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Print edition for May 12, 2003

Lease extended for water park
Palace Entertainment, Irvine, Calif., owner of the park that has begun its 19th season, signed an agreement extension with Sahara Las Vegas Corp., a subsidiary of Archon Corp. Terms were not disclosed.
Boulder City voters to decide on charter changes
Dan Kulin
During the next three and a half weeks Boulder City voters will decide whether to make it harder to change their city charter in the future.
Attempt to reduce regents causing a flap
Jennifer Knight
It's difficult not to take Assembly Bill 353 personally, some members of the state Board of Regents say.
Ruling may threaten LV utility's finances
Kevin Rademacher
A proposed $180 million cut in Nevada Power Co.'s $195 million rate recovery plan could push the utility into further financial distress and prompt it to examine a takeover bid proposed by the Southern Nevada Water Authority, an official says.
College survives Senate panel's struggle
CARSON CITY -- The Senate Finance Committee voted 5-2 today to continue funding Nevada State College at Henderson after a debate over whether it is worth the money.
3 hurt in gunfire outside hip-hop concert
At least two gunmen were being sought early today after police said they opened fire with semiautomatic weapons outside a hip-hop show at the Hard Rock Cafe in Las Vegas.
Obituaries for May 12, 2003
Dennis G. Atkinson, 58, of Las Vegas died Thursday in Las Vegas. He was born Aug. 16, 1944, in Jamestown, N.Y. A resident for 11 years, he was a retired musician and a Vietnam War Army veteran.
Vote looms on zoning bill for Red Rock
A bill that would freeze zoning on land surrounding Red Rock Canyon, including a gypsum mine where 2,400 homes have been proposed, could reach the Assembly floor for a final vote this week, its primary backer says.
Guggenheim closing
The museum was a joint venture between the luxury hotel and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City.
Park Place Indian casino agreement reached
ALBANY, N.Y. -- The Pataki administration and the St. Regis Mohawk tribe have resolved a last-minute dispute that held up the signing of an agreement to settle the tribe's land-claim lawsuit and open the way for a new casino in the Catskills, an administration official said.
Second group knocks Station stock options
By Liz Benston
An independent proxy research firm has become the second party to criticize a Station Casinos Inc. stock compensation plan that faces an upcoming shareholder vote.
Body found believed to be ex-LV teen
What authorities are describing as "a tangled web" of intrigue may have led to the slaying of a former Las Vegas teenager in Aurora, Colo.
Feeling at home: Shade Tree mothers, children care for park
Jean Reid Norman
Jeanne Burroughs, a mother of three, found herself this Mother's Day living with her two youngest in a homeless shelter in downtown Las Vegas.
Bill would curb paper terrorism
CARSON CITY -- Anti-government groups are using a new tool nicknamed "paper terrorism" to harass public officials by filing false liens and court judgments against them, a Senate committee was told.
Vegas timeshare developer could face bankruptcy
Floyd Kephart, chief executive for Leisure Industries Corp., formerly known as Mego Financial Corp., said in an SEC filing last week that reduced cash flow from lower timeshare sales, higher operating expenses and higher default rates in consumer notes securing the company's lines of credit have hurt the company financially.
Editorial: Assault-weapons ban gets an unlikely ally
There is some hope, though, from an unlikely source. President Bush, despite the NRA's strong support for his pro-gun policies, has said he would sign into law legislation that renews the ban. Politics very well may be involved as Bush tries to expand his base by courting moderate voters who strongly support the popular gun-control law, but we're heartened by the president's support nonetheless. It is disappointing, however, that administration officials say the president won't actively lobby to get the bill passed. The president shouldn't stay on the sidelines -- doing so could result in the bill's defeat. He should ...
Jury deliberates Parish's fate in child's death
Erica D. Johnson
A prosecutor on Friday asked jurors to make former Nellis Air Force Base Airman Brandon Parish pay in the beating death of his ex-girlfriend's infant daughter six years ago.
News briefs for May 12, 2003
In what police believe is Henderson's first slaying involving road rage, officers arrested two teenagers in connection with a shotgun killing last month.
Illinois house OKs part of gambling package
Ryan Keith
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- As a legislative committee approved part of a massive gambling expansion package, the major players at the state Capitol said the serious work has just begun.
Gardner comes up short in his bid for U.S. national title
Super heavyweight Greco-Roman wrestler Rulon Gardner's comeback hit a snag Saturday morning at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Prep playoff schedule
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Illinois governor critical of neighborhood gambling plan
Maura Kelly
CHICAGO -- Gov. Rod Blagojevich said a bill that would legalize video poker at restaurants and bars "doesn't smell right" but stopped short of saying he would veto it if the Legislature passes the bill.
Columnist Lisa Ferguson: Sun Lite for May 12, 2003
Lisa Ferguson
Hey, fella, have you taken a good look at yourself lately in the mirror? Do you like what you see? Well, even if you do, chances are the lady in your life doesn't.
Local boxing group joins with Teamsters
Former world champion Eddie Mustafa Muhammad, who organized JAB, said fighters will be asked to contribute 2 percent of their purses to a fund to be overseen by the Teamsters.
Toy Scouts: At convention, retailers check out the latest big-kids' gadgets
Kirk Baird
"You can't say 'adult toys.' Right away you think 'porno,'" said Rob Gherman, director of the National Retail Hobby Stores Association's convention and tabletop expo.
Editorial: Emergency budgets are not a bluff
In our view, the bottom-line of Guinn's proposal was about right. Although the state could put a higher increase to excellent use, the governor's amount was a good starting point. Future legislatures will be faced with urgent state needs as well, and it would be better for them if there was a precedent for passing a significant tax increase -- their task wouldn't be so hard. There are precious few days left in this session, but it is our hope legislators will take the time to read at least the highlights of Clark County's alternate school budget.
Legislative briefs for May 12, 2003
The Assembly will again consider a measure to combine the elected state offices of treasurer and controller.
Letter: Imagine traffic where Rhodes wants to build
I can hardly wait to try to get off that hill on mornings, and up that hill on evenings. They must be figuring on at least three lanes each way.
Report: Ammonia threat will not affect Tuscany
Dan Kulin
Fears of a possible ammonia leak from an ice cream plant have blocked plans to develop one residential neighborhood in Henderson but won't halt the nearby Tuscany development, officials from the city and developers said Thursday.
Letter: Welcome back to record deficits
So President Bush has already regenerated the deficit. He is on the road to becoming the No. 2 benefactor of the rich. Under Republican presidents, the rich get richer and the poor get poorer.
Letter: Huge debt marks sad day in U.S.
For those Americans who enjoyed seeing the budget surpluses during the Clinton years, and the real promise of the United States getting out of debt, that dream is over. Because of these tax cuts, the United States will be operating in ever-increasing deficits, and the national debt will be monumental.
Frustrated Gladiators routed by Detroit
George Sipple
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- A shot at the Eastern Division title and home field in the playoffs disintegrated Sunday for the Gladiators when a tightly contested game quickly turned into a 76-52 blowout.
Kim shines in rehab start vs. 51s
Nick Christensen
Byung-Hyun Kim pitched the first six innings of a 7-0 shutout victory Sunday for the Tucson Sidewinders against the 51s in a Pacific Coast League game at Cashman Field.
Birth announcements for May 12, 2003
April 27:
Derby winner Santos cleared
Richard Rosenblatt
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Jockey Jose Santos was cleared today of any wrongdoing in riding Funny Cide to victory in the Kentucky Derby, two racing sources told the Associated Press.
Latham joins Yomiuri Giants
Latham, 29, was released by the New York Yankees earlier this season and is expected to play a key role for the underachieving defending Japan Series champions, who are four games back of the Hanshin Tigers in the standings.
Columnist Susan Snyder: Wildlife area is for the birds
The crops, he said, are for the birds -- ducks, geese and other waterfowl -- that find a millet-sunflower mix appealing.
UNLV phone probe could take weeks
Steve Guiremand
An investigation into the unauthorized use of an athletic department phone code for long distance phone calls by UNLV students and athletes is expected to continue for several weeks and will likely result in NCAA-mandated suspension for some athletes.
A formula for failure: Growth, lack of funding hamper education system
By Steve Kanigher
Whether the topic is per-pupil spending, state support for kindergarten through 12th grade instruction, high school dropouts, pupil-teacher ratios or grade school test scores, Nevada falls short of most other states.
Columnist Dean Juipe: Rumjungle money is all Lewis deserves
Dean Juipe
Rumjungle money, that's what these boys ought to be using instead of the real thing.
UNLV closes out season with strong showing
Leading the way for the Rebels was senior Tianika Sharrieff, who tied Azusa Pacific's Mireya Beltran for third-place in the high jump with a season best leap of 5-feet, 7 inches.
Community briefs for May 12, 2003
Scout Expo, a trade show of Scouting, will host 100 exhibits from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday in Lorenzi Park, 3343 Washington Ave.
Double compensation law targeted
CARSON CITY -- Senate Majority Leader Bill Raggio, R-Reno, on Friday defended Gov. Kenny Guinn for allowing Public Safety Director Dick Kirkland to collect a $100,000 salary and a $70,000 government pension annually.
Cause of apartment fire still unknown
The fire apparently started in a kitchen at the Paradise Bay Club apartments near Paradise and Flamingo roads, county fire department spokesman Bob Leinbach said.
Dessert Expo to debut here; furniture show out
Organizers of the Great American Dessert Expo say between 3,000 and 4,000 people are expected to attend the show, to be conducted in conjunction with the World Pastry Forum and the National Pastry Team Championships at the Las Vegas Convention Center July 2-3.
Rebels come up short in bid to sweep Lobos
Ryan Braun (5-2) took the loss for the Rebels. He came in with the game tied 10-10 and surrendered three runs -- two earned -- in the eighth. UNLV starter Jake Vose gave up six runs on five hits in five innings.
New flights planned to Vegas
Eden Prairie, Minn.-based Northwest Airlines plans nonstop round trips leaving Milwaukee daily at 8:30 a.m., arriving at 10:15 a.m., and leaving Las Vegas at 11:10 a.m., arriving in Milwaukee at 4:37 p.m. The airline will use twin-engine Airbus A-319 and A-320 jets and compete against Midwest Express on the route.
Renna to start on row 3
One year ago, Tony Renna was an instructor at the Derek Daly Performance Driving Academy at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Nevada companies honored
Founded in May 2002, the chamber has 135 members in Las Vegas. It plans to launch several initiatives including partnerships with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to help women-owned businesses obtain resources and government contracts.
McGraw worth the wait at Mandalay Bay
Leah Robinson
Twice fans rose to their feet at Mandalay Bay Events Center on Saturday expecting Tim McGraw to appear, but he didn't. Finally the house music faded, whistles and applause got louder as a dark figure emerged from the shadows -- the microphone guy running out to place the stand.
Columnist Ralph Siraco: Distraction unfortunate for Derby winner
Ralph Siraco
On May 3, Funny Cide won the 129th Kentucky Derby. A week later, there was nothing funny about accusations that the Derby winner's jockey, Jose Santos, might have used an illegal device to prompt the electrifying victory.
VegasBeat -- Timothy McDarrah: Controversy simmers at Bon Appetit event
It's not only a tongue twister, but a tongue depressor.
Immunization schedule for May 12, 2003
NORTH LAS VEGAS PUBLIC HEALTH CENTER: 1820 E. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite F, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Nevada news briefs for May 12, 2003
CARSON CITY -- Secretary of State Dean Heller said Sunday a preliminary state plan has been adopted to comply with the new federal voting rights law.
Bill banning executions of retarded passes
CARSON CITY -- A bill that would ban the execution of mentally retarded people has been passed by the Senate and is on its way to Gov. Kenny Guinn for approval.

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