Construction delays travel center opening

Among those anxiously awaiting the completion of Interstate 11 is Joe DeSimone, owner of the Railroad Pass casino.

Electrical system to get backup

Work should begin this month on the city’s new electrical substation, which will dramatically improve the city’s backup power supply.

Airport advisory group may shrink in size, duties

Boulder City’s Airport Advisory Committee is recommending City Council change the group to allow for fewer members as well as new member requirements and different duties.

Two seek Boulder justice of peace spot

Two candidates filed for the Boulder Township justice of the peace office on Tuesday, the first day of the filing period for the June 12 primary election.

No parade passes us by

The start of a new year is always a big deal for me. But it’s not the fireworks or parties that I look forward to as one year melds into another.

Boys spend winter break testing their skills

Breaking even in California in the Paloma Valley Winter Shootout, Boulder City High School boys basketball finished its holiday slate with a 2-2 record.

Tourney prepares Lady Eagles for season’s end

Despite going 1-3 in the Gator Winter Classic at Green Valley High School, Boulder City High School girls basketball coach Dave Estes found several positives from the Lady Eagles’ winter break slate.

Likely league shakeup could benefit BCHS

Pending a more than likely official vote from the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association Board of Control on Jan. 17, the 3A classification is in line for a shake-up that could benefit Boulder City High School’s sports program.

‘Flip or Flop’ comes to BC

Reality television has come to Boulder City by way of the HGTV show “Flip or Flop Vegas.”

Splash down: Renovations underway at city’s water park

Boulder City has been improving its splash park during the winter months so that families can have a better experience once spring arrives.

Awards for revitalization efforts, faith in city well-deserved

At our final 2017 City Council meeting, I had the privilege of presenting two Mayor’s Awards, one to All Mountain Cyclery and the other to The Tap, for their 2017 business corridor revitalization efforts. These two businesses weren’t the only ones that worked to spruce up our commercial sector, but the scale of their projects and their commitment to reinvest in our community really stood out to me.

Community Briefs

Retirees to hear from city’s community development director

Keep important numbers handy

Hello, Boulder City residents. You may have seen these before, but in case you lost them, here are a few important telephone numbers for you to cut and clip for posting in a prominent location.

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 RESOLUTION RESOLVE: Get a boost on your resolution to become healthy, more fit and lose weight by visiting one of the city’s fitness centers, including the city’s facility at ABC Park, 801 Adams Blvd. It is open from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Call 702-293-0870 for details.

Eastwood accepts ‘Gauntlet,’ runs with it

Actor, producer and writer Clint Eastwood came through Boulder City for a 1977 film titled “The Gauntlet.” While Eastwood was always on board to direct the Warner Bros. picture, he wasn’t the first or second choice to star in the film.

Upcoming games

Upcoming games

News Brief

Honor Flight offers virtual trip for veterans unable to travel

Local Bowling Results

Several fun tournaments were held during the holiday season. Here are the winners:

Police Blotter

Dec. 26, 12:15 p.m.