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Archive for October 22, 2005

Correction: Correction; 11:17 a.m.

Flashpoint for Oct. 22, 2005: Flashpoint for Oct. 22, 2005; 11:16 a.m.

Editorial: It's just a matter of time: Among the allegations is one stating that the department is planning the rail line while bypassing the Surface Transportation Board, the federal agency that oversees rail projects. The state has an excellent point. The board ...; 11:13 a.m.

Maine to get its first slot machines in less than two weeks: The Nov. 4 grand opening will feature a red carpet, spotlights pointed skyward and even Hollywood lookalikes, said General Manager Jon Johnson.; 11:08 a.m.

Former Black aide set up fundraiser: She asked lobbyists and other guests to contribute different food for a "Taste of North Carolina" theme. She also signed in guests at the entrance, collected some contributions and knew whether some guests were on ...; 11:07 a.m.

Nebraska cashes in on record lottery sales: "A big run like that is always good for the bottom line," said Brian Rockey, spokesman for the Nebraska Lottery.; 11:07 a.m.

Casino Bike rides on full house: Clay's custom-built Harley-Davidson Casino Bike has been featured in several national magazines and calendars. And now, Harley-Davidson representatives are considering the design for future use.; 11:06 a.m.

Southwest CEO backpedals on talk of moving headquarters: Kelly moved to squash speculation about Southwest's future when he addressed analysts and reporters Thursday.; 11:03 a.m.

Oil prices rise, but end up lower for the week: GEORGE JAHN; Light sweet crude for December delivery rose 61 cents to settle at $60.63 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Last Friday, oil futures closed at $62.63 per barrel.; 11:03 a.m.

Letter: Desalination plant an overlooked option: This would eliminate billion-dollar pipelines and eliminate the ecological disaster that would result if we were to pump Northern Nevada dry. (Remember what happened after Los Angeles started pumping water from the Owens Valley in ...; 10:42 a.m.

Letter: Ex-KJUL fans should try jazz station: I also wrote a scathing letter to Beasley Corp. expressing my feelings about "springing" country rock on us, without even a warning.; 10:41 a.m.

Letter: Another way to stop predators: Believe me, if some prominent politician's, judge's or lawyer's child was molested, laws would change fast.; 10:41 a.m.

Whittemore's latest plan for Sparks casino draws criticism: AP; Whittemore and Peppermill Casinos are seeking approval from Sparks officials to build a $100 million ranch-themed resort on 20 acres just north of a library and regional park in Spanish Springs Valley.; 10:41 a.m.

Editorial: Forest permits released: But permits to cut holiday trees in national forests will be issued now that a U.S. District Court judge has clarified a July 2 ruling that had aggravated federal officials and prompted suspension of permits ...; 10:39 a.m.

Editorial: Shackled by a lack of space: The center has 2,860 beds, but more than 3,400 detainees are held on a typical day, Chief of Detention Paul Martin told Clark County Commission members Tuesday. And a recent operational audit conducted by a ...; 10:39 a.m.

Duly noted: "I used to buy hotels for Howard Hughes," Maheu said in introducing himself over the telephone.; 10:32 a.m.

Drag racer puts brakes on multiple sclerosis: For more information about multiple sclerosis call the National Multiple Sclerosis Society toll-free at (800)-FIGHT MS. (Press 2 for the Las Vegas office.) Or go to nationalmssociety.org.; 10:29 a.m.

Maddux ready for 20th: Greg Maddux, who believes the Houston Astros will beat the Chicago White Sox in the World Series, said he hasn't regretted spending the last two seasons back in Chicago with the Cubs, and he's looking ...; 10:28 a.m.

Passion Parties spice up the night: Michelle Swafford; In a Southern Highlands home on a recent Friday night five women gathered to mingle and talk about sex.; 10:15 a.m.

Slowly selling the farm: A Las Vegas Valley farmer since his youth, the 86-year-old has poured the last three decades of his life into the Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary on Racel Street near Durango Drive.; 10:12 a.m.

Van Epp may oversee 61 acres: Dan Kulin; Van Epp, the regional president of development company Newland Communities, met Friday with Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, City Manager Doug Selby and City Office of Business Development Director Scott Adams to discuss his possible ...; 10:10 a.m.

Trail opens world of nature to Southern Nevadans: When: Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 10:08 a.m.

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