by Rick Langenberg: The route between Cripple Creek and Victor, often connected in the past by trains, donkeys and of course, by foot, could soon get linked together through an expanded bus and shuttle service as early as next year. That’s good news for southern Teller residents, seniors, tourists, business owners and...
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by Rick Langenberg: Teller County’s first case of a prisoner escape in 15 years has ended with the successful capture of Senior Air Force Airman Herbert T. Mullens on Friday, shortly before 1 p.m. As a result, Mullens, 23, who has been transported to the Teller County jail to await trial, faces new...
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By Beth Dodd: The government of Green Mountain Falls is moving forward in its new temporary location at a nearby school following the fire that consumed the historic town hall in February 2012. Ironically, the town hall building was first used as a school when it was built in 1898. This is certainly...
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Dear Editor: April is National Safe Digging Month, and Black Hills Energy reminds us that when planning an excavation of any size, a call to 811 two or more days before digging is required so that underground utility lines can be marked. It’s a free service and required by law, whether you’re a homeowner...
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The Teller County Sheriff’s Department is conducting a criminal investigation into the actions of several officers from a neighboring law agency, and how they handled an underage drinking party at Tarryall Campground, near Lake George. On Monday, an internal inquiry of the Park County Sheriff’s Department resulted in the firing of two deputies, Corporal...
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by Rick Langenberg: With wildfire dangers increasing in the high country, Teller County has officially declared war against property owners, tourists and campers who violate burn restrictions and campfire prohibitions. Last week, the county commissioners approved the final reading of a new updated law that increases fines dramatically for delinquent fire-violators and clarifies the permitting...
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