Where does the time go?
Opinion
The USA is the longest standing democratic republic in the history of the world. Much history has passed since the country declared its independence from Great Britain, hasn’t it? Even the king of England celebrated our independence by visiting the United States of America in April of this year.
For most Boulder City kids, summer vacation is quickly coming to an end as classes are set to begin the second week of August.
While the summer may be wrapping up, we have some great resources to help you get ready for school and some amazing programs in August. No matter what grade you are going into, whether it’s kindergarten or grad school, the library has a database or program for you.
For four years now I’ve covered the annual Boulder City Chamber of Commerce dinner and awards night. And for four years there’s a part that always gets me a bit misty-eyed.
We need to consider the future supply of water in plans for growth in Boulder City. Boulder City used over 3 billion gallons of water so far this year (about 550 gallons per person per day). Residential consumption was about 200 gallons per person per day. None of this water is returned to Lake Mead. In the Las Vegas Valley water use is about 100 gallons per person per day because about 50 percent of the water removed from Lake Mead is returned to the lake.
My throwback Thursday piece has a lot to offer if you’re seeking a good movie on this Thanksgiving weekend.
It has now been nine days since the nation elected a new president. Donald Trump will be the 45th president of the United States.
Boulder City, like many other communities, has a provision for small-business owners to conduct work from their home addresses, and there are certain rules to carry out the day-to-day activities related to those businesses. What is not well-known by many small-business owners is how those businesses are managed.
“Hope needs some help.” I heard that sentence the other day from a talk show host. He added that he is always hopeful but not an optimist. His words got me to thinking.
As a resident of Boulder City since 1965 I have seen our town evolve into a place that I will always call my hometown.
Tomorrow marks the start of my fourth year as editor of the Boulder City Review. My how time flies.
We finally have the presidential decision behind us, but another big decision still looms for Boulder City. It is clear from the mayor’s August opinion piece and talk of “right-sizing” that people are preparing to change Boulder City’s long-standing growth ordinance, and the sticking point is going to be the yearly cap of 120 homes and the individual developer cap of 30 homes.
When the Hoover Dam was being built, the mob came through Boulder City. Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel was known for his stamp on Las Vegas, but it was here in Boulder City that his first business opportunities in Nevada were proposed. Yes, Bugsy Siegel’s interest in Nevada started with the mafia asking him to solicit Hoover Dam workers as customers for illegal endeavors.
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It appears that everyone is on the same page in that they want to see motels in Boulder City retain their historic charm.
Like many parents of school-aged children, Boulder City’s Alex and Anabel Smith often find their weekends filled with youth activities and sports.
Last week, the city of Boulder City announced a proposal to raise utility rates by 15% over the next three years.
Where does the time go?
