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May 16-May 22
The unstoppable run of Formula Drift’s mighty underdog Danny George
- Who’s Danny George? A man with a 600-horsepower Miata and a serious beard. read article
Speed demons: Meet six Las Vegans who know their way around an accelerator
- The Valley is home to a diverse collection of racers and motorsports performers. read article
60 things to know about Henderson
- An appreciation of Southern Nevada’s second city read article
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The Intersection
Support for a Huntridge comeback should come as no surprise
- Las Vegans are easy to help the historic theater rise again. more
If Nevada taxes brothels, can statewide legalization be far behind?
- The biggest proponents of the proposed tax appear to be brothel owners. more
Hocus focus: ‘The Centerfolds of Magic’ was … kinda great
- Despite a last-minute setback, Centerfolds manages to avoid train-wreck status. more
Metro’s Missing Persons Detail sees thousands of cases every year
- Sixty to 70 percent of Las Vegas missing persons cases involve juveniles. more
The Las Vegas Philharmonic’s fireworks are back — easier said than done
- The Phil’s 15th anniversary party at Symphony Park is expensive—for the Phil. more
Death becomes Rob Barger—death racing, that is
- Would you worship a frozen beaver? Rob Barger would. more
- In Brief: Stolen statues, motorcycle sandwiching and more
- Also, MTV is casting The Real World in Las Vegas this weekend. Interested? more
Joe Downtown: Keeping the door and keeping the peace at the Griffin
- You don’t wanna mess with a bouncer whose pro wrestling finishing move is called Death From Above. more
Taking a look at the latest production show happenings
- There are plenty of exciting things happening, on and off the Strip. more
Living a high-speed dream just north of the Strip
- Don’t be surprised if you walk away with a surge of adrenaline and maybe even a tinge of invincibility. more
Nightlife
With Sapphire Pool & Dayclub there’s good reason to leave the Strip for something new
- Don’t worry about smelling like suntan oil and stripper. more
Hot Spots: Missy Elliott performs at Haze, Daylight debuts its Eclipse party and more
- Also, Maxim hits the town for its Music Weekend. more
Nightlife news & notes: Sapphire’s new resident DJ, Memorial Day lineups and more
- Also, afterhours spot Posh gets a little nip and tuck. more
The Golden Pillar: An architectural cocktail built for XS
- Rock any party 24-karat style with this luxurious libation. more
Arts & Entertainment
Excerpting Oscar: Passages from the former Vegas mayor’s new memoir
- Goodman on Tony Spilotro, government crooks and more. more
Trust Us: R-16 B-Boy Masters Championships, a Boulder City block party and more
- Also, Kendrick Lamar takes the stage at Cosmo’s Boulevard Pool. more
Concert review: The Rolling Stones are still something to behold
- I left Saturday’s show convinced that the band should keep touring until it literally can’t. Because someday, the Stones will be gone, and the world ... more
CD Review: Vampire Weekend’s ‘Modern Vampires of the City’
- These vampires open with a ballad. Don’t be alarmed. more
Concert review: Os Mutantes dazzle at Hard Rock Cafe
- The result was a performance that felt more like a house party with 50 of your closest friends. more
It’s Red Eye, minus the Radio
- The Las Vegas cover band debuts all-new original material, at a show to benefit its friends in Dusty Sunshine. more
Escape the Fate powers past turmoil on album No. 4
- Despite lineup changes, the band’s Ungrateful shows little stress. more
The Goodwin Games gets to be short and sweet
- With no end in sight, the creators would likely run out of clever games, and the premise would lose steam. more
About the James Turrell installation inside the Louis Vuitton store at CityCenter
- This, after all, is Turrell’s largest “ganzfeld effect”—an immersive sensory experience that alters perception. more
House of Blues’ revamped Gospel Brunch gets off to a heavenly start
- Kirk Franklin and Mother’s Day is a pretty strong combination. more
‘Twisted Cherry Burlesque’ is a bit subversive—but also hot
- This is burlesque with a definite edge. more
UNLV exhibit details the White Rose Nazi resistance group
- “The German name will be dishonoured forever if German youth does not rise up..” more
Taking a look at the latest production show happenings
- There are plenty of exciting things happening, on and off the Strip. more
The Neon Bazaar returns—for one day only
- ‘Cause let’s face it—it’s all about shopping. more
Screen
‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ is a major disappointment
- It’s all lens flare and shaky cam. more
Recommended alternatives to ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’
- Don’t feel like wasting time on the new Star Trek? Revisit these classics more
VIFF highlights the strengths of local filmmaking
- There were no token inclusions in this year’s Vegas Indie Film Festival. more
Film review: ‘Erased’
- Everything about Erased feels generic. more
TV’s ‘Motive’ is no whodunit
- The gimmick is that both the killer and the victim are identified at the beginning of each episode. more
Taste
- Six scrumptious slices of Vegas Uncork’d 2013
Vegas Uncork’d can be an overwhelming culinary experience. We’re happy to break it down for you.
- Juarez Border Food a great addition to local Mexican cuisine
Regional specialties distinguish this recently relocated restaurant.
- Three things ordered at Rollin Smoke Barbeque
Anybody up for a BBQ Sundae? It’s not what you think …
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CD Review: Vampire Weekend's 'Modern Vampires of the City'
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Country music roundup: Checking in on the state of twang
- Natalie Maines, Pistol Annies and Lady Antebellum. Which one earned four stars?
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May 15, 2013
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Sabrina Chapman
The Golden Pillar: An architectural cocktail built for XS
This Sunday, XS nightclub celebrates the grand reopening of its after-dark pool party, Night Swim. Along with the bash comes a new offering of signature cocktails served by the pitcher, ...
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