30 Years Ago – May 27, 1983
The postage-paid return cards that were mailed to all registered voters along with a letter from the commissioners asking for input on the proposed one percent county sales tax and motor vehicle use tax asked people if they approved or disapproved and provided a space (more…)
Axle problems to be fixed later
By Lynn Volkens
Timberline Fire Protection District’s board of directors met May 14, 2013. Board members Rick Wenzel, Jim Crawford, Kay Johnson and Paul Ondr were present. Chris Samuelson was absent. This report incorporates information from the April meeting. All (more…)
Metal Mining Association Dinner a Squeal of Delight
By David Josselyn
On Saturday, May 18th, The Clear Creek-Gilpin County Metal Mining Association (CCCMMA) held the 72nd Annual George A. Jackson “Sowbelly” Dinner at the Elks Club in Idaho Springs. Sowbelly is not a reference to what the doctor does after stapling your (more…)
Youth get community support for higher education
By Patty Unruh
Gilpin County High School seniors were awarded $220,050 in scholarships to help them further their education. The students were notified of the awards at a ceremony May 15 at the school auditorium. (more…)
County Management
By Roger Baker
The “Annual Operating and Financial Plan” that was approved at Tuesday’s meeting of the Gilpin County Commissioners was an indication of how close – and yet confusing – the County’s relationship with the US Forest Service is. (more…)
Sixth grade students attend YMCA camp
by Patty Unruh
Sixth graders from Gilpin County School attended the YMCA of the Rockies outdoor education camp May 6 through 8. The campers arrived on May 6 with sack lunches and great attitudes. Judging by the activities, it was a time of fun and learning for all. (more…)
Sharing memories and planning for the future
By Sunny Vincent
The auditorium was decorated with sliver and purple this year, as the seniors had picked those for their class colors. You could feel the excitement from the seniors as they walked by in their cap and gowns and got ready to enter the auditorium. (more…)
Did the caves work?
By Forrest Whitman
The fact that Angelina Jolie has had a double mastectomy (once she tested positive for a high cancer probability) has been a top news story lately. That’s because so many women do develop breast cancer. New tests can say a lot about cancer probability. (more…)
Making Tails Wag Better
By Deb D’Andrea
Have you ever wondered what your dog does while you’re away? Do they just sleep, do they figure out creative ways to spread your trash throughout the house, do they decide the stuffing in the comforter needs to be set free or TP the house, as my Tiki girl once did while I was there! (more…)
Pastor’s Pulpit
By Pastor Tom Davidson
Have you ever stopped to think about how you can get God’s approval in your life? Can you get God’s approval by being religious? No. Can you get God’s approval by going to church? No. Can you gain God’s approval by keeping the Ten Commandments? No. (more…)
Officer, Citizen, Business and more
By Lynn Volkens
Crime Stoppers of Gilpin and Clear Creek Counties held their annual Lyle Wohlers Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon on May 8, 2013 at Ameristar Casino in Black Hawk. The event was hosted this year by the Central (more…)
Peak to Peak Chorale musical theatre delights audiences
By Patty Unruh
The Peak to Peak Chorale presented its annual musical theatre, “William, William! What Have You Done?!” The program was given May 3 at the Black Forest Restaurant in Nederland, with concert, dessert, and a cash bar; May (more…)
Workshop for kids at the Gilpin County Library
By Patty Unruh
The CSU Extension held a workshop for kids on Saturday, May 11 at the Gilpin County Library entitled “Kids, Be Wild Wise!” The workshop was part of a month-long series of free programs being held to assist mountain (more…)
30 Years Ago – May 20, 1983
Black Hawk and Central City will work together on a grant application for a study of the two water systems.
Randy Lara, manager of Crook’s Palace, angrily informed the Black Hawk City Council that he feels that bar is being harassed by Central City police, Gilpin County sheriff’s deputies and the State Patrol. Last Sunday, according (more…)
Gilpin County Middle School and High School Music and Art
By Patty Unruh
Middle school and high school students from Gilpin County showed off what they could do musically and artistically on May 8 before an enthusiastic audience of their families and peers. A good-sized crowd braved the mix of (more…)
County Management
By Roger Baker
Property taxes were due (if paid in full) April 30, and notices of valuation just were mailed out to Gilpin County homeowners May 1, so it might be a good time to reflect on exactly what taxes are collected in Gilpin County. (more…)