Lady Eagles’ volleyball summary shows wins and losses
By Patty Unruh
Middle School FB v. Dayspring
Gilpin Middle School’s Eagles football team trounced the Dayspring Christian Academy (also the Eagles) 50-42 on September 18 in Greeley to remain undefeated this season. (more…)
September 14, 2014
Terry Aten, former Black Hawk resident, early employee of the Black Hawk/ Central City Sanitation District, and former owner of Crook’s Palace, passed away in Ukiah, California (more…)
To coincide with autumn colors of Gilpin
By David Josselyn
On Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21, the colors of autumn were shining in the Colorado sun as Gilpin Arts ran its annual Art Studio Tour. The Tour opens (more…)
After being put on Administrative Leave last week
By Staci McBrayer
At the regularly scheduled Timberline Fire Protection District Meeting on September 17th, Board members received and accepted Chief Chris Jennings resignation. Prior to the meeting, Jennings was placed on administrative leave. (more…)
Gilpin County Business
By Staci McBrayer
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners met on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014 at the Gilpin County Courthouse. Commissioner and Board Chair Gail Watson, (more…)
Brides arrested during double wedding in Central
By David Josselyn
Friday, September 19, 2014, was a very special day. Not only were the aspen in full color-changing glory, but Roy and Janell Ince were celebrating the momentous occasion of (more…)
Miners’ Days in Nederland
By Dave Gibson
Like many municipalities in Colorado, Nederland owes its inception to mining. Beginning in 1859, with precious metals being extracted from the surrounding hills, it was a logical (more…)
Council Meeting Business
By Staci McBrayer
The Black Hawk City Council met in the Council Chambers for their regularly scheduled meeting on September 10th, 2014. Mayor David Spellman, Aldermen Jim Johnson, Paul Bennett, (more…)
Central City Council votes to ban smoking clubs in city limits
By David Josselyn
The Central City Council met for a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at roughly 7:02 which Mayor Ron Engels referred to as “a little after seven.” All members (more…)
Saws and Slaws help Gilpin neighbors with fire mitigation
By Patty Unruh
Coal Creek Canyon Saws and Slaws volunteers helped Gilpinites in the Wheeler and Mt. Meadow subdivisions with fire mitigation on Saturday, September 13. More than a dozen (more…)
STAR test results reviewed
By Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Education held its meeting September 15. All members were present: President Craig Holmes, Brook Ramsey, Charlotte Taylor, Kersten Armstrong, (more…)
High school and middle school football triumphs
By Patty Unruh
High School Football
The Gilpin County High School Eagles football team clashed with the Pikes Peak Christian (Colorado Springs) Eagles last Saturday, September 6 on the home field. The (more…)
New art program unveiled
By Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Education met September 2. Members present were President Craig Holmes, Charlotte Taylor, and Steve Boulter. Brook Ramsey and Kersten Armstrong (more…)
Scott Eldred puts kids first
By Patty Unruh
Gilpin County Elementary School’s new principal, Scott Eldred, is the type of leader who encourages others to strive to do their best. In my interview with Eldred on August 27, he (more…)
Gilpin Commissioners
By Staci McBrayer
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) met on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2014 at the Gilpin County Courthouse. Commissioner and Board Chair Gail Watson, (more…)
Council reviews rock mitigation, BID, fire regulations, and decorations
By Staci McBrayer
The Black Hawk City Council met in the Council Chambers for their regularly scheduled meeting on August 27, 2014. Mayor David Spellman, Aldermen Jim Johnson, Paul (more…)