Seventh case of hepatitis C reported in Nevada Mar 20, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons said he's hoping that three doctors serving on the state Board of Medical Examiners will resign as part of his housecleaning efforts following the hepatitis outbreak. He also ordered the removal of the head of a state licensing bureau that oversees clinics including the endoscopy centers. (KRNV.com, NV)
Nevada governor defends embattled health clinic, criticizes media Mar 17, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons has defended a Las Vegas endoscopy center linked to a hepatitis C outbreak through unsafe syringe use and has accused the media of creating hysteria after the outbreak was detected. Gibbons expressed concern that people will not seek important medical procedures because of what he called the media's buffoonery. (San Diego Union Tribune)
Three regulators withdraw from Nevada Hepatitis inquiry Mar 17, 2008
by - March 16, 2008 - 0 comments. In a recent development in the hepatitis C outbreak at the Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada, three doctors who were the board members of Nevada have taken back their names from the inquiry team. (The Money Times)
Fighting Reno coal plants Mar 16, 2008
Speakers urged Gov. Jim Gibbons, Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto and other local and state officials to join U.S. Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Health: Lawmaker 'appalled' by Vegas clinic's practices Mar 9, 2008
In a letter sent to Republican Gov. Jim Gibbons, state Sen. Joe Heck says he was appalled to learn that an outpatient center spread hepatitis C by reusing syringes and vials of medication. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Nevada/California panel finishing fire prevention recommendations for Tahoe Mar 5, 2008
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons formed the Tahoe Basin Fire Commission last year after the Angora fire destroyed 254 homes. The commission's report is due by March 21. (KRNV.com, NV)
Metro Warns of Identity Theft at the Gas Pump Mar 4, 2008
That's why Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons declared this week identity theft awareness week. There are many ways thieves steal your information. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Heavy damage to 20 buildings as large quake strikes Nevada Feb 26, 2008
Governor Jim Gibbons and state Public Safety Director Jerry Hafen are on their way to assess the damage. More than a dozen aftershocks have been reported since the original quake at 6:16 a.m.. (KRNV.com, NV)
Wells earthquake: Motorists advised gas stations in Wells closed Feb 26, 2008
Governor Jim Gibbons and Department of Public Safety Director Jerry Hafen will visit Wells Nevada to tour the earthquake damage this afternoon. They are expected to arrive in Elko at approximately 12:30 p.m.. (KRNV.com, NV)
Quake-damaged Nevada town cleans up, awaits disaster status Feb 24, 2008
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons declared a state of emergency for the remote high-desert town of Wells on Friday, a day after it was rocked by what seismologists are calling the state's most destructive earthquake since 1954. Dozens of aftershocks continued to rattle the crossroads town near the Utah border after the magnitude-6. (San Diego Union Tribune)
6.0 earthquake rattles northeastern Nevada town Feb 23, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons said after touring the area Thursday afternoon that several buildings in the historical district had been reduced to bricks and mortar and foundations ... Gov. Jim Gibbons and state Public Safety Director Jerry Hafen toured the community to assess the damage and determine what assistance might be needed. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Nevada Quake Damaged Hundreds Of Homes Feb 23, 2008
"There are a number of buildings that look completely destroyed," Gov. Jim Gibbons said late Thursday after surveying the damage. "Bricks and mortar and foundations are just about all that is left of them right now.". (CBS News -- US)
Casinos fight efforts to raise Nevada gambling tax Feb 22, 2008
Nevada does not tax corporate or personal income and Republican Governor Jim Gibbons was elected on a campaign promise of no new taxes. Warne said the higher casino levy would raise $250 million a year for teacher salaries and "student achievement" needs. (ABC News -- Wire)
Resident: 6.0 Nevada Quake 'Scariest Thing Ever' Feb 22, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons and state Public Safety Director Jerry Hafen toured the community to assess the damage and determine what assistance might be needed. Dan Burns, spokesman with the Nevada Division of Emergency Management, said workers were inspecting roads, bridges and dams for structural damage. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Storefronts collapse in strong Nevada quake Feb 22, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons toured the area and cited just three minor injuries. "I think we were just blessed that Mother Nature struck when it did ... rather than some time later on when the people would be out and about and the sidewalks might have had more people on them when these structures came down," he told The Associated Press. (CNN -- US)
NDOT chief: Nevada needs $450 million more a year for highways Feb 22, 2008
Republican Gov. Jim Gibbons is promising no new taxes -- and Martinovich says she hasn't talked with him about the problem yet. Republican State Senator Dennis Nolan of Las Vegas says legislators might have to increase taxes to pay for highway construction over Gibbons' objections. (KRNV.com, NV)
Wells, NV quake: National Guard to help assess damage Feb 22, 2008
Governor Jim Gibbons has pledged all available assets at the Guard's disposal to assist the people of Wells and those in Elko County. Call us at 322-4444. (KRNV.com, NV)
Manhunt For Reno Rapist Feb 19, 2008
"We will be honoring that request at the mansion and encourage all Nevadans to do the same," said Gov. Jim Gibbons, whose 20-year-old son, Jimmy, was a classmate of Denison at Reno High School. MVIII, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Manhunt Launched For At Large Reno Rapist Feb 18, 2008
"We will be honoring that request at the mansion and encourage all Nevadans to do the same," said Gov. Jim Gibbons, whose 20-year-old son, Jimmy, was a classmate of Denison at Reno High School. Denison was a student at Santa Barbara City College in California. (CBS News)
Body of missing college student found Feb 18, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons issued a statement offering sympathy to the Denisons and urging the community to "continue helping law enforcement in the efforts to find Brianna's killer.". "Brianna's story has clearly captured the hearts of our entire community and state," he said. (CNN -- US)
Governor Gibbons to consider $40 million windfall for education Feb 16, 2008
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons says he might consider using a $40 million windfall to reduce the public education budget cuts he ordered in January. State Treasurer Kate Marshall found the excess funds last week from an unexpected increase in the unclaimed property fund and by savings in bond sale costs. (KRNV.com, NV)
Nevada governor's press secretary quitting Feb 16, 2008
For the third time this week, Governor Jim Gibbons' office announced the resignation of one of it's employees. Press Secretary Melissa Subbotin resigned Thursday saying she wants to "pursue other career opportunities." Her last day on the job will be Feb. 29. (KRNV.com, NV)
Nevada's public safety chief resigns Feb 14, 2008
Nevada Public Safety chief Phil Galeoto, one of Gov. Jim Gibbons' first appointments, says he's resigning at the end of the month. Galeoto on Tuesday circulated an e-mail to his agency staffers saying that quitting was a difficult decision for him but it's time for him to retire from law enforcement and spend "some quality time" with his family. (KRNV.com, NV)
Governor Gibbons Visits Elementary School in Las Vegas Feb 5, 2008
"We'll be back on track when we get this economy recovered," said Governor Jim Gibbons. Governor Gibbons toured the school named after Schorr Monday and did something more. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Vacancies filled on Nevada Parole Board Feb 2, 2008
The Nevada Parole Board, facing a big increase in prisoners eligible for hearings, returned to its full seven-member strength on Thursday as Gov. Jim Gibbons announced appointments of Susan Jacobsen-Jackson and Mary Baker to the panel. Jacobsen-Jackson, of Minden, has been a consultant and trainer for the state Commission on Peace Officer's Standards and Training since 1999. (KRNV.com, NV)
Reno residents Ralph and Meredith Toddre win Points of Light Award for work with autism Feb 2, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons awarded Ralph and Meredith Toddre with the Points of Light Award on Thursday evening. The award recognizes outstanding acts of volunteerism across the state of Nevada. (KRNV.com, NV)
President Bush Tells Las Vegas Crowd the Nation is Vulnerable Feb 1, 2008
Governor Jim Gibbons and others listen to President Bush. The president signed a 15-day extension of the law that allows electronic surveillance of suspected terrorists. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Board Endorses $135 Million Bond Issue for Nevada Highways Jan 30, 2008
The board, chaired by Gov. Jim Gibbons, voted to ask the state Board of Finance to give final approval to the bond issuance at that panel's March 11 meeting. A bond sale likely would occur in April. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Nevada legislators argue over whether to sue the governor Jan 25, 2008
Bob Coffin are at odds over Coffin's bid to have the commission sue Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons over his budget cuts designed to head off a looming $500 million-plus revenue shortfall. Coffin, a Las Vegas Democrat, urged Sen. (KRNV.com, NV)
Toned Down Debate Over Nevada Prison Board Authority Jan 24, 2008
A compromise over the Nevada Prison Board's authority headed off expected debate Wednesday between the panel's chairman, Gov. Jim Gibbons, and another member irate over the governor's unilateral move to cut prison spending by $24 million. Secretary of State Ross Miller, who wanted more of a Prison Board role in overseeing prisons, was backed by the panel's third member, Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto, in insisting on more information on the spending reductions. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Coal Plant Controversy Heats Up Jan 22, 2008
The Nevada Clean Energy Campaign plans to send nearly 1000 signed postcards to Governor Jim Gibbons -- showing their opposition. "We should take a step back, re-look at all of the reports. Energy efficiency is our most cost effective way of meeting our energy demand and that's 24 hours power as well," adds Ball. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Governor Gibbons Announces Ethics Commission Appointment Jan 22, 2008
Governor Jim Gibbons announced today that John T. Moran III has been appointed to the State of Nevada Ethics Commission. " The State of Nevada will be well served by John T. Moran III, who has an exemplary record of service to the State of Nevada and Clark County," said Governor Jim Gibbons. (KRNV.com, NV)
Reno solider dies serving in Afghanistan Jan 12, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons said flags at the Nevada Capitol will be flown at half-staff Friday in honor of Drakulich, 22, a forward observer and expert rifleman who was serving his third tour in Afghanistan ... Governor Jim Gibbons issued a statement that said Drakulich was killed when his vehicle struck an improvised explosive device and that he was serving his third tour in support of the global war on terror. (KRNV.com, NV)
Educators complaining about inclusion in Gibbon's budget cut plan Jan 11, 2008
Educators are arguing against Gov. Jim Gibbons' plan to include schools in 4. 5 percent budget cuts, repeatedly citing a new national report giving Nevada's K-12 education system a D-plus grade. (KRNV.com, NV)
Nevada schools get a bad grade Jan 10, 2008
The report's release coincides with word that Nevada K-12 education officials may target new programs, including all-day kindergarten and school empowerment initiatives, in making budget cuts sought by Gov. Jim Gibbons. All content. (KRNV.com, NV)
School officials start looking for where to make budget cuts Jan 10, 2008
Nevada K-12 education officials may target new programs, including all-day kindergarten and school empowerment initiatives, in making budget cuts sought by Gov. Jim Gibbons. Jim Wells, deputy superintendent for finance at the state Department of Education says such a move would protect existing programs and basic school support. (KRNV.com, NV)
Budget Cuts Spark Nevada Prison Board Debate Jan 9, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons' plan to cut about $24 million from the budget for Nevada's crowded prisons was held up as he and another state Prison Board member clashed over his authority to impose the cuts without a full board vote. Secretary of State Ross Miller challenged the process used in the governor's prison budget-cut planning, part of an overall 4. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Bush declares Fernley a national disaster area Jan 9, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons had already declared the flooded neighborhood a disaster area Saturday. Factors that were taken into consideration included most victims' lack of flood insurance and the flood's adverse economic impact on the town 30 miles east of Reno after extensive damage to hundreds of homes. (KRNV.com, NV)
Cleanup continues in flooded Nevada town as residents await disaster status Jan 9, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons on Saturday declared the area a disaster, the first step toward seeking a federal disaster designation. But Michael Karl of the Federal Emergency Management Agency said after touring the region with U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and others on Monday that federal aid was "not going to be a slam dunk.". (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Residents Hope To Return Home After Levee Break Jan 8, 2008
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons says the canal was not full when the bank failed. Some residents were permitted to return Sunday, and authorities are hoping that more will return as the water recedes. (KWTX.com, TX)
Freezing weather bursts canal, flooding town Jan 8, 2008
Despite heavy rain Friday, Gov. Jim Gibbons said the canal was not full when the bank failed. This indicates to me there might have been a structural weakness over the years. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
West Coast Snow Prompts Emergency... Jan 7, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons of Nevada declared an emergency in one county that includes Fernley and the planned to survey the damage on Monday. On Saturday, a 30-foot section of canal wall collapsed in Fernley, about 30 miles east of Reno, after a day s rain, unleashing a flood of storm-drainage water into some 500 homes, said Chuck Allen of the Nevada Department of Public Safety. (The Drudge Report)
Storms kill three in western US Jan 7, 2008
As waters receded late on Saturday, the town's mayor reported damage to at least 300 houses, and Nevada governor Jim Gibbons declared the county an emergency area. California and Nevada officials have closed nearly 100 miles (160km) of Interstate 80 - the main east-west link between northern California and Nevada - because of poor visibility. (BBC News -- Americas)
Ice slows Nev. flood cleanup; rescuers search for missing Jan 7, 2008
Despite heavy rain Friday, Gov. Jim Gibbons said the canal was not full when the bank failed. One possible factor that officials have mentioned was rodents burrowing in the earthen bank, which also was involved in a smaller collapse that flooded about 60 Fernley homes in December 1996. (AZCentral -- News)
Young, but 'predators' for life Jan 7, 2008
" The bill was pushed by Gov. Jim Gibbons, whose spokeswoman Melissa Subbotin said, "The intent of the legislation is to protect children from dangerous sexual predators. " She could not comment on the bill's effect on juveniles. The Attorney General's Office, responsible for carrying out the Walsh Act in Nevada, said in a written statement that the law "was proposed to help safeguard Nevadans from sex offenders. (Las Vegas Sun)
More of this story Jan 7, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons, who visited the shelter and toured the area by helicopter on Saturday, declared the county an emergency area. Federal Emergency Management Agency planned to conduct a damage assessment on Monday. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Levee Breaks Amid Western Storms Jan 7, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons declared the county an emergency area and the Federal Emergency Management Agency planned to survey the damage Monday. California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger declared emergencies in three counties hit hard by the storms, and Oregon Gov. Ted Kulongoski declared a state of emergency for one county that had severe wind damage. (Time.com)
Local Red Cross to Assist Flood Victims, Governor Declares Emergency Jan 6, 2008
Saturday afternoon, Governor Jim Gibbons declared a state of emergency in Lyon County. The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the National Guard are working to distribute much needed supplies to flood victims. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Levee Breach Soaks Town Near Reno Jan 6, 2008
Gov. Jim Gibbons visited the shelter and toured the area by helicopter on Saturday before declaring the county an emergency area ... Gov. Jim Gibbons, who visited the shelter and toured the area by helicopter on Saturday, said the canal was not full at the time of the breech. (KCRA 3, CA)
Panel Members Discuss Ways to Lower Nevada Prison Growth Jan 4, 2008
Members of the state Advisory Commission on the Administration of Justice says a key part of that effort will be to convince Gov. Jim Gibbons in advance of the 2009 legislative session to improve funding for such programs in the budget he sends lawmakers. Sen. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
FORECAST: SILVER STATE '08 Jan 2, 2008
Slumping tax revenue last year created a massive budget shortfall, forcing Gov. Jim Gibbons to consider cutting government spending over the next two years. These cuts are expected to have a profound impact on K-12 education, the university system and social services for the poor, the elderly and the mentally ill. (Las Vegas Sun)
In hard-hit Nevada Casinos raise hopes of housing comeback Dec 30, 2007
The projected 440 million tax shortfall from all sources over the two-year budget period to mid-2009 pushed Gov. Jim Gibbons to plan for a 4. 5 percent across-the-board budget cut. (Montana Standard, MT)
For sound bites, they're go-to guys Dec 28, 2007
Memorable bit of punditry: As Gov. Jim Gibbons faced negative stories in The Wall Street Journal, Gibbons publicly aired a theory that Democrats were paying for the negative coverage. Green told the Las Vegas Review-Journal: "What Gibbons is doing is sounding like a guy broadcasting from his bedroom on public access on the far end of the AM dial in Buttflap, Alabama.". (Las Vegas Sun)
LOOKING IN ON: EDUCATION Dec 27, 2007
In fact, to many educators Gov. Jim Gibbons is bearing a striking resemblance to a notorious Dr. Seuss holiday character. "I think the word is 'Grinch,' " said one central office administrator, who asked not to be identified. (Las Vegas Sun)
States chop '08 spending plans Dec 26, 2007
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons told state agencies to prepare for 8% budget cuts outside of education and prisons. Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine wants to spend $261 million of a $1. (USA Today)
Gibbons' first year: A bumpy solo ride Dec 24, 2007
Gov. Jim Gibbons had received the first tax data and the picture was grim. The report showed far less money than needed heading to the state's bank account. (Las Vegas Sun)
Lawmaker questions Gibbons secrecy Dec 21, 2007
A key Nevada lawmaker is questioning a court ruling enabling Gov. Jim Gibbons to hide details of proposed budget cuts and promises to work to close legal loopholes that can be used to defend the secrecy. Sheila Leslie, vice-chairwoman of the Assembly Ways and Means Committee, also said Democratic leaders of the Assembly would support an appeal of Carson City District Judge Todd Russell's ruling Tuesday that favored the Republican governor. (KRNV.com, NV)
Gibbons meets with school superintendents Dec 21, 2007
Gov. Jim Gibbons meeting with the state's school superintendents was intended to discuss the ramifications of budget cuts on education. Gibbons last week reversed his decision to exempt Nevada's school districts and public safety agencies from the cuts, saying the burden of the declining tax revenue was falling too heavily on services for the state's needy. (KRNV.com, NV)
Concerned Community Gathers in Las Vegas For Budget Vigil Dec 20, 2007
Governor Jim Gibbons announced this week that given Nevada's economic downturn, grades K through 12 will not be spared from the chopping block as was originally planned. "This is devastating because the district is already in a cut mode. So what programs are going to be cut? What do you eliminate now that you're in the middle," asked Ronzone Elementary principal Cathy Conger. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Speedway Condo Project Killed After Nellis Objects Dec 20, 2007
Even Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons testified in support of killing the speedway condo project. "You don't really want to start encroaching on the base because you put it at risk for closure, for moving to some other place. That is $4.2 billion to our economy that this base represents to Clark County, Las Vegas and the state of nevada. That is very important," said Gov. Jim Gibbons. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
UT group opposes coal plants Dec 20, 2007
On Wednesday, Dana Clark, co-founder of Utah Moms for Clean Air, said the alliance will soon be sending Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons, a Republican, a letter stating the coalition's opposition to using coal as an energy source. Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment is also a member of the clean air alliance. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Parents Protest Proposed Education Budget Cuts Dec 20, 2007
Parents and education advocates staged quiet protests across Nevada against Governor Jim Gibbons' proposed budget cuts for K-12 education funding. Governor Gibbons says he needs to make 4 1/2 percent budget cuts across the board to offset a budget shortfall. (KRNV.com, NV)
Social Service Advocates Testify Against Budget Cuts Dec 19, 2007
Dozens of activists spoke in front of the legislative committee on health care Tuesday in Carson City, testifying passionately about the effects of Governor Jim Gibbons' proposed budget cuts. From medical services for newborns to home-care for the elderly, virtually everyone who attended the meeting had the same question: in a state which already ranks among the lowest in the nation for funding vital social service programs, why are Nevadans in need facing further budget cuts. (KRNV.com, NV)
Celine Dion says farewell to Las Vegas Dec 18, 2007
There were maybe a hundred people and a handful of media there, all invited by Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons, so he could thank Dion for what she had done for his state. "She's been more than a box-office success," he began, "she's transformed the whole notion of what Las Vegas is about.". (Toronto Star)
Panel considers making wildfire prevention a top priority at Tahoe Dec 17, 2007
-- Wildfire prevention would become a top priority at Lake Tahoe under a proposal being considered by a panel formed by California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons. Some members of the California-Nevada Tahoe Basin Fire Commission said the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's compact should be changed to include fire prevention as a top goal. (North County Times)
