This letter was sent to the Gilpin County School community members on Thursday, March 27, 2025, and was shared with The Mountain-Ear. Dear Gilpin School Community, In an effort to offer transparency, the Board of Education has...
Dear writers, columnists, and contributors, By now, everyone is aware we have a podcast in conjunction with the newspaper. We are now in our fifth year as a podcast! In February 2025, we broke 25,000 downloads across all of our episodes! This is...
On March 11, 2025, parents of Nederland Middle-Senior High School (NMSHS) students received notice that, due to Principal Gavan Goodrich retiring at the end of the school year, Nederland Elementary School (NES) Principal Caleb Melamed was to...
A new opportunity has arisen for those enthused about exercise, about sport, and about some competitive fun. Thanks to the passionate spirit of Nederland locals, Community Volleyball has arrived; open for adults of all skill levels who are excited...
NEDERLAND - Have you ever been hiking among the peaceful quiet of a wetlands area and been startled by an abrupt splash of water nearby, followed by an eerie return to tranquility? It is generally safe to say that, outside of the...
Samburu National Reserve DAVE GIBSON KENYA–In the center of Kenya, 240 miles from Nairobi, lies Samburu National Reserve. Along what is considered the gateway of the arid northern frontier, it is home to some of the country’s rarest and unique...
Grand Island Resources LLC, owners of the Caribou and Cross Mines (located roughly four miles outside of Nederland), have applied for Designated Mining Operation status for the Cross Mine. The application was submitted to state regulators on...
So far in 2025, the Nederland Food Pantry (NFP) has worked to mitigate funding fluctuations and a paucity of products by pursuing innovative partnerships, establishing new policies, and setting goals that will bolster their commitment to the...
Timbers Classic Rail Jam DAVE GIBSON ELDORA MOUNTAIN RESORT – Seventy-five skiers and snowboarders turned out on Saturday, March 22, to test their mettle on metal at his year’s Classic Rail Jam. A dizzying assortment of maneuvers could be seen...
As I walked the Lake Estes loop, practicing my quantum and neuroplasticity (the process of reprograming your brain for better health) meditation, I came across a sign: “Colorado-Big Thompson Project.” Curiosity struck and I had to learn more. The...
Gilpin County – The third and final documentary in the Forest Health Movie Matinee series was shown on March 15, 2025, at Timberline Fire Station #3 (Fitz Observatory) to a dedicated crowd of residents and emergency services personnel. The film “The Fire Problem” is based on the premise that fire is integral to maintaining healthy forest ecosystems and fire management should replace fire suppression as public policy.
GILPIN COUNTY – A newly formed grassroots activist group, tentatively called Tricounty Unity for Democracy, held its second meeting on Sunday, March 16, at the Gilpin County Public Library. The group, which draws members from Gilpin, Boulder, and...
Your CSU extension office is moving ahead into spring with the following opportunities in April, 2025: Butterfly and larva identification training April 19, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Golden Gate Canyon State Park After...
Matt was born on February 25, 1970, and passed away on May 27, 2024. He was a long-time local that worked in several local restaurants including the Pioneer Inn for over 20 years, The Last Stand, and Canyon Tavern for about six years combined. As...
GILPIN COUNTY - The 12th Annual Gilpin County Education Foundation Scholarship Dinner will take place on Saturday, April 26, at the Ameristar Casino & Resort. This special evening helps the Foundation support graduating...
Life in Nature: A songbird without a song NEDERLAND - This week’s article is for all the bird feeder fanatics out there. It was inspired by a recent photo post on the internet social of a gathering witnessed in the back yard. We are...
GILPIN COUNTY - The Very Nice Brewing Company in Gilpin County was overflowing with patrons on March 9 when the brewery held their 1st Annual Chili Cook-off. Twenty-three participants submitted slow cookers which filled...
Theater lovers, let's gather together and bring new plays to life!
NEDERLAND – A popular tourist destination year-round, Nederland still faces a shortage of youth-focused activities. Specifically, there are limited options for teenagers. Most activities in town are geared towards younger children or adults 21 and...
Gilpin County – A number of parents voiced their concerns on two topics during public comments at the March 4, 2025, Gilpin County RE-1 board of education meeting at the school.