Gilpin couple bikes to honor our nation’s military
by Patty Unruh
“There is never a ‘dry eye’ day,” is Jed Gilman’s assessment about Run For The Wall (RFTW), a huge cross-country motorcycle mission conducted in honor of our nation’s veterans each May. (more…)
Filling the streets with music, food, drink, and dancing
By Jaclyn Schrock
Perpetual positive comments and smiles filled Central City’s Main Street, Saturday, June 9th. Central Jazz is the ‘reboot’ of the 1976-1992 Central City Jazz Festival enriching traditional fine arts culture which attracted a good crowd to one of Colorado easiest to access original historical destinations. (more…)
A Gilpin County resident who wanted to be here
By Jaclyn Schrock
Donna Cozart was a Gilpin County property owner since 1963, and a full-time resident since 1980.
Ms. Donna grew up near 1st and Pearl in Denver, the youngest of three children with an older brother Jack, and a sister Virginia. She tells of living across the street from the steps to go in to (more…)
Commissioners review I-70 Awareness Campaign
By Randy Beaudette
Once again the Gilpin County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) Gail Watson, Linda Isenhart, and Ron Engels were greeted with a full and varied agenda for the regular Commissioners meeting that took place promptly at 9:00 am on Tuesday June 12, 2018 at the newly restored Gilpin County Courthouse. (more…)
Popular tourist attraction reopens
by Dave Gibson
It took almost five years, but Boulder Falls has finally reopened to the public. Located between Nederland and Boulder on Hwy 119, the trail next to the scenic attraction was wiped out by the destructive floods of September, 2013. 1.2 million dollars were spent by Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks repairing the hiking trail, stabilizing slopes, and adding a new gabion rock wall. Access to Boulder Falls will remain open until November 1st when the trail closes for winter.
November 22, 1924 – May 24, 2018
Christa Maria (Seidel) Siemer, 93, departed this life on May 24th, 2018. Christa, or Chris (as she was known to many) was born on November 22, 1924 in Trachenberg, Germany. As the daughter of a dentist, Christa spent a happy childhood until World War II when the family became refugees. At the age of 16 Christa joined the Red Cross as a nurse’s aide.
Following the end of the war, Christa worked in the civilian department for the United States Army. It was during this time she decided she wanted to be an (more…)
71st Annual Juried Art Show Opens
By David Josselyn
As the rebirth of jazz approaches, the Gilpin County Arts Association opened their 71st Annual Juried Art Show on June 2, 2018. This is the longest running juried show in (more…)
Central City considers use as a community center
by Patty Unruh
Central City’s historic Belvidere Theatre was the scene of a special fundraising event last Sunday afternoon, June 3. The City has been working to acquire funding and begin renovation on the long-neglected building. There is much to be done, and the fundraiser showed people how they could help. (more…)
Two meetings in two weeks
By David Josselyn
The First Special Meeting
On Tuesday, May 29, 2018, Central City Council held a special meeting to address several issues. Several Council members and staff have planned absences during the summer lessening the number of meetings to one per month, so this push felt necessary and responsible to address needs timely. (more…)
Track and field construction on schedule
by Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Education met on Tuesday, June 5, at 7:00 p.m. for its final meeting of the 2017-18 school year. (more…)
Doing Europe in three weeks
by Pam Deck
It’s still fun to travel! Despite all the hassles of security check-ins, the world is an exciting place to venture in. I just finished three fun and exhausting weeks in six different countries. I loved every minute of it! Yes, even the “not so clear information” became clear with the help of many lovely people to guide me along. I did not do a “tour thing” because I hate large groups and I hate “cookie cutter” type of trips where everyone takes you to the same places. Yes, it is nice to (more…)
Passing on local history to the next generation
By Jaclyn Schrock
Susan Sepanik teaches math and science, and Beth Olkowsky teaches language arts and history. Both teachers are among the finest teachers, building strong relationships with each individual 4th grader while having half the 4th graders in their homeroom class. These teachers work together to keep learning accurately accountable and fun while adventuring through Colorado history using hands-on science experiences and discovering real facts. (more…)
“Corteo”
by Dave Gibson
From its humble beginnings of twenty acrobats and jugglers in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, in 1984, Cirque du Soloeil (Circus of the Sun) has completely revolutionized the circus industry while becoming the juggernaut that it is today. Employing nearly 4,000 people behind the scenes and 1,300 (more…)
June 9th at St. James Church in Central City
By Edward J. Lewandowski
My dad, Edward R. Lewandowski, passed away on March 14, 2018. He was a World War II veteran who served in the Army Air Corps as a flight engineer on C-47s, B-17s, and B-29s.
Dad was the founder of the Broken Handle Mining Corporation in 1955 and was the President ever since. He began mining in high-altitude mines (El. 12,000 ft) in (more…)
March 16, 1932 – February 13, 2018
Dr. Jerald “Jerry” A. Griess, 85, died Tuesday, February 13, 2018 in Murfreesboro, TN from complications related to his blood pressure and Parkinson’s Disease. In hospice care for four days, Jerry passed on peacefully in his sleep.
Jerry was preceded in death by his first wife Roberta Griess and his parents Alfred and Frieda (Engelhardt) Griess. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Rosalie (more…)
The National Automobile Museum
By Randy Beaudette
A journey that every car enthusiasts should consider is the best way to summarize a visit to The National Automobile Museum in Reno Nevada.
The collection of automobiles was started modestly by casino owner William F. “Bill” Harrah in 1948 with the purchase of a 1907 Maxwell and a 1911 Ford Model T. Harrah (more…)