33. The Cosmopolitan, 702-333-9000.

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FIT FOR A KING Don’t sleep on Palace Station’s massive upgrade By Brock Radke

ince Station Casinos purchased the Palms a little less than two years ago, speculation and curiosity about the property’s future has steadily grown. We now know about most of the Palms plans—including new restaurants from the likes of celebrity chefs Bobby Flay and Michael Symon and expanded nightlife offerings from the Tao Group and Clique Hospitality—and the excitement continues to build. Meanwhile, the wholesale revamp of Palace Station has been largely unheralded. Like the Palms, Palace Station is uniquely situated just minutes from the Strip, allowing easy access to both tourist and local audiences. And Station Casinos has been pouring a huge investment into updating Palace—a $191 million overTHE haul that began in INCIDENTAL the fall of 2016. TOURIST The West Sahara by BROCK casino and 575-room RADKE hotel tower has already added a stylish new façade, porte-cochere and valet and a bright new bingo room, and has made general improvements to parking and access. Current construction projects include: the Regal ninescreen luxury movie theater (that’s the part closest to I-15), an expanded race and sports book and a new Feast Buffet on the casino floor. Also in

the works are new burger and Asian restaurants, a new swimming pool, a new central casino bar, renovations to the poker room and a continued refreshing of the casino floor. If you haven’t visited Palace Station in a while, it might be unrecognizable. Gone are the cheaper courtyard rooms close to the freeway and all evidence of the longtime train station theme. Station actually sent one of its eight train façade-structures to the Neon Museum for preservation—a 17-foot-tall, 1,800-pound behemoth inscribed with “Nevada Southern #9.” Station Casinos’ reputation as the dominant operator of neighborhood casino resorts in Southern Nevada all began at this property on July 1, 1976. That’s when Frank Fertitta Jr. opened a 5,000-square-foot casino called the Casino, equipped with 110 slot machines, five blackjack tables and a snack bar, designed to cater to hos-

pitality workers from the Strip and Downtown and other locals. A year later, it expanded with a few other features including a bingo room and changed its name to Bingo Palace; the Palace Station name didn’t arrive until 1983 after regular customers were invited to participate in a “name the casino” contest. Palace Station has been expanded about a dozen times over the years, but it has never been renovated to the scale and scope of the current headto-toe project. Station Casinos, now led by Fertitta’s sons Frank III and Lorenzo, didn’t open a second local property until August 23, 1994, when Boulder Station arrived in the eastern part of the Valley. Though the Red Rock Resort in Summerlin now serves as the company’s headquarters—and the name of the holding company when Stations went public in 2016— Palace Station will always be the

foundation. And it’s quickly distancing itself from the “grind joint” of the old days, transforming into a modern destination closer to the luxurious environment you’ll find at Red Rock, Green Valley Ranch Resort and the new-look Palms. No matter the changes, Palace Station remains focused on the customer base upon which it was built. There are no current plans to add additional hotel rooms or meeting spaces that would ostensibly capitalize on the Strip developments planned for the next few years; it’s all about enhancing the property and providing more amenities for its neighbors, like the biggest and most centrally located movie theater in the Valley. Palace Station’ upgrade might not seem as sexy or exciting as the Palms’, but without the little casino that could, the sexy excitement over on Flamingo Road could have never happened.

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COMEDY CENTRAL ONE OF MANHATTAN’S FAMED STAND-UP CLUBS EXPANDS TO LAS VEGAS BY BROCK RADKE he stand-up comedy landscapes of Las Vegas and New York City are worlds apart. The Strip boasts big names like Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno and Bill Maher filling up big rooms, but NYC has superstars popping up in smaller clubs and cuttingedge comics building new careers onstage. One of Manhattan’s most legendary clubs is planning to bring all kinds of New York comedy flavor to Las Vegas next month, when the Comedy Cellar opens at the Rio. After 36 years, the Cellar is expanding to the West Coast for the first time, something on which owner Noam Dworman has been for about three years. “The time just wasn’t right with any of the casinos before, then all of a sudden Caesars changed their minds,” he says. That decision was likely influenced by the current stand-up comedy boom; popular shows and specials on Netflix and other streaming channels are providing more access than ever, and Dworman believes comedy is now on equal

footing with music in terms of awareness and drawing power. “There are comedians selling out Madison Square Garden quite often, and that’s something that wouldn’t have happened years ago. It was always reserved for only the biggest musical acts.” The Cellar’s drawing power has always been about putting on the best shows, he says. “We don’t do any advertising whatsoever. It’s always been word of mouth, and we [attract] a lot of New Yorkers and a lot of tourists,” says Dworman, who’s hoping his Strip-adjacent casino location will pull in Las Vegas locals, too. “Even when we were one of the slower clubs in the city, which we have been at certain times in our existence, having the best shows is what put us on top in the long term.” The Cellar’s showcases have been home to some of the most beloved comics in the game’s history—many before they broke big—including Dave Chappelle, Ray Romano, Jon Stewart, Amy

Schumer and Chris Rock. The Vegas version expects to have superstars stop by for spontaneous sets, something that should maintain its original New York vibes and differentiate it from other Vegas comedy clubs. “The room at the Rio is coming out fantastic; it looks just like the Cellar in New York. And the lineups we have booked for the first two months are indistinguishable from what we have in the city,” Dworman says. “It’s all coming together. [Vegas clubs] are drawing from a group of comics that are out on the road, and I don’t really know that world. Our intention at the Cellar is to not book any comics like that. We’re flying out our regular comedians and bringing in many of the comedians we know who have moved to Los Angeles.” The Comedy Cellar at the Rio opens April 5, with tickets for that weekend’s shows—featuring Mo Amer, Kyle Dunnigan, Jessica Kirson and Nathan McInstosh—on sale now. For more information, visit riolasvegas.com.

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MASTERS OF THEIR FATES NEVADA CONSERVATORY THEATRE PRESENTS AN ALL-FEMALE PRODUCTION OF A SHAKESPEARE CLASSIC BY C. MOON REED lexandra Ralph has acted in Julius Caesar before. Last time, however, she played a “traditional female role.” This time, the second year UNLV MFA student is cast as Roman senator Cassius, one of the meatiest roles in the tragedy. “I love it!” Ralph says about playing a murderous mastermind. “These big, gorgeous speeches about honor, ambition, pride—women don’t get a lot of those in Shakespeare. Women experience these emotions, too.” Ralph says the Nevada Conservatory Theatre production’s all-female cast takes nothing away from the story. But it does add something important: “I think it acknowledges that women have a place in political power struggles and that they can just as believably fight and die for a cause as a man could,” Ralph says. Aside from the casting choices, Julius Caesar is especially timely in our current political climate. Quick synopsis: The plot follows loyal Brutus, who helps assassinate his friend Julius Caesar in a misguided attempt to save the Roman republic and

prevent a dictatorship (hence the famous saying, “Et tu, Brute?”). It’s a cautionary tale for those who are disturbed by the antics of whatever party holds the White House. This summer, a New York City production drew protests and outrage because the title character resembled Donald Trump.“This play is timely in every single generation,” director Beth Lopes says. “It really is about power; democracy versus tyranny; manipulating the public for your own purposes. … [The idea that] you can’t fight injustice with injustice is a really interesting lens [through which] to look at the play.” Lopes says that the most challenging part of adapting Julius Caesar was deciding what role gender should play. Should they change the pronouns so the roles are female? Or should the women pretend to be males? Ultimately, the creative team decided on a sort of stage androgyny. The pronouns will remain masculine even though the actors will not be playing men. “Gender, in a way, has become irrelevant in the world of the play,” Lopes says, explaining that ac-

tors are simply telling the story and bringing their unique interpretations, as any actor would. “Once we get into the rehearsal room, we often forget we’re doing an all-female production.” Although it’s tempting to assume that this era has the monopoly on gender-bending fun, it wasn’t actually so rigid in Shakespeare’s time. Back then, it was common for males to cross-dress for female roles, since women were often restricted from the stage. In Restoration England, women assumed the stage dressed as men in “pants roles.” “For us to venture into an entire female cast is not unusual,” says NCT Executive Director Norma Saldivar, who has worked on all-female Shakespeare plays in the past. “It’s really exciting to hear the language in a different way, see the relationships with a slightly different perspective. This is a wonderful time where values are changing and the way we see storytelling is challenged. It’s great for us to explore that on our own stages.” Ultimately, Saldivar hopes that the question of gender will fall away as the audiences watches the story unfolds: “It’s swift; it moves; it’s exciting.”

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EUREKA AIMS TO ELECTRIFY FREMONT EAST There’s new life in the building on the corner of Fremont and Sixth. What most of us remember as the Beat is now a slick, state-of-the-art eatery with an impressive beverage program. The design at Eureka is up-to-the-minute modern and brings an entirely different vibe to the 5,000-square-foot space, including lots of dark wood with a showcase bar at the center of the action. Those who sidle up can imbibe on creative cocktails like the Holy Smokes, which features bourbon, maple, chocolate, cherry and a fair amount of hickory smoke. Looking for something a little more colorful? Check out the bright, purple Electric Butterfly, which combines immature brandy, rum, butterfly pea tea, lime, chareau aloe, orgeat and a buzz button. ¶ The kitchen prides itself on its burgers, and the must-try might be the Fresno Fig Burger—a pork, rib and Angus beef patty topped with melted goat cheese, bacon, tomato, arugula, spicy porter mustard and fig marmalade. The sweetness is the star, but every element gets its chance to shine. Like its new home on Fremont East, Eureka promises excitement to go with its tasty grub and beverages. –Jason Harris

EUREKA 520 E. Fremont St., 702-570-3660. Monday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.-midnight; Thursday-Friday, 11 a.m.1 a.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.1 a.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-midnight.

Eureka’s Fresno Fig Burger tastes as good as it looks. (Wade Vandervort/Staff)

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Bavette’s brings it The Chicago steakhouse builds a solid foundation for Park MGM And Bavette’s really is about the complete he Park MGM is such a tease right now. experience. It’s a steakhouse with a steakhouse The portions of the property that have menu, though there are creative flourishes that been converted to its cool-green future buck the trend: an opening terrine of peppered look lovely; the messy Monte Carlo duck and goat cheese with apricot mustard remains are frustrating. If you’ve been forced ($16); smoked salmon and crispy potatoes in to spend time here during its transition—on the Caesar salad ($17); indulgent beef shortrib the way to hockey games or shows at Park stroganoff with hand-cut fettucine ($35). (The Theater—you’re definitely annoyed by the many kitchen will do a cremini mushroom-andmid-construction chokepoints. horseradish veggie version of that one for $17.) Happily, the new features are Most will order beef and sides, like fresh enough for us to put up with the 16-ounce Chicago-cut ribeye the inconveniences for a few more ($67) with mashed potatoes rife with BAVETTE’S STEAKHOUSE months. The renovated lobby and butter, garlic and chicken jus ($13). & BAR casino spaces range from quite There’s even lemon meringue pie nice to exhilarating. I even like the ($11) to complete the throwback vibe. Monte Carlo, 702-730-6700. spiraling, ’70s-style logo. And then It doesn’t matter what you order. Sundaythere’s Bavette’s, an intoxicating new I’ve yet to come across a subpar dish Thursday, 5-10 restaurant and bar. The more time I at Bavette’s, but even if I do, the p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 5-11 spend there, the more time I want to restaurant’s warmth and design are so p.m. spend there. powerful, it wouldn’t make a dent. The First, it’s the drinks, specifically jazz soundtrack is just cool enough. the Hardy Cognac Old Fashioned The lighting is just dark enough. The ($17). This bold take on a classic cocktail is one service is swift but just distant enough. And of four Old Fashioned options. There are six although it’s a big place that invites celebration, martinis, too, and one of the Strip’s most extenyou can easily hold an intimate conversation at sive whiskey lists. Take your pick at Bavette’s your table. brassy main bar or hidden back bar, settle in It feels like this restaurant has been done with a few snacks like steak tartare ($23) or before and this is its ultimate version, which truffle-white cheddar mac and cheese ($15) and is accurate. Bavette’s is a Chicago steakhouse tell me this isn’t your new favorite Strip spot. staple and a cornerstone of the Windy CityI recently noshed on a stellar shrimp cocktail based Hogsalt hospitality empire; another will ($23) and bacon-laden Lyonnaise salad ($18) open in New York City this year. With more speand looked over to see the executive chef from cific and risk-taking offerings like NoMad and one of my favorite Strip restaurants sharing Eataly and a restaurant by LA chef Roy Choi the griddled burger ($20) and a loaded baked on the way to this reimagined resort, it’s clear potato ($14), always a reassuring sign of a qualMGM placed Bavette’s as the crowd-pleasing ity experience. core. Wise move.

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Curry Pot will cure your latenight Indian cravings +

When the Riviera closed and then disappeared two years ago, a bunch of Vegas history went with it. So did the oddly amazing option of 24-hour Indian food on the Strip via the Riv food-court location of India Masala. After a night at XS, samosas and goat curry beats White Castle, hands down. But the family that operated the eatery (and the Rio’s underrated Royal India Bistro) didn’t blink, quickly opening Curry Pot in the food court at the Venetian’s Grand Canal Shoppes, where there are many options but not of the 24-hour variety. Curry Pot has the same uthapam ($11), a hearty rice and lentil pancake stocked with veggies, tender tandoori chicken ($11) and fragrant, cheesestocked palak paneer ($14) that I ate at the Riv. But this place also serves more convenient, casual fare, like a chicken tikka sandwich ($9) with mint mayo and apple chutney; and pao bhaji ($10), a delicious spiced lamb stew with slider-like buns to soak up every bit. Papdi chaat ($7) is billed as Indian nachos, fried flatbread chips piled high with garbanzos, tomato, onion, chilies, mango, mint, tamarind chutney and the crunchy chickpea noodles known as sev. You’ve never had a post-party snack with these vibrant flavors before. –Brock Radke

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Mint 400 5 0 t h

a n n i v e r sa ry

Dubbed ‘the most challenging off-road race on the planet,’ it was thrust into the spotlight after Hunter S. Thompson wrote about it in the ’70s By ric anderson

Weekly staff

checkpoint official got drunk the night before and forgot to show up. Kids out in the boonies kept moving the course markers. Some racers got angry when organizers made them fit their vehicles with seat belts. So went the first Mint 400, says race organizer LeRoy Wickham. Staged in 1968, when off-road racing was just getting off the ground, the event was a dusty, noisy, majestic mess in the Nevada desert, Wickham says. “I mean, it was people running around with their heads cut off,” he says. “It was so disorganized, it wasn’t funny. But we were having a good time.” On Saturday, the event will celebrate its 50th anniversary when more than 350 racing teams will gather at Primm to compete in what is touted as “the most challenging off-road race on the planet.” The race follows several days of special events that included a procession Wednesday on Las Vegas Boulevard. With its corporate-sponsored competition teams, crisply organized race operations and vehicles with sophisticated electronics and mechanical components, the race has come a long way since its first year. But what hasn’t changed is the race’s prestige. When it started, Wickham says, it was the first major off-road race in the U.S. and one of the first in the world. About 100 competitors participated that year, driving cars that were like Fred Flintstone mobiles compared with today’s racing machines. In the 1960s, Wickham was running a fiber-

glass shop, making products like swimming pool slides and planters, when a friend suggested he start making dune buggy bodies. That led to an idea—Wickham and a partner would drive two of his dune buggies from Las Vegas to Lake Tahoe, off-road all the way. “It was a two-fold trip,” he says. “It was to have a ball and do something nobody had done yet, and to promote the buggy bodies.” It worked. After the drivers got back, having traversed nearly 500 miles of rocky terrain in street cars with standard suspensions, talk turned to holding a race similar to the Mexican 1000 Rally, one of the first off-road competitions. In 1968, Wickham marked the course for the first Mint 400. The Bureau of Land Management gave him essentially free range, he says, and ranchers offered access to their properties. “They were the friendliest people, because they never had company. They were willing to do anything for excitement,” Wickham says of the ranch operators. After the race survived its pell-mell first year, it quickly gained stature. Celebrity drivers such as Parnelli Jones competed in it, and Hunter S. Thompson put it in the international spotlight when he wrote about covering the event in his iconic novel Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. But despite its prestige, the event was halted after 1988 after sponsorship fell off and environmental concerns added complexity to routing the race. It wouldn’t be revived until 2008. But today, 50 years after Wickham laid out the first course and borrowed a set of rules and regulations from the Mexican 1000 Rally, the race is going strong.

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DID YOU EVER ENVISION YOURSELF AS A STRIP HEADLINER?

Not at all. Even in my early days of coming to Las Vegas and going to the Palms—I’m good friends with the Maloofs—I’d be in car services riding to the hotel and see the people headlining on top of cabs, billboards. I never envisioned being one of those people, but here I am years later, seeing my picture ride on the top of cabs.

YOU’RE SPENDING A LOT OF TIME IN TOWN BECAUSE OF THE SHOW. WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO HERE WHEN YOU’RE NOT PERFORMING?

I’m here pretty much solo, and for me personally, I’m low-key, chill. Most of the time, I’m in my room watching TV. From time to time, I’ll go downstairs and play a little blackjack, but that’s about it.

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ARE THERE ANY SUBJECTS YOU WOULD RATHER NOT TALK ABOUT IN THE SHOW?

Not at all. We know what’s at stake; we understand what it means when you tell people, “Nothing is off limits.” I haven’t been asked any hard questions. I think people know me, and if they don’t know me, they get a chance to know who I am outside of the media portrayal of me. That’s one of the good things about me wanting to do the show—a lot of people have had a lot of questions about who I am over the years, especially with the Hall of Fame stuff and not getting in for a few years because of “character issues.”

DID THE WAIT TO GET YOUR HALL OF FAME NOD SOUR YOUR EXCITEMENT OVER THE ACCOMPLISHMENT?

I don’t sugarcoat too much, and yeah, I’m pretty soured by what transpired the past few years. They’ve taken a lot of the enjoyment out of it by not following through on how guys are nominated. In that regard, I’m not overjoyed about it, but at the end of the day, I’m honored to be one of about 300 guys to ever be in the Hall of Fame.

YOU ALSO HAVEN’T SUGARCOATED YOUR EXCITEMENT OVER THE EAGLES WINNING THE SUPER BOWL. WHY DO YOU STILL FEEL SUCH AN ATTACHMENT TO PHILADELPHIA?

It was pretty much a rematch of what happened 14 years ago, so for them to get back on that stage against Tom Brady, it was just a great feeling, understanding that city is so passionate. We weren’t able to complete the mission of going to Super Bowl 39 and winning, so I couldn’t be happier for the players, coaches and management. But honestly, it’s the city. That’s a city that welcomed me with open arms. I wanted to go somewhere where I could really flourish as a receiver, and Philadelphia really enabled me to do that. That’s why I gave it all that I had, to the point of risking my career playing in the Super Bowl with two screws, a plate and a broken fibula.

DO YOU LOOK BACK ON YOUR TIME WITH THE EAGLES AS THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR CAREER?

That and the Dallas Cowboys. But really, Andy Reid was a coach who recognized who I was as a talent. He realized what I could bring to the table, and that’s where I felt I made the most of my abilities. I felt I was underutilized in San Francisco. The coaches there, it felt like they didn’t use me as one of the best players on the football field. When I went to Philadelphia, there wasn’t an ego that I’m sure they expected going there. I played well with the quarterback, with the guys that were around me and tried to elevate everyone’s games based on what I could do with or without the football.

WHAT’S ONE CRAZY PHILADELPHIA SPORTS MOMENT THAT HAS STUCK WITH YOU?

Just scoring a touchdown in that stadium, and the fans chanting my name to the T.O. song (to the tune of “Ole, Ole, Ole”). I remember that like it was yesterday. And my teammates, how we really rolled for each other. It’s unfortunate it didn’t last. I don’t know if it was envy, jealousy, but it rubbed some people the wrong way the way the city embraced me, and it caused some tension. I’ve always been forthcoming in saying it wasn’t me that caused the rift. I wish we could have gone on to do some greater things, and when I look back on my career, if I maybe communicated a little better, it could have changed some things. If you think about what we were doing, it was like magic and something I always envisioned as I emerged and became a star in my own right, learning from the great Jerry Rice. Everyone got to see what type of player I was coming from San Francisco to Philadelphia.

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Physical therapist responsible for saving the careers of many

BY JESSE GRANGER VEGAS INC STAFF

he walls of Scott Pensivy’s physical therapy office are bestrewn with jerseys and photos of famous athletes, each with an autograph and a thankyou message. In his more than 30 years in the industry, Pensivy and his staff have treated star athletes such as Steph Curry, Shaquille O’Neal, Tiger Woods and Muhammad Ali, and celebrity entertainers such as Mariah Carey, Elton John and Olivia Newton-John. “People ask me what it’s like treating these high-profile clients and I always say they’re just like everybody else,” Pensivy said. “They’re all really good people.” Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers, which was founded in 2012 with two clinics, has more than 300 clinics in 40 states and is considered the fastest-growing outpatient physical therapy company in the country, he said. Pensivy is CEO of the five locations in Southern Nevada after joining the company in 2015. His location on South Jones Boulevard was formerly run by renowned physical therapist Keith Kleven, who worked on many star athletes but was mostly known for his work with Tiger Woods. Kleven was a mentor to Pensivy, and when he fell ill, Pensivy jumped at the opportunity to help. “The opportunity to take over for a good friend is an honor,” Pensivy said. “His wife reached out to me about a year and a half ago and, at first, I tried to help in other ways—by sending staff over—but they needed me to come in.” Pensivy retained some of Kleven’s staff to keep continuity, and has added to the quality equipment at the facility. One of the most innovative devices can be heard echoing throughout the building. It’s called the Miracle Wave, and it’s a gun-shaped

instrument that uses acoustic treatment by sending sound waves to jump-start a healing effect within the body without being invasive. Pensivy learned of the machine being used in Germany, and a year and a half ago, got it approved for use in the U.S. When the machine was purchased, it cost upward of $200,000. Pensivy now has two of them after Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki liked it so much he bought the clinic a second machine. “It finds the inflammation in the scar tissue and blows it away,” Pensivy said. “The technology is similar to the way they deal with kidney stones.”

In his testimonial, Tulowitzki wrote, “You really helped my hip that bothered me since 2008. My leg finally feels a part of me! Thanks for getting me healthy.” And he’s not alone. Testimonials written on jerseys and photos are hung on every wall of the facility. Pensivy said he often is sought by athletes reaching their breaking point. Many came to Pensivy in desperation, having nearly given up on recovery after failed attempts at diagnosis and healing from their team’s physical therapist. Pensivy said many athletes believed their careers were over prior to treatment, and seeing them back on the court, field, rink or ring is the highlight of his profession. The memorabilia is an added bonus. Pensivy had so much autographed memorabilia he ran out of space in his attic to keep it all. Then, he came up with a solution. He started auctioning the memorabilia and created the Play it Forward Foundation. The nonprofit organization uses the proceeds from auctions to pay medical expenses for athletes between ages 8 and 24 who can’t afford it. “It’s really awesome, and it can be surgery, physical therapy or even dental,” Pensivy said. It’s just another way for him to do what drew him to the business of sports therapy: helping people. He found his love for the profession as a teenager when his mother was injured in an accident and fell into a coma for nine months. “I would go in and watch them do physical therapy on her and take care of her,” Pensivy said. “I just saw how amazing it was and I started volunteering at hospitals and doing everything I could at a young age.”

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PICKING A PATH TO BETTER BUSINESS GROWTH or a business owner, the opportunity to grow his or her company is an exhilarating and sometimes precarious endeavor. While most business owners are eager to advance to the next level of success, it’s important to be tactful during the process. “Growth is always a good thing, but managed growth is how companies become great,” said Bruce Ford, Senior vice president and Nevada regional banking manager at City National Bank. Working with the right people, setting reasonable goals and creating a clear strategy can allow your business to successfully expand and thrive.

CAN A BUSINESS GROW TOO QUICKLY? Rapid growth can become a pitfall for some businesses. “One of the most common problems we see are disruptions in the cash flow cycle. During a rapid growth phase, businesses may find themselves spending cash more quickly than their accounts receivable can catch up,” Ford said. “Usually, the best solution is a bank loan—it’s why banks offer lines of credit—but it can be a frustrating predicament for business owners.” Issues with cash flow cycles also may be symptomatic of something larger: During times of rapid growth, some business owners can lose sight of their overall financial situation. Businesses that maintain a smaller transactional volume are easier to manage than large corporations, and because of this, small-business owners generally have a clear understanding of their finances. However, as the business grows, the bookkeeping becomes far more complicated and usually requires professional assistance. To avoid these problems, work with your banker, financial planner and/or accountant to create a reasonable growth strategy. Financial professionals are well-suited to identify potential problems and opportunities because they can analyze a business objectively. Further, they’ll be able to help monitor signs of overgrowth and work proactively to overcome them.

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Pricing is an important aspect when choosing a business bank. If you’re only looking for basic account management, lowcost options may be the best bet. However, Ford notes that higher-priced services tend to yield higher value as well.

The old adage goes, “it takes money to make money,” but this can present a quandary for ambitious business owners. As growth opportunities arise, many businesses don’t have the immediate cash capital to invest—even if that investment would facilitate future success. In these instances, it may be time to meet with your banker and start exploring your options.

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Choosing the right bank0 Personal banking and business banking are two substantially different enterprises, so it’s vital that business owners do their research when choosing a bank. “Some banks want to be all things to all people, and some banks have a niche. Look for a bank with expertise in business and experience with small-and middle-market companies,” Ford said. When choosing a bank for your business, start by assessing what you’ll need. Are you looking for financial planning services? Ongoing credit counseling? Knowledgeable advice? Strategic planning? Once you know what you’re looking for, start meeting with banks that offer those services. Talk to the banker to find out what they’ll be able to offer your business—and if those things align with your priorities. “You’re entrusting your financial life to a banker, so they should be able to advise you about ways to enhance your business and offer insights based on their experiences,” Ford said.

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Before meeting with a bank0 Prior to sitting down with a bank, take some time to prepare. “Be ready to present the vision: what you’re trying to do, what you’re currently doing and where you ultimately want to end up,” Ford said. Having that information ready can help ensure you’re able to make an educated decision about the bank and banker, and gauge how well they’ll be able to serve your specific needs.

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What documents should I bring0 when meeting with a bank?0 “The standard documents that you’ll need are your tax returns from the past three years, your personal financial statement, your business financial statements and your balance sheets,” Ford said. “However, it’s important to be able to discuss those documents further and to explain the numbers.” How important is past credit history? “Credit history is important—the past is usually the most accurate indicator of the future. However, bankers understand extenuating circumstances, especially in Nevada. We always try to customize business products,” Ford said.

HOW TO CHOOSE A BANK0 If you’ve found banks that offer the services you’re looking for, you’ll need to start zeroing in on a final decision. It’s important to be especially considerate with this choice during a growth phase, because finding the best bank now will mean that your banker is familiar with your company’s needs going forward. Additionally, they’ll be better able to find new opportunities for growth moving forward. “The most important things to consider when deciding on a bank are experience and the ability to add value,” Ford said. “The best banks will not only help manage, but enhance your growing company.”

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VegasInc Notes The UNLV Alumni Association’s board of directors for 2018 is: • President Mark Wiley (2001)—real estate professional, Vegas Dream Homes • Vice President Gina Bongiovi (’01, ’07)—managing partner, Bongiovi Law Firm • Secretary Julie Samuelson (’95)—account manager, Ray Morgan Co. • Treasurer Deanna Burgess (’97)—executive director of Citywide, MGM Resorts International • Immediate Past President Patrick Smith (’97, ’01)— president, Patrick Smith LLC, and executive director, Nevada Economic Development Coalition New board members will include: • Michael Amato-von Hemert (’10)—general manager, Bridger Inn • Sarah Bussmann (’14)—vice president of Clinical Program Integration, P3 Health Partners; president, School of Community Health Sciences Alumni Chapter • Justin Harrison (’11)—director of government affairs, Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce; president, College of Liberal Arts Alumni Chapter • Dr. Maxwell Johnson (’13)—Oracle Family Dental; president, School of Dental Medicine Alumni Chapter • Michael Klein (’08)—executive director of revenue

optimization, MGM Resorts International • Holly Mae Lindsay (’99)— business manager, Delmonico Steakhouse/Emeril’s Homebase LV • Leslie Mujica (’09), MPA— executive director, Las Vegas Power Professionals • Jennifer Oshiro Rivers (’05, ’08)—senior sales manager, Cirque du Soleil Resident Shows Division and Blue Man Group Las Vegas; representative, College of Hospitality Alumni Chapter • Paul N. Pippin III (’08)— vice president and assistant general manager, Station Casinos • Mike Plinski (’95)—safety system oversight representative, U.S. Department of Energy; president, College of Engineering Alumni Chapter • Stacey Purcell (’90)—assistant director of sales, Caesars Entertainment • Stacy Swim (’98)—actor; co-editor, MiGNation Telegraph; president, College of Fine Arts • Patty Rosales (’97, ’00)— human capital management director, Clark County School District Elected officers of HomeAid Southern Nevada, the official outreach partner of the Southern Nevada Home Builders Association, include president Amy Thill, Warmington Residential; vice president Carlos Zuluaga, Pardee Homes; treasurer Scott Donnelly, Cooper

Roofing & Solar; secretary Stephenie Heagerty, Boral Roofing; immediate past president Trent Scarlett, Wells Cargo; and board member Lonette Nagy, Pinnacle Homes. Tasha Woodfall is director of business development for Black Dog Venture Partners, which provides venture capital consulting, corporate finance, business development, digital marketing and publicity. Quillin Advertising, Public Relations & Social Media is the agency of record for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation. The agency also recently began public relations and social media efforts for freestyle skier and Olympic Champion David Wise as well as managing social media for LV Real Estate Radio on KDWN AM 720. Inspirada was the eighth top-selling community in the United States in 2017, according to the end-of-year report released by RCLCO, a real estate consulting firm. Home sales came in at 837 for 2017, a 48 percent increase from the 564 home sales during the previous year. This is the third consecutive year the community has been included in the Top 10 list for best masterplanned communities in the country. Urology Specialists of Nevada opened an office at 6190 Fort Apache Road, Suite 200, Las Vegas. It is staffed by Drs. Sarah Ryan and Jeffrey Wilson. Kacey KC is the Nevada State Forester and Firewarden. Daniel Hamilton and Renee Yackira joined the Nevada Public Radio board of directors. Hamilton is the fourth

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dean of the UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law. Yackira is a licensed attorney who retired as special adviser to the chancellor for the Nevada System of Higher Education. Sean Christie is president of events and nightlife at MGM Resorts International. Maverick Helicopters plans to expand its operations to Kauai, Hawaii’s northernmost island. The expansion comes after nearly three years of operations on Maui and will be the sixth permanent location. Aristocrat Technologies’ “Being Safe with Coach Jesse” safety training won a silver medal in the “Best Advance in Online Coaching Tools” category of the 2017 Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Technology Awards. “Being Safe with Coach Jesse” is a proprietary safety training class designed for Aristocrat’s Class II and Class III Field Service technicians. The training was created by Christiana Houck, Aristocrat’s director of learning solutions. Mamma Olivia Restaurant & Bar Houck and ChiAm are open at the Boulevard Mall. Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada reopened the Capital One/Junior Achievement Finance Park facility for the fifth consecutive year to Clark County Junior Achievement students in grades 8-12. Finance Park teaches students about finances through visiting a small-scale mock city. Philip Knott is general manager of Tivoli Village. The South Point replaced

its Daktronics video display in the property’s arena and equestrian center. The new, 4-millimeter line spacing video displays replace the previous Daktronics centerhung technology installed in 2006 and nearly triples its size. PunchCode, a coding school, is open at 1112 S. Casino Center Blvd. The school is part of Tech Impact, a nonprofit company providing workforce development programs. The Public Education Foundation in Clark County was ranked in the top 10 percent among K-12 education foundations in the United States in 2017 in an annual study conducted by the Caruthers Institute, a nonpartisan, nonprofit think tank. In addition to ranking 13th in the nation in the end-of-year study, the Public Education Foundation is one of five K-12 education foundations that have ranked in the top 25 for four consecutive years in the study. Henderson Hospital is the first in Nevada to utilize the LOCalizer, a breast lesion localization system approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in spring 2017. The LOCalizer uses a small, nonradioactive radio frequency identification tag system to identify the precise location of a lesion (or lump) before breast surgery. It does not use wires or radioactive seeds. Dr. Constantine George, chief medical officer of Epitomedical, launched the Vedius app, which grants patients direct access to concierge medical care from a network of board-certified physicians. MountainView Hospital earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for chest pain certification.

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Records & Transactions BID OPPORTUNITIES

March 22 2:15 p.m. Lone Mountain Discovery Park: Hockey court conversion to pickleball Clark County, 604783 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ClarkCountyNV.gov

March 8 3 p.m. Annual requirements contract for uninterruptible power supply maintenance and repair countywide Clark County, 604671 Adriane Garcia at akgarcia@ClarkCountyNV.gov

May 27 3 p.m. ARC for histology laboratory services Clark County, 604724 Adriane Garcia at akgarcia@ClarkCountyNV.gov

March 9 2:15 p.m. Arnona Road — Lake Mead Boulevard to Alto Avenue Clark County, 604722 Tom Boldt at tboldt@ ClarkCountyNV.gov

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March 13 2:15 p.m. McCarran Market Place Park: Soccer fields turf replacement Clark County, 604780 Sandy Moody-Upton at scm@ClarkCountyNV.gov March 16 3 p.m. ARC for landscape and grounds maintenance for Clark County Government Center Clark County, 604758 Deon Ford at deonf@ clarkcountynv.gov

International Pizza Expo — 2018 Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Las Vegas Convention Center March 20-22 12,000 National Automatic Merchandising Association 2018 NAMA OneShow Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel, Las Vegas Convention Center March 21-23 4,500 National Automobile Dealers Association Annual Winter National Convention 2018

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Las Vegas Convention Center March 23-25 30,000 Medtrade Spring Conference & Expo 2018 Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Resort and Casino March 27-29 5,000 Nightclub and Bar Show 2018 Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Las Vegas Convention Center March 27-28 39,000 Digital Signage Expo 2018 Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Las Vegas Convention Center March 28-29 6,000

BROKERED TRANSACTIONS Sale $15,870,000 for residential Mark One Apartments, 1020 E. Desert Inn Road, 89109 Landlord/Seller: Did not disclose

The List Landlord agent: Patrick Sauter and Art Carll of NAI Vegas’ Sauter Multifamily Advisors Tenant/Buyer: Did not disclose Tenant/Buyer agent: Patrick Sauter and Art Carll of NAI Vegas’ Sauter Multifamily Advisors $455,000 for 4,331sq. ft. of industrial 4210 North Lamb Boulevard, Unit 120, 89115 Landlord/Seller: FJM Northpointe Associates, LLC Landlord agent: Dean Willmore, SIOR and Alex Stanisic Tenant/Buyer: Julius, Inc. Tenant/Buyer agent: Did not disclose Lease $1,769,040 for 18,200 sq. ft. of retail 4482 N. Rancho Drive, Suite G, 89130 Landlord/Seller: 4343 Rancho LLC Landlord agent: Jackie Young and Liz Clare, CCIM of Avison Young Tenant/Buyer: KIW Enterprises Tenant/Buyer agent: Dana Souter of Millennium Commercial Properties

Golf courses Ranked by the championship rating of the farthest tee with the highest slope rating as of Feb. 22.

Course and top executive

Rating

Slope

Yardage

Holes

Coyote Springs Golf Club 3100 State Route 168 Coyote Springs, NV 89037 702-422-1400 • coyotesprings.com Karl Larcom, director of golf

76.8

149

7,471

Boulder Creek Golf Club 1 Clubhouse Drive Boulder City, NV 89005 702-294-6534 • bouldercitygolf.com Andy Schaper, head golf professional

76.7

148

7,628

Southern Highlands Golf Club 1 Robert Trent Jones Lane Las Vegas, NV 89141 702-263-1000 southernhighlandsgolfclub.com Jason Cheney, general manager

75.7

145

7,510

Reflection Bay Golf Club 75 Montelago Blvd. Henderson, NV 89011 702-740-4653 • reflectionbaygolf.com Eric Dutt, general manager

75.6

150

6,862

Paiute Resort Golf Club 10325 Nu-Wav Kaiv Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89124 702-658-1400 • lvpaiutegolf.com Jeff Reid, general manager

75.5

145

7,604

List ranked by rank by the championship rating of the farthest tee with the highest slope rating as of Feb. 22. Information comes from USGA.com and VEGAS INC research. It is not the intent of this list to endorse the participants or to imply that the listing of a company indicates its quality. Although every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of VEGAS INC charts, omissions sometimes occur and some businesses do not respond. Please send corrections or additions to research@vegasinc.com.

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