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Columnist Susan Snyder: Nursing home care is cause for concern
A small bruise had emerged on her hand. A hand rumpled and rendered useless by a stroke. The stroke has stolen so much from her -- walking, speaking, the ability to relax her fingers. It's what put her in a Las Vegas Valley nursing home three years ago.
Columnist Jeff German: What was Del Papa thinking?
At what point does a law enforcement agency decide to look into allegations of wrongdoing by a public servant?
Bosch Spark Plug Lineup
2. (11) Christian Fittipaldi, Ford Lola, 19.306, 176.401.
Where I Stand -- Mike O'Callaghan: Protecting Old Glory
In keeping with the belief of most members of the press, the morning newspaper praised Bryan's new-found constitutional religion in an editorial. Here at the Sun our own Brian Greenspun in this column space also agreed with Bryan's vote, as does our editorial page editor Mike Campbell and several of my other colleagues. They, like Bryan, have the right to oppose the proposed constitutional amendment. Unlike the senator, they have all been consistent in their beliefs over the years.
Goody's 500 Results
2. (5) Jeff Burton, Ford, 500, $91,150.
Editorial: Erecting a faulty policy
It is believed that as many as half the builders in the area require buyers to sign the no-lawsuit clause. These builders contend the clause is necessary because of increasing litigation costs. But this begs the question of whether the contracts are fair to the buyer. After all, every industry could claim that lawsuits drive up costs and they should be exempted as well.
Editorial: Drug benefits may be on the horizon
Editorial: Drug benefits may be on the horizon
Martin steals one in winning Goody's 500
Hank Kurz Jr.
Martin, a non-factor as Rusty Wallace dominated the first 436 laps, went ahead for the first time when he stayed on the track during a caution with 64 laps to go. He never let teammate Jeff Burton get close during the run to the finish.
Bear-crossing signs go up at Tahoe after tragedy
NDOT took the action at the request of Gail Turle of nearby Glenbrook, who thought the signs would make motorists slow down a little in the known bear-crossing area.
New Latter-Day Saints temple open to public - briefly
The temple earned rave reviews from invited guests who took part in special preview tours Thursday and Friday.
Letter: Disability issue matters to locals
Even the remodeling that is necessary to accommodate disabled individuals in all seating areas couldn't be that expensive. We are offended by the notion that disabled individuals can't afford "Gucci" row seats. Whether any particular individual can afford those seats is not the point. As was the case with my son, he was a guest, and guests might be invited by a person who "can afford" those seats. What if a scholarship donor became disabled? Would the manager then put the seat up for sale to a "fit" person?
Columnist Kate Maddox: O'Hara hopes to stage 'Drood'
Kate Maddox
O'Hara, acting as creative producer, is teamed up with Dan Florio and Broadway producer Ron Dante. The group wants to see "Drood" find a home here, preferably at the Mandalay Bay theater.
Q&A: Show & Teller
By Jerry Fink
Penn & Teller have been performing their edgy routines (which sometimes include maggots and cockroaches) for more than 25 years, on the streets in the early years and now for audiences around the world.
Columnist Sandra Thompson: Doctor authors Child's Bill of Rights
Sandra Thompson
Having treated his share of children with fetal drug and alcohol syndrome, the Reno physician started thinking, "What rights do they have?"
Bernstein leads Top Fuel qualifying
Bernstein had a quarter-mile run Friday of 4.630 seconds at 314.09 mph.
Father fights for son's dignity
Martin Kuz
Ted Binion. Dan Chandler.
Columnist Jon Ralston: Up the creek with the Culinary
Gondolier Numero Uno Sheldon Adelson has been up the political canal without a paddle for some time. Having brandished his oar to poke holes in his own gondola, the Venetian's top doge has found few politicians willing to go for a ride.
Tsunami threat to Tahoe analyzed by seismologists
A major temblor similar to ones that have rocked Tahoe about once every 1,500 years would create a huge wave known as a tsunami, followed by other waves, they say.
Letter: Emotions are running high over census tally
We tend to stand on principles, and in some case emotions, when it is presented in that fashion. The participation rate would be much higher today for the census if all households received the long form and it was "optional" to complete a set of supplemental questions. More Americans would have completed the additional questions, which are now being disdained by not only prominent politicians, but also by numerous citizens. Americans like choices, not laws that some feel invade privacy.
Upscale community battles hotel
Adrienne Packer
It was an era longtime residents sentimentally refer to as "Old Vegas." Most gangsters had ties to casinos, and the Desert Inn was former bootlegger Moe Dalitz's turf.
Testimony in Edwards trial expected to resume Monday
Natalie Gott
Prosecutor Todd Greenberg said Sunday that attorneys will meet before jurors arrive Monday to work out any details relating to defendant Bobby Johnson. U.S. District Judge Frank Polozola had planned to discuss the issue with attorneys over the weekend but apparently changed his mind, Greenberg said.
Silver Bullet Results
2. (9) Brian Tyler, 98, $9,098.
Study indicates casinos draw tourist dollars in Oregon
Elsewhere, spending grew 5 percent.
McComb man arrested for allegedly writing bogus checks at casinos
The 48-year-old man is also known as Robert Sones Brock Jr., police said.
Storey County schools superintendent chosen
He was one of three finalists, 10 semi-finalists and 56 candidates for the post. His salary range was set at $75,000 to $80,000.

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