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Archive for April 9, 2000

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.; 11:35 a.m.

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.; 10:58 a.m.

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.; 10:55 a.m.

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 ...; 10:48 a.m.

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.; 10:47 a.m.

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?"; 10:45 a.m.

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?; 10:43 a.m.

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 ...; 10:42 a.m.

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 ...; 10:37 a.m.

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 ...; 10:36 a.m.

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 ...; 10:36 a.m.

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 ...; 10:35 a.m.

Editorial: Drug benefits may be on the horizon: Editorial: Drug benefits may be on the horizon; 10:34 a.m.

Father fights for son's dignity: Martin Kuz; Ted Binion. Dan Chandler.; 10:10 a.m.

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.; 10:08 a.m.

Goody's 500 Results: 2. (5) Jeff Burton, Ford, 500, $91,150.; 3:51 a.m.

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 ...; 3:51 a.m.

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.; 3:47 a.m.

Silver Bullet Results: 2. (9) Brian Tyler, 98, $9,098.; 2:12 a.m.

Bosch Spark Plug Lineup: 2. (11) Christian Fittipaldi, Ford Lola, 19.306, 176.401.; 2:11 a.m.

Bernstein leads Top Fuel qualifying: Bernstein had a quarter-mile run Friday of 4.630 seconds at 314.09 mph.; 2:08 a.m.

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.; 1:56 a.m.

Study indicates casinos draw tourist dollars in Oregon: Elsewhere, spending grew 5 percent.; 1:56 a.m.

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.; 1:27 a.m.

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 ...; 1:25 a.m.

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