Residents urged to show support for school at board meeting

The Clark County School District School Board will decide if Boulder City High School receives funding for new classrooms in its Oct. 9 meeting, which will be held at 2832 E. Flamingo Road in Las Vegas.

Baby’s dash into world surprises parents

The newest addition to Roberto Andrade and Kendra Budd’s family might have a future as a sprinter on a track team — especially if his birth is any indication.

Police Blotter

Sept. 23, 8:51 a.m.

Parades, floats all part of big week

Monday is the start of homecoming week at Boulder City High.

Republicans woo, alarm voters with rhetoric

Since his ignominious departure from the U.S. Senate, the name of Nevada’s John Ensign has seldom appeared in political news coverage. Republicans wanted to forget him. And he didn’t cut enough of a figure in Congress for Democrats to keep his memory alive for their own propaganda purposes.

VA secretary strives to boost medical personnel

Last month I wrote that there was more to come concerning the new Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert A. McDonald. At a press conference at the VA medical facility in North Las Vegas this past summer, I asked him how he planned to bring in new doctors when the government pays much less than the private sector. He said he was considering a plan to help pay off student loans if medical doctor interns would sign up with the VA, but he gave no details.

Seniot 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.

Community Briefs

American Legion’s monthly meeting Tuesday

Officers appreciate ever-vigilant residents

The media and news stories present real life in the bleakest of moments. Tragedy, despair, hateful ignorance or intolerance, you pick. I couldn’t help it; I wonder where did accountability, respect and following the rules go?

Plan to pipe in water springs new leak

The Southern Nevada Water Authority’s expensive plan to pipe water from Northern Nevada and western Utah to Las Vegas Valley spigots appears to have sprung another leak.

Bypass not threatened by asbestos

The naturally occurring asbestos that delayed construction of the Boulder City bypass for months is no longer an issue, and construction is expected to begin in the spring, according to the Regional Transportation Commission and the Nevada Transportation Department.

BCHS one step closer to modernization

Long overdue upgrades could finally be coming to Boulder City High School after the Clark County School District’s Bond Oversight Committee recommended Sept. 18 that the school receive the funding for new classrooms.

City renames street near high school Eagles Drive

Bill Rackey is a proud graduate of Boulder City High School and fought to change the street named School Drive to Eagles Drive, which the City Council passed during its Tuesday meeting.

Flags a symbol of love for BC woman

When people wear their hearts on their sleeves it generally means their feelings and emotions are out there for everyone to see.

Sausages to be king at Wurstfest

It is the best of times. It is the wurst of times.

Ride on Route 66 transforms lives of wounded warriors

Traveling along Route 66 can be a life-changing experience. It’s the Mother Road, one of the first highways built in the United States and passes by some of the nation’s most recognized landmarks.

Press association lauds BCR’s general excellence

The Boulder City Review received nine awards, including first place for general excellence, Saturday night during the Nevada Press Association’s 2014 Better Newspaper Contest.

Lend A Hand receives Point of Light Award

Lend A Hand of Boulder City was given the 2014 Governor’s Point of Light Award in the nonprofit and community volunteer category during the Nevada Volunteers luncheon last week.

News Briefs

Ficarra named publisher

BCHS Eagles defeat Del Sol Dragons

The Boulder City football players were challenged by head coach Alex Kazel to come out it in their first league game and prove themselves against an unbeaten opponent.

Eureka’s wealth comes from more than mines

When the smoke from its busy ore smelters covered half the Diamond Mountains with a prosperous shroud, Eureka was known as “the Pittsburgh of the West.” That was a high compliment in the 1800s.

Lady Eagles tennis still unbeaten in league play

Melissa O’Berto, Arianne Hess and Natalia Fullmer each went 3-0 in singles to lead Boulder City’s girls tennis team to a 15-3 victory over visiting Sunrise Mountain in a league match Sept. 17.

Strategy pays off for Lady Eagles

For the fourth consecutive season, the Boulder City girls volleyball team began the season on the road in the prestigious Las Vegas Invitational, looking for experience in competitive matches against larger schools.

Take active role in your health care

Taking special care of your health, particularly after the age of 60, will help you ward off illnesses before their onset and also will help prepare your body to fight the illnesses that may not be prevented. After age 60, hidden health dangers such as heart attack, stroke, cancer, osteoporosis, lung disorders and infectious diseases are more prevalent, and can appear with little warning.

Stepping up by stepping out

During the past few weeks, the day shift has implemented a foot patrol detail. This program will become one of our department’s cornerstones.

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.

Community Briefs

Community Club to kick off season with lunch

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