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May 31, 2018

Memorial Day Service - Laughin, Nevada May 28, 2018

Laughlin, NV

Laughlin, Nevada

Laughlin's Memorial Day service was held on May 28, 2018 at the Avenue of the Flags area in the park just south of the Laughlin Bullhead City bridge.

Remembrance, Honor, and Respect were the themes of the ceremony.

Here are are a few photos and the video of Taps from the ceremony.



Jordan Ross, Laughlin Town Constable , shared his thoughts 

Terrill Tinnell, Legion Post Commander


Stephanie Tinnell, President of the Auxiliary Unit 60


Roger Reimer, Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 243 


Showing remembrance of her son, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. William Salazar,  Gold Star family member, Gloria Salazar-Compoz was in attendance at the ceremony. 



Taps at the end of the Cermony

















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Elite Airways Will Begin Nonstop Jet Flights to Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport

Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport - Press Release

Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport (IFP)Announces the
Re-Introduction of Nonstop Scheduled Airline Service to Phoenix

Elite Airways Will Begin Nonstop Jet Flights on July 19th

BULLHEAD CITY, AZ, May 31, 2018 – Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport (IFP) is excited to announce the re-introduction of nonstop, jet service to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Elite Airways will begin twice-weekly service on the route on July 19th. Flights will operate, in each direction,
on Sundays and Thursdays, allowing for a full week, or a long weekend, in Phoenix.

“We are happy to welcome Elite Airways’ scheduled service to Laughlin/Bullhead City,” said Jeremy Keating, Airport Director for the Mohave County Airport Authority. “We know there is significant demand for service to Phoenix and we think Elite will be an excellent partner with the community.”

“Elite Airways is pleased to launch twice-weekly nonstop jet service to Phoenix, which will return an important service route to local passengers who want the convenience of flying directly in and out of Laughlin," said John Pearsall, President of Elite Airways. "Laughlin has always been an important charter destination for Elite, and we'd like to thank airport and city officials for their support of our new scheduled service at Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport."

Flights will depart IFP on Sundays and Thursdays at 1pm, arriving into Phoenix at 2pm. Return flights, also on Sunday and Thursday, will depart Phoenix at 10:45pm and land at IFP at 11:45pm. Elite will also operate same-plane service to Rochester, Minnesota, in which passengers can buy a single ticket and stay on the aircraft during a short stop at Phoenix.

Elite Airways is a full-service airline. It will operate a CRJ-700 jet on the route, seating 70 people in a comfortable two-by-two seating configuration. Elite Airways passengers receive free onboard snacks and beverages, a free first checked bag up to 50 pounds, and no ticketing change fees.

You can check fares and schedules at eliteairways.com, or by calling (877) 393-2510. You can also book your trip through most travel websites or your travel agent.

ABOUT ELITE AIRWAYS

Headquartered in Portland Maine, Elite Airways, LLC, was founded in 2006 by airline veterans with the goal to provide passengers a better travel experience with nonstop flights, competitive prices and exceptional service. Elite Airways is a U.S. Part 121 Air Carrier and provides chartered and scheduled service throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, and South America. The airline’s routes connect underserved communities with popular destinations that include New York City/Newark, White Plains and Albany NY, Portland ME, Rochester MN, Phoenix AZ, Laughlin NV, Asheville NC, Myrtle Beach SC, Orlando-Melbourne, Sarasota-Bradenton, St. Augustine and Vero Beach FL, and the island of Bimini in the Bahamas. All scheduled flights are sold and operated by Elite Airways LLC, and available for purchase at EliteAirways.com or by calling 877-393-2510. Media Information on Elite Airways: https://res.eliteairways.net/Media

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May 26, 2018

Memorial Day Ceremony in Laughlin, May 28, 2018 - 10am

Laughlin, NV

Laughlin Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 28th - 10am

Remember the reason for Memorial Day.  After you enjoy the lakes, river, time with family & friends, nice weather, music, BBQ's & gaming, come and attend the Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday.
Location:
Flag Plaza in the Fisherman's Access Area
(this is located in the park area just north of the
Riverside Resort, before the bridge)

Video is for the 2017 Ceremony


A lunch will be served at the American Legion located at
1510 Bruce Woodbury Ave after the ceremony.



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May 12, 2018

Clark County, Nevada: Tax Cap (Abatement) Notice


Laughlin, Nevada
Clark County, Nevada 

 The following notice was posted on the Clark County Assessor website:

Tax Cap (Abatement) Notice
The Assessor's Office will be mailing postcards to all residential properties in Clark County by May 3, 2018.  Owner-occupied properties will receive the 3% cap for taxes paid starting July 1, 2018.  All other properties will receive the 4.2% cap.  Even if you have signed a card in the past, and there have been no changes, a new card with signature is required to qualify for the 3% cap.  If you do not receive your postcard by May 18th, please call (702) 455-3882.

Property owners should watch for the postcard, fill it out and mail it back promptly.  

 The postcard looks like this (front and back).   
This is an example for illustration, not for use.  
Watch for your postcard in the mail. 






Source: Clark County Assessor website at
This page has additional information for property owners, including about Personal Property Declarations and Exemptions. 


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May 6, 2018

Wild West Coffee - New Menu includes Smoothies

Laughlin, NV

 Wild West Coffee, in the Laughlin Outlet Center, has a new menu and is now serving Smoothies. 

The Wild West Coffee Smoothies come in five flavors, and are all natural, no syrups. 

 Mango, Peach, Strawberry, Strawberry Banana, and Wild Berry Blast.


Wild West Coffee's menu includes Frappos, Classic Latte's, Old West Coffee, Iced Coffee, Iced Tea, and Hot Chocolate.  


Specialty Frappos are often featured (not listed on the menu).    

 In addition, they offer sugar free choices and all Frappos can be made without coffee. 

Strawberry Shortcake and Mint Chocolate Chip Frappos 


 "The Cowboy" was voted Best Barista in the 2017 Best of Laughlin Awards.

The Cowboy Barista



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May 4, 2018

Aquarius Casino Resort Now Charging Resort Fees In Laughlin

Laughlin, NV


Resort Fees have made it into Laughlin.  Again.  The latest hotel/casino to join the Resort Fee money grab is the Aquarius Casino Resort.

 A newly instituted Resort Fee of  $10 per day plus $1.25 tax has been implemented at the Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin. 

 For a year or so the Aquarius proclaimed NO Resort Fees and Free WiFi signs on their property.  No more, at least for the Resort Fee.   


The Aquarius was purchased as part of a deal that closed last October by Las Vegas based Golden Entertainment. They now own the Stratosphere and two Arizona Charlies properties in Las Vegas, as well as the Aquarius.  

 Stratosphere's resort fees are now up to $37.40 per day.  

 Arizona Charlies, previously had no resort fees but are now $18.07 and $11.32 per day at the Decatur and Boulder locations, respectively. If you have been to these Arizona Charles properties you know there certainly are not Resorts and there definitely should not be these kinds of fees for what you get there.   

 Here is the breakdown of the Aquarius Resort Fee currently listed as of 5-4-18 on their website:

 The Aquarius Casino Resort
Resort Fee is $10.00 plus tax $1.25 per day.  Total = $11.25 per day. 

 Resort Fee Includes These Values:
Access to Fitness center;
Access to Resort Pool;
Unlimited Local and 800# calls;
Self and Valet parking;
Earn 300 base slot points and receive $10 in free slot play per stay;
Earn 400 base table game points and receive $10 in free slot play per stay;

 Given that the Aquarius is much bigger and nicer than the two Arizona Charlies properties, it is our prediction that this starting resort fee at the Aquarius will be increased soon enough.  Already the Arizona Charles on Decatur is charging $18.07 (including tax) per day.  It's hard to believe the Aquarius won't rise that much or more too.  

 Laughlin isn't Vegas and their customers/clientele are not similar to Las Vegas.  However now that the Resort Fees are creeping into the market, they will most likely spread to the rest of the properties. Already Harrah's Laughlin, Colorado Belle, Edgewater, and Riverside (as of May 25th) have Resort Fees.   

 Golden Nugget Laughlin and Tropicana Laughlin are both owned by Corporations that have properties elsewhere with Resort Fees, so look for them to add resort fees next.  That will leave only the Laughlin River Lodge and the Avi as hold outs. The Pioneer has new owners, and as of today no gaming license and no resort fees.  

 In comparison here is a similar breakdown of the Resort Fees at the other properties owned by Golden Entertainment. 

 The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower  
Resort Fee is $32.99 plus tax $4.41 per day. Total = $37.40 per day 

 Resort Fee Includes These Values:
$5 Monday - Thursday and $10 Friday - Sunday admission per person to the Stratosphere Tower (50% off retail price)*;
Unlimited admission to the Stratosphere Fitness Center during stay;
Unlimited admission to the Resort Pool;
Daily self/valet parking
In-room local and 1-800 calls;
All-Day Thrill Ride Pass for the discounted price of $28*;
$20 discount for SkyJump*;
25% discount for tickets to see MJ LIVE*;
50% discount for tickets to L.A. Comedy Club*;
2-for-1 Drink coupon valid at any Stratosphere-owned Bar.
Arizona Charlies Boulder 
Resort Fee is $10.00 plus tax $1.32 per day.  Total = $11.32 per day. 

 Resort Fee Includes These Values:
Unlimited in-room and 1-800 calls;
Copy service and fax service for domestic and 1-800 numbers;
Boarding pass printing
Arizona Charlies Decatur
Resort Fee is $15.99 plus tax $2.08 per day.  Total = $18.07 per day.

Resort Fee Includes These Values:
2 bottles of water per stay;
Self and Valet Parking;
Unlimited in-room and 1-800 calls;
Unlimited fax/copy services;
Boarding pass printing;
In room coffee & refrigerator

 Laughlin isn't Vegas, and the customers, visitors, and even local area residents are not similar to Las Vegas.  The impact this Resort Fee issue has remains to be seen.  For the most part the reaction is not positive on the Laughlin Buzz Social Media groups such as this one on Facebook.   Stop by and share your thoughts.  



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