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Mine-ful existence: Man transforms abandoned shaft into personal Shangri-La

Richard Roman lives by few rules. But one he made up himself: When you’re in hell, move a few ZIP codes away and make your own heaven. His heaven is a simple life at a surprisingly cozy encampment in an abandoned mine shaft above Boulder City, just 26 miles southeast of the glitzy and glamorous city that wore him out.

Business Beat: Local merchants support Smalll Business Saturday

Among the many things Boulder City is known for is its unique and quaint business community. And after the hustle and bustle of preparing and serving a family feast for Thanksgiving and braving the crowds for Black Friday holiday shopping, the city’s merchants are offering a welcome respite as they mark Small Business Saturday.

Planners recommend parcel for renewable energy

The Planning Commission is recommending a 1,275-acre parcel be added to the city’s land management process list for renewable energy generation.

News Briefs, Nov. 28

Trial date set for former City Council candidate

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Police Blotter, Nov. 28

Nov. 19, 11:37 a.m.

Hoskins named to council

Judith Hoskins was selected as Boulder City’s newest council member during an hourlong special meeting Monday evening.

Airport tenant questions fuel policy

An operator at the Boulder City Municipal Airport said the terms of his lease are not being allowed, but according to the city, he is violating the agreement.

New sign will welcome visitors to state

A new sign welcoming people to Nevada will be installed near Hoover Dam Bridge on northbound Interstate 11.

Driver in fatal crash ordered to court

A driver involved in a fatal crash on Boulder City Parkway in March is rejecting an offer to plead guilty to lesser charges in district court.

Police Blotter, Nov. 21

Nov. 12, 3:52 a.m.

News Briefs, Nov. 21

Quarantine ends at corrals

Scammers find new ways to trick people

Every week we receive calls about a new scam over the phone or internet. These are rarely “new” but refurbished oldies that are given a dust-up treatment and a few changes. I will spend the next few weeks examining them, in detail, so that you are prepared when you see or hear them. Be sure to pass the information on to your friends who may not have heard of them.

Council seat to be filled Monday

A replacement to the City Council seat vacated by the death of Councilman Warren Harhay will be appointed at a special meeting at 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, in City Hall.

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