CITY UNDER STAGE 1 FIRE RESTRICTIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
City of Golden
In coordination with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office due to a High Wind Watch and Low Relative Humidity values, the City of Golden shall initiate a Stage 1 Fire Restriction effective immediately and indefinitely at this time... Read more...
Golden businesses feel impact of power shutoffs during busy holiday weekend
By Richard Butler
Denver Channel 7
GOLDEN, Colo. – Several small businesses in Golden on Washington Avenue say preventative power shutoffs during strong winds are cutting into what is typically their busiest shopping weekend of the year, forcing owners to get creative to stay open while bracing for lost revenue... Read more...
Why aren’t more power lines buried in Colorado?
By Gabrielle Franklin
Fox 31
GOLDEN, Colo. (KDVR) — With many Coloradans still in the dark Friday evening, some have been asking why Xcel Energy is shutting off power and why aren’t more power lines buried underground here in Colorado? Experts say it is easier said than done.
Most businesses in Golden closed up shop Friday... Read more...
19th Street Closure - NEW dates - Dec 29 - Jan 10
Neighbors,19th Street will be closed in both directions between Elm Street and Illinois Street December 29 through January 10. During closure vehicle traffic will detour to Elm Street, 17th Street, and Illinois Street. (See map below.) Please use caution during these closures as safety is our top priority. Regards,Traci CaseChief of StaffInfrastructure and OperationsColorado School of Mines.
Power outage doesn’t stop Colorado School of Mines graduation
By Rhea Jha
9News
GOLDEN, Colo. — Despite a widespread power outage caused by extreme winds, the Colorado School of Mines went ahead with its graduation ceremony on Friday, running the event entirely on emergency generators... Read more...
Chemical Engineering PhD wins Fall 2025 Rath Research Award at Graduate Commencement
By Emilie Rusch
Colorado School of Mines Newsroom
Xue Wang, PhD in chemical engineering, is the Fall 2025 winner of the Dr. Bhakta Rath and Sushama Rath Research Award.
The honor, which recognizes the Colorado School of Mines doctoral graduate whose thesis demonstrates the greatest potential for societal impact, was presented during 2025 Midyear Graduate Commencement on Dec. 19. At the ceremony, Mines awarded 96 doctorates and 301 master’s degrees to December and August graduates... Read more...
