Dear Editor, Sexually oriented businesses are a danger to historic areas and to the long term value of communities. I recently moved to Central City from Kansas City, MO. I moved here because I was memorized by the Central City and Black...
Dear Editor, I just wanted to say a quick "thank you" to the people who tend the flowers in the roundabout and other places around town. I don't even know their names, but they do a great job beautifying the town and I just wanted them to know...
Editor and Readers, Science and humankind have advanced and evolved by asking questions and testing hypotheses. All scientific disciplines rely on a preponderance of evidence to develop scientific principles around which the discipline is based....
Dear Editor, Summer festivals are not over. The free Wild Turkey Festival takes place Saturday, September 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the heart of Allenspark. Allenspark is located between Estes Park and Lyons. This brand-new community...
Dear Editor, The August 14 issue of The Mountain-Ear contained two letters to the editor regarding national politics. One concerned the redistricting in Texas. It is hard to see this as anything other than a partisan power grab. The...
Dear Editor, Everyone – from toddlers to senior citizens - throughout the Peak to Peak region is invited to join the fun as we “Rise Against Hunger.” Volunteers will meet at TEENS, Inc., 151 East Street in Nederland, on Tuesday, September...
Dear Barb Hardt, I wanted to tell you how impressed I am that The Mountain-Ear was recognized in so many ways for excellence in journalism. It is your vision, dedication, perseverance, and hard work that have made this happen. You have...
Dear Editor, On behalf of our entire library community, a HUGE congratulations on your major accomplishments this year--42 AWARDS at the Colorado Press Association Awards Ceremony! As fellow keepers of Intellectual Freedom, let me...
Dear Editor, In response to the recent letter urging Democrats to “accept the election,” let’s be clear: acceptance is not the same as silence. Democracy requires both. Respecting outcomes and holding leaders accountable. I don’t hate all...
Dear Editor, This is in response to a letter published in The Mountain-Ear on August 14th. The writer acknowledged an understanding of the disappointment in the results of the 2024 election, but questioned why democrats, although there are many...
Dear Editor, Thank you for covering the Cold Springs burn tour (The Mountain-Ear 8/14/25). I have been involved with forest management issues in Boulder County since the early 1980s and have found it to be a very important but difficult matter to...
Dear Editor, The Hilltop Guild’s free Fall Festival takes on September 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A homemade chili lunch will be served beginning at 11 a.m. For $10 you will get chili, cornbread, chips and a drink. And a smile! The...
Dear Editor, I want to thank you for the article on ending the stigma around mental health titled “Optimal Mental Health” by Christopher Kelley. I work on the mental health side at Clinica Family Health & Wellness as a Peer Support...
Dear Editor, The Texas attempt to gerrymander ever more voting districts ensures that the most extreme candidates will get voted in. Moderation, political discourse, compromise and dissent are suppressed. This is a naked power grab by...
Dear Editor, To the democrats in our area. I do undestand your disappointment in the results of the 2024 election. What I don’t understand is your extreme anger and hatred of President Trump and all Republicans. Your anger is affecting...
Dear Editor, Three Saturdays remain for members of the public to visit the Bunce School Museum in Allenspark. Hours for each date will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and include August 16, August 30 (Labor Day weekend), and September 20 (Hilltop Guild's...
Dear Editor, In response to Mr. Clower from Texas: Your Indian name should be Storm Cloud. The Indian Interpretive Dance Team that Gilpin county so graciously invited to their fair are a group of young people from the Jefferson County...
Dear Community, The Nederland Area Historical Society is transitioning into a new chapter, and we need YOUR help! We recently elected a new board of both returning members and new faces! The board consists of:
Dear Editor, One of Allenspark’s favorite summer traditions is back! The 13th annual Run Like the Wind 5K and Walk Like the Breeze 2K is set for Saturday, August 30, offering participants a scenic course through this charming mountain town....
Dear Nederland neighbors and friends, Why vigils, you may ask and wonder. Since before 1985 when the Nederland area Mountain Forum for Peace became a bona fide 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, we have been supporting peace and justice causes. Initially...