Council rezones land near droneport to allow for research, development

The Eldorado Valley is changing, as the City Council approved rezoning part of it to allow for future research and development purposes, which includes a previously approved droneport with The Aerodrome LLC.

Attorney general finds council violated open meeting law

The Nevada attorney general’s office issued a finding this month that the City Council violated the “spirit and letter” of the state’s open meeting law when several members gathered for a breakfast meeting with a candidate for the position of finance director.

Flip plan gets well-earned A

“I love it when a plan comes together.” So said John “Hannibal” Smith, the leader of the A-team, made famous by the eponymous movie and television series.

City adjusts street beautification plan to aid businesses

The city is moving forward with the concept plan for its beautification project on Nevada Highway and will continue to work with businesses concerned about how it negatively affects them.

Nevada celebrates veterans’ achievements

Southern Nevada resident and former Army Sgt. Richard “Dick” L. Moyer was presented with a Bronze Star Medal with a “V” for valor this month for his heroic efforts during the Vietnam War.

Jane Russell turned tragedies into inspiration for others

“These days I am a teetotal, mean-spirited, right-wing, narrow-minded, conservative Christian bigot, but not a racist.” Those are the words of actress Jane Russell as reprinted in her obituary via the New York Times. She was an actress who lived her life on her terms, including a stint in rehab at age 79 for alcoholism.

Homestead takes over annual egg hunt

Children and families will once again be able to celebrate Easter in Boulder City with the 63rd annual Easter egg hunt.

Strong pitching gives Eagles baseball team an edge

Picking up momentum since their 21-7 outing against Mojave on March 20, Boulder City High School’s baseball program has hit more consistently, hanging 12 runs on both Pahrump Valley and Sunrise Mountain this week.

Selinger, Trone shine for track teams at tourney

Peaking at the right time, junior Sierra Selinger was the only Eagle to medal on Saturday at the 4A Arbor View Invitational, placing third in the 3200-meter run.

Field Institute classes add to Zion experience

Spring may be the best of all times to visit Utah’s Zion National Park, offering delights unique to the season. The landscape is greening up, young leaves are growing on the deciduous trees, and some of the birds can be seen nesting. Weather is often ideal for hiking and sightseeing.

Beckert celebrates 99th birthday

Eleanor Beckert celebrated her 99th birthday Wednesday.

Garrett boys place second in district basketball championship

Garrett Junior High School’s Bobcat boys basketball team played in the Clark County School Championships earlier this month after completing the regular season undefeated for the first time in the school’s history.

Kids can become junior rangers at April 15 event

Local youngsters are invited to find out what it takes to be a park ranger and become an official Lake Mead National Recreation Area Junior Ranger at the annual Junior Ranger Day.

Community Briefs

High school’s annual movie, music video awards ceremony tonight

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.

Weekend’s Best Bets

1 SWEET SOUNDS: Red Mountain Music Co. will offer up a selection of classic tunes by Carole King and James Taylor during “How Sweet It Is,” Friday and Saturday at the Elaine K. Smith Center, 700 Wyoming St. The choir will be accompanied by local musicians, as well as a special performance by the Martha P. King Elementary Singers. Tickets are $10 for adults and free for children and students. For details, visit www.redmountainmusicco.org.

Seen on Scene: At the Boulder City Beerfest

Matt Reiser of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. pours a sample for a guest at the 2017 Boulder City Beerfest held Saturday in downtown Boulder City.

Athlete of the Week

Laura Hubel/Boulder City Review

Be wary of bees; leave them be

You may have noticed that spring is a prime time for the re-emergence of bees in our area. Sometimes you will see many of them — and by many, I mean thousands.

Police Blotter

March 21, 1:33 p.m.

Sports Brief

Bowling center to aid teacher with grant program

Serious Gamers

Hali Bernstein Saylor/Boulder City Review

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