Radio gold found at Trail’s End

ELKO — Some folks mourn the loss of a favorite hunting dog. Others sigh when a big-hearted horse passes on to eternal pastures. I’ve even heard of fellows that miss their ex-mothers-in-law.

Basketball team improves along with players’ health

The Eagles are getting healthier and recovering from injuries, and that is translating to better play on the court and important league wins.

Cinemas at Hacienda to close Sunday

Lakeview Cinemas at the Hacienda Casino will close Sunday, according to the theater’s owner/manager.

Mayor’s State of City address soars to new heights

Mayor Roger Tobler’s State of the City address Jan. 30 at Boulder Creek Golf Club went smoothly. But a surprise drone flight during the speech did not.

Every rose has its thorn

In his State of the City address Thursday evening, Mayor Roger Tobler told those assembled that the city’s state is pretty healthy.

Eagles bowlers win state championship

When the Division I-A State Bowling Tournament ended in February 2013, the Boulder City boys stood by and watched Tech celebrating and hoisting the championship trophy.

City’s suit against residents overturned

The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled that Boulder City wrongly sued six residents who circulated ballot initiative petitions in 2010 and ordered the case be dismissed.

Cat urine should not harm plants

Q: I have cats that use my raised beds instead of their litter box. I planned on using chicken wire to help keep them out in the spring. Is my soil ruined because of their urine and excrement? Does the ammonia from the urine alter the pH?

Police blotter

Jan. 19, 9:44 a.m.

Credit Union, El Rancho Boulder top city league

After four games El Rancho Boulder and Credit Union are both unbeaten and lead the Boulder City Parks &Recreation’s Men’s Basketball League.

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.

Teamwork keeps Lady Eagles in first place

Junior guard Alyssa Ybarra scored 26 points and made six steals to help Boulder City’s girls basketball team to a 58-49 home win over Virgin Valley Jan. 23. The Lady Eagles remain in first place in Division 1-A’s Sunrise League.

Self-interest trumps virtue every time

Last weekend, two rather interesting stories appeared on Page 1 of an edition of The New York Times.

Letters to the editor

Some voters’ decisions may be affected by news reporting

Joshua trees just part of park’s attraction

Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California may be named for a tree you can see closer to home, but it also offers some other attractions worth the 200 mile drive.

Additional charges filed in burglary case

Police have filed additional charges against a local woman who was arrested Jan. 12 on burglary-related charges.

Interact Club works to support troops

With nimble hands and puzzle-solving skills at the ready, about a dozen members of Boulder City High School’s Interact Club packed boxes filled with snacks, toiletries and other items for U.S. troops serving in Afghanistan.

GOP convention in Las Vegas: Old idea, new life

If anyone doesn’t think Republicans in Nevada are serious about bringing the 2016 Republican National Convention to Las Vegas, check out the extremely well-done “It’s what we do” video produced to woo the GOP’s decision-makers at the Republican National Committee at www.lasvegas2016.com.

Students help friend stand strong, raise funds

Family and friends of Giulian Grasso are holding a Stand With Giulian fundraiser Feb. 8 at Boulder City High School.

Community briefs

Sons of Norway potluck scheduled for Wednesday

Lady Eagles step up game, remain undefeated

The Boulder City girls flag football team played its closest game of the season and survived to remain unbeaten.

Nine parcels tapped for development

The City Council on Tuesday directed staff to lease or sell nine parcels as part of the city’s annual 2014 Land Management Plan implementation.

Esther Drive residence demolished

The 1313 Esther Drive residence where off-duty Las Vegas Police Lt. Hans Walters shot and killed his wife and 5-year-old son before setting the house on fire and turning the gun on himself last year has been demolished.

No excuse justifies breaking laws

What day is it? Where does the time go? The stopwatch of time has no pause button. As we hurry through our day we sometimes rationalize reasons to justify our actions. This week’s observations come after rather an unpretentious DUI arrest. The arrested driver asked repeatedly to be released.

Hospital praised for expanded services, job creation

Boulder City Hospital opened the doors Friday to its new 10-bed geriatric-behavioral center and 10-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation unit during a ceremony attended by those who helped the project come to fruition including Sen. Harry Reid.

Team behind Doodlebug is one to watch

I finally figured out what a Doodlebug is — sorta.

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