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Archive for January 11, 1997

Legislators leap into cyberspace: Years from now, state historians may refer to the 1997 Nevada Legislature as the cybersession.; 11:59 a.m.

'97 Legislature expected to last 6 months, cost $10 million: CARSON CITY -- The Nevada Legislature opens its 69th session Jan. 20 with an ambitious agenda that will keep lawmakers busy working to improve education, manage the state's rapid growth and develop a plan to ...; 11:59 a.m.

Where I Stand: Vegas loses two who kept the valley's history: When I learned of the recent deaths of longtime Las Vegans Willow Morrical and Norm Jansen, it struck me that not only would these very warm and colorful people be missed by the thousands of ...; 11:59 a.m.

Stratosphere vacation packages won't be honored: "If Bob and Stratosphere are able to make adequate arrangements, then Stratosphere will again be able to provide its facility for your use," the letter reads. "We are sorry to have to inform you of ...; 11:59 a.m.

Columnist Bill Hanlon: No method replaces work, study: Bill Hanlon; We might learn a lesson from former first lady Nancy Reagan. Remember a few years ago, when she was being roundly criticized for her beliefs on how to stem the use of drugs? Her response ...; 11:59 a.m.

New snag for Whittell Mansion buyout plan: But Gauldin added Babbitt "decided he would prefer to continue to work with the Nevada congressional delegation on (federal) land sale legislation that they have proposed."; 11:59 a.m.

Some of 1997's requested bills: --Death penalty for drug traffickers.; 11:59 a.m.

Editorial: Bold steps needed on growth: Every month, up to 6,000 people are moving to Las Vegas, the fastest-growing metro area in America. They're coming for the jobs and good weather -- and who can blame them? Most of us came ...; 11:59 a.m.

Missing woman's body found in bedroom trunk: A missing person report was filed Tuesday on the woman, whose name wasn't released pending notification of relatives, and George C. Hoover III, 38.; 11:59 a.m.

Growth woes mount in LV: Larry Henry; On West Sahara Avenue, near a neighborhood bar and casino named Big Dog's, signs have been posted announcing that the Tiburon subdivision is on its way.; 11:59 a.m.

State, Mirage sign agreement on Atlantic City tunnel project: Mirage Resorts has said the tunnel and highway were essential for its plan to build a $750 million, 2,000-room casino resort in the marina district. The site is now served by U.S. Route 30. Mirage ...; 11:59 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Meyer has unique insight to NFL coaching jobs: Dean Juipe; It's simply too demanding, too obviously specialized. Football coaches may be second-guessed, but they're rarely envied.; 11:59 a.m.

Rained-out repair job condemns Jackpot Elementary: Both the Jackpot and Carlin schools were to have received new roofs.; 11:59 a.m.

A look at the 1997 Legislature: Assembly: 25 Democrats, 17 Republicans.; 11:59 a.m.

Bureau of Land Management accuses Navy of misusing land: But Navy spokesman Lt. Greg Hicks said Singlaub's comments were not being ignored and that the flights are being "redesigned" as a result of Singlaub's conversation with Smith.; 11:59 a.m.

Chipmunks show signs of potentially lethal virus: Maxson still advises outdoor lovers to exercise caution.; 11:59 a.m.

Ex-security guard charged with murder in daughter's death: "This was a child abuse situation with a 2-month-old with extreme injuries that far exceeded any explanation that was given," said Sandie Durgin, supervisor in the Metropolitan Police Department's Crimes Against Youth and Family section.; 11:59 a.m.

Former tourism agency chief pays for TV to clear name: Milligan said he received the 40-inch TV set as payment for doing some consulting work for the company while head of the Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority.; 11:59 a.m.

SUN plans extensive coverage on issues of growth: When problems outweigh benefits, a city reaches the point of diminishing returns. It happened 30 years ago to Los Angeles and San Francisco, and now it's spreading, like the flash floods that recently swamped the ...; 11:59 a.m.

Federal Department of Transportation hands out funds: The Federal Highway Administration Emergency Relief program made the money available after emergency proclamations were issued and each state filed preliminary damage assessments.; 11:59 a.m.

Friends: Man disappears trying to save photos of late fiancee: "I'd like to think I'm wrong (about his death), but there's no other plausible reason for his disappearance," said friend Ken Cady.; 11:59 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Expect action on Frontier spy charges: The State Gaming Control Board is stepping up its investigation, coordinating efforts with the FBI, which is hot on the case.; 11:59 a.m.

Attorney general's investigation halts investment scheme: Corporate officers James Ivy Dean, Anthony Burton and Sanford Campbell, all Dana Point, Calif., residents, were also named in the suit.; 11:59 a.m.

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