WSOP History for Sale

June 30, 2009

photo by flipchip • lasvegasvegas.com Own that historic poker table seen here at the 2006 World Series of Poker Main Event

Want to own a piece of poker history? How about the main event TV table used when Greg Raymer won in 2004, Joe Hachem in 2005, and Jamie Gold in 2006? That’s right, t…

Pinball Hall of Fame Museum moves closer to Strip

June 29, 2009

The little-known gem that is the Pinball Hall of Fame Museum will be moving closer to the Strip.

Run by Tim Arnold and the Las Vegas Pinball Collectors Club, the current Trop location holds the world’s largest pinball collection — all in working order and ready to play by the public.

The 1,200…

Michelin Guide to skip Vegas for 2010

June 29, 2009

The popular Michelin Guides will take a respite from Las Vegas for 2010.

In addition to Las Vegas, the Guide will additionally take a break from publishing Los Angeles. Guides for both cities are expected to resume in 2011.

The Michelin Guide rates restaurants from 1 to 3 stars. To moment, only …

Pinball Hall of Museum moves closer to Strip

June 29, 2009

The little-known gem that is the Pinball Hall of Fame Museum will be moving closer to the Strip.

Run by Tim Arnold and the Las Vegas Pinball Collectors Club, the current Trop location holds the world’s largest pinball collection — all in working order and ready to play by the public.

The 1,200…

Howard Stern’s Artie Lange shoots pilot at Hard Rock

June 25, 2009

Howard Stern cohost/comedian Artie Lange and stalwart Ronnie “The Limo Driver” Mund will be at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino that weekend as they shoot the first episode of the new Howard TV On Demand show “Artie’s Party: A Search for Miss Howard TV.”

Searching poolside at Hard Rock offers good odds…

2-for-1 tickets as a House of Blues member (it’s free)

June 25, 2009

The House of Blues (at Mandalay Bay) wants you to become a House of Blues Member Ticketing.

Never mind the weird grammatical word swap. It’s free to join, and just requires an mail and password.

In return, you’ll get weekly updates to all ticketing events at House of Blues, along with exclusive a…

Free HIV tests in Las Vegas

June 25, 2009

National HIV analyzing Day is that Saturday, and Southern Nevada Health District is giving away free HIV tests.

The Health District, located at 625 Shadow Lane, will take to the road on June 27 and can be found at:

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Nevada Partners, 710 W. Lake Mead Blvd.
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Canyon …

Fontainebleau Las Vegas approached by other casinos

June 22, 2009

The mammoth beauty on North Strip that is Fontainebleau Las Vegas sits like a glinting monolith of steel and concrete, partially finished considering some of its bankers refused the final payment needed to complete the hotel-casino, forcing it into bankruptcy.

Construction ceased, and it took by a …

Manny Pacquaio vs. Miguel Cotto?

June 22, 2009

Manny Pacquaio’s next opponent may be Miguel Cotto.

Pacquaio has just come off back-to-back victories against Oscar De La Hoya and Ricky Hatton, both in Las Vegas.

The next fight is plus planned for Vegas on Nov. 14, most likely at MGM Grand.

Should the fight be confirmed, both boxers will fight …

Freecation back at Primm Valley — 2 free nights for locals

June 22, 2009

The Freecation is back!

Last year’s popular offer returns to Primm Valley that summer as they seek to lure Las Vegas locals with a free stay with no strings.

To take advantage, you must be at least 21 and have a valid Nevada I.D.

From now through July 9, you can receive a free 2-night stay at Buf…

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