Author: Patrick Henry Sweeney

  • Gilpin Eagles Football tanks the Hayden Tigers

    Gilpin Eagles Football tanks the Hayden Tigers

    fb_eryklorenz-haydengamePlus Volleyball match results

    by Patty Unruh

    Football Victory over Hayden

    The Gilpin H.S. Eagles football team put a tiger in their tank – the Hayden Tigers football team, that is – on October 14, coming away with a 36-0 win in the away conference contest. Gilpin holds a 4-3 overall record, 2-1 in league action. Hayden is 3-4 overall and 1-2 league. (more…)

  • Arrest made in Nederland police station bomb case

    Arrest made in Nederland police station bomb case

    Device designed to be remotely detonated, officials say

    PRESS RELEASE – A California man suspected of leaving a homemade explosive outside a police station in a small Colorado mountain town was arrested after being spotted on surveillance video from a store where he bought a cellphone used in the device, two law enforcement officials said Monday. (more…)

  • Colorado School Boards urge adoption of school finance act

    Colorado School Boards urge adoption of school finance act

    school_esmeeGilpin Board of Education enjoys a hot game of Relationship Bingo

    by Patty Unruh

    The Gilpin Board of Education met on Tuesday, October 18, at 7:00 p.m. Board members Craig Holmes, Brook Ramsey, Charlotte Taylor, and Kersten Armstrong were present; Steve Boulter was absent. Superintendent David MacKenzie, Secondary Principal Alexis Donaldson, Elementary Principal Heather Huntoon, (more…)

  • Wildfires are the biggest threat to our community

    Wildfires are the biggest threat to our community

    But fire protection is the only one provided by volunteers

    By Randy Beaudette

    Timberline Board of Directors called to order their regularly scheduled meeting October 12, 2016 promptly at 7:20 pm. at Timberline Station 7, 14908 Colorado Highway 119. (more…)

  • Main Street in Central City reversing direction

    Main Street in Central City reversing direction

    Council votes for trial period switching directions

    By David Josselyn

    Regular Council Meeting

    The Central City Regular Council Meeting convened at 7:08 p.m. following the first 2017 budget work session. The Council immediately entered into Executive Session for legal advice on specific questions related to the Business Improvement District Act. (more…)

  • Black Hawk updates fire and police department guides

    Black Hawk updates fire and police department guides

    randybeaudette_bh-bellringerCouncil approves new roofing bid

    By Randy Beaudette

    The bell rang out at 2:57 p.m. by Weekly Register-Call reporter Randy Beaudette and the regular meeting of the Black Hawk City Council was called to order on Wednesday, October 12, 2016, by Mayor Spellman. (more…)

  • A tailing tale of Alonzo & Mary Allen

    A tailing tale of Alonzo & Mary Allen

    alonzoallenColorado Pioneers

    By Maggie Magoffin

    Alonzo Nelson Allen was born in 1820 to John and Anna (Greenleaf) Allen on a farm near Seneca, New York. A quiet man, hard of hearing, he rarely discussed his early years. In his twenties, he relocated to Ohio and later to Columbus, Wisconsin where he farmed and operated a mill. (more…)

  • Central’s Police Department is no more

    Central’s Police Department is no more

    ccpoliceh30200Joint meeting with County seals the deal

    By David Josselyn

    National concerns regarding police brutality and lethal force will not be coming to Central City anytime soon. As of January 1, 2017, Central City will no longer have a police force protecting its fine citizens; instead, dedicated county deputies will be patrolling the area and keeping us safe. (more…)

  • Soroco rocks Gilpin 20-14 in home football action

    Soroco rocks Gilpin 20-14 in home football action

    fb_jackballVolleyball opponents serve up three losses to Lady Eagles

    by Patty Unruh

    Eagles Meet the Rams

    The Gilpin H.S. Eagles football squad was close to pulling off a win against the Soroco Rams last Saturday, October 8. But as they say, “close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades.” Dreams of victory blew up in a disappointing 20-14 overtime loss, but the Eagles made their stronger competitors work for every point. (more…)

  • A field trip to remember in Gilpin County

    A field trip to remember in Gilpin County

    dar_masoniclodge_bDaughters of the American Revolution

    By Cheryl Lydyard

    Members of the Mountain Rendezvous Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, recently enjoyed a field trip to Gilpin County. The chapter is based in Evergreen but has several members who live in Gilpin County. (more…)

  • Opening of The Scarlet

    Opening of The Scarlet

    thescarlet_cc_02Presenting music and art in Central City

    By Barry Raphael

    Something exciting is happening in the heart of Central City – the opening of the new venue, The Scarlet, located at 130 Main Street. On Friday, Oct 14, the 7 Healing Stars Oneness Center, Colorado Concerts, and Feyline present international musical performers (more…)

  • Gilpin residents hear from commissioner hopefuls

    Gilpin residents hear from commissioner hopefuls

    candidates_forumEvery resident will vote for both District 1 and District 3 candidates

    by Patty Unruh

    About 80 people turned out at the Gilpin Community Center last Saturday afternoon, October 1, for an election forum. The audience heard the qualifications and positions of the six candidates for the Board of County Commissioners. Top issues included transportation, medical services, whether or not to diversify apart from the gaming industry, and accessibility to county facilities and to the commissioners themselves. (more…)

  • Yee-ha! Gilpin’s football squad beats the Cowboys of Plateau Valley

    Yee-ha! Gilpin’s football squad beats the Cowboys of Plateau Valley

    vb_9-nicole-adamsLady Eagles’ volleyball clips two Eagle opponents

    by Patty Unruh

    The Gilpin High School Eagle teams had a winning time last week as the varsity volleyball players flew past three adversaries, two of them also Eagles teams, and the Gilpin football team won over Plateau Valley in overtime play. (more…)

  • A tailing tale of Corbit Bacon

    A tailing tale of Corbit Bacon

    corbitbaconA Colorado Pioneer

    By Maggie Magoffin

    Anyone who settled in what is now Colorado prior to February 26, 1861 is known as a pioneer. Previously, the area was little known except to Indians and occasional explorers. Colorado was established as a territory on August 1, 1876. (more…)

  • Everything is back to “normal”

    Everything is back to “normal”

    chiefglennlevy_workingTimberline Fire Protection District

    By Chief Glenn Levy

    This was a pretty tough fire season and we are glad that our weather and moisture levels are getting back to normal. It is still pretty dry out there and we are currently in our fall fire season. We must continue to be vigilant even this late in the year. I know…it never seems to end. (more…)

  • Jeeping adventures

    Jeeping adventures

    jeepin_0042Off-roading on local trails to enjoy the fall weather and colors

    By Aaron Storms

    Needing a change of pace from the office and computers, there’s nothing like getting out on the trails in the Jeep, motorcycles, or ATV’s and enjoying the awesome fall weather and colors. We took a few days off, and Robin and I completed a 3-day Jeep trip running some local trails with friends Ron & Becky Anderson from Madison, WI. (more…)