City Cast Las Vegas
💰 The Mirage is giving money away
July 9, 2024 · Rob Kachelriess
🧨 This is what Red Ridge Park looked like the morning after July 4th.
It’s a popular spot for setting off illegal fireworks, but if you’re going to break the law, at least clean up after yourself 🤨
What's CITY Talking About?
☀️ Hot, Hot, Heat
Las Vegas now knows what 120 degrees feels like, setting an all-time record Sunday 🥵 For reference, that’s the internal temperature of a rare steak. The rest of the week doesn’t look much better as the heatwave continues. [KVVU]
🇺🇲 Presidential Visit
President Biden is coming to Las Vegas next week on his 2024 Forget About the Debate Tour. He’ll speak before the NAACP at Mandalay Bay and UnidosUS at the MGM Grand. Meanwhile, Nevada’s top Democrats in Congress are continuing to support Biden as the party’s presidential nominee, although Rep. Susie Lee seems the most open to discussing options. [Las Vegas Review-Journal, Nevada Current]
- Nevada remains a critical swing state that could determine the future of the presidency and control of the U.S. Senate. [City Cast Las Vegas 🎧]
💰 The Mirage is Giving Away Money
Really. Today, the Mirage is launching a six-day promotional cash giveaway ahead of its closure on July 17. According to regulations, the casino is required to return $1.6 million in progressive jackpot revenue to the gamblers who collectively lost it in the first place. [World Casino Directory]
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What To Do
Tuesday, July 9
- 🎸 Guitarists’ Night Out at Summerlin Library | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Free | Summerlin
- 🍺 Sea Shanties & Drinking Songs at Mojave Brewing Co. | 6:30 p.m. - $20 | Water Street District
- ⛰️ Lost City Museum Presentation at Clark County Museum | 6:30 p.m. | Free | Henderson
- 🍣 Sushi Masterclass at Komodo | 7 p.m. | $110+ | Fontainebleau
Wednesday, July 10
- 🛼 RollerCon at World Market Center (through July 14) | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | $239+| Downtown
- 🎤 Beat the Heat Karaoke at the Firelight Barn | 5:30 - 9 p.m. | $10 | Boulder Strip
- 🎶 Summerlin Sounds: Jeremy Cornwell & Adena Sampson on The Lawn | 6 - 9 p.m. | Free | Downtown Summerlin
- 🎙️ Introduction to Podcasting at East Las Vegas Library | 6 - 6:45 p.m. | Free | Bonanza & Mojave
Thursday, July 11
- ✍️ Nature Journaling at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park | 8:45 - 10 a.m. | $10+ | Red Rock Canyon Rd.
- 🥕 Farmers Market at The District | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Free admission | Green Valley Ranch
- 🍷 Caymus Vineyards Tasting at the Wine Cellar | 5 - 6:30 p.m. | $50 | Rio
- 🎪 Stacey Stardust’s Secret Circus at Jackpot Bar & Grill | 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. | $20+ | Jones & Harmon
Today on City Cast
Animal Entertainment at the Mirage
When the Mirage closes on July 17, it will be the end of an era for Las Vegas entertainment. From tigers to dolphins, the resort was known for animal acts that matched its tropical theme — but those types of shows could be relegated to the past. University of Guelph history professor Susan Nance talks to City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman about the shifting tides of Strip entertainment and where those animals ended up.
Yeah, the heat’s brutal, but things could be worse. We’re wishing the best for our friends in Houston who are getting past a hurricane right now.
🍼 I think Beryl is going to top the list of least popular baby names of 2024.
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