Canyon Courier

Canyon Courier Serving Jefferson County's mountain communities with trusted local journalism. We’re part of The Colorado Trust for Local News. Thanks for reading.

In 1955 in Indian Hills, the need for a source of information for a growing mountain community gave rise to a monthly newspaper called Smoke Signals. Backed financially by the Indian Hills Fire Department, Smoke Signals started on a shoestring but grew steadily along with the community. Within six months of the paper’s creation, the Inter-Canyon and Idledale departments were also pitching in, and

advertising revenues began to grow. In October 1958, under editor and publisher Vern Manning, Smoke Signals became the Canyon Courier, an independent weekly newspaper. The Courier started with an ambitious goal: covering all news “from U.S. 40 on the north to Bailey and beyond on the south, and from Mount Evans to the east Jefferson County line.”

No one could have predicted in the late ’50s how Evergreen and that entire area would grow in population, until finally many mountain communities had distinct identities and sizable populations of their own. Today, the Courier focuses more tightly on the Evergreen area, which has grown to become a large, thriving and economically diverse community. Our three sister newspapers — the High Timber Times (Conifer), the Clear Creek Courant (Clear Creek County) and the Columbine Courier (South Jeffco) — now report on many of the areas that the original Canyon Courier sought to cover. Our goal as newspapers remains the same, however: unite our communities with a reliable and local source of information, advertising and — now — online content.

After 25 years of lobbying for it, Conifer finally has its own, free-standing library.
12/11/2025

After 25 years of lobbying for it, Conifer finally has its own, free-standing library.

For both Conifer resident Edith “Punky” Kiefer and library manager Jared Johnson, the opening of Conifer’s new library was hugely significant.

A special version of "Mocha and Mistletoe" made just for Evergreen will debut at Center/Stage in Evergreen on Dec. 27.
12/11/2025

A special version of "Mocha and Mistletoe" made just for Evergreen will debut at Center/Stage in Evergreen on Dec. 27.

A year after its filming in Evergreen, a holiday movie featuring one of the community’s most beloved business owners will make its premiere here. “Mocha and Mistletoe” debuts at Evergreen’s

The Sparkle Center, run by longtime Evergreen resident TJ Izzo, features mystical gifts and treasures, including brillia...
12/10/2025

The Sparkle Center, run by longtime Evergreen resident TJ Izzo, features mystical gifts and treasures, including brilliantly colored 3D dragons of all sizes.

Longtime Evergreen resident TJ Izzo made his name with the invention of the double-strap golf bag, a creation that eased back pain for golfers worldwide. But his passion has always

The parents of Conifer's Kassi Moy, victim of a Nov. 11 road rage shooting, believer their daughter's spirit and the sup...
12/09/2025

The parents of Conifer's Kassi Moy, victim of a Nov. 11 road rage shooting, believer their daughter's spirit and the support of people around the world are helping her during her long recovery.

Kassi Moy’s cell phone was set to use its crash detection feature, which uses sensors to recognize severe impacts. When she was shot in the head during a Nov. 11

The chief of Conifer Fire, which was created with hopes of merging Elk Creek Fire Department, Inter-Canyon and North For...
12/09/2025

The chief of Conifer Fire, which was created with hopes of merging Elk Creek Fire Department, Inter-Canyon and North Fork Fire Rescue, says the proposal was 'best for the citizens' but they will move forward without Elk Creek.

Conifer Fire’s chief and Elk Creek firefighters say they’re disappointed but moving forward after the recent news that the Elk Creek Fire Protection District will no longer pursue unification.

A standing-room only crowd gathered in Conifer recently to learn more about efforts to stem the mountain pine beetle epi...
12/05/2025

A standing-room only crowd gathered in Conifer recently to learn more about efforts to stem the mountain pine beetle epidemic.

An insect the size of a grain of rice drew a standing-room-only crowd and filled the parking lot at West Jefferson Middle School.

Conifer residents and 285 travelers will have to wait years longer for the long-discussed 285/Kings Valley interchange.
12/04/2025

Conifer residents and 285 travelers will have to wait years longer for the long-discussed 285/Kings Valley interchange.

Reconstruction of the U.S. Highway 285 and Kings Valley Drive intersection is on hold indefinitely, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.

Jeffco just recorded its smallest kindergarten class ever.The district lost nearly 1,300 students this year, and officia...
12/04/2025

Jeffco just recorded its smallest kindergarten class ever.

The district lost nearly 1,300 students this year, and officials say it's not because families are choosing other schools. They're moving out of Jefferson County entirely.
Home values have jumped 76% since 2015. The population of children under 5 has dropped nearly 13% in just three years.

What does this mean for your kid's school? We break down what parents should watch for—and where to find your school's enrollment data.

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Is your family feeling the squeeze? Are you seeing changes at your school? Tell us in the comments.

Jefferson County Public Schools enrollment drops to lowest level in years, with smallest kindergarten class on record. Decrease linked to lower birth rates and families leaving the county due to rising housing costs.

A part of Evergreen's restaurant scene for nearly 40 years, Christina Ware made a dramatic career turn by starting a new...
12/03/2025

A part of Evergreen's restaurant scene for nearly 40 years, Christina Ware made a dramatic career turn by starting a new ride-sharing service.

After 37 years in the Evergreen restaurant industry, Christina Ware made a very abrupt career transition, recently launching Ride Solutions.

The administrative offices at Lakewood Library have been closed for two months — but the sign on the door just says "con...
12/03/2025

The administrative offices at Lakewood Library have been closed for two months — but the sign on the door just says "construction."

State records tell a different story: an asbestos spill that spread through hallways and into a dumpster after workers who weren't certified to handle asbestos removed contaminated flooring.

The library is offering Workers Comp resources to employees who may have been exposed. Crews had to destroy workers' personal belongings.

Full story:

Asbestos contamination forced a two-month shutdown of administrative offices at Lakewood Library after untrained workers removed contaminated flooring.

The Little Bear Saloon isn't only about late nights anymore. The historic bar just added breakfast to its itinerary.
12/01/2025

The Little Bear Saloon isn't only about late nights anymore. The historic bar just added breakfast to its itinerary.

The Little Bear Saloon, long known for late nights, live music, the collection of bras dangling from its ceiling, and a myriad of tales has added offerings for what is

Local students named and created logos for Evergreen Fire/Rescue's rigs. The artwork and names will be permanent fixture...
11/25/2025

Local students named and created logos for Evergreen Fire/Rescue's rigs. The artwork and names will be permanent fixtures on the equipment.

Several of Evergreen Fire/Rescue’s apparatus will soon bear cheerful logos and names, largely in thanks to area school children who participated in an EFR art and naming contest for them.

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