Article Archives for 2009-06-27

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Gov. Steve Beshear signs legislation to offset Kentucky's $1 billion budget shortfall that involves using federal stimulus money and cuts to government agencies, he said Wednesday, hours after the measure cleared the General Assembly.

Utah man back in jail pending wire fraud sentencing

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - Authorities say a convicted Utah con man arrested two months after he fled a sentencing hearing tried to fake his own death and gambled away...

Casino calls on blimp to take message to sky

When the Creek Indians wanted to publicize their $245 million Wind Creek Hotel & Casino that opened in Atmore this January, they decided to get a 178-foot floating billboard.

For What Its Worth: Many hoop dreams are crushed in the NBA Draft

We are reminded how hard it is to get drafted, as neither Weyinmi Efejuku, Jimmy Baron or Boston College's Tyrese Rice - all of whom had excellent senior years - got picked.

Big brother is watching you

For a society of citizens on hyper-alert about their privacy when it comes to protecting their identity from thieves and predators, there is a curious trend on the rise — and it's not a good one.

Release of 911 Tape Ends Police Probe of Entertainer's Death

Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans died last month.

Stars & Stripes at July 1 Cajon Classic Cruise Car Show

July 1 will feature Stars & Stripes at the Cajon Classic Cruise, Southern California’s largest weekly classic car show, 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Main Street in the heart of historic Downtown El Cajon.

With new biomass plant, Xcel Energy becomes electricity customer

When Koda Energy LLC fired up its biomass electricity generating plant in Shakopee in March, Minneapolis-based Xcel Energy Inc. turned from energy provider to energy customer.

Paramore Open Their "eyes" With New LP; Grammy-Nominated Band Return With Third Album; First Single, "Ignorance," Hits ...

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - June 26, 2009) - Fueled By Ramen recording group Paramore has announced details of their hugely anticipated new album. "brand new eyes" will land in stores and at all online retailers on September 29th. Produced by Grammy Award-winner Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Kid Rock, My Chemical Romance) and co-produced by the band, "brand new eyes" is the long-awaited follow-up to ...

Bankruptcy filing leaves Rim, Chaparral Pines in limbo

A bankruptcy filing has left Rim Golf Club members and employees in limbo as negotiations take place on the continued operation of the facility, which is complicated by not one, but two bankruptcy filings.

Melissa Etheridge rocks solo performance at New Jersey Performing Arts Center

TONY KURDZUKMelissa Etheridge performed Wednesday at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on her Live and Alone tour During her Wednesday night concert at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, Melissa Etheridge debuted a new song, "Away," that...

Jackson" death rocks House

Lawmakers have come together in an outpouring of grief Friday over the death of pop icon Michael Jackson, saying his music inspired them to try to "heal the world."

Fitch Affirms San Manuel Entertainment Authority's (CA) Issuer Rating at 'BBB-'; Outlook Stable

NEW YORK----Fitch Ratings has affirmed San Manuel Entertainment Authority's credit ratings as follows:

Stock quarter winners: casinos and nursing homes

Fund managers are rapidly running out of time if they wish to finish the second quarter holding what propelled the market to double-digit gains so far for the period.

COLUMN: Grande Prairie supports Fallen 4

In the distance, I saw her approaching the exchange point. Her hot pink tank top shone like a beacon in the fog. Ellen Savoury, my teammate, was just seconds away from finishing the second leg of the Fallen 4 Relay/Marathon.[...]

Arizona's tough laws bump Lara off Tucson card

It was hoped junior middleweight prospect Erislandy Lara would display his skills to a larger audience Friday night fighting on an undercard Friday night in Arizona, but Norm Frauenheim says Lara was the latest victim of the state's hardened visa law.

Rumor: Sprint to Release WiMAX Android Phone This Year. Who Cares?

The Android news this week isn’t all about the HTC Hero, although it feels that way. A rumor has appeared that has Sprint planning to release an Android phone this year or next that is CDMA/WiMAX-capable.

Nicholas Sylvester, Graham Rogers top Little Falls High School's Class of 2009

The top students of Little Falls High School’s Class of 2009 have been named.

Jackson" death rocks House of Representatives

Lawmakers have come together in an outpouring of grief Friday over the death of Michael Jackson, saying his music inspired them to try to "heal the world."

Marilyn look-alike contest

Marilyn Monroe look-alike contestants (left to right) Julie Meyer of Covington and Kelly Sengewald of Mt. Healthy give their best impression on stage for the Hollywood Casino Marilyn Monroe look-alike contest on Fountain Square Friday June 26.

Agua Caliente's hotel rated one of best places to stay in world

The hotel at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa was rated one of the best places to stay in the world by the travel Web site Expedia, it was announced today.

JULY FOURTH FUN

Despite economic woes, concerns about coral habitats and nesting sea turtles, Broward cities are forging ahead and staging traditional Independence Day celebrations with typical star-spangled July Fourth revelry. Just keep the day safe and leave your own fireworks at home. Most cities also prohibit pets and alcohol.

Summerfest Day 2: Keith Urban and Counting Crows

It's at least a tad ironic that one of the bigger stars in country music is named "Urban." As if that's not enough to confuse the charts, Keith Urban hails from Australia and not some backwater town in the southern United States. Neither of those things has hampered his popularity. Urban, who headlines the Marcus Amphitheater Friday night along with Counting Crows, has converted millions of fans ...

Futures Tour for June 26-28

A review of the Duramed Futures Tour as it stops in Hammond, Indiana this weekend for their tournament. Horseshoe Casino Classic will give you a good show.

Harrah's to break ground on $650M Cherokee Casino expansion

CHEROKEE, N.C. -- Harrah’s Cherokee Casino & Hotel in Cherokee, N.C., will break ground July 10 on a hotel tower to accommodate guests to the Smoky Mountains gambling destination.

Is The Bond Market Too Optimistic?

New issues hit levels last seen before the credit crunch. But proceed with caution.

Heart of Dragon City headed for foreclosure sale

The heart of what was planned as the Dragon City Casino will be pulled out this week when three of the nine parcels on the 22-acre site go up for a foreclosure sale.

Limited medical insurance plans attempt comeback

A handful of insurance companies have chosen a limited-benefit economy to step up their promotional efforts for limited-benefit health insurance.

Homebuyers sue Cosmopolitan

Frustrated homebuyers at the still under construction Cosmopolitan Resort Casino on the Strip have filed three lawsuits against the project. They claim numerous breaches of contract, and now want their money back. More than $200 million in deposits hang in the balance for the troubled development.

The Long, Hot Summer

Two years ago Gary Hamm and his wife gambled $200 at the Bellagio. About two months ago it paid off.

iPhone 3GS is jailbreakable -- does it matter?

The iPhone Dev Team says the iPhone 3GS is officially jailbreakable. But PC World's Ian Paul wonders if there's much of a market for jailbroken iPhones any more.

New law proves to be casino's ace in the hole

A bill passed this year by the State Legislature means that a Panther Lake-area casino will be able to remain open if its part of unincorporated King County is annexed into Kent next year.

Jackson Rancheria Closes 50 Rooms

The Jackson Rancheria casino and hotel has closed 50 of its 83 hotel rooms and is canceling all concerts after July 9.

Nine Killed In Oklahoma Turnpike Crash

Nine people died Friday when a tractor-trailer slammed into a line of cars stopped by an earlier accident on a northeast Oklahoma turnpike, leaving twisted metal and debris strewn on the highway and stranding miles of traffic in scorching heat.

BTW reunion to celebrate center

Dinner, dancing, cars and fireworks are just a few of the activities scheduled for this year’s Booker T. . . .

NIAGARA FALLS: City may buy spa of ill repute

Plan would replace building with parking lot, staging area.

Kiesla tames The Bear

RAMA — Byron “The Bear” Polley is from the Show-Me state. Reigning Canadian heavyweight champ Greg Kielsa of Brampton showed the Springfield, Mo. native how things are done in Canadian boxing rings last night at Rumble at Rama VIII.[...]

Bandits Hold On for Win

Osvaldo Morales clubbed his second homer in three games on Friday, sparking the Quad Cities River Bandits to a 4-2 win over the Kane County Cougars at Modern Woodmen Park.

Readers pay tribute to Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson was unquestionably the biggest pop star of the 1980s, and certainly one of the most popular recording artists of all time.

Skating to success

Joe Maloof, the owner of the NBA’s Sacramento Kings and the Palms Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, is not a skateboarder.

Michael Jackson memorabilia sells in Las Vegas

A crystal-studded shirt worn onstage by Michael Jackson: $52,500. A young Jackson's painting of Mickey Mouse: $25,000. Owning a piece of a pop icon who died before his time: Priceless.

Death creates boom in collectibles

BOSTON - Deb Elliott is saddened by Michael Jackson's sudden death, but she's also a little wealthier because of it.

Foxwoods to gather data on visitor habits

For years, Foxwoods Resort Casino, like other casinos, has collected data on the gambling preferences of its customers. But it lacked information about the non-gaming activities of the more than 40,000 daily visitors. A collaboration with Bedford, Mass.-based DataDirect Technologies has provided a link to data that gives Foxwoods information on such activities as an aid to marketing efforts, ...

9 die in turnpike accident

Nine people died Friday afternoon on the Will Rogers Turnpike when a tractor-trailer unit crashed full speed into vehicles that had stopped for another accident.

Jackson's death creates boom in collectibles, but will the market have staying power?

BOSTON - Deb Elliott is saddened by Michael Jackson's sudden death, but she's also a little wealthier because of it. The response was underwhelming earlier this month when the Volant, Pennsylvania, resident tried to auction a pair of 1980s Jackson dolls for a starting price of $9.95 apiece on eBay.

Crews find 9th victim in Okla. turnpike wreck

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says a ninth fatality in a northeast Oklahoma turnpike wreck has been confirmed after crews found another body in a car that had been caught under a tractor-trailer.

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News On 6 Night At The Drillers

Friday News On 6 night at the Tulsa Drillers. Our team was there on a mission to strike out hunger.

At least 9 killed in Oklahome turnpike traffic wreck

At least nine people died Friday when a tractor-trailer slammed into a line of cars stopped on a northeast Oklahoma turnpike by an earlier accident, leaving twisted metal and debris...

At least 8 die in Oklahoma turnpike traffic wreck

At least eight people died Friday when a tractor-trailer slammed into a line of cars stopped on a northeast Oklahoma turnpike by an earlier accident, leaving twisted metal and debris strewn about the highway and stranding miles of traffic in scorching heat for hours.

O'Mara, Farrington reach career milestones

There are so many races over the course of a season, over the course of a career that each win, unless it is in a big stakes race, gets lost in the shuffle.

Michael Jackson memorabilia on auction in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS: A crystal-studded shirt worn onstage by Michael Jackson: US$52,500. A young Jackson's painting of Mickey Mouse: U$25,000. Owning a piece of a pop icon who died before his time: Priceless. Or, at least, very expensive.

HUNNEMAN: That Pennypickle column

Voting early and often is paying off for Temecula's children's museum, recently renamed Pennypickle's Workshop for the mysterious professor who runs the joint.

Miss Nevada to have crown after all

Miss Nevada will have a crown at her coronation Saturday after all. An apologetic volunteer, not a thief, was to blame for the disappearance of the $400 crown, which turned up late Friday afternoon at a Reno alteration shop, said pageant organizer Teresa Benitez-Thompson.

Jackson items soar in value, but for how long?

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Truck Slams Into Line of Cars in Oklahoma, Killing 8

Traffic was stopped on the Will Rogers Turnpike northeast of Miami because of an earlier crash at the time

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Sacramento Kings owner and Etnies team up for skate contest

Orange County event is expected to draw pros seeking big dollars.

Bandit makes off with Miss Nevada crown

RENO — A crown set to be awarded to the winner of the Miss Nevada pageant Saturday was stolen from Circus Circus in Reno, the pageant’s executive director said in a news release Thursday.

Jackson Rancheria Cancels Shows Over Safety Concerns; Casino Remains Open

Leaders at the Jackson Rancheria Casino have cancelled all shows in its ballroom, closed a portion of the hotel and shut down a restaurant until further notice following safety concerns.

Jackson Memorabilia Sells For $205K In Vegas

A collection of 21 items of Michael Jackson memorabilia sells for $205,000 at an auction held in Las Vegas just a day after his death.

Fans pay tribute at wax museum

LAS VEGAS - Madame Tussauds Las Vegas has placed its Michael Jackson figure in front of the wax museum to let fans and tourists pay tribute to the late singer.

Bradley on the fast track in boxing's hot division

Timothy Bradley defends his WBO super-lightweight title against Nate Campbell on Aug. 1 on Showtime

Last-minute planning leads to holiday scheduling changes

This year’s Fourth of July fireworks display won’t be on the Fourth of July.

The Gloucester County Times

CAMDEN Ð A Pennsylvania man was sentenced Friday to more than 13 years in federal prison Friday for committing two bank robberies in New Jersey and one bank robbery in Pennsylvania, Acting U.S. Attorney Ralph J. Marra, Jr. announced.

Be Afridi, Be Very Afridi.

—A placard on display at the T-20 World Cup final. Pakistan won and Shahid Afridi was Man of the Match in both, semis and the final. All Aboard The Bus This being the season of introspection, Karnataka CM Yediyurappa is holding a two-day 'manthan' at a resort on the outskirts of Bangalore.

More construction ahead at Lears, Anderson and Cemetery roads

Road and trail construction has been a common sight in the commercial area near U.S. 131 South in recent weeks, and the trend will continue as the summer goes on.

9 Killed In Okla. Turnpike Traffic Wreck

Michael Jackson 911 emergency call released

The Los Angeles Fire Department has released the emergency call for help from Michael Jackson's home. Related Stories 3m drank to death after end of USSR Farrah Fawcett, icon of 12 million bedroom walls, is dead Serial killer farmer who butchered women and fed them to pigs loses appeal Michael Jackson doctor identified Michael Jackson insisted promoter hired doctor

Cestone leaves FNCB

DUNMORE – A First National Community Bank director behind a stalled townhouse development in Mountain Top resigned from the board weeks after the lender said it would write off more than $4 million in loans defaulted on by project developer W-Cat Inc.

Nevada Supreme Court lets Las Vegas casino collect state insurance pool money

CARSON CITY (AP) — The Nevada Supreme Court says the MGM Mirage and another Las Vegas company can recover hundreds of thousands of dollars from a state insurance pool.

Miss Nevada crown not stolen, after all

Miss Nevada will be crowned, with a crown, on Saturday night.

Hard Rock to open gambling center in Hungary

The first Las Vegas-style gambling center in Europe will be built in northwest Hungary, Hard Rock chairman Jim Allen said in Budapest on Friday. Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hungary will be built near the Austrian and Slovak border at a cost of 5 billion euros over 10 years, Allen told a press conference. The hotel and casino complex will be built in the town of Bezenye, 160 kilometers from ...

Taking a Chance

For better or worse, Gov. Ted Strickland is gambling on Ohio's future with plans to allow up to 12,200 slot machines at seven horse racing tracks in the state, local residents say. Facing a $3.

'Lefty' looks to return to winners' circle

FARMINGTON — Trainer Joel Marr will send out the very talented gelding Lefty Who, in hopes of reversing his two-race losing streak, as the likely favorite in today's Din Stakes, the featured event on SunRay Park and Casino's final Saturday of the 44-day season.

Bristol pays tribute to Michael Jackson

Heartbroken fans from across Bristol paid tribute to Michael Jackson as news of his sudden death sent shockwaves around the world.

Indiana tax law and fees burden casinos

Indiana's race track casinos are justified in asking for a legislative change and a chance to survive. They need and deserve an appropriate correction by the state to a tax and fee structure that doesn't work.

No budget, few services, Daniels says

License branches, casinos, lottery will be shut down if budget isn't passed by midnight Tuesday, Gov. warns.

Molitor wins split

RAMA — Steve Molitor vowed to return to the ring to prove he is one of the world’s best boxers.[...]

Move a mountain? SandFest organizers think big

SandFest organizers are pulling down a mountain on the North Spit to give more people an opportunity to experience the revived dune event’s second year.

Casino show mixes theater, live concert

Casino Arizona's ''Showstoppers Live!'' is a cross between theater and a concert: it's a little bit of acting and a lot of music.

HOMER-CENTER: Approved budget includes tax increase

CENTER TOWNSHIP - With no significant changes from the plan presented last month and two fewer opposing votes, the Homer-Center School District board of directors on Thursday enacted the 2009-2010 fiscal year budget.

Jones surprises all on first day of Futures event at Lost Marsh

HAMMOND | The Horseshoe Classic marks the eighth Duramed Futures Tour event for rookie Christina Jones.

At least 8 die in Okla. turnpike traffic wreck

MIAMI, Okla. — At least eight people died Friday when a tractor-trailer slammed into a line of cars stopped on a northeast Oklahoma turnpike by an earlier accident, leaving twisted metal and debris strewn about the highway and stranding miles of traffic in scorching heat for hours. Emergency crews worked well into the evening to untangle the wreckage and determine whether there were additional ...

Molitor beats Ruiz in super bantamweight bout

Steve Molitor outpointed Mexico's Heriberto Ruiz on Friday night to win the IBF super bantamweight title eliminator.

Meijer in talks to open Detroit store

Meijer is in negotiations to open its first store in Detroit, at Woodward and Eight Mile next to the Michigan State Fairgrounds, to anchor the long-awaited Shoppes at Gateway Park development. The opening of a Meijer would mark the return of a major grocer to the city, which has been without one since 2007.

Clues sought after 9 deaths on Will Rogers Turnpike

MIAMI, OK — Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers can’t remember a worse wreck than the one that killed nine people Friday on the Will Rogers Turnpike, a spokesman said."This is quite possibly the largest death toll in a single crash,” patrol Lt. George Brown said. It’s the worst in memory for troopers with more than 20 years of service, he said.A tractor-trailer slammed into a line of cars stopped ...

Canadian Molitor wins split decision over Ruiz

Please read the full story on TSN.ca for the latest details

Pocket Savings, Not Plastic, of Loyalty Cards

RISMEDIA, June 27, 2009-(MCT)-Ever feel loyalty-card overload? It's not only groceries and drugstores that ask you to tote a loyalty card for sale prices and goodies. The free bar-coded cards are offered by retailers selling electronics, books, office supplies, sporting goods and pet-care products. Good news: Now you can ditch those ...

Boxers move on to finals

Bryan Porritt is proud of his nickname “Huggy Bear.” “I have a friend I work with and they call him Pooh Bear,” Porritt said. “The people at where I work wanted to give me a nickname, too. I love it.”

Miss Nevada Crown Back; Not Stolen

Miss Nevada will have a crown at her coronation Saturday after all.

'The Hangover' - a hilarious guys' night out flick

Do you want to know what happens at a bachelor's party or at an all-guys outing in Las Vegas? Or are you just looking for some mindless fun? Go watch "The Hangover", a film full of sexual innuendos but really funny nevertheless.

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

The search for $10 million in local funding to renovate the aging Tullio Arena looks likely to end with Erie County government. But it did not start there.

Impasse may shut down state

INDIANAPOLIS -- Gov. Mitch Daniels warned Friday that all nonessential government functions -- including casinos, the lottery, Bureau of Motor Vehicles and state parks -- will close at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday if state legislators can't agree on a budget by the June 30 deadline. Daniels' remarks came in response to comments made the day before by House Speaker B. Patrick Bauer that the special ...

Harigae takes lead with a 65, but she's shot better

HAMMOND -- For almost anyone else on the Duramed Futures Tour, it would have been the round of the year. It wasn't even Mina Harigae's best round this month. Harigae fired a 7-under-par 65 in the first round of the Horseshoe Casino Classic on Friday, setting a Futures course record at Lost Marsh and staking herself a three-stroke lead entering today's second round. The Futures' money leader, ...

With some help from her dad

HAMMOND -- When she arrived at Lost Marsh on Friday, Sara Brown had every intention of playing without a caddie. She was going to let her father sit this one out. "I was just going to let him walk around and watch," said the 23-year-old from Tuscon, Ariz. "I thought it was going to be really hot, and I didn't want him to pass out or anything." It wasn't hot, but it was windy at the first ...

At least 9 killed in Oklahoma turnpike traffic wreck

At least nine people died Friday when a tractor-trailer slammed into a line of cars stopped on a northeast Oklahoma turnpike by an earlier accident, leaving twisted metal and debris...

Foreclosure counselor lives for happy endings

Despite their training, foreclosure counselors, such as Marlene Santiago, find it tough to handle the stress of homeowners struggling to keep their homes.

Tribe says clinic plan not about gambling

A five-member Indian band long frustrated in attempts to open a casino is seeking to build a medical clinic in East County, a plan critics call a back-door way for the tribe to finally get its gambling hall.

Bidders fight for Michael Jackson memorabilia at Las Vegas auction

Behind a long table crowded with laptops, phones, papers and auction catalogs, a painting is leaning up against the wall. Its image is pleasant but unremarkable — except for the signature. Written in careful print it reads “Mike Jackson.” The painting is one of 21 Michael Jackson-related items that were auctioned off Friday at Planet Hollywood at a Julien’s Auctions-run sale of celebrity ...

‘Hangover’ brings new customers, campaign to Caesars

What do you get when you throw four inebriated bachelors, a tiger and a baby into a suite at Caesars Palace? One of the summer’s biggest movies, a new marketing campaign and people curious about your hotel. And that’s exactly what Caesars Palace wanted.

The Elevator: Gonzaga and those other teams

Who’s going to the penthouse in local sports — and who’s getting the shaft.

Rock hounds find 'grenade' on hill

State officials have secured what appears to be a military-style explosive device found near downtown Deadwood. Whether it actually is a grenade won't be verified until experts detonate the item sometime next week, a state Division of Criminal Investigation spokesman said.

Six not-to-be-missed auto museums

Although I've visited a fair number of auto museums over the years, I've barely scratched the surface of what's out there. Nonetheless, here's a list of those automotive assemblages that have turned my crank well past top dead centre.

Island may be given to tribe

PRINCESS ANNE -- The owner of an island in the Pocomoke Sound said he wants to turn it over to an Indian tribe and "have it be a resource that brings people to Somerset County."

News: Mike Arnaoutis; AAPRP 2009 Awards

NORTH BERGEN, NJ - "Mighty" Mike Arnaoutis made his return to the ring a victorious one with a ten-round unanimous decision over the highly-motivated Doel Carrasquillo in front of a capacity crowd at North Bergen, NJ's Schuetzen Park. Scores were 98-92, 96-94 and 96-94.

Jackson memorabilia nets $205,000 in Vegas

LAS VEGAS '' A crystal-studded shirt worn onstage by Michael Jackson: $52,500. A young Jackson's painting of Mickey Mouse: $25,000. Owning a piece of a pop icon who died before his time: Priceless.

Man is injured in fall at Busch

ST. LOUIS — An Illinois man fell about 10 feet from Busch Stadium's upper deck into a row of seats below shortly before the start of Friday's game.

Molitor earns split decision in ring

Even though no titles were at stake, last night's main event between Steve (The Canadian Kid) Molitor and Heriberto Ruiz felt like a championship fight.

Bronze Bomber unleashes another first-round knockout

From staff reports When ESPN2's Friday Night Fights came on the air Friday night, boxing trainer/analyst Teddy Atlas said Tuscaloosa heavyweight boxer Deontay Wilder was 'all right hand.'

All things Sands

13 essential questions and answers about Bethlehem's new casino It's just a month old, and the the glittery Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem on the former site of Bethlehem Steel is drawing large and enthusiastic crowds, attracted to its 3,000 slot machines, nightlife and eateries. Whether or not you've ventured to the casino yet, you're likely to have some questions about the place. Here's a guide ...

Nursing homes, hotels top market performers

One factor moving the stock market these days is time, which fund managers are rapidly running out of if they wish to finish the second quarter holding what propelled the market to double-digit gains so far for the period.

Man falls from Busch upper deck

An O'Fallon man fainted in the front row of Section 454 in the upper deck at Busch Stadium on Friday fell head-first about 12 feet onto a row of seats below in Section 354.

Farmers market hitting Riverside casino

Riverside Casino leaders are betting everyone wins at a new endeavor the casino has launched.Farmers market vendors will be hawking produce, crafts and baked goods in the casinoand#146;s parking lot once a month through September.Veggies and slots might not be synonymous, but public relations director Sharon Haselhoff sees the market as an added draw for people coming to dine, stay or gamble at ...

First National Community Bancorp director resigns from board

A director of First National Community Bancorp Inc. whose partnership defaulted on nearly $4 million in loans from the bank has resigned from its board, the bank announced in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday. Michael

Chesnutt honky- tonks casino

DEVOL, Okla. — Shade was rare as a cool breeze on the sun-baked parking lot of the Kiowa Casino Friday night.

Jackson items up for auction

A collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia is up for auction in Las Vegas -- a potentially lucrative coincidence a day after the singer's death.

Lake County Sheriff's logs: Sunday, June 21

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Win returns Molitor to IBF title contention

Steve Molitor vowed to return to the ring to prove he is one of the world's best boxers.

Announcement of local-share projects delayed

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Casino complaint deadline nears

Government must respond about Beloit casino project

Nevada lawmakers help make solar a hot commodity

Charged with reworking the state's renewable energy policy, Assemblywoman Marilyn Kirkpatrick had one major objective during the recent legislative session: Don't give away the farm, er, the desert.

A successful reboot for Burrick

Brad Burrick, version 2.0, reigns supreme. Burrick, a software developer from Roseville on his second round through the mixed-martial arts world, claimed the King of the Cage World Middleweight Belt in a match last weekend at the Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant.

O'Fallon man injured in fall from Busch Stadium's upper deck

An O'Fallon man fainted in the front row of Section 454 in the upper deck at Busch Stadium on Friday fell head-first about 12 feet onto a row of seats below in Section 354.

The complete Summerfest lineup for Saturday

Milwaukee's own BoDeans (pictured) are slated to play at the Miller Lite Oasis on Saturday night at Summerfest. Barenaked Ladies will headline on the Briggs and Strattong Big Backyard.

Perfect figure

RENO — Cathy Vega, a secretary at Elko High School, participated in the 2009 Nevada State Figure Championships on June 6 at the Atlantis Hotel in Reno.

West Wendover man faces sex charges

ELKO — A West Wendover man faces two felony charges and one gross misdemeanor after he allegedly groped a woman in a stairwell in a parking garage at the Wendover Nugget Casino.

Meet South Dakota's finest

Aberdeen Detective Chris Gross takes it personally if he can't solve a crime....

Garcia making name for self in Shotokan Karate

Tulare's Billy Garcia has over 20 years of karate and kickboxing experience.

Man gets 11 years in two bank heists

A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to more than 11 years in federal prison Friday for robbing two banks in South Jersey and one in suburban Philadelphia.

State's Distribution Of Casino Revenue Faulted In Report

While documenting the tribal casinos' undeniable impact on Connecticut's economy, a report released Friday also finds that the state fails to distribute its share of the casinos' revenues in an equitable way. Titled “Gambling in Connecticut: Analyzing the Economic and Social Impacts,” the report recommends the state address the negative effects Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun have on the ...

Fireworks, festivities planned around county for July 4 holiday

LAKE COUNTY – Lake County is home to numerous fireworks shows during the Fourth of July holiday, many of which dazzle the skies over Clear Lake, illuminating the water’s surface.

Firms still hashing out deal on ‘green’ lighting

SHAMOKIN — Negotiations continue between city-based D/E Associates Inc. and GreenLite Scientific, of Blue Bell, to produce a component for GreenLite’s LEC flat-panel light source.

New owners upgrading Palomino strip club that will be featured on Playboy TV

The Palomino Club's former owner and his son are heading to prison for life, but the North Las Vegas strip club's future looks brighter, at least for the short term.

Kardashians celebrate birthday in Las Vegas

Today’s first family of reality TV brought their small-screen personas to real life Las Vegas last night as the Kardashians invaded Caesars Palace.

Mental illness neednât rule out workplace success

NORTH BEND — Working at the North Bend Senior Center is a dream job for Dora Short. She has friendly customers, a considerate boss and a flexible schedule. The job motivates her to get out of the house every morning, which wasn’t always easy for her.

Cahill doubts effectiveness of new taxes

Criticizing tax hikes in next year's state budget, Treasurer Tim Cahill Friday doubted they will yield their projected $1 billion.

Letters to the Editor published Saturday, June 27, 2009

Unhappy with school funding? I just wanted to voice my opinion on the article concerning paving the roads instead of using the money for the schools. First of all, the Rainbow Rock did their roadway, but I do know that they pay homeowners’ fees. Is that where the money came from?

Ute museum set to close today

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe will close its cultural center and museum today by giving old-timers a chance to recollect what they remember about the building - built in 1972 - that has housed, among other things, a radio station and community center before its current incarnation.

State to get advocate on gambling

Victoria to get new community advocate on gambling after report finds locals should have more influence over multibillion-dollar betting industry.

Summerfest Day 3: KISS

If there is any band that can pull off being pretentious without pretense, it's KISS. The self-proclaimed "Hottest Band in the World" comes to Summerfest on Saturday night, making it the first Marcus Amphitheater headliner that requires a battalion of firefighters on hand in case the venue literally goes up in flames.

Broomfield Bash is back, bound for beach

Broomfield seems to have just about everything but a beach. That's obvious. What is harder to see, is that Broomfield also has a lot of people in need. The Broomfield Community Foundation aims to change that. So for one night, complete with tropical attire, fruity umbrella drinks, casino games and prizes, the foundation will host Broomfield's biggest beach party. The Bash at the Beach is the ...

Still disappointed by UFC 99 loss to Hardy, Davis seeks changes in MMA judging

Nearly two weeks after his UFC 99 split-decision loss to Dan Hardy, UFC welterweight Marcus Davis (16-5 MMA,...

Twenty good years

Coquille Indian Tribe members have a lot to celebrate at this weekend’s 20th anniversary event, including their culture, their history and prospects for a plentiful future.

Molitor goes the distance

Before meeting Mexico's Heriberto Ruiz at Casino Rama, Mississauga's Steve Molitor promised boxing fans a definitive win, one that would assure the public he's fully recovered from his first pro loss, and one that would propel him toward becoming the greatest Canadian fighter ever.

Jackson items up for sale

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia is up for auction in Las Vegas - a potentially lucrative coincidence a day after the singer's death.

AARP Announces 2009 Awards | BoxingInsider.com

Darien, Connecticut – June 26, 2009 – The American Association of Professional Ringside Physicians (AAPRP) announced today its 2009 AAPRP Award Recipients.

Los Lunas school administrators attend institute to build goals, future

Los Lunas Los Lunas was only one of eight school districts in the nation awarded a grant by the prestigious Wallace Foundation, which paid for about 80 administrators within the district to attended the Los Lunas Schools Leadership Institute held at Isleta Casino and Resort this week.

Net closes on the Pink Panther robbery gang

Formed in the wilds of Balkans bandit country in the aftermath of the Yugoslav civil war an elite gang of jewel thieves have become a target for Interpol reports Colin Freeman

Canadian boxer regains confidence

Steve Molitor defeated Mexico's Heriberto Ruiz by a split decision to win an IBF title eliminator at Casino Rama on Friday, previous loss to Cabellero now fading

What now for schools in need?

If some of the 4,000 Boone County students who spend at least part of their day in a trailer instead of a classroom have a chance to attend school in a new building, would they really care if money for the project came from a casino in Florence?

Westwood would have said no to gambling

Had he been in Frankfort Westwood said he would have opposed the casino gambling bill that was killed by a committee on which he sits.

Grand Funk Railroad Performs At Belterra Casino

Grand Funk Railroad is getting closer to home.

Jamaican parliament to debate casino plan

(AP:SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico) Jamaican lawmakers will soon debate whether to allow casinos on the island to fight the effects of the global economic downturn.

Get Out: Celebrate Chinatown, Poketo Pop Up Shop, Create:Fixate's 'Build,' Art Opening, Fundraiser Sale

Photo by the_mule via the LAist Featured Photos pool on Flickr Chinatown's Anniversary Party Tonight from 7-11 p.m. head down to Chinatown to enjoy a free festival commemorating the anniversary of the establishment of “New Chinatown,” built when the original Chinatown enclave was taken over for the construction of Union Station. Actress April Hong and Comedian Ewan Chung will emcee the event ...

SBMA shuts down hotel

What remained of a large group of hotels and a casino formerly controlled by a Hong Kong gaming and leisure company was shut down and barricaded by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority on Friday.

Pittsburgh-area harness track firm files Chap. 11

HOUSTON, Pa. (AP) — The company that runs the harness racing operation at The Meadows Racetrack & Casino near Pittsburgh has filed Chapter 11. MEC Pennsylvania Racing filed for the bankruptcy reorganization last week in Wilmington, Del. where the company is incorporated.

Canadian Steve Molitor wins split decision over Heriberto Ruiz

RAMA, Ont. - Canadian boxer Steve Molitor rebounded Friday from his only career loss - and regained his confidence in the process.

Brooklyn's Danny Jacobs stays unbeaten with win over George Walton

Danny Jacobs was downright flawless in his middleweight bout with George Walton on Friday night. The talented boxer from Brooklyn dominated the action in the center of the ring as he improved his record to 17-0 with 15 knockouts.

Truth behind dream cruise which 'resembled Titanic '

A dream cruise turned into a life-threatening ordeal for more than 2000 people, with an official report revealing a combination of events led to mayhem and carnage aboard the New Zealand-bound ship. Seventy-seven passengers and...

Molitor connects in return to ring

It was a night for answers. It was a night for Steve Molitor, the Canadian Kid, the 122-pound counter-puncher, to try and erase the bad, bitter memory of a brutal fourth round knockout defeat to Celestino Caballero last November

Saturday June 27, 2009 - 12:23 EST

What Is Keno Tracking? On my last visit to my local casino, I had two security guards come up to me and accuse me of "tracking" on the keno machine I was playing, and threatened to take the cards "away" on which I had some favorite birthday numbers written down!

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Catch a falling star

A FEW weeks ago Jodi Gordon was riding high. At only 24 she already had a Logie, a successful television career and was sharing a luxury home with her boyfriend.

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Governor Beshear signs budget-balancing proposal