Las Vegas World News

06/02/2020

We have the right to protest.

Violence is not the answer

Violence begets violence

"a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something."

note "to something" not a laundry list but something. In this case the something is police brutality. We want to show our disapproval of what happened and demand that all the officers face charges by protesting which also honors the memory of George Floyd.

Lootings, shootings, destroying business' that citizens have worked so hard for to attain -- business' that your patronize ----how does this honor George Floyd's memory or anyone's for that matter? Chanting and carrying signs demanding that rent be canceled,. demanding that all immigrants are released from custody ---how is that honoring anyone's memory? How are these actions in any way connected to addressing police brutality? (Think about the message you are sending ----I want free rent so I am going to smash the courthouse windows -- I want all immigrants released from custody so I am going to fire shots into a crowd of people. I am carrying a cheesecake home from a looted Cheescake factory as my prize---how does that honor --) revelation --it doesn't.

Are "organizers" pulling the strings behind the scenes sending people city to city to cause mayhem at any cost? Are prominent leaders of activist communities endorsing this?. Can this be compared to the Chinese government sacrificing their own citizens and possibly unleashing the deadly -19 virus intentionally?

Be a leader, not a follower ---inspire others to effect positive change. Think clearly even when angry and do not blindly follow along. Protest, honor, effect change --- violence is not the answer.

Police and rescue workers swarm the intersection outside Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse, where shots were fired late Monday, June 1, 2020, in downtown Las Vegas. Police were present for a protest over the death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who died in police custody on Memorial Day. (AP Ph...

05/31/2020

This was from the The Official John and Ken Show It is a very sad statement. The senseless destruction of others property does not solve anything. Make your voice heard peacefully.

What a crazy time. Have a safe weekend, everyone.
The Official KFI AM 640

05/31/2020

Interesting article from Fox News

At least 13 members of Joe Biden’s campaign staff have made donations to a group that helps Minneapolis protesters get out of jail on bail, according to a report.

05/31/2020

Destroying our city to make a point or purposefully Organized Chaos?

What was intended to be a peaceful Black Lives Matter protest Saturday night in downtown Las Vegas quickly turned violent as police and demonstrators ...

05/27/2020

Our New Vegas Slogan - check it out

What do you think?

“We're working toward a new Vegas ... one with in mind. Imagine it. Vegas, just for you. It's only here. https://t.co/opvyqlXI7y”

05/10/2020

Here's an interesting read on the Spanish Flu. Some cities learned a very deadly lesson by reopening too soon.

Social distancing isn’t a new idea—it saved thousands of American lives during the last great pandemic. Here's how it worked.

05/08/2020

Nevada -19 cases an 8-day comparison and some eye-opening info.

05-07-2020 5766 Positive Cases
04-29-2020 4898 Positive cases
a difference of 868 --still more than 100 positive cases per day on average

People tested 51K versus 41K - a difference of 10,000 - meaning approximately 10,000 people were tested over 8 days. That is A LITTLE better than testing 1,000 ppl per day which had been the average amount of tests per day. And with retesting those that were already positive -- some days we were only testing 800 people. Still not a huge increase in tests although the decrease in those diagnosed with COVID is a positive sign.

HOWEVER, you have to understand that numbers can be skewed and presented in such a way to have you believe what others want you to believe. It happens all the time. Similar to what Mayor Goodman initially presented. You have to ask questions and take in all the information---Here's an example ---Were the people tested all people who had symptoms? or were they people taking advantage of the small increase in the availability of tests and may have not had symptoms? That can skew the numbers a bit. Are we reaching out to the communities that have no health insurance who may be ill and have not had anywhere to go and may have not been tested? What about the homeless?

It is not over yet and we still do not know how far-reaching it truly is in our state. although it appears that social distancing has made a positive impact on decreasing the numbers.

And as much as I am an advocate of gaming ---and they want to make sure our economy recovers as well as other authorities ----is it possible that they do not really want everyone to know just how many positive cases there are. You betcha!

Here is a great example --

Nevada and Utah have similar populations-- 3 million +. Why has Nevada only administered 63 thousand tests yet Utah has tested over 134 THOUSAND people? The amount of tests administered in Utah is actually substantially higher than 134K because those that test positive are retested to ensure they have recovered and that figure is not factored in.

We have a similar amount of positive cases as the state of Utah --over 5 thousand. And we have a similar population. Does that mean if we double our amount of tests that the number of cases skyrocket? The numbers would indicate that it is a possibility!

The real question though is WHY. Why does a major tourist destination with so much money flowing through it have so few people tested?

What about the COVID task force? I was so excited to see that formed - there are some heavy hitters that are part of the task force but you do not hear from them other than the vast amount of money they raised for PPE. I've not yet seen a report or any of those millions used on tests.

Do not follow blindly. Be smart, Be inquisitive. Take precautions. It is not over yet.

05/08/2020

The new normal due to -19

Nevada's Roadmap to Recovery
BARBER SHOPS, HAIR SALONS & NAIL SALONS can reopen with restrictions
Barber Shops, hair salons & nail salons may open under strict social distancing requirements:
• Partitions or walls between each chair/workstation are strongly encouraged.
o If there are partitions or walls between each chair/workstation, then each chair/workstation
can be used at any given time.
o If there are no partitions or walls between each chair/workstation, the business must only use
every other chair/workstation or arrange seating to be at least 6 feet apart to create
separation and achieve social distancing.
• Services shall be provided by appointment only.
• Customers waiting for appointment must wait outside and practice social distancing.
• Stylists, technicians, barbers and other employees must wear face coverings. Customers or clients
should wear face coverings to the extent practicable.

05/08/2020

The new normal due to -19

Nevada's Roadmap to Recovery

Restaurants can reopen 5-8 WITH RESTRICTIONS

RESTAURANTS:
• Restaurants are strongly encouraged to continue curbside, delivery, and/or pickup operations.
• Restaurants are allowed to open dine-in under strict social distancing requirements:
o Self-service stations (salad bars, beverage stations, etc.) are NOT permitted
o Restaurants shall require employees to wear face coverings and should encourage customers
to wear face coverings, to the maximum extent practicable
o In-person or on-premises dining is limited to no more than 50% of available seating
capacity, excluding bar seating (table and bar top seating).
o Reservations should be required when practicable to better achieve social distancing
requirements
o Tables or available booths must be spaced at least 6 feet apart.
o Bar tops & bar areas within restaurants remain closed (can serve drinks at table)
o If waiting to be seated, patrons must wait outside and practice social distancing

05/08/2020

Phase 1 Nevada's Roadmap to Recovery

What will NOT reopen.

Here is listing of what will remain CLOSED
• Nightclubs
• Bars, pubs and taverns that do not have a license to serve food
• Gyms & fitness facilities, including health clubs, yoga, barre and spin facilities
• Entertainment and recreational activity venues:
o Recreation and community centers, including public pools
o Sporting event venues
o Live entertainment venues, including theaters
o Cinemas
o Movie theatres (except drive-in movie theaters)
o Racetracks
o Zoos
o Aquariums
o Bowling centers
o Skiing facilities
o Theme parks
o Amusement parks
o Miniature golf
o Arcades and other amusement venues
• Brothels and houses of prostitution
• Adult entertainment establishments
• Spas
• Aesthetic service establishments, with the exception of nail, hair salons and barber shops
• Body art and body piercing establishments

GAMING ESTABLISHMENTS:
Gaming will NOT reopen in Phase One. Gaming operations, not including licensed
online gaming or mobile wagering operations, remain closed through Phase One.
The Gaming Control Board will promulgate guidance for a phased and incremental
resumption of gaming operations.

05/08/2020

-19 Many states are making decisions on reopening and Nevada is moving forward as well.

PHASE 1 of reopening Nevada begins 5-9 at 12:01 am. That does not mean that we are back to "normal". Far from it.

The key is to continue to maintain social distancing.

Although projections are fluid and fluctuate day-to-day ---one thing is clear -- -19 is not going to be eradicated anytime soon and we all have to make adjustments hence the term the "New Normal".

Here are the CDC key points for social distancing
--- Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arms’ length) from other people
--- Do not gather in groups
--- Stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a virus (more specifically, a coronavirus) identified as the cause of an outbreak of respiratory illness first detected in Wuhan, China.

05/01/2020

More info on Nevada's plan to battle -19.