History
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The Westside story: Celebrating the heart of Black Las Vegas history
Historic Westside Las Vegas survived and thrived despite segregation and neglect. Now it’s undergoing a Renaissance as a Vegas landmark and cultural hub.
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Feb. 5, 1957: Gas explosion rocks downtown Reno, killing 2
Two gas-fueled explosions, 30 seconds apart, ripped through downtown Reno on Feb. 5, 1957, killing two people and injuring dozens.
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How Nevada waited a century to officially add Las Vegas
And in 1982, three groups worked to cut off the bottom part of the state: Arizonans looking to reclaim lost territory, Northern Nevadans tired of Las Vegas’ outsized influence, and Clark County residents hoping to create an entirely new state.
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12 fascinating facts about Reno’s namesake
Jesse Lee Reno was shot in the chest and killed. Find out why, plus learn 11 other facts about Reno, Nevada’s storied namesake.
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Walk your way through Carson City’s fascinating past on the Kit Carson Trail
With historic buildings, Victorian architecture, and the former U.S. Mint, the 2.5-mile Kit Carson Trail is a self-guided trip back in time.
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8 creepy facts about Nevada that textbooks leave out
From paranormal sightings to barren highways and a centuries-old curse, there are some wild facts about Nevada. Check out eight of the creepiest here.
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5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history
Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.
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Travel back in time by visiting Virginia City’s Historic District
Once a silver rush destination, now a tourist town, Virginia City attracts about two million visitors every year.
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The 7 biggest true crime cases in Nevada history
True crime has enraptured Nevadans many times over the years. Check out these murders, kidnappings, and more to learn about our state’s wild history.
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From blue jeans to the Ferris wheel: 9 things invented by Nevadans
Let’s take a closer look at nine things invented by Nevadans and how they went on to change life as we know it.
