Reflection on spending a day in Gilpin County
By Allan Tucker
It was a clear crisp morning. The rain from the day before had left a heavy mist on the grass and a light fog was sifting through the ponderosas and lifting off Missouri Lake. Out in a meadow was a small herd of elk, all young cows. Probably one of the last before (more…)
Why Marshall Hunt was on the hunt
By Forrest Whitman
Between March and October of 1863 two brothers, Felipe and Vivian Espinosa went on a rampage in Colorado Territory. They killed and stole without seeming reason or pattern. Citizens looked to the United States Marshall, Alexander Hunt, to stop their rampage. (more…)
Kids mine for true gold at Vacation Bible School
By Patty Unruh
Elementary kids grabbed their bandanas and dusted off their boots at Gold Rush Vacation Bible School July 8-12 at Christ the King Community Church. The youngsters discovered the “true gold” of Jesus Christ as they explored claims that Jesus staked about himself. (more…)
Black Hawk church and school buildings designated as historic landmarks
By Lynn Volkens
Black Hawk Mayor David Spellman and City Council members Linda Armbright, Paul Bennett, Diane Cales, Jim Johnson, Greg Moates and Benito Torres met July 10, 2013. They approved the purchase of the closed casino properties, Winners’ Haven and Eureka; (more…)
30 Years Ago – July 15, 1983
Almost every kind of fashion from tuxedos to halter tops was visible on the streets of Central last Saturday night when the Central City Opera House Association officially opened the 1983 festival. U.S. Representatives Pat Schroeder and Ken Kramer were among (more…)
County Management
By Roger Baker
With the fires in Colorado, and even more after the tragedy in Arizona, the attention of Gilpin County residents has understandably been focused on the possibility of wildland fire. (more…)
Pastor’s Pulpit
by Pastor Brian Young
Recently, I finished reading a book by Martha Manning called, Undercurrents: A Life Beneath the Surface. A personal memoir, Undercurrents is Manning’s riveting personal account of her struggle with severe depression. Dr. Manning, herself a psychologist, a (more…)
A contemporary opera based on an American play
By Aaron Storms
Following a Central City Days party entailing a country fair and a mock wedding for opera patrons before opening night on Saturday evening, July 6, the “Our Town” premier was a fitting performance. This opera was performed in English, highlighting the small-town (more…)
Life Coaching
By Dr. Mike Brooks
Unforgiveness runs rampant in divorces. I counsel people who want to forgive an unfaithful spouse but want to know if they have to be friends with them or reconcile. Forgiveness doesn’t guarantee reconciliation. Many times it’s not possible to fix a broken (more…)
Hosted by Kwik-Mart in Coal Creek Canyon
by Aaron Storms
On July 4, the melodic rumble of big V8’s filled the canyons as local enthusiasts brought out their hot rods, classic cars and trucks, motorcycles, dune buggies, new sports cars, and even a really old fire truck. Folks just cruising through the canyon pulled over and checked (more…)
Summer Program Camps and Practice
By Sunny Vincent
Gilpin County Middle and High School’s football teams and other athletes are preparing for their next season. Many middle and high school students have been attending camps and activities throughout the summer. The Gilpin High School boy’s football program (more…)
How About “Rocky Mountain High?”
By Forrest Whitman
“Breathes there a man with soul so dead, who never to himself has said, this is my own my native land, this is my native land.” We’ve just celebrated Independence Day, July 4. Many a soul was feeling patriotic, including mine. We all feel good about the country as (more…)
Eye of the Heart Wildlife Refuge near Rollinsville
PRESS RELEASE – Removal of residual mining wastes from the Eye of the Heart Wildlife Refuge was completed in June after Laurel Higgins succeeded in winning a grant from the State to clean up barrels of tar and other substances that required assistance from the (more…)
Making Tails Wag
By Deb D’Andrea
It’s been beautiful here in the mountains, cool temperatures with a light breeze and cold creeks to keep even the furriest canine comfortable during summertime. Heading out for a walk is a great way for us and them to get daily exercise and explore nature. (more…)
Fire mitigation grant opportunity
By Lynn Volkens
Gilpin County Commissioners Buddy Schmalz, Connie McLain and Gail Watson met the morning of July 9, 2013. They discussed the County’s emergency operations plan, leasing water from Denver, applying for fire mitigation grant funding and other more routine business. (more…)
Central City Council Meeting
By David Josselyn
Call to Order
The Central City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Ron Engels at 7:05pm on Tuesday, July 2nd. All council members were present along with City Manager Alan Lanning, City Attorney Marcus McAskin, and other staff. (more…)