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Archive for December 6, 2000

Terrible's waiting on permits: Terrible's waiting on permits; 11:46 a.m.

Battle plan on betting ban is sought: Jeff German and Cy Ryan; Casino industry leaders gathered today in a long-awaited summit to rally support in the battle against the NCAA's push to ban betting on college sports.; 11:17 a.m.

Internal DOE probe urged: Nevada Sen. Harry Reid plans to ask the Department of Energy's inspector general to investigate whether criminal laws were violated in the drafting of a report that recommends Yucca Mountain as the nation's high-level nuclear ...; 11:16 a.m.

Teachers win round for business tax petition: CARSON CITY -- The schoolteachers' union has won the opening round in the legal battle over its plan to impose a 4 percent business profits tax to raise anywhere from $200 million to $270 million ...; 11:16 a.m.

Education funds lost in charter school closure: The closure of the Techworld Charter School after just nine weeks of operation has cost the Clark County School District $315,000 in lost state funds to educate the 80 students who were displaced, local school ...; 11:15 a.m.

County manager survives year of pressure: Adrienne Packer; A meeting that many predicted would spell the end for Clark County Manager Dale Askew instead became a day of relief Tuesday for the top administrator, who has been under fire for more than a ...; 11:15 a.m.

Shooting scenes of war: Jace Radke; On the web; 11:15 a.m.

Edison Schools' chances slim: Terry Webster; If the nation's largest public school management firm comes to Clark County, it will live or die on its ability to raise student achievement, the firm's president said Tuesday.; 11:13 a.m.

County rethinks plan for clean air: Adrienne Packer and Launce Rake; When Clark County commissioners voted to withdraw a federally required air pollution plan Tuesday, they triggered an 18-month clock to resubmit a more thorough proposal to the Environmental Protection Agency.; 11:12 a.m.

Parents, not casinos, blamed for growth in gambling addiction among children: David Strow; If your child or grandchild is under 21, the thought that he or she could be addicted to gambling is probably one of the least of your worries.; 11:06 a.m.

Asbestos claims lead to manufacturer's bankruptcy: LANCASTER, Pa. -- Armstrong World Industries Inc., a major manufacturer of floor coverings and ceiling systems, said today it filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to resolve its asbestos-related liabilities.; 11:06 a.m.

LV firm expects record fiscal year: The news triggered a buying spree in Alliance's stock, which shot up more than 30 percent after the announcement.; 11:05 a.m.

Obituaries for December 6, 2000: Lena Marie Aspero; 11:04 a.m.

No decision yet, candidates say: And Guinn told the Sun this morning he has not yet decided who will chair the board, which is responsible for day-to-day regulation of the gaming industry in the state. Guinn said he won't name ...; 10:56 a.m.

Aladdin fires back at firm: Korte-Bellew & Associates Construction Co., which said its requests for payment were repeatedly ignored despite completing the project in three instead of the planned eight months, sued Aladdin Gaming in Clark County District Court to ...; 10:56 a.m.

Fitzgeralds in bankruptcy, three casinos being sold: Financial results; 10:55 a.m.

Supreme Court reverses verdict in toddler's death: CARSON CITY -- The Nevada Supreme Court Tuesday reversed the first-degree murder conviction of a Las Vegas day-care operator -- the third time in two days the court has overturned murder convictions because of faulty ...; 10:36 a.m.

Ward changes taint recall petitions: But as recall proponents Monday began verifying signatures on their many petitions against registered voter lists, they realized that about 1,000 people who signed don't live in Ward 1 anymore.; 10:35 a.m.

Court briefs for December 6, 2000: A 32-year-old Las Vegas man was sentenced to three to 10 years in prison Tuesday on a manslaughter charge.; 10:34 a.m.

Merger between IBL, ABA called off: Victoria Sun; The proposed merger between the International Basketball League and ABA 2000 was nullified Tuesday after the two leagues could not agree on several financial and other issues.; 10:34 a.m.

Local news briefs for December 6, 2000: The Henderson City Council on Tuesday rejected a proposed "high-end" development on 10 acres of largely undeveloped desert abutting a residential neighborhood along Horizon Ridge Parkway.; 10:33 a.m.

Columnist Ron Kantowski: Everybody is an all-star: Next to Oregon's home uniforms and Georgia firing its coach following a 7-4 season, the most ridiculous development in college football is all these superfluous all-star teams.; 10:33 a.m.

Boyd Stadium could be soccer venue if L.A. lands Olympics: Victoria Sun; If Los Angeles wins its bid to host the 2012 Summer Olympics, Las Vegas may benefit as well.; 10:30 a.m.

NFR notebook: Billy Etbauer on track for fourth title: Billy Etbauer of Edmond, Okla., continued his quest for his fourth saddle bronc world championship with a second-place finish in Tuesday's National Finals Rodeo fifth go-round at the Thomas & Mack.; 10:30 a.m.

Lajeunesse experiencing NFR deja vu: Lan Lajeunesse came into last year's National Finals Rodeo as a virtual unknown and left with the bareback riding world championship and the NFR average championship.; 10:29 a.m.

Billboard winners: Artist of the year: Destiny's Child.; 10:24 a.m.

Report: Sixth-largest pager company declares bankruptcy and closes: HACKENSACK, N.J. -- TSR Wireless, a pager service provider and retailer of wireless devices, has apparently declared bankruptcy and halted business, leaving 2.5 million subscribers in limbo and 1,700 people jobless.; 10:17 a.m.

County plans to reinstitute fees for pet owners: Adrienne Packer; Pet owners may again pay to license their prized ones, but a new satellite animal shelter would keep them closer to home when they stray under a plan Clark County unleashed Tuesday.; 10:16 a.m.

Jury votes guilty in mail-order snake case: Greg Tuttle; A Las Vegas man who mailed a rattlesnake in a flimsy cardboard box to an undercover agent in Pennsylvania could face two years in prison following his conviction Tuesday in federal court.; 10:15 a.m.

Ribbons a warning of DUI: Officers from the Nevada Highway Patrol and Metro Police were present at a ceremony that marked the 13th year of decorating the highway. State Sen. Jon Porter, R-Henderson, and Sandy Heverly of Stop DUI also ...; 10:11 a.m.

Savvy wine buy: Monterra '98 Syrah: Max Jacobson; To paraphrase what it says on this wine's label, just because Syrah is a hardy, easy-to-cultivate vine doesn't mean that it is easy to grow wine-worthy grapes. Syrah was brought to California by Rhone Rangers ...; 10:10 a.m.

Community news briefs for December 6, 2000: Seniors United's annual Christmas/Hanukkah party will be 1-3:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the West Flamingo Senior Center, 6225 W. Flamingo Road.; 10:09 a.m.

Elizabeth Foyt: Local developers host Soiree for Philharmonic: Kitty and Ron Boeddeker were hosts of a glorious night of musical entertainment in the rotunda at South Shore Golf Club, the newly opened membership club at Lake Las Vegas. Under the soaring dome guests ...; 10:08 a.m.

Columnist Muriel Stevens: Certificates certifiably rewarding: If you're one of those perfect types who shop for holiday gifts in August and have them wrapped and ready by September, this column is not for you. But if you're like the majority of ...; 10:07 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's selections for Thursday's races at Hollywood Park: 1st Race -- Aussie Girl - Training at Anita, draws good post for the route opener, Pedroza on Gaines horse. Tasket Basket - Draws just outside top pick, Gomez aboard Hess horse, a factor throughout. ...; 10:07 a.m.

Thursday's horse racing entries: Post Time 12:30 p.m.; 10:06 a.m.

Columnist Jon Ralston: There's a new sheriff in town these days: It hasn't been a good year for Southern Nevada cops, or actually ex-cops, in elective office.; 10:05 a.m.

Check out what's happening at Red Rock: The events are free, but reservations are required. Call 363-1922. All events begin at the visitor's center.; 10:04 a.m.

Editorial: Fed chairman's remarks promising: Meanwhile, George W. Bush and Dick Cheney recently have suggested that Bush's $1.3 trillion tax cut may be necessary to stimulate the economy, which has shown some signs of slowing from its record pace. Economic ...; 10:04 a.m.

Tuesday's prep results: GIRLS SOCCER; 10:03 a.m.

Editorial: Threats do merit response: DMV Director Richard Kirkland, who was supported by Gov. Kenny Guinn in adding the guards, noted that employees have been grabbed by the throat or threatened with death or other harm. Sen. Bill O'Donnell, R-Las ...; 10:03 a.m.

Letter: Kenny must face the music: Suddenly she became interested in the taxpayers' dollars, and she singled out Askew in the "interest" of Clark County taxpayers.; 10:03 a.m.

Letter: Poppy will pull W.'s strings: His ego was hurt and he is seeking his revenge on the country that did not re-elect him. He is doing this by foisting his magically competent son on the nation in the guise of ...; 10:02 a.m.

Brotherson's true grit is his greatest asset: Steve Addy; If Rebels coach Bill Bayno didn't bail on Danny Brotherson after the Maui Invitational, he sure isn't going to bail now.; 10:02 a.m.

Letter: Don't take away the privilege to cast ballot: There are a lot of people who feel like I do, and I feel sorry for those who live in Florida. Don't let this happen if at all possible, and you have any say-so.; 10:02 a.m.

Columnist Jeff Haney: Motivation can be key to bowl betting: It's a tried-and-true approach, but one that should continue to serve college football bowl bettors well: Determining which teams are highly motivated -- and which are not.; 10:02 a.m.

Columnist Paula DelGiudice: Nevada hunting figures to improve: Paula DelGiudice; The Nevada Division of Wildlife urges hunters not to put away their shotguns for the season just yet. The best hunting of the season may be yet to come.; 9:58 a.m.

2 HOT 2 Handle: Demand high for PlayStation2: Officials for Sony, manufacturer of one the holiday season's most popular holiday gift items, say 100,000 units are being shipped to North American retailers every week.; 9:57 a.m.

Eldorado's Trujillo resigns: Spencer Patterson; Coming off the most successful season in his tenure as head football coach, Eldorado High School's Ken Trujillo has resigned in order to spend more time with his family.; 9:56 a.m.

Columnist Victoria Sun: Former Rebel Anderson goes back to school: Victoria Sun; Former UNLV golfer Jeremy Anderson was back in the classroom Tuesday.; 9:54 a.m.

Las Vegas area fishing report: LAKE MEAD: Striped bass have taken to deep water and boaters are catching a small number of fish by dropping baits to depths of 80 feet or more. Some stripers continue to be caught near ...; 9:52 a.m.

No shortage of raw seafood in the desert: Max Jacobson; The quality and variety one encounters can be a real surprise.; 9:51 a.m.

California woman killed in automobile accident: Jessica Winter, a passenger in the van, was pronounced dead at the scene. Sanchez suffered serious injuries and was flown to the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City.; 4:57 a.m.

Bear League pleads innocent to illegal cub movement: Following Tuesday's brief hearing in Tahoe City, Bryant was booked by sheriff's deputies on misdemeanor charges of unlawful taking and possession of a wild animal and then released.; 4:56 a.m.

Isle of Capri files suit against city of Kimmswick: David Scott; In the suit filed Tuesday in Jefferson County Circuit Court, the Biloxi, Miss.-based company asked the court to bar Kimmswick from condemning or annexing the planned casino site. The suit charges that the city's efforts ...; 4:55 a.m.

Edwards to get new trial on some mail fraud counts: Melinda Deslatte; U.S. District Judge Frank Polozola threw out the mail fraud convictions - two against Edwards and his son Stephen and a third against co-defendant Bobby Johnson.; 4:55 a.m.

LV-based National Airlines in bankruptcy: National blamed the filing on escalating fuel prices. But it's been no secret that just one gaming company -- Harrah's Entertainment Inc. -- is a financial backer of National.; 4:43 a.m.

Baby boomers expected to fuel tourism growth: Martin Griffith; Glenn Schaeffer, president and chief financial officer of Mandalay Resort Group, stressed the importance of reaching the lucrative baby boom market at the 17th annual Governor's Conference on Travel and Tourism.; 3:37 a.m.

Accused Reno cop cleared in criminal investigation: A surveillance camera recorded the incident, in which Johnson allegedly choked Tijerina and directed racial slurs at him while he was strapped into a chair at the Eldorado Hotel & Casino.; 3:37 a.m.

Rural and mental health care issues to come before 2001 Legislature: Lisa Snedeker; "It's going to take money and people," said the committee chairwoman, Assemblywoman Ellen Koivisto, D-Las Vegas. "What we see is a situation that goes on and on and on and we finally respond when it ...; 3:36 a.m.

Billboard's top artists and songs honored: Artist of the year: Destiny's Child.; 3:28 a.m.

Sisqo of 'Thong Song' fame dominates Billboard Music Awards: Angie Wagner; Sisqo's hit "The Thong Song" led him to male artist of the year, new artist of the year and four other honors Tuesday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.; 3:27 a.m.

Gaming Board stands by rules allowing riverboat casinos to serve liquor until 4 a.m.: Martha Irvine; Their unanimous decision came despite pressure from the Joint Commission on Administrative Rules, a bipartisan group of state lawmakers, to have riverboats match the 2 a.m. closing time for bars.; 3:26 a.m.

Legislative auditor to examine New Orleans Harrah's books: Legislative Auditor Dan Kyle said he received a call from Gov. Mike Foster's office Monday asking "what it would take for me to go into Harrah's" to study its finances.; 3:25 a.m.

Ensign learns about Senate: Bart Jansen; Then an aide called his name and ushered him back to the meeting - in the direction whence he came.; 3:23 a.m.

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