Passion for baseball lands boy in Cooperstown

Boulder City native RJ Kilar is about to enter the sixth grade this fall, but is filled with a passion for baseball that would suggest he’s already a seasoned veteran.His passion for the sport so large it could only be filled with a trip to baseball’s hallowed grounds in Cooperstown.

Future Eagles’ baseball stars hone skills during summer

Fresh off a 2016 campaign in which they were crowned Division I-A state champions, the seasoning never stops for the Boulder City baseball program under head coach Bobby Reese, who has a majority of his players playing under him this summer for the Southern Nevada Eagles in the Connie Mack league.

Library lesson springs to life

The unspoken rule of whispering and hushed conversations was completely ignored Tuesday morning at Boulder City Library. Instead, squeals of delight — and disgust — echoed in the community room as things that slither, creep and crawl were brought out one by one.

Community Briefs

Bikini Barrel Race on tap at arena

Seen on Scene: At the Heart of the Community Gala

The seventh annual Heart of the Community Gala raised funds for Boulder City Hospital while honoring longtime volunteers and residents John and Christine Milburn. The evening’s festivities included silent and live auctions, the tribute to the Milburns, as well as a special tribute to the late Dr. Michael Ravitch, a surgeon and supporter of the hospital who died in January.

All heart: Hospital honors John, Christine Milburn for bettering community

John and Christine Milburn were recognized for their longtime devotion to the community and its residents during the seventh annual Heart of the Community Gala presented by Boulder City Hospital on Saturday.

Lady Eagles pin hopes on travel ball clubs

While the baseball program under head coach Bobby Reese is staying together this summer to get some summer seasoning, a pair of Lady Eagles softball standouts are on the move in hopes of bettering their game for another state tournament push next season.

News Briefs

Titus announces $5 million grant for cemetery

Search continues for missing man

Police are still searching for a recent Boulder City High School graduate.

Veterans home employees honored

Three Nevada State Veterans Home staff members were on honored for providing quality care June 8 during the Southern Nevada Endeavor Awards. The nursing home in Boulder City serves veterans and their families.

Group helps decipher insurance issues

The health insurance marketplace can be difficult to navigate and even once insured, many people find it difficult to understand their coverage. Luckily, Nevada Health Link and its partners are making it a priority to provide resources for those in need of assistance.

City was witness to Monroe’s metamorphosis

Actor Peter Facinelli’s Twitter biography reads, “I pretend to be other people … In real life that’s considered a personality disorder. If you get paid to do it, it’s called acting.”

Simple steps reduce risks to well-being

Injuries are a leading cause of disability for people of all ages — and they are the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 to 44. The good news is everyone can get involved to help prevent injuries. During National Safety Month, Boulder City Hospital encourages you to learn more about important safety issues like prescription painkiller abuse, transportation safety and slips, trips and falls.

Stunning scenery: Raft trips through Glen Canyon let you get up close with flora, fauna

Glen Canyon, Arizona, contains one of the few stretches of river whose beauty rivals that of the Grand Canyon farther down the Colorado River. However, it is much more easily experienced, through smooth-water raft trips launching directly below Glen Canyon Dam and traveling downstream about 15 miles to Lee’s Ferry. Along the way you will be treated to a close-up view of Glen Canyon Dam, stunning scenery, plenty of wildlife, and prehistoric and historic sites.

Weekend’s Best Bets

1BARRELS AND BIKINIS: The fourth annual Bikini Barrel Race will be held Saturday at the L.L. Miller Arena at the Boulder City Horseman’s Association, 1 Coral Road. Time-only practice runs will be held between 5-7:30 p.m. before the open competition starts at 8 p.m., which will be followed by the youth division runs. All riders, men and women alike, are required to wear swimming attire. There is no entry fee for the public. For more information visit http://www.stcbarrelracing.com/

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

Detectives follow up after initial crime reports

Here’s more information on some of the basic functions of the Boulder City Police Department and what each division provides the citizens we serve.

Letters to the Editor

Mitchells deserve thanks for painting buildings

Police Blotter

June 14, 6:55 a.m.

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