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Archive for November 10, 2000

Trial of Stardust shooter set for January: District Judge Donald Mosley scheduled a Jan. 2 trial date for Anthony Cuccia, who is charged with murder with use of a deadly weapon in the slaying of Philip Greenspan, 56.; 12:28 p.m.

Pahrump residents want city status: According to the Nye County Clerk's Office, 5,586 residents voted against incorporation and 3,695 voted for it.; 12:27 p.m.

Republican senator-elect plans to re-introduce conservative agenda: Scott Sonner; Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott, R-Miss., a proponent of the proposed dump at Yucca Mountain, mentioned the nuclear issue when he called to congratulate Ensign on his election victory this week.; 12:25 p.m.

Engineering firm acquired: Engineering firm acquired; 11:57 a.m.

Vegas exotic dancers sued over fees: In a Clark County District Court lawsuit, Glenn Garofano doing business as Big Time sued Tara Schutz, alleging she breached an agreement to pay $52,000 in fees for transportation to Las Vegas, lodging, assistance with ...; 11:56 a.m.

LV couple sues over tire failure: In a Clark County District Court lawsuit, Peter and Nancy Thomas, who alleged the accident occurred just days before the defendants publicly announced the recall of Firestone Radial ATX tires size P235/75R15, said their son, ...; 11:56 a.m.

LV firm sues former executive: In a Clark County District Court lawsuit, Americor Realty Inc. sued Philip Claire and P&G Realty Unlimited, alleging many of Americor's agents have left the company in the past few weeks because the defendants' alleged ...; 11:55 a.m.

LV retirement community accused of defaulting on note: The defendants include Grand Court-Las Vegas Associates, which owns Grand Court II Las Vegas, a retirement community at 4330 S. Eastern Ave.; Grand Court Facilities XVII Inc. and Sandhurst Manor Associates L.P.; 11:55 a.m.

SEC seeks receiver for LV company: The SEC sued Brycar and its president, Bryan Egan, and his wife Carol Egan, also known as Carol DeSalvio, alleging they ran a pyramid scheme where the defendants allegedly bilked hundreds of investors of millions ...; 11:55 a.m.

LV real estate conference set: The event is hosted by the real estate firm Colliers International-Nevada and the weekly newspaper In Business Las Vegas. Sponsors include Bank of America, RealCentric, XO Communications, Restrepo Consulting Group and Harsch Investment Properties.; 11:53 a.m.

Internet radio firm in bankruptcy: PORTLAND, Maine -- BroadcastAmerica.com has filed for protection from its creditors under Chapter 11 of U.S. bankruptcy law as the online broadcaster pursues a merger.; 11:49 a.m.

North Las Vegas casino posts a loss; parent company doing well in W. Virginia: Net income for the quarter was $5 million, up from $2.6 million in the year-ago period. The company earned 18 cents per diluted share, an 80 percent increase over the year-ago quarter.; 11:46 a.m.

MGM MIRAGE sells three paintings for $10.7 million: The paintings are from MGM MIRAGE's Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art in Las Vegas. Its creator, Steve Wynn, has been one of the biggest buyers at auction for himself and for the Bellagio for five ...; 11:43 a.m.

Bush camp snipes at Gore: David Espo; WASHINGTON -- George W. Bush's campaign accused Al Gore today of mounting "endless challenges" to a disputed vote count in make-or-break Florida and said the vice president should concede the race for the White House ...; 11:35 a.m.

Statistics point to more than random error in Florida vote: Jace Radke; At one in 49 million, the chances of hitting Megabucks on one spin are slim, but not as slim as the odds that Vice President Al Gore would make up as much ground as he ...; 11:28 a.m.

Reid calls for further scrutiny: Nevada Sen. Harry Reid has thrown his support to Vice President Al Gore's push for further scrutiny of the presidential race in Florida, where a recount shows George W. Bush leading by as little as ...; 11:27 a.m.

Mayor blasts McDonald: Erin Neff; Any modicum of civility at Las Vegas City Hall went out the window Thursday night when an angry Mayor Oscar Goodman ripped into Councilman Michael McDonald.; 11:26 a.m.

Parties seek advantage in redrawn districts: One of the most contentious issues facing the 2001 Legislature will be the fight over congressional redistricting in Nevada, thanks to the expected addition of a third House seat.; 11:25 a.m.

Union calls for dealer elections at nine properties: TWU officials announced Thursday that they would file petitions with the National Labor Relations Board over the next few days. The hotel-casinos that will be targeted for initial elections are Bally's, the Las Vegas Hilton, ...; 11:25 a.m.

Marketing alliance with timeshare operator expanded: As part of the expansion, a 12,000-square-foot sales center will be opened at Harrah's Las Vegas and a "reception center" at the Rio. The center will market Fairfield Grand Desert, a 416-unit timeshare complex that ...; 11:24 a.m.

Company licenses software system: The system will allow customer information to be gathered from properties across the MGM MIRAGE portfolio within seconds of being received by each property. The information can then be accessed almost immediately by any property ...; 11:24 a.m.

Candidate drops name in alleged scam: Terry Webster; Beatrice Turner wants heads to roll.; 11:18 a.m.

Virgin Atlantic buys five 747s, weighs expansion in Vegas: Buoyed by favorable passenger loads on its twice-a-week nonstop flights between London and Las Vegas, Virgin Atlantic Airlines is considering adding to its schedule here.; 11:18 a.m.

Initiative petition to break up school district fails: CARSON CITY -- The initiative petition to break up the Clark County School District has failed to qualify for mandatory presentation to the Legislature, the secretary of state's office announced today.; 11:15 a.m.

Report: 28 percent of district students short on credits: Terry Webster; Twenty-eight percent of all Clark County School District high school students in 1999-2000 were lacking the number of credits required to keep them on pace for timely graduation.; 11:14 a.m.

Growth steers power to south: CARSON CITY -- Mike McGinness must drive 1,019 miles to circle his state Senate district in central Nevada that includes six counties and parts of two others.; 11:14 a.m.

Nevada Democrats see future in Herrera: Adrienne Packer; Leaning back at the Sporting House and still aching from a bruising flag football double-header, Clark County Commissioner Dario Herrera hardly seems like a typical politician.; 11:13 a.m.

Las Vegas software operation lays off 80 to cut costs: David Strow; Preference Technologies Inc., a Las Vegas Internet software firm, announced Thursday that it laid off more than half of its workforce in a cost-cutting measure.; 11:12 a.m.

Shares of LV HMO jump: PacifiCare shares rose $4.31 to $15 in late morning trading. But even with that gain, the shares have fallen about 72 percent this year because of earnings shortfalls.; 11:12 a.m.

LV insurer sues over Texas acquisition problems: The Dallas Morning News reported Sierra is suing Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser in state court in Oakland over its purchase of the money-losing Texas Health Choice business.; 11:11 a.m.

Askew's status remains in limbo: Adrienne Packer; Clark County Manager Dale Askew confirmed Thursday that he asked a friend's advice about a severance package but emphasized he is not yet ready to surrender his job despite pressure from some commissioners.; 11:11 a.m.

Guinn may have damaged clout with Democratic lawmakers: CARSON CITY -- Gov. Kenny Guinn may have damaged his political standing with some Democrats as he pushed hard to elect Republicans to the Assembly, achieving only limited success.; 11:11 a.m.

Construction adds new twist to annual Comdex gridlock: A key road near the Las Vegas Convention Center is scheduled to close late at night next week, but it shouldn't affect Comdex traffic.; 11:10 a.m.

Analyst drops stock rating of two key gaming firms: David Strow; Raising concerns that the Las Vegas gaming industry may finally be slowing down, a prominent gaming analyst today downgraded MGM MIRAGE and Harrah's Entertainment Inc., apparently contributing to selling activity in both stocks.; 11:09 a.m.

Hettrick chosen to lead GOP again: CARSON CITY -- Assemblyman Lynn Hettrick of Minden will again lead the Republicans in the lower house in the 2001 Legislature.; 10:52 a.m.

Energy economics studied by Nevada panel: Southwest Gas Corp. officials explained how natural gas gets to Southern Nevada -- and why it's been costing so much lately -- as the education process continued Thursday for the newly formed Nevada Electric Energy ...; 10:51 a.m.

What to look for at Comdex: Cell phones: They're still getting smaller, with more bells and whistles. Some have built-in MP3 players and the capability to watch streaming video. Others are introducing prototype phones that can read fingerprints for security purposes.; 10:50 a.m.

Comdex exhibitor sues to block distribution of leaflets: In a Clark County District Court lawsuit, Argoquest Inc. of Los Angeles and its founder Jason Barzilay sued Will Knedlik of Kirkland, Wash., alleging he is trying to destroy Argoquest by threatening to transmit false ...; 10:49 a.m.

Court briefs for November 10, 2000: An 80-year-old man charged with misdemeanor battery in an August attack on gambling figure Bob Stupak is expected to plead guilty Monday.; 10:49 a.m.

Bankruptcies for November 10, 2000: Momentum Motorcycles Inc., 1010 Stephanie St. No. A-4, filed for Chapter 7, listing assets of $3,330 and liabilities of $100,127.; 10:43 a.m.

Datebook for November 10, 2000: Community College of Southern Nevada's Planetarium presents "More than Meets the Eye" at 6 and 7:30 p.m. Fridays and 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, through Nov. 18. Tickets are $3.50; $2.25 students and seniors. Call ...; 10:41 a.m.

Local news briefs for November 10, 2000: The disappearance of a woman who has not been seen since February is being investigated as a possible homicide, Metro Police said.; 10:41 a.m.

RTC OKs monorail to downtown: Bob Broadbent, whose management firm is building a monorail on the Las Vegas Strip, said the Regional Transportation Commission's decision Thursday to extend such service downtown would help modernize local transportation.; 10:40 a.m.

BLM to offer land for sale on Internet: The Bureau of Land Management for the first time Monday will offer public lands for auction on the Internet.; 10:40 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's selections for Saturday's races at Hollywood Park: 1st Race -- Gilboa - Solis scales here, draws good post for mile turf opener, competitively placed in this. Missed The Cut - Draws rail post, hot riding Pincay up, should get the catbird trip ...; 10:39 a.m.

Saturday's horse racing entries: Post Time 12:30 p.m.; 10:37 a.m.

Brashear earns deserved credit in 'Men of Honor': Max Jacobson; Starring: Robert De Niro, Cuba Gooding Jr., Charlize Theron.; 10:36 a.m.

SCORE Tecate Baja 2000 entry list: PRO CARS AND TRUCKS; 10:35 a.m.

Steven hopes to get even with Desert Pines in crucial rematch: Spencer Patterson; 4A SUNRISE REGION TOURNAMENT; 10:34 a.m.

Corrections: Corrections; 10:32 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Islanders relying on Tua, fate: Dean Juipe; National pride has played a peripheral and sometimes significant role in promoting many a professional fight. A forthright promoter will tell you that under ideal conditions he'll have a fighter in one corner who has ...; 10:30 a.m.

Prep volleyball: Durango records South's lone win: Zack Hall; RENO -- It was a tough night for Southern Nevada's girls volleyball teams in round one of the 4A State Tournament, with four of five area squads falling Thursday night at Galena High School.; 10:29 a.m.

Lewis ready for war with Tua: Dean Juipe; The weigh-in was 55 minutes away when they opened the doors and the public streamed in, confiscating every available chair.; 10:29 a.m.

Columnist Steve Guiremand: Mountain West could be virtual no-show in bowls: Steve Guiremand; It's fair to say that Mountain West Conference commissioner Craig Thompson will be keeping his fingers crossed the next few weeks.; 10:27 a.m.

'Big Smoke' returns to Las Vegas: What: Cigar Aficionado's Big Smoke Las Vegas; 10:26 a.m.

Surprisingly, Tiffany's a hardware store: The Tiffany Co. has been known for more than 100 years as a place where a person can buy the finest jewelry and silver goods.; 10:24 a.m.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: Evans returns for 'race of millennium': Walker Evans' retirement from off-road racing lasted approximately 11 months.; 10:23 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Brian Greenspun: A proper outcome: The whole world is watching. And properly so.; 10:21 a.m.

NCAA panel suspends Richardson for lying: Steve Addy; Despite handing UNLV forward Chris Richardson an open-ended suspension Thursday, the NCAA might have actually done him and the Rebels a favor.; 10:21 a.m.

UNLV treating showdown with Lobos as 'a playoff game': Steve Guiremand; Go ahead and roll out all the cliches.; 10:21 a.m.

Editorial: Take time to get this done right: Indeed, what the Florida recount is showing is that the election was even closer than anyone thought. The initial count that showed Bush ahead by 1,784 votes actually was much less after the Associated Press' ...; 10:20 a.m.

Columnist Sal DeFilippo: Like ballots, NFL games tricky for former Floridian: Sal DeFilippo; All these years of picking losers against the spread and I thought it was always my inability to pick the right team.; 10:20 a.m.

Editorial: Sister Georganne had a clear vision: Friends and associates of Sister Georganne this week noted her skills as a CEO, her ability to make anyone feel at ease and her wonderful sense of humor. She was indefatigable, always working to make ...; 10:20 a.m.

Letter: No innocence in Las Vegas: They were standing in awe, looking at the bright, shiny slot machines.; 10:19 a.m.

Letter: Don't believe N. Korea dictator: The Associated Press and Albright's acceptance of an offhand remark by a North Korean dictator should not be given any credence.; 10:19 a.m.

Letter: Nevada doesn't hold attorneys accountable: All other professional organizations have to answer to an unbiased state-run licensing bureau, such as the Contractors Board, Gaming Board, and real estate agents, etc. Why not Nevada's lawyers?; 10:18 a.m.

Sound Check -- Geoff Carter: Fatboy Slim wins on Election Day: About three weeks ago I picked up a flier from the counter at the Virgin Megastore encouraging all patriotic Americans to "Vote Fatboy Slim on November 7" -- not coincidentally the same day the Fatboy's ...; 10:17 a.m.

Columnist Muriel Stevens: 'Tis the season: Truffles' fungus is among us: Like the dogs who sniff out the white truffles in Italy at this time of year, I can sense when the earthy delights have arrived in Las Vegas. I can't explain my affection for this ...; 10:17 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: Vegas man jumps into the Mix: Meow Mix.; 10:10 a.m.

Obituaries for November 10, 2000: Blaine Clyde Baillies, 53, of Las Vegas died Monday in Las Vegas. He was born July 14, 1947, in Illinois. A resident for 20 years, he was an employee of Rice Construction in Henderson and ...; 10:08 a.m.

Pathologist rejects torture claim: Kim Smith; A Texas forensic pathologist told jurors Thursday that most of the wounds suffered by one of the victims of a quadruple murder were not the result of torture.; 10:06 a.m.

Defendant in wrong-man hit gets 5 years instead of probation: Kim Smith; Downplaying a defendant's part in the arrest and conviction of two of his friends, District Judge Sally Loehrer sentenced Kurt Johnson to five years in prison Thursday.; 10:05 a.m.

Cancer-fighting drug may limit neurological damage: Launce Rake and Mary Manning; NEW YORK -- A drug widely used for patients with cancer -- and sometimes abused by athletes -- could have far-reaching applications for limiting damage from neurological diseases, a prominent researcher said this week.; 10:05 a.m.

News of the day: 1968: Story: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who walked with death in his nonviolent battle for racial freedom, was slain by a white sniper last night on the balcony of his hotel.; 10:04 a.m.

Where I Stand 1968 -- Hank Greenspun: Daughter's quest to vote a sign of changing youth: Adults want the respect of children when they grow up. They would prefer that the young people respect age as wisdom and experience without questioning the wisdom.; 10:03 a.m.

Houston, we have a problem: Troubled star, husband Brown to play at Aladdin: Kirk Baird; Even as the singer-turned- occasional-actress and her husband, Bobby Brown, prepare to take the stage tonight for a joint concert at the Aladdin Theatre for the Performing Arts, the question still lingers as it has ...; 10:02 a.m.

Carlini offers fitting tribute to Presley: Joe Delaney; "The Dream King," starring Trent Carlini, is a musical tribute to Elvis Presley featuring key songs from the early 1950s through Elvis' death in 1977.; 10:01 a.m.

Columnist Kate Maddox: No Brown-out expected tonight: Kate Maddox; Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown are still on for tonight's concert at the Aladdin Theatre for the Performing Arts. Plagued by rumors of drug use, Houston had recently canceled a handful of appearances at the ...; 10:00 a.m.

Barbara Greenspun remembers 1968: Uphill battle was worth the effort: With attorney Ralph Denton at her side, Janie went to court to sue for her right to vote. Ralph and Janie were joined by California attorney and law professor William Treadwell. They took their case ...; 10:00 a.m.

Joe Delaney remembers 1968: Pete Fountain at the Tropicana: Joe Delaney remembers 1968: Pete Fountain at the Tropicana; 9:59 a.m.

Assembly Republicans meet, take stock: Assemblywoman Barbara Cegavske, R-Las Vegas, was picked as assistant minority leader. She had shared the job in 1999 with Assemblyman David Humke, R-Reno.; 9:24 a.m.

Overnight snow turns Carson City into a parking lot: Tom Gardner; Heavy snow falling during the morning commute slowed traffic to a crawl through Carson City and brought it to a halt on Lakeview Hill north of the capital city.; 9:24 a.m.

Fall prep playoff schedules, results: 4A SUNRISE REGION TOURNAMENT; 6:46 a.m.

With Penske, de Ferran finally got title: Mike Harris; As the most successful car owner in racing, Roger Penske has a pretty good eye for winners.; 6:22 a.m.

Scelzi on way to becoming Top Fuel great: Dick Brinster; The way Gary Scelzi is burning rubber, he might end up as one of the greatest drag racers ever.; 6:21 a.m.

Determined Martin not depressed over slump: Mike Harris; Mark Martin smiled when told that some people believe he might have lost his edge as the most intense driver on NASCAR's top circuit.; 6:20 a.m.

This week's races: NASCAR; 6:17 a.m.

Auto racing schedules, winners and points standings: Feb. 20 - Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Jarrett); 6:12 a.m.

Letter: Bayno should read Juipe: By Ron Kantowski; I hope Bill Bayno and the Rebel family read Juipe's column and realize that it is about time we really brought back the Rebels' winning reputation.; 4:00 a.m.

Columnist Joe Delaney: Voice of Jones, now at Suncoast, still soaring: Joe Delaney; We were there in the mid1950s when Jones, then a teenager, made his Las Vegas debut with his father and mother at the Thunderbird hotel, later called the Silverbird, and recently imploded as the El ...; 2:55 a.m.

Casino operator Park Place announces huge stock buyback: The share repurchase plan, authorized by the company's board of directors, took effect Friday and will remain in effect until terminated by the board. The plan was announced after the stock market closed.; 2:26 a.m.

Williams sisters to skip Fed Cup in LV: Victoria Sun; As expected, U.S. Fed Cup captain Billie Jean King announced the final two members of the team this morning.; 2:01 a.m.

Macpherson still dominating bowling tour: Victoria Sun; You can add modesty to Wendy Macpherson's list of attributes.; 2:01 a.m.

Letter: Rebels can't win big ones: By Ron Kantowski; Bill Bayno does not have what it takes to put UNLV back in the Top 25 on a consistent basis. It is time for someone in the press to start putting pressure on the UNLV ...; 1:59 a.m.

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