CENTRAL CITY  — The Central City Downtown Development Authority is considering contributing $40,000 toward the next phase of the city’s comprehensive master plan, a document focused on guiding economic development, infrastructure...

CENTRAL CITY – The Central City Council convened on March 18, 2025, for a work session at 6:09 p.m., focusing on critical issues including the fire department master plan and a temporary access request for the Mighty Argo Cable Car project. Fire...

CENTRAL CITY – A piece of Central City's history was lost in flames on the morning of March 16, 2025, as a structure fire at 138 Spring Street destroyed the historic Hawley Merchandise building.  This marks the second fire in the city this...

Central City Opera’s 93rd Summer Festival CENTRAL CITY - After a 2024 festival that brought sellout crowds, rave reviews, and glowing audience feedback, Central City Opera is proud to announce their 2025 Summer Festival lineup. Central City...

CENTRAL CITY—The Central City Council convened on Tuesday, February 25, at 3:05 p.m. for a work session focused on long-range planning, business improvement efforts, and the city's financial sustainability.  All council members were present....

CENTRAL CITY – The Central City Council convened for a regular meeting on March 4, 2025, to deliberate on several pressing municipal matters, including admission fees, parking regulations, and snow removal requirements.  Mayor Jeremy Fey...

CENTRAL CITY—On the evening of February 21, 2024, the Gilpin County Republican Committee (GCRC) hosted its fourth annual Lincoln Day Dinner at the Elks Lodge. Attendees gathered for an evening of fellowship, political discussion, and fundraising,...

CENTRAL CITY – The Central City Council convened its regular meeting on February 18, 2025, at City Hall, with Mayor Jeremy Fey presiding.  In attendance were council members Todd Williams, Chuck Spencer, Marcia Enloe, and Zane Plsek, along...

CENTRAL CITY – An early morning fire on February 12, 2025, at Gold Mountain Village Apartments resulted in the tragic loss of one life and the displacement of multiple residents.  The fire, which ignited around 3:15 a.m., remains under...

CENTRAL CITY – Business leaders, government officials, and economic stakeholders gathered at the historic Teller House on Feb. 13 to discuss the future of Clear Creek and Gilpin counties. Hosted by the Clear Creek Economic Development Corporation...

CENTRAL CITY – The Central City Council convened for a work session at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, to discuss the relocation of the Visitor Center to the Belvidere Theater and ongoing concerns about housing needs within the area. The meeting,...

CENTRAL CITY – The Central City Council convened its regular meeting on Feb. 4, 2025, at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 141 Nevada St., following a work session. Mayor Jeremy Fey and council members Zane Plsek, Todd Williams, Chuck Spencer, and Marcia...

CENTRAL CITY – Gilpin County School District's longtime art teacher, Curt Halsted, is retiring after 24 years of shaping young artists and fostering creativity within the community.  To mark this significant transition, Halsted has curated a...

CENTRAL CITY – The Central City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at City Hall with Mayor Jeremy Fey presiding. Council members Todd Williams, Chuck Spencer, Marcia Enloe, and Zane Plsek were in attendance, with Enloe...

CENTRAL CITY – On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, the Central City Council convened its first meeting of the year, marking the start of a new chapter with the swearing-in of two recently elected members, Chuck Spencer and Zane Plsek.  Both took...

CENTRAL CITY – As 2024 draws to a close, Central City reflects on a year of debates, historic milestones, and community growth. From discussions on senior housing and sexually oriented businesses (SOBs) to significant steps in restoring the...

CENTRAL CITY – Stepping into 125 Main Street in Central City was like stepping back in time, literally and figuratively, as I was greeted by the sound of several dozen clocks ticking. Mostly older clocks adorned the wall, and Evan Dutchman,...

CENTRAL CITY – Central City was filled with the laughter and voices of children on Thursday, December 5, as the annual Tommyknockers Christmas Parade brought together Gilpin County’s youngest residents to decorate the Town’s Christmas tree with...

CENTRAL CITY –On one of the longest nights of the year, the people of Central made the town glow, lighting the Christmas tree as songs of good tidings filled the air.  The 26th Annual Tommyknocker Holidays brought warmth and joy to Central...