Segment by unknown San Diego newstation on the expanding population, real estate, and economic upturn that Las Vegas is experiencing. Video opens with a Stardust Hotel and Casino craps game, while a voiceover describes Las Vegas as "Lost Vegas" and "Lost Wages" but that tourists and locals live together side-by-side. Reporter explains the population is rapidly growing, and many Californians and San Diegans are moving to the city, as it rebrands from "Sin City" to a reasonable, welcoming place to live. The reporter explains that many casinos were "in the red" and how it was in a economic downturn. However, many new casinos are being expanded or new ones built now that the economy is looking up. Features many shots of the Stardust Hotel interior and exterior. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Title card states video was produced for Stardust Hotel by Barrett & Associates (produced by Michael Keavin). Many different cuts of the same music song, but with different visuals of various Stardust Hotel and Casino entertainment shows. First segment is promoting "William B's Steakhouse"; second segment promotes "Tony Roma's"; third segment promotes"Ralph's Diner." Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Local news report on Stardust showgirl image on the outside of a Western Pacific Airlines plane. Footage shows the showgirl whose image it is posing next to the plane and a small group of people gathered inside the airport for the reveal. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Stardust Hotel hosts 1997 "Old Timers Reunion", and event for 500 Las Vegas residents who have lived here for over 30 years. Local news segment about the event with entertainers who performed in Las Vegas in the 1940s and 1950s, and reporters interview various "Old Timers" and celebrities who are attending. Video shows footage of various hotels imploding as people reminesce about Las Vegas as it was 30 years ago. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Local news report on new Jeopardy! themed slot machines now available at the Stardust. Interview with Juan Hernandez (Stardust) and a guest who is playing the new slot machine. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Local news segments on the wagering around the NCAA Championship. Reporters explain it is one of the more popular events to wager on in Las Vegas, and interview clip with Art Manteris (LV Hilton Sportsbook) describes how busy it has been leading up to March Madness. It is expected to bring in more money than any other sporting event, including the Superbowl. Reporters interview a number of guests and Joe Lupo (Stardust Sportsbook). Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Local news segment on an event for 500 Las Vegas residents who have lived here for over 30 years who are gathering for performances by entertainers who performed in Las Vegas in the 1940s and 1950s. Kay Starr arrives at Arizona Charlie's ahead of her performance, along with the Stardust Legends, showgirls and dancers who used to performance at the Stardust. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
"Nevada Business" segment on recent federal regulations related to the gaming industry. Karen Galatz reports on the issue of the deductability of providing employee meals, which Boyd Group was audited for in 1993. The amount that companies are allowed to deduct has slowly decreased to 50% in 1993, but Boyd continued to deduct all 100% but was audited. Interview with Paul Dixon (IRS) speaks on the issue, and Rick Darnold (Boyd) explains why Boyd feels it is a safety and security issue and should be allowed. American Gaming Association is paying Boyd's legal fees because it feels this is a wider-reaching issue. Galatz interviews lawyer representing the group who explains the issue in greater detail. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
"Las Vegas Style" local news segment on Branscombe Richmond (musician, actor, stuntman) ahead of a performance at the Stardust Hotel and Casino. Interview shows Richmond and news reporter inside a suite at the Stardust, and some clips of Richmond performing. Richmond explains the types of music he performs, and how opportunies have arisen over time, including a performance with Wayne Newton. Tom McGillen appears, who is opening for Richmond at the Stardust. He describes his act, and promote the upcoming apperance at the Stardust. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Local news segment on Megabucks slot machine jackpot passing the $8 million dollar mark in Las Vegas. Scott Andrus reports from the casino floor and speaks with various patrons about how they feel about the large jackpot. Clip ends with Andrus playing the slot machine. Second segment is a similar report but shorter from the same TV station. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.