City addresses future needs in budget talks

City Council members on March 16 met with heads of departments and Boulder City’s finance director to discuss the budget for fiscal year 2017.

Swimmers get first victory of season

Swim season kicked off this past week for both of Boulder City High’s state championship hopeful squads, with a meet against Southeast Career Technical Academy March 17 at Heritage Park.

Walking tour to boost tourism downtown

The Boulder City Museum and Historical Association is introducing a new interactive exhibit it hopes will be educational and economically beneficial to the Boulder City Historic District.

Volunteers help catalogue Lake Mead’s plants, animals

Area science and nature enthusiasts scoured more than 4 square miles around Lake Mead on Saturday, as part of the National Park Service’s 100th anniversay celebration, cataloging and learning about the national recreation area’s plethora of flora and fauna.

Athlete of the Week

Each week the coaches at Boulder City High School nominate an athlete to spotlight for contributions made to his or her team. This week’s honoree is junior Jordyn Trobiani, a member of the track and field team. A first-year member of the team, Trobiani has shown her skill as a jumper while being a key part of relays, according to coach Steve Roe. He also commended her for her toughness and willingness to try a variety of events. She is the daughter of Dennis and Jennifer Trobiani.

Egg hunt attracts hundreds

Egg hunt attracts hundreds

Names in the News

Edlund named to dean’s list at Menlo College

News Briefs

Landfill not affecting area groundwater

Vigil honors animal cruelty victims

Despite the wagging tails of a trio of dogs, the mood was decidedly somber on the afternoon of March 16 as several area residents gathered in Bicentennial Park to say a prayer for local animals, especially those that fell victim to animal cruelty.

Easter reminds us there is hope

What a crazy, fantastic, strange thing. Sunday morning the resurrection flips everything over. It messes everything up. It’s kind of Jesus’ pattern — you know, he never went to a funeral without turning it into a resurrection. The Apostle Paul says three interesting things about the resurrection of Jesus: “What I received I pass on to you: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day.” (1 Cor. 15:3-5)

Gomez breaks discuss record

For four years, senior Sam Gomez has built a legacy at Boulder City High School.

Department can help with car license renewals

The Boulder City Department of Motor Vehicles is available for residents of the city or those working for local businesses by appointment each Wednesday at the police department’s records window. You can make your appointment by calling 702-293-9257.

DEA investigating animal shelter’s use of drugs

The Drug Enforcement Administration on Tuesday confirmed it is investigating the alleged mismanagement of euthanasia drugs at the Boulder City Animal Shelter.

Sunrise service planned for Easter

The sun sparkling on Lake Mead as it rises will provide the backdrop for an Easter sunrise service at 6:30 a.m. Sunday at Hemenway Park.

Fifteen file for seat in Congress

The number of candidates who filed to run for a two-year term as representative of the 3rd Congressional District capped at 15 on Friday, according to the Clark County Election Department site.

Cannon deserves to be remembered

In many ways Howard Cannon is Nevada political history’s forgotten man.

Police Blotter

March 15, 8:13 a.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.

Eagles’ golfers show mettle against larger teams

Following last week’s Division I riddled Pahrump Valley Invitational at Mountain Falls, the Boulder City golf program continued its stacked preseason schedule with a match against Division I Green Valley.

Community Briefs

Trinkets and Treasures on tap for club

Weekend’s Best Bets

1CHEERS FOR BEERS: The fourth annual festival returns to downtown Boulder City as 30 local, regional and national brewers showcase their beers in Wilbur Square Park. The fest also includes entertainment and informational sessions about brewing beer. VIP admission begins at 1 p.m. and general admission starts at 3 p.m. VIP tickets are $45 in advance or $60 at the gate; general admission tickets are $30 in advance or $40 at the gate. Visit www.bouldercitybeerfest.com for more information.

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.

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