Library narrows field to two for director’s spot

The Boulder City Library’s six-month search for a new director is coming to an end as the board of trustees has narrowed its choice to two finalists.

Eagles football team falls to Pahrump 35-6

Boulder City High School’s 35-6 loss to Pahrump Valley in Friday night football didn’t reflect the team’s true progress, head coach Chris Morelli said.

Abundance of outdoor activities spill over at Big Bear Lake

A great fall getaway destination for those who love the outdoors is Big Bear Lake, California. Less than four hours from the Las Vegas area you could be hiking or mountain biking one of the trails in the San Bernardino National Forest, or out on the lake fishing, paddle boarding or kayaking.

Seen on Scene: At the Fall Family Festival and Custom Car and Rod Show

Keri Shuman brought her 5-year-old son, Jack, left, and daughter Meghan, 4, to the Fall Family Festival in downtown Boulder City on Saturday. The children were especially excited about the classic car show and the raffle prizes.

Seen on Scene: Pool party goes to the dogs

The Boulder City Pool hosted its second annual Soggy Doggy party Saturday as the municipal pool was opened for the enjoyment of man’s best friend on the last day of the summer season before closing for two weeks to clean and prepare for the fall.

Seen on Scene: At the Boulder City Chautauqua

“Great Showmen” was the theme for this year’s performances presented by Boulder City Chautauqua on Saturday at the historic Boulder Theatre.

Weekend’s Best Bets

1 SWEET SOMMELIER: The American Association of University Women will host its semiannual wine and chocolate tasting from 6-9 p.m. Saturday at the Boulder Dam Hotel, 1305 Arizona St. Tickets are $10, and attendees will receive a souvenir Boulder Dam Hotel wine glass in addition to all the wine and chocolate they care to enjoy. All of the wines and chocolates are donated by members, so all of the proceeds will go toward scholarships for local women who are returning to college. To learn more, visit http://bouldercity-nv.aauw.net/tastings/.

Community Briefs

AAUW to host wine, chocolate tasting event Saturday night

City’s art deserves better caretaker

For the third time in as many weeks, one of the pieces of art in downtown Boulder City was damaged.

Lake, dam serve ‘Colossal’ bomb well

During the late 1950s and early ’60s, Hoover Dam and Lake Mead served as the filming locations for two cult-favorite horror movies. “The Amazing Colossal Man” and “Scream of the Butterfly” were filmed less than 15 minutes from Boulder City, which served as a popular place for the respective film crews to stop, eat and gas up.

Letters to the Editor

Slow growth will not inhibit prosperity

Community invited to honor first responders Saturday

Valarie Vanario’s husband is an officer for the Metropolitan Police Department in Las Vegas and for the past two years she has been part of hosting a day of appreciation for law enforcement officers across the valley. After seeing the success the event has had just a few miles away, Vanario decided to bring the concept home to Boulder City, where she and her family live.

News Briefs

City officials to receive performance reviews Tuesday

First responders always ready to help

First Responder Appreciation Day will be held Saturday at South Escalante Park in Boulder City. From the “first” first responders — dispatchers — to the “final” first responders — records clerks and fire clerical — first responders are present 24 hours a day, seven days a week to respond and serve residents and visitors in Boulder City.

Police Blotter

Sept. 6, 5:07 a.m.

Do your part to protect planet: Vote responsibly

What’s important to you? Would you spend time, energy and dollars to ensure candidates supporting your values are elected in November?

Personal bests highlight runners’ foray at invitational

Boulder City High School cross-country head coach Canaan Petersen said he was proud of how his team performed in the Larry Burgess-Las Vegas Invitational on Saturday, noting that a majority of his runners posted personal bests on the course at Sunset Park.

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.

News Brief

Restaurant owner found dead Sunday

Volunteers keep events, organizations running

Organizations are looking for volunteers as fall arrives and citywide events like Art in the Park move closer.

Boulder’s Best: Top spots to discover antique treasures

History is an intrinsic part of Boulder City, a community that has made a concerted effort to keep the past alive and has become a bit of authentic tourist destination because, in large part, of those efforts.

City puts plan in motion to beautify new parkway, highlight businesses

The city’s decision to fund design plans for Boulder City Parkway brings the project one step closer to reality, but not all businesses on the site’s location believe it will be completed.

Community Briefs

School board candidate to address Democrats tonight

Hello! You can hear me now

Just the other day my husband and I were commenting on how attached we have become to our cellphones and tablets. There is rarely an instance where one or both of us does not have some type of electronic device within arm’s reach. Sometimes we even juggle two devices at the same time.

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