Boulder’s Best: Six great places to mark the arrival of spring

Spring in Nevada is one of the best times of the year to get outside and enjoy the sun, breezes and fresh air, and with the season starting this week, we have compiled a list of some of the best places to enjoy the great outdoor activities in and around Boulder City

Easter sunrise service planned

Boulder City residents can start their Easter celebration on Sunday morning before the sun comes up at the annual Easter Sunrise celebration at Hemenway Valley Park.

Centennial celebration: Beckert marks her 100th birthday

One hundred years ago, World War I was being waged in Europe, daylight saving time was enacted, the fortune cookie was introduced and Boulder City resident Eleanor Beckert was born in Lansing, Michigan.

Bennett-Jordan leads girls to victory

Rolling to a pair of double-digit victories, Boulder City High School softball team was dominant behind senior Bailey Bennett-Jordan on the mound.

Pitchers power Eagles baseball team

If Boulder City High School baseball team claims its third consecutive 3A state championship, March 26 will be viewed as the turning point in the Eagles’ season.

Roundup: Boys track team tops Eldorado meet

Boulder City High School boys track and field team placed first March 21 at Eldorado’s five-team weekday meet.

Aptly named Lonely Dell good start for adventure

Located on the Arizona Strip and the Colorado River, Lee’s Ferry makes a great getaway for those who like remote areas for hiking or just kicking back for a night or two. This one offers the bonus of being a historic site.

News Briefs, March 29

Survey ranks Nevada bridges nation’s best for fifth year

Remain calm, have details when calling 911

How do you report a crime? Call 911 when a crime is in progress or if it is a medical emergency or an incident that has resulted in serious personal injury, property damage or property loss.

Hotel’s romance spans decades

I was looking for a new start when I came to Boulder City six years ago. I had a successful career within the publicity and events industry, and I wanted some downtime, which is why I identify with today’s Throwback Thursday subject so much.

Fiscal restraint needed

A decision was made to build a second golf course in Boulder City in 2001. The vote was 4-1. Does that sound familiar? It should. The vote for the city manager and attorney salaries was 4-1. Our city made a financially poor choice to build Boulder Creek Golf Club. It appears our City Council did that again with city employee salaries.

Letters to the Editor, March 29

Utility projects seem larger, more costly than necessary

Columnists sought

Do you have a passion for words? A burning desire to see your name in print? An opinion worth sharing with others?

Community Briefs, March 29

Landscape design topic for garden club speaker

Senior Center, March 29

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, March 29

1 CHEERS: Raise a glass and raise funds for Operation Homefront, a nonprofit that supports the families of military personnel who are deployed overseas, by attending the sixth annual Boulder City Beerfest. The Saturday event will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. in Wilbur Square Park and feature more than 30 breweries, specialty vendors, food trucks and live entertainment. Admission to the fest is free, but tickets for sampling are $45 for general admission and $60 for VIP privileges on the day of the event. Visit http://bouldercitybeerfestival.com for more information.

Lake’s ban on glass, foam to be strictly enforced

Spring break visitors to Lake Mead National Recreation Area will receive “No Breaks” from the park’s ban on glass and plastic foam containers.

StoryBook breaks ground

StoryBook Homes broke ground on its new subdivision, Boulder Hills Estates, Wednesday morning, reiterating its commitment to the community of Boulder City.

Police to start off-road program, patrols

The Boulder City Police Department is implementing an off-highway vehicle program to provide effective coverage for the desert areas around town.

Off-road trail system proposed

Plans are in the works to create a trail system for all-terrain vehicles and change city ordinances to allow them and golf carts to travel on local streets.

Story Tellers Corner: From ‘Dam Nation’ to salvation; Authors’ twist on Bonnie, Clyde story brings them to BC

History tells us that Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow died May 23, 1934, when a posse ambushed them in Bienville Parish, Louisiana, and shot 167 bullets into their car. But what if it wasn’t really the two famous outlaws in that car? What if instead two young people who resembled the murderers and bank robbers were actually killed?

Solid pitching leads Eagles

Gaining momentum from their experience in Pine View, Utah, over the weekend, the Boulder City High School baseball team looks to turn the page early in the season with a two-game winning streak.

Tourney losses spur on softball team

After a rough trip to Cedar City, Utah, members of Boulder City High School softball team took their frustrations out on Western on Monday, routing the Warriors 17-0.

Recycling event boosts city’s clean, green image

Recycle. Repurpose. Renew. That is the theme of the city’s first Big Clean event, being held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in the parking lot adjacent to Bravo Field.

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