Police, Organizers Prepare for Electric Daisy Carnival

Tuesday, June 18th, 2013, 12:03pm

LAS VEGAS - The Electric Daisy Carnival takes place this weekend. Hundreds of thousands of people are coming to Las Vegas for what some are calling the party of the year.

The annual music festival fuses bright colors, neon lights and electric dance music with a giant carnival under the stars at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Attendees listen to the world's most popular DJs spin music, ride carnival rides and dance all night long.

This is EDC's third year in town, and it's expected to be the biggest. Show organizers expect more than 100,000 people each night of the three-night, sold-out show. That represents approximately 10,000 more people than last year.

As EDC gets closer, expect to see more people in town sporting neon wigs, tutus and flashing jewelry.

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Couples Can Wed at Electric Daisy Carnival

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Tuesday, June 18th, 2013, 12:01pm

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Finally, there's something for couples who'd rather have rave music than a string quartet at their wedding.

Organizers of the Electric Daisy Carnival say they're teaming up with Viva Las Vegas Wedding Chapels to hold overnight ceremonies at the mega-party this weekend.

Couples can opt for a "traditional" ceremony performed by an Electric Daisy Carnival minister for $99. Or they can have Elvis perform the wedding and two songs for $179. Both packages include use of an electric daisy bouquet.

Bare-bones, non-binding renewal and commitment ceremonies are free on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Electric Daisy Carnival runs from dusk to dawn Friday through Sunday at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Last year, attendance was more than 320,000 people over three

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Police: Man Banned From Church Admits to Starting Fire

Submitted by Nicole Lucht on Monday, June 17th, 3:07 pm

LAS VEGAS -- The man accused in setting a church on fire June 14 told police he started the blaze because the pastor tried to "back door" him, according to the arrest report released Monday.

Adrian Kincade, 35, is facing charges of burglary and first degree arson in connection to the fire set at Nellis Baptist Church, 4300 N. Las Vegas Blvd.

According to the report, Kincade said the pastor "is not keeping it real." When asked about the fire, he told detectives, "I started it," the report said.

Kincade then described how he set the fire, including setting a bench on fire with paper and matches, and a table set with decoration.

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CSN Fire School Gets National Recognition

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor

Monday, June 17th, 2013, 2:37pm

CSN Fire School Gets National Recognition

The College of Southern Nevada is getting national recognition for its efforts to educate firefighters.

The National Fire Academy and the U.S. Fire Administration recognized the college for its Fire Science Technology program. CSN is one of only 25 institutions around the country to receive the honor.

The recognition is similar to being accredited. It means the school has met the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education standards. CSN now offers a six-course model fire science curriculum. Students who graduate will get a NFA achievement certificate.

“This is a mark of respect for CSN and future fire services’ graduates. There is no higher honor,” Greg Gammon, Director of Fire Science and Emergency Management said. “Our program is among the most relevant in the nation in preparing top-notch future fire and safety leadership.”

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It's That Weird Electric Daisy Carnival Time Again

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Monday, June 17th, 2013, 12:58pm

It's That Weird Electric Daisy Carnival Time Again

Now in its third year in Las Vegas, the Electric Daisy Carnival appears to have found a home for its eclectic crowd.

Step into your fuzzy pink boots and slide on your glittery thongs. The Electric Daisy Carnival will be back in town this week.

Read more at the Las Vegas Review-Journal

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Officials: Arrest Made After Fire at Vegas Church

Submitted by 8 News NOW

Friday, June 14th, 2013, 4:36pm

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Fire officials say a person has been arrested after an overnight blaze damaged the entrance to a Las Vegas-area Baptist church.

Deputy Clark County Fire Chief Erik Newman said investigators think the man taken into custody early Friday had a dispute with someone at Nellis Baptist Church before the fire was discovered about 3 a.m.

Police arrested Adrian Kincaid, 35, on charges of first degree arson and burglary.

No injuries were reported.

Newman says county and North Las Vegas firefighters quickly doused flames outside double doors of the structure at 4300 Las Vegas Boulevard North.

But officials say flames and smoke caused about $100,000 damage. An earlier estimate had the damage at $40,000.

Newman says county fire investigators and federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives agents are still at the scene.

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Name Change for Nationwide Series Race in Las Vegas

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Thursday, June 13th, 2013, 12:57pm

Name Change for Nationwide Series Race in Las Vegas

The lead-up race to the main event at Las Vegas’ NASCAR weekend is getting a new name.

Formerly known as the Sam’s Town 300, the Nationwide Series race now will be known as the Boyd Gaming 300. The change reflects a move from one brand to that of its parent company.

“With our recent extension, Boyd Gaming is looking forward to celebrating our 20th anniversary as the sole corporate sponsor of the Nationwide Series race since it began in 1997,” said Paul Chakmak, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Boyd Gaming. “The new name we’ve selected – the Boyd Gaming 300 – reflects what the race has become over the years, a marquee event for our customers across the country.”

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