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YESCO and Orange Barrel Media Complete Major Signage Projects for Roxy Theatre and Rainbow Bar and Grill in West Hollywood

YESCO and Orange Barrel Media (OBM) announce the completion of two large-scale signage projects for legendary Sunset Strip venues, The Roxy Theatre and The Rainbow Bar & Grill, located in West Hollywood, California. The new signage installations were designed and executed to enhance the visibility and presence of both venues along the world’s most recognizable entertainment...

January 19, 2026

YESCO Fabricates, Installs New Gateway Arch in Yuba City, California

Click Here For Downloadable, High-Res Photos Downtown Yuba City has a bold new landmark. YESCO is proud to announce the completion of the massive, illuminated gateway arch that spans the entrance to the city's historic heart. The project was completed alongside North Star Construction & Engineering, Inc. in cooperation with the City of Yuba...

January 14, 2026

Behind-the-scenes tour for the Downtown Vegas Alliance!

A bright thank you to Jeff Young, Scott Hill, and the entire YESCO team for an absolutely fascinating and truly illuminating behind-the-scenes tour for the Downtown Vegas Alliance! A special shoutout to Jeff Young for sharing the remarkable story of the family’s journey in building a pioneering company that has been...

December 8, 2025

Life on State, 2025 Neon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4xK0OvkP-E&t=13s Once adorned with an array of iconic neon and light-based signs, State Street holds a vibrant cultural history that brought color and personality to Salt Lake City’s urban fabric. Honoring this legacy, the Salt Lake Art Design Board commissioned eight Utah-based artists to create neon-inspired artwork that celebrates and reimagines this history. The Life on State public...

November 13, 2025

Is That Billboard Falling in Lander, WY? Nope, It’s On Purpose!

If you're driving along Highway 789 just east of Lander, Wyoming, you might spot a billboard that looks a little… off-kilter. Don’t worry, it’s not a construction mistake; it’s a purposefully tilted board designed to catch your attention! This unique display was built to tilt in either direction, and our advertising partner, ARS, took full...

November 12, 2025

Eagle Arch Installation Timelapse

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIDa-Uy-ftU YESCO proudly completed the installation of the historic Eagle arch on November 7, 2025. Spanning N. Eagle Rd., the landmark gateway celebrates the city’s heritage and marks the completion of the Downtown Mobility Project.

November 10, 2025

We The People: Las Vegas Neon Museum preserves Strip’s glowing history

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5l_o0P8uY0Q Historic signs find new home at luminous tribute north of downtown By Lisa Sturgis and Tom Durian Published: Nov. 6, 2025 at 9:53 PM PST LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Paris may be the birthplace of neon lighting, but the brilliant signage found its true home in Las Vegas. Historians believe the...

November 7, 2025

Amid ongoing closure, Babcock Theater gets special feature in Rocky Horror documentary

By: Isabel Spartz on ktvq.com Posted 8:58 PM, Oct 17, 2025 and last updated 9:00 PM, Oct 17, 2025 BILLINGS — Nearly five months after a partial ceiling collapse forced the temporary closure of the historic Babcock Theater, the downtown venue remains under construction, but its story is getting the spotlight...

October 20, 2025

Encinitas Sign Over 101 Could Get Upgrade

Article written by North Coast CurrentOctober 12, 2025 A downtown Encinitas classic might soon be losing its neon. The gateway sign spanning Coast Highway 101, a fixture in town going back to 2001 and a reproduction of a 1920s-era version, would be updated with LED lighting if the City Council approves a contract...

October 14, 2025

YESCO Fabricates, Installs Signage for University of Nevada, Reno’s John Tulloch Business Building

YESCO announces the fabrication and installation of signage for the University of Nevada, Reno’s new John Tulloch Business Building. The project was completed in partnership with Clark Construction, serving as the general contractor. The signage scope included the fabrication and installation of a dual-illuminated wolf head cabinet with a Panaflex face measuring 10 feet by 20...

October 7, 2025

YESCO Completes New Signage for University of Arizona’s Football Stadium in Tucson, Arizona

YESCO announces the completion of new signage for the University of Arizona’s football stadium in Tucson, Arizona. The project includes a fully refurbished and re-illuminated version of the university’s iconic “A,” which is prominently visible for fans attending football games. Arizona Stadium, home to Arizona Football since 1928, is a 50,782-seat facility that blends historic character...

October 3, 2025

Lighting up Las Vegas: Family-run YESCO blends neon heritage with LED tech

8newsnow.com by: Denise Valdez LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Neon signs are a significant part of Las Vegas’ history, culture, and symbolism, and have evolved considerably since the boom of the 1930s and 1940s. The Young Electric Sign Company (YESCO), a family-owned business in Las Vegas, has continued to shape the...

October 3, 2025

YESCO Completes Exterior Signage for Showcase Mall on Las Vegas Strip

YESCO announces it has completed a series of exterior signs for the Showcase Mall on the Las Vegas Strip. The project features state-of-the-art LED displays, towering signs and custom blade signage designed to captivate millions of passersby in one of the world's most iconic tourism corridors. The primary highlight of the installation is a 171-foot-10-inch-tall...

September 30, 2025

YESCO Completes New Signage for Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona

YESCO announces it has completed new interior fine pixel pitch displays for Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. The project included installing 54 brilliant individual displays across the property, totaling 335 million pixels. A centerpiece of the installation is the showroom’s 15-by-32-foot 1.5mm display, engineered to be lowered and raised with a hoist system to accommodate...

September 18, 2025

City of Henderson Unveils Champions District Honoring Raiders and Aces

HENDERSON, Nev. (Sept. 6, 2025) — Ahead of the Las Vegas Raiders’ home opener, the City of Henderson has officially designated Raiders Way as the Champions District, marked by newly installed monument signs. “The Champions District celebrates the spirit that defines both teams and our community,” said Henderson Mayor Michelle Romero. “These monuments are a lasting...

September 17, 2025

YESCO Support Artist Adolfo R. Gonzalez in Fabricating, Installing “Striving Populace” Sculpture at College of Southern Nevada and City of Las Vegas Westside Education and Training Center

YESCO announces its role in supporting artist Adolfo R. Gonzalez with the fabrication and installation of “Striving Populace,” a striking new sculpture now standing at the College of Southern Nevada and City of Las Vegas Westside Education and Training Center. The center provides credentialed job training programs in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, technology and construction trades. Commissioned...

September 9, 2025

YESCO Wins Best Signshop-Designed and Fabricated Sign

Best Signshop-Designed and Fabricated Sign, Internally Illuminated By Mildred Nguyen - Signs of the Times September 2025 Issue FIRST PLACE Project NameRoadside Pylon Replacement FabricatorsMedia Resources Inc.Oakville, ON, Canadamediaresources.com YESCO Phoenixyesco.com/phoenix InstallerYESCO Phoenix DesignerMark Ritenour ClientTalking Stick Resort & CasinoScottsdale, AZ Fabrication EquipmentWelders, saws,...

August 28, 2025

YESCO Completes Marquee Retrofit at Historic Granada Theatre In The Dalles, Oregon

YESCO announces the completion of a major retrofit to the historic marquee at the Granada Theatre in The Dalles, Oregon. Originally built in 1929 as part of a national initiative by Universal Film Corporation to showcase “talkies,” early films offering synchronized sound, the Moorish revival theatre’s marquee now features cutting-edge technology while preserving its historic...

August 26, 2025

A Sweet Flashback: How Salt Lake City’s Historic Candy Company and YESCO Made History

One of America's oldest family-owned companies has deep roots in Salt Lake City. Since moving to Utah in 1900, the Sweet Candy Company has been making iconic treats like saltwater taffy and Chocolate Orange Sticks, shipping them to from "Alaska to Australia" and to customers across the globe. Sweet's legacy was lit up by a massive...

August 20, 2025

YESCO Announces Retirement of Steve Jones Following Three Decades of Service

YESCO announced the retirement of Steve Jones who officially concludes his distinguished career of more than 32 years of service on July 31, 2025. Throughout his esteemed career, Steve held numerous leadership roles and left a lasting impact on YESCO’s legacy. From his early days in Ogden, Utah, as assistant manager and outdoor manager to his...

July 9, 2025

YESCO Fabricates, Installs New Signage for Historic El Cortez Hotel & Casino In Las Vegas

Click Here for Downloadable, High-Res Photos YESCO announces it has fabricated and installed new signage for the iconic El Cortez Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas. The historic property, which first opened its doors in 1941, was purchased in 2008 by Kenny Epstein and underwent significant enhancements with new signage and...

June 3, 2025

Outdoor Media Expands Footprint With Acquisition Of 250 Billboard Faces Across Nevada, Wyoming, Montana

Announces it has acquired select assets of Dakota Outdoor Advertising. The acquisition includes 111 static billboard structures comprising 250 faces and 19 transit locations with 93 faces across Montana, Wyoming and Nevada. Dakota was represented in the transaction by Jim Matalone of Mad Dog Outdoor Consulting. The billboard assets span the entire state of Montana, with...

May 7, 2025

YESCO Hosts Service Convention for 200 Sign Professionals From U.S., Canada

From Wednesday, Feb. 19 through Friday, Feb. 21, YESCO hosted a service convention at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, for more than 200 sign professionals from the United States and Canada. During the three-day convention, the 105-year-old company led educational seminars and networking events, providing employees with opportunities to stay up to date on the latest...

March 12, 2025

YESCO Completes Interior, Exterior Signage for Chicken Ranch Casino Resort in Jamestown, California

YESCO announces it has completed the design, fabrication and installation of more than 1,200 interior and exterior signs for Chicken Ranch Casino Resort in Jamestown, California. This ambitious project featured a variety of signage solutions, including marquee signs, operational and wayfinding displays, venue identifiers and ADA-compliant code signage. Requiring more than 12,000 man-hours of labor over...

March 12, 2025

YESCO Completes Exterior Signage for Hale Centre Theatre in Gilbert, AZ

YESCO announces it has completed a series of exterior signage enhancements for the Hale Centre Theatre in Gilbert, Arizona. The updates include innovative displays and design features seamlessly blending the theatre's historic charm with modern technology. A highlight of the project was YESCO’s collaboration with the Hale Centre Theatre team to elevate...

March 12, 2025

YESCO Completes Retrofit Of Iconic Harmon Corner LED Wall On Las Vegas Strip As Part Of Building Renovation

YESCO has successfully completed the retrofit of the Harmon Corner building's LED Wall, an iconic digital display at one of the busiest intersections on the Las Vegas Strip. The new LED Wall is part of a renovation of the Harmon Corner building and is undergoing a major building renovation that will include new retail suites...

December 20, 2024

YESCO Completes Lighting Installation at Opus Apartment Tower in Los Angeles’ Korea Town

YESCO announces it has successfully completed the top of building lighting installation at the Opus Apartment Tower located at 3545 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles’ Korea Town. This project, which enhances the 22-story apartment tower within the iconic skyline, features color-changing LED lighting bringing dynamic, programmable visual displays to the building’s facade. The project included the...

December 12, 2024

The Lightbearer – Oscar Gonzalez, neon bender at YESCO

Read article written in Las Vegas Weekly by Amber Sampson Oscar Gonzalez looks very com-fortable over an open flame. When we meet the neon bender of 30 years in his YESCO workshop, he seems wholly within his element. He rotates a piece of glass tubing between his fingers,...

November 19, 2024

YESCO Fabricates, Installs Signage for Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs

(Photo courtesy of Ford Amphitheater) YESCO announces it has fabricated and installed signage for Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The scope of work included the fabrication and installation of a 31-foot-long illuminated stage sign on an existing structure. The sign was built using halo illuminated reverse channel letters, ensuring high visibility and energy efficiency...

October 31, 2024

YESCO Announces Fabrication, Installation of Utah Hockey Club Puck on Delta Center Plaza in Salt Lake City, Utah

YESCO announces the fabrication and installation of a colossal hockey puck for Smith Entertainment Group's Utah Hockey Club, prominently displayed on Delta Center's Main Plaza. Towering at 14 feet, 3 inches tall, 13 feet wide and nearly 2 feet deep, the larger-than-life puck now stands proudly next to the famed Utah Jazz “J Note” statue,...

October 17, 2024

YESCO to Restore Vintage Rio Grande Sign for Heber Valley Railroad

YESCO announces it will restore the vintage Rio Grande sign for the Heber Valley Railroad. The sign, originally created by YESCO in the late 1950s, once proudly stood atop the Rio Grande Depot in Salt Lake City, Utah, before being replaced approximately five years ago. Now, YESCO is working to refurbish this historic piece, bringing...

October 15, 2024

YESCO To Fabricate, Install New Signage, Lighting, Architectural Steel Structures on Landmark Ocotillo Bridge in Gilbert Arizona

YESCO announces it will begin the design, fabrication and installation of new signage, lighting and large-scale architectural steel structures on the Ocotillo Bridge in Gilbert, Arizona. Spanning over the future phases of Gilbert Regional Park, the project marks a significant addition to the visual landscape of the area, seamlessly blending functionality with the aesthetic appeal...

October 14, 2024

YESCO Retrofits Scoreboard at New Mexico State University’s Aggie Memorial Stadium

YESCO announces it has completely retrofitted the colossal scoreboard at New Mexico State University's Aggie Memorial Stadium with a new display made by Watchfire. The scoreboard renovation was finished on Saturday, July 27, just ahead of the first football game of the season against Missouri State University. The brand-new 31-foot-tall by 60-foot-wide brilliant LED display created...

September 17, 2024

YESCO Completes New Signage for Chandler Airpark in Chandler Arizona

YESCO announces it has completed new signage for the Chandler Airport Area Employment Corridor in Chandler, Arizona. This project marks another successful collaboration with the City of Chandler, following the award-winning monument design for the city's West Chandler Employment Corridor in 1021. The project, initiated in early 2022, was part of Chandler's ongoing placemaking and branding...

September 16, 2024

YESCO Creative Director Mark Oatis Completes Notable Project at American Sign Museum’s Main Street Expansion

YESCO announces its distinguished creative director Mark Oatis recently participated in a significant project for the American Sign Museum's Main Street exhibit expansion. Together with his wife and creative partner, Rose, Oatis served on a team of artists tasked with making character signage to support the museum's collection. Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, the museum project holds...

July 23, 2024

YESCO Retrofits Neon Lighting With LED Strips on Mandalay Bay, Delano Hotel Towers

YESCO retrofitted approximately 32,116 linear feet (6.08 miles) of neon lighting with RGB LED strips on the exterior of the hotel towers at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and Delano Las Vegas. To showcase the versatility and vibrant capabilities of the new LED system, both Mandalay Bay and Delano will feature a distinctive red, white and...

June 27, 2024

Clark County Officially Declares May 7 “YESCO Welcome Sign Day”

The Clark County Board of Commissioners officially declared Tuesday, May 7 as YESCOWelcome Sign Day in honor of the renowned, 104-year-old sign company and its significantcontributions in Southern Nevada. YESCO Las Vegas vice president Mitch Olorenshawreceived the proclamation from Commissioner Michael Naft on behalf of YESCO during aspecial ceremony. The proclamation recognizes YESCO's 65 years of...

April 14, 2024

YESCO Restores Exterior Signage at Historic Golden Steer Steakhouse Las Vegas

Click Here For Downloadable, High-Res Photos YESCO announces it has completely restored all five exterior building signs and added a new “cocktails” sign at the historic Golden Steer Steakhouse Las Vegas. As part of the project, the steakhouse’s main sign located above its entrance was removed and replaced with white polycarbonate and vinyl graphics. YESCO...

March 14, 2024

YESCO Refurbishes Del Mar Theatre Marquee for Perrotin Art Gallery in Los Angeles

Click Here For Downloadable Photos YESCO announces it has restored the historic Del Mar Theatre marquee sign in Los Angeles. Retained by the Perrotin Art Gallery, YESCO created all-new neon tubes and sign faces to match the fresh paint scheme on the building. Additionally, LED lights were added to the marquee to...

March 12, 2024

YESCO Refurbishes Historic Rancho Super Car Wash Pink Elephant Sign in Rancho Mirage

YESCO announced it has completely restored the vintage Rancho Super Car Wash pink elephant sign in Rancho Mirage, California. Retained by Preservation Mirage, which celebrates and protects the architectural history of the city, YESCO refurbished the sign’s neon tubing and worked with their vendor, Graffiti Inc., to provide the landmark with fresh paintIn 2023,...

March 6, 2024

Utah company builds, maintains iconic Vegas landmarks

Utah company builds, maintains iconic Vegas landmarks including Allegiant Stadium SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A company rich with Utah roots is responsible for some of the most popular and recognizable signs and displays in Las Vegas. “My grandfather started selling signs in Vegas, before Vegas was Vegas,” said Jeff Young, Executive Vice President for Young Electric Sign...

February 8, 2024

YESCO Featured on Amazon Prime Documentary “Neon”

We invite you to visit "Neon" a documentary available on Amazon Prime Video that explores the history of neon as well as its influence on American culture. YESCO, along with several prominent YESCO-designed signs, are featured in the documentary. The company has strong roots in creativity, artistry, and innovation which continues to inspire the work...

January 16, 2024

Wendover Will, ‘Cousin’ of Vegas Vic, Gets Makeover

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Much like last year when Vegas Vic, a pillar of Fremont Street for seven decades, needed a good repair, his look-alike in West Wendover just got a major facelift. Vic’s neon family is bigger than you might think. “His spouse Vegas Vicky is in Circa,” Jeff Young, Executive Vice President of YESCO...

January 11, 2024

YESCO Featured on German Television Show

YESCO was recently featured on German Television show "Galileo X-Plorer" hosted by Claire Oelkers. The show follows YESCO journeyman Michael Laudenslager as he gives Claire a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep the lights on in Las Vegas. The show featured Michael rappelling from the Harmon Retail Center LED digital screen to repair damaged LED...

January 9, 2024

YESCO Wins “Best Monument Sign,” “Designer’s Choice” For Derby District Gateway Sign By Colorado Sign Association

YESCO was awarded “Best Monument Sign” and “Designer’s Choice” for its Derby District Gateway sign atthis year’s annual Colorado Sign Association (CSA) sign design contest. Fabricated at YESCO’s Las Vegas facility, the Derby District Gateway sign is completely solar powered. With a complex light topper and colorful display, the distinctive sign welcomes visitors to the Derby...

January 3, 2024

YESCO Refurbishes Iconic “Wendover Will” Sign with LED Technology

Click Here For Downloadable, High-Res Photos YESCO announces it has completely refurbished the iconic “Wendover Will” neon cowboy sign with LED technology.Retained by the City of West Wendover – which is located on Nevada’s eastern border – YESCO was tasked with replacing 1,184 feet of neon tubing with Allanson flex and RGB...

January 3, 2024

YESCO Wins Gold in LED Sign Awards

2023 WATCHFIRE LED SIGN AWARDS – WINNERS ANNOUNCED Watchfire Signs is proud to present the winners of the 2023 Watchfire LED Sign Awards, established to recognize Watchfire dealer partners who showcase the capabilities of on premise digital advertising in superior sign design. The award recognizes sign companies that have displayed excellence in effectiveness, design, and how well...

December 5, 2023

Hoberman Arch restored and installed near SLC Airport

The Hoberman Arch is a 72-foot-wide by 36-foot-high mechanical curtain installed for the Medals Plaza in downtown Salt Lake City for the 2002 Winter Games. The arch was designed by artist, architect and engineer Chuck Hoberman. The Hoberman Arch has been carefully restored by a team directed by artist Gordon Huether including Meta Design & Manufacturing...

November 22, 2023

YESCO Donated Sign for Dapper Companies’ “The Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway” Winner

PHOTO RECAP L to R: Jeff Young and Ed Stagner (YESCO); Mallory Gott and Aaron Lee (Winnie & Ethel’s) Click Here For Downloadable, High-Res Photos WHAT:On Tuesday, Nov. 7, YESCO joined the owners of Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner as they received the keys from J. Dapper of Dapper Companies. As the winner of...

November 8, 2023

The iconic ‘Wendover Will’ is getting a facelift

WEST WENDOVER, Nevada — At 71 years old, Wendover Will needed a little facelift. "We don’t want to change him that much. I mean, he's iconic the way he is," said West Wendover Mayor Jasie Holm. "The paint, and he's 71 years old. Everything needs a little updating." The 68-foot tall statue, which used to greet gamblers...

November 7, 2023