Roundup: Golfers win regional tourney

Boulder City High School boys golf team is making its eight consecutive 3A state tournament appearance after winning the 3A Southern Region tournament Tuesday, May 7, at Boulder Creek Golf Club.

Johnson accepts position in Arizona

A local minister and community advocate is leaving Boulder City to pastor a church in southern Arizona.

Hiking, fruit picking ‘Capitol’ idea in Utah park

Capitol Reef National Park in south-central Utah is probably best known for its main geological feature, the Waterpocket Fold, a wrinkle in the earth that extends nearly 100 miles. But the park also boasts wonderful hiking opportunities on about 150 miles of trails to see slot canyons, natural arches, bridges and petroglyphs. Elevations in the park range from 3,800 to 8,200 feet, but the hub of the park, Fruita, is at around 5,500 feet.

Grothe wins, passes on open water title bid

Boulder City High School 2010 graduate Zane Grothe continues his success as a swimmer, finishing fourth in the 5K race at USA’s 2019 Open Water National Championships held May 3-5 in Miami.

Weekend’s Best Bets, May 9

1 TALE OF OUR CITY: Boulder City’s history and efforts to preserve it will highlight a day full of activities Saturday. Historic Preservation Day begins at 9 a.m. with an informational session at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power building, 600 Nevada Way, and concludes well after dark at The Dillinger Food and Drinkery’s annual block party on Arizona Street. Events and locations can be visited in any order. For a full schedule, visit http://www.bcnv.org.

Bill vital to promoting government transparency

As the Legislature careers toward a June 3 adjournment, budget issues will dominate in Carson City. But lawmakers shouldn’t ignore a number of other important proposals that could benefit the state and its taxpayers. One of these measures is Assembly Bill 371.

Letters to the Editor, May 9

Florist’s service another reason to love city, its residents

News Briefs, May 9

Plane crash near airport leaves one person injured

BC politicians help Republicans score on basketball court

Boulder City Mayor Rod Woodbury scored the winning basket as time expired helping the Republicans defeat the Democrats 28-27 in the biennial Elephant vs. Donkey basketball game in Carson City on May 2.

Keep your cool while temperatures, power bills rise

Temperatures have risen early this spring, which means so will our electric bill. Still feeling the bite from the last utility rate hike, thoughts of yet another one coming in 2020 is indeed a heated topic (pun intended). As a DIY expert, finding ways to make our home more energy efficient is our first line of defense against rising temps and power bills. Even more, high temperatures can wreak havoc on our home, especially the air-conditioning system.

Prepare special brunch for Mother’s Day

This Sunday we celebrate Mother’s Day. According to the National Restaurant Association, this is the busiest day of the year for restaurants. If you have reservations about making reservations, factor in the wait time, overworked kitchens, overstretched wait staff and over-the-top expense.

Seen on Scene: At the Spring Jamboree

Asher Stewart, left, and Kinsley Irwin are crowned Little Mister and Little Miss Boulder City in Bicentennial Park on SaturdayMay 4, at the 42nd annual Spring Jamboree. The annual event is sponsored by the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce.

Bright Future

Copper Mountain Solar

Community Briefs, May 9

Candidates invited to meeting

Senior Center, May 9

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.

Older homeowners likely target for scammers

Scammers like to take advantage of the fact that many people above a certain age own their homes, thereby providing a valuable asset that increases the potential dollar value of certain scams.

City aims to put old hangar to use

Boulder City is looking for ideas on how the town’s old airport hangar and runway can be reused.

Historic preservation on parade

Instead of just talking about the community’s unique past and role in history, the city is inviting people to see it firsthand during Boulder City Historic Preservation Day.

Fisher gets grant to explore new spaces

A longtime Boulder City business and community partner recently received a federal grant to help sell its products to more countries throughout the world.

Put your best foot forward

Hi. My name is Hali and I have a confession to make. I’m addicted to shoes. It doesn’t matter what type; heels, boots, flats and sandals all find their way to my home.

Set to Serve

Hali Bernstein Saylor/Boulder City Review

Barth honored by sorority

Norma Barth was named Beta Sigma Phi’s Community Lady of the Year during the sorority’s annual Founders Day celebration Monday, April 29, at the Railroad Pass Casino.

Chamber ready to ‘Jam’

Boulder City’s long-standing Spring Jamboree festival is back for its 42nd year with something new.

Champion for Children

Linda Faiss of Boulder City holds the award she was presented for her service and philanthropy on behalf of St. Jude’s Ranch for Children during the nonprofit’s third annual Wine Women &Shoes fundraiser Sunday, April 28, at The Enclave in Las Vegas. Faiss is a member of the board of directors for the organization that provides a stable home environment for abused and neglected children.

Candidate forum scheduled

The Boulder City Review is sponsoring a forum featuring the mayoral and City Council candidates running in the June general election. It will be held from 6-8 p.m. May 13 at the Elaine K. Smith Building, 700 Wyoming St.

Veterans home receives accolades for care, service

The Southern Nevada State Veterans Home in Boulder City was recently recognized nationally and by the state for its care and service.

Lady Eagles best Pirates

An up-and-down season became satisfying Monday, April 29, when Boulder City High School’s softball team defeated rival Moapa Valley 11-9.

Moapa holds off BCHS

Playing for first place in the 3A Sunrise League, Boulder City High School’s baseball team fell to rival Moapa Valley 10-6 on Monday, April 29.