Camp Always Choose Adventures, the nation’s first off-grid outdoor camp serving all ages and abilities, is seeking a new Board President for 2025. The organization extends its gratitude to outgoing President Gerry Roach, who will continue as a...
CENTRAL CITY – The Gilpin County Arts Association (GCAA) hosted a spectacular and savory evening with its 2024 fundraiser, the inaugural Taste of Gilpin, on November 14, 2024, at Central City’s historic Teller House. As someone who attended...
Bad gas alleged at former Quick Mark John Scarffe Coal Creek Canyon The Coal Creek Canyon store at 30520 Highway 72 currently only sells unleaded gasoline, and premium and mid-level gas are not available as of November 16, 2024. The store is...
The excitement and fun of catching the first chair of the season at Eldora is apparent on the faces of Ziggy Avjean, Jose Garcia, Mason Richard, Jean-luc Pineau, Naomi Pearlman, and Hunter …
USDA Forest Service Chief Randy Moore has announced the selection of Chris Stubbs as the new Forest Supervisor for the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. He replaces Monte Williams who retired in June following 33 years of federal service.
NEDERLAND - The Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes, chapter 3, says that “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven” (NIV version of the Bible). Calvary Chapel in Nederland is embracing a season of change. Pastor...
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners meeting on November 12, 2024, featured the much-anticipated presentation of the Sexually Oriented Business (SOB) Impact Study, conducted by Paradigm Public Affairs. This meeting will be the only BoCC...
TUNGSTEN VALLEY - Ah, November 1978. J–, in my high school Senior Honors English class, asked me if she could help grind the mirror for a telescope I was building, down in the school’s grotto-like chemistry lab. I was enthusiastic. “Wow, I didn’t...
NEDERLAND - The preparations for the 2024 Nederland Thanksgiving Potluck have already begun, as this tradition since the early nineties returns on Sunday, November 17, 2024 to once again remind us all of the amazing community that we live...
On a day fittingly alternating between snow and sunshine, Eldora Resort held a grand opening ceremony for their new Caribou Lodge on October 30, 2024, in front of a cheering crowd. The new building located at the beginner area will house the Ignite Adaptive Sports program (Ignite), the children’s ski school, a cafeteria, a family warming room, a retail store and modern restrooms with glove boxes behind every toilet.
ROLLINSVILLE – On Halloween night, October 31, 2024, I had the chance to step into the world of pure terror at the Haunted Stage Stop in Rollinsville. And wow, what a bone-chilling experience! For those that are unaware, the Stage Stop has...
On Wednesday, October 30, 2024, the Nederland Area Seniors hosted their first ever costume contest. Dozens of seniors enjoyed a delicious lunch of enchiladas, rice, salad and beans. A pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting followed.
NEDERLAND - While the Old Town neighborhood was swarmed with all kinds of young ghosts and goblins, and their chaperones, on Halloween night, the ghoulishly good times were being continued just across the street at the Caribou Village Shopping...
NEDERLAND - It’s been a busy year for Jeff and Susan Green. Not only did the Very Nice Brewing Company (VNBC) owners continue to operate their Nederland taproom for the thirteenth year, while offering their classic community-focused events like...
IDAHO SPRINGS - Angels, devils, and even chickens took over the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge on October 26, 2024, for the “Howl at the Moon” fundraiser, a night brimming with costumes, music, and generosity in support of Charlie’s Place animal...
Golden Gate Grange hosts spooky Trunk or Treat John Scarffe Golden Gate Canyon The Golden Gate Canyon Grange hosted the annual Trunk or Treat Halloween celebration on October 27, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Grange, 25231 Golden Gate...
NEDERLAND - With All Hallows’ Eve approaching, those who always have their costumes ready, those habitual trick or treaters, have enjoyed a surplus of spookiness as local businesses suddenly become full of cobwebs, swarmed with bats, spiders, and...
On Friday, October 25, Very Nice Brewing Company in Gilpin held a pumpkin carving contest. Several participants grabbed a tool and dug into their pumpkins. Susan Green, of Very Nice Brewing, said, "We had 7 participants. We were not...
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, the Central City Elks Lodge hosted a Halloween-themed costume ball featuring a variety of creative outfits, fun fundraising activities, and lively décor. One popular attraction was the “jail,” where attendees could “lock up” friends and others could “bail” them out for $10 ...
On Sunday, October 20, 2024, the Nederland Food Pantry (NFP) welcomed members, volunteers, and donors to an Open House at their brand new home at 196 West 1st Street. NFP Board members greeted attendees and took them on a tour of the three...
