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Colfax Depot and Hotel Restored as Town’s Legacy Returns
The Colfax Depot and Colfax Hotel are being restored to their original condition as part of preserving the town’s heritage. Historical ties to mining and railroad development shaped Colfax, with settlers drawn by these industries. The weimar property features a mine explored by Lee Shehin, Colfax Councilman Joshua Alpine, and Sue Gelotti, highlighting ongoing local interest in preserving historic sites.
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Lee Shehin
Weimar
Joshua Alpine
Sue Gelotti
Mother Lode Realty
S. Auburn St