Officials: Newness, not numbers, puts spotlight on accidents along I-11

Despite numerous accidents since opening in August, Interstate 11 has seen fewer fatalities than more established freeways in the area but is being monitored to see whether new safety measures need to be put into place, according to transportation officials.

Traffic delays on I-11 beyond engineers’ control

The newly opened stretch of Interstate 11 near Boulder City is designed to cut as much as 30 minutes off the trip between Las Vegas and Kingman, Arizona.

Videographer’s disruption cancels candidates forum

The Boulder City Democratic Club had to cancel its September candidate night and business meeting after members say an attendee was acting aggressively toward one of the candidates.

Olympic hopeful Grothe inspires next generation of swimmers

MacIsaac Armstrong, 16, Maggie Armstrong, 14, and Gracie Armstrong, 11, all aspire to be accomplished swimmers some day. On Saturday, Sept. 15, the siblings and members of the Boulder City-Henderson Heatwave swim team, got a firsthand look at what it takes to succeed.

Rout over Western bolsters homecoming festivities

Homecoming festivities weren’t the only celebration Friday night at Boulder City High School as the Eagles football team provided plenty of fireworks in its 41-3 blowout victory over Western.

Girls volleyball team rallies to defeat Moapa

Boulder City High School’s girls volleyball team picked up its biggest win of the season Monday, rallying to defeat rival Moapa Valley 3-2.

Roundup: Boys tennis team seems unstoppable

Boulder City High School’s boys tennis team remains undefeated after picking up victories over Chaparral, Silverado and Mojave.

Businesses define economy

What kinds of businesses do we want to encourage in Boulder City? What kinds of jobs do we want for our workers? Let’s split this into two parts: the economic value of various types of businesses, and the problem with job supply and demand in Boulder City.

All should contribute to welfare of those on Earth

Put your money where your mouth is. Talk is cheap. Money talks. These words make me sick. Is everything about money and the power that goes with it?

Purple Heart Parking

World War II veteran William Dunsmore was on hand Monday to unveil a parking spot at City Hall that is now reserved for Purple Heart recipients. Dunsmore, who has a Purple Heart, was in the first wave of soldiers to reach the Normandy beaches on D-Day. He lives at the Nevada State Veterans Home.

Seen on Scene: At Boulder City Chautauqua

Chautauqua scholar Doug Mishler, right, visits with Jim Amstutz and Linda Faiss, who hosted a special event Friday at their home to meet the University of Nevada, Reno professor. Mishler appeared as Gen. John J. Pershing and President Theodore Roosevelt the following day.

Weekend’s Best Bets, Sept. 20

1 THIS IS YOUR LAND: Celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday by visiting the nearest location: Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Admission to the park will be free, though fees for lake use and camping will not be waived. The day is designated for people to enjoy public lands and to promote their conservation.

News Briefs, Sept. 20

Justice of peace candidate pays property taxes

Trauma may cause multiple issues

At some point in our lives, most of us will live through a terrifying event. It could be a car accident, natural disaster, medical emergency, fire or perhaps a trauma inflicted by another person in the form of assault, abuse, combat or being robbed. Trauma can also come from seeing another person be seriously hurt or killed, or learning about something awful that happened to a person we love. Whatever the source, trauma leaves its imprint on the brain.

Police Blotter, Sept. 20

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Community Briefs, Sept. 20

Concert to feature performances by solo artists

Senior Center, Sept. 20

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.