🤑 How to do Vegas summer on a budget

Saying Goodbye to a Vegas Legend

Former Nevada Lieutenant Governor Lonnie Hammargren died Tuesday. Hammargren famously hosted guests at his enchanting Las Vegas house in what became a Nevada Day tradition. Hammargren was 85. (Fox 5)

Sports Wreaking Havoc on Transportation

Sometimes the price for great sporting events is a bit of traffic. Officials announced during a Las Vegas Convention Center Board of Directors meeting that “on-track” paving for the Formula 1 circuit will continue through October. Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee CEO and President Sam Joffray was also present, sharing that his team is hard at work building a transportation blueprint as Vegas prepares to host its first Super Bowl. (8 News Now)

Nevada State College Graduates to University

Gov. Joe Lombardo has signed SB 273, approving the institution’s name change from Nevada State College to Nevada State University. The change, which will take effect on July 1, coincides with the institution's 20th anniversary and signifies its expansion and commitment to providing a high-quality education for its diverse student body. The decision was initially approved by the Nevada System of Higher Education and now awaits implementation in phases. (3 News)

Quick, Before it Melts!

Did you know that ice cream used to be a luxury product, but Las Vegas still found a way to sell it, well before refrigeration existed? There’s a lot of Vegas ice cream history you may not know about. (City Cast Las Vegas 🎧)

🌌 Fantasy Lab: Midnight Dreams | Thursdays - Saturdays | 9 p.m.

Enter an immersive dreamlike space with sounds and visuals created by artists. [The Strip; $36]

🎛️ DJ Workshop | Thursday | 5 - 6 p.m.

The East Las Vegas Library is hosting a workshop for aspiring DJs. Teens and adults are welcome. Offered in English and Spanish. [East Las Vegas; Free]

🤘 Savage Monster | Thursday | 8 p.m.

This one’s for the heavy metal fans. Featuring local bands Riyah and Sorrowseed. [University District; $15-$20]

The Secret History of Ice Cream in Las Vegas

Co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with food historian Sarah Lohman, author of Eight Flavors: The Untold Story of American Cuisine. While researching her next book, on ice cream, Sarah uncovered some fascinating facts about ice cream in Las Vegas. Like, did you know that Henderson has the country’s second largest ice cream plant? Sarah and Vogue also talk about the history of our most famous frozen custard spot, the latest trends in ice cream, and where to find them in the Valley.