Council approves online meetings and gaming tax relief during 30 day casino closures
By Randy Beaudette
A special online meeting of the Black Hawk City Council to address concerns in this ever changing COVID-19 environment took place on March 18, 2020 at 3:00 pm. (more…)
No confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Gilpin County – March 24th
By Randy Beaudette
An online special meeting of the Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) was held on Tuesday March 24, 2020 with topics again revolved around the COVID-19 outbreak and a discussion concerning delinquent interest on property taxes. (more…)
June 27, 1969 – March 18, 2020
It is with unimaginable sadness that the family of David Rush Hitchcock announces his passing on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020 in San Clemente, Ecuador. Born in Atlanta, GA on June 27, 1969, raised (mostly) in Louisville, David became a man of the world. David graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1992, with Lexington being the breeding ground for lifelong friendships and the love of bourbon (which by law is only truly made in KY). (more…)
Special meeting dealing with the COVID-19 outbreak repercussions
By Randy Beaudette
In a special online meeting of the Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) on Thursday March 19, 2020, topics revolved around the COVID-19 outbreak and a discussion of recovery planning. (more…)
Commissioners hold virtual meeting, all casinos and bars are closed
By Randy Beaudette
For the first time in history, the Gilpin County Commissioners held their regular meeting on March 17, 2020 via internet as a virtual meeting due to the Coronavirus outbreak. (more…)
Gregory Street Plaza Project moving along with rock slope stability mitigation
By Randy Beaudette
An amendment to the contract between Black Hawk and Roche Construction was the only agenda action item discussed during the Black Hawk City Council meeting held (more…)
Central City Council Meets via Teleconference
By David Josselyn
Work Session
Council met with Staff for a work session prior to the regular meeting. The topics of discussion were speed limits on the Central City Parkway and economic development funding. A speed study was completed on the Parkway and Manager Miera presented the (more…)
Visiting artist and author Jolene Sheldon works with Gilpin students
By Esmee Halsted
Jolene Sheldon, author of Jester Lester and The Mean Green Bean, has been working at Gilpin County School as a visiting artist with Mr. Halsted. She is extraordinary, both in her ability to plan projects and work (more…)
High Country Auxiliary Diner & Auction House
by Lisa L. Lopez
If you just happened to stop by the Gilpin Community Center on Saturday afternoon March 7 between the hours of 4:00 and 6:30 p.m., you found a horde of folks scurrying about, and numerous volunteers ready and waiting to check you in. Upon entering the gym, with the sight of tables lined up wall to wall, a quarter of them filled with generous (more…)
Council Business
By David Josselyn
Mayor Fey convened the regular meeting at 7:06 pm on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in City Hall Council Chambers. (more…)
At the Regional Playoffs vs Simla Cubs
By Gary King
Last Friday, March 6, Gilpin’s Lady Eagles ended their basketball season competing in the opening round of the 2020 2A girls’ basketball regional playoff tournament for Region 7. In assessing the 2019-2020 season, Head Coach Jeffery Schuessler said, “I think we peaked at the end of the season, (more…)
Gilpin County Public Health
By Bonnie Albrecht
As COVID-19 updates continue, it is normal to feel anxious about a new disease. Currently, the risk to most Coloradans is low, and we are confident the healthcare system here is prepared to respond quickly to identify and evaluate any suspected cases to minimize potential spread. The best thing you can do to protect yourself and your family is to stay informed from reliable sources and know the facts. (more…)
Colorado Parks and Wildlife initiates collar project with bighorns
By Jason Clay
Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists and officers are taking flight on a new project to examine the Tarryall-Kenosha Mountain bighorn sheep herd that at one time was one of the largest and most well-known herds in the country, but has since seen declines over the years. (more…)
Nevadaville History
By Mary Peery
Many stories have been written about the renowned miner Patrick D. Casey, whose career in the mining district (Central City, Nevadaville, and Black Hawk), lasted just a few years. The stories below depict the candor and grit that Casey brought with him from New York, which led to his success and notoriety. Presented below are the works of three authors and an early Central City Daily Register newspaper article. The writers focus on (more…)
Featuring the Choir and Band
by Esmee Halsted
Last Thursday, March 5th, Gilpin School held one of their seasonal concerts – the Spring Concert. Featuring the middle school choir and middle/ high school band, the event started at 7 pm in the auditorium. In honor of the arts, the concert showcased everything the students had been working on this quarter. (more…)
Lady Eagles progress to Regional playoffs
By Gary King
The Eagles boys’ varsity basketball season came to a close with their loss to the Dawson Mustangs in the Division 7 playoffs. It has been a challenging season for the boy’s team with a record of 4 wins to 16 losses. However, the season has been one of growth with a number of less experienced players acquiring valuable court time and a period of honing (more…)