Denver Herald Dispatch June 26, 2025 by Colorado Community Media

Bryant-Webster’s Mariachi Juvenil keeps heritage front and center

BY JILL CARSTENS SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

If you are new to the north Denver area, you may not be aware of how much of its charm comes from deep roots in the Latino culture. Bryant-Webster Dual Language School is keeping this heritage alive and well through their Mariachi Juvenil after school band program.

Within the brick walls of this historic building, music teacher Jacquie Linan, or Miss Linan, guides students in this joyful Mexican artform.

When asked about the additional bene ts of the program, eighth-grader and trumpet player Max Diaz said, “Being

in the mariachi band has helped me to try new things and become more social.” He has participated in the band since he was in the third grade.

“He’s not afraid to try anything after participating in mariachi,” added his dad, Nathan Diaz. e student mariachi band is supported by a combination of funds from Denver Public Schools, grants and donations. Miss Linan has been the band director for about ten years and has close ties to this music form.

“When I was a kid, my dad was a musician broker and actually provided the rst mariachi band to Casa Bonita when they opened in the 1970s,” she said.

Council, community members discuss safety on 32nd Avenue

Meeting focuses on section between Irving, Perry streets

BY ALLEN COWGILL SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

In May, Denver City Council President Amanda P. Sandoval, the representative for north Denver, hosted a community meeting with the West Highlands Neighborhood Association to address community concerns about safety and parking issues on West 32nd Avenue between Irving Street and Perry Street. Dozens of residents attended as well as business owners. Sta in attendance included people from the Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), including DOTI Executive Director Amy Ford. Also present were three o cers from Denver Police District 1. Sandoval said she has heard safety concerns from the community about the street, including intersection safety, drivers speeding, drivers running stop signs and drivers not yielding to pedestrians.

She also said there have been concerns about restrictive permit parking and a lack of parking enforcement as well as issues about the new speed humps on West 29th Avenue, which are causing tra c to divert to parallel streets. e council president said she used to hear concerns about speeding on 29th Avenue. After the speed cushions were installed, she said that slowed tra c on that street.

Miss Linan’s sister started the program in 2004 with the goal of helping to teach and preserve a connection to Mexican heritage. It is thriving with three sections of students participating from grades three through eight.

An Emmy Award-winning YouTube video demonstrates the skill, if not joy involved when even the youngest students perform. A link to the video is in this article online.

“ ey love the ‘gritos’ part of the performance,” said Linan. Gritos is when one of the band members yelps out loud in excitement while playing.

During the open forum, many residents expressed similar concerns about safety on West 32nd Avenue. One resident suggested adding speed cushions on the street in the problematic section, which was met with applause from the room.

DOTI Community Planner Rolando Melgoza said DOTI was going to study the change in tra c patterns on West 32nd Avenue as well as West 26th Avenue to see how the changes to West 29th Avenue have a ected speed and volume on the parallel collector streets. Melgoza said that it’s considered best practice to wait a few months after a street is changed so tra c patterns can normalize.

Student-musician Max Diaz, an eighth-grader at Bryant-Webster Dual Language School, ﬂanked by musicians Leanna Chacon and Faviola Garcia, who are part of an adult mariachi band. PHOTO BY JILL CARSTENS

La Raza Park: A new beginning for a historic setting

BY ERNEST GURULÉ SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

As golden light settled over Denver’s La Raza Park, and 38th Avenue rush-hour tra c slowed from breakneck to normal, a crowd of people gathered in mid-May for what they had long grown weary of waiting.

e city was ready to deliver on its commitment of new and perpetually promised upgrades to this historic greenspace.

Far from being abandoned by the city, the park, generously speaking, seemed more afterthought than priority. It showed not only its age but a good deal of aesthetic procrastination. But a makeover will transform the park from a mid20th century holdover and give it a newcentury and long overdue look.

Upgrades, said Denver Parks and Recreation spokesman Gordon Robertson, will be far more than cosmetic nip-andtuck. When completed, the park will have had an A-to-Z makeover.

Lighting will be upgraded. A children’s playground and landscaping are also part of the blueprint. e basketball court, long in need of resurfacing, should meet demands for necessary upgrades. And walkways, perfect 50 years ago, will be redesigned and made more accessible. e blueprint will include something for everyone. Work is now underway and the $2 million project, paid for by Elevate and RISE Denver General Obligation Bonds Programs, should be ready in late fall.

“We’re con dent these improvements will continue to build on the legacy of La Raza Park making a cherished community space for generations to come,” said Gordon RobertsonDPR’s director of planning design and construction. e park, which sits along 38th Avenue between Navajo and Osage streets, was

given historic designation by the city in 2023. Its dramatic “kiosko,” or kiosk, homage to a pre-Columbian pyramid, is the park’s foundational centerpiece.

On hand for the announcement was a crowd interspersed with long-time community residents and activists along with a bloodline from “back in the day.” is

Peter McNeilly named U.S. attorney

Appointee for Colorado has fought cartels, focused on fentanyl prosecutions

U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi appointed Peter McNeilly to serve as the United States Attorney for the District of Colorado.

McNeilly was sworn in by United States District Judge Daniel D. Domenico on June 16. Before his appointment, McNeilly served as an assistant United States attorney in Colorado since 2014. As a federal prosecutor, McNeilly focused on pursuing members of Mexican drug cartels, reducing violent crime and combating the increase in fentanyl-related deaths, which has made him one of the leading fentanyl prosecutors in the state. As a supervisor within the U.S. Attorney’s

O ce, McNeilly oversaw the creation of federal task forces focused on transnational organized and violent crime.

In addition to his previous roles, McNeilly served as deputy United States attorney, chief of the Transnational Organized Crime and Money Laundering Section, the District of Colorado’s opioid coordinator, and the lead strike force attorney for the Denver Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces Strike Force.

McNeilly is also a lieutenant colonel in the United States Marine Corps. Before joining the U.S. Attorney’s O ce, he was a Marine judge advocate. While he was on active duty, he prosecuted cases throughout the Marine Corps’ western region, which included sexual assaults, child exploitation, nancial crimes and crimes committed in Iraq and Afghanistan. In the reserves, he serves as a prosecutor, legal advisor on the sta for a threestar commanding general and is currently in his second tour as a military judge.

In his new role, McNeilly

will oversee all federal criminal prosecutions, as well as all civil litigation on behalf of the United States government in Colorado. He will lead a team of more than 160 attorneys, sta and government contractors.

McNeilly’s senior leadership team consists of J. Bishop Grewell, who is the rst assistant United States attorney and chief of the appellate division, and Marcy Cook, the deputy United States attorney.

included the progeny of long-ago Chicano and Indigenous voices who often began or ended protests there in the days of the tumultuous Civil Rights Movement.

North High student represents Colorado for medical congress at UMass-Lowell

BY STAFF REPORT ERIC@COTLN.ORG

Donovan Garcia, a junior at Denver North High School, served as a delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders from June 25-27 at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell.

e congress is an honors-only program for high school students who want to become physicians or go into medical research elds.

e purpose is to honor, inspire, motivate and direct the top students int the country interested in these careers, to stay true to their dream and to provide a path, plan and resources to help them achieve that goal, according to a press release from the congress.

Garcia’s nomination was signed by Dr. Mario Capecchi, a Nobel Prize-winner in the eld of medicine and the science director of the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists, to represent Colorado based on his academic achievement,

Donovan Garcia

leadership potential and determination to serve humanity, according to the release.

During the congress, Garcia joined students from across the country and hear from Nobel Laureates and National Medal of Science recipients to discuss leading medical research. For more information, visit futuredocs.com.

Residents and Denver city o cials dig the ﬁrst dirt of the improvements to La Raza Park in mid-May.

More Buyers Are Choosing ARMs — Here’s Why It Might Be a Smart Strategy

Adjustable Rate Mortgages (or ARMs) were commonly used by purchasers from 2004 to 2006. Roughly 35% of mortgages originated during those years were “adjustable.” After the 2008 housing/ fiscal crisis, caused in part by risky mortgage loan products including ARMs, the number of ARM transactions made in the U.S. plummeted. But now we are seeing a resurgence of them.

As in the past, Jaxzann Riggs, owner of The Mortgage Network, helped me with the current situation so I could share it with you.

What Exactly Is an ARM?

Until recently there was not much incentive for borrowers to consider an ARM because (unlike the ARMs offered 2004-2008) there was virtually no disparity between rates offered on ARMs, and those offered on a 30-year fixed rate loan. In the past 30 days that has changed. As of June 15th, Mortgage Daily News reported an average rate of 6.88% and 6.90% for a 30-year fixed rate loan versus 6.625% and 6.45% being offered on a 5-year Adjustable Rate Mortgage.

An ideal ARM borrower often:

 Plans to live in the home for fewer than 5, 7 or 10 years;

Ultimately, the risks of an ARM are manageable, providing you understand and plan for them.

An ARM is a home loan with an interest rate that adjusts over time. Historically, you start with a lower, fixed interest rate for a set period — typically 5, 7, or 10 years — and then the rate adjusts at regular intervals based on market conditions.

For example, a 7/1 ARM locks in your rate for seven years, then adjusts annually. A 10/6 ARM is at a fixed rate for 10 years, then adjusts every six months. These loans are structured with caps to limit how much your rate (and payment) can increase at each adjustment or over the life of the loan.

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Why More Buyers Are Taking a Second Look at ARMs

Many purchasers anticipate rate cuts ahead. By using an ARM now, they will enjoy a slightly lower rate during the initial fixed period. Some have the hope that, instead of increasing on the adjustment date, the rate will remain the same or possibly come down. Experts say that the current flatter yield curve supports that theory.

While ARMs aren’t one-size-fits-all, they make a lot of sense for certain buyers, especially those with short- to mid-term homeownership plans or who are financially stable enough to absorb a future rate increase if needed.

 Has a stable income and good credit or anticipates increases in income that would allow them to keep up with increases, in case their bet on the direction of rates turns out to be wrong;

 Has a financial safety net in case payments rise; and

 Understands how interest rate adjustments work.

This isn’t about gambling on the market, it’s about strategic planning. That’s where an experienced mortgage loan officer becomes invaluable. They can help you compare options, understand caps and margins, and decide whether an ARM aligns with your financial goals.

ARMs today are far more borrowerfriendly than they were in decades past. Most no longer carry prepayment penalties, and most feature rate caps that protect against sharp increases. And if rates go down, you may even benefit from lower payments and, of course, borrowers always have the option to refinance at a fixed rate when the time is right.

The Bottom Line In a high-cost housing market like Denver’s, flexibility matters. An adjustable-rate mortgage could be a smart, strategic choice; especially when guided by the right mortgage professional. Whether you're buying your first home, upsizing for a growing family, or simply exploring ways to maximize your budget, it’s worth having a conversation with a trusted loan officer.

Jaxzann Riggs and her team at The Mortgage Network have helped thousands of Colorado homebuyers find the right loan for their life plans—whether that’s an ARM or something else entirely. To explore your options and see if an ARM could work for you, call Jaxzann on her cell, (303) 990-2992 or visit www.TheMortgageNetworkOnline.com

Rising, Homeowners Without Air Conditioning Are Asking What’s the Best Way to Add It

I have a listing coming up later this summer in the Beverly Heights section of Golden. It has hot water baseboard heating, which is wonderful, but that means there are no ducts to distribute air from an A/C compressor.

Homes with forced air heating systems have it easy. A “chiller” connected to an outdoor A/C compressor can be mounted above the firebox for a few thousand dollars. It uses the same ducts as the furnace, and the forced air unit becomes an “air handler” for delivering the cooled air.

I have previously promoted the idea of using a heat pump to drive that “chiller” unit. Not only does it provide needed cooling, but the heat pump can also provide efficient heating in the winter, leaving the gas furnace idle or used only when it’s colder than the heat pump can handle (below 0º F with today’s cold climate heat pumps).

But what if there are no ducts, as in my listing in Beverly Heights?

The answer depends partly on the style of the house. Is it one-story, two-story, or splitlevel? The one-story home is easiest to accommodate with a ductless solution. An A/C compressor can be mounted on the roof, with an air handler in the attic below it. From there, flexible round ducts (not rectangular metal ducts) can direct that air to ceiling vents in the living area and the separate bedrooms, with a return air vent somewhere in between, such as in the ceiling of a hallway.

Alternatively (my preference), a groundmounted heat pump compressor can be positioned on an unobtrusive side of the house, with two hoses going to each of the wallmounted “mini splits” in those same rooms. The hoses are hidden in square conduits, usually white, measuring 3 or 4 inches square, running around the house at ground level and

then up the exterior walls to where the inside mini-split units are located.

I was fortunate to have a flat roof on my former office building, and I was able to put the compressor on the roof and run the two homes to three different mini-splits entirely on the roof, eliminating those visible conduits.

The conduits don’t have to be run outside, and the mini-splits don’t have to be on an exterior wall. If you visit the Golden Diner at 11th & Jackson in downtown Golden, notice the mini-split on the wall between the kitchen and the serving area.

In a two-story or split-level home, a roofmount compressor with an air handler in the attic becomes less optimal. However, it can still work. Cold air pumped into the top level can settle downward, cooling lower levels. An evaporative cooler (aka “swam cooler”) can work even better, because you can control where the cold air goes by which windows

New Energy Colorado Honors Former Gov. Bill Ritter

At its annual Summer Solstice Party at the Retreat at Solterra, New Energy Colorado presented former Governor Bill Ritter with a “Lifetime Achievement Award,” citing him for “Leading Colorado Towards a Clean Energy Economy.” Left to right, NEC board member Nancy Kellogg and VP Rebecca Cantwell are shown making the presentation. Ritter gave a keynote speech thanking NEC for its advocacy over the years and emphasized the importance of groups like NEC remaining vocal, “especially in these times.” As governor, he embraced and presided over the evolution toward green energy, and he has advocated for it ever since leaving office in 2011.

The event, held annually on the longest day of the year, is NEC’s primary fundraiser, supporting its Metro Denver and Arkansas Valley Green Homes Tours. The Denver tour is held on the first Saturday in October.

you open. That’s because there is no “return air” with a swamp cooler. It pumps outside air into the house, and you have to provide ways for that air to escape after doing its job of cooling the interior.

If you’re new to Colorado and came here from a locale with high summer humidity (Brooklyn, in my case), you may not be familiar with evaporative cooling. It works in the same way that a rain shower works. As the rain falls, it evaporates, thereby cooling the outside air. In a swamp cooler, a pump circulates a reservoir of water through membranes on the sides of the unit. A squirrel fan draws outside air through those water-soaked membranes, cooling the air by 10 or more degrees and pumps that cooled air into the home. The lower the outdoor humidity and the faster the fan, the more cooling you get.

But that air has to escape and it will travel through your home based on where there’s an open window. Four inches is the prescribed size of windows openings, and you can secure your window so an intruder cannot open it further and perhaps install an alarm.

The downside of the swamp cooler is that it requires occasional service, and if the unit is on the roof, that can be difficult or dangerous. The water in the reservoir, which is replenished constantly by a 1/4-inch supply pipe from inside your home, becomes dirty over time because of the soot that is being removed from the outside air by the water-

soaked membranes through which the air is being pumped. At the end of each cooling season and a couple times during the season, that water needs to be drained, and the membranes rinsed clean or replaced and the reservoir cleaned. At the end of the season, the reservoir and the supply pipe need to be drained to avoid freezing.

A heat-pump system with up to five minsplit wall units can work fine on a 2-story or split-level home. The conduits from the compressor to the wall units just have to run further up the outside of the house. At left is a picture of such a compressor with four wall units, each with its own thermostat. That’s the best thing about such a system. You could have the mini-split in your bedroom set at 70 degrees overnight and the other wall units off or set higher. This is far more efficient than cooling your entire house when you go to bed, whatever system you are using.

Trump Can Replace Fed Chair Next Year — What That Could Mean for Real Estate On my blog, I have a link to an interesting article from Brad at “Briefcase: Real Estate News” about Trump’s pressure on Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell to drastically reduce interest rates or resign. Powell says he won’t resign, but his term is up in 2026, and Trump is sure to replace him with someone like Treasury Secretary Bessent who would do his bidding. See http://RealEstateToday.substack.com

A 5-BR Golden Home With a True Chef’s Kitchen

$1,495,000

Homes in this late ’90s subdivision backing to the foothills come on the market rarely and sell quickly. This one at 165 Washington Street is especially sweet, with the most awesome chef’s kitchen you’ve likely ever seen. Beautiful maple hardwood floors grace the main level, with newer carpeting upstairs and in the walk-out basement. The Table Mountain views from every level, but especially from the primary suite, will take your breath away. If you’re a soccer fan, the posters and awards in the main-floor study will leave you wishing for autographs! A narrated video walk-through with drone footage can be viewed online at www.GRElistings.com. Or call your agent or Jim Smith at 303-525-1851 to schedule a private showing.

A single heat pump can drive up to 5 mini-splits, each with its own wireless thermostat.

Cyclist cruises by on coast-to-coast journey

Teddy Bloom rides for free speech, rights

BY ALEX K.W. SCHULTZ SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

In a time when the country is so divided and many feel the democratic way of life is being threatened in one way or another, 37-year-old Teddy Bloom is going for a bike ride.

But not just any bike ride. He’s dubbed it the Ride4Rights, a California-to-Washington, D.C., expedition to raise awareness of and support for four issues he says are vital to the American way of life: freedom of speech, justice, education and unity.

e Santa Fe, New Mexico, native started at the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco on April 20 and arrived in Denver on June 7. He plans to reach his nal destination, the Washington Monument, on Aug. 14.

He will have covered roughly 3,000 miles on his Kona Libre gravel bike and made 100 or so stops by the time it’s all said and done.

is isn’t a left or right issue, the New Mexico Department of Transportation employee said. It’s simply for “people who like living in America and being in a democracy.”

“I do have more left supporters because they’re more against what the current administration is doing, but I do have a fair number of conservative supporters who like the conservative ideas of small government and states’ rights and whatnot,” Bloom said.

On freedom of speech and justice, Bloom said, “You need free speech to really be able to assess the needs of the people in the country, to know the problems around the country, or what people need for their jobs and work. at’s how lawmakers can make good decisions. Justice, everybody should have due process. at way it’s as fair as possible.”

Bloom said he picked education as one of his riding themes because he believes it’s important for people to understand why certain federal agencies exist and what exactly those workers do.

Lastly, speaking about unity, he said, “It’s the idea that you shouldn’t be doing something just to screw over other people. When you’re trying to make a law or implement a process or something, it should be either because it’s to your bene t or the bene t of other people. In looking at the internet at least, people seem to have lost some interest in that.”

To amplify his work, Bloom created a website, posts regularly on several social media platforms and shares a daily vlog on YouTube.

When he enters a city or town, he also encourages others to ride along with him, if only for a few miles.

And while he’s run into some obstacles along the way — a tweaked hamstring early on, sloppy dirt roads, a hailstorm in Limon — he doesn’t plan on stopping until he reaches the marble obelisk in the nation’s capital.

“I wanted to do something a lot of people could get behind,” Bloom said. “ ese are very basic things for a democracy to function.”

Follow Bloom’s journey at ride4rights. com.

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During their big fundraising performance at Su Teatro on May 19, students were lovingly introduced by Miss Linan as they approached the front of the stage to solos. It was clear by the audience participation during songs like, “La Bamba,” that the program is valued within its community. Miss Linan proudly announced that the mariachi program has served over 500 students since its inception.

A big part of these performances is the

costumes the students wear.

“A great deal of the funding we need goes to updating these costumes as they wear out,” added Miss Linan. Max Diaz said his involvement with the mariachi program has also created a sense of community for him as he has progressed through school.

“Everybody knows Max,” added his dad. is community spirit brings students in from far away neighborhoods, in part, to be able to attend Bryant-Webster for the mariachi program.If you are interested in Mariachi Juvenil for your student or wish to donate, go to the Bryant-Webster school website for more information.

Santa Fe cyclist Teddy Bloom poses for a photo with his bicycle. Bloom is biking across America to raise awareness of and support for four issues he says are vital to the American way of life: freedom of speech, justice, education and unity. COURTESY PHOTO

Bryant-Webster Dual Language School music teacher Jacquie Linan stands in front of the full Mariachi Juvenil band during their May recital. PHOTOS BY JILL CARSTENS

We live in a world where “ask and ye shall receive” has been co-opted by Amazon, Uber Eats, and same-day shipping. e ancient call to persistence has been replaced with a prompt: “Buy now.” We can have food, clothing, furniture, and entertainment delivered faster than we used to be able to get a pizza. But in a world where instant grati cation rules the day, are we quietly losing the hunger and thirst that used to drive us? ink about it: for most of us, if we want something, within reason, we can get it within a few hours. Groceries? Sameday. A new book? On your Kindle in seconds. Need a workout plan? ousands of in uencers will stream one into your living room before your co ee brews. And yet, when everything is easy, urgency tends to fade. Convenience creeps into our ambition. Where we once hungered for excellence, sweated, strained, and hustled, many now watch reels about working out more than they actually work out. We’ve replaced action with consumption, thirst with scrolling. e quieting of the hunter. At one time, most of us were hunters. We pursued dreams, chased goals, and took on chal-

Stay hungry, stay thirsty

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lenges with the intensity of someone who knew there was no shortcut, no easy button. Today? We often settle for “good enough” because it’s more comfortable. We binge the podcast on success instead of mapping out a plan to pursue it ourselves. is ease has dulled the edge that once drove us. It’s not that we don’t want more; we just don’t need to ght for it anymore. And when the struggle disappears, so often does the spark. ere is an urgency that fuels passion. ere’s a dangerous kind of complacency that hides behind comfort. It’s the kind that confuses manufactured urgency (“I need my package today”) with the deeper urgency that fuels our purpose and passion, the kind that gets us out of bed early and keeps us up late, chasing the best version of ourselves. When we are truly hungry or thirsty, almost nothing can stand in our way. Real hunger doesn’t wait for conditions to be perfect. It pushes through excuses.

Exercise has value, even when mobility is limited

Exercise and stretching are crucial for women of all ages, especially as we age. roughout menopause, women naturally lose muscle mass along with a drop in estrogen levels. As we age, we can also lose some of our mobility, making traditional exercises a challenge. ere are a few di erent ways women can exercise, even if limited, to gain strength and better health. With even 30 minutes a week, there can be bene cial results.

Strength Training. roughout menopause, women naturally lose muscle mass along with a drop in estrogen levels. Strength training slows the process of muscle loss during this phase of life. Lifting weights helps build the lost muscle, increase strength and improve balance and mobility. If you are new to strength training, consider going to a class to learn the proper techniques that will help you safely work out. Many of these exercises can be done in a sitting position.

Water Workouts. Swimming, water aerobics and water walking are very bene cial for women who have mobility issues. While you are in the water, your body weight is absorbed, meaning you can walk without the impact and pain on your joints. e added bonus is you get to enjoy the water and reap the bene ts of hydrating your skin.

Recumbent Bikes. Recumbent machines allow women to exercise from a relaxed position compared to other machines. is makes it easier to get on and o the equipment. It is an excellent way to incorporate aerobic activity, which is important for heart health. is allows you to move your legs without putting the impact on your joints or risking a fall. Pilates and Yoga. Pilates and yoga help strengthen di erent muscles while also improving balance. e various movements help to improve your range of mo-

Real thirst doesn’t stay on the couch; it gets up and moves toward something greater. is isn’t just about business or tness. It shows up in our relationships, too. Remember when you went the extra mile for someone you were falling in love with? When’s the last time you did that? Has it become easier to skip the date night, to say “we’re good” instead of doing the little things that used to light up your relationship?

Maybe there’s someone in your life who’s thirsty for your attention, your spouse, your child, your team at work, and you’ve stopped noticing. It’s not that you don’t care. It’s just that it’s easier not to act. And easier is the enemy of excellence.

When I coach sales leaders and teams, I often ask what separates the top 1% from the rest. e words that come up again and again are “hungry and thirsty.” Not the most experienced, not the best educated. Hungry, irsty, Driven. at kind of drive creates a comfortable lead between the top performer and their nearest competitor, and keeps it. ere is a deeper hunger still. And for many of us, there’s another hunger, the

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spiritual kind. A thirst that isn’t quenched by comfort, success, or material gain. “As the deer pants for the water, so my soul pants for You, my God.” at hunger and thirst for a deeper relationship with God is not about going through the motions; it’s about pursuit, passion, and presence. Stay hungry. Stay thirsty. Not for the quick win or the same-day delivery. But for the things that truly matter, the goals that stretch you, the relationships that nourish you, and the faith that anchors you. In a world of ease, choose the pursuit. Choose the climb. Choose the passion that only hunger and thirst can bring.

Are you still hungry and thirsty, or has complacency and convenience overtaken your desires, goals, and dreams? I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we can choose commitment over convenience, it really will be a better-than-good life.

Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.

opportunity that aligned with his goals to upskill and advance his career. anks to that support, Jon completed his Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certi cation from Purdue University. He then went on to secure a position earning six gures as a Continuous Improvement Manager at Entegris Inc.

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tion. Often women do not move their joints as much as they should, which makes this an easier way to get moving. Chair yoga is another option for women with limited mobility because it focuses on slow and controlled movements with an emphasis on relaxation. Yet, the bene ts can be amazing because the stronger you get through these exercises, the less you can feel the need to use the chair. Stretching. Stretching is one of the best practices for women that is often overlooked. When incorporated into a daily routine, it can help improve exibility, reduce pain and improve sleep. e best thing about stretching is it can be done anywhere at any time of the day. Try a few stretches in your bed as you wake up or in the evening to wind down your day. Stretching can also be a perfect work break. It will loosen up your body and refresh your focus. All of these exercises are good for physical health and mental health. Exercise releases endorphins, which improves your mood, memory and self-esteem while also reducing the feeling of anxiety and depression. Carving out time in your daily routine to do these exercises can improve your quality of life as well. So don’t let limited mobility be an obstacle, there are lots of ways to gain strength, exibility and better health with a few minutes of exercise each week.

is guest column was written by Dr. Terry Dunn, the owner of Foothills Urogynecology, a Denver-based practice specializing in women’s health. To learn more, visit www.urogyns.com.

Harnessing the power of Colorado’s Public Workforce System

When you or someone close to you loses their job unexpectedly, life gets hard. Stress levels rise when you are forced to answer questions like, “Do I have enough saved to get me through the next couple of months?”

Or “Times are changing, and my last role rarely exists anymore. How will I transfer those skills?” Or even “Who is going to hire me at this stage in my career?”

What many job seekers who nd themselves in this situation don’t realize is that Colorado’s Public Workforce System is here for you. With more than 50 workforce centers across the state and a plethora of services available, we can help you, your family members, neighbors and former colleagues through any period of joblessness.

Jon F. found himself answering some of the questions above when his company in the manufacturing industry shut down due to foreign trade. After ve years with the company and late in his career, Jon struggled to nd employment. He worried he would have to relocate to nd a similar role. Not wanting to uproot his family from the life they built in Colorado Springs, Jon visited his local workforce center, and a job coach supported his application to participate in the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA)* program.

Jon’s TAA counselor identi ed an

Jon is one of nearly 4,000 Coloradans who have taken advantage of the TAA program. e TAA program is designed to help workers whose careers have been impacted by foreign trade. ose who qualify have access to bene ts including job training, programs for certi cate and advanced degrees, case management services, job search support and relocation allowances during training. e program equips workers, like Jon, with the skills and credentials needed to secure well-paying, in-demand employment.

Ninety percent of TAA participants completed their training with an industry credential, certi cation or degree.

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Renaissance Festival returns for 48th season

BY ELISABETH SLAY ESLAY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Step beyond the castle gates and into a world of kings and queens, knights and jousts, jesters, witches and wandering minstrels as the Colorado Renaissance Festival returns to Larkspur for its 48th season.

e festival opened on June 14 and will remain open until Aug. 3.

Nestled within towering castle walls, this beloved summer tradition transforms a forested hillside into a bustling village, where the clang of swords, the scent of roasted turkey legs and the melodies of lute music ll the air.

is year’s event promises both beloved traditions and exciting new additions. Kristy Ekiss, operations manager and performer, said among the headliners is Adam Crack, a Guinness World Record-holding whip artist, who will perform during the festival’s rst three weekends.

New artists will also join the bustling artisan marketplace, including a stained glass creator, a permanent jewelry booth and talented graphic artists.

“I think people enjoy getting away from digital entertainment and stepping into a 360 theatrical experience,” Ekiss said.

Additionally, she said the Colorado Renaissance Festival is known for its fully immersive environment, where every visitor becomes part of the show. e cast is a highlight for many, renowned for being one of the most interactive festivals around.

“We are known for having one of the friendliest and most interactive casts in the country.

Look for them throughout the day in the lanes and enjoy the small one-on-one interactions just as much as the big, impressive stage shows,” Ekiss said.

Tens of thousands of attendees are expected to visit the festival throughout the summer, drawn by the mix of entertainment, shopping, food and fantasy.

“I also play the Queen on the weekends, and my favorite part is meeting the children and making them smile — especially at Royal Teatime,” Ekiss said. “I think the little moments

can be just as magical as the big ones.”

As the Colorado Renaissance Festival celebrates nearly ve decades as part of the state’s summer traditions, organizers are excited to welcome back returning guests and rst-timers alike.

“We are honored to be celebrating 48 seasons as a part of the Colorado community and can’t wait to see everyone,” Ekiss said.

For details on tickets, themed weekends and special performances, visit coloradorenaissance.com/.

Wings Over The Rockies exhibit explores math

2theXtreme o ers interactive learning experience for kids

BY MICHAEL GILES SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

e Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum launched its brand-new 2theXtreme exhibit on June 1, o ering an exciting new learning experience for kids and families seeking fun and educational activities this summer.

is innovative exhibit, developed by Evergreen Exhibits, highlights the vital role math plays in our everyday lives, providing an interactive experience where children can discover just how much math shapes the world around them.

“ e whole idea is to show how math is a part of your life,” said Stewart Bailey, the exhibit’s curator. “ e exhibit uses all sorts of fun, interactive activities to get this across. ere are di erent themed areas, including sports, robotics, the environment, computer-related games, music, fashion and architecture.”

Children can expect to learn tons of exciting information, like how to make skateboards or snowboards perform faster using math, the mathematics behind Mars Rovers, and even the math behind predicting

weather patterns to create their own reports.

Bailey also mentioned that there is a part of the exhibit called Style Revolution, which takes a 360-degree photo of you, which you can email to yourself as a free souvenir. According to the Sloan Museum in Flint, Michigan, where this exhibit was last seen, the 360-degree photo was a big hit for their visitors.

ere’s another area called Pedaling to the Peak that is all about bicycling, showing you a graph of your performance.

However, if sports or things that have to do with the outdoors aren’t within your interest, rest assured, as this exhibit also highlights how math is involved with the arts. Bailey mentioned that visitors can expect to see a gigantic interactive musical instrument structure that demonstrates how math interacts with music.

With such a wide variety of themes, every child will have an opportunity to see how math in uences the things they already love. e exhibit features over 40 interactive, real-world math elements to explore, ensuring that every visitor, regardless of their interest in math, will nd something to spark their curiosity.

seekers who receive sta -assisted services earn $11,672 more annually than those who don’t. And chances are, you and your neighbors may not know you have access to these free services. ese free services o ered

e 2theXtreme exhibit is included with general admission to the museum and will be open until Sept. 7. Buy tickets online at www.wingsmuseum.org.

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Two soldiers joust on the ﬁeld at the Colorado Renaissance Festival, which runs until Aug. 3 this year. COURTESY OF DUSTIN LIANG

KICK UP SOME DIRT AT THE COUNTY FAIRS AND RODEOS

BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Since their beginning, county fairs and rodeos have served as a place for members of the community to showcase their projects — animals, crafts, homegoods and culinary skills — celebrating agricultural and Western heritage. ey have included an element of fun, and today’s fairs and rodeos have evolved into a vibrant summertime event with live entertainment, music, carnival games and rides. And something they all have in common: mutton bustin’ and 4-H showcases.

Mutton bustin’ is a popular rodeo event in which children, typically between the ages of 4 and 7, ride sheep. e goal is to hold on as long as possible.

4-H stands for head, heart, hands and health. It is a national youth development program for children 5 through 18. Whether it’s agriculture, science, civic engagement or health, the program provides real-life experiences.

Arapahoe County

Date: July 24 to July 27

Location: Arapahoe County Fairgrounds at 25690 E. Quincy Ave. Aurora Website: arapahoecountyfair.com

First held in 1906, the Arapahoe County fair is one of the county’s longest-standing community traditions. ere’s plenty to explore with the mix of classic rodeo-style events and more modern activities, like silent discos and trampoline shows.

In addition to some new carnival rides, there will be a handful of shows and attractions available each day of the fair. ese include axe throwing, Canine Stars Stunt Dogs and the Perfection on Wheels BMX show. e Raptor Event Avian Show and Yucca Braiding take place July 25-27.

If some of the carnival rides are too intense for the younger children, the Kid’s Corral and Petting Farm will be open everyday as well.

Other performances include martial arts, a foot archery performer, Polynesian re dancers, e XO Dance Band,

hobby horse races, tractor pulls, the CPRA Rodeo and reworks. ere will also be a variety of contests, such as the livestock costume contest, knitting and crochet contests, jigsaw puzzle contests and the longest potato peel contests.

An admission ticket includes unlimited carnival rides, free parking, reworks, stage entertainment and access to all the shows and attractions. However, some attractions — such as Midway Arcade Games, the Pours on the Plains event and Boots Not Suits Fair Kick-O Dinner — require separate tickets.

Also, the tickets are only valid for one day. People will have to purchase a separate ticket if wanting to attend additional days.

Adams County

Date: July 30 to Aug. 3

Location: Riverdale Regional Park at 9755 Henderson Rd, Brighton

Website: adamscountyfair.com

e rst fair in Adams County was held in 1904, but it wasn’t called the Adams County Fair. e opening day was actually known as Tomato Day because two teams representing Democratic and Republican opponents faced one another and on command, threw tomatoes at the opposing team.

But, according to the county, the fair dates back even further: 1888. Back then, monthly market days featured horse-and-plow races, as well as cattle being auctioned o .

Today, much of that can still be experienced — minus the tomato throwing. is year’s fair will o er various 4-H livestock shows that include poultry, swine, sheep, rabbits, goats and other large animals. ere will also be racing pigs and amazing dog acts.

Friends and families will also have the chance to meet Paz the Sports Guy, sit down for a caricature, watch demolition derbies, play games and ride carnival rides.

As for music, the county has some big names coming to town. ey include Tyler Braden, Bayker Blankenship, Adrien Nunez and e Band Perry. en, on Aug. 3, Adams County is bringing back Dia de la Familia to celebrate community and culture, with performances by La Kumbre con K, Banda Arkangel, Charreada and more.

Admission to the fair is free. However, carnival wristbands range from $25 to $35 throughout the week.

Guests will also need a parking pass, which is $20. ose who pre-pay get $5

with a frisbee during a dog show at a previous year’s Arapahoe County Fair.

o . Get the pass at tinyurl.com/adamscounty-fair-parking. ere will be a free shuttle to take guests from local schools to the fair.

Douglas County

Date: July 25 to Aug. 3

Location: Douglas County Fairgrounds at 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock Website: douglascountyfairandrodeo. com

According to the Douglas County Library Archives, the county held a parade back in the 1950s as a way to promote the fair and encourage the community’s participation. It’s safe to say that plan worked — Douglas County now boasts a fair that is a 10-day event.

e carnival, fair, marketplace, kid’s corral, Discovery Ranch and the Kodiak Ranch petting zoo will be open everyday except for July 28-29. e times for these attractions vary by day.

Filled with homemade quilts, jams, jewelry, paintings and more, the marketplace — located inside the James R. Sullivan Events Center — is home to the creative arts, agriculture and oriculture exhibits, and the 4-H projects.

If you are interested in seeing animals, there will be some free animal shows including the Junior Division Dog Show, Farm Bureau Goat Roping, the Miniature Equine Show and swine and rabbit shows.

Other free events throughout the week include a parade on July 26 in downtown Castle Rock, a vintage car show, bake sale, fashion show, Captain Tall Tale and a pie eating contest.

A variety of free concerts will feature Jared Rogerson and the Rodeo Wreck, Kenya Reese, Ryan Chrys and the Rough Cuts, Wirewood Station, Je rey Alan Band and more.

And, to ensure accessibility to all, the fairgrounds has partnered with Developmental Pathways to host an accessible rodeo and fair experience called Unbridled Rodeo. e event, which will include roping, barrel racing and a mechanical bull, is designed for individuals with disabilities, lower mobility and/or with sensory sensitivity.

A child holds onto a sheep during the mutton bustin’ event at a previous year’s Arapahoe County Fair. PHOTOS COURTESY OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY

COUNTY FAIRS

Some events that require additional tickets are: Dustin Lynch concert; FarmTo-Table Brunch; ProRodeo Bares, Broncos & Bulls Roughstock at the Rock Rodeo; mutton bustin’; ProRodeo Patriot Night; ProRodeo Sponsoship Appreciation Night; and ProRodeo Cowboys for Cops. All rodeo ticket purchases include grounds admission. Grounds admission provides access to the marketplace, kid’s corral, food vendors, Midway stage entertainment, Hometown Rodeo and more special events.

Je erson County

Date: July 26 to Aug. 3

Location: 15200 W. 6th Ave., in Golden

Website: tinyurl.com/je erson-county4-H-fair.

Je erson County will be hosting a 4-H fair featuring some of the youths’ best work and projects.

e fair is free and open to the public and will take place in Exhibit Halls 1-3, the event center, silver spur arena, rodeo arena and horse stalls.

e Westernaires, a mounted precision drill organization, will also be performing from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. on July 23 at the Je erson County Fairgrounds. Some of the Westernaires Red and White division horseback drill teams will bring an exciting and interactive performance. ere will also be activities for all ages, including a petting zoo, face painting and interactive learning opportunities.

While the performance is free to attend, it is encouraged to RSVP, which

can be found at westernaires.org/events.

Elbert County

Date: July 26 to Aug. 3

Location: 95 Ute Ave., Kiowa

Website: elbertcountyfair.com

While the Elbert County fair doesn’t feature a traditional carnival, in the sense of large and exciting rides, there is still much to enjoy for families and people of all ages.

e fair has a free Kiddie Corral area that includes small rides, bouncy houses and face painting. Additionally, the rst day will include a dog show, cattle show and end the night with reworks.

is year’s fair will also begin with a performance by e Walker Williams Band. Other music performances throughout the week will include High Plains Fiddle Fest, WMW Band and BlackHawk.

Although the fair became an o cial annual event in 1904, it was in 1934 that the fair moved to Kiowa and became recognized to focus on 4-H events, which continues to be a main focus. roughout the week, the youngest generation of animal enthusiasts will be showcasing their livestock, featuring dogs, hogs, horses, goats, rabbits, lambs, poultry, beef and dairy animals.

In addition to the team roping events and parade, one of the most exciting events will be the Young Gun Rodeo on July 26. is involves mini bronc, mini bulls, youth barrel racing and mutton busting.

While parking and admission to the fair is free, there are a few events that require the purchase of a ticket. ese include the 4-H Fashion Revue Showcase, mutton bustin’ and the BlackHawk concert.

The Douglas County Fair and Rodeo includes opportunities to view the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association in action. COURTESY OF DOUGLAS COUNTY

Families can play a variety of carnival games at the Douglas County Fairgrounds and win small prizes. COURTESY OF DOUGLAS COUNTY

A young girl stands with a horse at a previous year’s Elbert County Fair. COURTESY OF ELBERT COUNTY

The Elbert County Fair marketplace includes a selection of homemade goods. COURTESY OF ELBERT COUNTY

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Delwest Development will submit an application to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA).

The purpose of this application is to request funding to develop Montbello Townhomes, a 60 unit rental development at 14400 Andrews Dr in Denver, CO. Montbello Townhomes will cost approximately $41,027,931 to construct. Delwest Development will request approximately $1,800,000 in annual State AHTC allocation which equals approximately $10,800,000 of total state tax credit allocation. The result would be approximately $7,776,000 in state equity investment that equals a present value of $7,273,946.

The request of funding is to benefit persons with low and moderate incomes by increasing the availability of affordable housing in Denver. It is not the intent to cause displacement from any existing housing; however, if persons are displaced from their existing residences reasonable housing alternatives shall be offered.

All interested persons are encouraged to contact the applicant for further information. Written comments should be sent to lindsay@delwest.com and will be forwarded to CHFA for consideration during the application process.

Members of the public are invited to attend an online public hearing scheduled for July 8th at 3pm MDT. Please join via the link https://us02web.zoom. us/j/84681543117?pwd=AIECVQbK0tBNPb9JpW6oqAVDJQ4bgO.1&jst=2 or dial in (312) 626-6799 with passcode 84681543117#

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Publication: June 26, 2025

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Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, DENVER COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 1437 Bannock Street Denver, CO 80202

Plaintiff(s): THE TRAILS AT PARKFIELD LAKE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION and Defendant( s ): WARREN HARRIS III ET AL SPRINGMAN, BRADEN, WILSON & PONTIUS, P.C.

- Attorney for Plaintiff

Karen Kelly-Braem, #36282 Kristi Bunge, #34182 Kristin A. Hauptman, #32751 4175 Harlan St #200 Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Phone: (303) 685-4897 Fax: (303) 685-4627

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You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint Case No.2025CV30122 filed with the court in this action, by filing with the Clerk of this Court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of last publication. A copy of the complaint in Case No.2025CV30122 may be obtained from the clerk of the court.

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Legal Notice No. Den 3636

First Publication: June 5, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

Mile High Development will submit an application to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) and the Colorado Division of Housing (DOH).

The purpose of this application is to request funding to develop University Building Lofts, a 120 unit rental development at 910 16th Street Mall in Denver, CO.

University Building Lofts will cost approximately $72,478,334 to construct. Mile High Development will request approximately $1,800,000 in annual State AHTC allocation which equals approximately $10,800,000 of total state tax credit allocation. The result would be approximately $7,776,000 in state equity investment that equals a present value of $7,273,946. The project will also request approximately $156,000 in annual State TOC Credits which equals approximately $936,000 of total state tax credit allocation. The result would be approximately $673,920 in state TOC equity investment that equals a present value of $630,409. The project will also apply to DOH to request $1,300,000 in funding.

All interested persons are encouraged to contact the applicant for further information. Written comments should be sent to gthorn@milehighdevelopment. com and will be forwarded to CHFA and DOH for consideration during the application process.

Members of the public are invited to attend an online public hearing scheduled for July 8th at 2pm MDT. Please join via the link https://us02web.zoom. us/j/81245402015?pwd=737TUhHbEqabwkcyqNHDDmxybtyG3G.1 or dial in (305) 224-1968 with passcode 81245402015#

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Publication: June 26, 2025

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Overland Property Group will submit an application to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) and the Colorado Division of Housing (DOH).

The purpose of this application is to request funding to develop The Reserves at Green Valley Ranch Phase II, a 120 unit rental development at Salida Street at Green Valley Ranch Blvd in Denver, CO.

The Reserves at Green Valley Ranch Phase II will cost approximately $50,583,558 to construct. Overland Property Group will request approximately $1,800,000 in annual State AHTC allocation which equals approximately $10,800,000 of total state tax credit allocation. The result would be approximately $7,992,000 in state equity investment that equals a present value of $7,476,600.

The project will also apply to DOH to request $1,000,000 in funding.

All interested persons are encouraged to contact the applicant for further information. Written comments should be sent to rzent@overlandpg.com and will be forwarded to CHFA for consideration during the

application process.

Members of the public are invited to attend an online public hearing scheduled for July 8th at 1pm MDT. Please join via the link https://us02web.zoom. us/j/89062662870?pwd=tYuveQ6644PVefmRifGubVbwdux6aX.1 or dial in (301) 715-8592 with pass code 89062662870#

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Publication: June 26, 2025

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Braden Irvin Bingham, aka Braden I. Bingham, aka Braden Bingham, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30757

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of County, Colorado on or before October 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Bryce Bingham

Personal Representative P.O. Box 1383 Silverthorne, CO 80498

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Estate of Michael Angelo, a/k/a Michael Anthony Angelo, a/k/a Michael A. Angelo, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30726

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First Publication: June 26, 2025

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Estate of Patricia Jesse Reoh, a/k/a Patricia J. Reoh, a/k/a Patricia Reoh, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30573

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court, Colorado on or before October 12, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Dennis Reoh,Personal Representative c/o Michael Eidelson, Esq. Evolved Legal, LLC 5610 Ward Road, #300 Arvada, CO 80002

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Estate of Catherine Mary McGhee, Deceased Case Number: 25PR156

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to: Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, on or before October 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

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All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before October 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ NADYA VECCHIET-LAMBERT, ESQ. Attorney for Donna Kummet, Personal Representative 6855 South Havana Street Suite 370 Centennial, CO 80112

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Estate of Vernon J. Racek, a/k/a Vernon Jean Racek, a/k/a Vern Racek, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30730

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before October 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Christopher J. Racek c/o M. Carl Glatstein, Esq. Glatstein & O’Brien, LLP

2696 S. Colorado Blvd., Ste 350 Denver, Colorado 80222

Legal Notice No. Den 3677

First Publication: June 26, 2025

Last Publication: July 10, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Elaine L. Crow, aka Elaine Lucille Crow, Deceased Case Number: 25PR30381

Kristi Radosevich, Attorney to the Personal Representative PO Box 2708 Elizabeth, CO 80107

Legal Notice No. 3665

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of BENJAMIN J. JENKINS, aka BENJAMIN JAMES JENKINS, aka BENJAMIN JENKINS, aka BEN J. JENKINS, aka BEN JAMES JENKINS, aka BEN JENKINS, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR030762

Heather K. Jenkins and Christopher T. Jenkins, Co-Personal Representatives

c/o Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver, CO 80203

Legal Notice No. Den 3668

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

also known as Binh T. Nguyen, also known as Binh Nguyen, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30456

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before Monday, October 13, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Kenny Huan Hoang, Personal Representative

c/o Illumine Legal LLC

8055 East Tufts Avenue, Suite 1350 Denver, Colorado 80237

Legal Notice No. Den 3646

First Publication: June 12, 2025

Last Publication: June 26, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch

06/12/25, 06/19/25, 06/26/25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of DAVID CHARLES BROWN, a/k/a DAVID C. BROWN, a/k/a DAVID BROWN, a/k/a DAEV BROWN, Deceased

Case Number: 2025PR30739

Jacquelyn Shaver

Personal Representative

9553 Winterbrook Way Orangevale, CA 95662

Legal Notice No. Den 3672

First Publication: June 26, 2025

Last Publication: July 10, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Zurlinden Lafayette Pearson, Jr.

a/k/a Z.L. Pearson, Jr., Deceased

Case Number: 2025PR30719

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before Monday, October 13, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Julie A. Pearson

a/k/a Julie A. Pearson Little-Thunder

Personal Representative c/o Arlene S. Barringer, Esq. GLATSTEIN & OBRIEN, LLP

2696 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 350 Denver, Colorado 80222

Legal Notice No. Den 3649

First Publication: June 12, 2025

Last Publication: June 26, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch

06/12/25, 06/19/25, 06/26/25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Douglas Cole Shepard,

a/k/a Douglas C. Shepard.

a/k/a Douglas Shepard, a/k/a Doug C. Shepard, a/k/a Doug Shepard, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30163

Rocky Mountain Elder Law

Catherine Silburn, Esq.

Attorney to the Personal Representative 651 Garrison St., Ste. 240 Lakewood, CO 80215

Legal Notice No. DEN-3663

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Deborah Ann Montoya, a/k/a Deborah A. Montoya, a/k/a Deborah Montoya, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR463

All persons having claims against the above named Estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on for before July 25, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Attorney for Personal Representative, Kendra Montoya

DANBORN, THIESSEN & DUNHAM P.C.7400

Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 201 Arvada, Colorado 80003

Legal Notice No. Den 3644

First Publication: June 12, 2025

Last Publication: June 26, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch 06/12/25, 06/19/25, 06/26/25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of George C. Kostur, aka George Clarence Kostur, Aka George Kostur, Deceased Case Number 2025PR30274

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to Denver Probate Court, City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before October 19, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Judith A. Kostur

Personal Representative 983 S. Ivy St. Denver, CO 80224

Legal Notice No. Den 3667

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Chali Berhanu Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30459

Chaltu Berhanu

Personal Representative c/o Whitcomb Selinsky, P.C.

300 Union Blvd., Ste. 200 Lakewood, CO 80228

Legal Notice No. DEN-3662

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Alan Bruce MacClary, aka Alan B. MacClary, and Alan MacClary, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30554

Elizabeth A. Robinson

Personal Representative

367 S. Sherman Street Denver, Colorado 80209

Legal Notice No. Den 3642

First Publication: June 12, 2025

Last Publication: June 26, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch 06/12/25, 06/19/25, 06/26/25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of LUCILLE SCHAEFER, a/k/a LUCILLE ANN SCHAEFER, a/k/a LUCILLE A SCHAEFER, a/k/a LUCILLE KANNE, a/k/a LUCILLE A. KANNE, a/k/a LUCILLE ANN KANNE, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30615

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before October 12, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred, or the claims may be forever barred.

Robert Schaefer

Personal Representative 14185 W Evans Circle Lakewood, CO 80228

Legal Notice No. Den 3648

First Publication: June 12, 2025

Last Publication: June 26, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch 06/12/25, 06/19/25, 06/26/25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of John Francis Manganaro, a/k/a John F. Manganaro, a/k/a John Manganaro, a/k/a Frank Manganaro, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30675

Linda S. Moorhead

Personal Representative

Patrick R. Thiessen (40185)

DANBORN, THIESSEN & DUNHAM P.C. 7400 Wadsworth Blvd, Ste. 201 Arvada, CO 80003

Phone Number: 303-420-1234

Attorney for Linda S. Moorhead

Personal Representative

Legal Notice No. Den 3643

First Publication: June 12, 2025

Last Publication: June 26, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch 06/12/25, 06/19/25, 06/26/25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Billy Lee Oldham, Deceased Case Number 25PR30401

Steve William Perkins

Personal Representative

9264 Highway N Mountain Grove, MO 65711

Legal Notice No. Den 3641

First Publication: June 12, 2025

Last Publication: June 26, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch 06/12/25, 06/19/25, 06/26/25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of J. Logan Barrier, a/k/a Logan Barrier, Deceased. Case Number: 2025PR30706

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, on or before October 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Lindsay W. Barrier, Personal Representative c/o Jefferson C. Hunt, Atty. Reg. #61063

Michael J. Bland, Atty. Reg. #:32440 Harrison LLP 210 University Boulevard, Suite 340 Denver, CO 80206

Legal Notice No. Den 3647

First Publication: June 26, 2025

Last Publication: July 10, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch 06/26/25, 07/03/25, 07/10/25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Burwell Guthrie Shepard, Burwell G. Shepard, and Burwell Shepard, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31165

Irene G. Shepard

Personal Representative 1150 Vine Street, Apartment 303 Denver, Colorado 80206

Legal Notice No. DEN-3664

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald Dispatch

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Margaret Faye Miller, a/k/a Margaret F. Miller, and Margaret Miller , Deceased Case Number 2025PR30697

Erik Miller, Personal Representative 995 Napa Drive, Helena Montana 59601

Legal Notice No. DEN-3661

First Publication: June 12, 2025

Last Publication: June 26, 2025

Publisher: Denver Herald

SAFETY

As such, DOTI will start to study the potential e ects of tra c toward the end of this year. Melgoza also shared data that was collected in September 2024 about speeds on West 32nd Avenue. DOTI found that 85% of drivers were going 28 miles per hour or slower on the street near Highland Square. e posted speed limit there is 25 miles per hour.

One resident expressed frustration with the safety improvements, which he believed were causing more tra c. He said he didn’t feel that it was necessary to slow down drivers just because a few

Ford said her department has a limited budget for tra c-calming throughout the city, about $2 million per year. And while she empathized with the concerns of residents about safety on West 32nd Avenue, the department chose West 29th Avenue for the recent safety project because it was on Denver’s High Injury Network. e high injury network streets are streets that have a disproportionate number of fatal and serious injury crashes. Ford said that most of those streets are larger four-lane arterial roads, such as of the few smaller two-lane roads that fell into the more dangerous category.

Another resident painfully described that she saw Brad Brubaker killed by a driver in a crash at West 32nd Avenue and Lowell in 2021.

e residents said they’d walked that street for 18 years and had never seen anything so “horri c.” e residents said they never saw the motorist hit the brakes.

Another resident said she wanted to see more data instead of anecdotes. She went onto Denver’s crash data website and saw a 30% decrease in accidents for West 29th Avenue and thought the safety improvements were worth it.

She said she also observed that all the accidents on West 32nd were centered around a few key intersections. She also thought it was important for DOTI to not just focus on car data, but also tra c counts for bikes and pedestrians.

Several business owners at the meeting complained that the city has been slow to move on a parking management plan. ey said it was important for businesses to have better parking access for people who need to drive in from elsewhere. ey also wanted to implement safety improvements so the Highland Square area could be more pedestrian-friendly for residents walking to the shops. One owner expressed frustration that they’ve been asking about this for years and have had very little movement.

Allen Cowgill is the Council District 1 Appointee to the DOTI Advisor Board, where he serves as board Co-Chair.