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Tune In Alert: Crystal Gayle To Be Featured ‘House Guest DJ’ This Weekend On SiriusXM’s Willie’s Roadhouse Channel 59

Tune In Alert: Crystal Gayle To Be Featured ‘House Guest DJ’ This Weekend On SiriusXM’s Willie’s Roadhouse Channel 59

Tune in Friday, August 14 at 9pm ET / 8pm CT

Grammy®, AMA, ACM and CMA award winning country music singer and Grand Ole Opry member Crystal Gayle will serve as this week’s featured ‘House Guest DJ’ on SiriusXM’s Willie’s Roadhouse. Gayle’s classic legacy remains a staple in modern country music. Tune in Friday, August 14 at 9pm ET / 8pm CT, with rebroadcasts on Saturday at 9am, Sunday at 12am and Tuesday at 10pm ET on SiriusXM Channel 59 and streaming free* at siriusxm.us/WillieNelsonSXM.

“I am excited to be the Opry House Guest DJ on SiriusXM Willie’s Roadhouse,” says Crystal Gayle. Tune in to hear me share some of my favorite Country Classics, as well as a few of my own favorite songs.”

While the Tuesday & Friday Night Opry shows are on hiatus, Crystal Gayle will be sharing some of her personal stories and Grand Ole Opry memories, as well as covering some of her favorite stars of the Opry such as Marty Robbins, Skeeter Davis, Faron Young, Ray Price, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Ernest Tubb and a duet with none other than the great Willie Nelson. Listen in as Crystal Gayle shares some of her favorite songs from throughout the years.

How SiriusXM subscribers can listen:
SiriusXM subscribers are able to listen on SiriusXM radios, and those with streaming access can listen online, on-the-go with the SiriusXM mobile app and at home on a wide variety of connected devices including smart TVs, devices with Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant, Apple TV, PlayStation, Roku, Sonos speakers and more. Go to siriusxm.com/streaming to learn more.

* SiriusXM is offering free access through siriusxm.us/WillieNelsonSXM with a free trial to follow. Simply click the link to listen.

About Crystal Gayle:
Grammy®-winning songstress Crystal Gayle is an award-winning country music icon whose reign in the music business includes 20 No. 1 country hits, six albums certified Gold by the RIAA and the first female artist in country music history to reach platinum sales with her 1977 album, We Must Believe in Magic. Her list of platinum and gold was to be matched only by her awards and accolades. CMA’s “Female Vocalist of the Year,” for two consecutive years, she became a Grammy® Award Winner for “Best Female Vocal Performance,” thanks to her beloved “Brown Eyes” – a song that she today admits she has never grown tired of singing. Crystal swept the Academy of Country Music Awards for three of their “Top Female Vocalist” statuettes. She is the recipient of three “American Music Awards,” voted by the nation as America’s “Favorite Female Artist.” Perhaps nothing sums up Crystal’s career achievements as well as being awarded with a star on the fabled Hollywood Walk of Fame in October 2009. Also famous for her nearly floor-length hair, she was voted one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world by People Magazine in 1983. Gayle also has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame near Lynn’s star. In August 2016, the Academy of Country Music honored Crystal with the Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award during the 10th Annual ACM Honors. Gayle was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in January 2017 by her sister and Opry legend Loretta Lynn. For more information, visit crystalgayle.com.

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NEW DATE ANNOUNCED FOR ‘2020 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS’ WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14 AT 8 P.M. ET LIVE ON NBC

 

NEW DATE ANNOUNCED FOR
‘2020 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS’
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14 AT 8 P.M. ET LIVE ON NBC

Kelly Clarkson Returns to Host for Third Year

dick clark productions and NBC announced today that the “2020 Billboard Music Awards” has set a new date for Wednesday, Oct. 14 live on NBC. Additional details regarding production of the show will be announced at a later date.

The “2020 Billboard Music Awards,” originally scheduled to air live on NBC from Las Vegas on April 29, was postponed due to the pandemic.

As previously announced, Kelly Clarkson will return to host the event. This will mark Clarkson’s third time hosting the hugely popular award show after receiving unanimous acclaim as host in 2018 and 2019.

The “2019 Billboard Music Awards” aired on May 1 and easily won the night vs. the Big 4 network competition. The show averaged a 2.1 rating in adults 18-49 and 8 million viewers, according to “live plus same day” ratings from Nielsen Media Research, to deliver NBC’s top-rated in-season Wednesday in 18-49, excluding Olympics, since Dec. 7, 2016.

“Billboard Music Awards” nominees and winners are based on key fan interactions with music, including album and digital song sales, streaming, radio airplay, touring and social engagement, tracked by Billboard and its data partners, including Nielsen Music/MRC Data. Since 1940, the Billboard charts have been the go-to guide for ranking the popularity of artists, songs and albums, and are the ultimate measure of success in music.

The “2020 Billboard Music Awards” is produced by dick clark productions.

For the latest news on the Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs) visit billboardmusicawards.com and  www.billboard.com/bbma. For exclusive content and more, be sure to follow the BBMAs on social media and join the conversation by using the official hashtag for the show, #BBMAs.
Twitter: @BBMAs | Facebook: FB.com/TheBBMAs | Instagram: @bbmas
Snapchat: thebbmas | TikTok: @bbmas | YouTube: youtube.com/bbmas

About dick clark productions
dick clark productions (dcp) is the world’s largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming with the “Academy of Country Music Awards,” “American Music Awards,” “Billboard Music Awards,” “Golden Globe Awards,” “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest” and the “Streamy Awards.” Weekly television programming includes “So You Think You Can Dance” from 19 Entertainment and dcp. dcp also owns one of the world’s most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic programs, specials, performances and legendary programming. dcp is part of MRC Live & Alternative, a division of diversified global entertainment company MRC. For additional information, visit www.mrcentertainment.com

About Billboard
Billboard is the world’s most influential music media brand, with an unmatched authority among artists, fans and the industry. Billboard powers the ultimate global music destination and magazine, featuring unrivaled reporting on music news, issues and trends, the industry’s definitive charts, encompassing the most complete and well-respected database of charts across all music genres.  Billboard also produces elite conferences and events which regularly convene the industry and consumers around important conversations – from the annual Power 100 to Women in Music to Pride Summit and more. Billboard is part of MRC Media & Info, a division of diversified global entertainment company MRC.

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MGM RESORTS ANNOUNCES AUGUST 27 OPENING DATE FOR THE MIRAGE

 

MGM RESORTS ANNOUNCES AUGUST 27 OPENING DATE FOR THE MIRAGE

Employee and Guest Health & Safety at Forefront of Company’s
Reopening Planning

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) (“MGM Resorts”) announced that its iconic Mirage resort will reopen its doors on August 27.

“As we have slowly and thoughtfully reintroduced our properties across the country, we have placed the health and safety of our guests and employees first at all times,” said Bill Hornbuckle, MGM Resorts’ CEO and President. “Reopening The Mirage allows us to bring many more of our employees back to work, which is critical in the recovery of our community.”

MGM Resorts’ comprehensive “Seven-Point Safety Plan” is a multi-layered set of protocols and procedures designed in conjunction with medical and scientific experts to mitigate the spread of the virus, protect customers and employees and rapidly respond to potential new cases. The full plan can be reviewed at mgmresorts.com. The company continues to evaluate and evolve its safety protocols.  Key initiatives include:

  • Employee screening, temperature checks and COVID-19 specific training
  • COVID-19 testing for employees as they return to work in partnership with the local medical community
  • Employees and guests are required to wear masks. Complimentary masks are provided, to guests, as needed
  • A physical distancing policy has been implemented, with floor guides serving as reminders
  • For areas where physical distancing presents challenges, plexiglass barriers have been installed, or other measures will be used to reduce risks
  • Standalone handwashing stations designed by MGM Resorts conveniently located on casino floors
  • Contactless Check-In through the MGM Resorts App allows hotel guests to go through the check-in process on their personal devices, minimizing interactions
  • Guestroom Attendants wear masks and gloves while cleaning each room and change gloves between guestrooms
  • In addition to increased and enhanced routine cleaning of guestrooms and public spaces based on CDC guidance, electrostatic sprayers are utilized in many large public spaces so that disinfectant is applied efficiently
  • Digital menus are available to view on personal mobile devices via QR codes in the company’s food and beverage outlets
  • To minimize groups congregating while they wait, restaurant guests receive text message notification when their tables are ready

Days and hours of operation at all venues will vary. For a full listing of amenities that will be available, please visit mgmresorts.com. Complimentary self-parking is available for guests; valet parking will not be operational at this time.

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About MGM Resorts International

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is an S&P 500® global entertainment company with national and international locations featuring best-in-class hotels and casinos, state-of-the-art meetings and conference spaces, incredible live and theatrical entertainment experiences, and an extensive array of restaurant, nightlife and retail offerings. MGM Resorts creates immersive, iconic experiences through its suite of Las Vegas-inspired brands. The MGM Resorts portfolio encompasses 29 unique hotel and destination gaming offerings in the United States and Macau, including some of the most recognizable resort brands in the industry such as Bellagio, MGM Grand, ARIA and Park MGM. The Company’s 50/50 venture, ROAR Digital LLC, offers U.S. sports betting and online gaming through market-leading brands, including BetMGM and partypoker. The Company is currently pursuing targeted expansion in Asia through the integrated resort opportunity in Japan. Through its “Focused on What Matters: Embracing Humanity and Protecting the Planet” initiative, MGM Resorts commits to creating a more sustainable future, while striving to make a bigger difference in the lives of its employees, guests, and in the communities where it operates. The global employees of MGM Resorts are proud of their company for being recognized as one of FORTUNE® Magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies®. For more information, please visit us at www.mgmresorts.com. Please also connect with us @MGMResortsIntl on Twitter as well as Facebook and Instagram.

Forward Looking Statements

Statements in this release that are not historical facts are “forward-looking” statements and “safe harbor statements” that involve risks and/or uncertainties, including those described in MGM Resorts’ public filings with the SEC. MGM Resorts has based forward-looking statements on management’s current expectations and assumptions and not on historical facts. Examples of these statements include, but are not limited to, statements MGM Resorts makes regarding how and when its properties will re-open and its ability to mitigate the spread of the virus. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Among the important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such forward-looking statements include the continued spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the potential for additional future outbreaks of the virus, the general economic conditions and market conditions in the markets in which MGM Resorts operates and competition with other destination travel locations throughout the United States and the world, the design, timing and costs of expansion projects, risks relating to international operations, permits, licenses, financings, approvals and other contingencies in connection with growth in new or existing jurisdictions and additional risks and uncertainties described in MGM Resorts’ Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K reports (including all amendments to those reports). In providing forward-looking statements, MGM Resorts is not undertaking any duty or obligation to update these statements publicly as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. If the Company updates one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that it will make additional updates with respect to those other forward-looking statements.

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El Dorado Cantina celebrates National Fajita Day with the debut of three new sizzling signature fajita platters on Tues., Aug. 18

EL DORADO CANTINA CELEBRATES NATIONAL FAJITA DAY WITH SIZZLING NEW SURF & TURF FAJITAS

 

WHAT:  El Dorado Cantina turns up the heat on National Fajita Day with the debut of three hot new signature fajita platters, starting at $55:

Surf & Turf Fajitas – 4 oz. of USDA Prime filet and 7 oz. of wild lobster with petite potatoes, snap peas, grilled asparagus and broccolini, presented on a bed of fresh cut grilled peppers and onions with fresh guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo and the choice of flour or corn tortillas. Served with cilantro rice and the choice of refried or black beans.

Lobster Fajitas – Two 7 oz. wild lobster tails with petite potatoes, snap peas, grilled asparagus and broccolini, presented on a bed of fresh cut grilled peppers and onions with fresh guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo and the choice of flour or corn tortillas. Served with cilantro rice and the choice of refried or black beans.

Prime Filet Fajitas – 8 oz. of USDA Prime filet with petite potatoes, snap peas, grilled asparagus and broccolini, presented on a bed of fresh cut grilled peppers and onions with fresh guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo and the choice of flour or corn tortillas. Served with cilantro rice and the choice of refried or black beans.

The new signature fajita platters will join El Dorado Cantina’s award-winning menu of other fajita favorites including Grilled Steak, Grilled Chicken, Grilled Wild Pacific Shrimp and Grilled Portobello Mushroom, among other selections.

 

WHEN: Available starting on National Fajita Day, Tuesday, August 18, 2020, and every day thereafter

 

WHERE:   El Dorado Cantina

 430 S. Rampart Blvd. inside Tivoli Village and 3025 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive

 

About El Dorado Cantina

Founded in 2014, El Dorado Cantina is best known for being one of the first Mexican restaurants in Las Vegas to offer cuisine featuring organic, non-GMO ingredients and for its extensive menu featuring dishes inspired by regions across Mexico. The team believes in using sustainably raised products, which means that all the beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, fish and produce used in the dishes originate from carefully selected farms in the U.S. free from antibiotics, pesticides, and steroids.

 

Happy Hour is offered at both locations and every Tuesday, El Dorado Cantina offers Don Julio™ 1942 tequila shots for $7 (valued at $35).

 

Voted “Best Mexican Restaurant” by the Las Vegas Review-Journal multiple years’ running, and one of Yelp’s “Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S.” two years in a row, El Dorado Cantina has two locations in the Las Vegas Valley: 3025 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive and 430 S. Rampart Blvd. Both restaurants are open seven days a week, 24 hours a day. For more information or to make a reservation, visit ElDoradoCantina.com or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

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UNLV ATHLETICS NEWS: Rebel Athletic Fund Launches Momentum Fund 2.0

UNLV’S RAF LAUNCHES MOMENTUM FUND 2.0

 

Athletics Department looks to meet unprecedented financial challenges with new initiative

@UNLVAthletics  |  @UNLVRAF  |  Momentum Fund Video

 

Facing unprecedented financial challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, UNLV Athletics has launched the D5 Momentum Fund 2.0 Campaign with the goal of raising $1.5 million from donors by the end of the calendar year.

 

Director of Athletics Desiree Reed-Francois announced the critical initiative Friday just days after the Mountain West postponed all fall sports competition, including the Rebel football team’s debut season at the newly completed Allegiant Stadium.

 

“While the news was difficult, the decision was the right one as our top priority is our sincere and unwavering commitment to the health and safety of our students, coaches, staff, and the entire community who support the Rebels,” said Reed-Francois. “We will work with the conference on a return-to-action plan in the weeks ahead, as our expectation is to be back playing in the spring. There are, however, real financial consequences associated with our new reality.”

 

The Momentum Fund originally debuted as the pandemic shut down campus – and all competition – in March. Members of the Rebel Athletic Fund were sent a letter earlier today from Reed-Francois explaining the new initiative as the department looks to overcome the loss of ticket and premium sales revenue.

 

“The Momentum Fund 2.0 was created to allow our fans to invest in our student-athletes’ success as we face these challenges,” she said. “UNLV has come too far in creating undeniable momentum to stop now and we are asking our loyal supporters for their help.”

 

For more information on the Momentum Fund 2.0 click here, or to make a gift click here.

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Time Life To Reissue ‘T. Graham Brown Lives!’

TIME LIFE To Reissue ‘T. Graham Brown Lives!’

Long Out-Of-Print Album Available On All Streaming Platforms August 14, 2020

Lyric Video Premieres on Country Sway

 

Time Life is partnering with T. Graham Brown for the digital reissue of T. Graham Brown Lives! on all streaming platforms, beginning August 14. The album, originally released in 2001, hasn’t been available to fans in over a decade and features many of his most popular songs, including the number one hits “Hell and High Water” and “Darlene.” A new lyric video for his Top 5 smash, “I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again,” was premiered by Country Sway and is available here.

“We cut it in a place in Nashville, a little small place called Country Club,” says Brown. “It was my first live album. It is the only time we have used my road band for an album, and they did a wonderful job.”

“T. Graham has been an important part of The Country Music Cruise for a number of years, and we are honored to expand our relationship by bringing back this album to his fans,” adds Mike Jason, Senior Vice President, Live Entertainment. “His live concerts are legendary, and this album captures his energy and spirit like nothing else.”

T. Graham Brown Lives! includes five of Brown’s Top 10 hits and his fan-favorite version of Otis Redding’s “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay.” A staple during his concerts for a number of years, Graham explains, “I cut ‘Dock of the Bay’ because I grew up loving it. We had fun doing it.”

T. Graham Brown Lives! track listing:
1. Happy Ever After
2. I Tell It Like It Used To Be
3. I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again
4. Memphis Women & Chicken
5. Wine Into Water
6. Darlene
7. Come As You Were
8. Hide and Seek
9. Good Days Bad Days
10. Keep Me From Blowing Away
11. Accept My Love
12. Hell And High Water
13. Livin’ On Love
14. (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay

For more information on T. Graham Brown, visit www.tgrahambrown.com and follow his socials linked below.
Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

About T. Graham Brown:
T. Graham Brown has recorded 15 studio albums and charted more than 20 singles on the Billboard charts. He has had multiple number one hits in country, gospel and blues. Brown’s voice is also recognized from his singing in advertising campaigns for McDonald’s, Disneyland, Almond Joy, Coca Cola, Dodge Truck, Ford, Hardee’s and many others including the Taco Bell “Run For The Border” television spots. In early 2015, Brown released his latest Grammy nominated album, Forever Changed, which featured collaborations with Vince Gill, Jason Crabb, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jimmy Fortune and more. In 2019, Brown became part of the SiriusXM family as host of Live Wire with T. Graham Brown airing monthly on Prime Country Channel 58. In 2020, Time Life partnered with T. Graham to reissue several of his classic albums, with plans to release a new album in the fall. T. Graham Brown still actively tours throughout the year, including multiple appearances on the legendary Grand Ole Opry and television appearances such as Larry’s Country Diner and Country’s Family Reunion. Brown’s uniqueness has made him one of the most beloved and iconic performers of the day.

For more information, visit tgrahambrown.com.

For T. Graham Brown bio, photos, one sheet and more, visit 2911.us/project/t-graham-brown.

About Time Life:
Time Life is one of the world’s pre-eminent creators and direct marketers of unique music and video/DVD products, specializing in distinctive multi-media collections that evoke memories of yesterday, capture the spirit of today, and can be enjoyed for a lifetime. TIME LIFE and the TIME LIFE logo are registered trademarks of Time Warner Inc. and affiliated companies used under license by Direct Holdings Americas Inc., which is not affiliated with Time Warner Inc. or Time Inc.

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Cancer Survivors and Caregivers invited to Drive-Thru Parade for Relay For Life of Southern Nevada at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

Cancer Survivors and Caregivers invited to Drive-Thru Parade for Relay For Life of Southern Nevada at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

 Local cancer survivors and caregivers in the greater Las Vegas area are invited for a Drive-Thru Survivor and Caregiver Parade on Saturday, August 15 at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. The celebratory parade is part of the virtual Relay For Life of Southern Nevada 2020 event to raise funds for the American Cancer Society (ACS).

 

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Relay For Life of Southern Nevada continues the fight against cancer by urging participants near and far to come together for a virtual Relay For Life event on Saturday, August 15 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The goal of the event is to bring those affected by cancer together and to raise funds for the ongoing efforts of the American Cancer Society (ACS).

 

At the core of what the American Cancer Society represents, cancer survivors traditionally kick off Relay For Life events by leading the first lap – celebrating another year of life. This is traditionally followed by the caregiver lap to celebrate their selfless acts of love and kindness. To honor this tradition, there will be a Drive-Thru Survivor and Caregiver Parade at 8 a.m. on Saturday, August 15. These amazing heroes are invited to decorate their cars with key details including names, numbers of years as a survivor, colors corresponding with the type of cancer defeated, traditional Relay color of purple and white, or any way to celebrate these incredible accomplishments in the battle against cancer. Everyone will avoid the heat by being required to safely socially-distance in their own vehicles. The parade will be live-streamed on Facebook and the Relay website. There will be an award for the best decorated car.

Participants are asked to arrive at the Rio Convention Center parking lot around 7:20 a.m. to begin check in and staging. All survivors are asked to register online at relayforlife.org/snv prior to the event.  Registered survivors will receive a goodie bag and survivor t-shirt* until they are gone (*provided on a first-come, first-served basis according to those registered as a survivor online). Participants can watch opening ceremonies on their phones inside their cars prior to entering the track. Please note that NO cars will be allowed to enter the track after 7:59am.

Relay For Life of Southern Nevada is supported by many local businesses and organizations. This year’s presenting sponsors are Caesars Entertainment Inc. and Penn National Gaming.

Relay For Life supports the efforts of the ACS from developing breakthrough therapies and innovative research, to building supportive communities, to providing resources and game-changing approaches to address the cancer burden for all people.

 

Visit www.relayforlife.org/snv or Relay For Life of Southern Nevada on Facebook for more information and to stay up-to-date with event details and ways you can get involved.

For questions, please call or email Shannon Moore at 775-910-3329 or shannon.moore@cancer.org.

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Charitable Gas Pump Launches to Assist JDRF with Fundraising as Recovery from COVID-19 Impact Continues

A DIFFERENT KIND OF “PUMP” HELPS THOSE LIVING WITH TYPE 1

LOCAL CHARITY LOOKS TO ALTERNATIVE FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS AS RECOVERY FROM COVID-19 CONTINUES

JDRF Partners with Shell for the Community Pump Program and Launches Fundraising Gas Pump in the Southwest

JDRF, much like many local charities, was hit hard with having fundraising goals obliterated due to COVID-19 and the cancelation of multiple events. While the charity looks to alternatives, including the recent success of the Together for a Cure! virtual variety show, they found a partnership with a local gas station to fill up those fundraising tanks!

The Shell Community Pump Program was created to give back to the local community, and in this case, those living with type 1 diabetes in Nevada. Now up and running, Green Valley Grocery located at Ft. Apache Road and Hacienda, 5325 S Fort Apache Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89148 (just south of Tropicana), features two gasoline pumps branded with JDRF’s imagery. The specially-wrapped Pump 7 and Pump 8 also let customers know that using those select pumps help JDRF find a cure for type 1 diabetes.

A donation of $.03 per gallon will be donated from each of those pumps to JDRF right here in Nevada.

“We are so grateful for this opportunity. With all of our fundraising events canceled for the foreseeable future, this was a welcomed way to help out our local families and to maybe educate someone who sees the display and wants to help.” said Market Director Celia Wheeler. “It’s as simple as getting your gas at one of those pumps and you have made a donation and a difference!”

There are millions of people of all ages living with type 1 diabetes and fundraising like Shell’s Community Pump Program helps to keep driving impactful research forward, even during these challenging of times.

ABOUT JDRF:
JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. To accomplish this, JDRF has invested more than $2.2 billion in research funding since our inception. We are an organization built on a grassroots model of people connecting in their local communities, collaborating regionally for efficiency and broader fundraising impact, and uniting on a national stage to pool resources, passion, and energy. We collaborate with academic institutions, policymakers, and corporate and industry partners to develop and deliver a pipeline of innovative therapies to people living with T1D. Our staff and volunteers throughout the United States and our six international affiliates are dedicated to advocacy, community engagement and our vision of a world without T1D. For more information, please visit jdrf.org or follow us on Twitter: @JDRF

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The Mob Museum Nominated For Best Las Vegas Attraction by USA TODAY

The Mob Museum, one of the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice nominees for Best Las Vegas Attraction.
(Photo Courtesy of The Mob Museum)

 

THE MOB MUSEUM NOMINATED FOR USA TODAY 10BEST READERS’ CHOICE
AWARDS FOR BEST LAS VEGAS ATTRACTION

Selected by a panel of experts, The Mob Museum, The National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, has been nominated for Best Las Vegas Attraction for the HE MOB MUSEUM2020 10Best Readers’ Choice travel awards.

10Best Readers’ Choice Awards highlight the best of the best in contests covering categories such as destinations, food and drink, hotels and things to do. Nominees for all categories are chosen editorially by a panel of relevant experts.

“With so much to see, do and experience in Las Vegas, it is an honor to be nominated alongside the city’s best attractions,” said Jonathan Ullman, president and chief executive officer, The Mob Museum.

Now through Monday, Sept. 7, readers can vote for the candidate of their choice once a day at 10best.com.

ABOUT 10BEST
The USA TODAY 10Best editors provide readers with original, unbiased and experiential travel coverage of top attractions, things to see and do and restaurants for top destinations in the U.S. and around the world.

ABOUT THE MOB MUSEUM
The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, provides a world-class journey through true stories—from the birth of the Mob to today’s headlines. The Mob Museum offers a provocative, contemporary look at these topics through hundreds of artifacts and immersive storylines. Numerous exhibits include a Crime Lab, Firearm Training Simulator and Organized Crime Today exhibit. The Museum is also home to The Underground, a Prohibition history exhibition featuring an award-winning speakeasy and distillery sponsored by Zappos. The Mob Museum has accumulated numerous accolades, including being named one of TripAdvisor’s “Top 25 U.S. Museums,” one of Las Vegas Weekly’s “Twenty Greatest Attractions in Las Vegas History,” one of National Geographic’s “Top 10 Things to Do in Las Vegas,” USA Today’s “Best Museum in Nevada” and one of its “12 Can’t Miss U.S. Museum Exhibits,” “A Must for Travelers” by The New York Times and one of “20 Places Every American Should See” by FOX News. The Museum is a two-time winner of the Mayor’s Urban Design Award for Historic Preservation and Adaptive Reuse and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The Museum is open daily; visit the website for admission rates and operating hours. For more information, call (702) 229-2734, visit themobmuseum.org, or download the Museum’s free mobile app.

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Exclusive Caesars Rewards Rates from $10/night!

Exclusive Caesars Rewards Rates from $10/night! • Details & Exclusions –
1. Sign in or sign up for a Caesars Rewards account by clicking here
2. Click on ‘Book A Room’ at the top of the page
3. Upon landing on ‘Book A Room’, select Las Vegas, NV and Check-In Check-Out ‘Flexible Dates’
4. The rate calendar will show all available hotel properties and their rates on a given date; select your preferred check-in date to book
Pricing excludes resort fees and taxes. Must be 21 years or older to book. Not valid with any other offer. Offer subject to change at anytime. Must be a Caesars Rewards Member.

 

 

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National Cheese Pizza Day at Pop Up Pizza at the Plaza – Sept. 5

 

National Cheese Pizza Day is Saturday, Sept. 5.

To celebrate, Pop Up Pizza at the Plaza Hotel & Casino is offering $2 slices of its old school cheese pizza (limit two $2 slices per person) while supplies last.  The Old School Cheese Pizza is made with fresh sauce, whole milk mozzarella, oregano, fresh basil and grated parmesan.

 

About the Plaza Hotel & Casino

Located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas, the Plaza Hotel & Casino combines a vintage Rat Pack attitude with modern styling and personal customer service for the ultimate Vegas experience. First opened in 1971 and built on the site of the original Las Vegas railroad depot, the Plaza has nearly 1,000 modern rooms and suites, a classic Vegas showroom, downtown’s only bingo hall, and 30,000 sq. ft. of refurbished ballroom and meeting space. Larger outdoor events are hosted at the Plaza’s Core Arena, downtown’s only equestrian and multipurpose facility. Guests enjoy a variety of dining options led by the renowned Oscar’s Steakhouse in the hotel’s iconic glass dome overlooking the Fremont Street Experience. A new race & sports book along with hundreds of slot machines and nearly two dozen table games comprise an 80,000-square-foot casino floor. A fully renovated rooftop pool and recreation deck, complete with private cabanas, hot tub, food truck, tennis court and dedicated Pickleball courts, provide a variety of outdoor amenities. For more information on the multiple award-winning Plaza Hotel & Casino, visit www.plazahotelcasino.com. Get updates via Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Online Poker Tournament Raises Over $13K for Local Charity Miracle Flights 

 

Online Poker Tournament Raises Over $13K for Local Charity Miracle Flights 

 More than 100 poker players nationwide showed their support for Miracle Flights last week as the Las Vegas–based charity hosted its first-ever online poker tournament on Wednesday, August 5. With celebrity guests Oksana Baiul, Brad Garrett, Richard Kind and high stakes poker pro Matt Berkey, the evening raised a total of $13,285. 

All funds will go directly to support programming initiatives for Miracle Flights, the nation’s leading medical flight charity, which provides free plane tickets to families who need help reaching specialized medical care far from home. The organization has also expanded its services in recent months to provide face masks for every flyer, ground transportation to medical appointments and other resources to ease the financial and emotional burden of travel amid the Covid-19 crisis. 

“Miracle Flights typically provides around 600 flights a month, and even during the pandemic, so many families continue to need our services,” says Miracle Flights CEO Mark E. Brown. “Like all charitable organizations, we’re evolving and adapting to a new fundraising landscape. As we do so, we’re incredibly grateful to our presenting sponsor, Findlay Volkswagen, and the generous network of supporters who came together to make this great night possible.”  

Brown joined Faded Spade CEO Tom Wheaton to co-host the virtual tournament, which was live-streamed on Twitch. The HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas at Luxor also hosted dozens of local players with an exclusive opportunity to participate from a socially distanced, public setting. 

At the end of the evening, one tournament champion received a grand-prize getaway for two to Hawaii, including round-trip airfare to Honolulu provided by Southwest Airlines and a four-night stay at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel.

About Miracle Flights 

Miracle Flights is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free air transportation to children and adults who need help reaching specialty medical care only available far from home. The organization, founded in 1985, has provided 129,438 flights and typically books more than 600 flights per month on commercial airlines across the United States. To request a flight, learn more or donate, call 800-359-1711 or visit miracleflights.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. 

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Silver State Schools Credit Union Expands to Downtown Henderson

Silver State Schools Credit Union Expands to Downtown Henderson 

Water Street becomes SSSCU’s 10th Branch

 

Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU) which serves more than 55,000 members of the educational community and their families in southern Nevada is pleased to announce the expansion and opening of its 10th branch, the Water Street Branch in Downtown Henderson.

 

The Branch is located at 303 S. Water Street, Suite 100, Henderson, NV 89015. The branch operation hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday’s from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The 4,246 sq. foot branch, will be operated by Branch Manager, Michelle Jensen, and have six employees.

 

“Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU) is proud of our continued growth and pleased to announce the opening of our 10th full-service branch.  Downtown Henderson’s current revitalization plan, coupled with a prosperous and vibrant community along with the city government offices nearby, make this an ideal home for our third Henderson Branch,” says Scott A. Arkills, President and CEO. ‘We look forward to serving the financial needs of our existing and new members at the new Water Street Branch location.”

 

Continuing its commitment to Excellent Member Service, Silver State Schools Credit Union supports everyday transactions and long-term financial goals by providing deposit and loan products, online and mobile banking tools, and a variety of convenient services to help members navigate their life’s journey with financial solutions – for life!

 

As of June 30, 2020, SSSCU reported deposits of $831 million, total assets greater than $933 million, and loans of $656 million. Liquidity remains strong at $159 million, and the credit union is well-capitalized with regulatory net worth at $89 million, equal to 9.56% of total assets.

 

Pursuant to Directive 024 issued by Governor Sisolak, any person entering the branches are required to wear a mandatory face covering and practice social distancing.

About Silver State Schools Credit Union 

Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU), founded in 1951, is a state-chartered financial co-operative. The Credit Union serves over 55,000 members of the educational community and their families in Nevada with ten branches throughout the Las Vegas Valley. SSSCU provides “Excellent Member Service and Financial Solutions – for Life!” via a wide range of banking products, discounts, and resources. By members’ choice, member shares and deposits are insured by American Share Insurance up to $250,000 per account. This institution is not federally insured. For more information, visit silverstatecu.com.  Follow on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/silverstatecu/.

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Silverton Casino Hotel Announces August Dining Listing

 

Silverton Casino Hotel Announces August Dining Listing

Silverton Casino Hotel is the perfect place for delicious food and an escape from the hustle and bustle of the Las Vegas Strip. For more information on dining options at Silverton Casino Hotel please visit www.silvertoncasino.com. 

 

Mi Casa Grill Cantina:

Buy One Entrée, Get One Free at Mi Casa Grill Cantina
Date: Wednesdays and Thursdays

Time: 4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. 

Info: Silverton Rewards Members can enjoy Buy One Entrée, Get One Free at Mi Casa Grill Cantina Wednesdays and Thursdays in August. Simply print your voucher at the kiosk and present it to your server.

 

Taco Madness
Date: Wednesday – Sunday

Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. 

Info: Guests can indulge in $3 tacos Wednesday – Sunday from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Tacos choices include pastor marinated pork, carne asada, roasted chicken, chicken tinga, fish, carnitas and vegetable.

Sundance Grill:
Burger and Beer Special at Sundance Grill
Date: Sundays in August
Time: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. 
Cost: $11.99
Info: Enjoy a classic burger with fries and a pint of Miller Lite at Sundance Grill, Sundays in August for only $11.99.

 

Feed the Family at Sundance Grill
Date: Mondays in August
Cost: $45
Info:  Every Monday, Sundance Grill is offering a grab-n-go to feed the whole family. Enjoy two racks of Baby Back Ribs, Mac N’ Cheese, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, and Parker House Rolls for a family of four, all for only $45.

 

Lucky 13 Menu at Sundance Grill
Date: Tuesday – Friday
Time: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.  
Cost: $13.99
Info: Sundance Grill is offering $13.99 entrees Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.  The choice of entrees is spaghetti and meatballs, fisherman’s platter, ½ turkey and avocado club, rib basket, classic cheeseburger, chicken fingers and rib basket, linguine alfredo, ½ Italian sub sandwich.  All entrees include a choice of soup or salad, a non-alcoholic beverage and a slice of cherry or apple pie.

WuHu Noodle:
Plant-based Menu
Date: Daily
Time: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Cost: Entrées starting from $10
Info: WuHu Noodle launched a new plant-based menu featuring vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.  New menu items will include broccoli in garlic chili soy sauce, kung pao tofu, fried golden tofu, tofu pad thai, tofu chow mein, stir-fried bok choy Miu with garlic, eggplant and tofu in garlic sauce, tofu egg fried rice, Buddha delight, homestyle braised tofu,  dry-fried string bean, sautéed asparagus.

 

 

About Silverton Casino Hotel

Silverton Casino Hotel offers 300 deluxe rooms and suites and world-class amenities all located within an upscale, contemporary luxury lodge-themed resort. Silverton Casino Hotel is home to a variety of restaurants and dining options, including the Seasons Buffet, the 24-hour Sundance Grill, Shady Grove Lounge, Twin Creeks Steakhouse, Mi Casa Grill Cantina, WuHu Noodle, Starbucks and Johnny Rockets. In addition to the flagship 165,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, Silverton offers 90,000 square feet of gaming with more than 1,500 slot machines and 23 table games and the Mermaid Restaurant & Lounge. The property features a 117,000-gallon saltwater aquarium with more than 4,000 sharks, stingrays and tropical fish, which was voted “Best Attraction” in the Best of Las Vegas®. Silverton Casino Hotel is located at I-15 and Blue Diamond in Las Vegas. For more information, please call (702) 263-7777 or visit www.silvertoncasino.com.

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THRIVE Cannabis Gives FREE Artisan Pizzas to Customers Spending $60

THRIVE CANNABIS MARKETPLACE INTRODUCES FREE PIZZA FROM CUSTOM
PIZZA TRUCK FOR CUSTOMERS WHO SPEND $60 OR MORE

Custom Pizza Truck to be Onsite Tuesdays, Fridays at West Sahara Location;
Thursdays, Saturdays at West Cheyenne (North Las Vegas) Location

Custom Pizza Truck’s exterior

WHAT:
To demonstrate community appreciation, THRIVE Cannabis Marketplace locations at 2755 W. Cheyenne Ave #103 in North Las Vegas and 3500 W. Sahara Ave. in Las Vegas now offer free pizza from Custom Pizza Truck for customers who spend $60 or more. The offer is available at the West Sahara location on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. until they sell out and from 4 p.m. on Fridays. At the West Cheyenne location, Custom Pizza Truck will be onsite Thursdays from 1 p.m. until they sell out and Saturdays beginning at 4 p.m.

Custom Pizza Truck’s woodfired pizza (photos courtesy Custom Pizza Truck/Instagram)

All qualified customers will receive a curated artisan pizza from Custom Pizza Truck, a one-of-a-kind, fully equipped mobile kitchen featuring a wood-burning pizza oven. Pizzas are baked in the traditional manner, at extremely high temperatures so they come out perfectly, with bubbling mozzarella and perfectly finished crusts.

This special offer is available for customers who opt for in-store purchase or curbside pickup. At the West Cheyenne location, which is one of only two dispensaries in Southern Nevada offering a drive-through, the offer is also available to drive-through customers.

“THRIVE’s customers are a community and we are so grateful to them for their loyalty and trust over the years,” said Ashley Blackwood, director of compliance, THRIVE. “With this gesture, we simply want them to know we appreciate their business.”

PUBLIC HEALTH REMINDERS:
Following social distancing guidelines, the dispensaries are operating at 50 percent capacity for in-store purchases and all customers are required to wear face coverings and stand six feet apart.

To place an order for curbside pickup, visit ThriveNevada.com and select the curbside option when placing the order. The store will notify them when their order is ready for pickup. Customers can remain in their vehicles throughout the entire transaction. Additionally, there are no minimum purchase requirements for curbside pickup. No one under the age of 21 may be present in the vehicle at the time of the transaction.

WHO:
The entire THRIVE Cannabis Marketplace team is focused on one thing—well grown, high-quality cannabis. Passionately dedicated to the well-being, safety and enjoyment of its customers, THRIVE cites education, choice and vitality as its guiding philosophical values. Staff helps customers learn the truth about cannabis and its beneficial properties so they are better equipped to choose which products will best serve their needs. THRIVE believes supporting bodies naturally represents the best way to THRIVE. THRIVE Cannabis Marketplace currently operates three other locations: 1112 S. Commerce St., Las Vegas, Nevada 89102; 3500 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas, Nevada 89102; and 2755 W. Cheyenne Ave. #103, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89032. For more information about THRIVE, visit thrivenevada.com.

WHEN:
West Sahara location (Las Vegas)
Tuesdays, 1 p.m. until sell out
Fridays, 4 p.m. until sell out

West Cheyenne location (North Las Vegas)
Thursdays, 1 p.m. until sell out
Saturdays, 4 p.m. until sell out

WHERE:
THRIVE Cannabis Marketplace
3500 W. Sahara Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89102

2755 W Cheyenne Ave #103
North Las Vegas, NV 89032

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Silverton Casino Hotel Introduces New Gaming Promotions for August

Silverton Casino Hotel Introduces New Gaming Promotions for August

 Silverton Casino helps Rewards Club members get lucky with these gaming promotions.

New Silverton Rewards Club Members Program

Date: Daily

Info: All new Silverton Rewards Club members will receive a half-off dining offer and a free gift when signing up for the Rewards Club and will begin participating in the new sign-up program.  All new Silverton Rewards Club members will receive up to $200 in free slot play based on the points earned on their first visit. See Silverton Rewards Club for complete rules and details.

 

Cabin Fever Swipe N’ Win and Drawing

Dates: Fridays and Saturdays in August, Drawing Monday, August 31

Time: Drawing at 5 p.m.

Info: Silverton Rewards Club members may earn 50 points per drawing entry for the chance to win $500 in free slot play with 10X entries on Sundays. Five winners will be announced on August 31 at 5 p.m. Silverton Rewards Club members who earn 100 points on Fridays and Saturdays in August, have the chance to win up to $5,000 in cash. Silverton Rewards Club Members swipe their Silverton Rewards Club card at the kiosk to redeem their prize.

 

Earn & Win Rice Cooker

Date: August 10, 2020 – August 29, 2020

Info: Silverton Rewards Club members who earn 1500 points on each participating date (Monday – Thursday) may redeem those points for Rice Cooker. Players may swipe their Silverton Rewards card at any kiosk to redeem a voucher, limit one per person per promotion period.

 

Senior Mondays

Dates: Every Monday

Info: The Fab Fifty 50+ Senior Mondays promotion has all-new ways for seniors to take advantage of the many rewards there are for being a Silverton Rewards Club member. All Gold, Platinum and Diamond members age 50 and up will receive 50% off one entrée in Mi Casa Grill Cantina, Sundance Grill, or Wuhu Noodle, or one Rewards Club members may receive up to $100 free slot play in the weekly swipe n’ win game on the kiosk.  **Guests must swipe at the Redemption Kiosk to receive the 50% off coupon to present to server or cashier. Silver members may earn 25 points to participate in dining offer print voucher at kiosk after points are earned.

 

 

 

 

*Must be 21 years or older to participate. Management reserves all rights. Silverton encourages responsible gaming. For help and information on problem gaming please call the 24-hour Problem Gamblers Help Line at 1-800-522-4700.

 

ABOUT SILVERTON CASINO HOTEL

Silverton Casino Hotel offers 300 deluxe rooms and suites and world-class amenities all located within an upscale, contemporary luxury lodge-themed resort. Silverton Casino Hotel is home to a variety of restaurants and dining options, including the Seasons Buffet, the 24-hour Sundance Grill, Shady Grove Lounge, Twin Creeks Steakhouse, Mi Casa Grill Cantina, WuHu Noodle, Starbucks and Johnny Rockets. In addition to the flagship 165,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, Silverton offers 90,000 square feet of gaming with more than 1,500 slot machines and 23 table games and the Mermaid Restaurant & Lounge. The property features a 117,000-gallon saltwater aquarium with more than 4,000 sharks, stingrays and tropical fish, which was voted “Best Attraction” in the Best of Las Vegas®. Silverton Casino Hotel is located at I-15 and Blue Diamond in Las Vegas. For more information, please call (702) 263-7777 or visit www.silvertoncasino.com.

 

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Gear up for Gameday at Miracle Mile Shops

 

GEAR UP FOR GAMEDAY AT MIRACLE MILE SHOPS™

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino invites visitors and locals alike to cheer on their favorite Las Vegas team by sporting the latest fan gear. Offering an assortment of retailers, Miracle Mile Shops is the best spot for guests to find any items that support local teams.

 

Stores offering fan gear include:

 

The Raider Image

The Raider Image, the official team store of the Las Vegas Raiders, is the ultimate spot for football fans. The retailer offers a variety of authentic merchandise including jerseys, headwear, accessories and apparel for men, women, and children. The store is owned and operated by the Raiders out of the team’s headquarters in Henderson, Nev.

 

Welcome to Las Vegas

Football and hockey fans can find an array of souvenirs, novelty gifts, apparel and accessories at the Welcome to Las Vegas shops. With two locations inside Miracle Mile Shops that carry everything from keychains and mugs, to t-shirts and hats, guests are guaranteed to find that ideal item for every game day.

 

Sock Me

At Sock Me inside Miracle Mile Shops, sports fans can complete any look with the perfect pair of socks to show support for their favorite home team. With a wide selection of fun patterns and colors, accessories at Sock Me make a great gift for friends and family, or a fun purchase for yourself.

 

Tervis

Stay hydrated and reduce your carbon footprint, all while cheering on Las Vegas home teams with Tervis. The eco-friendly brand offers a variety of design options for guest to choose from, including the original double-walled insulated classic line and the new stainless-steel tumblers and bottles. Tervis is the essential spot for sports fans to show support for their team and help the environment.

 

Lids

Represent your team, hometown, and style with Lids inside Miracle Mile Shops. With two locations offering guests a wide collection of licensed professional and college sports team gear, Lids is the best destination for all sports fans. Visitors can find the hottest brands and trends, including snapbacks, beanies, jerseys and much more.

 

Club Tattoo

For the die-hard sports fans looking to cheer on their team with a more permanent tribute, Club Tattoo is the perfect place to visit. Leading the tattoo industry for its innovation, artistic integrity and safety; Club Tattoo offers guests professional staff with world class artists for the ultimate tattoo experience.

 

Miracle Mile Shops is temporarily open from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., seven days a week. For information regarding Miracle Mile Shops health and safety protocol, as well as a full list of open stores and restaurants, visit miraclemileshopslv.com.

 

 

About Miracle Mile Shops™:

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino features more than a mile of 200 shops, tempting restaurants and live entertainment venues at the heart of the famed Las Vegas Strip. The center is home to M·A·C Cosmetics, a leading brand of professional cosmetics; Sephora; premier blow out salon, Drybar; H&M; GUESS; Flight 23 at Footaction, one of only three in the country; Tipsy Robot, the first land-based cocktail bar operated by robots; Buffalo Wild Wings; Chicago popcorn legend Garrett Popcorn Shops’ only Las Vegas location; Nacho Daddy, home of the world-famous Scorpion Shot; 15,000-square-foot bar and restaurant Cabo Wabo® Cantina; Club Tattoo, featuring some of the best tattoo artists and body piercers in the nation; as well as a multi-million dollar fountain show. Miracle Mile Shops is an affiliate of Institutional Mall Investors LLC, a co-investment venture owned by Miller Capital Advisory, Inc., and CalPERS.

 

For more information, call 702.866.0710 or visit www.miraclemileshopslv.com. Keep up with the latest Miracle Mile Shops news via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

 

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Trove of Ice Age Fossils Found in Carson City Backyard Now at Las Vegas Natural History Museum

Trove of Ice Age Fossils Found in Carson City Backyard Now at Las Vegas Natural History Museum

Tom Gordon of Carson City, Nevada was digging a trench for a water line in his backyard when he began to find bones that turned out to be the remains of Ice Age herbivores. Mr. Gordon’s daughter contacted Nevada paleontologist, Dr. Steve Rowland, an Emeritus Geology Professor at UNLV and Lab Manager at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum. In June, Rowland, Gordon, and UNLV PhD student, Eric Chameroy, spent a week digging up the fossils. Rowland and Chameroy are now studying and cataloging the collection at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum

Visitors to the Las Vegas Natural History Museum are invited to stop by the Richard A. Ditton Learning Lab to see the fossils and meet the paleontologists who are currently studying them, Monday through Friday from 9am – 4pm.

“The bones of several individual animals are present in the fossil assemblage,” Rowland said, “but almost all of them appear to belong to the same species. The frustrating thing is that we aren’t completely sure yet what species they belong to! We did not recover any well-preserved skulls, which is the most useful part of an animal’s skeleton for identification purposes, so we have not yet been able to unequivocally identify the species.“

Rowland added that the animal whose bones most closely match the shapes of the Carson City bones, is a musk ox―a long-haired, cow-like animal that lives in Alaska and northern Canada. Musk oxen might seem to be unlikely animals to live in Nevada, but there were two species of musk oxen―both of which are now extinct―that lived throughout much of the U.S. during the Ice Age. Fossils of one of the extinct musk ox species―called the ‘shrub ox’―have been found in a cave north of Reno. The other extinct species―the ‘helmeted musk ox’―has never been reported to occur in Nevada, but it is well known from western Utah, Idaho, and Colorado.

“There is no reason the helmeted musk ox wouldn’t also have lived in Nevada,” Rowland said, “and I strongly suspect that we have the fossils that will ultimately show that it was here.” The helmeted musk ox went extinct about 11,000 years ago. The age of the Carson City fossils is not yet known, but a sample has been sent to a radiocarbon lab for analysis. “I’m guessing it will be around 18,000 to 20,000 years,” he said. “That is the age of the Last Glacial Maximum, when the Earth’s climate was the coldest it had been for the past 100,000 years. It would have been a good time for musk oxen to inhabit Nevada, at the latitude of Carson City.”

Rowland and Chameroy will eventually take some of the fossils to the University of Utah Museum in Salt Lake City, to compare them with fossils that have previously been identified to the level of species. They are also planning a return trip to Carson City to continue excavation.

It has not yet been determined where the Carson City bones will ultimately end up. “They should definitely stay in Nevada. Ideally, they should be permanently housed and displayed in a museum close to where we excavated them,” Rowland said. “They are part of Nevada’s natural heritage. They need to be kept where members of the public can see them and other scientists can examine them”

The Las Vegas Natural History Museum began in 1989 with a small group of citizens who knew the community would benefit from the educational resources it could provide. After very humble beginnings, this private non-profit museum is now a Smithsonian Affiliate, accredited with the American Alliance of Museums, and is a federal and state repository for fossils and artifacts. From the desert to the ocean, from Nevada to Africa, from prehistoric times to the present, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum takes visitors of all ages on a learning adventure around the world.

Please visit www.lvnhm.org, follow on Facebook at Las Vegas Natural History Museum; and @LVHNMuseum on Twitter and Instagram. For additional information, please call (702) 384-3466.