FAA redesigning airspace with satellite navigation over Denver Metroplex
By Randy Beaudette
There has been a lot of chatter lately about flight paths over Gilpin County. How the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to shift air traffic from Boulder County south over Gilpin. (more…)
CPW monitoring shows stable population
By Joe Lewandowski
Twenty years after Colorado reintroduced the Canada lynx to the state, wildlife managers are monitoring the big-footed felines in the San Juan mountains using remote cameras and wintertime snow tracking. (more…)
School Board Reviews Warning/Fails, and Seven Mindsets Program
By Esmee Halsted
The most recent school board meeting on October 25th went perfectly. Art teacher (more…)
Lucky to have them
By Esmee Halsted
Gilpin School certainly has good luck finding incredible teachers! Showcased in this article are even more new teachers, that are beyond excited to inspire and help (more…)
Dedicated and caring candidates share their visions and ideas for our school district
By Lisa Lopez
The Forum took place in the Gilpin School Auditorium on Monday, Sept. 30, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Candidates Joe Marr, Tracy Krug, Cherokee Blake, and Jerry Yocum were present, and will be running in the November election to fill the three vacant seats that will be left by Craig Holmes, Brooke Ramsey, and Kersten Armstrong. (more…)
For Gilpin RE-1 School Board
My name is Jerry Yocom, and it is my pleasure to announce that I am a candidate for the Gilpin County School District RE-1 School Board. I am dedicated to serving Gilpin County students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Previously, I had the good fortune to (more…)
Supporting a Colorado program that assists migrant children
By Esmee Halsted
This week, Gilpin County School’s Amnesty International Chapter put on a food drive. Students rushed to the booth to exchange cans for lollipops. Can after can, the food donations started to stack up. Hearty beans (more…)
At October 1st Meeting
By Esmee Halsted
The most recent board of education meeting, on October 1, 2019, went smoothly. Even with three board members out and five board members missing, the meeting was very productive and insightful. The board (more…)
Presenting 14 Programs in September
By Michael Carlson
The Gilpin Library experienced a great September as we transitioned from summer into fall. The number of people visiting the Library has continued to increase as we’ve expanded hours and increased programming. We’ve already topped the door count from 2018 and we still have three months left in the year. Last month alone there were 1,724 (more…)
They are the framework of our society
By Esmee Halsted
In recent years, Gilpin School has hired a plethora of new teachers. The new recruits this year began their jobs with a hopeful outlook and plenty of enthusiasm. Gilpin students have high expectations. So far, they have done a great job delivering. It’s time that these heroes got a proper introduction. (more…)
For Gilpin RE-1 School Board
Hello, my name is Joe Marr and I’m running for a position on the Gilpin County RE-1 School Board. The election is this November 5th. I Have my wonderful wife Mary, four adult children, and 17 (and #18 due this fall) grandchildren. I have owned and run a successful remodeling and construction business here for 15 years. Some of you know me, but some of you don’t. For those of you that do know me you know I tend to get to the point quickly so I’ll try not to take up a lot of newspaper space here. (more…)
For Gilpin RE-1 School Board
My name is Tracy Krug, and I’m excited for the opportunity to run for Gilpin County School District RE-1 School Board. I’m a passionate advocate for children of all ages, and I look forward to combining my career in education with a chance to help influence a positive direction for the entire school district. As an active member of the Gilpin Countycommunity for over 17 years and a parent to twin boys who attended Gilpin County School for most of their school career, I have strong roots (more…)
At Denver’s Fairmount Cemetery
By Jaclyn Schrock
Gilpin Historical Society celebrated their 50th anniversary Cemetery Crawl Saturday, September 7, 2019. A cemetery crawl is a guided tour of a cemetery with storytellers revealing the likes of Gilpin residents, (more…)
We’ll miss Irene Shonle and Heather Pearce
By Jaclyn Schrock
The Extension Office in Gilpin County opened in 2001. County Commissioner Craig Nicholson envisioned the benefits of Gilpin County having its own Extension office, as most US counties either have their own office or share with neighboring counties. It took much preparation, encouragement and cooperation with county agencies to bring the office into being. With funding from the State of Colorado and Gilpin County, our CSU Extension Office has given us 17 years of environmental education for decision making leaders and homeowners. (more…)
For Gilpin School Board
My name is Cherokee Blake, and I’m a candidate for your Gilpin RE-1 School District School Board. I’ve lived in Gilpin County for 24 years and am married to John Blake. We have three daughters, two of whom graduated from Gilpin School. I am the proud grandparent of nine grandchildren, one graduated from Gilpin County School District this past year, and five are currently attending. I have had the pleasure of being employed at the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office since 1997 as the Administrative Manager. (more…)
Partner Updates as of spring 2019
PRESS RELEASE – The Partnership continues to meet regularly and is working together to identify additional alternatives to the Forest Plan Amendment for U.S. Forest Service consideration. In addition, all Partners have signed a Cooperative Agency Agreement which allows a greater flow of (more…)