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Archive for December 8, 1998

Wynn's national political machine backed up by LV phone bank: Brett Pulley; The door to the room has a sign that reads "Telephone Operations." Inside, the workers poll voters on coming races, survey the nation on issues and make get-out-the-vote calls for candidates. "I'm going to read ...; 12:57 p.m.

Bellagio helps Nevada gaming win jump 11 percent in October: CARSON CITY -- Buoyed by the opening of the Bellagio hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip, statewide gaming revenues shot up 11 percent in October, the first double digit increase since December 1995.; 12:55 p.m.

NLV approves one hotel-casino, rejects another: Lisa Snedeker; The council followed the Planning Commission's earlier recommendation and unanimously approved a zone change request made by Howard Hughes Properties Inc. to further its plans to build the Lake Mead hotel-casino on the southwest corner ...; 12:53 p.m.

Becker seeks funds to re-acquire Arizona Charlie's: John Wilen; Icahn's Nybor LP will ask Nevada gaming regulators this month to approve an agreement that gives Becker 12 months to come up with financing to buy back the hotel-casino named after his famous ancestor.; 12:51 p.m.

LV Council approves casino near Stratosphere: Erin Neff; The Las Vegas City Council approved both the necessary zoning and a special-use permit for a proposed 322,226-square-foot hotel-casino on Las Vegas Boulevard amid concerns about the size of such a project on just a ...; 12:51 p.m.

Letter: Welfare should be abolished: Susan Fong Brattain; 12:40 p.m.

Letter: Von Tobel hit on sacred cow: In the 1997 Legislature Von Tobel was a freshman legislator and member of the minority party sitting on the Assembly Ways & Means Committee. From this position one would be hard pressed to believe she ...; 12:40 p.m.

Letter: Supposed shortage of nurses isn't what it seems: The only nursing shortage we face at the moment is an artificial one in some hospitals, created by administrators driven by profit considerations who are cutting staff to the bare bones. As a nurse who ...; 12:39 p.m.

Where I Stand -- Mike O'Callaghan: People in the news: Where I Stand -- Mike O'Callaghan: People in the news; 12:37 p.m.

Editorial: Visit yields a cautious optimism: Gov. Bob Miller gave Richardson information prepared by the state Nuclear Waste Projects Office demonstrating why Yucca Mountain should be disqualified from further consideration. As the Sun's Mary Manning reported Monday, Nevada's officials were cautiously ...; 12:35 p.m.

Editorial: Generic drug maker gets FTC's attention: One of two House members who called for an FTC probe earlier this year, Rep. Marion Berry, D-Ark., told the New York Times that drug price hikes hit the elderly the hardest. Berry, a former ...; 12:34 p.m.

City spending: Pre-approved a $200,000 estimate to "dewater" the Neonopolis parking structure.; 12:27 p.m.

Obituaries for Dec. 8, 1998: She is survived by her parents, Herwin and Jennifer Bacud, and one brother, Brendin Bacud, all of Las Vegas; and her grandparents, Alfredo and Josie Salud of Kauai, Hawaii, and Delfin and Flora Castillo of ...; 12:26 p.m.

Wednesday at Aqueduct: 1st race 6 fur 2YO Mdn Clm: 1 Twined (Espinoza) 115; 2 Tuneitout (Molina) 112; 3 Bring It Home (Diaz) 114; 4 Johnny (King) 119; 5 West Tech (Saune) 112; 6 Little Ghazi (Gryder) 119; ...; 12:23 p.m.

Wednesday at Golden Gate: 1st race 1-1/16 mi 3YO Mdn Clm: 1 Main Branch (Valdez) 113; 2 Brave Advocate (Sandoval) 118; 3 Regal Bob (Dieguez) 113; 4 Mr. Pete (RBaze) 118; 5 Key Reversal (Castro) 118; 6 Nowinedon'tpanic (Matias) ...; 12:23 p.m.

City news briefs: Three longtime Las Vegas volunteers who are rarely seen apart were each awarded December Citizen of the Month honors Monday by the City Council.; 12:22 p.m.

Number of homes to be bought because of sinking soil increased: Lisa Snedeker; More homeowners in the beleaguered Windsor Park can relocate by selling their sinking residences to the city, which now has the funds to purchase up to 20 homes a year.; 12:19 p.m.

Horseshoe Club appeals order to cash chips held by Stupak: In a copy of the appeal obtained by the Sun, the Horseshoe suggested Stupak's chips and those of others still waiting to be redeemed could be counterfeit.; 12:17 p.m.

Las Vegas news briefs: Metro Police are looking for three people seen running from parking lot after the shooting at the Woodbridge Inn apartments, 700 E. Flamingo Road.; 12:10 p.m.

Group seeks minority health care division for state: Art Nadler; Sen. Raymond Rawson, R-Las Vegas, has agreed to submit a bill draft to the Legislature to fund the office. Its main function would be to assume a leadership role in working with state and federal ...; 12:06 p.m.

Gates-ethics panel duel to take months: Adrienne Packer; County Commission chairwoman Yvonne Atkinson Gates took legal action against the ethics panel in October, arguing that its opinion on when elected officials should abstain from voting on issues involving friends is based on a ...; 12:05 p.m.

Sentencing due for woman who killed husband: Bill Gang; Questions about Linda Carbary's sanity after her conviction by a District Court jury resulted in District Judge Lee Gates sending her to the state mental facility at Lake's Crossing, near Sparks, for evaluation.; 12:05 p.m.

Supreme Court reinstates conviction in contract murder: LaPena was found guilty twice of contracting for the killing of Hilda Krause in 1974.; 12:04 p.m.

Community campaign seeks pardon for Hayes: Jace Radke; Since his from prison on Nov. 21, Hayes is working on getting back his right to vote.; 12:03 p.m.

More parks needed for eastern LV: Scott Reeder; Members of the County Commission and Clark County Planning Commission met Monday to hear ideas to better plan for the development of the Sunrise Manor area of Clark County.; 12:01 p.m.

EPA grant to help stir interest in development of armory site: Erin Neff; During a midday event at the old Las Vegas Armory, elected officials, schoolchildren and environmental activists joined together to welcome what many are calling another weapon in the effort to redevelop neighborhoods, which have fallen ...; 12:00 p.m.

Galloway, business owners call for delay on county sales-tax vote: One half of the countywide sales tax hike is intended to help pay the $192 million cost of lowering the railroad tracks through downtown Reno. The other half will be used for flood control and ...; 11:59 a.m.

Former Councilman Higginson named to audit oversight panel: Erin Neff; Scott Higginson, who represented Ward 4 from 1989 until his resignation in January 1995, was nominated to the committee by Mayor Jan Laverty Jones.; 11:58 a.m.

Metro officers cleared of allegations of involvement in prostitution ring: "As we suspected it would," said police spokesman Steve Meriwether.; 11:58 a.m.

Clark County begins recount: Adrienne Packer and Cy Ryan; The statewide recount was requested by Rep. John Ensign, who fell 402 votes shy of unseating U.S. Sen. Harry Reid on Nov. 3.; 11:56 a.m.

Real estate agency seeks power to resolve disputes: Martin Kuz; Division officials are asking lawmakers to establish a three-person enforcement committee through the real estate office to mediate association clashes. The committee, which would be comprised of a hearing officer and two homeowners, would present ...; 11:56 a.m.

Witness, defendant put in the same cell: Bill Gang; Lemons was in court a short time later showing District Judge Joseph Bonaventure the mark under his left eye that he said was the result of the head-butting he received from Vito Bruno.; 11:55 a.m.

Plan to handle growth met with mixed feelings: Scott Reeder; Those were the two points of view expressed Monday about a plan drafted to deal with growth issues in Southern Nevada.; 11:54 a.m.

Council votes for LV to join planning Board: Erin Neff; The 3-2 vote came after an hour of arguments citing dozens of reasons Las Vegas should not join the cities of Henderson, Boulder City, North Las Vegas and Clark County in the coalition.; 11:53 a.m.

County officials scolded in sex-harassment case: The allegation was brought to light last month by Deborah Stanton, a 38-year-old sign-maker in the Facilities Division of the General Services Department.; 11:50 a.m.

Sources say speedway on brink of being sold: By Brian Hilderbrand; 11:41 a.m.

Arizona abandons toll-route proposal for Hoover Dam bypass: However, the department now has reconsidered and will not include the proposal in its 1999 legislative agenda, said Jennifer Macdonald, the department's lobbyist.; 11:32 a.m.

Thomas Fired from GV hoops post: Spencer Patterson; After a two-week investigation into charges he misused funds, Green Valley High School officially stripped Larry Thomas of his boys basketball coaching duties on Monday.; 11:00 a.m.

Columnist Tim Graham: BCS picks sure leave foul smell: Tim Graham; The Bowl Championship Series was designed to help weed out injustice in college football's postseason. It was ratified by university presidents to appease the fans (by providing a national champ) while protecting their wallets (by ...; 10:59 a.m.

Columnist Ron Kantowski: Spanky and his gang made the wrong move: Witness Air Force's 20-13 victory over Brigham Young in Saturday's Western Athletic Conference championship game at Sam Boyd Stadium.; 10:57 a.m.

High court blocks third trial in 1974 murder-for-hire case: The Supreme Court had ordered Clark County District Judge Gene Porter to hold an evidentiary hearing on LaPena's claim of ineffective counsel at his second trial. The hearing in late 1995 ended with Porter ruling ...; 10:42 a.m.

Tuesday's Prep results -- Dec. 8: Bishop Gorman 63, Green Valley 51; 10:41 a.m.

Leavitt switches schools to follow dream: Spencer Patterson; In the wake of Bishop Gorman's decision to drop its wrestling program after the 1997-98 season, Leavitt, a sophomore at the time, suddenly went from the Gaels' best returning wrestler to a top-notch athlete without ...; 10:25 a.m.

Robinson picks up the reins at UNLV: Steve Guiremand; Robinson will hold his first team meeting today. He also will spend about 15 minutes interviewing each of the assistant coaches who were on Jeff Horton's staff, one or two of whom may be retained. ...; 10:22 a.m.

Face-off: Rasmussen makes comedy out of staring down bulls: Bill Bowman; The 30-year-old Rasmussen is working as the barrel man in his first National Finals Rodeo at the Thomas & Mack Center.; 10:21 a.m.

Bayno focuses on improving UNLV: Steve Carp; Like his own team.; 9:37 a.m.

Let's Make a Deal!: Every year, the Sun and its reporting staff are inundated with free stuff, such as hats, T-shirts, golf shirts, playing cards and humorous cummerbunds -- well, not humorous cummerbunds -- but lots of goodies nonetheless.; 9:32 a.m.

Columnist Scott Dickensheets: Hey, what's with the white stuff?: Scott Dickensheets; They were everywhere: on sidewalks and utility boxes, gathered in front yards -- probably discussing the weather like everyone else.; 9:30 a.m.

Internal probe clears officers in bribery allegations: The allegations appeared in a federal criminal complaint in October involving six men accused of trying to take over the outcall service in Las Vegas through extortion. Court documents alleged New York's Gambino crime family ...; 9:03 a.m.

Next is big winner at Billboard Awards: Garth Brooks and Celine Dion each picked up six awards during the ceremony at the MGM Grand Hotel Monday night.; 9:01 a.m.

Navy cuts back airspace withdrawal requests: Specifically, the Navy has scrapped the low-level air space plan because tactics changed to high-altitude attacks during the Persian Gulf war.; 9:00 a.m.

Another Washoe County twist in Ensign-Reid recount: Brendan Riley; A recount of 16 precincts produced little change in the outcome of the race between Democrat incumbent Harry Reid and his Republican challenger, Rep. John Ensign.; 8:59 a.m.

Another guilty plea in slot cheat ring: Bulgarino and his wife, Joan, 66, were arrested in June in connection with the case. Also arrested at that time were Dennis Nikrasch, 57, of Las Vegas and Ronnie McElveen, 60, of Louisiana.; 8:58 a.m.

Company cited for operating without a valid permit: Sierra Chemical was fined nearly $1 million for violations of safety regulations after the Jan. 7 explosion at Mustang that killed four workers.; 8:57 a.m.

Woman pleads to falsely obtaining money, gets probation: District Judge Michael Gibbons suspended a 1-6-year prison sentence in favor of a 5-year probation term that requires Loeo to repay $81,908 to victim Anthony Brusca.; 8:56 a.m.

Senator minority leader says she will act on Vegas growth: "You have issued a report I'm afraid I must say is a disappointment," Titus told the Southern Nevada Strategic Planning Authority during a public hearing Monday on its growth blueprint. "It's a missed opportunity. These ...; 8:56 a.m.

Highlights of October win report on Nevada casinos: -STATEWIDE: $748 million, up 11 percent.; 5:07 a.m.

Bellagio opening helps casinos post double-digit gain in win: Brendan Riley; The state Gaming Control Board reported the win Tuesday - noting the statewide percentage gain is the first double-digit increase since December 1995.; 5:07 a.m.

Panel: Elko police officer justified in shooting on bus: Officer Mike Smith shot the man in the head when he pushed the girl aside and lunged at him with the pen.; 5:06 a.m.

Ensign, Gibbons remain undecided about impeachment: Scott Sonner; Reps. John Ensign and Jim Gibbons both have been sharp critics of Clinton.; 5:06 a.m.

Wednesday at Hollywood: 1st race 5-1/2 fur 3YO&up F&M Mdn Clm: 1 Jaylin's Blend (Alferez) 120; 2 Gringo Spirit (Garcia) 120; 3 Starlight Stella (Gonzalez) 120; 4 Sunatra (Atkinson) 120; 5 Maestra Mia (Valdez) 113; 6 Miss Sway ...; 3:00 a.m.

UNLV linebacker earns national honor: Sunia, a redshirt, was the first freshman ever chosen as a team captain for UNLV and is the first freshman All-American in Rebel football history. He led this year's team in total tackles with 115, ...; 3:00 a.m.

Musicians topped charts at Billboard Music Awards: Lisa Ferguson; Madonna, who was scheduled to perform Monday night at the Billboard Music Awards, which were broadcast live from the MGM Grand, was a no-show.; 2:08 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's Hollywood selections: Starlight Stella - Showed life in last, tracked, got lead and gamely held close 2nd, faces weak field here, logical pick off most recent effort.; 1:12 a.m.

Brief: Defective construction alleged: Homeowners allege faulty construction has led to leaks, cracked drywall, water line breaks, plumbing stoppages and other problems.; 1:06 a.m.

Brief: American Pacific hires advisor: The Las Vegas-based specialty chemical company hired Wasserstein Perella & Co. to help it decide how to enhance shareholder value.; 1:06 a.m.

Brief: LVCVA puts lucrative contract out to bid: R&R Advertising has held the contract for 18 years and directors today rejected a motion that it be awarded again to R&R without competitive bidding.; 1:05 a.m.

Brief: Horseshoe Gaming hires Wagner: Wagner is a UNLV graduate with 33 years of gaming industry experience, including stints at the Dunes, Frontier, MGM Grand and Sands in Las Vegas.; 1:03 a.m.

Brief: Shareholder wins round against Jackpot: Jackpot has twice asked the Securities and Exchange Commission to let it exclude the proposal, citing the difficulty the company would face negotiating future mergers and acquisitions and conducting its general business if the terms ...; 1:03 a.m.

Brief: Mandalay Bay support work finished: Circus Circus Enterprises Inc. is building the $950 million resort on the Las Vegas Strip. Spokeswoman Sarah Ralston said the cost of installing and testing the 536 concrete-filled metal cylinder supports is less than $10 ...; 1:02 a.m.

Brief: Starwood sets date for restructuring vote: The plan would allow Starwood "to be able to continue to expand, diversify and improve its hotel portfolio while maintaining the trust's REIT status," the company said in a proxy statement filed with the Securities ...; 1:01 a.m.

Brief: Two-thirds of youth gambled in past year: The study found an estimated 4.1 percent of Oregon teens 17 and under are problem gamblers and that problem gambling is associated with tobacco, alcohol and drug use.; 1:01 a.m.

Brief: Casino delay hurts earnings: The White Plains, New York-based real estate investment trust, owner of the Sheraton and Westin hotel chains and Caesars casinos, said it now expects to post pro forma funds from operations of $1.40 a share. ...; 1:00 a.m.

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