By Maggie Magoffin
Many thanks to Karen Sullivan of Westminster, Colorado for sharing her amazing collection of books, magazines and news articles regarding Central City and the Gilpin (more…)
Category: Education
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The Art of Gilpin County
Sixteen artists open their studios to the public for one glorious weekendBy David Josselyn
The fourth annual Gilpin Art Studio Tour kicked off Saturday, September 19 for one beautiful fall weekend. Sixteen artists gave the public a chance to view where they create (more…)
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Eagles football gets a flying start with two wins
Gilpin Team knocks off Rocky Mt. Lutheran 52-6by Patty Unruh
Gilpin’s gridiron athletes triumphed 52-6 over rivals Rocky Mountain Lutheran (RML) of Northglenn in a league contest on Saturday, September 5. Fans came away elated at the (more…)
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Lady Eagles champs of Gilpin invitational volleyball tournament
Tip Soroco in cliffhanger final matchby Patty Unruh
Gilpin County High School hosted its annual invitational volleyball tournament on Friday, September 4. It was the Lady Eagles varsity’s first time in years to win the tourney (more…)
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Debunking the 5 big myths about WordPress
Cybersecurity has become a top priority for websites
By Kristen Thomaselli
The Internet is abuzz over last month’s major WordPress update. (more…)
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Gilpin School ramping up Infinite Campus communications
Accountability report, lighting improvements, and Chromebook securityby Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Education met on Tuesday, September 1. All Board members were present: President Craig Holmes, Brook Ramsey, Charlotte Taylor, Kersten Armstrong, and Steve Boulter. (more…)
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A tailing tale of beer
And the Colorado gold rush
By Maggie Magoffin
With Central City’s Annual Beer Fest fast approaching, I thought it might be interesting to research when the sweet golden brew first quenched the thirst of Coloradoans, (more…)
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Living with bears and moose
Timely tips from Colorado Parks & Wildlifeby Patty Unruh
Have you seen a bear or moose cross your yard this summer? If so, the sight can be both exhilarating and frightening. It’s important to know how to live with wildlife, for their benefit and ours. (more…)
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Gilpin HS Graduation
Class of 2015by Heather Worrell
Commencement ceremonies were completed for the Class of 2015 at Gilpin County High School last Saturday, May 16th. It was a momentous occasion filled with (more…)
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74th Annual George A. Jackson “Sowbelly” Dinner
Clear Creek-Gilpin County Metal Mining Associationby Heather Worrell
The 74th Annual George A. Jackson “Sowbelly” Dinner occurred on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at the Elks Lodge in Idaho Springs. This event was put on to benefit the Clear Creek- (more…)
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“It wasn’t worth it”
Mock car crash and trial give Gilpin teens a sobering lessonBy Patty Unruh
Thursday, April 30, 8:57 a.m. A teen glances down at a text message while driving and veers into the path of oncoming traffic. A crash ensues, and a death results. In a moment (more…)
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Bengal tigers – lords of the jungle
India Safariby Dave Gibson
Poking his head out from the dense jungle, to let his mood be known and demand that proper respect be paid, it snarled before taking a few more steps towards the dirt road.
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Never grow up!
High flying performance of “Peter Pan and Wendy”By Patty Unruh
“Second star to the right, and straight on till morning.”
Eager crowds sprinkled on their pixie dust and took off for a great adventure with the Gilpin County Players, who presented the beloved tale of Peter Pan and Wendy at the (more…)
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Visiting the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden
Free Attendance Day on Saturday, March 7thby Dave Gibson
As soon as the last spike was driven completing the transcontinental railroad at Promontory Summit, Utah Territory, in 1869, it represented a monumental technological (more…)
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School Board learns about Internet safety and anti-bullying efforts
Wind damage repair updateBy Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Education met on February 17, 2015. Members present were Brook Ramsey, Charlotte Taylor, Kersten Armstrong, and Craig Holmes (via telephone); (more…)
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Volunteering and video game design with Bob Ellis
Video Game Design Club at the Nederland LibraryBy Geneva Mixon
The Nederland Community Library (NCL) relies heavily on a committed community of volunteers to help with circulation and to assist with programming and special events. (more…)
