Stories by Leslie Ventura

Local producer and musician Alex Higgins digs into Vegas history with new podcast
June 3, 2021

Vegas rapper DougieTheDon reconnects with his father through song
June 3, 2021

Las Vegas trio Headwinds lets loose with a noisy rock declaration
May 27, 2021

Outdoor bootcamp offers a fresh-air alternative to the gym
May 20, 2021

Boulder City’s Dam Roast House encourages the slow life
May 20, 2021

From her jewelry line to her day job, Las Vegan Walanya Vongsvirates works to boost the human spirit
May 20, 2021

Saturday S.N.A.P.S. reimagines open mic as a vehicle for free expression
May 13, 2021

Vibrational sound therapy offers touchless healing and relaxation
May 8, 2021

Androjinni’s ‘EDM rap’ sounds at home in Las Vegas
May 6, 2021

Skin sense: helpful tips for treating acne safely
May 1, 2021

From her School of Rock students to her own music, Rhaina Yasmin impacts the Vegas scene
April 29, 2021

Through live music, flower arranging and good wine, Downtown’s Cork and Thorn wants to draw you in
April 29, 2021

Downtown Las Vegas’ Silver Stamp gains a quick following among beer lovers
April 29, 2021

Friends of Nevada Wilderness restores nature on Earth Day and beyond
April 22, 2021

CraftHaus’ Wyndee Forrest has big plans for the Nevada Craft Brewers Association
April 22, 2021

Hot cannabis products, accessories and celebrity brands
April 15, 2021

Las Vegas rapper Kentrello wants to lay his feelings bare
April 8, 2021

Second Helping Podcast: Las Vegas Local Restaurant Institutions
April 7, 2021

Prepare to be surprised by Vegas band Luxury Furniture Store
April 1, 2021

Tragedy doesn’t knock Henderson shop Swanny’s Cycles off-balance
April 1, 2021

Desert Bread’s twice-weekly baked goods draw a crowd
March 25, 2021

Las Vegas’ Soul State shifts its focus from live events to electronic releases
March 25, 2021

Red Canary Song offers support after Atlanta shootings
March 25, 2021

UNLV dance student Cierra Bliss explains how she became comfortable in her skin
March 25, 2021

Try these Vegas-born spots in Downtown Summerlin
March 18, 2021

Singer Ziona brings her second musical act to Las Vegas
March 18, 2021

Todd Brunson’s Roma Coffee ups the ante on the neighborhood café
March 18, 2021

Debate rages about whether essential oils are safe for cats
March 11, 2021

Discover fresh tortillas, chiles and more at your local Mexican grocery
March 11, 2021

Second Helping Podcast: All the Taco Talk
March 8, 2021

Sad Art Collective strives to elevate the Las Vegas music scene
March 4, 2021

Sorting through meal-delivery services, from Blue Apron to HelloFresh to Marley Spoon and beyond
March 4, 2021

For those suffering from fibromyalgia, feeling is believing, Las Vegas doctor says
February 27, 2021

Las Vegas rock band Citizens at Risk continues recording—and preparing for the day shows can resume
February 25, 2021

Home ramen hacks: These simple twists give the humble noodle packet new life
February 25, 2021

Las Vegan Emily Driscoll on running Solde Vintage while attending law school
February 18, 2021

A scribe called Quest: Rapper Nate Quest tackles Vegas life in his work
February 18, 2021

Las Vegan @monsonmadethis spreads vegan inspiration online
February 18, 2021

Longtime Las Vegas metal band Hemlock unleashes two new albums
February 11, 2021

Tales of online dating in Las Vegas—the highs and the lows
February 11, 2021

How to put the phone down and pick up a proper camera
February 4, 2021

Five to try: Expand your palate with these Korean market finds
February 4, 2021

Brent Holmes’ Barrick Museum exhibit examines Black identity and Western roots
February 4, 2021

Las Vegas’ Lawn Mower Death Riders mix humor and the macabre
February 4, 2021

Second Helping Podcast: Sweet Bakery Treats
February 1, 2021

Local spin: New singles from the Las Vegas music scene
January 28, 2021

These daytrips from Las Vegas can provide a restorative change of scenery
January 28, 2021

Las Vegas skin care company Made Stronger Essentials goes back to basics with pure ingredients
January 23, 2021

David Perrico Pop Strings Orchestra makes its livestream debut on January 22
January 21, 2021

@HappyTummy_702 Instagrammer Suzy Hendrix explains how her home cooking took off
January 21, 2021

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