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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1998
Page
2
Law enforcement raids shut down eight liner gaming sites offering prizes under five dollars while a Texas judge allowed local prosecutions for criminal violations. Some players were cited or offered immunity. investigations continue across Panhandle area venues and agencies.
Record heat continues as a strong upper level ridge drives temperatures higher and dryness. The NWS notes only 0.12 inch of rain in June so far, far below the 2.78 inch norm. TDH reissues precautions to avoid heat illness, including never leaving anyone or a pot in a parked vehicle, drinking fluids, avoiding alcohol caffeine and high sugar drinks, and planning strenuous outdoor work for cooler times.
Local leaders react to the Energy Department decision on siting a pit disassembly and conversion plant for surplus plutonium. Officials at Savannah River and Pantex welcome their roles but debate the selection. Dayton area voices express disappointment while others say MOX could still come to their site.
Ms Cadillac and 12 other players report a county sting at 5901 Bell St as officers ticketed 14 high rollers and emptied machines amid no arrests. They plan to appeal to Randall County Judge Phil Woodall while noting penalties of up to 500 dollars for gambling. Officers justified action, calling it a crackdown on illegal gaming.
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