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Las Vegas survey reveals insights into Spanish-speaking community's media habits

By Las Vegas City Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The city of Las Vegas conducted a survey this year to gain insights into the Spanish-speaking community's attitudes, concerns, and preferences. The objective was to enhance communication strategies and bridge the language gap between this community and local government. Latinos currently constitute over a third of the city's population.

Las Vegas allows toy donations as payment for select parking tickets

By Las Vegas City Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The city of Las Vegas has introduced an initiative allowing certain parking tickets issued between October 1 and November 15, 2024, to be paid with donations of toys and games. These contributions will be directed to Chicanos Por La Causa, a nonprofit organization aiding homeless families in securing permanent housing.

Las Vegas offers top parks for basketball, tennis, and pickleball enthusiasts

By Las Vegas City Wire | Oct 9, 2024

Discover the top parks in Las Vegas for outdoor sports enthusiasts. The city offers a range of facilities for basketball, tennis, and pickleball players.

Jackie Gaughan Suite offers luxury stay at El Cortez Hotel & Casino

By Las Vegas City Wire | Oct 9, 2024

The El Cortez Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas offers guests a unique opportunity to experience the lifestyle of a casino mogul. The Jackie Gaughan Suite, occupying a significant portion of the 15th floor, was once the personal residence of hotel owner Jackie Gaughan and his wife, Bertie. This 2,800-square-foot penthouse served as their home for over three decades.

Las Vegas man charged with cyberstalking UT Austin employees via Instagram

By Las Vegas City Wire | Oct 9, 2024

A Las Vegas man appeared in court on Tuesday, facing charges of cyberstalking and sending threatening messages through Instagram to two employees at the University of Texas at Austin.

Three Las Vegas parks to visit during fall

By Las Vegas City Wire | Oct 7, 2024

Fall weather provides an opportunity for outdoor activities, and several parks in Las Vegas offer diverse experiences. Centennial Hills Park spans 120 acres, offering sand volleyball and pickleball courts, walking paths, and BBQ grills. Lorenzi Park, listed on the city’s Historic Property Register as a historic district, allows visitors to explore its history through interpretive markers. Fishing is also available with a license from the Nevada Department of Wildlife. Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs covers 680 acres and features lush vegetation, wildlife, lakes, and views of...

Seven reasons why moving to Las Vegas could be beneficial

By Las Vegas City Wire | Oct 7, 2024

Las Vegas is often associated with its bustling entertainment scene, but the city offers much more for those considering relocation. With a dynamic sports environment, varied dining experiences, and the absence of state income tax, Las Vegas presents several attractive reasons for potential movers.