Colorado Wolf Adventures educates and entertains
by Patty Unruh
Gilpin County is home to a variety of animals that can delight us or frighten us: bears, moose, foxes, coyotes, and rarely, a mountain lion. Last Sunday, November 8, another seldom-seen creature — a wolf (more…)
“All it takes is one person to believe in you,” says speaker Kathy Sabine
by Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Education Foundation (GCEF) held its fifth annual scholarship dinner on Saturday, November 7, at the Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel in Black Hawk. Kathy Sabine, (more…)
148 projects displayed Gilpin students’ learning
by Patty Unruh
Albert Einstein once said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” How about a little bit of both? (more…)
By Maggie Magoffin
The sky above Quartz Hill glowed in vibrant hues of orange and gold. The pungent odor of burning timber carried on the chilling night air. Thick black smoke crept down the (more…)
More Voting Options this Year
by Heather Worrell
Gilpin County’s voters had just a few things on this year’s ballot. Those located within the Boulder Valley School District voted upon District Directors. Proposition BB was (more…)
July 15, 1950 – October 25, 2015
Charles Stephen Mangione, 65, of Cheyenne, died on Sunday, October 25, 2015 in Cheyenne. He was born on July 15, 1950 in Denver, Colorado and had lived here for five (more…)
Over $1,300 raised in silent auction fundraiser
by Patty Unruh
Negotiating the hallways at Gilpin County School last Friday evening was pretty tricky, but it was a real treat to see all the kiddos in their costumes for the annual Halloween (more…)
Volleyball team disappointed in District 8 finals
by Patty Unruh
Football
The Gilpin High School Eagles football team routed the Elbert Bulldogs 62-24 in a home conference match-up on Saturday, October 31. The game was a spirited Halloween clash (more…)
By Maggie Magoffin
William Z Cozens was born in L’Orignal, Canada on July 4, 1830. His parents, originally from New York and Vermont, resided for a few years in Canada then returned to the (more…)
Gilpin County engages crew for restoration and reinstallation
by Patty Unruh
Part of Gilpin County’s valued history is found in the stillness of a forest cemetery above Nevadaville. About 600 pioneers from the 1800’s and early 1900’s have their final resting (more…)
By Maggie Magoffin
Many thanks to Bruce and Janice Jones of Gilpin County for providing information on Captain Ozie Waters. Back in the day, Janice delivered the Denver Post in Gilpin County (more…)
Spooky Walking Tour of Central City’s Historic People and Places
By David Josselyn
For several years, Central City and the Business Improvement District have put on a walking tour of historic places accompanied by disturbing stories from the past called (more…)
Eagles first in state in total yards and rushing for 8-man teams
by Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County High School football squad rolled over the Nederland Panthers 38-18 on homecoming night, October 16. With the win, Gilpin’s Eagles own a 4-3 record, 2-1 at (more…)
By Maggie Magoffin
This tale of Emmy Wilson and the Glory Hole Tavern comes from an article written by David Forsyth and published in the 2005 Winter edition of Colorado Heritage magazine. (more…)
Gilpin volleyball has one win, one loss
by Patty Unruh
Football Round-Up
Gilpin High School’s football athletes lost to the Vail Christian Saints 48-16 on Saturday, October 10, in a home conference match-up. The Saints marched into the end zone for 7 touchdowns (more…)
Long-time Editor of the Weekly Register-Call
Ernest Allen Wright, 83, passed away peacefully after his battle with cancer on Oct 8, 2015. He is survived by his children Cathye Allen and Kevin (Lorri) Wright; grandchildren (more…)