Golden Transcript

08/12/2025

This weekend, the Golden Chamber of Commerce hosted its 35th annual Fine Arts Festival in downtown Golden. About 100 artists displayed all types of media, from jewelry and fabrics to woodworking and bronze sculptures.

We'll have more on the event on our website and in our Aug. 21 paper, but in the interim, enjoy this photo gallery from Sunday morning:

08/08/2025

On Aug. 5, people across the United States simultaneously gathered in their neighborhoods or city parks to meet police officers, firefighters and other public safety workers in a relaxed environment.

But, as always, the annual Golden Night in the Park was a little bit special.

FULL STORY AND PHOTO GALLERY OF NATIONAL NIGHT OUT:

On Aug. 5, people across the United States simultaneously gathered in their neighborhoods or city parks to meet police officers, firefighters and other public safety workers in a relaxed environment. But, as always, the annual Golden Night in the Park was a little bit special. The event, also called...

08/08/2025

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City of Golden Under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions today, Friday August 8 until 11:59 pm..

Due to high fire danger, the City of Golden will enter a Stage 1 Fire Restriction today, Friday, August 8. Per the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, the entire county will also go into a temporary Stage I fire restriction effective today, until 11:59 p.m.

Learn more about rules and regulations involved with a stage 1 ban at www.jeffco.us/517/Fire-Restriction-Details

08/07/2025

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08/07/2025

This fall, the Orediggers will have big shoes to fill — their own.

The Colorado School of Mines Athletics women’s soccer team was ranked No. 4 among NCAA Division II teams in a recent preseason poll.

Mines kicks off its 2025 season on Sept. 4 at No. 18 Angelo State, and later returns for its Sept. 10 home opener against Western Washington.

FULL STORY:

This fall, the Orediggers will have big shoes to fill — their own. The Colorado School of Mines women’s soccer team was ranked No. 4 among NCAA Division II teams in a recent United Soccer Coaches preseason poll. Last year, the Orediggers went undefeated in the regular season and won both the con...

08/05/2025

A road rage incident Saturday morning along U.S. Highway 6 escalated to a pursuit through southwestern Golden, ending in two arrests.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office confirmed Denver’s Pierre Morris, 38, and Englewood’s Shakeyah Jackson, 29, were arrested on suspicion of attempted first-degree murder, felony menacing, felony eluding and other crimes.

They will be formally charged at 10 a.m. Friday at the Jefferson County Courthouse.

FULL STORY:

A road rage incident Saturday morning along U.S. Highway 6 escalated to a pursuit through southwestern Golden, ending in two arrests. Authorities confirm Denver’s Pierre Morris, 38, and Englewood’s Shakeyah Jackson, 29, were arrested on suspicion of attempted first-degree murder, felony menacing...

08/05/2025

The former Colorado School of Mines professor charged with killing Golden Police Officer Evan Dunn in a Nov. 6 crash has pleaded not guilty, but is still considering a plea agreement, according to his attorneys.

Stephen Geer, 43, will next appear in court at 3:30 p.m. Sept. 2.

FULL STORY:

The former Colorado School of Mines professor charged with killing Golden Police Officer Evan Dunn in a Nov. 6 crash has pleaded not guilty, but is still considering a plea agreement, according to his attorneys. Stephen Geer, 43, will next appear in court at 3:30 p.m. Sept. 2. He has been charged...

08/05/2025

An Arvada man has pleaded not guilty to kidnapping, assault and five other counts related to a May 21 incident at the Golden-area Rock Rest Lodge.

Brandon Montano, 30, was arrested for reportedly attacked a server, choking her and threatening her with a gun. According to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, the server didn’t sustain any major injuries.

Meanwhile, Montano was arrested at the Rock Rest that afternoon and has been held at the Jeffco jail on a $100,000 cash bond since then.

FULL STORY:

An Arvada man has pleaded not guilty to kidnapping, assault and five other counts related to a May 21 incident at the Golden-area Rock Rest Lodge. Brandon Montano, 30, was arrested for reportedly attacked a server, choking her and threatening her with a gun. According to the Jefferson County Sheriff...

08/05/2025

Heads up, Jeffco!

On Wednesday, August 6, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and local partners will conduct a full-scale emergency readiness exercise at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. We’re asking the public to avoid the area of the fairgrounds during the exercise. Also, please DO NOT call 911, unless you have a real emergency.

What to Expect:
- Increased emergency vehicle presence from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Multiple medical helicopters will be involved, and airspace will be closed. Please do not fly drones!
- Routine business outside the fairgrounds will continue as normal

The agencies involved in this exercise are: Arvada Fire, Arvada Police, CommonSpirit Health, CommonSpirit Health Flight for Life, HCA HealthONE AirLife, HCA HealthONE Swedish, Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital, Jeffcom 911, Jefferson County Mental Health/Wellpower, Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Lakewood Police, South Metro Fire, and West Metro Fire.

Why It Matters:
This coordinated exercise brings together law enforcement, fire, EMS, hospitals, and dispatch so every agency is ready to respond when it matters most. A little practice today means a safer Jeffco tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding and support.



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08/05/2025

After more than 15 hours at the bargaining table on July 31, Jefferson County Public Schools reached a compensation and benefits deal with two of its employee unions. But for many educators and support professionals, the agreement felt less like progress and more like a letdown. Read more:

Jeffco educators call out low raises and rising costs after a 12-hour union bargaining session ends in a disappointing deal.

08/04/2025

Geer pleads not guilty

08/04/2025

Remembering Mayor Marjorie Sloan