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History of the Manitou Springs Cog Railway - Mountain Jackpot
Feb 24, 2024 · The Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Company was founded in 1889 and construction began immediately. Three steam-powered locomotives built in Philadelphia got delivered in 1890 and in the train’s service in the early days was limited to the Halfway House Hotel. In fact, the first time the train would make its trip to the summit was on June 30 ...
“Twisters’” Horrors Relived in Teller County! - Mountain Jackpot
Aug 27, 2024 · The press release used historical facts to prove that although tornados in Teller County are rare, they can still occur. “Since 2000 (and prior to the latest twister invasion) Teller County experienced a total of seven tornadoes,” Flohrs stated in a media release. “The most recent (and wide-spread) tornado occurred on June 20th, 2023, at ...
Charity Emerging as Big Local Winner in COVID Crisis
Jan 12, 2021 · During the COVID-19 pandemic, many food banks across the state and country have found themselves bombarded with an explosive increase in requests. In fact, local charity and food outlets are experiencing a boom in business, which is a trend that is concerning social service and civic leaders. But luckily, local residents have responded to the ...
Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine Granted Extended Lifeline
Nov 23, 2021 · Rick Langenberg. One of Teller County’s largest employers, the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine Company, has received the county go-ahead for an extended lifeline package that will permit the highly visible Cresson operation to continue until at least 2031. Moreover, the mine, owned by the Newmont Corporation, the largest gold producer in the ...
Green Mountain Falls Will Host Most Competitive Election In Years
Jan 31, 2024 · Rick Langenberg. So much for apathy in this small and quaint Ute Pass town, with a slew of community volunteers stepping up to the election plate like never before. In a big change from past years, the town of Green Mountain Falls will host one of its more competitive town votes in early April with five contenders for mayor and elected trustees.
Big Decisions Facing Cripple Creek Leaders and Residents
Sep 14, 2024 · Such is the reality for Cripple Creek, which in recent months has featured a full plate of hot issues, including jumping on the bandwagon as a Main Steet community, pursuing a $300,000-plus master plan and more recently, becoming a home-rule city. At the same time, the town may have to prepare for $6 million to $8 million in state mandates for ...
Live Stage Performances Return to Cripple Creek’s Butte Theater
Apr 17, 2021 · Rick Langenberg. Cripple Creek’s theatrical sabbatical is over. The Butte Theater, which has put the town on the regional and state entertainment map in a major way, is slated to reopen for live shows, and will showcase five major productions in 2021. These include their traditional lineup of shows, including a melodrama, musical, late summer ...
Wading The Shoreline On Spinney Mountain Reservoir
Jul 16, 2022 · Spinney Mt. Reservoir is designated as a Gold Medal fishery. These fishing areas have been designated by the Colorado Wildlife Commission as providing great spots to catch those large trout. These waters are defined as being able to produce 60 pounds of trout per acre, and at least twelve 14″ or larger trout per acre.
Hiking in the Teller/Ute Pass High Country - Mountain Jackpot
May 10, 2024 · Horsethief Falls – This Teller County trail offer views of waterfalls as well as options to hike around the mountains. The trailhead to these high mountain falls is located off of Hwy. 67 in between Cripple Creek and Divide, just after the old railroad tunnel that is blocked off. The start of the trail gives hikers many options of trails that ...