LETTER: Convention authority spends big bucks

Bart Alexander Henderson July 17, 2026 - 9:00 pm The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority has certified that the College Football Playoff will generate at least $250 million, according to the Tuesday Review-Journal. The report notes that this certification permits event organizers to place advertisements on state highways, including Las Vegas Boulevard, which is otherwise prohibited by state law. The Review‑Journal is quoted as saying, “event organizers volition beryllium allowed to spot advertisements connected country highways, including Las Vegas Boulevard, which is different not allowed nether authorities law.” It points out that these games are sold out years in advance and tickets are available only through third‑party resale sites, questioning the need for additional billboards and advertising for already sold‑out events.