Steve’s Las Vegas Quickies

The Palms newly revamped Fantasy Market buffet has increased its prices. Breakfast is offered from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and is $5.99 per person. Lunch, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., is $7.99; dinner, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. is $11.99 per person. Sunday champagne brunch, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. is $16.99 per person; Friday night dinner is crab leg and prime rib night, $16.99 per person. Wednesday dinner is Italian night, $13.99 per person.
Las Vegas SUN: Columnist Muriel Stevens

Gildah, the featured elephant in Siegfried & Roy’s show for two-plus decades, died Wednesday night at the duo’s Secret Garden at The Mirage. A 4-ton ceremonial Thai elephant, she celebrated her 57th birthday on May 4 by chowing down on a 4-foot-high cake made of carrots and fruit with a straw-filled center and topped with multicolored Cool Whip. A former star of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, she joined Siegfried & Roy 25 years ago. In a press release, Siegfried & Roy said, “In celebration of her life, we would ask that donations be made to the American Red Cross in support of animal rescue for those animals affected by Hurricane Katrina.”
reviewjournal.com — News: NORM

Hawaiian singing legend Don Ho has canceled his mid-September Walk of Stars ceremony because of a heart scare. Ho, 75, was hospitalized recently for three days for an abnormal heart rhythm. He was to be honored in connection with the Las Vegas centennial celebration.
reviewjournal.com — News: NORM

Elvis did leave the building. During remodeling of the Las Vegas Hilton lobby, the famous Elvis statue had to be removed. The 1978 landmark statue will be back on
display at the casino when work is completed.

THE HAUNTED VILLAGE AT THE ORLEANS ARENA

FRIGHTNING STRIKES as Monster Mayhem arrives in Las Vegas, bringing a new level of HORROR AND SHOCK, the likes of which has never, ever been seen in Southern Nevada. FIVE COMPLETE HAUNTED HOUSES, an eerie above ground grave yard where disturbing VooDoo spirits and FIENDISH GHOULS wander amongst the crypts, fog filled pathways and creepy catacombs lined with CREATURES AND WORSE waiting for you around every corner, and much, much more…FIGHT OFF THE PANIC and don’t look back, because you don’t even want to know the TERROR that’s behind you!
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The Golden Nugget is giving away $10.00 in free slot play when you sign up for a Players Card.

“Gilligan’s Island” icon Bob Denver, who died at age 70 last week, lived in Las Vegas for a time and had a show at the Plaza.
reviewjournal.com — News: NORM

The Las Vegas Hilton has modified its plans for Delisco, the entertainer owed a headlining engagement at the casino after winning the E! reality series “The Entertainer.” It sounds like the poor guy has more of a fighting chance now. Instead of throwing him into the big showroom on those wonderful nights of Sundays through Tuesdays, they’ve moved him into the club-sized venue, Shimmer Cabaret, where David Brenner performs.

Delisco also gets to perform a five-night stretch, Tuesdays through Saturdays, albeit in an early 7 p.m. time slot. The ticket price still won’t top $35 with taxes. The singer originally was scheduled to open last Sunday. His new opening night is next Tuesday.
reviewjournal.com — Living - MIKE WEATHERFORD

“Havana Night Club — The Show” has been given still another extension at the Stardust, this time until Feb. 4. The Cuban revue had been working without a contract since Sept. 4 while negotiating with the casino.

The Billboard Music Awards return to the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Dec. 6. The two-hour telecast honors the most popular songs and artists as determined by Billboard magazine’s weekly charts.

“La Cage” star Frank Marino will have a street named after him at Crane Street and Lake North Drive in The Lakes. Ward 2 Councilman Steve Wolfson and city traffic engineers will be on hand for the 11 a.m. dedication. Marino is celebrating his 20th anniversary Sunday as Joan Rivers’ persona in “An Evening at La Cage.” A sign with the name Frank Marino Street will be attached under the official street sign.
reviewjournal.com — News: NORM

The SuperBook at the Las Vegas Hilton offers daily Miller drink specials during football season: a 54 oz. football shaped cup for $7.50 and a 20 oz. souvenir cup for $3.25. Miller girls are not for sale (see above).

Nevada Magazine’s 80th annual “Best of Nevada” reader survey has selected Benihana Village at the Las Vegas Hilton as “Best Japanese Restaurant in Southern Nevada.” Congratulations to Benihana Executive Chef Toy Tomme and his staff.

Every Monday night 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Miller Girls will be at the Las Vegas Hilton SuperBook to hand out great giveaways from Miller Beer, Dreamcards, Sportspage.com, and the Las Vegas Hilton.

Harrah’s Parking Garage is only allowing cars that have a Harrah’s Room Key or a “Total Rewards” card to park in their Parking Garage. In order to park at Harrah’s you have to go the Valet Parking to park your car.

Just another in the long line of DUMB decisions by Harrah’s.

Their is a pull-out section in September’s Conde Nest magazine devoted exclusively to Las Vegas.

Expedia.com has named the Palms one of the “10 Hip Hotels” in America. This was the only Las Vegas hotel that made the list.

The Champagne Suzy Boutique has opened at Mandalay Bay. The boutique features sexy merchandise and a burlesque-inspired couture line.

The Dealers News is a free newsletter with some interesting stuff in it. You can order it at www.thedealersnews.com .

“Surrender Blackjack” has completed it’s trial run at the Stardust and has become so popular, it’s is now a permanent fixture in the casino. Three other Las Vegas casinos have expressed interest in this game.

Harrah’s Fresh Market Buffet is closing again for renovations. A slimed-down buffet will be served at Andreotti’s.

The Burgandy Room at the Lady Luck has quietly closed. A new restaurant called Triple George has opened.

T.I.’s Terrace Cafe has closed for renovations. It will open in late September as “The Coffee Shop.” (Did Harrah’s name this place?)

The Redwood Grill at the California has an 18oz. porterhouse steak special for only $14.95. The Pasta Pirate restaurant has a sirloin and lobster tail special for $11.95.
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NORM: Yen for fine steak? Dish out top dollar.

Soaring gasoline prices? That’s small potatoes compared to the elite steaks in Las Vegas.

Along Las Vegas Boulevard and off the Strip, the $20-something steak has gone the way of the $1.99 buffet.

A survey of top eateries reveals the most expensive steaks this side of New York City, if not even higher than there.

Granted, many of the jaw-dropping prices are the result of more Kobe beef being served. Take Shintaro, the Japanese eatery at Bellagio, where the 10-ounce Washugyu Kobe tenderloin is going for $190. Shintaro’s 12-ounce sirloin commands $170.

Over at Bradley Ogden, the high-end restaurant at Caesars Palace, the 8-ounce Kobe steak goes for $175.

Also cracking the $100 barrier: Craftsteak at the MGM Grand, with a 10-ounce Kobe filet mignon price at $100. On the cusp: a 14-ounce Kobe ribeye for $98.

So much U.S. beef has topped the $50-a-steak mark that we couldn’t count them. Among the highest: Michael’s at the Barbary Coast offers a 20-ounce New York prime aged Black Angus sirloin for $75, and filet mignon for $68.

Yes, it’s outrageous, agrees Russell Anzevino, assistant maitre d’ at Michael’s, “but it’s got to do with the availability of prime beef. In the days of the $20 steak, prime beef was plentiful. Now one percent of beef is deemed prime now.”

Prime beef, he said, “is deemed just like a vintage wine. It goes through an auction. It’s very rare, almost like diamonds.”
reviewjournal.com — News - NORM: Yen for fine steak? Dish out top dollar
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Celine Dion will rush from her show to Andre Agassi’s annual benefit on Saturday.
By Mike Weatherford.

Dion will join the Agassi benefit’s most crowded roster to date: Mary J. Blige, Duran Duran, Earth, Wind & Fire, Glenn Frey, George Lopez, Robin Williams and at least one unannounced surprise guest. Some of the performers also will feature backing by music producer David Foster and an orchestra.

“It’s not about being nice or generous,” Dion said by telephone recently. “I think it’s — how do we say it? — a responsibility. I don’t think it’s given to everyone to give a million dollars or build schools for children,” as Agassi has with his charter school, the Andre Agassi Preparatory Academy. “But if we are given the opportunity, it’s so rewarding to be able to make a difference.”

Dion’s participation also makes her the rare Las Vegas-based performer at the benefit. She first sang at a “Grand Slam” in 1997, long before “A New Day” debuted in March 2003. Since then, the Canadian superstar has put to rest the notion that she would be a carpetbagger who would “suck up all the oxygen and then fly away,” as one unnamed local headliner told Newsweek at the time.

what: Grand Slam for Children
when: 8:30 p.m. (approximate after auction) Saturday
where: MGM Grand Garden arena, 3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South
tickets: $105 and $155 (891-7777)

More here:
http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2005/Sep-30-Fri-2005/weekly/3512785.html
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RESTAURANT NEWS

Tao Asian Bistro has opened at The Venetian, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South, with a sushi bar and such menu listings as Chilean sea bass satay with wok-roasted asparagus. Dinner is served nightly.

Milly’s, billed as an authentic New York-style deli, has opened at 9340 W. Sahara Ave. It offers the usual specialties, plus dishes including challah French toast and corned beef and cabbage. Call 243-6999.

Pete & Shorty’s, based on the small-town taverns popular in the Midwest, has opened at the Hotel San Remo, 115 E. Tropicana Ave., featuring a menu of burgers, sandwiches and entrees. The change is the beginning of the conversion of the San Remo to the Hooters Casino Hotel.

Chef Jean Joho of Eiffel Tower Restaurant at Paris Las Vegas, 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. South, has added a light-fare menu at lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, offering “updated French classics” such as Croque Monsieur or French frisee with fried egg and bacon.

Cafe Bleu at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, 1451 Center Crossing Road, has expanded its menu and moved from fixed to a la carte pricing. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and dinner from 6 to 7:45 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. reviewjournal.com — Neon - RESTAURANT NEWS
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Upcomimg Las Vegas Entertainment

Depeche Mode will squeeze a Nov. 26 date at the Hard Rock Hotel into a tour that visits mostly arenas elsewhere. Tickets cost $153 and go on sale at noon Saturday at the casino box office, 4455 Paradise Road and Ticketmaster outlets. Tickets may also be charged through Ticketmaster at 474-4000.

The Goo Goo Dolls will celebrate the New Year at the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay on Dec. 31. Tickets cost $75 for general admission, $100 and $125 for reserved, and go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday at the club box office, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South, and Ticketmaster outlets. Call 632-7600.

Los Lobos will bring eclectic rock to the House of Blues on Dec. 30. Tickets cost $25 general admission, $30 and $35 for reserved and go on sale at 10 a.m. today at the club box office and Ticketmaster outlets.

Bad Religion will rock the Empire Ballroom, 3765 Las Vegas Blvd. South, on Oct. 21. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. today and cost $35, available through Ticketmaster outlets only.

The “Brian Boitano Skating Spectacular” will visit the Mandalay Bay Events Center on Dec. 17. Tickets cost $26.25, $52.50 and $78.75 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday at the arena box office, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South, and Ticketmaster outlets.
reviewjournal.com — Neon - TICKETS
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SHOW REVIEW: Zumanity by Mike Weatherford.
People always ask, “Why so many Cirque du Soleils? Why are they so successful in Las Vegas?”

Here’s one answer: Failure is not an option.

Unlike much of the competition, Cirque has deep pockets, a patient corporate partner in MGM Mirage and custom-built theaters that discourage drastic moves. After the company gutted the general-use theater at New York-New York to install the decadently curvaceous Zumanity Theatre, I would always tell people, “There will be a show called ‘Zumanity’ at New York-New York, and it will be a hit, even if they have a trained seal act onstage.”

It never came to that. But a recent party to mark the start of the revue’s third year also showed off the continued tinkering with a title that once threatened to snap Cirque’s winning streak.

More “Zumanity” here:
http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2005/Sep-30-Fri-2005/weekly/3564549.html
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STUDIO 54 PRESENTS THE 8TH ANNUAL “NIGHTMARE ON 54TH STREET”

From delicious devils to erotic angels, Studio 54 will host Las Vegas’ most outrageous array of Halloween revelers during the 8th annual “Nightmare on 54th Street” beginning Thursday, October 27 through Monday, October 31, in an environment fit for only the wildest nightclub crawlers. Studio 54’s regular nightclub décor will transition into a haunted nightlife playhouse.

Nightly, Studio 54 will feature performances of its own sinister version of Michael Jackson’s THRILLER complete with a techno-house music blend. For the more eccentric of souls, FRANKENFURTER will tempt the crowd with a naughty version of ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW.

The weeklong line-up of sinful celebrations includes the following:

Thursday, October 27, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DOLLS: Witness Studio 54 morph into a devilish nightlife playhouse and live out your fantasies as our body painted models groove to the seductive sounds of DJs Lisa Pittman and Miss Joy.

Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29: The nightmare continues with 5 packed dance floors and 4 Studio 54 infused Halloween classic shows. DJ P graces the turntables and heats up Halloween weekend in true Las Vegas style, pulling out all the tricks and treats for club goers to enjoy.

Sunday, October 30: Enter the erotically delicious or most original costume contest with a chance to win a share of $10,000 in prize money. Hosted by DJ Frankie of NYC featuring special performances by Frank Moore and the 54 dancers. Guests are encouraged to come clad or barely clad in their most outrageous Halloween concoction. Guests will dance among stilt walkers, fetish crazed fairies, fire-eaters and vampy, gothic vixens.

Monday, October 31, 39th ANNUAL BEAUX ARTS BALL: Las Vegas’ most extravagant costume ball exclusively under the moon and spoon. All door proceeds to benefit Golden Rainbow. Featuring the performers of Studio 54 and cast members of Follies Bergere, Jubilee, The Vamps, Brian Chetham and his Chippendales, Missy Cochran Entertainment, We Will Rock You, Fantasy, Brian “Shannel” Watkins and Weego. DJ Lisa Pittman spins while “King” Chris Nicholson and “Queen” Georgie Bernasek host the festivities. Over $1,900 is prize money will be awarded to the best overall, sexiest and best group costumes. Admission is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Golden Rainbow helps men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS in the Las Vegas community.
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Rock Star: Las Vegas To Name Top Local Metal Head

WHEN: Sunday, October 2, 2005 – 5 p.m.
WHAT: Rock Star: Las Vegas
WHERE: Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino – Imperial Theatre
WHO: KLAS – Channel 8; KOMP – 92.3 FM; Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino
WHAT: Local version of CBS’ reality show to name a new lead singer for INXS

INFO:
The three top sponsors above are hosting a local version of the hit CBS show to find the top local “Rock Star.” Contestants have been narrowed down to nine finalists who will compete on Sunday to win the title and a prize package that will let them “live like a rock star for a night.”
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HBO and AEG Live Announce tickets on sale for THE COMEDY FESTIVAL in Las Vegas
Festival Tickets Available Beginning Friday, September 30, 2005. Additional Shows Announced.

HBO and AEG Live released tickets on sale to the general public for the highly anticipated, first annual The Comedy Festival (TCF), held from November 17-19, 2005 in Las Vegas. As previously announced, the inaugural three day festival will host such leading comedians as Dave Chappelle, George Lopez, Bill Maher, Dennis Miller and Jon Stewart, as well as a special tribute to Jerry Seinfeld who will be honored with the first annual The Comedian award.

Tickets are available to the public online at www.thecomedyfestival.com and www.ticketmaster.com, by phone at 877-TCF-FEST, and at the box office at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Ticket prices range from $25-$125. Exclusive TCF travel packages are available at www.vegas.com.
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Las Vegas Marathon website
http://www.lvmarathon.com/
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Bellagio is favorite Vegas resort, visitor survey shows.

A new independent tourism survey says Bellagio is the favorite casino resort in Las Vegas.

And, of visitors who are members of a frequent-player loyalty program, most have an MGM Mirage Players Club card.

The survey, released today by New York-based Majestic Research casinos and leisure analyst Matthew Jacob, also said that while Las Vegas loads up on a variety of entertainment, dining and shopping alternatives, casinos are still the primary lure to the city.

Jacob said he wasn’t surprised by most of the results, since he has seen other surveys about Las Vegas visitation.

More Here:
http://www.lasvegassun.com/sunbin/stories/gaming/2005/sep/30/519443813.html
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Time constraints don’t help ‘We Will Rock You’
By Jerry Fink

Although it is by no means a shadow of its former self, “We Will Rock You” lost some of its charm and meaning when writer Ben Elton whacked 30 minute off the two-hour production, chopping it down to fit the standard Vegas format of 90 minutes.

It has been said that the decision for the incision by the author’s scalpel was made by Harrah’s executives after Paris Las Vegas became part of the Harrah’s family.

Perhaps they felt the operation was necessary for the survival of the show, that the two-hour length was not drawing enough fans.

Or perhaps they were merely looking at the bottom line — get the fans out of the theater as quickly as possible so they can spend more money in the casino or the restaurants.

More Here:
http://www.lasvegassun.com/sunbin/stories/leisure/2005/sep/30/519442679.html
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Columnist Jerry Fink: Tranz embraces brand X

Chances are, you aren’t going to see local hypnotist Justin Tranz in his reality TV show, “Extreme Truth.”

It airs at 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Sundays on the Playboy Channel.

The channel is not, shall we say, mainstream entertainment.

“X-rated,” Tranz said. “Yes. It’s X-rated.”

The show’s premise is for Tranz to hypnotize a couple who are in a committed relationship (married or dating) and to get them to tell secrets, reveal fantasies or actual desires.

“Playboy re-creates the fantasies with naked actors,” Tranz said. “But the couples I work with are real. Nothing is set up. What you see is what you get.”

More here:
http://www.lasvegassun.com/sunbin/stories/leisure/2005/sep/30/519442627.html
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Magic rocks

Greg Thompson attempted to combine a rock concert with a topless show in the production “Erocktica” at the Rio.

Now Curtis Adams is trying a similar tact, combining a rock concert atmosphere with a magic show in “Adrenaline: Magic that Rocks.”

“Erocktica” recently closed for a couple of months for some serious tweaking.

Here’s hoping Adams has better luck.

The 22-year-old magician begins a six-month engagement at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Plaza aimed at the younger fans.

Adams, a native of Long Beach, Calif., began performing professionally for birthday parties at the age of 10. At 11 he began performing at restaurants, and by the time he was 13 he had created his own production company, M.O.C.A. Productions.

At 17 he teamed with creative director Don Wayne, who has created material for David Copperfield’s TV specials as well as his live tours — including such tricks as Copperfield’s disappearance of the Statue of Liberty, walking through the Great Wall of China, as well as flying and vanishing the Orient Express.
Las Vegas SUN: Columnist Jerry Fink
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Columnist Jerry Fink: New adult club Scores at Jaguars’ old location.

Can a Jaguar change its spots?

Maybe — at least it can change its owner, and its name.

The former Jaguars strip club, 3355 Procyon St., at Desert Inn Road, was sold by Jack Galardi a few months back to Dennis DeGori.

The club was one of three formerly owned by Galardi’s son Michael Galardi that were raided by the FBI in May 2003 as part of an investigation into an alleged bribery scheme involving four former Clark County commissioners.

The younger Galardi has pleaded guilty to the charges against him. He turned the club over to his father, who sold the club to DeGori.

More Here:
http://www.lasvegassun.com/sunbin/stories/do/2005/sep/30/519442629.html
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Five more eateries at Desert Passage:

Five new restaurants are making their way to the shops in Desert Passage at the Aladdin. Already on board is Max’s Cafe. Max’s features three-for-one all day happy specials; an upscale bar and grill that offers burgers, salads and appetizers and a selection of steaks, chops, chicken and fresh fish. Lunch items are value priced at $3.99; most dinner items are $6.99. Next to open is the Brazilian Pampas Churrascaria — spit-roasted meats and vegetables.

Sin City Brewing Company will follow. It is the company’s first Las Vegas-based microbrewery. These excellent beers (the light beer is the best light brew I’ve ever tasted) can be sampled at Hubert Keller’s Burger Bar in Mandalay Place. Sin City owner/brewmaster Richard Johnson was previously the longtime Gordon Biersch Director of Brewing Operations. Sin City beers are brewed and distributed exclusively in Las Vegas.

Tacone Flavor Grill and Sbarro pizza are scheduled to debut in early 2006.
http://www.lasvegassun.com/sunbin/stories/do/2005/sep/30/519442678.html
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Vegas Values Report for 9/25/05

The below information is supplied by Scot Krause, our roving reporter, who supplies us each week with information on the best Las Vegas promotions. It’s only available here on the americancasinoguide.com web site so be sure to come back each Monday morning to find out about the best values in Las Vegas.

Hello to all! Welcome to “Vegas Values.” Here’s what we found this week:
http://www.americancasinoguide.com/Promotions/VEGAS-VALUES.shtml
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NORM: Venetian doesn’t know how to Carey.

Mariah Carey was at her diva best for the opening of TAO, The Venetian’s new nightclub.

She not only insisted on the best room at The Venetian, but she wanted $25,000 to walk the red carpet for TAO’s grand opening Saturday night.

“She demanded blacked-out windows, the presidential suite, etcetera,” said one of two moles. She had to settle for a penthouse.

Another request, said a second spy: She wanted the butlers and security to lower their heads in her presence.

When she didn’t get the $25,000, she didn’t show up for what many local scenesters said was one of the city’s most star-studded openings.

The 50-some celebs on hand included cast members from NBC’s “Las Vegas,” Chelsea Clinton and Wilmer Valderrama of “That ’70s Show,” still clad in the tuxedo he wore to Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher’s wedding earlier in the evening in Los Angeles.

Paris Hilton was there with her parents, Rick and Kathy Hilton, and sister Nicky.

On Friday, Carey, Usher, Nelly, Ashanti and Janet Jackson turned Jermaine Dupri’s 33rd birthday party into an impromptu concert. At one point the recording artists stood on couches to sing happy birthday to the record producer.

Other attendees at the TAO opening: Oscar winner Adrien Brody, Daryl Hannah, Anthony Kiedis, Shannon Elizabeth, JC Chasez, David Hasselhoff, Steve Wynn, Anastasia, Drea DeMateo, Eve, Tara Reid and socialites Alex and Alexandra von Furstenberg, Marcus Allen, Eliza Dushku and Brent Bolthouse.
reviewjournal.com — News: NORM: Venetian doesn’t kowtow to Carey
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SHOOTING STARS: Cable network visits Binion case.
By Carol Cling

Gambling heir Ted Binion has been dead for seven years. But interest in his demise lives on — at least on TV.

The latest case in point: an episode of the Discovery Channel documentary series “True Crime Scene,” which is scheduled to begin a six-day location visit Friday.

The forensic science program, from Toronto-based NextFilm Productions, will conduct interviews and shoot Vegas views for the episode, according to associate producer Vanessa Hill.

Binion, son of Horseshoe founder Benny Binion, was found dead at his home Sept. 17, 1998. Live-in girlfriend Sandra Murphy and her secret lover, Rick Tabish, were found guilty of Binion’s murder in 2000; three years later, their convictions were overturned.

During last year’s retrial, the two were acquitted on murder charges, but convicted of the theft of $8 million in silver from an underground Pahrump vault two days after Binion’s death.
reviewjournal.com — Living - SHOOTING STARS: Cable network visits Binion case
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DEATH ON THE STRIP: Car plows into crowd.

car jumped a curb and plowed into a group of pedestrians on the Strip Tuesday, killing one and injuring 13 in what Las Vegas police said was an intentional act.

“He just drove onto a wide section of the sidewalk and took out all those people,” Sheriff Bill Young said. “He is a bad guy, and it looks like it may have been intentional. … All I know is that he stole his mother’s car and that he had had a bad day at drug court.”

The maroon Buick LeSabre was headed north on Las Vegas Boulevard about 5:15 p.m. when it veered onto the sidewalk in front of Bally’s, just south of Flamingo Road.

More Here:
http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2005/Sep-22-Thu-2005/news/27249780.html
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Word getting out on New Frontier

Phil Ruffin’s plans for the New Frontier site have been a well-kept secret — until now. The announcement, I’m told, is still two months away, but the word’s getting out.

For starters, I hear the tentative new name is Mondo and the hotel-casino will have 2,000 rooms and 750 suites.

Remember that massive Ferris wheel that was to be part of the Rio’s expansion? Someone who saw the blueprints says the Mondo project, if that’s the eventual name, will feature a Ferris wheel.

A spy says look for the New Frontier demolition to begin in late spring and construction a few months later.
reviewjournal.com — News: NORM: Word getting out on New Frontier

Posted on September 30th, 2005 by MrVegas98
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