World-famous ‘Vegas Vickie’ neon cowgirl sign removed

By The Associated Press

Posted June 13, 2017 9:20 pm.

Last Updated June 14, 2017 8:40 am.

This article is more than 5 years old.

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – The famous neon sign of a cowgirl in downtown Las Vegas has been taken town as part of the construction of a planned casino-resort.

After more than two decades on Freemont Street, “Vegas Vickie” was dismantled Tuesday.

Casino owner Derek Stevens says his company is looking for a home for the neon sign. It was created in 1980 and originally dubbed “Sassy Sally” after a casino of that name.

Stevens’ company is planning to transform the space previously occupied by the Las Vegas Club.

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