Commissioners recognize Summer Lunch Program initiators
By Randy Beaudette
The Gilpin County Commissioners meeting was called to order at the Gilpin County Courthouse August 9, 2016 at 9 a.m. with Commissioners Madam Chair Linda Isenhart, (more…)
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Gilpin dog owners need to license furry friends by September 15th
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Gilpin County Fair offers new events, activities, and contests
Not the same old song and dance this year!By Heather Pearce
The Gilpin County Fair returns bigger, better and more family-friendly than ever, Aug. 20-21, with new events, rides, attractions and contests. While many popular aspects of the (more…)
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Farewell, and my favorite books
This week at the Gilpin Libraryby Larry Grieco, Librarian
Donna Leon lives in Italy, writes in English, and has created “one of the most exquisite and subtle detective series ever.” (Washington Post) Her detective is Commissario Guido Brunetti, (more…)
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The dog days of summer
Gilpin Commissioners review dog ownership responsibility ordinance changes
By Randy Beaudette
The Gilpin County Commissioners meeting was called to order at the Gilpin County Courthouse July 26, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. with Commissioners Madam Chair Linda Isenhart, Buddy Schmalz, and Gail Watson. (more…)
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Wild fires are the biggest threat to living in the mountains
From your Timberline FirefightersBy Glenn Levy, Fire Chief
As we sneak into the last week of July, it is my sincerest hope that all of you are enjoying summer in one of the most beautiful places on earth. For your Timberline firefighters, it has already been a really busy summer and we have not yet entered our “official” fire season. (more…)
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Central City and County deliberate Belvidere Theatre conditions
Joint work session for Central and GilpinBy David Josselyn
On Tuesday, July, 19, 2016, the Central City Council joined forces with the Gilpin County Commissioners to hash out a couple of items of mutual concern. The Central Council joined the Gilpin Commissioners (more…)
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City of Black Hawk cuts the ribbon on new Employee Wellness Center
“Our hope and dream for a long time,” says City Clerkby Patty Unruh
The City of Black Hawk proudly held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new Employee Wellness Center on Wednesday, July 13. The Center is located at “The Barn” in Mountain City (more…)
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Ghostbusters remake not all that bad
Ivan Reitman film works well for this ageBy David Josselyn
When the trailer first appeared for the new Ghostbusters film, it quickly earned the title “most hated trailer of 2016.” I think the biggest reason was confusion surround what this new movie was supposed to be; a sequel or a remake. (more…)
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The Cold Springs Fire in Nederland
A close-up and personal viewpointby Dave Gibson
I was working at my desk when the sun dimmed and the sky turned brown. My first thought that it was due to a solar eclipse, but stepping out onto my deck revealed the grim truth – Fire! (more…)
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Whose face is on the barroom floor?
It’s Not Who You Think It IsBy Barbara Bazata Kendall
Many people, quite understandably, assume they know whose face is on the barroom floor of the Teller House in Central City, an image which, over the years, has been a very popular attraction. This article will offer them a new perspective on the longstanding story. (more…)
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Tension flares over Cold Springs Fire near Nederland
Gilpin County responders hasten to aid our neighborsby Patty Unruh
Gilpin County residents watched anxiously this week as firefighters desperately battled a blaze near the neighboring town of Nederland that started last Saturday, July 9, around 1:30 p.m. (more…)
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Essence of the West opens for the summer
New Gallery Exhibit in Central CityBy David Josselyn
The one-room gallery above the Central City Visitor’s Center has opened a new exhibit featuring four artists’ work: Chris Schranck in ceramics and glass, Gene Youngmann in watercolor, (more…)
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Crosley Hotshot sings freedom’s song at Fourth of July celebration
Christ the King Community Church hosts music and BBQ festivalby Patty Unruh
Members of Christ the King Community Church mingled with members of the community and guests from the metro area on July 2 for a joyous celebration of the Fourth of July and our nation’s freedom. Men, women, teens, children, and dogs gathered at the (more…)
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Central City Opera’s 2016 Summer Festival opens
“The Ballad of Baby Doe” July 9 through August 6
By Janet BraccioCentral City Opera opens its 2016 summer festival with Douglas Moore’s The Ballad of Baby Doe, running in repertory from July 9 through August 6, in the historic 550-seat opera house in Central City. (more…)
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It’s time to “ooh” and “aah” again
Black Hawk presents Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
by Patty Unruh
“And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the night that our flag was still there…” (more…)
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No Prohibition in Central City
4th Annual Stills in the HillsBy David Josselyn
On a partly cloudy Saturday with temps in the seventies and indecisive weather such as found in Colorado like an ADHD child, twenty-six distilleries, twelve vendors, and two bands (more…)