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  • County Commissioners approve installation of emergency call box at Fair Barn

    County Commissioners approve installation of emergency call box at Fair Barn

    Board of Equalization meets regarding property valuation protests

    by Patty Unruh

    The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) met on Thursday, August 2, at 9:00 a.m. at the Gilpin County Courthouse. Those present were Chair Ron Engels, Commissioners Linda Isenhart and Gail Watson, County Attorney Jim Petrock, and Deputy Clerk to the Board Sharon Cate. The only amendment to the agenda was the addition of a resolution, #18-11, supporting grant applications for the rehabilitation of the Belvidere Theatre by the City of Central. (more…)

  • DAR presents 34-star American flag to Washington Hall

    DAR presents 34-star American flag to Washington Hall

    Occasion is Colorado’s 142nd birthday

    by Patty Unruh

    The Evergreen Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) performed an 1860’s style flag presentation at Washington Hall in Central City on Wednesday, August 1.

    On that date in 1876, President Ulysses S. Grant signed a proclamation admitting Colorado as the 38th state. Accordingly, August 1, 2018, marked Colorado’s 142nd birthday. (more…)

  • Fire, renovation, and taxes

    Fire, renovation, and taxes

    Central Council Meeting

    By David Josselyn

    Work Session

    The Central City Council met with Staff on August 7, 2018, at 6:00 pm, to discuss matters concerning the Belvidere Theatre and a proposed Sales and Use Tax increase. (more…)

  • Mission Impossible: Fallout

    Mission Impossible: Fallout

    Impossible James Bourne Movie Review

    By David Josselyn

    In an industry flooded with sequels, here comes another one. “Mission Impossible – Fallout: is the sixth installment in the MI series, but it is also said to be the final movie. If you remember the television show, “Mission Impossible,” from the sixties and seventies, then you may be one who, like me, thinks the movies have lost the original intent and appeal of the show: getting a mission that seems near (more…)

  • Gail Maxwell announces candidacy

    Gail Maxwell announces candidacy

    For Gilpin County Clerk and Recorder

    PRESS RELEASE – I would like to introduce myself to you. I am Gail Maxwell and I am a candidate for Gilpin County Clerk and Recorder. I became a member of the Gilpin community 21 years ago. My career at that time was managing one of the title companies in the Gilpin, Boulder, and Clear Creek area.

    Today, many of you know me as the Current Chief Deputy or the “go to” person in the Gilpin County Clerk and Recorder’s Office. I have been employed with Gilpin County for the last eight years. This comes as a surprise (more…)

  • Gilpin County Fair sure to please with new attractions

    Gilpin County Fair sure to please with new attractions

    Motorcycle stunt show, drones, tricky pigs, and more!

    by Patty Unruh

    The 26th annual Gilpin County Fair kicks off in just days now, so get ready for the big shindig! The event gets going on Friday evening, August 17, at 7:00 p.m. with the new Zombie Paint and Shoot Party and the first ever crowning of Fair royalty. It continues through 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 19. (more…)

  • Donna Cozart remembered

    Donna Cozart remembered

    1924 – July 29, 2018

    Donna Cozart passed away July 29th at the age of 94. She has been a Gilpin resident since 1980. Her memorial service will be held at Christ the King Church Saturday, August 25th at 10 am. WinGS ladies group from CTK will provide a potluck lunch for those paying respects to the memory of Donna Cozart.

  • Bill Lorenz remembered

    Bill Lorenz remembered

    February 2, 1936 – July 29, 2018

    Bill Lorenz passed away Sunday afternoon, July 29, 2018 and will be missed by everyone who knew him. Family members are wife Kay, children Heidi (Ed) Pasic, Lisa Artz, Tony (Mary) Lorenz, Stephanie (Al) Elio, and Jeff (Suzi) Lorenz. Also are sixteen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. A memorial service is tentatively planned for August 16th, but is not yet confirmed. Please check the Olinger Crown Hill Mortuary website at www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries for the latest details when available. (more…)

  • Tonya Putnam Memorial Softball Tournament 2018

    Tonya Putnam Memorial Softball Tournament 2018

    A-cers and Gillbillies slug it out for top spot

    The annual adult co-ed slow pitch softball league concluded its season once again with the Tonya Putnam Memorial Tournament on Saturday, July 28. The A-cers came in with the championship win for the third year in a row. (more…)

  • Gilpin County in World War I at Gilpin History Museum

    Gilpin County in World War I at Gilpin History Museum

    Colorado at the Columbian Exposition of 1893

    by Patty Unruh

    World War I lasted over four years, involved 32 countries, and killed nearly 9 million soldiers, with 10 million civilian casualties. The horrific conflict came to an end one hundred years ago this year, on November 11, 1918. In remembrance, the Gilpin History Museum has been presenting an exhibit this summer on our county’s participation. (more…)

  • Sanitas Taco Fest

    Sanitas Taco Fest

    Featuring lucha libre

    by Dave Gibson

    Literally translated as “free fight,” lucha libre (Mexican wrestling) traces its origins to the nineteenth century. The formation of the Empresa Mexicana de Lucha Libre (Mexican Wrestling Enterprise) in 1933 by Salvador Lutteroth gave professional wrestling a firm foundation. (more…)

  • Win bragging rights at the Gilpin County Fair

    Win bragging rights at the Gilpin County Fair

    There’s a contest for you!

    By Heather Pearce

    There’s something for everyone to try at the Gilpin County Fair. Whether it’s before, during or after, there is a contest for you! Find more information for each contest at GilpinCountyFair.com/contests. (more…)

  • A fun Jeep trip with friends up to Rollins Pass

    A fun Jeep trip with friends up to Rollins Pass

    Jenny Creek Trail provides an easy off-road outing

    By Aaron Storms

    Talking to some local friends recently, we decided to take advantage of the beautiful Colorado weather and cool mountain temps by doing a day trip on a local Jeep trail. We discussed several local options that were more scenic than difficult, and decided on one of our favorites – the Jenny Creek Trail that parallels the Rollins Pass Road about halfway up to the Needles Eye Tunnel after turning off from Tolland Road out west of Rollinsville. (more…)

  • Central City Opera Inside Out

    Central City Opera Inside Out

    A unique backstage look and history tour

    by Randy Beaudette

    One of the most interesting historical gems resides right here in our own backyard. Most of us drive up and down Eureka Street in Central City without realizing the importance of this landmark. It is the Central City Opera House. (more…)

  • Commissioners approve additional fire mitigation funding

    Commissioners approve additional fire mitigation funding

    Stage 2 Fire Ban downgraded to Stage 1 Status

    By Randy Beaudette

    Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) regular meeting got under way promptly at 9:02 am on Tuesday on July 24, 2018 chaired by Commissioner (more…)

  • Republicans host informal “meet the candidates” event

    Republicans host informal “meet the candidates” event

    Lorenz for treasurer; McMillan for assessor

    by Patty Unruh

    Gilpin County Republicans held an informal get-together at the home of Gary and Alynn Huffman on Sunday afternoon, July 22, to introduce their party’s candidates for Gilpin County Treasurer and Gilpin County Assessor. Refreshments were provided as neighbors and colleagues met to discuss the candidates’ experience and goals. (more…)