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 PATRIOTIC PARTY: The city’s many volunteers will be honored and saluted during the 69th annual Damboree. The day-long Fourth of July celebration kicks off at 7 a.m. with pancakes in Bicentennial Park and concludes around 11 p.m. with musical entertainment in Veterans’ Memorial Park. In between there will be a parade, games, contests, food, drink and, of course, a fireworks show (it starts at 9 p.m. at Veterans’ Memorial Park). With temperatures expected to be over 100 F, the parade’s water zone is sure to be a hit. Details can be found at http://www.bcnv.org/351/Damboree-Celebration.
1 BEST OF THE BLUES: Las Vegas-based band Monk and the Po Boys will pay tribute to legendary blues performers during their show Saturday night at The Dillinger Food and Drinkery. The show begins at 8:30 p.m. The Dillinger is at 1224 Arizona St. Call 702-293-4001 or visit www.thedillinger.com for more information.
1 FAMILY AFFAIR: Take a trip through time with a father and his sons, who, as the Bronx Wanderers, perform music from the 1950s through the 1970s. The trio’s show begins at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, 100 St. Jude’s St., as part of Win-Win Entertainment’s monthly program. There is no cost to attend, but reservations are requested. Call 702-294-7167 for reservations or more information.
1 FISHY BUSINESS: Anglers and those wanting to learn about the sport are invited to participate in Nevada’s Free Fishing Day Saturday. From 8-11 a.m. there will be an event at the pond at Veterans’ Memorial Park, 1650 Buchanan Blvd., featuring fishing, casting lessons, art, prizes and more.
1 COME DANCE WITH ME: Students from Dance Etc. will perform in two shows, “Tales from Transylvania” and “Tribute” at the historic Boulder Theatre. “Tales from Transylvania” will be presented at 6:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday and noon Saturday. “Tribute” will be presented at 4 and 7 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $25. For more information, call 702-293-5001 or go to www.danceetcnv.com.
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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.
