John P. McDonnall

Story Archive

Thinking about Sheen, Smigel and other stuff: Wednesday, March 9, 2011; Also, Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort is offering a great deal.
Asia is dwarfing Nevada's uptick in gaming revenue: Wednesday, March 2, 2011; Good news! Also, not-so-good news!
Why we're not amused by amusement park plans: Wednesday, March 2, 2011; A 19th century entertainment is sweeping Vegas.
Thinking about pot roast, how awesome Vegas is and more: Wednesday, March 2, 2011; Also, yet another reason the Cosmopolitan is the coolest place ever.
The Land of More: a venture into the kitchen of the Rio’s Carnival World Buffet: Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011; What does it take to put out $45,000 worth of food every day? One Weekly writer finds out
A new stadium at UNLV might sound like a bad idea. Think again: Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2011; A new stadium could mean economic development, rather than devastation, for the area.
Thinking about Glen Lerner, the Bellagio's art gallery and more: Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2011; Also, the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art is closing its gift shop.
Beware! Some Strip properties are resorting to nickel and diming: Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011; Resort fees are getting totally out of hand.
Thinking about overtipping, Bryce Harper and more: Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011; Also, what we'd like to buy from the Hard Rock Hotel.
The weapons industry shows off its latest at its Vegas convention: Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011; CES, AVN...what next? Oh yeah, guns.
A super bummer: Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011; Why do we call the Super Bowl the Big Game?
Slot machines: agents of addiction?: Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2011; Have slot machines become too entertaining?
Thinking about the iPhone, Starbucks' Trenta and more: Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2011; Also, we found out that Las Vegas rocks at tipping.
Instead of assigning blame for the Arizona rampage, we should be asking, ‘What now?’: Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011; The fact is, we might never understand what motivated the shooter.
Thinking about Charlie Sheen, free parking and more: Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011; Also, we discover the roots of UNLV's Barrick Museum.
ROTC + ROFL = Rob Riggle: Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011; Rob Riggle has appeared in The Daily Show, SNL and The Hangover. What's next? A standup show at the Palms.
Thinking about broken iPhone alarms and the weather outside and in: Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011; Also, the Golden Nugget introduces the coolest ATM ever.
The Weekly’s under-the-radar, semi-important, revealing, tragic, quirky and inspiring Year in Review: Sure, you remember 2010 for the election, but these stories deserve your attention, too; Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010; News you missed, intriguing oddities and stories that inspired us or pissed us off.
Christmas cheer, Vegas-style: One Weekly editor spends his holiday in Sin City—and loves every minute of it; Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010; One Weekly editor's holiday experiences in Sin City
Thinking about Jay-Z, cold weather and the Salvation Army: Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010; Who's getting $1 million to play New Year's Eve?
Say what? 2010’s best quotes: From gum to getting it on, a few of the most memorable phrases uttered this year; Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010; Really, she thought it was Trident.
The Cosmopolitan faces an uphill battle on the gaming front: Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010; In the weeks leading up to opening day at the Cosmopolitan, gaming blogs and message boards vibrated with a scandalous rumor.
Three jokes from Jerry Seinfeld: Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010; The Weekly's John P. McDonnall offers up three of Mr. Seinfeld's witty observations. For more, secure your ticket to the Colosseum on Dec. 26-27.
Thinking about chef secrets, congressional seats and more: Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010; Also, the Cosmo has our native Las Vegan considering going to the Strip more.
Hey! Chill out, Rebel fans: Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010; The UNLV men’s basketball team is off to an impressive start, but apparently the good news has not reached some fans.
Thinking about the Bellagio bandit and fancy art: Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010; Thinking about the Bellagio bandit and fancy art
Zappos needs to face facts: It’s not so special: Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010; We’re dancing in the streets and toasting our yard-tall margaritas to the fact that a midsize company has decided not to leave Southern Nevada.
Thinking about a sports arena and dreaming of Chick-fil-A: Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010; Also, you should check out the Las Vegas Philharmonic
Fact-checking CityCenter: Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010; Here we separate the promises made, kept and broken.
Thinking about five-diamond resorts and underwater homes: Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010; Also, we think you should check out the Left of Center Gallery.
Thinking about last week's cover, Dirk Arthur's guarantee and more: Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010; Also, Sharron Angle finally speaks!
A new reality for Rick Dale of 'American Restoration': Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010; Early last year, local antiques restorer had had enough.
Thinking about trigger-happy cops, Manny Pacquiao and more: Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010; Also, we admit we're anxiously awaiting for the return of Britney.
Poker skills translate well to everyday situations: ... according to a panel of experts; Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010; Las Vegas’ answer to the tent revival
Thinking about Shania Twain, a giant Jesus and more!: Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010; Also, check out Thomas Willis' art at Trifecta Gallery.
Three thoughts on Reid-Angle: Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010; You have to marvel at Harry Reid’s survival instincts, and two other thoughts.
Nevada Repertory Dance Theater to perform Dr. Seuss classics: Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010; What happens when The Wiggles meets So You Think You Can Dance?
Live blog: Reid wins ... and other news: Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010; The Weekly's John P. McDonnall will be live-blogging from the time polls close, at 7 p.m.
Where's Angle's tricorn hat?: Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010; Look who the Nevada press corps caught voting Tuesday morning in Reno.
Chatting with Vegas Valley Book Festival closing keynote speaker Dennis Lehane: Monday, Nov. 1, 2010; "I’m not known for being literary 24/7, so Vegas definitely fits part of my personality."
Chatting with Vegas Valley Book Festival closing keynote speaker Dennis Lehane: Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010; "I’m not known for being literary 24/7, so Vegas definitely fits part of my personality."
Thinking about 'SNL' impressions, fantasy football and more: Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010; Also, Cirque performers are real people. Who knew?
What we're drinking: Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010; When it comes to beer, the Weekly staff has varied tastes.
Fresh & Easy is closing stores; why can’t it be the payday lenders?: (And other things we’d like to see affected negatively by this economy); Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010; Here are some other overexposed phenomena that should be scaled back.
Thinking about fro-yo, Hispanics that look more Asian and more!: Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010; Also, who benefits from moving the Gift of Lights? (Spoiler: No one.)
Spending some time in a supposedly sketchy neighborhood: Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010; It’s 2 o’clock in the afternoon and I’m standing at the edge of what is supposedly America’s third most dangerous neighborhood.
Thinking about Springsteen, dogs and more!: Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010; Also, would you turn in your neighbor for driving with out-of-state license plates?
Pahrump Valley Winery ready to stomp some grapes: Friday, Oct. 8, 2010; Your feet - they're for walking, running and - wine stomping?
Pahrump Valley Winery ready to stomp some grapes: Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010; Your feet - they're for walking, running and - wine stomping?
Thinking about Tre'Von Willis, fine art and more: Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010; Also, would Steve Carell make a good Las Vegas magician?