Library marks 75th anniversary with look at its future

Boulder City homeowners could pay on average less than $50 more a year in property taxes to finance the proposed renovations to the Boulder City Library.

City to plan for historic preservation

The city has decided not seek approval to sell the historic airport hangar, rather it wants to develop a comprehensive plan for dealing with such properties.

Airport takes first step for adding tower

The Boulder City Municipal Airport was recently approved as a participant in the Federal Aviation Administration’s control tower program, meaning it could install an air traffic control tower.

Make every moment matter

Life is short. No matter how long we live, it never seems to be quite long enough.

Visitor ready: City’s best attractions showcased at tourism event

The best of Boulder City was touted to tourism professionals during Showcase Boulder City, an event that focused on the places, activities and events that attract visitors to the community.

Superhero Saturday debuts at library

This Saturday, April 28, the community will be invaded by superheros as Boulder City Library hosts its first Superhero Saturday and Comic Book Fair, a free activity for people of all ages.

Eagles drop first league contest

Starring in the face of adversity, Boulder City High School’s baseball team looks to regain its focus, after dropping its first league contest of the season Monday, April 23, to rival Virgin Valley 4-3.

Softball team’s loss to Virgin Valley heartbreaking

Previously controlling their own destiny in the 3A Sunrise League, Boulder City High School’s softball players will now have to play nearly flawlessly from here on out after Monday’s, April 23, heartbreaking 13-11 loss to rival Virgin Valley.

Earth Day infuses new life into gardens

Years ago, someone gave Boulder City resident Cheryl Waites a key fob that said “Every day is Earth Day.” It’s a motto she has adopted for her life and now she’s on a mission to share her care for the land with her fellow community residents.

News Briefs, April 26

Teenager arrested for making threats against students

Agency’s action spur water fight

A top official from the Southern Nevada Water Authority is calling on states that rely on the Colorado River to resolve their differences before a growing dispute derails decades of cooperation on the river.

Senior Center volunteers honored

Without its volunteers, the Senior Center of Boulder City wouldn’t function, said Executive Director Victoria Mason as she expressed her gratitude for their service during a luncheon in their honor Saturday, April 21.

Special Recognition

Susan Johnson, left, president of the Senior Center of Boulder City, and Victoria Mason, right, executive director, present a plaque of appreciation to Russell Dodge, store director of Albertsons, for his and the store’s outstanding community support.

Eagles football kicks off program with eighth-grade signing event

Boulder City High School football program will host its first eighth-grade signing day at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 3, in the lecture hall in hopes of increasing participation numbers for its freshman program.

Sports Briefs, April 26

Lady Junior Bobcats win basketball playoffs

Adventures help us discover ourselves

Sometimes we all need to get lost in order to find our way. Such is the tale of two characters for the 1985 Warner Bros.’ movie “Lost in America,” which was partially filmed at Hoover Dam.

Veteran’s patriotism radiates

Those who study the history of Southern Nevada have surely learned about the testing of atomic bombs outside of Las Vegas in the 1950s. The acreage known as the Nevada National Security Site (formerly the Nevada Test Site) has been etched forever in the minds of longtime residents as the location where many viewed mushroom clouds from the rooftops of downtown buildings. Radiation? No problem. According to government educational films shown in public schools, all one had to do was “duck and cover” and they would be fine.

Community Briefs, April 26

Comic fair to highlight library activities

Artful Pursuits

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City Recreation, April 26

Youth floor hockey finishes for season

Make your workout work for you

Exercise. We know it’s good for us. But just how good is it? The benefits are pretty impressive.

Senior Center, April 26

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, April 26

1 GRAB YOUR CAPE: Head over to the Boulder City Library for its first superhero comic book fair. Scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the library, 700 Adams Blvd., the free fair will include activities for children of all ages including crafts, story sessions and cosplay. There will be a chance to take pictures with costumed characters, and those attending are encouraged to dress up (but leave your weapons at home). There also will be vendors and a silent auction to benefit Friends of the Boulder City Library.