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Cripple Creek mulling bid to end prohibition against legal weed Plan proposed for a cannabis club model- By Rick Langenberg
The momentum is building for the city of Cripple Creek to rethink its staunch stand against marijuana-based outlets that are now allowed through Amendment 64 (the pro-recreational marijuana law approved by Colorado voters). Only weeks after a Cripple Creek councilman suggested opening the door for the prospects of permitting retail marijuana, another even bolder pro-pot…
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Announced Final Vote Closely follows fans’ on-line poll – Rick Langenberg
After months of speculation and Monday morning music quarterbacking, the winners of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame anointed performers’ and inductee list for this year are: Electric Light Orchestra, Joan Baez, Journey, Pearl Jam, Tupac Shakur and Yes. The winners of our annual poll actually belong to our own TMJ staff, who picked…
Habitat for Humanity of Teller County Hits Jackpot with new Grants
Habitat for Humanity of Teller County (Habitat) announced last week the award of four grants totaling more than $50,000. These new grants were awarded to the Teller County office of Habitat to be used in assisting families to find affordable housing options and to further boost the prospects for the Clock Tower Condos project in…
Crime Spree Suspects Captured After Firing Shots at Law Officers Vehicle Chase Ends with no Fatalities or Injuries – Rick Langenberg
Local law enforcement authorities are still investigating an attempted shooting of Teller sheriff deputies last week, following a vehicle chase in the Cripple Creek and Four Mile area. Two suspects, one of whom reportedly had strong ties in Cripple Creek, were apprehended, after their attempt to elude several law agencies failed on Wednesday afternoon following…
Woodland Park Hoopster Teams Jumping High from the Gates Both Boy and Girls’ Teams Reeling off Wins in Impressive Fashion – Mac McClintock
Is the Woodland Park boys’ winning basketball for real, and really this good? That’s the question that has puzzled sports buffs this winter and turned skeptics into believers throughout the area. Well, start believing, as the WP boy hoopsters actually might be really, really good. They continued to prove this, time and time again. For…
2016 Year In Review – by Rick Langenberg
As we say good-bye to 2016, here is a synopsis of some of the top news stories and trends that dominated the pages and web postings of The Mountain Jackpot during the last year. Elections of 2016 The last year was an active one for local, state and national elections. Last spring, the municipal elections…
Ring in the New Year in the High Country – By Catherine Mahrholz
New Year’s Eve is this coming Saturday. It’ll be time to give 2016 the boot and celebrate the arrival of 2017! We at The Mountain Jackpot invite our readers to celebrate New Year’s Eve mountain style. Below are a few suggestions on where to find a party in our area and raise a glass of…