19+ hour, 31+ min ago   (314+ words) ALLENSPARK — Many artists choose more than a single medium because inspiration rarely arrives speaking just one language. Some stories ask for paint, others for words or movement, or the quiet magic of a puppet brought to life. Each medium reveals…...

22+ hour, 51+ min ago   (644+ words) A deeper understanding of our amazing hummingbirds BOULDER COUNTY — I recently headed out one early morning to a very special place I was introduced to last year, a private hummingbird "sanctuary.” This land is near and dear to my heart…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago   (54+ words) A group leading the effort to Save the Merc has until May 2027 to raise $1.5 million and preserve the restaurant and performance space in perpetuity. Courtesy: Jamestown Mercantile Rolling Harvest at the Jamestown Mercantile New law with motorcycle endorsement for minors…...

1+ day, 18+ hour ago   (251+ words) Three local churches gathered Sunday to honor area first responders Local first responders (active and retired) honored at the Community Worship Service on August 9 where all three Nederland churches gathered together to worship. Community members sing during the Community Worship…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (360+ words) NEDERLAND — Nat Roth has always experienced the joy and whimsy of music and writing. However, she’s found her stride more in music in her adult years, recently embracing the artist identity of Charlie Lou. “I didn’t really have the environment…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (885+ words) House of Odditeas blends herbs, history, and a little magic on Eureka Street Large jars of loose herbs line the shelves at House of Odditeas in Central City, where customers can buy in bulk by the ounce or have owner…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago   (1493+ words) Fire district considers six-mill increase to hire more firefighters Gilpin County Emergency Management Director Steven Mingura, front left, talks with Timberline Fire Protection District officials on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Station 3, about how board members can assist during major emergencies.. BLACK…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago   (609+ words) Small changes can ease the stress of back-to-school mornings View from the observatory platform at Timberline Fire Station during a recent open house. NOAA’s Fritz Peak Observatory has been remodeled and outfitted as the newest Timberline Fire Station, a positive…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago   (321+ words) BLACK HAWK — “You have a great paper. I used to read a different one and it didn’t have any news. I love how you cover everything. Thank you.” “I love your column, especially the one this week. Thanks for writing…...

2+ day, 17+ hour ago   (49+ words) The Mountain-Ear A group leading the effort to Save the Merc has until May 2027 to raise $1.5 million and preserve the restaurant and performance space in perpetuity. Courtesy: Jamestown Mercantile River Arkansas at the Jamestown Mercantile Gilpin board approves new insurance…...