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Volume 16, Issue 24 August 20-26, 2014 Ward 5 Chamber of Commerce Member

David Thomas’ client loses endorsement By Rolando Larraz “Judge Ochoa put his finger in have witnessed the altercation but Thomas was running his campaign, Las Vegas Tribune my face and yelled at me that ‘You no one wanted to speak about it, making him a liar and, up to a point, Family Court Judge Vincent better f***ing quit spreading ru- applying the “see no evil, hear no unfit to be wearing the respectable Ochoa, a client of bully political mors about me that I fall asleep on evil” statement that law enforce- and impeccable black robe. consultant David Thomas, lost the the record,’” Stoffel wrote. ment hates so much when conduct- Judge Ochoa may not be the endorsement of the Clark County The affidavit came to life in sup- ing an investigation. only Dave Thomas client that could School District Police officers af- port of a motion filed by Stoffel to “I believe Judge Ochoa used ter- be exposed during this election ter the organization learned that disqualify Ochoa in all cases in- rible judgment coming up to me to campaign; at least two more could Judge Ochoa does not grant over- volving Roberts Stoffel Family try and intimidate me, use foul lan- be disgracefully highlighted in the night visits to the father for the first Law Group, but Chief District guage, etc., especially in the pres- spotlight before the November 4 six months of the life of his child. Judge Jennifer Togliatti denied the ence of other legal professionals,” general election. Not only is that against the law, it’s request to disqualify Ochoa from Stoffel wrote in an affidavit and Ochoa is supposed to remove the clearly against the natural instincts hearing all future cases. later commented on during an ap- endorsement from all of his cam- of a father to have the opportunity Witnesses admitted that Family pearance on the radio show Face paign signs and materials, but there of bonding with his child taken VINCENT OCHOA Court Administrator Leonard Cash, The Tribune, where he is a regular. is no proof that it has been done, away from him at the child’s birth. agitated and aggressive manner Family Court judges and even Ne- Judge Ochoa became a stranger which may be another violation to Ochoa admitted to factoring in during the convention on March 6 vada Supreme Court Justices at- to the Las Vegas Tribune when he add to Dave Thomas’ client, Judge the gender of the parent in viola- of this year. tended the convention and may denied to the newspaper that Dave Vincent Ochoa. tion of Nevada Custody Laws. This is a clear violation of NRS 125.480, best interests of child pref- Texas Gov. turns himself in on felony charges erences; preference must not be Perry said, “I’m going to fight this given to either parent for the sole Texas Gov. Rick Perry injustice with every fiber of my reason that the parent is the mother being. And we will prevail.” or the father of the child. indicted for Abuse of Perry, the longest-serving gov- At the beginning of this year, Power: Booked, ernor in Texas history, was indicted during a State Bar of Nevada Fam- for coercion and official oppression ily Law Convention, a confronta- fingerprinted, and had for publicly promising to veto $7.5 tion took place between Judge mugshot taken million for the state public integ- Ochoa and his challenger in this By Perly Viasmensky rity unit, which investigates wrong- election. Las Vegas Tribune doing by elected officials and is run According to an affidavit pre- On Tuesday, August 19, 2014 by the Travis County District pared by Attorney Jason Stoffel, Texas Governor Rick Perry pre- Attorney’s office. Judge Ochoa confronted him in an sented himself at the county court- The governor threatened the house for booking on two felony veto if District Attorney Rosemary counts after a grand jury indicted Lehmberg stayed in office after a My Point him on abuse of power for his at- drunken driving conviction. tempts to remove Travis County Lehmberg refused to resign and of View District Attorney Rosemary Perry carried out the veto, drawing Lehmberg and for carrying out a an ethics complaint from a left-lean- By Rolando Larraz threat to veto funding for state pub- ing government watchdog group. “Chi Chi get the Yeyo!” lic corruption prosecutors. Many top national conserva- Saturday night, Aug 16, was a Lehmberg was arrested last year tives, and some Democrats also, very special evening for two men for driving while intoxicated and have lined up to support him, in- who first worked together in the Gov. Perry attempted to remove her cluding some potential future White historic movie, “Scarface,” in 1983, from her position as a District At- Texas Governor Rick Perry House rivals. and 10 years later (1993) appeared torney. ent behavior after she was brought in the Golden Globe nominated Lehmberg was arrested in April to the police station. film, “Carlito’s Way,” as Holly- of last year after a witness called Reports claim that Lehmberg wood legend Al Pacino (The God- 911, describing her as driving er- was yelling and insulting police father), and comedian Angel ratically, swerving back and forth officers and demanded that they call Salazar, came together in Las Ve- into a bike lane and into oncoming Travis County Sheriff Greg gas, Nevada. traffic. Hamilton. Pacino was in the middle of his According to reports, officers at According to the arrest report one-man show at the Mirage Ho- the scene found an open bottle of she was allegedly slurring her tel, in the packed Terry Fator The- vodka in her car, and a blood sample words, disoriented and very clearly ater; and Salazar, who portrayed obtained hours later on that evening intoxicated. Walberto in Carlito’s Way, was sit- showed a blood alcohol level of Gov. Perry was booked on two ting in the audience with some 0.239 — almost three times the le- felony counts for allegedly carry- friends. gal limit in Texas. ing out political threats. During the Q & A from the au- Lehmberg’s arrest attracted Before walking into the Travis dience, Comedian/Actor Salazar headlines for her alleged belliger- County Courthouse in Austin, Gov. Travis County District Attorney Rosemary Lehmberg took to the microphone and said, “Mr. Pacino, ‘Sheck it out!’... It’s Chi-Chi, your little side kick from Larry Burns returns to RadioTribune.com Scarface!” A big smile came across Pacino’s face as he peered out into By the Las Vegas Tribune Staff violent crime throughout our Lombardo, the present undersher- the audience. “Who is that? Chi Sheriff candidate Larry Burns county by building stronger rela- iff with the administration of Sher- Chi?!” The audience immediately returns to radiotribune to use the tionships between officers on the iff Douglas Gillespie, who many recognized Salazar as one of the co- microphones of the popular radio street and the community. As sher- see as being just as responsible as stars from the cult movie, station to pass his message to Clark iff, I will conduct a thorough review the sheriff for all the problems faced “Scarface,” and erupted into ap- County voters one more time on of Metro’s budget to ensure every by the department, referring to plause. Angel responded, “I just Thursday, August 27 at noon dur- funded position is in the best inter- Lombardo as Gillespie’s ‘anointed wanted to tell you man, I GOT THE ing the Face The Tribune radio est of the community. I also pledge one’ who is expected to inherit the YEYO!!!” Then Angel pulled out show. to hold Metro and every employee office as happened with the last few a huge plastic bag filled with white Burns, a retired Las Vegas Met- to the highest standards of service administrations. powder. The crowd went nuts when ropolitan Police Department cap- — not just duty, but real service to Face The Tribune is broadcast on he said that quotable famous line tain is not only the most likable, but our community. I believe we must radiotribune.com daily at noon and from the hit movie! also the most qualified candidate do more to improve school safety, hosted by former four-time Nye Angel jumped up onstage with for the position of sheriff in the and I am committed to sending of- County District Attorney Bob Al and moderator John November 4 election. ficers to non-injury auto accidents, Beckett and Las Vegas activist and Katsilometes. Al immediately gave The majority rank and file of the LARRY BURNS as we did until recently. I am very State Senate candidate Ed Uehling; Angel a big hug while the audience department believes that electing nection between the community honored to have the strong support the show is produced by Rolando applauded, and called out his Burns as the next Sheriff of Clark and the police department has been of the men and women who put Larraz, owner of the station and Las character’s name, “Chi Chi get the County will improve relationships very stressed and strained; residents their lives on the line every day to Vegas Tribune newspaper. Yeyo!!!” Angel took this moment and communication with the com- have been afraid of the police in- respond to emergencies and keep Most of the candidates running to plug his upcoming Vegas engage- munity and will upgrade morale in stead of trusting them, instead of our neighborhoods, streets and in this year’s election — as well as ment. “Hey everybody, ‘sheck it the department, benefiting the resi- seeing the police department as schools safe,”Larry Burns has said every public official in the County out!’ On Monday I open at the dents of Clark County. their allies and the protectors of all. on several occasions. — have been guests on Face The Laugh Factory at the Tropicana For the last few years the con- “I am committed to reducing Burns is running against Joe Tribune at one time or another. hotel!” The audience applauded as he jumped back down into the FROM THE DESK OF GORDON MARTINES crowd. After the show Angel posed for Once trust is damaged or lost, it cannot at least 50 photos with Scarface fans before going backstage to see Al in the green room. Al and Angel then be repaired without a complete purge posed for more photos backstage. By Gordon Martines custody, searched, handcuffed and door to the vehicle, and began run- Shooting was submitted to the Angel not only appeared in the By all accounts the situation in placed in the front seat, inside a ning away within the confines of a Coroner’s Inquest which yielded a cult classic “Scarface,” he also ap- Ferguson, Missouri is very similar plain unmarked police car, for even- fenced-in apartment complex park- verdict of justifiable homicide by peared opposite Pacino in his other to the incident that occurred in, and tual transport to the police station. ing lot. the officers. hit gangster classic, “Carlito’s was lied about by, our very own Swave Lopez was left alone in the Detectives noticing the fleeing As was recently learned, in Way.” Check Out Angel Salazar LVMPD Administration. Back in police car and essentially purposely suspect running away shot the un- 2013, and told by some of the ac- Aug. 18-24, Monday through Sun- 2006, Swave Lopez, a black youth ignored by all, until Lopez slipped armed fleeing suspect several times tual participants and witnesses at day inside the Laugh Factory at the arrested on suspicion of murder by his handcuffs to the front, unlocked in the back, killing him. Informa- the scene, the actual crime scene (See My Point of View, Page 2) LVMPD detectives, was taken into the seat belt, opened the passenger tion about the Officer Involved (See From the Desk, Page 4) Page 2 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 Obama’s hypocritical audacity: Mr. President, your rules are the wrong game-changers! By Jon Kraushar rate taxes.” (a.) Illegal “recess” appointments documented sexual assaults. friendly-to-business regime, the Special to The Las Vegas Tribune First, who is Mr. Obama to lec- to the Consumer Financial Protec- Even the sycophantic main- U.S. corporate tax rate is the high- This past weekend, on Fox News ture anyone that “You don’t get to tion Bureau and the National Labor stream media are exasperated with est in the world. This creates a per- Sunday, anchor Chris Wallace pick which rules you play by?” Relations Board when Congress “Obama rules.” Investor’s Business verse incentive for both large and played a clip of President Obama A partial list of the ways Presi- wasn’t in recess. Daily reported, “In a scathing let- small businesses to invest overseas. displaying the hypocritical audac- dent Obama has picked which (b.) Attempts by the Justice De- ter to Obama this July, the Society This, in turn, stifles job creation and ity that epitomizes Mr. Obama’s rules he plays by — whether or not partment to track and invade the pri- of Professional Journalists decried economic growth in the U.S., as term in office. he is acting legally, constitution- vacy of citizens, which would have the ‘politically driven suppression demonstrated in study after study. “You don’t get to pick which ally, morally or in the best inter- cast aside Fourth Amendment pro- of news and information about fed- Bending or breaking the law. rules you play by,” said the presi- ests of the country include: tections. eral agencies.’ Former New York Creating perverse incentives. Put- dent, as he criticized some corpo- —His 24 unilateral changes to (c.) Trying to restrict the religious Times editor Jill Abramson called ting chokeholds on employment, rations for using what he admitted Obamacare. freedom of businesses in the Hobby Obama’s ‘the most secretive White economic development — and the was the “totally legal” practice of —His directives granting am- Lobby case. House that I have ever been in- freedom of citizens. what Fox Business Correspondent nesty to illegal immigrants. Add to that a recent unprec- volved in covering.’” President Obama long ago Peter Barnes described as “moving —His administration’s spying edented letter from 47 (more than Texas Sen. Ted Cruz has cata- picked these as the rules he plays their headquarters overseas through on and intimidation of reporters, half) of the U.S. government’s in- logued here 76 examples of the by. Mr. Obama’s rules are the wrong mergers with foreign firms which including Fox News’s James spectors general that blasts the president and his administration game-changers. His are not the right can save them a boatload in corpo- Rosen. Obama administration’s Justice De- abusing their powers or otherwise rules for a thriving society. — His numerous defeats before partment, Peace Corps and Chemi- acting illegally and unethically. * * * * * the Supreme Court, which has cal Safety Board for “serious limi- In addition, returning to the is- Jon Kraushar is a consultant to unanimously ruled in many cases tations on access to records” that sue of American businesses relocat- corporate and political leaders in- TRIBUNE against the Obama administration have obstructed various investiga- ing or investing abroad, under cluding Steve Forbes. He can be VOL. 16, NO. 24 for, among other infractions: tions, including those regarding President Obama’s high-tax, un- reached at www.jonkraushar.net. FOUNDER My Point of View Rolando Larraz (Continued from Page 1) brings back great memories. Tropicana Hotel. 8:30 & 10:30 It is not too often that I put pic- PUBLISHER p.m., or go to www.Troplv.com. tures in my column, maybe twice AND None of the above comments in my whole serious journalist life EDITOR IN CHIEF were actually made by me; they have I put photos in my column, but Rolando Larraz were sent to me as a gift from a this week I am making an excep- GENERAL MANAGER gifted old-timer public relations tion because I am not ashamed of Perly Viasmensky genius and a fellow member of saying that I am a fan of Al Pacino; FIORE Club named Norm and, even without meeting Chi-Chi, PRODUCTION Johnson, who for years has now I know that I like him, not be- Don Snook mingled, worked, and socialized cause of the yeyo, but because he with every star that plays and has is a great actor and Norm tells me MANAGING EDITOR played in Las Vegas. he is also a fantastic comedian; be- Maramis Choufani You all know that my column sides, being Cuban doesn’t hurt. is always controversial and politi- A full disclaimer to those police ASSOCIATE EDITOR cal. I know very little about show officers who don’t like me: About Colleen Lloyd biz and the stars of the Strip of to- the Yeyo: It does not exist. I do not INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER day; the days of hanging around (and did not) have the Yeyo, unless Kenneth A. Wegner with the famous names like Nelson you are bringing it to stuff it in my Sardelli, Sammy Davis Jr., the desk. And don’t blame Chi-Chi or For advertising Checkmates, the Treniers and oth- Tony Montana; I have never even rates, deadlines ers are over for me; the last time I met Angel Salazar as yet. call 702-699-8100 was on the Strip was about fifteen My name is Rolando Larraz, and years ago, but Norm knows how as always, I approved this column. Las Vegas Tribune is published much I liked the movies The God- * * * * * weekly at 820 E. Charleston father and Scarface so he sent me Rolando Larraz is Editor in Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada that wonderful note about Al Chief of the Las Vegas Tribune. His 89104. Pacino being in Las Vegas last column appears weekly in this Main Number: weekend and his fellow country- Angel Salazar, left, and Al Pacino newspaper. To contact Rolando (702) 699-8100 News desk: man, Cuban comedian and actor cent as I do, but I am sure people we all remember with nostalgia and Larraz, email him at: (702) 699-8111 Angel Salazar, who played Chi- understand him better than me. when I hear something like what Al [email protected] or Fax: (702) 696-0096 Chi in Scarface; and now I learned I would have loved being at the Pacino did with Angel Salazar, it at (702) 699-8111. Website: that he was Walberto in Carlito’s Mirage when the two icons met on LasVegasTribune.com Way. the stage; it would have made me All rights reserved. Statements, As much as I avoid going to the reminisce when Sammy, Frank opinions and points of view ex- Strip, I would have made an ex- Sinatra, Lola Falana — the Cuban pressed by the writers are their ception to go say hello to the man sex-appeal star of those days — and own and do not necessarily rep- that is almost like an idol to me (I the whole Rat Pack used to do that resent those of the publisher. even have his quotes and his photo in the old days. Information, including prices on my Facebook page). The Checkmates used to do al- and times, is considered correct at the time of publishing but may Maybe I’ll cancel my weekend most like a second show with Nancy change without notice. Las Ve- trip to Los Angeles and go see Wilson and even BB King at Caesars gas Tribune assumes no re- Angel Salazar at the Tropicana this Palace. The Treniers at the Tropicana sponsibility for unsolicited coming Friday or Saturday. used to call to the stage other per- manuscripts, transparencies or Angel is known internationally formers that were in the audience other submitted materials. For for saying “Sheck it out” (check it watching their show. return, please enclose a self- out) before, during, and after jokes, Those were the days in the six- addressed stamped envelope. probably talking with the same ac- ties and seventies in Las Vegas that Las Vegas Tribune published weekly by the Tribune Media Group David A. 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To receive a complimentary link to every new issue of the Las Vegas Tribune, please send an email to [email protected] and give us the email address where you would like your copy sent. We look forward to having you as a subscriber to our publication. Page 2 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 3 Obama’s hypocritical audacity: Mr. President, CITY BEAT your rules are the wrong game-changers! Nevadans for Background Checks launches By Jon Kraushar rate taxes.” (a.) Illegal “recess” appointments documented sexual assaults. friendly-to-business regime, the Special to The Las Vegas Tribune First, who is Mr. Obama to lec- to the Consumer Financial Protec- Even the sycophantic main- U.S. corporate tax rate is the high- This past weekend, on Fox News ture anyone that “You don’t get to tion Bureau and the National Labor stream media are exasperated with est in the world. This creates a per- signature drive for the Background Check Initiative Sunday, anchor Chris Wallace pick which rules you play by?” Relations Board when Congress “Obama rules.” Investor’s Business verse incentive for both large and ling or friend, and wait at bus stops played a clip of President Obama A partial list of the ways Presi- wasn’t in recess. Daily reported, “In a scathing let- small businesses to invest overseas. with other children. displaying the hypocritical audac- dent Obama has picked which (b.) Attempts by the Justice De- ter to Obama this July, the Society This, in turn, stifles job creation and —Snap a photo of your child and ity that epitomizes Mr. Obama’s rules he plays by — whether or not partment to track and invade the pri- of Professional Journalists decried economic growth in the U.S., as enter up-to-date descriptions into term in office. he is acting legally, constitution- vacy of citizens, which would have the ‘politically driven suppression demonstrated in study after study. the My Family Wallet (located “You don’t get to pick which ally, morally or in the best inter- cast aside Fourth Amendment pro- of news and information about fed- Bending or breaking the law. within McGruff Mobile). If the child rules you play by,” said the presi- ests of the country include: tections. eral agencies.’ Former New York Creating perverse incentives. Put- goes missing, members may access dent, as he criticized some corpo- —His 24 unilateral changes to (c.) Trying to restrict the religious Times editor Jill Abramson called ting chokeholds on employment, Nevadans for Background Polling shows that 86 percent of the information on their rations for using what he admitted Obamacare. freedom of businesses in the Hobby Obama’s ‘the most secretive White economic development — and the Checks launched a statewide signa- Nevadans support background smartphones and send it quickly to was the “totally legal” practice of —His directives granting am- Lobby case. House that I have ever been in- freedom of citizens. ture gathering effort for the Back- checks. Over the next two years, the law enforcement when every mo- what Fox Business Correspondent nesty to illegal immigrants. Add to that a recent unprec- volved in covering.’” President Obama long ago ground Check Initiative, a ballot campaign for the Background ment counts. Peter Barnes described as “moving —His administration’s spying edented letter from 47 (more than Texas Sen. Ted Cruz has cata- picked these as the rules he plays measure that would help keep guns Check Initiative will secure wide- —Ask about the safety and their headquarters overseas through on and intimidation of reporters, half) of the U.S. government’s in- logued here 76 examples of the by. Mr. Obama’s rules are the wrong out of the hands of felons, domes- spread statewide support for back- emergency plans for your children’s mergers with foreign firms which including Fox News’s James spectors general that blasts the president and his administration game-changers. His are not the right tic abusers and the severely men- ground checks by building a broad school. How is local law enforce- can save them a boatload in corpo- Rosen. Obama administration’s Justice De- abusing their powers or otherwise rules for a thriving society. tally ill by closing dangerous loop- coalition of gun violence survivors, ment involved? How are students — His numerous defeats before partment, Peace Corps and Chemi- acting illegally and unethically. * * * * * holes in Nevada state law. law enforcement, domestic vio- and parents involved? What emer- the Supreme Court, which has cal Safety Board for “serious limi- In addition, returning to the is- Jon Kraushar is a consultant to During an event held at Victory lence advocates, gun owners, fami- gencies have been considered and unanimously ruled in many cases tations on access to records” that sue of American businesses relocat- corporate and political leaders in- Missionary Baptist Church in Las lies, community leaders, elected country shortly before school be- perfect time for AlertID and the planned for? TRIBUNE against the Obama administration have obstructed various investiga- ing or investing abroad, under cluding Steve Forbes. He can be Vegas, law enforcement, clergy, and officials and concerned Nevadans. gins and return at the end of the National Crime Prevention Coun- Create a group on AlertID with VOL. 16, NO. 24 for, among other infractions: tions, including those regarding President Obama’s high-tax, un- reached at www.jonkraushar.net. other community leaders today be- They will gather the more than school year or semester. Each ASSE cil (home to McGruff the Crime your school administrator to share came the first to sign a petition to 100,000 signatures from across the student is fully insured, brings his Dog) to share an important new app emergency information with staff, FOUNDER My Point of View place the Background Check Initia- state required to put the initiative or her own personal spending and 7 simple tips to get the school parents and others via email and Rolando Larraz (Continued from Page 1) brings back great memories. tive on the November 2016 ballot. on the Nov. 2016 ballot. money and expects to contribute to year off to a great and safe start. push notification. Tropicana Hotel. 8:30 & 10:30 It is not too often that I put pic- Over the next few months, Neva- * * * * * his or her share of household re- AlertID has partnered with the —Talk to your children about PUBLISHER p.m., or go to www.Troplv.com. tures in my column, maybe twice dans for Background Checks will RTC announces Sunday sponsibilities, as well as being in- National Crime Prevention Coun- their day. Ask your children if they AND McGruff None of the above comments in my whole serious journalist life lead an effort to gather more than operating schedule for cluded in normal family activities cil (NCPC) to create the see anyone bullied, if they are bul- EDITOR IN CHIEF were actually made by me; they have I put photos in my column, but 100,000 signatures from through- Labor Day, Sept. 1 and lifestyles. The students are well Mobile App. AlertID is the free na- Rolando Larraz lied, or if anything else makes them were sent to me as a gift from a this week I am making an excep- out the state. The Regional Transportation screened and qualified by ASSE. tional online and mobile service, feel uncomfortable. Look for warn- Right now, federal law requires Commission of Southern Nevada Families can choose their students which helps to reduce crime while GENERAL MANAGER gifted old-timer public relations tion because I am not ashamed of ing signs of bullying, such as a sud- from a wide variety of backgrounds, providing a safe way for people to Perly Viasmensky genius and a fellow member of saying that I am a fan of Al Pacino; background checks on gun sales at (RTC) will operate its transit sys- den drop in grades, loss of friends, FIORE Club named Norm and, even without meeting Chi-Chi, licensed dealers; but guns can be tem on a Sunday schedule for La- nationalities and personal interests. receive and share trusted public or torn clothing. PRODUCTION Johnson, who for years has now I know that I like him, not be- legally purchased from unlicensed bor Day, Monday, Sept. 1. The Sun- Those persons interested in ob- safety alerts and information. —If you see something that is McGruff Mobile Don Snook mingled, worked, and socialized cause of the yeyo, but because he sellers — online, at gun shows and day schedule is due to traditionally taining more information about be- Download the suspicious in your neighborhood, with every star that plays and has is a great actor and Norm tells me even from strangers in parking lots lower ridership and less traffic dur- coming a host family should call smartphone app (powered by report it to local law enforcement MANAGING EDITOR played in Las Vegas. he is also a fantastic comedian; be- — without any background check, ing holidays. toll free: 1-800-733-2773 or go to AlertID) and enroll for a free mem- and post information and updates Maramis Choufani You all know that my column sides, being Cuban doesn’t hurt. no questions asked. The Back- For those traveling during the host.asse.com. There are many stu- bership. Once enrolled, members to your neighbors on AlertID to help is always controversial and politi- A full disclaimer to those police ground Check Initiative creates a holiday weekend, the RTC recom- dents to choose from, so call or go are able to view an interactive map reduce crime. ASSOCIATE EDITOR cal. I know very little about show officers who don’t like me: About level playing field where all gun mends parking for free at the online — and begin the process of displaying crimes and sex offend- Colleen Lloyd —Teach children to resolve biz and the stars of the Strip of to- the Yeyo: It does not exist. I do not sellers must follow the same set of Westcliff Transit Center & Park and selecting your new host son or ers in their neighborhoods. They problems without fighting. Talk to rules, making sure everyone under- Ride, Centennial Hills Transit Cen- daughter today! will be able to receive alerts and in- INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER day; the days of hanging around (and did not) have the Yeyo, unless them about other ways they can * * * * * formation via email or mobile de- Kenneth A. Wegner with the famous names like Nelson you are bringing it to stuff it in my goes the same background check ter & Park and Ride or South Strip work out a problem, such as talk- Sardelli, Sammy Davis Jr., the desk. And don’t blame Chi-Chi or when buying a gun. Transfer Terminal where they can vice for multiple locations such as ing it out, walking away, sticking For advertising Checkmates, the Treniers and oth- Tony Montana; I have never even According to Dr. Robert E. conveniently take transit starting at their homes, schools, offices, or with friends, or telling a trusted rates, deadlines ers are over for me; the last time I met Angel Salazar as yet. Fowler, pastor of the Victory Mis- $2 to McCarran International Air- current locations. After signing up, adult. members then have the ability to call 702-699-8100 was on the Strip was about fifteen My name is Rolando Larraz, and sionary Baptist Church, public port. —Keep an eye on your years ago, but Norm knows how as always, I approved this column. safety goes hand in hand with com- The RTC also recommends driv- receive law enforcement emer- children’s Internet use. Talk to your Las Vegas Tribune is published much I liked the movies The God- * * * * * munity betterment and creating safe ers register their vehicles at RTC gency alerts, crime and sex offender children about what they do online weekly at 820 E. Charleston father and Scarface so he sent me Rolando Larraz is Editor in and healthy places. “We are confi- park and ride locations if they plan alerts, prevention tips, and much — what sites they visit, who they Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada that wonderful note about Al Chief of the Las Vegas Tribune. His dent those from the various reli- to park at the location for more than more. It also includes a virtual email, and who they chat with. En- 89104. Pacino being in Las Vegas last column appears weekly in this gious communities in Nevada will one day. For more information on neighborhood watch where mem- courage them to speak up if some- Main Number: weekend and his fellow country- Angel Salazar, left, and Al Pacino newspaper. To contact Rolando embrace this common sense ap- RTC park and ride locations and to bers can share photos and informa- (702) 699-8100 thing makes them uncomfortable, man, Cuban comedian and actor cent as I do, but I am sure people we all remember with nostalgia and Larraz, email him at: proach to reducing gun violence,” pre-register vehicles, visit tion regarding suspicious activity or if they witness forms of News desk: Dr. Fowler said. “Nearly every day rtcsnv.com or complete the form with neighbors, police, and even (702) 699-8111 Angel Salazar, who played Chi- understand him better than me. when I hear something like what Al [email protected] or cyberbullying, such as threats or there is a shooting in our commu- on-site at the park and ride with Homeland Security. Fax: (702) 696-0096 Chi in Scarface; and now I learned I would have loved being at the Pacino did with Angel Salazar, it at (702) 699-8111. harassment. In addition to downloading Website: that he was Walberto in Carlito’s Mirage when the two icons met on nities, so the need to take action is security staff. Drivers planning to “Back to school is an important McGruff Mobile LasVegasTribune.com Way. the stage; it would have made me immediate. We are proud to support leave a vehicle on-site for more than so that parents can time for families to discuss safety All rights reserved. Statements, As much as I avoid going to the reminisce when Sammy, Frank Nevadans for Background Checks 14 days must contact the RTC in be aware of the dangers in their with their children, review safety opinions and points of view ex- Strip, I would have made an ex- Sinatra, Lola Falana — the Cuban and invite other churches and advance by calling (702) 676-1849 neighborhoods, please review these tips and be aware of threats to their pressed by the writers are their ception to go say hello to the man sex-appeal star of those days — and people of faith to join us in support- to request extended parking privi- 7 simple tips to keep kids safe for children at home and school,” said own and do not necessarily rep- that is almost like an idol to me (I the whole Rat Pack used to do that ing this important initiative.” leges. “Back to School”: AlertID founder, Keli Wilson. “The resent those of the publisher. even have his quotes and his photo in the old days. “Background checks are real In addition, on Friday, Sept. 5, —Map out a safe way to walk more informed we are as parents, Information, including prices on my Facebook page). The Checkmates used to do al- life-savers for thousands of women the RTC will detour routes in McGruff the Crime Dog and to school or to the bus stop. Avoid and times, is considered correct the safer our children and the com- Maybe I’ll cancel my weekend most like a second show with Nancy in our country and our state who are Downtown Las Vegas due to First AlertID — New App and 7 crossing busy roads and intersec- munity will be.” at the time of publishing but may being abused,” said Lisa Lynn Friday and Las Vegas PRIDE Night Simple “Back to School” tions, if possible. Do a trial run with change without notice. Las Ve- trip to Los Angeles and go see Wilson and even BB King at Caesars The McGruff Mobile app is Chapman, director of community Parade events. Though detours will Tips for Parents to Keep your kids so that you can discuss gas Tribune assumes no re- Angel Salazar at the Tropicana this Palace. The Treniers at the Tropicana available for download on iTunes areas to avoid along the way, such sponsibility for unsolicited coming Friday or Saturday. used to call to the stage other per- relations for Safe Nest, a Las Ve- be in place, transit service will be Kids Safe or the Android market. To sign up manuscripts, transparencies or Angel is known internationally formers that were in the audience gas-area domestic violence crisis provided. Kids around the country are get- as vacant lots, construction areas, for a free AlertID account, or for other submitted materials. For for saying “Sheck it out” (check it watching their show. center. “In states that require back- —Transit detours along Casino ting ready to go back to school and and parks where there aren’t many more information, please go to return, please enclose a self- out) before, during, and after jokes, Those were the days in the six- ground checks for all gun sales, 38 Center Boulevard between Ogden their safety is always top priority people. Encourage kids to walk to www.AlertID.com. addressed stamped envelope. probably talking with the same ac- ties and seventies in Las Vegas that percent fewer women are shot to Avenue and Carson Avenue will be for parents. Back to School is the school or the bus stop with a sib- * * * * * Las Vegas Tribune death by their intimate partners. It’s in effect from approximately 6 p.m. published weekly by the hard to ignore those kinds of num- to 4 a.m. Tribune Media Group bers. We encourage Nevadans to —Transit detours along Fourth David A. Rifkin, Executive Vice President stand with these women and chil- Street between Charleston Boule- dren by signing the initiative.” vard and Stewart Avenue will be in Quote of the Week: According to Senator Justin effect from approximately 5 p.m. to “My theory is that if you look Jones, who championed during the 11 p.m. confident you can pull off 2013 Nevada legislature a similar —Affected routes include: anything — even if you have no bill that was ultimately vetoed by Route 106 — Rancho / Centennial clue what you’re doing.” Governor Brian Sandoval, the Hills, Route 108 — Paradise, Route —Jessica Alba Background Check Initiative takes 109 — Maryland Parkway, Route into consideration the Governor’s 113 / MAX — Las Vegas Boule- Please Note: concerns. 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In other words, any tive has no impact on existing gun Express (BHX), Deuce on the Strip, opinions containing threats will laws in Nevada,” said Jones. “Un- and Strip & Downtown Express not be published. We thank you der The Background Check Initia- (SDX). for adhering to this policy. tive, unlicensed sellers would meet Transit riders are encouraged to their buyers at a licensed gun dealer, allow for extra commute time due who would then conduct a back- to the detours. For more informa- MISSION ground check. It’s quick and easy tion, visit rtcsnv.com or call RTC’s to get a background check,” Jones Customer Service at 702.228.RIDE STATEMENT continued. “Over 90 percent of fed- (7433). 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We look forward to having you as a subscriber to our publication. owners, can get behind.” students arrive from their home Page 4 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 Ninth Circuit orders First Amendment courtroom access lawsuit to proceed Special to The Las Vegas Tribune Disclosure Network access to a claim that the denial was based on Dutton and Full Disclosure Net- is empty, at any time,” in order to WASHINGTON, DC — Judi- courtroom to record footage for a illegal viewpoint discrimination. work have been seeking access to record eye witness interviews and cial Watch announced that on July documentary (Leslie Dutton et al. In reversing and remanding the the courtroom, located in the read from a transcript of proceed- 18, 2014, the U.S. Court of Appeals v. David S. Wesley et al., No.12- case to the lower court, the Ninth Stanley Mosk Courthouse in down- ings in Fine’s civil contempt case, for the Ninth Circuit reversed the 56162). CNN was granted access Circuit appellate panel ruled: town Los Angeles, since 2011. The which took place in the courtroom. dismissal of a First Amendment to the same courtroom to record a “The empty courtroom that the documentary, entitled “The Cost of Dutton and Full Disclosure Net- lawsuit challenging a Los Angeles news report on the same subject plaintiffs sought to access to film Courage,” features narration by Ed work had been highly critical of County Superior Court decision matter as the Dutton/Full Disclo- their documentary is either a Asner and concerns Richard I. Fine, both Fine’s lengthy incarceration denying Emmy-Award winning sure Network documentary. Dutton nonpublic forum or a limited pub- a 70-year old disbarred California and the “double dipping.” producer Leslie Dutton and the Full and the Full Disclosure Network lic forum... Either way, speech re- lawyer who was held in solitary In March 2012, Judicial Watch strictions are impermissible unless confinement for 18 months in Los filed a lawsuit on behalf of Dutton they are reasonable in light of the Angeles County’s notorious Men’s and Full Disclosure Network in the UNR gets $3.8 million purposes served by the forum and Central Jail for civil “coercive” con- U.S. District Court for the Central viewpoint neutral... The plaintiffs’ tempt stemming from his efforts to District of California. In the law- complaint includes enough factual expose a “double dipping” compen- suit, Judicial Watch argued that the Federal Grant to study content to permit the reasonable sation scheme involving Los Ange- Los Angeles County Superior Court inference that the defendants denied les County judges. Dutton and Full “has a long-standing practice of drought preparation the plaintiffs’ request to access the Disclosure Network sought access making courtrooms available to By Troy Wilde courtroom because of the plaintiffs’ to the courtroom for approximately members of the media for filming, Nevada News Service viewpoint.” 30 minutes, “any day the courtroom (See First Admendment, Page 6) RENO — Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno will spend the next several years studying how to deal with a limited water supply linked to ongoing climate change. Maureen McCarthy is interim director with the University of Nevada-Reno’s Academy for the Environment. She says the university is among the recipients of a $3.8 million federal grant to study how to supply growing demand with less water. “In the light of climate change, how you understand what your water supply is going to be, how variable it’s going to be, and how you can make that water supply more resilient to changes in climate,” McCarthy says, is really important. The grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Science Foundation is specifically to study the Truckee-Carson River Sys- tem. McCarthy says the research is meant to help all arid communities in the west that depend upon snow-fed river systems like the Truckee. McCarthy says there is more interest and pressure now than in the past, to prepare for the effects of climate change. “We’re being responsive to lots of organizations that are more focused now on climate adaptation than they had been historically,” she says. “But a lot of the push is really understanding resiliency.” The Obama Administration released the National Climate Assessment earlier this year, which concludes that as temperatures continue to rise, droughts in the southwest will be longer, with drier conditions causing more major wildfires. From The Desk (Continued from Page 1) this as a political vehicle to further was manipulated, evidence was re- their own political agenda. moved, and the crime scene photo- Without waiting for the entire set graphs were altered to cover up the of facts and circumstances to fact that a handgun and briefcase emerge in legal court, pieces of fo- were removed from the center con- rensic evidence are now being me- sole of the undercover plain police thodically leaked out to further in- vehicle that Swave Lopez was furiate the already racially charged originally placed in. In other words, public to commit further acts of the crime scene was changed to civil unrest. make it look better for the cops and The subject of state militarized avoid a “set up” scenario. The police is being thrown around, and Coroner’s Inquest was not told of the foundation for the use of lethal this crime scene manipulation and force by the State Police and Na- omission. tional Guard against any/all protest- When examining this incident ers may be authorized, and the fur- further, it should be noted that from ther shredding of our First Amend- the very start, Swave Lopez was ment rights is being initiated. deliberately demonized, tried and “Never let a crisis go to waste.” convicted in the media, even before When you take the word “trust” the Coroner’s Inquest was con- out of the equation in any relation- vened. Such is the police culture in ship, that relationship is this community — whatever it permanately damaged and can takes, legal or illegal — to make never be repaired. The only way any sure the outcome is in favor of law organization can regain and rebuild enforcement. Over the years, espe- once lost honor, credibility, or in- cially when the true evidence tegrity is for a complete purge of emerges about questionable police any and all corruption from that shootings, the credibility of our organization. The cancerous trash police force is reduced to zero, must be totally cut out and purged along with the trust level, so that if we are to have any hope for a no matter how righteous the police better community. shootings are, nobody believes In God we trust. what is being told by the police. * * * * * In comparison, what would be Gordon Martines is a former worse: shooting and killing a hand- LVMPD detective who has served cuffed prisoner in the back as he is in many capacities over his 39-year running away inside a fenced-in career in law enforcement. He has parking lot, or shooting a robbery been a candidate for sheriff in 2002, suspect that is advancing toward 2006, 2010 and 2014, with the in- you in an aggressive manner, in the tention of bringing integrity and ac- front. The number of shots is im- countability back to the department, material, as the purpose of shoot- and filed a federal lawsuit against ing multiple times is to stop aggres- LVMPD in 2011. Martines now sive action, and sometimes it takes contributes his opinions and ideas more than one shot to achieve that to the Las Vegas Tribune to keep the goal, as evidenced by the freeway public informed and help improve shooting by LVMPD, with the in- policing in Las Vegas. He has also famous .223 cal assault rifle, hit- appeared on the Face the Tribune ting the suspect 22 times, and he radio program several times to still survived his wounds. share his plan for a better LVMPD. So now we have a police shoot- ing in Ferguson, Mo., whereby the police department, which was rather slow in presenting the facts of the case to the public in a timely fashion, and thus the news media, hell bent on sensationalism, takes up the task and begins vomiting out their take on the shooting, without substantiating anything that is be- ing said, and is essentially holding court in the street, as to what really happened, jacking everyone up in the meantime. The Ferguson Police Depart- ment, along with the State Police and the Feds, are now attempting to play catch-up after the protests, riots, looting and civil unrest have already taken place by a certain number of local and outside agita- tors, fueled further by the racial implications of the white officer and black suspect/victim and the political activists that want to use Page 4 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 5 Ninth Circuit orders First Amendment courtroom access lawsuit to proceed Special to The Las Vegas Tribune Disclosure Network access to a claim that the denial was based on Dutton and Full Disclosure Net- is empty, at any time,” in order to WASHINGTON, DC — Judi- courtroom to record footage for a illegal viewpoint discrimination. work have been seeking access to record eye witness interviews and cial Watch announced that on July documentary (Leslie Dutton et al. In reversing and remanding the the courtroom, located in the read from a transcript of proceed- 18, 2014, the U.S. Court of Appeals v. David S. Wesley et al., No.12- case to the lower court, the Ninth Stanley Mosk Courthouse in down- ings in Fine’s civil contempt case, Do not let them say to themselves, “Hurrah! for the Ninth Circuit reversed the 56162). CNN was granted access Circuit appellate panel ruled: town Los Angeles, since 2011. The which took place in the courtroom. We have swallowed him up in one gulp.” dismissal of a First Amendment to the same courtroom to record a “The empty courtroom that the documentary, entitled “The Cost of Dutton and Full Disclosure Net- lawsuit challenging a Los Angeles news report on the same subject plaintiffs sought to access to film Courage,” features narration by Ed work had been highly critical of Let them all be disgraced and dismayed County Superior Court decision matter as the Dutton/Full Disclo- their documentary is either a Asner and concerns Richard I. Fine, both Fine’s lengthy incarceration who rejoice at my fall; denying Emmy-Award winning sure Network documentary. Dutton nonpublic forum or a limited pub- a 70-year old disbarred California and the “double dipping.” let them be covered with shame and dishonor producer Leslie Dutton and the Full and the Full Disclosure Network lic forum... Either way, speech re- lawyer who was held in solitary In March 2012, Judicial Watch who glory over me. strictions are impermissible unless confinement for 18 months in Los filed a lawsuit on behalf of Dutton they are reasonable in light of the Angeles County’s notorious Men’s and Full Disclosure Network in the But let all who would see me righted shout UNR gets $3.8 million purposes served by the forum and Central Jail for civil “coercive” con- U.S. District Court for the Central for joy, let them cry continually, viewpoint neutral... The plaintiffs’ tempt stemming from his efforts to District of California. In the law- ‘All glory to the Lord complaint includes enough factual expose a “double dipping” compen- suit, Judicial Watch argued that the Federal Grant to study content to permit the reasonable sation scheme involving Los Ange- Los Angeles County Superior Court who would see his servant thrive!’ inference that the defendants denied les County judges. Dutton and Full “has a long-standing practice of So shall I talk of thy justice drought preparation the plaintiffs’ request to access the Disclosure Network sought access making courtrooms available to and of thy praise all the day long. By Troy Wilde courtroom because of the plaintiffs’ to the courtroom for approximately members of the media for filming, A protester tries to throw tear gas back at police in Ferguson, Mo., Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014. Protests over the viewpoint.” 30 minutes, “any day the courtroom (See First Admendment, Page 6) killing of 18-year-old Mike Brown by a white police officer have entered their second week. Nevada News Service Love, from Mom RENO — Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno will spend the next several years studying how to deal with a limited water supply linked to ongoing climate change. Maureen McCarthy is interim director Ferguson: Who are the outside with the University of Nevada-Reno’s Academy for the Environment. She says the university is among the recipients of a $3.8 million federal grant to study how to supply growing demand with less water. agitators entering in the fray? “In the light of climate change, how you understand what your water supply is going to be, how variable it’s going to be, and how you can Politicians and police in Missouri say much of the recent violence in Ferguson, make that water supply more resilient to changes in climate,” McCarthy Mo., is due to outside instigators, some associated with fringe groups. says, is really important. By Gram Slattery country or live in this community The New Black Panthers Party has The grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Christian Science Monitor define this neighborhood.” been classified as a hate group by Science Foundation is specifically to study the Truckee-Carson River Sys- Over the past 10 days, the riot- U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill (D) the Southern Poverty Law Center, tem. McCarthy says the research is meant to help all arid communities in ing in Ferguson, Mo., has turned of Missouri said on MSNBC that among other organizations. the west that depend upon snow-fed river systems like the Truckee. from a local protest by a black com- Ferguson had been “invaded” by “We have a responsibility to be McCarthy says there is more interest and pressure now than in the munity against its overwhelmingly agitators from other communities. here,” Lou Downey of the Revolu- past, to prepare for the effects of climate change. white police force to an interna- While many of these outside tion Club told The Kansas City Star. “We’re being responsive to lots of organizations that are more focused tional symbol of the racial tensions protesters have come from other “We are revolutionaries. We’re now on climate adaptation than they had been historically,” she says. “But that still plague urban America. parts of the St. Louis area with deep working to do this in a way that puts a lot of the push is really understanding resiliency.” Along the way, outside protest- racial imbalances in local govern- an end to the system that for gen- The Obama Administration released the National Climate Assessment ers have begun to flood into the ments and police departments, erations has criminalized youth, earlier this year, which concludes that as temperatures continue to rise, suburb, inciting violence even when many have also arrived in buses especially black youth, and rounds droughts in the southwest will be longer, with drier conditions causing community members are promoting from places like New York, Chi- them up into prisons.”That’s not to more major wildfires. peace. While the exact number of cago, and Detroit. Though county say that all outside groups involved “militants” — as the hard-core, police have not publicly released in the protests are inciting violence. Molotov cocktail-throwing outsid- arrest numbers relating to the riots, Organizations such as the National From The Desk ers have been called — is unknown, a bundle of about 50 arrest reports Association for the Advancement of My story is in the book: (Continued from Page 1) this as a political vehicle to further Missouri police officials and poli- obtained by a Washington Post re- Colored People and the Organiza- A Death in Las Vegas — Perverted Injustice was manipulated, evidence was re- their own political agenda. ticians have implied that they com- porter included a “large number” tion for Black Struggle have advo- moved, and the crime scene photo- Without waiting for the entire set pose a significant fraction of those with Illinois and Texas addresses. cated peace on the streets. graphs were altered to cover up the of facts and circumstances to looting and battling police. “It’s like looting tourism,” an Protesters also say that the most fact that a handgun and briefcase emerge in legal court, pieces of fo- On Monday, when Missouri officer told the Post. “It’s like they heavily armed groups in Ferguson were removed from the center con- rensic evidence are now being me- Gov. Jay Nixon (D) signed an or- are spending their gas money to at the moment are police and the sole of the undercover plain police thodically leaked out to further in- der deploying the National Guard come down here and steal.” National Guard, which arrived on vehicle that Swave Lopez was furiate the already racially charged to Ferguson, he cited “violent crimi- While many of these outsiders Monday after rioters fired guns and originally placed in. In other words, public to commit further acts of nal acts of an organized and grow- have come on their own initiative, threw incendiary devices at police. the crime scene was changed to civil unrest. ing number of individuals, many others are part of larger fringe or- In the past week, local law enforce- make it look better for the cops and The subject of state militarized from outside the community and ganizations. None will reveal their ment — namely the Ferguson Po- avoid a “set up” scenario. The police is being thrown around, and state, who are putting... residents names, and many carry guns. lice Department — has come un- Coroner’s Inquest was not told of the foundation for the use of lethal and businesses... at risk.” Among the groups active in der criticism for employing milita- this crime scene manipulation and force by the State Police and Na- On Tuesday, after a night in Ferguson are the Revolutionary rized equipment, including auto- omission. tional Guard against any/all protest- which police reportedly came un- Communist Party (RCP) and the matic weapons and mine-proof ar- When examining this incident ers may be authorized, and the fur- der “heavy attack” from “coordi- Revolution Club of Chicago. The mored vehicles, and wearing mili- further, it should be noted that from ther shredding of our First Amend- nated” groups, Missouri State High- RCP — a small, mysterious, but tary fatigues. the very start, Swave Lopez was ment rights is being initiated. way Patrol Capt. Ron Johnson, a nationally dispersed Maoist cell led On Monday night, police re- deliberately demonized, tried and “Never let a crisis go to waste.” black Ferguson native, pledged in by activist Bob Avakian — has been sorted to tear gas and stun grenades convicted in the media, even before When you take the word “trust” an interview with CNN that he in the area since at least Wednes- after coming under “heavy gun- the Coroner’s Inquest was con- out of the equation in any relation- would “not ... let criminals that have day, along with the Revolution Club fire,” according to Captain Johnson. vened. Such is the police culture in ship, that relationship is come out here from across this and the New Black Panthers Party. (See Ferguson, Page 6) this community — whatever it permanately damaged and can takes, legal or illegal — to make never be repaired. The only way any sure the outcome is in favor of law organization can regain and rebuild enforcement. Over the years, espe- once lost honor, credibility, or in- cially when the true evidence tegrity is for a complete purge of emerges about questionable police any and all corruption from that shootings, the credibility of our organization. The cancerous trash police force is reduced to zero, must be totally cut out and purged along with the trust level, so that if we are to have any hope for a no matter how righteous the police better community. shootings are, nobody believes In God we trust. what is being told by the police. * * * * * In comparison, what would be Gordon Martines is a former worse: shooting and killing a hand- LVMPD detective who has served cuffed prisoner in the back as he is in many capacities over his 39-year running away inside a fenced-in career in law enforcement. He has parking lot, or shooting a robbery been a candidate for sheriff in 2002, suspect that is advancing toward 2006, 2010 and 2014, with the in- you in an aggressive manner, in the tention of bringing integrity and ac- front. The number of shots is im- countability back to the department, material, as the purpose of shoot- and filed a federal lawsuit against ing multiple times is to stop aggres- LVMPD in 2011. Martines now sive action, and sometimes it takes contributes his opinions and ideas more than one shot to achieve that to the Las Vegas Tribune to keep the goal, as evidenced by the freeway public informed and help improve shooting by LVMPD, with the in- policing in Las Vegas. He has also famous .223 cal assault rifle, hit- appeared on the Face the Tribune ting the suspect 22 times, and he radio program several times to RRe e- -E El le ec ct t still survived his wounds. share his plan for a better LVMPD. So now we have a police shoot- ing in Ferguson, Mo., whereby the police department, which was rather slow in presenting the facts of the case to the public in a timely fashion, and thus the news media, hell bent on sensationalism, takes up the task and begins vomiting out their take on the shooting, without substantiating anything that is be- ing said, and is essentially holding court in the street, as to what really happened, jacking everyone up in the meantime. The Ferguson Police Depart- ment, along with the State Police and the Feds, are now attempting to play catch-up after the protests, riots, looting and civil unrest have already taken place by a certain number of local and outside agita- tors, fueled further by the racial implications of the white officer and black suspect/victim and the political activists that want to use Page 6 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 How Pentagon’s ‘1033 program’ helped militarize small-town police The Pentagon’s ‘1033 program’ has provided billions of dollars in military equipment to law enforcement agencies across the country. Critics say this militarization of local police needs to change. By Linda Feldman Oxford County Sheriff George Christian Science Monitor Cayer said in a six-page memo cited WASHINGTON — The images by the newspaper. out of Ferguson, Mo., population Last August, police in Lewiston, 21,000, have been stark: heavily Me., had a gathering in a park for armed officers in combat gear, some National Night Out to show resi- atop armored vehicles, firing rub- dents the department’s newest ac- ber bullets and tear gas at protest- quisitions: a robot and an armor ers. personnel carrier. The rioting this week over the A police sergeant said the new police killing of an unarmed black vehicle would be useful in rescue teenager has subsided, after the and hazardous-materials situations, Missouri State Highway Patrol took the Lewiston Sun Journal reported. over security operations. But pub- Isn’t it smart to recycle? lic focus remains on why the after- “Taken at face value the program math of Michael Brown’s death makes a certain degree of sense,” spiraled into mayhem, and on how writes Christopher Ingraham in the it could have been prevented. Washington Post. “Military equip- Exhibit A is a phenomenon ment that would otherwise be de- widely criticized across the politi- stroyed instead gets diverted to cal spectrum, from the Heritage cash-strapped local law enforce- Foundation to the American Civil ment agencies.” Liberties Union: the militarization But in some cases, the program of policing in America. A key ele- may be a money loser. Heavily ar- ment of that trend is the Pentagon’s mored tactical vehicles known as “1033 program,” which allows po- MRAPs cost about $10,000 each to A protester takes shelter from smoke billowing around him Aug. 13, 2014, in Freguson, Mo. Protests in the lice forces to acquire excess mili- destroy where they are — say, Af- St. Louis suburb rocked by racial unrest since a white police officer shot an unarmed black teenager to death tary equipment. ghanistan — but $50,000 to trans- turned violent Wednesday night, with some people lobbing Molotov cocktails and other objects at police who Here’s an explanation of how the port to the U.S., the Post reports. responded with smoke bombs and tear gas to disperse the crowd. program works, and a proposal to How do members of change it. Security to help communities de- The armored vehicle seen in strength face shield, two night-vi- Congress want to change What is the 1033 program? fend against terrorist threats. many images out of Ferguson on sion viewers, and computers,” ABC the 1033 program? The Department of Defense What’s the value Wednesday was not a military ve- reports. Rep. Hank Johnson (D) of Geor- launched the “1033 program” in of the equipment? hicle and did not come from DOD, Ferguson is located in St. Louis gia plans to introduce legislation 1997 as a way to let state and local Since the program’s inception, the official told ABC. County. changing 1033 in September, when law enforcement stock up on excess DOD has transferred more than “There’s no information yet What have other communities Congress gets back from recess. For U.S. military equipment, free of $5.1 billion worth of property to about what other tactical equipment received from 1033? starters, he wants to decouple the charge. Among the items available state and local law enforcement. the Ferguson Police Department Last October, Oxford County in program from the war on drugs, are vehicles (land, air, and sea), Last year alone, almost $450 mil- may have received, the official said, rural western Maine agreed to take which is in flux. weapons, computer equipment, fin- lion worth of equipment was trans- but a complete list of the equipment a “bulletproof, explosive-resistant Congressman Johnson would gerprint equipment, and night-vi- ferred. provided to St. Louis County by the armored personnel carrier, courtesy also limit the transfers of certain sion equipment. What has Ferguson DOD shows the types of weapons of the US military,” according to the types of military equipment that he “If your law enforcement agency received from 1033? being distributed: six .45-caliber Bangor Daily News. believes are not appropriate for lo- chooses to participate, it may be- Ferguson police last October re- pistols, 12 rifles, two sight reflexes, Six other law enforcement agen- cal law enforcement, such as ar- come one of the more than 8,000 ceived “nontactical” equipment via one explosive ordnance disposal cies in Maine were also set to re- mored vehicles and large-caliber participating agencies to increase its the 1033 program, including two robot, one helicopter, seven utility ceive Navstar Defense MaxxPro weapons. capabilities, expand its patrol cov- unarmored Humvees, a trailer, and trucks, three trailers, one motorized Mine Resistant Armor Protected “It’s not yet clear how much sup- erage, reduce response times, and a generator, according to a Penta- cart, one pair of elbow pads, one vehicles. port Johnson’s proposal will re- save the American taxpayer’s in- gon official speaking to ABC News. pair of knee pads, one industrial “The Western Foothills of the ceive,” writes Philip Bump in the vestment,” the Pentagon’s Law State of Maine, primarily the Ox- Washington Post. “If it passes, how- Enforcement Support Office says First Admendment ford County area as well as the area ever, it could mean a gradual scal- on its website. (Continued from Page 4) surrounding Oxford County, cur- ing back of military-grade equip- What’s behind including filming news reports about cases of public interest, when the rently face a previously unimagin- ment owned — and therefore used creation of 1033? courtrooms are not being used for public proceedings” and that the Dutton/ able threat from terrorist activities,” — by local police forces.” The program was originally Full Disclosure request had been rejected without explanation on mul- launched to aid communities in the tiple occasions even though a nearly identical request by CNN had been “war on drugs.” After the attacks of granted. Sept. 11, 2001, local law enforce- The District Court dismissed the lawsuit on June 20, 2012. ment could also receive grants from As a result of the reversal, the Los Angeles County Superior Court the new Department of Homeland will now have to defend its decision to allow CNN to report from the courthouse on Fine’s case, but to bar Dutton and Full Disclosure Net- work from doing so. Ferguson “This is a clear-cut victory for the Freedom of Speech,” said Judicial (Continued from Page 5) Watch President Tom Fitton. “It’s rather extraordinary to have to file a Police have also been criticized lawsuit against a court, and this case shows that even courts are not be- in recent days for heavy-handed yond the protections of the First Amendment. Courts can’t arbitrarily pick treatment of journalists. and choose between news media outlets depending upon how they report Last Wednesday, Ferguson po- on a story.” lice arrested two reporters, one from Leslie Dutton said: “We are elated with the ruling. Not only will we The Washington Post and another have the opportunity to prove our case in court, but we are one step closer from The Huffington Post, appar- to completing the documentary we envisioned.” ently without strong justification, DO YOU NEED AN EDITOR? and they fired tear gas at an Al Jazeera television crew while its Have you been embarrassed lately when someone pointed members were setting up a video out to you that you misspelled a word in your report or maybe shoot behind a police cordon. On had a whole sentence all messed up? Have you personally Monday night, county police tem- felt that you could’ve done a much better job on that manuscript porarily detained three more jour- but just didn’t have the time? nalists: Getty photographer Scott Tune in to Olson, Lukas Hermsmeier of the Why put off doing what you know you should have done before: German outlet BILD, and Ryan call in an editor! As a word-, sentence-, and document-doctor, Devereaux of The Intercept, an or- RadioTribune she will fix what needs fixing by adding a little of this or that, ganization covering national secu- and taking out what shouldn’t have been there in the first place. rity issues. “We are concerned by the deten- Tune in and listen to those who will tell you Give yourself the luxury of looking your best in print! tion and harassment of reporters the truth, and nothing but the truth. You’ll [email protected]. 702-706-6875. trying to cover the news in Ferguson,” Robert Mahoney, direc- discover different personalities and hear tor of the Committee to Protect different opinions, but when it comes to the Journalists, said in a statement facts, you’ll always get the truth from us! Monday. “Journalists have a right to work freely in the streets of any American city, and authorities in www.RadioTribune.com Ferguson have a duty to ensure that they can do so there too.” Call-In Line (702) 772-8082 Page 6 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 7 How Pentagon’s ‘1033 program’ helped militarize small-town police 9/11 Patriot Day Debates The Pentagon’s ‘1033 program’ has provided billions of dollars in military equipment to law enforcement agencies across the country. Critics say this militarization of local police needs to change. Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014 • 10:00 am until 8:00 pm By Linda Feldman Oxford County Sheriff George Christian Science Monitor Cayer said in a six-page memo cited WASHINGTON — The images by the newspaper. out of Ferguson, Mo., population Last August, police in Lewiston, 21,000, have been stark: heavily Me., had a gathering in a park for The D Casino and Hotel Las Vegas armed officers in combat gear, some National Night Out to show resi- atop armored vehicles, firing rub- dents the department’s newest ac- Downtown Las Vegas ber bullets and tear gas at protest- quisitions: a robot and an armor ers. personnel carrier. The rioting this week over the A police sergeant said the new police killing of an unarmed black vehicle would be useful in rescue teenager has subsided, after the and hazardous-materials situations, Missouri State Highway Patrol took the Lewiston Sun Journal reported. over security operations. But pub- Isn’t it smart to recycle? Confirmed candidates for 9/11 Debate lic focus remains on why the after- “Taken at face value the program math of Michael Brown’s death makes a certain degree of sense,” (as of August 19, 2014) spiraled into mayhem, and on how writes Christopher Ingraham in the it could have been prevented. Washington Post. “Military equip- District Court Clark County Family Court Exhibit A is a phenomenon ment that would otherwise be de- widely criticized across the politi- stroyed instead gets diverted to Judges Sheriff Judges cal spectrum, from the Heritage cash-strapped local law enforce- Foundation to the American Civil ment agencies.” Liberties Union: the militarization But in some cases, the program of policing in America. A key ele- may be a money loser. Heavily ar- ment of that trend is the Pentagon’s mored tactical vehicles known as “1033 program,” which allows po- MRAPs cost about $10,000 each to A protester takes shelter from smoke billowing around him Aug. 13, 2014, in Freguson, Mo. Protests in the lice forces to acquire excess mili- destroy where they are — say, Af- St. Louis suburb rocked by racial unrest since a white police officer shot an unarmed black teenager to death tary equipment. ghanistan — but $50,000 to trans- turned violent Wednesday night, with some people lobbing Molotov cocktails and other objects at police who Here’s an explanation of how the port to the U.S., the Post reports. responded with smoke bombs and tear gas to disperse the crowd. program works, and a proposal to How do members of change it. Security to help communities de- The armored vehicle seen in strength face shield, two night-vi- Congress want to change What is the 1033 program? fend against terrorist threats. many images out of Ferguson on sion viewers, and computers,” ABC the 1033 program? The Department of Defense What’s the value Wednesday was not a military ve- reports. Rep. Hank Johnson (D) of Geor- John Glenn Watkins Larry Burns Joe Scalia launched the “1033 program” in of the equipment? hicle and did not come from DOD, Ferguson is located in St. Louis gia plans to introduce legislation Department 2 Clark County Sheriff Department B 1997 as a way to let state and local Since the program’s inception, the official told ABC. County. changing 1033 in September, when law enforcement stock up on excess DOD has transferred more than “There’s no information yet What have other communities Congress gets back from recess. For Clark County U.S. military equipment, free of $5.1 billion worth of property to about what other tactical equipment received from 1033? starters, he wants to decouple the charge. Among the items available state and local law enforcement. the Ferguson Police Department Last October, Oxford County in program from the war on drugs, Commissioner are vehicles (land, air, and sea), Last year alone, almost $450 mil- may have received, the official said, rural western Maine agreed to take which is in flux. weapons, computer equipment, fin- lion worth of equipment was trans- but a complete list of the equipment a “bulletproof, explosive-resistant Congressman Johnson would gerprint equipment, and night-vi- ferred. provided to St. Louis County by the armored personnel carrier, courtesy also limit the transfers of certain sion equipment. What has Ferguson DOD shows the types of weapons of the US military,” according to the types of military equipment that he “If your law enforcement agency received from 1033? being distributed: six .45-caliber Bangor Daily News. believes are not appropriate for lo- chooses to participate, it may be- Ferguson police last October re- pistols, 12 rifles, two sight reflexes, Six other law enforcement agen- cal law enforcement, such as ar- come one of the more than 8,000 ceived “nontactical” equipment via one explosive ordnance disposal cies in Maine were also set to re- mored vehicles and large-caliber participating agencies to increase its the 1033 program, including two robot, one helicopter, seven utility ceive Navstar Defense MaxxPro weapons. capabilities, expand its patrol cov- unarmored Humvees, a trailer, and trucks, three trailers, one motorized Mine Resistant Armor Protected “It’s not yet clear how much sup- Mike Davidson John Howard erage, reduce response times, and a generator, according to a Penta- cart, one pair of elbow pads, one vehicles. port Johnson’s proposal will re- Department 3 Department C save the American taxpayer’s in- gon official speaking to ABC News. pair of knee pads, one industrial “The Western Foothills of the ceive,” writes Philip Bump in the vestment,” the Pentagon’s Law State of Maine, primarily the Ox- Washington Post. “If it passes, how- Joe Thibodeau Enforcement Support Office says ford County area as well as the area ever, it could mean a gradual scal- First Admendment District E on its website. (Continued from Page 4) surrounding Oxford County, cur- ing back of military-grade equip- What’s behind including filming news reports about cases of public interest, when the rently face a previously unimagin- ment owned — and therefore used State creation of 1033? courtrooms are not being used for public proceedings” and that the Dutton/ able threat from terrorist activities,” — by local police forces.” The program was originally Full Disclosure request had been rejected without explanation on mul- Assembly launched to aid communities in the tiple occasions even though a nearly identical request by CNN had been “war on drugs.” After the attacks of granted. Sept. 11, 2001, local law enforce- The District Court dismissed the lawsuit on June 20, 2012. ment could also receive grants from As a result of the reversal, the Los Angeles County Superior Court the new Department of Homeland will now have to defend its decision to allow CNN to report from the courthouse on Fine’s case, but to bar Dutton and Full Disclosure Net- Christine Guerci-Nyhus Denise Gentile work from doing so. Department 8 Department F Ferguson “This is a clear-cut victory for the Freedom of Speech,” said Judicial (Continued from Page 5) Watch President Tom Fitton. “It’s rather extraordinary to have to file a Police have also been criticized lawsuit against a court, and this case shows that even courts are not be- in recent days for heavy-handed yond the protections of the First Amendment. Courts can’t arbitrarily pick treatment of journalists. and choose between news media outlets depending upon how they report Last Wednesday, Ferguson po- on a story.” lice arrested two reporters, one from Brent Jones Leslie Dutton said: “We are elated with the ruling. Not only will we The Washington Post and another District 35 have the opportunity to prove our case in court, but we are one step closer from The Huffington Post, appar- to completing the documentary we envisioned.” State ently without strong justification, DO YOU NEED AN EDITOR? and they fired tear gas at an Al Senate Jazeera television crew while its Have you been embarrassed lately when someone pointed out to you that you misspelled a word in your report or maybe members were setting up a video Mike Root Ken Pollock had a whole sentence all messed up? Have you personally shoot behind a police cordon. On Department 14 Department J Monday night, county police tem- felt that you could’ve done a much better job on that manuscript porarily detained three more jour- but just didn’t have the time? nalists: Getty photographer Scott Tune in to Olson, Lukas Hermsmeier of the Why put off doing what you know you should have done before: German outlet BILD, and Ryan call in an editor! As a word-, sentence-, and document-doctor, Devereaux of The Intercept, an or- RadioTribune she will fix what needs fixing by adding a little of this or that, ganization covering national secu- and taking out what shouldn’t have been there in the first place. rity issues. “We are concerned by the deten- Tune in and listen to those who will tell you Give yourself the luxury of looking your best in print! [email protected]. 702-706-6875. tion and harassment of reporters the truth, and nothing but the truth. You’ll Ed Uehling trying to cover the news in District 10 Ferguson,” Robert Mahoney, direc- discover different personalities and hear tor of the Committee to Protect different opinions, but when it comes to the William “Bill” Kephart Nevada Paul Gaudet Journalists, said in a statement facts, you’ll always get the truth from us! Department 19 Department L Monday. “Journalists have a right Governor to work freely in the streets of any American city, and authorities in www.RadioTribune.com Ferguson have a duty to ensure that they can do so there too.” Call-In Line (702) 772-8082

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A governmentE big enoughDITORIALS to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have. — Thomas Jefferson Our Point of View The McCarthy Era Is Over John McCarthy was the Sheriff in Clark County from 1979 to 1982 when he lost the race to the late John Moran at the end of the first term. McCarthy ended the 18-year reign of Ralph Lamb’s dy- nasty when he defeated the well-liked and famous cowboy- sheriff in the 1978 election, and as a one-term-only sheriff, opened the door for the “inherited tradition” that has pre- dominated in the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department since then. John McCarthy was defeated because he was new to the job, in his first term, and many people in the community were not able to understand what he and his men were trying to do. The same happened with one-time Republican Governor Robert List; he was defeated at the end of his first term. This is what the people in Clark County need to keep in mind for Death is colorblind, the November election, when they vote in the Sheriff race. The people of Clark County did not know John McCarthy, and they did not vote for John McCarthy; they simply voted and so is friendship against Ralph Lamb to end an era they considered had lasted far too long; perhaps too they had been victims of those out- By Perly Viasmensky father was African and his mother American. Do we of-control close friends of the Sheriff. The death of a young person is always sad, regard- need to go into details by saying his father was a black less of who that person is. The death of 18-year-old man from Africa and his mother a white woman from Joseph Raymond “Joe” McCarthy was an American poli- Michael Brown of Ferguson, Missouri, I can say with the United States of America? No, we don’t. He is an tician who served as a Republican US Senator from the state certainty, must be a horrible experience in his mother’s African-American (and as he has said many times), of Wisconsin from 1947 until his death in 1957. life. In cases like this, mothers are the ones who suffer PERIOD. During the McCarthy era, thousands of Americans were the most. I would bet thousands of dollars, which I don’t have accused of being communists or communist sympathizers and But all those demonstrations of hate, destruction of (and I am not a gambler) that Michael Brown has never became the subject of aggressive investigations and ques- property and looting of businesses in a city where you been in Africa. He probably didn’t even know that tioning before government or private-industry panels, com- have to live, is not going to bring the young man back Africa is the second largest continent and that it cov- and is not going to soothe the pain those parents feel. ers one-fifth of the earth’s land. mittees and agencies. The word you hear the most these days and at this So, what’s the point of calling black people Afri- During the Sheriff Douglas Gillespie era, lots of people time is RACISM. If you hear closely the way report- can-Americans? have been victims of his dictatorial and abusive regime. ers broadcast the news, you would get to the sad con- One of the things I admire the most about Ramon McCarthyism is the practice of making accusations of dis- clusion that white people must be the ones instigating Savoy, who for about forty years published the Las loyalty, subversion, or treason without proper regard for evi- racism. Vegas Sentinel-Voice, the first and only Black publi- dence. It also means “the practice of making unfair allega- I was listening to the morning news on Univision cation (until the Review-Journal recently came out with tions or using unfair investigative techniques, especially in this morning and the lady who was reading the news a Black Magazine) in our town. Ramon would tell you (she wasn’t even reporting) said: “A white police of- in plain English, “I am not African-American, I was order to restrict dissent or political criticism.” ficer in Ferguson, Missouri shot and killed an Afri- born here, I have never been in Africa and my family In the Gillespie era, many police officers as well as mem- can-American.” is all from here.” bers of the community were victims of accusations of dis- That is the perfect sign of racism. First, she could My heart goes out to Michael Brown’s mother; she loyalty, or other charges, without proper regard for evidence. have said “Black” instead of “African-American”; but is the one who is going to have that pain in her heart During the Joe McCarthy era minority groups — includ- why couldn’t she just have said, “A police officer in for the rest of her life; but hate toward each other, de- ing African-Americans, Native Americans, and various im- Ferguson, Missouri shot and killed an 18-year-old struction of property, and stealing from the people of man.” There is no reason whatsoever to instigate re- your own town is not going to solve the situation. It is migrant groups — became targets of suspicion, surveillance, sentment between Blacks and Whites. not going to bring Michael Brown back. and infiltration. Stealing Hillary Clinton’s line — what difference We will never know; maybe Michael made the Nobody has suffered through the Gillespie era more than does it make now if the police officer was white, black, wrong choice to socialize with that other guy who was the minority groups in Clark County; and never were so many red or yellow? And the young man was not an Afri- with him on that fatal day, the one who survived the minorities ignored as when it came to where “protection” can-American. He was just plain American. shooting. Do we even know if that guy is the one re- was concerned. President Obama is African-American because his (See Viasmensky, Page 10) Why are we bringing the name of a 69-year-old politician who died a decade later into the local political scene of our ON A PERSONAL NOTE times? you may ask. That is a very good question. You also may ask why bring up the name of John McCarthy Why violence is not the answer to violence: or Robert List when they both served the community three decades ago — and that is also a very good question. Reaction to the killing of Michael Brown Sheriff John McCarthy and Governor Robert List were both By Maramis that probably could stir up feelings one-term servants of the community and were easily taken Until somehow we (meaning all and thoughts that might possibly be out of office when the constituents did not think they did the people on the face of the earth) get put into words such as, “That cop to fully understand the concept of deserves a bullet in the head!” or “If job they were elected to do. “provoking more of the same,” we I knew who it was, I’d hunt him down We compare the old senator to a much younger sheriff need to be told over and over again and kill him,” or “We’ve got to show because of the arbitrary, arrogant, unfair and dictatorial be- that people will likely respond to the police they can’t get away with havior they both displayed in abusing the constituents they what you do in kind. And we obvi- that!” (No doubt similar thoughts were sworn to serve. ously need to be reminded, again and floated through the minds of some, Another good question that someone may ask is why bring again, that people who are treated indicating that those who might be up the bad aspects of Sheriff Douglas Gillespie when he is unjustly will get to a point where they having such thoughts might have will revolt in one way or another. more violence in mind to get their no longer running for the job. And that goes both ways. point across.) Yet a certain leader by It is because Sheriff Douglas Gillespie is working very The killing of Michael Brown MARAMIS CHOUFANI the name of Martin Luther King Jr., hard to keep “his boy,” Joe Lombardo AKA Joseph Lombardo, was, according to various reports out on the who really knew whereof he spoke, said: “As my suf- in office and the public should not allow it to happen. If newswaves, seen as unjustified. Even taking into con- ferings mounted I soon realized that there were two Lombardo is elected Sheriff of Clark County, he would be sideration that Michael and his friend were blatantly ways in which I could respond to my situation — ei- cemented into that office for a very long time, even longer jaywalking and ignoring the officer’s request to get ther to react with bitterness or seek to transform the out of the road, and the then after-the-fact report that suffering into a creative force. I decided to follow the than the eighteen years that Ralph Lamb served Brown was a “suspect” in a crime (information that latter course.” Difficult as it might be for some to hold With over a million dollars in gaming campaign contribu- was apparently part of the scenario at the moment of retaliatory feelings in check, remembering the admon- tions and the backing of two former sheriffs, if Lombardo is Michael’s being shot down), AND the suggestion that ishments and the actions of the good Dr. King might able to fool the community, it will be very hard to get him he was possibly walking away from the officer (try- give them pause. out of office. ing to get away), would anyone say that the penalty People forget that first and foremost, we need to The people of Clark County should think very carefully for such crimes should be death? have ALL the facts before we jump to the conclusions about all this and make sure they do not allow Joseph I wasn’t there and cannot say what really happened we prefer. We seldom hear conclusion-jumpers come or even what was going on in the mind of the officer. out later on and apologize for taking one side over the Lombardo to be the next Sheriff of Clark County because I believe that officer does need to be able to present other without knowing whereof they had spoken. Some they are all going to remember this editorial and wish they his side of the story, which we well know would have acts seem very clear, while some acts are not nearly heeded what it said. to include some details not presently considered in what they seem. Consider this: A vote for Larry Burns, the guy who retired the public’s take on this shooting. Very often, of course, We certainly don’t have to go too far back in time before announcing his candidacy for Sheriff, or a vote for memories of things emotional can be very different to find examples of public outcry and public rage over Lombardo, who is still earning (earning?) a paycheck while from one person to another, from how the people in- some particular incident, or some act on the part of the playing politics on the Strip, with all those benefits. volved want to remember them or believe them to be, police, or some sense of injustice or perpetrated vio- to how the people involved in the causation of the trag- lence that incensed this whole nation, yet people as a Larry Burns is a cop other cops like because he has prom- edy say they really were. Yet they are what they are group are often very slow to learn. Consider what Ben- ised them he would uplift the morale of the department; he and each side needs to be heard. A big thing that also jamin Franklin said hundreds of years ago: “Justice has promised to be fair and enforce the law equally to all needs explanation, if such reports are true, is why will not be served until those who are unaffected are citizens of Clark County. Michael’s body was left lying in the street for almost as outraged as those who are.” That means that laws, Larry Burns works hand in hand with his men and women five hours after the shooting. policies and behaviors MUST be addressed, dealt with in the department; we need to ask Joe Lombardo when was Here is the point: OF COURSE such a killing can and fixed all over this country, wherever injustice has provoke a kind of rage that only those who were raised its ugly head, to avoid those who can use the the last time he responded to a call with the rank and file. touched by that killing could know. Of course any excuse that “it was legal,” “it was within policy” or “I The choice is all yours! Give it much thought. unjustified killing can fuel the kind of anger and rage (See Maramis, Page 10) August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 9

VEditors note:IEW The views expressed are entirely those of the writersP and do not necessarilyOINTS reflect the opinions of the Las Vegas Tribune. If the Tea Party is a Loser, Shoot first and ask so was George Washington questions later By Chuck Muth in which Tea Party can- By Mace Yampolsky fenders. The number one The media consensus is didates did not pull off In Ferguson, Missouri, solution is to demand that that the Tea Party lost big large numbers of miracu- Michael Brown, the un- all law enforcement wear this GOP primary election lous upset victories — is armed black teenager who body cameras when on cycle. seen as a failure. was killed by a police of- duty. Studies show that No it didn’t. Not by a And as we witnessed ficer, sparking protests when encounters with the long shot. The very fact in race after race this year around the nation, was shot public are recorded, inci- that the liberal media and — at the local, state and at least six times, includ- dents of police brutality be- Harry Reid continue to national levels — it was ing twice in the head, a pre- come almost non-existent. obsess over the Tea Party all about winning at any liminary private autopsy In Rialto, California, a movement is proof posi- and all cost for the estab- performed on Sunday year-long study showed an tive of that fact. lishment. Truth, honesty found. This article is 88 percent decrease in That the moderate Re- and character were reli- adapted from the New complaints filed since their publican Party establish- CHUCK MUTH giously sacrificed at Al York Times with snippets MACE YAMPOLSKY police force instituted body ment — in Nevada and across the country Davis’ altar of “Just Win, Baby” (ask your from other online articles. The editorial cameras. Just this week, in response to re- — spent small fortunes on race after race granddad). comments, of course, are mine. cent cases of brutality and an opinion from to keep conservative candidates out of There was no honor in many of those “One of the bullets entered the top of Mr. a Federal Court case suggesting this as a elected office and did the Snoopy Dance victories, especially the primary re-election Brown’s skull, suggesting his head was bent solution to Fourth Amendment violations every time an underfunded Tea Party can- win of Mississippi Republican Sen. Thad forward when it struck him and caused a as well, NYC officials proposed all law didate came up short on Election Day dem- Cochran. The GOP establishment only fatal injury, according to Dr. Michael M. enforcement wear body cameras in the onstrates the ongoing power and influence saved his scalp by turning out Democrat Baden, the former chief medical examiner never-ending quest to keep government the Tea Party movement continues to wield voters to vote against the conservative Tea for the City of New York, who flew to Mis- bodies, at all levels, accountable to the in the GOP. Party challenger in a Republican primary. souri on Sunday at the family’s request to people. As Supreme Court Justice Brandeis Let’s face it: Elected officials enjoyed a Yeah, that’s a win to be proud of. You conduct the separate autopsy. It was likely said, ‘sunlight is said to be the best of dis- 90 percent or better re-election rate LONG go, girls! the last of bullets to hit him, he said. infectants’ in 1913...” before the dawn of the Tea Party movement. The very fact that so many entrenched, “Mr. Brown, 18, was also shot four times “Law enforcement and prosecutors alike That is a testament to the power of incum- well-funded incumbents and anointed es- in the right arm, he said, adding that all the should be banging down the doors of City bency, not any weakness of the Tea Party/ tablishment candidates faced credible, vi- bullets were fired into his front. In light of Hall demanding funding for this valuable conservative movement. Incumbents have able challenges from inexperienced/under- recent events in Ferguson, Missouri, many tool. Imagine how effective a prosecution all the connections, all the major endorse- funded, but principled, challengers exposes are seeking ways to safeguard their com- could be with the judge, jury, and Defen- ments, all the most experienced campaign the continued weakness in the GOP. And munity against police brutality. Sadly, there dant seeing firsthand the actions that led to consultants... and money coming out of contrary to liberal and establishment opin- are members of law enforcement who abuse a stop and arrest. But why isn’t this being their wazoos. ion, the Tea Party isn’t dead; it lived to fight their power and use excessive force. I have done? The only answer is that both are fully In most cases it would take a miracle to another day. seen countless cases involving police bru- aware body cameras would end the prac- unseat ANY incumbent member of Con- Anyone who knows anything about his- tality, but as a whole, most officers do not tice of effectuating arrests using illegal tac- gress, regardless of the philosophical dis- tory knows that George Washington’s Con- take advantage of their position. However, tics. Using cameras would mean no more position of the challenger. That Tea Party tinental Army also lost most of their major officers who do are typically habitual of- (See Mace, Page 11) candidates were unsuccessful in dethron- early skirmishes against the almighty Brit- ing super-powerful incumbents in GOP pri- ish Empire — aided and abetted by colo- maries this year was neither a shock nor a nial sell-outs and turncoats — in the Revo- surprise. lutionary War. BEHIND THE MIKE Disappointing for conservatives, sure. How’d that turn out again? But far from unexpected. Chuck Muth is president of Citizen Out- Ambiguities in Life reach, a non-profit public policy grassroots For those whose depth of political stra- By Michael A. Aun alone than in bad com- advocacy organization. He may be reached tegic thinking roughly equates to that of a You have to love the pany. at [email protected]. parking lot puddle, the election results — ambiguities in life. You —If at first you don’t could write a book on them, succeed, try, try again. but here are just a few that Don’t beat a dead horse. I’ve come across. —Hold fast to the Power of Purpose- —Birds of a feather words of your ancestors. flock together. Opposites Wise men make proverbs attract. and fools repeat them. Driven Leadership —He who hesitates is —You could make the By Doug Dickerson Marcus Garvey said, lost. Look before you leap. argument that atheism is When you’re sur- “A people without the —You’re never too old a non-prophet organiza- rounded by people who knowledge of their past to learn. You can’t teach old tion. share a passionate com- history, origin and culture dog new tricks. —If man evolved mitment and common pur- is like a tree without its —How do you justify MICHAEL A. AUN from monkeys and apes, pose, anything is possible. roots.” Seek to understand this? The early bird gets the worm. Good why do we still have monkeys and apes? — Howard Schultz where you have come things come to those who wait. —Why are there no hypothetical ques- There is a story involv- from in order to make —Look before you leap. Strike while the tions? ing Yogi Berra, the well- sense of where you are iron is hot. —If someone with multiple personali- known catcher for the New going. From that knowl- —Two heads are better than one. If you ties threatens to kill himself, is this consid- York Yankees, and Hank edge you can have a want something done right do it yourself. ered a hostage situation? Aaron, who at that time greater understanding and —Nothing ventured, nothing gained. —I’m thinking out loud here, is there was the chief power hitter appreciation for where you Better safe than sorry. another word for synonym? for the Milwaukee Braves. are today. —Beware of Greeks bearing gifts. Don’t —And where do forest rangers go to get The teams were playing in DOUG DICKERSON It keeps you focused look a gift horse in the mouth. away from it all? the World Series, and as usual Yogi was on the present —What will be, will be. (Que sera —What do you do when an endangered keeping up his ceaseless chatter, intended When your purpose and vision is clear sera...) Life is what you make of it. animal eats an endangered plant? to pep up his teammates on the one hand, it gives your employees the focus they need —Many hands make light work. Too —Would a fly without wings be called and distract the Milwaukee batters on the to succeed. If your team is in the dark about many cooks spoil the broth. a walk? Just wondering. other. As Aaron came to the plate, Yogi tried its mission and vision they are without the —There’s safety in numbers. Too many —Why do they lock gas stations toilets? to distract him by saying, “Henry, you’re most basic of tools needed for success. Your cooks spoil the broth. (Wow, the jury must Are they afraid that someone will break in holding the bat wrong. You’re supposed to employees cannot lead your organization still be out on that proverb!) to clean them? hold it so you can read the trademark.” to its intended destination if they do not —Absence makes the heart fonder. Out —If a turtle doesn’t have a shell, is it Aaron didn’t say anything, but when the understand why they are going there or the of sight; out of mind. homeless or naked? next pitch came he hit it into the left-field values that will guide them. —Don’t change horses in midstream. —Do vegetarians eat animal crackers? bleachers. After rounding the bases and tag- A clear understanding of your purpose Variety is the spice of life. —If police arrest a mute, do they still ging up at home plate, Aaron looked at Yogi gives them the ability to focus like a laser —The pen is mightier than the sword. tell him he has the right to remain silent? Berra and said, “I didn’t come up here to on accomplishing their goals and objec- Actions speak louder than words. —Why do they put Braille on drive- read.” tives. Just as Hank Aaron was able to tune —Don’t cross the bridge till you come through bank machines? The story is a great reminder of why out the distraction at home plate and hit a to it. Forewarned is forearmed. —What was the best thing before sliced having and knowing your purpose is im- home run, so too, will your team succeed —Silence is golden. The squeaky wheel bread? portant. Do you know your company’s mis- when they focus on their mission. gets the grease. —The nicest thing about egotists is they sion or vision statement? If not, sad to say, It gives you direction —Clothes make the man. Never judge a don’t talk about other people. you are not alone. According to a survey for the future book by its cover. —How is it possible to have a civil war? conducted by TINYPulse of over 300 hun- When you can put your past in context —The best things come in small pack- —If one synchronized swimmer drowns, dred companies and 40,000 anonymous re- and focus on the present then you can build ages. The bigger, the better. do the rest drown too? sponses, the survey revealed that only 42 for the future. When you have a purpose —If you lie down with dogs, you’ll get —If you ate both pasta and antipasto, percent of employees know their that is known, with employees who are up with fleas. If you can’t beat ‘em, join would you still be hungry? organization’s vision, mission, and values. engaged, then you have a future that is ‘em. —If you try to fail and succeed, which If your employees do not know your promising. —A miss is as good as a mile. Half a have you done? company’s vision, mission, or values then “Even though the future seems far loaf is better than none. Something is bet- —Whose cruel idea was it to for the they will be poor representatives of your away,” said Mattie Stepanek, “it is actu- ter than nothing. word “lisp” to have an “S” in it? company. If you, as the leader, have not ally beginning right now.” Purpose-driven —An old fox is not easily snared. —Why is it called tourist season here in clearly communicated those core values leadership is about empowering and equip- There’s no fool like an old fool. Florida if we can’t shoot at them? then you have fallen down on the job. How ping your team. Purpose-driven leadership —The more the merrier. Two’s com- —Why is there an expiration date on can your employees represent what they do is the rudder of your ship and will keep you pany; three’s a crowd. sour cream? not know? Purpose-driven leadership is es- on course. Your future is only as promis- —The best things in life are free. You —If you spin an oriental man in a circle sential to your success. Here are three rea- ing as your ability to empower. The time is get what you pay for. three times, does he become disoriented? sons why. now to lay claim to your purpose, make —A good beginning makes a good end- —Can an atheist get insurance against It gives context to your past known your mission and vision, and dis- ing. It’s not over till it’s over. acts of God? In order to understand where you are and cover the possibilities before you. —Blood is thicker than water. Many kin- Why do shops have signs that say where you are going it is important to un- What do you say? folk; few friends. “Guide Dogs Only”? The dogs can’t read derstand your past. Knowing the back-story Doug Dickerson is a syndicated colum- —Practice makes perfect. All work no and their owners are blind. of your organization — all the successes nist. He writes a weekly column for this play makes Jack a dull boy. Michael Aun is a syndicated columnist and failures and how it emerged in the for- newspaper. To contact Doug Dickerson, —A bird in the hand is worth two in the and writes a weekly column for this news- mative years is foundational information email him at ddickerson@ bush. paper. To contact Michael Aun, email him worth understanding. lasvegastribune.com. —There’s safety in numbers. Better be at [email protected]. Page 10 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014

COMMENTARIESEditors note: The views expressed are entirely those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Las Vegas Tribune. Target Truth vs. Metro Embellishment By Norman Jahn by anything. The officer’s rights the investigation. You can’t even waitress actually said to them? Is there anything more pathetic under the Police Officer’s Bill of call your ‘mom’ for a loan to hire It is concluded that the term “un- than one police employee lying Rights were repeatedly violated an attorney to fight the department dercover operative” is vague and about another in order to see him when he was confronted by detec- without violating one of their ad- ambiguous as used in this policy as lose his career? Think about it. tives from several different units; monishments. My realization is that it is nowhere defined in Department While the general public seems to and, reportedly, he was threatened certain officers are SOLD-OUT and policies and fails to make a distinc- believe that the ‘blue code of si- with criminal charges by the cur- after it is too late (they have re- tion between officers functioning in lence’ exists across the board (it rent attorney for the POLICE signed or have been fired), they are a cover capacity, functioning in an does NOT), maybe they need a UNION! There was no clear and told ‘sorry, we don’t represent you undercover capacity, or simply ap- wake-up call to also realize that convincing evidence of anything, anymore.’ pearing in public in plain clothes. there are malicious members of the let alone probable cause to be I also just revisited an (As a side note, has the LVMPD police department who are more charged with any crimes. It was arbitrator’s decision on a case that ever defined or clarified the policy than willing to destroy their own co- truly disgusting. involved Assistant Sheriff Joe since terminating the officer?) workers. Most of these people are If anyone understands the word Lombardo, Captain Charles Hank, “Hayes testified that he was supervisors and managers. No NORMAN JAHN ‘indictment’ (facing trial based only Lt. Karen Hughes, and Sgt. John never ‘made’ by a prostitute be- longer willing or able to actually members of the PMSA thinking by on the probability that a crime was Hayes. A true group of ‘lovelies’ at cause of his website (the PMSA) make arrests and fight crime, they putting him in this position even if committed and that the accused per- Metro! Lombardo is now running and various arrests. How could he seem to be content with eating their he had to abruptly leave Vice? son did it), then I’m certain they for sheriff. Hank is now strongly possibly know? Hayes told Internal own. To think that a person like Lt. Didn’t they ‘vet’ this guy at all? could review the same materials supporting (and donating money to) Affairs ...that Grievant ‘did admit Karen Hughes was on the PMSA I just read an Adjudication of that I have read and conclude that Lombardo. Hughes is still control- to him that he did tell the staff and Board of Directors for so long is Complaint prepared by Kelly some high-ranking members of the ling what I believe to be the cor- management at the Peppermill that troubling. Even more horrible, is Sweeney in Metro Labor Relations LVMPD should be ‘indicted’ or rupt Vice ‘enterprises’ and guess we were undercover Vice Detec- the fact that Sgt. John Hayes, after in 2011. This was after the LVMPD held accountable in a non-criminal what? Sgt. John Hayes is now the tives.’ That was simply not true and years and years of trouble with ‘in- reached a conclusion on the inves- forum. Does this sound like a strong Vice-Chair of the police pure embellishment on the part of terpersonal relations’ (he once told tigation of an officer who had al- statement? I don’t think anyone will supervisor’s union — charged with Hayes.” me “Go f*** yourself” over the ready resigned. It was not the first believe the ridiculous (but appar- protecting the rights of police su- After a quote from Hayes was phone), is now the Vice Chairman time that I read one of her incred- ently tolerated) levels of profes- pervisors up to the rank of Captain. listed, the arbitrator wrote, “This of the PMSA. He does not do po- ibly inaccurate and embellished sional misconduct that were The arbitration decision that I was pure false conjecture on the lice work anymore. His full-time summaries of the findings of an In- reached by some members of Inter- read involved an officer that went part of Hayes. She (the suspected job is to advocate for members — ternal Affairs investigation (or in nal Affairs, Labor Relations, Em- to lunch at the Peppermill during a prostitute) did not even know why often after they have been accused this case, a non-investigation). Even ployment Diversity, and maybe graveyard shift. He was eating with they were leaving at the time and of misconduct. He went from a fre- though the officer was convinced even the unions. I would have a female friend that Hayes believed she did not take a ‘good look’ at quent ‘accuser’ to a defender with to resign, Captain Charles Hank wanted the pretenders in this par- was a prostitute — but she was them. In reality, she ignored them.” a ‘history.’ Hayes is no longer in pushed through an Adjudication of ticular case to have brought forward NOT. Hayes and his squad of Vice After another quote by Hayes (dur- Vice but now has access to a new Complaint that was absolutely un- criminal charges so that that em- officers were also eating in the res- ing his testimony or IA statement) kind of sensitive and highly confi- real. It was full of speculation and ployee could have exercised his taurant. The uniformed officer felt the arbitrator wrote, “With that ad- dential information. What are the conclusions that were not supported constitutional rights and other rights uncomfortable when he saw Hayes mitted state of the facts why in the guaranteed under Nevada Revised and an entire squad so he excused world would Hayes and his whole Maramis Statutes. Any good quality defense himself and went to eat elsewhere. squad frequent that restaurant and (Continued from Page 8) attorney would absolutely annihi- Suspecting that the officer was so then complain about an offhand was just doing my job” as a cop-out for their particular act of injustice. late little ‘Nicky’ Crosby and his audacious as to go to lunch with a comment made by Grievant to a But we need to remember: that also includes addressing the issue of using Metro puppeteers if there was any prostitute, Hayes ordered his entire waitress? Hayes was clearly out to racism as a catch-all for deciding guilt. fundamental fairness — instead of squad to immediately perform sur- burn the Grievant that night in part Dr. King was all about peace, yet some who loved him and were out- the Kangaroo Court over which veillance on the officer. The surveil- because he erroneously believed raged at his killing still somehow decided to react in kind to the assassi- none other than Joe Lombardo has lance produced no result. Nothing that Grievant was out with a pros- nation, indulging in random acts of violence as well as planned acts of presided so many times! happened, but Hayes had already titute and in part because Hayes violence, as if that in any way at all would be in support of a man of Metro only needs clear and con- called in a complaint alleging that was upset with the Grievant about PEACE. vincing evidence to convince a the officer ‘blew the cover’ of his prior incidents...” And regarding any and all such acts of violence, as if the perpetrators ‘friendly’ arbitrator that they have plainclothes squad at the Peppermill And there is still more: “Hayes were in some kind of group accord to express their feelings over the trag- prevailed during an arbitration hear- — a location known to be fre- obviously thought that Grievant edy involving Michael Brown, his own mother was on TV begging ev- ing. They get away with totally sub- quented for years during the early was dating a prostitute and had eryone not to respond in violence. And the family, through a cousin, has jective terminology for some vio- morning hours by people in the ‘in- them followed and told his crew that said that they so appreciate the peaceful gatherings on behalf of Michael, lations such as CONSORTING dustry’ ...if you know what I mean. he wanted to wait to see if she would and are so against violence of any kind. WITH PERSONS OF ILL RE- The following, very powerful give him a b*** job. He may think Yet somehow, again, when it comes to responding to a violent act di- PUTE or ENGAGING IN CON- language, was used by the arbitra- that is good police work, but it ap- rectly, or even responding to the response against the original response to DUCT WHICH BRINGS THE tor as he BLASTED most of the pears to be personal animosity.” the violence, people can’t seem to stop responding IN KIND. (You hurt DEPARTMENT INTO DISRE- charges against the officer out of the The Board (Pretermination Board me, I will hurt you. You hurt someone I love, I will hurt you and all those PUTE. Worst of all, if the adminis- water: headed by Joe Lombardo) con- like you. You hurt one of us, and we will gang up on all of you. And on trators work together to ‘facilitate’ Divulging the identity of an “un- cluded that Grievant had animos- and on.) resignations before any disposition dercover operative” ...requires the ity toward Hayes when in fact his Responsive violence is not just another term for “protest.” There are on the investigation even occurs or discharge of an officer on the first emotion was probably fear, and other ways to protest. I certainly believe in standing up for justice and I before any due process (opportunity offense. With such perilous conse- Hayes and Hank, who were evi- can easily agree with Elie Wiesel, 1986 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, to challenge findings), then the quences, it would be expected that dently social friends, were the ones who said, “There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injus- problems are never corrected and the term “undercover operative” who had some animosity toward the tice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest.” The act may they continue. They encourage res- would be clearly defined. It is not Grievant.” [In early 2010, Captain already be done, but we do not have to passively let it go unchallenged ignations to allow an employee the so defined... Apparently the only Charles Hank was the subject of a and unquestioned, as though it were in any way something to just accept. chance to find future employment person who used the word “Under- domestic violence call/investiga- But still, we must remember that justice requires the truth. in law enforcement but don’t reveal cover” was Hayes who the Griev- tion for an incident involving his Reactions to injustice will continue to surface as long as there is injus- that they are highly proficient at ant alleges is his primary antago- wife—but we already know how tice to which the populace will react. And whether it is only an immediate blackballing the former employee. nist. Does it matter that Internal Metro ‘handled’ that investigation.] reaction, or turns out to be a thoughtful action taken on behalf of that How does this happen? What are Affairs did not even bother to in- The arbitrator continued, “The injustice, such a clash between those perpetrating injustice and those who the unions or private attorneys hired terview the five other officers (who Notice of Termination states that the will not accept it will be inevitable. We need to heed the messages regard- were present) to find out what the (See Jahn, Page 12) ing such injustice delivered by those before us — no matter who they by officers doing to challenge were — those who could perhaps feel the future, and ponder the picture Metro? How much history to these presented in their pronouncements, such as, “I believe that there will ulti- problems has been loaded on the Viamensky mately be a clash between the oppressed and those who do the oppress- plate of the PMSA and the PPA, and (Continued from Page 8) ing. I believe that there will be a clash between those who want freedom, what has ever been done? sponsible for what happened to Michael Brown? justice and equality for everyone and those who want to continue the I know that I have expressed my Do we know the feelings of the police officer, who now has to live for system of exploitation. I believe that there will be that kind of clash, but I concerns to the unions more than the rest of his life with the guilt of knowing he took the life of a young don’t think it will be based on the color of the skin...” Does anyone agree once. I wasn’t a troublemaker who person? with those words? They were spoken by Malcolm X. engaged in misconduct and then It is time to stop listening to the frustrated so-called leaders of the We will learn much and make greater progress toward local peace in wanted the union to bail me out. Black community, such as Al Sharpton, Jessie Jackson and the like. For any community in these United States — to say nothing of that hoped-for During my very few experiences years Blacks and Whites have been getting along just perfectly. We work elusive world peace — if we always give truth a chance and ponder how with Internal Affairs (over 20 + together, we share the same neighborhoods, and we built good friend- we might benefit from words spoken if taken under advisement, rather years) I came to realize that the sys- ships among our children. than dismissing them out of hand because of how we may feel about the tem is a total jokeÖ and so is the As a white person I can say that I praise my friendship with Dawn person who said them. The police, for example, do not all speak as one, maximum of 40 hours for a suspen- Leno, Ramon Savoy and Parker Philpot. I am proud they are all in my whether in Ferguson or in Las Vegas, and their badges do not give them sion with the only alternative after life. any magical powers of knowing the truth more than any badgeless citizen that to be a termination of employ- Perly Viasmensky is the General Manager of the Las Vegas Tribune. nearby; however, some law enforcement officers (or former members of ment. The department has a sledge- She writes a weekly column in this newspaper. To contact Perly Viasmensky, the law enforcement team) may offer great insight into how to achieve hammer and controls all aspects of email her at pviasmensky@lasvegas tribune.com. local peace if we were but to take heed. Our court system, for example, is supposed to be just, yet it varies from court to court and judge to judge; we may not find Justice served up in every court every time, but we would probably prefer to take our chances in an American court rather than one in some non-American country. We know that at least there are procedures in place in these United States whereby one can bring charges, appeal decisions, and even use the power Open Mic of the press to tell our story and gain support for the truth. The point of justice is always to let truth be served. Unfortunately, often it is expediency that gets served. I do not know where the truth lies with Gordon Martines in Ferguson, but I am willing to wait, and listen, and learn. It may take patience to hear the final word on that truth, but truth never suffers from such close examination. Violence is often a reaction to serving up untruth. It is often a reaction to seeing something unjust happening right before our eyes. Whether on the streets, in the courts, in newspapers or on TV, untruth will not be 11:00 a.m. accepted. “In all debates, let truth be thy aim, not victory, or an unjust interest.” And that was said by William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania, Tuesday and almost three centuries ago. Bringing truth to light then may be a big part of how we all can deal Thursdays with the horrors of life. Violence is never the answer, but not accepting the injustice that stirs those feelings within us is. on Maramis Choufani is the Managing Editor of the Las Vegas Tribune. She writes a weekly column in this newspaper. To contact Maramis, email RadioTribune.com her at [email protected]. Page 10 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 11 When Can a Landlord Keep a Residential Security Deposit? By Keith F. Pickard tenant’s lease. This return or ac- home was not cleaned properly, or With increasing frequency, dis- counting must be delivered person- that the tenants let the landscaping putes between landlords and tenants ally to the tenant wherever the rent die, or whatever it is they claim jus- are finding their way into court- payments were normally made, or tified keeping the deposit. Some- rooms of the Justice Courts of On The by mailing it to the tenant at their times, it turns out that the landlord Henderson and Las Vegas. Part of new address. If the tenant did not has improperly claimed expenses OMMENTARIESEditors note: The views expressed are entirely those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Las Vegas Tribune. this is undoubtedly due to the large leave a forwarding address, the against the deposit, when in reality C number of individuals and families Legal landlord is to mail it to the tenant’s they spent it and simply cannot re- who lost their homes to foreclosure last known address. If the landlord turn it on time. This is often a very when the country went off the eco- has retained all or part of a deposit expensive mistake for the landlord nomic cliff in 2007. Historically, Front and sent the proper notice, the ten- as penalties will apply. (See NRS Target Truth vs. Metro Embellishment landlords have had the advantage ant has 30 days in which to dispute 118A.242(6)). By Keith P. Pickard, Esq. when dealing with problems at their the retainage to avoid any negative So how do tenants and landlords By Norman Jahn by anything. The officer’s rights the investigation. You can’t even waitress actually said to them? rental properties as they were bet- credit reports. protect themselves? By doing two Is there anything more pathetic under the Police Officer’s Bill of call your ‘mom’ for a loan to hire It is concluded that the term “un- ter prepared or had the resources to contractual obligations, or refuses heavy-handed tactics, such as The landlord’s ability to keep the very important things: A joint walk- than one police employee lying Rights were repeatedly violated an attorney to fight the department dercover operative” is vague and outlast cash-strapped tenants. And to move out after the expiration of security is limited. Landlords may through before the tenant moves in, about another in order to see him when he was confronted by detec- without violating one of their ad- ambiguous as used in this policy as threats of eviction and demands for given these newly displaced rent- the lease. And when landlords’ de- keep a portion of the security de- and another joint walk-through af- lose his career? Think about it. tives from several different units; monishments. My realization is that it is nowhere defined in Department work that was not part of the origi- ers had no other choice, they typi- posit to remedy any “default” of the ter the tenant has removed their While the general public seems to and, reportedly, he was threatened certain officers are SOLD-OUT and policies and fails to make a distinc- mands go unheeded, they keep the nal agreement, or keeping deposits believe that the ‘blue code of si- with criminal charges by the cur- after it is too late (they have re- tion between officers functioning in cally would bend to the wishes of deposit and have the sheriff evict without explanation. In fact, in the tenant, but only so much as is “rea- items but before they finally leave. lence’ exists across the board (it rent attorney for the POLICE signed or have been fired), they are a cover capacity, functioning in an the landlord and do as they were the tenant. majority of cases where residential sonably necessary” to reimburse the Photos or videos are incredibly does NOT), maybe they need a UNION! There was no clear and told ‘sorry, we don’t represent you undercover capacity, or simply ap- told, since they could ill afford to Tenants seem to be finding their tenants have complained, improp- actual costs. For example, if the ten- helpful, and increasingly easy to wake-up call to also realize that convincing evidence of anything, anymore.’ pearing in public in plain clothes. lose their deposit or have to find voices. It appears that the tenants erly retained deposits have been a ants had a pet that chewed holes in obtain since most people have at there are malicious members of the let alone probable cause to be I also just revisited an (As a side note, has the LVMPD new housing. Recently, however, today are more sophisticated than substantial complaint. the carpet or damaged the walls, the least one cell phone that can take police department who are more charged with any crimes. It was arbitrator’s decision on a case that ever defined or clarified the policy this pattern seems to be changing. those of a decade ago. They are also So when is a landlord justified landlord is able to use the deposit pictures or videos. The landlord and than willing to destroy their own co- truly disgusting. involved Assistant Sheriff Joe since terminating the officer?) Of course, landlords have the finding better employment in the in keeping a security deposit? to pay for the repairs. Similarly, if tenant should walk through the workers. Most of these people are If anyone understands the word Lombardo, Captain Charles Hank, “Hayes testified that he was ability to insist upon adequate per- recovering economy and thus able NRS 118A.242 provides that the the tenant left the home without home together, taking specific notes supervisors and managers. No NORMAN JAHN ‘indictment’ (facing trial based only Lt. Karen Hughes, and Sgt. John never ‘made’ by a prostitute be- formance by the tenants under their to push back a bit when they feel landlord must return the tenant’s en- paying rent, or without doing a rea- of issues that appear to be out of longer willing or able to actually members of the PMSA thinking by on the probability that a crime was Hayes. A true group of ‘lovelies’ at cause of his website (the PMSA) leases. A landlord can evict a ten- abused. Local attorneys have tire deposit, or provide an itemized sonably good job of cleaning, the the ordinary. At the initial walk- make arrests and fight crime, they putting him in this position even if committed and that the accused per- Metro! Lombardo is now running and various arrests. How could he ant who fails to pay rent, neglects gained several new clients in the accounting of how it was used, landlord can use the deposit to through, the tenant can point out seem to be content with eating their he had to abruptly leave Vice? son did it), then I’m certain they for sheriff. Hank is now strongly possibly know? Hayes told Internal to perform maintenance or other past few months with stories of within 30 days of the end of the cover the unpaid rent or to pay to carpet stains or damage to the walls own. To think that a person like Lt. Didn’t they ‘vet’ this guy at all? could review the same materials supporting (and donating money to) Affairs ...that Grievant ‘did admit have the space cleaned. In fact, the or landscaping for which they are Karen Hughes was on the PMSA I just read an Adjudication of that I have read and conclude that Lombardo. Hughes is still control- to him that he did tell the staff and two most common landlord com- not going to be held responsible. At Board of Directors for so long is Complaint prepared by Kelly some high-ranking members of the ling what I believe to be the cor- management at the Peppermill that Mace plaints are for these two issues. the final walk-through, the landlord, (Continued from Page 9) wounds. Some of the bullets en- Chief Jon Belmar of the St. Louis troubling. Even more horrible, is Sweeney in Metro Labor Relations LVMPD should be ‘indicted’ or rupt Vice ‘enterprises’ and guess we were undercover Vice Detec- These two defaults are doubly photos in hand, will be able to point Fourth Amendment violations tered and exited several times, in- County police said that Officer Wil- the fact that Sgt. John Hayes, after in 2011. This was after the LVMPD held accountable in a non-criminal what? Sgt. John Hayes is now the tives.’ That was simply not true and costly as it means that along with out damage that is out of the ordi- swept under the rug, no more falsi- cluding one that left at least five son was leaving his police car when years and years of trouble with ‘in- reached a conclusion on the inves- forum. Does this sound like a strong Vice-Chair of the police pure embellishment on the part of the costs to clean and repair, the nary and not present at the time of fying alleged statements, no more different wounds. “This one here Mr. Brown “allegedly pushed the terpersonal relations’ (he once told tigation of an officer who had al- statement? I don’t think anyone will supervisor’s union — charged with Hayes.” landlord loses rent for the period for the initial walk-through. While it is exaggeration of alleged actions by looks like his head was bent down- police officer back into the car,” me “Go f*** yourself” over the ready resigned. It was not the first believe the ridiculous (but appar- protecting the rights of police su- After a quote from Hayes was which it was not paid, or for the understandable if the parties are the Defendant, and no more ward,” [Dr. Baden] said, indicating where he “physically assaulted the phone), is now the Vice Chairman time that I read one of her incred- ently tolerated) levels of profes- pervisors up to the rank of Captain. listed, the arbitrator wrote, “This period needed to restore the home, uncomfortable as it is human nature downplaying the use of force [be- the wound at the very top of Mr. police officer.” “Within the police of the PMSA. He does not do po- ibly inaccurate and embellished sional misconduct that were The arbitration decision that I was pure false conjecture on the rather than having a paying tenant to want to avoid conflict, if both ing] used to make the arrest.” Brown’s head. “It can be because car there was a struggle over the lice work anymore. His full-time summaries of the findings of an In- reached by some members of Inter- read involved an officer that went part of Hayes. She (the suspected in place. sides have met their obligations, “If we want communities to trust he’s giving up, or because he’s officer’s weapon,” Chief Belmar job is to advocate for members — ternal Affairs investigation (or in nal Affairs, Labor Relations, Em- to lunch at the Peppermill during a prostitute) did not even know why However, although the landlord they should expect the inspection those who are there to protect and charging forward at the officer.” said. “There was at least one shot often after they have been accused this case, a non-investigation). Even ployment Diversity, and maybe graveyard shift. He was eating with they were leaving at the time and is free to retain a portion of the de- to go smoothly. Indeed, these in- serve, then there needs to be trans- He stressed that his information fired in the car.” At that point, the of misconduct. He went from a fre- though the officer was convinced even the unions. I would have a female friend that Hayes believed she did not take a ‘good look’ at posit to cover these costs, they can- spections are incredibly helpful in parency in everything that they do. does not assign blame or justify the police said, Officer Wilson left his quent ‘accuser’ to a defender with to resign, Captain Charles Hank wanted the pretenders in this par- was a prostitute — but she was them. In reality, she ignored them.” not charge the tenant for what is avoiding arguments and costly liti- Incidents like the one that occurred shooting (this surely does not seem vehicle and fatally shot Mr. Brown. a ‘history.’ Hayes is no longer in pushed through an Adjudication of ticular case to have brought forward NOT. Hayes and his squad of Vice After another quote by Hayes (dur- called “ordinary wear and tear.” gation. in Ferguson would no longer occur helpful to the police department). “More than a few” shell casings Vice but now has access to a new Complaint that was absolutely un- criminal charges so that that em- officers were also eating in the res- ing his testimony or IA statement) This is most often seen in the in- If, however, the landlord or ten- at the alarming rate they are now; “We need more information; for were recovered from the scene (I kind of sensitive and highly confi- real. It was full of speculation and ployee could have exercised his taurant. The uniformed officer felt the arbitrator wrote, “With that ad- stances of carpet that is well-worn ant has not acted appropriately and and if things do happen, there would example, the police should be ex- find this hard to believe.). dential information. What are the conclusions that were not supported constitutional rights and other rights uncomfortable when he saw Hayes mitted state of the facts why in the in traffic areas, or small nail holes will not voluntarily remedy the be no question whatsoever about amining the automobile to see if Mr. Johnson, who was with guaranteed under Nevada Revised and an entire squad so he excused world would Hayes and his whole from hanging art or family photo- problem, then affirmative legal ac- squad frequent that restaurant and who did what. Officers should wel- there is gunshot residue in the po- Brown that night and who has de- Maramis Statutes. Any good quality defense himself and went to eat elsewhere. graphs. In other words, a landlord tion must be taken. These cases are (Continued from Page 8) attorney would absolutely annihi- Suspecting that the officer was so then complain about an offhand come this technology as a tool in lice car,” [Dr. Baden] said. clined to be interviewed, has de- can only charge tenants for unusual often taken by attorneys because was just doing my job” as a cop-out for their particular act of injustice. late little ‘Nicky’ Crosby and his audacious as to go to lunch with a comment made by Grievant to a combating false claims of police Dr. Baden, 80, is a well-known scribed the events differently in cleaning or repairs, for non-pay- their fees can be recovered in Jus- But we need to remember: that also includes addressing the issue of using Metro puppeteers if there was any prostitute, Hayes ordered his entire waitress? Hayes was clearly out to brutality or in instances of officer- New York-based medical examiner, television interviews. While he and ment of rent, or for other express tice Court where these issues are racism as a catch-all for deciding guilt. fundamental fairness — instead of squad to immediately perform sur- burn the Grievant that night in part involved shootings.” who is one of only about 400 board- Mr. Brown walked, he said, Officer contractual defaults. resolved. So if you find yourself in Dr. King was all about peace, yet some who loved him and were out- the Kangaroo Court over which veillance on the officer. The surveil- because he erroneously believed “In the long run, body cameras certified forensic pathologists in the Wilson stopped his vehicle and told Unfortunately, too many land- a spot where you need to seek the raged at his killing still somehow decided to react in kind to the assassi- none other than Joe Lombardo has lance produced no result. Nothing that Grievant was out with a pros- will create a stronger support of law nation. He reviewed the autopsies them to get on the sidewalk. When lords have forgotten that the secu- help of the court, contact an expe- nation, indulging in random acts of violence as well as planned acts of presided so many times! happened, but Hayes had already titute and in part because Hayes enforcement within the communi- of both President John F. Kennedy they refused, Officer Wilson rity deposit is actually money be- rienced real estate attorney. violence, as if that in any way at all would be in support of a man of Metro only needs clear and con- called in a complaint alleging that was upset with the Grievant about ties they police and be a cost-effec- and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King slammed on his brakes and drove longing to the tenant that is simply * * * * * PEACE. vincing evidence to convince a the officer ‘blew the cover’ of his prior incidents...” tive tool for the prosecution of Jr., and has performed more than in reverse to get closer. held in trust to protect the landlord. Keith F. Pickard is a real estate And regarding any and all such acts of violence, as if the perpetrators ‘friendly’ arbitrator that they have plainclothes squad at the Peppermill And there is still more: “Hayes crimes. As a nation, we should de- 20,000 autopsies himself. When the officer opened his Instead, they are viewing deposits attorney and partner at his firm, were in some kind of group accord to express their feelings over the trag- prevailed during an arbitration hear- — a location known to be fre- obviously thought that Grievant mand that all law enforcement be Dr. Baden said he consulted with door, it hit Mr. Brown. With his left edy involving Michael Brown, his own mother was on TV begging ev- as secondary profit centers. And as Pickard Parry Pfau. He can be ing. They get away with totally sub- quented for years during the early was dating a prostitute and had required to wear body cameras and the St. Louis County medical ex- hand, Officer Wilson reached out eryone not to respond in violence. And the family, through a cousin, has tenants are starting to push back, reached at 702-910-4300, through jective terminology for some vio- morning hours by people in the ‘in- them followed and told his crew that that all law enforcement vehicles be aminer before conducting the au- and grabbed Mr. Brown by the said that they so appreciate the peaceful gatherings on behalf of Michael, landlords are having to account for his firm’s website at www. lations such as CONSORTING dustry’ ...if you know what I mean. he wanted to wait to see if she would equipped as well. Once we develop topsy. One of the bullets shattered neck, Mr. Johnson said. “It’s like and are so against violence of any kind. the money they’ve kept. Landlords pickardparry.com, or his direct WITH PERSONS OF ILL RE- The following, very powerful give him a b*** job. He may think this kind of transparency, we can re- Mr. Brown’s right eye, traveled tug-of-war,” Mr. Johnson said. Yet somehow, again, when it comes to responding to a violent act di- PUTE or ENGAGING IN CON- language, was used by the arbitra- that is good police work, but it ap- bear the burden to prove that the email, [email protected]. rectly, or even responding to the response against the original response to build trust in those sworn to pro- through his face, exited his jaw and “He’s trying to pull him in. He’s DUCT WHICH BRINGS THE tor as he BLASTED most of the pears to be personal animosity.” tect and serve and begin to have a re-entered his collarbone. The last pulling away, that’s when I heard, the violence, people can’t seem to stop responding IN KIND. (You hurt DEPARTMENT INTO DISRE- charges against the officer out of the The Board (Pretermination Board true system of Justice that holds two shots in the head would have ‘I’m gonna shoot you.’ ” me, I will hurt you. You hurt someone I love, I will hurt you and all those PUTE. Worst of all, if the adminis- water: headed by Joe Lombardo) con- everyone involved responsible, no stopped him in his tracks and were A witness, Tiffany Mitchell, said like you. You hurt one of us, and we will gang up on all of you. And on trators work together to ‘facilitate’ Divulging the identity of an “un- cluded that Grievant had animos- matter which side of the aisle they likely the last fired. that she heard tires squeal, then saw and on.) resignations before any disposition dercover operative” ...requires the ity toward Hayes when in fact his sit on.” “Mr. Brown,” he said, “would Mr. Brown and Officer Wilson Responsive violence is not just another term for “protest.” There are on the investigation even occurs or discharge of an officer on the first emotion was probably fear, and In Reno, NHP uses such cam- not have survived the shooting even “wrestling” through the open car other ways to protest. I certainly believe in standing up for justice and I before any due process (opportunity offense. With such perilous conse- Hayes and Hank, who were evi- eras, but in Las Vegas, they do not. if he had been taken to a hospital window. A shot went off from can easily agree with Elie Wiesel, 1986 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, to challenge findings), then the quences, it would be expected that dently social friends, were the ones right away.” The autopsy indicated within the car, Mr. Johnson said, who said, “There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injus- problems are never corrected and the term “undercover operative” who had some animosity toward the The preliminary results from that tice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest.” The act may they continue. They encourage res- would be clearly defined. It is not Grievant.” [In early 2010, Captain first autopsy offered the public, for that he was otherwise healthy. No and the two began to run away from already be done, but we do not have to passively let it go unchallenged ignations to allow an employee the so defined... Apparently the only Charles Hank was the subject of a the first time, some of the critical matter what conclusions can be the officer. and unquestioned, as though it were in any way something to just accept. chance to find future employment person who used the word “Under- domestic violence call/investiga- information surrounding Michael drawn from Dr. Baden’s work, Mr. Mr. Johnson said that he hid be- But still, we must remember that justice requires the truth. in law enforcement but don’t reveal cover” was Hayes who the Griev- tion for an incident involving his Brown’s death. Brown’s death remains marked by hind a parked car and that Mr. Reactions to injustice will continue to surface as long as there is injus- that they are highly proficient at ant alleges is his primary antago- wife—but we already know how “Thousands of protesters de- shifting and contradictory accounts Brown was struck by a bullet in his tice to which the populace will react. And whether it is only an immediate blackballing the former employee. nist. Does it matter that Internal Metro ‘handled’ that investigation.] manding information and justice for more than a week after it occurred. back as he ran away, an account that reaction, or turns out to be a thoughtful action taken on behalf of that How does this happen? What are Affairs did not even bother to in- The arbitrator continued, “The what was widely viewed as a reck- The shooting is under investigation Dr. Baden’s autopsy appears to con- injustice, such a clash between those perpetrating injustice and those who less shooting took to the streets [in by St. Louis County and by the tradict. “Michael’s body jerks as if the unions or private attorneys hired terview the five other officers (who Notice of Termination states that the By The Duke of Fremont Street will not accept it will be inevitable. We need to heed the messages regard- (See Jahn, Page 12) Ferguson] in rallies that ranged F.B.I., working with the Justice he was hit,” Ms. Mitchell said, “and no matter who they by officers doing to challenge were present) to find out what the ing such injustice delivered by those before us — from peaceful to violent.” Department’s civil rights division then he put his hands up.” Mr. were — those who could perhaps feel the future, and ponder the picture Metro? How much history to these Attorney General Eric H. Holder and the office of Attorney General Brown turned, Mr. Johnson said, The Adventure Continues! presented in their pronouncements, such as, “I believe that there will ulti- problems has been loaded on the Viamensky Jr. said Sunday that the Justice De- Holder. raised his hands, and said, “I don’t mately be a clash between the oppressed and those who do the oppress- plate of the PMSA and the PPA, and (Continued from Page 8) Gratitude is something that everyone used to possess but that no longer partment would conduct its own According to what has emerged have a gun, stop shooting!” ing. I believe that there will be a clash between those who want freedom, what has ever been done? sponsible for what happened to Michael Brown? appears to be the case. One simple phrase, “Thank you,” has almost be- justice and equality for everyone and those who want to continue the I know that I have expressed my Do we know the feelings of the police officer, who now has to live for autopsy, in addition to the ones per- so far, on Saturday, Aug. 9, Mr. Officer Wilson continued to fire come extinct in our modern society. I am very irritated when I shop for system of exploitation. I believe that there will be that kind of clash, but I concerns to the unions more than the rest of his life with the guilt of knowing he took the life of a young formed by local officials and [the Brown, along with a companion, and Mr. Brown crumpled to the anything — gas, groceries or household items — and I do not receive a don’t think it will be based on the color of the skin...” Does anyone agree once. I wasn’t a troublemaker who person? private one] because of, a depart- Dorian Johnson, was walking in the ground, Mr. Johnson said. Within simple thank you after my money is paid for these services or items. with those words? They were spoken by Malcolm X. engaged in misconduct and then It is time to stop listening to the frustrated so-called leaders of the ment spokesman said, “the extraor- middle of Canfield Drive, a fistful seconds, confusion and horror When did “Have a nice day” become the new expression of gratitude in We will learn much and make greater progress toward local peace in wanted the union to bail me out. Black community, such as Al Sharpton, Jessie Jackson and the like. For dinary circumstances involved in of cigarillos in Mr. Brown’s hand, swept through Canfield Drive. On our society? any community in these United States — to say nothing of that hoped-for During my very few experiences years Blacks and Whites have been getting along just perfectly. We work this case and at the request of the police say, which a videotape shows that Saturday afternoon, dozens of When I was a young man I worked in a few fast food establishments to elusive world peace — if we always give truth a chance and ponder how with Internal Affairs (over 20 + together, we share the same neighborhoods, and we built good friend- Brown family.” he stole from a liquor store on West neighbors were at home and rushed make extra spending money while attending high school. At that time it we might benefit from words spoken if taken under advisement, rather years) I came to realize that the sys- ships among our children. Michael Brown died Aug. 9 in a Florissant Ave. out of their apartments when they was mandatory to thank the customer for his or her business. That doesn’t tem is a total jokeÖ and so is the than dismissing them out of hand because of how we may feel about the As a white person I can say that I praise my friendship with Dawn confrontation with a police officer The police have said that what heard gunshots. appear to be the case today. Never forget that the world and all its inhab- maximum of 40 hours for a suspen- person who said them. The police, for example, do not all speak as one, Leno, Ramon Savoy and Parker Philpot. I am proud they are all in my [in Ferguson] in the suburb of St. happened next was a physical One person who claimed to wit- itants owe you nothing, so be grateful when receiving compensation for sion with the only alternative after whether in Ferguson or in Las Vegas, and their badges do not give them life. Louis. struggle between Mr. Brown and ness the shooting began posting any task or product. that to be a termination of employ- any magical powers of knowing the truth more than any badgeless citizen Perly Viasmensky is the General Manager of the Las Vegas Tribune. “The police department has Officer Wilson that left the officer frantic messages on Twitter. A 10- If someone, anyone, expresses their gratitude when I hand them my ment. The department has a sledge- nearby; however, some law enforcement officers (or former members of She writes a weekly column in this newspaper. To contact Perly Viasmensky, come under harsh criticism for re- with a swollen face. Mr. Johnson minute video posted on YouTube hard-earned money, I’m elated. I will make sure they know their words the law enforcement team) may offer great insight into how to achieve hammer and controls all aspects of email her at pviasmensky@lasvegas tribune.com. fusing to clarify the circumstances and others have said that it was a appeared to be taken on a cellphone are appreciated and always acknowledge them with a “You’re welcome” local peace if we were but to take heed. of the shooting and for responding case of racial profiling and police by someone who identified himself — and in some instances even tip the person that expressed this senti- Our court system, for example, is supposed to be just, yet it varies to protests with military-style op- aggression from a white officer to- as a neighbor. ment. from court to court and judge to judge; we may not find Justice served up erational gear.” ward a black man. Within minutes, The video, which has collected So please listen to my words and take heed, both young and old; Never in every court every time, but we would probably prefer to take our chances “People have been asking: How Mr. Brown, who was unarmed, was more than 225,000 views, captures in an American court rather than one in some non-American country. We stop expressing your gratitude to patrons of your business whether you many times was he shot? This in- dead of gunshot wounds. Mr. Brown’s body, the yellow po- are the lowest employee on the totem pole or the CEO. Your life will be know that at least there are procedures in place in these United States formation could have been released The sequence of events provided lice tape that marked off the crime whereby one can bring charges, appeal decisions, and even use the power Open Mic enriched in so many ways and your prospects of success in business and on Day 1,” Dr. Baden said in an in- by law enforcement officials places scene and the residents standing of the press to tell our story and gain support for the truth. the “Game of Life” will be increased exponentially! terview after performing the au- Mr. Brown and Mr. Johnson at behind it. The point of justice is always to let truth be served. Unfortunately, In closing I wish to thank you, the reader, for taking the time to read topsy. “They don’t do that, even as Ferguson Market and Liquors, a “At one point, a woman can be often it is expediency that gets served. I do not know where the truth lies with Gordon Martines my brief words. Stay happy and well, and prosper! in Ferguson, but I am willing to wait, and listen, and learn. It may take feelings built up among the citi- store several blocks away on West heard shouting, “Where is the am- You can comment on The Duke of Fremont Street Facebook page. patience to hear the final word on that truth, but truth never suffers from zenry that there was a cover-up. We Florissant Ave., at about 11:50 a.m. bulance? Where is the ambulance?” such close examination. are hoping to alleviate that.” After leaving the store with the The man taking the video, who re- Violence is often a reaction to serving up untruth. It is often a reaction Dr. Baden said that while Mr. cigarillos, the two walked north on mained off-camera, said, “God rest to seeing something unjust happening right before our eyes. Whether on Brown was shot at least six times, West Florissant, a busy commercial his soul. He’s gone.” the streets, in the courts, in newspapers or on TV, untruth will not be 11:00 a.m. only three bullets were recovered thoroughfare, toward Canfield Overkill? It sure sounds like that accepted. “In all debates, let truth be thy aim, not victory, or an unjust from his body. But he has not yet Drive, a clerk reported to the po- to me! interest.” And that was said by William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania, Tuesday and seen the X-rays showing where the lice. The police tell of an officer * * * * * almost three centuries ago. bullets were found, which would who was enforcing the minor vio- Mace J. Yampolsky is a Board Bringing truth to light then may be a big part of how we all can deal Thursdays clarify the autopsy results. Nor has lation of jaywalking, as Mr. Brown Certified Criminal Law Specialist, with the horrors of life. Violence is never the answer, but not accepting he had access to witness and police and Mr. Johnson ignored the side- 625 South Sixth St., Las Vegas, NV the injustice that stirs those feelings within us is. on statements. walk and strolled down the middle 89101; He can be reached at: Maramis Choufani is the Managing Editor of the Las Vegas Tribune. Dr. Baden provided a diagram of of the road instead. (Another hei- Phone 702-385-9777 or fax 702- She writes a weekly column in this newspaper. To contact Maramis, email RadioTribune.com the entry wounds, and noted that the nous crime!) 385-300. His website is located at: her at [email protected]. six shots produced numerous The morning after the shooting, www.macelaw.com. Page 12 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 Jahn (Continued from Page 10) Synopsis: Police credibility waitress ‘told the undercover officers that you told her they were under- cover Vice.’ This is simply not true... It is concluded that Grievant’s com- ment to the waitress in this case was not a malevolent, hostile revelation depends upon fictional fact intended to bring harm to Hayes as evidently believed by the Depart- ment. Assistant Sheriff Lombardo testified that there must be intent on a By Thomas A Nagy But those gunshots were not 1-2-3 or reported why Officer Baxter was member’s part to violate the policy. He stated that the Pretermination Special to the Las Vegas Tribune in rapid succession, as one might transported to Sunrise Hospital, a Board believed the Grievant purposely sought to disclose Hayes identity Part Eight of a Series expect immediately in response to considerable distance away, for stab because of his animosity toward Hayes. It is concluded that the Board is In an earlier article we looked at a stabbing and self-defense mode. wounds while St. Rose Dominican entirely wrong in this regard. The evidence established that Hayes was recent events that took place on Instead, a shot was heard followed Hospital was about one mile to the the one operating on the basis of animosity, not Grievant... It must be Boulder Highway: a male driver in by what might have been a reverb north and close to the Henderson concluded that the Department failed to establish that Grievant violated a white SUV attempted to force against a building. After a long Police Office. KLAS TV had re- this policy and therefore this charge cannot be sustained.” Cynthia Turner off the road into a pause of perhaps a minute and a ported that Baxter was taken to St. The arbitrator then referred to the possible violation of the officer’s median where she would have half, a second shot was heard as if Rose and released the same day. rights under NRS 289 (Nevada Police Officer Bill of Rights). The officer’s likely been seriously injured or it came from a greater distance. Without doubt the killing of sergeant (the one who Hayes called to complain to) “can ask Grievant killed. The most probable person Following another long pause a Jesse Vigil by police officers will what happened (at the Peppermill) but when he knows that an SOC (State- with the driving skills to make that third shot was heard, again at what be found to be “justified” and in the ment of Complaint) is going to be initiated, he is certainly limited as to attempt would be a highly trained, seemed farther away. After the first Line of Duty. The official version what he can do.” Since the charge was not sustained, the arbitrator elected experienced law enforcement offi- shot, comments were made: “You of events will be accepted without not to resolve the POBR issue. cial. heard that? What was that?” Specu- question. Equally certain, had the I sure wish Captain Fasulo (and others) would be held accountable for This momentary event took lative answers were offered; attempt to murder Cynthia Turner interrogating me (and other officers) in blatant violation of NRS 289 — place less than a month after the “Sounded like a body being thrown less than two miles away been suc- even now, long after the fact, because the problem could have been cor- tragic deaths of seven people within into a dumpster at the shopping cen- cessful, the circumstances would rected. It won’t happen because they are ‘special’ members of the LVMPD less than twenty-four hours, on June ter.” Yes, it was a dull thud, a bah- have been found to be an unfortu- who are directly responsible for much of the horrible morale and lack of 8 and 9, 2014. Three of those seven boom sound. After the first pause, nate accident. trust that will continue to exist WITHIN the LVMPD. were police officers. Two of the a similar thud, then another pause The means of and reason for the Now if an arbitrator’s report can sustain a termination against an of- three officers have become world and a final loud thud. The last two death of Henderson Officer John ficer (as it did in this case) then why doesn’t Metro use the same report famous and continue to garner sym- had an ugly sound to them. Two David Sigmund on June 9, 2014 and address the conduct of the officer’s accusers who had apparently con- vinced the same arbitrator to conclude that they were liars — targeting a pathy and harvest dollars after anonymous ear-witnesses live in remains a mystery. Perhaps his fam- fellow employee and ending his career? Lt. Hans Walters and I testified death. One, Officer John David close proximity to the location at ily has requested privacy. Sigmund on behalf of the officer by the way. Metro then made Walters’ life miser- Sigmund of the Henderson Police, which the killing of Jesse Vigil took was a twice decorated hero who had able and we know the rest of that unfortunate story. isn’t mentioned in media at all be- place. Neither heard an ambulance saved a man’s life and conducted The highest ranking members of the LVMPD should have been read- yond the fact that he was found dead or police siren after those fatal himself with exceptional valor. This ing the reports by various arbitrators and seeing the problems and pat- at home. events took place, leaving one to twice-honored police veteran does terns — and the unions should have been doing the same. But... it is what Many readers are familiar with wonder how Officer Baxter was not register as such when it comes it is and it will continue to be what it has been at the LVMPD if leadership another recent event, the alleged transported away for care. to fundraising campaigns to benefit does not change. Internal Affairs is supposed to be independent and ob- stabbing of a Henderson Police of- It took more than three hours for families of deceased officers. jective (insulated from ‘politics’) but, instead, they are used as a tool of ficer by a 51-year-old man stopped police to reveal the official version To kill or be killed seems to be the sheriff and he is able to reward ‘them’ handsomely. for questioning because he was of events that morning. With doz- ingrained in those who sign up to Now — as enraged as I was to re-visit the arbitrator’s decision in the riding his bicycle near Horizon ens of officers present on the scene, serve in law enforcement. When the case discussed above... I was even more upset and appalled to read an Drive and Boulder Highway after no one was authorized to tell the facts don’t fit into a neat little pack- Adjudication of Complaint signed by Captain Charles Hank in August of 3 a.m. on a Tuesday morning. press what took place until three age that will be sold and stored 2011 — after an officer resigned while under investigation for conduct Stopped because of alleged “suspi- hours later. It was as if no one knew, away in minds of a believing pub- that occurred in July of 2009. This officer remained a member of the cious behavior,” Jesse Vigil was even though the official story is lic, truth will be entirely hidden and LVMPD and was on patrol for a significant amount of time after the alle- shot to death by two Henderson of- rather straightforward: Man is “fictional facts” packaged for mass gations were made against him even though the allegations included ficers at Horizon Drive near a 7- stopped, questioned, pulls out a consumption. And if this too is charges of criminal conduct. They threw the kitchen sink at the officer Eleven. As the story goes, Vigil was knife, stabs twice, and is shot dead. deemed impracticable, silence and (misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and FELONY crimes) and claimed becoming belligerent and agitated The period of time between the obscurity will prevail. that his conduct was unbecoming a police officer. Ironically, Captain Hank during questioning. Apparently no stabbing and final shots would have * * * * * had just made the news for allegedly beating his wife and that might be one asked why Vigil was allowed been less than ten seconds, not three Thomas A. Nagy is the author of considered CONDUCT UNBECOMING? Did Hank lie about the event? to get close enough to Officer minutes. It was nearly four hours Cannabis Consumer Handbook Did he attempt to influence the investigation? Was he given a ‘get out of Baxter, after displaying a knife, to between the shots and disclosure of available at Amazon.com, and the jail free’ card because he supported and did a commercial for Doug inflict two stab wounds on Baxter. what had caused reporters to arrive blog ReGeneration at Gillespie in 2010? Or if asked, no answer is published. on the scene of a body laying on blogspot.com. Email direct at: Next week: Metro’s ‘armor-piercing bullets,’ which are charges known It would seem that experienced of- Horizon Drive. And no one asked [email protected]. as CONSORTING WITH PERSONS OF ILL REPUTE, CONDUCT UN- ficers would take precautions when BECOMING AN EMPLOYEE and, BRINGING THE DEPARTMENT confronting and being confronted INTO DISREPUTE will be discussed. In preparation for that column, I by an agitated and belligerent man. sure wish I had access to the police ‘records’ for everyone donating/con- What suspicious behavior was ex- tributing money to the current (and past) sheriff’s campaigns or even for hibited that caused Vigil to be ac- the donors to various LVMPD affiliated fundraisers. costed? Were those officers provok- If a candidate accepts money from a person with an arrest record or ing a reaction in the victim? For attends a function and ‘associates’ with one of these persons (whatever example, did one or both of the ‘ill repute’ means), just how is that determined and how is it investigated? Henderson officers shove the vic- If an officer is concerned about the background of a new ‘friend,’ he is tim for not answering questions the not allowed to check the record of the person (‘curiosity checks’ are pro- way they wanted them answered? hibited by Metro policy and are also illegal). The ‘Catch-22’ is that you Witnesses heard gunshots that can’t check on people you may know or have even brief associations with, but you can be held accountable (and fired) for these associations morning right at the time noted by — without any proof that you could have avoided it. police that this incident took place. There is no definition of ‘person of ill repute,’ which is yet another Metro policy failure! I can’t believe this is still in a police policy manual. Are people who have passed background checks and have privileged li- censes for the nightclub or topless club industry or people that own sex tease businesses or dirty book stores persons of ill repute? How about tobacco and alcohol licensees? If we consider what some people call ‘mo- rality,’ there could be a wide net cast to define persons of ill repute. But when they have been given a license to operate by our own police depart- ment and government officials, are they still considered ‘dirty’? I think I’ll start checking ‘public records’ to find out how many own- ers of topless clubs have donated money under their actual business name or under a ‘guise.’ Then maybe someone could do surveillance to see if the candidates have ever shaken hands or appeared at the same location with a person of ‘ill repute’... Oh yes — we will re-visit the G-Sting scandal and that long list of police officers, prosecutors, and Feds alleged to have been receiving ‘comps’ and other ‘favors’ that never were inves- tigated and never were disciplined. Why does a ‘lowly’ police officer get fired or forced out and have their entire career destroyed and personal life damaged when so many others have fallen through the cracks? I’m con- vinced that those ‘cracks’ were intentionally made. Snitching (lying, em- bellishing facts, targeting) a good police officer because of personal ani- mosities is pretty sad... but accepting the obvious double-standards and allowing special people to avoid accountability is even worse — aren’t we talking about a law enforcement agency here? * * * * * Norm Jahn is a former LVMPD lieutenant, who has also served as a police chief in Shawano, Wisconsin, and has nearly 25 years of police experience. Jahn now contributes his opinions and ideas to help improve policing in general, and in Las Vegas in particular, through his weekly column in the Las Vegas Tribune. HELP WANTED I am looking for a full time or part time elderly care experience to help care for a grandma. I am looking for someone responsible, energetic and has experience caring for multiples old age. I am willing to pay $18/hr Email: [email protected] or call Sean Peth at (253) 237-4361

Immediate Management positions available! We’re an established Senior Healthcare Marketing organization and we’re looking for individuals with 3-5 years management experience to manage a Senior Healthcare Marketing office. We provide a base compensation with benefits, expenses paid, plus 401K and opportunities for future advancement. Opportunities currently available in the Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. Forward resume to: Attn: Field Support, P.O. Box 14568, Des Moines, IA 50306-9311. Page 12 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 13 Jahn (Continued from Page 10) Synopsis: Police credibility waitress ‘told the undercover officers that you told her they were under- cover Vice.’ This is simply not true... It is concluded that Grievant’s com- ment to the waitress in this case was not a malevolent, hostile revelation depends upon fictional fact intended to bring harm to Hayes as evidently believed by the Depart- ment. Assistant Sheriff Lombardo testified that there must be intent on a By Thomas A Nagy But those gunshots were not 1-2-3 or reported why Officer Baxter was member’s part to violate the policy. He stated that the Pretermination Special to the Las Vegas Tribune in rapid succession, as one might transported to Sunrise Hospital, a Board believed the Grievant purposely sought to disclose Hayes identity Part Eight of a Series expect immediately in response to considerable distance away, for stab because of his animosity toward Hayes. It is concluded that the Board is In an earlier article we looked at a stabbing and self-defense mode. wounds while St. Rose Dominican entirely wrong in this regard. The evidence established that Hayes was recent events that took place on Instead, a shot was heard followed Hospital was about one mile to the the one operating on the basis of animosity, not Grievant... It must be Boulder Highway: a male driver in by what might have been a reverb north and close to the Henderson concluded that the Department failed to establish that Grievant violated a white SUV attempted to force against a building. After a long Police Office. KLAS TV had re- this policy and therefore this charge cannot be sustained.” Cynthia Turner off the road into a pause of perhaps a minute and a ported that Baxter was taken to St. The arbitrator then referred to the possible violation of the officer’s median where she would have half, a second shot was heard as if Rose and released the same day. rights under NRS 289 (Nevada Police Officer Bill of Rights). The officer’s likely been seriously injured or it came from a greater distance. Without doubt the killing of sergeant (the one who Hayes called to complain to) “can ask Grievant killed. The most probable person Following another long pause a Jesse Vigil by police officers will what happened (at the Peppermill) but when he knows that an SOC (State- with the driving skills to make that third shot was heard, again at what be found to be “justified” and in the ment of Complaint) is going to be initiated, he is certainly limited as to attempt would be a highly trained, seemed farther away. After the first Line of Duty. The official version what he can do.” Since the charge was not sustained, the arbitrator elected experienced law enforcement offi- shot, comments were made: “You of events will be accepted without EarthTalk is written and edited by Roddy Scheer and Doug Moss not to resolve the POBR issue. cial. heard that? What was that?” Specu- question. Equally certain, had the and is a registered trademark of E - The Environmental Maga- I sure wish Captain Fasulo (and others) would be held accountable for This momentary event took lative answers were offered; attempt to murder Cynthia Turner zine (www.emagazine.com). Send questions to: interrogating me (and other officers) in blatant violation of NRS 289 — place less than a month after the “Sounded like a body being thrown less than two miles away been suc- even now, long after the fact, because the problem could have been cor- [email protected]. Subscribe: www.emagazine.com/ tragic deaths of seven people within into a dumpster at the shopping cen- cessful, the circumstances would rected. It won’t happen because they are ‘special’ members of the LVMPD subscribe; Free Trial Issue: www.emagazine.com/trial. less than twenty-four hours, on June ter.” Yes, it was a dull thud, a bah- have been found to be an unfortu- who are directly responsible for much of the horrible morale and lack of 8 and 9, 2014. Three of those seven boom sound. After the first pause, nate accident. Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that prone to leaking, which reduces trust that will continue to exist WITHIN the LVMPD. were police officers. Two of the a similar thud, then another pause The means of and reason for the fuel cell cars aren’t really any both environmental and practical Now if an arbitrator’s report can sustain a termination against an of- three officers have become world and a final loud thud. The last two death of Henderson Officer John greener than conventional gas- benefits. ficer (as it did in this case) then why doesn’t Metro use the same report famous and continue to garner sym- had an ugly sound to them. Two David Sigmund on June 9, 2014 powered internal combustion But many still consider fuel cell and address the conduct of the officer’s accusers who had apparently con- cars? — Michelle Adamo, Port- cars a viable option. “Hydrogen is vinced the same arbitrator to conclude that they were liars — targeting a pathy and harvest dollars after anonymous ear-witnesses live in remains a mystery. Perhaps his fam- death. One, Officer John David close proximity to the location at ily has requested privacy. Sigmund land, Ore. the key to sustainable transportation fellow employee and ending his career? Lt. Hans Walters and I testified A decade ago cars powered by because it can be produced in vir- on behalf of the officer by the way. Metro then made Walters’ life miser- Sigmund of the Henderson Police, which the killing of Jesse Vigil took was a twice decorated hero who had fuel cells seemed like the future of tually unlimited quantities from re- able and we know the rest of that unfortunate story. isn’t mentioned in media at all be- place. Neither heard an ambulance saved a man’s life and conducted green automotive travel, but many newable resources and because its The highest ranking members of the LVMPD should have been read- yond the fact that he was found dead or police siren after those fatal himself with exceptional valor. This analysts now think otherwise. use is nearly pollution-free,” says ing the reports by various arbitrators and seeing the problems and pat- at home. events took place, leaving one to twice-honored police veteran does These futuristic cars run on hy- the non-profit INFORM. A signifi- Researchers from NASA and UC Irvine studying ice in an area of West Antarctica roughly the size of Texas terns — and the unions should have been doing the same. But... it is what Many readers are familiar with wonder how Officer Baxter was not register as such when it comes drogen fuel and emit only heat and cant financial commitment to hy- called the Amundsen Sea Embayment report a “continuous and rapid retreat” of glaciers there. They worry it is and it will continue to be what it has been at the LVMPD if leadership another recent event, the alleged transported away for care. to fundraising campaigns to benefit stabbing of a Henderson Police of- It took more than three hours for families of deceased officers. water vapor. Their engines mix hy- drogen research, says the group, that, perhaps as soon as two centuries from now, the area could melt entirely — leading to between four and does not change. Internal Affairs is supposed to be independent and ob- 10 feet of sea level rise around the world. Pictured: melting ice floes in Antarctica. jective (insulated from ‘politics’) but, instead, they are used as a tool of ficer by a 51-year-old man stopped police to reveal the official version To kill or be killed seems to be drogen, stored on-board in fuel could result in a variety of vehicles the sheriff and he is able to reward ‘them’ handsomely. for questioning because he was of events that morning. With doz- ingrained in those who sign up to tanks much like gas tanks, with fueled by hydrogen that perform as successive layers of ice, and they believe that these ocean changes are in preventing such scenarios by re- Now — as enraged as I was to re-visit the arbitrator’s decision in the riding his bicycle near Horizon ens of officers present on the scene, serve in law enforcement. When the oxygen in the air to produce elec- well or better than gasoline ve- eventually move downhill toward happening as a result of human-in- ducing our carbon footprints. Take case discussed above... I was even more upset and appalled to read an Drive and Boulder Highway after no one was authorized to tell the facts don’t fit into a neat little pack- tricity that powers the drive train. hicles, with a fraction of the envi- the coasts and “calve” into the duced global warming as well as fewer airplane trips. Buy organic Adjudication of Complaint signed by Captain Charles Hank in August of 3 a.m. on a Tuesday morning. press what took place until three age that will be sold and stored Environmentalists love the idea of ronmental impact. ocean as icebergs and eventually thinning of the stratospheric ozone food. Walk, bike or take public tran- 2011 — after an officer resigned while under investigation for conduct Stopped because of alleged “suspi- hours later. It was as if no one knew, away in minds of a believing pub- fuel cell cars given their lack of INFORM adds that transitioning melt out into the sea. Antarctica and layer. sit to work. If you must drive, get a that occurred in July of 2009. This officer remained a member of the cious behavior,” Jesse Vigil was even though the official story is lic, truth will be entirely hidden and greenhouse gas emissions and reli- to hydrogen could be achieved Greenland combined hold about 99 “This is an area that has always hybrid or electric car. Wear a LVMPD and was on patrol for a significant amount of time after the alle- shot to death by two Henderson of- rather straightforward: Man is “fictional facts” packaged for mass ance on a renewable fuel that can without new federal dollars if we percent of the globe’s freshwater caused glaciologists concern, be- sweater instead of turning up the gations were made against him even though the allegations included ficers at Horizon Drive near a 7- stopped, questioned, pulls out a consumption. And if this too is be produced domestically. reallocate funds within the national ice. cause here the bedrock beneath the heat. And urge legislators to push charges of criminal conduct. They threw the kitchen sink at the officer Eleven. As the story goes, Vigil was knife, stabs twice, and is shot dead. deemed impracticable, silence and Despite these benefits, fuel cell energy program from nuclear and According to the National Snow ice is a long way below sea-level new laws that limit greenhouse gas (misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and FELONY crimes) and claimed becoming belligerent and agitated The period of time between the obscurity will prevail. cars have not caught on and skep- fossil fuels. “The opportunities for & Ice Data Center, the result of the and the ice is only kept in place emissions by industry, utilities and that his conduct was unbecoming a police officer. Ironically, Captain Hank during questioning. Apparently no stabbing and final shots would have * * * * * tics wonder if they ever will. One innovation and economic growth in entire Antarctic continent melting because it is thick enough to rest other big polluters. It may be now had just made the news for allegedly beating his wife and that might be one asked why Vigil was allowed been less than ten seconds, not three Thomas A. Nagy is the author of big hurdle is that creating hydrogen hydrogen energy are largely un- out completely would be sea level on the bed,” reports BAS. “Thin- or never. considered CONDUCT UNBECOMING? Did Hank lie about the event? to get close enough to Officer minutes. It was nearly four hours Cannabis Consumer Handbook fuel turns out to be highly ineffi- tapped, and many nations are work- rise of about 200 feet around the ning of the ice around the coast * * * * * Did he attempt to influence the investigation? Was he given a ‘get out of Baxter, after displaying a knife, to between the shots and disclosure of available at Amazon.com, and the cient compared to other readily ing to establish an early position in world, which could in turn lead to could lead to glacier acceleration jail free’ card because he supported and did a commercial for Doug inflict two stab wounds on Baxter. what had caused reporters to arrive blog ReGeneration at available fuels. According to Rich- this fledgling field.” According to untold devastation. While no one and further thinning of the ice sheet. Gillespie in 2010? Or if asked, no answer is published. on the scene of a body laying on blogspot.com. Email direct at: ard Gilbert, co-author of Transport INFORM, Germany and Japan are can be sure how hot things will get Essentially, the ice sheet may be Next week: Metro’s ‘armor-piercing bullets,’ which are charges known It would seem that experienced of- Horizon Drive. And no one asked [email protected]. Revolutions: Moving People and far ahead of the U.S. in hydrogen as a result of global warming, most unstable, and the recent pattern of as CONSORTING WITH PERSONS OF ILL REPUTE, CONDUCT UN- ficers would take precautions when Freight Without Oil, the creation of development. The group would like climate models don’t forecast con- thinning could be a precursor to BECOMING AN EMPLOYEE and, BRINGING THE DEPARTMENT confronting and being confronted hydrogen gas uses about half the to see U.S. policymakers encourage ditions hot enough to cause the wholesale loss of the ASE ice INTO DISREPUTE will be discussed. In preparation for that column, I by an agitated and belligerent man. energy it creates. Half of this result- more development of fuel cells so wholesale melt-out of Antarctica. sheet.” sure wish I had access to the police ‘records’ for everyone donating/con- What suspicious behavior was ex- ing energy then goes to the conver- we have options open in a fast- In fact, the British Antarctic Sur- Meanwhile, researchers from tributing money to the current (and past) sheriff’s campaigns or even for hibited that caused Vigil to be ac- sion of hydrogen back into electric- transitioning energy future. vey (BAS) reports that the East Ant- NASA and UC Irvine studying the the donors to various LVMPD affiliated fundraisers. costed? Were those officers provok- ity within fuel cells. The result is Meanwhile, sales of battery elec- arctic Ice Sheet, which constitutes ASE ice sheet report a “continuous If a candidate accepts money from a person with an arrest record or ing a reaction in the victim? For that “only a quarter of the initially tric and hybrid vehicles continue to about two-thirds of the world’s and rapid retreat” of glaciers there attends a function and ‘associates’ with one of these persons (whatever example, did one or both of the available energy reaches the elec- soar — rising 228 percent in 2013 southernmost and iciest continent, and think that there is “no [major] ‘ill repute’ means), just how is that determined and how is it investigated? Henderson officers shove the vic- tric motor.” In fact, hydrogen fuel alone. There are currently no new is remaining relatively stable, with obstacle that would prevent the gla- If an officer is concerned about the background of a new ‘friend,’ he is tim for not answering questions the cell vehicles’ efficiency varies be- fuel cell vehicles for sale at Ameri- some slight melting that is balanced ciers from further retreat.” They not allowed to check the record of the person (‘curiosity checks’ are pro- way they wanted them answered? tween 18 and 20 percent, while bat- can auto dealers, although Honda out by new winter snows. Because worry that within a millennium and hibited by Metro policy and are also illegal). The ‘Catch-22’ is that you Witnesses heard gunshots that tery electric vehicles have 77-80 has hinted that it could have its FCX East Antarctica rests on rock that is perhaps as soon as two centuries, can’t check on people you may know or have even brief associations percent efficiency. fuel cell engine ready for the mass higher than sea level, it is unlikely the ASE could melt out entirely— with, but you can be held accountable (and fired) for these associations morning right at the time noted by Not only are fuel cells less effi- market by 2018. to collapse. In fact, East leading to between four and 10 feet — without any proof that you could have avoided it. police that this incident took place. cient than internal combustion en- * * * * * Antarctica’s ice cover may thicken of sea level rise around the world— There is no definition of ‘person of ill repute,’ which is yet another gines, their implementation on a Dear EarthTalk: To what extent moving forward due to predicted if moderate warming models prove Metro policy failure! I can’t believe this is still in a police policy manual. wide scale would create enormous is Antarctica really melting and increases in snowfall amounts over to be correct. Are people who have passed background checks and have privileged li- infrastructure costs. New infrastruc- what impact might it have on the coming decades. Of course, we can all play a role censes for the nightclub or topless club industry or people that own sex ture would be required from “wells coastlines around the world? — tease businesses or dirty book stores persons of ill repute? How about But on the west side of Antarc- to wheels.” Also, fuel cell motors Andrea Hutchinson, Cary, NC tobacco and alcohol licensees? If we consider what some people call ‘mo- tica, ice across an area roughly the The Antarctic continent, roughly rality,’ there could be a wide net cast to define persons of ill repute. But wear out five times faster than in- size of Texas called the Amundsen when they have been given a license to operate by our own police depart- ternal combustion engines, thereby the size of the United States and Sea Embayment (ASE) is already ment and government officials, are they still considered ‘dirty’? resulting in a shorter car life and Mexico combined, is composed of thinning rapidly in large part as a I think I’ll start checking ‘public records’ to find out how many own- more maintenance. Hydrogen’s rock covered by glaciers some result of surrounding waters warm- ers of topless clubs have donated money under their actual business name small size and extreme reactivity 16,000 feet thick. The glaciers form ing up due to changing ocean cir- or under a ‘guise.’ Then maybe someone could do surveillance to see if results in brittle metal and engines from fallen snow compacting into culation patterns. Many scientists the candidates have ever shaken hands or appeared at the same location with a person of ‘ill repute’... Oh yes — we will re-visit the G-Sting scandal and that long list of police officers, prosecutors, and Feds alleged to have been receiving ‘comps’ and other ‘favors’ that never were inves- tigated and never were disciplined. Why does a ‘lowly’ police officer get fired or forced out and have their entire career destroyed and personal life damaged when so many others have fallen through the cracks? I’m con- vinced that those ‘cracks’ were intentionally made. Snitching (lying, em- bellishing facts, targeting) a good police officer because of personal ani- mosities is pretty sad... but accepting the obvious double-standards and allowing special people to avoid accountability is even worse — aren’t we talking about a law enforcement agency here? * * * * * Norm Jahn is a former LVMPD lieutenant, who has also served as a police chief in Shawano, Wisconsin, and has nearly 25 years of police experience. Jahn now contributes his opinions and ideas to help improve policing in general, and in Las Vegas in particular, through his weekly column in the Las Vegas Tribune. HELP WANTED

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(Left to Right) America’s Got Talent celebrity Magician Murray SawChuck (Tropicana), Chloe Crawford (Fantasy at the Luxor and Murray’s Magical Assistant), Paul Shortino (Raid the Rock Vault at Westgate) and British comedian Lenny Windsor (Writer for Benny Hill). Interviewing celebrities along the Red Carpet By Sandy Zimmerman review her own shows! Just joking! Las Vegas Tribune Maren commented, “It’s called Photos by Sandy Zimmerman Confessions of a Showgirl. One America’s Got Talent celebrity week I wrote the truth behind the magician Murray SawChuck’s girl inside the cake. I was excited “Begging for Magic” charity red to be inside the cake waiting to carpet show brought a line-up of jump out but they forgot about me. many celebrities starring in local I was stuck inside all night inside shows. the cake. My latest article discussed Walking the red carpet, a man 50 shades of tan. They have an in- who stands-out in a crowd, Paul teresting take on it. This was a psy- Shortino looked as though he was chological study on the preferences about to appear in his “Raiding the of body make up.” Rock Vault” at the Westgate Resort. I interviewed another beautiful He is a rock singer and musician lady, Sara Jessica Rhodes, along the who has sung with Rough Cut, The red carpet. Cutt and Quiet Riot. Sara appears in Raiding the Westgate is the new name of Rock Vault. She feels, “The show what began as the International brings back the memories people Hotel, then the Las Vegas Hilton have of the ‘60s. They relive their and most recently the Las Vegas youth.” Hotel. As Paul feels, “This is the Usually Sara performs as a where Elvis performed so we are singer but she is acting and danc- lucky to be on the same stage. ing in this show. Sara does it all. Paul explained about the “Raid- Comedian and writer for Benny ing the Rock Vault” show. “Every- Hill, Lenny Windsor (Laugh Fac- body in the show is from the ‘70s tory) walked the red carpet. Origi- and ‘80s and we are all from differ- nally from Great Britain, Lenny ent bands doing music from great commented, “I have no topics, I just artists from the ‘60s to 1989. This go out there and insult people; I am is the story of classic rock. We sel- an entertainment insultant.” Origi- dom perform any of our own songs nally from England, Lenny lives in that we recorded. I just want to Las Vegas now. mention how great Murray’s show America’s Got Talent celebrity is and what a great human being. magician Murray SawChuck ap- He an his wife Chloe and me and pears in the Tropicana, at 4 p.m. my wife, Carmen, do a lot of ap- * * * * * pearances to help animal charities. Award winning Sandy We will appear at the SPCA this Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- Sunday at Sam’s Town. Everybody nist featuring Show and Dining re- reach out and give a hand to help.” views, travel, health, spas, luxury The red carpet was filled with and more. Sandy is talk show host celebrities. Maren Wade performs of the Las Vegas Today Show pro- in several shows and still has time grams and Discover the Ultimate to walk the red carpet. With tour- Vacation travel specials. If you want ing in “America’s Favorite Dumb to suggest topics for articles, for Blonde” show and filling in for information or to ask any questions dancers in “Fantasy”, she happily about Sandy Zimmerman’s articles, announced her new column in the call her at (702)-731-6491 or email Las Vegas Weekly. Now Maren can [email protected] (From Left) Sara Jessica Rhodes (Raid the Rock Vault) and Marin Wade (America’s Favorite Dumb Blonde) Page 14 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 15 Lewis Black ‘Due’ to Perform at the Mirage waiting for? Come on! Be Greek for a day. Join them, September 25-28, at NTERTAINMENT the Las Vegas Greek Food Festival This Week E and enjoy the feast. * * * * * in Las Vegas

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Photoglo has released three in North America “Pawn Stars.” previous CDs on Grifftone Records: Harrison has also appeared on the By Sandy Zimmerman review her own shows! Just joking! The Australian Bee Gees Show Fly Straight Home, Sparks in the popular television shows “iCarly” Las Vegas Tribune Maren commented, “It’s called — A Tribute to the Bee Gees Radio (#30 on the Folk DJ Best and “The Middle.” His biography, Photos by Sandy Zimmerman Confessions of a Showgirl. One JIM PHOTOGLO AT SUNSET Albums of 2005 list), and the #1, “License to Pawn: Deals, Steals, America’s Got Talent celebrity week I wrote the truth behind the STATION CASINO GRAMMY-nominated album Is It and My Life at the Gold & Silver,” magician Murray SawChuck’s girl inside the cake. I was excited Grammy-nominated folk singer/ Me? reached The New York Times best “Begging for Magic” charity red to be inside the cake waiting to songwriter Jim Photoglo performs * * * * * sellers list in 2011. carpet show brought a line-up of jump out but they forgot about me. lives at “Nashville Unplugged.” THE MAGIC OF GREECE AT Wallace, known for his timely many celebrities starring in local I was stuck inside all night inside Friday, August 29, 2014 at 8 THE LAS VEGAS GREEK comedic delivery, is a famed former shows. the cake. My latest article discussed p.m. Tickets 21 & up $10. Sunset FOOD FESTIVAL Las Vegas Strip performer who un- Walking the red carpet, a man 50 shades of tan. They have an in- Station Casino’s Club Madrid: 1301 The Las Vegas Greek Food Fes- til recently headlined at Flamingo who stands-out in a crowd, Paul teresting take on it. This was a psy- W Sunset Rd, Henderson. tival brings all the aromas, sounds, Las Vegas. His multi-faceted skills Shortino looked as though he was chological study on the preferences Nashville, TN-based folk singer/ tastes, and traditions of Greece to led him to author a book, “Laff It about to appear in his “Raiding the of body make up.” songwriter Jim Photoglo recently your doorstep. Your admission Off!” and earn roles in movies in- Rock Vault” at the Westgate Resort. I interviewed another beautiful released his first album in five ticket becomes your passport as you cluding “Think Like a Man Too,” He is a rock singer and musician lady, Sara Jessica Rhodes, along the years, Halls of My Heart which re- enjoy all the Beauty of Santorini “Batman Forever” and “Mr. who has sung with Rough Cut, The red carpet. ceived five stars from The Celeb- and the fun of Mykonos. St. John Deeds.” Cutt and Quiet Riot. Sara appears in Raiding the rity CafÈ. It is Photoglo’s first al- the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church The show will also feature Westgate is the new name of Rock Vault. She feels, “The show bum on which he has written a ma- and the Las Vegas Greek Commu- Carolla with co-hosts Alison Rosen what began as the International brings back the memories people jority of the tracks solo. “I’ve writ- nity are proud to host the Annual and Bald Bryan performing seg- Hotel, then the Las Vegas Hilton have of the ‘60s. They relive their ten for a lot of other artists and co- Las Vegas Greek Food Festival. ments including “Blah Blah Blog,” and most recently the Las Vegas youth.” written most of my own music in You too can be Greek for a day “GayWalking” and “The News” Hotel. As Paul feels, “This is the Usually Sara performs as a the past,” at the Las Vegas Greek Food Festi- featuring pictures and video of the where Elvis performed so we are singer but she is acting and danc- Photoglo says. “Since I wrote val! most current news topics. lucky to be on the same stage. ing in this show. Sara does it all. most of these songs alone, it was Being Greek means relishing the “The Adam Carolla Show” is the Paul explained about the “Raid- Comedian and writer for Benny an opportunity for me to be ex- world around you and enjoying life Internet’s most downloaded daily ing the Rock Vault” show. “Every- Hill, Lenny Windsor (Laugh Fac- tremely honest and explore some to its fullest. The Las Vegas Greek broadband show and has held that body in the show is from the ‘70s tory) walked the red carpet. Origi- very personal experiences.” Food Festival gives us the oppor- position since its debut in March and ‘80s and we are all from differ- nally from Great Britain, Lenny After a solo pop career (featur- tunity to open our arms, our hearts, 2009. ent bands doing music from great commented, “I have no topics, I just ing the hits We Were Meant To Be and our kitchens as we share our Tickets are available from artists from the ‘60s to 1989. This go out there and insult people; I am Lovers and Fool in Love With You), culture with you! So, what are you $37.40, plus tax and convenience is the story of classic rock. We sel- an entertainment insultant.” Origi- dom perform any of our own songs nally from England, Lenny lives in a group, the tribute band has per- that we recorded. I just want to Las Vegas now. formed more than 4,000 shows in mention how great Murray’s show America’s Got Talent celebrity more than 42 countries. is and what a great human being. magician Murray SawChuck ap- “I’m beyond thrilled that this He an his wife Chloe and me and pears in the Tropicana, at 4 p.m. amazing multi-media concert ex- my wife, Carmen, do a lot of ap- * * * * * travaganza will continue to bring pearances to help animal charities. Award winning Sandy the magical joy of the BEE GEES We will appear at the SPCA this Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- music to the masses for another Sunday at Sam’s Town. Everybody nist featuring Show and Dining re- three years,” said Adam Steck, CEO reach out and give a hand to help.” views, travel, health, spas, luxury of SPI Entertainment and co-pro- The red carpet was filled with and more. Sandy is talk show host ducer of The Australian Bee Gees celebrities. Maren Wade performs of the Las Vegas Today Show pro- Show. “Excalibur is a great partner in several shows and still has time grams and Discover the Ultimate and we have a beautiful showroom to walk the red carpet. With tour- Vacation travel specials. If you want to not only perform a one-of-a-kind ing in “America’s Favorite Dumb to suggest topics for articles, for tribute show, but really to celebrate Blonde” show and filling in for information or to ask any questions this legendary group.” dancers in “Fantasy”, she happily about Sandy Zimmerman’s articles, The Australian Bee Gees per- announced her new column in the call her at (702)-731-6491 or email form Sunday — Thursday at 7 p.m. Las Vegas Weekly. Now Maren can [email protected] (From Left) Sara Jessica Rhodes (Raid the Rock Vault) and Marin Wade (America’s Favorite Dumb Blonde) and Saturday at 5 p.m. Ticket prices are $44.95, $54.95 and $59.95, not including applicable taxes and ser- vice fees. Tickets can be purchased at the Excalibur box office, online at excalibur.com or by phone at (702) 597-7600. The Australian Bee Gees Show — A Tribute to the Bee Gees is a 75-minute multi-media concert event with a contemporary perspec- tive featuring state-of-the-art sound, superb lighting and giant screens streaming video clips, live camera images and stunning graphics. For more information about the show, visit abgshow.com. * * * * * Mike Kermani is an entertain- ment writer for the Las Vegas Tri- bune newspaper. He writes a weekly column in this newspaper. To con- tact Mike Kermani, email Chicken (left plate) and sliced lamb (right plate), both served with dolmathes (stuffed grape leaves), pastitsio, lemony rice and Greek salad mkermani@ lasvegas tribune.com Page 16 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 Paul and Sue Lowden guest speakers at the F.I.O.R.E. By the Las Vegas Tribune Roving Reporter If there is a better, more fun non-club club in America, I haven’t heard of it. Once a month, for the last ten years, a large group of Las Vegans from all walks of life, meet for lunch at the Italian-American Social Club of Nevada. What started as a joke because clubs and groups seem to take themselves too seriously, has become the In Thing, the place to be and the people with whom to associate — well, that is assuming you want to enjoy a most pleasant and quite different lunch (and sometimes dinner), with live music, laughter, great programs, great speakers and great food. The August meeting, like those before, was a top-of-the-line event. Two major Las Vegas icons were the guest speakers; Paul and Sue Lowden. The Lowdens offered a most entertaining program. Paul played some Jazz with Gary Anderson’s musical ensemble and Sue talked about her experience traveling with Bob Hope, entertaining our soldiers during the Vietnam War. The Questions and Answers portion was lively, informa- tive and very interesting as well. Because this non-club club prides itself on camaraderie and fun, after the Pledge of Allegiance and the Invocation, many of the members and guests came up to the mic and told some very funny jokes. Even the very proper and charming Cindy Doumani got into the spirit of the moment. “It just keeps getting better and better,” said Conrad Villella, a president and one of the founders of this unique group. “We have grown continuously from our first meet- ing, and we keep growing with every meeting.” To learn more about the F.I.O.R.E., please go to www.nonclubclubfiore.com Paul Lowden jams with Gary Anderson and the Malcontents. and visit the “about us” page. onette presentation, Rais shatters the stereotype of kiddie standing ovations. The upcoming September luncheon will feature Anthony puppet shows, elevating a centuries-old art to new heights. To learn more about the F.I.O.R.E., please go to Rais, who is a multi-talented entertainer. In his unique mari- His peers have honored him with heartfelt accolades and www.nonclubclubfiore.com and visit the “about us” page.

Sue Lowden, Judy Coco, Sharon Graziano, Susan Heifitz and Linda November. Paul Lowden accompanied Heidi Harris.

Goodsprings, NV. Chief Constable Gary P. Rogers, Attorney Richard Scotti and The Duke of Fremont Street.

Paul and Sue Lowden, A major F.I.O.R.E. rule being broken. Richard Scotti gave a classy, fun and informative presentation. witnesses the culprit, Charlie Carpenter, breaking the rule: “You can pick your nose and you can pick your friends, but you can’t pick your friend’s nose.” Definitely a F.I.O.R.E. no-no.

Tutti buona gente! From left: Joseph J. De Blase, Don Sacco, Charlie Carpenter, John Faulis and Peter Anthony.

Allen Tramont is happy to be flanked by Judy Tarte, Randy Soard, Denny Weddle, Heidi Harris, Linda November, peripatetic Nelson president of the Las Vegas Jazz Society and Mimi Williams. Susan Houston and Cindy Doumani. Sardelli, Sue Lowden, Bill Acosta and Art Schroeck.

Judy Coco and columnists Norm Johnson and Nancy Barr, enjoying the happy atmosphere. Charming ladies Barbara Winters, Arlene Bates, Nancy already knew she was going to have Nelson, Cindy Doumani, Linda November and a great time; she is psychic, you know. Randy Soard, a charming gentleman.

F.I.O.R.E.’s Founder Nelson Dancing at lunch. Stephen and Sardelli with his “personal” Sue Lowden, Polly Weinstein, Miss Wolfson Carolyn Jacobs, Owner/producers Ambassador Lorraine Thompson and former Lt. Gov. of Nevada, of radio Internet talk show Jacob’s and Marilyn (!) Paul Lowden, Nelson Sardelli and Sue Lowden. Dr. Lonnie Hammargren. Ladder tripping the light fantastic. Page 16 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 17 Paul and Sue Lowden guest speakers at the F.I.O.R.E. Pianist Philip Fortenberry returns By the Las Vegas Tribune Roving Reporter If there is a better, more fun non-club club in America, I haven’t heard of it. Once a month, for the last ten years, a to The Smith Center October 5th large group of Las Vegans from all walks of life, meet for lunch at the Italian-American Social Club of Nevada. By Jerry Fink also showcase painted guitars from Sonnie Johnson on guitar. They What started as a joke because clubs and groups seem to Las Vegas Tribune Opportunity Village. gained national exposure with the take themselves too seriously, has become the In Thing, the Virtuoso pianist Philip Please help spread the word. songs, “Oh, Canada” (Our Newest place to be and the people with whom to associate — well, Fortenberry will perform “The Man We will feature Las Vegas’ best Album Ever!, 1997) and “Where that is assuming you want to enjoy a most pleasant and quite at the Piano” concert at The Smith indie acts as well as national/inter- the Zero Meets the Fifteen” (Up- different lunch (and sometimes dinner), with live music, Center’s 250-seat Cabaret Jazz national touring acts. This year our beats and Downbeats , 1996). Up laughter, great programs, great speakers and great food. The showroom on Sunday afternoon, headliner will be International and until they disbanded in 2003, the August meeting, like those before, was a top-of-the-line event. Oct. 5, at 2:30 p.m. multi platinum artist Martin band entertained audiences with Two major Las Vegas icons were the guest speakers; Paul Fortenberry debuted his new Nievera! Nievera’s releases have spirited, interactive shows, some- and Sue Lowden. solo show in June 2013 to sold out garnered him 18 platinum, five times in full costume. They an- The Lowdens offered a most entertaining program. Paul audiences showcasing his signature double platinum, three-triple plati- nounced their reunion in 2011 with played some Jazz with Gary Anderson’s musical ensemble playing style in an acoustic 75- num and one quadruple-platinum the release of their free single, “It and Sue talked about her experience traveling with Bob Hope, minute cabaret-style concert with awards over his career. Nievera will Was a Dark and Stormy Night.” bums and have shared the stage with the first season of “American Idol.” entertaining our soldiers during the Vietnam War. the music surrounding his life story be performing a rare, up-close and Their 10th album, “Engine of a The B-52s, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Since then, Dunkleman has ap- The Questions and Answers portion was lively, informa- beginning as a child pianist at the personal acoustic performance with Million Plots,” was released late fall Fishbone and No Doubt. peared in pilots for VH1 and FOX. tive and very interesting as well. young age of four in rural Missis- his musical director Lorrie Ilustre 2014. Chris Murray is a unique force Dunkleman has also made several Because this non-club club prides itself on camaraderie sippi to becoming a sought-after on a grand piano! Arizona based punk rock royalty on today’s music scene. Born in appearances on popular TV shows and fun, after the Pledge of Allegiance and the Invocation, Broadway pianist, a concert artist Other Vegas Unplugged artists Authority Zero has managed to Toronto, he earned a strong reputa- including “Friends,” “That 70s many of the members and guests came up to the mic and told at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, performing acoustically will be weather the music industry storm tion as a dynamic performer and Show,” “NYPD Blue,” “Las Vegas” some very funny jokes. Even the very proper and charming the Kennedy Center, The White blues guitarist PJ Barth, Vegas’ best and endure living on the road away gifted songwriter as leader of influ- and “My Name Is Earl.” Cindy Doumani got into the spirit of the moment. House, and on to giving command pop/rock indie act Avalon Landing, from friends and loved ones for al- ential Canadian ska group King Marc Price: Marc Price is best “It just keeps getting better and better,” said Conrad performances for royals and digni- and Bishr Hijazi Arab Ensemble! most two decades. With four stu- Apparatus. Upon the band’s known as “Skippy,” Michael J. Villella, a president and one of the founders of this unique taries including President Bush, Doors open at 5pm and this dio albums under their belt, two live breakup, he relocated to Los Ange- Fox’s sidekick on NBC’s ‘80s mega group. “We have grown continuously from our first meet- Mikhail Gorbachev and the late event will start at 6pm until 10 pm! acoustic albums, and two EP’s, they les, emerging as a solo artist with hit “Family Ties.” Over the last de- ing, and we keep growing with every meeting.” To learn more Margaret Thatcher. Sunset Station and Basic High appear to be just getting started. The 4-Track Adventures Of Venice cade Price has created and produced about the F.I.O.R.E., please go to www.nonclubclubfiore.com Paul Lowden jams with Gary Anderson and the Malcontents. This performance will highlight School to host benefit for injured Over the past few years the band Shoreline, recording the album in comedy programs for E!, Animal and visit the “about us” page. onette presentation, Rais shatters the stereotype of kiddie standing ovations. Fortenberry’s latest career adven- students has broken ground internationally, various locations on a portable 4- Planet, Disney Channel and TBS, The upcoming September luncheon will feature Anthony puppet shows, elevating a centuries-old art to new heights. To learn more about the F.I.O.R.E., please go to ture in New York as Associate Con- Yellow Brick Road and special beginning with shows in Japan, fol- track recorder. Entering LA’s ultra- and has performed worldwide with Rais, who is a multi-talented entertainer. In his unique mari- His peers have honored him with heartfelt accolades and www.nonclubclubfiore.com and visit the “about us” page. ductor for the Broadway musical, guests to perform in benefit of in- lowed by performances at purist rock steady scene armed only headliners such as Jay Leno and “Rocky,” produced by Sylvester jured students Belgium’s legendary Groezrock, with an acoustic guitar, Chris has Jerry Seinfeld. The Boston Globe Stallone where he received the in- Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at Spain’s Resurrection Fest and UK’s become a leading figure in the dubbed him ‘Wickedly Funny’ and augural “Ghostlight Award” as Best 8 p.m. Rebellion Fest amongst countless world’s foremost authentic Jamai- the LA Times says he’s ‘Refresh- Musician on Broadway, as well as Tickets On Sale Now other European festivals. With tours can music community. As host of ingly Bright.’ his role as the hand and body double Sunset Station and Basic High through Russia and Australia in the Bluebeat Lounge (2003-2009), a Nick Hoff: Nick Hoff is a fresh for Emmy and Golden Globe Win- School are proud to announce the works, Authority Zero continues to popular weekly concert series fo- and explosive talent, taking his ner Michael Douglas’ portrayal of #BasicStrong Benefit Concert in seek new destinations to spread cusing on reggae and ska, Chris pro- stand up from coast to coast and Liberace in the HBO Films biopic, honor of the Basic High School stu- their live show and music with their moted more than 350 shows over winning numerous comedy compe- “Behind The Candelabra.” dents injured in the tragic bonfire latest release “The Tipping Point.” seven years at Hollywood’s Knit- titions along the way. Hoff is a fea- During the intimate concert, he explosion on June 9, 2014. Guttermouth is an American ting Factory. His musical journeys tured comic writer for “Life and shares personal insights into the Featuring performances by local punk rock band formed in 1988 in have taken him throughout the Style” magazine and was show- music and the special meaning it rockers Yellow Brick Road among Huntington Beach, California and United States, Canada, and Europe, cased on YoungHollywood.com as has for him by performing solo of- others, the #BasicStrong Benefit currently recording for Volcom En- the UK, Ireland, Japan, Mexico, one of the hottest “future stars” of ferings of popular classical and Concert will be held at Club Madrid tertainment. They have released Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, South today. A veteran of the Boston and Broadway show music he loves, inside Sunset Station on August 20, nine full-length studio albums and Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and Los Angeles comedy festivals, he including “Memory” from “Cats,” 2014 at 8 p.m. and all proceeds will two live albums and have toured Indonesia. brings audiences in to his unique “Getting’ Ready Rag” from “Rag- be donated directly to the families extensively, including perfor- * * * * * point of view and leaves them time,” “Malaguena,” and of the injured students. mances on the Vans Warped Tour. THE IMPROV AT HARRAH’S: laughing. Liberace’s famous arrangements of Tickets for #BasicStrong Benefit They are infamous for their outra- AUG. 19-AUG. 24 Shows are at 8:30 p.m. and 10 “Nola” and “Chopsticks,” all pre- Concert are $25, $40 and $100 plus geous lyrics and behavior which are The world-famous Improv at p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. sented with his own brand of south- tax and applicable fees and can be deliberately explicit, offensive and Harrah’s Las Vegas is the longest- Tickets are $29.05 or $44.95 (plus ern charm. purchased at any Station Casinos intended to shock, though usually running comedy club on the Las applicable taxes and fees) for VIP Fortenberry is currently the As- Reward Center and The Fiestas, by in a humorous and sarcastic man- Vegas Strip. The Improv’s ability to tickets that include special seating, sociate Conductor of “Jersey Boys” logging onto www.sclv.com/con- ner. showcase young comedians, as well an Improv t-shirt and post-show at Paris Las Vegas. In 2009, his one- certs or through Ticketmaster at The Untouchables are a soul/ as bring in big names, has attrib- meet-and-greet with the comics. man show as an artist in residence (800) 745-3000 or mod revival band from the Silver uted to its longevity and success. Special two-for-one tickets are also Sue Lowden, Judy Coco, Sharon Graziano, Susan Heifitz and Linda November. Paul Lowden accompanied Heidi Harris. at the famed Liberace Museum with www.ticketmaster.com. Doors open Lake, California area. Described by Each week, The Improv show- available for locals for the 10 p.m. more than 300 performances of at 7 p.m. and this is an all-ages original lead singer Kevin Long as cases some of the funniest and show. Tickets are available at “Liberace and Me” brought him event. For more information, please “mods who played ska music,” The freshest faces in comedy, creating Harrah’s Box Office (702-369- more critical acclaim, along with visit www.sunsetstation.com. Untouchables are credited with be- a show that is always unique and 5223) and online at eight solo CD releases and ongo- * * * * * ing America’s first ska band. Form- definitely funny. The comedians www.harrahslasvegas.com. ing performances concerts around ¡VIVA SKA VEGAS! TAKES ing in 1981 as part of the embry- who will perform Aug. 19-Aug. 24 Jerry Fink is an entertainment the U.S. OVER FREMONT COUNTRY onic L.A. mod revival, The Un- are: columnist for the Las Vegas Tribune Tickets are now on sale for the CLUB ON SEPTEMBER 20 touchables are inspired be ska re- Brian Dunkleman: Comedian newspaper and writes a weekly col- concert and priced at $36 and $26 Smash Magazine presents ¡Viva vival/punk band The Box Boys. Brian Dunkleman is best known as umn. To contact Jerry Fink, email at The Smith Center Box Office, by Ska Vegas! - highlighting some of They have released six studio al- being co-host with Ryan Seacrest on him at jfink@ lasvegastribune.com. phone 702-749-2000, or online at the biggest bands in ska during a www.thesmithcenter.com. night of music. Featuring two stages For more information about and twelve bands, plus food trucks Fortenberry’s prestigious career or and a vendor bar for 21+ with valid to purchase his solo CDs, visit ID, ¡Viva Ska Vegas! makes a new www.philipfortenberry.com. home in Downtown Las Vegas at Goodsprings, NV. Chief Constable Gary P. Rogers, * * * * * the Fremont Country Club (601 E. Attorney Richard Scotti and The Duke of Fremont Street. VEGAS UNPLUGGED SAT. Fremont St., Las Vegas) on Satur- AUG. 23RD AT HISTORIC day, September 20. Doors open at Paul and Sue Lowden, A major F.I.O.R.E. rule being broken. Richard Scotti FIFTH STREET SCHOOL 5 p.m. gave a classy, fun and informative presentation. witnesses the culprit, Charlie Carpenter, breaking the Mundo Juillerat and Stuart ¡Viva Ska Vegas! is an 18+ show rule: “You can pick your nose and you can pick your Carter-Smith are proud to present: and tickets are on sale now. Gen- friends, but you can’t pick your friend’s nose.” Vegas Unplugged Music Festival eral admission tickets are $25 in Definitely a F.I.O.R.E. no-no. happening on Saturday, August advance or $30 day of show (pend- 23rd in downtown Las Vegas! We ing availability). Tickets can be are excited to announce that Vegas purchased online at Unplugged has partnered with the www.ticketfly.com. VIP tickets in- Tutti buona gente! From left: Joseph J. De Blase, Don City of Las Vegas and this year’s clude an event t-shirt, 18x24 poster Sacco, Charlie Carpenter, John Faulis and Peter Anthony. event will be at the beautiful His- and a VIP laminate. VIP tickets are toric Fifth Street School! (401 S. available for purchase online while Fourth St.,Las Vegas, NV) supplies last. Vegas Unplugged is an all The ¡Viva Ska Vegas! inside genres acoustic music festival stage will feature bands including where artists are asked to “do their Five Iron Frenzy, Authority Zero, thing, “ — just do it acoustically. Guttermouth, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Vegas Unplugged is a commu- Steady 45’s and Matamoska. The nity driven festival and a commu- outside stage will be set for perfor- nity give back festival as well. This mances by The Untouchables, Chris year we will be benefitting Oppor- Murray, Skapeche Mode, Monkey, tunity Village’s “Fine and Enter- East Side Agents and Drinking Allen Tramont is happy to be flanked by Judy Tarte, Randy Soard, Denny Weddle, Heidi Harris, Linda November, peripatetic Nelson tainment Arts” program! We will Water. president of the Las Vegas Jazz Society and Mimi Williams. Susan Houston and Cindy Doumani. Sardelli, Sue Lowden, Bill Acosta and Art Schroeck. also showcase and provide aware- A kick-off party will take place ness to this program by having on Friday, September 19 from 8 Opportunity Villages’ “Roaring p.m.-12 midnight at Downtown Thunder” band perform in Vegas Container Park featuring The Unplugged. Debonaires, California Celts and All proceeds after our expenses Isolated Victims . After 9 p.m. all will go OV’s Fine and Entertain- guests must be 21+ with valid ID. ment Arts program. Washburn Gui- The official after party will take tars has donated an acoustic guitar place immediately following Five to be raffled at the festival and all Iron Frenzy at Backstage Bar & Judy Coco and columnists Norm Johnson and proceeds from this raffle will go to Billiards (601 E. Fremont St. Las Nancy Barr, enjoying the happy atmosphere. Charming ladies Barbara Winters, Arlene Bates, Opportunity Village as well. Vegas) with live performances by Nancy already knew she was going to have Nelson, Cindy Doumani, Linda November and Tickets are $10 advanced and Skapeche Mode and DJ Ska Boss . a great time; she is psychic, you know. Randy Soard, a charming gentleman. $15 at the door. You can purchase Admission is free with purchase of tickets now at http:// ¡Viva Ska Vegas! ticket or $5 ad- www.brownpapertickets.com/ mission for public. The after-party event/769654. is a 21+ event only. Two of Vegas’ best foodtrucks Five Iron Frenzy first formed in will be there - The Hummus Fac- 1995 with vocalist/lyricist Reese tory and Oso Ono shave ice. Roper, former bassist Keith Hoerig, Holley’s Cuppa will be providing guitarist Micah Ortega, and lead LV’s best coffee, and there will be songwriter Scott Kerr. They soon F.I.O.R.E.’s Founder Nelson Dancing at lunch. Stephen and regular and liqour beverages avail- added Dennis Culp on trombone, Sardelli with his “personal” Sue Lowden, Polly Weinstein, Miss Wolfson Carolyn Jacobs, Owner/producers able as well. Lastly besides the Andrew Verdecchio on drums, Ambassador Lorraine Thompson and former Lt. Gov. of Nevada, of radio Internet talk show Jacob’s city’s regular featured artists in the Leanor Ortega-Till on saxophone, and Marilyn (!) Paul Lowden, Nelson Sardelli and Sue Lowden. Dr. Lonnie Hammargren. Ladder tripping the light fantastic. Fifth Street School gallery we will Nathanael Dunham on trumpet, and Page 18 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 HEALTH LIFESTYLES Have you seen& the Pygmy monkeys? By Sandy Zimmerman Las Vegas Tribune Photos by Buzzle, Flickr and anonymous On our travels, I saw monkeys on the highways, beaches and all around Costa Rica but was not aware of the pygmy Marmosets or finger monkeys. You can hold them in one hand, their bodies are about the size of a person’s finger. The monkey hugs the finger as it holds on. Pygmy monkeys live on river basins located close to forests, cul- tivated lands, on the sides of streams, in bamboo thickets and in flooded areas. They are native to South Africa, Brazil, Peru, Northern Bolivia, Ec- uador, the Upper Amazon Basin and Southeastern Colombia. These pygmy monkeys are said to be the tiniest living primate in the world. The Pygmy marmoset‘s body length ranges from 5.5-6.3 inches and grows to a maximum length of 11-15 cm, weighing nearly 129-190 grams. Its prehensile tail measures 15-22 cm. These monkeys climb trees by using its claws. You may miss their small bodies when they hide in the scampered around our cabin but with seemingly wild animals that to the seals and swim with the peli- programs and Discover the Ulti- forests. Even though the monkeys didn’t approach us. acted tame was in the Galapagos cans. mate Vacation travel specials. If you are small, they can jump up to 16 The most impressive location Islands, in Ecuador. You can sit next For additional information visit want to suggest topics for articles, feet. the websites: www.buzzle.com, for information or to ask any ques- When confronted, the pygmy www.MonkeysforSale.com, tions about Sandy’s articles, call monkeys raise and flatten their ear www.factzoo.com, and finally, (702) 731-6491 or email her at tufts, arch their backs and grimace www.buzzle.com/articles/pygmy- [email protected]. to show they are ready to fight. marmoset-facts. SUGGESTIONS: Sandy seeks sug- It is enjoyable to see monkeys * * * * * gestions and the latest information on stage in animal acts as each of Award winning Sandy about entertainment, travel, dining the species of monkeys look cute. Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- and health. Please send your infor- It is advised not to take them home nist featuring Show and Dining re- mation and you may win compli- as pets. There are laws which pro- views, Travel, Health, Spas, Luxury, mentary show tickets or other hibit monkeys and other wild ani- Cars and more. Sandy is talk show prizes. Email Zimmerman at mals from within the city. host of the Las Vegas Today Show [email protected] The documentary film “El- ephant in the Living Room” showed how baby pets become hostile when they grow up. Many people just let their wild pets go into a forest or other places to get rid of them. The public don’t realize how many wild animals wander around. The feeling of being close to wild animals attracts many people. When I was in Australia, the ani- mal sanctuaries were filled with kangaroos and koala bears moving freely. Visitors could walk around and have the feeling of being close to the animals. Costa Rica’s animal sanctuary national parks were a thrill to see monkeys that did not fear humans. In the jungle, the Howling monkeys Page 18 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / August 20-26, 2014 August 20-26, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 19 SOCIAL SECURITY AWARENESS What EALTH IFESTYLES You Need H L To Know Have you seen& the Pygmy monkeys? By Dr Nina Radcliff By Sandy Zimmerman A Shared Human Las Vegas Tribune Photos by Buzzle, Flickr and anonymous Experience — On our travels, I saw monkeys on the highways, beaches and all Flatulence around Costa Rica but was not aware of the pygmy Marmosets or By Dr. Nina finger monkeys. When it appears that our world is in disarray because of differences — You can hold them in one hand, religion, culture, race, gender — it’s reassuring to find common ground. their bodies are about the size of a Although it may be considered inappropriate etiquette to discuss, we have person’s finger. a shared human experience, known as flatulence. Passing gas is natural The monkey hugs the finger as and can make us smile, laugh, wince, and possibly cry. But more impor- it holds on. tantly, flatulence helps remind us that we are more alike than we are dif- Pygmy monkeys live on river ferent. Where does flatulence gas come from? basins located close to forests, cul- What Medicare Does tivated lands, on the sides of For most intents and purposes, think of our gastrointestinal tract as a streams, in bamboo thickets and in car engine. The mouth is an intake system that ingests food, a source of flooded areas. fuel. Our intestines are a converter that breaks down food to convert it (and Doesn’t) Cover They are native to South Africa, into energy. And our rectum is the exhaust system that emits vapors and Brazil, Peru, Northern Bolivia, Ec- gases that are expelled. Additionally, gas may arise from swallowing air By David Sayen have other insurance, your costs uador, the Upper Amazon Basin and or carbonated beverages. If the air is not burped up, it will pass through Medicare helps pay for a wide may be different. Contact your plan Southeastern Colombia. These the digestive tract and get released through the anus. variety of medical services and or benefits administrator directly to Do all of us have a gut that functions pygmy monkeys are said to be the goods in hospitals, doctor’s offices, find out about the costs. like an automobile engine? tiniest living primate in the world. and other healthcare settings. But Under Part B, Medicare pays for The Pygmy marmoset‘s body Yes, everyone — children, adults, men and women, and even rock it doesn’t cover everything, and it’s many preventive services (such as o length ranges from 5.5-6.3 inches stars — pass gas. In fact, n average we pass gas 6 to 20 times per day. useful to know what is and isn’t in- screenings for cancer and heart dis- and grows to a maximum length of This is equivalent to about half a liter of gas per day. cluded. ease) that can detect health prob- 11-15 cm, weighing nearly 129-190 Wait, let’s talk a little more about the converter process. Services are covered either un- lems early when they’re easier to grams. Its prehensile tail measures When we eat, food passes from the stomach into our small intestines der Medicare Part A or Part B. If treat. You pay nothing for most cov- 15-22 cm. where the large majority of food breakdown and absorption — known as you have both Part A and Part B, ered preventive services if you get These monkeys climb trees by digestion — takes place. When undigested food from the small intestines you can get many Medicare covered the services from a doctor or other using its claws. You may miss their enters the large intestines, it gets “digested” by the resident bacteria. The services whether you have Original qualified provider who accepts as- bacteria break down the food in a process known as fermentation that small bodies when they hide in the scampered around our cabin but with seemingly wild animals that to the seals and swim with the peli- programs and Discover the Ulti- Medicare or a Medicare health plan. signment. releases gases — hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and meth- forests. Even though the monkeys didn’t approach us. acted tame was in the Galapagos cans. mate Vacation travel specials. If you Part A is Hospital Insurance and However, for some preventive ane. are small, they can jump up to 16 The most impressive location Islands, in Ecuador. You can sit next For additional information visit want to suggest topics for articles, it helps pay for: services, you may have to pay a de- Do certain foods cause more flatulence? feet. the websites: www.buzzle.com, for information or to ask any ques- —Inpatient care in hospitals; ductible, coinsurance, or both. Not all foods are created equal when it comes to gas production. And When confronted, the pygmy www.MonkeysforSale.com, tions about Sandy’s articles, call —Inpatient care in a skilled DAVID SAYEN Medicare doesn’t cover every- what may cause gas for one person may not in someone else. As a general monkeys raise and flatten their ear www.factzoo.com, and finally, (702) 731-6491 or email her at nursing facility (not custodial or 2014) applies, you must pay all thing, of course. If you need cer- rule of thumb, foods that contain carbohydrates, starches, and fiber can tufts, arch their backs and grimace www.buzzle.com/articles/pygmy- [email protected]. long term care); costs (up to the Medicare-approved tain services that aren’t covered cause gas. They are hardly, or not at, all broken down in small intestines to show they are ready to fight. marmoset-facts. SUGGESTIONS: Sandy seeks sug- —Hospice care services; amount) until you meet the Part B under Part A or Part B, you’ll have and provide a buffet feast like no other to the bacteria in the large intes- It is enjoyable to see monkeys * * * * * gestions and the latest information —Home health care services: deductible before Medicare begins to pay for them yourself unless: tines. Examples include beans, veggies (broccoli, cabbage, brussels on stage in animal acts as each of Award winning Sandy about entertainment, travel, dining —Inpatient care in a religious to pay its share. —You have other insurance (or sprouts, onions, mushrooms, asparagus), fruit (pears, apples, peaches), the species of monkeys look cute. Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- and health. Please send your infor- nonmedical health care institution. After your deductible is met, you Medicaid) to cover the costs; whole grains, sodas, fruit juices, and milk and milk products. It is advised not to take them home nist featuring Show and Dining re- mation and you may win compli- You can find out if you have typically pay 20 percent of the —You’re in a Medicare health Let’s not get it twisted however. Although a high-fiber diet with plenty as pets. There are laws which pro- views, Travel, Health, Spas, Luxury, mentary show tickets or other Parts A and B by looking at your Medicare approved amount of the plan that covers these services. of fruit and veggies can cause excessive gas symptoms, it can promote hibit monkeys and other wild ani- Cars and more. Sandy is talk show prizes. Email Zimmerman at Medicare card. If you have Origi- service, if the doctor or other Some of the services and goods health in a number of other ways. The key is not to eliminate healthy mals from within the city. host of the Las Vegas Today Show [email protected] nal Medicare, you’ll use this card healthcare provider accepts assign- that Medicare doesn’t cover are: The documentary film “El- foods from our diet, but to eat a little less of that particular item to ease to get your Medicare-covered ser- ment. (“Accepting assignment” —Long-term care (also called ephant in the Living Room” showed our symptoms. vices. If you join a Medicare health means that a doctor or other pro- custodial care); Why is flatulence so aromatic? how baby pets become hostile when plan, in most cases you must use vider agrees to be paid directly by —Routine dental or eye care; they grow up. Many people just let Unlike Calvin Klein’s eau de toilets, the fragrance from flatulence the card from the plan to get your Medicare, to accept the payment —Dentures; their wild pets go into a forest or comes from sulfur components that are produced by bacterial breakdown Medicare-covered services. amount Medicare approves for the —Cosmetic surgery; other places to get rid of them. The of undigested food. Additionally, foods that contain more sulfides, such Part B (Medical Insurance) helps service, and not to bill you for any —Acupuncture; public don’t realize how many wild as cauliflower, eggs, and meats are notorious for producing a particularly cover medically necessary doctors’ more than the Medicare deductible —Hearing aids and exams for animals wander around. odiferous flatulence. services, outpatient care, home and coinsurance.) fitting them. Can excessive gas be a sign of something dangerous? The feeling of being close to health services, durable medical You’ll pay more if you see doc- David Sayen is Medicare’s re- wild animals attracts many people. In most cases, no. We can usually find the cause of gas by keeping a equipment such as wheelchairs and tors or providers who don’t accept gional administrator for Arizona, When I was in Australia, the ani- diary of what we eat and drink and how often we pass gas. Consider walkers, and other medical services. assignment. And there’s no yearly California, Nevada, Hawaii, and mal sanctuaries were filled with discussing with our doctors if our flatulence bothers us, changes sud- Part B also covers many preven- limit on what you pay out-of- the Pacific Territories. You can al- kangaroos and koala bears moving denly, or we experience other symptoms such as weight loss, diarrhea, or tive-care services. pocket. ways get answers to your Medicare freely. Visitors could walk around constipation. In some cases, particularly foul smelling gas may be a symp- Under Original Medicare, if the If you’re in a Medicare Advan- questions by calling 1-800-MEDI- and have the feeling of being close tom of infection or a bleeding ulcer. yearly Part B deductible ($147 in tage plan (like an HMO or PPO) or CARE (1-800-633-4227). How is excessive gas treated? to the animals. Costa Rica’s animal sanctuary Most of the time, we can decrease our gas production by swallowing national parks were a thrill to see less air and changing what we eat. Consider eating slowly, quitting smok- monkeys that did not fear humans. ing, not chewing gum, avoiding carbonated beverages, and avoiding or In the jungle, the Howling monkeys decreasing foods that cause us to have gas. It may be appropriate to con- sider over-the-counter medications that help digest foods that we have difficulty with (e.g. lactose). Our odiferous objections, revolting release, and cutting the cheese are a shared human experience. By appreciating that we are more alike than different, it can serve as a platform in finding common ground in other areas of life. * * * * * Dr. Nina Radcliff is dedicated to her profession, her patients and her community, at large. She is passionate about sharing truths for healthy, balanced living as well as wise preventive health measures. She com- pleted medical school and residency training at UCLA and has served on the medical faculty at The University of Pennsylvania. She is a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and a member of the American Society of An- esthesiologists where she serves on committees for Young Physicians and Communications. Author of more than 200 textbook chapters, research articles, medical opinions and reviews; she is often called upon by media to speak on medical, fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle topics im- pacting our lives, today.

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The Serendipity Ranch Bed and Breakfast has an antique stove in their living room. A Country-Style Vacation

By Sandy Zimmerman Nina and Bill’s dining room of a mountain cottage. cated in this unique area of South- nist featuring Show and Dining re- Las Vegas Tribune table always looks grand with the The Lodge Room is rustic. ern California. views, Travel, Health, Spas, Luxury, Photos by Sandy Zimmerman lace tablecloth, fine china and deco- Each guest room has their own We are located just north of the Cars and more. Sandy is talk show Having a real country-style meal rations. It accommodates from six electric fireplace, television set and 10 Freeway in the San Bernardino host of the Las Vegas Today Show in the village of Oak Glen, Califor- to twelve people for their great queen size bed with down bedding. Mountains There are over 30+ programs and Discover the Ulti- nia, is the best example of farm to breakfasts. Staying in the San Bernardino Agritourism activities in the loop, mate Vacation travel specials. If you table dining. There are a variety of games for Mountains doesn’t stop them from including buying produce direct want to suggest topics for articles, The Serendipity Ranch Bed & the kids and a library of movies for enjoying multi-channel entertain- from a farm stand, petting zoo, trout for information or to ask any ques- Breakfast fits into this atmosphere. everyone. ment. Serendipity serves a compli- fishing, shopping at unique shops, tions about Sandy’s articles, call Nina and Bill Foster, the owners, You enjoy all the modern ameni- mentary breakfast. dinner shows, hiking, music and en- (702) 731-6491 or email her at live in a 5,360 square foot home but ties and the beauty of nature. The Serendipity Ranch B&B is tertainment, museums, feeding ani- [email protected]. they only have four guest rooms. With a combination of tradi- located at 11520 Green Lane, in mals, or staying at a Bed & Break- SUGGESTIONS: Do you have a This provides guests with most tional to antique styles, guests en- Oak Glen, California. For informa- fast. Seasonal activities include favorite inn, hotel, or resort in the of the first floor to enjoy. Their large joy the New England flavor. tion, call 909-797-0293 or visit the pick-your-own fruit, School Tours, United States or around the world? living room is designed with sev- The guest rooms include the Vic- website www.serendipityranch.net/ Birthday Parties, Various Wedding Why does it appeal to you? Please eral sitting areas for the guests’ pri- torian Room which looks like it Visitors can see over 40+ indi- Venues, and Weekend & Annual send your suggestion explaining the vacy. There is a television section suddenly appeared from another era vidual owned businesses in the Festivals. For more information reasons for your choice, your name, on one side and in the middle, an with a high four-poster bed. eight-mile Oak Glen loop. The Oak visit the website http:// telephone number, e-mail address, antique stove, the centerpiece of the The colorful Rose Room is filled Glen Loop Merchants are a group www.oakglenca.com/ and you may win free show tickets home in the winter. Nina and Bill with antiques. of family farms, places to stay, busi- Award winning Sandy or other prizes. Email Sandy at cut their own wood for the fireplace. The Cottage Room reminds you nesses, and food establishments lo- Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- [email protected]

The Cottage Room Victorian Room

Rose Room (Photo supplied by Serendipity Ranch B&B) The Lodge Room