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Every year before Thanksgiving, First United Methodist Church in Fort Lupton and the Fort Lupton Food and Clothing Bank provide community members with food boxes. This will be the program’s 10th consecutive year. Above, Joe Hubert, left China Garcia and Sue Hubert with Change 4 Change, another organization that helps with the food drive. See more on Page 2.

A new excise tax on retail marijuana sales will make November’s ballot in Fort Lupton, but only by a onevoteCouncilmargin.voted 4-3 to put the question to the voters. Valerie Blackston, Claud Hanes and Chris Ceretto cast the “no” votes. If voters approve, the tax would amount to 1.5 percent on future grow operations. Council will have to adopt an ordinance to outline the rules for grow operations later — if voters approve the tax question — much as councilors did when voters approved the sale of medical and retail marijuana two years ago. Earlier this year, the council approved retail and medical marijuana licenses for four businesses, all away from the downtown area.“I’m curious if this has to go this year,” Blackston said. “I feel it would be a better idea to wait and see what comes of retail.” Mayor Zo Stieber Hubbard said grow operations and nessesjuanalowdifferent.marijuanaretail/medicalbusinesseswere“Growingoperationsal-thefarmingofmari-forsaletootherbusi-outsidethecity,”she said. “Higher revenue is a possibility.”“Itcouldbe an additional strain on law enforcement,” Blackston said. “I don’t know what retail is going to do. There could be no impact at all.” Staff notes said the tax rate would not exceed 4 percent. The ordinance

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“Prior I worked for a metro area Sheriff’s office for 12 years. There I was a K-9 Handler and K-9 unit supervisor. This is my 12th year being involved with police K-9,” Austin said. Officer Dobby is a hero; in his first year with the K-9

MONEY FOR DOBBY Bridget Morgan with O cer Ian Austin and K9 Dobby.

The Weld Re-8 Board of Educations stance on health education policey could be a topic of conversation this month.TheBoard of Education is due to begin a discussion on updating its health-education policy during its Sept. 8 workshop. It begins at 6:30 p.m.But the ﬁrst chance to make a decision could be as soon as its Sept. 22, business meeting; the board cannot make a decision unless it’s in a regular meetingHowever,format.according to board member Cody LeBlanc, the policy may not be necessary because the district doesn’t teach health education.“My original thought was we could get rid of it,” he told the board during its Aug. 25 meeting.Another reason for the delay, according to SuperinRe-8

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A love of dogs, and especially highly trained police dogs, led a Frederick for the Frederick Police and K-9 officer Dobby and his handler.“Iwant to help the police and their dogs because they work hard to keep the community safe, and I want to help repay them,” Morgan said.On August 23, with her parents and grandparents, Morgan delivered the handler, Officer Ian Austin. Dobby and Morgan developed a friendship, and she learned about his training and his favorite toy, a ball on a Offirope.cerK-9 Dobby and Officer Austin have been certified with the K-9 unit for one year. Austin started with the Frederick Police Department two years ago to restart the K-9 program.

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Together we are building a better Weld County, one where children are reading to learn by the start of 4th Grade, youth are working at good jobs by age 25, families have stable housing, older adults are aging well and people are connecting to the help they need.

Fort Lupton Planning Director Todd Hodges is seeing more business coming through his doors.

Fort Lupton signs on for water application loan

Fort Lupton’s city councilors unanimusly agreed to sign a letter of intent for the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act loan during a special business meeting Aug. 30. The letter will become part of application materials. Staff notes said the purpose was to show participants’ support for the effort. There is no ﬁnancial impact. “It opens us to better rates if you join the group,” City Administrator Chris Cross said. “It doesn’t bind us in any way.” Staff notes said if the city didn’t sign on, other Northern Integrated Supply Project participants might take a negative perception and could lead to a negative review during the application process. NISP is an effort to build a pair of reservoirs – Glade and Galeton – to help supply water to 14 cities, towns and water districts in Northern Colorado.

Digging deep The city plans to extend its services contract with Dig Deep to let the ﬁrm continue its work on future capital improvement projects. The deal was to expire at the end of November. Staff notes said the two-month extension allows for next year’s efforts to be included in future budget discussions.

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Hodges asks for extra city planner in Fort Lupton

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“We’ve seen a major increase in intake of applications, yet we’ve seen a decrease in the number of employees. We don’t want to miss out on opportunities,” he told council. “We’ve seen some that will steal employees. We’ve seen that in the private sector as well as the public sector. We have a new crop of planners coming in after graduation.”That drives a lot of the need to hire an extra, full-time planner, he said, and he’d like to fill that position by the end of the year. The cost is about $70,000 per year. “Can you fill the position from the outside?” asked Fort Lupton Mayor Zo Stieber Hubbard. “When we can find people, they want more money,” Hodges said. “Funding someone for that planning position? It’s tough?” “If the economy tanks, the people we just brought on would be wary,” Stieber Hubbard cautioned. Councilwoman Valerie Blackston was cautious, too. “It feels like we should look at something temporary,” she said. “What if the economy does tank?” “If we give them a temporary job, they are going to look somewhere else,” Councilman David Crespin said. “We don’t want to give them the training and then have them leave. A full-time job is better.” “If things fizzle, then there would be serious reconsiderations,” Stieber Hubbard said. In 2010, Fort Lupton’s planning department had just two members. From 2010 to 2020, Hodges said the department focused on growth, an effort that is paying off. Hodges said he’s seen an increase in referrals to Fort Lupton from other cities and from Weld County. “Oil and gas are a major part of our growth, and those are on the move,” Hodges said. “We see the impact of that throughout the city. What we do impacts the police department, public works. It does impact everything. We are seeing more technological growth. We need more people, and they need places to live, which our housing is providing.”

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The cost was $5,000 per month. City ofﬁcials said there is money available in this year’s budget to allow for the two-month extension. Library business Councilors also had a work session Aug. 30, during which time they leaned toward a two-way intergovernmental agreement to help run the newly-homed Fort Lupton Public & School Library. Council can’t make decisions in work sessions. The two entities would be the city and the Weld Re-8 School District. The present library board said it wanted to be included, too. “I see it as an opportunity to work together to make better decisions for the community,” said library board member Geri Holton. “We are responsible for operating theMayorlibrary.”ZoStieber Hubbard said any discussions involving the present library board would have to wait until the attorneys from the city and the school district iron out the agreement. Board member Melia Inge reminded councilors that property tax collections help run the library.“That was a major way we were able to fund the (new) building,” she said. “The cash was there. I want to the board to be included in the discussions. It’s our community. It’s our library.”

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“Residential growth is exploding,” he told Fort Lupton’s city council during a workshop meeting Aug. 30. “In May of 2022, we had issued 93 permits. Now, it’s 199. Revenue is up.” In 2020, the city issued 107 buildingHodgespermits.said present stafﬁng levels won’t be able to keep up with anticipated growth.

BY LINDSEY FORD ROCKY MOUNTAIN PBS Local farmers can have many different revenue streams, but they’re not all created equal. Some farmers may wholesale their produce to grocery stores or, perhaps they’ll sell directly to restaurants. But according to two local farmers who recently spoke with Rocky Mountain PBS, the real money is in farmers’ markets. Some studies show that farmers make “40%-70% more for their products at the market than selling them through wholesale outlets.” But farmers’ markets come with challenges, too. For one, the time and energy to travel and set up at the market is time and energy spent away from the farm. Secondly, hours and location are most often controlled by the market, not the individual vendors. A new start-up called Pinemelon, launched in April of this year, offers a chance for participating farmers to extend their reach to customers by cutting out the middlemen. Pinemelon is the sister company to the online grocery store Arbuz, based in Kazakhstan. Currently, the only location in the United States is in Denver. Its 30,000-square-foot warehouse contains pantry staples and local produce and meat that it can deliver to anyone in a half-anhourChristinradius.Mihon, co-owner of Tasty Acres Colorado, said that before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, her family’s farm made the biggest profit by selling to restaurants. But when the pandemic hit and restaurants shut down, Mihon was in a difficult spot financially. Now in partnership with Pinemelon, Mihon said she could sell her produce directly to them without having to take on administrative“Thatduties.really frees us up to work on growing the food and build our food systems without getting lost in the administration,” Mihon said. She also explained the real reason why she and her husband became farmers was to focus on the food. “They don’t become farmers so they can spend time in an office and spend a ton of time packaging and spend a ton of time marketing, you know? All of that taking away from the actual work that needs done in the field,” Mihon said. Tasty Acres Colorado is an organic-practicing, regenerative farm, which grows an assortment of lettuces, baby root veggies, radishes and tomatoes. They are also a no-till

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Rec center expansion Council had an easier time of things in deciding to ask voters in November to extend bonds used to build the recreation center. The council’s vote was unanimous. The original bonds are due to expire in December. If voters approve, the new bond money would ﬁnance an expansion of the present center, including a new, warm-water pool, the addition of what parks and recreation Director Monty Schuman called “a middle-school sized gym) and an expanded ﬁtness room. The price tag is about $10 million.

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Yearly payments would be capped at $608,00 with a repayment cap of no more than $18 million, according to theTheordinance.election is Tuesday, Nov. 8. FROM PAGE 1 BALLOT tendent Alan Kaylor, was for the Colorado Association of School Boards to make potential changes to its policy and to give the district attorney time to review and make recommendations if necessary. Those chagnes were due Aug. 31, after press time. The present Re-8 policy dates back to 2016 and was revised Aug. 25. According to the Aug. 25 version of the policy, health education programs “may be an option” for students’ education. Part of the program includes “functioning and proper care of the human body” and encouraging “the development of lifelong, positive health habits.” It also says the district’s course should teach “about family life or sex education in regular courses on anatomy, physiology, science, health, consumer and family studies.”The policy also says that health education won’t be a required ﬁeld of study should the district adopt a separate family life or sex-ed program. The policy also requires parental approval before students can“Parents/guardiansparticipate. may choose to not return the form or specify that it is contrary to religious beliefs and teachings or closely held personal beliefs of the student or the students’ parent/guardian,” the policy said. “The district believes parent/ guardians have the right to determine what controversial topics to which their child(ren) are exposed.”

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Yet, more law enforcement officers in Colorado retired or resigned in 2021 than in previous years, and sheriffs and police chiefs are struggling to fill thoseCOVIDjobs.played a role, but so did the 2020 passage of Senate Bill 217, a police reform bill. It permits police officers to be personally sued and liable for up to $25,000. That is more than a third of the average salaries officers are paid annually, and frightening to both them and their families. “When I became a policeman, I promised my loved ones I would come home at night.” Those heartfelt words are difficult to hear because it may be a promise not easily kept. The very men and women, who are dedicated to the safety and protection of each and every one of us, do it at their own peril. The bill was passed quickly following the death of George Floyd. New legislation often requires modifications and amendments to address unintended outcomes.Reviewof the bill should be a top priority on our legislators’ agenda when they reconvene in January. We need our police to keep us safe so we, too, are able to come home every night. MarileeWestminsterMenard, C olorado Cash Back check, TABOR refund, breathing room, spending money - I don’t really care what you call it. What I care about is the fact that this is money in the bank that my wife and I can use, and I know we’re not alone. I’m thrilled that the state is getting this money back in a time of need, and Coloradans are thrilled to receive and cash their checks. Individual tax filers are getting $750, while joint filers, like my wife and I, are gettingLike$1,500.alot of other Coloradans, rising costs have been tough to take, especially when trips to the grocery store or filling the car up with gas have the biggest impact on our monthly finances. It’s not like we can stop buying food or getting gas, so we have to absorb the higher costs. That’s why this funding is so important, which is why I thank Governor Polis and Treasurer Young for getting this money back to taxpayers quickly. When I think about this money, I think about the young families who are getting ready for the school year, spending hundreds of dollars on supplies. I think about the seniors across the state who are living on fixed incomes, some skimping on needed medications because they can’t afford them. I think about the families who are struggling to get by, and could use this money to turn things around. So many Coloradans will use this money for everyday essentials like grocery, gas, or needed maintenance. Others might use it to take the first vacation they’ve had in years. However you spend it, there’s no denying itsUnfortunately,impact. too many Coloradans are leaving this money on the table. Right now, there are roughly 500,000 Coloradans who haven’t yet filed their 2021 taxes and I’m writing today to encourage those very folks to file now and get their money. If you haven’t filed yet, there is still time to file by the October 17 extension deadline and get your check by the end of the year or early next year. Even if your tax form ends up with $0 income or $0 taxes owed, you still will receive the full refund!

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My wife and I are considering using our money for some car repairs, and it’s possible that we may have to replace our air conditioner, which has been essential for us in this heat. The Cash Back will give us the cushion we need to move forward on these projects. We’re also planning to make a donation to the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado, a worthy organization we both support. And of course, there’s other maintenance, insurance, and gas expenses that we’ll use this money for if we’re ableTheto.work of Governor Polis and our legislators can’t be ignored. The truth is that we wouldn’t be getting this money now, when we need it most, or as much of it, if it wasn’t for the actions of these leaders. A lot of people in Colorado haven’t fully recovered from these last few years, and this money is an opportunity to save, an opportunity for growth, even an opportunity to get back on your feet. I hope that all of my fellow Coloradans who are eligible will take advantage of it as soon as possible. It’s your money, why not claim it?

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Sue Popp (left) and her daughter Linda Grein (right) smile as Meredith McBurney teaches them about a bird. Cloth bags are used to keep the birds calm as they make the short trip from the mist nets to the banding station. Banding trainee Emily Munch (front) and volunteer Will DeMott (back) organize the cloth bags as the birds wait to be banded.

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The Bird Conservancy of the Rockies conducts banding at ﬁve stations across Colorado and Nebraska in the fall

“It’s like being a child again, you know?” Popp said. “It’s wonderful.”

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Visitors learn about bird banding at Barr Lake State Park

Meredith McBurney takes an excited ﬁrst look at a bird she will soon be banding and measuring. PHOTOS BY NINA JOSS

Meredith McBurney ﬁts a small aluminum band on a bird’s leg. Bird banding is a method used to track information about birds, including their migratory patterns.

Migratory stopover Within the larger mission of conservation, it’s important to care for the habitats where birds spend time, Barnes said. Barr Lake State Park is an important stopover on the migratory path for many species, as it provides food, water, shelter and space, she said. “This is an absolute important migratory stopover,” she said. “It’s not just a minor little thing. So we want to preserve Barr Lake and we want people to understand what an absolute gem they have in their backyard, because so many people from Brighton have never even been here.”Visitors can register online to spend a morning at the site to learn about bird banding like Grein and Popp did. The station is open to the public Tuesdays-Sundays until Oct. 23. Visiting the station costs $6 per person.Inaddition to the educational value of learning about bird conservation, experiencing bird banding up close can be magical, no matter what age you are.

Job said the project helps scientists to better understand which subspecies are struggling and which are doing well, so that conservation energy and money can be directly applied where it is most needed.

As the early morning sunlight began to peek through the trees, Linda Grein helped her mother Sue Popp take a seat inside a small wooden pavilion at Barr Lake State Park.Nearby, scientists and volunteers were gently trapping migratory birds — many of which were about to begin a long journey to Central or South America, and others that were already on their way. They caught house wrens, song sparrows, Wilson’s warblers and more yellow warblers than you can imagine, put identification bands on their legs and set them free. At 93, Popp loves birds. And on Aug. 26, Grein woke her up extra early so she could see dozens of them up close. Barr Lake State Park is one of five sites across Colorado and Nebraska where visitors can watch staff from The Bird Conservancy of the Rockies conduct bird banding each fall. Bird banding is a method used to collect data about wild birds to increase scientific understanding of migratory routes and timings, species’ range limits, average lifespans and how all these life-history characteristics may be changing over time. On the state park property, there are 25 barely visible nets, so thin they’re called mist nets, volunteer Cynde Barnes said. Birds fly into these nets and gently fall into a pocket, where volunteers and staff retrieve them to bring to the banding station, she said. At the station, bander and volunteer coordinator Meredith McBurney measure the width of each bird’s leg to determine which size band would be the best fit. She then attaches a lightweight aluminum band to one leg on each bird. “So every bird gets a band, every band has a different number. And of course if it’s caught again, we know exactly which one it is,” McBurney said, pausing every now and then to announce measurements of the bird’s wingspan, tail feathers, weight, amount of fat and stage of molting to a volunteer keeping track of the numbers on a handwritten chart. This data is sent to the U.S. Geological Survey, which gathers data from banders across the nation to analyze and track migratory patterns and population wellbeing, McBurney said. When a banded bird is caught in a different location, it provides information about that bird’s travel path, she said. ‘Ancestry dot com’ approach In addition to taking note of the band number and measurements, McBurney collects two feathers from some of the birds she catches. These feathers are sent to Colorado State University to contribute to the Bird Genoscape Project, she said. “In order to be able to conserve birds, we have to be able to understand their full lifecycle. That is everything that happens to the bird during the year,” McBurney said. “One of the ways we can do that, besides putting on a band and catching it again, is to look at the DNA.” “The Bird Genoscape Project is a genomics-based project where we are looking to sort of take an ‘ancestry dot com’ approach to avian genetics,” said Jacob Job, associate director of the project. The project started in 2009 as a partnership between scientists at CSU and the University of California, Los Angeles, Job said. In 2019, the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies started to contribute DNA samples to the project, McBurney said. Banding is scientifically useful to understand overall population patterns but it has its limits. Collecting DNA samples can take scientists well beyond those limitations, Job said.“Part of the problem with banding is you have to recover those same birds…That’s very difficult,” Job said. “Our approach, we don’t ever have to recapture a bird… If we capture an American Robin in the winter in Mexico, all we have to do is pull a feather from that bird, look at its genetics, and we can see which population that bird came from.”

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FROM PAGE 1 DOBBY farm, meaning they do not plow their ﬁ elds with power tools. This method can increase the nutrients in the farm’s soil. Mihon described her farm as being cared for on a “human-scale,” meaning there is no mass production done that she and her husband can’t complete by hand.

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John Gengel, the director of merchandising at Pinemelon, said their priority is to work with smaller farmers that are passionate about regenerative or organic farming practices.

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“We feel it is our duty to help these farmers get this food into the mouths of people,” Gengel said.Michael Moss is the owner and lead farmer for Kilt Farm, another farm that works with Pinemelon. Located in Longmont, Kilt Farm is an 80-acre regenerative, organic farm that supports a 250-family CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program.

Moss said for a long time, people asked to have his produce brought to locations like Aurora, Denver and Englewood, which he had to decline due to distance. But now, this partnership allows him to extend his impact. “You know I have a 19-month-old son, and he’s eating my food,” said Moss. “And I’m seeing kids grow up eating my food, and that really gives me a lot of hope.”

Fort Lupton Press 9September 8, 2022 police force, he’s had eight narcotics busts and tracked down and found one burglary suspect. “I was very honored and inspired,” Austin said. “For any community member to take on a goal for such a cause is amazing to see, but for it to be a young elementary student is nextMomlevel.”Danelle Hughes said, “Her Dad and I are so proud of her. None of us ever expected it to happen the way it did. Luckily we have such a great community of people around here have come out and give her donations or they send it to her by Venmo even if they couldn’t come out.”“They want to help her and help the police department. I warn everybody that she’s going to change the world.”Thisis the second time Morgan has reached out to K-9 units. The ﬁrst time Morgan raised funds for a K-9 unit was last summer, 2021. Her grandmother works for parks and wildlife, so she raised funds for the Colorado Parks and Wildlife K-9 unit. Morgan loves dogs and knows how vital the local police department is for the community. She met Ofﬁcer Austin and K-9 Dobby in 2021 at the Town of Frederick’s annual Tiny Terror Town Halloween event. After the meeting with the team, she had the inspiration to start a fundraiser to raise money for the Frederick Police Department K-9 unit. In December 2021, Morgan started her fundraising for the Frederick police K-9 unit by selling slime at her school craft fair. Then in the summer, she set up four lemonade stands in front of her home from June through August. Morgan’s mom helped her make homemade treats to sell, such as sugar cookies, snickerdoodles, peanut butter cookies, brownies, crispy rice treats, and blondies.Morgan is starting the fourth grade at Firestone Academy, loves school, and is in the Girl Scouts. She loves art, drawing people, reading, running, baking, soccer, and playing with friends. Next summer, she plans to raise money for the Longmont K-9.

This story is from Rocky Mountain PBS, a nonproﬁ t public broadcaster providing community stories across Colorado over the air and online. Used by permission. For more, and to support Rocky Mountain PBS, visit rmpbs.org. PAGE 4

September 8, 202210 Fort Lupton Press Saturday, Sept. 24 Adams County Museum 9601 Henderson Road Brighton, CO 80601 Heritage Day Car show from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration 9 a.m. Dash claques for the ﬁrst 50 registered cars. Awards presented at approximately 12:30 11 a.m. in the Hoffman Hall: Presentation on Bob Sakata for his agricultural and civic contributions to the community.Archies Hot Dogs on site for food purchase! ► Free admission into the buildings from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., plus blacksmith demonstrations. in the Bright o n ARTS CULTURE& LODGING TAX GRANTS SEPT. 10 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. CARMICHAEL PARK LOCATED BEHIND CITY HALL ORIGINAL ARTWORK FOR SALE 40 artisan vendors FOOD TRUCKS Tacos Los Vaqueros & Peaceful Creations KIDS’ ACTIVITIES Anythink Library, Main Street Creatives & Chalk and Rocks ENTERTAINMENT Ballet Now, Stage Images, Dancers Edge & Pan Jumbies

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ACTIVITIES: We are extremely proud of our robust and creative activities program at Elk Run. Each day includes opportunities for exercise for both the body and mind. Morning exercise classes like cardio drumming and tai chi are very popular among residents. Other activities promote conversation and comradery among residents such as our men’s and women’s groups. A favorite among our residents is our weekly pet therapy. From dogs, to goats, to horse, we have had lots of four legged visitors come to enrich the lives of residents. Some of the beneﬁts of pet therapy include: increased self-esteem and conﬁdence, improved social skills, reduced risk of depression, lessened levels of anxiety and reduced feelings of loneliness. Other popular activities that are good for mind, body and spirit include: bingo, jeopardy, happy hour and live music.

At Elk Run, Health and Wellness are at the forefront of what we do every day. Our mission each day is to provide services that enhance the quality of life for residents. We accomplish this through many facets of daily life including: caregiving, daily activities and nutrition.

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September 8, 202212 Fort Lupton Press September 8, 20222 Health & Wellness Publisher LINDA SHAPLEY Editorial THELMA GRIMES Advertising Director ERIN ADDENBROOKE Advertising Sales TERESA ALEXIS RUTH DONNAMINDYDANIELSNELONREARDON Production Manager ERIN FRANKS Production Design BEN WIEBESIEK Advertising Design TOM FILDEY TINA MELTZER of 24 weekly & 3 monthly community papers and reaching over 350,000 readers. To advertise call: 303-566-4100 HEALTH Guide 2022FALL PhotoShutterstock Elk Run Assisted Living oﬀers: Apartments RehabRespiteSuites Physical OccupationalTherapyTherapySpeechTherapy Independent living with services The location you love. The lifestyle you’re looking for Call or emailto learn more: 303 679-8777 ElkRunAssistedLiving.com31383Monica.Carruth@cassialife.orgFrostWay,Evergreena ministry of Newly Remodeled Apartments

CAREGIVING: Making sure all resident’s health and medical needs are met is our number one priority. Our caregivers genuinely care for our residents and this is demonstrated in the attentive and professional way they go about each day tending to our resident’s needs. This can be as simple as reminding residents it’s meal time or making them aware of activities taking place. Or, it can be as involved as medication management, helping some residents dress for the day or transfer from beds to chairs, etc.

NUTRITION: Feeding the mind and body nutritionally is one more critical piece to the health and wellness puzzle. At Elk Run, our Director of Culinary Services not only addresses nutrition for our resident’s daily, but he also brings creativity and variety to the menu. The kitchen considers fiber, protein and fruits and vegetables as well as making sure everything is pleasing the palate. Meals can be as simple as bacon and eggs and they can get as interesting and sophisticated as beef tips with chimichurri and tri-colored cauliflower or roasted tenderloin with truffle, garlic mashed potatoes. Our culinary team specializes in scratch-made ethnic dishes ranging from Greek, Chinese, Italian, Classic American and more.

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Each year, the American Heart Association, or AHA, releases a checklist known as Life’s Essential 8. The list provides key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health, which helps lower risk of heart diseases, stroke and other major health problems. In unveiling the 2022 list, the AHA had some new items and guidance for others, including new suggestions for diet and adding sleep. The Life’s Essential 8 list if comprised of two major areas –Health behaviors and health factors.

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2. BE MORE ACTIVE – Adults should get 2.5 hours of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity per week. Kids should have 60 minutes every day, including play and structured activities.

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4. GET HEALTHY SLEEP – Sleep is a new addition to the Essential 8 list in 2022. It is estimated that adults need 7-9 hours of sleep each night. Children require more through nighttime rest and naps.

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8. MANAGE BLOOD PRESSURE – Keeping blood pressure within acceptable ranges can keep a person healthier longer. Levels less than 120/80 are optimal. High blood pressure is deﬁned as 130-139 for the top number and 80-89 for the bottom number. To learn more about the American Heart Association’s recommendations for maintaining a healthy heart and lifestyle, visit the website at heart.org.Toﬁndout what your heart score is currently, visit mlc.heart.org.

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5. MANAGE WEIGHT – Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight has many beneﬁts. Body mass index, a numerical value of weight in relation to height, is a useful gauge, according to the AHA. An optimal BMI is 25.

The Essential 8 list includes:

6. CONTROL CHOLESTEROL – High levels of non-HDL, or bad cholesterol, can lead to heart disease.

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A chieving optimal heart health in the U.S. is not looking promising as Americans continue to lose ground. According to a recent study published by the American College of Cardiology, or ACC, only 6.8% of American adults have achieved optimal heart health. It breaks down ﬁ ve key areas that affect heart health:• sugar Blood pressure disease

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3. QUIT TOBACCO –Use of inhaled nicotine delivery products, which includes traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes and vaping, is the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S., according to AHA. This includes about a third of all death from heart disease. It is estimated that a third of all children between ages 3 and 11 in the U.S. are exposed to secondhand smoke or vaping.

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1. EAT BETTER – According to the AHA, Americans should aim for an overall healthy eating pattern that includes whole foods, lots of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, nuts, seeds and cooking non-tropical oils such as olive and canola.

7. MANAGE BLOOD SUGAR – Most of the food American eat turns into glucose, which is the sugar that the body uses as energy.

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The result of a lack of sleep is not just tired people, it is now being associated with poor hearth health. According to AHA, poor sleep can put a person at higher risk for: • Cardiovascular disease

• Health and repairing skin cells, tissues and blood vessels

• Having a stronger immune system•Improving mood and energy

Diet and exercise A constant on the heart health lists from multiple organizations is healthy eating and exercise.The AHA stresses that developing a healthy eating pattern can increase heart health. Besides eating smaller portions in general, the AHA recommends a heavy dose of vegetables and fruits every day, along with limiting sweetened drinks, alcohol and sodium.Avoiding trans-fat is also recommended.When it comes to his patients, Park said diet is a constant discussion for patients suffering from heart disease and having other issues.The second continuous discussion is exercise. According to the AHA,

“It is hard to just tell someone to stop doing something they have formed a habit to,” he said. “Instead of just stopping, I encourage people to just start cutting back, taking less.”

Park said one of the common struggles between patient and doctor is getting on a realistic plan both can live“Aswith.aphysician, in general, you can tell your patients to do something but it comes down to if they will listen.”

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Instead, Park said people should listen to their doctors and start implementing the recommendations slowly.

When it comes to exercise, Park says it is important to take small steps towards achieving big goals. A person can take short walks and runs that will help lead up to exercise and ﬁ tness goals over a short period of time. Park said people often say they do not have time for exercise, which he stresses cannot be completely true.

• Depression • Elevated blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels • Obesity On the other hand, putting a priority on getting enough rest, according to the AHA, can help with:

• Better brain function

According to a recent study released by countingsheep.net, Colorado is one of the states struggling to get enough sleep, ranking 23rd. The study was created through analyzing county health rankings and Google search data. Some of the data to rank each state is based on how many people attempt to treat insomnia with medications.Accordingto the study, overall, in the past year, 30% of Coloradans have not got sufﬁ cient sleep each night, which is over 1.7 million adults. Based on Google search data, it was found that these insufﬁ cient sleepers have searched for sleep medication online 203,760 times over the past year. This indicated 11% of Coloradans who suffer from insomnia treat the condition with sleep medication, ranking the state’s residents as the 23rd unhealthiest sleepers in America.

• Cognitive decline and dementia

When it comes to eating, Park said this is one of the biggest struggles in making lifestyle changes. When a person is used to the fast-food line every day, taking small steps to realign habits is important.

“Everyone has some time somewhere,” he said. “I waste plenty of time when I think about it.”

“Sleep is highly important, but I have to admit, even doctors have a lack of sleep,” Park said. “Being well rested makes a huge difference. It is associated with sleep apnea and obesity. Everything, when it comes to the heart, is really interconnected. It also just allows the body to reset.”

Nutrition Examination Survey of more than 55,000 U.S. adults over the age of 20 from 1999 to 2018. The data revealed that many Americans meet at least one of the ﬁ ve identiﬁ ed risk factors, leading to potential risk for heart attack or heart failure, stroke or other associated complications such as Type 2 diabetes.Dr. Jeffrey Park, a cardiologist with Aurora Denver Cardiology at The Medical Center of Aurora, said the study results are eye-opening.“Americain general has been experiencing a decline in optimal heart health for some time,” Park said. “It may be surprising but it is also a matter of what we know now compared to what we knew from the past. We learn more as these risk factors are included in the equation.”

A marathon, not a sprint Park said a common disconnect between doctor and patient is people thinking they have to change lifestyle and everything they are eating and doing all at once. Park said this mentality leads to failure because a person cannot make lifestyle changes in only a day.

To get what is considered by medical professionals as a “healthy” night’s sleep, it is recommended that adults get between seven and nine hours. Children require more at 10 to 16 hours per day with night and naptime.

Even as more information and education is coming along to redevelop guidelines to achieve optimal heart health, Park said busy people are struggling to meet all ﬁ ve key areas. When it comes to diet, Park said Americans are busy and constantly on the go. That means more fast, easy food. “We are on the go and eating out a lot more,” he said. “That also translates to not having enough time for exercise and we are not getting enough sleep.” Sleep a newer key factor Every year, the AHA updates what is known as Life’s Essential 8, which are key measures for improving and maintaining heart health. Making the 2022 list for the ﬁ rst time is sleep, which Park said should be considered as Americans grow more tired.

adults should get a weekly total of at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity.

Vermont was ranked as the nation’s unhealthiest sleep state. Pennsylvania was ranked on the opposite end of the list as the nation’s healthiest sleep state.

A child’s gender is also a factor in how much parents should be checking in with their children.

“Boys are a little more tricky,” she said. “It is really a societal thing, and every age is different. It is always important to check in and ask questions regularly.”Forany child, Geva said parents should grow concerned if a child is suddenly displaying different character traits or having abrupt changes in mood.Having an established relationship will help parents identify and react when children are struggling.

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When it comes to grades and expectations, Geva said parents should keep up with children and have set standards and expectations. However, she recommended only checking grades sporadically to keep tabs on a student rather than“Childrendaily. really do want independence,” Geva said. “But for parents, checking grades sporadically, doing routine check-ins with teachers and keeping in touch with other parents can keep you informed about your child.”

By nature, Geva said girls are encouraged and naturally tend to express themselves and show emotion.

Geva said parents can create down time by encouraging a child to just go to the grocery store for a bit, go for a calm, relaxing walk or even stress the importance of play time. “It’s important to do activities that have no real objectives,” Geva said. “Helping to give the child a connection and letting them know they are OK.” While managing activities and time for elementary students is easier, Geva said overseeing how much high schoolers are relaxing and destressing can be more of a challenge.Gevasaid regular communication and encouragement is important for teenagers. For parents, cutting a child a break is also important, Geva said. “If a child is really wanting to shift, change or quit an activity – listen to them,” Geva said. “Allow them to adjust to do what is really best for them.”

Geva said throughout the year, parents should often work toward doing mental health check-ins with both elementary and high-school level children. Working on time management skills and helping to manage required down time can also help relieve pressure and anxiety students feel today.

Geva said as students are getting more adjusted to the school year, parents can help stave off some anxiety by talking things out, stressing that something that happened during fall or winter break last year may not happen again this year. A bad grade from a class last year doesn’t mean it will happen again this year.

Geva said other students worry differently. These are the students who may not have had a bad year last year but worry about the unknown, stressing about what could happen and thinking the“Itworst.isnot uncommon to have a student have more anxiety by creating things that could go wrong and really thinking the worst in their minds,” Geva said. For these students, Geva said it’s important to communicate with children and talk them through the created anxiety. Emphasize that the horrible things they are imagining in their minds are likely never going to become reality. These days, students are worried about grades and meeting expectations. They worry about doing well in athletics and participating in various programs. As pressures mount, Geva said a student can stay stressed out and anxious throughout the school year.

Having relationships with other parents is beneﬁcial, Geva said, because children often leave out details about the day. Having other parents talking and telling each other what is going on can help in keeping tabs on the daily activities of the class. “When you hear news, confront (your child),” Geva said. “Tell them the news you have heard from other parents.”

As the school year continues, Geva said parents should also promote structured schedules, regular bedtimes and push for good hygiene and eating habits.Through communication, reasonable expectations and check-ins, Geva said stress and anxiety cannot be completely eliminated for students, but it can be dealt with regularly.

It is common when a new school year rolls around for students to be anxious and nervous, but experts agree that stress and worry can continue as the ﬁrst days turn into weeks andDr.months.AnatGeva, a clinical psychologist with the HealthONE Behavioral Health & Wellness Center, said the beginning of a school year can come with a variety of nerves.Some students may be worried that bad things from the previous year will happen again this year.

“It is important in that child/parent relationship to establish a routine,” she said. “Make it a habit to keep hanging out and doing things together. Do not get into a habit of only talking to them when there is a problem.”

In the United States, high blood pressure during pregnancy is becoming more common, according to the CDC, and medical conditions including preeclampsia, gestational diabetes and blood clots during pregnancy all increase stroke risk during and immediately following a pregnancy.Managing conditions like high blood pressure before getting pregnant helps keep you and your baby healthy during pregnancy and beyond. In addition, your health during and immediately after a pregnancy can shape the lifelong health of you and your child. If you’re planning to become pregnant or are currently pregnant, it’s important to regularly monitor your blood pressure.

• Arm weakness – Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

The best way to know your blood pressure is to have it measured at least once per year by a health care professional and regularly monitor it at home then discuss the numbers with a doctor. For most people, a normal blood pressure should be 120/80 mm HG or less. In addition to properly monitoring blood pressure, maintaining a healthy weight, being physically active, eating healthfully and reducing or eliminating alcohol and tobacco usage can help control blood pressure. If you do develop high blood pressure, work with a health care professional on a plan to help manage it.

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• Speech difﬁculty – Is speech slurred? Is the person unable to speak or hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence like “The sky is blue.”

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• Time to call 911 – If someone shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 911 and get to a hospital immediately. Check the time so you’ll know when the ﬁrst symptoms appeared. Talk to your doctor about ways to improve your well-being and help prevent stroke. Find more wellness tips at stroke.org.

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The ﬁrst step you can take in reducing your risk for stroke is knowing your blood pressure and keeping it in a healthy range. High blood pressure is the No. 1 preventable cause of stroke, according to the American Heart Association.

Take Care of Your Mental Health Some stress is unavoidable but constant stress is not healthy. Chronic or constant stress may lead to high blood pressure and other unhealthy behavior choices, which can increase risk for stroke. Based on ﬁndings in a Stress in America 2020 survey conducted by the American Psychological Association, the top sources of stress are money, work, family responsibilities and health concerns. Managing your stress and blood pressure can improve your overall health and well-being. Reclaim control of your schedule and build in time to invest in your health. Find 10 minutes every day to do something for you, like listening to music, meditating or going for a walk Plan for Pregnancy

• Face drooping – Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person’s smile uneven?

It may not be widely known that women face unique risk factors for stroke throughout their lifetime. Things like pregnancy, preeclampsia and chronic stress can increase the risk for high blood pressure, a leading cause of Cardiovascularstroke.disease, including stroke, is the leading cause of death among women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and 1 in 5 women will have a stroke. However, a large majority of strokes can be prevented.Caringfor yourself by understanding your risk factors can help reduce your risk for stroke and provide a better quality of life. Start managing your stroke risk with these tips from the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association: Monitor Your Blood Pressure

A stroke can happen to anyone at any point in life. Immediate treatment may help minimize the long-term effects of a stroke and even prevent death. Learn how to spot a stroke F.A.S.T:

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“There are some common myths out there,” she said. “One of those being that they will show symptoms right away. Signs and symptoms can be delayed.”

• Are they complaining of headaches?

Abramczyk-Thill said all of these signs can come over days, not immediately after a head injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control, other symptoms of a concussion include:

Abramczyk-Thill said which seat a child is sitting in should never about their age. It should always be about their size.

The CDC reported that when it comes to car crashes, a large number of child deaths and injuries are due to improper restraints. In 2019, more than 600 children 12 and younger died in motor vehicle crashes, and more than 91,000 were injured. Of the children 12 and younger who died in a crash (for whom restraint use was known), 38% were not buckled up. Parents and caregivers can make a lifesaving difference by checking whether their children are properly buckled on every trip.

Amanda Abramczyk-Thill, the injury prevention education outreach coordinator at Children’s Hospital Colorado, said children and teens are always active and injuries come with the territory. From bumps and bruises from a simple bicycle crash to the more serious injuries related to a head bump –Abramczyk-Thill said parents should be constantly in tune with how their children are feeling and acting. Fall injuries In the fall, Abramczyk-Thill said it’s the start of the new school year and sports programs are getting back on track. Kids are playing at recess and the weather is still good enough for bike, scooter and evening activities. “In the fall, (hospitals/doctors) see an uptick in a variety of falls,” she said. “More kids are playing on the playgrounds at recess and sports gets going.”When it comes to elementary-school children, Abramczyk-Thill said the falls on the playground are not usually due to the equipment itself. Instead, it usually comes down to how it is being used. “You have cases where a child may be using equipment that is not quite for their age or size,” she said. “Or, you have cases where the children are using the equipment improperly and that leads to injury.”With playground equipment, besides the traditional scrapes and bruises, Abramczyk-Thill said hospitals see more arm and leg injuries. In sports, Abramczyk-Thill said there are a variety of injuries from everything from football and cheerleading to soccer. In recent years, hockey has also grown in Inpopularity.sports,Abramczyk-Thill said it might be surprising to learn that besides concussions, a common injury doctors see is to the Abramczyk-Thilleye. said in any sport, parents might consider getting protective eye gear for athletes in all sports. This should become as common as the helmet and mouth guards, she added. Learn the signs Because concussions receive the most media attention and are one of the injuries coaches and parents are more vigilant about, it is important to understand the signs and symptoms, especially the subtle ones no one expects.

• Inability to recall events prior to or after a hit or fall

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Spring and summer In school, spring sports brings baseball, track and ﬁeld and softball, which comes with more head injuries, especially when an athlete is hit by a line drive.The warmer months also bring more outdoor activities, including riding ATVs, Abramczyk-ThillAbramczyk-Thillsaid.said a variety of ages ride ATVs and there are usually lax rules with wearing helmets and rules for passengers.Seeing ATV injuries from a passenger falling without a helmet is common, Abramczyk-Thill.

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Year-round injuries In what is a year-round struggle for doctors, Abramczyk-Thill said hospitals often see children who were in the wrong car seat or not in one at all.

• Appears dazed and stunned • Moves clumsily • Answers questions slowly • Loses consciousness • Nausea or vomiting • Bothered by light or noise

Abramczyk-Thill explained that if a child is not big enough to be sitting in a seat with just a seatbelt, their knees do not quite reach properly over the edge of the seat. In the event of a crash, their bodies tend to slip under the seatbelt restraints and serious injuries can happen.

• Rear-facing seats from birth until ages 2 to 4, depending on weight and state law.

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Abramczyk-Thill said concussions are a common theme throughout the year, and doctors see a lot during the winter months.While they see some sports injuries with falls and hits for indoor sports such as basketball and wrestling, the bulk of injuries can come form outside play.

Abramczyk-Thill said a statistic that may surprise parents is the head injuries associated with sledding. Whether it’s a small hill in the neighborhood or a day trip to the mountains, she said sleds move at a quick speed and crashes often cause head injuries. Because of how hard a person can hit the ground in a crash, Abramczyk-Thill recommends requiring children to wear helmets while sledding. It has become more common in riding bikes, scooters and other equipment, and AbramczykThill said sledding should be added to the“Alist.lot of us grew up without wearing a helmet and, especially for something like sledding, we may not even think about it,” Abramczyk-Thill said. “It’s just important to protect your brain because you only have one.” Arm, leg and head injuries are often associated with the ice. Abramczyk-Thill said whether it is a child, teenager or adult, during the winter ice causes a wide variety of Abramczyk-Thillinjuries. said it is important to clear driveways, sidewalks and areas where children are most active during the winter. It is also important to teach safety to children when ice is present, meaning not walking and playing on it.

Because of the variety of symptoms someone with a concussion might show, Abramczyk-Thill said it is important to know the child well and be weary of any sudden changes in the following:

• Are they getting confused easily and showing cognitive issues?

• Booster seat should be used once a child outgrows a forward-facing car seat and kept until a child ﬁts safely on a seat with knees over the edge.

CHILDREN AND TEENS ARE ALWAYS SUSCEPTIBLE TO GETTING HURT TIS THE SEASON FOR INJURIES:

hether they are in elementary, high school or college, children and teenagers are always susceptible to getting hurt, so much so that injury designations are split by season in many hospitals.

• Forward-facing car seat is not to be used for children until age 5, depending on weight and state law.

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To find a doctor who takes your insurance, call your insurance company and ask for a list of doctors near you who are in-network or use the insurance company’s website to search for a doctor. It’s also a good idea to call the doctor’s office and ask for confirmation they take your plan. You should have your insurance, Medicare or Medicaid card handy in case the office needs your plan details.

Some of the providers you consider may not be viable options for simple reasons, like their practice isn’t currently taking new patients or they don’t have office hours matching your schedule. You can also consider questions such as hospital affiliations and whether other providers can help if you need emergency care and your doctor isn’t available. Take a Deeper Look Online research can tell you a great deal about potential doctors, from biographical information and credentials to ratings by former patients.When searching for a new provider, another important area to consider is financial relationships. One resource patients can consider is Open Payments, a national disclosure program within CMS that provides visibility into financial relationships between drug and medical device companies and physicians, and teaching hospitals. The government requires pharmaceutical companies, device manufacturers and group purchasing organizations to report funds they give health care providers in the form of meals, entertainment, travel, gifts, consulting fees, research payments and more, promoting transparency and helping uncover potential conflicts of interest. It’s important to know most health care providers receive payments. Just because financial ties are reported does not mean anyone has done anything wrong. However, patients can use the information to talk with their provider about why they recommend certain medications or treatments, including asking about generic options, which are equally as effective as name brands but typically less expensive. It’s also an opportunity to start a discussion with a provider about areas of professional interest and expertise based on research or consulting.

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As an easy, versatile ingredient that can be used in a wide variety of recipes, grapes offer delicious taste, texture and color – plus a healthy boost – that make them an appealing addition to snacks and meals. An added bonus: Grapes help support heart, brain, colon and skin health.

Crunchy Salad Pizza on Cauliflower Crust is a simple way to get your fruits and veggies in a fun, tasty recipe. When it’s time for a filling yet nutritional dinner, Warm-Spiced Chickpeas and Couscous with Grapes and Arugula makes for an ideal vegetarian meal. Plus, this easy-to-make dish includes 8 grams of fiber to help support colon health. Grapes and seafood are a classic combination, and this Roasted Salmon and Grapes with Pistachios Over Fresh Greens is no exception. A perfect dish for family dinners or inviting guests for a meal, it offers antioxidants and other polyphenols from grapes along with healthy omega-3 fats from fish. Whatever your path to health, eating well and encouraging healthy habits can be deliciously easy with the benefits of grapes. Find more health benefits and good-for-you recipe ideas at GrapesFromCalifornia. com.

Roast salmon 7 minutes for medium-rare; 8 minutes for medium.

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SERVINGS: 4 4 wild sockeye or coho salmon ﬁllets (about 5 ounces each) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/3 cup dry white wine 1 cup green California grapes 1/4 cup shelled, unsalted pistachios, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons ﬁnely chopped Italian parsley 5 ounces baby spinach 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar Heat oven to 400 F. Lightly oil shallow, 9-by-13inch baking dish.

SERVINGS: 4 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus additional, to taste, divided 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice 1 cup Israeli pearl couscous 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 1/2 cups water 1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added chickpeas, 1drainedcupred California grapes, halved 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or freshlyparsleyground black pepper, to 4tastecups lightly packed baby arugula lemon wedges In large saucepan over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt and allspice; cook, stirring, until onion is softened, about 3 minutes. Add couscous and stir 1 minute to toast lightly. Add turmeric and water; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until couscous is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir chickpeas, grapes and cilantro into couscous then season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer couscous-grape mixture to large bowl, add arugula and toss well. Serve warm or at room temperature with lemon wedges. Nutritional information per serving: 370 calories; 12 g protein; 61 g carbohydrates; 9 g fat (17% calories from fat); 1 g saturated fat (2% calories from saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 160 mg sodium; 8 g ﬁber.

PREP TIME: 20 minutes COOK TIME: 10 minutes SERVINGS: 4 1 frozen cauliﬂower pizza crust (11 ounces) 1 tablespoon, plus 4 teaspoons, extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 medium carrots, peeled and trimmed 1 medium fennel bulb, quartered and trimmed 1 medium yellow bell pepper, halved and 1/2trimmedmedium red onion 16 black California grapes, halved 1 cup canned or cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed, divided 2 tablespoons ﬁnely chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons pesto salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 ounce fresh goat cheese, crumbled Heat oven to 400 F. Place frozen crust on large, parchment-lined baking sheet and brush top lightly with 2 teaspoons olive oil. Bake until crust is lightly golden, about 10 minutes. Transfer to cutting board and cut into quarters.

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If you’re like many Americans who put a priority on well-being, choosing simple yet healthy snacks and ingredients is an easy first step. For example, grapes are a popular and convenient fruit that can also be an ally in wellness, offering an abundance of health benefits that can help you get (and stay) on the right track.The next time you enjoy an outdoor adventure, pack along a healthy snack such as California grapes. They can go with you on hikes and bike rides or to the gym as a healthy and hydrating source of energy. Heart-healthy grapes also deliver beneficial antioxidants and other polyphenols and are a good source of vitamin K, which supports bone and heart health. With no need to peel, cut, core or slice, grapes are perfectly portable when you’re on the go.

Using mandolin, peeler or large, sharp knife and cutting board, thinly slice carrots, fennel, bell pepper and onion. Transfer to mixing bowl and add grapes and 1/2 cup chickpeas. Add parsley, pesto and 1 tablespoon olive oil; toss well. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

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Using fork, coarsely mash remaining chickpeas and remaining oil; spread among pieces of crust. Mound grape-vegetable mixture on top. Dot with goat cheese and serve. Nutritional information per serving: 490 calories; 9 g protein; 66 g carbohydrates; 22 g fat (40% calories from fat); 4 g saturated fat (7% calories from saturated fat); 30 mg cholesterol; 380 mg sodium; 4 g ﬁber.

Pat fish dry and place skin side down in pan. Brush fillets lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour wine in pan, scatter grapes around and sprinkle pistachios and parsley on fish.

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In large bowl, toss spinach, onion, remaining oil and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper, to taste; toss again and divide among four plates. Place ﬁsh on top of greens. Spoon roasted grapes around ﬁsh.

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Gratitude – or thankfulness – is a powerful tool that can reduce levels of depression and anxiety and improve sleep. Start by simply writing down three things you’re grateful for each day.

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• The top sources of stress are money, work, family responsibilities and health concerns.

A positive mindset can improve overall health. Studies show a positive mindset can help you live longer, and happy individuals tend to sleep better, exercise more, eat better and not smoke. Practice positive self-talk to help you stay calm. Instead of saying, “everything is going wrong,” re-frame the situation and remind yourself “I can handle this if I take it one step at a time.”

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FAMILY FEATURES etween work, family obligations and a constantly changing world, people in the United States are stressed. In fact, U.S. workers are among the most stressed in the world, according to a State of the Global Workplace study. While some stress is unavoidable and can be good for you, constant or chronic stress can have real consequences for your mental and physical health. Chronic stress can increase your lifetime risk of heart disease and stroke. It can also lead to unhealthy habits like overeating, physical inactivity and smoking while also increasing risk factors, including high blood pressure, depression and anxiety. However, a scientiﬁc statement from the American Heart Association shows reducing stress and cultivating a positive mindset can improve health and well-being.

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Understanding stress is an important step in managing and reducing it. Consider these things to know about stress and how it could affect your life:

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• Work-related stress is associated with a 40% increased risk of cardiovascular disease like heart attack and stroke

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BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Justin Keenesburg,24495PersonalJacksonRepresentativeCountyRoad18Colorado80643

Any person, co-partnership, association of per sons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provi sions, provender, or other supplies used or con sumed by such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to Silverstone Metropolitan District No. 1 at the above address on or before the date and time hereinabove shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified state ment of claim prior to such final settlement will release Silverstone Metropolitan District No. 1, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.

NOTICE is hereby given that Morgan Hill Metro politan District No. 3 of Weld County, Colorado, will make final payment at 2500 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 220, Boulder, Colorado, on Monday, Sep tember 26, 2022, at the hour of 12:00 p.m. to the following Contractor: Krische Construction, Inc. of Longmont, Colorado for all work done by said contractor in construction or work on the Morgan Hill Pool Amenity Project located in the County of Weld, State of Colorado. Any person, co-partnership, association of per sons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provi sions, provender, or other supplies used or con sumed by such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to Morgan Hill Metropolitan District No. 3 at the above address on or before the date and time hereinabove shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified state ment of claim prior to such final settlement will release Morgan Hill Metropolitan District No. 3, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.

Pipeline Inc. of Frederick, Colorado, Lawson Construction Company of Longmont, Colorado and Custom Environmental Design of Erie, Colorado for all work done by said contractors in construction or work on the Sweetgrass Filing 4 District Improvements Project located in the County of Weld, State of Colorado. Any person, co-partnership, association of per sons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provi sions, provender, or other supplies used or con sumed by such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to Sweetgrass Metropolitan District No. 1 at the above address on or before the date and time hereinabove shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release Sweetgrass Metropolitan District No. 1, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Galen Marvin Jackson, deceased Case Number: 2022PR249

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BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SWEETGRASS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. By:Jon1 R. Lee President of the Board Legal Notice No. FLP685 First Publication: September 8, 2022 Last Publication: September 15, 2022 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

NOTICEMetropolitanLegalsDistrictsPublicNoticeNOTICEOFFINALPAYMENT is hereby given that Sweetgrass Metro politan District No. 1 of Weld County, Colorado, will make final payment at 2500 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 220, Boulder, Colorado, on Monday, Sep tember 26, 2022, at the hour of 12:00 p.m. to the following

Legal Notice No. FLP679 First publication: August 25, 2022 Last publication: September 08, 2022 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press PUBLIC NOTICE

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SILVERSTONE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. By:Jon1 R. Lee

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Weld County, Colorado on or before January 08, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

NOTICE is hereby given that Sweetgrass Metro politan District No. 1 of Weld County, Colorado, will make final payment at 2500 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 220, Boulder, Colorado, on Monday, Sep tember 26, 2022, at the hour of 12:00 p.m. to the following HirschfeldContractors:Backhoe& Pipeline Inc. of Frederick, Colorado, and Asphalt Specialties Company, Inc. of Henderson, Colorado for all work done by said contractors in construction or work on the Filing 4 Sweetgrass Parkway Project located in the County of Weld, State of Colorado. Any person, co-partnership, association of per sons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provi sions, provender, or other supplies used or con sumed by such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to Sweetgrass Metropolitan District No. 1 at the above address on or before the date and time hereinabove shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release Sweetgrass Metropolitan District No. 1, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.

The city’s water aerobics class meets from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Fort Lupton Recreation Center, 203 S. Harrison Ave. Call 303-857-4200. Free short-term radon test kits Weld County residents can receive a free radon test kit (one per house hold, while supplies last). Test kits can be requested online at www. drhomeair.com/weld, according to a statement.CalltheWeld County Department of Public Health and Environment at (970) 400-2226 or visit: www.weldgov. com/go/radon.

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President of the Board Legal Notice No. FLP684

Any person, co-partnership, association of per sons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provi sions, provender, or other supplies used or con sumed by such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to Sweetgrass Metropolitan District No. 1 at the above address on or before the date and time hereinabove shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release Sweetgrass Metropolitan District No. 1, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.

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R. Lee President of the Board Legal Notice No. FLP687 First Publication: September 8, 2022 Last Publication: September 15, 2022 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT NOTICE is hereby given that Sweetgrass Metro politan District No. 1 of Weld County, Colorado, will make final payment at 2500 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 220, Boulder, Colorado, on Monday, Sep tember 26, 2022, at the hour of 12:00 p.m. to the following HirschfeldContractor:Backhoe& Pipeline Inc. of Frederick, Colorado for all work done by said contractor in construction or work on the Sweetgrass Como Sewer Line Extension Project located in the County of Weld, State of Colorado.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Wilma E Otteson, deceased Case Number: 2022PR30331

By: Jon R. Lee President of the Board Legal Notice No. FLP686 First Publication: September 8, 2022 Last Publication: September 15, 2022 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT NOTICE is hereby given that Sweetgrass Metro politan District No. 1 of Weld County, Colorado, will make final payment at 2500 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 220, Boulder, Colorado, on Monday, Sep tember 26, 2022, at the hour of 12:00 p.m. to the following Contractors: Asphalt Specialties Company, Inc. of Henderson, Colorado and Lawson Construction Company of Longmont, Colorado for all work done by said contractors in construction or work on the Sweet grass York Street (aka “West County Road 11 Phase 2) Project located in the County of Weld, State of Colorado. Any person, co-partnership, association of per sons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provi sions, provender, or other supplies used or con sumed by such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to Sweetgrass Metropolitan District No. 1 at the above address on or before the date and time hereinabove shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release Sweetgrass Metropolitan District No. 1, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SWEETGRASS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. By:Jon1 R. Lee President of the Board Legal Notice No. FLP688

Legal Notice No.FLP683 First publication: September 08, 2022 Last publication: September 22, 2022 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Fort Lupton Press September 8, 2022 * 1 FROM PAGE 27

NOTICEPublicSettlementsNoticeOFFINALPAYMENT

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Weld County, Colorado on or before December 25, 2022, or the claims may be forever barred.

Brian Hurricane,850PersonalJohnsonRepresentativeS1100WUtah84737

First Publication: September 8, 2022 Last Publication: September 15, 2022 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Public NOTICENoticeOFFINAL PAYMENT NOTICE is hereby given that Silverstone Metro politan District No. 1 of Weld County, Colorado, will make final payment at 2500 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 220, Boulder, Colorado, on Monday, Sep tember 26, 2022, at the hour of 12:00 p.m. to the following HirschfeldContractor:Backhoe& Pipeline, Inc. of Frederick, Colorado for all work done by said contractor in construction or work on the Silverstone Filing 1 and Filing 2 Landscaping Project located in the County of Weld, State of Colorado.

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that on 09/17/22, at 10:00 a.m. at A-to-Z Storage, L.L.C., 511 McKinley Avenue, Fort Lupton, CO, the undersigned, A to Z Storage, L.L.C. will sell at Public Sale by com petitive bidding, the personal property heretofore stored with the undersigned by: A-to-Z Storage 511 McKinley Avenue Fort Lupton, CO 303-857-450080621 Unit# 3028GloriaB-35LopezWest8th Avenue Evans, CO 80620 ~100 items Unit# B-15, B-29 Edward Walker 913 Fir Avenue Ft Lupton, CO 80621 ~100 items - each unit Unit# A-16 Jose Casas 411 7th Street Ft Lupton, CO 80621 ~100 items Unit# LH-1 Paul Grimmer/Eltron 5300 Highlands Dr. Longmont, CO 80503 1 electro scan microscope Unit# F-3, F-4, F-5 Paul Grimmer/Eltron 5300 Highlands Dr. Longmont, CO 80503 ~50 assorted lab equipment - each unit Unit# F-2 Eltron Water Systems 5300 Highlands Dr. Longmont, CO 80503 ~50 assorted lab equipment Unit# P-10 Douglas Jeter 714 4th Street Ft Lupton, CO 80621 ~100 items Unit# 19628StacieP-45RodabaughCountyRoad 4 Brighton, CO 80603 ~20 Unit#itemsB-24 Keith Hon 9194 West Phillips Dr Littleton, CO 80128 ~100 ParkingitemsSpace# CN-3 Frances Gonzales 2765 W. 106th Cr. Denver, CO 80234 ~1 1995 Chevy S-10 2.2L

First Publication: September 8, 2022 Last Publication: September 15, 2022 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Public Notice

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SWEETGRASS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. By:Jon1

MORGAN HILL METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. By:Jon3 R. Lee President of the Board Legal Notice No. FLP689 First Publication: September 8, 2022 Last Publication: September 15, 2022 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles

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