Business

Macchiatos, mochas and lattes — oh, my. Bringing their love for all things coffee and literature to Georgetown, husband-wife duo Kyle and Jason Tharp opened Bierstadt Books & Beans on June 23.

The new business, at 612 6th St. in the building’s atrium, aims to become “Georgetown’s living room,” albeit a funky one, with a fondness for vinyl, caffeine and John Denver. In honor of the singer/song writer, the business will feature various coffee roasts named in his honor, such as the “Colorado Rocky Mountain High” dark blend.

Aaron Kissler, former public health director for Clear Creek County, has taken a position in Gadsden County, Fla., as public health administrator. He and his family will live in the Tallahassee area, where Kissler will direct the public health activities for a county of about 50,000 residents.

The city of Idaho Springs is looking into how it might impose regulations on stores that buy potentially stolen items.
During a work session June 12, city officials directed staff to look into how other municipalities regulate secondhand and other retail stores that buy valuable used merchandise.
The issue came up recently when Ken Reid, operator of the pawn shop Idaho Springs Treasures, was approached by someone wanting to sell a valuable gold watch, according to city council member Phyllis Adams.

With their love of plants, sustainable living and all things gardening, Jason and Jessyca Wyant recently started 4 Elements Hydroponics Supplies in Idaho Springs.
The two believe their combined experience can help area residents cultivate indoor and outdoor gardens, ultimately helping them to live healthier lives. The store is at 2731 Colorado Blvd.