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• CRISS ANGEL RETURNS TO SILVERTON CASINO LODGE’S 117,000-GALLON AQUARIUM TO CHEAT DEATH A SECOND TIME
  Mindfreak star Criss Angel returns to Silverton Casino Lodge to attempt an extremely dangerous Houdini-styled escape while submerged underwater in the resort’s 117,000-gallon aquarium.
  
  Sunday, Dec. 16 5 p.m.
  
  Silverton Casino Lodge 3333 Blue Diamond Rd
  
  Las Vegas, NV 89139 Master illusionist Criss Angel returns to Silverton Casino Lodge to cheat death a second time by performing a hazardous Houdini-styled escape. This will be Angel’s second attempt at the submerged escape.
  
  In March 2007, Angel was forced to abandon the perilous escape when he almost failed to break free from handcuffs, metal chains and foot restraints while stuck at the bottom of Silverton Casino Lodge’s 117,000-gallon aquarium. Cheating death with only minor cuts on his back thanks to the rocks in the shark and stingray populated tank, Angel vowed he would return and successfully complete the stunt.
• BERKLEY: YUCCA MOUNTAIN FIGHT GOES ON
  Nevada Challenge to Electronic Document Database Rejected
  
  (December 12, 2007 -- Washington, D.C.) Congresswoman Shelley Berkley (D-NV) today released the following statement in response to a ruling by an NRC board rejecting a challenge by the State of Nevada to certification of an electronic document database that will be used during hearings on a license for Yucca Mountain. Berkley’s statement stresses that while the challenge to DOE’s document certification was unsuccessful, the fight against the proposed radioactive waste dump continues at all levels. Berkley’s statement is as follows:
  
  "While Nevada did not win this particular challenge, the fight to stop Yucca Mountain is far from over. Nevada families remain overwhelmingly opposed to Yucca Mountain because of the danger the dump represents. This ruling does not change that fact, nor does it address the threat to 50 million Americans from shipments of toxic radioactive waste headed to Yucca Mountain. Nevada and our allies are up against a White House that has shown a willingness to bend the rules and we cannot afford to let our guard down or to ignore any opportunity to challenge President Bush's dangerous Yucca Mountain plan. DOE’s failure to post these key documents related to Yucca Mountain could not go unchallenged, even if we did not ultimately prevail this time around. We will continue to make our voices heard and to fight for fair treatment during this process, something that should already be guaranteed under the law, but remains an issue with the Bush administration,” said Congresswoman Shelley Berkley (D-NV)
• THE SCINTAS, KAT RAY PERFORM TO HELP KIDS DREAMS COME TRUE THIS CHRISTMAS At "Wish Upon A Star Show"
  The lovely voice of Kat Ray and the multi-talented skills of The Scintas will lead a parade of local stars onto the stage for the "Wish Upon A Star" Holiday Musical
  
  Sunday, December 9 at the West Las Vegas Library Theater. 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89106 The show will begin at 6:00 p.m. $25 per person
  
  The "Wish Upon A Star" program is an effort by the Black Music Association to involve the stars of the strip into the lives of those who are in need during the Christmas season. "These children have debilitating illnesses, depression and financial hardships that could make life difficult. Somehow they keep moving through life with a dream, a dream that things will be just great someday. The courage they exhibit is fascinating, " said Tshlene Henreid, event producer.
  
  Clark County Commissioner Lawrence Weekly will also present a wish to one of the children.
  
  Also hitting the stage will be Kat Ray, a legendary jazz performer who has been a staunch leader in issues concerning children for quite sometime. "Children are the future of all of we have to offer. Sick, healthy, poor or wealthy, we have to help whenever we can, however we can, " said Ray.
  
  Other entertainers from the strip include 88.1 radio star "Galaxy" Glenn; jazz songstress Genevieve; Laurence T an R&B crooner; Riyah, who is one of the hottest young stars in Las Vegas; plus neo-soul performers Regina Ford and Stephanie Anderson.
  
  The Musical will actually feature the children in acting roles, and as models in a huge grand finale. Tickets are still available and sponsorships are still welcome. Please call (702) 979-4139 to get involved.
• City of Las Vegas Trailhead Project Celebration Planned For Saturday
  Councilman Larry Brown plans to celebrate completion of a $1.4 million equestrian trailhead project located at the far west end of Alexander Road at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 8. The event will take place where Alexander Road ends to the west of the 215 Beltway, just west of Cliff Shadows Parkway in Ward 4. The 5-acre trailhead features a large horse trailer chat parking lot, horse rail and waterer, a stepping block and a small paved parking lot along with a picnic shelter and table, restrooms and a drinking fountain.
  
  “The horse trail that comes up along Alexander Road will stop at our new trailhead,” Brown said. “This is just the beginning, as we are planning to build a park and another trailhead in this area, to expand the venues available to trail users.”
  
  The trailhead project was managed by the city of Las Vegas Department of Public Works, with CG&B as the contractor. Work started in June. Funding is provided by the Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act.
  
  Who: Las Vegas Councilman Larry Brown
  
  What: Officially opens the new trailhead
  
  When: 10 a.m., Saturday, December 8
  
  Event Locale: North on U.S. Hwy. 95 to Summerlin Parkway West on Summerlin Pkwy to the 215 Beltway North on 215 Beltway to Cheyenne/Cliff Shadows exit West and north on Cliff Shadows to Alexander Road West on Alexander to the end of the road
• Governor Mitt Romney To Deliver Address Titled "Faith In America"
  On Thursday, December 6, Governor Mitt Romney will travel to College Station, Texas, to deliver an address titled "Faith in America" at the George Bush Presidential Library.
  
  Governor Romney will be introduced by former President George H.W. Bush.
  
  9:30 a.m. Governor Romney Delivers Speech at George Bush Presidential Library
  
• Hillary Clinton Delivers Major Economic Policy Address in New York, NY TOMORROW
  Hillary Clinton will deliver a major economic policy address in New York, NY tomorrow, Wednesday, December 5 at 2:00 p.m. EST at the NASDAQ Marketsite.
  
  For those unable to attend in New York, NY, you may listen to the speech via telephone by RSVPing to press@hillaryclinton.com .
  
  Wednesday, December 5 New York, NY
  
  2:00 p.m. EST Clinton Delivers Major Economic Policy Speech NASDAQ Marketsite Press Conference Area Second Floor 4 Times Square 43rd Street and Broadway New York, NY
  
  
• Major Gen. Paul Eaton to Tour Nevada, Campaign for Clinton This Week
  Gen. Eaton to Meet with Nevadans; Extol Clinton’s Commitment to Restoring America’s Global Standing
  
  Retired U.S. Army Major General Paul Eaton will tour the Silver State this week, sitting down with Nevadans to discuss Senator Clinton’s leadership, strength and vision for a stronger America, as well as her commitment to restoring America’s standing in the world. The multiple-day tour kicks off this Tuesday, December 4, as Gen. Eaton participates in special neighborhood events in Las Vegas and Pahrump.
  
  The following day, Wednesday, December 5, Gen. Eaton will headline neighborhood meetings in Caliente, Overton and Mesquite, before heading north to Reno and Carson City on Thursday, December 6.
  
  At these special community meetings, Gen. Eaton will share his experiences training the Iraqi army, brief Nevadans on the current state of international affairs and explain why Senator Clinton is the one candidate with the poise, courage and depth of understanding to restore America’s standing in the world. All events are free and open to the public.
  
  Major General Paul Eaton attended West Point, and as a major and lieutenant colonel was assigned to key battalion and brigade staff positions in the old 9th Infantry Division, then on the I Corps staff. In 2000, he was assigned to return as a brigadier general to lead the creation of the Army’s new Stryker brigades. He held the Office of Security Transition Commanding General, and was in charge of training the Iraqi military from 2003 to 2004.
  
  Gen. Eaton has been an outspoken critic of the Bush administration’s failure to produce a comprehensive post-invasion plan. Tuesday, December 4, 2007 Las Vegas and Pahrump
  
  11:00 a.m. PST A Conversation with Major General Paul Eaton and Caucus Training Home of Jim and Betty Bishop 3890 Tumbleweed Ave Las Vegas, NV 89121
  
  2:00 p.m. PST A Conversation with Major General Paul Eaton and Caucus T