April 10, 1927 – July 14, 2016
Donald Vern Mattivi Sr. passed away Thursday, July 14th, 2016. (more…)
Category: News
-
Wild fires are the biggest threat to living in the mountains
From your Timberline FirefightersBy Glenn Levy, Fire Chief
As we sneak into the last week of July, it is my sincerest hope that all of you are enjoying summer in one of the most beautiful places on earth. For your Timberline firefighters, it has already been a really busy summer and we have not yet entered our “official” fire season. (more…)
-
Central City and County deliberate Belvidere Theatre conditions
Joint work session for Central and GilpinBy David Josselyn
On Tuesday, July, 19, 2016, the Central City Council joined forces with the Gilpin County Commissioners to hash out a couple of items of mutual concern. The Central Council joined the Gilpin Commissioners (more…)
-
City of Black Hawk cuts the ribbon on new Employee Wellness Center
“Our hope and dream for a long time,” says City Clerkby Patty Unruh
The City of Black Hawk proudly held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new Employee Wellness Center on Wednesday, July 13. The Center is located at “The Barn” in Mountain City (more…)
-
Ghostbusters remake not all that bad
Ivan Reitman film works well for this ageBy David Josselyn
When the trailer first appeared for the new Ghostbusters film, it quickly earned the title “most hated trailer of 2016.” I think the biggest reason was confusion surround what this new movie was supposed to be; a sequel or a remake. (more…)
-
“Larry the Librarian” will leave big shoes to fill
Retirement party held to honor Gilpin’s library directorby Patty Unruh
Larry Grieco, beloved library director of the Gilpin County Public Library for the past 16 years, has reached the retirement milestone. To celebrate, his many friends and fellow book-lovers (more…)
-
The Cold Springs Fire in Nederland
A close-up and personal viewpointby Dave Gibson
I was working at my desk when the sun dimmed and the sky turned brown. My first thought that it was due to a solar eclipse, but stepping out onto my deck revealed the grim truth – Fire! (more…)
-
Whose face is on the barroom floor?
It’s Not Who You Think It IsBy Barbara Bazata Kendall
Many people, quite understandably, assume they know whose face is on the barroom floor of the Teller House in Central City, an image which, over the years, has been a very popular attraction. This article will offer them a new perspective on the longstanding story. (more…)
-
Tension flares over Cold Springs Fire near Nederland
Gilpin County responders hasten to aid our neighborsby Patty Unruh
Gilpin County residents watched anxiously this week as firefighters desperately battled a blaze near the neighboring town of Nederland that started last Saturday, July 9, around 1:30 p.m. (more…)
-
Essence of the West opens for the summer
New Gallery Exhibit in Central CityBy David Josselyn
The one-room gallery above the Central City Visitor’s Center has opened a new exhibit featuring four artists’ work: Chris Schranck in ceramics and glass, Gene Youngmann in watercolor, (more…)
-
Crosley Hotshot sings freedom’s song at Fourth of July celebration
Christ the King Community Church hosts music and BBQ festivalby Patty Unruh
Members of Christ the King Community Church mingled with members of the community and guests from the metro area on July 2 for a joyous celebration of the Fourth of July and our nation’s freedom. Men, women, teens, children, and dogs gathered at the (more…)
-
Central City Opera’s 2016 Summer Festival opens
“The Ballad of Baby Doe” July 9 through August 6
By Janet BraccioCentral City Opera opens its 2016 summer festival with Douglas Moore’s The Ballad of Baby Doe, running in repertory from July 9 through August 6, in the historic 550-seat opera house in Central City. (more…)
-
Diana Smith remembered…
December 5, 1947 – June 11, 2016Diana Smith of Nathrop, CO passed away on June 11, 2016 at their farm home. She was born on December 5, 1947 in Black Hawk, CO to George and Mary Gulliksen. She graduated from Central City High School and then the Parks School of Business. (more…)
-
It’s time to “ooh” and “aah” again
Black Hawk presents Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
by Patty Unruh
“And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the night that our flag was still there…” (more…)
-
No Prohibition in Central City
4th Annual Stills in the HillsBy David Josselyn
On a partly cloudy Saturday with temps in the seventies and indecisive weather such as found in Colorado like an ADHD child, twenty-six distilleries, twelve vendors, and two bands (more…)
-
Gilpin County Fair features Mardi Gras Bulls & Beads rodeo events
All your favorite competitions plus new Log Splitting and ATV Rodeo!By Heather Pearce
It’s time to plan, practice and prepare for the 2016 Gilpin County Fair contests. The 24th annual Fair, held at the Gilpin County Fairgrounds, 230 Norton Dr., Black Hawk on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 20-21, (more…)