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LONE TREE 2.14.13
Lone Tree
Douglas County, Colorado • Volume 12, Issue 5
TRYING HIS LUCK
February 14, 2013
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Lone Tree chooses new chief Police get new leader from Lakewood By Jane Reuter
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Ethan Osborne, 2, checks out the giant die and stacking cups Feb. 9 during the second annual Kids Expo at the Lone Tree Recreation Center. Hands-on activities, giveaways and vendor information were available to kids and their parents. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen
Safety classes go beyond self-defense Seminars for girls, women also focus on thinking By Jane Reuter
jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com Lone Tree Councilmember Jackie Millet was robbed at gunpoint 20 years ago. After she took former Lone Tree Police Office Nicole Sundine’s safety class, she believes she could have prevented the incident. Sundine, who will teach three safety seminars in Lone Tree later this month, taught Millet to evaluate and plan a response for such threatening situations. “We were not paying attention to our circumstances,” Millet remembered. “Where we parked the car was really dark. When the kids (who robbed us) started walking up to us, we could have crossed the street. There were certain things we could have done to avoid it.” Millet learned so much from the seminar she’s taking it again this month, this time with her 13-year-old daughter. The three free seminars are all at 6 p.m., on Feb. 21, 26 and 28, at the Lone Tree Arts Center. The Feb. 26 class is for parents only, while the other two are open to girls older than 12 and women. Sundine now lives in Virginia and is flying back to teach the city-sponsored classes, which go far beyond standard selfdefense tactics. “The interpersonal is a huge part I really think is lacking from most personal safety classes,” she said. “These are things women have been taught and things they haven’t: How we allow people to treat us, how we stop people from engaging in unwanted behavior, (taking) nonverbal cues as well as verbal.” Most women likely can’t win a fight with a man because of physical disparities, she said, but that doesn’t mean they’re helpless. “We’re talking about doing whatever it takes to break free or get away,” she said. “Women do have the ability to do that, and that does not have anything to do with size or strength.”
Lakewood Police Cmdr. Jeffrey Streeter will be Lone Tree’s new police chief. He starts March 4 with an annual salary of $118,000. Streeter was one of six candidates for the position, all but one of them from the Denver area. “We went through an extensive process, including interviews by three panels that represented the community, a peer group from law enforcement and senior city staff,” said Lone Tree City Manager Jack HiStreeter dahl, who made the decision to hire Streeter. “He was top-rated by all three. And I concurred with their judgment. He’s the guy to move the police department forward.” He will be Lone Tree’s second police chief, stepping into the seat vacated in August 2012. Steve Hasler, who came to the city in 2004 to help launch the department, was terminated without cause by Hidahl. Streeter has a record of stability, working 24 years for the Lakewood Police Department in various positions. Lone Tree has a strong focus on community policing, and Hidahl said Streeter appears well-qualified to keep that approach going. Community policing includes the creation of partnerships with area organizations and using a proactive, problemsolving approach. Currently, Streeter oversees the Lakewood police department’s professional standards section, and has direct supervision for internal affairs, the police training academy, recruitment and national accreditation. He graduated from Metropolitan State College in Denver with a criminal justice/ police science and sociology degree. Lone Tree incorporated in 1995, contracting its police services with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office until 2004.
C-470 panel turns to tolls
Committee’s unanimous vote narrows expansion focus By Ryan Boldrey
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Councilmember Jackie Millet helps demonstrate how to break a hold with instructor and former Lone Tree Police Officer Nicole Sundine during a previous safety class. Courtesy photo First, a woman must know how to take action. “One of the biggest things women fear is they’re going to freeze,” Sundine said. “I have specific techniques I teach them to help them overcome that freeze response. If I teach them how to strike, punch and break free when they need to, it’s only going to help them if they’re psychologically prepared to do that.” Millet came away with Sundine’s seminar with insights that can be used in many situations. “You have to know what you’re going to do when you’re put in a position where
you’re uncomfortable,” she said. “Anytime anybody is trying to rush you into a decision sooner than you’re ready, they’re trying to control you. Slow down, and figure out what’s in your best interest.” And listen to feminine intuition. “If it doesn’t feel right, then change what you’re doing,” Millet said. “Girls are taught to be nice or not make anybody else uncomfortable. When an elevator door opens, and you don’t feel comfortable getting in with a man, there’s nothing wrong with letting the door close.” For more information, visit the city’s website at www.cityoflonetree.com.
Like traffic at the end of rush hour, the future of C-470 appears to be clearing up. On Feb. 7, the C-470 Corridor Coalition Steering Committee — made up of representatives from Douglas, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties as well as the Highlands Ranch Metro District and cities of Littleton, Lone Tree and Centennial — voted 7-0 to toll any new lanes along the 13-mile stretch between Interstate 25 and Kipling Street. C-470 continues on Page 9
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Solheim Cup captains visit cancer survivors T Pro golfers make stop in Parker
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cmichlewicz@ourcoloradonews.com The economic benefits that come with a major golf tournament in Parker are expected to be far-reaching. Social and emotional advantages can now be added to the list. Ever since the August 2009 announcement that Parker’s Colorado Golf Club was selected to host the 2013 Solheim Cup, town leaders and local business owners have been preparing for the arrival of approximately 120,000 spectators. The Solheim Cup, scheduled for Aug. 13-18, pits the top professional ladies golfers from the United States against those who hail from Europe. The prestigious event, much like the PGA’s Ryder Cup, occurs only once every four years in the U.S., and the captain and assistant captain of the home team, LPGA legends Meg Mallon and Dottie Pepper, are making the most of it. They stopped by Parker Adventist Hospital’s Trio Breast Center on Feb. 6 to get a glimpse of the ben-
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Linda Power, 38, shows the result of cancer treatments she has received at Parker Adventist Hospital’s Trio Breast Center during a meeting of survivors. Dottie Pepper and Meg Mallon, co-captains of the Solheim Cup’s U.S. team, visited with the women Feb. 6 as part of the tournament’s community outreach, which includes a fundraiser for the Trio Breast Center. Photos by Chris Michlewicz eficiary of a fundraiser called “Solheim After Sundown,” a gathering for golf fans that includes access to the three-day tournament, silent and live auctions, dinner and live entertainment. During their visit, Mallon and Pepper had the opportunity to meet with former patients who have been forever changed by the thoughtful and thorough treatment at the Trio Breast Center, as well as the doctors and nurses who provide prevention services and care. Pepper frequently dabbed at her eyes with a tissue as each survivor stood at the front of the
room and told her story. Pepper said she was heartened by the personal touch shown by the Trio team and impressed that Parker Adventist has one section of the hospital that acts as a “security blanket” for those enduring breast cancer treatments. “You hear about it or read it in a tournament profile or you see the signage at the tournament, but it’s not very often that you actually get to go see what happens, and I think that’s the moving part,” Pepper said. Morre Dean, Parker Adventist’s president and chief executive officer, said the fundraiser, scheduled for
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Aug. 13, could generate as much as $100,000 to support programming and education, as well as provide mammograms for women who can’t afford the routine screenings. Linda Power, a 38-yearold Castle Rock mother who gave birth shortly before her breast cancer diagnosis two months ago, elicited a fresh stream of tears from the small crowd as she recounted her journey. Her words reflected her refuseto-give-up sense of deter-
mination. “When you have young kids, you can’t let it get you down,” she said. Power, a golf fan who plays regularly, confidently revealed her head, which has gone bald from cancer treatments, and joked about how manageable her hair has become. Power was among a line of women who talked about their steadfast allegiance to the team that helped them overcome their illness. Pepper and Mallon
Ex-police chief honored State group recognizes former Lone Tree top cop By Jane Reuter
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stayed and joked around with the current and former patients, including Gigi McCleery, a bright-spirited Parker woman who helped inspire the guests. They also posed for photos with the crystal Solheim Cup, and shared an adorable photographic moment with a shy 5-year-old from Parker named Annika Edson. For more information about “Solheim After Sundown” or the 2013 Solheim Cup, visit www.solheimcup. com.
Former Lone Tree Police Chief Steve Hasler was honored by police chiefs from around the state during a Feb. 8 conference at Lone Tree’s Denver Marriott South. The Colorado Association of Chiefs of Police gave Hasler an award during its mid-year conference. “We wanted to recognize Chief Hasler for all his Hasler years of service to the organization, and his work as a police chief for all these years,” said Broomfield Police Chief Tom Deland, a board member with the state chiefs’ organization.
“I’m very honored,” Hasler said. “To be recognized by your peers, that’s very special. I’m really flattered.” The recognition encompassed Hasler’s service in Lone Tree and Erie, where he worked for 10 years before his 2004 move to Lone Tree. A 35-year career police officer, Hasler started his police career in England in 1977. He immigrated to the United States in 1990, working in Pueblo County and Manitou Springs, then Erie. Hasler was dismissed without cause from his Lone Tree post in August 2012, a decision he characterized as an act of retaliation by City Manager Jack Hidahl. Hasler believes his termination was tied to a harassment complaint filed against Hidahl by a female police employee, which the city investigated and dismissed. Hidahl has never cited a reason, saying, “it was not an arbitrary or capricious decision”. Hasler and his attorney say they still plan to file a lawsuit against the city, but have not yet done so.
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Town Center far from middle of city Lone Tree commercial area’s name predated most growth By Jane Reuter
jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com Rachel Moszer doesn’t describe her office location as the heart of Lone Tree. But according to the sign at the entrance to her office’s commercial center, it is. Moszer’s AllState Insurance Co. is among many businesses in the Lone Tree Town Center. The center anchored by Kohl’s stretches from Quebec to Acres Green Drive along Park Meadows Drive, a stone’s throw from the Highlands Ranch Gateway Center that is home to King Soopers. “I like where we are,” Moszer said.
“I wanted a Lone Tree address. Highlands Ranch is close, so we pull people from across Quebec. But they may want to rename it. Maybe they should call this the Lone Tree Gateway Center.” The Lone Tree Town Center’s 1997 approval predates the annexation of Park Meadows shopping center and the enormous RidgeGate property that now takes Lone Tree south of Lincoln Avenue and someday, will extend it east of Interstate 25. “Things did not play out exactly the way we thought in the beginning,” said Jack O’Boyle, Lone Tree’s first mayor. The developer proposed the name Lone Tree Town Center, O’Boyle said. “It was the first significant commercial development in Lone Tree,” he said. “We knew it wasn’t the center of town, but he said, `It’s the commercial center of Lone Tree.’ And it was at the time,
even though it was on the edge of the city.” Like other tenants, Moszer chose the center for its location, not its name. “It’s an area with growth, and that’s always good as far as insurance goes,” she said. “It’s a more affluent part of the metro area, and that’s helpful, too.” Puzzling as she finds the designation, Moszer doesn’t mind it and even sees its marketing potential. “We make this the center of Lone Tree,” she joked, “because everybody’s drawn to our office.” Whether or not the “Lone Tree Town Center” name is appropriate, city officials say there are no plans to change it. Sixteen years after its approval, O’Boyle said the Lone Tree Town Center monument signs still catch his attention. “I notice it myself and think,
Lone Tree likely to block pot clubs Council directs attorney to prepare emergency ordinance By Jane Reuter
jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com Lone Tree likely will take a pre-emptive strike against the prospect of a marijuana club opening in the city. The city council agreed during its Feb. 5 meeting to consider an emergency ordinance prohibiting the clubs on non-residential property. If council approves the measure during its Feb. 19 meeting, the city gates will close to the establishments. Mayor Jim Gunning also asked City Attorney Neil Rutledge to plan for a vote banning all marijuana-related businesses. “Council probably needs to look at prohibiting marijuana businesses before the Oct. 1 deadline,” he said, and then addressed Rutledge specifically. “I think you should get that prepared.” Colorado communities must either begin accepting applications for those businesses by Oct. 1, or take the opt-out provided in Amendment 64. The clubs are a more pressing matter. In January, private marijuana clubs
opened in Denver and Del Norte, and more reportedly are planned in Colorado Springs. Denver’s bring-your-own venue charges a membership fee, but doesn’t sell the drug legalized in Colorado during the November 2012 election. Amendment 64 prohibits public marijuana consumption, so the private club gives pot-lovers a place to congregate without any apparent violation of the new law. City Manager Jack Hidahl said he hasnot yet determined whether Lone Tree voted against Amendment 64, but Douglas County did. And in a 2010 city election, more than two-thirds of voters disapproved of the idea of medical marijuana shops in Lone Tree, which city officials believe is an accurate yardstick. City council aims to reflect residents’ political position, and stay ahead of any marijuana businesses considering Lone Tree while the state figures out the legal complexities of Amendment 64. The ordinance on marijuana clubs won’t be proposed as a permanent addition to the city’s ordinances, but rather a way to “buy time,” Councilmember Kim Monson said. “This has a sunset date so council in the meantime can try to develop a comprehensive way to deal with this issue,” Rutledge said.
A sign designates Lone Tree’s Town Center at Quebec and Park Meadows Drive. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen that didn’t quite turn out to be the center,” he said. “The image of the city has shift-
ed considerably with the mall and RidgeGate. But I think it’s turned out much better.”
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Cate Johnson, 11, Tyler Carley, 10, and Luke Johnson, 10, team up Jan. 29 to create a multi-storied building out of Legos at the Highlands Ranch Library. The popular afternoon program provided all the materials for kids in third through sixth grades to use their imagination and create sculptures. The kids titled their pieces, which will be on display at the library throughout the month. Librarian Laura Baldassari-Hackstaff said the library’s goal is to build literacy and one way to do that is to connect what children are interested in with what is available to read. She had Lego-themed books geared to a range of ages for the kids to read or check out. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen 2/21/13
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To throw a successful birthday bash, a little planning is required. That’s no secret to the organizers of the Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree Relay for Life, who are already in the midst of planning for the 15th annual HR/LT Relay on July 26 — in the same year the American Cancer Society celebrates its 100th birthday. To get the word out and start signing up teams for this year’s event at Cresthill Middle School, the Relay crew is throwing a kickoff party from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Highlands Ranch Golf Club, 9000 Creekside Way in Highlands Ranch. The party will provide attendees and survivors with a chance to learn about the history of Relay, gather information on sponsorship opportunities and register. There will be free luminarias for those in attendance, a historical video on ACS and a rolling slide show of
Ryan Larese, Kari Larese, Phyllis Danenhauer and Jordan Larese are three generations of Relay for Life committee chairs gearing up for this July’s event. Kari and Phyllis are helping organize the kickoff event, which will be Feb. 20 at the Highlands Ranch Golf Club. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen photos from past Relays in Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree. Phyllis Danenhauer and her daughter Kari Larese, both cancer survivors, are responsible for organizing the kickoff, but it was Larese’s 10-year-old son, Ryan Larese, who got the whole family involved in Relay last year. “I just kind of thought that cancer in a lot of ways is overlooked,” said Ryan, who is heading up a youth committee with his brother Jordan, 9, this year in an attempt to get a more youthful presence at the event. “A lot of people don’t real-
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the track cheering us on, that was an overwhelming, amazing experience,” said Danenhauer, a breast cancer survivor. “It is something we can do together,” Kari Larese added, “something we have both experienced. They were different types of cancer (Larese had melanoma) but we still both experienced cancer and we went through it together both times. “I think it is something that is much more prevalent than people are aware of and it’s something my kids can learn about and be aware of and educate other people about.” According to statistics provided by the ACS, one in two men and one in three women will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lifetime. Relay for Life, which began in Tacoma, Wash., in 1986, raises money for ACS to further cancer research and support patients, and also celebrates survivors. For more information on this year’s Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree Relay or for the Feb. 20 kickoff event, email teams@rflhr-lt.org or visit www.rflhr-lt.org. For more information on event history or the ACS, please visit www.relayforlife.org.
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Benefits of schools’ credit rating debated Board cites taxpayer payoffs, others say students pay a price By Jane Reuter
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Douglas County School Board President John Carson defended the district’s financial reserves during the board’s Feb. 5 meeting, saying the fund ensures a credit rating that saves taxpayers money. “We as a board have set a 4 percent reserve,” he said. “Some people think that’s too high. I think in the economy and budget we’re in, with fluctuations in revenue, it’s the prudent thing to do. Not only prudent for the long-term planning and welfare of our district, but it obviously pays huge financial dividends back to the school district and taxpayers of Douglas County.” The comments stem from a recent bond refinancing that will save property owners about $3 a year for the next 17 years, and an assertion from a parentled group that the fund balance is unnecessarily high. on, “The cost of what it’s taking ming,away from the education syssaid can-
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tem far exceeds the benefits,” said Susan Meek, vice president of Strong Schools Coalition. An underwriter praised the school board during its meeting for conservative financial policies that help feed an AA+ credit rating, one that ranks DCSD third among the state’s 178 school districts. “There were some impressive results here,” he told the board. Fitch Ratings reviewed the district’s financials for a recently completed bond refinancing that dropped the interest rate from 5 percent to 2.99 percent. That paired with another refinancing in late 2012 will save taxpayers about $5 million, he said. The county has about 110,000 taxable parcels, according to the assessor’s office, for an annual savings of about $3 on each Douglas County property. “It’s great to have low rates,” said Laura Mutton, president of Strong Schools. “But if you’re hoarding money in order to have a high bond rating and you’re only saving taxpayers $3 a year, there’s a tradeoff there. It doesn’t count for a lot at a time when you’re having serious budget cuts.” For the first time in five years, the district plans no cuts
in the coming academic year. Last year, it met an $18 million shortfall with money found in over-budgeted line items, as well as cuts to central administration and the high schools. DCSD has an unrestricted fund balance of $86.7 million. The unrestricted funds are those limited for use by statutory requirements. Its unassigned fund balance — money the district has not earmarked for specific uses — is $18.1 million. Meek, former DCSD spokeswoman, said the district has maintained a high credit rating for many years and through large fluctuations in the general fund balance. DCSD has had an AA rating for several years running, and was assigned the AA+ in 2010. Spokeswoman Cinamon Watson said the district “takes every opportunity to do everything we can to be good stewards of the taxpayer dollars. We’re using it wisely, and producing a great product.” Meek and Mutton formed the now 600-member group to “inform, engage and positively impact the public schools in Douglas County,” according to Strong School’s website. They’ve criticized the district’s fund balance, budgeting and time the board spends in executive sessions.
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The vacant term expires in November, so the person assigned to the seat will either serve an abbreviated term or run for re-election. The current board will interview the candidates and choose Gerken’s replacement. School Board President John Carson did not directly respond when asked if the board is seeking a candidate who supports their education reform efforts. “We’re accepting applications from anyone who lives in that district who wants to apply,” he said. “That’s about the best I can say. It’s an open process. We are looking for a great pool of applicants. “I’m very optimistic we’ll
have a great new board member sometime in March.” The position is unpaid and requires about a 20-hour commitment per month. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, a 12-month resident and registered voter of the district, and have no interest in district contracts. All current school board members are registered Republicans, but the office is officially nonpartisan. Gerken, elected in 2009, cited family and work obligations in his resignation. For more information, visit the district’s website at www. dcsdk12.org or contact board secretary Nona Eichelberger at nona.eichelberger@dcsdk12. org
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Allie Welch, center, jumps around with her fellow Cherry Valley kindergarten students during Greg DePinna’s P.E. class Feb. 6. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen
Little school on the prairie Cherry Valley Elementary proud of small size, sense of close community By Jane Reuter
jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com Diane Meeks hoped for years to teach at Cherry Valley Elementary. Now that she’s there, she never wants to leave. “This is the last place I hope to be,” said Meeks, who teaches first and second grade at Douglas County’s smallest and most rural elementary school. “It’s really, really special.” The K-6 school on the plains of southeastern Douglas County has just 50 students, many of them from working ranches and a few the youngest among generations of families who have attended Cherry Valley. Five full-time staff members work there, with teachers each instructing two grade levels instead of one. “Teachers don’t work with (just) kids,” Principal Mark Harrell said. “Teachers work with families.” It’s small enough that the Valentine’s Day celebration Meeks is coordinating is an all-inclusive event. Each student will draw the name of another, and make him or her a Valentine’s Day lunch. A sixth-grader may make lunch for a first-grader, or vice versa, but all will know well the student with whom they’re paired. “That warm, purposeful feel of community — that’s something we take great pride in,” Harrell said. “Everybody knows your name.” Not only your name, but those of your immediate family, and likely those of your grandparents, cousins and pets. Fifth-grader Charlie Anderson is the fourth generation of his family to either attend school or teach at Cherry Valley. His great-great-aunt Florence Anderson taught there from 1954 to 1986. His grandfather, father and older sister were students. “It’s a good little school,” said his father, rancher Harold Anderson.
“It lined up with what I wanted for my children. Out here, you’ve got cattle across the fence from the playground. In an urban school, you’ve got a lot of sirens.” The school’s nine kindergartners are taught in the one-room schoolhouse built in the late 1800s and moved there in 1952. It’s among three buildings now used for classes, one a modular that includes several classrooms and a computer lab filled with glossy, white Mac desktops and a cart that holds 18 iPads. Family support and volunteerism at the school is high, Harrell said. And in an area where the nearest grocery store is 30 minutes in either direction, the three buildings along Highway 83 serve as more than a school. “It is the social center for the community,” Harrell said. “Between the school, the fire department and the church, it’s much like Little House on the Prairie.” The annual spring Roundup fundraiser drew about 300 people in 2012. When Cherry Valley held a Ride-YourHorse-to-School day in May 2012, community response was so strong that horses outnumbered students. A large, wooden sign near the school’s front door is the school’s branding wall. Carved into its surface are brands from family ranches, including the school’s own “CVE.” It isn’t just Cherry Valley-area residents who treasure the school. Twenty percent of its students come from outside the school’s boundaries, enrolled there by parents who like its small size, low teacher-to-student ratios and cozy atmosphere. Cherry Valley’s setting also is unduplicated elsewhere in the district. “We do have the most beautiful view of any Douglas County School,” Harrell said. “After it snows on a sunny morning, there’s no better view of Pikes Peak.” It’s a combination that appears to satisfy all, including Harrell. “Happy kids make for happy teachers (which) make for happy principals,” he said. “This is the greatest job there is.”
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Civil unions bill gains Senate approval Only one Republican legislator votes in favor of measure By Vic Vela
vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Same-sex couples in Colorado are one step closer to the realization of civil unions following the passage of a bill in the state Senate on Feb. 11. Senate Bill 11 — which would allow gay couples to enter into commitments similar to marriage — passed the General Assembly’s upper chamber with unanimous support from Democrats, but with only one Republican voting to move the bill forward. There was no debate on the bill before final passage. The Feb. 11 vote became a foregone conclusion after the Senate provided preliminary passage three days earlier, following a session in which several
lawmakers gave passionate — and often personal — speeches, both in support and opposition of civil unions. Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver, an openly gay lawmaker and bill sponsor, gave an emotional speech on Feb. 8. “This is a moment that we have waited for,” said Steadman. “If two people are lucky enough to have found one another, why should the State Report of Colorado stand in their way?” Steadman’s longtime partner, Dave Misner, died of pancreatic cancer last year. Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton, choked back tears as she spoke in support of Steadman’s bill, referring to Misner’s death, as well as her brother’s struggles with coming out of the closet. “This vote is for my brother Bill, and my
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friend Dave,” Newell said. Republicans unsuccessfully offered amendments to the bill, including one from Sen. Owen Hill of Colorado Springs that would have exempted practically any person or entity that objected to civil unions from providing services for those couples. But Steadman said that such an amendment would fly in the face of non-discrimination laws. Steadman also implored those who hold strong religious beliefs, “Don’t let your free exercise run my life.” “Get thee to a nunnery,” he told those seeking religious exemptions to his bill. “Go live a monastic life. Colleagues, this is not Mt. Sinai. This is the Colorado Senate.” Republicans also failed in their attempts to put civil unions on the ballot, rather than leave the issue up to lawmakers. In 2006, Colorado voters rejected a referendum that sought benefits for same-sex partners that were similar to civil unions. “The overriding feeling that comes to mind for me.... disappointment,” said Sen.
Kevin Grantham, R-Canon City. “I’m disappointed that the people of this great state cannot be trusted with a second chance at the ballot box.” Sen. Ellen Roberts of Durango was the lone Republican to vote for the bill. “I believe this bill supports family values,” Roberts said. Roberts also said that it’s important to note that her gay Senate colleagues are about more than just fighting for gay-rights issues. “This issue is only one dimension of a homosexual person’s identity,” she said. “I prefer to look at them much more as multidimensional persons.” The bill now heads to the House of Representatives, where it died last year. This is the third consecutive year that legislators have taken up civil unions, but it is expected to pass the Democratic-controlled House, and then be signed into law by Gov. John Hickenlooper this time around. “Well, third time’s a charm, isn’t it?” Steadman said.
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Democrats propose child-welfare reforms Training, reporting plan aims to head off abuse By Vic Vela
vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Gov. John Hickenlooper and other Democratic state leaders on Feb. 6 announced a series of reforms to the state’s child welfare system, which are in part aimed at preventing child abuse before it happens. The proposals include the setup of a statewide child abuse reporting hotline, more training for child welfare caseworkers, and other efforts designed to protect children. “We want to make sure we keep our kids healthy and safe, and make sure we stabilize families,” Hickenlooper said at a Capitol press conference. The reforms, which have been dubbed “Keeping Kids Safe and Families Healthy 2.0,” is a follow-up effort to changes to the child welfare system that Hickenlooper announced about a year ago. The hotline streamlines the current reporting system, one where all 64 Colorado counties have their own child abuse hotlines.
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Hotline workers, along with child caseworkers, also will receive more training to help them investigate abuse cases. The plan also allows families involved in child welfare referrals, ones that may not rise to the level of abuse or neglect cases, to receive services and support aimed at preventing abuse. The governor’s plan also calls for greater transparency, through the development of a website where the public can keep tabs on efforts taking place inside the child welfare system. And the plan calls for modern technology, such as the use of smart phones and tablets to help caseworkers with their workloads. Hickenlooper will seek funding for his proposals by asking the Legislature to set aside $22 million in next year’s budget. The governor also said that Colorado will receive $8 million in federal funds in each of the next five years, which will also go toward funding reforms. The governor was joined at the press conference by legislators who will be involved in drafting the bills. “We may not be able to prevent every child death by abuse, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try,” said state Sen. Jeanne Nicholson, D-Black Hawk.
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Healthy Living Expo a fitness fix Hundreds heed health call for 5K, live demos, free giveaways
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Alex Heinrich, 11, of Lone Tree, tries out a water rower exercise machine from Highlands Ranch’s Orange Theory Fitness during the Healthy Living Expo Feb. 9. The free expo, hosted by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce at the Douglas County Events Center, featured a variety of vendors, demonstrations and giveaways. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen
Free screenings offered for women Tri-County Health checks for cancer, other disorders Staff report Tri-County Health Department’s Peak Wellness program provides lowincome, uninsured and under-insured women with free screenings and referrals. The program is an effort to prevent cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke. The Peak Wellness program is open to women between the ages of 40 and 64 who: meet income guidelines; are legal U.S. residents living in Adams, Arapahoe or Douglas counties; do not have health insurance, are unable to afford their deductible for insurance or do not have insurance that covers a Pap test or mammogram; and have not had a Pap test or mammogram in the past 12 months. The free visit to a Peak Wellness clinic includes blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index tests to screen for heart disease and diabetes. Clients also receive a clinical breast exam and a Pap test to screen for cervical
cancer. Clients can schedule a free mammogram and speak one-on-one with a registered nurse and a registered dietitian. The program is intended to reduce the incidence of illness and death through early detection and treatment of diseases and to encourage people to make healthy lifestyle choices. “We’re encouraging people to take advantage of our free screenings. With early detection of a potentially life-threatening illness, a client can seek treatment or make lifestyle changes and ultimately be healthy for herself and her family,” said Dr. Richard L. Vogt, executive director. “If heart problems or cancer are detected, we also provide referrals to free or discounted medical services, so that people can receive the follow-up treatments they need.” The average clinic visit is 90 minutes. Peak Wellness program locations are in Aurora, Castle Rock, Englewood and Northglenn. For more information or to make an appointment, call 303-363-3018 or visit their website at www.tchd.org/ peakwellness.htm.
Healthy living took a front seat at the Douglas County Events Center when the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce launched the second Healthy Living Expo with a 5K run. The day started early Feb. 9 for nearly 300 runners and walkers who participated in the Freeze Your Buns Off 5K run, which wasn’t nearly as freezing as most expected. Whether they participated in the race or stopped for a visit, residents from Castle Rock and throughout Douglas County had more than enough to choose from at the event. Nearly 100 local businesses were represented at the expo, offering services from fitness clinics, food supplements and aes-
Top five men: 1. Alex Willis, 15:50 2. John O’Neill, 15:57 3. Caleb Thompson, 19:50 4. Carwyn Sharp, 19:53 5. Sean Thompson, 20:23
Top five women: 1. Katie Hursey, 19:14 2. Chelsea Burns, 19:28 3. Sarah Young, 20:05 4. Stephanie Bylander, 20:31 5. Kathryn Gray, 21:28
thetic living to area healthcare, hospital and in-home caretaking. Craig and Jennifer Kincaid of Castle Rock made their second visit to the expo, as Jennifer Kincaid participated in the race while her husband entertained the kids, ages 3 and 7, with live demos and interactive exhibits. Next year they want the entire family in the race. “It wasn’t freezing enough this year,” Craig Kincaid said with a grin. “Next year we want them all to do it.” The race kicked off with a visit from 9News sports anchor Suzie Wargin, who ran and announced the top finishers.
Gathering all about diversity Creek conference explores ways to nurture differences By Deborah Grigsby
dgrigsby@ourcoloradonews.com More than 1,000 high school students gathered at Cherry Creek High School, exploring ways to celebrate difference and foster a safe and understanding academic environment. Now in its 20th year, the Cherry Creek Diversity Conference is the largest conference of its kind in the state, attracting 85 schools from across Colorado. The day-long conference on Feb. 2 included 40 workshops addressing such bold subjects as hate crimes, gay rights in America, use of American Indian mascots, diversity in the military, gender issues and understanding Islam. “People like me, with titles like mine, often come together at events like these and say things that sound like we’ve had similar experiences to yours,” said Cherry Creek School District Superintendent Mary Chesley. “We have not. In the area of diversity, you are the teachers and we are your students.” Caleb Munro, conference co-director, announced the creation of the Janet Sammons Fund for Diversity, with an initial endowment of $1,000. Named after Janet Sammons, the Cherry Creek High School history teacher who started the an-
Cherry Creek Diversity Conference founder Janet Sammons was honored with the creation of a scholarship fund in her name. With an initial endowment of $1,000, the fund will help ensure schools across the state are able to attend the conference, now in its 20th year. The conference was held Saturday, Feb. 2 and attracted more than 1,000 students to Cherry Creek High School from 85 schools across the state. Photo by Deborah Grigsby nual gathering in 1993, the fund will go to assist schools that may not have the funds to attend the annual conference. Sports entertainer and television personality Eve Torres served as keynote speaker. “I want you to think about your school climate, how you interact with your school peers and how the way you view yourself affects your ability to discover and exercise your passion and therefore your future success,” said Torres, herself a Cherry Creek graduate.
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On C-470, toll lanes best way to go The group tasked with devising a plan to improve C-470 made the right call last week when it decided to pursue the construction of new lanes that would come with a toll. It’s not a solution everyone will embrace, but when looking at how to arrive at a more-motorist-friendly highway, the truth is, there is no perfect path. It’s going to take money. It’s going to take time. And while the work is being done, it’s going to be inconvenient. So why do anything? Clearly, the Denver metro area is growing and much of that growth is taking place near C-470, which snakes from I-25 to I-70. The population along the 27-mile corridor is expected, by some estimates, to swell by more than 30 percent over the next 20 years. Already, some stretches of the highway see more than 100,000 vehicles a day. During morning and afternoon rush hours, the road is plenty congested now. Throw in thousands of extra vehicles per day, and the future of the road as a preferred, or even viable, route doesn’t look bright. That’s not acceptable for a corridor that includes areas like northern Douglas County,
OUR VIEW which is quickly becoming a magnet for businesses to open and relocate. So when the C-470 Corridor Coalition took up the task of brainstorming improvements in 2011, it was an important step. The coalition’s decision-making committee is made up of representatives from Littleton, Centennial, Lone Tree, Highlands Ranch and from Douglas, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties. The group’s focus, for now, is on the 13mile stretch from I-25 to Kipling, identified as the swath most in need of immediate assistance. After months of doing research, reaching out to communities and polling residents, the coalition was left with three logical choices: toll only new lanes, toll all lanes or try to raise taxes (sales or property). To be sure, the Feb. 7 decision to move
forward on the plan for a minimum of one new express toll lane in each direction was neither hasty, nor uninformed. Tolling all lanes was the least-popular option in public polling and was rightfully dismissed. An all-toll highway might have backfired by keeping too many motorists away and costing municipalities more headache, gridlock and construction costs through the wearing down of local arterial roads. A property-tax increase surely would have been voted down, but there was some support in citizen polls for a sales-tax hike. We agree, however, with local officials who said such a measure could be unfair to communities located in the new taxing district. “I think we see it as a competitive issue having a retail tax here that we (wouldn’t) have in other locations, just outside the boundary,” said Lone Tree Mayor Jim Gunning, whose city is home to the popular Park Meadows mall. Imposing a toll only on new lanes makes the most sense, and as it would not require an election like the taxing options, would be the quickest to implement. It’s
also the most fair: It would be a motorist’s decision to use the new lanes and thus pay the fee. We venture to guess many would pony up to zip along at a quicker, lessencumbered pace. As mentioned, the plan, which carries a tentative price tag between $230 million and $350 million, isn’t perfect. The coalition acknowledges there may be a need to find additional funding sources if revenue from the toll lanes doesn’t fully pay for the project. It’s not an insignificant risk, but it is one worth taking, given the potential reward. The group plans to take some time to refine the conceptual design and cost estimates and there are environmental, traffic and revenue studies that must be done before anything is final. Even if everything goes as planned, it could be up to two years before construction begins. And that doesn’t cover the second-phase, from Kipling to I-70, which a different set of officials will get to work on shortly. So while we’re not there yet, at least we’re not stuck in rush-hour traffic, wishing for a magical way out.
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My comb and I parted company Will no mail on Saturday impact you? We went to several locations in Englewood and Littleton to hear how people felt about
the U.S. Postal Service’s decision to cease Saturday mail delivery starting in August.
“Honestly, if it helps the government save some money, I guess I’m for it. We do get checks and other items in the mail on Saturday and I mail out items on Saturday but, if it helps the government, it’s fine with me.” — Brian Hart, south Denver
“I haven’t given it a lot of thought but I think it is a shame they’ll stop Saturday delivery. Right now, Saturday delivery has slowed down. But that governmental agency needs to do something to save money because a lot of money is being wasted.” — Keith Carson, Englewood
“I think any way the Postal Service can avoid bankruptcy should be considered. Stopping Saturday delivery won’t have a big impact on me personally because getting mail five days a week is fine.” — Jude Thomas, Littleton
“I’m not sure how I feel about the decision. It won’t have a big impact on me personally. I don’t get a lot of mail on Saturday but I will miss it when it doesn’t come.” — Maria Powell, Englewood
Being down can lead to looking up One of the most popular activities I get to do with my team at work or with groups that I am involved with happens on Fridays. I typically send an encouraging email filled with positive updates, recognition of achievement, and gratitude for the effort put forth by everyone. And then I ask for feedback, I ask for the best news of the week or most positive or productive good news that they can share. Everyone responds and shares a moment or experience that truly made the week positive. The interesting thing is this: People may have been having a very tough week but they always find something positive to share. Life may have presented some significant challenges personally and/or professionally, but somehow they dig in and look for something good to share with the team or group. So now imagine your own life right now, and imagine for a moment it is Friday and I have asked you for the best news of the week. What would your answer be? Now I have done this for several years and with many people. The majority of people can come up with something meaningful and positive in a fairly short amount of time. But those who are having a tough week and wrestling with the question find themselves going deeper, yet they still find something positive to share with everyone. And I have to share with you that the responses that come from someone who has been struggling are usually more positive than the replies that come from people who have been having a relatively good week. Here is something else I have noticed. People now expect the question, and so all week long they are already looking for
the good, searching for the positive, and storing up successful stories and events that they can share with the team or group. Please don’t gloss over this, think about it for a minute. When individuals know that they will be asked for the best news of the week, they actually start preparing and looking for the good. This is powerful and I would encourage you to try it at work, in a group you may belong to, or even with your family. Don’t just try it once or twice, commit to it for a couple of months, each and every week. I would love to hear the outcome and how those around you start to embrace the positive, seek success, and champion productivity. What I am talking about is setting an expectation of positive and success-oriented behavior. And when you make it a habit of inspecting what you expect in asking for the best news of the week, you will truly be amazed at the elevation in attitudes, success, and production. I would really love to know what your best news of the week is. Together, let’s make this a better-than-good week. Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder of www.candogo.com. He can be reached at gotonorton@gmail.com
I don’t own a comb. I stopped combing my hair about 20 years ago. What a relief. I never have to worry about my part. I’d like to see more men without parts. You all look like high school math teachers. I know some high school math teachers who have stopped parting their hair, because they didn’t want to look like high school math teachers. Most of the men I see with parted hair are over 40. My father was parting his wisps until he was in his mid-80s when I told him to stop. He had about 19 hairs at that time, and I think he thought they all were working overtime to give him a head of hair. He used a blow dryer. He put some spray on his hair to keep it down. It looked like hell. He was determined to exit with a head of hair, but a total of 19 doesn’t qualify. I told him, I asked him, please stop. He did, and got his first short haircut since the 1920s. There comes a point when we no longer update our look. I see men, and women, in stores who look like 1978. And that’s frightening. As I have said before, the 1970s were the low point of the 20th century in just about everything. Fashion. Styles. Accessories. Even fonts. We loved our serif fonts back then. The 1980s were almost as bad. You paid extra for almond-colored appliances. I had a friend with olive, shag carpeting. It gave me a headache. Men wore necklaces. Men wore chains. Men wore bracelets. Women wore shoulder
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pads. Women wore leg warmers. I’d see people with giant, upside-down eyeglasses. I had hair over my ears, and every morning I parted it. I can’t remember if my part was on the left or on the right. But it bothered me if the track of my part went off line. I had a comb in my pocket. I checked myself in the mirror. One day I went to see Alfred at the HairPorte and asked him to cut it down. On the way to my car I tossed away my comb. I got a few stares at work, and that was about it. I donated my brown (brown!) hair dryer. Then I shaved off my mustache. With long, parted hair and a mustache I looked like an almond-colored appliances salesman. I still see men who look like a 1978 me. It’s not easy to change. We get a look that we like, that our friends and relatives get used to, and we stick with it. My mother was still getting her hair Smith continues on Page 9
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Wheelchair rugby shakes the walls Teams clash in fast-paced action at tournament By Tom Munds
tmunds@ourcoloradonews.com Wheelchair athletes filled the air with the sounds of their bone-jarring collisions Feb. 9 and 10 during the Mile High Mayhem Rugby Tournament at Englewood High School. The two-day tournament drew teams from Florida, California, Nevada and Arizona as well as two squads from the Craig Hospital-sponsored Denver Harlequins. On Feb. 9 Jason Regier, a Harlequin player, was taping his arms and hands in preparation for a game. “I was in Craig about 15 years ago when I saw my first wheelchair rugby tournament,” the Centennial resident said. “I really liked what I saw of the game. I
Volunteers help get a player back on two wheels after a collision turned him over during a Feb. 9 Mile High Mayhem Wheelchair Rugby Tournament game. Players from local and outp-of-state teams met during the tournament. Photo by Tom Munds guess I was hooked and a year later, I joined the team. I like the attitude for teammates and other players on and off the court and I like the game as part of my active lifestyle.” He said playing wheelchair rugby is part of making sure to live life to its full-
est and a way to show that guys in wheelchairs can still play active, hard-hitting sports and can still travel. Regier has traveled extensively for tournaments and clinics and, most recently, traveling to London, where he was a member of the gold medal wheelchair
rugby team at the 2012 Paralympics. He explained that the game is a four-onfour matchup on a basketball court. The object is to use the blocks of teammates in order to break free of defenders and get at least two wheels across the end line to score a goal. The game is divided into eight-minute quarters. Breaking a rule sends the offender into the penalty box, giving the opposition a man-up advantage. Players set picks and screens on attack and defenders go in hard to try to keep the player with the ball away from the goal line. The ball can be carried but the ball carrier must dribble or pass the ball every 10 seconds. The team on offense has 40 seconds to score a goal or the ball goes over to the opponent so the action moves quickly so there are aggressive plays to stop the attack like high-impact collisions
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“done” into her 60s, and then we had a talk. She changed her hairstyle. There was less maintenance, and she thanked me. She never got another permanent. I guess people get very involved with their hair. I guess it makes a statement. I would rather know people who make statements, not hair that makes statements. Sooner or later you, not the hair, has to talk. A cool haircut doesn’t make up for an
empty pool of thoughts. I had a girlfriend who had mood hair. Most of the time she was somewhere between simply Martha and Sylvia Plath. She was either OK Martha with natural brown hair or not-OK Sylvia with magenta hair. It was dipped, tipped, crooked, or chopped. I picked her up after a hair appointment and she was in tears. Her hair wasn’t making the statement she wanted it to make. She had me pull over and she went to a stranger’s lawn, and stuck
her head in a sprinkler. I guess that helped. When I was much younger, hair was a big deal. “Give me a head with hair.” Now I would much rather have a friend with a full head of ideas and words and humor. Next: Why comb-overs scare children. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net
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The coalition has been studying different options to finance the addition of one or two lanes in each direction since 2011 and began a heavy dose of public outreach last summer. Other options included the implementation of sales or property tax increases within a to-be-determined taxing district as well as tolling all the lanes. “The public was divided on tolling (the new lanes) and sales tax,” said Roger Sherman, chief operating officer with consulting firm CRL Associates, in reference to a recent survey done by Hill Research Consultants. “What’s interesting is when you start to go head to head and weigh each potential funding option separately.” The public opinion poll, which was sent out near the end of 2012 to a random sampling of citizens in areas of impact in Douglas, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties, made two things clear — citizens were not in favor of property tax or tolling all lanes. “Our citizens have been very clear that in no way will they support a toll on the existing lanes,” said Douglas County Commissioner Jack Hilbert, chair of the C-470 coalition, before adding that “property tax is a four-letter word in Douglas County.” When it came to the possibility of
C-470 CORRIDOR COALITION STEERING COMMITTEE Jack Hilbert, Chair, Douglas County Commissioner Nancy Sharpe, Arapahoe County Commissioner Don Rosier, Jefferson County Commissioner Jim Gunning, Lone Tree Mayor Cathy Noon, Centennial Mayor Jim Taylor, Littleton City Councilman Allen Dreher, Highlands Ranch Metro District Board Member raising sales tax, steering committee members were not shy about voicing their concerns. There was also a consensus that there was not enough support to pass a sales tax once a district was drawn. “It becomes very difficult to say `let’s tax this group of people and not others,’” said Lone Tree Mayor Jim Gunning. “Lone Tree is really a retail hub. Many people come to shop there. I think we see it as a competitive issue having a retail tax here that we (wouldn’t) have in other locations, just outside the boundary.” Another issue with sales tax, Hilbert said, is that it would take an additional two to three years to get the expansion started, something that could happen in early 2014. “There are still questions that have to be answered, issues that need to be discussed,” Hilbert said. “The next
question is one or two lanes (in each direction) and that has not been finalized yet. But I think it’s good that we can begin to move forward now.” The difference in cost is estimated to be $230 million for one lane in each direction and $350 million for two lanes. The fees for express lanes are expected to cost somewhere between 30 and 40 cents per mile. Hilbert made it clear that once all the analysis is done, any of the steering committee members may withdraw their support if the analysis does not support their decision. One of the concerns, as voiced recently by Highlands Ranch Metro District Board Member Nancy Smith, has been who would be responsible for paying for project if the tolls collected do not cover construction costs. Whether CDOT would help with those costs or not is unknown at this time, but CDOT Commissioner Edward Peterson suggested that he was hopeful the department would able to “provide substantial amounts of assistance” toward the project. The coalition will meet next at 10 a.m. March 7 at the Highlands Ranch Mansion, 9900 Ranch Road, to discuss the timeline for the process and begin making plans for an environmental study.
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that are bone-jarring for the blocker and the blockee. The impact can flatten tires or even knock the wheelchairs over. In either case, support staff has one minute to right the chair or change the wheel. Players are in special wheelchairs customized to fit them and are 4- to 6-inches lower than a regular chair. The rugby wheelchairs also have a metal bumperstyle system on the front and, to increase speed, the wheels are cambered at a greater angle. Wheels are solid metal instead of being made of spokes and are mounted on a quick-release system to make them easy to change. On the court, spectators cheered their favorite teams and the metal-on-metal wheelchair collisions. It was a different atmosphere in the cafeteria Feb. 9 as the Craig Hospitalsponsored Denver Harle-
quins prepared for their game with the University of Arizona Wildcats. Harlequins veteran Adam Scaturro was taping his hands and arms for the game. “I’ve been playing for 14 years, I love the sport and I started playing when I was still going to Lakewood High School,” he said. “To me, wheelchair rugby provides a level playing field for all athletes and I love the fast-paced action on the floor.” He said when he goes into the game, he brings leadership, experience and high intensity. Parker resident Robert Schuler joined the Harlequins about four years go. “I really like the sport,” he said. “It is great exercise, it keeps me active and it is a great community of friends. The game also pushes me to get better because I want to improve my play to help my team win.”
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ith Valentine’s Day here, it’s appropriate to reflect on some of the many great loves throughout the ages. Cleopatra and Mark Antony; Romeo and Juliet; Scarlett and Rhett – each following their hearts against the odds. Now, add to that list five endearing Centennial couples that, collectively, have been married for more than 280 years. Challenging the odds, as well as statistics indicating more than one in three marriages end in divorce, these Holly Creek Retirement Community residents offer some practical and humorous advice for keeping it together for so many years.
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Bill and Marily Keebler will celebrate 61 years together on June 7. The couple credits their strong faith, a lot of “stick-toit-iveness” and “knowing when to pick a fight and when to let things simmer.”
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Centennial residents Jack and Jana Vente have been married for more than 60 years. The couple immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands in 1952, eventually making the United States their home. They say one of the secrets to an enduring relationship is good cooking and to never take an argument too seriously.
Tom’s Urban 24 takes it up a notch When Tom’s Urban 24, the 24-hour diner-ish eatery at 15th and Larimer, expands into other cities, chief concept officer Tom Ryan said the plan is to keep roughly 70 percent of the Denver menu, but reserve the other 30 percent to include local fare. Immediate growth plans include two more Tom’s restaurants with one likely to be in California, said Stacie Lange, executive vice president of public relations for Consumer Capital Partners, parent company of Tom’s Urban 24 and the giant Smashburger chain. Ryan and Lange invited Pat “Gabby Gourmet” Miller and I to a lunch tasting last week to sample dishes from the “Winter Menu” that recently debuted. We nibbled on 14 new delightful dishes that, frankly, have much improved the cuisine quality over my first experience at the restaurant right before it opened roughly 90 days ago. “The old 90-day rule is really true,” Ryan said about what he asserts is the typical amount of time it takes a restaurant to work out the kinks. “It’s like rewiring your house with the electricity on.” New menu items include pot pies with filet mignon or truffled lobster and shrimp; Stranahan’s whiskey barbecued ribs; open-faced Angus meatloaf platter; Urban super pho with egg, shrimp, chicken and duck confit; fried brussels sprouts with Asian vinaigrette; Tuscan kale and romaine chicken Caesar, and fried “Chickenlooper” with sweet corn pancakes served with syrup and butter. Some of the new dishes are on the dinner menu only, available from 4 to 10 p.m. daily. Others appear on the breakfast, lunch and late-night menu from 10 p.m. to 4 p.m. Egg dishes have been added to the dinner menu because of customer demand. In addition to expanding the Tom’s brand, Ryan said Consumer Capital Partners plans to reopen Tossa, the pizza and pasta place in Boulder that the company closed in December, somewhere in the Denver region, but wouldn’t specify. He said the concept needed to be refined.
Zonta Club hits big 1-0
Ben and Betsy Casillas joke they are in an “arranged” marriage. An apartment complex maintenance man played matchmaker with the two, eventually setting them on course for a marriage that has lasted 36 years to date. They say their secret is not to rush into a relationship and to always give each other space. “Being joined at the hip” is not always a good thing.
Married for 64 “very happy years,” Fred and Beverly Rein have weathered many storms and agree that good communication is the key to a lasting relationship. The Colorado natives said that was a hard lesson they learned in 1980 when Fred accidentally directed Beverly’s snowmobile over a cliff.
If you ask Tom Lindblom how long he’s been married to his lovely bride Alice, he’s quick to quip “about 400 years.” And if you ask Alice why they have stayed together so long, she points to her “good disposition.” Married for 63 years, both agree the best bet for keeping it together so long is hands-down, “a king-sized bed.”
The Zonta Club of Douglas County recently marked its 10th anniversary with a luncheon at La Dolce Vita Restaurant in Castle Pines that was attended by club members as well as special guests, including Zonta district governor Sheila Davis and former district governor Mary Benoit. Zonta Club of Douglas County is part of Zonta International, a global organization of executives and professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide. During the past 10 years, the Zonta Club of Douglas County has donated more than $60,000 to local charities, and gave more than $10,000 in scholarships to local high school seniors. Members donated more than 900 hours of time to local nonprofits last year alone. Trivia Night, the club’s major fundraiser, takes place April 20 at Kirk Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock. Registration is open for teams and individuals who want to compete. More information: www.zontadistrict12.org/douglas or by contacting vice president Rhonda Bolich-Lampo at rhonda@thewealthypeople.com or at 720-344-2153. Parker continues on Page 17
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Pho t n Cle mo bly, Elemethe Decemyear’s pmen in to by ve especi cratic Courtne urcolo ntary -co be Auror t y Kuh Sch r massa a the ally on n- tal radon ater len ool the kin ews.c in Co cre at kil politi g abou — nnect Sandy lings om Ho — areand mu icut. edged cal iss t guns ha ue, But ok . startin ch mo as thes always just “Some g to re in gover been the point pop part a dic nor up to gu ackno ey in ercialof the Ca ns, wl wlothers ndian develop ndelas State to a ment. resia con violen north Street tinues t on Pa opose of Coand Ca ge 18 nally d Jeffer al Creek Th son sou few e comi siden theast Parkyea ng ped tial portioof the Ca rs is an devel by Ter merci ndelas, other opme n s Gr nt ove Greg Mastriona, director of Hyland Hills Parks and Recreation, stands next to a gondola at Water World. Mastriona has retired after 43 years. Photo by Andy Carpenean draw,executive al an oup. ra Causaof includformer acr r the Ve ers es. d op som en spaing res ldhuiz next The new Th uizen ething ce wil identi en said. will e de Candela al, velop fea l a Ca , a manafor Parkwa includ com home ture me y in wes s neighbo pit ge 1,5 m-we ha al. t Arvada rhood and s, 1,000 1,500 nt, on able 00 severa or mosingle ce co . Photo is taking nity, ve five comm held comm fam mplet of sha are by And un erciall millio re hig ily, ifferen offerthat us to tho ity,” y Carpen pe with hou ed, 1, a $2.7 million general obliga- missed by the Hyland Hills n squ he “It de vis t pri se staVeldhuiz ses in vad ’s kind space. ean are r-densit tached ey tion bond issue passed to build family. Board president Don ce Su ion.” a,” feet the low all ndard en sai Veldh of a cit and of ret y units the staina tural have the park. $300,0 Ciancio said he has the highs an d. comm bility ail an flairs mendcomplemuizen y within 00s off d we “The lar The park began with just two est regard for his overall perford sai . pa -powe unity, can be Highwa sharedy tur a cit plan. ous am ent eac d. “T red Veldh ne e see water slides, but grew the fol- mance and commitment to the ommu y 72 and h oth hey’ll y of Ar uizen n thr systemBetween ount ity truCandela sustails on thestreet Ar-Candela int lowing year with the addition of district. He said Mastriona did a ou g in nilig st, he s has parks of opener. There egrate space. s, we thoug nability roofs hts an said, fro ghou s the to traveling with Pam, who re- the wave pool and four slides. superior job for the district and “It tho ’ll meric of ho d tile op h, is space ’s a tre ugh m so- t Co ’s the said. fea open There haveBy, Ashley tired eight years ago. lorad is its nearl en spaReimers firs Next came Surfer’s Cove and will remain a pillar for the Hy500 an, cil “The recits recreature of mes. Th s to sol in ce dents space ’s a sig areimers@ourcoloradonews. sustai ,00 ity,” ar Each o,” he sait of its The break is well-deserved Thunder Bay in 1984, followed land community and a valued nificany 200 acr and the e the rea tio an big can firm 0 be na n trails d bu kind reatio pays comm ges bu bild. es t cau Veldh tion cen cen ed com after years of dedication to not by River Country in 1986. in the resource for the district. nal enjoy the ild unity, t for a fee ofilder wh ing comm of open omes It’s go se we uizen sai ter is ter. asp itm Its e bu ’re co only the Hyland Hills District, state $3,000 o bu “River Country really put WaGoing forward, Mastriona d. “It a $3 mi proximect of views area wh ent ild mo qu may ing to land ys mm ing of ali untai ere at atoLaundro- but the community. lot pe It an alld ou started llio be rea ity the comm itted ’s that ter World on the map because it said he will take with him the ple resiias solfied ren . If the r lot int s in Ca oth to tdo Greg exp n faLE ch LE LEED “w ns an -Mastriona to y His leadership and vision had tube rides and at that time many memories and experipoint ork, din d oth Bomat and ar pa ewable build o the ndela ron ED, or ED go silver sustai ensive uld inun1969. ity.” or recof s me tru ld. the ne certifi nabil , Veldh e an er lochader, graduated college and was have resulted in many facili- all the slides were body slides,” ences he’s made over the years, the other tec ls, geo energ build ntal Leaders ” home st beation Golde ity. d So en ed, major De for n, a the recreation job, ties including Adventure Golf he said. “We then built the first and will remember the great orhnolo therm y system s wit and s wh struc far, ab uizen sai play”looking U.S ing me sign, hip in En ity is an his If h it ere Pam . Gr wife happened to & Raceway, the Greg Mastriona family ride, Raging Colorado, ganization, staff and board he een ets gre certificat ergy an other peo and tion an out 30 d. when home the bu of the gy, they al heat s, such o-Th fee Bu en sta occu d ho get pu d ion selwife into the sits s with ilder ch . coole e recrea ilding ling of the execu- Golf Courses at Hyland Hills, which allowed for people to worked with. But for those who pie nine ho mesrun a reb mps me Envind Ch in are director of the mes tive ate Hyland Hills the Ice Centre at the Prome- interact on the ride. That was need a little reminder of the forpanie arlie Mcd. owne the tru sustai ooses no and d by a tion cenCouncil ards set ans the unde of are na r co Ka by the t to ble alrand Park District. nade — a collaboration with the pretty cool.” velop s, the taina r to use st and the will fea geothe ter wil . mer director, just take a look in ead Recreation n-n build commy with Ch is ava quali rm roo ture l ble to y bu my merci ment used, ftop 15 kil al heat be heate the ilable ties, Since then, the park has the top of his old desk. urc “She told ilt wife that she city of Westminster, the MAC erc Mo impro retrofi ha to the the fee Ranc has al part sn’t sta ial devel hwas drawin re tha vem t their tures, as well to offset owatt pump d and sure her husband would (Mature Adult Center) and of grown to 48 attractions built “I always had a candy drawer been h Co sol as sys of the rted ho mo oper, me Ve g res n jus ents, Ve home and interview,” Mastrio- course, Water World. mint over 67 acres, featuring rides that anyone could grab from, yet give “O The ldhuiz many oth st of thear pane tem idents t sus ldhuiz with mesai anm for som grocery erest fro comm sites ne thi most en sai na said.d“Ide was very fortunate to He said he’s also extremely like Voyage to the Center of the and I made sure and left it full,” taina er sus electr ls on en sai susou ng e oth sto m co unity, the co signifi d. taina a 360 and the is the t to Ca ble d. ici er po res to m bebu int the mright place at the right proud of the many programs “W nv can ble ty can -de view,” natur ndela living there- where is all started.” the district sponsors for chil- Earth, Mastriona’s favorite, and he said. we’ll e’ve be tentia build enien t sus feas tho time. That’s is ce sto al the most recent addition, the he see gree vie taina ugh. McKa continu en at l clients.there, as Mastriona tow Stand w fro said. beau res started his 43- dren in the district. bility ty n it “R Mile High Flyer. e to well y Rang Denver ley La m any eside of the IN THE KNOW feawork for ma as For said. “The best part of the job is “Voyage was built in 1994, ny year Hyland Hills career as a and ke, the home nts ha on it more vis of the e. The yea ve it course assistant superin- seeing the smiles of the kids,” and we still have hour-long for ma golf www.l inf rs an DID YOU KNOW? most natural Pikes PeFlat Iro site. Th nytendent, ivefor ormati ak on ns, do ey defin beau years,”d before becoming the he said. “Knowing that the pro- waits,” Mastriona said. “It’s a wn ward. on ab ty ing Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District executive director in 1972. grams and the facilities are bechara of the the Fro ou five-minute ride, that’s fast and com t Ca was established in 1955, and was the . cteris site is nt ndelaOver the years he had an in- ing used and enjoyed by the features robotics. It’s still right on tics first park and recreation district in Colos, part in growing the dis- kids, that’s pretty neat. You can’t of it.” e tegral on top, even though it is getting rado. The district serves nearly 110,000 trict, as well as becoming the beat that.” a little competition from the residents in a 24-square mile area visionary behind Water World. But before many of these fa- Mile High Flyer.” located in southwest Adams County But as of Jan. 1, he no longer cilities and programs could beMastriona’s work in the field Printed and including areas of Westminster and on
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Guns, marijuana, civil unions like dom Gov.esJohn Hickenlooper gives his State of the eState to a joint lopm of address durin as chair childhood focusing trail. Economic portation projects targeted toward the Denon Penis grandchild ent serves g estic He bill, und and Inter Trade to is parteastbo HB 1170 ton’s tann parents. education onon, early ren and . limit and the economy were among topics Hickenlooper’snatio speech. More coverage, Pages 10-11. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen encoof of taxpa focusing on stew 3 during ver metro’s northern region. , mittee s for definof urage , tannface delays grandnal the mino to the coaliti itely. Peniswas postponed ing Alliance on Jan. “This According rs and expa security yer resources, ardship dustradvanced man the growth Washington highlighted several projects to I-25 ing morni County Business backng of nsion of again for ton is bring in- civil unio will go along financial ufact the from Kipling during y in address the Douglas with law and community during a Jan. 4 legislative breakfast hosted by ing it travelers es the upco deare need Colorado. He uring inare de Frank McNulty rssion. enforceme 11 minut be passe n bill that will with the ming sestrust House Speaker und travele evening. Louisville-based nonprofit 36 Commuting more than nt. port worked in Colorado said jobs outgoing state “This bill d this session,” definitely to He said he is and westbo the and e in hour, es Lawrenc Solutions at the Omni Interlocken Resort. working rush to cal econ ing families that supas 18 minut other impowould take careshe said. larssave Colorado Rep.-elect Polly expected on a bill and the omy. “The Denver-metro regionRep.will the state layed as much the corridor is Holbert, milli of those be deter rtant fami Chrisbe lot over the “I’ll be state h along mining ons of dolleft,Washington ly mem to by Jane Reuter 30 percen greatest city in theFrom West,” said. “I spon Growt pay Photo than a bette that ensu soring bers.” for the session. more r way e kickoff legislation res indiv ization requ really believe that, aand I believe that it can be increase by legislativ one faced and inpat ired hospitalof teleph financial iduals that 20 years. done through the transportation investments ient treat have ng the next with a series on has been adversity ment ones grabbi have Beginning coaliti during s that we’re making in this region.” Lawmakers do to be the in July, the s to citizen aren’t going it means you really Speaker town halls ting three option continues However, he said RTD’s journey to accomaddiany addi so on Page . presen ng House headlines, plish these projects has not been an easy one. 7 leaders: tolling g lanes tive session on,” outgoi re the ones that busy l of the business new legisla g the existin ed contro to pay attenti “They’ In May 2012, the 15-member RTD board the and area tol for the new; and and keepin have regain their ma- Frank McNulty said. highest impact on By Jane Reuter tional lanes all the lanes, old and decided against placing a 0.4 percent sales Democrats , and maintain adad lican to have the to pay for jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com House , and Repub tive are going to free; tolling ty or sales taxes tax increase on the general election ballot to Colorado owners state Senate y legisla my.” business raising properlanes. fund FasTracks. This means if current finanand jority in the the Douglas Count t business econo across urged testify come Father of three Timothy Forehand wants of McNulty Capitol,” n ditional new thing that has cial projections remain as they are, the North members could impac for a is just no at the state issues of concer said that more time with his young daughters. A new on hand “The one that there and toll “show up Metro and Northwest lines will not be comwhen delegation t said, “is e-sponof them were back r supporters procedure for patients with his form of liver could go clear,” Hilber pleted until 2042. owners. Four y Business Allianc Jan. 3 bring decidBy Jane Reute table. world you donews.com what is decid on Page 19 cancer may give him several more months. Count are on the way in the session held . continues But Washington saidjreute he is convinced these No matter r@ourcolora Douglas Legislators tive kickoff g roadways. will remain free.” County That’s a precious gift to a man who a year al Center s legisla existin Medic toto two projects will be done way before the prog Dougla in- sored in g (lanes) Sky Ridge us about s urged ago was told he likely wouldn’t survive for on is leanin leader ed, existin to be cautio jected completion dates and noted the trans-stay aware and get as at Lone Tree’s addithe coaliti State or addi you need s to one more month. Hilbert said n to toll any new “The bills ss owner portation district has made significant strides could impact them and busine CapiCapi that Forehand underwent surgery to install construction sed ward a decisio in issues in the past two years. Involved that time, Washing- seats at the state to pay for be discus the device that’s expected to extend his take their tional lanes He said this will ton said RTD has eitherlawma begunkers construction Feby and Feb life Jan. 8 at Sky Ridge Medical Center. He maintenance. coalition’s Januar or contracted work out for 77 percent of its results at the among the first patients in the United States they go over cted planned FasTrack network projects, includDepart- heavilymeetings, when to undergo the process, and Sky Ridge is the survey condu cuts to the ruary ing the Gold, West Rail, U.S. Bus Rapid Transit telephone some recent first of a handful of centers permitted to from a recent ch Consultants. restructure (BRT), East Rail and Interstate 225 Rail Lines. e. d with these uction could perform it pending approval from the Food S ment of Defensneed to go forwar could be by Hill Researthat route, constr ,” he said. “Of course we’ve had our challenges, but VIEW AN’S and Drug Administration. “If we go “I think we “but I think they if not sooner requires our I always like to say that it’s not all about the MIKE COFFM tax piece, the fact that said, in early 2014, t compromise The Dallas man was diagnosed with option that pushes cuts,” he knock down — the knock down being the that doesn’ no attention to start pick a financing n: “I like the sly the vast way for a t resolutio in obviou ocular melanoma in January 2012. The fast- Doctors and nurses prepare Timothy Forehand for surgery Jan. 8 at Sky Ridge Medical Center in Lone Tree. The Dallas we permanen done On fiscal challenges — but the get up,” Washington y. There was the g taxes), that that they “If those two tax cuts remain was a win. On growing eye cancer already had spread to man was diagnosed a year ago with cancer that has since spread to his liver. Photo by Courtney Kuhlen national securitthese cuts. I think the no- a vote (raisin r. But I don’t think most of the Bush said. “We’ve had these challenges, but we’re people I thought to citizens say. cuts, and we his liver, where tumors typically are lethal. happen, so it out furthewhat I am hearing detail paid we majority of American at all balanced with getting up off the canvas, and we’re getting would neveran across-the-board fix it, but now. We’ve it wasn’t “It’s a devastating diagnosis,” said Dr. options are citizens say `yeah, thought it negative side, to spend even more money do them done pretty quickly.” ” this bill e.’ g `let’s just Charles Nutting, who performed the pro proof Defens I’m hearin ne else to pay the taxes.’ in the and the debt and tion was are, in fact, going Washington also said work on the nearly Department l. We’re cutting proabout the deficit all.” r option cedure. “Survival is only a couple months.” cut to the got to be serious the want someo it at was a popula ing to 6.5-mile segment of the Northwest Rail Line ey rationa serious about e ban: “PersonRaising taxes surveys, but accord were “It just isn’t essential and giving ial The procedure performed last week Boldr certainly wasn’t ws.com acity magazin to the future Westminster station is about 33 essent are hall notion By Ryan adone people are high-cap this d of that town t think that rcolor concentrates chemotherapy treatment to ms grams On propose be a limit. I percent complete. This rail segment, which is ms that early That only 9 percen to progra rboldrey@ou tax and 42 there ought to armed s at all is wrong. Forehand’s liver, instead of his entire body, same weight al security to progra wayside Hill’s surveyincreased property taxes. De ally, I feel that Debeing funded through RTD’s federally-funded of the U.S. be any regulation s should sales r veteran so high doses of cancer-fighting chemicals gone by the in favor of to our nation that there shouldn’tabout high-capacity magazine inher20-yea $1.03 billion Eagle P3 Project, is Aalso part of d increasing in favor of should will Crisshave ssman Mike little value.” differ- percent favore numbers, 42-41, Seal, nation can saturate the organ. The idea, Nutting probably reCongre said, the question legislatures, because there the re or have the planned Gold Line through Arvada and ora) plans forces, agoAndy al himse higher training lfchef of the counstate one new lane, said, is to “try and really beat up the tumors spite the a long time said fancies nt Carpen be decided by different parts an (R-Aur he for party for tolling Wheat Ridge that is expected toCoffm be opened by of his efforts issue sufficie HuHot ean own standards is an Dr. Charles Nutting taxes over was not Coffman ers in his as much as you can.” saleslian rt Mongo ently be varying rounds is too much but that General n as l that there Grill, ted focus much 2016, according to current RTDto projections. left, gets many memb licans don’t suppo 100 congressiona e in an electio the Colorado The drug-infused blood is then collectflames port sugges ent from new try. I feel that passag the for Washington said he has highin hopes the going on a and decided by Some of the lot of Repub to secure n affairs. Mongolian ed as it leaves the liver, filtered to remove in that a on vetera that must be debated in- support on, D.C.” e spending. 18-mile Colorado Department of TransportaTABOR. grill as other session an’s eyes to defens re-elected not in Washingt as much of the chemicals as possible, and lives of ocular melanoma patients by about cause it’s all irrelevant. I don’t think one required by in Coffm any cuts recently chefs prepar Assembly and The projtion-led U.S. 36 BRT (bus rapid transit) the table whether U.S. for Coloe dishes for returned to the body. The method not only six months. Some have lived an additional day at a time. I live my life the way anybody things on levels in Europe; arnow entative customers that that ect between downtown Denver and Boulder. repres of Veterd in cost-sh troop at the new lity of four lanes would. I do my best to enjoy my life with my a possibility latDistrict said istargets and intensifies the treatment, but three to five years. Department ns before clude: restaurant “We want bus rapid transit on rado’s U.S. 366th to be be more involve some of our Possibi t said there is on force the rather than in the Orchar retain Even six months, Kandarpa said, is re- family.” s to focus Hilber minimizes side effects. allies should ByerAshl that would hire qualified vetera intendso 19 we should one of the best BRT systems in thehe country, d Town Center ey bases; are there func-y C-470 could expand sooner to es on Page g from transiKandarpa sees its treatment in ocular “Normally, in chemotherapy, you have markable. “In the oncology world, people ing; wheth areimers@asReim in Westminster, e. ans Affairs Coffman ers militar we are committed to that,” Washington said. workC-470 continu sues rangin the outsid of the people that permanent overse ourc active-duty the citizen to giveThursd so ay, much poison the patient can’t get excited if you get 15 days, a month (of melanoma as “a platform” from which red by olora at a hiring from To achieve this goal, Washington said Dec. a third in the tion into handle country done reserve 27. the the about being served Photo by Kandarpa, chief life extension),” he said. ws.c searchers can work toward treating other how d by handle it,” said Dr. Krishna “Only sysactually nsom think tions could RTD is striving to offer BRT riders newto serWhe force be handle VA) have care of vet- aumatic stress dinin there weapo aren’t Forehand, speaking from his Dallas tumors. “and I just that in West nand medical officer with the company that creare g at work (in the better take an said, vices, such as free WiFi service and can a cashlessHuH not rer cost;minster, develo from post-tr ped ot that y,” Coffm A significant delay in a tumor’s progress, ated the filtration device, Delcath Systems. home three days post-surgery, said he was there that’s experi- cheape suffering it’s it’s more Mongolian Grill fare collection option through itserans recentlyan are g at militar a culture my expebeing that than ific in rien “Now, you can isolate it to the liver instead exhausted but looking forward to recov- Nutting said, is a step toward the cure he that there’s rans. … In rn is in lookin on recycled rder. m tems
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Douglas County School Board Vice President Dan Gerken resigned the week of Jan. 7, and already has stepped down from his seat. He cited growing family and work obligations. Board President John Carson said the group will begin the process of finding his replacement during the Jan. 15 board meeting. Gerken was elected to the board in 2009, and his term was set to expire in November. He did not return calls for comment, Gerken but Carson said there is no mystery surrounding his resignation from the education reform-focused board. “We depend on people being willing to take a lot of time out of their lives and work and families to do this,” he said, noting board members invest at least 20 hours a month to the unpaid post. “Dan has served selflessly in that capacity for over three years now. I greatly appreciate what he’s done for our school district.” Carson said Gerken first approached him about resigning shortly after the new year. “I tried to talk him out of (resigning), but he made his decision,” he said. Though the board has often been criticized for its fast-paced reform efforts, Carson said he doesn’t believe that was a factor in Gerken’s resignation. “If you run for office, you have to be prepared for that,” he said. “Speaking for myself, the reason I got involved in public education was to make some changes in public education that I think have been needed for a long time. I know Dan felt that way as well.” In seven years on the board, Carson said this is the fourth vacancy filled by appointment. “It’s not an infrequent occurrence,” he said. The board has 60 days to fill the empty seat. Any candidate must live in Gerken’s district — District D — which extends from Castle Pines to the southeast corner of the county. Potential school board candidates must be at least 18 years of age, a 12-month resident and registered voter of the district, and have no direct or indirect interest in district contracts. All current school board members are registered Republicans, but the office is officially nonpartisan. “We’re just looking for people that are interested in improving public education, continuing to make our school district the best, and keep making it stronger,” Carson said. Gerken, a father of two, lives in Castle Pines with his wife, Gina. He is chairman and co-founder of Gerken Taxman Interests, a commercial real estate investment and development company.
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SEASONAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES Now open: Parks Golf Courses
Opening soon: Outdoor Pools Recreation Programs Public Works
Check for position updates on our website:
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Positions filled as applications are received. Positions close April 1, 2013. EOE
Caregivers to provide in-home care to senior citizens who need assistance with activities of daily living. Call Today 303-736-6688 www.visitingangelss.com /employment
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Locate and screen host families; provide support and activities for exchange students. Up to $850/ student with bonus and travel opportunities. Local training and support. Make friends worldwide! www.aspectfoundation.org
Full-time, benefited Community Development Program Planner $25.48-$33.11/hour, closes: 2/19/13 Engineer/Sr. Engineer – Water Resources $59,383-$92,214/year, closes: 2/25/13 Software Engineer I/II $59,383-$85,780/year, closes: 2/19/13 Seasonal, non-benefited Numerous Positions in Parks and Golf $7.78-$14.00/hour, closes 4/1/13 Submit City of Westminster online applications thru 8:30 a.m. on close date http://www.cityofwestminster.us/jobs
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Gardener - Plant flowers and maintain gardens for Westminster retirement community. Mon-Fri (March thru Oct) 4 to 6 hours daily and as needed (weather permitting), flexible hours. Gardening experience and communication skills a must. 303-429-8857
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Savio House needs foster parents to provide temporary care for troubled teens ages 12-18. Training, 24 hour support and $1900/month provided. Must complete precertification training and pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check. Call Michelle 303-225-4073 or visit saviohouse.org.
Have home and kids; need parents!
Do you have time and love to give to kids but you just aren’t sure how to share it? Call to learn how you can earn a living caring for children in a home provided by Savio. Call Tracy at 303-225-4152. HELP WANTED FILE CLERK Part time file clerk – Littleton area; HS diploma, GED; 3 yrs office experience; Background check required $15.00 per hr. Fax resume to 303-795-3525
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Searching for an independent contractor to procure contract work, group crew work and job development for individuals with developmental disabilities. For more information, contact Skip Jutze at (720)963-1545 or (720)963-1512.
Utility Operator I, II, III or IV The City of Black Hawk is currently accepting applications for the position of Utility Operator I, II, III or IV. Great opportunity for the senior level operator or on-the-job training for the Level I trainee. Position is responsible for operating and maintaining conventional and diatomaceous earth water treatment facilities and distribution system. Full-time position, 40 hours per week, with on-call hours, some holidays and week-ends; water plants operate 7 days per week. Minimum qualifications include: must be 18 years of age or older; HS diploma or GED; a minimum of 6 months experience in water Utility Operations preferred; good communication, writing and math skills; previous computer experience; and valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Hiring range is $18.46 – $27.41 per hour DOQ/E and includes an outstanding benefits package. The City of Black Hawk conducts pre-employment testing, physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as conditions of employment. Send cover letter, completed city application, resume and copies of certificates and Colorado driver’s license to: City of Black Hawk, Employee Services, PO Box 68, Black Hawk, CO 80422 or fax to (303)582-0848. For more info, or to obtain a city application, visit the City’s website at www.cityofblackhawk.org. Please note: we are no longer accepting emailed application documents. Closing date: Monday, February 18, 2013 at 4:00 PM/MST. EOE
STAFF COORDINATOR Duties focus on scheduling and coordinating care for seniors (maintain monthly client schedules, computer input, customer service, follow up on assignments, etc.). Full and parttime opportunities available.
Police Officer
Regular Full-Time $25.31 - $35.10 Hourly Plus Excellent Benefits Deadline: 2/15/13 @ 5 PM Performs a variety of public safety functions to serve and protect the community and to provide for the enforcement of federal, state and municipal law. Visit our website for more details: www.cityofthornton.net EOE
YOUTH BASEBALL/ SOFTBALL SUPERVISOR
Highlands Ranch Metro District is currently accepting applications for a temporary Youth Baseball/ Softball Supervisor. Must have knowledge of game rules. Please visit our website at www.highlandsranch.org for information, application and background check authorization.
Help Wanted Western Summit Constructors, Inc.
is seeking Formwork Carpenters (including Foremen, Leadmen & Helpers), Concrete Finishers, Concrete Placing Foremen, Pipefitters, Yard Pipe (Operators, Layers & Laborers) for Metro Denver area projects (58th & York and Chambers & Hess). Applications will be taken at 9780 Pyramid Ct, Suite 100, Englewood, CO 80112, from 8-5 M-F. Send resumes to Careers@westernsummit.com or call (303)325-0325. WSCI is an EEO Employer.
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is offering the opportunity to learn about becoming a Foster Parent. We invite you to attend one of the informational meetings to be held on WEDNESDAY 2/13/13 from 6:00pm- 8:00pm or SATURDAY 2/23/13 from 10:00am-12:00pm. You can gather information about all foster parenting options and receive help in filling out the application.Please RSVP to Tracy at 303225-4152 or Michelle at 303-2254073 to reserve your spot and obtain location information. Take the Challenge, Change a life!!
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Misc. Notices Colorado Springs-area Aero Club offering shares in well-maintained, well-equipped Piper PA24-250 Comanche and PA28-235 Cherokee. Based at Meadow Lake Airport (KFLY), Falcon, CO. See WWW.NOSPINAIRCRAFT.COM for details, or call David Miller at No -Spin Aircraft Sales: 719-650-8667. Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201
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See New Mexico through O’Keeffe’s eyes Traveling exhibit comes to Denver By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@ourcoloradonews.com “When I saw this landscape, it was mine,” Georgia O’Keeffe wrote about New Mexico’s distinctive landscape. Her first encounter was in 1917, en route back to Texas from a Colorado vacation, according to Barbara Buhler Lynes, co-curator of the new Denver Art Museum exhibit “Georgia O’Keeffe in New Mexico: Architecture, Katsinam and the Land.” The former curator of the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe, which organized the traveling exhibit, writes in the show catalog that the artist wanted to return to this land that fascinated her and finally did so in 1929. Then, she connected with Mabel Dodge Luhan and her husband Tony, a member of Taos Pueblo, who introduced her to Native American dances, where she may have seen katsinam. “Kachina” is an Anglicized version of the word for those sacred figures, explained Thomas Smith, director of the Petrie Institute of Western American Art at the DAM. The painter returned to New Mexico every summer from her home in New York, where she lived with her husband, famed photographer Alfred Stieglitz. She painted and drew images of the land and its
“Ranchos Church No. 1” by Georgia O’Keeffe, 1929, oil on canvas, is in the “Georgia O’ Keeffe in New Mexico” exhibit at the Denver Art Museum. Courtesy photo architecture and its cultures, colored by her intense emotional response. In 1934, she discovered Ghost Ranch “and found the spiritual home she had been seeking,” Lynes said. She purchased a home in 1940 and made it her permanent home three years after Stieglitz died in 1946. Smith said she constantly alternated between realistic and abstract images throughout her painting career. A series of three images of “the black place” illustrate the variety. The exhibit includes 53 O’Keeffe works. Among them are 15 rarely-exhibited images of different Hopi Katsina tihu — kachina dolls, as well as paintings of Hispanic and Native
IF YOU GO “Georgia O’Keeffe: Architecture, Katsinam and the Land” will be exhibited at the Denver Art Museum through April 28. It is included in general admission. There will be docent-led tours daily at 1 p.m. Visitors who want to explore the creative process can enjoy the Paint Studio, across from the gallery entrance. On weekends, local artists will demonstrate their skills. A series of Saturday studio classes are scheduled Feb. 23-March 16. denverartmuseum.org, 720865-5000. American architecture and dramatic New Mexico landscapes. Because she kept these Katsina images at her home and rarely exhibited them, they offer new information about this popular American artist and her deep respect for the diverse cultures she found. In the farthest gallery, the visitor finds a group of beautifully painted katsinam from the DAM’s extensive Native American arts
collection, arranged by John Lukavic, Associate Curator of Native Arts at the DAM. Also, there are related paintings and sculpture by contemporary Native American artists, including Ramona Sakiestewa and Dan Namingha and his son, who are Hopi and Chippewa/Dakota Sioux. He adds a touch of humor with his “O’Keeffe, After Whistler,” a spin on the famous “Whistler’s Mother,”
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Give Live
The Grammy-nominated band DeVotchKa will headline Give Live, a benefit concert for the Bonfils Blood Center, beginning at 8 p.m. Feb. 14 at the Paramount Theatre. DeVotchKa, widely known for composing the score to the film “Little Miss Sunshine”, released its seventh album “Live With the Colorado Symphony” in November. “Throughout the Colorado community, Bonfils is most known for collecting blood donations from our generous blood donors,” said Jessica Maitland, vice president of marketing and community operations. “This new benefit concert will give us the platform to share another important way our community can help us save and enhance lives — through financial contributions.” Reserved and VIP tickets available at www.bonfils.org/benefitconcert. cfm.
Dinner, a show and Short
Comedian and actor Martin Short is the featured entertainer during the third annual Early Bird fundraiser, a benefit for the InnovAge Foundation, a nonprofit that channels community support and funding to enhance the independence and quality of life for seniors. The early-evening event, from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 23 in the Seawell Grand Ballroom in the Denver Center of the Performing Arts, includes cocktails, dinner, auctions, music and Short’s
comedy. This is a chance to dress up, dine well, laugh loud and still make it to bed at a reasonable hour. Tickets are $500 for dinner, Short’s performance, a post-event reception and meet-and-greet with the comedian. Tickets for dinner and the show only are $250. And there’s a $100 ticket for the show only with general seating in the back of the ballroom. RSVP by Feb. 15 at www.myinnovage.org.
Generous DeGeneres
Talk-show host Ellen DeGeneres was so flattered by Denver’s Curtis Hotel — a Doubletree by Hilton’s “Couples We Love Celebrity-themed Valentine’s Day Getaway” promotion — that she called the hotel during her show on Thursday to reserve The Ellen & Portia package. The DeGeneres-themed package includes a CD of “Now, That’s What I Call Dance” for your own private dance party, a bath of Blondies, a bottle of California red wine and two blonde wigs — all to honor the talk show host and her wife Portia de Rossi. Connie, the unsuspecting Curtis Hotel desk clerk, answered the call while DeGeneres disguised her voice to try to reserve the room for Feb. 14-16. After a few funny moments, DeGeneres finally came clean and identified herself. But she sweetened the deal by promising to send several goodies from the Ellen DeGeneres show shop, plus said she’d fly Con-
nie to be an audience member of her show. You can see the segment at http:// bit.ly/XNRM9i . Other “Couples We Love” packages are available at www.thecurtis.com.
He’s the boss
Former Denver Post theater critic and my former colleague John Moore will be taking up a new act as director of “Always Patsy Cline,” the delightful musical tribute to the famed countrywestern star, for Ronni Gallup and Starkey Productions at the PACE Center in Parker in April. “I’m sure the critics will be kind… won’t they?” Moore posted on Facebook. You know what they say about payback, pal. Break a leg! More information at http:// www.parkeronline.org/CivicAlerts. aspx?AID=996.
Parking problems
The LoDo District is finally addressing the 800-pound gorilla that lurks in the neighborhood: parking. The district wants to know how you get to LoDo and where you prefer to park. There’s an online survey you can fill out so that the LoDo District folks can “meet your needs by advocating for the best parking in town.”
Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. She can be reached at penny@ blacktie-llc.com or at 303-619-5209.
“Chama River, Ghost Ranch” by Georgia O’Keeffe, 1937 oil on canvas is in the exhibit, “Georgia O’Keeffe in New Mexico” at the Denver Art Museum. Courtesy photo with O’Keeffe’s likeness installed in that iconic rocking chair. A short video, “Georgia O’Keeffe: a Difference in Art” is shown in this last gallery, with many segments in
her voice. It offers a layer of biographical information that overlays the colorful paintings nicely. After sitting to absorb it, another stroll through the exhibit is recommended.
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Arvada awash in Colorado art Entries flood center for exhibit through March By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@ourcoloradonews. com When the Arvada Center’s curator, Collin Parson, put out a call to all interested Colorado artists for the first Art of the State show, he received 1,635 entries from 588 entrants — in all media. Even though he has 10,000 square feet of gallery space, in three parts, to work with (upstairs
IF YOU GO The Arvada Center is at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. “Art of the State” runs through March 31. The first-floor gallery closes at 7:30 p.m. on performance evenings, and all three galleries are open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays; noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is free. 720-898-7200.
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Art of the State related programs Related programs are offered in the form of panel discussions, moderated by Erik Isaac and Michael Keen from the Untitled Arts Show program. • On Feb. 21, there will be a cash bar at 6:30 p.m.; discussion from 7-8:30 p.m.; and a chance to mingle with attending artists until 9 p.m. • On March 9, an afternoon session starts with cash bar at 1:30 p.m.; panel discussion from 2-3:30 p.m.; and a chance to mingle with the artists until 4 p.m. For a list of artists participating in the discussion, visit arvadacenter.org/galleries.
and on the first level), jurying them presented a challenge. Parson and Dean Sobel, director of the Clyfford Still Museum, finally managed to select 191 works by 160 emerging and established artists — still a very large number of works to try to view at one time. The exhibit runs until March 31. Included are a number of strong, interesting works — many by lesser-known artists. The general flavor is quite contemporary, although there are some traditional works. The art shows especially well in the handsome, well-lit, nicely arranged
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Main Gallery. Fine crafts are strong: There are a number of unusual fiber art creations and ceramics. Sara Ransford’s delicate soda-fired porcelain piece, “Bring on the Rain,” with its subtle colors and tissuethin layers, is particularly appealing and well-crafted, inviting a close look. Of much coarser texture, but also appealing, is Walter Barton’s sculpture, “Ursa Artos,” a lifesized bear, fashioned of wood and bark. One can almost hear it snarl. The Best of Show award was given to Scarlett Kanistanaux
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150 stories that shaped Colorado Former Rocky editor shares history through eyes of newspaper By Ryan Boldrey
rboldrey@ourcoloradonews.com Newspapers have long been known as the recorders of history. And as the Rocky Mountain News approached its 150th anniversary, former editor Michael Madigan was busy at work piecing together a project that highlighted 150 of the most memorable and historic front pages throughout the history of the paper -dating back to its first edition, which was created in a second-floor office above a saloon alongside Cherry Creek. His idea was to run one front page per day for the 150 days leading up to the Rocky’s anniversary date. Yet, only 103 ever ran - each tucked inside the back page with an accompanying story about why it was chosen - before the Rocky itself became history, closing Feb. 23, 2009, two months to the day shy of its big birthday. Months after the paper closed, however, Madigan released the rest through the publishing of “Heroes, Villains, Dames & Disasters:
150 Years of Front-Page Stories from the Rocky Mountain News.” As the introduction of the book states, the project “as it was conceived was to be an anniversary reprise. Now it is an obituary.” From the assassinations of Lincoln, Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr., to the completion of the Denver Pacific Railroad, the Broncos first Super Bowl and the Hayman Fire, the book captures the nation’s and state’s most monumental events. There’s the death of Billy the Kid, Colorado becoming the second state to grant women the right to vote, the opening of Red Rocks and the start of World War II. There’s surprises, historical anecdotes and things one may not have known or otherwise forgot. It is history the way Colorado’s pioneer newspaper reported it. Madigan will spend an evening, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 18, talking about the book with the Highlands Ranch Historical Society at Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road in Highlands Ranch. The public is welcome and non-members are asked to give a suggested donation of $1. The former editor will discuss why some of the stories were chosen, talk about the stylistic differences in how varying events were reported and share some of the surprises, such
as why Lincoln’s assassination was on Page 2 as opposed to Page 1, yet still made the book. He will likely also talk some about the closing of the paper. “We always felt that there was a real local attachment to the newspaper, but that’s really been driven home in the years since the paper closed,” he said. “Everybody knew that the newspaper industry was in hard times at that point, but I don’t think anybody had any inkling that Scripps had any thought in mind of closing the Rocky.” Madigan, who also published “Historic Photos of Denver in the 50s, 60s, and 70s,” which tells the tale of urban renewal in the city, has his first novel due out in August. He will be signing copies of “150 Years” after the event and they will be for sale for $30. To RSVP for the event, please visit www.highlandsranchhistoricalsociety.org.
Former Rocky Mountain News editor Michael Madigan relaxes in his Arvada basement. Madigan, who published ‘Heroes, Villains, Dames & Disasters: 150 Years of Front-Page Stories from the Rocky Mountain News’ in 2009, will talk about the stories behind the front pages Feb. 18 at the auditorium at Southridge in Highlands Ranch. Courtesy photo
Students have designs on exhibit Students in Arapahoe Community College’s popular Interior Design and Architecture departments share their impressive portfolio work each year in an exhibit in the Colorado Gallery of the Arts at ACC. Visitors can see the sorts of projects they must complete in domestic and commercial areas, and on boards or, in the case of architecture students, sometimes in three dimensions. One may find a design for the interior of an elaborate mountain home or for a trendy restaurant. The show runs from Feb. 18 to March 13, with an opening reception on Friday, Feb. 22. Admission is free. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays (open until 7 p.m. on Tuesdays). The Colorado Gallery of the Arts is in the Annex building, first floor. 303-797-5649.
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percussion and viola at 2 p.m. Feb. 16 in Hampden Hall, Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Catherine Beeson will play viola; Nan Shannon, piano; and John Kinzie, percussion instruments. Charlie Samson will narrate. The program includes Colson: “Quiet Pieces for Viola and Vibraphone”; Paulus: “Seven for the Flowers Near the River;” Bunch: “Suite for Viola and Piano”; Woehr: “Djembach for Viola and Djembe.” Tickets: $15/$12/$5, at the door a halfhour prior to starting time or online: engle-
Carson Nature Center is the place for families to meet a black-footed ferret from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo from 7-8:30 p.m. Feb. 22. Ferrets have made a recovery in Colorado from threatened extinction. The center features Friday-evening fireside classes, 3000 W. Carson Drive, Littleton. Fee: $9 adult; $7 youth, outside of South Suburban District; $6/$5 in district. (Household rate for two adults and three youth with the same name.) Register: sspr.org/nature, 303347-5999. For information, call Beth, 303730-1022, ext. 12.
Home and Garden tour reaches out
In 2012, Stacey Johnson of Littleton staged a successful first Home and Garden Tour to benefit the Colorado Center for the Blind, located in Littleton. In 2013, the date will be June 15 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.,
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Audubon seeks help with bird count
Each year the National Audubon Society participates with Cornell University’s Ornithology Laboratory in the national Great Backyard Bird Count. Dates this year: Feb. 15-18. Individuals and families set aside a period to record what they see and report numbers. This helps maintain figures on birds’ welfare and populations across the country. The local Audubon Nature Center at 9308 S. Wadsworth invites families to bring binoculars and participate at the center from 9 a.m.-noon on Feb. 16. Volunteers will teach what to look for in learning to identify and count and will talk about how to attract birds to your yard. Pre-registration is not required. Information: 303-973-9530.
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Combined points scored by the Herit a g e girls team in the second and third quarters in a 58-17 loss to Regis Jesuit.
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Ashley Peterson of Mountain Vista competes in diving during the Class 5A State Diving Championships at EPIC in Fort Collins Saturday. Photos by Andy Carpenean
Trio powers Warriors to fourth-place finish Arapahoe ties Cherry Creek in team race By Craig Harper
sports@ourcoloradonews.com Everybody likes M&M’s, right? How about Mmm Mmm Good, as in Campbell’s soups? Or, 3M? All are appropriate monikers for Arapahoe’s 2013 girls swimming team. Led by freestylers Ella Moynihan, Emily Mayo and Gabrielle Morley, the Warriors tied Centennial League rival and perennial power Cherry Creek for fourth place in last weekend’s Class 5A swimming and diving championships at Edora Pool and Ice Center in Fort Collins. Moynihan, a sophomore, and Mayo, a senior, were the pacesetters. Moynihan was second in both the 100- and 200-yard freestyles, while Mayo took fourth in both the 200 and 500. Morley didn’t reach the finals in either of her two events, but placed ninth in the 500 and 16th in the 200. Success wasn’t unexpected for Moynihan and Mayo. Moynihan was third in both of her events in 2012 and was seeded first in the 200 and second in the 100 entering the meet. Moya was second in the 200 to Missy Franklin and third in the in the 500. Still, “I’m super happy,’’ Moynihan said after she moved up a spot in each event. “Both races felt amazing. I couldn’t pick one that was better, and they both were personal bests.’’ Erin Metzger-Seymour edged Moynihan in the 200, the Ralston Valley junior finishing in 1:49.92 to Moynihan’s 1:50.30. Mayo took fourth in 1:51.76 behind Centennial League rival Madison Dirks of Grandview (1:51.56). “I tried to go out as fast as I could and hold on,’’ Moynihan said. “Chasing down Erin helps.’’ Moynihan lost to Fossil Ridge’s Rhianna Williams, a senior who defended her titles in the 50 and 100. Williams posted a 49.90 to Moynihan’s 51.32. ThunderRidge sophomore Annie Ochitwa, who was second in the 50 and 100 last year, settled for third in the 100 (51.72). Ochitwa again took second in the 50 in 23.47 to Williams’ 23.47. “There’s no one better to lose to than Rhianna,’’ Williams said. “She’s one powerhouse and deserves it.’’ Moynihan lowered her school records in both events (she set Centennial League marks the previous week) “and went faster this weekend,’’ said Arapahoe coach Mike Richmond. Her times are All-America. Swimming against Franklin in the 500, Mayo posted a 5:01.67, a bit off her prelims time of 4:57.32, which made her the first
Missed field goals a t tempts by the P o n derosa and Legend girls in a game last Thursday. The teams combined to go 32 of 115 from the field.
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Andi Johnston of Rock Canyon competes in the girls 200-yard freestyle. Arapahoe girl to break 5 minutes. The Villanova-bound Mayo also swam the second leg on the Warriors’ third-place 400 freestyle relay team, which beat Cherry Creek with a school record of 3:31.34 and pushed Arapahoe into the tie with the Bruins. Morley placed at state for the first time with times of 1:58.46 in the 200 and 5:10.57 in the 500, which would have put her seventh in the finals heat. Arapahoe also got a sixth place from senior Miranda Reetz, the Centennial League champion, in the breaststroke (1:06.77) as well as 15th in the 200 individual medley (2:11.72). Junior Jordan Rowe was 12th in the 500 (5:13.49) and Erin Chilton was 14th in diving (354.0 points). Richmond said Arapahoe’s goal is “certainly a top five’’ at state, but he wasn’t sure after the Warriors finished eighth in the Colorado Coaches Invitational in mid-December. “There are a lot of good teams, so how can you say you’re not pleased with (a tie for fourth),’’ Richmond said. Regis won the team title with 287 points, followed by defending champion Fossil Ridge (243) and Fairview (181) Ochitwa, the only ThunderRidge swimmer to place, said she wasn’t disappointed with her meet, “but I was hoping to do better,’’ especially in the 100, though she knew Williams would be tough to beat in both races. Ochitwa bettered both her 2012 and 2013 qualifying times in the 50. She matched her qualifying time in the 100. Moynihan and Ochitwa weren’t the only area underclassmen who excelled at state. Rock Canyon’s freshman duo of Abigail Kochever and Madeline Lacy both reached finals, Kochevar taking third in the 50 (24.14) and sixth in the 100 (52.08), and Lacy fifth in the 100 butterfly (57.03). Jag-
uars senior Nicole Cassou was 16th in the IM in 2:11.91. “I’m so proud of Abby and Maddy,’’ said Rock Canyon coach Nicole Vanderpoel. “”Their first state meet is a big experience for them, and they handled themselves beautifully and swam their best times.’’ Mountain Vista’s Ashley Peterson was third in diving with 449.40 points. She led a Continental League foursome that finished 3-4-5-6, followed by Austin Mckensi of Regis (447.45), Kaitlin Costello of Castle View (444.75) and Cat Badillo of Legend (441.85). Loveland’s Michal Bower won her fourth straight title with 486.15 points. Badillo won the Continential League meet a week earlier, but has been battling back from injuries that have limited her training. Chaparral seniors Makenna Wilson and Megan Grier made finals, Wilson taking fourth in the backstroke (57.47) and Grier seventh in the 50 (24.57). They both swam in the 100 consolation finals, Grier getting 10th in 53.30 and Wilson 11th in 53.49. Freshman Hannah Paris placed ninth in the 50 (24.68) and tied for 12th in the 100 (53.93) for the Wolverines, while senior Annie Graves was 13th in the backstroke (59.45). Heritage’s Mary Hinton was fifth in the 500 in 5:05.65 and ninth in the 200 in 1:55.34. Castle View had two swimmers place, led by senior Morgan Stepp, who was seventh in the IM (2:10.97) and 15th in the butterfly (58.85). Senior Kristin Alfano was 16th in the breaststroke (1:10.84). Legend senior Allison Arnold was sixth in the 500 (5:09.65) and sophomore Lauren Moden was 12th in the 50 (25.04). Highlands Ranch had two placers: junior Gabrielly Liedy, 14th in the 50 in 25.13, and sophomore Jenny Penneck, 16th in the butterfly in 59.36.
Regionals, various sites, Friday and Saturday Wrestlers take to the mat this weekend trying to earn a spot in next week’s state tournament. Region 1 in Class 5A, to be held at Smoky Hill High School on Saturday, is loaded and features topranked Pomona, along with perennial powers Ponderosa, Legacy and Cherry Creek. THEY SAID IT
“I think when Douglas County was building their schools they might have put a little more money into the gyms because there are a lot of people who want to watch.” Mountain Vista boys basketball coach Bob Wood
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Kent Denver senior Abruzzo wins two state titles Sophomore Curtis paces Valor Christian to 11th place finish By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com THORNTON - Dreams can come true, just ask Lauren Abruzzo. The Kent Denver senior capped off her already impressive prep career with perhaps the second best effort in all of Colorado High School swimming this year next to Missy Franklin Saturday at the 4A State Championships at the Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center. Abruzzo was one of just two multiple event winners taking the 100 IM in 2:04.25, and then winning the 500 Freestyle in 4:55.11. “It feels amazing, I couldn’t have dreamed up a better finish,” Abruzzo said. “I wasn’t expecting that time in the 100 and I am so excited about how things went.” Abruzzo helped guide her Kent Denver team to a seventh place finish in the state tournament with 121 team points. Breathing down Kent Denver’s neck was Valor Christian, who wrapped up their season with an 11th place finish. Behind sophomore Lauren Curtis who swam in two events, Valor finished with 56 team points. Curtis’ 200 Medley Relay team finished
in fourth place with a time of 1:53.21. And she later finished in 13th place in the 100 Breaststroke. “We put in place a bunch of goals at the beginning of the season and there wasn’t a goal we didn’t meet,” Valor coach Rob Nasser said. “We are very satisfied with our season.” Thompson Valley won the tournament and their fourth straight 4A state title with a score of an even 300. But it didn’t come without a little controversy. Evergreen, a league rival of D’Evelyn, was forced to forfeit 34 points in the 200 Medley Relay because of a disqualification. Those 34 points would have won a state championship for an Evergreen team that had to settle for third place with 266 points. Still, Evergreen senior Lexie Malazdrewicz dominated the tournament and capped off her prep career with nine individual state titles. Malazdrewicz won the 50 Freestyle in 23.63, as well as the 100 Freestyle at 50.15 (both 4A state record times). Other winners included Cheyenne Mountain in the 200 Medley Relay finishing at 1:45.89. Cheyenne Mountain sophomore Eryn Eddy won the 200 Freestyle at 1:48.34. St. Mary’s Academy junior Alexa Beckwith was the state’s best diver for the third straight year finishing with a final score of 491.30. Thompson Valley won the 200 Freestyle Relay with a time of 1:36.54. Pueblo South senior Mary Saiz won the 100 Backstroke in
Valor Christian’s Lauren Curtis competes in the 100 yard breaststroke on Saturday at the Class 4A state swimming meet, which was held at the Veteran Memorial Athletic Center in Thornton. Curtis finished 13th in the event. Photo by Jonathan Maness
56.49. Montrose senior Logan Morris won the
100 Breaststroke in 1:03.60. And Evergreen won the 400 Freestyle Relay in 3:29.02.
Signing Day: Locals athletes Golden Eagles hockey inches closer to hosting Win over Heritage gives make their choices official Mountain Vista tiebreaker Highlands Ranch: Kristin Conor, volleyball, Cincinnati; Parker Cushing, wrestling, Norwich University; Kristi Oslund, cross county, Nebraska; Ryan Margheim, basketball, Augsburg College; Reed Kowalski, lacrosse, Carthage College; Brittanie Tannenbaum, volleyball, Juniata College. Mountain Vista: Ashley Peterson, diving, Wisconsin; Gabrielle Miranda, soccer, UCLA; Madison Smith, soccer, Minnesota State, Mankato; Torell Stewart, soccer, Idaho; Mariel Adams, soccer, Notre Dame; Jennifer Shelton, soccer, UCCS; Taylor Hendren, soccer, Regis; Emily Hazard, field hockey, University of Massachusetts at Amhurst; Rachel Sweeney, golf, Lewis University; Karlee Schwartzkopf, cross county/track, Colorado State; Danielle Cushing, soccer, Marshall University; Nicole DeSimone, softball, University of St. Mary; Danielle Shearon, softball, Dodge City Junior College; Sydney Cohen, softball, Emory University; Haley Kroll, lacrosse, Colorado Mesa; Marisa Mills, lacrosse, Fort Lewis; Brianna LeCompte, lacrosse, Long Island University, Post; Michael Klein, baseball, Nebraska; Brandon Ewing, baseball, Linfield College; Travis Peet, baseball, Rogers State University; Ryan Rubley, football, Tulsa; Matthew Yamane, football, Colorado Mines; Jesse Applehans, softball, Cornell College; Brendan Kearney, football, Black Hills State; Christopher Hill, football; Lindsey Smith, cross country/track, Baylor; Brendan Seeger, baseball, Danville Area Community College; Leslie Richardson, softball, St. Olaf College; Mark Hatcher, football, University of Wisconsin, Stout. Rock Canyon: Josh Gardella, golf, Masters College; Wilkins Dismuke, lacrosse, John Hopkins; David Boldt, soccer, Oregon State; John Rehl, soccer, California Santa Barbara;
Lucas West, cross country, Colorado Christian; Makayla McBride, soccer, Northern Colorado; Serina Owens, soccer, Missouri Valley; Erin Webb, soccer, Missouri; Morgan Storch, soccer, Minnesota State Mankato; Nicole Cassou, swimming, University of Denver; Allison McCloskey, softball, Northern Colorado; Shannon Lieber, softball, North Platte Community College; Brooke Wakefield, softball, North Platte Community College; Cameron Gill, track, Western State; Aimanehi Eichie, volleyball, California-Davis; Alek Peters, lacrosse, Ithaca College; Justin Galbraith, lacrosse, Aurora University; Michael Shepard, football, North Central College; Eric Williams, football, Colorado State; Ty Wiest, baseball, Columbia University. Valor Christian: Chris Aviles, football, Indiana State; Daniel Butler, baseball, San Francisco; Courtney Camden, soccer, Azusa Pacific; Laura Cohan, golf, Colorado Christian; Rachael Collins, soccer, Pepperdine; Matt Fontneau, baseball, Augsburg College; Stanley Gilbert, football, Washburn; Cameron Gray, football, Colorado Mesa; Daryl Hawkins, football, Fort Hays State; Hannah Hommel, soccer, Trinity; Kyleigh Io, soccer, Jackson State; Leulual Io, football, Hastings College; Sione MauMau, football, Baker University; Zach Mayo, football, North Central College; Kailey Norman, soccer, Montana; Brooke Pettet, equestrian, Oklahoma State; Greg Popylisen, baseball, El Paso Community College; MaryBeth Sant, track, Oregon; Jonathan Sands, soccer, Grace College; Kelly Schunk, soccer, Washburn; Brooke Sewell, soccer, Palm Beach Atlantic; Alex Ulmer, football, North Central College; Levi Waddell, football, Colorado Mesa; Mary Walters, soccer, Louisiana-Lafayette.
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jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com CENTENNIAL - Mountain Vista’s hockey team, according to head coach Lev Cohen, is heading in the right direction. And that direction could be to South Suburban Ice Arena to host one of four CHSAA hockey regionals after the Golden Eagles edged Heritage 5-4 in a Peak Conference game Saturday night at South Suburban. Mountain Vista’s win pulled the Golden Eagles into a tie with Heritage at 11-2-0 in the Peak Conference with each team having one regular season game remaining. Fountain Valley leads the Peak Conference with a 11-1-0 record and the top two teams in the Peak and Foothills Conference will host four-team regional playoff tournaments Feb. 22-23. Since Mountain Vista beat Heritage, it will give the Golden Eagles the nod over the Heritage Eagles for second place if both teams win their final game. Mountain Vista plays Cheyenne Mountain (4-7-0) Thursday and Heritage battles Valor Christian (8-3-1) Saturday. Both games are at South Suburban. Fountain Valley plays Pueblo County and Bishop Machebeuf, two teams with combined 8-15-0 records in conference action. “This get us second place if we win Thursday,” Cohen said. “We played well. We have a few things to fix but we’re going in the right direction.” Bryan Hancock had two goals and an assist for the Golden Eagles and Brantt
Heble had a goal and assist. Heble, a senior who attends Chaparral High School, scored the game-winning goal that gave Mountain Vista a 5-3 lead at the 13:09 mark of the third period. “I got a good pass and it was pretty easy to put it away,” Heble said. “It was on the back door. The puck just popped right out in front in front and it was just a tap in.” Heble extended his points streak to six games and he has seven goals and six assists in the past five games. Heritage’s captain Scott Appleby collected his fourth goal of the game 51 seconds after Heble’s tap in to pull the Eagles to within 5-4 but Mountain Vista goalie Joe Morgan made two of his 27 saves in the final 36 seconds of the contest with Heritage playing with a man advantage to seal the victory. It was the seventh win in a row for Morgan, a sophomore ar Highlands Ranch. “Joe played great for them,” said Heritage coach Jeremy Sims. “He had some great saves in the game. We had some great chances right on the door step but missed. “More than likely will not get home ice now. We’ll definitely bounce back. We have Valor next week. We’re shorthanded right now with three kids out with concussions and two suspended. This was a big game. We knew it, they knew it, the refs knew it and the kids knew it. That was by far the most kids we’ve had to watch a hockey game.” Mountain Vista contained Heritage’s state scoring leader Connor Crory, holding him to three assists in the game. Crory, who attends Arapahoe High School, is well on his way to the state scoring title with 31 goals and 29 assists for 60 points.
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Left, Highlands Ranch’s Ciera Morgan looks to pass the ball while being guarded by Rock Canyon’s Rebecca Pousma Feb. 9. Center, Highlands Ranch’s Kelsey Wainright drives to the basket. Right, Rock Canyon’s Kendall Koslosky pulls down a rebound. Photos by Courtney Kuhlen
Falcons rebound to knock off Rock Canyon Morgan shines as Highlands Ranch holds off Jaguars’ rally By Jim Benton
jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com HIGHLANDS RANCH - Ciera Morgan, Highlands Ranch’s junior point guard, stepped up big for the Falcons in Saturday afternoon’s 66-57 victory over Rock Canyon, Highlands Ranch, Colorado’s second-ranked Class 5A girls team, had an 11-point lead on three occasions in the first half against No. 4 Rock Canyon. However, instead of the game turning into a runaway in the second half, Kendall Koslosky’s basket pulled rallying Rock Canyon to within one-point at 43-42 with 5:09 to play in the third quarter. That’s when Morgan took charge with a 3-point basket and five consecutive points to spark a 17-4 run that swelled the Falcons lead to 60-46 with 5:57 remaining in the game. “That was the time we said that we had to pick it up as a team, take a step back and figure out what to do,” said Morgan. “My team gave me a great pass to put the shot up.
It helped. After that we got back and played team defense.” Rock Canyon, which went 1-for-9 with two turnovers during the decisive Highlands Ranch run, fought back again with nine unanswered points to trim the Falcons lead to five. But, the Falcons his six consecutive free throws, four by Morgan, in the final 1:14 to seal the victory in the Highlands Ranch gym. The win, coming after an uninspired effort in a 64-47 loss Wednesday night to top-ranked Regis Jesuit, improved the Falcons Continental League record to 6-1 and their overall record to 15-4. “This was a good rebound game to really challenge us,” Highlands Ranch coach Caryn Jarocki said. “We knew there would be some runs in the game and we were hoping we’d have the last one.” Jarocki emphasized to her team the need to play more physical and aggressive in the practices after the Regis setback. “The practices were definitely focused because J (Jarocki) wasn’t messing around,” said Morgan. “Everything was in your face. “The Regis game kind of gave us a wakeup call. It’s like game-time now, it’s serious now and this game (Rock Canyon) kind of gave us reinforcement that when the game is
close, we can pull through as a team.” Morgan led the Falcons with 14 points, Shelby Hickey had 13, Madison Montgomery 12 and Kelsey Wainright 11 in the balanced scoring attack for Highlands Ranch. Lexy Thorderson had a game-high 20 points which included five 3-pointers and Erin McClarie added 13 points for the Jaguars who are now 5-2 in the league and 15-4 overall. Saturday’s contest against No. 2 Highlands Ranch was the sandwich game of a brutal three-game stretch for Rock Canyon. The Jaguars lost 62-56 to No. 8 Chaparral last Tuesday and now must face top-ranked and league leading Regis Tuesday. “I was really happy that we battled and didn’t quit against Highlands Ranch,” Rock Canyon coach Robbie Ballard said. “We let a little bit of fatigue beat us in stretches. When it gets to be a one-point game, we have to get the lead. That could totally change the momentum and we weren’t able to do that. “I told our kids we have to learn how to compete. We played probably 27, 28 pretty good minutes but we can’t let them get out and get big leads late. Highlands Ranch is a mature team and they’re used to winning games like this. We’re still trying to climb the mountain and learn.”
Mountain Vista stays unbeaten, edges Grizzlies in OT By Jim Benton
jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com HIGHLANDS RANCH - The game was sold out hours before the opening tip and a line of people waiting to get into the Mountain Vista gym were told 75 minutes before the start that nobody else would be admitted. People were invited to watch the game on a big television screen in an adjacent lunchroom but a few fans still decided to leave. Too bad because they missed an entertaining game between unbeaten and No. 2 ranked Mountain Vista and No. 3 ThunderRidge. The overflow crowd watched Mountain Vista win its 18th game of the year and take control of the Continental League title chase with an 78-72 overtime victory over the Grizzlies, who lost for the first time in league play. Mountain Vista is 7-0 in Continental League action with four games remaining
in the league season. ThunderRidge, 14-5 overall, is now 5-1 in league play and tied for second with Regis Jesuit. The game had more momentum changes than tree leaves in the fall. After a close first quarter, Mountain Vista built a seven-point lead in the second stanza and ran off 11 straight points in the third quarter to go ahead 52-44 but the visitors kept coming back. The Golden Eagles led 60-55 with 2:53 remaining in regulation but Joe Marucci, a 6-foot senior, scored the last six points for ThunderRidge as he worked for shots inside. His layup tied the game at 63-all with 34 seconds to play. Mountain Vista had a chance to win in regulation but Jake Pemberton’s jumper was off the mark and Mitch Carter could not connect on a follow shot. Pemberton and Elijah Valdez got the Golden Eagles off to a fast start with the first two baskets in overtime. ThunderRidge missed its first four shots in the extra session and turned the ball over once as the Golden Eagles went ahead by five points.
“They had a lot of momentum going into overtime,” said Valdez who had eight of his 19 points in the four-minute overtime. “Basketball is a game of momentum and it is pretty difficult to regain that momentum but as soon as we got it going in overtime, we had the game. “I felt pretty good in overtime. It was great but I couldn’t of had a better team behind me. All I can say is 18-0.” Mountain Vista coach Bob Wood admitted the buckets by Pemberton and Valdez were keys in the OT. “It was really nice to get that first basket,” he said. “I know they did a study on that and most of the time if you get the first basket in overtime you win. “We got the first two and then we made enough free throws and did enough things right to put it away.” Mountain Vista made four of six free throws and Valdez cashed in a layup in the final 53 seconds to seal the win. “It was a great game,” said Wood. “I though both teams played well. What I consider their three best players, Marucci, Rusk
Mountain Vista forward Chandler Wiscombe (2) drives to basket as he is defended by Thunder Ridge Keelan Hammonds (20) Photo by Ron Chenoy (Zach) and Howell (Peter), all played well. We won the game with those guys playing well so that says a lot.”
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Boys hoops: Golden Eagles in control of Continental race Win over ThunderRidge keeps Mountain Vista unbeaten in league By Jim Benton
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Unbeaten and second-ranked Mountain Vista, coming off a 78-72 overtime victory over No. 3 ThunderRidge, is in the driver’s seat to win the Continental League boys basketball championship. The Golden Eagles, 7-0 in league play, entertained Castle View Tuesday and has remaining games at Chaparral, against Legend and at Highlands Ranch. “We’re just taking one game at a time, doing the things we do well and trying to get those Ws no matter what,” said senior guard Elijah Valdez. Regis Jesuit and ThunderRidge entered this week’s action a game behind Mountain Vista with 6-1 loop marks. Defending Class 5A state champion Chaparral could have a say in the eventual champion since the Wolverines play both Mountain Vista and ThunderRidge. Including last Tuesday games, Mountain Vista faces teams with a combined 14-14 league record. ThunderRidge, which has games against Chaparral, Regis, Castle View and Rock Canyon, meets teams with a combined 12-16 loop record while the Raiders remaining opponents have a 10-18 combined record in league play. MOUNTAIN VISTA - Mitch Carter had 19 points and 12 rebounds in a 68-47 win over Ponderosa and Jake Pemberton tossed in 27 points as the Golden Eagles beat ThunderRidge in overtime, 78-72, in a first place showdown. THUNDERRIDGE - Joe Marucci’s 21 points paced the Grizzlies’ 73-47 win over Heritage. Marucci put on a show,
especially late in the game, when he scored 25 points in the loss to Mountain Vista. LEGEND - The Titans went 3-0 last week. Blake Truman led the way in a 70-50 triumph over Castle View. The Titans connected on 50 percent of their 3-pointers (9 for 18) in a 64-39 non-league win over Grand Junction. Jonathan Cosmann had 16 points in the win. Zach Mihalicz scored 13 points and Taylor Jenson added 12 in a 49-41 victory over Ponderosa. CHAPARRAL - The hot-shooting Wolverines shot 56 percent from the field and Jake Holtzmann had 18 points in a 58-46 win over Rock Canyon. Wil Keyser scored 20 points and Chaparral made 52 percent of its field goal attempts in a 69-49 whipping of Douglas County. HIGHLANDS RANCH - Regis Jesuit outscored the Falcons 37-17 in the second half to earn a 61-41 win over Highlands Ranch. Zach Braxton scored 15 points but the Falcons shot only 26 percent in the loss. Evan Motlong’s 15 points was tops for Highlands Ranch in a 54-34 triumph over Rock Canyon. Braxton had a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds despite Highlands Ranch making only 38 percent of its field goal attempts. Top-ranked Denver East downed Highlands Ranch 7354 in a non-league game that saw Motlong and Braxton each score 11 points. ROCK CANYON - The Jaguars suffered losses to Chaparral and Highlands Ranch. Sophomore Tyler Garcia led Rock Canyon in both games with 17 and 10 point efforts. VALOR CHRISTIAN - Chase Foster had a double-double of 22 points and 17 rebounds as the Eagles rolled to a 70-48 win over Vista Peak. Valor improved to 17-4 on the season with a 66-63 win
Mountain Vista guard Damani Respass (0) controls the basketball after a turnover against ThunderRidge. Photo by Ron Chenoy over Cheyenne Mountain. The Lions trailed by two points heading into the fourth quarter but rallied to win as Foster finished with 27 points and 10 rebounds.
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up six forfeit wins against the Wolverines and Brett Guerrieri (126), Brighton Moye (138), Torry Williams (145), Kelton Good (152) and York Douglas (220) earned victories. The Mustangs head into a tough Region 1 regional tournament Friday and Saturday at Smoky Hill High School. Pomona, Cherry Creek and Ponderosa will be the featured teams and Arapahoe, Castle View, Douglas County and Heritage will also compete in this regional. Littleton, Mountain Vista and Rock Canyon will be at the Region 2 regional tournament at Doherty High School while Chaparral, Highlands Ranch and ThunderRidge will compete in the Region 4 meet at Stanley Lake. Each regional will qualify four wrestlers per weight class to advance to the state tournament. HOME ICE - Mountain Vista can clinch a host spot for one of the CHSAA ves to regional hockey playoffs Feb. 22-23 with a win tonight against Cheyenne Mountain Ham- at South Suburban Ice Arena.
Heritage entertains Valor Christian Saturday and will likely get the No. 3 seed from the Peak Conference in the playoffs. In last week’s action, Mountain Vista clobbered Liberty 13-0 with Brett Heble, a senior from Chaparral, getting a hat trick and five points. The Golden Eagles edged Heritage 5-4. Byran Hancock scored two goals and had three points in the win over Heritage and Heble scored the game-winning goal. Heritage whipped Coronado 10-3 before losing to Mountain Vista. Heritage’s Conor Crory, the state’s scoring leader, had a goal and eight assists in the two games to bring his season totals to 31 goals, 29 assists for 60 points. Eagles captain Scott Appleby had four goals in the loss to Mountain Vista. Wiley Myrick and Ryan Close each had two goals in Valor Christian’s 7-4 win over Pine Creek. LITTLETON COACH - Kurt Krantz has been named to new football coach at Littleton replacing Jay Lukes. Krantz, a 1975 Cherry Creek graduate and a former head coach at Rangeview (1991-95), takes over a program that has gone 5-25 over the past three seasons. Krantz has been an assistant coach in the past at Mullen, Rangeview, Heritage and Highlands Ranch. ROCKETT MAN - Ed Rockett, superintendent of the Lone Tree Golf Course, finished tied for 47th in the GCSAA National Championship and Golf Classic at the Torrey Pines South course in San Diego. The two-time winner of the Colorado Superintendents Championship Tournament carded rounds of 81 and 84 for a 165 total.
By Jim Benton
jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com Lutheran, a Class 2A school, wrapped up the Metro League basketball title with wins last week over Manual and Colorado Academy. The Lions finished with a 9-0 record against Class 3A teams in the Metro League and has four remaining non-league games before heading into the Class 2A state playoffs. Jennifer Vigil scored 17 points and younger sister Kristen had 13 in the 63-39 win over Manual and the Lions, ranked second in the state’s Class 2A poll, drubbed Colorado Academy, 56-37, to earn the league title. “Winning the Metro League is something we are very proud of,” said Lutheran coach Mark Duitsman. “You look at the schools in this conference and you know that a league championship does not come around very often. Schools such as Holy Family, Faith Christian, Machebeuf, these are perennial powerhouses in girls basketball and for Lutheran to be on top of that list this season is quite an accomplishment by these girls. “There is humility about this group that is very rare. They understand that all of this is a gift. Their talent, this team, the league title, even the chance to play this game, it is all a gift from God and these girls just want to make the most of the opportunity they have been blessed with. The accomplishment of winning the Metro League is something that we certainly celebrate, and it is something that can never be taken away from this team, but we also know that the we still have work to do.” The Lions faced Belleview Christian Tuesday and have games against Denver Chris-
tian, University and Byers to finish the regular season. “The girls on this team, they’ve experienced it all throughout their careers,” added Duitsman. “Buzzer-beaters to end your season, a consolidation, season-ending injuries, state runners-up last year, as well as state championships in volleyball.” In the state rankings released Monday, Lutheran remained second but Highlands Ranch dropped from second to third in the Class 5A poll. Rock Canyon slipped to eighth but Chaparral moved up to sixth. In other action last week: HIGHLANDS RANCH - The No. 2 Falcons shot only 30 percent and had 18 turnovers and dropped a 64-47 decision to top-ranked Regis Jesuit. Kesley Wainright and Shelby Hickey each had 13 points in the loss to Regis while Ciera Morgan scored 14 points as Highlands Ranch beat No. 4 Rock Canyon, 66-57. ROCK CANYON - It was a tough week for the Jaguars as they lost to No. 8 Chaparral, 62-56, and fell to No. 2 Highlands Ranch. Lexy Thorderson scored 18 and 20 points to pace Rock Canyon in both games. THUNDERRIDGE - The Grizzlies connected on 11 3-point shots in a 71-22 drubbing of Heritage as Brianna Throop took scoring honors with 17 points. ThunderRidge outscored Mountain Vista 23-15 in the fourth quarter to pull out a 69-65 win. MOUNTAIN VISTA - Paige Keller and Jordan Graff each scored 11 points as the Golden Eagles walloped Douglas County, 88-41, before losing to ThunderRidge. Maddie Whetstone scored 17 points against ThunderRidge and she had 11 in the loss to Mountain Vista. VALOR CHRISTIAN - The Eagles posted their fifth straight win with a 65-29 conquest of Cheyenne Mountain as Valor Christian The Douglas County Clerk and Recorder is seeking comment prior to the inched closer to .500 withpublic a 10-11 record.
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Government Legals PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to Section 30-10-906(2)(b)(II), C.R.S., notice is hereby given to all owners of real property located within a one mile radius of the center of Section 9, Township 8 South, Range 69 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, that I will be conducting a public land survey in that area for the purpose of establishing the center of said section, commencing with the publication of this notice. D. H. Hamilton PE/PLS Douglas County Surveyor
Pursuant to Section 30-10-906(2)(b)(II), C.R.S., notice is hereby given to all owners of real property located within a one mile radius of the center of Section 9, Township 8 South, Range 69 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, that I will be conducting a public land survey in that area for the purpose of establishing the center of said section, commencing with the publication of this notice.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CONDUCT OF 2013 COORDINATED ELECTION AS A MAIL BALLOT ELECTION DOUGLAS COUNTY JACK ARROWSMITH, CLERK AND RECORDER The Douglas County Clerk and Recorder is seeking public comment prior to the Board of County Commissioners conducting a public hearing on the Clerk and Recorder’s recommendation that the Board adopt a resolution approving the conduct of the 2013 Coordinated Election on November 5, 2013, as a mail ballot election. The public hearing before the Board will be held on Tuesday, February 26,
The Douglas County Clerk and Recorder is seeking public comment prior to the Board of County Commissioners conducting a public hearing on the Clerk and Recorder’s recommendation that the Board adopt a resolution approving the conduct of the 2013 Coordinated Election on November 5, 2013, as a mail ballot election. The public hearing before the Board will be held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 2:30 p.m. at the location set forth herein.
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Written comments may be submitted by e m a i l a d d r e s s e d t o elections@douglas.co.us or sent via U.S. Mail to Douglas County Clerk & Recorder, Election Division, 125 Stephanie Place, Castle Rock, CO 80109 or by leaving a voice mail message with comments at 303 -663-6279. Contact information must be included with all comments.
The Douglas County Clerk and Recorder is seeking public comment prior to the Board of County Commissioners conducting a public hearing on the Clerk and Recorder’s recommendation that the Board adopt a resolution approving the conduct of the 2013 Coordinated Election on November 5, 2013, as a mail ballot election. The public hearing before the Board will be held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 2:30 p.m. at the location set forth herein. Written comments may be submitted by e m a i l a d d r e s s e d t o elections@douglas.co.us or sent via U.S. Mail to Douglas County Clerk & Recorder, Election Division, 125 Stephanie Place, Castle Rock, CO 80109 or by leaving a voice mail message with comments at 303 -663-6279. Contact information must be included with all comments.
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Board of County Commissioners conducting a public hearing on the Clerk and Recorder’s recommendation that the Board adopt a resolution approving the conduct of the 2013 Coordinated Election on November 5, 2013, as a mail ballot election. The public hearing before the Board will be held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 2:30 p.m. at the location set forth herein.
Written comments may be submitted by e m a i l a d d r e s s e d t o elections@douglas.co.us or sent via U.S. Mail to Douglas County Clerk & Recorder, Election Division, 125 Stephanie Place, Castle Rock, CO 80109 or by leaving a voice mail message with comments at 303 -663-6279. Contact information must be included with all comments. For questions contact Douglas County Clerk and Recorder’s local election office located at 125 Stephanie Place, Castle Rock, CO 80109 or call at 303-660-7444.
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Public hearing to be held at: Philip Miller Building Commissioner Hearing Room 100 3rd Street Tuesday, February 26, 2013 * 2:30 p.m. Legal Notice No.: 921144 First Publication: February 14, 2013 Last Publication: February 21, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
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