Print edition for September 4, 2002

Columnist Dean Juipe: Dodgers do disservice to the 51s: Dean Juipe; It was an opportunity for the Los Angeles Dodgers to not only show they cared but to strengthen their bond with the Las Vegas 51s. It was a chance to exhibit some goodwill.

51s target fans with bobbleheads, beer: Victoria Sun; SCHEDULE

Mosley survives primary race: Kim Smith; Despite a tumultuous year, District Judge Donald Mosley had no problem securing a spot in November's general election, but a former judge who had legal problems of his own didn't quite make the cut.

Chasing the big dogs: Steve Guiremand; Off to a fast start ...

Anti-terrorism funds increased: The funds, awarded by the U.S. Justice Department, will be used to purchase specialized equipment and for training to respond to weapons of mass destruction.

Council votes down project, but doesn't close the door: Jeffrey Libby; The Henderson City Council agreed with neighbors who thought 319 condominiums and homes were too many for the proposed 34-acre Fiesta Ranch development and voted down the project Tuesday night.

News briefs for Sept. 4, 2002: The Nevada Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected an appeal of Patrick H. Randle, sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 1994 murder of a Canadian tourist at Sam's Town RV Park.

Tiffany, Hawk set the stage for Senate 5 showdown: Jeffrey Libby; Republican Sandra Tiffany says what sounds to Democrat John Hawk like homeowners flip-flopping on issues is actually an unofficial state song with roots running back to the 1970s.

Experience pays off for incumbent Williams: Adrienne Packer; For months, Democrat Myrna Williams has balked at the notion that constituents opt for a fresh face after an elected official has served years in the same office.

New charges coming: Assistant U.S. Attorney David Anders told U.S. District Court Judge Barbara Jones that he intends to file a superseding indictment in the case that has already branded five WorldCom executives as conspirators.

Avila to challenge Parraguirre for clerk: Parraguirre, a 62-year-old California native, defeated two contenders for her party's nomination, achieiving almost three-quarters of the vote. If elected, Parraguirre says she will implement an electronic filing program for complex litigation and transfer old files to microfilm before a move to a new office next year.

Editorial: Incumbency, cash don't always prevail: In the state Senate District 9 Republican primary, Assemblyman Dennis Nolan was able to eke out a victory by 147 votes even though he was outspent 4-1 to by his opponent, Richard Bunker, the favored candidate of the GOP establishment. Republican Assemblywoman Merle Berman lost to Dr. Garn Mabey in her re-election bid. On the Democratic side, Bob McCleary defeated Assemblyman Doug Bache by 11 votes. Meanwhile, Assemblyman Bob Price, who was first elected to the Assembly in 1974, was defeated by Kelvin Atkinson.

Two guilty of loan-sharking at Connecticut casino: A 12-member federal jury deliberated for three hours Friday before convicting Xiao "Steven" Chen of New York and Gong Chai Sun of California on charges of extortion and conspiracy.

Hammargren wins in comeback race: CARSON CITY -- Former Lt. Gov. Lonnie Hammargren has won his first battle in his return to politics as a Republican candidate for the Assembly.

Chowning edges Denis for Assembly: Assemblywoman Vonne Chowning, D-North Las Vegas, squeaked by a tough foe Tuesday in a District 28 Democratic primary in which the Hispanic vote was expected to play a key factor.

County backs wetlands bonds: The Clark County Commission on Tuesday endorsed a proposed $200 million state bond issue that would protect and enhance waterways and wetlands throughout the county and the state.

Election official hopeful about improved turnout in November: Encouraged by an accurate prediction of voter turnout for Tuesday's primary election, Clark County Registrar of Voters Larry Lomax said today he is hopeful for a 50 percent turnout for November's general election.

Family of man who was killed by NHP car wins lawsuit: Kim Smith; Clark County District Judge Lee Gates has awarded $275,000 to the family of a Eureka man who was struck and killed by a Nevada Highway Patrol trooper's car in December 1997.

Council's benefits cut but lease issue loses: Jeffrey Libby; Voters on Tuesday cut Boulder City elected officials' pay in half, but allowed officials to lease city-owned land without first taking it to a ballot vote.

Letter: Aggressive drivers scourge of the roadways: I was at a stop light at the intersection of Stephanie Street and Warm Springs Road in Henderson, where I was surrounded by pickup trucks, SUVs and a monster vehicle behind me.

Brown, Bergstrom in constable showdown: Keith Paul; North Las Vegas Constable Herb Brown defeated Democratic challenger Pat Little in Tuesday's primary, setting up a second straight race in the general election with Republican Steven Bergstrom.

Trucking company's demise is rivals' boon: Brad Foss; NEW YORK -- The collapse of Consolidated Freightways is expected to breathe life into other struggling trucking companies, giving them an opportunity to gain market share and raise prices at a time of soft demand.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: Schmidt hires Ray for last 2 IRL races: Sam Schmidt finally found a way to repay Greg Ray for his hospitality during the final race of the 1999 Indy Racing League season.

Candidate supports slots at tracks: Hagan said Tuesday his budget plan would raise $500 million annually from the slot machines, and would raise another $500 million over two years by closing loopholes in Ohio's tax laws.

Letter: Slowpokes must move to the right: A Nevada drivers' handbook is available at the DMV for anyone willing to be a safe driver.

Letter: U.S. policies on Iraq muddled: There is an omission of the fact that chemical warfare horrors perpetrated by Saddam on the Kurds were carried out not only with the knowledge of the U.S. government, but also with the technical assistance of America and its allies, who feared the spread of Islamic fundamentalism. Our government openly supported Iraq in its war with Iran for 7 years.

Elliott, Guzman advance: Kim Smith; The nine-way race for Department L in Clark County's Family Court has come down to two opponents who spent widely differing sums in their battle for the newly created position.

Care elected to second term without opposition: CARSON CITY -- Freshman state Sen. Terry Care, D-Las Vegas, is being promoted to a sophomore without ever taking a test.

Incumbents bounced in Assembly primary: In addition to longtime Assemblyman Bob Price, D-North Las Vegas, two Assembly incumbents from Clark County lost their bids Tuesday to return to Carson City.

Bigger McIntyre ready to anchor Durango 'D': Spencer Patterson; He came blitzing around end in 2001, surprising opposing quarterbacks and his own coaches with the ferociousness of his pass rush.

Cheap thrills: 'Vegas on the Dime' author unearths city's best bargains: Kirk Baird; It was, he surmised, the perfect time to write a travel guide.

County joins state in endorsing proposed Boulder City bypass: A proposed highway bypass around Boulder City received an endorsement Tuesday from the Clark County Commission.

Reid, Ensign return to Iraq issue after trips: Benjamin Grove; WASHINGTON -- As Congress gets back to work this week after a monthlong holiday, Nevada senators returned from overseas trips to a Senate struggling with questions about Iraq and the proposed Department of Homeland Security.

Boylan, Ochoa will meet in November: By Emily Richmond; Incumbent Patrick Boylan and challenger Albert Ochoa will face off in November for the District 6 seat on the state Board of Education, the nonpartisan panel that sets standards and regulations for public schools throughout the state.

Prep Schedule: TODAY

Centennial, Durango cast as favorites: Spencer Patterson; A capsule look at the Sunset Region:

Boggs McDonald focuses on Berkley in November: Erin Neff; A blue collar bus driver running against the Republicans' anointed Lynette Boggs McDonald hit a red light Tuesday night in his efforts to head to Congress and repeal all taxes.

Porter, Herrera get down to business: Erin Neff; The gloves have already come off in the race to represent Nevada's new congressional district.

Immunization schedule for Sept. 4, 2002: HENDERSON PUBLIC HEALTH CENTER: 129 W. Lake Mead Drive, Building A, Suite 10, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Columnist Elizabeth Foyt: Wisconsin-UNLV pre-game party full of cheer: Elizabeth Foyt; On Friday evening with the exuberant assistance of grandchildren Maddi and Zach Albregts, Leah Nitz and Alexa and Spencer Guevara, the family gathered to welcome the University of Wisconsin Marching Band. Accompanied by the cheer squad and the beloved "Bucky Badger" mascot, the band provided rousing entertainment as a prelude to the football season.

Primary election results: REPUBLICANS Name Votes Pct. Lynette Boggs-McDonald 16,838 78.89% A. "Bus Driver" Ordunez 4,506 21.11%

PCL playoffs: (Best-of-5)

Columnist Victoria Sun: Women's group way off base: Victoria Sun; Martha Burk doesn't want anyone to watch the Masters on television next year.

Editorial: Legal fight over dump to kick in: The court's decision didn't address the heart of the state's case, so it doesn't qualify as a "victory," but it does point out just how important it is to mount the best legal strategy to fight the dump. On Thursday the state Board of Examiners -- the governor, secretary of state and attorney general -- is expected to approve a $4 million contract with Egan & Associates. The Virginia law firm, which specializes in nuclear issues, will represent the state in its Yucca Mountain legal fight. It's a pricey contract, but the stakes are high. If Nevada loses the legal ...

Community briefs for Sept. 4, 2002: Southwest Engineering partners, Chip Maxfield and Mark Jones, announced their firm will host the second annual charity dinner and live auction to benefit Child Haven beginning 6 p.m. Saturday in Bellagio's Ballroom.

Brager, Moulton advance to general: By Emily Richmond; Clark County School Board incumbents Susan Brager and Sheila Moulton advanced to a November runoff , facing Mitchell Tracy and Gina Greisen, respectively.

Obituaries for Sept. 4, 2002: Roger Frank Baroch, 62, of Las Vegas died Sunday in Las Vegas. He was born April 18, 1940, in Chicago. A resident for 10 years, he was a retired dairy general manager.

Savvy wine buys: '96 Cape View Cabernet Sauvignon: Similar to the pricier Lanzerac, this is a woody, fruity wine with nice balance, but unlike that wine, this is a leaner, less fruit-forward example of the winemaking genre in that country.

Raitt, Lovett will perform at concert for Citizen Alert: Raitt and Lovett will perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Aladdin.

Atkinson Gates' mother dies at 69: Bobbie Jean Atkinson, mother of Clark County Commissioner Yvonne Atkinson Gates, died Monday at her home. She was 69.

Jeweler inspired by Las Vegas' glitz: Kirk Baird; Jennifer Kellogg found hers while eloping in Las Vegas.

Schofield will battle Aguirre: Jennifer Knight; One-time tennis coach turned educational consultant Aldo Aguirre will meet World War II combat pilot and seasoned politician Jack Schofield in the Board of Regents race in District 5.

Governor's race: Have vs. have-not: CARSON CITY -- It will be a rich-man, poor-man general election in the race between Gov. Kenny Guinn and challenger Democratic state Sen. Joe Neal of North Las Vegas.

Ralph Siraco's selections for Thursday's races at Del Mar: Thursday's card

Columnist Muriel Stevens: Airlines weight for charges: It was during one of my first trips to Europe that I learned about this. My friends and I were going to Switzerland. I checked in first. My usual two bags, one small, one medium size, passed inspection. My friends weren't so lucky. They had the right number of bags -- two. But they were oversized and heavy. After a bit of negotiation they were able to have the extra tariff reduced slightly (it was a sizeable sum) and we were on our way.

Columnist Peter Benton: Powers, Larson team for win at LVCC: Peter Benton; Tim Powers and Frank Larson won the Masters Flight at the Las Vegas Country Club's End of Summer Member-Member tournament with a score of 336.5. Coe Power/Dan Shapiro placed second with 342.5 followed by Kenny Epstein and Frank DeLee at 348.5.

Sunrise region: Home games at Valley unless noted

Rate increase denied: Molasky-Arman did approve State Farm's application Tuesday to raise rates by 38.4 percent for 8,000 condominium owners. The increase will be put into effect in two steps -- the first will be a 20 percent increase, with the balance implemented at the following renewal date.

It's Cegavske vs. Hansen in Senate District 8: Erin Neff; Voters who were at times given confusing messages about the two Republicans seeking the Senate District 8 seat didn't have much trouble siding with Assemblywoman Barbara Cegavske.

Software system acquired by Las Vegas company: The system -- installed in more than 75 casinos worldwide -- is already well known in the industry and has a user-friendly design, Alliance President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Miodunski said.

Veteran prosecutors to battle for district attorney's post: Two veteran prosecutors will square off in the November general election in the race to become Clark County's next district attorney.

Winners look ahead: Erin Neff; Unopposed and lightly opposed candidates for statewide office walked around parties Tuesday night like bridesmaids, as attention was focused elsewhere.

Nevada to try attracting more Japanese firms: Nearly one-third of the foreign companies operating in Nevada are Japanese, a study conducted by the Nevada Commission on Economic Development says.

Reid and Ensign confront Iraq: Benjamin Grove; WASHINGTON -- As Congress gets back to work this week after a monthlong holiday, Nevada senators returned from overseas trips to a Senate struggling with questions about Iraq and the proposed Department of Homeland Security.

Walsh, Ahlstrom vie for public administrator: Walsh was one of six Republicans vying for her party's nomination, winning against retired teacher Ann Adam, property manager Mike Schaefer, entrepreneur Ivan Tippets and Clark County residents David Austin and Bob Campagna.

America West adds flights: It will be America West's first nonstop operation between Las Vegas and Canada and the company's second international flight from Las Vegas after inaugurating service to Mexico City earlier this year.

Report: Most disciplined state doctors practicing: Benjamin Grove; WASHINGTON -- Most of the 124 Nevada doctors disciplined by the state's medical board in the last 10 years have continued practicing, a consumer watchdog group said today.

James wins in commission GOP primary: Adrienne Packer; His brochure said he stood alone.

Nolan revels in victory in Senate District 9: Las Vegas Assemblyman Dennis Nolan late Tuesday called his Republican primary upset of high-powered gaming lobbyist Richard Bunker in Senate District 9 a victory for the little guy.

National still negotiating with creditors: Negotiations are continuing between bankrupt National Airlines and its creditors for concessions that could lead to new financing that would keep the airline flying.

Effects of redistricting felt in races: Erin Neff; More than a year ago the men and women who huddled around maps in the middle of a warm Carson City night thought that every line drawn would impact an election.

Man arrested in crash that killed Sun executive: Kim Smith; A Las Vegas man suspected of causing the crash that killed Las Vegas Sun Vice President and Associate Editor Sandy Thompson was arrested Tuesday after blood tests showed he had marijuana in his system at the time of the accident.

Nevada miners hopeful as prices improve: CARSON CITY -- Gold production declined slightly in 2001 in Nevada to 8 million ounces, but the state is still the largest producer in the United States, the Nevada Mining Association said today.

Young, Oaks will meet in November election: Keith Paul; Metro Police Deputy Chief Bill Young finished first in the nonpartisan election for Clark County sheriff, but his closest competitor, Metro Capt. Randy Oaks, claimed that his respectable finish without spending big money was more impressive.

Mandalay's Internet bookings soar: Visitors to Mandalay's websites also increased 34 percent, to nearly 10 million, for the two quarters ended July 31.

Newcomer Atkinson ousts longtime state Assemblyman Price: Steve Kanigher and Erin Neff; One of the state's longest-serving lawmakers was ousted in a Democratic primary Tuesday by an energetic political newcomer who ran an aggressive grass-roots campaign.