Hacienda reopens; transformation begins

With its purchase of the Hacienda complete and renovations underway, Nevada Restaurant Services Inc., the parent company of Dotty’s, has reopened the hotel and casino on U.S. Highway 93.

Firefighters grateful for food drive support

The Boulder City Fire Department would like to offer special thanks to all who helped with donations during the annual holiday food drive this year.

Eagles’ flag football team remains undefeated

The Boulder City flag football team remains unbeaten and is one of only two teams in Clark County among 34 in the sport that has yet to lose a game.

Alternate bypass route would save money, vistas

I was surprised by the absence of letters to the editor expressing concern or opposition to the proposed opening of sizable plots of city lands for economic development along the future Interstate 11 bypass of our city, such as at the junction of I-11 and U.S. Highway 95.

Sale of Hacienda finalized

The Nevada Gaming Commission on Thursday approved a gaming license for Nevada Restaurant Services Inc., which is remodeling the Hacienda into Hoover Dam Lodge, a national park-style lodge overlooking Lake Mead.

Special Visitor to Oaklane

Preschoolers at Oaklane Academy enjoyed an early Christmas present: a visit from Santa Claus.

Holiday closures

Federal offices: Closed New Year’s Day

Boulder City Senior Center

Hours of operation: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday to Friday at 813 Arizona St., 702-293-3320. Visit the center’s website at www.seniorcenterbouldercity.org.

Being against now ranks as a political value

U.S. Sen. Harry Reid of Nevada, the Democratic floor leader, last week got some attention for praising his colleague Rand Paul of Kentucky, a symbol of libertarian conservatism.

Police Blotter

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Community Briefs

January musical celebration to benefit area charities

Tree recycling program launched

The beautiful Christmas tree that adorns your home can continue to be green once the holiday season has passed.

Busy year highlights mission to protect, serve

The year 2013 winds down! Who would have thought? We made it. As the blue and red lights shut down and the patrol day comes to an end, we unavoidably stroll toward the closure of 2013. During the past patrol year, we’ve shared many stories together: some good, some bad, some funny, some sad. So, in the final 2013 Boulder City Police Department blotter, I’d like to share my perceptions; I hope they make sense.

Letters to the editor

Many contributed to Angel Tree’s success

News briefs

Hafen among University of Kansas fall 2013 candidates for degree

GoatFeathers’ owner to sell, lease business

The owner of GoatFeathers and GoatFeathers Too, which closed suddenly Dec. 8, said he is considering selling or leasing the businesses.

Tea party has been GOP’s savior, not albatross

The Republican Empire, led by Lord McConnell and Darth Boehner, isn’t taking primary challenges by tea party insurgents lying down, and an all-out intra-GOP war is breaking out.

Garrett vice principal to trade students for soldiers

Just like the students at Garrett Junior High School, Vice Principal Ron Kastelein is looking forward to his two-week winter break. But unlike the students who will head back to campus when their vacations are over, Kastelein will be heading to Fort Dix in New Jersey.

Bowlers solidify quest for state championship

The Boulder City boys bowling team started the season as the favorite to win the state championship. They took another step to solidify that position when they defeated two-­time defending state champion Southeast Career Technical Academy on Dec. 16 at Boulder Bowl.

Diamondbacks win softball tourney

The Boulder City Diamondbacks fast-pitch softball team captured the Henderson Girls Softball Association’s 12 ­and younger Winter Classic Championship Tournament Dec. 1. They also placed second in the Fall Fling 15 team tournament Nov. 23 at Majestic Park in Las Vegas.

View from hospital bed inspires recovery

I’m sorry if you missed my column last month. I had a heart attack requiring a triple bypass. Luckily, I was visiting a friend on the west side of Las Vegas who is a retired firefighter and who knew exactly what to do in this situation.

2013 brings changes to city, along with tragedy

It has been a year of ups and downs, shocking news, some tragedy and big changes to the city and some businesses. We don’t know what’s in store for 2014, but here’ a look at the top 10 stories from 2013.

Annual passes for Lake Mead now available

For those still searching for a holiday gift, Lake Mead National Recreation Area 2014 annual vehicle and vessel passes are now on sale.

GoatFeathers’ owner accepting sales offers

The owner of GoatFeathers and GoatFeathers Too, which closed suddenly Dec. 8, said he is considering selling or leasing the businesses.

Lady Eagles find bit of help from Lady Luck

First, the Boulder City girls basketball team was good. Then it was lucky. Twice.

Convention poses tough choices for GOP

The Nevada Republican Party is preparing a bid to bring the 2016 Republican National Convention to Las Vegas, and some party figures are concerned that the — how do I put this? — unconventional or non­traditional lifestyle of Nevada’s largest city could steer national GOP officials to a safer venue.

St. Jude’s to receive free Toyota van

St. Jude’s Ranch for Children in Boulder City has put social media to “Good” use.

I really want peace on Earth for Christmas

Whether you believe me or not, I’ve never, not once, asked for any specific gift for Christmas. I got what I got, and that’s how it was.

Memoir exposes abuse allegations

A new memoir tenderly paints a shocking picture of childhood sexual abuse in a Boulder City Mormon household.

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