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5+ hour, 54+ min ago (897+ words) Tucked away on the iconic Las Vegas Strip sits a neon-soaked treasure that refuses to fade into history. The Peppermill Restaurant and Fireside Lounge, located at 2985 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109, has spent decades serving up oversized portions, retro glamour, and the kind of all-day breakfast that feels like a warm hug from old-school Vegas. While the city around it constantly reinvents itself with sleek resorts and modern dining concepts, this beloved diner remains gloriously frozen in time'its glowing pink lights, plush booths, and nostalgic menu transporting guests straight back to the golden age of American comfort food. Step inside, and it becomes instantly clear why both locals and tourists return again and again: the atmosphere is unforgettable, the food is indulgent, and the vibe is pure vintage Vegas magic. Walking into the Peppermill Restaurant and Fireside Lounge…...

19+ hour, 54+ min ago (1737+ words) There's something truly special about soul food " it's more than just a meal; it's a hug on a plate, a taste of home, a connection to generations of culinary tradition. For me, the search for authentic Southern cooking, especially those hidden gems, carries a certain nostalgia, reminiscent of family gatherings and grandmother's recipes. While Nevada might not be the obvious place to find such treasures, I've learned that the most profound flavors often dwell in the most unexpected corners. Join me as we explore 13 beloved hole-in-the-wall restaurants across the Silver State where locals truly believe the best, most heartwarming Southern dishes reside. This isn't just a list; it's a journey into the soul of Nevada's culinary heart. Tucked away in a quiet Las Vegas neighborhood, this cozy spot has earned its reputation one plate of shrimp and grits at a…...

20+ hour, 37+ min ago (114+ words) Former Mount Pleasant Tiger Zaveion Okoh played 36 minutes and scored 18 points in Henderson State's 75-51 win over East Central on Saturday. ARKADELPHIA, Ark. (KLTV) - Former Mount Pleasant Tiger Zaveion Okoh played 36 minutes and scored 18 points in Henderson State's 75-51 win over East Central on Saturday. The junior led the Reddies with three 3-pointers. Okoh was 6 of 14 from the field, 3 of 7 from the 3-point line and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 18 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 blocks and 2 steals. Next up, Henderson State (4-4) will host Arkansas Tech on Dec. 11....

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (198+ words) Nevada Wolf Pack (6-3) at Washington State Cougars (3-6) Pullman, Washington; Sunday, 5 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Washington State comes into the matchup against Nevada after losing three games in a row. The Cougars have gone 2-2 in home games. Washington State averages 12.9 turnovers per game and is 1-1 when it turns the ball over less than its opponents. The Wolf Pack have gone 0-1 away from home. Nevada averages 77.2 points and has outscored opponents by 3.5 points per game. Washington State's average of 8.8 made 3-pointers per game this season is only 0.7 more made shots on average than the 8.1 per game Nevada allows. Nevada averages 6.4 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.3 fewer made shots on average than the 8.7 per game Washington State gives up. TOP PERFORMERS: Aaron Glass is shooting 42.3% from beyond the arc with 2.4 made 3-pointers per game for the Cougars, while averaging 17.3 points. ND Okafor is…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (162+ words) McNeese Cowgirls (5-3) vs. Nevada Wolf Pack (4-5) Tempe, Arizona; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Nevada squares off against McNeese in Tempe, Arizona. The Wolf Pack are 4-5 in non-conference play. Nevada has a 0-1 record in one-possession games. The Cowgirls have a 5-3 record in non-conference play. McNeese is 1-0 in one-possession games. Nevada is shooting 40.3% from the field this season, 0.5 percentage points higher than the 39.8% McNeese allows to opponents. McNeese has shot at a 38.2% clip from the field this season, the same as opponents of Nevada have averaged. TOP PERFORMERS: Gabby Ramos is shooting 31.8% from beyond the arc with 0.9 made 3-pointers per game for the Wolf Pack, while averaging six points. Skylar Durley is shooting 34.0% and averaging 9.9 points. Arianna Patton is scoring 13.1 points per game and averaging 2.0 rebounds for the Cowgirls. Dakota Howard is averaging 9.3 points....

1+ day, 11+ hour ago (244+ words) It's state championship weekend in Kentucky high school football. The quest for a 2025 state title has reached the last round, with the Class 6A championship set for Saturday afternoon at Kroger Field in Lexington. The KHSAA championship in Kentucky's largest classification has come down to the South Warren Spartans (13-0) vs. the Trinity Shamrocks (12-2). Trinity quarterback Zane Johnson (2,763 passing yards, 51 TDs) is a frontrunner for Mr. Football. South Warren is led by running back Kayden York (1,008 rushing yards, 21 TDs). Opening kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 6 with a live TV broadcast on NFHS Network. Trinity routed St. Xavier in the state semifinals 50-7, while South Warren got past Ryle 36-20. Trinity's only two losses this season were to teams from Cincinnati " St. Xavier (Ohio) and Archbishop Moeller, with each loss by only three points. Trinity is the reigning back-to-back 6A state champion, carrying…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago (155+ words) The Kentucky Wildcats and Gonzaga Bulldogs take center stage on Friday night in a top-25 college basketball matchup. The game is at 7 p.m. on ESPN2 and being played at a neutral site, Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Kentucky is ranked 18th in the AP Top 25, and Gonzaga is No. 11. How to watch online: If you don't have ESPN2, you can watch on several streaming services, including ESPNUnlimited, DIRECTV, Sling or FuboTV. ESPNUnlimited requires a subscription; DIRECTV and Fubo offer free trials, and Sling has a one-day pass option. Who: Gonzaga vs. Kentucky When: Dec. 5, 2025 Where: Bridgestone Arena in Nashville Live stream: ESPNUnlimited (subscription required), DIRECTV (free trial available), Sling (day pass available) or FuboTV (free trial available). Kentucky vs. Gonzaga recent history: The teams played an overtime thriller in 2024 in Seattle, with then-No. 4 Kentucky beating then-No. 7, 90-89. Watch the highlights here:...

1+ day, 18+ hour ago (247+ words) Kenny Darby has found a new home in the Southeastern Conference. The prolific 4-star WR from The Boot is following former LSU offensive coordinator Joe Sloan and Oregon playcaller Will Stein to Lexington. Darby committed and signed with Kentucky on Friday, picking the Wildcats over the likes of Colorado, Mississippi State, Ole Miss and Houston, which all made strong late runs for the No. 28-ranked WR in the Rivals300. Darby was verbally pledged to Mississippi State as an underclassman, then flipped to LSU shortly after landing an offer from Sloan and the previous coaching staff in Baton Rouge at the tail end of his junior season for Bossier City (La.) Airline High School "The biggest reason is I picked Kentucky because I wanna start my own trend," Darby told Rivals of his decision on Friday. "I wanna be a part of…...

1+ day, 19+ hour ago (506+ words) Fifteen current and former Nevada Wolf Pack student-athletes have applied for graduation at the University of Nevada this winter. Commencement ceremonies for the University will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Lawlor Events Center. A livestream of the ceremony'will be available on YouTube. Nevada student-athletes have continued to raise the bar academically year-to-year. While final GPAs for the Fall 2025 semester will be official after Commencement, Wolf Pack student-athletes have posted higher and higher GPAs the past three semesters, going from 3.147 in Spring 2024 to 3.183 in Fall 2024 before eclipsing that mark with a 3.278 last spring. Winter 2025 Nevada Student-Athlete Graduates (by Sport) Soma Baligad - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Sergio Mazon - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Pierce Simpkins - Kinesiology Madelyn Shipman - Kinesiology John Bolles - Criminal Justice Luke McEndoo - Master's of Business Administration (MBA) AJ Bianco - General Business Stone Combs - Finance Tanner Vaughan - Business Management…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago (46+ words) The Gonzaga Bulldogs beat the Kentucky Wildcats 94-59 during a game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. The Gonzaga Bulldogs beat the Kentucky Wildcats 94-59 during a game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025....