Giving back to the community as part of Ameristar Cares Program
By Nicole Merrick
Started in 2012, each year the Ameristar Casino Resort hosts and caters one of the weekly senior lunches that are held regularly at the Gilpin County Recreation Center. This year, team lead Sean Demeule and 15 or so volunteers made this event the biggest one yet; with nearly 90 RSVPs to the Ameristar Christmas lunch, the event space was abuzz with holiday (more…)
Preparing for 2020 and finding a spare $3 million in property taxes
By Randy Beaudette
At the Gilpin County Commissioner’s (BoCC) meeting on December 11, 2019 the agenda included multiple end of year financial and public works items, and the 2020 pay plan for Gilpin County employees. (more…)
Busy Thursday with STEM Genius, Musical Beauty, and Christmas Stew
By Esmee Halsted
Thursday, December 5th, was crazy busy for Gilpin Elementary Students. The morning began with the STEM fair, (more…)
April 7, 1952 – November 22, 2019
Daniel Edward Cooper, 67, passed away peacefully in Newport, California surrounded by family on November 22, 2019.
Dan was born April 7, 1952, in Pueblo, Colorado. He proudly served in the U.S. Army as a CW2 helicopter pilot. He went on to become a civilian helicopter pilot for companies including Petroleum Helicopters (Lafayette, LA), Life Flight (Peoria, IL), and Flight for Life (Cleveland, OH). (more…)
Gilpin County Commissioners listen to resident’s concerns
By Jaclyn Schrock
Gilpin County Commissioner’s (BoCC) regular meeting was delayed slightly Tuesday, December 10, 2019. The extra five minutes allowed time for comments from the press and public, so three people commented. The first was a question about the delay of a response, and the next two were concerned citizens regarding the noise of jet traffic in our community. (more…)
Mayor Complements City Manager and Finance Director
By David Josselyn
Work Session
Council met with Students from CU Denver and CU Boulder for a Work Session immediately prior to the regular meeting on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, for presentations on three projects for the City; a trails system, the Masonic Building, and recreational economy. (more…)
Gilpin’s Construction Pirates earns 6th place from 23 teams
By Debra Benitez
More than 20 teams competed in the FIRST Lego League Qualifier at Moore Middle School on November 23, 2019. FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is the worldwide, nonprofit organization advancing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Throughout their FIRST experience, students gain maturity, build self-confidence, and learn teamwork. Students have fun while building a network of friends and coaches. (more…)
Bridge over Highway 119 kicks off countdown
Soon Coloradoans will have a new trail system to explore in Black Hawk. Crews will begin installing a bridge over Highway 119 on Monday, December 2nd to connect the Hidden Treasure Trailhead parking area to the new Gilpin Tramway Trail around the Maryland Mountain Recreational Park development. Highway 119 near mile marker 8 will be closed from 6 p.m. on December 2nd to 6 a.m. on December 3rd to install the new bridge. (more…)
And welcome to new Board members
By Esmee Halsted
Tuesday, November 19th was the last board meeting for long time board members Holmes, Armstrong, and Ramsey. Their terms ranged from anywhere between nine to eleven years of service. Students and community members expressed gratitude for their dedication to our school. Each of them are highly involved in the community in their own way. (more…)
The Boston & Colorado Smelter in Black Hawk
By Mary Peery
Nathaniel P. Hill first came to the Central City area in 1864, and he lived a life of meaningful accomplishments, which bettered the mining industry, and the State of Colorado. It is hard to glean a complete picture of Mr. Hill’s life from any one source. (more…)
City welcomes new Communications Officers
By Randy Beaudette
Highlights of the Black Hawk City Council meeting on November 13, 2019 included the adoption of the 2020 budget, holiday bonuses for Black Hawk employees, and a revision of the City’s Sign Code. New Communications Officers Rebecka Allen and Amy Flynt rang the vintage church bell (more…)
Central City Council Meeting
By David Josselyn
Executive Session
Council entered Executive Session at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 prior to the regular meeting, to discuss personnel matters for which the employee has consented and to determine positions relative to matters regarding potential lease of City owned (more…)
Commissioners review shooting complaints in Virginia Canyon
By Randy Beaudette
At the Gilpin County Commissioner’s (BoCC) meeting on November 19, 2019, highlights of the agenda included a Letter to the FAA concerning flight paths over Gilpin County, a Public Safety Radio Infrastructure Study Presentation, and a Shield 616 funding request. (more…)
The Gilpin High School Cheer Competition Team at League Spirit Championships
By Esmee Halsted
The Gilpin High School Cheer Competition Team, a program added last year, made their debut at the Frontier League Spirit Championships hosted by Pinnacle High School last Saturday, November 14th. (more…)
Thanks to those who sacrificed so much so that we can live free
By Esmee Halsted
As always Gilpin School honored the annual Veterans Day celebrations. This celebration is organized every year by our very own Sue Henry. Ms. Henry and select students find guest speakers, invite retired and active duty vets, and encourage family members to speak on behalf of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. (more…)
Commissioners conduct a community work session regarding Denver Metroplex
By Jaclyn Schrock
A November 5th work session was scheduled at the end of the regular Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) meeting with Gilpin County Commissioners Linda Isenhart, Ron Engels, and Gail Watson. The topic was about the NextGEN Project that would increase air traffic over Gilpin County, and Commissioners planned to verbally update the public with actions planned and/or implemented, with consideration of residents opinions to determine the best approach for Gilpin County Commissioners to act. (more…)