BC man pens new theory about famed skyjacking

One Boulder City man believes the Silver State has more of a connection to the infamous D.B. Cooper case than just the fact that a Nevada resident has come up with a new theory about the mysterious skyjacker’s identity and how he managed to elude officials for more than 40 years.

Artist Debra Wilson’s realistic paintings showcased

The Boulder City Art Guild held a reception Sunday at its gallery inside the Boulder Dam Hotel for Debra Wilson, July’s featured artist, highlighting her collection of vivid wildlife and landscape paintings.

Scenery, cooler temperatures in Spring Mountains beckon

In the torrid midsummer of Southern Nevada, the closest place for local folk to enjoy a cool outdoor escape is in the Mount Charleston area of the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area. Since you’re likely to head there anyway, you might as well choose a trail that will show you some of the area’s most pleasant scenery while putting some miles on your boots. Or, for that matter, your fat tires or your horse’s shoes. The entire trail is popular with mountain bikers as well as hikers, as are its lower reaches for equestrians.

9th Island helps paddleboard enthusiasts hang loose

Paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world and Boulder City is now home to 9th Island SUP, the only paddleboard shop in Southern Nevada, or anywhere within 250 miles.

Future looking bright for hoops players

The feeling among the Boulder City High School boys basketball program is upbeat with a pair of solid performances against a pair of Division I programs.

Together we must fight senseless killings

Orlando. Boston. Dallas. Baton Rouge. San Bernardino. We’re all familiar with those cities. Not because they are great cities, although they are. Not because they attract tourists, although they do. Not because they have played a role in our nation’s history, although they have.

‘Protesters’ positive attitude contagious

The protesters were in town the other day and, from a distance, they appeared quite jovial. As I approached the group holding signs and yelling from the sidewalk I noticed the smiles and positive tone of the gathering. They were few in number but great in heart! They held signs expressing their appreciation for the first responders in our community and were waving and asking for honks to celebrate their great community.

Tales about Elvis flirt with truth

Lisa Marie Presley and I shared a baby sitter. Yes, my godmother, Alice Mafeo, was also the nanny for Lisa Marie when Elvis Presley would perform at the Las Vegas Hilton. But four years before Lisa Marie would be born, Elvis Presley was here in Boulder City filming “Viva Las Vegas.” This was his second notable trip through Boulder City and to Hoover Dam.

One voice, one vote can make a difference

There’s a serious disorder affecting our country, state and city. Its name is frustration. Folks are paralyzed by it and believe they are powerless to fix anything. People are looking for a quick fix to serious issues and latch on to those who advocate punching the “enemy” in the face, eliminating troublemakers, keeping women “in their place,” blaming the poor for budget deficits and assuring the wealthy they are that way because they deserve to be. An old-fashioned American slug with a very big stick will most certainly do the trick or perhaps just decimate populations we don’t like with bombs. Problem solved.

Letters to the Editor

Police officer grateful
for support, ability to serve

Community Briefs

Learn how to write songs at library

Weekend’s Best Bets

1 CLASSIC BLUES: The Wayne David Band will return to The Dillinger Food and Drinkery for a free all-ages show at 8:30 p.m. Friday. The Las Vegas-based classic rock trio has become a regular in Boulder City with its wide range of blues and rock favorites, in addition to its own original pieces. The Dillinger is at 1224 Arizona St. For more information, call 702-293-4001.

Clarifications

Corrections

Police Blotter

Police Blotter

City Recreation

HeShes lead co-ed softball league

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.

Friends enhance our lives

It may have all started with Adam and Eve, depending on your theological outlook on life, but duos and the enduring power of a friendship seems to permeate our culture.

Boat racers aims at the ‘Star Wars’

The water will be filled with rebel and imperial ships as “Star Wars” will be the theme when Boulder City Pool welcomes the 16th annual Cardboard Boat Race at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the pool and racquetball complex, 861 Avenue B.

Trio of Eagles baseball players flock to California college

A Boulder City baseball pipeline to Shasta College is being established with class of 2016 graduates Nolan DeSantis, Alec Mathis and Austin Wishard set to join 2015 graduates Colton Bosnos and Mario Castanon at the Redding, California, school.

Pool adds floating obstacle course, event

The infamous desert heat has made itself felt with a pair of heat advisories and temperatures that have remained in the triple digits for most of the past month, but the Boulder City Pool is here to provide an escape.

Council OKs attendance via phone

City Council unanimously approved an amendment Tuesday night to allow telephone and video conferences at all of its future meetings.

Holiday festivities show need for proper crosswalk

What a great day. Boulder City’s celebration of our country’s independence was outstanding. A giant thanks to the organizers and the many volunteers that made it a wonderful experience — from the pancake breakfast, the parade, the flyover, the fun in Broadbent Park, the numerous class reunions to all the activities at Veterans’ Memorial Park in the evening culminating in a fantastic fireworks display.

Volunteers must help themselves, too

One of my many interesting past jobs was as executive director of the Senior Center of Boulder City between 2003 and 2005. This was a rewarding position and I loved working with the seniors. But it was frustrating that much of the daily work was performed by volunteers. Finding willing and able volunteers in a small community was a daily responsibility.

Tennis-playing twins take tourney play to heart

With high hopes of becoming collegiate players in the coming years, 14-year-old twins Connor and Olivia Mikkelson of Boulder City are on the right track, especially in light of their performances at the Zonal Team Championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado, July 7 to 11.

Police Blotter

July 5, 7:56 a.m.

Cooking feeds Sullivan’s soul

Tom Sullivan has lived in Boulder City for most of his life — ever since he married a local lady whose parents were 31ers — and in that time he and his cooking have left an impression on many around the city.

July 2016
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
 123
45678910
11121314151617
18192021222324
25262728293031
MOST READ