The hype surrounding the Sphere’s addition to the Las Vegas skyline is bringing a smaller known issue to the forefront of people’s minds: light pollution.
Looking to build upon recent success, Boulder City High School has named former Desert Pines offensive coordinator Bubba Mariani as their new head football coach.
It may seem like a total contradiction, but Sandra Fraser is currently without a dog of her own.
As part of the consent agenda in their July 11 meeting, the City Council approved a contract for professional services associated with a coming redesign of the irrigation system at the Boulder City Municipal Golf Course.
For those who have ever been to Hoover Dam, it’s almost guaranteed they have seen Oskar J.W. Hansen’s Winged Figures, which has stood for nearly nine decades.
For those who attended the May 18 public input session at the Boulder City Senior Center, which asked residents “What keeps you up at night?” one may have walked away thinking homelessness was the top issue facing Boulder City.
In their July 11 meeting, as part of the consent agenda, the City Council approved budget increases for a pair of local flood control projects.
The Boulder City Fire Department’s desire to build a new training facility has taken a major step forward in becoming a reality.
Mental health issues are on the rise in the United States, aren’t they? I continue to read of the loneliness that America is facing as I smile concerning my information associated with the consciousness of humankind. Loneliness is somewhat ironic, isn’t it, since there are now over 8 billion humans on Earth?
After a seven-year hiatus, youth tackle football is back in Boulder City, following the creation of the Boulder City Bears youth organization founded by president and head coach James Cracolici.
I had a hard time deciding which story to lead off with here because there are a couple that are apropos. So of course, I’ll do ’em both.
Without discussion as part of the consent agenda, the City Council agreed to accept more than $3 million from the Regional Transportation Commission for the reconstruction of several residential streets in the subdivision called Golf Course Estates.
Not many can say they have two streets, a post office and a major beltway named after them. At least not those who haven’t served as president.
The notion of selling someone’s property without them knowing might seem far-fetched, but attempting the scam isn’t difficult.
As a combat-wounded, Purple Heart Vietnam War Army veteran, I’m a member of the major veterans’ organizations (including the American Legion Post 31 in Boulder City), and also a few smaller groups. When I lived in Los Angeles, I was very involved with the Disabled American Veterans and at one point was elected commander of the California DAV. I’m still a member of the Los Angeles chapter and also of a chapter in Nevada. I receive the quarterly DAV magazine, and the current issue carries an article that is of some personal interest. It was written about the former military draft, and included an interview with DAV Past National Commander Dennis Joyner.
Scam artists have come a long way since the 1990s when letters from a Nigerian prince promised the recipient riches if they would pay to help release the prince’s funds.
Issues surrounding the Boulder City Airport playing a role in many of the most contentious stories about city government over the past several years is nothing new.
When she was just 16, Sara Farnsworth was told by doctors that, more than likely, she’d never walk again and her mobility would be limited to that of an electric wheelchair.
In a pair of actions that took a total of perhaps five minutes in a Boulder City Council meeting Tuesday that lasted nearly five hours, the city council approved the lease terms for a battery facility to be used for storing energy generated by existing solar panels. Also introduced was a potential action that would open up more than 783 acres in the Eldorado Valley for future solar development.
The quality of tap water in Boulder City exceeds all federal standards according to 2023 Water Quality Report issued by the city last week. The report is issued annually in July each year.
When Joe DeSimone opened the Railroad Pass Travel Center in 2018, he never anticipated having déjà vu five years later.
Garrett Junior High School was one of nine schools around the state accepted to the Nevada STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Leader’s Academy, which was a two-year program, run by the state to work with a few schools and help them create a STEM Strategic Plan for their school.
A trio of Boulder City swimmers, who are also siblings, had strong showings in several events last weekend in a meet held at the University of Southern California. The meet featured swimmers from Arizona, Utah, Oregon, California, Nevada and Wyoming. Representing the Boulder City Heatwave were, from left, Phoebe McClaren who finished eighth overall in the 800-meter freestyle and ninth in the 1,500-meter freestyle, Zoey McClaren and Duncan McClaren, who both had personal bests.
Boulder City was well represented at the Bigfoot Hoops Las Vegas Main Event tournament, July 6-9. AAU teams from around the country attended this NCAA certified event, as well as college coaches who eyed potential recruits. Playing for the Henderson Basketball Academy team, the 16-year-olds earned the Gold Level Championship Trophy. Look for these players at the Boulder City High School games this season.
Most municipalities and counties in Nevada receive revenue from gaming taxes; Boulder City does not. The recent focus by California and at the national level on renewable energy development allowed Boulder City to take advantage of its unique position for solar development, leasing city-owned land for energy production.
As I write that title, I immediately worry about sunscreen disclaimers. However, when it comes to summer, vacations, family time, and a simply slower pace, I suppose responsible fun in the sun is still a great opportunity to take a deep breath and re-center our busy lives. I can’t think of a better place to find an enjoyable balance of activities like outdoor adventure and indoor shopping or dining, than in charming Boulder City.
Each year, the Boulder City Damboree draws thousands of residents, as well as those from the Vegas Valley. The day features a pancake breakfast, parade, events in Broadbent Park and later in the afternoon at Veterans Memorial Park, culminating in a 30-minute fireworks show to celebrate the Fourth of July.
