Meal program a lifesaver for many

There’s nothing like a home-cooked to bring a smile to one’s face. What’s even better is having it delivered by someone with an equally bright smile.

Tough preseason schedule bolsters Eagles’ baseball team

Boulder City head baseball coach Bobby Reese knows what he’s doing during his preseason schedule gauntlet. In order to be the best come May, the Eagles have to play the best in March.

Lady Eagles get solid start to softball season

The Lady Eagles got off to a solid start this past weekend in the Colorado River Invitational in Needles, California, posting a 4-2 mark over the three-day stretch, dropping contests to only Division I opponents Legacy and Silverado.

City gets first look at 2017 budget

The City Council on Wednesday held its first workshop of the year to discuss a proposed budget for fiscal year 2017, which forecasts increased revenues in the general and utility funds and about $3 million in capital spending on projects, vehicles and equipment upgrades.

Golfers top eight-team field in California event

Ousting home opponent Needles this past Monday, Boulder City High School’s boys golf team took home first place at the River’s Edge Golf Course in Needles, California, beating out the eight-team field that consisted of four Division I-A conference opponents, one Division I opponent and two Division III opponents.

Why we insist on open government

In an age when government leaks, classified emails and court orders to unlock phones seem to make the news daily, it’s worth remembering why we insist on open and transparent government.

Thousands of prizes offered at Saturday’s egg hunt

The Boulder City United Methodist Church will host the community’s 62nd annual Easter egg hunt this Saturday and members are prepared for their grandest event yet.

Ex-Metro Capt. Burns confirms candidacy for police chief

Former Metropolitan Police Department Capt. Larry Burns confirmed Wednesday that he is one of 14 candidates who remain in the city’s search for its next police chief.

Weekend’s Best Bets

1EGG HUNT: Area youngsters are invited to meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for treasures during the 62nd annual Easter Egg Hunt in Wilbur Square Park in downtown Boulder City. Photos with the Easter Bunny begin at 8 a.m. and the egg hunt for toddlers through second grade is set to start at 9. Boulder City United Methodist Church is presenting the free community event. For more information visit www.bouldercityumc.com or call 702-293-7240.

Athlete of the Week

Laura Hubel/Boulder City Review

Lost class ring reunited with owner after 30-plus years

Treasure hunting might not always be lucrative, but Mike Ditto made a priceless discovery Friday in Broadbent Park when he found a dingy ring that had been missing for more than 30 years.

County survey seeks ways to improve schools, communication

Clark County is conducting a survey to learn ways it can better communicate with parents, teachers and community members and improve its public schools.

Police Blotter

March 8, 12:45 p.m.

Classes showcase best of Zion

The next month or so is one of the finest times to spend enjoying Zion National Park, Utah. The weather is ideal, the leaves are popping out on the deciduous trees, wildflowers are appearing and the birds are out and about enjoying springtime.

Local Golf Results

Local Golf Results

Good people seek ways to better others’ lives

Something I enjoy doing is spending time thinking about why some people are “good,” some “not so good,” and others are “bad.”

Small track teams show great promise, qualify for regionals

The girls and boys Boulder City High School track programs got off to a great start this past weekend at the Meadows Invitational Large-School meet, where Division I and Division I-A programs squared off against each other.

Race for seat in Congress grows

The field of candidates seeking to represented the 3rd District in Congress continues to grow, with two more days remaining to file for official candidacy.

Aviation bill would be boon for local droneport

U.S. Sen. Dean Heller last week announced his priorities in a senate aviation bill that would attract new airline routes to small Nevada airports, drive drone research and acquire federal dollars for airports to build facilities with several modes of transportation.

City Recreation

Kickball league meeting set

T-shirts often sport words of wisdom

When I first started as a dispatcher, one of my friends sent me a humorous T-shirt. Little did I know how appropriate it would end up to be. It read “911 is for emergencies – Save the Drama for Your Mama.”

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.

Local columnist sought

Do you have a passion for words? A burning desire to see your name in print? An opinion worth sharing with others?

Letters to the Editor

Plight of people needs greater attention

Event raises funds, awareness of Meals on Wheels

Community members of all ages helped raise money for the Senior Center of Boulder City’s Meals on Wheels program Saturday at the inaugural Rock, Roll &Stroll fundraiser.

Flags fly to honor USS Nevada’s centennial

The USS Nevada, a ship that saw action during World War II, celebrated the 100th anniversary of its commissioning by having its flag raised Friday at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

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