Sheriff confirms explosion due to hash oil extraction
By Patty Unruh
A rental home at 412 Chalet Drive in Gilpin County burned to the ground on Sunday, November 30. The fire was caused by a butane tank explosion that happened just after 11:00 a.m. that morning. (more…)
County Commissioners Meeting
By Staci McBrayer
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners convened on Tuesday, November 25th, 2014 at the Gilpin County Courthouse. Commissioner Buddy Schmalz, (more…)
Council also schools guest on proper procedure
By David Josselyn
The Central City Council and staff met for a regular council meeting on Tuesday, December 2, 2014. All members of Council were present along with City Clerk Reba Bechtel, (more…)
September 11, 1939 – November 15, 2014
Nederland residents suffered an immeasurable loss November 15th with the passing of local legend Dave Felkley. From Frozen Dead Guy Days to Miners’ Days, and all the events (more…)
Fifth graders make Thanksgiving special for seniors
By Patty Unruh
Students from Gilpin County School served a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on November 20 to thirty-five senior citizens from the Gilpin Community Center’s senior program. (more…)
May 27, 1938 – November 21, 2014
Judith G. Kidder-Smith was a long time resident of Gilpin County. She passed away November 21, 2014 due to complications of hip surgery at St. Anthony’s Hospital in (more…)
Gilpin Board of Education hears audit report
By Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Education met November 17. Present were Craig Holmes, President, Brook Ramsey, Charlotte Taylor, Kersten Armstrong, and Steve Boulter, as well (more…)
City Council discusses Main Street, new loan, and CEDA
By David Josselyn
The Central City Council and staff met for a regular council meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2014. All members of Council were present along with City Clerk Reba Bechtel, (more…)
To reduce court appearances for minor infractions
By Staci McBrayer
The Black Hawk City Council met in the Council Chambers for their regularly scheduled meeting on November 12th, 2014. Mayor David Spellman, Aldermen Jim Johnson, Paul Bennett, (more…)
30 years ago – November 23, 1984
Gilpin County Treasurer Virginia Starkey collected $5,051 in bonus bids at the delinquent property tax sale held on Monday. The total amount of taxes collected at the sale was (more…)
Gilpin County School celebrates Veterans Day
By Patty Unruh
“I have been in 32 different countries, and this is the most amazing country in the world. We are so blessed…” “I’m glad I was able to serve for you… ” “Any of us would do it again (more…)
Improving communications in southwestern Boulder County
By Patty Unruh
The Timberline Fire Protection District (TFPD) Board had its regular meeting November 10. Present were President Jim Crawford, Vice Chair Rick Wenzel, Treasurer Rik Henrikson, (more…)
CEDA loan repayment due to City
By David Josselyn
The Central City Council and staff met for a regular council meeting on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. All members of Council were present along with City Clerk Reba (more…)
Commissioners approve 911 support agreement
By Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners met on Tuesday, November 4 at the Gilpin County Courthouse. Commissioner and Board Chair Gail Watson, Commissioner (more…)
February 15, 1931 – October 28, 2014
Timberline Fire Protection District is sad to announce the passing of retiree and long-time member Robert (Bob) Walsh. (more…)
Obtaining the full shopping experience at Cottonwood Farm
by Dave Gibson
Before carving a Halloween jack-o’-lantern, a suitable pumpkin must be obtained. Not just any pumpkin will do for the special task, but one that is of the correct size, shape, (more…)