Vegas Vows

05/09/2026

🇺🇸 When the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” Sign Was Installed

Vegas didn’t just grow… it created its identity.

In 1959, the famous Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign was installed at the southern end of Las Vegas.

Designed to greet visitors entering the city, the sign quickly became one of the most recognizable symbols of Las Vegas.

What started as a simple roadside feature turned into a global icon.

Because in old Vegas… even a sign became history.

Year & Place — 1959, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA



Source Note — Las Vegas historical records & design archives.

05/09/2026

Mojave Max, Southern Nevada’s famous “weather tortoise,” had not emerged from his winter burrow as of 2:09 p.m. Friday, marking his latest emergence on record and surpassing the previous record set in 2025.

His annual emergence is tracked because it typically signals the start of spring in Southern Nevada.

When do you think he will emerge?!

READ MORE: https://www.fox5vegas.com/2026/05/08/mojave-max-sets-record-latest-spring-emergence-southern-nevada/

05/09/2026

We had two unexpected guests at the Pink Caddy today! (I think they were feeling the mood too.) 😀

11/20/2025

11/18/2025

This image captures the nostalgic glow of downtown Las Vegas, anchored by the iconic neon cowboy “Vegas Vic” waving from the Pioneer Club. The street buzzes with life—pedestrians, cars, and a cascade of vintage signs advertising blackjack, slots, shrimp cocktails, and high payback rates. The Plaza Hotel and Casino rises in the background, while nearby venues like the Golden Goose add to the kaleidoscope of lights and promises. It’s a vivid snapshot of classic Vegas nightlife, where every corner pulses with energy and every sign beckons with the thrill of possibility.

📷 Vince Streano

11/12/2025

Happy 11-11-25

11/11/2025

Rest in peace, beautiful Bella...

10/09/2025

The property now known as OYO Hotel & Casino has lived many lives since opening in 1973 as Howard Johnson’s Motor Lodge, a modest non-gaming hotel that quickly added slot machines. It cycled through names like Paradise, 20th Century, Treasury, Pacifica, and Polynesian before becoming the Italian-themed San Rémo in 1989, under Japanese ownership. In 2006, it transformed into the Ho***rs Casino Hotel, embracing the brand’s playful aesthetic but facing financial struggles. Finally, in 2019, it was rebranded as OYO Hotel & Casino, blending budget-friendly hospitality with a modern vibe while retaining architectural echoes of its San Rémo past.The Ho***rs restaurant at OYO Hotel & Casino Las Vegas officially closed in August 2025.

📷 Andre Corboz/ Larry Moore

10/09/2025

The LINQ Las Vegas began in 1959 as the Flamingo Capri motel, later becoming the Imperial Palace in 1979 with a bold Asian theme and quirky attractions like The Auto Collections. After decades as a budget-friendly icon, it was rebranded as The Quad in 2012 and transformed into The LINQ Hotel & Casino in 2014. Today, it anchors the LINQ Promenade with modern entertainment, dining, and the High Roller observation wheel—marking its evolution from eccentric classic to sleek Strip destination.

📷 Caesars Entertainment