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I first began reporting in Southern Nevada in early 2016 as a reporter for the Desert Valley Times in Mesquite. I moved here from Oakland, Maine--my hometown of 6,000 people--after graduating from the University of Maine with a degree in journalism.

I've covered a number of issues and I received three first place awards at the 2017 Nevada Press Association Better Newspaper contest for Best Investigative Piece, Best News Feature, and Best Feature. I know the importance of community journalism and I'm excited to provide that to Las Vegas as the Local Editor for Patch Media.

Send any news tips, story suggestions, or Dan Marino career highlight reels to lucas.thomas@patch.com. Feel free to call me as well, 702-504-2516, and follow me on Twitter @LucasThomas14.

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Project Neon Closures: March 9

A stretch of US-95 will shut down on Friday at 10 p.m. and remain closed for the duration of the weekend.

Project Neon Closures: March 9
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Las Vegas Awarded Smart City Grant

The Smart City Council named Las Vegas one of five communities to receive the 2018 Readiness Challenge Grant.

Las Vegas Awarded Smart City Grant
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Project Neon Closures: March 8

If you're heading out tonight, make sure you're aware of the latest Project Neon closures.

Project Neon Closures: March 8