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Archive for November 15, 2002

Nevada Power proposes electricity rate cut for Las Vegas area: AP; Associated Press Writer; 12:08 p.m.

National Airlines hopes to sell federal flying permit: AP; Associated Press Writer; 11:48 a.m.

New England capitalizing on Indian operators: The Associated Press reported that a survey of 1,200 visitors to Connecticut last summer found that 23 percent were from the neighboring New England states, said Ed Dombroskas, executive director of the state Office of ...; 11:32 a.m.

Las Vegas news briefs for November 15, 2002: The Regional Transportation Commission board voted Thursday to include the Las Vegas Beltway from Decatur Boulevard to Buffalo Drive in its list of area-wide major projects.; 11:25 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Power rate decrease is no gift: This is a reality check, friends.; 11:23 a.m.

Bill would have governor appoint regents board: Jennifer Knight; Momentum is building to have the Board of Regents become an appointed rather than an elected body -- an idea that both the governor and state senate majority leader favor after recent strife on the ...; 11:23 a.m.

Golf course says water runoff can be cut: Jeffrey Libby; The director of a golf course for high-rollers located in the mountains of non-gambling Boulder City says water runoff from the course greening a two-mile stretch of desert can be reduced, if not eliminated, within ...; 11:23 a.m.

Fire department plans to build four stations: Dan Kulin; Fire engines will be screaming out of three new stations in fast-growing northwest Las Vegas by the end of January, city fire officials say.; 11:22 a.m.

NRC to test nuke waste containers: The Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the first time plans to do full-scale tests on two nuclear waste shipping containers that may transport highly radioactive waste to Yucca Mountain someday, an NRC expert said.; 11:22 a.m.

Higgins hopes rate cut opens power dialogue: Sierra Pacific Resources Chairman Walt Higgins expressed hope that a request by subsidiary Nevada Power Co. to reduce rates will also produce a fruitful discussion with state regulators about future energy policy in Nevada.; 11:21 a.m.

Producer of Comdex may go bankrupt: Matthew Fordahl; SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Key3Media Group Inc., producer of the Comdex tech trade show which open next week in Las Vegas, said Thursday it may not be able to make debt payments and may have ...; 11:15 a.m.

State organization to help laid-off workers: Nevada JobConnect, a statewide employment network, will meet with airline employees that were laid off when the company ceased operations last week Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 11:14 a.m.

Nevada fuel costs climb in November: AAA Nevada reported Wednesday that the average cost of a gallon of unleaded, self-serve gasoline is up from October to $1.50 a gallon in the state. The auto club's monthly gas price survey also said ...; 11:14 a.m.

Company breaks ground on Sacramento area casino: The casino will open by summer with the remainder of the property open by the fourth quarter of next year, Station Casinos announced in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company has ...; 11:11 a.m.

LV tourism indicators still below 2000 levels: By Liz Benston; Visitor volume in Las Vegas surged by 8.6 percent in September compared with the same month last year, but tourism is still off from 2000 levels.; 11:10 a.m.

New political era raises questions about gaming: Paul Sloca; JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- With 102 freshman lawmakers heading to Jefferson City in January, gambling industry officials are unsure about what to expect.; 11:10 a.m.

Paul-Son posts loss for third quarter: Revenues for the quarter were about $4.1 million, a decrease of about $1.3 million, or 23.6 percent, from revenues of about $5.4 million for the year-ago quarter.; 11:09 a.m.

CLARIFICATION: The Sun corrects its errors. If you find a mistake, call 385-3111 to report it.; 11:07 a.m.

Illegal street racing a growing problem: Jen Lawson; They meet late at night along desert roads, revving the souped-up engines of their Hondas and Acuras.; 11:04 a.m.

Coasters' singer may be buried in pauper's grave in Las Vegas: By Ed Koch; Billy Guy, who as a member of the legendary rock 'n' roll group The Coasters entertained millions with his baritone lead on "Searchin' " and sang backup on many other hits, could wind up in ...; 11:04 a.m.

Rap kingpin's former Vegas home is raided: Authorities on Thursday raided the former Las Vegas home and the Los Angeles record label of rap mogul Marion "Suge" Knight, a figure in an East Coast-West Coast rap feud that some believe led to ...; 11:03 a.m.

Palms, Ranch find right blend of tourists, locals: By Liz Benston; The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas has hosted concerts for Pink and Jane's Addiction, the cast and crew of MTV's "Real World" reality TV show, Playboy playmates, parties for glossy magazines and waves of ...; 10:57 a.m.

Locals compete for title of 'Ultimate Sports Fan': Kirk Baird; For a sports enthusiast, it's a dream come true: a chance to watch as much sports programming as you can take.; 10:52 a.m.

Leonid shower expected to be best of the century: Light show; 10:47 a.m.

Commission to consider more intimate tipping for stripping: Adrienne Packer; The Las Vegas strip club scene might return to normal if Clark County commissioners decide tippers can again touch strippers.; 10:32 a.m.

Action to stop BLM auction denied: Bob Hall, president of the Nevada Environmental Coalition, filed the request Tuesday in U.S. District Court to stop today's auction of 1,140 acres, including three parcels totaling 990 acres in southwest Las Vegas.; 10:32 a.m.

$504 million planned for road building: CARSON CITY -- The state Transportation Board on Thursday approved a $504 million construction budget for this fiscal year, with an estimated 70 percent of the money earmarked for road projects in Southern Nevada.; 10:32 a.m.

Bridge expert Hardy dies at 70: Max Hardy, a top American bridge player, instructor and author who is credited with revolutionizing the game with his bidding system, died Sunday at his Las Vegas home following a one-year battle with cancer. He ...; 10:31 a.m.

Homeless panel's future looks dim: By Timothy Pratt; The only group involving the largest local governments in tackling the homeless problem regionally was declared at a standstill Thursday by its founder, Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman.; 10:30 a.m.

Visiting firefighters show chief support: By Timothy Pratt; Representatives of an international group of black firefighters will be in Las Vegas this weekend to address a widening split between some members of the local firefighters union and Las Vegas Fire Chief David Washington, ...; 10:30 a.m.

Goodman supports car allowance: Judy Odierna; Mayor Oscar Goodman is all in favor of the Las Vegas City Council getting a car allowance, though he won't be needing it.; 10:29 a.m.

Chamber of Commerce still studying tax plan: Jace Radke; Sides are beginning to form as businesses and organizations start to analyze the recommendations of the Governor's Task Force on Tax Policy that could determine how the state is taxed.; 10:29 a.m.

Pollution action dropped against manganese mine: Jeffrey Libby; All appears to be quiet and relatively dust-free downwind of an abandoned World War II-era manganese mine east of Henderson.; 10:28 a.m.

Jurisdiction decided in part of Enron suit: A federal bankruptcy judge ruled Thursday that he has jurisdiction over at least part of a lawsuit an Enron Corp. subsidiary filed against Nevada Power Co. involving a terminated energy contract.; 10:28 a.m.

Last briefs filed in Nevada Power rate lawsuit: CARSON CITY -- While admitting it was not perfect, Nevada Power Co., nevertheless said it provided substantial evidence to justify a full $922 million rate increase to customers in Clark County.; 10:27 a.m.

Obituaries for November 15, 2002: Alice Faye Aiken, 62, of Las Vegas died Monday in Las Vegas. She was born Sept. 26, 1940, in Stigler, Okla. A resident for 21 years, she was a bus driver and a member of ...; 10:27 a.m.

Educators, school projects receive excellence awards: The awards, created in 1987, are given to individuals, organizations and programs that demonstrate the best in education district-wide. Educators, community leaders and district staff make up the selection committeee.; 10:26 a.m.

VegasBeat -- Timothy McDarrah: Newton represents hope for USO Tour: Thanks for the memories, Bob Hope.; 10:25 a.m.

Suspect in 'Our Gang' actor's death will face trial: Kim Smith; Las Vegas Justice of the Peace James Bixler ruled Thursday that there is enough evidence to try a 52-year-old homeless man for murder in the death of "Our Gang" actor J.R. Smith.; 10:24 a.m.

Case of slain girl, 9, going to trial: Dan Kulin; The case against the alleged gang member charged in the shooting that left a 9-year-old North Las Vegas girl dead is headed to trial, Justice of the Peace Natalie Tyrrell decided Thursday.; 10:23 a.m.

Retired Del Papa plans to go Latin: Erin Neff; After 12 years in office and frequent head-butting with Republicans, you'd think Attorney General Frankie Sue Del Papa would be speaking in tongues.; 10:23 a.m.

Late Sun exec, three others honored: Thompson was killed Aug. 9 when her car was hit from behind at the Las Vegas Beltway and Far Hills Avenue.; 10:22 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Brian Greenspun: An uphill tax battle: TAXES. TAKE TWO.; 10:09 a.m.

Letter: Hospital does exceptional job: As to taking financial advantage of patients, I doubt that it happens at this hospital. It is located in a poor area of town, and apparently takes in many charity cases whom they treat with ...; 10:08 a.m.

Editorial: Regents should act as a whole: Howard has given general explanations, saying she needed information about the freshmen to strengthen her argument against a proposal to raise admission standards at the state's universities. As for the student writer, she said the ...; 10:08 a.m.

Editorial: Compromise will kick veterans in the teeth: President Bush is adamant that the money owed to veterans could be better spent elsewhere. The House and Senate caved in almost completely, agreeing on a plan that will allow only those veterans whose disabilities ...; 10:07 a.m.

Letter: Robber barons have their way: Some of the other changes the Republicans dream about are aimed at the ordinary people who work for a living. They are the busting of the unions and reducing the minimum wage.; 10:06 a.m.

Letter: Democrats are out of touch, losing influence: Well, it's pretty simple. Until the socialists (darn, I know, it's Democrats) figure out how mainstream America thinks and feels, and come up with a message and vision that is in line with those ideas, ...; 10:06 a.m.

Out with a bang?: Steve Guiremand; NEXT UP; 9:58 a.m.

Banks trying to play through pain in toe: On a scale of 1-10, with 10 being unbearable, UNLV senior point guard Marcus Banks revealed after Thursday's practice at the Thomas & Mack Center that the pain in the big toe of his left ...; 9:55 a.m.

Soccer team advances at MPSF tourney: All of the action happened in the second half, as Air Force's Paul Gagliardi was fouled in the box and awarded a penalty kick in the 56th minute. Teammate Daniel Wasson scored on the PK ...; 9:55 a.m.

Close ties to fighters has Arum torn: Dean Juipe; Boxing promoters are notorious front-runners, as evidenced by their inevitable presence whenever the winner of a fight is announced or has his hand raised in victory.; 9:54 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: No horsing around; racing's OK: Dean Juipe; For years, stories have been written about horse racing's supposed demise.; 9:54 a.m.

Agassi's loss will leave him at No. 2: Agassi double-faulted on match point, handing Juan Carlos Ferrero a 7-5, 2-6, 7-6 (6) victory. Shortly after the match, Agassi withdrew from the event with a hip injury.; 9:50 a.m.

GV beaten by Galena in state tournament: Defending titlist Green Valley fell to Galena, 4-15, 15-6, 15-7, 15-13, in Thursday's quarterfinals of the 4A State Tournament in Reno. The Gators were the top seed from the Sunrise Region.; 9:50 a.m.

Mariners hire Melvin as new manager: Melvin, who never has been a major league manager, was chosen from among four finalists by Mariners manager Pat Gillick. The others were Los Angeles bench coach Jim Riggleman, former major league manager Buddy Bell ...; 9:49 a.m.

Mama Mia: Scintas' family act spices up Las Vegas: When: 7:30 p.m., Fridays through Wednesdays. Dark Thursdays.; 9:49 a.m.

Columnist Adam Candee: Mandatory suspension wrong in this case: Adam Candee; TODAY'S PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS; 9:48 a.m.

Prep All-Stars: BOYS SOCCER; 9:45 a.m.

Columnist Sal DeFilippo: Favre is the answer to all of the NFL's questions: Sal DeFilippo; In baseball, when you think of Iron Men, you automatically think of Cal Ripken.; 9:43 a.m.

Columnist Steve Guiremand: Miami duo makes move toward the Heisman: Steve Guiremand; Think trying to figure out who is going to be playing for the national championship in the Fiesta Bowl is confusing? Try something even more complicated -- picking the 2002 Heisman Trophy winner.; 9:40 a.m.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: Stewart wants title but not champion's responsibilities: Tony Stewart is on the verge of winning his first Winston Cup championship and NASCAR is on the verge of crowning perhaps its most reluctant champion.; 9:39 a.m.

Gaughan named top truck rookie: Las Vegas native Brendan Gaughan on Thursday officially was named the Raybestos Rookie of the Year Award winner in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series -- an honor he all but locked up two months ago ...; 9:37 a.m.

Columnist Barb Henderson: Sportsmen gather in Silver State: Barb Henderson; It seems more and more wildlife conservation organizations are planning to hold their annual national conventions in the Silver State.; 9:36 a.m.

Southern Nevada fishing report: For Nov. 15, 2002; 9:35 a.m.

Columnist Spencer Patterson: For openers, let's get the show started: Spencer Patterson; What a difference an opening act can make.; 9:34 a.m.

No Doubt, Stefani a steadying force: Spencer Patterson; Thirty-three and recently married, Gwen Stefani may not be just a girl anymore. But according to recent reports, the No Doubt vocalist still rocks as hard as ever.; 9:32 a.m.

Philharmonic showcases Letourneau, $3 million Stradivarius: Marilyn LaRocque; When concertmaster De Ann Letourneau plays the Violin Concerto in D-minor, op. 47, by Jan Sibelius, with the Las Vegas Philharmonic on Saturday, she'll be performing on a $3.5-million 1713 Stradivarius, the "Wirth," borrowed from ...; 9:31 a.m.

New business show debuts: "In Business Las Vegas" will feature news from all key business sectors, in-depth interviews with business leaders, and economic indicators of interest locally.; 9:30 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's selections for Saturday's races at Hollywood Park: Saturday's races; 9:30 a.m.

Columnist Jerry Fink: Action is smokin' at Club Macanudo: I've been going to lounges for the past two years for this column.; 9:30 a.m.

Columnist Muriel Stevens: Lanni, Ruvo to receive Epicurean Club honor: On Dec. 6 at the MGM Grand Conference Center the Epicurean Club of Nevada will honor MGM MIRAGE CEO and Chairman of the Board Terry Lanni and Southern Wine & Spirits of Nevada Senior Managing ...; 9:29 a.m.

Saturday's horse racing entries: Post Time 12:30 p.m.; 9:29 a.m.

Nonstop sports viewing is the ultimate competition: Kirk Baird; Or, the dream could be a nightmare, as 25 contestants will discover at 6 p.m. today at Green Valley Ranch Station Casino in Cox Communications' search for Southern Nevada's "Ultimate Sports Fan."; 9:28 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: Essay is the spirit of America: Maybe patriotism runs in Jake Gigar's blood.; 9:27 a.m.

Scene Selection -- Geoff Carter -- Value of DVDs rings true with 'Lord': DVD appeals to me in a way VHS or even Laserdisc never could: It is the media equivalent of a Modern Library edition, with unabridged content delivered in a way close to the author's intent. ...; 9:26 a.m.

'Beauty and the Beast' a treat for entire family: Marilyn LaRocque; What: "Beauty and the Beast."; 9:26 a.m.

Datebook for November 15, 2002: Lucille and Lucinda Jackson will teach children about the art of Navajo beading at 4 p.m. today at Sunrise Library, 5400 Harris Ave. (507-3900) and 4 p.m. Thursday at Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive ...; 9:24 a.m.

On Display for November 15, 2002: The Gem Club's rocks, gems and lapidary items are on display through Nov. 30 in the Boulder City's Library's Nevada Room, 701 Adams Blvd. 293-7853.; 9:23 a.m.

Performing Arts for November 15, 2002: 'I Hate Hamlet'; 9:23 a.m.

'X' sheds all pretense, and more, at Aladdin: If you like an abundance of bare-breasted women dancing provocatively, kissing and simulating sex with each other and plenty of bawdy humor, this show is for you.; 9:22 a.m.

Interior Department's top lawyer takes aim at environmental laws: AP; Associated Press Writer; 8:54 a.m.

Authorities raid rap record company in murder investigation: AP; Associated Press Writer; 8:01 a.m.

Apartment coalition, Red Cross team up for disaster relief: WEEKEND EDITION November 16, 2002; 5:53 a.m.

Election failures have Democrats assessing future: Erin Neff; WEEKEND EDITION November 17, 2002; 5:53 a.m.

Technology shines light into world of the blind: Erica D. Johnson; By Erica D. Johnson; 5:52 a.m.

The Lainie Season: WEEKEND EDITION November 17, 2002; 5:52 a.m.

New taxes likely to affect Nevadans in different ways: WEEKEND EDITION November 17, 2002; 5:52 a.m.

VegasBeat -- Timothy McDarrah: Company vital to CF survivors: It has been a very trying time for employees of Cantor Fitzgerald, the New York-based financial services firm that lost 658 employees on Sept. 11.; 5:49 a.m.

Petition to protect doctors cleared: CARSON CITY -- An initiative petition to further tighten the protection given Nevada doctors in medical malpractice suits has cleared its first hurdle.; 5:48 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Mike O'Callaghan: Don't repeat this history: MANY AMERICANS, including me, have had a difficult time understanding the Kuwait government's hesitation to support an American assault against Iraq. If not for the United States, that little country would have been forgotten in ...; 5:46 a.m.

Columnist Erin Neff: Democrats must bond for Reid to prevail in 2004: Erin Neff; HE WASN'T on the ballot Nov. 5, but Harry Reid suffered the most significant defeat in Nevada, a blow nationally, and possibly, harm to his own re-election in 2004.; 5:46 a.m.

Guest columnist Gary Peck: Looking beyond Question 2's passage: For more than two years, Nevadans have endured the divisive Question 2 campaign. The measure's leading proponents insisted it was meant just to protect the institution of marriage from those who might somehow undermine its ...; 5:45 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Let voters decide LV pay hikes: LAS VEGANS DON'T have to be told that these are times of economic uncertainty.; 5:45 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: Thousands of acres, and issues: Cottonwoods turn gold in autumn here.; 5:44 a.m.

Letter: Strategy against GOP backfires: With Bush winning in double digits, the message simply stated was "fourteen more years with Mr. Bush as the president (six for George W. and eight for Jeb)." It is euphoric to know that we ...; 5:39 a.m.

Letter: Most people want children playing outside: SUSAN RUSSELL; 5:39 a.m.

Editorial: Privatizing will become boondoggle: Many states, including Nevada, have found out on their own that privatization isn't what's it's cracked up to be. Services actually can deteriorate, because in order for the private sector to turn a profit, a ...; 5:38 a.m.

Editorial: Homes, landing pad are not a good mix: The Las Vegas Planning Commission already voted unanimously against the proposal, citing not only the noise but the danger as well of constant flights so near neighborhoods. The hotel and a helicopter company have requested ...; 5:38 a.m.

Columnist Jon Ralston: Don't they see need for taxes?: THE BLINDING cowardice of elected officials never ceases to amaze. Try to avert your eyes as legislators scurry for cover now that their charade on taxes is fully illuminated.; 5:37 a.m.

Death penalty unlikely for retarded Nevada inmate: AP; Associated Press Writer; 2:17 a.m.

Brooklyn boxer says God more important than gloves.: AP; Associated Press Writer; 2:15 a.m.

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