Walden is a beautiful and unique little town. It’s gone on a roller coaster ride of emotions to stay afloat and economically stable. Regardless of what ails it, Walden perseveres. I grew up in a time when it had a bustling down town; business bursting from every door down the main drag of town. Times have changed due to the economy and industry fluctuations. One thing hasn’t changed- Pride in our home town. Carol Purcell, owner of the Westside Motel and Moose Haven Vacat

Over the course of many years of developing through some long trials and some errors, it came to me that the best served burger or steak should come from a localized source. Here in North Park, our ranchers raise some of the best, high quality, high altitude beef. I don’t know if it’s the thin air, the premium hay (also grown in North Park) or the long hours that the ranchers put into everyday seeing that the herd is tended to. Regardless, the beef produced in North Park/Wald

I grew up in a place that was sixty miles from the nearest stop light. Forget about chain grocery store or fast food restaurants. The only franchises we had in the area were gas stations. Conoco. Standard. We had cafes that featured big red, semi-translucent cups, greasy burgers, and due to the cost of shipping produce into the area, our idea of salad was the piece of lettuce that clung to the cheese of a cheeseburger deluxe. Waitresses that called you “Hon.” Police officers

The other day while on a walk I sensed I was being watched. I scanned the hillside to find the source. Many folks would say this is paranoia but the theory of morphic resonance, the idea that there are telepathic interconnections that stem from collective memories, is something I believe in. The source was a Golden Eagle sitting high on a dead tree. I have released many Eagles as a wildlife rehabilitator and so called out as I often do to birds, fox and raccoon, "are you one

The last safe place on the planet. That’s my home town, Walden, Colorado. I’m not the only one who feels that way. Some of those who were raised here and moved away are gradually moving back. Recently, a woman who lived less than a mile from where Jessica Ridgeway was murdered brought her family back to Walden. She felt her seven-year-old daughter would have a better chance up here. I moved back fourteen years ago, not because of the dangers of big city living but because it

The Jackson County Star has been serving the North Park area since 1913. Weekly I will post In The News featuring headlines you can read about in the Jackson County Star. Enjoy entertaining editorials by Editor & Chief, Matt Shuler. Also gain fishing knowledge in the Fishing Report about water conditions. Other weekly features include the sports section, announcements, Jackson County Chronicles, JCCOA News and the classifieds. THIS week headlines include: "Schmidt Heade

North Park is known to raise successful kids. It’s our school and community “gorilla approach” of investing in our youth. Harvard graduates, state leaders, jet setters and entrepreneurs. The newest young adult to join this status of success is our highlight on our first BUSINESS SHOWCASE. Kahla Redman, daughter of Ronnie and Christine Redman and graduate of NPHS in 2015 is the newest business owner on Main Street, Walden, USA. Cross Hairz Full Service Salon is located at

What is this website? We already have half a dozen sites for Walden/North Park. This one is DIFFERENT! This website showcases ALL of North Park and everything it has to offer. One thing I notice with the influx of workers and travelers stranded here this winter is that there is no place to find information readily available. Having a corner store on Main Street is a natural place for visitors inquiring about the area. Being a liquor store helps too. My liquor store/aka visi