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Requiem for a glacier

This photo was taken in June 2017 after a snowy winter. The snow field on the left came down almost to the edge of the lake.
Saint Mary's has melted away
Governor Jared Polis with members of the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing at the September 28, 2026, press conference in Gilpin County announcing the recipients of the Colorado Rural Health Transformation Program grants.

Clinica receives Rural Health grant

Governor Polis visits Gilpin for announcement
Candidates for public office at the 2026 Candidates Forum on September 26, 2026, in the Gilpin County Courthouse meeting room. Candidates sat next to each other and took turns answering questions about their respective department or office.

2026 Gilpin County Candidates Forum

Courtesy and respect hold sway during talks

Ned principal placed on administrative leave

Investigation ongoing into unnamed incident

Nederland restructuring purchase agreement for Eldora Ski Resort

After months of silence, Town reveals search for more ‘resilient’ deal
It was a full house for the Golden Gate Auxiliary’s annual pig roast on September 19, 2026.

Pig roast packs the Grange

Golden Gate Canyon Fire District hosts over 200 people

Community News

Sheriff candidate answers questions

Sheriff candidate Greg Demo addressed issues at the Gilpin County Candidates Forum
"Costume" was the theme for the Harvest Festival, and the Nederland Area Historical Society understood the assignment.

Farmers market season ends in smiles

Locals welcome fall at Harvest Festival

New locals are newlyweds

Colleen Leonard and Daniel Hipskind were married on September 25, 2026

Birthday Greetings

Happy Birthday to my little brother
The line for the Begay family's Navajo Tacos was incredibly long, but the wait is always worth it.

Harvest Festival prevails amid peeper traffic

Calvary Chapel's autumnal event highlights local artists
Community Calendar
Events
 
Cracker Barrel
Oktoberfest celebrations, live music and educational programs in the Peak to Peak Region
Halloween Calendar
Murder mysteries, spooky strolls and more Halloween events along the Peak to Peak
Music Listing
Live music along the Peak to Peak for the week of October 8-15, 2026
Nederland Area Seniors
Plenty of opportunities for wellness, connection, learning, and fun for Nederland seniors
Gilpin County Seniors
Gilpin-area events for older adults, October 2026
Gilpin County Parks & Recreation
A variety of programs, activities and events throughout September
Government, Police & Fire
Government

Old can, same worms

The long-awaited New Explorers childcare center is now open, despite the matter of their unsettled $361,582 debt to the Town.

Fee deferral approved

Proposed rules subject to Trustee approval
G3 needing to 'remove or relocate' structures
Police and Fire

Golden Gate Fire approves draft budget

Golden Gate Fire Protection District Board Treasurer Mike Sever presented a draft 2027 budget to the Board, including President Deb Curlee, on September 24.

The Fire District Board approved a draft 2027 budget ahead of a November mill levy vote

Landline loss impedes emergency coverage
Timberline hosted a spaghetti dinner and Pixar movie night at Fire Station #3
School Zone
Caiden Stackpole and Felix Miller flying down the corkscrew section in Eagle.

Ned Mountain Bike Team finds success in Eagle

Nederland Mountain Bike earned its third straight second-place Division Two finish

Gilpin County School is a Colorado Attendance Challenge Champion

High school received Accredited with Distinction recognition

School Calendars

Nederland and Gilpin school events for the week of October 8, 2026

(From left) Snow White, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty—aka Kirsten Goolett, Suzie Murphy, and Sara Swanson.

Gilpin Homecoming parade

Proud to be an Eagle!

School spirit high at Gilpin Homecoming

Rogue volleyball makes basket during Dayspring game
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Culture & Leisure
Music of the Mountains
Craig Beeman (left) and Donny Dread (right)

Craig Beeman

This multi-genre DJ has found new musical outlets in the Colorado mountains

Zach Bellas

Even when it feels like the world is against them, this band plays on
    • Music Listing

      Live music and open mics are filling venues across the Peak to Peak region this week

It's Your Turn

Attack of the leaf peepers

Public urination meets tourism destination

Shot in the wild: Meet the Winners

This year's winners showcase the wonder of wildlife through stunning photography
Arts & Entertainment
Wild turkeys flock together in Allenspark
Custom murals to grace The Vault
Chinook, coho, brown, and rainbow
Food & Eating
Sliced pumpkin bread loaf sitting on wooden cutting board with pecan nuts and cinnamon spices

Pumpkin Bread

It’s fall, and time, it seems, for all things pumpkin

Some Words for the Week
Everybody's Reading It!

Homer, Alaska

Doug and Annie read The Mountain-Ear at the  Salty Dawg in Homer, Alaska

Pets
Fifi

The Someday Dogs: The rest of the pack

Save a life with adoption through Longmont Humane Society

Who are the Someday Dogs?

Change your life and a dog's life—adopt from a shelter
Pet of the Week
I’m Lulu, waiting to love again at the Longmont Humane Society
Lifestyles

Local news for those with vision loss

Aftersight makes local news accessible to those with vision loss

Lions Clubs serve families at Ronald McDonald House

Local Lions served dinner to families at Denver’s Ronald McDonald House

Mountain Fest in Coal Creek Canyon

Mountain fun for mountain funds

NCPC will miss longtime pianist

After 15 years Herman says goodbye 

Local Resources List

See our local resources

Special Publications
Andrew Morse works at the pottery wheel at the Gilpin County Community Center.

Art around every corner in Gilpin

A trip through Gilpin County on the Peak to Peak Studio Tour

Aspens and art on local Studio Tour

Studio Tour featured 26 galleries and home studios

Studio Tour 2026: Canyon Coffee

Canyon Coffee in Coal Creek Canyon participates in Studio Tour 2026
Body Mind Spirit
Glenwood Hot Springs, one of Colorado’s most popular destinations for soaking in gently warm waters, with cave options and more, offers ample opportunities for cautious bathing.

Exploring the world of hot springs

Hot springs may offer health benefits, but they also come with risks that visitors should consider

Hot and cold water therapy may benefit both body and mind
Visitor's Guide
Trotting horses through the Rocky Mountains may be a dream for most, but here it can be a reality. Mountains, trees, lakes, and trails are calling your name.
The Peak to Peak region really has it all, even its own ski area—Eldora Mountain Ski Resort. 
Business
Susan and Jeffrey Green, owners of Very Nice Brewing Company in Nederland and Gilpin County, stand in VNBC in their new location at The Vault in Nederland.

How to stay Very Nice through disaster

Local brewery embraces practicality in the face of pain
One of the first photos taken at the scene of the fire: Scott Harrison stands to protect the Carousel of Happiness.

A picture's worth a thousand tons

In this personal essay, reporter Christopher Kelley reflects covering the Lakeview Fire
Lakeview's past and future still in question
Offering hearty food and welcoming service near Allenspark
Longtime stylist stays busy in Gilpin location
New management for campground, store
New owners take over record store
House of Odditeas blends herbs, history, and a little magic on Eureka Street
Augustina's Winery makes a comeback
Opinion
Peak Perspectives
Library with many shelves and books, diminishing perspective and shallow dof

Let books be

Majority of book challenges come from organized groups or governments

Saturday I had an exceptionally good day, guiding questions and listening to answers
The Mountain-Ear will host a Candidates Forum at the Old Central City courthouse
Cool community happenings, brought to you by your local paper
Letter to the Editor
Mountain Columns

The woodpecker that wouldn’t

A few fun facts about our Northern Flickers
A beautiful backdrop at Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater.

Lift the Vail

Fall colors and live music made for a memorable Vail getaway

Libra

The Autumn Equinox signals the start of the new season
Local volunteer Carolyn Petersen has hosted multiple Star Parties over the past few summers, where she has taught visitors about the night sky at Panorama Point.

Colorado’s first Urban Night Sky Place

Golden Gate Canyon State Park gains significant recognition 

The Alphas are coming 

Peak to Peak - “I’m scared we’re all gonna die,” Emma whispered. The five year old was creating an elaborate scene in the play room with two doll houses, numerous pieces of furniture, a variety of trees, people of all shapes and sizes, cars (“a...

Mountain Folk Tale: Emma Berg, Gilpin storykeeper

CENTRAL CITY - At this year’s Cemetery Crawl at the Catholic Cemetery, Emma Berg stepped into the role of Ellen Flynn, telling Flynn’s story with a precision that comes from hours of research and practice.  The audience, huddled near a...

Sunscreen, snacks, and social skills

Wrap up summer and get back-to-school ready
Obituaries
Peggy Buck Mills
Peggy Jeanne Buck passed away on September 8, 2026
Joseph Anthony McCullough 
Joe McCullough, 72, of Gilpin County, Colorado, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on August 12, 2026
Dennis Dwight Duckett
Dennis Dwight Duckett passed away on July 15, 2026 at  his beautiful home in Ruidoso New Mexico
Mary Geneva Ramstetter
Mary Geneva Ramstetter, aged 91, a long time Golden resident
Robert (Bob) Dean Fowler
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Dean Fowler
Lakeview Fire
One of the bigger and more intricate pieces that Kay has ever worked on, presenting the beautiful yellow aspen leaves of autumn.

Kay O'Neil can't be stopped

Kay O’Neil has reopened her stained glass studio after the Lakeview Fire
Tadasana Mountain Yoga, after their studio was lost in the 2025 Lakeview Fire, has been hosting sessions everywhere in the community, including at HubNed.

'Silver linings everywhere'

Tadasana Mountain Yoga finds strength after the Lakeview Fire

Donate to the Lakeview Fire victims

Help those afffected by the fire at Caribou Viallage UPDATE: Nearly $400k raised across verified fundraisers!

 

After the Lakeview Fire, artist Danielle Crouse found a new creative path
After rebuilding, Mountain Man celebrates 13 years
Around the Region
Allenspark
Community, crafts, art, music in Allenspark
Black Hawk
Stair climb marks 25 years since attacks
Boulder County
Prescribed burns begin September 16, continue through fall and winter
Central City
Candidate Central City Alderman
Coal Creek Canyon
Expanded menu marks event supporting students
Gilpin County
Festival brings politics, food, and local crafters together
Gold Hill
Music, food and community filled the Gold Hill Inn’s annual Labor Day party
Golden Gate Canyon
Gilpin County battles the spread of invasive weeds
Nederland
A fun run for the young ones
Young artists show up to sell creations, play music