NEDERLAND - The Native American history of the area known as Nederland today is truly unique and goes back thousands of years. The Ute trail west of Nederland was the route used by Prehistoric Native Americans to access the largest alpine game...
PEAK TO PEAK - Septic system maintenance might sound overwhelming, but it’s like brushing your teeth; it’s about consistency and not letting things get out of hand. Here are four key habits (and a bonus tip) for keeping your septic system in...
GILPIN COUNTY - Gilpin County recently acquired a 39-acre historic ranch property, primarily for its water rights. The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) is interested in exploring potential uses for the property including historic preservation,...
“It’s just confidence,” said Mike Techentin, one of the 8 coaches who volunteered their time on a frigid, snowy Saturday, January 25, 2025, for the very first Nederland Repair Café (NRC). Techentin, who signed up as a coach with a...
GILPIN COUNTY – On February 19, 2025, the Peak-to-Peak Chamber of Commerce met at Lan-Yap Café in Central City for their monthly meeting, this time focusing on strategic planning. Business owners and community members gathered to discuss...
These two local establishments, on opposite sides of Coal Creek, are starting a new chapter!
There are a lot of reasons why Nederland is such a beautiful place, including the splendor of its natural surroundings, and its authenticity as an old mining encampment turned hippie attraction, a haven for musicians, artists, and freaks of all...
NEDERLAND - Join us for an inspiring and interactive evening at our upcoming annual demo art show and reception at the Nederland Community Center on Thursday, March 6, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. You’ll have the chance to view the work of 24 talented...
In the February 20, 2025 edition of The Mountain-Ear, the title of Old Pup's upcoming album was promoted with the incorrect title Spider's Town; the album is actually called Spider Towns. We apologize for the error.
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,...
DENVER — After a legal battle spanning more than five years, a Denver District Court judge has awarded more than $74 million to PCL Construction and four of its subcontractors in a breach-of-contract lawsuit against the owners of the Monarch...
Pancake breakfast celebrates Valentine’s Day John Scarffe Coal Creek Canyon Coal Creek Canyon residents and families packed the Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association Hall at 31528 highway 72 on February 15, 2025, from 7 a.m. to11 a.m...
NEDERLAND - Within the lively halls of Nederland Elementary School, parents and caregivers came together with a shared goal: fostering confidence and resilience in their children. The latest TEENS, Inc.’s Mountain Strong Families Program session,...
Gilpin County – The Gilpin County Public Health Department and the Gilpin County CSU Extension service held a joint meeting on February 11, 2025, at the Gilpin Library that focused on three home environmental issues (radon/well/septic). The event drew about 20 people in person and another 15 online.
The Nederland Downtown Development Authority (NDDA) met on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, to discuss the potential of utilizing private land as potential locations for the upcoming Summer Concert Series. Last year’s successful event was mostly...
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...
GILPIN COUNTY — A little beer, a little banter, and a lot of politics were on tap at this month’s Liberal Drinking with the Dems, the Gilpin County Democrats' regular social gathering. On the evening of Feb. 12, local Democrats met at the...
Peak to Peak Hockey at Ball Arena DAVE GIBSON DENVER – What do Colorado Avalanche greats Nathan MacKinnon, Joe Sakic, Peter Forsberg, Patrick Roy, Claude LeMieux, Adam Foote, and Peak to Peak Hockey players have in common? Answer: They’ve all...
LINCOLN HILLS - February is Black History Month. Most Peak to Peak residents know that we have our own unique contribution to Black history here in Gilpin County: the Lincoln Hills community, which was created in 1922 as a resort in the Rocky...
