Countries have anthems and states have songs, but Las Vegas has no definitive tune to call its own. There are a few contenders, but so far, none has passed the third grade test. It's possible that no song can ever capture the spirit of Vegas and still sound right on the lips of angels. Here's a look at the current Sin City song situation. Continue reading »

Jeremy Aguero of Applied Analysis issued a report that retirees are good for the Nevada economy. A number of Las Vegas retirees share the reasons they like living in "sin city". Continue reading »

It's surprising to many, but back in 2000, Las Vegas became America's first "City of Asylum." Now entering its second decade, COA has hosted three writers whose works were banned in their home countries. I learned more as I spoke with the program's director, Carol C. Harter. Continue reading »

Do you remember Elisa Fiorillo? Prince certainly does and look where she is now! Continue reading »

Las Vegas is wildly fortunate to be home to the "fabulous flying fingers" of Philip Fortenberry. See him in "Jersey Boys," catch his recitals at the Liberace Museum, or pick up his new CD, "Broadway, My Way." Continue reading »

According the the Modern theory of architectural design, the outside should flow into the inner space of a building. Steve Fey presents a tour of the valley's most endearing buildings. Continue reading »

Barry Manilow's show at the Las Vegas Hilton is the sort of performance you always hope to see when you plunk your hard-earned money down for a ticket. It's Vegas, baby, at its best. Continue reading »

On Christmas Eve in 1928, a baby girl was abandoned in a movie theater in Pittsburgh. This last weekend in Las Vegas, four wheelchair-bound children got to ride on a swing for the first time in their lives. What links a long-past winter night in Pennsylvania with a hot September weekend in Nevada is a fascinating piece of local history. Some cool old photos,too! Continue reading »