Print edition for April 12, 2000

Sparks sergeant turns self in on stalking accusations: Gentry, who denies the charges filed by a 17-year-old woman and a 23-year-old, was freed Tuesday afternoon after posting $5,000 bail.

Auto racing schedules, standings and race winners: Feb. 20 - Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Jarrett)

Tribal leaders check out video slots and other gadgets at Indian gaming trade show: "Full-scale gambling is always the goal, it's always something you strive for," Burris said. "If we reach that plateau, then we'll be one step ahead of everyone else. Most of the tribes have experience that and are willing to share their experiences."

Brothers started sporting goods store 62 years ago: "Mom just looked at us and said, The way you two guys are always fighting, you won't last 10 minutes," Chet Piazzo said.

Columnist Jon Ralston: State should do homework on tax study: IN ONE of two studies the Nevada State Education Association commissioned to make the case for a net profits tax on business, the most telling line is this: "Given the state's looming structural deficit, its strong dependence on a single industry (i.e gaming) that will face increased competition in the future, and the pressures on all state revenue bases imposed by Internet sales and increasingly mobile businesses, policymakers should use this time to return to many of the issues raised by the 1990 Urban Institute/Price Waterhouse study."

Watson, Kite are likely out of LV Senior event: Victoria Sun; For now, Senior PGA Tour rookie Tom Watson or Tom Kite won't be playing in the Las Vegas Senior Classic by TruGreen ChemLawn April 21-23 at the TPC Summerlin.

Officer says death scene filled with guns: Robert Macy; Michael Perkins showed the jury photos of Binion, clad in a half-open shirt and boxer shorts, lying on a mat in the den of his home.

Skyhawks provide the power for Van: Spencer Patterson; Though the No. 3 Skyhawks came into the game with a sparkling 14-2 overall record, their two losses came at the expense of the senior left-hander. In those defeats, the high-powered Silverado offense managed just seven combined runs.

FastBass trying to reel in NASCAR fans: Ralph D. Russo; JACKSON, Miss. - Step right up and get your Dale Earnhardt fish!

Indy racer Unser Jr. moving to Henderson: Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Al Unser Jr. said Tuesday that he will be moving from his lifelong home in Albuquerque, N.M. to Henderson "in the next month or two."

Obituaries for April 12, 2000: Eva Margary Byrne, 93, of Las Vegas died Friday in Las Vegas. She was born March 18, 1907, in Illinois. A resident for many years, she was a nurse.

Savvy wine buys: Chardonnay '98: Max Jacobson; This is one wine you won't find at any local supermarket. It is, in fact, one of the wine world's best-kept secrets. Several of our best restaurants, Spago to name one, pour it by the glass and are proud of it. Winemaker Layle Heron is a native of Denmark. She makes only Chardonnay and an equally well respected Merlot. Like most good Chardonnays, it is barrel aged. It is also a trifle tropical, fragrant but not overwhelmed by oak and has a nice fullness in the mouth.

Teacher who flew Nazi flag says she didn't do anything wrong: Scott Sonner; RENO, Nev. - A Reno middle school teacher said she agreed to stop flying a Nazi flag in her classroom out of respect for an upcoming Jewish holiday but still believes she was right to use the flag to spur learning about World War II.

Silver Bandits can't keep up with Slam: Victoria Sun; Las Vegas Silver Bandits interim head coach Barry Hecker embraced his new role with enthusiasm and excitement.

Resort launches image branding campaign: The campaign, which will account for about 10 percent of this year's advertising budget, is the MGM's first effort to promote its brand among Las Vegas visitors. Previously, the hotel focused on "tactical" advertising -- that is, promoting specific items such as rooms, gaming facilities or restaurants.

Can we have some cheese, please?: Max Jacobson; Las Vegas has several stores that stock good cheeses. But we have nothing to compare with the Cheese Shop, in Beverly Hills, or the Pasta Shop, in Oakland, where a wondrous variety of ripe cheeses great and small from all points around the globe await hungry cheese enthusiasts.

Competing coaches routinely rip Rebels when recruiting: Steve Addy; Facts are facts, after all. The NCAA has alleged a long list of violations by the UNLV program, the most serious of which could result in probation next year. Bradley selected Utah, saying he couldn't risk committing to the Rebels because of their uncertain future.

Financial consultant wins $1 million on Internet: His fiancee, Brenda Hurley, also hit the jackpot and will receive $200,000 for referring him to the site.

April in Paris gala honors individuals' good works: Links is an international service organization of nearly 10,000 women that is committed to educational, cultural and civic activities.

Dentist, agent accused in bribery scheme: "I think this is a sad day for the Internal Revenue Service enforcement program," said Assistant U.S. Attorney Ray Rukstele, who is prosecuting the case. "But before any cynics take any glee in the grand jury action today, I would ensure everyone that integrity is and continues to be the hallmark of the Internal Revenue Service."

Senate gives first-round approval to gambling bill: The legislation sponsored by Sen. James Mathewson, D-Sedalia, is similar to a gambling bill vetoed by Gov. Mel Carnahan last year over a provision that opponents said promoted gambling in kiddie arcades.

Letter: Save us from our protectors: Legislators may succeed in killing the goose that lays the golden egg, but who is going to butter their bread afterward? All this nonsense won't stop weaklings from spending the money, saved by not gambling in the liquor department of a convenience store.

Division of Gaming investigator fired: The 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office was considering whether criminal charges should be filed, officials said Tuesday.

Editorial: Quality sure isn't the norm: Aetna isn't the first insurer to recently change the way it is doing business. For instance, in November the nation's second largest insurer, UnitedHealth Group, announced it would no longer require doctors to get prior authorization to order tests and treatment. And while all of these moves are a step in the right direction, not all insurers are willing to improve the care they provide.

LV tour stop to offer $4.25 mil.: Victoria Sun; Las Vegas' PGA Tour stop received a huge boost thanks to a global electronics, software and systems company looking to increase its own brand recognition.

Ute recruits perk up backcourt: Steve Addy; UNLV's recruiting loss was Utah's gain, and the Utes are getting help where they need it most.

Council reconsiders TV station expansion: Erin Neff; Las Vegas City Hall will soon be expanding outward and upward.

Federal judge allows club to open again: The Forbidden Club is licensed as an erotic dance establishment and is not permitted to sell or have alcohol on its premises.

Audit points to charter school problems: Terry Webster; A Nevada Department of Education audit of the Odyssey Charter School cites record-keeping deficiencies and allegations that the school is not following its own charter.

Bicyclists upset over rumble strips being installed on state's highways: Bicyclists are protesting Nevada Department of Transportation efforts to put new rumble strips on roads and highways leading into the Las Vegas Valley.

Dye to transfer; shooting guard commits: Steve Addy; ROSTER REDUX

Mastodon bones found in Nevada valley: "The site has been - and is being - vandalized since we visited there," said Gary Bowyer, historical archaeologist with the BLM. "Some of the pieces have been removed."

Ralph Siraco's selections for Thursday's races at Santa Anita: 2nd Race -- Princess Candi - Draws good rail post for the mile outing, Pincay again on Spawr trainee, lasix to help. French Parfait - Gomez on young Canani runner, should go well here, might trip out. Value Play -- Buena

Editorial: They take a pass on tax pandering: But since this is an election year, there also is room for partisan mischief. A case in point was legislation by Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott, R-Miss., that would roll back a 1993 tax hike of 4.3 cents per gallon of gas. Lott and some other Republicans contended this would lessen the burden on Americans who are paying dramatically higher prices at the pump.

Bryan says Nevada workers to be included in compensation package: Bryan said the announcement ends decades of denial and secrecy by the U.S. government.

Developer balks at high cost of moving channel: Adrienne Packer; Rhodes Ranch representatives are mulling over their proposal to relocate a flood channel off their property after a Clark County appraisal report said the move would cost $1.4 million.

Columnist Elizabeth Foyt: Foundation dinner replete with dignitaries: Elizabeth Foyt; A true celebration of community, the UNLV Foundation Dinner 2000 was an extraordinary occasion unlike any other. Strictly an invitation-only affair, the guest list is comprised of those who have led our city and will shape its future, all while supporting the growth and development of UNLV.

Six-year-old lawsuit dismissed: In 1994, Lone Star Casino Corp. of Dublin, Ireland, sued Full House and major shareholder Allen Paulson in Mississippi state court, alleging the company breached a joint venture with Lone Star to acquire a barge for gaming purposes. Most of the counts were dismissed, but the Mississippi Court of Appeals ordered further proceedings on two counts in April 1998.

Customers reveal their lives while filing through a cashier's check-out line: Kimberley McGee; Grocery store clerks spend their days at work tallying grocery bills and also taking account of the customers who push their food-laden cart through the check-out stands on a regular basis.

Woman describes alleged attack: Keith Paul; Lynn Malloy sat in a witness chair Tuesday, closed her eyes and described how a man she didn't know attacked her in the parking lot of a store and how she fought him off.

Columnist Muriel Stevens: Pros, cons of online shopping: There's no question that shopping via the Internet is one of the coolest ways to buy, but I'm resisting.

Probe seeks motivation for troubled drug agent's death: He told the Reno Gazette-Journal in 1997 that the U.S. Attorney's Office in Tallahassee turned on him after he arranged the arrest of Claude Louis Duboc.

Sex offender pleads innocent to assaulting hospital patients: Roy Alan O'Guinn, 38, is scheduled to stand trial May 31 on felony charges of sexual assault on a victim 65 years or older and burglary and a gross misdemeanor of open or gross lewdness.

7,500 acres of federal land may be auctioned to private developers: Diana Sahagun; Now that boundaries have been drawn for the planned first phase of development, North Las Vegas Mayor Michael Montandon is nearing an agreement with the Bureau of Land Management for the auction of 1,700 acres to private developers.

Analyst names Station Casinos 'All-Star' of gaming industry: The rankings are based solely on cash flow returns on capital investment during 1999, which Coccimiglio calls "a strong indicator of how effectively a company is allocating the right capital in the various U.S. gaming markets." Two Station properties had notable returns in 1999 -- Boulder Station, with a 34 percent return on investment, and Palace Station, with a 32 percent return. Boulder Station's 34 percent return was the highest of any land-based casino in the study.

Asbestos workers vow to fight legislation to limit lawsuits: Angie Wagner; One man talks about his father-in-law drowning in fluid built up in his lungs. Another man recalls how his father's retirement was cut short because of his death.

Feds prepared to sign CAP agreement, attorney says: The Central Arizona Water Conservation Board approved the agreement last month with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.

Man pleads guilty to attempted murder of teens: Maynor Villanueva will spend the next four to 20 years in prison as a result of a plea bargain reached Wednesday.

Interfaith Center honors founders: Stacy J. Willis; From its conception 25 years ago the UNLV Interfaith Student Center has been about forging alliances between faiths.

Community news briefs for April 12, 2000: Community College of Southern Nevada is holding a free Fan Appreciation Day 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday on the Henderson campus, 700 College Drive for the college's first baseball game of the season -- a doubleheader against Pasadena City College, Calif.

Dinosaur bones found in valley: "The site has been - and is being - vandalized since we visited there," said Gary Bowyer, historical archaeologist with the BLM. "Some of the pieces have been removed."

Panel endorses extension of old-growth tree protection: "I think it's a valuable ordinance. I think it needs to be kept in place to protect what we've got," said Steve Chilton, the TRPA's chief of environmental compliance and an APC member.

Columnist Dean Juipe: City still apathetic toward IBL: Dean Juipe; The setting was such that the ushers could offer personalized service.

Letter: The time is now to support state college: There should be little doubt in most people's minds of the need for another institution of higher education either now or in the near future.

Mosley granted time to avert charge: CARSON CITY -- District Judge Donald Mosley has been granted a delay in answering a complaint against him that he gave favored treatment to people in cases when they supported him in a child custody battle.

Beckman backed to head civilian review board: The Clark County Commission will vote on the recommendation April 18, with the City Council scheduled to vote on her hiring April 19.

Columnist Jeff Haney: Spring training talk underscores baseball's hypocrisy: Count Major League Baseball among the guilty parties, because when it comes to gambling, baseball wants to play both sides against the middle.

Firm buying Ben & Jerry's, Slim-Fast Foods: The deal is valued at $326 million.

Judge worried about leaked poll results: District Judge Joseph Bonaventure today voiced concerns to defense attorneys in the Ted Binion murder trial over their release of poll results about the progress of the case.

Assault suspect pleads not guilty: Roy Alan O'Guinn, 38, pleaded not guilty Tuesday during an arraignment before District Judge Jeffrey Sobel to felony charges of sexual assault on a victim 65 years or older and burglary and a gross misdemeanor charge of open or gross lewdness.

U.S. to compensate nuke workers: Ailing Nevada Test Site workers are in line for a share of $400 million in federal compensation that the Clinton administration said today will be paid to those exposed to radiation while building the nation's nuclear weapons arsenal.

School shooter enters plea in another case: An 18-year-old man will spend the next four to 20 years in prison as a result of a plea bargain reached today in the shooting of two teenagers.

Vegas operators fight low-power radio plan: Las Vegas radio industry professionals say a Federal Communications Commission plan to offer low-power FM radio stations to community groups is doomed to failure and shouldn't be implemented.

Mountain West Conference recruits, by team: Omari Pearson, fr., F, 6-9, 215, Crispus Attucks Charter School (York, Pa.)

CCSN baseball team loses to Dixie College: CCSN baseball team loses to Dixie College

Real estate website offered: The Minneapolis-based company, which employs 40 people in its two Las Vegas offices, is touting the website -- dubbed HomeProfile.com -- as an electronic complement to its computerized title and escrow order forms.

GOP says Bush will back plan for Yucca: Benjamin Grove; WASHINGTON -- Republican leaders in Congress on Tuesday hinted that their hopes of passing a nuclear waste bill are riding on presidential hopeful George W. Bush, who has been mum on the issue so far.

Columnist Peter Benton: Exclusive new club among best in the Southwest: Peter Benton; Rightfully so, as everything about the 7,381-yard, par-72, 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Robert Trent Jones Jr. layout and facilities are first class.

IBL box: New Mexico-Las Vegas: NEW MEXICO (35-20)

Nevada Park official: More money needed: "Sometimes they pay a dollar, $5 or even occasionally $10, or more than the fee," Perock told the Legislature's Committee for the Fundamental Review of Base Budgets of State Agencies.

Rebels softball squad drops two games: Rebels softball squad drops two games

UNR graduate part of team that wins Pulitzer: Go is the sixth graduate from the UNR J-school to win a Pulitzer.

Local news briefs for April 12, 2000: Metro Police detectives are investigating the sexual assault of a 26-year-old maid at Mandalay Bay Monday afternoon.

Nurse says Murphy appeared 'theatrical': An experienced male nurse who saw Sandy Murphy at Valley Hospital the night of Ted Binion's death testified today that she appeared "overdramatic" when brought in by paramedics.

Arizona law firm allowed to use name in Nevada: Grace Leong; Phoenix-based law firm Lewis and Roca LLP won a preliminary injunction Tuesday that at least temporarily will allow the company to practice in Nevada using its deceased founding members' names, even though they weren't members of the Nevada Bar.

Carpentier hurt in LV fall; to miss next 2 CART races: The accident occurred in Carpentier's Summerlin home when the 28-year-old driver lost his balance while going up the stairs carrying a heavy suitcase. He fractured his wrist trying to cushion his fall.

Ford Credit unveils LV-area call center: Phil Levine; Bob Donoghue says Henderson is Ford country.

LV players win $1.24 million at L.A.-based Internet site: The Los Angeles-based site said Kopp picked six winning number on iwin.com's eXtremelotto free daily lottery game. His fiance was rewarded for referring him to the site, her mother was paid for referring her to the site.

Political notebook: The Reform Party of Nevada is raffling two guns as part of the group's fund-raising efforts for this fall's elections.

Miner dies in rig accident: Getchell General Manager Michael Winship said a helper left the drill rig where Coates was working to get water, and when he returned, he discovered Coates "caught up in the drill string."

Labor official proposes prevailing wage reforms: Prevailing wage laws require that construction workers on public works be paid the "prevailing wage" for the county. But Nevada's present regulations allow the wage paid to as few as 30 percent of workers to be deemed "prevailing."

Columnist Victoria Sun: New putter gets some positive spin: Victoria Sun; But after watching Las Vegan import Dalton McCrary's Airborne Overspin putter in action and listening to McCrary describe the simple but revolutionary design of the putter, it's hard not to believe that the putter will be magic in any golfer's hands.

Tuesday's prep results: Chaparral 8, Green Valley 7: The Cowboys scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh on a two-RBI grounder by Chris Hansen. Drew Stater went 3-for-4 with three RBIs for Chaparral.

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