Electrical systems on borrowed time

The City Council’s decision to increase utility rates in May was a move that angered many residents of Boulder City, but residents would be more angry if the city’s electrical systems were plagued by constant power outages and expensive emergency replacements. A hypothetical situation that will assuredly be a reality if the city does not upgrade its drastically aging power grid.

Damboree’s water zone a blast for all

Another page in the city’s history has been written and is in the books after Boulder City celebrated its 68th annual Damboree on Monday. And what a celebration it was.

Weekend’s Best Bets

1 ROCKING PARADISE: Mick Rhodes and the Hard Eights will perform at Boulder Dam Brewing Co. at 8 p.m. Friday. The Los Angeles-based quintet recently released its second album “Paradise City,” and the band’s range of influences, from honky tonk to rockabilly and hard rock, will be on full display. The Brewpub is at 453 Nevada Way and all shows are free of cover. Call 702-243-2739 or visit boulderdambrewing.com for more information.

Reese pins hopes on state wrestling championship

Before Boulder City High School junior D.J. Reese attempts to hurl curveballs for the Eagles as a starter next spring, the two-year varsity wrestling veteran will attempt to achieve a bigger prize.

City explored alternatives to rate hikes

When the City Council adopted utility rate increases in May, a repeated question we heard was: Have you considered other alternatives? The answer is yes, quite a few. And the following are just a few examples.

Seen on Scene

From early morning to well after sunset, Boulder City residents and visitors celebrated Independence Day on Monday during the 68th annual Damboree. The festivities included a pancake breakfast, parade, games and contests, and entertainment before being capped off by fireworks.

Health issues continue for former King student

Nearly a year after 12-year-old Madison Elizondo received a heart transplant, the young girl is once again battling health issues.

Community Briefs

Story sessions, club meetings planned at library

Police Blotter

June 28, 7 a.m.

Hamming it up: Radio operator visits Lake Mead as part of year-long quest

While Bob Murray was taking the long drive from Virginia Beach, Virginia, where he lives to Las Vegas to see a Garth Brooks concert he drove by Lake Mead National Recreation Area and saw an opportunity to participate in one of his favorite hobbies: ham radio.

Eagles’ bats thunder home dramatic win

As lightning surrounded Whalen Field on June 30, the Southern Nevada Eagles 16-under baseball team provided the thunder against the Green Valley Elite, defeating the Division I program 6-5 in its Southern Nevada Connie Mack season finale.

News Brief

Bank of America will close
local branch Tuesday

City Recreation

Boulder City Parks and Recreation Department hosted a variety of games and contests during the Damboree celebration on Monday at Broadbent Park. Here are the results:

Area ‘dam’ attractive to filmmakers

Sean Penn. Robert De Niro. Patrick Swayze. Halle Berry. Selma Hayek. These are just a few of the A-list Hollywood names who have been in movies shot either at Lake Mead or at the Hoover Dam.

Names in the News

Teen to compete for
American Miss pageant

Aviation Nation returns

Good news for Air Force veterans and aviation fans in general. After abandoning what had become a favorite annual event in Nevada, Nellis Air Force Base will again host Aviation Nation.

Criminals find creative ways to scam people

The scammers appear to be getting hungry again so we would like to remind you of a few things to keep in mind as you go about your everyday lives.

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.

Wupatki Pueblo offers glimpse into ancient lifestyle

Wupatki National Monument in Arizona encompasses more than 35,000 acres and contains roughly 2,500 documented archaeological sites. You can’t see them all, nor are you allowed to, but you can see some of the most impressive ruins in the park, even in a few hours.

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