It’s Nov. 9, 2023

¡Hola!

Welcome to The Nevadan / El Nevadense’s new weekly newsletter. Here we will share with you the latest happenings in Las Vegas.

But first, let me introduce myself. I’m a longtime journalist in Las Vegas and have lived in the Silver State for more than 30 years.

Before working for the Las Vegas Review-Journal en Español, I covered everything from politics, sports, community events and entertainment for El Mundo Spanish Newspaper (the oldest Spanish weekly publication in Southern Nevada) for more than 27 years. Not only have I witnessed first-hand the growth of the Latino community in southern Nevada since 1989, but I’ve also seen the evolution of the rapidly evolving technology that is changing the way news organizations reach their audiences.

To be frank (see what I did there?) our team will always strive to meet the needs of the -still- growing Hispanic population in Southern Nevada.

Aquí entre nos, let me tell you that our goals are simple:

• share local news that matters to you

• ensure more Latinos living in Nevada understand how policy decisions affect their day-to-day lives

• celebrate all the people, places, and things that are unique to the Latin-American community in Nevada.

Pero me encantaría to learn a little more about you and what kinds of information you’re looking for. Gracias!

Frank Alejandre

Community Editor, The Nevadan/El Nevadense

La Unión Culinaria logra un acuerdo provisional con Caesars International

Trabajadores de la Unión Culinaria Local 226 llegaron a un acuerdo tentativo con Caesars International, frenando—en parte—una inminente huelga que paralizaría el Strip. “Después de 20 horas continuas de negociaciones, The Culinary Union Local 226 se complace en anunciar que se ha alcanzado un acuerdo provisional para un nuevo contrato de 5 años con @CaesarsEnt, que beneficiaría aproximadamente a 10,000 trabajadores de la industria hotelera en nueve propiedades de Las Vegas”, dijo Bethany Khan, vocera del gremio sindical, el miércoles 8 de noviembre de 2023.

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8 places to buy a Quinceañera dress in Las Vegas

Every year in the United States, more than 500,000 Hispanic young women say “yes” to the dress—the quinceañera dress, that is. Picking a gown for this traditional coming-of-age celebration is personal, important, and often very expensive. The dresses are typically, like something a princess wears in a fairytale.

In Las Vegas, there are more than a dozen shops carrying these fancy schmancy dresses. Some also carry prom dresses, tuxedos and wedding gowns, while others stick strictly to quinceañeras. In most cases, the birthday girl has the option to pick from a catalog or order a custom design.

Eleganza Bridal, for example, is a family-owned boutique founded by Lupita Eleganza in 1992. Here you can select a dress in-store (1000 E. Charleston Boulevard, #105) with the help of the friendly staff or pick from an extensive online catalog with 30 pages of choices.

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¡A darle que es mole de olla!

• El Consulado de México en Las Vegas tiene programadas algunas actividades que revisten interés para sus miles de connacionales asentados en el valle. La cónsul de Asuntos Comunitarios, María de Lourdes Orestano Robledo, detalla los servicios y actividades para el mes de noviembre. (More here.)

• There are tons of family-friendly activities happening across the Silver State in November. From cultural celebrations to nonprofit fundraisers, even some early visits from Santa, here are some of the coolest things to do with your kids in November. (More here.)

• Nevada has long been a leader in solar manufacturing and is now becoming a central player in battery manufacturing in the US. Over 40,000 clean energy jobs are projected to be created in the state over the next decade. (More here.)

Highlights from social

En el mosaico de la cultura latina, La Muerte no es solo un final inevitable, sino una dama enigmática con guadaña en mano. ☠️ Más que miedo, inspira respeto y reverencia, y en lugares marcados por el dolor, su presencia es casi tangible.

Have you been to the Costco of Latin supermarkets recently? Patty (@stilettosandsincity) shares some of the best Latin markets in Las Vegas and the amazing variety of food you can find at each.

Frank Alejandre is the Community Editor of The Nevadan / El Nevadense. Soy residente de Las Vegas desde hace más de 30 años y me siento orgulloso de ser parte de esta vibrante comunidad que enriquece con su aporte el fortalecimiento de esta ciudad. Las contribuciones y arduo trabajo de la “raza” son parte esenciales del mosaico cultural de Nevada. Have a question or comment? Reply back to this email!