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Columnist Susan Snyder: Refugees start anew in Vegas: The Bosanac family's apartment sits under McCarran International Airport's flight path.; 10:46 a.m.

Hawkins takes pride in project: Frank Hawkins could not say precisely how he spent $2.8 million in state money, but he doesn't expect it to bother Nevada lawmakers.; 10:44 a.m.

'Pork barrel' funds lack monitoring: CARSON CITY -- Millions of dollars flow into pet projects of Nevada legislators every two years, but the state does little, if anything, to see if the money is spent wisely or properly.; 10:44 a.m.

Editorial: There's no reason to fear facts: Once again O'Donnell, who for a decade now has advocated that the state roll over in its fight against the repository, has aired his head-in-the-sand approach to the specter of nuclear waste storage in Nevada. ...; 10:44 a.m.

Where I Stand: Don't stand by silently: Whether it was a governor in 1979 or our current governor, the call is the same. Step up and step out to fight for Nevada and do it now. I miss Hank all the time. ...; 10:43 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Bush no friend of Nevada: PRESIDENT-elect George W. Bush hasn't even taken office, but he already has demonstrated that he's no friend of Nevada.; 10:41 a.m.

Columnist Sandy Thompson: Focus support debate on child's needs: Sandy Thompson; QUESTION: What is the most important word in the phrase "child support payments"?; 10:40 a.m.

Letter: Just what were they thinking?: Gov. Kenny Guinn and fellow Republicans delivered the state to Bush as expected. It seems Nevada Republican politicians blow some kind of hot air about not wanting that nuclear waste ... but guess what ...; 10:37 a.m.

Letter: Approach to charity divides political parties: Now that we agree that both entities are equally generous, we need to decide which idea is the most efficient and equitable, and once again we come back to the sharp clashes between the parties. ...; 10:36 a.m.

Familiar faces, new challenges lie ahead: CARSON CITY -- The first Legislature of the new millennium will be filled with familiar faces and will tackle new challenges and some persistent problems.; 10:35 a.m.

Coming of age: If you've noticed you have a few gray hairs lately, you have a lot of company in Southern Nevada.; 10:34 a.m.

Determined Debbie: These days Debbie Reynolds should be singing "I Ain't Down Yet," from "The Unsinkable Molly Brown."; 10:31 a.m.

Columnist Jon Ralston: Governor at a policy crossroads: THREE SEEMINGLY unrelated news items this week reveal all too well the state of the state as it relates to the policy and political dilemmas facing Gov. Kenny Guinn and the Gang of 63:; 10:31 a.m.

Columnist Kate Maddox: 'City' schticks up for locals: Kate Maddox; Las Vegas entertainment hopefuls should benefit from the arrival of "The Second City" at the Flamingo Las Vegas in March. Not only will the show provide audience members with the chance to do a little ...; 10:30 a.m.

Sculptor hopes statue reveals King's soul: What: Martin Luther King Jr. statue unveiling ceremony and Martin Luther King Jr.Community Resource Center grand opening festivities.; 10:29 a.m.

St. Jude's volunteers help bring better days to troubled kids: Kris Hill; All those involved with St. Jude's Ranch in Boulder City know how to make the most of their limited resources, particularly the members of St. Jude's Women's Auxiliary.; 10:26 a.m.

City, governor ready for concessions, but is the Legislature?: But a tax cut deemed crucial to the casino's survival still faces rough going in the Legislature, particularly in the Senate.; 10:22 a.m.

Regulation needed for Internet gambling to succeed: Lisa Snedeker; Consistent regulatory standards, licensing and taxes are needed to make Internet gambling legitimate, industry analyst Marc Falcone, vice president of Bear Stearns, told those attending the two-day American Gaming Summit on Friday.; 10:19 a.m.

Former Argentine president, girlfriend to wed: Angie Wagner; The couple said they were aware of rumors that the two had wed in Las Vegas, but said they are planning something more traditional.; 10:18 a.m.

Airline to start service to Vegas in April: The airline recently announced it was adding six MD-80 aircraft to its current fleet of 13 Boeing 737's.; 10:16 a.m.

Skeleton discovered in desert: A woman brought Henderson police to the site Thursday after discovering the human skull on Wednesday.; 10:15 a.m.

Two brothers sentenced in death of 61-year-old woman: Daniel Cook, 20, got a 25-year sentence in addition to a two-to-five-year sentence. He will serve at least 12 years before parole becomes possible.; 10:14 a.m.

Clark County, Washoe County dropout rates decline: Washoe County's rate dropped from 7.3 percent in 1998 to 5.2 percent last year. The national rate is 5 percent.; 10:14 a.m.

Democratic senator, assemblywoman unveil plan for assisted seniors residence: Ken Ritter; U.S. Sen. Harry Reid and state Assemblywoman Barbara Buckley said Friday that with Nevada's population booming and residents growing older, there aren't enough affordable homes for those who've worked their whole lives but now need ...; 10:12 a.m.

Nevada's top ag official wants state interpreter for migrant workers: Scott Sonner; Paul Iverson, director of the Nevada Agriculture Department, signed an agreement to reimburse $3,000 in interpreting costs over the next nine months to a a nonprofit worker advocacy group, the Nevada Alliance for Workers' Rights.; 10:11 a.m.

Utah turns back Rebels 79-70: Steve Addy; SALT LAKE CITY -- UNLV's shooters went cold at the worst time Saturday.; 9:55 a.m.

UNLV-Utah Box Score: UNLV (10-6); 3:46 a.m.

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