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Archive for August 2, 2001

Changes in ethics procedure disputed: Diana Sahagun; Changes in the way the city of Las Vegas handles ethics complaints could unfairly benefit Michael Mack and Larry Brown, said an attorney whose client has lodged a complaint against the city councilmen.; 11:36 a.m.

Threat of teacher shortage may be over: George Ann Rice, assistant superintendent for personnel, said Wednesday the district has about 1,328 teachers line up for fall employment.; 11:31 a.m.

Dart days: Advocates seek ways to revive game's sagging popularity: Tourney; 11:31 a.m.

Councilman's death leads to feud over replacement: The death of popular Mesquite City Councilman Chuck Hackleman has led to a dispute over how he should be replaced on the council.; 11:28 a.m.

Bush picks Reno judge: Sen. John Ensign, R-Nev., recommended Hicks to fill one of two new positions included in a bill signed in 1999 by President Clinton.; 11:27 a.m.

Business briefs for August 2, 2001: WASHINGTON -- An appeals court refused today to reconsider its decision that Microsoft illegally mingled its Windows operating system and Internet browser, handing the software giant a setback in its four-year antitrust battle with the ...; 11:26 a.m.

Aladdin managers reassure employees about corporate news: David Strow; While confusion reigned over who is in control of the $1.2 billion Aladdin hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip, Aladdin's top executives tried to calm resort employees, saying little change should be expected in the ...; 11:25 a.m.

Dust could stall projects at Apex: Nobody lives there, and there are no previously identified environmental treasures.; 11:25 a.m.

Vegas casino companies deny throwing their weight around: Jason Straziuso; JACKSON, Miss. -- Two operators of Vicksburg casinos argued Wednesday before Mississippi's high court they didn't exert undo influence over regulators' consideration of a proposed gambling house along the Big Black River.; 11:24 a.m.

Regents might help fund State College in Henderson: CARSON CITY -- The State College in Henderson, whose private fundraising efforts are falling short of predictions, may get some help from the board of regents of the University and Community College System, which meets ...; 11:24 a.m.

Panel to review county operation: Adrienne Packer; A committee composed of six politically active members is being charged with streamlining county government.; 11:24 a.m.

Guinn seeks halt of Yucca work: Gov. Kenny Guinn has asked Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham to stop work at the proposed high-level nuclear waste repository at Yucca Mountain while an independent investigation is conducted into an alleged conflict of interest involving ...; 11:22 a.m.

Columnist Ron Kantowski: Reports on A's are way off base: An excited Oakland A's fan -- which is unbelievable in itself -- was on the telephone, asking what I thought about the reports that the A's had been sold and might be moving to Las ...; 11:14 a.m.

Locals take cautious approach in heat: Spencer Patterson; Coming just two weeks before the start of high school football practice in Southern Nevada, the death of NFL player Korey Stringer Wednesday served as yet another reminder of the constant threat of heat-related illnesses.; 11:13 a.m.

Columnist Paula DelGiudice: Hikes scheduled for full moon: Paula DelGiudice; Outdoors enthusiasts and night owls can take advantage of the full moon this weekend with some special activities on nearby public lands.; 11:12 a.m.

Swimming Hall of Fame considers relocating to Las Vegas area: Las Vegas is on a short list of cities under consideration to be the new home of the International Swimming Hall of Fame.; 11:12 a.m.

Hogs salivating at Rebel rematch: Ron Higgins; BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- It's not often you get such a quick rematch with the last opponent that left a bad taste in your mouth.; 11:11 a.m.

Las Vegas area fishing report: Over the weekend several boaters reported to the Nevada Division of Wildlife that they caught stripers in open water between Saddle Island and Black Island. The fish, which ranged from three to five pounds, were ...; 11:11 a.m.

Las Vegas feels squeeze from convention, trade show slowdown: Corporations and associations are tightening their belts for conventions and meetings in response to the slowing U.S. economy and Las Vegas is starting to feel the squeeze.; 11:11 a.m.

UNLV coaches take steps to avert heat-related illness: Steve Guiremand; Even before Wednesday morning's stunning death of Minnesota Vikings All-Pro offensive tackle Korey Stringer to heat stroke, UNLV head football coach John Robinson respected the frequent triple-digit summer heat of Las Vegas.; 11:07 a.m.

Auto racing schedules, winners and points standings: Feb. 18 - Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Michael Waltrip); 11:07 a.m.

'A simple no:' LV group, A's officials say team hasn't been sold: Steve Addy; Until further notice, local fans will still have to rely on the 51s for their pro baseball fix.; 11:06 a.m.

Southwest Airlines removing in-flight telephones: The change, which will occur over the next year, will save Southwest money on maintenance and reduce weight, therefore cutting fuel consumption. Besides the phones installed in the seatbacks of Southwest Boeing 737s, the system ...; 11:03 a.m.

Nevada claims adjusters sue over wages: Six claims adjusters in Farmers' Las Vegas and Washoe County offices, on behalf of a class of more than 100 Farmers' senior and special claims adjusters, sued the companies and Susan Bithell, Farmers' state executive ...; 11:02 a.m.

U.S. slowdown hurting demand for LV casinos: David Strow; The Las Vegas Strip is seeing a protracted downturn in room rates, a leading gaming analyst said today.; 10:59 a.m.

Hypnotist, sued by Venetian, sues customer: Grace Leong; Las Vegas hypnotist and financial adviser Marshall Sylver was accused by the Venetian hotel-casino of allegedly failing to pay $201,000 in gaming debts after a check he allegedly issued bounced.; 10:57 a.m.

Mack is back in City Council seat: Diana Sahagun; Las Vegas Councilman Michael Mack said the chair he occupies during City Council meetings will no longer be vacant.; 10:54 a.m.

Panel: Internet casinos seen as lucrative: Kevin Ferguson; Las Vegas casino operators could be better off launching Internet casinos instead of expanding with real casinos into newer markets if Nevada gaming regulators permit online gambling, a panel of industry analysts said Wednesday.; 10:53 a.m.

Another $80 million committed to casino expansion: The new expansion plan, which was approved Wednesday by the city's planning board, calls for an additional 28,000 square feet of casino space with 950 slot machines; a 19,500-square-foot grand lobby and entryway, expanded buffet ...; 10:52 a.m.

Casino chairman bought shares: Trump bought the shares, worth about $507,000, from July 16 to July 20, according to the Washington Service, which tracks trading by company insiders. Trump paid $1.96 to $1.99 a share, the service said. The ...; 10:51 a.m.

Ex-Colts QB to serve more time: Marion Superior Court Judge Grant Hawkins issued the sentence Wednesday despite a plea by Schlichter's mother that her son receive more rehabilitation for a gambling addiction instead of prison time.; 10:50 a.m.

Gilley's saloon sued over bull ride injury: Roger and Shelly Polillo, who attended dinner at Gilley's on Sep. 14, 1999, sued the hotel-casino, Gilley's and Brent Holden, the operator of its bull ride attraction, in Clark County District Court on Monday.; 10:49 a.m.

City to take longer look at work cards: Angela Soo; Although they say the rules about work cards need to be reformed, Las Vegas City Council members are not willing to entirely drop the process they say helps protect people from criminals.; 10:47 a.m.

News briefs for August 2, 2001: A March 25 trial date has been set for former Community College of Southern Nevada Associate Vice President Orlando Sandoval, who has been charged with the gross misdemeanor of unlawfully employing a relative.; 10:46 a.m.

Social workers protest probation in child-sex case: Kim Smith; One dozen state social workers watched in anger Wednesday as one of their former co-workers was sentenced to five years' probation for sexually abusing five emotionally handicapped children.; 10:32 a.m.

Sexual assault defendant testifies it was consensual: Erica Johnson; A Las Vegas man accused of drugging and sexually assaulting two women and videotaping the incidents said, under cross-examination Wednesday, he loved the alleged victims and thought the sex was consensual.; 10:31 a.m.

Venetian out of awards program: By Timothy Pratt; Amid opposition from the Culinary Union and some of its own board members, the Latin Chamber of Commerce has decided to cancel plans for holding its 13th annual awards banquet at the Venetian in September ...; 10:30 a.m.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: Alderman's Neon lights up Pro Stock record: The new Dodge Neon R/T wasted no time in making a splash in the NHRA Pro Stock category.; 10:23 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Ayala could be in for another close decision against Adams: Dean Juipe; Paulie Ayala has mastered the art of winning a close fight, which is timely in that he figures to have another one Saturday night.; 10:21 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's selections for Friday's races at Del Mar: 1st Race -- Paris Orbit -- Draws good inner post for mile opener, Desormeaux scales Hess trainee, jockey--trainer team is dangerous. Jaklin's Traveler -- Draws the wood here, Berrio aboard Avila trainee, like top pick ...; 10:19 a.m.

Reardon delivers for Western with 12 Ks: Spencer Patterson; Given a chance to extend his team's playoff run and his own American Legion career, Western's Paul Reardon left nothing to chance Wednesday night.; 10:19 a.m.

Friday's horse racing entries: Post Time 4 p.m.; 10:18 a.m.

Reid, Ensign seeking review of hazardous cargo shipments: Nevada's U.S. senators are calling attention to the dangers of shipping hazardous materials after the discovery of a damaged nuclear waste container on a truck en route to the Nevada Test Site.; 10:16 a.m.

Fight schedule: Friday; 10:02 a.m.

Stadium would be considered, but only for major-league club: Diana Sahagun; Though the Oakland A's-to-Las Vegas rumors were quickly quashed Wednesday, the city of Las Vegas offered a glimmer of hope for a potential major-league franchise.; 9:37 a.m.

Las Vegas sailors participate in premiere of 'Pearl Harbor' film: Dick Benoit; Two Las Vegas sailors pulled some interesting duty recently when their ship made port in Hawaii.; 9:33 a.m.

Community briefs for August 2, 2001: A fire station expected to open next month in North Las Vegas Wednesday was named in honor of a former firefighter who died of cancer a year ago.; 9:31 a.m.

$500,000 settlement OK'd for man shot by officer: Jace Radke; The North Las Vegas City Council has authorized its city attorney to offer a $500,000 settlement to a man shot by a SWAT officer last year.; 9:11 a.m.

Obituaries for August 2, 2001: Wanita B. Alldridge, 77, of Las Vegas died Friday in Las Vegas. She was born March 9, 1924, in Fort Worth, Texas. A resident for 39 years, she was a hospital housekeeper and was a ...; 9:10 a.m.

Complaints of abuse in nursing homes on the rise: CARSON CITY -- Complaints concerning abuse of elderly patients in Nevada nursing homes are on the rise, but state officials say the problem here is not as alarming as it is nationally.; 9:10 a.m.

Where I Stand--Mike O'Callaghan: Don't fear the homeless: WE FIND IT EASY TO CRITICIZE Mayor Oscar Goodman's view of the homeless, but not many people do understand their plight. The mayor's past record shows he does have concern for people who need help. ...; 8:51 a.m.

Letter: Central Valley would survive: All four California counties with unemployment higher than 11 percent are agricultural counties in the Central Valley. The labor is there for a decent wage and working conditions, and two counties have begun "resettlement" programs ...; 8:51 a.m.

Letter: Clinton-Bush gap almost comical: If the shrub's chief strategist (genius?) planned his speech on the same day as Clinton's speech in Harlem, he should immediately be relieved of duty. The contrast between the two is almost comical: Clinton is ...; 8:50 a.m.

Letter: Police chief, pharmacist deserve medals: Upon the disclosure, the chief of the North Las Vegas Police Department investigated the matter and terminated the police officer, apparently for obtaining multiple drug prescriptions from multiple physicians.; 8:50 a.m.

Editorial: Quicker detection is the key: It's not that uncommon for medical researchers to be frustrated by what triggers leukemia clusters or, for that matter, what causes many other life-threatening diseases. Getting an early start in investigating these diseases is critical, ...; 8:49 a.m.

Editorial: Nuke waste dump oversight is intact: Nevada Reps. Jim Gibbons, a Republican, and Shelley Berkley, a Democrat, lobbied their colleagues to oppose this measure. It worked this time, but the nuclear power industry won't meekly retreat. Rep. Joe Barton, R-Texas, who ...; 8:49 a.m.

Fouled language: Experts speak out about the effects of profanity's prevalence: Kirk Baird; It's not entirely true to say cursing has become cool. For many that's always been the case.; 8:33 a.m.

Columnist Joe Delaney: High prices may have led to show's demise: Joe Delaney; Show prices are determined by show-goers ... Show prices are made higher than necessary when hotels abdicate their responsibility to middlemen, require rental fees and resort to four-wall and two-wall deals ... Show-goers can close ...; 8:25 a.m.

Columnist Ruthe Deskin: Nevada is more than Clark County: Ruthe Deskin; Did someone say you can't go home again?; 8:25 a.m.

Regents to vote on Robinson as A.D.: Steve Guiremand; At the Aug. 16-17 State Board of Regents meeting in Reno, UNLV president Dr. Carol Harter will request board approval of the following measures:; 3:30 a.m.

Junqueira not upholding Ganassi tradition: Mike Harris; Bruno Junqueira's CART resume has one glaring omission after a half-season - no wins.; 3:28 a.m.

Gordon dives for privacy: Dick Brinster; Unlike most famous drivers, Jeff Gordon can pursue his favorite hobby in near solitude 125 feet under water.; 3:27 a.m.

Evernham trying to build dynasty: Mike Harris; INDIANAPOLIS - After Ray Evernham's cars dominated the NASCAR circuit for a few years, he looked around for an even bigger challenge.; 3:27 a.m.

NFL 2001 schedule: WEEK 1; 3:02 a.m.

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