This week at the Gilpin Library
by Larry Grieco
Here are a couple of Young Adult series that could keep both teens and adults occupied this summer. From Ally Condie comes the futuristic trilogy that begins with Matched, and continues with the sequel, Crossed, and concludes with Reached. This is the story (more…)
This year’s most unusual item…
By Lynn Volkens
It was definitely the armadillo. That’s what the volunteers of High Country Auxiliary said was the most unusual item donated for their annual Flea Market, held last weekend; one of them dubbed it “Julio.” The armored mammal might have had competition from the (more…)
2nd Annual Gymkhana Buckle Series event
By Allan C. Tucker
The sun was reaching for the horizon as I sat there on my black horse. It was hot and dusty, but it could have been worse this time of year this high up in the mountains. Seems like winter just couldn’t let go, but here it was on into June. That horse of mine had carried (more…)
Or was it just a typical boom?
By Forrest Whitman
Much of the American west had a boom in the 1990s and Gilpin County was no different. I knew a few people who cashed in. One friend sold some property in Black Hawk for about six times what he’d paid for it. Even properties in remote gulches like Lump and (more…)
With First Fridays Art Tour in Nederland
PRESS RELEASE – Art at the Center in Nederland’s Community Center opened their newest show in conjunction with the newly established First Fridays Art Tours in downtown Nederland last Friday, June 7. The show includes returning and new artists (more…)
Free Tobacco Education kits from Public Health
PRESS RELEASE – The Gilpin County Tobacco Education Program invites residents to take a step towards a healthier lifestyle this Father’s Day, June 16, 2013. Free kits designed to provide information and tools to make the path towards breaking free from tobacco (more…)
Making Tails Wag Better
by Deb D’Andrea
Summer time is here and I’m sure we are aware that we should leave our pets home if it’s hot out! We’ve all heard the stories of both pets and children being left in the car, and they die due to heat. If you see either children or pets in a car during the high temperatures we (more…)
Results of vehicle sealed-bid auction
By Lynn Volkens
Gilpin County Commissioners Buddy Schmalz, Connie McLain and Gail Watson had a full morning of public hearings at their June 11, 2013 meeting, as they considered applications for new and renewed liquor licensing and zoning changes. (more…)
By Colorado’s Concealed Carry Law
By Jeffrey Hare
In 2003, the Colorado State legislature passed a bill that allows adults, who pass a criminal background check, the ability to carry a concealed handgun for their personal protection. Prior to that, law-abiding citizens were only allowed to openly carry a handgun (more…)
Gilpin County Arts Juried Show
By David Josselyn
The 67th Annual Juried Art Show took place Saturday, June 8th, exhibiting 118 pieces by artists from Colorado and surrounding states. Of the 100 artists that submitted entries, 72 of them were represented in the Gilpin Arts Gallery on Eureka Street representing 118 pieces on display. (more…)
Keeping Your Family Safe While Traveling
By John Hough
Okay, you’ve made your house as secure as you possibly can. You’ve packed your bags and it’s time to hit the road. What can you do to make your trip safer for you and your family? (more…)
30 Years Ago – June 10-1983
County Commissioners designated Saturday, July 2, as free day at the three county trash compactors.
The Central City public relations director should dress up in costume and meet every bus that enters the city. That is the opinion of a group of business people, mostly Lawrence (more…)
County Management
By Roger Baker
One of the major events on the County calendar is coming up this weekend, and this year it will be bigger and better than ever. (more…)
Pastor’s Pulpit
By Pastor Tom Davidson
Jacob grew old, but he didn’t grow weary of God’s promise. Hebrews 11:21 “By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons, and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff.” Jacob was nearing the end of his life; he was making the final (more…)
Life Coaching
By Dr. Mike Brooks
I was at my desk when the phone rang, “I can’t stand her anymore! I’m done! I’m finished! It’s over!” I sat back and listened to every reason why this man wanted a divorce. He went on to complain, “She’s not respecting me! She does not take care of our kids! (more…)
How to prevent it
By John Hough
According to Colorado Revised Statutes Section 18-5-902, “(A) person commits identity theft if he or she knowingly uses the personal identifying information, financial identifying information, or financial device of another without permission or lawful authority with the (more…)