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EXONERATED ‘CENTRAL PARK FIVE’ ACTIVIST WILL SPEAK AT CSN Raymond Santana, one of the members of the so-called Central Park Five, spent five years in prison for a crime for which he was later exonerated. The 45-year-old Santana will tell his story February 28 at 6 p.m. at CSN’s North Las Vegas Campus as part of the school’s free Den Talks speaker series. Santana was 14 when he and four other teens were arrested for the rape and assault of Trisha Meili, who was jogging in Manhattan’s Central Park in April 1989. The New York Times described it as “one of the most widely publicized crimes of the 1980s, and it prompted then-real estate magnate Donald Trump to take out an $85,000 advertisement calling for the return of the death penalty. Santana and the other young men were exonerated in 2002 after convicted murderer and rapist Matias Reyes admitted he was solely responsible for the attack, later confirmed by DNA evidence. The five men’s exoneration was examined in the award-winning Netflix series When They See Us, initially sparked by a tweet from Santana to the filmmaker Ava DuVernay. The men are now advocates for criminal justice reform. Santana is a producer, fashion designer and activist who has worked closely with the Innocence Project to help protect young people of color. –Kelcie Grega
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■ “All caucuses should be a thing of the past. They don’t work for a multitude of reasons.” –Former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, in an email to The New York Times ■ “You can’t just cross out a racist policy and replace it with a neutral policy and expect things to get better.” –Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg, discussing his Frederick Douglass Plan at a CNN town hall event
UNLV players celebrate after defeating San Diego State on February 22 in San Diego. The Rebels handed their Mountain West Conference rival its first loss of the season, 66-63. Elijah Mitrou-Long led UNLV with 19 points, including four free throws in the final 20 seconds to stave off a comeback attempt by the Aztecs in a game the Rebels trailed only once—when it was 2-0. (Denis Poroy/Associated Press)
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■ “Why would you … call for the two women to get out when you have two billionaires in the race?” –Sen. Amy Klobuchar, reacting to speculation she and Sen. Elizabeth Warren would suspend their presidential campaigns ■ “Derek played at a high level last season. I’m very happy with Derek. But … we will evaluate every position on our roster, and if there’s a chance to upgrade, we will look into that.” –Raiders General Manager Mike Mayock, on quarterback Derek Carr
We named it Best Fest in our 2018 Best of Vegas issue, and from April 30-May 2, the annual literary and cultural gathering known as the Believer Festival will return with another noteworthy lineup. Presented by UNLV’s Black Mountain Institute, this year’s event will focus on the theme “here + after.” Participants are set to include author Jonathan Lethem; On Being podcast host Krista Tippett; celeb chef Roy Choi; Iran-born poet Kaveh Akbar; Portland folk pop band Y La Bamba; hip-hop artist Jean Grae; and Big Dance Theatre Company. According to a press statement, the fest “will explore the past, discern the present and imagine the future.” Tickets and locations will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information, visit believerfestival.org. –C. Moon Reed
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GOALIE OF THE FUTURE? The Vegas Golden Knights traded for one of the best goaltenders in hockey, Robin Lehner, on February 24. He’ll pair with Marc-André Fleury, an icon of the team’s first three seasons, to form one of the top goalie tandems in the NHL. Lehner is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer.
The Winnemucca District of the Bureau of Land Management and Friends of Black Rock-High Rock are seeking artists to reflect on Black Rock Desert’s cultural significance and the National Conservation Area’s history and scenic beauty. Through April 1, artists of all disciplines—including but not limited to painters, photographers, sculptors, cinematographers, poets and musicians—can apply for the Black Rock Artist in Residence program, which runs from May through July in Gerlach. Those selected will learn about the NCA while depicting the variety of cultural and natural resources of the Black Rock Desert, including historical structures and artifacts, cultural landscapes and wildlife. Three showings of the artwork will be displayed in Winnemucca, Gerlach and Reno at the end of the program, and posters of selected pieces will be distributed in NCAs across the country. The two-week program provides lodging, supplies and a $700 food stipend. For more information, visit blackrockdesert. org or call Stacey Wittek at 775-5306137. –Kelcie Grega
2 WEINSTEIN GUILTY Former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, 67, was convicted of rape and sexual assault against two women and led off to prison in handcuffs February 24 in what his accusers hailed as a long-overdue reckoning for the man vilified as the biggest monster of the #MeToo era.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and his wife, Jane, acknowledge the crowd during a rally February 22 in El Paso, Texas. (Briana Sanchez/ The El Paso Times via AP)
STOCKS PLUMMET The Dow Jones Industrial Average slumped more than 1,000 points February 24 in the worst day for the stock market in two years as investors worry that the spread of a viral outbreak that began in China will weaken global economic growth.
3 PUTT OF A LIFETIME Mary Ann Wakefield, 84, struck a golf ball at one end of a basketball court and, 94 feet later, won a 2020 Nissan Altima. Her putt occurred during a promotional segment during the February 22 college basketball game between Alabama and Ole Miss in Oxford, Mississippi.
4 NEVADA FELT THE BERN ON CAUCUS DAY It took a few days for the complete results to be reported, but the margin of victory for Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., was so great that the February 22 caucuses were called for him early that evening. Sanders wound up with 46.8% support in the state, which turned into 24 of Nevada’s 36 national delegates. Joe Biden (20.2%) got nine delegates and Pete Buttigieg (14.3%) got three. To win the Democratic Party nomination, 1,991 delegates will be needed. Sanders, whose campaign struggled on the second alignment of caucusgoers in Iowa, received the biggest bump among candidates in Nevada going from first choice to final choice. Sanders gained 5,423 voters, compared with 1,496 for Buttigieg and 755 for Biden.
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Taylor Tomlinson knows all about the follies of youth. “Being in your 20s is like having a virus. You can’t do anything; you just have to wait until you’re better,” she jokes. Just 25 herself, she’s one of the youngest touring headliners on the comedy circuit. See her just before her first Netflix special, Quarter-Life Crisis, drops March 3. Thursday-Saturday, 8 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 p.m.; $25-$55. –Genevie Durano
The World’s Best American Band (2017) garnered Kentucky outfit White Reaper heaps of Cheap Trick and Thin Lizzy comparisons, and its latest LP, last year’s You Deserve Love, keeps the snotty, four-piece powerpop outfit in good sonic company (think Andrew W.K., Sheer Mag, Together Pangea). Be there when those booze-fueled party anthems fill the Bunkhouse. With The Aquadolls. 8:30 p.m., $15-$17. –Leslie Ventura
The Dutch production team of Willem van Hanegem and Ward van der Harst make trance beats the way folks used to make ’em back in the 1990s—booming, repetitive and, after a while, inescapably catchy. We like their cover of Alan Silvestri’s Avengers theme because we’re huge nerds, but your mileage may vary. Ravers, assemble! $20$30, 10:30 p.m. –Geoff Carter
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When Vegas last saw Harry Connick Jr., he was stealing time from his daytime TV talk show to play a couple of colorful weekend sets in his Wynn debut. His return to Encore Theater this week will be more musically focused, the kickoff to a short tour supporting his new album, True Love: A Celebration of Cole Porter. “When I was really young, there were a lot of songs he wrote that I knew and [played], but I didn’t know they were Cole Porter songs. They were just part of the jazz repertoire,” Connick, a New Orleans prodigy who began recording with a jazz band at age 10, tells the Weekly. “It wasn’t until later that I started to realize he was the guy and to understand him in a different way. He’s been in my life a long time.” These intimate shows, featuring a band of eight musicians, will spotlight Porter and incorporate other songs from Connick’s catalog, a more scaled-down approach compared to the Broadway series he played in December with a 25-piece orchestra. He’s planning to put the massive, multimedia production on the road in the fall. “We need more time to wrap that up and plan for that,” he says. “It’s a big one.” 8 p.m., $92-$286. –Brock Radke
If the zombie apocalypse looks like this, sign us up: four hours of unlimited craft beer sampling, featuring seldom-found’round-these-parts pours from the likes of Oklahoma City’s Prairie Artisan Ales, Portland’s Great Notion Brewing and Prescott, Arizona’s Superstition Meadery. Put simply, Beer Zombies kills. 3 p.m., $50, 6261 Dean Martin Drive. –Spencer Patterson
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POP-UP ZINE This live, multimedia storytelling event should challenge your mind, rumble your stomach and delight your soul. Topics include showgirls, death doulas, vegan food and charros (traditional Mexican cowboys), and stories will be accompanied by music and/or projected art. Storytellers include CSN professor Antonio Gomez, celebrated food writer Kim Foster and Wild & Free podcast host Alison Yanez-McKay. 5 p.m., $15 –C. Moon Reed
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Be here now How do we keep Las Vegas neighborly as it grows huge?
y native-born Las Vegas friends fear that we’re losing it. I see their anger spiking in Facebook conversations and unfurling across Twitter threads. They inveigh against the new high-occupancy lanes on Interstate 15; against the paid parking at casinos; against the way our professional sports franchises are pushing UNLV’s legacy basketball team off the front page. “This isn’t the Vegas I grew up with,” one said, bitterly. “I don’t even recognize this city anymore.” I understand their frustration, but I don’t feel it as deeply as they do, partially because
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EXTENDED RESIDENCY By Geoff Carter
I’m not a Vegas native. This is the second leg of what I call my extended Vegas residency; I moved here from Orange County in 1990 and spent 12 years watching the modern Strip shoot out of the ground. Then I relocated to Seattle and stayed there 10 years, returning to the Valley in 2012. That’s partly why a changing Vegas doesn’t faze me: I’ve long been accustomed to carpool lanes and bad traffic from my time in SoCal, and a decade in Seattle inured me to paid parking and endless pro sports talk. I’m able to see Las Vegas’ growing pangs for what they are: critical mass. To be honest, though, I’m beginning to feel
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SCENE Embracing the identity of our neighborhoods. I remember, years ago, being ecstatic to learn that the Valley wasn’t just one vast, monolithic exurb; that within unincorporated Clark County there were towns (Paradise, Winchester, Sunrise Manor and others), and that within those towns were neighborhoods (Westleigh, the Lakes, Paradise Palms and others). One of the best parts of living in Seattle was having the gift of a home neighborhood; to be able to tell friends, “I’m in south Ballard,” instead of, “If you pass three 7-Elevens, you’ve gone too far.” Let’s make this Valley more familiar by learning the names of our neighborhoods (or by naming them if they’re nameless). Then let’s learn the names of our neighbors, find out what their deal is. From those humble beginnings come safer streets, more area activities and a warm feeling of belonging, like you’ve got a home team. Carpool. Until Las Vegas commits to a rapidtransit solution—and probably after that, too— our traffic problems will only get more severe. (If you think widening roads or eliminating carpool lanes solves the problem, Google “induced demand” and read a few sobering studies.) If you’re using a freeway to get to work, ask around your workplace to find out if a carpool might be possible. You’ll save gas, get in some good conversation and—best of all—be able to use the snazzy new carpool lanes on I-15. The high-speed flyover from the northbound 15 to the 95 is so smooth and fast it feels like you’re getting away with something.
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it, too. When I moved here, the population of Clark County was just over 750,000; today, it’s 2.2 million. I won’t bore you with all that “this sure was a different town back than” stuff, but man, it really was. The drive up Charleston to Red Rock Canyon had at least 20 minutes of open desert in it. And when you went out at night—to the Greek Festival or to the old Hard Rock Hotel—you inevitably saw people you knew. Simply put, back then there weren’t as many of us living here, and not as many places to go. Today, you can lose yourself in bigger crowds, find more obscure places to hang out— great news if you’re working your way through
this town’s dating pool, less so if you need someone to watch your pets while you’re away. Close-knit communities have always been among Las Vegas’ best traits. Once I made the choice to get involved with this city—its local music, gallery openings, coffeehouses and the like—Las Vegas closed ranks around me, and I made friends I still have to this day. Vegas has always liked buy-in, and I have to believe that if we continue to put something of ourselves into it, the city will pay us back. So, perhaps in addition to attending those galleries and festivals and local shows, we could give these ideas some consideration:
Recognize that the bones of our city are still there. Last month, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority introduced the #onlyvegas hashtag. So what is it, really, that’s Only Vegas? It’s not legalized gambling; there are apps for that. Our marquee restaurants are dynamite, but many of them are imported— and we have no regional cuisine. We don’t even own the idea of Vegas; it’s a narrative we locals have had little hand in creating (see also: Jay Sarno, Hunter S. Thompson, Ocean’s 11). The only thing that’s really, truly “Only Here” is us—the 2.2 million people who have chosen to live in this desert. We make this city what it is by being here; it’s not some alien entity that’s beyond our control. So let’s be here, as much as we can, and see what we can do with the place.
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Catching up on Dave Matthews Band’s 10-plus years between Vegas shows By Annie Zaleski
t’s difficult to believe, but it’s been more than a decade since Dave Matthews Band last played Las Vegas. A February 28 gig at the Chelsea at the Cosmopolitan will mark the group’s first performance here since a May 9, 2009 show at MGM Grand Garden Arena, so let’s catch up on what DMB has been up to during the interim …
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Less than a month after that 2009 Vegas gig, the band released the Grammy-nominated Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King, a confident album encompassing proggy jazz, horn-peppered classic rock and blues-boogie. Three years later, DMB teamed up with producer Steve Lillywhite for the first time since 1998’s Before These Crowded Streets. The result was 2012’s sophisticated and subdued Away From the World, a record that took a more intimate spin on the band’s eclectic folk sound. Six years later, DMB took an even more diverse approach with Come Tomorrow. Songs spanned soul, funk and even U2-like anthemic rock, all of which emphasized the album’s sincere tone.
Despite DMB’s Vegas absence, the band has maintained its typically packed road schedule with occasional festival gigs (Hangout Music Festival, New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival), Tim Reynolds and Dave Matthews solo jaunts and unique concert twists thrown in for variety. In 2011, instead of embarking on an extensive traveling tour, the group celebrated its 20th anniversary by booking what it called the Dave Matthews Caravan: oneoff, three-day festivals in four cities featuring a trio of full DMB sets and a packed schedule of additional artists. Three years later, the band’s summer tour consisted of an “evening with” format that included an acoustic and electric set.
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Origin story: During a break from ’90s garage-punk favorite Rocket From the Crypt, San Diego guitarist John Reis began recording with drummer Jason Kourkounis of Washington, D.C. outfit The Delta 72. Reis brought in Rick Froberg—his ex-bandmate from earlier groups Pitchfork and Drive Like Jehu—to handle lead vocals and second guitar, and Hot Snakes was born. The band released its first album in 2000, followed by two more in 2002 and 2004, before calling it quits in 2005.
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The last time Dave Matthews Band played Vegas, it was less than a year removed from the death of co-founder and saxophonist LeRoi Moore, due to complications from an ATV accident. (The “GrooGrux King” refers to a Moore nickname.) The rest of the band’s lineup has remained mostly stable. Keyboardist Buddy Strong started playing with DMB in 2018, and the same year, the band parted ways with violinist Boyd Tinsley in the wake of a sexual misconduct allegation. (Tinsley settled the sexual harassment lawsuit in 2019.)
In 2019, Dave Matthews Band received its first Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination. Despite a competitive class that included such nominees as Soundgarden, Pat Benatar, and Nine Inch Nails, the group handily won the fan vote by earning more than 1 million votes. But for the first time in seven years, the Rock Hall didn’t select its popular votewinning artist among its incoming class, angering DMB’s legion of hardcore fans. The band remained its usual classy self, however, sending out an email newsletter thanking listeners for their unwavering support and congratulating the inductees.
Second act: Hot Snakes started performing sporadically again in 2011—Reis, Froberg and longtime bassist Gar Wood, with Kourkounis and 2003 replacement Mario Rubalcaba (Earthless, Off !) alternating on drums—before eventually releasing its first album in 14 years, the excellent Jericho Sirens, in 2018. Drownedinsound.com called it “yet another example of Hot Snakes at the top of their game,” while the The Skinny wrote that “in places Hot Snakes’ fourth album is so good, it even puts
newer bands who have come up in the meantime to shame.” Sound: Emphatic, no-frills post-hardcore, delivered in song bursts that rarely stretch far beyond three minutes in duration. Fans of mythical noisy indie acts like Unwound, Brainiac and Nation of Ulysses should connect quickly with Hot Snakes’ music, which might also appeal to anyone into nimble guitarpunk topped with agitated lyrical statements. Spin: Whether you start at the beginning, with debut fulllength Automatic Midnight, or at the end, with comeback record Jericho Sirens, you’ll experience the same result—a blast of raw intensity that threatens to blow back your hair (and maybe your neighbors’, too). In total, Hot Snakes’ four studio LPs clock in at a brisk two hours, 22 minutes, but if you don’t have that kind of time, dial up 2019 non-album cut “Checkmate” for a three-minute distillation of everything these guys (still) do right. –Spencer Patterson
HOT SNAKES with Kills Birds, Mercy Music. February 29, 8 p.m., $20-$25. Backstage Bar & Billiards, 702-382-2223.
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Use your illusion, one and two: The Illusionists’ Jonathan Goodwin (left) and James More. (Courtesy)
By Brock Radke he annual One Night for One Drop gala event has always been a one-off in terms of entertainment—a unique show that helps provide safe water to the most vulnerable communities on the planet. Last year’s seventh annual event showcased a sort of all-star variety show, bringing together Cirque du Soleil artists and creators at Bellagio’s O Theater, and this year’s event brings the debut of The Illusionists at Luxor. The 2020 One Night was originally going to showcase R.U.N., Cirque’s first new Las Vegas Strip resident show since 2013. “It would also put more money into the foundation, because the show was already produced and still so new,” says Jerry Nadal, foundation board member and executive producer of One Night for One Drop. Of course, the cost of producing a onenight-only performance of such magnitude is significant. “But [we] realized there’s always a breaking-in and retooling period for every Cirque show. When Cirque wanted to continue working on R.U.N—and since [Cirque] bought The Illusionists in 2019, and it has never played Vegas—that allowed us to continue with the original concept and still spotlight something
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Breaking down superstar rapper 2 chainz’s career ahead of his weekend performance at Drai’s
By Zoneil Maharaj Chainz doesn’t get the credit he deserves. Born Tauheed Epps, the College Park, Georgia rapper says so himself in the chorus to last year’s “Threat 2 Society,” a song reflecting on how he juggled making music, selling drugs and playing college basketball during his come up. While that’s not necessarily a unique feat in the rap world, the fact that 2 Chainz exists at all, is. In a genre where fame is especially fleeting, 2 Chainz has remained among rap’s upper echelon for nearly a decade, and you can catch the MVP when he performs February 29 at Drai’s. His success is a result of both skill—he’s the wittiest, most masterful braggart in the game—and resilience. 2 Chainz’s rise didn’t happen overnight; that persona is actually the rapper’s second act.
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The 42-year-old superstar’s career started long before his “Birthday Song” became a ceremonious anthem in 2012. Prior to that, he was known as Tity Boi, one half of Playaz Circle and a member of Ludacris’ Disturbing Tha Peace posse. You could even spot a young Tity Boi in the video for Ludacris’ 2001 smash “Move Bitch” and spitting guest verses on Luda’s 2003 album Chicken-N-Beer. It wasn’t until 2007 that Tity Boi would score a commercial hit of his own with Playaz Circle’s now-classic “Duffle Bag Boy,” thanks to a feature from close friend Lil Wayne. Playaz Circle’s follow-ups weren’t quite as successful, though. By that point, the Def Jam recording artist had spent more than a decade in the industry with only one mainstream hit to his name. Others might have thrown in the towel, but Epps put on a couple necklaces and changed his name, re-emerging in 2011 as the 2 Chainz adored today. The hits quickly followed: “No Lie,” “I’m Different” and “Birthday Song” all went platinum, and he started stealing the show on guest spots like Kanye West’s “Mercy” and Drake’s “All Me.” You can even thank 2 Chainz for adding “It’s a vibe” to the contemporary lexicon. It might be the most remarkable transformation
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in hip-hop history. “You always think it’s your time, but I’m happy my time didn’t come until it came,” he told Genius.com in a recent interview. 2 Chainz continues to reinvent himself. He’s gone from a dope boy with hoop dreams to a rapper with multiple businesses and hustles, including a long-standing relationship with Drai’s Nightclub. He’s done everything from starring in his own reality web series (GQ magazine’s Most Expensivest Sh*t) and releasing a signature sneaker with Versace to buying a stake in Atlanta’s A3C music festival and investing in car-sharing startup Turo. He recently inked a partnership between Atlantic Records and his own imprint, T.R.U. Label, with the first compilation dropping this month. In a recent interview with Apple radio DJ Zane Lowe, 2 Chainz hinted that his next album could be his last for Def Jam—possibly his boldest move yet. “I might stick around. … But for now, I’m looking forward to possibly being independent by the end of the year,” he said. Whatever his next step, you can bet on a winning performance when he lands in Vegas this weekend.
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Veteran New York City DJ Peter Shalvoy has been making the rounds at Park MGM venues lately, and this week he spins twice at buzzy bar Mama Rabbit on February 28 and March 4. Also: Steve1der 2/27. Soxxi 2/29. Tue-Sat, Park MGM, 702-730-7777.
Nightly, 4213 W. Sahara Ave., 702-8262422.
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W&W 2/28. Deorro 2/29. Timmy Trumpet 3/2. Mon, Fri-Sat, Cosmopolitan, 702-333-9000.
Greg Lopez 2/28. DJ Neva 2/29. Nightly, Mandalay Bay, 702-632-7631.
MAYFAIR SUPPER CLUB Nightly, Bellagio, 702-693-8561.
FAED partners DJ Five and Eric DLux are all over the Strip this week, and they’re playing solo inside the Venetian venue. Catch Five on February 27 and DLux on February 29. Also: Beatbreaker 2/28. Thu-Sat, Venetian, 702-388-8588.
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Bodywork ft. A.C. Esme, Brock G, DJ Dreamcast, Taek One 2/27. Tue-Sun, 150 Las Vegas Blvd. N. #190, 702-3335831.
Nightly, Rio, 702-777-7800.
Nightly, Cosmopolitan, 702-632-4700.
CHATEAU Casanova & Bayati 2/27. DJ Presto One 2/28. Reaction 2/29. DJ ShadowRed 3/4. Wed-Sat, Paris, 702-7767777.
CLIQUE Nightly, Cosmopolitan, 702-698-7939.
CLUB 101 Fri-Sat, Sahara, 702-761-7618.
DOWNTOWN COCKTAIL ROOM Mon-Sat, 111 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702880-3696.
DRAI’S NIGHTCLUB Ty Dolla $ign, Wiz Khalifa, Lil Yachty and Sueco the Child recently appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live to perform the Sonic the Hedgehog soundtrack cut “Speed Me Up,” and we couldn’t help but wonder if the first two rappers
ENCORE BEACH CLUB Day parties are back? In February? Well, yes, but it’s a Leap Year. Resident DJ Marc Stout brings the sunshine early at Encore Beach Club on February 29. Also: SayMyName 3/4. Wed, Encore, 702-770-7300.
GOLD SPIKE DJ Freddy B 2/27. DJ Bad Antikz 2/28. Wed-Sun, 217 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 702476-1082.
HAKKASAN Cash Cash 2/27. Lil Jon 2/28. 4B 2/29. FAED 3/1. Thu-Sun, MGM Grand, 702891-3838.
PIRANHA Chris Tavi 2/27. DJ Virus 3/1-3/2. DJ Vago 3/3. Nightly, 4633 Paradise Road, 702791-0100.
XS RL Grime 2/28. The Chainsmokers 2/29. Dillon Francis 3/1. Fri-Sun, Encore, 702770-7300.
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LANGUAGES AREN’T EASY Do you ever find yourself wishing you really had paid more attention in Spanish class? The science backs up your instincts, and in fact, you probably should have started sooner. Studies have shown that children can learn languages far more easily than adults can, prompting many primary schools to add language learning to their curricula. Good thing, too, because according to a recent study published in the journal Cognition, your ability to reach fluency drops after age 10, and your ability to learn a language well at all drops after 17.
LANGUAGE LESSONS THANKS TO MODERN TECHNOLOGY, IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO ENRICH YOUR NON-ENGLISH VOCABULARY BY MEREDITH JENSEN
onde está la biblioteca?” It’s a simple phrase students across the United States must memorize in Spanish class, but not one they’re bound to use in everyday conversation. (Maybe you should. We’ll get to that in a minute.) For many Americans, language learning stops after high school, but today it’s easier than ever to expand your linguistic horizons. ¶ It’s natural to develop a sort of separation anxiety when straying from one’s mother tongue. The sounds are different, the letters are different, the grammar rules are different, the ways words form are different. Writing, speaking, listening and reading are suddenly unfamiliar. So take advantage of the great gift of the modern age—technology. Apps and online courses can get you started on your language journey.
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DIGITAL CLASSROOMS With more than 6,000 languages spoken around the world today, it’s hard to know where to start. Only you can determine what language is “useful” to you. Consider factors like your geography, your travel dreams or your professional goals. Once you have an idea, dive right into some continuing education with the aid of technology. Apps and online courses bring thousands of languages right to your fingertips. Here are some to explore.
BABBEL Similar to an online classroom curriculum approach. Offers variations of words and phrases. Minimalist interface.
BUSUU Features goaloriented study plans. Reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Constructive feedback from native speakers.
DROPS Good for enhancing vocabulary. Visual learning and memorization. Lessons only available every 10 hours unless you level up to paid version.
DUOLINGO Learn via games and stories. Great for trying out multiple languages. Ad-free option available.
WHICH ENGLISH? Wielding the power of social media, in 2018, Boston researchers surveyed 669,498 native and non-native English speakers via the 10-minute viral language quiz, “Which English?” It asked participants English grammar questions, then guessed their native language, dialect and home country based on the results. At the end, people answered questions about their demographics, native language, where they have lived and whether they had learned any other languages. The study gave the research team insights into the critical window for language learning. While they couldn’t pinpoint an exact cause, researchers suggested the drop could be related to the brain’s decrease in adaptability as we age, lifestyle changes, fear of making mistakes or a simple unwillingness to learn. The study also showed that students fared better with immersion than a classroom setting, and that it takes at least 30 years to fully master a language.
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English is the second-most spoken language worldwide, with some 982 million speakers.
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DON’T DESPAIR! Even if you feel short on time to reach fluency, a little effort can go a long way. Learning a new language connects you to cultural experiences, improves your communication skills, can help advance your career and slows brain decline. With intuitive apps and online courses, you don’t even have to dust off your old textbooks. With more than 1 billion speakers, Mandarin is the most spoken language in the world.
GREAT COURSES LIBRARY COLLECTION Thousands of in-depth video lectures on just about as many subjects, including languages. Access the lectures online via your public library, if available.
LINGODA Live online group or private classes, one hour each. Native-speaking teachers. Features three learning tracks.
MEMRISE Good for learning casual conversation. Videos show how native speakers express different phrases, give a literal translation and explain gender usage.
MONDLY Focus is on phrases, not individual words. Listen to native speakers. Augmented reality lessons and chatbot tool.
LIBRARIES OF BABEL Already a temple to knowledge and information, your local library is a great place to look for language-learning opportunities. Public libraries throughout the Las Vegas Valley offer several avenues of language resources, all available with the power of your library card. Check out books and audiobooks, download e-books, link up with a tutor, drop in on a conversation group, or connect to apps and online courses. Some popular apps offer the same content without the monthly fee. All you need is your library card and a password, and you can learn a new language for F-R-E-E. Gratis. Frítt. Besplatno.
PIMSLEUR Trusted language-learning method since 1963. Heavily audio-based. Comprehensive lessons are a suggested 30 minutes a day for 30 days.
ROCKET LANGUAGES Audio lessons focus on speaking and pronunciation. Reading, writing and cultural lessons also available.
■ Henderson Libraries: Duolingo and iLove Languages ■ Las Vegas-Clark County Library District: Great Courses Library Collection ■ North Las Vegas Library District: Transparent Language Online
Behind English, Spanish is the second-most spoken language in 48 states and Washington, D.C.
ROSETTA STONE Best-known language-learning service since its start in the 1990s. Auditoryfocused learning. Traveler phrasebook.
TRANSPARENT LANGUAGES ONLINE More than 100 languages. Speaking practice, typing activities and more.
CITIZEN SCIENCE Want to be a part of linguistics studies? Joshua Hartshorne, an assistant professor of psychology at Boston College and co-author of the study, is continuing his online language experiments. Check out gameswith words.org to learn more.
Sources: Business Insider, CNET, Consumers Advocate, ScienceDirect, Time magazine, Henderson Library District, Las Vegas-Clark County Library District, North Las Vegas Library District.
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Sarah Shumaker and her dog Meeko, a German Shepherd-Husky mix, at White Rock trailhead in Red Rock Canyon (Wade Vandervort/Staff)
Factors to consider ■ Do you live in a tiny apartment, or a house with a big yard? Make sure the animal’s needs match your space. And while you’re at it, check with your landlord or HOA to make sure there aren’t any restrictions. ■ How many hours will your pet be home alone? Dogs shouldn’t be left alone for more than eight hours. Cats, reptiles and fish offer more flexibility for the office-to-bar set. Swingshifters might consider adopting a rodent, many of which are nocturnal. ■ Do you have small children? Young kids are at the most danger of being bitten or scratched, in part because they’re most likely to treat furry pets like dolls. ■ What’s your budget? Pets incur cost beyond the price of adoption. There’s food, health care, grooming and boarding to consider, along with occasional unexpected expenses. Some animals are more costly than others. For example, bunnies are very expensive to maintain, according to Animal Foundation adoption manager Brenda Arceo. ■ What pets already live in your home? Make sure all your pets can live in harmony. When you go to adopt, it’s a good idea to bring your current pets along for a preliminary meet-and-greet.
■ What’s your physical activity level? Cats, fish and small mammals like hamsters or gerbils are good for less-active folks. Dogs generally require the most physical activity. In addition to being walked every day, they need cardio, which can usually be achieved with a rousing game of fetch. If you can’t keep up but still want a dog, opt for an older one, suggests Kelley Bollen, a certified animal behaviorist who consults with the Nevada SPCA. ■ Do you have time to train your pet or maintain its living environment? Several local pet rescue groups say that people largely surrender their pets for behavioral reasons, like peeing on the rug. These problems are often fixable with training, if owners have the time to do so. Seemingly low-maintenance pets, like lizards and snakes, depend upon very specific living conditions to survive. Cages and aquariums need to be cleaned frequently, and feedings can be time-consuming and tricky. ■ Try a succulent first. There’s an old saying about the order of responsibility: first plants, then pets, then progeny. If you aren’t sure you’re ready for a pet, try keeping a cactus alive before taking the dive. Continued on Page 34
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Continued from Page 33 Adopt or buy? So you’ve decided exactly what kind of pet you want. You’ve researched its needs, and you know it’s right for you. You’re most of the way there. But where do you find your future Fido? The Vegas Valley offers endless options, from breeders to rescue groups to shelters. Here’s how to proceed … ■ Start with your mouse. In the internet age, gone are the days of roaming the shelter until something catches your eye. With a few simple online searches (and maybe a little patience), it’s surprisingly easy to adopt the exact kind of pet you want. ■ It’s like online dating, but better. Nowadays, most shelters and rescue groups post their available pets online, like at animalfoundation.com. You can often search by species, breed, age, size, fur length, health needs and behavior. Petfinder.com, a website that aggregates available options at many of the local shelters and rescue groups, is a good place to start.
Want something specific or unusual? Do your research first. Make sure that the fancy and expensive cock-a-poo mix is truly preferable to the adorable poodle mix available at the shelter. But if only that super rare species or breed will do, you might need to go through a breeder. Watch out for puppy and kitten mills. Some bad actors care about profits over the well-being of animals, and to increase their profits, they’ll overbreed animals, keep them in unsanitary conditions and more. Before purchasing a pet, research the source to make sure it’s ethical. Trustworthy sellers should be happy to let you tour their facility, meet the animal’s parents, provide references and answer questions. If a Craigslist seller wants to meet you in a big-box parking lot to deliver your pet, that’s a red flag, says animal behaviorist Kelley Bollen.
Baby or adult? We can all agree that there’s nothing cuter in the world than a baby animal. (Even baby skunks are adorable. Google it.) So naturally, folks tend to assume it’s most natural to adopt a puppy or kitten. But while adopting a young animal gives you complete control of its upbringing, it can be a lot of work. Like human babies, animal babies need extra care, socialization and potty training. A puppy, for example, can only hold its urine for a few hours at a time. “I’ve never had a puppy,” says Bollen. “Puppies are too much work, and I’m too busy.” When an animal professional says puppies require a ton effort, that’s saying something. Adopting an adult dog means skipping all the hassles of puppyhood and getting right to the fun stuff. Put another way, it’s less chewing and more cuddles … usually.
MIND THE temperature If they’re going to spend their lives chilling in your air-conditioned home, pretty much any dog breed can survive (by avoiding) the extreme desert heat. Some dogs do worse in the heat than others, however. Brachycephalic breeds, like pugs and bulldogs, have a harder time cooling off due to the bone structure of their faces. Additionally, dogs bred to live in northern climates—huskies, Saint Bernards, malamutes—have lots of adaptations to help them endure extreme cold. But those gorgeous, and very warm, double coats don’t do them any favors when it’s 100 degrees outside. Bred in Mexico, Chihuahuas, on the other hand, have short hair and large ears that allow heat to escape. There are also a few rare breeds of dogs from Egypt that do well in the heat, but they’re nearly impossible to find around here. Above all, remember this: No matter what breed of dog you get, don’t leave it outside in the heat of the summer. If you don’t want to be out there, your dog probably doesn’t want to, either. One more warning: Even if you have a hardy cat (or some other fearless species), it’s not a good idea to let them face the elements on their own. Cars, disease and coyotes are perennial dangers to any animal, and some animals, like cats, can themselves pose a danger to the local wildlife.
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WHERE TO ADOPT THE ANIMAL FOUNDATION The Animal Foundation is the “highest volume single-site animal shelter in America,” according to its website. The facility treats and adopts out every type of animal, from cats to pigs to exotics. It contracts with Clark County, the City of Las Vegas and the City of North Las Vegas. animalfoundation.com. CITY OF HENDERSON ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL This group holds regular adoption events at PetSmart on 286 W. Lake Mead Parkway. cityofhenderson. com/animalcontrol. HEAVEN CAN WAIT ANIMAL SOCIETY Since 2000, this nonprofit has worked to prevent pet euthanasia through adoptions, education and spay and neutering. hcws.org. A HOME 4 SPOT ANIMAL RESCUE This volunteer-based organization utilizes fostering to rehabilitate, and then adopt out, abandoned dogs. ahome4spot.com. HOMEWARD BOUND CAT ADOPTIONS This no-kill shelter offers a free-roaming adoption center, which is less stressful for the cats. See below for details about its cool working cat adoption program. homewardboundcats.org. LAS VEGAS VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY This nonprofit corporation saves about 1,000 animals a year. lvvhumane.org. NEVADA SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS (NSPCA) This no-kill shelter has been saving animals since 1982. nevadaspca.org. TORTOISE GROUP If you’d like to be a caretaker of a Nevada icon, you can rescue a desert tortoise through this nonprofit rescue and advocacy group. tortoisegroup.org.
MEET YOUR NEXT (SORTA) PET Unlike dogs, who can’t survive in the wild and need to be re-homed or euthanized, stray cats have a few more options. The friendly ones can be adopted out as family pets. And the feral ones can participate in Trap, Neuter, Return programs, through which they’re sterilized and vaccinated before being released back to their points of origin. But what about cats that don’t fit into either category? Some are a little too wild to be cuddly but can’t stay in their communities for a variety of reasons (local laws, habitat destruction, etc). Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions’ working cat program offers a solution. Cats can be adopted out in groups of two or more as live-in pest control for a home or business. It’s a new take on the old tradition of a barn cat, with an added bonus: Adoption fees are waived and preliminary supplies are provided. “These cats provide 24/7 natural, eco-friendly pest-control service in a mutually beneficial need—a home for the cats and feline friendship for the adopters,” Homeward Bound’s Carol Fox said in a press statement. “Most cats learn to trust and care for their adopter, so even though they may never curl up in your lap, they will show their appreciation in other ways.” –C. Moon Reed
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Kiley Esprecion, dog coordinator for Heaven Can Wait, with Calypso, an 18-month-old husky-shepherd mix, outside the Florence McClure Women’s Correctional Center (Steve Marcus/Staff)
Dogs and female prisoners get a second chance Through Pups on Parole By C. Moon Reed
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serving time for a murder she says she didn’t commit, the then-inmate trained more than 100 homeless and/or abandoned dogs, preparing them to be family pets. “It’s a blessing and a half.” So far, some 4,000 dogs and 1,000 humans have participated in Pups on Parole, according to Kiley Esprecion, dog coordinator for Heaven Can Wait. Handlers must make a yearlong commitment, learn the curriculum, stay out of trouble and maintain a full-time prison job. (The idea is to acclimate dogs to life on the outside with an owner who works all day.) A day on the Pups on Parole circuit starts at 4:30 a.m., when handlers wake up to care for their dogs and take them on a 30-minute-minimum morning walk. “It’s very rigorous, and it’s a lot of hard work,” Roever says. “We’re walking
the dogs in all weather.” Before heading to work, handlers make sure everything’s tidy and the pups are set for the day. “We lived in such small quarters with two people and sometimes two dogs in a room with all your belongings, you’d have to make sure that things were put up,” Roever says. After work, handlers repeat the morning process, but with extra time devoted to playing and training. They address behavioral issues and teach dogs basic obedience: sit, stay, come, heel and down. If dogs aren’t immediately adopted, handlers teach them more complicated commands, like hand gestures, agility work and tricks. Esprecion says an ironic favorite is “hit the wall,” where the dogs pretend to ready themselves for a police pat down. “People who have adopted a dog from Pups on Parole always have a wonderful story to tell about their pup,” Esprecion says. “Many adopters stop by our adop-
tion events to brag about their furbabies.” Roever, who was released in 2019 after 26 years in prison, went on to work at a pet store. She also has a rescue dog of her own, a miniature pinscher mix named Twix. Roever says that most female inmates are survivors, either of abuse, sexual assault or other serious situations, and that Pups on Parole helps them heal. The dogs enter the program “just as broken and abused as many of us were,” and then the handlers rehabilitate them and send them off to new homes. “To see the changes in them and to experience their unconditional love is just transformative,” Roever says. “We say all the time, while we’re saving their lives, they’re saving ours.” To adopt a dog that’s been trained through the Pups on Parole program in partnership with the Heaven Can Wait Animal Society, visit hcws.org.
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OTHER SPECIES TO CONSIDER There’s a world of pet options out there beyond cats and dogs. (Just be aware that exotic pets require as much if not more care than traditional ones.) SMALL RODENTS Parents who aren’t ready to get their kids dogs or cats often opt for a gerbil, hamster, mouse or rat. Just remember that small rodents, especially rats, are very smart and need lots of mental stimulation to be happy. Also, cleaning their cages isn’t fun.
FISH A simple goldfish can be a great low-maintenance pet, and a giant aquarium can be a decorative showstopper … albeit a high-maintenance and expensive one.
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REPTILES They require a ton of research and care, but they can be very rewarding … in a coldblooded way.
Before you get your heart set on a pet hippopotamus, find out if it’s legal where you live. (Spoiler alert: It’s not.) We consulted the rules for Clark County, but Southern Nevada jurisdictions can vary, so check with yours.
BIRDS Start with a small bird like a cockatiel or parakeet. Just know that birds are smart, curious, highly social and very long-lived.
PIGS There’s no such thing as a “micro pig,” explains Brenda Arceo, adoptions manager for the Animal Foundation. She says many people buy baby piglets, only to watch them grow into 100-plus-pound creatures. If you want a big pig, go for it. If you want a tiny pig, maybe get a dog.
PERMIT REQUIRED Clark County requires an exotic animal permit to own any of these: primates (like a monkey); big cats (like a bobcat); wolves (or wolf hybrids); badgers; jackals; giraffes; zebras; marine mammals (like a dolphin or sea lion); anteaters; armadillos; reptiles 12 or more feet long; marsupials (except for sugar gliders).
BARNYARD ANIMALS You can adopt chickens, goats and more from the Animal Foundation. They’ll need space and care, but hey, free eggs!
HORSES If you’ve always dreamed of a horse and have the resources to own one, you can bid on a saddle-trained wild horse from the Northern Nevada Correctional Center. Visit blm.gov for more information.
NOT ALLOWED Clark County bans “inherently dangerous exotic or wild animals” that could pose a danger to the general public. So don’t even try to buy a bear, alligator, puma, cheetah, elephant, hippopotamus, gorilla, chimpanzee, hyena, cobra, rattlesnake or Komodo dragon. The ordinance notes that the human species is an exception to the ban against the superfamily hominoidea (no offense, orangutans).
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A few of our favorite pet-friendly dining Spots By Genevie Durano
BRUNCHING Lazy Dog (Downtown Summerlin and Town Square) is the standard bearer for dog patios. Both locations offer ample space and special menus for your pup. If Downtown’s more your jam, Triple George Grill (201 N. 3rd St.) has classic American fare that never disappoints, and neither does its outdoor space, which offers prime people- and dog-watching. If you have a more active pet, fuel up at Mt. Charleston Lodge (5375 Kyle Canyon Road) with its stunning vistas, then take pup for a hike after.
happy hour Big Dog’s Brewing Company (4543 N. Rancho Drive) is tops for handcrafted microbrews and a good place for lazy weekend afternoons. Shakespeare’s Grille & Pub (790 Coronado Center Drive) is a beloved Henderson joint offering more than 100 draft and bottled beers. And Grape Street Cafe (Downtown Summerlin) is an elegant spot for a tipple, with signature cocktails and wines by the glass or the bottle.
COFFEE Plenty of local java joints feature patios for those dog day afternoons. Sunrise Coffee House (3130 E. Sunset Road), the original Mothership Coffee location, has pourovers and handcrafted espressos, as well as vegan and vegetarian food options. The Boca Park location of Sambalatte (750 S. Rampart Blvd. #9) is a good respite in a busy shopping center. And should your pet happen to have insomnia, Madhouse Coffee (8470 W. Desert Inn Road) is open 24 hours a day year-round.
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CENTRAL & SOUTH VALLEY Dog Park at Sunset Park 2601 E. Sunset Road Southern Highlands Dog Park 0500 S. Jones Blvd. Fire Station Dog Park 3776 Odessa Falls Ave. The Hydrant Club (paid members-only play space and dog daycare), 109 N. 9th St.
SUMMERLIN & WEST VALLEY Desert Breeze Dog Park 8275 Spring Mountain Road Woofter Family Park, 1600 Rock Springs Drive Barkin Basin Park 7351 W. Alexander Road Police Memorial Park 3250 Metro Academy Way
NORTH VALLEY Craig Ranch Regional Park (features three dog parks) 628 W. Craig Road Kellogg Zaher Sports Complex Dog Park 7901 W. Washington Ave. Centennial Hills Park 7101 N. Buffalo Drive Winding Trails Park 7250 N. Fort Apache Road
EAST VALLEY Clark County Dog Fancier’s Park 5800 E. Flamingo Road Justice Myron E. Leavitt & Jaycee Community Park 2100 E. St. Louis Ave Molasky Family Park 1065 E. Twain Ave.
HENDERSON Bark Park at Heritage Park 350 S. Racetrack Road Paseo Vista Park 2505 Paseo Verde Parkway Cactus Wren Park 2900 Ivanpah Drive Equestrian Park South 1298 Equestrian Drive
Jack, an 11-month-old Boxer (left), and Sparky, an 18-month-old Miniature Goldendoodle, play at the Bark Park at Heritage Park in Henderson. (Steve Marcus/Staff)
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fresh baked goods, soups and coffees “instead of the option of going to buy [something] readymade and microwaved,” Britton says. “There’s always the question, ‘How did you come to open up a bakery here?’” Britton says, adding that the owners “love” living in Pahrump. “It’s the same question that people always [ask], and they’re astounded as much as you are.” Whatever you do, don’t leave town without hitting Pourhouse (1101 NV-160, 775-537-1111), a sports bar and Indian restaurant attached to the Best Western Pahrump Oasis. Manager Gurdey Rai says the response has been “mostly positive” since owner Sukhbir Dhillon bought the Best Western property and remodeled the sports bar—formerly known as Draft Picks—in 2017. “Some people, as far as the Indian food, are not willing to give it a try, but it’s been great and it’s working out,” Rai says. Pourhouse still offers typical bar fare like burgers and wings, but it’s the northern Indian food that makes it an absolute must-stop. Where else in Pahrump can you find absolutely delectable and rich paneer tikka masala and lamb rogan josh at a sports bar? The answer is nowhere, and that’s exactly why you need to go.
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Small but mighty Cubanidad 1885 brings island flavors to life By Jason Harris
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When we say Cubanidad 1885 is small, we’re talking three tables and a few counter seats. It feels like a secret you’ll want to be in on. Running the ship for the Cuban restaurant is Chef Dennis Martinez Miranda, who previously worked in his family’s restaurant in Venezuela and an upscale Latin fusion spot in Miami. On Cubanidad’s website, Miranda states, “The real secret [my secret] is in your heart—to follow your instincts.” Those instincts have resulted in some of the city’s best riffs on Cuban food. Flaky empanadas ($2.75 each) are a good way to start—or finish—any meal. The most interesting choice might be ropa vieja and plantain, though the simplersounding spinach and is also a standout. CUBANIDAD 1885 cheese The similarly textured 3585 S. Fort Pastelitos Cubanos ($2.50) Apache Road, offer sweet fillings, includ702-846-5312. ing guava and cheese and Daily, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. sweet coconut. You can’t go wrong with either. There are three iterations of the famed Cuban sandwich, if you include the Medianoche (midnight), which you should, because it’s a banger. Smoked ham, roasted pork, Swiss cheese and homemade mustard sauce comingle on pressed sweet egg dough bread, which plays perfectly against all those savory items. You can also grab a filling plate featuring your favorite protein, like the aforementioned ropa vieja ($10)—shredded, stewed beef with an abundance of flavor—along with rice and a side. There are many to choose from, including sweet plantain maduros, sweet potato mash and fried yucca with mojo. Buen provecho, indeed.
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By Ricardo Torres-Cortez n image of the scarf-wearing crew reflects off of Michael Denman’s aviator shades as soccer chants erupt from the Cashman Field bleachers on a crisp Saturday morning. It’s mid-January, two months before the Las Vegas Lights kick off their third season in the United Soccer League, and the team’s most faithful followers have already shown up—for an open house. Denman, who sports the team’s yellow and blue colors on feathers attached to his bolero hat, is among a handful of seasonticket holders selecting their seats for the season ahead. Others, like the crew across the way, are cheering on hundreds of young athletes spread across the pitch for open tryouts. As coach Eric Wynalda runs prospective players through drills, the fan group rains down bass thuds, snare clacks and trumpet puffs, fine-tuning the techniques they’ll utilize for 17 regular-season home games starting March 14 against Sacramento. “The key is really to just come down and enjoy it,” Denman says. “It’s another piece of our Las Vegas community, no different than the Knights, the Aces or the Aviators. If people don’t show up, the team goes away. We want them to stay here.” Denman can probably rest easy on that front. Lights owner and CEO Brett Lashbrook says fan reaction has eclipsed expectations during the first two seasons. He points out that the Lights’ average of 8,000-plus fans per game ranks fourth among the USL’s 35 active franchises. Lashbrook has emphasized the fan experience while keeping tickets affordable, the key to keeping what he calls “the people’s sport” thriving in Southern Nevada. Season-ticket prices actually went down this year and start at $200, which includes an official Lights jersey that retails at $80. That sort of value helped turn Denman into a soccer fan. The college history instructor, who describes himself as a nerdy, arty theater kid, says he began taking an interest in the sport just as the team arrived in Las Vegas. Denman followed from afar during the first season, then attended a few games last year, when he became hooked
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and sprung for 2020 season tickets. He says he likes to arrive 45 minutes before the first whistle, often attending with his father so they can “take in the atmosphere” outside the stadium. Each game includes a fan fiesta boasting live music, food and games for children. The excitement increases inside, where pregame ceremonies include appearances by the team llamas—Dollie and Dottie—and the motorcycle-riding, Elvis-impersonator mascot, Cash the Soccer Rocker. The Lights regularly schedule fireworks shows and have even hosted helicopter cash drops for fans the past two seasons. Lashbrook promises even wilder promotions this season, describing his plans as “bigger, better and bolder, with more swagger and moxie—and a whole lot of confetti.” Once the teams hit the field, fans get a taste of what it’s like to watch a match in soccer hotbeds like Mexico City, London or Buenos Aires, Argentina, surrounded by exhilarated fans and enveloped by colorful smoke. With so many other sports options now available in Las Vegas, Lashbrook says the Lights have to be aggressive in carving their own niche. He can’t promise wins on the field—though he expects an improvement from last year’s 11-15-8 record—but he says he can guarantee smiling faces off of it. Even on a chilly day in January, the family atmosphere at Cashman is evident. Cash the mascot is high-fiving children. A few fans not banging on drums are waving oversized flags. Jenny Garst is taking it all in. She says she used to dislike soccer enough to make fun of it, but everything changed when she went to a Lights game. Now she’s known for dragging along friends—like Patrick Hawkinson and Roberta Ward, who have joined Garst to watch tryouts. Even if you haven’t been turned on to soccer yet, they say, Lights games are an event in their own right. “Why wouldn’t you come down?” Garst asks.
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Got milk alternatives? Breaking down the nutritional value and environmental impact of the various versions By Kelcie Grega f you grew up in the ’90s—or have kids who did—you surely remember the “Got milk?” campaign. Posters featuring celebrities—from Britney Spears to Kermit the Frog—plastered school hallways and lunchrooms, reminding those who walked by how milk helps growing bones stay healthy and strong. Two decades after those two words entered our consciousness, it might be time to rethink what kind of milk—if any—we should be drinking. Some studies dispute the necessity of milk for adults. Some people can’t tolerate it at all, but most who have a bad reaction to milk aren’t allergic to it, says Dr. Evelyn Montalvo Stanton, a pediatrician at the UNLV School of Medicine. They just have difficulty digesting lactose, a sugar found in dairy products. And lactose intolerance can increase with age, with only 40% of the population able to digest lactose into adulthood. Some ethnicities are more lactose intolerant than others. Those of African, Asian and Ashkenazi Jewish descent, for example, have a higher lactose intolerance rate—between 75% and 90%—
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than those of northern European descent (18% to 26%). Other types of milk aren’t hard to find, but the nutritional differences are vast. Plant-based soy milk, for example, is a good alternative for those with a dairy allergy or lactose intolerance, but doesn’t provide as much protein or riboflavin, aka vitamin B2. There are environmental concerns to take into consideration, too. Almond milk, which has seen a massive spike in consumption over the past five years for being a low-calorie, vegan alternative, is easy to find in grocery stores and coffee shops, but some argue it negatively impacts the ecosystem, particularly for bees. The Guardian recently reported that “50 billion bees—more than seven times the world’s human population—were wiped out in a few months during winter 2018-19,” partially attributable to “America’s reliance on industrial agriculture methods, especially those used by the almond industry.” In other words, there’s a lot to weigh when it comes to choosing the right kind of milk. Here’s a guide to help you decide …
It’s the most common and familiar variety, and it provides vitamins and minerals like vitamin D, calcium and potassium. Regular milk can be high in saturated fats, however, so most health officials recommend drinking a nonfat version. Additionally, the protein in cow’s milk is a common allergen, so some doctors prefer lactose-free milk— cow’s milk with added enzymes that break down lactose into more digestible sugars. Also worth noting: One glass of cow’s milk can have at around three times the environmental cost of a glass of nondairy milk, according to a 2018 Oxford study.
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Unsweetened almond milk is a popular vegan alternative for its silky, nutty taste, and reduced calories and carbs per serving. It’s rich in antioxidant vitamin E but low in protein. Some brands are fortified with added vitamins like A and D, but that varies from brand to brand. In addition to its potential impact on bees, almond milk has other environmental effects. For example, it requires a lot of water to produce—more than one gallon of water per almond, The Guardian reported.
Hemp milk is made from ground, soaked hemp seeds and is high in healthy omega-3 and omega-6 unsaturated fats. Hemp seeds are also one of the best sources of plant-based proteins and contain more calcium than dairy milk, according to U.S. News and World Report. Like almond milk, hemp milk has a nutty flavor with a creamy consistency, somewhat thicker than skim milk and other milk alternatives. Hemp milk is typically low in carbs, and it’s best to look for unsweetened brands. Oh, and for those wondering, no, you won’t get high on hemp milk, which contains only trace amounts of THC, the compound in marijuana that produces psychoactive effects.
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Coconut milk is a popular alternative for its taste and creamy consistency, but it’s high in saturated fats compared with dairy and soy milk. Some brands are fortified with protein and essential vitamins and minerals to increase the nutritional value. It’s also a safe, dairy-free alternative for those with nut or tree allergies, and some argue drinking coconut milk can boost good cholesterol levels.
Soy comes closest to dairy milk nutritionally, since soybeans are a good source of protein, according to a 2017 study published in the Journal of Food Science and Technology. Soy milk also contains cancer-fighting agents like isoflavones, and uses less water and land while producing fewer carbon emissions than cow’s milk, making it a more environmentally conscious choice. It has limitations, however, particularly for those with soy allergies. Soy milk contains compounds known by some as antinutrients, believed by some to have detrimental effects on digestion.
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Oat milk can be a strong alternative for those looking for something higher in fiber, and also a great option for those with soy and nut allergies. Commercial oat milk brands are generally fortified with vitamins A, D, B2 and B12, along with minerals like calcium. The production of oat milk has a less-adverse environmental impact than almond or soy milk. But oat milk is generally higher in calories and carbs, and contains less protein than soy or dairy milk.
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hen Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom voted to raise the county’s sales tax by an eighth of a percent in September, he knew he was increasing a regressive tax that disproportionately impacts low-income individuals. But the tax hike was one of the only ways the county could boost funding for education and homelessness, two areas commissioners say are in need of extra cash, according to Segerblom. “If we could raise the corporate income tax, the mining tax, things like that, that would be great,” he said. “But short of that, the simplest and fastest way to raise money is unfortunately the sales tax.” The commission-approved tax hike brings the sales tax rate in Clark County to 8.375%, an all-time high in Nevada. In the next two years, it could go up even more; the Clark County Education Association (CCEA) is petitioning to raise a portion of the sales tax, known as the local school support tax, by 1.5% to boost public education funding. With the Legislature having failed to allocate substantial new revenue to education during the 2019 session, another sales tax hike might be the
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best, most immediate way to increase funding, said CCEA Executive Director John Vellardita. Those criticizing the union’s attempt to raise the sales tax should recognize that lawmakers have not identified an alternative funding source for schools, he said. “We haven’t seen any effort, any voice, any activity over the last several [legislative] sessions led by those who criticize it as regressive to change the way it is now,” Vellardita said. These recent efforts to raise the sales tax appear to be part of a larger, years-long pattern in Nevada. Regressive and unstable due to its dependence on consumers’ volatile spending habits, the sales tax has nonetheless been the largest tax-generated source of revenue in Nevada for years. Between 2019 and 2021, 29.6% of all revenue in the state’s general fund was raised through the sales tax, according to the Department of Taxation’s annual revenue report. But three trends are creating challenges for the state’s reliance on the sales tax, said Jeremy Ague-
ro of the Nevada-based financial consulting firm Applied Analysis. One pertains to the types of goods subject to the tax in Nevada. With the state’s sales tax base already one of the narrowest in the country, recently approved sales tax exemptions for food, medical equipment and feminine hygiene products have slimmed that base down even more, Aguero said. There are ethical questions to consider when taxing those products, since most consider them to be necessities. But taxing them also made sales tax revenue more resilient in times of economic downturn, said Marvin Leavitt, a former state lobbyist and former director of finance for the City of Las Vegas. “If you have a recession, people still buy food, but they don’t buy other things. So [exemptions] make the tax less stable,” Leavitt said. Additionally, more Nevadans are spending their income on non-taxable services rather than goods, Aguero said. Unlike many states across the country, services in Nevada—attorneys, electricity, re-
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“If a house was valued at $300,000 and the value went down to $200,000, the property taxes would decrease,” Leavitt said. “But then if property values increased, we were limited on how much [taxes] could grow in any one year.” The limit on property tax growth applies statewide, but fast-growing counties like Clark and Washoe have been affected the most by this, he said. One of the reasons Nevada has historically relied heavily on sales taxes is because of the state’s high number of visitors. While property taxes are only applied to permanent residents, the more than 40 million people who visit Las Vegas every year contribute to sales tax revenue through in-state purchases, reducing residents’ overall tax burden. But that point is becoming less compelling when looking at visitation and population trends, Aguero said. Because of Southern Nevada’s ballooning population and declining growth in visitation, the number of visitors per permanent resident is going down. As the state continues to diversify
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its economy to rely less on hospitality, this trend could become more pronounced, he said. “If there’s fewer visitors for every man, woman and child, then the subsidy that’s created by visitor activity is spread thin over a growing number of actual, full-time residents,” Aguero said. “That puts stress on the sales tax’s ability to continue to provide services.” Nonetheless, revenue from the sales tax overall has been on the upswing over the past year or two. Sales tax revenue brought in $1.09 billion to the state in fiscal year 2018, a 4.8% increase from the year prior. Aguero attributes that high revenue to the taxation of internet sales, approved with a 2018 Supreme Court ruling. A spurt of high-budget construction projects, such as Resorts World and Allegiant Stadium, have also generated substantial revenue because construction materials are subject to the sales tax, Aguero said. The question he posed was whether that trend would sustain itself over the long term, especially if the economy suffers. As far as Leavitt is concerned, it’s time for lawmakers to examine the state’s tax system, including sales and property taxes. “There are a whole bunch of things, I suppose, that sometime in the future, the Legislature needs to do a lot of work on to see if we have the right mix based on the way the current economy is,” Leavitt said. But until changes are made, local lawmakers and advocates will continue to push for more revenue for services when needed, even if it’s done through the sales tax. The CCEA hopes to resolve a legal challenge from the Metro Chamber of Commerce to its proposed local school support tax increase and to secure enough signatures from residents to bring its proposal to the Legislature in 2021, Vellardita said. “In lieu of an alternative, how are we going to fund our schools?” he asked.
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High School Football Coaches Association. “Thank God we have trainers, because it takes a lot of pressure [off] us.” High school sports participation is trending down for the first time in 30 years, and a national decline in football participation is a significant reason why, a survey conducted by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) reveals. Even though the number of schools offering football has remained steady, participation dropped to 1,006,013 in the 2018-19 school year, the lowest mark since 1,002,734 for the 1999-2000 school year, according to the federation. That’s partially due to concerns surrounding the risk of injury, such as concussions and other more severe traumatic brain injuries, federal officials noted. One recent peer-reviewed study reported that concussion rates during high school football games are on the rise. The study, released in October by Pediatrics, the official journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), concluded that football had the highest concussion rate at 10.4 per 10,000 exposures, followed by girls’ soccer at 8.19 and boys’ ice hockey at 7.69. But Donnie Nelson, assistant director of the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA), says high school football is safer than ever before. “Our leaders at the NFHS have returned that there is a decreasing number of concussions in practices as well, because of the limited time designated for full contact [drills, plays, etc.],” he says. “The preseason policies adopted by our NIAA schools have our coaches saying the same things.” It’s important to note that researchers from the AAP study concluded that while concussions during games were on the rise, concussion rates during practice have declined over the past five years. In Nevada, football concussion rates have taken a slight dip, from 102 cases in 2015 to 96 cases in 2018. In Nevada, participation in high school football has also been on the rise since bottoming out in 2017 at 6,781. In 2019, that number rose to 8,147. Nelson notes that some schools in Nevada have doubled their teams, so the number is probably closer to 7,400. “We believe the football participation number will continue to grow, as the youth leagues also seem to be rebounding after their low some five to seven years ago,” Nel-
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We really were one of the top districts in the country when it came to the concussion protocol and identifying player safety.” son says. “The increase in youth participation numbers is trickling up now.” For that, Nelson credits the way gameplaying rules and strategies have evolved over the years. Ahead of the curve In 2011, Nevada enacted a law requiring the NIAA to adopt guidelines and protocols to address sports injuries like concussions. Athletes who exhibit signs or symptoms that appear consistent with a concussion—loss of consciousness, balance problems, headache, dizziness or confusion—must immediately be removed from games or practices, returning only until after they have been cleared by a qualified health care professional. Nevada schools were ahead of the issue before these rule changes. In 2004, the Clark County School District instituted the ImPACT evaluation system to clear athletes for concussion before going back onto the field. ImPACT, an online tool, tests each athlete’s memory, attention span and problem-solving skills. Players are then required to go through a series of additional balance and physical stress tests. Muraco says NFHS encourages rugbystyle tackling, done by driving a shoulder into an opposing player’s hip, wrapping him up and taking him to the ground while the defensive player keeps his head to the side of the body. Muraco, who has also coached wrestling, baseball, track and field and flag football, says concussions were generally taken seriously if players exhibited more extreme symptoms such as dizziness, light sensitivity or loss of consciousness. “Even the kids themselves wouldn’t report the lesser symptoms,” he says. “When things didn’t stand out as obvious, we didn’t know any better, so we may have rushed some kids to play that we shouldn’t have.” Coaches now receive training on how
to detect concussions, and Clark County schools also have athletic trainers to assess a player’s injury. “We really were one of the top districts in the country when it came to the concussion protocol and identifying player safety,” Muraco says. Concussion study While there have been strides made in the sports industry with regards to mitigating the risks associated with concussions and traumatic brain injury, there are still quite a few unknowns when it comes to brain injuries in athletes. Concussions can range in severity and are often unpredictable, UNLV researcher Jefferson Kinney says. The founding chair of the school’s brain health department, Kinney explains that concussions can cause subtle difficulties in cognitive function or motor coordination, along with memory loss and behavioral problems. It’s a subject Kinney hopes to tackle through a collaborative effort with the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and Indiana University. Kinney says he believes the keys to diagnosing these injuries are blood-based biomarkers—proteins in the blood that can be used to indicate the presence of a disease. He plans to build upon the research his team has already done studying mixed martial arts fighters, which has shed some light on the difference between athletes and control groups. The next step is to turn the research into a systemic investigation. Kinney says, in particular, he hopes to understand whether one massive blow to the head has more severity than several, smaller sub-concussive blows. “When someone loses consciousness, everyone understands that’s a problem,” he says. “But if it’s a small blow, oftentimes trainers and coaches can’t detect it. Each may vary in the level of severity, but there may be some carryover, which may lead to a problem.”
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any Nevada ghost towns were rapidly established by miners and prospectors and abandoned as soon as the mines dried up. But St. Thomas, founded in 1865 as a Mormon farming outpost, was ultimately abandoned for a less typical reason: It was about to drown. The development of the Hoover Dam and subsequent formation of Lake Mead submerged St. Thomas in 1938, forcing the town’s residents to flee. The remains of the former town, located in Lake Mead National Recreation Area near Moapa Valley, stayed underwater until 2003, when extreme drought caused the lake to recede enough to re-expose the area. Since then, the ghost town has become a tourist attraction and an occasional reunion site for the descendants of former residents, most of whom relocated to Overton and Logandale in Moapa Valley. “There are quite a few of them still around,” says Robin Maughan, executive director of the Old Logandale School Historical and Cultural Society in the town of Moapa Valley. In 2019, National Park Service staff installed interpretive signs along the 2.5-mile St. Thomas trail to give visitors more information about St. Thomas’ history. The trail follows the former streets of St. Thomas and features the remains of building foundations, water-damaged but
prominent. Working with local historians, former residents and their descendants, the National Park Service identified the owners and uses of almost all the buildings still visible in the ghost town. Visitors can now view the remains and images of the original buildings side by side thanks to the interpretative signs. “A lot of what we know about this area is from spoken word,” says Chelsea Kennedy, public affairs officer for Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Although St. Thomas was established by Mormons who thought they were still in Utah, those inhabitants left the settlement six years later after the state borders were adjusted. Other settlers moved into the area during the years that followed. In its heyday during the late 1800s to early 20th century, St. Thomas had a school, a general store, a post office, a blacksmith shop and a hotel. Its peak population was 500, and industries included salt mining and agriculture. The town was also a stopping point on the first automobile route between Salt Lake City and LA, known as the Arrowhead Trail, Kennedy says. In 1928, President Calvin Coolidge authorized the construction of what would become the Hoover Dam. Promised compensation by the federal government, residents began to move out, often dismantling their homes to reuse the valuable building materials. By 1935, the water started rising, and
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the town was virtually abandoned. “They were given a certain dollar amount for their homes,” Maughan says. “It basically was, ‘Take it or leave it,’ because their homes were going to be covered up.” The last resident of the town was Hugh Lord, who famously stayed until 1938, when the water came lapping at his door. He escaped by boat after burning his home to the ground, according to Maughan. “He did not want it taken by the lake,” she says. Over the years, the town sometimes became visible again during unusually dry seasons, Maughan says. On those rare occasions, former residents would meet at the site of the town and hold a reunion and ceremony, she says. The most recent one took place in 2012. But unprecedented drought conditions in the early 2000s that continue to this day have brought the site well above the lake level, perhaps permanently. It would take at least 20 years of above-average precipitation for lake levels to exceed the elevation of the town again, Kennedy says. “One day, hopefully it will be [submerged] and the lake will be back to higher levels, but not anytime soon,” she said. Today, Maughan knows of one former St. Thomas resident who’s still alive and living in Hurricane, Utah. Others with ties to the former town frequently stop by the historical society with questions about its history, she says. “People will bring me their family histories and leave me a copy,” Maughan says. “It’s like they want me to know their ancestors.” While she has no direct connection to St. Thomas, Maughan has become fascinated by its history, especially from living in Moapa Valley, where many former St. Thomas families reside. Through the local historical society, she hopes to ensure that the town isn’t lost. “I feel like we don’t have a presence here in Logandale and Overton without St. Thomas,” Maughan says. “We started in St. Thomas, and I don’t want that connection forgotten.”
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BY BRYAN HORWATH fter spending much of their adult lives working for someone else, Hiram and Glenda Toro decided they were ready for a change. Glenda was employed in human resources at UNLV, while Hiram was a business professor at the College of Southern Nevada. This month, they went into business for themselves by opening Dogtopia, a dog day care in Summerlin. The franchise mirrors the 100-plus Dogtopia locations nationwide, meaning, “You don’t have to reinvent the wheel,” Hiram Toro said. Buying into a franchise has plenty of safeguards, namely that owners become part of an established brand with a company already versed in operating. A fast-food restaurant, for instance, has a certain way to make a sandwich, and that sandwich will taste the same wherever you order it. The most significant challenge is coming up with the money to start. Companies often have capital requirements, including liquid capital benchmarks that must be met before potential owners can be considered for franchisee opportunities. Hiram said it took roughly $100,000 to open the location. “What you get back, though, is that feeling of creation, of doing something constructive,” he said. “Your business kind of becomes like your son or your daughter. It’s a labor of love. For many years, I did what I needed to do; now I’m doing what I want to do.” The Toros are hardly the only business owners in Southern Nevada who have recently gotten into franchising. Nevada is one of the best spots in the country to do it, according to the International Franchise Association, a trade organization that recently ranked Ne-
vada 10th on its list of the top U.S. states for franchise growth in 2020. Texas, Colorado and Arkansas were ranked as the top three states. “The franchise industry is responsible for creating tens of thousands of opportunities for small-business ownership across the country and millions of jobs for Americans,” said Robert Cresanti, the franchise association’s president and CEO. A booming area with steady population growth, Southern Nevada is ripe for franchise opportunities,
Cresanti said. “Nevada has a thriving economy, a growing workforce and a good cost of living, particularly compared to its largest neighboring state,” he said. “Additionally, the state has a stable, pro-business regulatory climate that helps franchise growth.” Traditionally, people think of some of the popular fast-food franchise brands—McDonald’s, Subway or Taco Bell—but opportunities can come in all sorts of industries. “We’ve seen many young entrepreneurs opening franchises in the personal services sector, which is the fastest-growing franchise sector in the country,” Cresanti said. “The types of businesses—personal care salons, specialty exercise studios—are growing rapidly, both in Nevada and across the country.” Cresanti said it’s vital to research particular franchise brands before making any type of investment. “The single most important thing to remember is to do your homework before you buy a franchise,” Cresanti said. “Franchising can be a great opportunity, but every brand isn’t for every person. Ownership can be a huge time and financial commitment.” Franchise ownership and the jobs that come with those endeavors are responsible for about 74,000 jobs in Nevada, the franchise association reports. “It’s a good time to be in Las Vegas, [and] I think it will continue to be a good market here for some time to come,” Hiram Toro said. “We’re the little giant right now in the United States. We’re this little city that’s getting all this exposure. I think we have nothing to do but grow.”
From left, owners Hiram Toro (with Milo) and Glenda Alemany-Toro and GM Daniel Toro run their Dogtopia franchise in Summerlin. (Wade Vandervort/Staff)
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Nigro Development and Nigro Construction completed the new Fairfield Inn by Marriott in Centennial Hills. The 87-room, limited-service hotel encompasses a 49,918 square feet and is the first hotel built in the area in the past 15 years. Bret Bananto, Las Vegas native and longtime food industry professional, was promoted to vice president and general manager of casino sales at US Foods. Bananto will enhance and lead US Foods’ focus within the casino segment in Las Vegas and the Southwest, while building a scalable market strategy for the company. He has been with US Foods for over 25 years and previously served as vice president of local sales. The City of Henderson received the 2020 Outstanding Building of the Year Award from the Nevada chapter of the Building Owners and Managers Association for Whitney Ranch Recreation Center in the category of public assembly buildings. B&P Advertising, Media and Public Relations added three employees to its creative team. Jasmine Alicea joined as a production artist. Alicea previously worked at DLG Group in New Jersey designing toy and electronic packaging. Quinn La also joined B&P as a production artist. He is a seasoned professional with more than 12 years of design and production experience, and previously worked at MGM Resorts International. Travis Culp joined B&P as print production manager. His skill set includes all aspects of the production process, from preflight and proofing to print production management, project coordination and estimating. Culp’s advertising agency experience includes a stint at SK+G Advertising.
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LIVE music 172 Kiss This (Kiss tribue) 2/29. Rio, 702-513-3356.
3/24. Galactic ft. Anjelika Jelly Joseph, Anders Osborne, Jackie Greene, Chali 2na 3/25. Bad Religion, Alkaline Trio 3/27. Action Bronson 3/31. Linq Promenade, 702-862-2695.
Backstage Bar & Billiards Hot Snakes, Kills Birds, Mercy Music 2/29. 601 Fremont St., 702-382-2227.
Bunkhouse Saloon Singer-Songwriter Night 2/27. White Reaper, The Aquadolls 2/28. Patrick Droney 2/29. Beauty and the Beat 3/5. Esta 3/6. Uniform & The Body, Dreamdecay, Four Gras 3/7. Babes N Blues 3/8. Milquetoast & Co. 3/10. Dirty Streets, Void Vator 3/11. Shopping, Automatic , Girl Friday, Ariel View, Negative Nancys 3/13. Louis XIV 3/14. Ian Crawford 3/20. Summer Salt 3/22. Dan Luke & The Raid 3/24. High Reeper, Sonolith, Haxa 3/25. 124 S. 11th St., 702-982-1764.
THE BARBERSHOP Stanley Avenue 2/27. Heavy Petting Zoo 2/28. The 442s 2/29. Corey Brown Trio 3/1. Cosmopolitan, 702-698-7434.
The Chelsea Dave Matthews Band 2/28. Brantley Gilbert, Dylan Scott, Brandon Lay 3/28. Cosmopolitan, 702-698-6797.
THE BOXX Nothing to Prove 2/29. 1000 N. Nellis Blvd., 702-824-5281.
CLEOPATRA’S BARGE Dionne Warwick 2/273/1. Wayne Newton 3/2-3/4. Caesars Palace, 866-227-5938.
ACCESS SHOWROOM Arrested Development 2/29. Aliante Casino, 702-692-7777. AMERICAN LEGION POST 8 Sanction, SeeYouSpaceCowboy, Vamachara, Typecaste, Dying Wish 2/27. 733 N. Veterans Memorial Drive, 702-382-8533.
Brooklyn Bowl Thrice, mewithoutYou, Drug Church, Holy Fawn 2/27. Overkill, Exhorder, Hydraform 2/28. Donavon Frankenreiter 3/5. Rakim 3/6. Dance Gavin Dance, Animals as Leaders, Veil of Maya, Royal Coda 3/13. Rebel Souljahz, Kelandy, Vana Liya 3/15. Ween 3/193/21. Silverstein, I the Mighty, Four Year Strong
Count’s VAMP’D Stoney Curtis 2/27. Tinnitus, Alligator Blood, Never Ending Last Words 2/28. Jizzy Pearl’s Love/Hate, Jeff Carlson Band 2/29. 750 W. Sahara Ave., 702-220-8849.
Encore Theater Harry Connick Jr. 2/28-2/29. Dwight Yoakam & The Bakersfield Beat 3/4, 3/63/7. Lionel Richie 3/11, 3/13-3/14. Robbie Williams 3/24-3/25, 3/27-3/28, 3/31. Wynn, 702-770-6696.
DALLAS EVENTS CENTER Amanda Miguel, Diego Verdaguer 2/28. Texas Station, 702-631-1000.
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Saturday, February 29 · 8:00pm Lawrence, Barakuda, Triceradrops, Sentinel 7 2/28. 3771 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702-733-7625. Henderson Pavilion Heart & Soul Festival 2/29. 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, 702-267-4849. House of Blues Bush, Stabbing Westward, The Jacks 2/28. Wacken Metal Battle, Aura Surreal 3/1. La Sonora Tropicana 3/5. Linkin Park vs. Rage Against the Machine (tribute) 3/6. The Smiths vs. The Strokes (tribute) 3/7. DaVido, The Compozers, Mick Jenkins 3/9. Trippie Redd, BlocBoy JB 3/13. The Winehouse Experience (Amy Winehouse tribute) 3/14. Ivy Queen 3/15. David Lee Roth 3/18, 3/20-3/21, 3/25, 3/27-3/28. Como la Flor Band (Selena tribute) 3/22. Noche de Rock (Mana/ Soda Stereo tribute) 3/24. Say My Name 3/26. (B Side) Evol Walks, Mother Mercury 2/29. Mandalay Bay, 702-632-7600. Orleans Showroom Loverboy 2/29. 702-365-7111. Park Theater Cher 2/28-2/29. Bruno Mars 3/6-3/7. 311 3/11-3/13. Park MGM, 844-600-7275. Pearl CONCERT THEATER Billy Idol 3/6-3/7, 3/11, 3/13-3/14. Il Volo 3/15. Melanie Martinez, Sub Urban 3/20. Prince Royce 3/21. Palms, 702-944-3200. THE Railhead Wishbone Ash 2/27. Boulder Station, 702-432-7777. Sand Dollar Lounge Chris Tofield 2/27. Rod DeGeorge’s Guitar Gods Review (tribute) 2/28. Marilyn B, The Moanin’ Blacksnakes 2/29. Chris Tofield 3/1. So Stoked 3/5. 3355 Spring Mountain Road, 702-485-5401. STAR OF THE DESERT ARENA Los Huracanes del Norte 2/29. Primm, 702-386-7867. Stoney’s Rockin’ Country Cory Marks 2/28. Town Square, 702-435-2855. SUNCOAST SHOWROOM Evil Waze (Santana tribute) 2/29. 800-745-3000. The TAVERN Gravel Band 2/28. 1113 S. Rainbow Blvd., 702-804-1113. Venetian Theatre. Chicago 2/28-2/29, 3/4, 3/6-3/7, 3/11, 3/13-3/14. 702-414-9000. ZAPPOS THEATER Christina Aguilera 2/28-2/29, 3/4, 3/6-3/7. Planet Hollywood, 702-777-6737.
Comedy BONKERZ COMEDY CLUB Mike Charette 2/27. Rampart Casino, 702-507-5900. Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club Karen Rontowski, Francisco Ramos, Jimmy Burns Thru 3/1. John Joseph, Michael Malone, John Bizarre 3/2-3/8. MGM Grand, 866-740-7711. COMEDY CELLAR Jon Fisch, Mia Jackson, Dan Naturman, Trenton Davis, Mark Cohen 2/273/1. Ty Barnett, Emma Willmann, Joe Machi, Dean Edwards, Mark Cohen 3/2-3/5. Rio, 702777-2782.
The COMEDY WORKS Kevin Farley 2/27-2/29. Plaza, 702-386-2110.
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House of Blues Stephen Lynch 2/29. Mandalay Bay, 702-632-7600. JIMMY KIMMEL’S COMEDY CLUB Jill Kimmel 2/27. Taylor Tomlinson 2/27-3/1. Linq Promenade, 702-777-2782. L.A. COMEDY CLUB Quinn Dahle 2/27-3/1. Adam Hunter 3/2-3/8. Strat, 702-380-7711. LAUGH FACTORY Harry Basil, Kathlene Dunbar, Alan Bursky Thru 3/1. John Mulrooney, Kevin Downey Jr., Traci Skene 3/2-3/8. Tropicana, 702-739-2411. South Point Showroom The Capitol Steps 2/28-3/1. 702-696-7111. Terry Fator TheatrE Ray Romano, David Spade 2/28-2/29. Mirage, 702-792-7777.
MAD DOGS & THE ENGLISHMAN TRIBUTE TO JOE COCKER
Saturday, March 7 · 8:00pm Tickets start at $1995
TREASURE ISLAND THEATRE Joey Diaz 2/28. 702-804-7722. VEGAS THEATRE HUB Cult Fiction 2/28-2/29. 705 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 702-569-9070.
Performing Arts & Culture ARTIFICE Pop-Up Zine 3/1. 1025 S. 1st St. #A, 702-489-6339.
Saturday, March 14 · 8:00pm Tickets start at $2995
THE Smith Center (Reynolds Hall) Shen Yun Thru 3/1. Michael Bolton 3/4. (Cabaret Jazz) The Doo Wop Project 2/28-2/29. Artie Butler 3/1. Composers Showcase 3/4. 702-749-2000. UNLV (Judy Bayley Theatre) UNLV Dance: Creative Constructs 2/28-2/29. 702-895-2787. VEGAS THEATRE COMPANY Men on Boats Thru 3/15. Art Square Theatre, 1025 S. 1st St., #110, 725-222-9661.
JEFFREY OSBORNE Saturday, March 21 · 8:00pm Tickets start at $2995
West Las Vegas LIBRARY Night of Expressions Youth Talent Showcase 2/28. 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 702-229-2787. Windmill Library Opera Las Vegas: Opera Legends in Black 2/28. 7060 W. Windmill Lane, 702-507-6019.
Exhibits ALPHA VOYAGE GALLERY Love’s Exhibit Thru 3/7. 3105 W. Tompkins Ave., 888-831-4844. Barrick Museum of Art (The Work Shop) The Other Side of Paradise thru 3/14. UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, 702-895-3381. Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art Material Existence: Japanese Art From Jōmon Period to Present Thru 4/26. 702-693-7871. Centennial Hills Library Doug Waterfield: Viva Las Vegas Thru 4/7. 6711 N. Buffalo Drive, 702-507-6100.
COMING SOON LIT & MARCY PLAYGROUND - March 28 CANNERYSTOCK 80’S POP - Tributes to Huey Lewis & The News, The Cars, & Madonna - April 3 CANNERYSTOCK 80’S ROCK - Tributes to Van Halen, Def Leppard, & AC/DC - April 4 QUEEN NATION - Tribute to the Music of Queen - April 11
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calendar Charleston HeightS Arts CenteR GALLERY Celebrating Life! Masters Exhibition Thru 4/28. 800 Brush St., 702-229-2787. Clark County Government Center Rotunda Gallery The Impact Thru 3/20. Grand Central Parkway, 702-455-7030. Clark County LIBRARY Desert Companion: Focus on Nevada Thru 3/17. 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3400. CORE CONTEMPORARY NVHead2Toe Thru 2/29. 900 E. Karen Ave. #D222, 702-805-1166. CSN (Artspace Gallery) Mayuko Ono Gray: The Rose Is Always Redder Next Door Thru 3/28. 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave., 702-651-4146. DISTRCT ARTS Night and Day Thru 3/1.
9710 W. Tropicana Ave. East Las Vegas Library Yasmina Chavez: The Suchness of Light Thru 4/21. 2851 E. Bonanza Road 702-507-3500.
Heritage 2/27-5/21. Reception 2/27. (Windows on First) Sierra Slentz: Under the Sky—Ceramic Landscape Wall Series Thru 5/1. 495 S. Main St., 702-229-1012. Left of Center ART GALLERY Wade Hampton: Passages: Faces, Street and Land Thru 3/7. 2207 W. Gowan Road, 702-647-7378.
Enterprise Library Mark Martin: Desert Transplant 2/27-5/10. 25 E. Shelbourne Ave., 702-507-3760. Historic Fifth Street School (Mayor’s Gallery) Aesthetics Primary II Exhibition Thru 5/30 401 S. 4th St., 702-229-6469. IMMERSION VEGAS Banksy: Genius or Vandal? Thru 4/5. Fashion Show, immersion.vegas. Las Vegas City Hall (Grand Gallery) Public Art Collaboration Thru 5/7. (Chamber Gallery) George Ameal Wilson: African American
Neon Museum Tim Burton: Lost Vegas Thru 4/12. 770 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 702-387-6366. Nevada Humanities Program Gallery Margaret, Are You Grieving Thru 3/25. 1017 S. 1st St. #190, nevadahumanities.org. Nevada State Museum Eclectic Nevada Thru 5/31. 309 S. Valley View Blvd., 702-486-5205. Priscilla Fowler Fine ArT Rebekah Andrade
& Don Lyle: Arranged Structers Thru 2/29. 1300 S. Main St. #110, 719-371-5640. Sahara West Library Javier Estrada: Dreams of Ink + Flowers Thru 3/21. Clay Arts Vegas: Awaiting the Flowers Thru 3/21. Jenny Baham: Promised Land Thru 3/29. 9600 W. Sahara Ave., 702-507-3630. Spring Valley Library Rawson-Neal Psychiatric Hospital: Multimedia Art Therapy Thru 5/3. 4280 S. Jones Blvd., 702-507-3820. Summerlin Library Darlene Hutchinson: Your Garden, Your Art Thru 3/1. 1771 Inner Circle Drive, 702-507-3860. UNLV Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art The Other Side of Paradise Thru 3/14. 4505 Maryland Parkway, 702-895-3381 UNLV STUDENT UNION ART GALLERY Seeing in Paint 2 Thru 3/27. 4505 Maryland Parkway, 702-895-4449. West Charleston Library Armand Thomas: Etcetera Thru 5/5. 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., 702-507-3940. West Las Vegas Library Jorge BetancourtPolanco: Life Is Colorful Thru 4/5. 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 702-507-3980. Whitney Library Donita Murphy & Patty Stroupe: What a Wonderful World Thru 4/14. 5175 E. Tropicana Ave., 702-507-4010. Winchester Dondero Cultural Center Gallery Existing in Thought Thru 3/4. 3130 S. McLeod Drive, 702-455-7340. Windmill Library Lisa Fields Clark: Springtime Fanfare Thru 4/28. 7060 W. Windmill Lane, 702-507-6030.
FOOD & DRINK Beer Zombies Festival 2/29. SkinnyFATS, 6261 Dean Martin Drive, bit.ly/2NRnPdc. SMOQUED FOOD + MUSIC FESTIVAL Ft. Hinder, Red Jumpsuit Aparatus & more 2/29. Craig Ranch Regional Park, bit.ly/2utQ1MG.
SPORTS MOUNTAIN WEST MEN’S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 3/4-3/7. Thomas & Mack Center, 702-739-3267. MOUNTAIN WEST WOMEN’S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 3/1-3/4. Thomas & Mack Center, 702-739-3267. UNLV BASEBALL Creighton 2/28-3/1. Earl E. Wilson Stadium, 702-739-3267. UNLV MEN’s GOLF Southern Highlands Collegiate 3/1-3/3. Southern Highlands Golf Club, 702-263-1000. UNLV SOFTBALL Boyd Gaming Classic 2/28-3/1. Eller Media Stadium, 702-739-3267. English rock band Bush hits the House of Blues on February 28. (Courtesy)
VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS Buffalo 2/28. Los Angeles 3/1. New Jersey 3/3. T-Mobile Arena, 702-692-1600.
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horoscopes week of February 27 by rob brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may worry that conditions are not exactly right to pursue your dreams. Draw inspiration from Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes (1547– 1616). Here’s how one observer described Cervantes during the time he was working on Don Quixote: “Shabby, obscure, disreputable, pursued by debts, with only a noisy tenement room to work in.” Cervantes dealt with imperfect conditions just fine. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): “True success is figuring out your life and career so you never have to be around jerks,” says filmmaker, actor and author John Waters. You have been cultivating that kind of success in the last few weeks and will climax this accomplishment with a flourish. You’re on the verge of achieving a new level of mastery in the art of immersing yourself in environments that bring out the best in you. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You must become more powerful—not necessarily in the sense of influencing the lives of others, but in the sense of managing your own affairs with relaxed confidence and crisp competence. What comes to mind when you’re urged to expand your self-command and embolden your ambition? Is there an adventure you could initiate that would bring out more of the swashbuckler in you? CANCER (June 21-July 22): February is the hottest, laziest, most spacious time of year in the Southern Hemisphere—a logical moment to escape on a vacation. Which is exactly what all Cancerians, including those in the Northern Hemisphere, should do. If you can’t get away, make a blanket fort in your home and pretend. Or read a book that takes you on an imaginary journey. Or hang out at an exotic sanctuary nearby. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Author Walter Scott (1771–1832) was a pioneer in the genre of the historical novel. His stories were set in various eras of the Scottish past. Scott traveled widely to gather tales from keepers of the oral tradition. Draw inspiration from his approach. Put yourself in the physical presence of storytellers and elders. Get firsthand knowledge about historical events that will inspire your own future. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Rembrandt (1606–1663) gazed into a mirror as he created more than 90 self-portraits—about 10% of his total work. Some scholars think he did self-portraits because they sold well. Others say that because he worked so slowly, he was the only person he could get to model for long periods. Whatever the case, this is a favorable time to understand yourself better.
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69 Faust author 71 Step on it 75 Place 76 Crossover SUV similar to the Chevy Equinox 79 Org. for university cadets 81 Expert 83 Former first lady Carter 84 Tennis, chess or bridge 86 Left on a voyage 87 “Affirmative, captain!” 88 Diagram showing data as nested rectangles 90 Biological bristle 91 Pithy 93 Tropical devil ray 95 Waitress on Alice 98 “Pity!” 102 “Uh-uh” 103 1985-91 Saturday Night Live cast member 107 Master musicians 109 Notches on surfaces 110 Like the period between 1918 and 1939 111 Deadlocked 112 Tuna snarer 113 Like hand-eye coordination DOWN Not sufficient 1 2 Child bearer 3 Time of noteworthy goings-on 4 Architect Saarinen 5 Pare down 6 Walk back and forth
7 “Yikes!” 8 Contrite people 9 Pressure units 10 Beethoven symphony in E flat 11 Ann of All That Jazz 12 Shop lure 13 Fried egg preference 14 Actress Tatum 15 Cold applications to sprains 16 Drop off 17 Hit for the Kinks 18 Lena of Alias 19 Peddle from a stall 20 Avant-garde 30 Body of eau 31 Painter Mark 33 Transplants, in a way 34 Neighbor of a Saudi 35 Thyroid gland swellings 37 Eggy quaff 39 U.S. border lake 40 Currency unit of Cambodia 41 Give a ring 42 — May (Jed Clampett’s daughter) 43 Karloff of old films 44 Jungle vine 45 With 78-Down, 2,000 pounds 47 Gospel singer — Patty 49 People online 52 Foot the bill 53 Top 40 DJ Casey 57 “— recall ...” 58 Narrow shelf 59 Eats 62 Some bridge hands 63 Casual top without a circular collar
64 Red wine 65 Keeps out of debt 66 Cologne’s river 67 Md. neighbor 68 Expert 70 Pontificate 71 Epic tale 72 Supplicate 73 One-named model who wrote True Beauty 74 Irises’ places 77 Entered stealthily 78 See 45-Down 80 Famed 81 Heady brew 82 Roberto of baseball 85 Great anger 86 Ashen look 89 City across the Missouri River from Bismarck 92 Tabulae — (blank slates) 94 “— Is Born” 96 Slowly, in scores 97 Brian in the World Figure Skating Hall of Fame 98 Hertz rival 99 Conga-dancing formation 100 Intro drawing class 101 “Nana” actress Anna 103 “Buenos —” 104 Timbuktu’s nation 105 News tidbit 106 “Stretch” car 108 Suffix with press
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): These quotes from author Don DeLillo are your guideposts in the coming weeks. 1. Sometimes a thing that’s hard is hard because you’re doing it wrong. 2. You have to break through the structure of your own stonework habit just to make yourself listen. 3. Something is always happening, even on the quietest days and deep into the night, if you stand a while and look. 4. The world is full of abandoned meanings. In the commonplace, I find unexpected themes and intensities. 5. What we are reluctant to touch often seems the very fabric of our salvation. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It’s not enough to become good at a skill and express that skill; we need to hire a publicist or marketing wizard or distributor to make sure the world knows about our offerings. But the coming weeks will be one of those rare times when your interestingness will shine so brightly, it will naturally attract its deserved attention. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): When he was 29, Beethoven published his String Quartet, Op. 18, No. 4. Most scholars believe that the piece was an assemblage of older material he had created as a young man. A similar approach might work well for you in the coming weeks. Consider the possibility of repurposing tricks and ideas that weren’t quite ripe when you first used them. Recycling yourself makes good sense. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Are there parts of your life that seem to undermine other parts? Do you wish there was greater harmony between your heart and your head, between your giving and taking, between your past and future? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could infuse your cautiousness with the wildness of your secret self? You’re primed to address these questions with a surge of innovative energy. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): At 19, poet Robert Graves joined the British army to fight in World War I. Two years later, a newspaper reported that he had been killed. But it wasn’t true. Graves went on to write 55 books of poetry, 18 novels and 55 other books. Some dream that you believed to be gone will have a long second life. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You harbor desires for experiences that might be gratifying in some ways but draining in others. You may on occasion get attached to situations that are mildly interesting, but divert you from situations that could be amazingly interesting and enriching. You are now in a phase when you have maximum power to wean yourself from these wasteful tendencies.
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