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Peterson resigns from Douglas County School Board after casting deciding vote in appointing new leadership
In a split vote, the Douglas County School Board elected Christy Williams as the new president and Kaylee Winegar as the new vice president after swearing in recently elected board…
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How one enterprising electrician made Denver the Christmas capital of the world
Around Christmastime in 1914, David Dwight Sturgeon’s son fell ill and became bedridden. Sturgeon, an electrician who would go on to start the Sturgeon Electric Company, devised a plan to dip light bulbs in red and green paint and string them on a tree outside the family’s home on 34th in Denver. The elder Sturgeon…
Jane and Steve Boand honored by the Douglas Land Conservancy for years of service to Douglas County
Jane and Steve Boand, long-time residents of Castle Rock and Douglas County, have received life-time achievement awards for their work in land conservation and public service. The Douglas Land Conservancy, or DLC, a nonprofit land trust based in Castle Rock, presented its 2023 Oak Leaf Awards to the Jane and Steve at a public event…
David Ray retires from service to Douglas County School District
For the last three decades, David Ray has been a fixture of the Douglas County School District, serving as a principal, opening new schools, starting the outdoor education center and sitting on the school board for eight years. With the election over, Ray finished out his time as a board member at the Nov. 14…
Sports
No. 1 Green Mountain stunned by Lutheran in 3A state semifinal
Lutheran is going to get another shot to lift the elusive Class 3A football state trophy. The No. 5-seeded Lions scored a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns to upset No. 1 Green Mountain 27-21 on Saturday afternoon at Jeffco Stadium. Lutheran (11-2 record) will face league foe No. 2 Holy Family (12-1) in the 3A state…
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Arts & Culture
Coming Attractions: A myriad of ways to kick off the holiday season
The arrival of Thanksgiving marks the official beginning of the holiday season, with families and friends getting together to share a meal and some great memories. And once dinner is over, what’s next on the itinerary? I have some options that will help you and your loved ones start the season off right. A…
From stone to sterling: Meet the artisans shaping the local jewelry scene
The heat of the torch, the smell of pickling solution, the sound of metal on a mandrel and the look of a completed piece are common aspects silversmiths and jewelers in the Denver metro area enjoy about their craft. Sarah DeAngelo Jewelry: “Southwest, feminine, natural and detailed” For Englewood business owner and professional jeweler Sarah…
Sonya Ellingboe retires after decades of sharing her love of the arts with readers
Sonya Ellingboe, a Littleton resident since 1956, who played a part in her beloved art world through her articles since at least 1989, recently announced her retirement from Colorado Community Media.
Arts, Culture & Entertainment: Parker Symphony marks anniversary
The Parker Symphony, conducted by Rene Knetsch, celebrates its 30th anniversary this season, beginning with a concert on Oct. 20 at the PACE Center titled, “Destination: Europe.” The Program will include Mozart’s “The Magic Flute,” Enesco’s “Rumanian Rhapsody,” Gliere’s Russian Sailor’s Dance;” and Beethoven’s “Violin Concerto,” performed by Yumi Hwang-Williams, concertmaster of the Colorado Symphony.…
Columns & Opinion
From the editor: Tip not included
In what feels like a lifetime ago, I was a waitress. First, at a pizza place in the town where…
Education Corner: Thankful for our Douglas County voters
This is the time of year to be thankful, and all of us in the Douglas County School District are…
Aging Well: Reducing disease risk in modern life
The speaker at the January meeting of the Seniors’ Council of Douglas County will look at why humans are at…
From the editor: A good time to give
While trying to kill time in between hockey games with my children last weekend, we went into a few stores…
Letters
Letter to the editor: Say yes to donation
Each year as the season of giving arrives, I like to reflect on one of the greatest gifts our family…
Letter to the editor: Radical right ridiculousness
It doesn’t take a keen observer of human and group behaviors to reach the conclusion that our local culture wars…
Letter to the editor: Thank you, Sonya
To Sonya Ellingboe: Reading of your retirement, my heart was filled with conflicting emotions. First, a sense of support for…
Local LIFE
WinterFest brings magic to Thornton
Thornton’s WinterFest — a family-focused holiday celebration highlighted this year by fireworks and drone displays — returns Dec. 8-10 to Carpenter Park, 11000 Colorado Blvd. During WinterFest, the city creates a holiday village on the park’s playing fields, with structures that include Santa’s house, an elves’ cottage, a reindeer hospital and a gingerbread house, all…
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