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Rescue about the contest. She picked a picture of Buddy with food on her face and submitted it, along with the organization she wanted to support.

“I was just really thrilled because the money goes to the Rocky Mountain Feline Rescue and just shelters and rescue organizations, they need e suspect approached the teller, made a verbal demand for money, threatened the teller and then ed the bank, the alert said. e suspect did not display a weapon, according to a Facebook post from the Je erson County Sheri ’s O ce. e FBI’s Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force and Metro Denver Crime Stoppers are working with local police agencies on the case. e FBI is involved because the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., which insures deposits, is considered a victim, said FBI Denver spokesperson Vikki Migoya. money all year long, so this is just awesome for them,” said Zarate.

Images of the suspect show him wearing di erent baseball caps and jackets or hoodies during robberies.

Anyone with information on the suspect is encouraged to call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720) 9137867, 24-hour anonymous tip line. Callers could earn up to $2,000 for information that helps solve the crimes.

Black cats tend to have a lower adoption rate in the United States. ey are often seen as bad luck, not friendly and have been associated with witchcraft.

“ e only thing that’s bad about a black cat is if you’re in a dark room, you don’t know where they are,” said Zarate. “ ey’re the most loving, wonderful cats that are out there so adopt a black cat, don’t ignore them.”

Strive to Thrive o ers hot meal and assistance

The Strive to Thrive Resource Fair will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 31 from 4-6 p.m. at the Calvary Chapel, 1100 Caprice Drive in Castle Rock. Enjoy a free hot meal and access valuable resources from more than 20 different organizations. Individuals and families are welcome to attend. For more information, visit douglas.co.us and search for Strive to Thrive.

Funds available to veterans

Emergency assistance is available for veterans struggling with housing (mortgage/rent), transportation, employment, healthcare or other emergency needs. To apply for the veteran assistance funds, visit douglasveterans.org or call 303-663-6200

Business Personal Property Tax Declarations due by April 15

Business Personal Property Tax Declarations may be filed online at DouglasFilesOnline.org Business owners who own or lease business personal property with a total market value of greater than $52,000 must report the property to the County Assessor. For more information, visit douglas.co.us/assessor

Are you a Douglas County property owner?

Visit douglascotax.com to view parcel details, prior year payment history, pay taxes and more. Still have questions? Visit douglas.co.us/treasurer for additional information.

Find new employment opportunities in 2023

Whether you’re a young person looking for career guidance, have recently been separated from a job or are considering a new career path, Arapahoe/Douglas Works! provides a variety of no-cost employment assistance services. For more information and to get started, visit

adworks.org

Interested in becoming a foster parent?

Information nights are open to anyone interested in learning about foster care. Information nights are free and via Zoom on Feb. 6 and Feb. 20 from 6-7:30 p.m. For information, call 303.636.1KID or register online at collaborativefostercare.com and select Information Night.

Douglas County Health Department

Need a birth or death certificate?

Records can be obtained in-person by visiting the the Douglas County Health Department at 410 S Wilcox St. No appointments are necessary. Or, visit douglas.co.us and search for Vital Records for ways to obtain records online, by mail or by email.