Tag: Gilpin County

  • Gilpin school board hears plan for spring soccer clinic

    Gilpin school board hears plan for spring soccer clinic

    Students present cross-curricular learning; germinating peas science lab

    by Patty Unruh

    The Gilpin County Board of Education held its regular public meeting on Tuesday, February 19, at 7:00 p.m. (more…)

  • Quality of Life survey coming soon for Gilpin residents

    Quality of Life survey coming soon for Gilpin residents

    Gilpin County Commissioners deal with unauthorized septic system installation

    By Randy Beaudette

    The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners meeting was called to order on Wednesday February 19, 2019 at 9:02 a.m. at the Historic Gilpin County Courthouse. (more…)

  • Central’s water intake project completed

    Central’s water intake project completed

    Central City Council Meeting

    By David Josselyn

    Executive Session

    Mayor Fey called the regular council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. on February 19, and the Council immediately went into executive session for legal advice regarding proposed amendments to 1999 Growth IGA and questions related to collecting delinquent sales and use taxes. (more…)

  • Black Hawk to remodel four Gregory Street structures

    Black Hawk to remodel four Gregory Street structures

    Limit of beer alcoholic content raised to match State standards

    By Randy Beaudette

    Following a 1:30 p.m. work session regarding congregational access to the Rocky Mountain Evangelical Free Church on Gregory Street, bell ringer City Attorney Hilary Graham rang the bell that signaled the start of another Black Hawk City Council regular meeting on Wednesday, February 13, 2019. (more…)

  • E-Free Church discusses future with Black Hawk

    E-Free Church discusses future with Black Hawk

    As part of the Gregory Street Plaza Project

    By Randy Beaudette

    A heated debate erupted at the work session held on February 13, 2019 between the City of Black Hawk and the members of the Rocky Mountain Evangelical Free Church in Black Hawk. On one side, the church members wanted easier access to their place of worship. On the other side, Black Hawk City Council expressed their desires to move forward on their plans for the Gregory Street Plaza Project. (more…)

  • “Just Between Us” art exhibit

    “Just Between Us” art exhibit

    Artists W. Max Thomason & Walter Barton at the Washington Hall Gallery

    by Michele Roussel

    The Gilpin County Arts Association brings artists Walter Barton and W. Max Thomason with their life size sculptures and oil works to Central City. The title of the showing is, “Just Between Us.” Both artists are formerly trained and have established themselves as influential creatives in Colorado. Opening reception is February 23rd, from 5 pm to 8 pm and running through May 3rd 2019, at Washington Hall. (more…)

  • Mark Smith remembered 

    Mark Smith remembered 

    June 17, 1956 – February 10, 2019

    Mark Steven Smith of Nederland passed away of cancer at the Boulder Community Hospital on February 10, 2019. He was born on June 17, 1956, to Micheal B. Smith and Jeannette McDonald Smith.
    He attended Nederland High School and was a Boulder County Road Supervisor. Mark was raised in Nederland, the second oldest son of the Smith family, son of a miner, and brother to two sisters and three brothers.
    He married Ressa Lively Smith on August 27, 1985, at Mark’s grandmother’s house on West First Street. (more…)

  • Turning Back the Pages

    Turning Back the Pages

    30 years ago – February 24, 1989

    Early years of Black Hawk.

    For the past two years, the Gilpin County Historical Society has suffered an annual loss of approximately $1,500 on the operation of Black Hawk’s Lace House. Unless things turn around this year, the historic structure may be closed to the public next year, according to Historical Society President Bonnie Merchant. The major expense at the Lace House is for (more…)

  • Keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice

    Keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice

    Central City Council Meeting

    By David Josselyn

    Regular Council Meeting

    Mayor Fey convened the February 5, 2019 regular meeting at 7:08 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers following a work session with the Business Improvement District. (more…)

  • Eagles boys B-Ball team gallops over Mustang rivals

    Eagles boys B-Ball team gallops over Mustang rivals

    Seniors recognized for participation in winter sports

    by Patty Unruh

    Gilpin Eagles varsity basketball teams celebrated Senior Night on Friday, February 8 by hosting the Dawson School Mustangs of Lafayette in a conference showdown. Gilpin boys conquered their opponents 44-27. The girls took a 39-26 loss to Dawson. The Lady Eagles have had a difficult season, but continue to play courageously. (more…)

  • Noah Lindberg remembered (aka Poppin Agenda)

    Noah Lindberg remembered (aka Poppin Agenda)

    May 23, 1987 – December 25, 2018

    In the final week of 2018, we were shocked with the sudden passing of a courageous leader in the Hip Hop Community, Noah Theeman Lindberg, better known in the dance community as “Poppin Agenda.” Born in Denver, May 23, 1987 to Reed Lindberg and Marge Theeman, Noah died of smoke inhalation when his quiet cabin in Gilpin County burned on December 25, 2018. (more…)

  • Dancing to their hearts’ content

    Dancing to their hearts’ content

    Fathers and daughters enjoy a special night out

    by Lisa L. Lopez

    This years’ Father-Daughter Valentine’s Ball saw unicorns floating from the ceiling and balloons sprouting from tables adorned with colorful tablecloths and sweet Valentine treats. The Gilpin County Recreation Center hosted the annual event on Saturday, February 8, from 6-8 p.m. The evening started out on the right foot including a menu sure to please partygoers of all ages. (more…)

  • Mountain lion attacks runner

    Mountain lion attacks runner

    At Horsetooth Mountain Open Space

    By Rebecca Ferrell

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers, working with Larimer County Department of Natural Resources, are investigating a mountain lion attack on a trail runner using the West Ridge Trail at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space on Monday, Feb. 4. The victim was able to defend himself from the attack, resulting in the death of the juvenile mountain lion. The runner was then able to (more…)

  • Gilpin Commissioners review contractor violations

    Gilpin Commissioners review contractor violations

    January has unusual spike in child welfare referrals

    By Randy Beaudette

    The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners met on Wednesday February 5, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. at the Historic Gilpin County Courthouse. (more…)

  • Ermel’s Emporium Thrift Shoppe celebrates 20th anniversary

    Ermel’s Emporium Thrift Shoppe celebrates 20th anniversary

    Little store offers best prices in town while it helps those in need

    by Patty Unruh

    Ermel’s Emporium Thrift Shoppe is a Gilpin County institution known for its unique items, bargain prices, and service to those who need a helping hand. (more…)

  • Recent losses tarnish the glow for Gilpin hoopsters

    Recent losses tarnish the glow for Gilpin hoopsters

    Got thumped by Highland Huskies and Heritage Christian

    by Patty Unruh

    The Gilpin boys’ and girls’ varsity basketball teams were shut out by the Highland Huskies of Ault on January 31 at home and the Heritage Christian Eagles of Fort Collins on February 1 away. (more…)