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Archive for January 9, 2000

Editorial: Meddling claims stir a reaction: But some members of the Nevada Board of Regents, which oversees this state's university system, were stung by Harter's apparent criticism of their behavior. Harter reportedly told University of South Florida recruiters that the Nevada ...; 9:53 a.m.

Editorial: Ensuring roadways are safe for public: In the past two years Nevada Highway Patrol troopers have removed 11 Silver State trucks from service because they failed roadside inspections, including five vehicles for brake violations. Some Silver State employees and union members ...; 9:52 a.m.

Columnist Sandra Thompson: Battle against domestic violence heightens: Sandra Thompson; "Domestic violence" is a sanitized term that doesn't accurately convey the deep-rooted fears or lasting wounds of its victims.; 9:52 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Mike O'Callaghan: Searching for a winner: The failed search for a new superintendent of the Clark County School District shouldn't come as a shock. It was only 14 months ago that the Cleveland Plain Dealer newspaper carried a story about that ...; 9:51 a.m.

Letter: Dole's endorsement is politics as usual: RAY HARBERT; 9:49 a.m.

Letter: No 'bang' in local New Year's party: SUSAN FONG; 9:49 a.m.

Letter: New Year's visitor feels he was cheated: The lack of fireworks was bad enough, but couldn't some effort have been made to give us visitors who didn't buy the thousand-dollar show tickets something to see? How much effort would it have taken, ...; 9:48 a.m.

Letter: Same-sex marriages amendment would not harm churches: MELISSA HALL Southern Nevada coordinator, Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada; 9:48 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Rhetoric grows as Binion trial nears: Time to raise the stakes in the Ted Binion murder case.; 9:47 a.m.

Reno journalist ailing in London: Since 1957, Melton has held various positions, including editor and publisher, with the local newspaper. He has written his thrice-weekly column for more than 20 years.; 9:11 a.m.

Las Vegas one of the "Best" in business: "I'm not surprised," said Kirk V. Clausen, a member of the Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada's board.; 8:58 a.m.

Gaming tax: Onerous or overdue?: Tax rates for some casinos around the country; 8:56 a.m.

Feds slam phone scams: Kim Smith; June used to look forward to the phone calls. Friendly people who called all the time, asking for her help. Asking for money.; 8:53 a.m.

Best or worst?: Southern Nevada was the best of places or the worst of places to be last year depending on who is doing the studying, ranking or rating.; 8:52 a.m.

'Second straw' to allow full share of water: A giant "second straw" will allow thirsty Las Vegas to start slurping up its full share of Colorado River water later this month, but even that healthy extra serving might not be enough to quench ...; 8:51 a.m.

Lassie Come-Home: "She seems like she has a wonderful temperament," Okumura said.; 8:47 a.m.

Say hey, Goulet: Kirk Baird; Born in Lawrence, Mass., in 1933, singer/actor Robert Goulet has been a permanent resident of Las Vegas since 1981, but his relationship with the city began in the early '60s. In fact, Goulet still recalls ...; 8:45 a.m.

Columnist Kate Maddox: Doves stunt angers stars and PETA: Kate Maddox; Maybe things didn't go off with a bang here on New Year's, but at least we aren't one of the cities getting lambasted by PETA -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals -- for ...; 8:45 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: New columnist says hello in roundabout way: Well, here we are.; 8:43 a.m.

Tahoe property owners sue regulatory agency: The lawsuit, which seeks unspecified damages, alleges the agency's system for rating the environmental sensitivity of vacant lots illegally robbed landowners of any ability to build on their land.; 8:42 a.m.

Head of national historic preservation group blasts Reno mayor: "Other cities are not only saving, but restoring and using buildings like the Mapes," Richard Moe said Saturday. "Only in Reno is such a significant building threatened.; 8:42 a.m.

Milken, entertainers own some of Washoe County's priciest homes: To build his retreat, Milken bought three homes on the beach and tore them down. His home features a slate roof, turrets and redwood planking for siding. The retreat also has a swimming pool and ...; 3:50 a.m.

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