Letter to Editor


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Gilpin County Old Courthouse open to public

Dear Editor, The Gilpin County Old Courthouse first floor will be opening to the public as of June 1.  We do ask that you continue to make appointments and know that wearing a mask is mandatory while on county property and working with county employees.  Three Ways to Pay Your Taxes:  #1 – Online.  For online credit card or e-check... READ MORE >

Much gratitude

Dear Editor, One reporter you have, Omayra Acevedo, is exceptional. Reading her article a couple months ago: Keys on the Green at Evergreen, answered one of our critical questions for our 25th anniversary. That is, where are we going and where can we have a special dinner. Omayra gave us the solution.  The dinner was outstanding as was the fireplace... READ MORE >

Not to be forgotten

Dear Editor, I read your article about the TFPD and the sale of the Smith Ranch fire station. I was quite upset to see my grandparents referred to as “a couple” but then realized that you could not possibly know of the contributions to the mountain communities made by my grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth L. Green and how beloved... READ MORE >

Thanks from High Country Auxiliary

Dear Editor,  The High Country Auxiliary would like to thank the community for making our Chili Drive-By and Silent Auction each a huge success.  The monies raised will go to support our First Responders.  These events would not be possible without the outstanding support we receive from the community.   Thank you, Jim LarsonPresident, High Country Auxiliary (Originally published in... READ MORE >

Concerns regarding proposed Axton Ranch park

Dear Editor, We would like to take the opportunity to introduce ourselves.  We are Preserve Coal Creek Canyon, a group of locals that own property in the canyon who decided to collectively reach out to Denver Parks and Rec (DPR) to understand more about the proposed Axton Ranch donation to the City of Denver, including its potential impact on our... READ MORE >

Gratitude to volunteers in Gilpin County

Dear Editor, We are writing to express our gratitude to all of the many volunteers who have helped with the Gilpin County food pantry since the beginning of the pandemic. So many in our county have given of their time and resources to make sure that the needs of all Gilpin residents are met with dignity. Many county employees have... READ MORE >

Staff Appreciation Week at NMSHS

Dear Editor, We had a really fun week celebrating our amazing staff at NMSHS during Staff Appreciation Week from May 4 to May 7, 2021. To start off the week, Principal Rick Elertson and the Panther Parents PTA worked with the students to surprise the staff with a “Thank You” banner that we hung in the cafeteria for them to... READ MORE >

Nederland Farmers Market 2021 sources local produce

Dear Editor, Greetings Nederland. My name is Kipp Nash and I’m the Produce Manager for the Nederland Farmers Market for 2021. I plan and order produce for your weekly farmers market boxes and for our NFM market booth. Folks have been curious about how the box contents and booth products are chosen so I thought I’d shed some light on... READ MORE >

Healthcare for all

Dear Editor, U.S. Representatives Jayapal (D-WA) and Dingell (D-MI) recently reintroduced H.R. 1976, their improved Medicare For All Act of 2021 (M4A) in the House of Representatives. The bill proposes a single-payer, national health insurance system providing comprehensive and guaranteed health care to all Americans. H.R. 1976 calls for expanding and modifying our existing Medicare system to cover every citizen,... READ MORE >

Who really benefits from paid parking?

Dear Editor, The Nederland Board of Trustees uses an excellent decision-making process. They should be proud of a sophisticated system with citizen advisory boards to provide input, a legal review process, and superb Town administrators. For example, any new town project with obvious ramifications will need to undergo a Special Review Use application before approval. A professional approach to governance,... READ MORE >