In some ways, Stella Roy is a bit of an old soul.
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Boulder City High School baseball advanced to 7-7 on the season, picking up victories in their last two outings.
By Abby Francis
When the 2023 inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame were announced last week, one newer resident of Boulder City had more of an emotional stake in the outcome than most.
Filming movies, television shows or commercials in Las Vegas is very common. But over the years, Boulder City has seen its fair share of moments on the both the big and small screen as well as the pages of many magazines.
1 TAKE A DIP: You can cool off, have fun and get some exercise at the same time at the Boulder City Municipal Pool. Open swim is 1-5 p.m. daily, with adult lap time 6-9 a.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m.-noon and 6-7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Family swim time is scheduled for 5-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Admission is $2 for people 17 and younger and $3 for those 18 and older. The pool is at 861 Avenue B. For more information, call the pool at 702-293-9286.
1 TALES AND SONGS: The Hampstead Stage Co. will bring its show “American Folktales & Songs” to the Boulder City Library at 3 p.m. Friday in the community room. The show, set during the height of the Great Depression, revolves around two traveling workers who find warmth in sharing folk songs and tall tales on a frigid night. The library is at 701 Adams Blvd. Call 702-293-1281 for more information.
1 FESTIVE FOURTH: America the Beautiful: Destination Boulder City is theme of the annual Fourth of July celebration. Festivities begin at 7 a.m. in Bicentennial Park with a pancake breakfast presented by the Rotary Club of Boulder City. Starting at 9 a.m., a parade will travel through downtown, ending at Broadbent Park, where there will be midway games, food and drinks. At 11 a.m., there will be a coin toss at the municipal pool. Evening activities and a fireworks show will be held at Veterans’ Memorial Park, with gates opening at 4 p.m. A full schedule is available at https://www.bcnv.org/351/Damboree-Celebration.
1 GLOBAL ANGLING: Head over to Boulder Beach at Lake Mead National Recreation Area to celebrate World Fishing Day on Saturday. From 6-8 a.m. staff from the Nevada Department of Wildlife will be at the Hemenway fishing pier with bait, fishing gear and tips for those who want to participate. Those attending should wear water shoes, a hat and sunglasses. Online reservations are recommended and can be made at https://register-ed.com/programs/nevada/210-angler-education. For more information, call 702-486-5127, ext. 3850.
1 BOULDER CITY SWINGS: The Dam Short Film Festival is hosting an evening of dance and live music Saturday, June 16, at the historic Los Angeles Department of Water and Power building, 600 Nevada Way. Lindy-Ana Jones and the Temple of Swing will perform. The dance will start at 7 p.m., but beginner lessons will be offered at 6 p.m. Admission is $20.
1 GREEN GLOW: A evening golf tournament to benefit the Boulder City Professional Firefighters Association will be played Saturday at Boulder City Golf Course, 1 Clubhouse Drive. The nine-hole shotgun start tourney will begin at 8 p.m. after a 7 p.m. dinner. Golfers will use LED balls. For additional details or to see if spaces are still available, email nwalton@iafflocal5073.org.
1 INTERSTATE INVITATIONAL: Local residents, business owners and those who work in the city can get a firsthand look at Interstate 11 as it nears completion. People are invited to hike or bike along a stretch of the route between 6-10 a.m. Saturday. Parking is at the bridge near the south end of Buchanan Boulevard where the interstate crosses over. For reservations or more information, email publicworks@bcnv.org.
1 THEY’RE SMOKIN’: More than 30 professional and amateur barbecue teams will converge on downtown Boulder City on Friday and Saturday for the Rotary Club of Boulder City’s 14th annual Best Dam Barbecue Challenge. While the teams are preparing their entries, visitors can enjoy barbecue dishes from vendors, shopping and entertainment. Among the highlights are the rib-eating contest pitting Boulder City policemen against firemen, Best Dam Car Show and the KidsQue competition. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday at Bicentennial Park, 999 Colorado St. Visit https://www.bestdambarbecue.com for more information.
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It’s been just short of two months since of a trio of friends, who are also longtime local property and business owners, made an announcement that piqued the interest of many in Boulder City.
Councilwoman Sherri Jorgensen was full of praise regarding a recent all-schools event at the high school.
The city has approved disbursement of almost $255,000 in federally-supplied community development block grant (CDBG) funds to three local entities: the Senior Center, Emergency Aid and Lend A Hand.
In some ways, Stella Roy is a bit of an old soul.
