Letter to the Editor

City needs to entice young people to move here

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.

Safety No. 1 issue for summer activities

With temperatures hitting an extreme of 100 degrees on average in Boulder City during the month of July and what is expected to be most of August, the coaching staffs at Boulder City High School along with their players have all agreed that acclimating themselves to the heat early is their first order of business this month as they get set for organized practices.

Like a rock: Yosemite’s famed falls, formations irresistible

Yosemite National Park is one of those places everyone should see at least once in his or her lifetime, and the next two months are ideal times to go. By happy coincidence, it is easiest to go there during the very months when Southern Nevadans most need to escape the heat.

Boulder’s Best: Dam good burgers you need to try

For many people there are few things in this world that make one’s mouth water like a juicy burger and fries. Luckily, for Boulder City residents there are some great places in town to satisfy their cravings.

National Night Out builds bridges

It was a night of fun and discussion as residents of Boulder City and first responders from across Southern Nevada spent an evening together during National Night Out on Tuesday at Veterans’ Memorial Park.

City names 10e Media new spokesperson

Las Vegas-based 10e Media has been named Boulder City’s new spokesperson.

Locals place 16th in Hawaiian paddleboard race

Terry Stevens and Braly Joy took on the best in the world in the Molokai 2 Oahu Paddleboard World Championships on Sunday in Hawaii, overcoming 20-foot swells to finish 16th out of more than 300 entrants.

Weekend’s Best Bets

1 ALL THAT JAZZ: Madelyn Feller will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Boulder Dam Brewing Co., 453 Nevada Way. The Las Vegas-raised singer-songwriter has followed in the steps of her godfather, the former showroom conductor for the Las Vegas Riviera who, from 1964 to 1996, played with the likes of Tony Bennett and Liza Minnelli. Feller blends influences like Norah Jones and Billie Holiday with elements of Deep House and Bossa Nova to create a sound that is all her own. Feller’s band, featuring up-and-coming guitar player Sean Carbone, plays her original numbers as well as a variety of covers adapted for their own style. For more information on Feller, visit facebook.com/madelynfeller/?pnref=lhc.

Community Briefs

See Spot Run seeks ‘models’ to appear in calendar pictures

Casino celebrates its past as Railroad Pass marks 85th anniversary

Eight-and-a-half decades of being an integral part of the Southern Nevada community and entertaining local residents was celebrated Monday by Railroad Pass hotel and casino.

Bow brought ‘It’ to area after retiring

One of film industry’s first ever nude scenes is linked to Boulder City — in a roundabout way. Actress Clara Bow lived less than an hour from Boulder City, and 7 miles outside of Searchlight with her husband Rex Bell, who was the 21st lieutenant governor of Nevada and a western movie star.

City Recreation

Underdogs emerge as champs

Triathlete, 13, fairs well at first national event

Competing in his first national triathlon, 13-year-old Boulder City native Ethan Porter placed 43rd among 309 competitors at the Youth Elite National Championships presented by USA Triathlon on Saturday in West Chester, Ohio.

Summer soccer camp returns

For a seventh consecutive year, Great Britain’s Challenger Sports is coming to Boulder City to conduct its annual British Soccer Camp.

Audio tour of historic spots debuts Saturday

The Boulder City Museum and Historical Society will unveil its newest attraction Saturday, as the audio walking tour of the historic downtown will be ready for action.

News Briefs

Wildlife specialists to answer sheep questions at park

Seen on Scene: At National Night Out

Several hundred area residents enjoyed the National Night Out festivities Tuesday in Veterans’ Memorial Park. The event included the opportunity to meet and interact with a variety of public safety officers, get an insider’s look at their vehicles, try on fire fighting apparel and learn about what it means to be a first responder.

City needs infusion of new residents to thrive

In Boulder City, we take pride in our quaint, small-­town community. Most of us live here because we prefer to stay away from the crowds and traffic, treasure our intimate schools, and enjoy knowing and cultivating friendships with not just our neighbors but also local bank tellers, school custodians, firemen, plumbers, waitresses and virtually everyone else in town.

Be wary of callers making ‘threats’

One of our local senior citizens played a recording from her voicemail that was left for her this last week and I found it informative enough to pass on to you.

Police Blotter

July 26, 7:53 a.m.

Help for veterans comes in surprising places

There are many major and minor veterans organizations locally and nationally that provide thousands of hours of pro bono service and invest millions of dollars in time and treasure to help veterans and their families. Groups such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion and the Disabled American Veterans have been collectively helping veterans for hundreds of years.

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 seniorcenterbouldercity.org.

City officials’ salaries among highest in state

Boulder City’s top officials have higher salaries than their counterparts in many Nevada cities, according to Transparent Nevada and public records obtained by the Boulder City Review.

Sands gets ‘Romantic’ look as new owners remodel motel

The Sands Motel has been a Boulder City staple since 1951, and after half a century of wear, the motel has new owners who are pouring their hearts into making an old favorite fresh again.

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