Talent Quest National Karaoke Contest is not just asinging contest. Our contest encompasses three specific categories of judging. They are Vocal, Stage and Dress.  Contestants are judged on three major factors:

Vocal Performance:
Intonation and pitch, strength and range of voice. How accurately does the singer stay in time with the music and their background vocals. Diction and annunciation of the words they are singing ( can everyone understand what you are saying). Mic control( are you using the mic properly? Do you adjust placement of the microphone
to eliminate distortion and regulate your vocal volume). Breathe Control (are you holding your notes long enough, do you have enough air to finish your notes etc.)

Appearance:
Judges are looking at everything from, if your outfit matches your song. Are your outfits clean and pressed or ironed. Did you add something to your outfit to sparkle it up . Is your outfit appropriate for all viewing ages.

Stage Presence:
Facial expression and body gestures. Confidence and relaxation on stage? Command of the audience. Engaging the audience, command of your stage during the performance.

Please visit www.TalentQuest.org for details on competition categories, rules and methods of entry.

This popular, 12th annual car show will feature all types of cars, trucks and motorcycles displayed for free viewing at the Tropicana Laughlin's north parking lot.  New this year will also be the inclusion of ATV Quads, UTV Side-by-Side, Dirt Bikes and Sand Rails!  The show will feature a show 'n shine, vendors, and a light show and Halloween costume contest on Saturday!  Car/Truck/Motorcycle entry is only $30; Off-road vehicles are $15 per vehicle, and can be paid Friday during registration.  For vendor or other information, e-mail rrudkin@troplaughlin.com.

For the 9th year, this 10-day event will feature many vendors selling items both retail and wholesale, including gold and silver, fine jewelry, pearls, beads, fossils, amber, opals, mineral specimens, carvings, knives, watches, unique handmade jewelry and much more!  The jewelry industry is always serving high demands, and this event is designed to fill the gap between that demand and supply of modern jewelries. 

In order to purchase wholesale, you must have a state issued tax identification form that shows a gem related business. When you arrive at the show, please register at the show office to get a badge to allow you to purchase wholesale.