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The Lucky Dragon’s demise might be the fastest in Las Vegas in decades.

August 28, 2020 - 3:59 pm

Lucky Dragon was designed to cater to the Asian-American and Asian immigrant crowd in Las Vegas and West Coast cities Lucky Dragon was positioned to become that community’s locals casino The Dec. 2, 2016, launch of the first direct flight between Beijing and Las Vegas right before the official opening gave the casino another potential customer base. But things didn’t go according to plan The Review-Journal investigated signs of financial struggles in December 2017 The company filed for bankruptcy in February 2018 And closed in October Now a chain-link fence surrounds the property

Thunderbirds pilot killed after jet crashes near Las Vegas

August 28, 2020 - 12:27 am

An Air Force Thunderbirds pilot died Wednesday after a crash outside Las Vegas. According to Nellis Air Force Base, his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range about 10:30 a.m. The jet crashed during a routine training mission. An investigation is being conducted into the cause of the mishap. This is the second crash in less than a year for Nellis. Another Air Force pilot was killed in September after a crash during a training mission. Wednesday’s crash was the third U.S. military aircraft crash this week.

Maj. Stephen Del Bagno died Wednesday after a crash outside Las Vegas.

August 28, 2020 - 12:27 am

Maj. Stephen Del Bagno died Wednesday after a crash outside Las Vegas.
According to Nellis Air Force Base, his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range about 10:30 a.m.
The jet crashed during a routine training mission.
Brig. Gen. Jeannie Levitt, the commander of the 57th Wing at Nellis Air Force Base.
This is the second crash in less than a year for Nellis.
Another Air Force pilot was killed in September after a crash during a training mission.
Wednesday’s crash was the third U.S. military aircraft crash this week.

Raiders to introduce Jon Gruden as next head coach

August 27, 2020 - 3:37 pm

The Raiders will reportedly introduce Jon Gruden as their next head coach on Tuesday. The news was first reported by Steve Corkran of RaidersSnakepit.com and confirmed by ESPN shortly thereafter. Gruden, who currently works as an ESPN analyst, previously served as the Raiders’ head coach from 1998 to 2001. Gruden will broadcast Saturday’s playoff game between the Titans and Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Gruden will replace Jack Del Rio, whom the Raiders dismissed on Dec. 31 following a 6-10 season.

The Love Store to open fifth location in Las Vegas

December 5, 2017 - 5:10 pm

The Love Store, a retailer whose products include vibrators and lingerie, will open a new location this week next to the downtown healing garden dedicated to the Las Vegas shooting. The store, located near the intersection of Charleston Boulevard and Third Street, will staff 30 employees, Wheeler said. This is the fifth Love Store, with three around the valley and one in Victorville, California. Officials approved the architectural plans for the store in July, according to city records. Love Store received a certificate of occupancy on Oct. 11. Some who work in the arts district disagree with having a store that sells sex-related items next to a memorial for shooting victims. Las Vegas Valley artist Nancy Good, who’s held exhibits in the arts district, said the combination will turn into a punchline.