City not giving up on finding track operator

Some late interest in possibly operating the motocross park has prompted the city to put the operation and lease contract back out for bid.

Police chief changing department atmosphere

Police Chief Bill Conger updated the City Council Tuesday on improvements made to the police department since an audit presented a long list of staffing, organizational, communication and policy troubles.

Smoking ban bill pulled, likely for good

Facing mounting opposition from the community and city staff, supporters of the proposed indoor smoking ban asked the City Council on Tuesday to pull the item from consideration.

Police Blotter

Aug. 20, 9:03 p.m.

Be on lookout for early signs of strokes

Living with a disability of any kind can be a struggle. Millions of Americans fight on a daily basis to keep up with their daily routines. Disabilities can come in many different forms ranging from small to large, both mental and physical.

New park programs see recycling up, water bottle usage down

The recycling program at the Lake Mead National Recreation Area has seen a 20 percent increase in the past three months, the park service recently announced.

Perils of propaganda and presidents

During the Cold War, the U.S. government assembled a huge propaganda structure in its messianic efforts to combat communism behind the “iron curtain.” Voice of America and Radio Free Europe were the best known of these tools.

Entrepreneurship strong in BC despite many changes

So much is going on with our many businesses in Boulder City that it is hard to keep up. If someone leaves for a few weeks, he’ll need to take another look around the city once he returns. Many of our regular stores have moved, switched places, or have simply closed.

Smoking ban defeated without a vote

There may not have been a vote on the proposed smoking ban by the City Council on Tuesday night, but the defeat for the bill’s supporters was no less resounding.

Government has no business setting wages for private business

President Barack Obama recently declared that “no one who works full time in America should have to live in poverty.” His proposed solution is to “give” 15 million American workers a raise by increasing the federal government’s minimum wage.

Area 51 research center reopens, museum ready soon

A galvanized metal giant with the other-worldly noggin welcomes all peaceful beings from throughout the universe to the Alien Research Center, but mostly he’s expecting those traveling by automobile on state Route 375, also known as the Extraterrestrial Highway.

High school sports back in full swing

With the return of students to the classroom this week, it also marks the return of high school athletes to competition.

Rebuilding Eagles take to gridiron Friday

A varsity football roster with only six seniors and 25 athletes could be cause for concern. But Boulder City head coach Alex Kazel sees an opportunity for building.

Volleyball starts season with annual tournament

The starting lineup for the Boulder City girls’ volleyball team that begins its season tomorrow in the Las Vegas Invitational at Las Vegas High probably will be quite different from the one that heads into the regular season a week later.

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Project Care builds patio for elderly woman

An 82-year-old widow, who wishes to remain anonymous, read an article in the Boulder City Review explaining the city’s amnesty program for building projects erected without a permit and went to building official Ron Nybo to apply for a permit for a patio cover.

Cross-country teams begin practice for fall season

The sun has barely peeked over the mountains to the east, but at Broadbent Park, a group of athletes is stretching and preparing for their morning run.

Lady Eagles participate in volleyball camp at BC High School

More than two dozen girls competed Aug. 12-14 in the All-American Volleyball Camp at Boulder City High School hoping to get an edge to help them later this month when the season begins.

Railroad Pass’ Watch and Wager Sports Lounge opens today

For Curt Thompson, the executive director at the historic Railroad Pass , ideas to improve this iconic property never come short. Thompson is well aware that his hotel is the gateway between Boulder City and Las Vegas.

City handles business license compliance

A recent letter to the editor commented on city business license practices, and the Boulder City Review went to Jim Petrie, the utility billing and collections supervisor and license officer, to look into the practices.

Leadership program helps Mitchell students excel

Principal Benjamin Day continues the third year of The Leader in Me youth leadership program at Mitchell Elementary School.

Dropping water level exacts costs

A dropping Lake Mead water level is forcing marina operators and the National Park Service to spend large amounts of money maintaining the lake’s accessibility.

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