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April 29, 2025 35 mins

Serving Boulder City: Leadership, Community, and Making a Difference.

In today's episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill has the pleasure of chatting with Boulder City Council Member, Denise Ashurst. 

Denise Ashurst shares her inspiring journey from interior decorator and Air Force veteran to beloved community leader in Boulder City. Denise opens up about her passion for serving others, her work with Pride and Purity helping women make positive life choices, and her commitment to community outreach—including initiatives like Wreaths Across America, Operation Christmas Child, and support for the homeless. 

You’ll also hear about Denise’s unique experiences, from growing up in New York to living abroad in The Netherlands, and the lessons she’s carried from her parents, her time in the military, and her early days as a cheerleader. Get ready for a heartfelt conversation filled with stories of service, resilience, and the power of community connection in the home of the Hoover Dam!

DISCUSSION TOPICS

  1. Denise Ashurst’s Background and Personality
  2. Professional Journey and Education
  3. Military Service and Relocation
  4. Interior Design Passion and Home Environment
  5. Current Passions and Major Projects
  6. Community Service and Outreach Initiatives
  7. Personal Fulfillment and Memorable Moments
  8. Political Campaigning and Negotiation
  9. Unique Life Experiences
  10. Cheerleading and Its Influence
  11. Reading, Learning, and Continuous Education
  12. Behind-the-Scenes in Local Government
  13. Family Background and Early Lessons
  14. Experience and Perspective on the Chamber of Commerce
  15. Reflection on Boulder City’s Future

IN THE MEDIA

Boulder City Review: Ashurst tops Fox for council seat
https://bouldercityreview.com/news/ashurst-tops-fox-for-council-seat-89361/

Boulder City.com: 2024 City Council Candidates Announced
https://www.bouldercity.com/2024-city-council-candidates-announced/

Boulder City.com: New Railroad Museum Visitor Center Breaks Ground
https://www.bouldercity.com/new-railroad-museum-breaks-ground

Elect Denise Ashurst Facebook Page

LEARN MORE

Click here to learn more about Denise and her work, visit the Boulder City Nevada wedsite at https://bcnv.org/ and Meet the Council at https://bcnv.org/941/Meet-the-Council.

To learn more about Denise's work with PrideinPurity, visit their website at https://prideinpurity.com/ or on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pride.inpurity.

KEYWORDS

Denise Ashurst, Council Member Denise Ashurst, Boulder City Government,  Pride in Purity, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast, Podcast Interview

#DeniseAshurst #CouncilMemberDeniseAshurst #BoulderCityGovernment #PrideinPurity #BoulderCity #JillLagan #BCNVChamber2025 #TheBestDamPodcast #PodcastInterview 

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