August 6, 1935 – June 27, 2015
Patricia J. Clark (Ress) was born in Denver on August 6, 1935 to her parents Millie and Arthur Ress. Arthur’s parents settled in Russell Gulch, CO in the mid-1880’s where five (more…)

August 6, 1935 – June 27, 2015
Patricia J. Clark (Ress) was born in Denver on August 6, 1935 to her parents Millie and Arthur Ress. Arthur’s parents settled in Russell Gulch, CO in the mid-1880’s where five (more…)

Annual event growth reflects Colorado’s distilleries
By David Josselyn
On Saturday, June 27, the City of Central and the Business Improvement District hosted the third annual Stills in the Hills event attracting large crowds to Central’s once barren (more…)

August 31, 1929 – June 25, 2015
Lars Erik Wåhlin a longtime resident of Boulder and Gilpin Counties passed away June 25, 2015 at TRU Hospice Care Center in Louisville, CO. (more…)

Journals of a Colorado Cowhand
By Maggie Magoffin
I recently had the pleasure of sharing breakfast with a group of extended family members and some of their extended family members, where I met and shared conversation with (more…)

“Good idea, bad location,” say neighbors
by Patty Unruh
Building affordable housing for senior citizens has been a goal in Gilpin County for several years. Balancing this need with the potential impact on neighbors may prove to be a challenge. (more…)

County Commissioners Authorize Belvidere Theatre Structural Assessment
by Heather Worrell
The Board of County Commissioners held their regular meeting at the Old Gilpin County Courthouse in Central City and convened at 9:02 am. (more…)

Technology exploded during the Gilded Age – the steam engine, electricity, the telegraph – marvels to behold! One would think medicine and health care would be right on track. (more…)

Gilpin school athletes benefit from grueling foot race
By Patty Unruh
Trail racers in the seventh annual Dirty 30 enjoyed the best of Golden Gate State Park on Saturday, May 30, just in time for some beautiful weather – finally. The first really sunny (more…)

Can Be Enjoyed This Summer Courtesy of the Gilpin County Historical Society
by Heather Worrell
The Gilpin County Historical Society kicked off their season with the opening of the museum at 228 E. 1st High Street in Central City on Saturday, May 23, 2015. The Gilpin (more…)

Council approves $800K rehabilitation of historic 301 High Street home
by Heather Worrell
The Black Hawk City Council and Mayor met for their regular council meeting on May 27, 2015. The meeting was called to order at 3 pm and all aldermen were present except for (more…)

By Glenn Mollette
One of my sons recently came home from a twelve month military deployment. My wife and I took a couple of days and flew to welcome him at his stateside arrival airport. We (more…)

Council approves Central City Transportation Enterprise and Fund
By David Josselyn
The Central City Council and City Staff met for a regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 7:05 pm. All council members were present. Also in attendance for Staff (more…)

Chief Reorganizing Department and Helping Board Meet 2015 Zero Deficit Budget Goals
by Heather Worrell
The Timberline Fire Protection District Board of Directors called their meeting to order at 7 pm and then started with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for fallen (more…)

by Heather Worrell
Commencement ceremonies were completed for the Class of 2015 at Gilpin County High School last Saturday, May 16th. It was a momentous occasion filled with (more…)

Gilpin County to take ownership of Belvidere Theatre by end of May
by Heather Worrell
The Gilpin County Commissioner’s meeting was called to order at 9 am on May 19, 2015 at the Old Courthouse in Central City. All Commissioners were present. (more…)

Council Passes Insurance Plans
by Heather Worrell
The Black Hawk City Council met at the Council Chambers at 211 Church Street on May 13, 2015 for their regularly scheduled meeting. There was a special meeting that started at (more…)