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CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT HONORS HEALTHCARE WORKERS WITH SPECIAL LIGHT SHOWS AT PARIS LAS VEGAS’ EIFFEL TOWER AND HIGH ROLLER OBSERVATION WHEEL

Caesars Entertainment Honors Healthcare Workers with Special Light Shows at Paris Las Vegas’ Eiffel Tower and High Roller Observation Wheel

These iconic Las Vegas attractions shine as beacons of hope for the world

 In tandem with Paris, France, the Eiffel Tower replica at Paris Las Vegas – one of the most iconic landmarks of the Las Vegas skyline – will feature a special twinkling light show at 8 p.m. PT every night for 10 minutes to honor healthcare workers and symbolize hope as the world faces this unprecedented situation together. 

Twinkling lights on the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas (left; video credit: Eiffel Tower Light Show at Paris Las Vegas); Illuminations at the original Eiffel Tower in France (right)

For video of the Eiffel Tower’s twinkling light show in Las Vegas, please visit Paris Las Vegas’ Twitter page.

For video of the Eiffel Tower’s extended illuminations in France, please visit La Tour Eiffel’s Twitter page.

Additionally, Caesars Entertainment will illuminate the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas and the High Roller Observation Wheel at The LINQ Promenade – in red, white and blue nightly as beacons of hope for America during this time of uncertainty.

High Roller Observation Wheel lit blue (photo credit: High Roller Observation Wheel at The LINQ Promenade) 

The Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas will be lit static red, white and blue from dusk to midnight nightly, in addition to the 10-minute twinkling light show at 8 p.m. The High Roller Observation Wheel will also feature red, white and blue light shows beginning at dusk.

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Las Vegas Talents Bring Entertainment Online with GMG Presents: Vegas at Home

Las Vegas Talents Bring World Class Entertainment Inside Thousands of Homes with Greenspun Media Group Presents: Vegas At Home

Westgate Las Vegas resident magician Jen Kramer featured as first guest in virtual series

In an effort to promote positivity during a time of uncertainty, Greenspun Media Group has launched a new online series titled “Vegas At Home,” bringing the best of Vegas’ culture to the homes of Las Vegas locals and visitors alike. The YouTube series will feature exclusive, short performances by Las Vegas’ comedians, chefs, magicians, headliners, musicians, mixologists, athletes and performers; whether it be a signature cocktail recipe, a short comedic set, a favorite at-home workout or a rendition of a few favorite songs.

“Las Vegas is a unique, world-wide destination that thrives on both the world-class talent and the incredible locals and visitors that light up the town all year long,” says Las Vegas Magazine Publisher Jamal Parker. “Here at Greenspun Media Group, we wanted to maintain the city’s connection with its biggest supporters. With Vegas at Home, we hope to bring Las Vegas culture into the homes of thousands until we open our city’s stage again.”

The series kicked off Tuesday, March 24, with a special magic show from iconic Westgate Las Vegas headliner Jen Kramer. The video featured slight-of-hand tricks, direct from Kramer’s own living room. All content for “Vegas At Home” is free to the public to watch, as well as to participate for those who are interested in producing their own Vegas At Home video.

The first installment of Greenspun Media Group presents: Vegas At Home, featuring magician Jen Kramer, can be viewed here.

 

About Greenspun Media Group

Greenspun Media Group (GMG) is managed by The Greenspun Corporation, which is based in Henderson, Nevada. For more than 60 years, GMG has been publishing in Nevada. GMG publishes the Pulitzer Prize winning Las Vegas Sun newspaper, Las Vegas Weekly, Las Vegas Magazine, Vegas Inc, VEGAS2GO, and Healthcare Quarterly. The company produces four local websites, LasVegasSun.com, LasVegasWeekly.com, VegasInc.com and LasVegasMagazine.com. GMG is owned by Brain Greenspun, who also owns Sun Media Productions.

 

For information regarding the Greenspun Media Group, visit www.gmgvegas.com.

 

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THE STOVE TO CLOSE TEMPORARILY SURROUNDING THE COVID-19 IMPACT IN LAS VEGAS

 

THE STOVE TO CLOSE TEMPORARILY SURROUNDING THE COVID-19 IMPACT IN LAS VEGAS

 

The Pop-Up Market, Curbside Pickup, Delivery and Meal Prep Services Will Carry On Through The Restaurant’s Closing Date on Sunday 

 

The Stove located in Henderson has decided to temporarily cease operations due to the hardships surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Their pop-up market, delivery, meal prep services and curbside pickup will carry on through Sunday, March 29th.

“In this time of urgency to keep people safe, we appreciate your support,” said Executive Chef and Part Owner Antonio Nunez. “We are going to shut down to perform routine maintenance and implement small remodels to our restaurant so that our guests can return to a refreshed environment.  All of us, our staff, vendors, and partners appreciate all the support of the community that has kept us going. We hope to be that shining star, that crave, that energy you want when we open back up after our world is back to living!”

The restaurant will continue operating under the following criteria from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. through Sunday where they will then close their doors temporarily:

  • Meal prep services are being offered at The Stove as a family-friendly solution. Individuals and/or families can select from 3 hand-prepared meals for $21 per person. Gluten free and vegan options are available upon request for an additional fee. The options are as listed below:

 

Breakfast (choice of 1, vegan eggs and sausage substitute available)

Pancakes and sausage

Scrambled eggs with potatoes, bacon and bread

Chorizo egg tacos and greens

 

Lunch (choice of 1, vegan chicken substitute available) 

Corned beef with grain mustard and potatoes

Grilled peach salad with greens, cheese and a honey dressing

 

Dinner (choice of 1, vegan chicken substitute available)

Two (2) pork tacos with beans and a side of greens

Fish tacos with slaw and beans

Short rib with crispy potatoes and carrots

 

Orders can be placed by calling 702-625-5216, by texting 702-824-5995, or by ordering via their online platform.

 

  • The Stove will be offering 20% off all perishable items in conjunction with their pop-up market to deplete stock.

 

  • Patrons can enjoy 20% off all curbside orders and must call (702) 625-5216 and pay in advance to take advantage of this amenity.

 

  • The Stove is promoting contactless delivery (with zero delivery fees) from DoorDash. A select menu is available for delivery using this platform.

 

The Stove plans to restore regular operations as soon as the mandated shut-in is lifted. Keep an eye on The Stove’s social media channels for the latest happenings and for current updates.

 

ABOUT THE STOVE 

The Stove features multi-dimensional design dining experiences by celebrity chef Scott Commings, celebrated Vegas Valley local chef, Antonio Nunez, and General Contractor Steve Grodkiewicz of Established Culinary Management. Leisurely lounging at the main bar overlooking the main dining room with a pastry bar sets the scene for the backdrop of the restaurant. The adjacent room has the feel of a speakeasy as you enter, but the setting of a Mad Hatter tea room with an edgy, one-of-a-kind twist to service. New to the restaurant’s offering is the Chambong (champagne-meets-bong) experience all set to breathtaking views of the Valley. To stay up to date on the latest news and offerings, follow The Stove on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Bruno Mars Pledges $1 Million to MGM Resorts Foundation

BRUNO MARS PLEDGES $1 MILLION TO THE MGM RESORTS FOUNDATION FOR MGM EMPLOYEE EMERGENCY GRANT FUND & CHILDREN’S MEDICAL SUPPORT FUND

 

GRAMMY Award-winning entertainer Bruno Mars, who has been a performer at the Park MGM theater, announced today that he has donated $1 million to the MGM Resorts Foundation to support MGM employees impacted economically by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

 

Mars has performed a series of limited dates at The Park Theater at Park MGM in Las Vegas since 2016.

 

A representative for Mars says, “The people at MGM have given Bruno Mars the rare opportunity to be able to continuously gig while he’s in the creative process of working on his next album. With the closures across Las Vegas, Bruno wanted to show his appreciation to the amazing employees who help make these shows possible in hopes that we’ll all be out of this situation and having fun together again very soon.”

 

The money will go toward The MGM Resorts Foundation’s Employee Emergency Grant Fund & Children’s Medical Support Fund, which is designed to help MGM employees and their immediate families with short-term assistance during unexpected hardships and emergencies. The Grant Fund may also provide disaster relief assistance to furloughed or laid-off employees whose compensation is suspended or employment terminated as a result of an extraordinary event (or events) that severely impacts a community in which MGM Resorts conducts business, such as the COVID-19 public health crisis. 

 

“We consider Bruno Mars as part of the MGM family and appreciate what he is doing to help our employees and their families during these uncertain times,” said Bill Hornbuckle, Acting CEO and President of MGM Resorts International. “We recently expanded the eligibility requirements for the fund to help as many employees as we can who are impacted by the crisis, and this donation will help us expand our reach even further.”

 

To learn more about The MGM Resorts Foundation, visit www.mgmresortsfoundation.org.

 

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About The MGM Resorts Foundation

The purpose of The MGM Resorts Foundation is to collect and distribute monies and assets donated by employees of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) for the aid and support of qualified community nonprofit programs, agencies or organizations designated exclusively by MGM Resorts’ employees. The Foundation also collects and distributes donations made by a broad base of donors to support activities organized by MGM Resorts employees and approved by the Foundation’s board of directors to benefit qualified nonprofit charitable organizations.  The Foundation’s Employee Emergency Grant & Children’s Medical Support Fund was organized specifically to enable MGM Resorts employees to provide emergency, hardship, and disaster support to fellow employees and their families.  In addition, since 2012, the Foundation has been the presenting sponsor of the Women’s Leadership Conference, the major women’s conference in the Western region.

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The Mob Museum’s Digital Platforms Offer Exciting Content, Experiences At Home

L to R: Screenshots of The Mob Museum’s new experiential mobile app.
(Photos courtesy of The Mob Museum)

THE MOB MUSEUM’S DIGITAL PLATFORMS OFFER ARRAY OF EXCITING HISTORY AND CURRENT EVENTS CONTENT, INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCES 

 The Mob Museum, The National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, offers numerous ways to stay engaged and enriched with its trove of digital content available for free online.

Packed with interactive online exhibits, digital experiences and curated tours, The Mob Museum’s website (themobmuseum.org) and Mobile App offer a rich and reliable resource for fun and educational tools from the safety of home:

  • Virtual Museum Access
    On its website, visitors can explore all four floors of The Mob Museum, where they can find select artifacts and exhibits presented with educational information. Learn about the origins of organized crime in America, the early days of Las Vegas, the impact of Prohibition on society, the Kefauver Hearings, ongoing organized crime groups and rackets around the world and more.
  • Virtual Tours
    Follow The Mob Museum on social media for information on exclusive new content, including virtual guided tours highlighting the Museum’s artifacts and exhibits. New virtual tours, as well as educational outreach presentations for students in grades K – 12, will be available beginning the week of March 30.
  • The Mob Museum App
    The Mob Museum’s Mobile App, features a variety of experiential elements, such as an interactive map of all four floors of exhibits, self-guided tours and more. The app is available to download for free on Apple and Android. Its entertainingly accurate Doppelgangster feature matches users’ selfies with their Mob history lookalike from a trove of more than 800 images of notable heroes, villains, singers, comedians and entertainers with Mob ties.
  • Blog
    Fresh content, authored by a roster of journalists, authors, historians and other experts on law enforcement and organized crime, continues to be added to the Museum’s dynamic blog. Recent posts include an interview with award-winning screenwriter Nick Pileggi and a story about the Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) recent “Project Python” operation which captured 600 members of a Mexican drug cartel in the United States.
  • Mob History Digital Exhibitions
    With two elaborate online-only exhibitions, home-bound guests can take in-depth, interactive journeys through fascinating events in Mob history.

    • “Prohibition: An Interactive History,” a robust and captivating digital exhibit. The content aims to enhance the experience of touring the Museum. Providing an educational and enjoyable ride through Prohibition’s many facets, the digital exhibit reveals surprising insights into one of the most interesting and misunderstood periods in American history through photographs, text, videos and a variety of interactive elements including a Prohibition-themed game.
    • Another digital exhibition on the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre delves into all facets of this infamous wall where the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre took place on February 14, 1929. Bringing to life the history of one of the Museum’s most significant artifacts—the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Wall—this digital exhibition incorporates photographs and text addressing the event from numerous angles. Topics explored include the bitter rivalry between bootlegging Mob bosses, Bugs Moran and Al Capone; the public outcry that followed the Massacre; the various characters who played a role in the crime; and the ballistics evidence used in the investigation.
  • Film and TV Recommendations
    To access a list of the Museum’s favorite binge-worthy Mob films and TV series, movie buffs can click here.

For more information, please call (702) 229-2734 or visit www.TheMobMuseum.org.

ABOUT THE MOB MUSEUM
The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, a 501(c)(3) non-profit 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 interactive exhibits include a Crime Lab, Firearm Training Simulator and Organized Crime Today exhibit, as well as The Underground, a Prohibition history exhibition featuring a speakeasy and distillery sponsored by Zappos. This year, the Museum released an engaging new mobile app providing the ultimate guide to the Museum for visitors, in-depth education for those seeking more about the history of the Mob and law enforcement, and an innovative, interactive lookalike feature called Doppelgangster which matches user’s facial features with Mob-related images.  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 No. 4 on its list of 10Best U.S. History Museums, “A Must for Travelers” by The New York Times and one of “20 Places Every American Should See” by FOX News and Budget Travel magazine. 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 or visit themobmuseum.org.

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Drai’s Las Vegas Provides 30-Day Supply of Food and Water to Share Village Through Its Drai’s Cares Program

 

Drai’s Las Vegas Provides 30-Day Supply of Food and Water to
Share Village Through Its Drai’s Cares Program

As part of Drai’s Las Vegas’ ongoing commitment to serve the local community through its Drai’s Cares program, the company has made a donation to support Share Village, formerly known as Veterans Village.

 

The donation included food and supplies from the Drai’s Beachclub restaurant, in addition to 40 cases of water provided by Oxigen Water. The donated items, which were delivered over the course of three days by the Drai’s team, will sustain the center for an estimated 30 days.

 

Drai’s Cares is a community initiative created by the staff of Drai’s Las Vegas to serve children, veterans and others who are in need. In addition to ongoing assistance for Share Village, the organization supports many local causes including The Just One Project, Foundation for Positively Kids and several local schools. Share Village provides housing, food, medical assistance and other resources to veterans and local community members who are in need.

 

About Drai’s Beachclub • Nightclub
Strategically located at the corner of Las Vegas Blvd. and Flamingo Blvd. on the rooftop of Caesars Entertainment’s 188-room boutique hotel The Cromwell, Drai’s Beachclub • Nightclub takes entertainment and nightlife to new heights. The Strip’s only rooftop Beachclub includes multiple pools shaded by 10 towering palm trees, a variety of cabanas and bungalows, two full-service bars and a gourmet kitchen. Drai’s Nightclub is a dazzling, multi-level club with an expansive dance floor, massive LED lighting systems, and modern technology featuring more than 7,000 square feet of the most state of the art high definition LEDs in production, including a towering 80-sided LED disco ball – the only one of its kind. Additionally, the legendary Drai’s After Hours is back in its original location solidifying itself as the ultimate late-night, see-and-be-seen party destination for more than two decades. For more information, visit DraisGroup.com and follow Drai’s on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram – @draislv, @draisbeachclub, and @draisafterhours.

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Station Casinos Donates Over 120 Pallets of Food to Local Charities

STATION CASINOS DONATES OVER 120 PALLETS OF FOOD TO LOCAL CHARITIES

To continue aiding the Las Vegas community during this difficult time, Station Casinos donated over 120 pallets of food from ten valley properties to Three Square Food Bank yesterday and throughout the weekend. The generous delivery contained a variety of nutritious foods including over 3,000 dozen eggs, 2,800 pounds of watermelon, 2,800 gallons of orange juice, 1,000 cases of fresh vegetables, 249 cases of fresh fruit, 150 cases of potatoes, and much more that will be further distributed to individuals and families in need.

 

In addition, Station Casinos donated over 200 gallons of milk and an assortment of bakery items including brownies, cakes, pies and more to various local charities including The Salvation Army and Veterans Village.

 

In addition to its direct food donations to Three Square, Station Casinos also partnered with the charity to distribute food at its Sunset Station, Boulder Station and Palace Station parking lots to those in need. (More information here: https://www.threesquare.org/help)

 

Station Casinos remains committed to a “Doors Closed, Hearts Open” philosophy to serve the Las Vegas community. The company recently announced that despite the statewide mandated closure of its properties, Station Casinos will continue to offer regular pay and health benefits to all of its hourly and salaried full-time team members through April 30, 2020.

 

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About Station Casinos

Station Casinos owns 20 properties throughout Southern Nevada including Boulder Station, Fiesta Henderson, Fiesta Rancho, Green Valley Ranch Resort, Palace Station, Red Rock Resort, Santa Fe Station, Sunset Station, Texas Station, Palms Casino Resort, Wild Wild West and several smaller properties under the Wildfire Gaming division.

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The Neon Museum Offers Web-based App, YouTube, Social Media During Temporary Closure

 

Hard Rock Café featured on the Neon Museum’s app.
(Photo courtesy of The Neon Museum)

THE NEON MUSEUM OFFERS CONTENT VIA WEB-BASED APP, YOUTUBE CHANNEL, SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS DURING TEMPORARY CLOSURE

While The Neon Museum in Las Vegas experiences its temporary closure due to COVID-19 measures, it offers several ways to #NeonMuseumFromHome and stay engaged including The Neon Museum web-based app, YouTube channel, social media platform, blog and e-newsletter.

The Neon Museum’s free web-based app enables users to learn about select signs housed in the Boneyard outdoor exhibition space. Anyone with a computer or smartphone data plan can access the app via the website at www.neonmuseum.app and use the password NEON to access it.

Comprising photos, text and audio narration, the museum’s app spotlights 25 of the collection’s most popular artifacts and pieces from Lost Vegas: Tim Burton @ The Neon Museum. Beginning with the La Concha visitor’s center itself, a classic example of the roadside Googie architecture designed by pioneering African American architect Paul Revere Williams, the app also includes fun facts, history and anecdotes about the following signs: Hard Rock Café guitar, Golden Nugget, Moulin Rouge, Fitzgerald’s, Sassy Sally’s, Yucca Motel, Nevada Motel, Chief Hotel Court, Steiner Cleaners, Doc & Eddy’s, the Red Barn, Anderson Dairy, Green Shack, Treasure Island, Wedding Information, Aladdin, Jerry’s Nugget, Stardust, Riviera, Frontier, La Concha sign and Ugly Duckling.

To watch videos of The Neon Museum’s signs and exhibits, including features on Lost Vegas: Tim Burton @ The Neon Museum and “Strings Of Neon,” the Hard Rock Café Guitar restoration documentary, visit the museum’s YouTube channel at https://bit.ly/3a8SUlK.

Users interested in learning more about the signs may access The Neon Museum blog here https://bit.ly/2UpUadt. The blog includes articles dedicated to a variety of topics, including “Lost Signs of Las Vegas,” “How Many Signs Light Up?” and “Days of Luxor Past: The Neon Museum’s Most Enigmatic Sign.”

For ongoing communication from The Neon Museum, sign up to receive e-newsletters with the latest news from The Neon Museum, go to https://bit.ly/2xX7qyN.

Finally, for daily dispatches (and timely memes) from The Neon Museum, follow The Neon Museum on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and comment using  #NeonMuseumFromHome.

ABOUT THE NEON MUSEUM
Founded in 1996, the Neon Museum is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to collecting, preserving, studying and exhibiting iconic Las Vegas signs for educational, historic, arts and cultural enrichment. It has been named “Best Museum” by Las Vegas Weekly, one of “Sin City’s Best Retro Sites” by MSN, “No. 1 Las Vegas Museum Sure to Entertain and Educate” by USA Today’s 10best.com, “One of the Top 10 Coolest Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do” by Forbes.com, one of the “Top 10 Historic Spots in Las Vegas” by Vegas.com; one of “15 Most Fascinating Museums in the U.S.” by VacationIdea.com; and earns a consistent 4.5 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor. On its 2.27-acre campus, the Neon Museum houses an outdoor exhibition space known as the Neon Boneyard (“boneyard” is traditionally the name for an area where items no longer in use are stored); the North Gallery, home to the nighttime augmented-reality, audiovisual spectacle, “Brilliant!”; the Boulevard Gallery outdoor exhibit and event space; and its visitors’ center, housed inside the former La Concha Motel lobby. The museum collection also includes nine restored signs installed as public art throughout downtown Las Vegas. Public education, outreach, research, archival preservation and a grant-funded neon sign survey represent a selection of the museum’s ongoing projects. Both the Neon Boneyard and the La Concha Visitors’ Center are located at 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North in

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With Overwhelming Demand, Pinkbox Doughnuts and Siegel Cares Expands Free Doughnut Deliveries to Healthcare Providers, Fire Departments and Police Command Centers

 

With Overwhelming Demand, Pinkbox Doughnuts and
Siegel Cares Expands Free Doughnut Deliveries to Healthcare Providers, Fire Departments and Police Command Centers

Since Pinkbox Doughnuts® announced last week that the company would be sending daily doughnut deliveries to local health care providers, fire departments and police area commands, the company has delivered more than 300 dozen free doughnuts. Plus, in response to numerous requests for Pinkbox to expand deliveries, the local doughnut shop is now sending doughnuts to corrections officers and paramedics, as well.

 

“We are hearing stories first-hand from the men and women in the field going above and beyond the call of duty to help keep our community safe from the spread of COVID-19 and we want to do all we can to support each and every one of them,” said Judith Siegel, owner of Pinkbox. “We have received an overwhelming response with requests for doughnuts and we are working to add deliveries for each and every one, while also taking extra safety precautions for our drivers and other employees.”

Pinkbox is sending free doughnuts to Valley Health System hospitals, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department area commands, Clark County Fire Department stations, all Henderson and North Las Vegas police and fire stations, major hospitals throughout the Las Vegas Valley and Share Village, formerly Veterans Village.

 

Pinkbox will be open 24 hours a day, every day of the week for the Las Vegas community throughout the state’s 30-day shutdown. Doughnuts are available for pre-order and pick-up by emailing contact@pinkboxdoughnuts.com and can be conveniently delivered from all locations through Pinkbox or via Postmates. Pinkbox offers an array of colorful and unique doughnut creations, from classic selections such as apple fritters and old fashioned doughnuts to signature creations such as Unicorn, Pooh®, Shaka®, Baby Got Razz, a raspberry cheesecake doughnut; and more. There are three Pinkbox locations in Las Vegas and Henderson: 10251 S. Eastern Ave. in Henderson, 702.410.9799; 7531 W. Lake Mead Blvd. in the northwest area, 702.478.7465; and 9435 W. Tropicana Ave., 702.222.3370. In addition to its already high standards of cleanliness, Pinkbox has enacted safety measures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Siegel Cares provides community support through various philanthropic initiatives supported by The Siegel Group, the parent company behind Pinkbox Doughnuts®.

 

About Pinkbox Doughnuts®:

Awarded “Best Donuts” in the 2017, 2018 and 2019 Las Vegas Review-Journal “Best of Las Vegas” Awards, Pinkbox Doughnuts® offers three locations in the Las Vegas Valley: 10251 S. Eastern Ave. in Henderson, Nev. 702.410.9799; 7531 W. Lake Mead Blvd. in the northwest area, 702.478.7465; and the newest location at 9435 W. Tropicana Ave., 702.222.3370. Pinkbox was established in 2012. More information about Pinkbox is on the website at www.pinkboxdoughnuts.com, as well as on social media on Instagram at @pinkboxdoughnuts, on Facebook at  PinkboxDoughnuts and Twitter at @Pinkboxdoughnuts

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Restaurants Opened: Echo & Rig, Sambalatte & Rooster Boy Cafe Markets; Wine Shop

 

Echo & Rig at Tivol Village

Chef Sam Marvin is offering daily grab & go menus from the Echo & Rig Butcher Shop of Las Vegas. Curbside service is available without LeavingYour Car. Open daily from 11am-4pm. echoandrig.com

 

Marche Bacchus French Bistro & Wine Shop:

The retail wine shop is opened Monday – Saturday, 11 – 7pm (or while supplies last). The restaurant and bar is temporarily closed. Gift Cards are available for purchase. marchebacchus.com

Rooster Boy Cafe: features a market, filled with essentials, such as toilet paper, milk and eggs and offers convenient to go and take out meals, with curbside delivery, made fresh daily, including granola, pastries, vegetables and more. Tuesday – Saturday, 11am – 3pm. For more information, call (702) 560-2453 or visit: roosterboycafe.com

 

Boca Park Fashion Village:

Sambalatte at Boca Park also has a market available with several basic supplies available: toilet paper, facial tissue, butter, eggs, organic milk 1 gal. (Whole & nonfat), penne pasta, & rice pilaf.

More items arriving everyday. Limits apply. First responders also receive discounts on all purchases. We are open everyday 9-4. No calls please. Delivery available thru Chow Now. First come; first serve. samblatte.com

Grimaldis at Boca Park

Get all of your Grimaldi’s favorites delivered or to-go! FREE delivery now available through Uber Eats and Door Dash (first time customers). grimaldis.com

The Cheesecake Factory at Boca Park

Delivery fee is on us. As many of our neighborhoods transition from dine-in service to only allowing takeout and delivery, we’re here to serve however we can. Spend $15 or more, and get a $0 delivery fee on DoorDash. Offer can be used however many times you want. thecheesecakefactory.com

 

Kona Grill – Anywhere, Anytime; Available for Takeout & Delivery.  Order Takeout Online at KonaGrill.com or Delivery Through Our Partners.

 

Panera Bread – Free Delivery with $15 of more…we are now offering FREE DELIVERY now through 3/31/20. Order now: https://bit.ly/3bfVWow

Closed:

Lolas Summerlin – Closed this past weekend, temporarily.

The Juice Standard – Closed temporarily

Via Brasil Steakhouse – Closed temporarily

 

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UNLV MEN’S BASKETBALL NEWS: Hamilton Earns NABC All-District Honors

BRYCE HAMILTON EARNS NABC ALL-DISTRICT HONORS


UNLV men’s basketball sophomore guard named to District 17’s second team

UNLV sophomore guard Bryce Hamilton has earned 2019-20 National Association of Basketball Coaches’ (NABC) All-District 17 second team honors, the organization announced Monday.

 

Hamilton, who led the Runnin’ Rebels to a second-place finish in the Mountain West this season as the team tallied 12 conference victories for the first time in 12 seasons, was one of 10 players in his district to earn recognition. The all-district teams were selected and voted on by member coaches of the NABC in NCAA Division I.

 

District 17’s first team included UNR’s Jalen Harris, San Diego State’s Malachi Flynn, Utah State’s Sam Merrill, San Diego State’s Yanni Wetzel and Colorado State’s Nico Carvacho, while the second team was made up of Hamilton, Boise State’s Justinian Jessup and Derrick Alson Jr., San Diego State’s Matt Mitchell and Utah State’s Neemias Queta. San Diego State’s Brian Dutcher earned the District 17 Coach of the Year award.

 

Hamilton was UNLV’s first first-team All-Mountain West honoree since 2013 and averaged a team-high 16.0 points per game for UNLV during the 2019-20 season, playing in all 32 games and starting 14. He shot 45.3 percent from the field and averaged 5.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists per contest. In conference action, he was second in the league in scoring with 20.9 ppg and was second on the team in rebounding at 6.7 rpg, starting 11 of UNLV’s 18 league contests. He became the first Runnin’ Rebel to average at least 20 ppg in conference play in nine years.

 

Hamilton scored in double figures in 24 games overall, including each of his last 19 contests, scored a career-high 35 points vs. New Mexico on Jan. 18 and tallied at least 20 points in 10 games (eight of his last 13 contests). He was named the league’s Player of the Week on two occasions.

 

Hamilton was also named to the U.S. Basketball Writers Association’s All-District VIII team earlier this month.

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Freed’s Bakery Expands Offerings to Include Fresh Bread, Family Activity Kits and Discounted Delivery

Freed’s Bakery Expands Offerings to Include Fresh Bread,
Family Activity Kits and Discounted Delivery


 In response to current health and safety measures taken in Las Vegas, Freed’s Bakery—popular family-owned establishment of 60 years, has introduced fresh breads, two-layered cakes, decorating activity kits and discounted delivery to its menu.

 

With three locations in the Las Vegas Valley, Freed’s Bakery and both Freed’s Dessert Shops will remain open and offer both curbside pickup and local delivery, which is now discounted 50 percent. The local bakery which was featured on Food Network’s hit show “Vegas Cakes,” has altered operations to focus on the needs of the community with the production of freshly baked bread. Bread offerings include White, Seeded Rye and Challah and are available for curbside pickup and delivery.

 

“Our effort at this time is to provide food and comfort to our community while also providing a source of income for our Freed’s Bakery team,” said Freed’s Bakery owner Max Jacobson-Fried. “We will continue to service the community as long as we’re able to provide a safe working environment, safe product, and remain morally responsible following the guidelines and recommendations of our governing bodies.”

 

A spin on its popular three-layer 7-inch round dessert cake, Freed’s has introduced a two-layer 7-inch round cake, created with smaller groups and minimal waste in mind. For those looking for at-home activities, Freed’s Bakery has created cookie and cupcake decorating activity kits, complete with the choice of pastry, piped frosting, sprinkles and fondant design garnishes.  Freed’s activity kits include a variety of themes and are available for both delivery and curbside pickup.

 

Freed’s baked goods are available at Freed’s Bakery located at 9815 S Eastern Ave., and both Freed’s Dessert Shops, located at 6475 N Decatur Blvd. and 10870 W. Charleston Ave., suite #110. More information may be found at freedsbakery.com or by calling the bakery at 702.456.7762.

 

About Freed’s Bakery 

A favorite of locals and visitors, alike, Freed’s Bakery, located at 9815 S. Eastern Ave. in Las Vegas, has been serving up scrumptious sweets since 1959. The family-owned and operated bakery creates elaborate cakes, cookies, pastries and more. Freed’s imaginative designs have been showcased in Food Network’s popular show, “Vegas Cakes.” Freed’s Bakery has been voted “Best Bakery” for more than 35 years by the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s “Best of Las Vegas” poll Freed’s Bakery is open daily from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Sundays. Freed’s Dessert Shop, located at 6475 N. Decatur Blvd. in Northwest Las Vegas, is open daily from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Freed’s Dessert Shop, located at 10870 W. Charleston Ave, suite #110 in Summerlin, is open daily from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. More information about Freed’s Bakery and Freed’s Dessert Shops may be found by calling 702.456.7762, at www.freedsbakery.com and by following Freed’s Bakery on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @FreedsBakery.

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NEW AIR DATE ANNOUNCED FOR THE“55TH ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS™,” WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16 ON CBS

 

NEW AIR DATE ANNOUNCED FOR THE
“55TH ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS™,”
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16 ON CBS

15-Time ACM Award® Winner Keith Urban to Host for the First Time

 The Academy of Country Music® and dick clark productions announced today that the 55TH ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS™ has set a new air date, Wednesday, Sept. 16 (live 8:00-11:00 PM ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network, and will stream live and on demand on CBS All Access. As previously announced, the 55th ACM Awards® that honors the biggest names and emerging talent in the Country Music industry, will be hosted by reigning ACM® Entertainer of the Year and 15-time ACM Award® winner Keith Urban for the first time.

As announced last week, the new special ACM PRESENTS: OUR COUNTRY will be broadcast Sunday, April 5 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, the time period originally slated for the 55TH ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS. The new special will feature at-home acoustic performances with top Country artists along with clips of their favorite ACM Awards moments. It will be a night filled with entertainment, hope and reflection, bringing the healing power of music to Americans at a time when they need it most.

Additional details surrounding the 55th ACM Awards will be available soon, including the venue, performers and more. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com. You can also like Academy of Country Music on Facebook or follow on Twitter at @ACMawards, follow on Instagram at @ACMawards and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List for more immediate updates.

About the Academy of Country Music Awards™
The 55th Academy of Country Music Awards™ is dedicated to honoring and showcasing the biggest names and emerging talent in the Country Music industry. The show is produced for television by dick clark productions and will broadcast LIVE on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 on the CBS Television Network, and will be available to stream live and on-demand on CBS All Access. R.A. Clark, Barry Adelman, Mark Bracco and Amy Thurlow are executive producers. Damon Whiteside is executive producer for the Academy of Country Music.

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Insomniac Announces 24/7 Broadcast of Classic Festival Sets with ‘Insomniac Rewind’

INSOMNIAC ANNOUNCES 24/7 BROADCAST
OF CLASSIC FESTIVAL SETS WITH ‘INSOMNIAC REWIND’

Fans can tune in and relive performances and archive festival footage from EDC Las Vegas, EDC Orlando, EDC Mexico, HARD Summer, and the Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival

 

24/7 broadcast on tv.insomniac.com runs now through March 31

 

TUNE IN ** TUNE IN ** TUNE IN ** TUNE IN

 

WHAT: To help ease the festival FOMO of dance music fans around the world, Insomniac has unlocked its archives and created a special YouTube channel that will be broadcasting 24/7 classic sets and festival footage from the past 5 years of EDC Las Vegas, as well as performances from EDC Orlando, EDC Mexico, HARD Summer, and the recent Okeechobee Festival. Formally launched at 11am PT on March 19, ‘Insomniac Rewind’ will broadcast 24/7 on YouTube and Twitch until midnight on Tuesday, March 31, keeping spirits high while the dance music community stays safe at home.

Fans can also tune in to Insomniac’s first-ever Virtual Rave-A-Thon, which will feature special live DJ sets this Friday and Saturday, March 20-21, from 8pm until 12am PT. Stay tuned to the Beyond Wonderland Instagram for set times and updates.

Insomniac will continue to release new content via its YouTube channel throughout the coming weeks, including new episodes of its Golf Cart Confessions interview series, filmed backstage at various Insomniac festivals in 2019.

 

WHEN: The Beyond Wonderland Virtual Rave-A-Thon will broadcast live Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21 from 8pm PT to 12am PT each night. The 24/7 Insomniac Rewind livestream will launch Thursday, March 19 at 11am PT and broadcast through Tuesday, March 31. You can view the livestream schedule in the YouTube description of the broadcast page.

 

WHERE: tv.insomniac.com

About Insomniac

Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next-generation special effects, these events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the experience is the company’s top priority.

For over 25 years, Insomniac has produced more than 2,000 festivals, concerts and club nights for nearly 5 million attendees across the globe. The company’s premier annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 465,000 fans over three days.

The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993. In 2013, Insomniac entered into a partnership with global entertainment company Live Nation.

Keep up with Insomniac announcements and news on Insomniac.com, Facebook and Twitter.

 

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Las Vegas Restaurants Offer Takeout, Curbside and Delivery Services to Support Locals During Crisis

Las Vegas Restaurants Offer Takeout, Curbside and Delivery Services to Support Locals During Crisis

Eat Well But #StayHomeForNevada

Restaurants across Las Vegas are continuing to offer takeout, curbside pickup and delivery services throughout this crisis. Supporting these establishments will help our favorite local restaurants continue to provide jobs for their employees as well as food for the community. This list will be updated continuously and is available here.  Restaurants looking to be added to this list can complete this quick form.

Mirroring other cities across the nation, Las Vegas also has launched a Virtual Tip Jar to support newly out-of-work restaurant, bar and club employees during the mandated shutdown. In lieu of visiting favorite restaurants and bars, Las Vegans can support local industry staff by sending a “tip” to their favorite bartenders, servers and more via Venmo, Cash App, Paypal and Zelle. Industry workers can fill out this form to be added to the list while those interested in donating can view responses in this grid.

Restaurants looking to launch touch-free takeout in their parking lots can contact OneDine®, which will turn any restaurant with a parking lot into a curbside operation within 24 hours – for free during the current gathering restrictions. Using OneDine’s technology, restaurant patrons can order, pay and pick-up without leaving their cars.

Below is a list of restaurants Las Vegans can enjoy via curbside pickup, drive-thru or delivery services:

 

  • 8Kitchen (25060 St. Rose Pkwy, Ste 150)
    • The Modern American fusion cuisine from Chef Nathan Asamoto and owners Neelu and John Rhee at 8Kitchen is available for delivery through Grubhub and Postmates.

 

  • Bajamar Seafood & Tacos
    • Seafood-centric taco spot Bajamar is serving up its authentic Baja-style fish tacos to go at both of its locations in the valley. Guests can call to place orders for takeaway and curbside pickup. For the Downtown (1615 S Las Vegas Blvd) location please call (702) 331-4266 and for the Southwest (8180 Blue Diamond Rd, Ste 110) location please call (702) 331-5509.
  • Bone and Belly Ramen (2235 Village Walk Dr)
    • Chef Nathan Asamoto’s modern Japanese ramen shop Bone and Belly Ramen is available for delivery. Orders can be placed through Grubhub.

 

  • District One Kitchen and Bar (3400 S Jones Blvd)
    • The chefs at District One have designed a curbside menu featuring their signature Vietnamese and Asian fusion dishes that are available for both lunch and dinner. First responders receive 50% off their order for curbside pickup while seniors and disabled persons receive 50% off and free delivery within a five-mile radius. Guests can place orders for pickup or delivery by calling (702) 413-6868 or emailing catering@districtonelv.com.
  • Echo & Rig Butcher and Steakhouse (440 S Rampart Blvd)
    • Echo & Rig has pickup and delivery services for butcher shop and menu items. The butcher shop hours are from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily with take-out and curbside options available from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, please email info@echoandrig.com.
  • Forte Tapas (4180 S Rainbow Blvd, Ste 806)
    • Family owned Forte Tapas serves up an array of European comfort food, from Mediterranean salads to juicy pelmeni dumplings, available for takeout at 15% off. Guests can pair their meals with a bottle of wine from Forte’s selection. To place orders, please call 702-220-3876.
  • Grape Vine Café, Wine Bar & Cellar (7501 W Lake Mead Blvd)
    • Downtown Summerlin’s Grape Vine Café is offering curbside pickup and deliveries Monday through Saturday from 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. All guests can enjoy bottles of wine at 50% off while those living in a five-mile radius can receive their delivery free with a purchase of $50 or more. Order online or by calling (702) 228-9463.
  • Griddlecakes
    • Breakfast and lunch hotspot Griddlecakes is serving up its menu of fluffy pancakes, omelets, sandwiches and more for guests to enjoy in the comfort of their own home. Guests can place orders for the Rhodes Ranch location (6085 S Fort Apache Rd) through Grubhub and Postmates and the Silverado Ranch location (9480 S Eastern Ave) through Grubhub and Postmates.

 

  • Jackie Bee (6250 W Charleston Blvd)
    • Jackie Bee Boba Express & Thai Bistro is serving up its lunch specials and more for delivery. Guests can place orders via Grubhub, Postmates and Uber Eats.

 

  • Khoury’s Mediterranean Restaurant (9340 W Sahara Ave, Ste 106)
    • Family owned Khoury’s Mediterranean Restaurant has been serving authentic Lebanese food, from recipes handed down through generations, since it opened in 2006. Guests can use promo code HUMMUS-SOS for $10 off an order of $50 or more for pickup or delivery orders, which can be placed via the restaurant’s website, Grubhub, Postmates or Uber Eats.
  • Le Thai 2 (2202 W Charleston Blvd)
    • Chef Dan Coughlin’s celebrated Thai cuisine will continue to serve the Las Vegas community with takeout and delivery at Le Thai 2. Take-out orders can be placed by phone by calling (702) 675-3892 and delivery can be ordered online via Grubhub, Postmates, Uber Eats and Door Dash. 
  • Marché Bacchus (2620 Regatta Dr, Ste 106)
    • French Bistro Marché Bacchus is offering its to-go lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch menus for pickup or delivery if within a 10-mile radius. Delivery is free with a minimum order of $30. To place orders please call (702) 804-8008.
  • The Palm (3500 Las Vegas Blvd)
    • The Palm is offering 25% off its menu, including succulent Nova Scotia lobsters and juicy steaks, as well as 50% off wines by the bottle for take-out orders. Additionally, 837 Club members will receive double points on their orders through Apr. 15. To place orders, please call (702) 732-7256. Pickup will take place at the back entrance of the Forum Shops at Caesars on the service road off Jay Sarno (via Frank Sinatra).
  • Pasta Shop Ristorante & Art Gallery (2525 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy)
  • Public School 702 (1850 Festival Plaza Dr)
    • Public School 702’s menu of American favorites featuring global influences is available for takeout and delivery from Downtown Summerlin. Takeout orders can be placed by calling (702) 749-3007 while delivery can be placed on Grubhub, Postmates and Uber Eats.
  • Sambalatte
    • Guests can enjoy coffee sourced from around the world, as well as fresh pastries, at both of Sambalatte’s locations. Takeout orders for the Boca Park location (750 S Rampart Blvd, Ste 9) can be placed by calling (702) 272-2333. Takeout orders for Sunset and Jones (6555 S Jones Blvd) can be placed by calling (702) 434-2337 or guests can opt to use their drive-thru.

 

  • Shiraz (2575 S Decatur Blvd)
    • Shiraz serves up an array of authentic Persian, Indian and Mediterranean cuisine Tuesday through Sunday for pickup or delivery. Guests can order lunch from 11 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Orders can be placed on its website.
  • TSP Bakery (6120 N Decatur Blvd)
    • Owners Richard and Kari Garcia serve up an array of sweet treats, including their signature mini cupcakes, at TSP Bakery. They’re offering free delivery across the valley as well as curbside pickup at their shop. To place orders, guests can visit https://www.tsplv.com/order or call (702) 331-9265.
  • Trattoria Nakamura-Ya (5040 W Spring Mountain)
    • Trattoria Nakamura-Ya’s signature Japanese-style Italian fusion cuisine is available from 11:45 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. and is available in its lunch special combo throughout all hours of operation. Guests can order takeout by calling (702) 251-0022 or delivery through Grubhub and Postmates.
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KITCHEN TABLE AND KITCHEN TABLE SQUARED IMPLEMENT A ‘KIDS EAT FREE’ POLICY IN LIGHT OF COVID-19 CONCERNS

KITCHEN TABLE AND KITCHEN TABLE SQUARED IMPLEMENT A ‘KIDS EAT FREE’ POLICY IN LIGHT OF COVID-19 CONCERNS

Kids Will Eat Free at Both Locations Indefinitely 

Kitchen Table located in Henderson and Kitchen Table Squared located at The Gramercy are implementing a kids eat free policy indefinitely in light of recent COVID-19 concerns. Both locations will begin the program starting Thursday, March 19th.

“I felt it was my duty to supply my diners with the tools that they need to survive during these trying times,” said Javier Chavez, Executive Chef and Owner. “Nobody is working right now and people may not know how they are going to carry on, especially when caring for children. It’s my duty to give back to my Kitchen Table family just like they’ve given so much to me.”

Kids 12 and under will  eat for free when utilizing their in-house delivery service ($5 flat fee within a 7 mile radius). Menu items include pancakes, waffles, the All American (2 eggs, potatoes, buttered toast, choice of bacon or sausage), quesadilla and chicken tenders. *Limit 2 per household

Other services that are still up-and-running while keeping the new state laws  top-of-mind include:

•First responders including but not limited to medical professionals, police and firefighters will enjoy 50% off all delivery orders

•Guests paying cash for delivery orders will enjoy 10% off their order

•Industry professionals will enjoy 15% off all delivery orders with proof of employment.

You can enjoy Chef Javier’s signature recipes from both Kitchen Table Squared and Kitchen Table, available daily from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Orders can be placed by phone by calling 702-982-8218 (Kitchen Table Squared), or 702-478-4782 (Kitchen Table).

 

ABOUT KITCHEN TABLE

Kitchen Table is a revival concept created by Chef Javier Chavez that redefines breakfast and lunch into a social eatery. Welcoming patrons whose own kitchen table might be local or elsewhere in the world, our chef transforms traditional American breakfast and lunch with ethnic styles ranging from Europe to Mexico. With an open kitchen concept, chefs work their magic on dishing up simply classic dishes and transforming them into witty renditions of food from the heart. To stay up to date on the latest news and offerings, follow Kitchen Table on Facebook or Instagram.

ABOUT KITCHEN TABLE SQUARED

Serving breakfast, lunch and tapas, Kitchen Table Squared is the sister location to local favorite Kitchen Table of Henderson that features an upscale dining room, complete with a formal pastry and coffee bar. Chef Javier Chavez evolves his original European/Latin inspired menu by offering dinner appropriate tapas options as well as a unique cocktail program. To stay up to date on the latest news and offerings, follow Kitchen Table on Facebook or Instagram.

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UNLV ATHLETICS NEWS: Lindy La Rocque Chosen To Lead Women’s Basketball Program

LINDY LA ROCQUE CHOSEN TO LEAD UNLV WOMEN’S BASKETBALL PROGRAM

After being a part of 11 straight NCAA Tournament appearances, including as a player and coach at Stanford, the Las Vegas native is returning home

@UNLVAthletics | @UNLVLadyRebels

LAS VEGAS (UNLVRebels.com) – Lindy La Rocque has been named the new head women’s basketball coach at UNLV, Director of Athletics Desiree Reed-Francois announced Wednesday.

A key part of 11 straight NCAA Tournament appearances, La Rocque is returning to her native Las Vegas where she prepped at Durango High School before playing in four straight Final Fours as a student-athlete at Stanford University. She has been an assistant coach with the Cardinal for the last three years under legendary head coach and Hall of Famer Tara VanDerveer.

“We are so enthused about bringing Coach La Rocque back to Las Vegas to lead our women’s basketball program,” Reed-Francois said. “Our pool of candidates was exceptional, but Lindy’s character, intellect and energy really stood out. She has worked for and learned from some of the best leaders in sports history and is a rising star in coaching. She will be a great fit for our program, university and in the community.”

On the coaching staff at Stanford since 2017, the program consistently ranked among the top 10 in the country. The Cardinal made NCAA Tournament appearances in each season, including two Sweet 16s, an Elite Eight and won the Pac-12 Conference Tournament Championship in 2019. From 2017-20, Stanford had an overall record of 82-22 and was 43-10 in conference play.

“I am so thrilled to be able to come back to my hometown of Las Vegas to lead the UNLV women’s basketball program,” La Rocque said. “It is truly special to return to a place and in a community that has essentially raised and has supported me throughout all of my life. I have been a Rebel fan since I was a young girl and to now be the head coach at UNLV is truly a dream come true. Thank you to Desiree Reed-Francois and President Meana for this incredible opportunity and for their belief and trust in me to lead these young women. I cannot wait to get started!”

Prior to coaching at Stanford, La Rocque spent two seasons (2015-17) as an assistant coach at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, helping the Bruins to a pair of NCAA Tournament berths, including the program’s first in nine seasons. Belmont went 51-15 overall and 29-3 in Ohio Valley Conference play during La Rocque’s time there, winning the league’s regular-season championship during the 2016-17 season and the conference’s tournament title both seasons.

La Rocque began her coaching career as a graduate assistant at the University of Oklahoma, working for Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer Sherri Coale, while pursuing her master’s degree in education. The team played in both the 2014 and 2015 NCAA Tournaments.

La Rocque played at Stanford from 2008-12, appearing in 138 career games which ranks eighth in program history. She was instrumental in helping the Cardinal compile a 137-12 overall record during her four years, including an amazing 71-1 mark in Pac-12 play. Her team won four regular season conference championships and four league tournament titles, appearing in the NCAA Tournament each season and advancing to the national title game in 2010.

The eighth full-time head coach in UNLV women’s basketball history, La Rocque is the first originally from Las Vegas to be hired to lead the Lady Rebel program.

La Rocque earned a bachelor’s degree in science, technology and society, with an emphasis in earth systems, civil and environmental engineering, and calculus from Stanford in 2012. She holds a master’s degree in adult and higher education from Oklahoma, which she earned in 2015.

La Rocque was a decorated student-athlete at Durango High School in Las Vegas, where she became the school’s (boy’s and girl’s) all-time leading scorer with 2,678 points and holds many other program records.

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WHAT THEY ARE SAYING…

Tara VanDerveer
Stanford Women’s Basketball Head Coach
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer

“I am thrilled for Lindy and this excellent opportunity for her to return to her hometown and further her career as head coach of UNLV. First as a player, then as a coach, Lindy has helped maintain the championship tradition of Stanford women’s basketball. I’ve been pleased to see her channel her high IQ both on and off the court to assist our program in every facet, including recruiting, compliance and academic efforts. Because of her basketball knowledge, matched with unwavering loyalty and integrity, I expect her to do very well in Las Vegas.”

Bernard Muir
Stanford Director of Athletics

“Lindy La Rocque is a rising star in the profession and this is truly an exciting opportunity as she takes the next step in her career while returning home. Lindy’s influence on our student-athletes has been evident both on and off the court while her championship pedigree as a student-athlete gives her instant credibility and allows her to genuinely connect and build relationships with anyone.”

Sherri Coale
Oklahoma Women’s Basketball Head Coach
Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer

“Lindy is one of the brightest young minds in our game. She understands basketball and is passionate about teaching it. Her personal energy and the positive frame through which she sees the world will fuel her leadership of the UNLV program. Lindy La Rocque is a star.”

Bob Miller
Former Governor of Nevada

“As a Lady Rebel fan, I am excited that Lindy will bring her experience and enthusiasm to UNLV. I have known her since her childhood and watched her develop into one of the best high school players in our state’s history, then a Stanford star. She is a student and teacher of the game, and players and fans alike will benefit from her knowledge. I can hardly wait!”

Lute Olson
Former Arizona Men’s Basketball Head Coach
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer

“Congratulations to UNLV for hiring a young and energetic coach in Lindy La Rocque to head their women’s basketball program. I have known Lindy since she was born. Lindy was the first, and only girl, to attend my Elite Basketball Camp at the University of Arizona! I have always followed her career as a player and as a coach. Lindy is a student of the game and I predict much success in her coaching career.”