Print edition for May 10, 2000

LV resort wins injunction against Internet casino: The order, issued April 25 by U.S. District Judge Johnnie Rawlinson, prohibits Bahamas-based Giordano Casinos and its owner Angelo Giordano from using the "Aladdin" name "in any domain names or on the Internet or on a webpage or in conjunction with or as the name of any Internet casino, pending trial in this matter."

Malone to make re-election bid official: Malone said he accomplished many of the goals he set when he was elected to the board in 1996.

Good meals found in 'Big Book of 30-Minute Dinners': When a cookbook gives the promise that meals can be made in 30 minutes, that's good news. And when it's Better Homes and Gardens "Big Book of 30-Minute Dinners" (Meredith Books, $24.95), the promise is certain to be kept.

Woman gets life term, and then some: Kim Smith; A woman accused of suffocating a drug-overdosed man, burning his body and then stealing his car was given both a life and a 15-year prison sentence Tuesday.

Drivers indicted in pair of crashes: Kim Smith; Two Las Vegas women accused of mowing down pedestrians in separate car accidents exactly one month apart were indicted by a Clark County grand jury Tuesday.

Nichols new interim chief: Valerie Miller; Jane Nichols received a unanimous vote Tuesday to become interim chancellor of the state's universities and colleges -- the first woman to hold the state's highest academic job.

Second carjacking suspect agrees to plea bargain: Kim Smith; The second of two people suspected of being involved in a deadly carjacking has struck a deal with prosecutors.

IBL box: Las Vegas-New Mexico: LAS VEGAS

NLV casino manager says sale not final: A group that recently assumed controlling interest of the Silver Club Hotel-Casino in Sparks has entered into an agreement to buy two small North Las Vegas casinos, the Reno Gazette-Journal reported.

Students face tuition hikes next two years: Valerie Miller; Students at the state's universities and community colleges are likely to pay 3.5 percent to 4 percent more for their classes in each of the next two years.

New college's plan for teacher program attacked: Valerie Miller; The mission statement and tuition for the proposed Nevada State College in Henderson received a nod from the university Board of Regents Tuesday, but not before the school took a few more jabs.

Green Valley wins zone golf title: Spencer Patterson; Gusty winds and unfamiliar surroundings couldn't derail the favorites at Tuesday's 4A Southern Zone Golf Championship at Henderson's Anthem Country Club.

McCabe withdraws Supreme Court appeal: Lyon County deputy district attorney Eileen Barnett said McCabe's withdrawal of appeal closes the case because another appeal can't be made.

Columnist Jon Ralston: Bush is whispering his sweet nothings: So George W. Bush loves Nevada, after all?

Editorial: Securing needs of children: The estranged parents moved to Nevada in 1996, and once again Stephen Ryder had to appear in court -- this time in Nevada -- regarding the delinquent payments. While Stephen Ryder repaid part of what he owed -- $3,450 -- it still was well below the total amount. Although Nevada state law requires someone's driver's license to be suspended if these payments are in arrears, District Judge Mike Griffin of Carson City would not suspend Stephen Ryder's license. Griffin believed that if he were to take away the man's driver's license it could hinder his ability to continue to work. ...

Savvy wine buy: Chardonnay '99: Max Jacobson; Spain wasn't really thought of much for red wine until the Galician variety called Albarino became hot in the past two years. Therefore, delicious chards such as this one, which gives good bang for the buck, have been largely overlooked. This wine isn't overly barrel fermented until all you taste is oak, but is rather mellow, a lean 12 percent alcohol. You'll probably taste notes of pear and apple, and the wine is light, elegant and ever so slightly scented with vanilla, as are so many Spanish wines.

Councilman to hold series of meetings for Hispanic community: The meetings will focus on safety for family and neighborhood, home maintenance, neighborhood cleanups and programs and assistance offered by the city.

Columnist Elizabeth Foyt: Chefs for Kids cooks up enjoyable evening: Elizabeth Foyt; Chefs for Kids, presented in fine Calypso style this year at Mandalay Bay, provided a most pleasurable evening. Opening with an elaborate cocktail party, this ninth annual fund-raiser benefits the children's nutritional outreach program of the Fraternity of Executive Chefs of Las Vegas.

Wells Fargo economist sees Vegas growth moderating: Phil Levine; Southern Nevada's economy will continue to flourish this year, despite a growing shortage of workers and slower growth in the number of tourists and residents.

Utah Shakespearean Festival earns Tony nod: The Tony is given annually for distinguished achievements in theater.

Letter: Reader has a unique Cuba perspective: This experience helped me to appreciate what I have and to be grateful to my mother for having the courage and the decisiveness 28 years ago to take her two small daughters out of the country. Leaving Cuba was hard for my mother, since she had to leave behind her father, her husband and her siblings, but she had to do what was best for her daughters. She never again saw her father, who died two years after we had left.

NCAA gambling bill due in June: Benjamin Grove; WASHINGTON -- Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., now plans to introduce a bill that would ban betting on college sports some time next month, officials say.

Community news briefs for May 10, 2000: Free skin cancer screenings are being offered 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at 3131 La Canada St., behind Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at MountainView Hospital Outpatient Service, 3100 N. Tenaya Way.

Dog track owners hope to begin simulcasting races by late this month: "We have submitted all the required elements and are waiting for approvals from the commission on track officials we have nominated," said W. Kip Keefer, executive manager for Camptown and Wichita Greyhound Park.

Letter: Article fair about eye procedure: P. MOORE

Dodge will run two-day test at LVMS: Dodge Motorsports' NASCAR Winston Cup development team, headed by veteran crew chief Ray Evernham, will hold a two-day test session at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in June.

Editorial: This odd couple is one for the ages: As the New York Times reported Tuesday, the two even met privately in the Oval Office to share political strategy on how to win passage of the China trade legislation. Aides to DeLay and Clinton, though, say the truce only extends to China. That's too bad.

Nevada casinos win $836.5 million in March: Brendan Riley; The state Gaming Control Board's report Wednesday on March wins by casinos around the state shows the clubs took in $836.5 million for an 11.9 percent gain over the same month a year earlier.

Columnist Jeff Haney: Wild Wild West unveils innovative baseball contest: Believe it or not, the biggest challenge faced by sports book directors this time of year is not deciding how high to set the total in a day game at Coors Field with Pete Harnisch and Brian Bohanon on the mound.

Guinn weighs new tax plan: "Whose responsibility is it?" Guinn said. "It's a policy decision we're talking about."

Letter: Gonzalez family should go home: In addition, we should not keep the Gonzalez family in the lap of luxury when our senior citizens are not able to get adequate medical care or pay for their prescriptions. Enough of this Gonzalez piffle. Let us start paying attention to our own country and not everybody else's. It's time to send them back and not to bring others from Cuba.

Unidentified legislator pays charge card debt: Malkiewich said he wouldn't reveal the identity of the legislator because the debt information is a private matter between the legislator and Diners Club.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Does NCAA have UNLV in its sights?: Dean Juipe; Lunch was on George Maloof and the conversation was as good as the meal.

Truckee and Reno fire departments to merge: In that motion, the board said the contract would be subject to ratification of a five-year labor contract by Truckee Meadows Fire Fighters Local 2487.

U.S. 95 widening to start earlier: CARSON CITY -- Work involved with widening U.S. 95 in Las Vegas will be speeded up because traffic congestion is increasing by the day, the state Transportation Board said Tuesday.

Receiver sorting out books at LV technology company: Grace Leong; Four shareholders of Instant Holographic Imaging Inc. of Las Vegas, accusing its president and co-founder Jeff Allen of gross mismanagement and illegally seizing majority control, won a court order to appoint a temporary receiver to preserve corporate assets and resolve disputes that grounded its operations.

Serious crime down in Nevada - with some exceptions: Brendan Riley; CARSON CITY - New FBI statistics show general declines in serious crime in major Nevada cities between 1998 and 1999 - although murders were up in Reno and rapes increased in Las Vegas and Henderson.

Lawsuit filed over 'Dr. Naughty' show: In a Clark County District Court suit, Robert Whealon alleged Dean Sterling doing business as Dr. Naughty and his wife, Mary Ellen, defrauded him of his agent's fee including 20 percent of gross Dr. Naughty receipts, tape sales, T-shirts, seminar sales and gate receipts.

MASH to open homeless clinic: The free clinic, at 1579 N. Main St., is expecting 10,000 patient visits this year. By providing services for day-to-day illnesses and conditions, the clinic is expected to reduce costs of emergency room treatments.

Pottery stores offer camaraderie and relaxation for everyday artists: Kimberley McGee; That's what many are finding at the five paint-your-own-pottery stores around the valley.

Silver Bandits advance with overtime win: The Silver Bandits captured the series 2-1. They advance to the IBL West finals, where they begin play Thursday night at the Thomas & Mack Center against St. Louis.

Sow some Wild Oats markets in Las Vegas: Max Jacobson; Wild Oats is a chain of markets that began humbly in Boulder, Colo. It has now swelled to 110 stores, two of which are here in Las Vegas. The rapid growth of this chain shouldn't come as a major surprise. This chain of natural food markets is, in part, a reflection of how we have recently changed as a society, with special regard for what we put in our bodies.

Reid adds millions to agriculture bill: A top priority is the elimination of cheatgrass from the basin. It's blamed for fueling many of last summer's disastrous fires, which blackened some 1.7 million acres in Nevada alone.

Marilyn Monroe dress subject of lawsuit: Magic & Movie Hall of Fame LP, which operated a memorabilia display at O'Sheas Casino that closed late last year, filed suit against Bill Mack, doing business as Erin Taylor Productions.

Top economist bullish on Reno-area economy: Scott Sonner; RENO, Nev. - With its continued population growth and new efforts to attract high-tech business, Washoe County should be an exception to a national slowdown in the economy expected this year, Wells Fargo's chief economist said Wednesday.

Son pleads guilty, father's prelim continues in Tahoe murder: By pleading guilty Tuesday in Douglas County District Court to charges of murder and kidnapping in the March 19 death of Krystal Steadman, Soria Jr. avoided the prospect of a death sentence.

Regents to present $1.14 billion budget to 2001 Legislature: The figure would represent a $195.4 million increase over the system's current two-year budget of $895 million.

Salisbury residents vote against casino: "I heard them loud and clear," said state Sen. James P. Jajuga, D-Methuen, who has been pressing for a bill to allow a three casinos statewide, including one in Salisbury. He said the vote has persuaded him to drop his support.

Kaufman & Broad, American West sued: Fourteen Whitney Ranch homeowners are seeking class action status against American West Development Inc., alleging defects in its 1,200-home development in Henderson.

Rhode Island Supreme Court considers constitutionality of Lottery Commission: David Rising; Attorneys for the General Assembly, and others, asked the Supreme Court on Tuesday to overturn a Superior Court ruling on the Rhode Island Lottery Commission. Judge Michael Silverstein ruled last year that the commission is unconstitutional because it makes decisions that are not approved by the House, Senate, or governor.

Dutiful jurors ready to determine fate of Murphy, Tabish: District Judge Joseph Bonaventure has set long work hours for the jury that will decide the fate of Sandy Murphy and Rick Tabish.

Florida Lottery workers, barred from playing own games, bet on Big Game: The Big Game is played in Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey and Virginia.

Bush's statement on Yucca gets mixed reviews: Mary Manning and Benjamin Grove; Leave it to science

Thursday's horse racing entries: Post Time 1:10 p.m.

Rouse Co. profit tops estimates: Net earnings for the Rouse Co., Columbia, Md., were $31.4 million or 40 cents, up from $28 million or 34 cents.

Local news briefs for May 10, 2000: The Metro Police officer who fired several shots at a car coming toward him Sunday night was identified this morning as Officer Darren Hecker.

Wildfire burns 60 acres in Carson Valley: Firefighters with as many as 13 engines contained the blaze before dusk despite erratic winds to 30 miles an hour. It's too early in the season for air tankers or helicopters to be in place, KOLO-TV reported.

Harter's contract extended: Valerie Miller; UNLV President Carol Harter's contract was extended three years by the university Board of Regents on Tuesday, but the decision was not without opposition.

Obituaries for May 10, 2000: Bernard M. Aldworth, 77, of Las Vegas died Monday in Las Vegas. He was born April 9, 1923, in Delaware. A resident for 41 years, he was a retired Army veteran.

Gunmen's 'scary' style worries Metro, NLV police: Keith Paul; Two armed robbers' "scary" style of store holdups has Metro Police concerned that future heists could turn deadly.

New Vegas B2B business exhibiting at Networld show: A dot-com company that will make its debut as a business-to-business search engine late next month is one of three Las Vegas companies exhibiting at Networld+Interop 2000.

Monorail backers say new study proves project is viable: The new study says that ridership projections for the monorail are "reasonable." The survey clears one major hurdle for the controversial project.

Columnist Muriel Stevens: A buying guide for Mother's Day: What to buy Mother? If you've been carefully listening, she's probably given some clues, but just in case you missed those subtle hints, here are some suggestions. Oh yes, if you heard Mom say, "I really need a new iron," do not buy her one for Mother's Day. Buy her something she wouldn't buy for herself:

Prep playoff results, schedules: 4A SUNRISE REGION TOURNAMENT

Las Vegas fire chief is a finalist for job: Erin Neff; Las Vegas Fire Chief Mario Trevino heads to Dallas this week, moving one step closer to a job heading the nation's fifth-largest fire department. Trevino is one of two finalists vying for the chief's job in Dallas. He will travel to Dallas Thursday and Friday for interviews.

Five hurt as car smashes through casino's doors: Keith Paul; A Mercedes-Benz crashed through the glass doors of the Aztec Inn this morning, smashing into a bank of slot machines, injuring five people -- one seriously -- and leaving the floor littered with glass shards and coins.

Gates mum on antitrust case in LV talk: Bill Gates received several love letters last week.

Gambling convention opens two-day run on coast: The summit is a trade exhibit, convention and continuing-education seminar.

LV insurer's profit hurt by Texas problems: Before special charges, net income was $5.1 million or 19 cents per share vs. $8 million or 30 cents in the year-ago quarter.

Guinn weighs new tax: CARSON CITY -- Unless local governments take on more responsibilities, the state may have to tax such services as dry cleaning and hair cuts to ward off future budget deficits, Gov. Kenny Guinn said Tuesday.

Parking garage prompts another setback: Erin Neff; Developers of the stalled Neonopolis project have asked the city of Las Vegas not to cash a $9 million letter of credit until even more proof is presented about the city's completion of the center's parking garage.

Study: Monorail may carry 52,500 a day: Adrienne Packer; After enduring months of bruising reports produced by opponents of a proposed monorail, consultants pushing the project cheerfully released a long-awaited study they believe proves their $600 million project is viable.

Rain slows Stars' charge: The contest was rescheduled for tonight at 6:05 as the first of two seven-inning games. However, weather forecasts call for a 60 percent chance of showers tonight with highs in the mid-50s.

Prosecutor to seek life for Jerry Lewis stalker: Deputy District Attorney Abbi Silver said that if Benson is convicted it will be his third felony conviction and she will ask the judge to deem that Benson is a habitual criminal, which carries a life prison term.

Las Vegas area fishing report: A boater reported to the Nevada Division of Wildlife that he has been catching stripers by trolling at the 40-foot level in Las Vegas Bay. Over the weekend Sand Island was the hot spot for stripers.

GOP presidential hopeful outlines stand on Nevada nuke dump issue: Brendan Riley; In a letter to GOP Gov. Kenny Guinn, Republican presidential candidate Bush said the nuclear waste dump's location should be determined by science not politics.

Lawmakers look for a quick path to a vote: Katherine Rizzo; "People's health has been compromised and lives have been lost," said Sen. George Voinovich, R-Ohio, lead sponsor of the legislation. "It is not only a responsibility of this government to provide for these individuals, it is a moral obligation."

IBL playoff glance: All Times PDT

Ralph Siraco's selections for Thursday's races at Hollywood Park: 1st Race -- Lycka - Draws outside post for the 7-panel sprint, Sorenson on Avila trainee, sitting on diploma. Corona With Lime - Enriquez aboard Harrington trainee, good post, should be in the mix. Value Play -- Seekin Treasure

Columnist Victoria Sun: Ladies Challenge Golf Tour to make local appearance: Victoria Sun; Following the progress of aspiring PGA Tour players has been fairly simple since the Buy.com Tour (formerly the Nike Tour) began in 1990.

Nevada slot win sets record: CARSON CITY -- Slot machine players lost a record $555.7 million in Nevada casinos in March as the industry enjoyed a banner month.

Feds sued over arsenic limit in drinking water: In 1996 Congress ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to revise the limit for arsenic in drinking water by January 2000. Last year scientific advisers concluded that the current standard allowing 50 drops in an Olympic-size swimming pool did not protect people drinking from 450 water systems nationwide.

UNLV's Manley honored: UNLV's Manley honored

UNLV signs 7 players for 2000 soccer squad: Signing with UNLV to play women's soccer in 2000 were Christy Alatorre, Maia Detmer, Rachael Buscovich, Erin Egerston, Heidi Hart, Tania Lee and Kelly Oshay.

Reid, Bryan back nuke compensation bill: Nevada Test Site workers are included in the legislation.

Celebrated case heads to jurors: Ted Binion was killed for "money, love, greed and lust," a prosecutor told a jury this morning.

Disbarment plan 'sour grapes': Las Vegas attorney Michael Schaefer says efforts to get him disbarred have been motivated "by sour grapes" from attorneys who opposed him in court and lost.

Tuberculosis case found at Las Vegas High School: Students at Las Vegas High School are being tested this week for tuberculosis in the wake of the recent discovery of an active case in one student.

Columnist Paula DelGiudice: Fishing heats up throughout area: Paula DelGiudice; Fishing has been picking up throughout Southern Nevada as water temperatures climb. Last week three boaters at Kirch Wildlife Management Area caught and released 14 largemouth bass from Adams-McGill Reservoir. On the same day anglers did well catching trout at Cold Springs Reservoir, also at the management area.