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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Oct 7, 2024 in Blog | 0 comments

Restaurant Review: Smokin T’s BBQ & Bar (Las Vegas)

RESTAURANT REVIEW: SMOKIN T’S BBQ & BAR (LAS VEGAS)

I’m not sure what happened. This spot near the corner of Flamingo and Fort Apache used to be a Dickey’s barbecue joint. But it was renamed recently and many changes were made. However, the decor inside is much the same as before (there’s Oakland Raiders photos all over walls). So, I’m not sure what’s going on other than the old saying “just win, baby” remains a laughably bad joke on the fans. [Note: See updated info below]

I wasn’t a big fan of the old Dickey’s at this location, but the barbecue was always serviceable. Nothing fancy, but a good lunch spot. Decent value for the money. That was then. This is now.

Posted by Nolan Dalla on May 16, 2024 in Blog | 0 comments

The 2024 Las Vegas Mayoral Debate

MY THOUGHTS ON LAST NIGHT’S LAS VEGAS MAYORAL DEBATE

I watched last night’s televised debate between the three leading candidates who are running for Mayor of Las Vegas. Even though 15 candidates have officially filed to run, this now appears to be a tight and combative race between three well-established civic leaders, all of whom are well known to those of us who follow local politics. In short, all three are strong and knowledgeable candidates.

Posted by Nolan Dalla on Apr 24, 2024 in Blog | 0 comments

The New Las Vegas: Grass is Out, Desert Landscaping is In

COMMUNITY PLANNING IN THE LAKES (LAS VEGAS)

If you own a home in Las Vegas, or are planning to move here, this subject might interest you. It’s about the changes happening in our city and the ways we must adapt to reality. Many Las Vegas residents will face these issues, if they’re not addressing them already.

Posted by Nolan Dalla on Apr 19, 2024 in Blog | 0 comments

What’s Really Behind Closed Businesses and Empty Storefronts?

A QUESTION ABOUT VACANT BUSINESSES AND COMMERCIAL MISMANAGEMENT

See photo: This is one of the nicer areas of Las Vegas (Charleston and Fort Apache — at Boca Park). It’s in the middle of an affluent, well-developed neighborhood, with lots of commercial businesses.