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Archive for May 29, 2000

Two children found after wandering in rugged mountain area seven hours
Robert Macy
The boys, ages 5 and 7, were spotted by a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Search and Rescue helicopter about 7:30 p.m. They were reported missing about 12:30 p.m. Monday when they wandered away from a ...
11:16 a.m.
New museum, veteran's center, opens in Las Vegas
The council is an umbrella group formed 30 years ago that now includes 60 veterans clubs and organizations.
11:14 a.m.
Washoe County courts on track for more jury trials
"We are working so cooperatively that we can get a case to trial before it's a year old. Sometimes I'm trying cases that are only 7 to 9 months old.
11:14 a.m.
Washoe County asking state to end dual system of foster care
If these children and their families are not made a priority in revamping the state budget, "Its going to be a complete disaster for northern Nevada as well as the rest of Nevada," said Charles ...
11:13 a.m.
South Tahoe may endure summer without water restrictions
Over the past three years, contamination from methyl tertiary-butyl ether has forced the utility to shut down 12 of its 34 drinking water wells.
11:12 a.m.
World War II bombers visit Reno
"This brings reality," said Brian Parise, Wings of Freedom tour spokesman.
11:11 a.m.
Hollywood on pace for another record year
The question is whether the lower-profile lineup of movies this summer can collectively match last year's torrid pace. A record 12 movies released between May 1999 and early September hit $100 million, while the overall ...
9:55 a.m.
Kids still scream for ice cream trucks
It's Pavlovian. They first hear the song -- a simplified arrangement of "Turkey in the Straw" -- coming from the horn mounted on the front of the truck.
9:17 a.m.
Your donation can help needy and underprivileged kids go to camp
Considering that he receives limited academic help and support from his mother because she has a brain tumor, a "B" grade is exceptional for this little boy.
9:17 a.m.
Carson City planning commission to consider growth cap
If recommended, the Board of Supervisors would consider the matter at a July meeting.
9:15 a.m.
County Commissioners OK money for library expansion
Marguerite Kelnhofer, the library's manager, said the expansion is long overdue because of overcrowding.
9:14 a.m.
Judges push for bond sale to finance new courthouse
Judge Jim Hardesty acknowledged the price tag is steep, but said the investment makes a lot more sense than repairing the current courthouse and leasing office space.
9:13 a.m.
Father arrested after baby found in water-filled bathtub
The girl was pronounced dead at the scene.
9:12 a.m.
Three killed as small plane crashes near shopping center
Authorities said they had no reports of anyone on the ground being hurt.
9:11 a.m.
$5,000 reward offered after string of suspicious fires in Reno
Martin Griffith
Fire Battalion Chief Mitch Glazner said a blaze that destroyed a portion of Saint Mary's HealthFirst clinic in southeast Reno on late Saturday night was deliberately set.
9:09 a.m.
Hunters upset over proposed management changes at wildlife refuge
Martin Griffith
Clint Wells, president of the Nevada Waterfowl Association, said most hunters oppose a plan by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to restrict boating at the 163,021-acre refuge.
9:09 a.m.
Hancock County finds new tribal partner in effort to attract casinos
Still, Hancock County is undeterred. A gambling hall in Georgia could mean big money, considering the closest casinos are about 150 miles away in Cherokee, N.C., and 430 miles away in Tunica, Miss.
9:08 a.m.
Canoncito Navajo leader says casino will be built
"He said to put our concerns in writing, and we are completing a draft of that letter," Secatero said.
9:07 a.m.

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