City studies best way to use its properties

Boulder City is taking another step in its journey of preserving the past by commissioning an inventory of its historic properties.

Mayoral candidates discuss issues

Boulder City residents heard from the three mayoral candidates on a variety of issues — including controlled growth, historic preservation and the proposed aquatic center — at a recent candidate forum.

Council candidates share their vision for city

Eight citizens have filed to become candidates for a seat on the City Council. There are two seats, currently held by incumbents Peggy Leavitt and Rich Shuman, that will be filled.

Favorable finances built on firm fiscal footings

Boulder City’s financial status has never been better. That’s music to my ears because one of my top five mayor’s vision priorities has always been keeping our financial house in order. Prudent financial stewardship is also one of the five overriding goals of our recently adopted strategic plan, as it always should be.

Coach sees potential in players

Coming off four consecutive 3A state tournament appearances, the Boulder City High School baseball team will be young this season but full of potential.

Lady Eagles have high hopes for season

Expectations are lofty for Boulder City High School’s softball team, which is coming off a 3A state tournament appearance last season, despite several key losses from a loaded senior class.

Girls run out of steam at state

Putting forth its best effort, Boulder City High School girls basketball team concluded its season Friday, March 1, with a 43-25 loss to Northern Nevada challenger Churchill County in the 3A state semifinals at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas.

BCHS top in state

Helping Boulder City High School’s basketball programs claim 3A Sunrise League championships, junior Ellie Howard was named league player of the year for the girls, and senior Derrick Thomas was named league player of the year for the boys.

Celebrate women, their accomplishments

Friday started a monthlong observance of celebrating and studying the contributions women have made on American history.

Know what to consider before voting

Three candidates for mayor, eight for City Council could be a bit much for some to handle. Nobody in town knows all of these people. How on Earth do you decide and make a choice that you will be happy about over the coming four years? No, I’m not going to wade into political waters and tell you who to vote for, or even who I plan to vote for. But I do want to take a shot at answering my own question: “How on Earth do you decide?”

Local fishermen fare well at bass tourney

A duo from Boulder City High School took the top prize at a recent fishing tournament on Lake Mead.

Barbecue to benefit Patton foundation

A local nonprofit is still raising money to honor its namesake and war hero Shane Patton with a statue and has once again partnered with the That Others May Live Foundation of Las Vegas for a fundraiser this weekend.

News Briefs, March 7

Local vandalism under investigation by police

Special Recognition

The Clark County Commission honors Boulder City High School’s boys tennis team on Tuesday with a proclamation for winning the state championship, March 5, 2019.

Weekend’s Best Bets, March 7

1 AND ALL THAT JAZZ: Join the Mardi Crawl, also known as the Best Dam Wine Walk, on Saturday evening. Visit more than 20 area businesses while sampling an assortment of beverages during the event, presented by the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce. Check-in is from 4-6:30 p.m. at Daisies in the Desert, 402 Nevada Way. The wine walk continues until 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, with a $5 discount if you have a glass from a previous wine walk. Call the chamber at 702-293-2034 for more information.

Senior Center, March 7

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.

Parents should monitor children’s app use

I would like to forward on information that every parent should be aware of with regard to juvenile safety online and the various apps available to them that may pose risk to their safety.

Good hygiene, vaccine protect against hepatitis

Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. It can range from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe illness lasting several months. In rare cases, hepatitis A can cause liver failure and death.