He played into his 90s: Las Vegas’ oldest headliner dies Don “Pops” Friend ...

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DECEMBER 24, 2025
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He played into his 90s: Las Vegas’ oldest headliner dies
Don “Pops” Friend was a fixture on the senior-living set and a slick pianist and singer.
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Get warm by the fire at these Las Vegas bars, restaurants
Fireplaces and firepits don’t often seem practical in Las Vegas. But if you’re ever going to make use of them, this is the time.
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Lava Hot Springs Inn in southeastern Idaho was built in 1926 and still has old-school style.
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Where to dine out in Las Vegas for Christmas Eve and Christmas
Here are some suggestions for restaurants serving prix fixe menus, à la carte specials or other offerings.
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Mystic Falls Park

Sam's Town's Mystic Falls Park is decked out for the holidays and features a nine-minute laser show with classic holiday songs, animated teddy bears and more than 26,000 lights. 

 
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