What was it like to live through a 19th century blizzard?

In today's show, Maryann Rosen recounts the historic blizzards of the Peak to Peak that buried the region under snow that reached second-story windows. What was it like to live through a storm without access to your snowblower, or without plows clearing the streets?

It wasn't easy. These storms could decimate towns, and they could strand settlers for weeks with nowhere to go. Listen to today's show to hear true stories of these legendary storms.

Plus:

• Nederland approves Eldora purchase
• Death of Gilpin County man brings renewed attention to one of the most troubling accounts of racial injustice in county history
• BoCo awards $2 million in funding for fire protection districts, emergency service agencies
• A taste of Black Hawk's newest pizza joint, Copper Kitchen Pizzeria