New language required by state and federal law regarding transgenders
by Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Education held its regular meeting on Tuesday, November 1. (more…)
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Gilpin School Board considers policies on bullying, weapons, nondiscrimination, and medical marijuana
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A tailing tale of Anthony Arnett
A Colorado Pioneer
By Maggie Magoffin
Born in the Reichstoff province on the Rhine River in Alsace-Lorraine, France, July 7, 1819, Anthony (Tony) Arnett was about nine years old when he came to the United States. He sailed on a seven-week voyage to New York with his parents, Louis and Clara and nine siblings. (more…)
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A tailing tale of the Arbuthnot Brothers
Colorado Pioneers
By Maggie Magoffin
William Arbuthnot was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, August 30, 1835. His brother Samuel (Sam) August 17, 1836. (more…)
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EAGLESmart – Grand Opening in Black Hawk
Gilpin County Education Foundation and City PartnershipBlack Hawk City leaders joined the Gilpin County Education Foundation (GCEF) Board members last week at the official grand opening ceremony of the Foundation’s new vocational venture, EAGLESmart Convenience Store, on Wednesday, October 12, 2016. (more…)
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Things that go “bump” in the night
Central City Creepy CrawlBy David Josselyn
The ghosts of past residents are haunting the historic town of Central City. Scarlet Rose, Professor John Morrissey, Elizabeth Court Tabor, and others have been seen inhabiting the Teller House, the Opera House, Baby Doe’s Casino, and Doc Holliday’s. They don’t seem to be here to harm any mortals, but they do appear eager to share their stories. (more…)
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Gilpin Eagles Football tanks the Hayden Tigers
Plus Volleyball match resultsby Patty Unruh
Football Victory over Hayden
The Gilpin H.S. Eagles football team put a tiger in their tank – the Hayden Tigers football team, that is – on October 14, coming away with a 36-0 win in the away conference contest. Gilpin holds a 4-3 overall record, 2-1 in league action. Hayden is 3-4 overall and 1-2 league. (more…)
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Arrest made in Nederland police station bomb case
Device designed to be remotely detonated, officials say
PRESS RELEASE – A California man suspected of leaving a homemade explosive outside a police station in a small Colorado mountain town was arrested after being spotted on surveillance video from a store where he bought a cellphone used in the device, two law enforcement officials said Monday. (more…)
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Colorado School Boards urge adoption of school finance act
Gilpin Board of Education enjoys a hot game of Relationship Bingoby Patty Unruh
The Gilpin Board of Education met on Tuesday, October 18, at 7:00 p.m. Board members Craig Holmes, Brook Ramsey, Charlotte Taylor, and Kersten Armstrong were present; Steve Boulter was absent. Superintendent David MacKenzie, Secondary Principal Alexis Donaldson, Elementary Principal Heather Huntoon, (more…)
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Wildfires are the biggest threat to our community
But fire protection is the only one provided by volunteers
By Randy Beaudette
Timberline Board of Directors called to order their regularly scheduled meeting October 12, 2016 promptly at 7:20 pm. at Timberline Station 7, 14908 Colorado Highway 119. (more…)
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Main Street in Central City reversing direction
Council votes for trial period switching directions
By David Josselyn
Regular Council Meeting
The Central City Regular Council Meeting convened at 7:08 p.m. following the first 2017 budget work session. The Council immediately entered into Executive Session for legal advice on specific questions related to the Business Improvement District Act. (more…)
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Black Hawk updates fire and police department guides
Council approves new roofing bidBy Randy Beaudette
The bell rang out at 2:57 p.m. by Weekly Register-Call reporter Randy Beaudette and the regular meeting of the Black Hawk City Council was called to order on Wednesday, October 12, 2016, by Mayor Spellman. (more…)
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A tailing tale of Alonzo & Mary Allen
Colorado PioneersBy Maggie Magoffin
Alonzo Nelson Allen was born in 1820 to John and Anna (Greenleaf) Allen on a farm near Seneca, New York. A quiet man, hard of hearing, he rarely discussed his early years. In his twenties, he relocated to Ohio and later to Columbus, Wisconsin where he farmed and operated a mill. (more…)
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Central’s Police Department is no more
Joint meeting with County seals the dealBy David Josselyn
National concerns regarding police brutality and lethal force will not be coming to Central City anytime soon. As of January 1, 2017, Central City will no longer have a police force protecting its fine citizens; instead, dedicated county deputies will be patrolling the area and keeping us safe. (more…)
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Soroco rocks Gilpin 20-14 in home football action
Volleyball opponents serve up three losses to Lady Eaglesby 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…)
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A field trip to remember in Gilpin County
Daughters of the American RevolutionBy 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…)
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Opening of The Scarlet
Presenting music and art in Central CityBy 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…)