By Jeffrey V. Smith IDAHO SPRINGS Zach and Nick Bouck have taken their enthusiasm for whiskey further than most, and now legally make their own. Actually, they make several varieties of the popular spirit and have plans to create many more. It took years of saving, planning and research, but the two are now crafting … Continue reading
By Jeffrey Smith IDAHO SPRINGS Mark Morris’ determination to bring live music to an outdoor venue in his hometown of Idaho Springs has grown into one of the state’s top bluegrass festivals. His Clear Creek RapidGrass Music Festival, June 24-26, welcomes some of the genres top, nationally-touring performers and Colorado’s top players. Although it’s become … Continue reading
By Jeffrey Smith IDAHO SPRINGS Mark Morris’ determination to bring live music to an outdoor venue in his hometown of Idaho Springs has grown into one of the state’s top bluegrass festivals. His Clear Creek RapidGrass Music Festival, June 24-26, welcomes some of the genres top, nationally-touring performers and Colorado’s top players. Although it’s become … Continue reading
By Jeffrey V. Smith FRONT RANGE There are plenty of reasons to participate in a community garden. Benefits range from the physical to mental. Here in the mountains, they provide an opportunity for people with limited space, soil or water rights to grow their own vegetables and flowers while giving an opportunity to meet neighbors … Continue reading
By Jeffrey V. Smith IDAHO SPRINGS After more than 25 years, multi-instrumentalist John McEuen is returning to his former hometown of Idaho Springs, April 13, for a solo performance at the United Center. He also plays shows at Boulder’s eTown Hall, April 14, and Loveland’s Rialto Theater, April 15, with Jimmy Ibbotson. The “string wizard” … Continue reading
Toll collection waived during testing period; CDOT reminds drivers to get a pass. DENVER — The High Performance Transportation Enterprise (HPTE) and Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) today announced the opening of the eastbound I-70 Mountain Express Lane to traffic on Saturday, Dec. 12, from Empire to Idaho Springs. Travelers will be able to try … Continue reading
NOW OPEN! By Jeffrey V. Smith IDAHO SPRINGS All the clichés apply. The owners of The Buffalo and new Westbound & Down Brewing Company in Idaho Springs have gone above and beyond, spared no expense, didn’t skimp and avoided cutting corners while renovating and recreating the decades-old business. It’s taken a year, but the wait … Continue reading
