Star Power

(Hali Bernstein Saylor/Boulder City Review) Thomas Valencia, education and outreach specialist at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, sets up a telescope Saturday, June 29, for a star party. About 50 people attended the event to learn more about stars and constellations as well as view deep-space objects that were visible between the clouds.

(Hali Bernstein Saylor/Boulder City Review) Niki Heun, an interpretation and education technician at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, presented a program about constellations and asterisms (prominent group of stars) during an evening star party at the national park Saturday, June 29.

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By Hali Bernstein Saylor Boulder City Review

July 3, 2019 - 2:48 pm

Hali Bernstein Saylor/Boulder City Review

Thomas Valencia, education and outreach specialist at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, sets up a telescope Saturday, June 29, for a star party. About 50 people attended the event to learn more about stars and constellations as well as view deep-space objects that were visible between the clouds.

Niki Heun, an interpretation and education technician at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, presented a program about constellations and asterisms (prominent group of stars) during an evening star party at the national park Saturday, June 29.

By Hali Bernstein Saylor

Boulder City Review

Popular block party moving location

By Ron Eland Boulder City Review

October 16, 2025 - 5:08 pm

It’s no secret that Boulder City residents enjoy their community events, especially in fall. One more to mark on the calendar is the annual street dance/block party that in recent years has been hosted by The Dillinger owner Grant Turner. It’s set for Saturday, Oct. 25 beginning at 2 p.m. and ending around 11:30 p.m.

King Elementary launches into learning at STARBASE

By Jason Schrock Principal, King Elementary

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Fifth-graders from Martha P. King Elementary School recently took part in an unforgettable learning experience at STARBASE Henderson, a hands-on STEM program hosted at a Department of Defense lab.

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October 16, 2025 - 5:06 pm

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Rating reflects teachers’ commitment and determination of students

By Melanie Teemant Principal, Garrett Junior High

October 10, 2025 - 10:19 am

There’s no better way to begin this school year than by celebrating a truly incredible accomplishment of Garrett Junior High School officially earning a 5-Star school rating. This distinction represents the highest level of achievement under Nevada’s School Performance Framework and recognizes not only strong academic performance, but also growth, teamwork, and a positive school culture.

Everything from A to Z available at Country Store

By Ron Eland Boulder City Review

October 10, 2025 - 10:18 am

Whether you call it a garage sale, yard sale or tag sale, Grace Community Church’s Country Store is one of the largest of its kind in the area.

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By Amy Wagner Principal, Boulder City High School

October 2, 2025 - 6:45 pm

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Student achievement main focus at Mitchell

By Tracy Echeverria Principal, Mitchell Elementary

September 25, 2025 - 11:54 pm

Mitchell Elementary has enjoyed a great beginning to our school year as our staff continues to serve our students and families as their children learn and grow their leadership skills.

What is a PSA test and why you need one

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