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Archive for June 26, 1996

O'Brien: US policy on Afghanistan (or lack thereof): For those of us working on the ground in Afghanistan, it's not clear the United States has a policy here. The US is mysteriously absent from efforts to negotiate peace, alleviate suffering, and rebuild this ...; 11:59 a.m.

Federal funds will increase NHP presence: Approximately $8,000 in recently awarded federal money will allow the NHP to pay overtime to 35 troopers to cover additional shifts through the end of August.; 11:59 a.m.

Board will push bond plan again: Teresa Hinds; The Debt Management Commission voted June 13 to deny placement of the school bond on the Nov. 5 ballot. Commissioners said approval of the full $816 million bond would push the tax rate close to ...; 11:59 a.m.

Windy weather bedevils trailer neighborhood: Ed Koch and Karen Zekan; From Fred Rader's vantage point, the column of debris appeared to be at least 1,000 feet high when he first saw it about 2 p.m. Tuesday outside his Santiago Community property at 4650 E. Carey ...; 11:59 a.m.

Gravel feud turns deadly; man shot: Karen Zekan; The melee began about 6:30 p.m. Tuesday when employees of the Big Horn Materials Co. showed up on TCB Now's property at Lone Mountain Road and Jensen Street to recover a piece of machinery they ...; 11:59 a.m.

Purported LA gang leader caught in LV: Rachael Levy; Wayne Alfred Day appeared Tuesday before U.S. Magistrate Robert Johnston following his arrest Friday at a Strip motel.; 11:59 a.m.

Columnist: Acker holds slim SNGA lead: Brady Exber follows closely with 111.7. Rounding out the top five at this early juncture of the season are Russell Nygard with 74.7 points, Morris Ferstman with 62.7 and Lee Winston with 58.; 11:59 a.m.

Search and seizure key to defense in bomb case: Jillian Lloyd; DENVER -- The defense in the Oklahoma City bombing case faces one of its first major legal tests this week.; 11:59 a.m.

NASA to trade in shuttle for unmanned model: Jonathan P. Decker; WASHINGTON -- As the space shuttle Columbia beeps across the sky on a 17-day mission, designers on the ground are working on a plan to replace the workhorse that has defined the United States presence ...; 11:59 a.m.

Redefining news in the Internet era: Daniel Sneider; CUPERTINO, CALIF. -- On a background of vibrant colors, your computer screen displays summaries of the latest events in Europe and your home town. Up-to-the-minute quotes of the stocks you own, plus the baseball scores, ...; 11:59 a.m.

S. Africa apartheid fighters fear criticism from within: Judith Matloff; JOHANNESBURG -- The African National Congress of President Nelson Mandela swept to power two years ago declaring a new era of truth and honesty in post-apartheid South Africa.; 11:59 a.m.

G-7 summit to put spin on jobs, aid to Russia: Ron Scherer and Gail Russell Chaddock; NEW YORK AND PARIS -- The French are famous for their souffles - beautiful gastronomic towers of hot air.; 11:59 a.m.

Columnist: You may be due money from Remington: The MWF instigated litigation in an effort to encourage Remington to begin manufacturing shotgun barrels with higher strength steel.; 11:59 a.m.

Britain, China can't agree on Hong Kong transition: Todd Crowell; HONG KONG -- Earlier this year a team from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) came to Hong Kong to make plans for covering July 1, 1997, the day when the British Union Jack is hauled ...; 11:59 a.m.

Sands, Culinary back to severance negotiations: Jeff Schweers; The rejection of a severance package by Culinary Union employees sends lawyers for the Sands and the union back to the negotiating table to try to forge a deal before the doors shut Sunday on ...; 11:59 a.m.

Where I Stand: Ridicule of Hillary unjustified: The power of those biblical words is oftentimes lost on us as we spend the better part of our days judging the frailties of others in a light far harsher than the one we use ...; 11:59 a.m.

Rustic furniture offers homey feel: Pauline Bell; "The excess of the '80s left people with a need to get back to the basics or warmth. In the '90s, they want homes they can really call their sanctuaries, cocoons that evoke relaxation and ...; 11:59 a.m.

Charlie Hustle enjoying radio: Tim Graham; There he sat, conducting his radio show from the MGM sports book, just like he has since last week and will continue to do so through Friday. But no one seemed to care.; 11:59 a.m.

Special ed audit may go to state, feds: Teresa Hinds; Consultants Ed Sontag and David Rostetter, locked in an increasingly contentious dispute over the critical report, are now battling over the district's failure to pay their bill.; 11:59 a.m.

Gunfire draws max sentence: Bill Gang; Instead, 25-year-old Jerrod Mack Wesley calmly sat at the drive-through window and munched his meal as a carload of hungry people behind him frantically honked for him to move on.; 11:59 a.m.

Americans mix politics and religion: Robert Marquand; WASHINGTON -- For more than a decade, conservative Christians have been making political inroads in the US - capturing seats in local school boards and influencing national elections with strong views on social issues ranging ...; 11:59 a.m.

Drivers give thumbs up: Bob Cloud; Indy Racing League drivers and crews began tire testing Tuesday in preparation for the speedway's maiden event, the Las Vegas 500k on Sept. 15. It was a day of caution all around, as 11 drivers ...; 11:59 a.m.

Gang members blamed for fight at Lake Mead: Cathy Scott; Five teens were "light drinking, swimming and socializing" at the Cliffs off North Shore Road at Gypsum Wash when the gang members -- eight males and three or four girls, all wearing the same gang-affiliated ...; 11:59 a.m.

Senate refuses to revamp PAC contributions: "It is very hard to get campaign finance reform in an election year," said the Mississippi Republican. "The feelings on both sides are too strong."; 11:59 a.m.

Icelanders relish bounty of cultural pursuits: Tony Vellela; REYKJAVIK, ICELAND -- Filmgoers in the United States checking out Fridrik Fridriksson's "Cold Fever," the new cult classic from Iceland, witness a bleak, snowy, and remote island, populated by offbeat characters, eerie landscapes, and the ...; 11:59 a.m.

Arabs throw cold water on US role: Scott Peterson; CAIRO -- Daunting changes in the Mideast have pulled US Secretary of State Warren Christopher to the region to examine the new political equation and push for peace.; 11:59 a.m.

Victim's family speaks out at killer's sentencing: Bill Gang; A jury on May 10 convicted Christopher Jones of first-degree murder for the shooting death of 37-year-old Almeta Lynette Porter in front of her children because she wouldn't give him gas money.; 11:59 a.m.

Jobless rate climbs in Las Vegas: The state Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation said the rate is four-tenths of a percent higher than April but still below the 5.6 percent national average.; 11:59 a.m.

Past Olympians recall the tears and triumphs: Ross Atkin; ATLANTA -- Chris Huffins has not yet participated in the Olympic Games, but like many other athletes he has felt their unmistakable pull.; 11:59 a.m.

Lawmakers again criticize Wildlife Division: "Your department represents a bad example of government," Assemblyman Jack Close, R-Las Vegas, told Wildlife Administrator Willie Molini on Tuesday. "I can understand mistakes and understand different problems that might come forth."; 11:59 a.m.

Development newsletter debuts: Inside Las Vegas Development will be published by Home Builders Research Inc., led by housing market analyst Dennis Smith.; 11:59 a.m.

Criticism continues as rap moves in new direction: Daniel B. Wood; LOS ANGELES -- Steve Brown likes the beat and rhyme of newer rap groups like The Fugees: "The lyrics are about moving up in life and reaching out to people," says the beak-capped teen.; 11:59 a.m.

Couple arrested in musical investment scheme: The state Securities Division said John J. and Carol Ann Rizzo are charged with fraudulent sale of securities. The complaint said the Rizzos told an investor they had developed a musical show for Las Vegas ...; 11:59 a.m.

It's Lau's poll, but it shows Gibbons leading: Three polls released within the span of a month place former Assemblyman Jim Gibbons ahead of other Republicans vying to succeed retiring Rep. Barbara Vucanovich, R-Nev.; 11:59 a.m.

Rollover victim a LV woman: Freeman, an employee at the Primadonna hotel-casino at the Nevada-California state line, was killed at 2:45 p.m. Sunday when she lost control of her westbound pickup truck and it flipped several times 28 miles south ...; 11:59 a.m.

Hottelet: Saddam a compulsive gambler, and a loser: Iraq has again played its cat and mouse game - as nasty and crazy and worrying as ever. But once more it seems to have tapered off, as it has half a dozen times in ...; 11:59 a.m.

Snow, rainfall help contain Nevada fire: Full containment of the fire was expected early today.; 11:59 a.m.

Support denial upheld: The court ruled against Sherri Strickland, who sought to prove that Jerry Hafen of Clark County was the father and owed child support for a 10-year-old daughter.; 11:59 a.m.

Two Flying Elvises Injured When Stunt Goes Awry: The four stuntmen, dressed in fringed white jumpsuits with slicked-back hair and sunglasses, were supposed to fly over the outdoor harborside club before landing in a cordoned-off section of the parking lot. Spotters were ready ...; 11:59 a.m.

Two Las Vegas airmen hurt in blast: Rachael Levy; The people's names and injuries will not be released until the families are notified, a Nellis spokesman said. They are members of 57th Equipment Maintenance Squadron.; 11:59 a.m.

Grand Casino helped competition: "Business Monday was very, very good, like a typical weekend," Bally's general manager Peter Burns said. "If the Grand opening is responsible for that type of day I hope they open up every day of ...; 11:59 a.m.

Change of lawyers delays Meegan trial: Bill Gang; James Meegan's jailhouse talk has resulted in a new attorney being appointed for the alleged baby killer, and that plus delays in DNA testing have postponed his trial date.; 11:59 a.m.

Likud's pro-business plan is economic shift for Israel: Ilene R. Prusher; TEL AVIV -- As news of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's victory spread over trading floors here late last month, investor panic ensued and the Israeli benchmark Mishtanim stock index plunged 5 percent.; 11:59 a.m.

24-hour theme rings in LV ad campaign: The theme is designed to position Las Vegas as the world's leading gaming and resort destination offering a wide range of entertainment options on a round-the-clock basis.; 11:59 a.m.

Consultant denies story that he requested a loan: Teresa Hinds; Marsha Irvin, former assistant superintendent for special student services, has filed a complaint with the district attorney's office, claiming consultant David Rostetter sought a loan from her on Dec. 26.; 11:59 a.m.

Holiday ice skating celebration: Admission is $5 for people 12 and older and $4 for children 3-11. Adults accompanied by a paying child will receive free admission. Admission includes public skating after the show.; 11:59 a.m.

Flex time law sensible work reform: President Clinton Monday proposed federal legislation to allow workers to accumulate up to 80 hours of "flex time" for overtime or time off. The employee would have to give his employer at least two weeks ...; 11:59 a.m.

Feds threaten funds for mental health: The center was examined by the federal Health Care Financing Administration, which said it did not measure up to standards in staffing and medical records.; 11:59 a.m.

US slaps own friends to spite Cuba and Iran: Robert Marquand; WASHINGTON -- Two new US embargoes on "outlaw" nations - one against Cuba and a proposed one against Iran and Libya - are annoying US allies, setting off fireworks on the eve of a Group ...; 11:59 a.m.

Victim in car-burro crash ID'd: A driver who was killed when her car struck a burro on State Route 160 was identified as Theresa Joan Whitney, 49, of Pahrump.; 11:59 a.m.

Report supports rail merger concern: In a report issued Monday, the SEA recommended that only a small increase in the number of trains be allowed while an 18-month environmental impact statement is conducted.; 11:59 a.m.

Quintet to bill at free jazz concert at county center: After splitting with his brother, Winard formed his own band two years ago.; 11:59 a.m.

Newsom: Fruits of progress in Indonesia: Returning in May to Jakarta after an absence of 20 years, I found a city greatly changed.; 11:59 a.m.

Court: Woman took too long to sue: The court ruled against Sherri Strickland, who sought to prove that Jerry Hafen of Clark County was the father and owed child support for a 10-year-old daughter.; 11:59 a.m.

Senator loses 15-pound tumor: Jacobsen's wife, Betty, said Tuesday the tumor was benign and the 74-year-old senator is "get along fine."; 11:59 a.m.

LVCVA to cover pageant losses: The Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority voted Tuesday to cover the loss by adding it to LVE's request for $2.6 million for the year ending June 30, 1997.; 11:59 a.m.

NLV calls post office announcement a misunderstanding: "It was a big misunderstanding," North Las Vegas City Manager Linda Hinson said Tuesday, announcing she would send out a retraction to the premature announcement of a post office at Craig Road and Simmons Street.; 11:59 a.m.

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