Denton daughter awarded fellowship for book project

Boulder City-raised journalist and author Sally Denton will be returning to town next year to write a book about the Bechtel Corp., a company involved with the building of Hoover Dam that has grown to one of the largest contractors in the world.

Boys soccer looks to keep playoff streak alive

Despite graduating 13 seniors, Boulder City boys soccer coach Frank Pimentel thinks the five players returning are good enough to extend the program’s streak of eight straight playoff appearances.

Businesses say bypass would cripple tourism

The congestion and pollution from truck and automobile traffic traveling through Boulder City on U.S. Highway 93 may soon be a thing of the past.

Track star Tyson Gay tests positive for banned substance

American 100-meter record holder Tyson Gay, who had promoted himself as a clean athlete, tested positive for a banned substance and said he will pull out of the world championships next month in Moscow.

Water-balloonless event pleases city

After a publicity campaign by the city, not one water balloon was seen thrown during the Damboree Parade on July Fourth.

New Review website up and running

Boulder City Review recently launched an all-new website design that will make it easier for readers to navigate and sign up for subscriptions.

Boulder City bypass could open in late 2017

One door closes, and another one opens for the Boulder City bypass. A fuel-tax bill passed in the state Legislature would fund the second phase of the bypass, according to Fred Ohene, assistant general manager for the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada.

Community works as one to locate missing man

Thank you! Boulder City residents should pat themselves on the back. The Damboree Parade went off without a hitch or a balloon. Everyone respected the “no water balloons” request. No calls, complaints or citations over the water balloon issue. Thanks BC!

Steps to take when living with seizures

A problem that affects people of all ages is seizures. If you have never seen someone have a seizure, the first time can be intimidating. You are left feeling hopeless and helpless.

City, skydiving company clear concerns after six-year battle

Skydive Las Vegas’ six-year battle with the Boulder City Airport ended in April when the business was deemed a low-risk operation by the Federal Aviation Administration. But another battle lingers for Skydive Las Vegas owner Brent Bruckner.

Press promotes discord in coverage

After the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on the Voting Rights Act on June 25, Nevada’s U.S. Sen. Harry Reid issued a statement calling the decision “extreme judicial activism” that was “wrongly decided and will unjustly threaten the right to vote for millions of Americans across this country.”

Living with houseplants clears the air

Lowly houseplants may take a backseat to their hardy outdoor cousins when it comes to size. However, even a master gardener cannot deny their important place in our lives.

Protecting businesses when bypass opens

State transportation officials told the City Council on Tuesday that the Boulder City bypass could open by late 2017.

Applying the rules of holes to immigration debate

The fight over “comprehensive” immigration reform in Congress isn’t so much between Democrats and Republicans as it is between conservatives and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.

Briefs for July 11

The summer reading program, “Dig Into Reading,” runs through Aug. 8 Call Kimberly Diehm, youth services librarian, at 293-1281 for more information. The Boulder City Library is at 701 Adams Blvd.

Methodist pastor works within community of all faiths

When Sandy Stratton Johnson took over the leadership of the Boulder City United Methodist Church last year, one of her biggest challenges was to grow the church.

Chicago man’s body recovered at Lake Mead

The body of a Chicago man was recovered last week at Lake Mead, 13 days after he went missing.

Lake Mead Park Service wins prestigious film award

The recently renovated Alan Bible Visitors Center at Lake Mead National Recreation Area has another reason to shine besides the new lighting fixtures and walkway.

Eagles to spend majority of season on road

The Boulder City football team enjoyed one of its best seasons in years last season, despite joining a new league and playing some larger schools.

BC swimmers help win four relay events at LA invite

Six Boulder City swimmers from the Heatwave swim club did well in open competition July 5-7 in the Los Angeles Invitational in Irvine, Calif.

Recovery team arrives early for morning-after cleanup

At 5:30 a.m. on July 5, families who parked their cars and RVs at Boulder City’s Veterans Memorials Park could be seen filing out of the grassy fields one by one. Confetti and used up fireworks littered the ground like they dropped from the sky like rain.

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