The Central City Opera brands itself a true player among theater patrons
By David Josselyn
The final act for 2014 season the Central City Opera was held once again in the prestigious Ellie Caulkins Opera House of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, (more…)
In an Effort to Provide Better Internet Service to Residents
By Staci McBrayer
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners met on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at the Gilpin County Courthouse. Commissioner and Board Chair Gail Watson, (more…)
City Manager Daniel Miera introduces himself to Council
By David Josselyn
The Central City Council met for a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 5th, 2014 at 7:09. All members except Mayor Ron Engels were present. Alderman Bob Spain acted as mayor pro-tem. (more…)
30, 60, 90, and 120 years ago
30 years ago- August 10, 1984
Highway 46 will not be paved this year, it was announced this week by three very disappointed county commissioners. Gilpin County has a 1.1 mile section of the road that (more…)
Coffee with Commissioners
By Staci McBrayer
On July 24th, “Coffee with Commissioners” was held at the Community Center. About 60 residents attended the meeting. Commissioner Gail Watson, District 3, and Commissioner (more…)
Medical Marijuana License Public Hearing Set
By Staci McBrayer
The Black Hawk City Council met in the Council Chambers for their regularly scheduled meeting on July 23, 2014. Mayor David Spellman, Aldermen Jim Johnson, Paul Bennett, (more…)
Gilpin Commissioners
by Staci McBrayer
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners met on Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at the Gilpin County Courthouse. Commissioner and Board Chair Gail Watson, Commissioner (more…)
Masons distribute portraits of George Washington to local school children
By Patty Unruh
Gilpin County school children joined members of the Mason’s Central Lodge No. 6 on (more…)
Central City Council Business
By David Josselyn
The Central City Council met for a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 18th, at 7:01pm. All members were present. (more…)
Defeat Denver Jewish Day in 65-15 blowout
By Patty Unruh
Contest with Shining Mountain
Here we go, Eagles, here we go!
After their disappointing loss by only one point to Shining Mountain Waldorf on (more…)
With Strong Defensive Effort
By George Snyder
The Gilpin guys’ basketball team got into the playoff tournament by extending their win (more…)
30 years ago – November 11, 1983
The Black Hawk Volunteer Fire Department is getting a brand new fire truck. At a meeting Tuesday night, the City Council of Black Hawk agreed to spend $68,000 for a (more…)
Driveway repair bids and construction on Stations 7 and 8
By Patty Unruh
Timberline Fire Protection District Board met November 4. All members were present. Following the public portion of the meeting, the Board went into executive session to (more…)
And Our Medical Insurance Crisis
By Glenn Mollette
Everybody needs medical insurance. Without it you are headed for the poor house or a shorter life. (more…)
Members hear preliminary audit report
By Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Education met November 4. Members present were President Craig Holmes, Brook Ramsey, Charlotte Taylor, Kersten Armstrong, and Rusty (more…)