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Print edition for February 9, 2004

Barak lauds Bush's 'willingness to act'
Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak Sunday praised the Bush administration's handling of the war against terrorism and also defended the president against accusations that he misinterpreted intelligence before the invasion of Iraq.
Ted facing labor problems before it even takes off
When the blue and gold jets named Ted begin arriving at McCarran International Airport on Thursday, they'll bring more than passengers flying on the cheap and a bid to turn around the fortunes of bankrupt United Airlines.
Boyd-Coast deal creates gambling powerhouse
By Liz Benston
Boyd Gaming Corp. and Coast Casinos Inc. today announced a merger agreement worth $1.3 billion that is expected to strengthen the companies' presence in the lucrative Las Vegas locals casino market. The deal also brings together two executives from pioneering families whose fathers were casino partners about 40 years ago.
State dentists prepare for bioterrorism attack
Michelle Swafford
More than 1,000 Nevada dentists and 1,200 dental hygienists are getting ready to help the public should there be a bioterrorism attack.
Police in fewer car chases
Jen Lawson
After a more restrictive pursuit policy took effect last year, the number of Metro Police car chases dropped 20 percent, according to an internal memorandum.
Second complaint expected to be filed against Cheetahs
Sito Negron
A second complaint is expected to be filed against the liquor license of the topless club Cheetahs, which last week successfully delayed paying a more than $1 million fine based on an initial city complaint.
OPEC members gather
OPEC members gather
Lawmaker urges BIA probe
Lolita C. Baldor
WASHINGTON -- Rep. Nancy Johnson has asked for an immediate Congressional investigation into the Bureau of Indian Affairs' decision last week to grant federal recognition to the Schaghticoke Tribal Nation in Connecticut.
Obituaries for Feb. 9, 2004
James A. Davis, 91, of Las Vegas died Wednesday in a local health care center. A retired saw mill dry kiln operator, he was born June 1, 1912, in Quitman, Miss.
Letter: Border continues to be eroded
As numerous media accounts noted, President Bush made his announcement -- before an audience including representatives of major Hispanic pressure groups -- just five days before meeting Mexican President Vicente Fox at a hastily called "Summit of the Americas" in Monterrey, Mexico.
Letter: Meteor defense should be goal
Bush recklessly acts like a spendthrift who does not worry about our nation's possible bankruptcy, but only thinks about what votes he can gain knowing that he will not be the one living in the poorhouse. We should continue to fund methods to monitor space for signs of intelligent life, which can be done on Earth and/or in unmanned, orbiting spacecraft.
Eagle Scouts named
Chandler William Arnold, 14, of Las Vegas; Luke Tharin Bigler, 18, of Las Vegas; Jesus Colin Campuzano, 17, of Las Vegas; Jessie Kai Dearing, 17, of Las Vegas; Anthony Michael DeLuca, 18, of North Las Vegas; Cory Mark Fiscus, 17, of Las Vegas; Adam Jared Enrique Grafiada, 17, of Las Vegas; Derek Gene Groneman, 16, of Henderson; Taylor Jordan Hansen, 13, Las Vegas; Jeremey Allyn Hays, 16, of Henderson; Nathan Richard Henderson, 18, of Henderson; Matthew James Hunsaker, 15, of Las Vegas; Dallin Dale Hyer, 14, of Las Vegas; Kristopher Andrew Isom, 18, of Las Vegas; Chad Hunter Jackson, 14, ...
County assessor's office handling fewer appeals
The number of appeals against property tax assessments are falling in Clark County even as the total number of properties, and their values, are going up.
Community briefs for Feb. 9, 2004
In recognition of African American History month the program "People Can Fly" will be held at the following locations:
Columnist Susan Snyder: Pioneer spirit lives in Malone
But Jo Ann Malone is the woman to do it. The executive director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas last week unveiled plans for the first Great Basin Hummer Happening, which happens from June 11-13 in Ely.
Letter: Bush subverts women's rights
Bush is pushing a so-called "Family Time Flexibility Act" that allows employers to deny paid overtime and force compensatory time off, not at time and a half, but straight-time equivalents.
At Mohegan Sun, breaking world record is a cakewalk
Laura Walsh
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Mohegan Sun casino pastry chefs worked hard last week to prove that you can have your cake and eat it too.
Editorial: Looking at professors' productivity
The work that professors do is unique. Most of their work is done outside the classroom and their research or preparation for class lectures often doesn't follow a 9-to-5 regimen. Nevertheless, the Board of Regents is on the right track in seeking to increase the level of accountability. Right now, as the Sun's Christina Littlefield noted in a story Friday, professors might come in for a review just every one to three years, when they're either up for a promotion or in line for tenure. Another area that needs better oversight is outside consulting. Such work, if it results in ...
'Chopper' charged after customer confrontation
Erica D. Johnson
A local car salesman and television personality known as "the Chopper" will face criminal charges stemming from a confrontation with a disgruntled customer.
Production, not the message, is dated in 'Lenny'
The story is based on the life of foul-mouthed stand-up comic Lenny Bruce, who died of a drug overdose in 1966 at the age of 41.
Sadler still adjusting to Yates-Roush partnership
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Elliott Sadler admitted he was caught off guard the first time he pulled his Robert Yates Racing Ford into the garage during testing last month at Daytona International Speedway and both Yates and Jack Roush peeked under his hood.
Letter: Paying price for failed intelligence or massive lies
There was, however, an abundance of exaggeration, misinformation and irresponsible speculation culminating in hundreds of weapons inspectors ending their search for WMD and leaving Iraq unable to validate the serious allegations the Bush administration made. Inspectors now believe no WMD existed in Iraq when we attacked them despite Bush's repeated insistence the weapons were there.
Birth announcements for Feb. 9, 2004
Jan. 20:
Editorial: Save our wild horses
Unfortunately, Saturday's adoption may be the last one for awhile, as the Bureau of Land Management in Nevada is running out of money for the roundups and for the care and feeding of the animals until adoption time. Half of the nation's wild horses and burros reside in Nevada, but our BLM office receives only 14 percent of the federal funds made available for population control.
News briefs for Feb. 9, 2004
A man was being treated for critical injuries after falling about 20 feet at the Bellagio early this morning, Metro Police said.
Columnist Lisa Ferguson: Sun Lite for Feb. 9, 2004
Lisa Ferguson
Don't have any plans or a date for Valentine's Day? Look on the bright side: At least you won't be forced to dine Saturday night in some snooty restaurant packed with lovers who will pay entirely too much for mediocre meals and extravagant gifts in some culturally mandated attempt to prove how much they care.
Letter: Immigration plan bad for U.S.
America already faces economic and social chaos because of the millions of so-called undocumented immigrants. Our schools are a disaster. Our medical system is overtaxed. We spend billions on immigrants in subsidizing rents, food stamps, education, health care, etc.
Four Nevada students win trip to U.N.
The award is based on character, academic success, extracurricular activities, leadership ability, interest in the community and world affairs, civic welfare and a willingness to report on their trip.
School theater fire raises questions on safety
Jennifer Knight
A small fire in a theater stirred up drama at an art academy Friday and raised questions as to whether the school was safe for students.
Letter: Smokers inflict deadly harm
I believe that if our legislators were doing their job that any product containing nicotine would be classified as a dangerous drug. Also, smokers are in the minority, nonsmokers are in the majority. According to our constitution, the majority is supposed to rule.
Barber seeks School Board training on open-meeting law
By Emily Richmond
Clark County School Board member Shirley Barber wants an expert in Nevada's open-meeting law to conduct a workshop for the benefit of herself and her colleagues.
PUC investigates carbon monoxide deaths
"We will look at everything that led to the termination," Rick Hackman, manager of the commission's Consumer Complaint Resolution Division, said.
Sunset semis include scrappy Panthers
Nick Christensen
Two big injuries to his team and the prospect of facing a Centennial team that has allowed just two goals all season are not enough to get optimistic Palo Verde coach Marc Hechter down.
UNLV whipped by Utes
As she stood at center court awaiting the opening tip Sunday, UNLV's RanDee Henry literally was shivering in the Thomas & Mack Igloo -- er, Center -- wrapping her arms around herself to ward off the chill.
Sports briefs for February 9, 2004
Kimbi Daniels' second-period goal gave the Aces a 3-0 lead and enabled them to withstand goals by Chris Kenady and Greg Day in the third.
VegasBeat -- Timothy McDarrah: As decorator, Wyrick has magic touch
Timothy McDarrah
The Aladdin headliner hosted a small brunch at his house Sunday afternoon to show off his magnificent collection of illusion memorabilia: posters, props and other items.
Biffle pulls off surprise
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- One of the more improbable unions in NASCAR racing has produced a most unlikely pole-sitter for Sunday's Daytona 500.
Parole denied for two killers
CARSON CITY -- A 72-year-old mother whose son was shot to death in Las Vegas during a home burglary said she's happy the killer has been denied parole.
Columnist Ralph Siraco: Unlike NFL, Churchill Derby welcomes betting in LV
Ralph Siraco
So the National Football League stamped its foot at Las Vegas. Again. It seems the NFL doesn't quite care for the way Las Vegas celebrates its marquee event. Filling the town with fans brimming with anticipation and enthusiasm for the big game. Parties bursting with unlimited food, beverage and, oh yeah, wagering on the outcome of the championship competition.
Hunter, Rebels looking at tough challenge
Steve Guiremand
SALT LAKE CITY -- Demetrius Hunter knows he has his work cut out for him tonight when UNLV kicks off the second half of Mountain West Conference play against Utah at the Huntsmen Center.
Slot maker, Harrah's face patent lawsuit
Aristocrat Leisure Ltd., the world's second largest maker of slot machines, said an individual filed a lawsuit in Nevada against the company, alleging its "Hyperlink" branded linked jackpot games infringe on a U.S. patent.
Columnist Dean Juipe: A doubly disappointing day for Lady Rebels
Dean Juipe
Looking to take at least one step forward, the Lady Rebels, instead, took two steps back.
Court to review Galardi fine
Sito Negron
Both sides agree that the city of Las Vegas' fine against Jack Galardi was overcalculated by $78,000. The rest will have to wait until a judge sorts out the issue of whether the city had jurisdiction to fine the strip club mogul more than $1 million for crimes admitted to by his son, a former business partner.
LVCVA may provide $8 million for plaza
Dan Kulin
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority board is expected to decide Tuesday whether to give Henderson $8 million for a new plaza outside the expanded City Hall.
Friends, family mourn slain LV man
Heather Rawlyk
Family and friends who gathered Sunday evening remembered Donald Ursem as an honest man, a Corvette enthusiast and a devoted husband, father and friend.
Gaming briefs for Feb. 9, 2004
HONG KONG -- Macau gambling tycoon Stanley Ho is in talks with MGM MIRAGE to form a casino venture in the former Portuguese colony, the Sunday Morning Post reported, citing industry officials it didn't identify.
Lawsuit could cut golf course taxes
A Carson City judge is expected to rule this month in a legal battle pitting a prominent golf course developer against the Clark County assessor's office.
P.F. Chang's opens in Green Valley
P.F. Chang's opens in Green Valley
Circumstances force woman from her home
Dan Kulin
It was an agonizing choice for Judi Burns -- risk $45,000 and hope two courts would rule in her favor so she could keep her Henderson home; or give up her house, hold onto what cash she had and hope for the best in court.
Retailer closing 19 stores
RICHMOND, Va. -- Circuit City Stores Inc., the second- largest U.S. electronics chain, today said it will close 19 unprofitable superstores by Feb. 23, eliminating 901 jobs.
LV conference begins
The National Grocers Association (N.G.A.) is the national trade association representing retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry.
Job fair set for Tuesday
Participants include Station Casinos, Target, Lady Luck casino, University of Phoenix, MGM MIRAGE, Auto Trader, Sallie Mae, Medical Association of Billers, Apex Bulk Commodities, Nevada State Bank, Roto-Rooter, Bill Heard Chevrolet, Senior Support Services, American Institute of Technology, Party Lite Gifts and American Dream.

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