Zest for life

In May, the Queen Mum was crowned. If you missed the news, you may have been out of town, like Beverley Christensen was when she was voted Queen Mum for the BC Hoover Hatters, a chapter of the Red Hat Society.

Start of school brings plentiful activities

There are just a few more precious days of the summer break before children head back to school Monday morning.

Quarterback squared equals winning combination

There’s no arguing about who is the better quarterback. Each will reply that he or she is.

Coach anticipates strong cross-country team

Despite graduating four of the top runners in the program, Boulder City High’s boys and girls cross-country teams are again poised to have successful seasons when they start Sunrise League competition in September.

Community Briefs

Blood drive set for Saturday at Elks Lodge

Canyon’s North Rim has great views, fewer crowds

Grand Canyon National Park is visited by nearly 5 million people a year and, not surprisingly, many complain it’s crowded. But you don’t have to endure that; because the vast majority of those millions gaze upon the canyon from its South Rim. Those who choose the North Rim get much more elbow room.

Few extra minutes can make a difference

Ring! Ring! Ring! Wake up! Come on, let’s get going; we’re going to be late. Where are we going? You don’t remember? We have an appointment. An appointment with whom? It will change your life. Again, who is the appointment with? It’s an appointment with tragedy!

An eye on history

Tucked inside a family-owned optometry office lies one of Henderson’s best-kept secrets.

Senior Center

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

Police Blotter

Aug. 12, 3:52 p.m.

News Brief

Park Service seeks comment on Boulder City bypass

Local Golf Results

Tournaments for those 55 or older are held the first Thursday of the month.

Letters to the Editor

America’s family farmers need protection

Zero-based budgeting has controversial history

Fads come and go in government. Reorganization has happened half a dozen times in Nevada government in the past 40 years or so.

History will vindicate tea party

The media consensus is that the tea party lost big this GOP primary election cycle.

Partnership offers families promises of hope

I don’t know exactly how I heard about Family Promise of Las Vegas, a nonprofit organization that helps families move from the street, or their car, or crammed in with relatives or having the family separated and living in shelters. I do know that as each year passes, this organization and its volunteers bring comfort to many and enrich the entire community.

New commission bond to save Nevada about $1 million annually

Nevada will save close to $1 million per year after the Colorado River Commission and the state treasurer’s office issued a bond to cut debt related to Hoover Dam.

PGA Junior league to debut Sept. 2

A new PGA Junior Golf League will debut at Boulder Creek Golf Club with the hopes of helping junior golfers from all levels of experience learn the rules, etiquette and sportsmanship of the game.

Round-trip career steers Corbin to roots

Greg Corbin, director of the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Boulder City, is leaving for Carson City, the place where his career started 33 years ago.

Principal transfer leaves void

Kent Roberts has accepted a job as principal of Green Valley High School in Henderson, leaving a vacancy at Boulder City High School, according to the Clark County School District.

Latest police report details progress within department

Boulder City Police Chief Bill Conger emphasized the importance of community policing during his detailed report of the department at Tuesday’s City Council meeting.

Moderate climate attracts restaurant owner

Array

This article is part of an occasional series showcasing new businesses in town.

Service to others a priceless experience

Saturday, I walked a mile in their shoes. While I wasn’t really wearing someone else’s shoes, for a short time I pictured what it could be like to be homeless.

Deal inked to conserve Colorado River water

Water suppliers from the four largest communities served by the Colorado River have finalized an $11 million agreement to prop up the drought-stricken river by paying cities, farms and industrial operations to cut their use.

Dotty’s taverns are simply complex

The 160,000-square-foot North Las Vegas warehouse and headquarters of Nevada Restaurant Services — parent company of the Dotty’s chain of taverns — is a cross between Costco, Home Depot, a slot machine manufacturing plant and a direct-mail house.

Volleyball team uses camp to boost talent

The Boulder City girls volleyball team prepared for the upcoming season by attending the annual All-American Volleyball Camp held at Boulder City High School this week.

Look for signs of stroke

Living with a disability of any kind can be a struggle. Millions of Americans fight on a daily basis to keep up with their everyday routines.

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