Volleyball opponents serve up three losses to Lady Eagles
by Patty Unruh
Eagles Meet the Rams
The Gilpin H.S. Eagles football squad was close to pulling off a win against the Soroco Rams last Saturday, October 8. But as they say, “close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades.” Dreams of victory blew up in a disappointing 20-14 overtime loss, but the Eagles made their stronger competitors work for every point. (more…)
Daughters of the American Revolution
By Cheryl Lydyard
Members of the Mountain Rendezvous Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, recently enjoyed a field trip to Gilpin County. The chapter is based in Evergreen but has several members who live in Gilpin County. (more…)
Presenting music and art in Central City
By Barry Raphael
Something exciting is happening in the heart of Central City – the opening of the new venue, The Scarlet, located at 130 Main Street. On Friday, Oct 14, the 7 Healing Stars Oneness Center, Colorado Concerts, and Feyline present international musical performers (more…)
Every resident will vote for both District 1 and District 3 candidates
by Patty Unruh
About 80 people turned out at the Gilpin Community Center last Saturday afternoon, October 1, for an election forum. The audience heard the qualifications and positions of the six candidates for the Board of County Commissioners. Top issues included transportation, medical services, whether or not to diversify apart from the gaming industry, and accessibility to county facilities and to the commissioners themselves. (more…)
Lady Eagles’ volleyball clips two Eagle opponents
by Patty Unruh
The Gilpin High School Eagle teams had a winning time last week as the varsity volleyball players flew past three adversaries, two of them also Eagles teams, and the Gilpin football team won over Plateau Valley in overtime play. (more…)
A Colorado Pioneer
By Maggie Magoffin
Anyone who settled in what is now Colorado prior to February 26, 1861 is known as a pioneer. Previously, the area was little known except to Indians and occasional explorers. Colorado was established as a territory on August 1, 1876. (more…)
Timberline Fire Protection District
By Chief Glenn Levy
This was a pretty tough fire season and we are glad that our weather and moisture levels are getting back to normal. It is still pretty dry out there and we are currently in our fall fire season. We must continue to be vigilant even this late in the year. I know…it never seems to end. (more…)
Off-roading on local trails to enjoy the fall weather and colors
By Aaron Storms
Needing a change of pace from the office and computers, there’s nothing like getting out on the trails in the Jeep, motorcycles, or ATV’s and enjoying the awesome fall weather and colors. We took a few days off, and Robin and I completed a 3-day Jeep trip running some local trails with friends Ron & Becky Anderson from Madison, WI. (more…)
Gilpin County Commissioners Workshop
By Randy Beaudette
Torn down signs, long term camping, and trash that litters the ground, that was what was described to the Gilpin County Commissioners in the September 20th “Cemetery Camping” workshop meeting. (more…)
To Black Hawk and Central City
By Maggie Magoffin
With this year’s Presidential election fast approaching, this article from the May 2016 issue of Gilpin Historical Society’s The Nugget seems quite timely. (more…)
Comes to Central City in a Big Way!
By Aaron Storms
Vintage 1950’s hot rods were spotted on Thursday, September 15th converging on Central City and Black Hawk from all over the state and beyond, causing the community to wonder what was going on. It was soon apparent by Friday noon when over 150 vintage cars roared up to the KOA for tech inspection after the morning reliability run from Golden to Central City to kick off the Hot Rod Hill Climb. (more…)
Art Is a Process
By David Josselyn
The leaves are turning in Gilpin County which means it was time for the annual Gilpin Art Studio Tour. This was the fifth year for the tour in which local artists opened up their studios; whether in their homes, garages, or businesses, to the public for an intimate look at where and how they make their creations. (more…)
Austin Boulter Player of the Game for Gilpin with 4 TD’s
by Patty Unruh
First Win for Gilpin Football
Gilpin High School shut out the Caliche Buffaloes 46-14 in a home non-league football battle last Saturday, September 17. It’s the first win this season for Gilpin, whose record is 1-2. The Buffs are 0-4. (more…)
Entrepreneur Extraordinaire and Founder of Rollinsville
By Maggie Magoffin
John Q. A. Rollins was born on June 16, 1816. His father was a Baptist preacher and his mother was a strong Christian woman. John, consequently, received strict religious training and a solid common-school education. By the age of twelve, he was active in a variety of businesses from farming, to milling, to mercantile pursuits. (more…)
City of Black Hawk 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
By David Josselyn
Imagine, if you will indulge me, you are eating breakfast in the firehouse during the morning shift when the alarms begin. As practiced many times before, you grab your gear, throw on your bunker gear (heat resistant coat and pants), altogether about 80 extra pounds, and take your place on the fire engine. (more…)
Meet the Gilpin County Commissioner Candidates
The local election forum on the future of Gilpin County’s governing body of Commissioners will take place in Gilpin County on Saturday, October 1, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Gilpin Community Center. The participation of all interested parties – Republicans, Democrats, Libertarians, independents is encouraged. (more…)