The Story of Old Glory! Happy Flag Day! Yes, June 14 is the official Birthday for Old Glory. So to commemorate the occasion, here’s a little-known story about a well-known flag, and the person who made it. It was the […]
Tenderfoot: From Placer to Farm By Kathy Bedell © Leadville Today Pull out the Old West dictionary and the term “tenderfoot” could be found to describe a newcomer or novice, especially a person unaccustomed to the hardships of pioneer life. […]
Straight Creek Fire Burns East of Dillon UPDATE June 11, 2021 noon from David Boyd, Forest Service Public Affairs Officer, USFS More resources arriving to Straight Creek Fire SILVERTHORNE, Colo. – Three engine crews, two heavy helicopters and a light helicopter are […]
TransRockies Run Permit Approved By Council “So they are required to have a vaccination card to participate?” Leadville Mayor Greg Labbe asked the representative from TransRockies® Run who was presenting before Leadville City Council on June 1, 2021. “Yeah, yeah,” […]
Latest Labor Numbers Tell Truth Help Wanted. You’ve heard the words, you’ve seen the signs all over Leadville Today, and maybe you’ve even heard the stories from employees, from employers. Now here are the true stats about where Lake County […]
Graduation Ceremonies, Celebrations Planned This weekend celebrates a milestone for many as Commencement Ceremonies take place for both Lake County High School and Cloud City High School Classes of 2021. It’s traditionally a time of family gatherings with visiting relatives […]
Independence: The 35-Foot Rule Independence Pass is officially open for the summer. Yes, last Thursday, May 27, at high noon the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) workers unlocked the seasonal closure gates reopening Colorado Highway 82 on each side of […]
High Country Golf is Underway in Leadville! Fore! If you have been wanting to learn the sport of golf or maybe just up your game this season, then you’re in luckif you live in Leadville Today. Starting this Tuesday, June […]
Train Opens for Summer on Saturday By Kathy Bedell, © Leadville Today Over the past decade, every summer the Leadville Train has marked a new and improved part of the experience. Three years ago it was the upgrades at the water […]
Memorial Day Services Update While many of the traditional Memorial Day services have been scaled back their patriotic passion has not. Please find a meaningful way to remember lost loved ones in Leadville Today. Here’s what has been confirmed regarding […]
Fond Farewell to Dedicated Couple It’s bon voyage and a fond farewell to Ed Stege who served as the Leadville National Fish Hatchery Project Leader for the past 17 years. From operations and maintenance to over-the-top educational and community programs […]
While many of the lakes and waterways around Leadville Today still have a bit more thawing to do, the rafting season is starting to gear up down south in Brown’s Canyon. Plus, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is promoting National Safe […]
