Zoning changes, summer rehabilitation projects
By Lynn Volkens
Black Hawk Mayor David Spellman and City Council members Linda Armbright, Paul Bennett, Diane Cales, Jim Johnson, Greg Moates and Benito Torres met May 22, 2013 for the regularly scheduled City Council meeting. They approved purchase of approximately (more…)
Zoning code revisions, Forest Service agreement
By Lynn Volkens
Gilpin County Commissioners Buddy Schmalz, Connie McLain and Gail Watson considered numerous Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) grant applications the County and other entities will submit this year. Gilpin is being more aggressive in seeking the (more…)
Year-round venue to showcase one-of-a-kind works
By Lynn Volkens
There’s a new art gallery in Central City. Located right at the top of Main Street, just a few steps up Eureka Street, this satellite venue of the Gilpin County Arts Association gallery occupies the second floor of the Central City Visitors Center (103 Eureka Street). On May (more…)
Armed Forces Day celebrated at Gilpin Community Center
By David Josselyn
The VFW Stanley-Nelson Post 7563 of Central City, together with the American Legion Cody-Thomas Post 166 of Central City recognized Armed Forces Day outside the Gilpin Community Center on Saturday, May 18th. The ceremony took place in front of the Gilpin (more…)
30 Years Ago – May 27, 1983
The postage-paid return cards that were mailed to all registered voters along with a letter from the commissioners asking for input on the proposed one percent county sales tax and motor vehicle use tax asked people if they approved or disapproved and provided a space (more…)
Axle problems to be fixed later
By Lynn Volkens
Timberline Fire Protection District’s board of directors met May 14, 2013. Board members Rick Wenzel, Jim Crawford, Kay Johnson and Paul Ondr were present. Chris Samuelson was absent. This report incorporates information from the April meeting. All (more…)
Metal Mining Association Dinner a Squeal of Delight
By David Josselyn
On Saturday, May 18th, The Clear Creek-Gilpin County Metal Mining Association (CCCMMA) held the 72nd Annual George A. Jackson “Sowbelly” Dinner at the Elks Club in Idaho Springs. Sowbelly is not a reference to what the doctor does after stapling your (more…)
Youth get community support for higher education
By Patty Unruh
Gilpin County High School seniors were awarded $220,050 in scholarships to help them further their education. The students were notified of the awards at a ceremony May 15 at the school auditorium. (more…)
County Management
By Roger Baker
The “Annual Operating and Financial Plan” that was approved at Tuesday’s meeting of the Gilpin County Commissioners was an indication of how close – and yet confusing – the County’s relationship with the US Forest Service is. (more…)
Sixth grade students attend YMCA camp
by Patty Unruh
Sixth graders from Gilpin County School attended the YMCA of the Rockies outdoor education camp May 6 through 8. The campers arrived on May 6 with sack lunches and great attitudes. Judging by the activities, it was a time of fun and learning for all. (more…)
Sharing memories and planning for the future
By Sunny Vincent
The auditorium was decorated with sliver and purple this year, as the seniors had picked those for their class colors. You could feel the excitement from the seniors as they walked by in their cap and gowns and got ready to enter the auditorium. (more…)
Officer, Citizen, Business and more
By Lynn Volkens
Crime Stoppers of Gilpin and Clear Creek Counties held their annual Lyle Wohlers Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon on May 8, 2013 at Ameristar Casino in Black Hawk. The event was hosted this year by the Central (more…)
Peak to Peak Chorale musical theatre delights audiences
By Patty Unruh
The Peak to Peak Chorale presented its annual musical theatre, “William, William! What Have You Done?!” The program was given May 3 at the Black Forest Restaurant in Nederland, with concert, dessert, and a cash bar; May (more…)
Workshop for kids at the Gilpin County Library
By Patty Unruh
The CSU Extension held a workshop for kids on Saturday, May 11 at the Gilpin County Library entitled “Kids, Be Wild Wise!” The workshop was part of a month-long series of free programs being held to assist mountain (more…)
30 Years Ago – May 20, 1983
Black Hawk and Central City will work together on a grant application for a study of the two water systems.
Randy Lara, manager of Crook’s Palace, angrily informed the Black Hawk City Council that he feels that bar is being harassed by Central City police, Gilpin County sheriff’s deputies and the State Patrol. Last Sunday, according (more…)
Gilpin County Middle School and High School Music and Art
By Patty Unruh
Middle school and high school students from Gilpin County showed off what they could do musically and artistically on May 8 before an enthusiastic audience of their families and peers. A good-sized crowd braved the mix of (more…)