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Archive for July 24, 2001

LV gaining long-haul flight from the East: Vegas airline numbers; 11:09 a.m.

High-end casino action strong: David Strow; MGM MIRAGE, continuing to defy fears of a slowdown in the Las Vegas gambling industry, today reported a substantial jump in earnings for the second quarter of 2001.; 11:06 a.m.

Vegas casino operators considering a bet on legalized gambling in Macau, Britain: David Strow; In most respects, the Chinese coastal city of Macau and the United Kingdom are about as different as two areas of the globe can get.; 11:06 a.m.

Teen eludes charges, then gunned down: Keith Paul; In the span of eight months Vernon Craft was accused of a gang-related drive-by shooting and a gang-related murder. Both times the charges were dismissed after the evidence didn't pan out or a victim recanted.; 11:03 a.m.

Sidewalk protections: Adult-ad distributors say ruling will aid business on Strip: An outcall-service operator believes a new federal appellate court ruling gives him fresh ammunition to distribute nude-dancing advertisements on sidewalks that Strip resorts deem private property.; 10:59 a.m.

15,000-20,000 jobs to be cut: The announcement today came as the embattled telecommunications maker posted a fiscal third-quarter loss of $3.25 billion, far wider than expectations.; 10:56 a.m.

Columnist Ron Kantowski: Rebels' Thomas gets high grade from guru: In that I've never studied yoga, practiced transcendental meditation or pored over the NFL draft selections, I've never had much use for gurus. But in that Mel Kiper has a steady gig on ESPN and ...; 10:55 a.m.

Vegas air conditioning firm expands with deal: Both companies are privately held. Terms were not disclosed.; 10:55 a.m.

Moody's posts ratings on casino company bonds: The New York-based financial rating company also confirmed ratings on five other bond notes, including a $500 million senior secured revolving credit line. Ba1 ratings were confirmed on the revolving line, and on two $100 ...; 10:53 a.m.

Mayors, critics argue over Chicago-area casino: "They're sending a message to pass the deal and give us the money," the Rev. Tom Grey, a gambling critic, said as the Illinois Senate Executive Committee's gambling subcommittee went into session.; 10:53 a.m.

Competition, energy costs hurt Vegas Riviera profits: Cash flow of $10.6 million was up 6.5 percent and included $2.8 million from Riviera Black Hawk in Colorado. That property's cash flow was up 11 percent from the first quarter of this year.; 10:53 a.m.

Dispute over loan threatens bailout of Vegas casino hotel: Grace Leong; Vacation Village's plans to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and to become a Holiday Inn franchise are in question over a dispute over a bailout loan for the small Las Vegas strip hotel-casino.; 10:52 a.m.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: LV's Gaughan comes on strong in Winston West: After winning two races and finishing in the top 10 in 11 of his 12 starts en route to winning the NASCAR Winston West Series championship a year ago, Las Vegas native Brendan Gaughan set ...; 10:48 a.m.

Lineup stumbles as crowd grumbles: Steve Addy; Another awful outing by starter Eddie Priest put the 51s in a 5-0 hole in the first inning, and they never recovered despite five homers. Priest has allowed 21 runs (17 earned) in his last ...; 10:46 a.m.

Bob Hubbard to host youth hoops camp: Bob Hubbard to host youth hoops camp; 10:45 a.m.

University building bids get closer look from state: CARSON CITY -- State Budget Director Perry Comeaux says the state is going to scrutinize the design of university buildings to save money.; 10:45 a.m.

Libonati to take over as interim director: Libonati, a former UNLV football player, will serve as interim director while UNLV conducts a national search to replace Pat Christenson, who resigned earlier this month to become president of Las Vegas Events.; 10:45 a.m.

Judge: Abuse allegations won't affect youths' cases: Kim Smith; A Family Court judge told attorneys representing a group of boys accused of rioting at a juvenile prison that she doesn't believe allegations of sex and drug abuse at the facility should affect how she ...; 10:45 a.m.

Green Valley's Dittler signs with Indians: Dittler, a 6-3 right-handed pitcher, went 5-2 with two saves, a 2.44 ERA and 49 strikeouts and 11 walks in 43 innings last spring, helping the Gators to the 4A state championship. The Indians took ...; 10:45 a.m.

No messin': Army chow of yesteryear replaced by culinary delights: Mixed Pickle Salad; 10:44 a.m.

It's a boy, announces LV's Agassi, Graf: Agassi, number one in the ATP Champions Race, is in Los Angeles to compete in the Mercedes Benz Cup.; 10:44 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Trial proves Atlanta is no Las Vegas: Dean Juipe; If it had happened in Las Vegas, no one would have given it a second thought.; 10:42 a.m.

Big Time Tournament sites: Big Time Tournament sites; 10:41 a.m.

McDonald's case called ethics guide: Diana Sahagun; A written opinion by the Nevada Ethics Commission on a case involving Las Vegas City Councilman Michael McDonald will serve as a reference guide for public officials facing similar situations.; 10:40 a.m.

Former inmate sues over AIDS medication: Jace Radke; A man dying of complications from AIDS has filed a $10 million lawsuit against the Clark County Jail's medical director, Metro Police and a health care company, which was penalized in New York last week ...; 10:40 a.m.

LV welcomes hoops world: Spencer Patterson; Among the most highly touted high schoolers expected to participate in this week's Big Time Tournament are:; 10:39 a.m.

Business briefs for July 24, 2001: Washington Mutual Inc. of Seattle, an aggressive consumer and mortgage lender in Las Vegas, reported second quarter earnings of $798 million or 91 cents a share, up 49 percent from the year-ago quarter thanks largely ...; 10:37 a.m.

Sentence upheld in securities fraud case: Steven Trapp pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit securities fraud in July 1997 and was sentenced to four months in prison and four months of home confinement, to be followed by two years of supervision ...; 10:28 a.m.

Obituaries for July 24, 2001: Lucille Brown, 85, of Las Vegas died Sunday in a local care center. She was born May 31, 1916, in Scranton, Pa. A resident for 11 years, she was a retired bookkeeper in the investment ...; 10:24 a.m.

School district sues union over health plan: Erica Johnson; The Clark County School District has sued the union that covers school bus drivers, custodians, secretaries and other support workers to force it to continue health insurance for more than 150 retirees and 35 dependents.; 10:12 a.m.

Union criticizes firing of nurses: By Emily Richmond; Union leaders say that hospital officials who ask nurses to care for too many patients risk not only the safety of the patients but their own careers as well.; 10:12 a.m.

Planning Commission to take up proposal for new hospital: Angela Soo; Developers of a new North Las Vegas hospital located on a portion of the Craig Ranch Golf Course hope for approval Wednesday by the Planning Commission.; 10:11 a.m.

Hazardous shipment study sought: Reid last week seized on a freight train accident in a Baltimore tunnel in which hazardous materials leaked from burning rail cars.; 10:09 a.m.

Goodman seeks Senate's help with his wish list: Benjamin Grove; WASHINGTON -- A monorail whisking tourists and Las Vegas residents from the Strip to downtown was at the very top of Mayor Oscar Goodman's wishlist when he and three other mayors on Monday implored Congress ...; 10:06 a.m.

News briefs for July 24, 2001: Metro Police's fiscal oversight board Monday approved a $112,500 payout to four people who filed suit after officers searched their home.; 10:04 a.m.

Where I Stand--Brian Greenspun: Hearts of winners: STRIKING it rich in California. Not an unfamiliar theme.; 9:38 a.m.

Editorial: Privacy even vexes pharmacies: Larsen's revelation resulted in quite an impact -- for the police officer and for himself, too. The North Las Vegas Police Department fired the officer, Gina Carmody (the state Board of Pharmacy said she had ...; 9:37 a.m.

Letter: Tax cut foes use scare tactics: All of the items he mentioned -- national debt, Medicare, Social Security and education -- are fully funded prior to the reserve being touched.; 9:36 a.m.

Letter: Ralston columns expose politicians: I loved it! Jon Ralston did it again. He wrote a piercing column about Gov. Kenny Guinn and his ploys and tactics to try to screw the public out of seeing who he really is ...; 9:35 a.m.

Letter: English-only proponents out of touch: Spanish is one of the major languages in the world, spoken by a very large segment of the population. If these folks don't want to say "hola," they also may want to drop Las Vegas, ...; 9:35 a.m.

Editorial: Marriage sure can't stop secretive ways: So what's the top secret? Believe it or not, infidelity doesn't lead the list. According to the poll published in the August issue of Reader's Digest, nearly half of those who said they kept a ...; 9:34 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's selections for Wednesday's races at Del Mar: 1st Race -- Penteli De Gras - Desormeaux on Dolan trainee, needs clean trip from inner post in sprint opener, subject to get a trip here. High And Rising - Draws good outside post, Baze ...; 9:29 a.m.

PCL box: New Orleans-Las Vegas: DP--New Orleans 1. LOB--New Orleans 5, Las Vegas 5. 2B--Chavez, Rosario, Branson. HR--Truby (10), Chavez (5), Luuloa (5), Barry (12), Hiatt (32), Rosario (1), K.Johnson (9), Prieto (15). SB--Lydy (6). CS--Lydy, Chavez.; 9:24 a.m.

Cool school: Local colleges revive jazz for Las Vegas students: Jennifer Knight; The horn section wails away on brass instruments in small tornadoes of syncopated sound. And the tap, tap, tap of the drummer's cymbals are in perfect cool rhythm to the 1950s jazz music, pushing back ...; 9:02 a.m.

Judge to replace jury in sentencing West in mother's death: Kim Smith; The attorneys in the Brookey West case have agreed to allow District Judge Donald Mosley to sentence her instead of the jury that convicted her of first-degree murder.; 8:50 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: Married to spectacular bridal show: It seems odd to host a huge bridal show in a town where people can meet, get a marriage license, marry and have a honeymoon is less time than it takes to renew a Nevada ...; 8:28 a.m.

Columnist Kate Maddox: Stylist's career hits a big snag: Kate Maddox; It's a bad day when Las Vegas social somebodies can't get an appointment with their hairstylist because he's tangled up with other clients.; 8:27 a.m.

Community briefs for July 24, 2001: United Blood Services, 6930 W. Charleston Blvd., offers the following scheduled blood drives. For more information, call Michelle Keanini at 228-8400:; 8:27 a.m.

Immunization schedule for July 24, 2001: NORTH LAS VEGAS PUBLIC HEALTH CENTER: 1820 E. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite F, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.; 8:26 a.m.

DNA evidence leads to conviction of Reno man in poaching case: He faces up to a year in jail and possible fines as determined by the court when sentenced Aug. 3, said Steve Martarano, spokesman for the California Department of Fish and Game in Sacramento.; 4:16 a.m.

Volunteers work to ease conflicts with residents, wild horses: Members of the posse and representatives from the BLM and University of Nevada Extension Service are scheduled to discuss the horse management partnership at a meeting Thursday night.; 4:16 a.m.

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