Now is the time to get involved

I’ve heard many variations on the idea that you shouldn’t complain unless you are willing to do something to create a solution.

Locals remember ‘Miss Amy’ for smile

A line of flowers rests upon the wine-red gate in front of the Boulder Theatre just underneath pairs of ballet slippers signed by the little girls who once wore them.

Tobler: City poised for bright future

In his final State of the City address, Mayor Roger Tobler touted the importance of the Interstate 11 project and commended city staff for helping to reduce Boulder City’s debt at an expedient rate.

Film fest not ‘short’ on quality

Although far removed from the bright lights of Hollywood, normally quiet Boulder City becomes a busy hub for filmmakers each February as hundreds of short films are screened during the annual Dam Short Film Festival.

City to put spending initiative on ballot

Boulder City residents will determine if the city can spend as much as $1 million annually from the capital improvement fund to maintain and improve city facilities and infrastructure.

Winning streak intact

The winning streak continues.

Lady Eagles rely on teamwork to win

Much of the season the Boulder City girls basketball team has relied on its big three players to score points, get tough rebounds and control the game’s tempo. But in recent weeks, a second group of players has stepped to fill the roles necessary to make a run in the playoffs and return to the state tournament.

Eagles look to repeat as state champions

Boulder City High School’s boys bowling team stormed into the postseason with a shot to repeat as state champions after closing out the regular season with a 36-point winning streak.

Origin of name at sites at Lake Mead lost to history

The name crops up in several prominent places at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, from its busiest boat harbor to the road and the wash leading down to it. There is even a park in Boulder City, popular among grazing bighorn sheep, that bears the Hemenway name.

Utah tournament tests wrestlers’ mettle

Team Boulder coach Jim Cox warned his wrestlers ahead of time to be ready for their toughest tournament of the season. The Great Basin Grapple in Delta, Utah, on Saturday proved to be just that.

Sports Brief

Boulder City boy advances to

Republican Leaders

Courtesy photo

Letters to the editor

Repairs in 10 minutes not what they seem

News Briefs

Christmas tree recycling program grows

Exercise eases pain of arthritis

Osteoarthritis is a disease process that affects the lives of more than 27 million Americans on a daily basis. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of joint deterioration, typically because of years of wear and tear on the joint.

Don’t let special events slip by

I would like to take this opportunity to speak just a little bit on being “present” in our lives. It’s only nearing the end of January but already we have had several events significantly affect our small community.

Police Blotter

Jan. 20, 2:04 p.m.

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

Garden club to learn about museum’s hollyhock project

City basketball league starts season

Team Flight has jumped to a 3-1 start and is in first place after two weeks of play in the Boulder City Parks and Recreation Department’s men’s basketball league.

Gun safety debate remains big in Nevada

He was just 20, not old enough to legally buy a drink at the bar inside the Las Vegas Club.

Government does little to create jobs, much to prevent them

Why do politicians who run on promises to “create jobs” then seemingly go out of their way to do everything humanly possible to hamstring the very people who actually create jobs?

Rivalry between north, south mostly fantasy

Years ago, when my column was running in a weekly newspaper, a new editor was hired. She let me know that she wanted me to make some changes. As it happened, the Nevada Legislature was in session, and she said she wanted columns that dealt with north/south rivalry.

Thursday summit to focus on veterans initiatives

Veterans and veteran advocates are invited to attend a veterans legislative summit sponsored by the governor’s office and Nevada Department of Veterans Services.

Giant desert denizens

The brainstorming of a late Boulder City employee, as well as a federal grant worth more than $800,000 are going to help turn the parking lot at Bootleg Canyon into a habitat for larger-than-life concrete sculptures of the desert’s native species.

Hoover Dam Lodge to close for remodeling

The Hoover Dam Lodge will temporarily close its doors as construction workers complete the renovation of the main casino floor and other areas. The closure is expected to last about seven weeks.

Drug alternatives no safer than illegal counterparts

Psychoactive drugs have been a part of American culture for decades. Marijuana, cocaine, LSD, heroine, etc., have been experimented with medically and recreationally for years.

Opinions are always right

Stop. Before you read another word, look at the top of the page. There, in big, bold, blue letters you will see the word opinion.

Leavitt will seek second term on City Council

Boulder City Councilwoman Peggy Leavitt has announced her intention to seek re-election to the City Council, a seat she first obtained in 2011.

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