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As counties lift restrictions, virus not done taking toll Local ‘dial’ limits fade, but hundreds more Colorado COVID deaths likely in coming months

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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But the shop serves customers that are local, from out of state and even some from out of the country — including from Canada and Australia.

“They have family here from what I understand,” said Lukon, adding that such customers find the shop through Facebook or

The era of metro Denver residents talking about “the dial” might be over for good now that several metro counties have lifted local restrictions and moved to what they call “level clear,” with statewide coronavirus data looking tentatively optimistic.

“We’re actually seeing some very promising trends over the past couple weeks based on cases and hospitalizations both starting to decrease,” said Andrea Buchwald, a research associate with the Colorado School of Public Health.

Colorado’s color-coded COVID-19 dial was the set of restrictions counties had to follow based on the local spread of the virus. The system affected capacity at restaurants, other businesses, indoor and outdoor events, and other settings.

Colorado originally implemented the dial last Sept. 15.

Last month, when state officials stepped back and let local health agencies take the wheel on most coronavirus restrictions, health agencies in the Denver metro area extended the “dial” system locally

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Susana Lukon, 39, right, and her daughter, Madeline Lukon, 22, stand at Forever Flowers in April in east Centennial. Lukon and PHOTO BY ELLIS ARNOLD her daughter are the owners of the flower shop near Smoky Hill and Buckley roads.

Flower shop shares joy for decades Small business in east Centennial still going strong

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In a plain, strip-mall shopping center — the kind that’s common

to Aurora and east Centennial — sits a bright spot: a flower shop that has churned out deliveries amid the pandemic. And business seems to be booming.

“I think this is the busiest Mother’s Day I ever worked here,” said owner Susana Lukon, 39, a few days after the holiday.

Forever Flowers, a business that sits near Smoky Hill and Buckley roads in Centennial, is easy to

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Douglas County challenges state mask rules Teal, Laydon vote for resolution that leaves implications unclear

BY ELLIOTT WENZLER EWENZLER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

In a 2-1 vote in a May 11 business meeting, the Douglas County commissioners approved a resolution attempting to reject a state mask mandate.

Since that vote by commissioners, the state’s mandate has been lifted to match new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Masks are no longer required in the state except for unvaccinated people inside jails, childcare settings, assisted-living facilities and emergency health care facilities, said Gov. Jared Polis in a May 14 press conference. School districts will decide on if they allow vaccinated students to go unmasked.

The state suggests that those who are unvaccinated continue wearing masks inside.

The county’s now-obsolete resolution stated that the board would “not require masks or mandate proof of vaccination for the use of any board controlled indoor space,” according to the resolution.

Gov. Jared Polis’ previous mask order, which was put in place May 2 and has now been removed, stated that masks could be removed indoors in select situations, including if 80% of people present were vaccinated. That rule appeared to be based on an “honor code” system where customers would volunteer their status without necessarily showing a proof of vaccination card, said Dr. John Douglas, head of Tri-County Health Department.

Commissioner Lora Thomas was the dissenting vote in the resolution.

In her public comments, she stated that while she doesn’t like masks, she doesn’t think it’s a good idea for the county to tell residents they didn’t need to follow a state mandate.

“There is going to be even more confusion in Douglas County about when someone does need to wear a mask and when they don’t,” she said. “Commissioners do not have

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Commissioners George Teal and Abe Laydon, who approved the resolution, focused on the improving COVID-19 metrics in the county, such as high vaccination rates and low hospitalizations, in their public comments.

“Enough is enough, the pandemic is over,” Laydon said.

Laydon added that the 80% rule from Polis would create confusion and difficulties for businesses, who would be charged with determining how many people in their space have been vaccinated.

“I really believe it is time for us to take this stand,” Teal said.

One part of the resolution clarifies that the resolution only refers to masking enforcement by the county.

“The board does not wish to mislead any person or business with regard to how the state may wish to enforce or not enforce its Mask Order and that repercussions from the state could ensue,” according to the resolution.

County officials speak out Thomas also expressed concern for the implications of this resolution for county departments and local businesses who wish to follow the state mandate. Some county officials, who reached out to the board expressing concern over the resolution, said they hadn’t been aware of the commissioners vote until very recently, Thomas said.

Merlin Klotz, the county clerk and recorder, was one of those officials.

After the resolution was passed Klotz said that while believed that, based on the local COVID-19 data, there was minimal need for maskwearing, he would still require it for his approximate 100 employees and “strongly encourage” it for the public, he said in an interview with Colorado Community Media.

“From my perspective as a department head (and) as an elected official, my people and the public do not know that data,” he said. “The public doesn’t know these facts so to put this out as a policy is too abrupt.”

Tri-County’s role Douglas of Tri-County said his concern was that the county’s resolution would confuse residents about an already confusing situation.

The mask mandate was a state public health order, which was not a discretionary thing that the county could opt out of, Douglas said.

“If residents of the county have been confused, I don’t think this helps that confusion,” Douglas said.

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Klotz could not be reached following the Governor’s removal of the mask mandate.

In the business meeting, Laydon proposed an amendment to the initial resolution, which originally said that the entire county no longer required mask wearing. Instead, the board decided to change the language to say the board would not require masks in any of the indoor spaces they operate.

When the commissioners resolution was announced, the assessor’s office planned to continue requiring masks but after the governor’s announcement, the office decided to just recommend that customers wear masks. Their staff will also wear masks through at least May. “I will continue to follow state law,” said Lisa Frizell, the county assessor, in a statement through a county spokesperson. “I am committed to the safety of my employees who are public servants working directly with customers just as I’m committed to the safety of our customers transacting business with the Assessor’s Office.”

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“If you believe that is what is needed for you to look after your own health, by all means, please wear a mask,” he said. “If you do not wish to wear a mask, don’t wear a mask.”

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Firefighters inspect the crash site of a Cirrus SR-22, which collided with another aircraft as both prepared to land at Centennial Airport on May 12. COURTESY OF SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE

Planes collide over state park, no one injured Aircraft were on approach to land at Centennial Airport

BY ZACH BRIGHT THE COLORADO SUN

Two small airplanes collided over Cherry Creek State Park on the morning of May 12 as they prepared to land at Centennial Airport, one of the nation’s busiest general aviation airports.

No one was killed or injured.

One aircraft with two people aboard crash-landed roughly four miles north of Centennial airport in Cherry Creek State Park while the other, which had just one occupant, landed safely at the airport.

Air traffic control recordings and flight tracking websites show the planes collided as they both turned toward Centennial Airport’s parallel runways.

The plane that landed safely was a Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner operated by Key Lime Air. FlightAware.com records show the Metroliner, a twin-engine propeller plane, was headed to Centennial Airport from Salida.

A photo of the Metroliner at Centennial Airport showed a large section of the aircraft’s rear fuselage missing. Key Lime Air uses the Metroliner to ferry freight across Colorado.

The plane that crashed was a Cirrus SR-22, which had taken off from Centennial Airport about an hour earlier and was heading back to the airport after flying up to the Fort Collins area, according to FlightAware records.

The Cirrus deployed a parachute it is equipped with that can allow

the aircraft to float to the ground during emergencies.

Air traffic control communications archived on liveatc.net provide insight into what happened.

The Metroliner was cleared to land on Runway 17 left. At roughly the same time, the Cirrus was cleared to land on a parallel runway, Runway 17 right, on a different air traffic control frequency.

The Cirrus pilots were warned not to veer too far to the east and stay toward the west end of Cherry Creek Reservoir as they turned their plane south to line up to land.

Air traffic control warned the Cirrus that the Metroliner was nearby.

Moments later, the planes collided.

“Looks like the right engine failed so I’m going to continue my landing,” the Metroliner’s pilot said, apparently not realizing the collision had happened.

Another pilot called air traffic controllers to say they saw the Cirrus with its parachute deployed floating down to the ground, indicating there was a collision.

South Metro Fire Rescue and the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s office responded to the collision.

The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board will be investigating the crash.

“Initial report indicates collision happened as airplanes were landing,” the NTSB tweeted. “The NTSB will travel to the scene.”

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as a rise in virus cases and the continued spread of COVID-19 variants kept health officials worried.

As of May 16, several metro counties are now operating in what they call “level clear,” generally with no local restrictions — and that’s likely to continue unless things take a turn for the worse.

In Adams, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties, for example, level clear will continue unless hospitalizations trigger a “snapback provision,” where restrictions would return if a county exceeds 2 hospital admissions per 100,000 residents, measured a certain way over a 14-day period.

That bar is unlikely to be reached in Adams and Arapahoe counties, said John Douglas, head of Tri-County Health Department. That’s the health agency for those two counties and Douglas County. Broomfield also moved to level clear May 16, and Denver said it was “planning to meet level clear standards,” according to a spokesperson. Denver’s new public health order was to take effect May 16. Boulder County was to also move to level clear on May 16.

Some counties had already been living under no dial restrictions: Douglas County’s elected leaders opted out of Tri-County Health’s extension of the dial system during an April 13 meeting. Some

other counties that indicated that they would not issue local orders included Elbert and Weld.

And with coronavirus cases on a downward trend, metro Denver counties might not see dial restrictions again — although it depends on how the virus fares this fall.

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Any consideration by the state of bringing back dial restrictions “will depend on the experience of the fall” and is “too hard to predict at this point, given there are variants to consider,” France added.

Although the state’s dial system expired in mid-April, not all virus restrictions are local. On the heels of the state dial ending, Colorado issued a new public health order that maintains some limits on large indoor gatherings. Colorado’s mask mandate is a separate order.

Despite all the news about restrictions fading away, Colorado has likely been experiencing a higher number of active COVID-19 infections than it did during the pandemic’s first peak last spring — even when accounting for the lack of testing at that time, according to estimates by the Colorado School of Public Health as of May 12.

“If people make major behavior changes right away that lead to a large increase in contacts and transmission, we could potentially see a lot of deaths,” Buchwald said. She added: “The pandemic is not over. We still have to be vigilant.”

High hospital cases, deaths loom Asked whether metro counties’ move to level clear will have a large impact on coronavirus spread, Buchwald said it’s difficult to predict.

“A lot of how people behave is dependent on the messaging they get and the messaging they believe. And I think the urgency for reopening is real,” Buchwald said. But “if the message is ‘the pandemic is over,’ I think that’s a dangerous message because I think that’ll lead people to do riskier behaviors.”

A big takeaway from Colorado’s data is that the number of COVID-19 cases recently is still “very high,” particularly in comparison to the lows of last summer, Buchwald said.

“The thing that people have lost sight of is: Can you believe if five years ago there was an infectious disease and there were 600 people in the state of Colorado hospitalized?” Buchwald said. “It seems unimportant because we’ve gotten so used to it, but it doesn’t change the fact that it’s a major problem.”

She noted that even a person with COVID-19 who is not hospitalized may still face long-term health consequences, which some have called “long COVID,” she said.

On top of that, more than 700 more deaths could occur in Colorado from early May through the end of July even with “high levels” of vaccination and the current level of social distancing and mask-wearing as of early May, both of which are likely to decline, according to Douglas, the health chief.

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Nestled in a neighborhood on the outskirts of suburban metro Denver, a new YMCA location has opened to serve the far southeast Aurora area.

The 40,000-square-foot recreation and wellness center marks the first new YMCA location in the Denver area in 20 years, according to a news release. The location sits a short drive away from the Southlands outdoor mall off of Smoky Hill Road.

“In this location, kids of all demographics need a place to go where they feel safe and wanted,” and where more than physical needs are met, said Kimberly Armitage, a YMCA official who came to a ribboncutting ceremony May 11.

Her organization is focused on cornerstones of childhood, such as summer camp and water safety, along with personal health and wellness goals for young adults, she said.

Although the new center sits outside of east Centennial, Mayor Stephanie Piko attended the ceremony to support the YMCA’s expansion in the broader community.

From left, Kathy Barela, vice president and treasurer of Wheatlands Metropolitan District; Kimberly Armitage, vice president of strategic growth and membership for the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver; Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman; Françoise Bergan, Aurora mayor pro tem; Centennial Mayor Stephanie Piko; and Arapahoe County Commissioner Jeff Baker stand at a May 11 ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Aurora YMCA at Wheatlands. The recreation center in southeast Aurora is the YMCA’s first new Denver-area locaPHOTO BY ELLIS ARNOLD tion in roughly 20 years.

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The $21 million project is the result of a longtime collaboration — in a public-private partnership, the Wheatlands Metropolitan District and the High Plains Metropolitan District formed the Wheatlands Park and Recreation Authority, which owns the 8.9-acre parcel of land, according to the news release. The YMCA oversaw construction and will manage operations at the new center.

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Forever Flowers closed for a month last year in March and April, not taking any orders at all, but Lukon was confident the business would make it through as the pandemic took hold. When the shop reopened, it modified its business model, focusing on preordered, prepaid pickups and deliveries. It now takes walk-ins again, Lukon said.

The shop has been in business for about 30 years. It’s gone through a string of owners but stayed a flower shop, according to Brian White, the outgoing owner. Lukon and her daughter recently took over as the owners. They had been working there since 2015 as florists, making arraignments, Lukon said.

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It’s about “how interconnected people are to where it brings a family experience,” Rusch-Michener said. “I wanted to be a part of the Denver-Aurora area and meet people.” around 2009 in the flower business and used to work in Kansas.

“I used to come (to Colorado) twice a year for vacation, and I fell in love with Colorado and knew someday I would move here, and I made a decision and sold everything I had in Kansas,” said Lukon, who got her job transferred to allow her to relocate. She moved here in 2015 and enjoys working with her daughter.

“It’s pretty awesome to have her here with me doing what I love, and she loves it as well,” Lukon said.

Lukon describes flower arrangement as an art that brings “a lot of creativity,” she said.

The job is “bringing people’s comfort and even making people’s special flowers for weddings and proms,” Lukon said.

“Brighten their days with flower arrangements, that’s what I like the best,” she added. “Making people happy.”

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e’s been following me for years. Waiting for me around every corner. I can’t get away from him.

The truth is I don’t QUIET want to.

Bob Dylan was DESPERATION born on May 24, 1941. That means he’ll be 80 years old in a few days.

What I have is an appreciation for an earthly character who sits in front of a typewriter and makes strange and Craig Marshall wonderful word Smith connections with life.

There are two ways to take him.

One is straight like a shot of rye.

His voice, I’m told, is a nasally mutter in concert, but recorded its lack of refinement is perfectly suited for his unique lyrics.

Or you can take him prettied up by others. The first Bob Dylan song I heard performed by someone else was “It Ain’t Me Babe,”

by a group called the Turtles.

Others soon followed: Peter Paul and Mary, the Byrds, the Band, Joan Baez, the Beatles, Nina Simone, Linda Ronstadt, Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix.

And Duke Ellington.

Dylan’s first radio hit, “Like a Rolling Stone,” peaked at number 2 in 1965. Although it didn’t do much for me, there was a lot of it: At six minutes it was twice as long as everything else on Top Forty radio.

Between the release of “The Times They Are a-Changin” in 1964 and “Things Have Changed” in 2000 not a lot did change.

And they still haven’t.

“Come senators, congressmen, please heed the call / Don’t stand in the doorway, don’t block up the hall / For he that gets hurt / Will be he who has stalled / There’s a battle outside and it’s ragin’ / It’ll soon shake your windows and rattle your walls.”

That could have been written earlier this year.

His folksy fans booed with

intolerance when he plugged in his guitar. That was a personal discovery about hypocrisy. One that continues to be sustained in abundance by politicians and priests and countless others.

Half the time I didn’t know what he was talking about. Then I quit wondering and just went along.

“An’ he just smoked my eyelids and punched my cigarette.”

Bob Dylan? Eighty? It can’t be, but it is.

“Your debutante just knows what you need, but I know what you want.”

Half a dozen songs of his songs make me put down whatever I am doing and listen.

“Memphis Blues Again” is one.

The lyrics make no sense. But I quote them to someone if it’s only to myself all the time.

The end of the song is an unexpected perfection about any experience we go through that we don’t want to repeat.

“An’ here I sit so patiently / Waiting to find out what price

/ You have to pay to get out of / Going through all these things twice.”

In 1959, singer Bobby Vee and his band the Shadows were looking for a piano player. Dylan introduced himself as Elston Gunnn (yes: three “n’s”), and said he had just gotten off the road with Conway Twitty.

Gunnn didn’t own a piano and played on one that was out of tune. Eventually, Vee decided the band couldn’t afford him and Gunnn left.

In 2013, three years before Vee’s death, Dylan sang Vee’s “Suzie Baby” as a tribute.

We separated for a while after his motorcycle accident and again during his born-again period (1979-81). But since then it’s been like old times and good.

Some people get into your life and stay there. If you’re lucky.

Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.

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s I sat outside enjoying my morning coffee and reading the news, the calm and normalcy of my day was interrupted WINNING by several people walking in my WORDS direction. They were easy enough to notice, as they were wearing hats showing who they supported, and they had big buttons pinned to their jacket making it very Michael Norton clear whose side they were on. And if that wasn’t enough, they marched down the street shouting at all those who they believed were against them.

Thinking that the commotion would pass, and I could get on with a quiet cup of coffee and some reading time, things only became more interesting. Coming from the opposite direction was another group of people wearing hats and buttons, even carrying flags and pennants that made it clear that they were in complete

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opposition of the first group.

As I sized up the situation, it became abundantly clear that their paths would collide right in front of me. A few people seated at the other tables on the patio became a little anxious. Some seemed ready to jump in and pick a side. Looking at what both groups represented, I realized that I didn’t support either one. I didn’t have a dog in this hunt, as some might say.

As one group drew closer from my right, I could hear the taunting getting louder. As the other group approached from my left, the name calling started. It appeared that things were going to get ugly and get ugly fast. Those that were a little anxious made the move back inside the coffee shop. And those customers who just a few minutes earlier were sitting quietly sipping on coffee began getting fired up and moved closer to the oncoming fray. With limited options, and I was forced to decide. I secured my coffee with one hand, pocketed my phone with the other, and prepared to escape.

The people in red hats and red T-shirts were moving quickly

toward the people with blue hats and blue T-shirts. The people wearing blue were not backing down, they stood their ground.

Just when the two sides were about to have a final showdown of guts and glory, I came up with a way to stop the insanity. I shouted, “Go O’s!”

The people wearing red stopped and stared. The group in blue looked at me in confusion. But there I was, the Oriole fan that I am, bringing peace to a potentially hazardous baseball fan brawl.

The Red Sox fans began to laugh, the Yankee fans laughed even harder. Peace was restored with both sides reminding me that the O’s were in last place. Just then a Red Sox fan challenged me, asking me who I would root for between the Yankees and Red Sox. I said that I root for them both, that if my O’s were out of contention, I wouldn’t care who won, just as long as whoever won the division, that they would go on to win the World Series. Reminding them that we are all in the same division and at the end of the day, we should be rooting for each other

not fighting and arguing over nonsense (said with my best attempt at a Boston accent).

Red verse Blue, Blue verse Red, it’s all nonsense. One day maybe we will all realize that our teams are stronger together, and that we have the best chance of winning when we are aligned and pulling for one another instead of trying to tear each other down.

This is a fictitious story and it could appear that I am taking a tough and complex situation and oversimplifying it or not respecting the gravity or potential consequences should one side get their way. However, I will stand firm in my belief and root for us all to win and win together. I would love to hear your story at mnorton@ tramazing.com, and when we can come together to root for each other, it really will be a better than good year.

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Examining the outlook for economic recovery

he United States economic outlook has “clearly brightened,” according to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The Washington Post also states that the U.S. FINANCIAL emerges as the main engine for STRATEGIES global economic recovery as jobs spike and stimulus cash is spent, mainly on goods imported from other countries. This should help buoy a global recovery but could also increase our Patricia Kummer trade deficit.

Three rounds of stimulus checks, increased corporate earnings and a bull market well underway are fueling significant economic gains in the U.S. Unemployment is improving, gross domestic product (GDP) is escalating, and many businesses are reopening. There is no doubt some businesses and jobs are gone for good, but the ability to rebound in the midst of a pandemic is something apparently only America can do so far in 2021. China led the recovery in 2020 as the first

to reopen their economy after the pandemic.

The economy as a whole seems to be thriving on unprecedented stimulus, continued low interest rates and widely anticipated increase in real GDP to 6.5 percent this year.¹ Most economists warn this could lead to higher inflation as well.

Investors are enjoying this earnings season, where, so far, a record 87% of S&P 500 companies have beat earnings estimates, and earnings look to be growing by more than 46 percent, according to Refinitiv. There may be a hangover of increased federal deficit, a higher trade deficit and rising costs and interest rates. But, for now, investors are cashing in on equities and pushing off inflation fears until later.

Manufacturing activity, according to the Institute of Supply Management (ISM), hit its fastest pace since 1983 in March, while the U.S. service sector continued to see solid improvement in activity.

The trends in new COVID-19 cases and deaths were moving in a favorable direction, though variants remain a potential unknown and there were renewed lockdowns in Europe and India. Nevertheless,

the global economic trends provided a positive backdrop for stocks.

Opposite of last year, when a few large tech names led the way, so far this year, value-oriented stocks outperformed growth stocks and small caps topped large caps.

Brett Lapierre, senior investment strategist with Mariner Wealth Advisors, states that U.S. equity markets continue to operate in a favorable backdrop amid accelerating economic and earnings growth and an accommodative central bank. Equity markets can generally handle a steady and modest rise in interest rates if this happens for the right reasons such as faster economic growth.

But if rates rise too quickly nervousness can appear. Inflation worries can also hurt equity prices, particularly when valuations are elevated.

Jeff Krumpelman, chief investment strategist for Mariner Wealth Advisors, has pointed out that there remain few signs that markets are in bubble territory.

He wouldn’t be surprised if we see a correction or sideways market over the next few months, which

could prove to be a healthy development.

Looking ahead, Lapierre expects above-average economic growth and higher inflation over the next several months. He sees the acceleration in inflation as temporary, giving the Fed some wiggle room before having to lift short-term interest rates. Risks to this outlook include a period of higher inflation lasting longer, the potential for tax increases to shorten the economic rebound and the potential for COVID-19’s impact to linger.

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End transcript withholding When colleges withhold transcripts for ransom for unpaid - fines, it creates a vicious Catch-22; students need a well-paying job to afford the fine, they need a degree to get a well-paying job, students need a transcript to prove they finished their degree, and they can’t get a transcript until they pay the fine.

For most colleges, the cost of an unpaid parking ticket or library fine is an insignificant portion of their budget. For many students, those expenses mean missing rent or not being able to eat. When students can’t pay a single fine, the late fees add up over time. Their life plans are derailed, they become liable for paying back grants and thousands of dollars they’ve invested into their education goes to waste. e This practice doesn’t work for schools either; even with the most aggressive collection tactics, colleges only retrieve 7 cents for every dollar owed. Thousands of students are being held back due to a policy that is ineffective at best and greedy at worst. If schools stopped withholding transcripts, more students would be able to obtain their degree and become financially stable enough to pay the fine.

Transcript withholding is a barrier to financial mobility that gets overlooked by the public, so it’s important we shine a light on the issue.

Make a plan to meet with your state legislators this summer and fall so they know their constituents want to see a bill next legislative session that will ban transcript withholding.

Paulina Castle Englewood Importance of air quality Without good air quality, our

health and well-being is in jeopardy.

Our community, along with many others can experience some of the highest ozone concentrations in the country. This invisible air pollutant is harmful to all of us, affecting our lungs and heart, but is especially bad for young children, older adults, and anyone with sensitivity or respiratory issues like asthma and COPD. When considering air quality regulating standards it is overwhelming for the non-air quality expert to understand the measurements of carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, ozone, and particulate matter levels and how these measurements relate to the air we breathe. However, we all understand when we can’t see the mountains or the downtown skyline due to smog, we have not met good air quality standards.

The City of Centennial recently approved budget to include energy efficient upgrades to the city buildings, as well as increasing the number of electric vehicles (EV) to their fleet. City land use zoning was changed to include EV charging stations where possible. In comparing these efforts against the overall air quality in the world, they seem small, but if all of could contribute at least this much, we could see progress in improving our air quality.

Whether it be driving an electric vehicle, organizing or participating in a car pool, walking to the grocery store, or opening the windows in your home versus turning on the AC are all simple steps that contribute to improving our air quality. Every effort is worth it to improve our air quality.

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DJs ready to mix it up

Recent proms are just the tip of the iceberg for live entertainment companies that are wanting to increase business after a slow and difficult year of public health restrictions.

Imprint Entertainment has done three proms at Denver metro high schools this spring.

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Live entertainment companies and DJs are eager to go back to normal after a year of restrictions tied to COVID-19.

After a long and difficult year, live entertainment companies and DJs want to go back to normal. They have managed with socially distanced events, or private proms or virtual proms. But many look forward to events, weddings being chief among them, where more people are allowed.

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Prom season ushers in new year after long lull caused by pandemic

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H

ear that? Well, if the noise you heard any time in the past year, there’s a good chance it wasn’t the sound of a disc jockey booth.

Not surprisingly, business has been bad for DJs and live entertainment companies. COVID-19 restrictions reduced the number of gigs for Denver metro DJs to nearly zero. Many squeaked by from working virtual proms and socially distanced bar mitzvahs and bat mitzvahs, but it’s already much better because there are now real proms and other events as public health restrictions loosen.

“I feel like we went from hibernating bears to chickens with our heads cut off,”

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said Rikki Mor, operations manager at Denver-based Imprint Entertainment. For most of last year, Mor said she could count the number of live events Imprint booked on two hands.

Michael Crabtree, owner of Denver-based DJ Guy, said business was down 80% to 85% from 2019 to 2020. DJ Connection, a nationwide company that has a Denver office, had 4,000 events scheduled last year, three-quarters of which were canceled, said owner Jason Bailey.

Some events were entirely nonexistent during the pandemic, such as school dances and corporate events. All of the companies worked weddings and Imprint did a few bar and bat mitzvahs, one of which was a “carmitzvah,” Mor described.

At the carmitzvah — held at Wings over the Rockies in Denver— people congregated and celebrated by setting up tables at their adequately distanced parked cars, Mor said.

Another pandemic-flex event the DJs worked was

the “private prom.” DJ Guy booked one with about 25 high school students from different schools, whose parents (the parents were in a friend group) put on for their kids at a small venue. Crabtree jokingly said, “It felt a lot more like parents planning a party for themselves and the kids were invited.” The ratio of parents who took photos in the photo booth versus the students is evidence of that, he added.

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That said, the students seemed like they had a lot of fun because “they had been stripped of some of these fun and engaging things that have been a rite of passage in high school,” Crabtree said. Not only were the restrictions slightly looser at the private prom, but parents were more relaxed about the music.

For example, at a school-sanctioned dance, Crabtree might not be allowed to play an unedited version of Cardi B’s “WAP,” but the private prom parents didn’t have a problem with it. “It’s kinda funny,” Crabtree said.

Slightly similar, DJ Connection worked virtual proms, where a student and their date were at individual homes and streamed into a group Zoom. The DJ, in his own Zoom box, played the music and performed as they normally do — even pausing at points to hype up the crowd by saying, “we got some shout-outs here!” or “we’re giving out prizes!” — to make the experience feel as normal as possible, Bailey said.

Virtual proms have been fun, but also, “weird because you can’t see the kids … it’s a strange experience for us because DJs feed off the crowd’s energy,” Bailey said.

However, those strange events have helped the bottom line. Even then, Imprint had to lay off a few full-time employees and a few DJs departed. DJ Connection dealt with the same problem, but it didn’t end up laying off full-time employees because it’s a larger company. Still, Bailey worries if he’ll have enough DJs to work the bevy of events the company is lining up for later this year. A few DJs with DJ Guy were

For many live entertainment companies, the past year has been challenging since most of the events the companies booked were canceled. However, many managed through smaller, socially distanced events. Imprint Entertainment performed at socially distanced bat mitzvahs.

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furloughed.

“I don’t personally see us recovering as an industry until at least 2022 to 2023, depending,” said Crabtree.

Things are picking up, though.

Imprint recently did a prom at Legacy High School, an Adams 12 Five Star Schools district school, and DJ Connection did a prom at Horizon High School in Thornton, another Adams 12 school. DJ Guy recently did a dance with Douglas County School District and is looking to book events with Jefferson County Public Schools. Imprint, DJ Connection and DJ Guy all have tons

After a year of limited events, live entertainment companies and DJs are hoping for a return to a more normal world.

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of weddings on the horizon. Many are rescheduled gigs, but some are new events. On June 26, Bailey said DJ Connection will be at 19 events in Denver, over half of which are rescheduled events.

Like other businesses, live entertainment companies are cautiously optimistic about the prospect of more, and larger, gatherings as more people are vaccinated. That’s

what excites the live entertainment companies, despite the struggles they still deal with. Mor said, “It is enthralling, and it is exciting. I think people have just missed being together. I think there is a little bit of anxiety for people to go back into situations. But it’s overwhelmingly more that people are so thrilled and excited to be together; it just provides a sense of adrenaline.”

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Live entertainment companies have faced struggles while working for socially distanced or virtual events, and are hoping for a better future as COVID-19 restrictions wind down.

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Colorado Community Media asks members of the Class of 2021 about what they have learned and their plans for the future. Their responses are diverse and inspiring.

Please take time to read what they have to say.

Let’s celebrate the Class of 2021 and wish them great success in the future!

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Rachael Raymond Arapahoe High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

My last four years at Arapahoe High I was a peer coach for special needs students in the classrooms and aswell for unified basketball.

What are your plans after graduation?

I plan to attend Metropolitan State University of Denver to study Health Sciences with an emphasis in Occupational Therapy in the Fall.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

I have learned many major lessons during the pandemic. The first was to 100% lead with empathy and love.

Being able to put yourself in others shoes during both restful and chaotic times helped me understand these challenges. This made me realize how important mental health truly is.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Passionate, Courageous, and Determined

What do you see as your graduating class’ mission to better the world?

A year ago, everything was turned upside down; but time did not stop. We were juniors during a worldwide pandemic stuggling with the uncertainties of losing a loved one, becoming sick ourselves, and just our mental and emotional wellbeing with day to day challenges. We spent months in our homes, uncertain of the future. Arapahoe High helped us adapt, by providing the tools that were needed for remote learning.

Getting through this year has been very challenging and a huge lesson we should all take with us.

Even in the middle of these circumstances, we did it! I would describe this graduating class as resilient and driven. We all must move forward without worry or fear. We have learned to overcome many obstacles and to never give up during a time of chaos and confusion. We are resilient and stronger than ever before.

Focus on the future that is filled with hope and optimism and to grow in the face of adversity.

Pria Zaveri Arapahoe High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

Throughout my high school career I have been involved in cross country, track, Future Business Leaders of America, and the School Accountability Committee. These groups have helped me grow as a person and are very supportive, especially at Arapahoe! By working with teammates, coaches, and administration I have been able to race unique courses, develop business plans, and provide a student voice throughout this community. My favorite memory was running a cross country meet in Salida Colorado. Our team discovered a section that felt as if we should have been hiking a classic Colorado 14er!

What are your plans after graduation?

After graduation I will be joining the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder.

I plan to take part in the Leeds Scholars Program in order to gain a global perspective and provide community outreach. I hope to major with an emphasis in entrepreneurship and a minor in Spanish.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

Throughout the pandemic I have learned how to balance a variety of activities that helped me. Perhaps, the most important value I learned was taking time to find the humor in life! This year I started rock climb-

ing with a close group of friends and enjoying lead routes. Climbing every morning taught me consistency and it’s been pretty humorous doing it on little sleep!

In general, you’ll often find me cracking jokes or randomly dancing!

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

The three adjectives that come to mind going forward include flexibility, humor, and innovation. I have always been a dreamer excited to explore the variety of dynamic activities through education, sports, and as a global citizen. Showcasing these adjectives means being adventurous and willing to create a path forward, but enjoying the ride like no other! As the Rascal Flatts always said “Life is a Highway.”

What do you see as your graduating class’ mission to better the world?

In a sea of chaos the class of 2021 has weathered a storm like no other.

However, at Arapahoe our saying says, “Warriors, always take care of one another. I truly believe my graduating class’ mission is to simply be good people. Bettering the world starts at a local level and gradually grows into something much larger.

In my eyes, this is a class that is willing to take on challenges with determination, ambition, and grit.

However, I also believe the class of 2021 must define their own definition of success, failure, and leadership. Only then can we better the world.

Matthew Becker Arapahoe High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

I participated in our student council, serving as class president for three years and student body president my senior year. I ran cross country and track, and served as a member of National Honors Society as well.

What are your plans after graduation?

I plan to attend Santa Clara University, majoring in mechanical engineering.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

While not necessarily a single moment, I think of all the times quarantines forced my plans to change. Week after week, I became frustrated with each successive disappointment. Although most times I knew the likelihood of sickness to be low, each quarantine represented a chance to demonstrate

my respect.

respect to those around me. Too often our words and our actions do not align; if I claim to be a man who respects the people closest to me, my actions need to reflect this as well. I realized I have very little to give a person if I cannot first show

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward Anticipatory - The idea of a college experience coupled with the potential for return to a more “normal” life makes me excited for what lies ahead. Graduation marks the closing of a special season in my life, but the start of a season bound to teach valuable lessons and form treasured memories.

Weathered - While at times exhausting, the past months have placed a number of events into perspective. Moving forward, I will have this time to look back on, realizing very few worries are worth the time spent thinking about them.

Persistent - I am now, more than ever before, willing to ask my own questions, pursuing new ideas and curiosities over and over until I find a solution I am satisfied with.

What do you see as your graduating class’ mission to better the world?

The past year has taught us an incredible appreciation for time together. As we leave high school and enter into the world, I hope we can keep this value close to our hearts, seeking out the people in our lives who mean the most to us. We leave with a special perspective on fellowship, freshly enlightened by the flexible strength of true friendships. I hope our class can act with confidence, pursuing new relationships in our plans beyond school while continuing in our pursuit of steadfast friendship. I believe we are better equipped than any class before us to pursue relationships, prioritizing our time to spend our lives with those we are closest to. I hope we can grow in our respect for others, never hesitating to remind people how much they are loved.

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Madison de Vries

Taisa Mariana Seijas Mejia

Cherokee Trail High School

Cherokee Trail High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

I have been a member of Multilingual Club and Sources of Strength. I have also been a member of Link Crew, Student Leadership, and National Honor Society.

What are your plans after graduation?

I will attend a four-year university and major in biochemistry (Pre-Med) What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

I remember waking up every day, turning on my computer, logging into an online meeting, and as I stared at the screen I wondered when did all change so suddenly. The pandemic was an unexpected turn in the lives of everyone; and it made me realize that the most precious gift life has in store is time. The time you spend with friends and family, and the ability to share the same space with the ones we love most.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

My outlook going forward is hopeful, positive, and excited for everyone to come back better and stronger from the pandemic.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

Our mission as a graduating class would be to find unity within separation. The pandemic isolated many families and students, for safety and precautions we were instructed to keep the distance from one another; in order to better the world our class should reestablish the unity that might have seemed lost due to the pandemic.

Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

I was involved with student leadership for two years, taking on student body president my senior year. I played lacrosse for four years and was named captain my senior year. I was involved with neXus (a freshman support class), Sources of Strength, Link Crew, and peer tutoring specifically in chemistry.

What are your plans after graduation?

Being a Daniels Fund Scholar, I plan on attending Colorado State University; focusing on a degree in natural sciences with a chemistry education concentration. I will continue my passion for lacrosse and play on CSU’s club team while exploring opportunities to continue helping my community.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

I have always been independent and enjoyed personal time to read or do other activities I enjoy on my own. During the pandemic, I was certainly able to satisfy my introverted needs, but after reflecting I learned something. I found that I still had a genuine desire to interact with people because of how much I enjoy being there for others. However, with everyone being separated, it was much harder to be there for other people because you can’t read their needs or see how they are honestly doing. This was hard to deal with at first but it helped me discover a multitude of different ways to be there for people. I learned that it is possible to support people even if you are not in close contact with them and it is important to do so because you

aren’t always aware of what people have going on at home.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Optimistic, hopeful, and thankful. I am optimistic for my future and the challenges that will come. I know that I will encounter hard times, but I know that I have the grit and determination to get through them.

I am hopeful that I can continue to help people around me and inspire them to pursue their passion despite the difficulties they encounter. I look forward to the opportunity to also do this as a teacher after I graduate college. I am thankful for the people that continue to support me and inspire me to fight for what I believe in. I am also grateful for the opportunities I have been given and will continue to work hard, now seeing how much it pays off.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

My graduating class has always been accepting of others despite the differences each of us possess.

We are passionate about rights and inclusion regardless of sexuality, race, and other qualities that make us individuals and have shown that we can and will unite to stand behind others in need when the time comes. I believe we will fight against inequality and be accepting to all around us. We will continue to dare to be different and not let people stop us from doing what is right or what we believe in because of historical expectations or standards. We will each contribute to promoting acceptance in our own fields of endeavor and inspire other generations to do the same.

Jaden Greer Cherokee Trail High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

Football, National Honors Society, Principal Student Advisory Council, Link Crew, Mr. CT, peer tutor, student forums What are your plans after graduation?

Planning to attend Grand Canyon University to study entrepreneurship and finance What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

A memorable moment for me during the pandemic was being able to support a student at our school for wish week.

Although our school was split by cohorts

we still came together as one school and showed up and supported her. It was a moment where I realized that no matter what kinds of times we are in I can still do my best to be a genuine and great human being. It showed me that I can still bring smiles and joy to someone else even with everything going on in my own life and that seeing someone else up brings me up.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

My first adjective would be joyful because happiness can easily be taken away by joy there’s something so strong and can’t be as easy to take away. My second adjective would be content because I had

to realize and understand that whatever is happening edges is what it is and I have to keep going and be content with all of those things. Lastly my last adjective would be perseverance which ties into my second adjective about how through everything that has gone on with the pandemic and life changes I had to keep going strong and not let up.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

My graduating class — the class of summer — our mission to better the world is to be like summer and continue to shine light and bring kindness, happiness and joy to wherever we journey in life. Our mission is to show others that no matter the circumstances of life you can always get through and make it through.

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Jaxon McMichael Englewood High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

I was an active member of my school’s GayStraight Alliance my freshmAn, sophomore, and junior year. I managed the girls swim team my junior and senior year.

I managed the softball team my senior year. I have done theatre since my freshmAn year. I’ve been helping with set construction, and I’ve acted in shows all four years. I co-managed the costumes crew for shows my junior and senior year. Basically, anytime I wasn’t in class, you could easily find me in the theatre department.

What are your plans after graduation?

I’m going to study theatre arts at Colorado State University!

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

A key value I learned is the idea that family really can be the best medicine.

My mental health struggled through this pandemic. It especially took a rough turn when school went online again last fall.

But our theatre director

announced we could perform a play via Zoom!

Getting to spend two days a week, even just on Zoom, with my favorite people was monumental in helping me push through. And next getting to do our live-streamed, in-person play. Followed by our musical, which we got to perform for a live audience! Especially knowing that everybody I love got to see me take my final bow in Fisher Auditorium. My friends in the Englewood Theatre Company truly have become my family. I don’t know where I would be without them.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Optimistic. Bold. Unapologetic.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I’m honestly not sure.

There’s so many different people going down so many different paths. I think our mission should be to ultimately create and foster a society that is kind, patient, and tolerant.

We should work towards creating a more beautiful world.

Grant Webster Englewood High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

I have participated in many extracurriculars in my four years of high school. I was fortunate to serve as the president of my school’s campus beautification club, a club focused on promoting sustainability at our school. I also served as the secretary for the Englewood High School National Honor Society Chapter, treasurer for the FBLA chapter, and varsity captain for both the lacrosse and cross country teams. I really enjoyed participating in my community with the Youth Roots teen philanthropy programs as well as mentoring younger players within Pirate Youth Sports. I was fond of playing music either on the tenor saxophone, bass clarinet, or mellophone. Outside of these activities I loved to sail, and while sailing in Colorado might seem odd, being able to volunteer and work for Community Sailing of Colorado was a fantastic opportunity for me.

What are your plans after graduation?

Following graduation, I plan on attending Colorado State University in fall of 2021 as a civil/ environmental engineering major.

I will also be working as an intern for Lockheed Martin Space here in Colorado.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

In mid March of 2020, when the pandemic first began, my family each contracted the COVID-19

virus. While I held a mild case, I watched as my parents’ health slowly deteriorated.

My father eventually ended up going to the hospital with severe respiratory issues, and during a time of such uncertainty, I didn’t know if he would be coming back out. While my family was extremely fortunate, many weren’t.

This event helped me to reflect on what I actually had and grow much more grateful for the faces I see every day. I believe the pandemic circumstances have helped me to learn what is important and what is not; I’ve had to make some tough decisions thus far but I am so appreciative for what I have and where I am going.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

I see green, equitable, and persistent as my three outlook descriptors going forward. Coming out of the worldwide epidemic, it will be important for future generational leaders to tackle problems with new ideas to help grow society and make it fair for everyone. I hope to do my due diligence in leading this generation going forward.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I believe the graduating class of 2021 has matured under less-thanideal conditions. The mistakes that have affected our community inspire individuals to pursue solutions that can help everyone. Our mission is simply to learn from the past and aim for the objectives all of us want completed in the future.

Ariana Wilborn Englewood High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

I played varsity soccer for two years, basketball for one, i’ve been in yearbook for four years and the editor for three And have received high GPA awards or honor roll all four years of high school What are your plans after graduation?

To attend UCD and receive my bachelor’s in biomedical.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

A memorable moment during the pandemic that instilled a key value within me was when the certain amount of time I’ve spent without people started to hit me and the thought of constantly wondering when the next time I will be able to socialize always in my head. At first my brain decided to react on being a product of its

own environment and I started to use this as an excuse to always be in my head and drive myself crazy. I was so used to always being around people. Through time I took this as an opportunity to learn more about myself. Especially because at the time I was 16 years old. Basically I was growing up and maturing and still being a kid at the same time. Through this experience and through the hardships of the pandemic I taught myself to enjoy my own company as much as enjoying someone else’s. This has sparked up a lot of self love and confidence and I truly believe that it is the reason why my senior year went so smoothly considering how much of it was lost and how much of it was unnormal.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Inspiring, successful and happy. I first wanna start by saying inspiring because as a black woman it is my dream to go far and inspire others who let their label and appearance stop them from what they really want to do. I also say successful because

right now I have very big dreams but in the end I truly just want to be successful. To be honest I’m truly OK if I am raising chickens in the future as long as I’m successful and happy I know I did what I had to do. Also many people believe that having $1000 paying job means you’re happy when it’s not true so when I get older I want to learn what it is really like to be happy with what you’ve created with yourself. My biggest goal is to bloom wherever I get planted.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I believe that our mission is to stand out and make names for our generation. This generation has some stories to it. It’s very easy for them to appear on the news or the next article on social media. But I hope and I also know for a fact that we will do our part from our community and spread to the world to show there is more to our generation then what may just be shown on live television or screen. Our mission is to teach those not to see what they want to see but what they need to see and apply that to them.

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Erin Tillman Grandview High School What are your plans after graduation?

After I graduate, I plan to pursue a degree in music business at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

A memorable moment that taught me the importance/therapeutic impact of music is when I was no longer able to sing in my school choir. We had class via technology, so for choir we all sang in our house with our mics muted. During the pandemic, we have had two virtual choir concerts. They turned out to be good from a singing standpoint, but it just does not have the same effect as when it is in-person. It doesn’t produce the same level of emotion for the audience. During quarantine, I decided to create my own Instagram page dedicated to my singing (@ erinetillman). I found the courage to do this because I so passionately wanted to help fill the gap of this loss of music in my life and other people’s lives.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Resilient, optimistic, and innovative What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I see our mission as being kind to others to provide a sense of unity and compassion to the world. We have all struggled in one way or another throughout this pandemic, so I feel that it has made the people around me a lot more empathetic. The importance of mental health has also been receiving more recognition, and I think that treating others with kindness makes both that person and the people in their life feel better.

Elishevlyne Eliason Smoky Hill High School What are your plans after graduation?

I will be studying at Yale University and double majoring in political science and English What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

One key experience I had during the pandemic was starting a media service group with three of my close friends called The Other Perspective. Through it, I got to lead and edit a video service project along with 15 classmates and got to send the project, along with personalized emails, to frontline workers in my community thanking them for their service. In the end, the video garnered 7,500+ views and directly reached frontline workers in my immediate community.

However, above all else, this memorable project taught me the value of authentic service, showing me that leadership is about more than numbers and views, title and awards. Through it, I’ve learned that testament of a true leader is how they treat others in moments of hardship, when they have nothing to gain and everything to lose. The best leaders chose selflessness over self-preservation.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

The main three adjectives that

describe my post-high school (and hopefully post-pandemic life) are content, hopeful, and restless. While some of these may seem contradictory, I truly believe they encapsulate my viewpoint going forward. This is because this year has taught me to value what I have been given, to believe that better things are yet to come, and to never be complacent when they don’t because it takes action to make sure they do.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I believe it is my graduating class’s responsibility to invest as much time in themselves as they do in their social causes and vice versa. This year has had an evident impact on both the social health of America and the mental health of individuals. My class is part of the generation eager to see the world change, but I think we often forget that if we aren’t mentally healthy, it becomes all the more difficult to aid the world around us. But at the same time, this doesn’t mean forsaking the global issues going on. So essentially, the best thing the class of 2021 can do for our world is to prioritize ourselves and our neighbors, never forgetting that there truly is an “and” between the two, not an “or”.

Aaron Vadakkan Grandview High School What are your plans after graduation?

I’ll be taking my talents to the University of Colorado-Boulder to study marketing and biology, where I seek to turn my passion for science into a career.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

Reports surfaced in late May that tied two potential catastrophes together. The demand for single-use personal protective equipment (PPE) had grown exponentially as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and masks discarded after each use had often ended up in landfills. The possible long-lasting detrimental effects were severe, and marine life was expected to take the hardest blow. After some more research, my brother Steven and I launched Mask Up 4 Change, a business that donates 30% of its profits to the Colorado COVID-19 Relief Fund. This taught me the value of service because it

felt great to be able to give back to my community. Moreover, a small effort on our part led to an even bigger impact than we could have imagined.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Promising — As people who lived through a deadly pandemic, our experience can only improve from here.

Motivated — If we can find success in high school despite it being online, what can’t we do?

Advocative — We are passionate about pressing social issues and will fight until we see them solved.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

As a graduating class, we understand how little we know and how much there is left to learn.

Before we can better the world, we must first educate and better ourselves and each other.

Andrew Huynh Smoky Hill High School What are your plans after graduation?

After graduation, I plan on attending the University of Colorado-Boulder to study aerospace engineering What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

I remember going to my first online Theory of Knowledge class shortly after the world went into a shutdown. Deviating from our normal curriculum, we began to tackle more relevant social topics.

We discussed the political polarization that had impacted all of society, and the growing obviousness of racial and income inequality. Our teacher posed the question, “Do you think society is more divided or united since the pandemic started?” To my surprise, most of the class answered that we were more united. It was then, that I realized the importance of optimism. To be optimistic in the face of adversity is one of the most important lessons I’ve learned from the pandemic.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Going forward, I’ve learned to be more empathetic towards others, remain steadfast in my

beliefs, and be more adaptable to unpredictable situations. In a year filled with social unrest, my constant exposure to racially motivated crimes in the Asian and African American community has made me far more empathic to those who are subjected to the evils of racism and hatred on a daily basis. I’ve also learned that to create real change in this world, I need to hold strong in my beliefs and not waver in the face of disagreements.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

The mission of the class of 2021 is simple. In just this one short year, we’ve witnessed political chaos unfold and social injustice activate the voices of millions, all in the middle of a pandemic. I believe the class of 2021 has made it obvious that we are not bystanders to history, but a class that gets involved and makes change happen. Whether it’s through social media to spread awareness on the inequalities of our society, to attending protests to make our voices heard, the mission that’s before the class of 2021 is to fight in the face of injustice and take control of the future that’s before us.

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Rylan Montoya

Heritage High School

Heritage High School

Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

Volleyball, swimming, tennis, NHS, choir, Eagle Outreach

Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

Throughout my high school career I was very involved in the performing arts, especially the musicals here at Heritage including “Beauty and the Beast,” “Spamalot,” and “Guys and Dolls.” I was also heavily involved in choir and was able to sing in Continental League Choir.

This year I was able to participate in Mr. Eagle which was an amazing experience, full of pretty outstanding gentlemen.

Outside the walls of Heritage, I play piano and take lessons which has always been one of my biggest interests and lifelong passions. Additionally, during my time at Heritage I co-founded an online apparel business dedicated to supporting unique nonprofits, with the hope of making this world a little bit brighter.

What are your plans after graduation?

I will be attending Oregon State University in the fall.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

In the beginning of the pandemic I found myself wanting to get out of the house (in a safe manner) and wanting to help people. In this, I was able to volunteer for Meals on Wheels and deliver meals to those in need. Community service fulfilled both wants and gave me a sense of purpose. I realized that helping those around me is something that needs to be done in day to day life not only in a pandemic.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Open-minded, enthusiastic, and motivative.

When looking to my future, I am extremely excited to experience university and all the new challenges/ joys that it will bring. I am inspired to go forward with my education, life, and career.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I believe that my graduating class’ mission is inclusion in all aspects of life. As a class we are determined to make everyone feel welcomed and celebrated for who they are. It is important not only to me but also to the graduating class because everyone deserves a seat at the table. Their voices deserve to heard and everyone deserves to be represented and respected.

What are your plans after graduation?

After graduation I will be attending the University of Colorado-Boulder for business and computer science in hopes to gain important knowledge and skills to grow and develop my business.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

Although this pandemic involved a great deal of difficulty, it was also an eye-opening season. What started as a normal year quickly took a turn. Plans were changed, lives were shaken, and most of us were left with a lot more time than we anticipated. While initial-

ly this was shocking, what seemed even more shocking was the beauty in the change of pace. My seemingly rushed year turned into a season of reflection. I realized that I was already where I wanted to be at this moment in time, and it took a change in pace in order to step back and truly appreciate where I was. And don’t get me wrong, there is no denying that the year was filled with difficulty for all of us, but this small time in my life taught me that throughout the difficulty there is always something to be thankful for.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Grateful, persevering, and kind.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I believe that our class has a great amount of compassion for one another and when brought into the world, could make it a better place. Each of us are very unique and we may not know exactly what each person is going through, but I do know that a small act of kindness can cause ripples of healing, and maybe that’s what the world needs. As unique as we all are, we are all connected, and regardless of the circumstances or our distance apart, we can all take the time to show how much we matter to each other. I believe we all have a gift to share with someone that might just make their day a little better and our world a little brighter.

Aubrey Weaver Heritage High School Tell us a little about your high school career: Clubs, sports, activities and things you participated in during high school.

My favorite extracurriculars at school have included being a member on the speech and debate team all four years, this past year as cocaptain. I have also been a member of the student government all four years. I have been a National Honor Society member and Heritage Ambassador the past two years. I have been on the girls’ golf team since my sophomore year. Outside of school my favorite activities have been the South Suburban Parks and Rec Youth Commission, where I was a member for five years, three as secretary and one as chair.

I have also worked as a waitress at Wind Crest retirement center for three years.

What are your plans after graduation?

I plan to attend the University of Vermont in the fall. I am majoring in political science and part of UVM’s Social Science Scholars program.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

On May 2, 2020, my family had a little “Prom at Home.” It would have been really easy for me to spend the night that

would have been my school’s prom lamenting the fact it was taken from me or that I’d been wronged, but I didn’t. Instead, my family got dressed up for the first time since the lockdown and put on a mix of music that was to all of our liking and spent a few hours making the most of it. Now I can remember that night for the experience I did have and not the one I didn’t. What this ultimately taught me about life is that sometimes things won’t go my way, but what’s more important is what I make of it. Sometimes you have to put up Christmas lights in May and dance it out!

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

My outlook going forward is perseverant, hopeful, and adaptable. Perseverent because it’s impossible to know what might come our way in the next four years — or four decades — so it’s important to remind ourselves that not everything will be smooth sailing but, with the proper determination, anything is possible! I am hopeful because, honestly, I have to be. My graduating class’s last “normal” month was February of our junior year, so I am clinging to hope knowing that it can really only get better from here. Adapt-

able because if we have learned anything from this pandemic it’s that sometimes, as a group, we need to be able to adjust really quickly to what life throws at us. Graduating and heading to college out of state — and away from my home and comfort zone — is going to be one of the biggest adjustments of my life and adaptability and flexibility will be critical.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I have noticed in my graduating class an overwhelming sense of compassion. Within our group, I think there is an increased culture of open-mindedness, acceptance, and understanding that we can bring to the world.

Growing up amidst active shooter drills, increased mental health awareness, global economic crises, social networking, Black Lives Matter, and greater knowledge and acceptance of sexual orientations and gender identities, I think we have developed the skill of valuing one another sincerely and unconditionally because we understand the preciousness of life. Our mission going forward should bring the compassion we have shown one another as peers to our larger communities — locally, nationally, and globally. After a trying 2020, we can work to bring love and kindness to a world that really needs it.

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Clara Landreth

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Littleton High School

What are your plans after graduation?

I will be attending the University of Wyoming, and plan to study abroad through the Honors College.

What are your plans after graduation?

After graduation, I am going to attend CU Boulder. Although I am not 100% certain regarding what I want to major in right now, I’ve narrowed down the options to either marketing, language, or a teaching license for history. Additionally, if COVID-19 is properly handled by the summer, I hope to find opportunities to help others learn English.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

The most memorable moment I have from this pandemic is my first walk through the hallway after going from a remote to hybrid learning schedule. There was a churn in the hallways of excitement, and nervousness; sights of both smiles and furrowed eyebrows. As I walked through the hallways, I was excited to be back at home base. Nervous that I would get sick, but thrilled I could see my friends and teachers. I soon realized that not everyone felt this way. Some were scared for the lives of their families. Some were scared for their own. The value I took from this single walk in the hallway, was to keep an open mind, ready to give compassion and understanding to those who needed it. Every single one of us in that building was feeling something, and we all had to work together to make sure that we could support each other through all the change.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Zealous, anxious, committed What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I see my graduating class’s mission to better the world by demonstrating that resilience can overcome adversity.

My class lost fellow students to devastating tragedies both before and during the pandemic. We experienced uncertainty in our lives, education, and even in our futures because of the pandemic and general civil unrest in our country. Despite these adverse conditions, we have learned, and demonstrated both to ourselves and others, that if we show up and give our best effort success remains possible. I believe our graduating class will put to good use this grit and dedication to making the most of any situation or opportunity they encounter.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

A memorable moment that I experienced during the pandemic was during my school’s hybrid/online learning schedule, specifically, when my IB class created thank-you cards for all of our teachers. Seeing how eager my peers were to participate and show their gratitude towards our teachers, and them emotionally appreciating our gesture. This experience opened my eyes. It made me realize how grateful I am to be involved in such a community that is genuinely kind and appreciative of one another.

This experience showed me that many of us — all of us, are capable of being grateful,

understanding, and empathetic to one another regardless of our problems, and should strive to let others know how appreciated they are if you haven’t told them yet.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Concerned, daring/audacious, and curious What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

Our class’s mission, naturally, is to better the world by taking strides to better the communities that surround us; we hope to do so by making society more inclusive, appreciative, and knowledgeable. Although I can’t exactly speak for my entire class, I know that every one of my peers will take steps into the unknown, to address issues that are important to us and those after us. My class will be the ones to better the world, by helping solve issues regarding environmental dangers, governmental policy, and cultural indifference. Regardless of whether we can solve these issues in our generation, we will ensure that they will be solved, by carrying on this knowledge and guiding the next generation to create a better world.

Zack Leaf Littleton High School What are your plans after graduation?

I will be heading to the University of Colorado-Boulder to attend their College of Engineering and Applied Science’s mechanical engineering program.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

During the pandemic, I was able to use my interest in mountain biking to support communities that were hit extremely hard by coronavirus. My teammates and I did a 100-mile bike-a-thon to raise money towards COVID relief for the Navajo Nation and White Mountain Apache tribes. Through this effort, we were also able to bring attention to family and friends about how various communities were being disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. This situation helped highlight for me how even when you feel overwhelmed by your circumstances, there are still actions you can take that can make a difference. The experience also put

my own situation and struggles during the pandemic into perspective, making me recognize all I had to be thankful for. The realization that you can use your interests and activities you enjoy to positively impact others gave me a feeling of control and balance during this unpredictable time.

What three adjectives describe your outlook going forward?

Hopeful — Looking forward I am hopeful because we are coming out of the pandemic and we have seen how the world can quickly pull together to develop vaccines. This makes me more hopeful that we can take on and solve other major issues facing the world.

Impatient — Although I am hopeful about our ability to resolve certain issues facing our country and the world, I am impatient because it can feel like change is not happening fast enough.

Adaptable — If there is one thing the pandemic has shown me, it is the importance

of being flexible, resilient and adaptable, because you never know what will be thrown your way.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I believe that my generation is being faced with some unprecedented global issues like climate change, the refugee crisis, and disinformation and it will be up to us to find long-term solutions to address them. Luckily, even if my graduating class has some ideological differences, we are not as conflicted in areas where previous generations struggled, such as with diversity and the fact that the catastrophic weather events the world is currently experiencing are because of climate change. I also think many of us see how disinformation is a major problem that is weakening and dividing our country. An unstable and divided United States would be detrimental to, not better for the world. These are big problems, but I believe my classmates understand that by addressing these urgent issues all our lives will be improved, not just the lives of a few.

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Sam Orris Regis Jesuit

Gabriel Idle

What are your plans after graduation?

This fall, I am planning on attending the University of Oregon as a business major. I am incredibly excited for this opportunity, and I cannot wait to see what the future brings.

to see me. These actions showed me who is going to remain by my side when things become difficult, and who prioritizes my friendship.

This moment instilled in me a true sense of friendship and loyalty.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

The past year has been difficult, especially as someone with immunocompromised family members. I remember feeling like the obstacles I was faced with were immense. I was concerned about my family’s health, yet I struggled with being isolated from friends. It became hard to maintain the relationships I had formed, and I felt alone.

But, many friends went out of their way to show me their friendship. Despite having to social distance and wear masks, I have friends who would sit in my driveway or meet up in parking lots just

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

When I look at my class, I see such determination to make the world a better place.

I see our mission as creating an environment of inclusion, diversity, and equality for all people. There are so many incredibly selfless people in our class at Regis who are committed to helping those around them. So many students are involved in social justice movements and working to facilitate real change.

People are using their education and privileges to be a voice for those around them. I am so proud of my class, and I can’t wait to see the ways they impact our world.

Alex Stevinson Regis Jesuit What are your plans after graduation?

Attending Notre Dame in the fall What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

At 8 p.m. people across Colorado could be heard howling.

Initially, I thought that this was a strange phenomenon; perhaps, a product of everyone collectively losing their minds due to isolation or stress.

However, I later learned the baying was inspired by a tradition that had taken hold in Italy and Spain. Much like the balcony applause, Coloradoans were saluting the healthcare workers and their selfless acts.

By nature, we are social creatures, which I believe is one thing that makes this pandemic so difficult. This quirky tradition allowed people to be part of something larger than themselves, while also, paying homage to the men and women who placed themselves at increased risk. The nightly howls reminded me that COVID-19 will be a battle won

through compassion, community, determination, respect, and responsibility.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I believe my class’s mission is to collaborate with one another. Our class is graduating high school in a rather tumultuous year, and we face obstacles of many different varieties during this critical point in our lives. I hope that our class will draw closer together as a result of this year, rather than being driven apart. The world is often plagued with hate, division, and indifference. I believe that it is our mission to acknowledge the harm caused by such forces, and recognize that we cannot combat them effectively if we harbor them ourselves. While the obstacles that we face are large, one lesson that this year has taught me is how effective people can be when they are united by a common goal. Whatever the threat we face, I believe that it is the mission of our class to face adversity together.

Regis Jesuit What are your plans after graduation?

This fall, I am planning on attending the University of Oregon as a business major. I am incredibly excited for this opportunity, and I cannot wait to see what the future brings.

What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

The past year has been difficult, especially as someone with immunocompromised family members. I remember feeling like the obstacles I was faced with were immense. I was concerned about my family’s health, yet I struggled with being isolated from friends. It became hard to maintain the relationships I had formed, and I felt alone. But, many friends went out of their way to show me their friendship.

Despite having to social distance and wear masks, I have friends who would sit in my driveway or meet up in parking lots just to see me. These

actions showed me who is going to remain by my side when things become difficult, and who prioritizes my friendship.

This moment instilled in me a true sense of friendship and loyalty.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

When I look at my class, I see such determination to make the world a better place.

I see our mission as creating an environment of inclusion, diversity, and equality for all people. There are so many incredibly selfless people in our class at Regis who are committed to helping those around them. So many students are involved in social justice movements and working to facilitate real change.

People are using their education and privileges to be a voice for those around them. I am so proud of my class, and I can’t wait to see the ways they impact our world.

Emma Donovan Regis Jesuit What are your plans after graduation?

I will be attending the University of South Carolina to study psychology What memorable moment during the pandemic instilled a key value in you?

One memorable moment that I can think of would be celebrating my 17th birthday during the first lockdown. I found it extremely difficult to maintain connections with the people that I was closest to because we weren’t able to see each other in person anymore. On my birthday, my friends planned a surprise drive-by and I will always remember this day. To me this small act of kindness, showed me the meaning of relationships in my life. It reminded me I need to hold onto the relationships that I cherish most even during

the most difficult times.

What do you see as your graduating class’s mission to better the world?

I believe that my graduating class has a mission to better the world by standing up for those that feel like they don’t have a voice. I believe that it is incredibly important to stand up for others that are in need. From my experience, my graduating class has many strong people that are incredible advocates for those in need. It is incredibly important, especially with all the social justice issues occurring right now, that everyone uses their voice.

Speaking up and using your voice is a great way to better the world. By each person standing up for what they believe in, I am positive my graduating class can significantly better the world.

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I focus mostly on face-painting and children’s art. I’ve had some fun getting extra jobs in children’s book illustration, T-shirts, murals and other products. I get a lot of fun out of encouraging creativity in kids, have met some very imaginative artists-to-be and am having fun sharing my childhood. I spent a lot of time raising younger siblings with music, art and storytelling, and find this a fun venue to continue stretching my creativity and hatching the ideas I came up with in my youth.

Adjusting during pandemic I have a day job working in Cherry Creek School Systems as a bus assistant. I work with providing supervision in traffic.

During the COVID pandemic, I’ve had to put my face-painting

business to the side and focus on relaxing! Although I work with hypoallergenic paints and use as many sanitary methods as possible, I prefer to wait until the pandemic is over to facepaint.

I’ve reached out to the artist community in the Denver metro area and receive their newsletters. I have gotten some valuable tips about the resources available, but I have drawn on few of them so far. I receive a lot of financial and emotional support from my customers. They have tickled my imagination, stretched my creativity and inspired me to write a book of poetry.

Sharing experiences I’m currently in the process of illustrating my book and have dreams about having it published by a face paint manufacturer. I’ve tried to self-publish, or create video games, but have found myself at an impasse with my technical abilities. My clients are wonderful and inspiring, and I have a lot of fun remembering vignettes from

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Not about you I wish people knew that I rarely am drawing or writing about them. I’m always asked if I had someone in mind when I draw, but I tried caricature art many years ago and didn’t like it. More often, I make up my own characters, draw my own figures based on many years of representing human anatomy and finally getting it more or less to my satisfaction.

At most, something someone said, a momentary color, a whiff of the air, some impression or the way the light shown that day inspires me to create.

The places you’ll go I’ve traveled a lot all my life. I’ve been all over the country, in Latin America and Europe, and I find art an excellent venue to express myself. I’ve had inspiration from well-loved artists like Dr. Seuss and books like “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” and decided to share my experiences through my artwork. I speak several languages and learned at a young age how to express myself in every way possible, including my artwork.

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Thoughts on gardening in the high desert Patches of nature provide nourishment for body and soul

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Why have gardens?

“It is well for us to analyze just why we risk sprained backs, blistered hands and depleted pocketbooks to have gardens,” wrote George Kelly. “Gardening brings us closer to Nature and supplies part of our craving for beauty. We all have a craving for beauty ... After a frustrating day trying to get along with hordes of unreasonable people, nothing calms one more than an hour in the garden ... Those who learn their lessons from the garden are the calmest, wisest and healthiest of all people.”

When we moved to Littleton in 1956, it was from Ames, Iowa, where everything would grow happily in that black, rich soil, with just very minimal encouragement. A patch behind our barracks-style student housing provided enough tomatoes, salad greens and other veggies to feed the two of us and several neighbors.

We bought a Littleton home, near Marathon Oil, where my former husband had a job and moved into a house with lots of room to grow plants and a family. (I soon found myself passing a petition to annex Aberdeen Village into the City of Littleton and in another year, a petition to pave the clay streets, which were slick and difficult after rain.)

We purchased a shovel and found clay really tough to dig! We learned about “winter kill” the result of the drying effect of the hot winter sun.

As well as the alkaline condition of the soil.

The folks at the newly open research center told us about Cottonwood Garden Shop on Santa Fe Drive and the wonderful proprietors, George and Sue Kelly, who had designed Marathon’s grounds, and they set a path towards green things that has lasted.

Readers who can find a used copy of George Kelly’s first book, “How to Have Good Gardens in the Sunshine State” or the follow-up, “Rocky Mountain Horticulture,” (Pruett Press, Boulder, 1957), would probably still find it useful, although we have a much greater range of plant materials to choose from, thanks to growers who adapted many native Western plants and learned from Kelly and others how to reproduce quantities of them reliably. His guidelines for choosing basic trees and plants are based on this place, rather than trying to grow a garden like we did back East.

Still, many years later, it’s a joy to contemplate my now-small balcony container garden and to read about National Wildlife Federation magazine’s suggestions in an article, “Homegrown for Good” about an organic garden in Minnesota that is based on biodiversity. And another at Sweden’s Lund University encouraging a great variety of pollenenhanced plants and fruit “which

provide egg-laying sites for many species of butterflies.” The whole pitch is a switch in thinking (from eliminating that caterpillar eyeing the cabbage to letting it exist as food for a hungry bird which will want to visit).

Ecologist Henrik Smith of Sweden’s Lund University says of gardens, “Their conservation value may be particularly important in cities, where surrounding landscape may be intensely developed.”

Blossoms of fruits and vegetables provide pollen and nectar for native bees, butterflies and flies, as well as the fat bumblebees we see. (In fact, native bees — more than 100 varieties in Colorado — are a new interest here.)

To increase a home food garden’s wildlife benefits, one can interplant with native plants that provide some “wildlife-friendly weediness.” Songbirds and other predators will feast on aphids, scales, whiteflies, cutworms, stinkbugs and slugs. Native asters, goldenrods, wild roses and berry bushes will attract “garden helpers.”

Of course, avoid pesticides and increase the diversity instead to

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The article “Homegrown for Good” by Jessica Snyder Sachs, opens with a wonderful photo of a hoary squash bee wallowing in

a golden squash blossom’s pollen and talks about attracting butterflies; “from plain cabbage whites to dramatic long-tailed skippers and black swallowtails, whose caterpillars nurture songbirds” ... Think biodiversity ...

Yoga in the Park Join RidgeGate and South Suburban Parks and Recreation for free community yoga classes on the grass at the south end of Belvedere Park, at the corner of RidgeGate Circle and Belvedere Lane.

Please bring your own mat, water bottle and towel to all classes. In case of heavy rain or lightning, class will be cancelled. Registration is required and available at RidgeGate.com.

Tuesday, May 25, 6:30-7:30pm (Belvedere Park) Tuesday, June 29, 6:30-7:30pm (Belvedere Park)

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Sunday, May 23rd, 9:30-11am – Spring Wildflowers (Willow Creek Trail) Wednesday, June 2nd, 7-8:30pm – Sunset Birdwatching (Willow Creek Trail) Monday, June 21st, 6:30-8pm – Celebrating the Summer Solstice (Willow Creek Trail) Wednesday, June 23rd, 7-8:30pm – A Walk Under the Full “Strawberry Moon” (Bluffs Regional Park)

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Enjoy these summertime concerts out on the grass with free live music, food trucks and activities for kids. It’s all happening in Prairie Sky Park, just west of the Lone Tree Recreation Center, courtesy of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District.

Thursday, June 17th, 5-8pm – Float Like a Buffalo (Prairie Sky Park)

Tunes on the Terrace at the Lone Tree Arts Center RidgeGate is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Lone Tree Arts Center’s ‘Tunes on the Terrace’—an outdoor evening concert series that will bring your summer nights to life. Check out the full schedule and buy tickets at www.lonetreeartscenter.org.

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Experience Historic Schweiger Ranch The restoration of the 38-acre historic Schweiger Ranch, led by the Schweiger Ranch Foundation, gives us a glimpse into settlers’ lives. Today, the ranch is open to the public for self-guided visits and a variety of events throughout the year. Register for or learn more at SchweigerRanch.org.

Saturday, June 5th, 11am-12pm – Guided Public Tour Saturday, June 5th, 7-8:30am – Natural Heritage Walking Tour with SSPRD (Birds of Schweiger Ranch) Saturday, June 19th, 6:30-8pm – Campfire & Storytelling Series (El Vaquero, America’s First Cowboy) A M O R E N AT U R A L A P P R O A C H T O U R B A N I S M.

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For online auditions, send photos, CV and performance info Sonya Ellingboe to davidtaylor.zikr@hotmail.com. See zikrdance.com.

Water gardens The Colorado Water Garden Society will host its annual plant sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 6 at the Hudson Gardens and Event Center, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, (CWGS members 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.).

Admission free.

Miners Alley Playhouse Children’s Theatre performances written and directed by Rory Pierce: “The Stuff of Dreams.”

Saturdays at 1 p.m. Adapted from Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Sandman.” Billie McBride in Concert: An Improbable Career,” May 19 at 7:30 p.m. 1224 Washington St., Golden, minersalley.com, 303-935-3044.

Town Hall Arts Center “Shout! The Mod Musical” plays May 21 to June 20 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton. Box office: 303794-2787, ext. 5. Tickets: $37-$52. Celebrate music, fashion, freedom of the 1960s. Directed by Kate Vallee. Townhallartscenter.org. COVID 19 protocols include mask.

Star Wars show “May the Art be With You” is an all-Star Wars art exhibit at Spectra Art Space, 1836 S. Broadway, through June 6. Call for hours: 720-535-7244, spectraartspace.com.

Denver Art Museum “each/other” brings art

by Marie Watt and Cannupa Hanske Luger, the first exhibit to feature together the works of two contemporary indigenous artists who both focus on collaborative artmaking in their practices. The artists’ work will converge with a new, monumental artist-guided community artwork.

There are 26 mixed media sculptures, wall hangings and installation works. denverartmuseum.org.

Tickets on schedule.

RoxArt RoxArt Gallery at Aspen Grove, 7300 S. Santa Fe Drive, offers a variety of classes, such as: Valorie Snyder will host an open studio for oil painters of all skill levels. She will visit with each individual about where they are and what help they need. Take home a work of art. roxartscouncil.org.

Installation “Shiki Dreams” by Denver-based Prismajic is an immersive art experience open from noon to 7 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays at 2219 E. 21st Ave., Denver. Tickets: $14, children 10 and under; $19.99: adults. A continuation of the story begun in “Natura Obscura” in 2019 at the Museum of Outdoor Arts in Englewood. prismajic.com.

Lone Tree The Lone Tree Backyard Brew Bash will showcase

Zikr Dance Ensemble is holding auditions for its fall season.

Beer, Bourbon and Bluegrass on May 29 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree.

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SPORTS A CONTEST FOR CONTROL

Littleton’s Anika Bagal (12) and Englewood’s Rayna Davis (10) nearly collide in mid-air in the battle for ball control. Bagal contributed one goal to the Lions 9-0 shutout on PHOTO BY PAUL DISALVO the Pirates home field on May 15.

Boys volleyball participation gains traction Sport now sanctioned

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After multiple pilot seasons, boys volleyball is finally a sport that is sanctioned by the Colorado High School Activities Association this season.

In the May 10 CHSAANow.com boys volleyball rankings, Cherry Creek, Douglas County and Valor Christian were the state’s top three teams. Legend was ranked fifth.

“Overall, it has been a treat just to have the boys in the gym and see a new excitement for the game,” said Douglas County head coach Jason Fitzgerald. “I think there was probably a lot of skepticism early. What’s this going to look like? But I’ve been impressed by the level of play from the teams I’ve seen.”

Cherry Creek has a co-op team with several players from Overland.

Prior to the start of the season, Creek coach Mike Degitis sent invitations to athletes from Overland to try out for the team since the expectations around the popularity of the sport was not high.

Douglas County volleyball player Connor Shumate spikes the ball in a match against Regis Jesuit.

Around 10 boys from Overland joined the program, and Creek was able to add development teams.

“The sport is growing fast,” said

Degitis. “I’m looking forward to an exciting season.”

Legend’s team is co-opted with Chaparral and Ponderosa and had

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40 athletes try out and nobody was cut.

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Girls volleyball teams downed in Colorado Springs

Legend’s Rylie Kadel (6) congratulates teammate Peyton Dunn (2) during the Titans first round state volleyball tournament match against Rampart on May 12 at the Broadmoor World Arena in Colorado Springs.

Grandview advanced, then lost to Rampart

BY BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Peyton Dunn (2) of Legend signals a formation during a Class 5A first round match against Rampart on May 12 at the Broadmoor World Arena in Colorado Springs.

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That trip down to Colorado Springs that used to be a pleasant outing turned out to be upsetting for south metro volleyball teams who journeyed to the Broadmoor World Arena for the single elimination, eight-team girls state volleyball tournament.

Four teams from the south metro schools lost in the first round on May 12 and only Grandview advanced.

The Wolves upset top-seeded Mountain Vista, 3-1, in a first round encounter. Grandview notched a come-from-behind, 3-2, semifinal victory over Columbine on May 13 but lost 3-1 to Rampart in the Class 5A championship match.

Grandview, the No. 8 seed, was the surprise team in the tournament as Mountain Vista, Cherry Creek, Legend and Class 3A Lutheran all fell in first round matches.

Previously unbeaten Mountain Vista lost its only game of the season in the opening match of the tournament on May 12 as Grandview (13-5) shocked the Golden Eagles.

The Wolves won the first set, 27-25, which set the tone for the match.

Vista captured the second set, 25-21, but Grandview notched 25-17 and 25-15 wins in the last two sets to advance into the semifinals.

“We just didn’t have it,” said Vista coach Doug Schafer whose team finished with an 15-1 record. “We definitely wanted it. We had energy but we were just tight.

We were just off. Grandview played well.

“We got 14 people here with the COVID and all the quarantines and stuff. We were undefeated until now.

We made some history with something that nobody has done, league (Continental) champs and being

undefeated. So that part was pretty good, but it just didn’t go our way against Grandview.”

Fourth-seeded Columbine eliminated No. 5 Cherry Creek in another first-round match. The Bruins won the second set, 25-21, winning the last four points but that was the only time Creek got into a flow. The Rebels took the first set, 25-21, and the third and fourth sets with scores of 25-14 and 25-22.

Carter Booth had 14 kills and a 56 percent kills percentage for the Bruins (15-2) while Anna Van Wyk had 15 digs and 30 assists.

Legend, the seventh seed in the tournament, lost 3-0 to Rampart as the Rams swept all three sets, 25-17, 25-15 and 25-20.

Rylie Kadel and Peyton Dunn were the leaders for the Titans. Kadel had 10 kills and 10 digs while Dunn finished with nine digs and 23 assists.

“Rampart came out really well,” said Legend coach Audri Marrs after the loss which gave the Titans a final record of 10-4. “They had some great hitters. They played really well. Things just didn’t go our way.”

Lutheran, the sixth seed in the 3A tourney, played tough, hung in against No. 3 Sterling and won the first set, 25-17. However, the Tigers pulled out narrow 25-20, 25-22 and 25-23 wins in the final three sets.

The Lions were ahead, 19-18, in the fourth set but Sterling won seven of the next 11 points.

Audrey Brgoch had 14 kills for the Lions, Cass Norton five blocks, Bella Vezzani had 25 digs and Sabrina King 14 assists as Lutheran wound up with a 11-4 record for the season.

“Sterling was a quality team but we kept fighting throughout,” said Lutheran coach Alicia Kidston. “I feel there were times that we didn’t take care of a bunch of little points that could have given us a little momentum.

“I so proud of the team. It was an interesting year obviously. They worked hard all season long and battled through adversity. We had a lot of injuries but our seniors are tremendous.”

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Winningest prep baseball coach eyes more innings Johnson says baseball teaches the value of hard work and the pursuit of improvement

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Marc Johnson’s teams at Cherry Creek have won a lot of baseball games.

Johnson is now the winningest baseball coach in Colorado.

He set the record on May 12 when Creek rallied to defeat Grandview, 6-5, in nine innings which was the 808th win for Johnson as he surpassed the previous high of 807 victories by Eaton’s Jim Danley.

“I’ve had a good run,” said Johnson.

Cherry Creek collected a 7-4, eightinning win over Grandview on May 13 and pounded Eaglecrest, 10-0, on May 15.

After the mercy rule victory over Eaglecrest on May 15, Johnson’s record was 810-205 in 48 seasons as the Bruins’ head coach and it should be noted that the baseball season was cancelled last spring because of COVID. “Obviously it feels great,” admitted Johnson. “I never have played a game, so I have great great fans and great administration. Even this year’s team is learning and work-

Cherry Creek coach Marc Johnson, back left, became Colorado’s all-time winningest baseball coach on May 12 with 808 victories when the Bruins rallied to beat Grandview, PHOTO BY JIM BENTON 6-5, in nine innings.

ing to get better. I couldn’t be more pleased. It’s been very exciting. The team has showed some grit.

Out deal is we are trying to continually improve.”

Johnson has been a coach at Creek for 50 years. He was the head boys soccer coach from 1971-1999 and won five state titles in his 28-year reign.

He as an assistant baseball coach

in 1972 and become head coach in 1973. Johnson’s teams have won 32 league crowns, eight state champions and have been the state runnerup six times.

“You think about all the great players I’ve had and like I said I never played in a the game so these guys deserve all the accolades,” said Johnson. “I’m probably the lucki-

est guy in the world coaching. I’ve had guys coach under me that had chances to take head coaching jobs and they said, ‘no I’m going to stay here.’”

Johnson is 76 years old and has to keep answering the question of how long he will continue to coach.

“I still have an amazing passion for the game,” he pointed out. “I’ve always felt my calling was this, and I was suppose to work with kids and teach them the game. The bottom line is you can have an effect on people’s lives just by teaching them the game. Through the game you teach them what hard work means and what continually try to improve means. You teach them some character and how to handle tough times.

“I still absolutely love the game.

I get asked every year, ‘is this it, is this it?’ I say I’m going to evaluate at the end of the year.”

In the meantime, Creek is off to a 4-1 start prior to a May 17 game.

“This has been exciting,” continued Johnson. “I told the kids, just prove to me that you are tying to get better. That’s all I care. If we win, we win but we’re going to go out and play the best we can.

“I’ve had real good response from the players this season. They were so excited about the win the other day (May 12). It was crazy. It looks like a big individual accomplishment but I’ve always been a team guy. I tell the players ‘a better you makes a better we.’”

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“We created a developmental team so we could continue to build the program,” said boys coach Travis Underwood who was also helping prepare the girls team for the state tournament which was May 12-13. “Varsity has a great mix of all grade levels while JV is mostly younger players. It’ll take a couple of seasons, but it won’t be long before you’ll see a third level being rostered.”

Much of the hesitation about boys volleyball stemmed around the question whether the sport could lure boys to participate.

“We did well with our numbers this year,” said Fitzgerald whose team draws players from Douglas County, Castle View and Lutheran high schools. “I know some of the teams around the league had enough participation to host three teams. It will catch on. It’s a great sport that attracts a lot of athletes that might been the second, third or the last guy on the bench in another sport,” he said.

“So they really want to play.

They’re good athletes. They’re just looking for a new home. A lot of times you find guys that might have been hurt in their dominate sport and they’re looking for a fast, energetic sport where they’re not going to get a bone broken as easily,” he added.

Fitzgerald, like Underwood, works with both the boys and girls teams.

The difference between girls and

Connor Shumate, bottom right, is a Douglas County player who attends Castle View.

boys volleyball can be summed up by saying the girls play a more ball control style while the boys rely more on power.

“The mechanics of the sport are similar if not identical,” explained Fitzgerald. “The psychologies of the athletes sometimes vary and definitely the team psychologies will vary. And the experience level, girls are exposed to the sport between 11 and 14. Most boys are introduced to the sport around 14 to 16.”

Douglas County’s Connor Shumate played the past two years on the Huskies’ pilot team and is anxious to compete this spring with a chance to win a CHSAA state title.

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Shumate is a seniors at Castle View.

“I had a massive desire to get back onto the court with this team,” he said. “Last year we came into the season with state championship expectations fueled by the semifinal loss the year before.

When the season was canceled, we were devastated.

“That fire burns hotter than ever and we have the team to do it. As I talk with my friends from various teams around the state, we are one of the favorites for the championship. We have to be disciplined in who we hang out with and wearing our masks to avoid COVID related shut downs. There have already been two teams that have had to

reschedule games due to COVID. There is a very real chance we can come out of this season as the first ever CHSAA boys volleyball state champions.”

Jayden Pascua of Douglas County is a senior at Lutheran and has played volleyball for for five years.

“Volleyball runs in my family,” he said. “I started playing competitively in eighth grade because a friend encouraged me to try out for a local club team. I fell in love with the game and have been playing ever since.

“This season is going better than expected. I am thankful we are able to play this inaugural sanctioned year of high school boys volleyball.”

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Nonprofit aims to help students C R O S S W O R D IFCS also looks for donations to support the program

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

As the pandemic’s economic effects continue to strain families, a south Denver metro nonprofit is gearing up to provide students with new backpacks, school supplies and family meal support.

“IFCS sees firsthand, daily, how community support makes a difference in addressing inequities that are currently exacerbated by the pandemic,” the nonprofit said in a news release.

Integrated Family Community Services — which serves families and individuals in the EnglewoodLittleton area and beyond — is looking for support from the community for its “Ready, Set, School!” program.

The effort is aimed at students in kindergarten through eighth grade and leans on “the generosity of community sponsors,” the nonprofit said in the release.

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children entering kindergarten through eighth grade for the 202122 school year and meet the income guidelines may apply to receive support. To register and for more information, see ifcs.org/ready-setschool or call 303-789-0501. Registration is open until May 24.

IFCS needs financial support to provide school supplies and food boxes to roughly 500 local students. Donations may be made at ifcs.org/donate/ready-set-schooldonations.

For the 2021 “Ready, Set, School!” program, IFCS has a service area of western Arapahoe and northern Douglas counties, including Englewood, Sheridan, Littleton, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Glendale, Lone Tree and Greenwood Village.

The service area also includes southwest Denver neighborhoods, including Bear Valley, College View, Fort Logan, Harvey Park, Harvey Park South, Marston and South Platte. (Southwest neighborhoods are further defined as being south of Jewell Avenue and west of Santa Fe Drive, the release said.)

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13 months ago, we’d be experiencing fewer deaths,” Douglas said.

He added: “In the extreme case, you wouldn’t shut down the whole economy to save one life. You’d hate to see that one life” lost, but that would be a reasonable trade, Douglas argued.

Figuring out what the right tradeoff is has “been absolutely agonizing,” he added. What makes the situation easier is the effectiveness of the vaccines, Douglas said.

“I want to badly urge everyone who can get this to get it,” Douglas said of vaccination.

About 48% of all Coloradans are estimated to be immune due to vaccination or prior infection, while 47% are estimated to have received at least one dose of a vaccine, the state public-health department said in a May 14 news

Dispute over pandemic During the Douglas County commissioners’ April 13 meeting, when they voted to opt out of Tri-County Health’s extension of dial restrictions, Commissioner Abe Laydon said he would like for residents to “break the delusion” that there is a need for a continuation of public health orders.

“I want … Douglas County to be the first county in the state to say ‘this pandemic is over,’” Laydon said. Laydon again said “the pandemic is over” during a May 11 meeting.

Douglas, the health chief, said the comment is “completely inac-

curate” from a literal standpoint.

“The pandemic, meaning a global epidemic, is far from over,” Douglas said. He added: “I actually think he was being somewhat hyperbolic to say Douglas County is not going to be threatened by the pandemic, we’ve got enough vaccination … that interpretation of his remarks is probably true.”

But Douglas doesn’t think the way it was said was “helpful to the larger conversation,” he continued.

Buchwald, the researcher with the school of public health, said in Colorado “very clearly it’s not over,” pointing to the high number of cases.

“I think it’s important to step back and realize there are 600 hospitalized in the state of Colorado alone,” Buchwald reiterated.

“I wish the pandemic was over as well,” Buchwald said, “but wishful thinking is not enough.”

‘I think it’s important to step back and realize there are 600 hospitalized in the state of Colorado alone.

I wish the pandemic was over as well, but wishful thinking is not enough.’

Andrea Buchwald, research associate with the Colorado School of Public Health

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Summer concert series coming STAFF REPORT

Celebrate the sounds of a perfect summer at the Castle Rock 2021 Summer Concert Series. Tickets are on sale now at CRgov.com/ PSMConcerts.

Nestled in the setting of Philip S. Miller Park, The Amphitheater has become one of Colorado’s most sought-after live music venues.

Each year, the featured acts get

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was extremely confusing and that masks were never heavily-enforced,

bigger and bigger. The series has hosted dozens of Grammynominated, world-famous artists and has made Castle Rock a musical hotspot. The intimate setting, family friendly environment and amazing acoustics make for a great musical experience.

The 2021 concert series includes: 38 Special - Saturday, June 19 Parmalee - Saturday, July 10 The Beach Boys - Thursday, Aug. 5

Castle Rock Summer Jam - Saturday, Aug. 21 (headliner announcement coming soon) Super Diamond with The Denver Pops - Saturday, Sept. 11 These ticketed music events have become a signature part of summers in the community. Prices range depending on the artist. Or, get 20% off face value with a Season Lawn Pass. These passes are for general lawn admission to all five

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he said.

During the mandate, Tri-County, which was charged with that enforcement, would take complaints they heard from the public and contact entities to ask if they have enforced mask-wearing and try

to remedy any situation where it hasn’t taken place, Douglas said.

Barring complaints from the public on the county’s earlier decision not to enforce mask wearing, TriCounty planned to discuss “appropriate steps” with the state health

department before considering any action against the county, Douglas said.

“I think we ought to be talking about vaccines,” Douglas said. “And how to get as many people vaccinated as possible.”

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Public Notices call Sheree 303.566.4088 Legals Public Trustees COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0009-2021 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 19, 2021, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Kristin Clay Original Beneficiary(ies) Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver, Inc. Date of Deed of Trust March 06, 2008 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 10, 2008 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B8027994 Original Principal Amount $104,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $71,748.30 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7, GABRIEL SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 2065 W. Vassar Ave., Englewood, CO 80110.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/23/2021, at The East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 4/29/2021 Last Publication: 5/27/2021 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 02/19/2021 Susan Sandstrom, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan Sandstrom, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lindsay L. McKae #39200 ROBERT S. ARTHUR #9614 Trevor G. Bartel #40449 Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP 1200 17th St, #3000, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 623-9000 Attorney File # 211668-10176 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO. 0009-2021 First Publication: 4/29/2021 Last Publication: 5/27/2021 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0014-2021 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 5, 2021, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) The Plaza at Greenwood, LLC Original Beneficiary(ies) H&M Mortgage and Investments, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt GV Corner, LLC Date of Deed of Trust March 24, 2008 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 01, 2008 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B8037348 Original Principal Amount $800,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $800,000.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

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tenances thereto Tax Schedule No. 2075-16-2-03-017 Assessor Parcel ID No. 2075-16-2-03-017 Also known by street and number as: 7300 E. Belleview Ave., Greenwood Village, CO 80111.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/07/2021, at The East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 5/13/2021 Last Publication: 6/10/2021 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 03/05/2021 Susan Sandstrom, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan Sandstrom, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Clifford L. Neuman #3698 Clifford L. Neuman, P.C. 6800 N. 79th Street, Suite 200, Niwot, CO 80503 (303) 449-2100 Attorney File # 7300 E BELLEVIEW AVE The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 0014-2021 LEGAL DESCRIPTION A PORTION OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, A SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 16, ALSO BEING A PORTION OF THAT PARCEL OF LAND OF RECORD IN BOOK 1687 AT PAGE 561, ARAPAHOE COUNTY RECORDS, BEING A PORTION OF THE NORTHWEST ONE QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 67 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BASIS OF BEARINGS: THE WEST LINE OF THE NORTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 67 WEST

OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN BEING MONUMENTED AT THE NORTH END, BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 16, BY A 3-1/4"ALUMINUM CAP IN RANGE BOX STAMPED "LS 28666" AND AT THE SOUTH END, BEING THE WEST ONE-QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 16, BY A 3-1/2" ALUMINUM CAP IN RANGE BOX STAMPED "LS 7735," CONSIDERED TO BEAR S 00°14'24" E, WITH ALL BEARINGS HEREON RELATIVE THERETO. COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE NORTHWEST ONEQUARTER S 00°14'24" E, A DISTANCE OF 309.61 FEET; THENCE PERPENDICULAR TO SAID WEST LINE N 89°45'36" E, A DISTANCE OF 49.00 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF A RIGHTOF-WAY DOCUMENT RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. B3103738, ARAPAHOE COUNTY RECORDS, BEING MONUMENTED BY A NAIL AND BRASS TAG STAMPED “NOLTE-LS 29430,” SAID POINT BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE PARALLEL TO SAID WEST LINE N 00°14'24" W, A DISTANCE OF 148.02 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF EAST BELLEVIEW AVENUE AS DESCRIBED IN A DOCUMENT RECORDED IN BOOK 1021 AT PAGE 217, ARAPAHOE COUNTY RECORDS; THENCE ALONG SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE S 84°40'55" E, A DISTANCE OF 131.68 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL OF LAND; THENCEA LONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID PARCEL OF LAND S 00°12'40" E, A DISTANCE OF 134.33 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL OF LAND; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PARCEL OF LAND S 89°21’04" W, A DISTANCE OF 131.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. (AS DESCRIBED BY CHARLES BERESFORD, PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR COLORADO P.L.S. NO. 35583).

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Legal Notice NO. 0014-2021 First Publication: 5/13/2021 Last Publication: 6/10/2021 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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TENNIAL MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ADDING SECTION 18-11-40 OF THE CENTENNIAL MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE SAME The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk and is also available on the City’s web site, www.centennialcolorado.com. The ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk, 303-754-3324. by a vote of 8 in favor and 0 against.

(First published April 22, 2021) By: Barbara Setterlind, MMC, City Clerk Legal Notice No. 525213-6179 First Publication: May 20, 2021 Last Publication: May 20, 2021 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Centennial Citizen

Bids and Settlements Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT City of Centennial Lone Tree Creek Regional Trail Project No. 20-08-02 Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 3826-107(1), C.R.S., that the City of Centennial, Colorado (the “City”) will make final payment at the hour of 10:00 a.m. on 06/18/2021 (the “Final Settlement Date”) to the following contractor: American Civil Contractors LLC (hereinafter, the “Contractor”), for and on account of all work completed by the Contractor on City Project No. 20-08-02 – Lone Tree Creek Regional Trail (the “Project”).

The Project was completed within the boundaries of the City, in Arapahoe County, Colorado at 13133 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial, Colorado 80112.

1. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has an unpaid claim against the Project for and on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, or other supplies used or consumed by the Contractor or any subcontractor in or about the performance of the Project, may at any time up to and including the Final Settlement Date, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim.

2. Any such claim(s) shall be filed with the City Clerk at 13133 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial, Colorado 80112 prior to the Final Settlement Date.

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, May 17, 2021, the Centennial City Council approved the following ordinance on second and final reading: ORDINANCE NO. 2021-O-06 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CENTENNIAL, COLORADO, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 2020 EDITION, AMENDING SECTION 18-11-10 OF THE CEN-

3. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to the Final Settlement Date shall relieve the City from any and all liability for such claim(s).

Legal Notice No. 525222-60180 First Publication: May 20, 2021 Last Publication: May 20, 2021 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Centennial Citizen

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