The Flume

The Flume The Park County Republican & Fairplay Flume (The Flume), established in 1879, serves Park County, Colorado.

The Flume, established in 1879, is almost as old as the county it serves - Park County, Colorado, which was formed in 1861. Park County lies just west of Jefferson County, the westernmost and most mountainous of the seven counties that are typically used in defining metro Denver. Headquartered in Bailey, an unincorporated town in the northeastern part of the county, The Flume covers all areas of l

ife in Park County, including business, politics, the courts, weather, crime, festivals, fires and more. At the core of the stories in The Flume are the residents themselves, now numbering more than 17,000 in a county that's 83 percent bigger than Rhode Island and nearly as big as Delaware. The Flume is also the newspaper that carries legal notices for Park County and advertisements focusing on area businesses. While stories focus mainly on Park County, coverage can extend beyond county boundaries because of strong ties of residents to work, shopping and recreational opportunities in nearby counties.

During the Park County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Wednesday, Oct. 15 meeting, the board held a hearing for a m...
10/24/2025

During the Park County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Wednesday, Oct. 15 meeting, the board held a hearing for a minor subdivision brought by applicants Lynne Smithpeter and Patrick Neve under ownership of Red Canoe Holdings, LLC, regarding th…

The Park County BOCC approves a minor subdivision for a campground outside Alma, creating residential lots and larger RV campground lots.

Once again, this year’s chili cook off was a huge success, raising about $2,400 for the Southern Park County Fire Protec...
10/23/2025

Once again, this year’s chili cook off was a huge success, raising about $2,400 for the Southern Park County Fire Protection District fire department. The event was sponsored by the fire department auxiliary and hosted at the Wild Spirit Mountain Lo…

This year's chili cook off in Guffey raised $2,400 for the fire department. Thirteen chili entries and a cornbread contest were featured.

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held several public hearings last week, the first on a Conditional Use Permit b...
10/22/2025

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held several public hearings last week, the first on a Conditional Use Permit brought forward by the Hartsel Fire Protection District for an unmanned auxiliary fire station on five acres in Hartsel...

The Park County Board of County Commissioners discusses and approves a new fire station, campground, and housing development in their latest meeting.

Colorado State Patrol is seeking information on a hit-and-run accident between Fairplay and Jefferson a little before mi...
10/22/2025

Colorado State Patrol is seeking information on a hit-and-run accident between Fairplay and Jefferson a little before midnight Oct. 19.

Colorado State Patrol seeks information on a hit-and-run accident involving a black Volvo S60. Woman seriously injured. Public urged to contact CSP.

Lake George Charter School provides healthier lunch options through a Chef Ann Foundation grant, including a salad bar a...
10/20/2025

Lake George Charter School provides healthier lunch options through a Chef Ann Foundation grant, including a salad bar and cooking club.

Lake George Charter School provides healthier lunch options through a Chef Ann Foundation grant, including salad bars and a cooking club.

John Olson summits Mount Sherman with his father and LivaNova team, raising funds for the Epilepsy Foundation. His journ...
10/17/2025

John Olson summits Mount Sherman with his father and LivaNova team, raising funds for the Epilepsy Foundation. His journey defies epilepsy, a chronic neurological condition he was first diagnosed with at age five, inspiring others to 'climb their pe…

John Olson conquers Mount Sherman with epilepsy, raising funds for the Epilepsy Foundation. His journey inspires others to climb their personal mountains.

Far View Horse Rescue's annual fall festival exceeded fundraising goals, supporting their mission to rescue and rehabili...
10/17/2025

Far View Horse Rescue's annual fall festival exceeded fundraising goals, supporting their mission to rescue and rehabilitate horses in need.

A beloved cow moose was killed near Deer Creek Campground, leaving two calves orphaned. A community GoFundMe campaign ai...
10/16/2025

A beloved cow moose was killed near Deer Creek Campground, leaving two calves orphaned. A community GoFundMe campaign aims to fund a reward for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible.

A beloved cow moose was shot and left to die near Deer Creek Campground. Community outraged, launches campaign for justice and reward.

The Platte Canyon School District 1 announced that Board of Education Secretary Dr. Theresa Gilliland has submitted her ...
10/16/2025

The Platte Canyon School District 1 announced that Board of Education Secretary Dr. Theresa Gilliland has submitted her resignation to Board President Garrison Genschorck, effective immediately.

Dr. Theresa Gilliland resigns as Board of Education Secretary in Platte Canyon School District 1, citing personal reasons. Vacancy declared.

Teams from Platte Canyon High School and South Park High School have continued their busy schedules across football, cro...
10/15/2025

Teams from Platte Canyon High School and South Park High School have continued their busy schedules across football, cross country and volleyball.

Get the latest sports updates for Platte Canyon High School and South Park High School, including football, cross country, and volleyball.

The BOCC discusses the 2026 Draft Budget, approves new appointments and policy for advisory boards. A public hearing on ...
10/15/2025

The BOCC discusses the 2026 Draft Budget, approves new appointments and policy for advisory boards. A public hearing on a conditional use permit for construction on mining zone property was also approved.

The Board of County Commissioners discusses the 2026 Draft Budget, focusing on public works expenses and general fund projections.

Bailey Theatre Company presents the hilarious and touching play 'Same Time, Next Year,' following two married individual...
10/13/2025

Bailey Theatre Company presents the hilarious and touching play 'Same Time, Next Year,' following two married individuals' 24-year affair.

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