Council approves Hot Rod Hill Climb coming in September
By David Josselyn
Regular Council Meeting
Mayor Fey convened a regular meeting of the City of Central Council at 7:00 pm on (more…)
Author: Patrick Henry Sweeney
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A 1970s Friday night ritual in Gilpin County
Family night at the Gibbins house on Bald Mountainby Brian Gibbins
When we lived in the old Buck House west of Central City back in the 1970s, we observed a Friday night ritual of homemade pizza and episodes of “The Love Boat.” Pizza night was dad’s night to cook; with the help of Chef Boyardee and me. We usually started with the plain pizza kit and then added items available in the kitchen. (more…)
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The aerial invasion over Gilpin County
Concerns for Our Wildlife and HabitatBy Nahanni Freeman
I first moved to Gilpin County in 1975, attending Clark Elementary School and living in Black Hawk. After college, I moved back to my hometown 21 years ago, and have embraced the natural habitat that we are able to enjoy in this beautiful community. As noted by many other Gilpin residents, I have been disturbed and angered by the change to our environment that has resulted from the modification of flight patterns initiated by the FAA’s Denver Metroplex plan. In our community, we value the (more…)
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The Briggs Mine disaster in 1869
Gilpin Historical Societyby David Forsyth, PhD
Charles H. Briggs and his brothers arrived in Black Hawk on May 9, 1860. Like thousands of others, they came to try their hand at mining. The brothers discovered and worked the Briggs Mine, which was on the Gregory Lode near Central City. The mine was repeatedly referred to by newspapers of the time as one of the best mines in Gilpin County. Its ore was regularly displayed at state (more…)
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2021 Colorado State 8-Man All-Star Football Game
Gilpin County High School to Host By Gary King
The 2020-21 8-Man Football All-State game was held this Friday, July 9 under the lights on the Gilpin County High School football field located at 10595 Hwy 119, (more…)
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Gregory Street Plaza – a journey to Black Hawk’s historic past
The Future of Black Hawk, Part 3By Don Ireland
(Editor’s note: This is the final installment of a series regarding the ongoing Black Hawk renaissance, including planned developments and attractions.)
When the Gregory Street Plaza officially opens in July, it will offer the opportunity for people to step into the past and experience Black Hawk’s rich history. (more…)
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Black Hawk police chief aids Arvada during deadly shooting
Community comes together in supportBy Don Ireland
There is a human connection and shared pain when tragedy strikes a community. Last week, a shooting in Olde Town, Arvada not only stunned the community but it also impacted Black Hawk as well. Black Hawk Police Chief Michelle Moriarty was hosting a meeting with two Arvada police officers last Monday. They were discussing body cameras (more…)
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Black Hawk investing in and developing 700+ acres for outdoor hike/bike trails and activities
June 23 Council MeetingBy Don Ireland
Black Hawk has received a $46,600 state grant to help reimburse costs for the city’s police department during the Covid-19 pandemic. The city’s Board of Aldermen voted unanimously to accept the grant during last week’s council meeting. The grant was received from the Colorado Division of Criminal Justice, Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program (CESF). It will (more…)
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The life and times of Merna Obersler Slater
Surviving polio in Central City and loving lifeBy Jaclyn Schrock
Merna (Obersler) Slater was born in May 1945 to a miner in Central City, Colorado, and has experienced many good family times while living in a historic mining town in the mountains of Colorado. She has also seen her share of challenges, although she seems to become stronger with each trial. This is her story of life and times growing up in Central City and Colorado. Merna’s father’s, Joe Obersler, and his family knew poor conditions for Colorado miners, being in southern (more…)
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The 2021 Yellow Rose Ball
Denver debutants open the Central City Opera Summer FestivalBy Jaclyn Schrock
For 88 years Denver’s finest young women have been introduced to proper society in the garden between the Central City Opera House and the Teller House. About 25 juniors and/or senior high school young ladies are selected each year to be Flower Girls for the opening of the Central City Opera Summer Festival. (more…)
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Don’t enjoy gaming in Black Hawk? Well, go take a hike…
The Future of Black Hawk, Part 2By Don Ireland
(Editor’s note: This is the second in a series about the ongoing Black Hawk renaissance, including planned developments and attractions.)
Many visitors look at Black Hawk solely as a place to go and gamble, regardless of whether its slot machines, poker, baccarat, blackjack, craps or sports betting. However, that viewpoint of the mountain town may change in the future as the result of Black Hawk’s ongoing renaissance. (more…)
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Howlin’ Wind brewery opens in Rollinsville
Owners Melissa and Zach are living their dreamBy David Josselyn
A new brewery is opening in Rollinsville across the street from the historic Stage Stop called Howlin’ Wind Brewing and Blending. As they furiously prepare to open their doors this Saturday, June 26th, owners Melissa Nicholson and Zach Delashmit took a break from their preparations to answer a few questions about (more…)
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Mike Shayne comes to Central City
Gilpin Historical SocietyBy David Forsyth, PhD
On November 24, 1939, the Weekly Register-Call reported that Mr. and Mrs. Davis Dresser had visited Central City to do some research in the files of the newspaper. Only a die-hard fan would have known that Davis Dresser was in fact one of the best-known mystery writers of his time. He wrote under several pseudonyms, including Asa Baker, (more…)
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Gilpin County School Board budget for 2021/2022
Approved in school year’s final meetingBy Curt Halsted
The final school board meeting for the 2020/2021 school year the board was started a half hour early with a budget work session designed to provide time for the public to ask questions about the 2021/2022 budgets. Gilpin County School Business (more…)
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Prohibition in Central City
How a SpeakEasy served the communityBy Esmee Halsted
On Saturday, June 12th the longtime coming production of Prohibition premiered in the Opera House Gardens. A local play created by couple Patrice LeBlanc and Ed Schoenradt, the play features historical references to both the Great Depression and (more…)
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Changes, new attractions part of Black Hawk’s ongoing renaissance
The Future of Black Hawk, Part 1By Don Ireland
(Editor’s note: This is the first of several stories about planned developments and attractions for Black Hawk, including an artisan’s beverage community, the Gregory Street historic project, hiking trails and more.)
A renaissance is continuing for the City of Black Hawk. The community’s historic, gold-mining past has been well-documented and featured in books, magazines, newspaper stories and other media for more than a century. (more…)