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  • Following the entertainment stream for better tv viewing

    Following the entertainment stream for better tv viewing

    Streaming services overview – if you have the speed

    By David Josselyn

    In 1948 cable television was born to service remote areas of Arkansas, Oregon, and Pennsylvania bringing network television to homes too far from broadcast antennas to get reception. Forty years later, the cable television conglomerates were set to dominate television viewing for a price consumers were willing to pay. Fast forward another forty years to today and cable television may be on death’s doorstep thanks to internet streaming because of the price they demand. The (more…)

  • Essential RV Colorado

    Essential RV Colorado

    10 unforgettable destinations in the Centennial State

    By Meggen Taylor

    Colorado is home to some of the most diverse landscapes in America—ideal for road trippers to explore. The Rocky Mountain state’s majestic scenery spans historic sites, sun-kissed prairies and high plains, the rugged peaks of the Rockies, deserts, rambling rivers and red-rock canyons. There is truly something for everyone all year round. (more…)

  • Support your native bees

    Support your native bees

    And enjoy the many benefits

    by Melinda Myers

    Pollinators are responsible for about 75% of the food we eat. The European honeybee is the most well-known but our native bees are also critically important. We can help (more…)

  • Last call for alcohol rules changed

    Last call for alcohol rules changed

    Governor Polis makes final hours earlier statewide

    The last call for alcohol just got a bit earlier in Colorado, as announced by Governor Polis on Tuesday, July 21. In an afternoon press conference, Polis stated that bars and restaurants will no longer be able to serve alcohol after 10 pm for the next 30 days. (more…)

  • Remain “Bear Aware” when camping and hiking in Colorado bear country

    Remain “Bear Aware” when camping and hiking in Colorado bear country

    Best practices from Colorado Parks and Wildlife

    By Bridget Kochel

    Colorado is home to a large population of black bears, with numbers estimated at 17,000-20,000 in the state. As humans venture into Colorado’s great outdoors to spend quality time in nature, it is important to remember that bears and humans can and do live in harmony in our (more…)

  • School start-up at Gilpin this fall

    School start-up at Gilpin this fall

    Striving to be free from Coronavirus with in-person learning

    By Esmee Halsted

    The school year is right around the corner. Unlike most years, COVID-19 will affect school learning. There are many different plans circulating around Colorado such as staggered schedules or online learning. In our community, Gilpin County School is planning to resume in-person learning on August 10th with plenty of safety measures. (more…)

  • What happened to the signers of the Declaration of Independence?

    What happened to the signers of the Declaration of Independence?

    This is the Price They Paid

    By Michael W Smith

    Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence? Five signers were captured by the British as traitors, and tortured before they died. Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned. Two lost their sons in the revolutionary army, another had two sons captured. Nine of the 56 fought and died from wounds or hardships of the revolutionary war. They signed and they pledged their (more…)

  • Teachers Rhul and Devore say goodbye

    Teachers Rhul and Devore say goodbye

    Gilpin Elementary teachers ready to try new adventures

    By Esmee Halsted

    With Gilpin school year 2019-2020 officially over, teachers are making future plans. While many teachers are staying at Gilpin schools, Monica Rhul and Chloe Devore are unfortunately leaving. Both elementary teachers, Rhul taught Montessori 1st-3rd grades and Devore taught 1st grade. Rhul started working at Gilpin as a full-time teacher in August of 2015. Devore began working August of 2019. (more…)

  • 60 of the best hikes within 60 miles

    60 of the best hikes within 60 miles

    New Book Highlights Golden Gate Canyon State Park as a Top Hiking Destination

    By Ryan Jacobson

    In her new book, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Denver and Boulder (June 2020, Menasha Ridge Press), local area author Mindy Sink features her choices for the area’s 60 best hiking trails. Golden Gate Canyon State Park is featured among them. Mindy grew up in Boulder and has spent most of her adult life in Denver. For the third edition of this popular guidebook, her assignment was to select 60 (more…)

  • Mr. Wardell says goodbye

    Mr. Wardell says goodbye

    Longtime teacher at Gilpin School heads west

    By Esmee Halsted

    Sam Wardell, longtime teacher at Gilpin County School, just ended his sixteenth year. He has taught high school and middle school since 2003. Initially drawn to the school because of the mountains, Mr. Wardell is moving to the Western slope in order to live a simpler and less crowded lifestyle. Beloved by students, Mr. Wardell taught Language Arts. (more…)

  • Mountain lion found napping in garage

    Mountain lion found napping in garage

    Parents warned by CPW to watch their children

    In Colorado, living aside nature is often a part of the normal day-to-day routine. This tends to mean that additional safety measures may be required to protect both human and animal life.  Mountain lion (more…)

  • Tips to avoid lonely nights on the sofa

    Tips to avoid lonely nights on the sofa

    Or being the star of a viral video as boating season starts

    By Darcy Mount  There are two things you should not learn from a spouse or significant other…canoeing and trailer backing. I know there are many other examples, but these are my observations from my career as a park ranger and manager.  Want to see couples fight? (more…)

  • Camping and hiking in bear country

    Camping and hiking in bear country

    Welcome to Bear Country

    By Colorado Parks and Wildlife

    When you enjoy Colorado’s great outdoors, you’re heading into country that’s been home to black bears for a long time. You aren’t the only one: with so many people spending time in bear country, human-bear conflicts are on the rise.  (more…)

  • Being a class sponsor is as glamorous as it sounds

    Being a class sponsor is as glamorous as it sounds

    Growing up with the Class of 2020

    by Su Henry

    I came to Gilpin County and began teaching Spanish (PK – grade 12) in January of 2009. This year’s Seniors were in 1st grade. I found out in August of 2009 that I would be the Class Sponsor for the Class of 2020. I was so excited! I went into their 2nd grade class (more…)

  • How are the Gilpin High Seniors faring?

    How are the Gilpin High Seniors faring?

    Coping with the new “normal” during this once in a lifetime pandemic

    By Esmee Halsted

    With school canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many seniors feel discouraged. Graduation and all other senior activities were cancelled this year along for all high schools across the nation. Senior year is a special experience and a new age for many high school students. With a graduating class of 33, Gilpin seniors are completing courses via online school, but (more…)

  • Bear sought after pouncing on tent where couple was sleeping

    Bear sought after pouncing on tent where couple was sleeping

    CPW urges campers observe “Bear Aware” rules to avoid conflicts

    By Bill Vogrin

    A couple sleeping in a tent in a private campground southwest of Colorado Springs was startled early Monday when a small bear pounced on their tent.  Though neither (more…)