Parks and Wildlife biologists have long-term concerns
By Joe Lewandowski
Conservation biologists at Colorado Parks and Wildlife are charged with keeping a close eye on sensitive wildlife – animals that sometimes are classified as “species of greatest conservation need” by the agency. One of those species is the Southern White-tailed Ptarmigan. (more…)
The spirit of Christmas includes giving
By Jaclyn Schrock
Over 150 volunteer hours helped provide a drive-through pick up of Christmas breakfast and dinner, on Tuesday, December 22nd. Gilpin Food Bank is so very thankful to their helpful, revolving team of volunteers. The young and not so young giving of time, energy, compassion and holiday cheer donated so many hours of help coordinated by the Gilpin Food Bank. (more…)
Let’s all support this valuable service by paying our fair share and stop abuse – increase in fees starts January 6th
By Randy Beaudette
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners participated in an online workshop to discuss new fees to be implemented at the Gilpin County Solid Waste Transfer Station, aka “The Dump.” Commissioners Gail Watson, Ron Engels and Linda Isenhart attended along with County Manager (more…)
Newly Designated Local Historic Landmark in Gilpin County
By Randy Beaudette
Gilpin County is knee deep in history. With the preservation of our rich mining past, historic towns and buildings, it is easy to imagine what life was like in the not so distant past. One often overlooked piece of our historical puzzle is the Lincoln Hills subdivision located in northern Gilpin County. (more…)
A rare holiday for miners reserved for ‘prayin and eatin’
By David Forsyth, PhD
The story of the first Thanksgiving is perhaps one of the best known and most mythical stories in American history, and while its importance is doubted by few, the holiday itself was slow to take hold. Between the time of the American Revolution and the Civil War, each state decided when to mark its own Thanksgiving. By the early 19th (more…)
October 30 – Stricter State Board of Health regulations will reduce casino capacities and table games
By Randy Beaudette
Gilpin Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) October 30, 2020 special online meeting featured subjects such as an update on Public Health Order #20-13 as it relates to Gilpin’s Protect Our Neighbors Status, and a letter to the State to consider closing of Golden Gate State Park. (more…)
Due to wildfire threat caused by severe drought and wind
By Reid Armstrong
Due to unprecedented and historic fire conditions, the USDA Forest Service’s Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests is announcing a temporary closure of all National Forest land in Clear Creek, Jefferson, Gilpin, Boulder, and Larimer counties, effective at midnight tonight, Oct. 21. This decision will be re-evaluated daily as conditions change. (more…)
Gilpin County Commissioners consider old fashioned country fair for next fall
By Randy Beaudette
The Gilpin Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) October 6, 2020 regular online meeting discussed topics such as information on the upcoming Tolland Road closure, welcome news concerning the 2021 Fair, and Great Outdoor Colorado Resilient Communities Grant Award acceptance. (more…)
For Gilpin County Commissioner
PRESS RELEASE – Hi fellow Gilpin residents, I am Sandy Hollingsworth running for County Commissioner, District 3. I have lived in Rollinsville for 22 years, and have been married just as long. You may know me from my 20 years of volunteering for Boards, projects, committees, and nonprofits in Gilpin County and beyond. My caring for Gilpin County, residents I have met, county services, and our public lands is sincere. I grew up in a military family, learning the value of public service, and am a social (more…)
Running for Colorado House District 13
PRESS RELEASE – Democrat Judy Amabile will push for bold solutions to key issues impacting Colorado as the Representative for House District 13, a seat currently held by term-limited Speaker of the House KC Becker. “My experience has prepared me to take on this role,” said Judy. “I’ve made my life in Colorado, raising a family, co-founding Polar Bottle, a successful manufacturing business, and advocating passionately for issues like the (more…)
Exploring in Gilpin and Clear Creek counties
By Aaron Storms
Our friends Ron and Becky drove their Jeep Wrangler down to Gilpin County from Madison, WI for another off-road adventure with us. They rented a nice little cabin on the Casey Road in Central City that they referred to as the “cliff-hanger” cabin, and we planned out our weekend trips at the Dostal Alley Friday evening. (more…)
$7.7 million needed to run the Sheriff’s Office and Rec Center
By Randy Beaudette
On August 25, 2020 Gilpin Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) held a long and disorganized online regular meeting that discussed topics such as an update on the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, a discussion concerning the Sheriff’s Office and Parks and Recreation Capital Expenditures, and a discussion on possible November Ballot questions. (more…)
August 18th Land & Facility Use Comprehensive Plan discussion
By Jaclyn Schrock
Abel Montoya, Gilpin County Manager, opened the third Town Hall (TH3) meeting following the closing of the Gilpin County Community Center (GCCC) or Recreation Center, cuts in county staff, and cuts to the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office (SO). A $2 million budget cut resulted from COVID-19 lockdown March-June, 2020. (more…)
Rollinsville couple to open the Stage Stop Pub
by David Josselyn
Just west of Highway 119 in Rollinsville lies an unassuming industrial warehouse, housing a gem of a business Gold Dirt Distillery, operated by Judd and Chrissy (more…)
Camping restrictions, day-use rules will be implemented after Labor Day to protect health and safety
By K. Reid Armstrong
Working in close collaboration with local officials and community leaders, the Roosevelt National Forest is announcing plans to reconfigure West Magnolia’s designated campsites into better organized loops with services and amenities, such as metal fire rings, pit toilets, and trash receptacles. The (more…)
And enjoy the many benefits
by Melinda Myers
Pollinators are responsible for about 75% of the food we eat. The European honeybee is the most well-known but our native bees are also critically important. We can help (more…)