City approves plans for banquet facility

The City Council denied a neighbor’s appeal May 6 of a rooftop deck for a proposed banquet facility at an old house at 553 California Ave., something that was approved under a conditional use permit by the city Planning Commission in April.

Letters to the Editor

Thanks to everyone of ‘Power Generation’

As expected, swim teams dominate to take titles

The Boulder City boys and girls swim teams capped off their strong 2013 seasons by winning their state title team meets.

How do you like them apples?

A tractor-trailer tipped over May 16 about 1:10 p.m. because of high speed while trying to merge southbound onto U.S. Highway 95 from the U.S. 95/93 junction, according to a transportation official.

Crossing back over line into land of malady

Well, it is that time again. Time to find out if this guy here is holding the emperor of maladies at bay, or if, well, not.

Yes, Boulder City does have talent to spare

The fourth annual BC’s Got Talent competition Saturday at the library amphitheater showcased a wide variety of home-spun talent from classical music to modern hip-hop dance.

Logan overcomes early struggles

The two-day state golf tournament did not start off as well as Luke Logan had hoped.

Pet of the Week

Spring Story Time has arrived at the Boulder City Library, 701 Adams Blvd. Every Wednesday during May is preschool story time for ages 2-5 from 10-10:30 a.m., followed by toddler story time from 10:30-11 a.m. for youngsters 36 months and younger.

Use caution, safety tips when barbecuing

As I look at my calendar and see the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, I am reminded of longer days, ice cream truck music, baseball, swimming and that most glorious of all-American family activities, the barbecue.

Faiss recognized as Distinguished Nevadan by university regents

Since 1959, the University Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education has bestowed the Distinguished Nevadan Award to prominent individuals who have made significant achievements contributing to the cultural, scientific or social advancement of the state.

Baseball earns runner-up at state tournament

In a game with little room for error, the Eagles baseball team just made too many mistakes in the 1-A state championship game.

Clean sweep: Swim teams dominate regionals

The Boulder City boys and girls swim teams won in convincing and expected fashion Saturday sweeping every swimming event en route to duel Division 1-A Southern Regional titles at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Natatorium.

17 BC athletes qualify for state track and field meet

The Boulder City boys and girls track and field teams advanced 14 athletes to 14 events for the Division 1-A State Championship Meets that begin Friday and conclude Saturday at Silverado High in Las Vegas.

By being alert we can prevent being hurt

About a week ago my husband and I received a computer email message from some casual friends. In it, the couple stated that they were in London and had been robbed of everything except their passports. They asked if we could send them enough money to get back home to the U.S.

Reid ticks off both sides of gun debate

When it comes to the political shooting gallery of gun control, these days it seems just about everyone’s taking aim at Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.

Music will play on until 11 during block party

When The Dillinger Food & Drinkery block party starts creeping on into the night Saturday, organizers will not have to worry about the event’s music being shut down prematurely.

Time for Democrats to get tough on Obama

In January, a man named George Gund died in Palm Springs, Calif. Gund was a resident of Lee in Elko County. He provided the funding for the very first Cowboy Poetry Gathering and sat on the board of Elko’s Western Folklife Center.

Only one anti-Internet tax camp in all of Carson City

Turns out there’s only one elected representative in the entire Nevada Legislature who got the Internet tax issue (SJR5) correct. Every other legislator voted to force out-of-state companies to suck “use” taxes (since you intend to “use” the product in your home state) out of your pocket for online purchases despite myriad reasons not to do so.

Police Blotter

May 7, 3:31 p.m.

Sting captures six in stolen guns, drug sweep

The family who allegedly deals in stolen guns and sells drugs together gets to go to jail together.

Leave water balloons at home this Fourth of July

Hello ladies and gentlemen. In less then two months we will be celebrating the birthday of this great nation. First, as Americans we have much to be thankful for. Second, as Boulder City residents we are blessed, still maintaining the true essence of small town America.

Pet of the Week

Spring Story Time has arrived at the Boulder City Library, 701 Adams Blvd. Every Wednesday during May is preschool story time for ages 2-5 from 10-10:30 a.m., followed by toddler story time from 10:30-11 a.m. for youngsters 36 months and younger.

Eagles earn state berth by beating Moapa

Two things made the Eagles’ state berth-clinching game May 9 extra special for senior Tino Ragone.

Henderson man jumps from dam bypass bridge

A man took his life by jumping off the Hoover Dam bypass bridge early Saturday , the fifth confirmed suicide from the bridge.

Fifth-graders to celebrate DARE graduation

In the early 1980s America got its first taste of the war on drugs. Drug use, gang activity and violence were on the rise, and the increased use of cocaine and crack cocaine was blamed. It didn’t take long for parents, teachers and police departments across the nation to recognize the need for early intervention.

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