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  • 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…)

  • 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…)

  • 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…)

  • Sanitation District celebrates 50 years

    Sanitation District celebrates 50 years

    Of service to our Black Hawk and Central City communities

    By David Spellman

    The Black Hawk/ Central City Sanitation District was formed by District Court Order fifty years ago on July 24, 1968.

    The original Board of Directors consisted of:  Norman R. Blake, T. J. Hennings, G. D. Harbin, Ernest A. Wright, and William C. Russell, Jr.The Board worked hard and cooperatively to establish the first sanitary sewer system for the two historic cities. (more…)

  • Gilpin County Fair August 17-19, 2018

    Gilpin County Fair August 17-19, 2018

    New events and attractions

    Here’s a sneak peek at some of the fun, new attractions coming to the Gilpin County Fair on August 17-19 at the Gilpin County Fairgrounds. For the full schedule, contest information and more, visit www.GilpinCountyFair.com. (more…)

  • Timberline FPD’s 1924 “Parade One” ready for action

    Timberline FPD’s 1924 “Parade One” ready for action

    Honoring Gilpin and Boulder County Fire Fighters

    by Chip Smith

    The Timberline Fire Protection District “Parade One” fire truck made its first public appearance in the Nederland 4th of July Parade. The 1924 Chevrolet Obenchain-Boyer Chemical Engine was a gift to the district to “honor the men and woman of Gilpin and Boulder Counties and their supporting families who serve the community as volunteer fire fighters past, present, and future.” (more…)

  • Ralph Barnhardt remembered

    Ralph Barnhardt remembered

    October 29, 1944 – July 10, 2018

    Ralph Felker Barnhardt, 73, of Black Hawk, Colorado, formerly of Kannapolis, NC, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 10, 2018.

    He was born October 29, 1944 in NC to late Ralph and Virginia Barnhardt. He graduated from A.L. Brown High School, class of 1963. Ralph was a veteran of the US Army. He enjoyed being a member of the Wild Bunch as they did reenactments of early Central City, Colorado life. (more…)

  • Central City steers clear of ATVs

    Central City steers clear of ATVs

    New Regulations Rejected by Council

    By David Josselyn

    Work Session

    The Central City Council met with Staff on July 17, 2018, at 6:31 pm for a work session prior to the regular council meeting. The topic of conversation was All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) regulations. (more…)

  • Saratoga Casino plans parking improvements

    Saratoga Casino plans parking improvements

    Black Hawk Council Business

    By Randy Beaudette

    The bell was rung by Sam Gerrity, Owner Representative from Saratoga Casino to announce the regular meeting of the Black Hawk City Council. The meeting was called to order on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. by Mayor David Spellman.

    Along with Mayor Spellman were Aldermen: Linda Armbright, Paul Bennett, Hal Midcap, (more…)

  • Florence “Flo” Bostick remembered

    Florence “Flo” Bostick remembered

    October 12, 1930 – July 4, 2018

    Florence “Flo” A. (Mischke) Bostick, age 87, formerly of Westcliffe and Black Hawk, Colorado, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at the Warren Barr Nursing Care of Lincolnshire. She was born October 12, 1930 in Chicago, IL to her loving parents, John and Margaret Mischke.

    Flo was a long-time educator in Black Hawk, Florida, and Illinois. She was a long-time teacher at Gilpin County School. She retired from there in 1998 and then moved to Westcliffe. She loved Colorado and was sorry to move to (more…)

  • Chris Johnson remembered

    Chris Johnson remembered

    1952 – May 4, 2018

    On Friday, May 4, 2018, Christine (Chris, CJ, Noodles) Johnson, mother, daughter, sister, and friend passed away at the age of 66 years. Chris lived in Nederland and Gilpin County in the early 1970’s and spoke of her time here fondly. She brought light and happiness everywhere she went.

    Chris will be remembered and celebrated by her Mother, Helen (Kvidt) Infeld, her daughters Jessica (Barry) Fahey, Jennifer (Matt Perkey) Crowe, and Kaitlyn (Tom Jakinovich) Crowe, her brothers Steve (Pam) Johnson, (more…)

  • McCormick announces candidacy

    McCormick announces candidacy

    PRESS RELEASE – Sahari McCormick is running for Gilpin County Clerk and Recorder to replace the current clerk who is retiring. The Clerk’s office is so very important because the Clerk and Recorder has a connection to just about every person in the county. A Clerk and Recorder records all the details of property transactions, oversees the County Motor Vehicle Department, issues and records marriage licenses, records Commissioner Meeting minutes and conducts general, primary and special elections in the county.  Sahari is excited to be running for this position as her background is tailored for the job, which requires accuracy, attention to detail, people skills, integrity and professionalism. Currently, Sahari manages a (more…)

  • It’s about time!

    It’s about time!

    Children launch into hyperdrive at Time Lab VBS

    by Patty Unruh

    Wouldn’t it be amazing to travel back in time and witness epic events in history? Last week, several Gilpin County kids did just that, as they traveled to the past and future at Time Lab Vacation Bible School. (more…)