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Candidates square off at debate in Kiowa Voters share views about how political hopefuls fared By Rick Gustafson Special to Colorado Community Media
Elizabeth’s Jacob Morse clears the barrier as he competes in the 300-meter hurdle event during the May 21 Colorado Track and Field Championships. Morse finished fifth in the event and the Cardinal boys finished 27th in the Class 4A team standings. Photos by Tom Munds
Cardinals hold their own at state meet Elizabeth athletes earn places on awards podium By Tom Munds tmunds@colorado communitymedia.com Elizabeth High School athletes came away with some respectable finishes at the May 19-21 Colorado Track and Field Championships held at Jefferson County Stadium.
Members of the Kiowa 4x400 relay team received medals for placing in the event at the May 21 Colorado Track and Field Championship. Kiowa girls finished 18th and the boys team finished 32nd in the Class 2A team standings.
Overall, the Cardinals girls team finished 23rd and the boys team finished 27th in the final team standings among 45 schools in 4A. In the boys division, Jacob Morse had the best individual finish for the Cardinal team, placing fifth in the 110-meter high hurdles. Teammate Ryan Stuchlik, who finished eighth in pole vault, said it was a lot of fun to compete at state. “Pole vault is the only
event I do,” he said after he accepted his medal. “I took up pole vault because it is a lot more fun than all the other events. The polevaulting technique is challenging and you really get an adrenaline rush when you put it all together and clear the bar.” A smilling Stuchlik said stepping onto the awards podium was a great way to wrap up his senior year in high school. In the girls division, Tegan Alexander posted
the best finish for the Cardinals, taking fourth place in the 100-meter dash. Elizabeth also posted seventh-place finishes in the 4x100 relay and the 4x200 relay. Athletes from Kiowa High School competed in Class 2A. The girls team finished 18th in team standings and the boys finished 27th. Melanie Deering led the way, gathering points for the girls team as winner of the 400-meter dash.
Chloe Peterson comes out of the blocks as she runs the first leg for the Elizabeth girls 4x100 relay team during the May 21 Colorado Track and Field Championship. The Cardinals finished seventh in the event and the girls team was 23rd in the Class 4A team standings.
Start with six candidates from two parties, add around 130 county voters from three or more parties, and stir with two moderators: The result was, the Kiowa Community Church Fellowship Hall crackled with ideas and energy on May 24. In the only debate before the Republican primary on June 28, Elbert County commissioner candidates from both parties, two Republicans and one Democrat running for District I seats and two Republicans and one Democrat running for District III, faced off in a debate over the future of Elbert County. The candidates are: District I, Republicans Christopher Richardson and James Whistler and Democrat Marie Soderberg; District III, Republicans Grant Thayer and Scott Wills and Democrat Barbara Miller. Moderators Jerry Bishop (Prairie Times) and Beth Shelly (Ranchland News) asked questions of the six candidates centering on transparency, growth, water, and oil and gas. As expected, the current state of county government was a topic, specifically the infamous November 18 Board of County Commissioners meeting where county employees and several elected officials staged a revolt over a resolution to invoke a contractual precursor to the potential termination of County Attorney Wade Gateley. It has been more than six months since the clashes in November, but the incident remains very much on the minds of people on both sides of the issue, and the atmosphere in the Kiowa remains toxic. In addition, debate participants were also asked to contribute $200 for hot dogs from Charlie’s New York Hot Dogs in Elizabeth to feed the spectators during a break. The remaining $418.85 plus $160.85 contributed by the Prairie Times staff is pledged to benefit Kiowa businesswoman Leanne Goetz, who was recently diagnosed with cancer. District I candidate Soderberg offered her own brand of help for Goetz during her closing comments by commandeering the hat from an audience member, and asking those in attendance to add what they could to the “offering plate.” The 10-minute, impromptu fundraiser netted an additional $410, bringing the total to around $1,000. Debate continues on Page 9
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County settles fired employee’s lawsuit Woman was terminated while taking family leave By Rick Gustafson Special to Colorado Community Media In a unanimous vote, the Elbert County Board of County Commissioners voted to settle a lawsuit filed by former county employee Cherie Radeker. Radeker sued the county, alleging that she was denied due process; that the county violated the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act; and that the county committed breach of contract and promissory estoppel (a violation of promise) when her employment was terminated while she was on family leave in 2013. Following a series of motions, the two sides began settlement negotiations in February. “That conference was unsuccessful, but over this course of litigation there have been continuing discussions regarding settlement,” County Attorney Wade Gateley told the BOCC before the vote on May 25. “We now have reached a settlement, and we have prepared a resolution to approve that settlement if the board decides to do so.” The terms of the settlement require
The BOCC settles a lawsuit filed former employee Cherie Radeker. As part of the $300,000 agreement, the county admitted no wrongdoing regarding her termination in 2013. Photo by Rick Gustafson the county and its insurance carrier, Colorado Technical Services Inc., to compensate Radeker in the amount of $300,000, half paid by county taxpayers, and half from CTSI. “I want to point out that we are part of an insurance pool, but any losses to the
pool, any expenses to the pool will reflect in our rates, so we are trying to be cognizant of that as well,” said Gateley. The agreement settles all claims made by Radeker against the county, as well as County Commissioners Robert Rowland, District I and Larry Ross, District III, and
former District II Commissioner Kurt Schlegel. In addition, the county admits to no wrongdoing. “As explained by the resolution, the primary purpose of this is a business decision. It’s based on the uncertainty of proceeding to jury trial,” said Gateley. “This particular resolution and the release covers all claims and any claims against individuals, any claims that were raised or could have been raised in that lawsuit.” According to Gateley, the county’s legal representative, Andy Nathan of Nathan Dumm & Mayer, felt that the agreement was in “a reasonable range of settlement.” District II Commissioner Kelly Dore said that she was happy that the case had been resolved. “I do hope that future boards and this board can learn from the decisions that were made, the policies that were or were not followed, and we can move on from here,” she said. Rowland reiterated that the settlement was a business decision and maintained that it is not an admission of guilt by the BOCC or the county. “I will contend then now and into the future that there were no violations of policies, procedures, or law,” Rowland said. “It’s just a settlement to avoid any trial by jury.”
Elizabeth parks department adds three board members Staff report Three new members of the Elizabeth Parks and Recreation District Board of Directors were sworn in May 17 after an earlier planned election was canceled.
The three new members, Kelly Moffat, Jason Heerman and Dondi Connelly, joined incumbent JC Cook as the only candidates for the four open seats on the board, prompting the cancellation of the planned May 3 election. The new
board members and Cook, who is the board president, will serve four-year terms. Casey Holt will serve a two-year term. The district also hired a new district administrator, Mike Barney, who will
work with the board of directors to develop a new organizational structure. Barney has 20 years of parks and recreation department management, including previous positions with the cities of Denver and Breckenridge.
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CALENDAR Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@ coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis. Horse lovers of all ages are invited to the Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center open house and adoption day Saturday, June 4. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the center, 5540 E. Highway 86, west of Franktown. Visitors will enjoy guided tours, games, activities, refreshments and visits with horses available for adoption. Professional horse trainer Brent Winston will present trainings and demonstrations. For information, go to www. ddfl.org/equine or call 303-751-5772. Slick Science Children ages 8-12 can explore weather and all of its wackiness, including cloud formations, electrical currents and even tornadoes, at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday, June 6, at the Douglas County Libraries branch in Parker, 10851 S.
Crossroads Drive. Registration is required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Outback Express The Outback Express is a public transit service provided through the East Central Council of Local Governments. It is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical and efficient means of travel for the area. Contact Kay Campbell at 719-541-4275, or call the council’s office at 800-825-0208 to make reservations. Go to http://outbackexpress.tripod.com. To ensure a seat is available, 24-hour advance reservation is appreciated. Upcoming: Monday, June 6 and Monday, June 20, Simla and Matheson to Colorado Springs; Tuesday, June 7 and Tuesday, June 21, Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs; Thursday, June 9, Good Samaritan Nursing Home residents bus ride; Tuesday, June 14, Elizabeth to Colorado Springs or Parker; and Thursday, June 23, Simla and Matheson to Limon.
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The Cowboy Up in Kiowa Rodeo will be Friday and Saturday, June 24-25 at the Elbert County Fairgrounds in Kiowa. Join us as we celebrate our 20th anniversary rodeo. Schedules and ticket information can be found on www. cowboyupinkiowa.org and new volunteers are always welcome. Join the fun. Open Saddle Series Cowboy Up Kiowa presents its second Open Saddle series. The 2016 Gymkhana schedule is Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with an 11:30 a.m. start. Sunday, July 17, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a 1 p.m. start. Saturday, Aug. 27, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a 1 p.m. start.
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June 2, 2016
Parker Days still ‘growing in all ways’ 2016 expands attractions to accommodate public interest
The 2015 Parker Days festival is shown from above. This year’s festival will include a kickoff performance by 38 Special on June 9 and tribute bands on the main stage on June 10. Photo courtesy of John Ott
By Tom Skelley tskelley@colorado communitymedia.com In the six years Sara Crowe has been planning the Parker Days festival, she’s seen a lot of changes. “It’s growing, in all ways,” Crowe said of the 39-year-old festival that highlights the community it’s named for. This year’s Parker Days takes place from June 9-12, and though she’s extremely busy finalizing details for the celebration, Crowe is excited to get it underway. “I absolutely love it,”
Crowe said. “Other than spending time with my family, it’s my favorite time of the year.” Attendance for the festival has increased in each of the past six years Crowe has been organizing it. With increased attendance comes the balancing act of bringing back favorite attractions and finding new ones. Crowe said this year’s
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celebration will have a lot of both to make sure everyone who comes makes lasting memories. “It’s about the girl who’s been coming here since she was 10, and now she’s 40 and coming with her own kids,” Crowe said. “It’s about the kid who’s finally tall enough to ride the rides for the first time. It’s about the traditions you see, but
FEATURED MUSICAL PERFORMANCES: Thursday: 38 Special 8:30 p.m., O’Brien Park. Tickets are $30.
WHEN: Thursday, June 9: 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, June 10: 9 a.m.-midnight Saturday, June 11: 11 a.m.-midnight Sunday, June 12: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. FEATURED EVENTS: Parker Days Parade: Saturday 10 a.m. Floats, performers, marching bands and others will walk down Mainstreet from the PACE Center and around the Victorian Drive loop.
FRIDAY: Tribute bands Message in a Bottle, Black Ice and Under a Blood Red Sky, 5:30-11:30 p.m., Main Stage SATURDAY: Bands from noon to 11:30 p.m., featuring The Country Music Project at 7:45 p.m. and KYGO-presented artist Love and Theft at 10 p.m., Main Stage
it’s also about the new people in the community doing it for the first time.” Old traditions like buskers, clowns and carnival food will be abundant as always, but other recent favorites and new attractions will also be featured. The Stunt Jump will return after a successful outing last year, and Ronald McDonald will also walk the parade and perform magic at the community stage immediately afterward. After Wooly, the Colorado Mammoth’s mascot, made such a hit in last year’s parade, mascots from the Colorado Avalanche, the Denver Nuggets and the Denver Outlaws will all be on hand. Brand-new attractions cover a wide array of activities. Getting teenagers and
children involved was a priority during this year’s planning, Crowe said. This year, a pole-vaulting demonstration will be held on Pikes Peak Drive after Saturday’s parade, and area high school students will show off their skills. That evening, James Egbert will bring his brand of electronic dance music to a party hosted by the Parker Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Southeast Christian Church and Crossroads Community Church. Dancers of different ages and styles will get their chance to cut a rug on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, as instructors from the Fred Astaire Studio offer free
dance lessons in the gazebo at O’Brien Park. As in years past, music will be a big part of this year’s festival. Thursday night’s kickoff concert begins at 8:30 p.m. at O’Brien Park, featuring classic rock stalwarts 38 Special. Doors for the show open at 6 p.m. Saturday night’s featured performer will be country music up-and-comers Love and Theft. Crowe said she’s proud that previous bands LoCash and Gloriana have gone from the stage at Parker Days to national recognition. “We get bands when they’re right on the cusp of hitting it big,” she said with a smile.
SUNDAY: Bands from noon to 8 p.m., featuring Trail, The Fab 4, Last Men on Earth and Thumpin.’ Main Stage TICKETS: General admission is free, but a pass is required for carnival rides. Before June 10, tickets are $25 for a one-day pass. June 10 and after the tickets are $30. A Mega Pass can be purchased for all four days of the event for $60. More information can be found on the Parker Days website: parkerdaysfestival.com.
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Each year, RidgeGate teams up with the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District to provide free, guided nature hikes throughout the spring, summer and fall. These hikes are led by professional naturalists from SSPRD, and offer insight and education into the natural ecosystems within the open space at RidgeGate, while offering a chance to get some fresh air and exercise. Hikes are free to the public – register at ridgegate.com.
Wednesday, June 1, 7:00-8:30pm — Sunset Birdwatching Hike Saturday, June 18, 8:30-10am — Noticing Natives Botany Hike Tuesday, June 21, 7-8:30pm — Celebrating the Summer Solstice Hike Saturday, July 9, 6-8pm — Family Fun Game Night on the Trail Saturday, July 23, 8:30-10am — Morning Bird Watching Hike
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Enjoy these summertime concerts out on the grass with free live music, food trucks and activities. It’s all happening in Prairie Sky Park, just west of the Lone Tree Recreation Center in RidgeGate, courtesy of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District. Bring your picnic or grab something to eat at a food truck, participate in interactive family friendly fitness and art activities, and enjoy the summer sounds.
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Thursday, June 16, 5-8pm — The Tom Petty Project Thursday, July 21, 5-8pm — Mostly Harmless
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RidgeGate is again proud to sponsor Lone Tree Art Center’s Tunes on the Terrace– an outdoor evening concert series that will bring your summer nights to life. Performances range from bluegrass to jazz, and everything in between. The stars are out this summer! Check out the schedule and buy tickets at www.lonetreeartscenter.org.
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Experience Historic Schweiger Ranch
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Among RidgeGate’s cultural facilities is the 38-acre historic Schweiger Ranch, located just east of the RidgeGate Parkway and I-25 interchange. The historic restoration of the ranch and its buildings, led by the nonprofit Schweiger Ranch Foundation, gives us an important glimpse into the settlers’ lives in the late 1800s. Today, Schweiger Ranch is open to the public for self-guided visits each weekend (Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5pm) and a variety of exciting events throughout the year. Register for or learn more about these events at ridgegate.com.
Sunday, June 5, 1-3pm — Free Guided Tour of Schweiger Ranch Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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June 2, 2016
Duckies poised for annual Castle Rock derby The 20th annual Ducky Derby and Street Festival will be June 11
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WHEN: 11 am.. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 11, with race beginning at 3 p.m.
It’s that time of the year again. Soon, a plethora of plastic, yellow rubber duckies will float their way down Plum Creek, under the I-25 bridge in Castle Rock on their way to the victory line. The highly anticipated race is the main event at the 20th annual Ducky Derby and Street Festival, which will be held Saturday, June 11, at Festival Park, Second and Perry streets, running 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The derby will begin at about 3 p.m. People who have numbered tickets have a chance to win cash and prizes, depending on where the ducky with their number finishes. The two highest finishers will have a chance at winning $1 million or a new car. If those prizes are not won, the first three ticket holders will win cash, the first prize being $2,000 and second and third prizes $750 and $250 respectively. Additional prizes donated by local merchants will be awarded to people whose ticket numbers match duckies finishing in positions up to about 50 places. Winning duckies will be immediately transported back to the street festival grounds and the numbers posted. All winners will be notified by phone in the days
WHERE: Downtown Castle Rock at Festival Park, Second and Perry streets
WHAT: 20th annual Rotary Ducky Derby
TICKETS: Tickets are available at www. rotaryclubofcastlerock.org or at the event
following the event. People do not have to be present to win. Back at the street festival, there will be a variety of entertainment for youth and adults, including music, face painting, food, street vendors and a silent auction. The three Rotary clubs of Castle Rock and Castle Pines come together each year to host the event, the largest fundraiser of the year for the clubs. Money is distributed to the Douglas/ Elbert Task Force, Castle Rock Senior Center, The Family Women’s Crisis Center and Wellspring. Rotary also funds student scholarships, youth leadership training and Boy Scouts of America projects. The Castle Rock Senior Center, for instance, bought a new bus with monies provided by the Rotary Club. “Even though we live in a relatively affluent community, there are still people who need help,” said Rich Bangs, Ducky Derby public relations committee chair,
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Slash-mulch site open Dispose of branches and shrubbery AND return home with fresh mulch. The County’s slash-mulch site in Castle Rock will be open Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. through Oct. 29. For directions and more, visit www.Douglas.co.us and search for mulch.
The 20th annual Ducky Derby will be June 11 in downtown Castle Rock. Courtesy photo
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Visit prehistoric times More than 11,000 years ago, at the end of the last Ice Age, mammoths roamed Douglas County. Learn all about it by taking a tour of the world-renowned Lamb Spring Archaeological Preserve at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 11 or 18. For reservations or additional tour dates, please visit www.lambspring.org
LEPC meeting on June 16 The Douglas County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet at 2 p.m. June 16 at the Douglas County School District Offices, 701 Prairie Hawk Drive in Castle Rock. The County’s LEPC provides a forum for emergency management agencies, first responders, industry members and the public to discuss and develop emergency plans. For more information, visit www.dcsheriff.net/LEPC
Love the County Fair & Rodeo? Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Our community volunteers are a key to the success of the annual Douglas County Fair & Rodeo. Several volunteer opportunities are available for youth, adults and seniors during the 2016 Fair & Rodeo, Aug. 4-7. All volunteers will receive a four-day general admission pass. For more information, please contact Luanne Lee at 720-733-6900, fair@douglas.co.us or visit www.douglascountyfairandrodeo.com/volunteers
Where does my water come from? Unsure who your water provider is? Douglas County’s online water provider locator allows residents to enter an address or property owner’s last name and find their provider on an interactive map. This online tool guides you to your provider’s site where you can better understand seasonal water restrictions and more. Search water providers at www. douglas.co.us
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Fagen leaving for new position Douglas County School District superintendent lands job in Texas By Mike DiFerdinando and Ann Macari Healey Staff writers Douglas County School District Superintendent Elizabeth Fagen is leaving to assume the top position in the Humble Independent School District in Texas, a district of 39,000 students about 20 miles outside of Houston. “Humble ISD is an excellent school district — a great match for me personally and professionally,” she wrote in an email sent to district staff after the Humble school board confirmed her at its May 24 meeting as the finalist. “And I am very grateful for the opportunity they have offered me.” Fagen, hired by the Douglas County School Board in 2010, said in her email she expects to leave by mid-July. Texas law requires a 21-day waiting period between naming of the lone finalist and the school board’s final approval. That vote would come on June 14. Fagen attended the May 24 meeting in Humble with her husband and two daughters. DCSD Board of Education President Meghann Silverthorn praised Fagen’s accomplishments. “Dr. Fagen has led many changes and improvements in the past six years …,” Silverthorn said in a news release sent the evening of May 24 by the school district. “We’re grateful for her tireless service and commitment to education. We wish her and her family all the best in her future endeavors.” But many teachers and parents have blamed Fagen and the school board majority for policies that caused widespread low morale and led to an exodus of teachers and administrators over the past several years. Controversial initiatives included a new
Douglas County School District Superintendent Elizabeth Fagen, right, the lone finalist for the Humble Independent School District superintendent position, speaks with Melissa Hayhurst, Humble ISD’s assistant superintendent for middle schools, during a meet-andgreet after the May 24 school board meeting. Photo by Jennifer Summer / The Humble Observer / Houston Community Newspapers teacher-evaluation system and marketbased pay salary structure. The district is in the midst of legal challenges surrounding its attempt to create a voucher system. During her tenure, the school board severed ties with the teachers’ union. And the hashtag #firefagen has been used widely on social media for more than a year. “In 2009, the Douglas County Board of Education undertook the re-invention of American education and subsequently hired Superintendent Fagen to further their goal,” said board member Wendy Vogel who, along with David Ray and AnneMarie Lemieux, was elected in November on a platform critical of district and board policies. “I think that her resignation is a clear indication that their reform agenda is not working.” Ray said he had mixed emotions about
Fagen’s departure. “I believe she was placed in an extremely difficult position of carrying out the edicts of the previous board. Unfortunately, her past six years have been marred by turmoil due to the ill-advised nature of the board’s actions,” Ray said. “Fortunately, the superintendent’s resignation will continue the process of restoring trust in our district. My hope is that senior board members will follow the superintendent’s example of doing whatever is necessary to continue building trust — even when it means sacrificing the self for the sake of our learners.” Douglas County Parents, an organization formed in 2013 over concerns about the district’s policies, called Fagen’s move a step toward mending rifts between the community and district.
“The results of the school board election last November were quite clear, showing the community does not support ‘reform,’ “ Jason Virdin, spokesman for the organization, said in a statement. “We are anxious to start the healing process in Douglas County and hope the board majority will back up their recent assertions with action — gathering and considering significant, substantial community and staff input while searching for a new superintendent.” Fagen’s strategic plan, as described on the school district website, highlights safety, school choice, world-class education, 21st century skills and system performance as its priorities. In a news release, the district credits Fagen for improving student and staff safety in schools, building a strong network with home schools and charter schools and “empowering teachers to create inspiring…curriculum units.” Before coming to Douglas County, Fagen was superintendent of the Tucson Unified School District in Arizona. Fagen, whose salary is $273,715, is moving to a district a little more than half the size of Douglas County, which has more than 67,000 students and about 80 schools. It is Colorado’s third largest district. Chosen from among 43 applicants in a nationwide search, Fagen will replace outgoing Superintendent Guy Sconzo, who is retiring after 15 years with the Humble district. According to its website, the district has 43 campuses, 5,000 employees and is among the 25 fastest-growing school districts in Texas. It is the 31st largest district in the state. “We are excited about getting the best education mind in the country,” said Humble school board president Robert Sitton about Fagen. “It’s powerful what she is going to be able to do. When people talk about education, we want them to say, ‘You really need to go see what Humble ISD is doing.’ She is, in our opinion, the leader to take us there. She is innovative, visionary and not afraid to take risks if it enhances education.”
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Challenges, balance are key to good life “Every day is a new challenge.” That was the response to the first question I had asked of Diana Rudolph during our coffee meeting the other day. It was such a great response and it fueled the rest of my questions for our brief visit together. Now for some context. You see, I had written a couple of recent columns “The Champion in All of Us,” and “Being CrossFit for Life,” and talked about the importance of keeping balance in all areas of our lives. Too much of anything and soon enough an overdeveloped strength can quickly become a weakness. So we need to invest time proportionately in ourselves and in our family and friends in the areas of our mind, body and spirit. Many people responded to the columns and shared their views and opinions, some focused on how they balance and prioritize their lives, others had questions on how to actually achieve this balance, and others focused on the CrossFit element. One local reader and owner of the CrossFit Loop thanked me for the column and invited me to come and work out with him and the gang at his box. I appreciate Korby for the invite and for the introduction to Diana Rudolph, who happened to be training there that day. I would say it was a coincidence, but we know that coincidences are just God’s way of staying anonymous. Diana recently qualified for the CrossFit Games, kind of like the Super Bowl for football or the World Series in baseball. She is currently ranked 22nd amongst the women in the world and is looking forward to competing at the very highest level as the CrossFit Games get underway this summer. My curiosity was piqued for sure. So I had to ask more about when she got started, how
she trains, eats, sets goals and balances all other areas of her life. I mean, here she is ranked 22nd and competing at the highest level in the sport and she only started training five years ago, and before she started her journey she shared with me that Michael Norton she could not do any of the exercises, let alone WINNING one pull-up. She has a WORDS family, runs a business, and finds time to train three hours a day, three days a week. She has three trainers and trains in two different CrossFit boxes, CrossFit Loop and Front Range CrossFit. By the way, special shout-out to her coaches Scott, Renee, Mike and Korby for helping Diana get to this point. Now, her achievement is pretty incredible and I can’t wait to see how the games turn out. But what she shared with me as we started the conversation is what really got my attention. “Every day is a new challenge.” That is what she loves about CrossFit and what she loves about life. Many of us face new challenges every day in all that we do. So for my own benefit and for your benefit I asked her about how she deals with those challenges. Her answer: • Set goals — general goals that can be achieved, stretch goals where she can push the envelope every day • She does this because she wants to find out where her peak actually is; challenges inspire her.
• She has learned how to balance all areas of life and has become self-sufficient in so many ways. • Discipline and intensity. • Leans on her coaches and advisers. Diana has at least two new goals. She participates in a fundraiser called the Do More Charity Challenge. Last year her team came in second and her goal this year is to take first place. And she is currently ranked 22nd and her goal is to break into the top 10. I love this because one is a personal goal and one is a community-driven goal and a way for her to give back. That is the balance I am talking about. I may have forgotten to mention that Diana is 52 years old. So she began her journey at 47. So you see, it really doesn’t matter where we are in our lives, we can set and achieve goals at any time and at any age. And as a matter of fact, Diana’s mom, Sharon, started CrossFit training at age 73 and has also recently competed. It reminds me of what Zig Ziglar used to say, “We cannot make any more new yesterdays, but we can create as many new tomorrows as we possibly can.” What’s on your list for a new tomorrow? I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com and when we can set goals, push to find our peak, find balance in our lives, live with discipline and intensity, lean on our coaches and advisers and give back to the community, it really will be a better than good week. Thanks for being such a great example, Diana, and we all wish you success in the CrossFit Games. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.
Legislature Home care and hospice are beautiful partnership on wrong side in the beer war The Colorado Legislature passed a compromise bill in the waning hours of the legislative session, which if signed into law, would make a bad situation even worse. The lastminute bill requires our antiquated Jerry Presley liquor laws to favor one competitor GUEST over another for COLUMN the next 20 years. Grocery store chains in Colorado are pushing for a ballot initiative in November that would give them the right to sell beer and wine in more than one location. Currently, a grocer can apply for a liquor license, but only in one store throughout the state. The exception is the sale of so-called “near beer” with an alcohol content of 3.2 percent or less. These restrictions benefit the momand-pop liquor stores to the detriment of chain groceries. Existing Colorado law sides with David, not Goliath. The heart of the compromise is a 20-year prohibition of real competition. The bill establishes a complicated set of conditions that grocery stores must meet before they can compete freely. The worst condition is a geographic monopoly that can be overcome only if a liquor store decides to sell their business to a grocer. Senate Bill 197 continues to favor David. My view is that Colorado’s alcohol Presley continues on Page 9
Hospice is specialized care for individuals with a terminal diagnosis and with less than six months to live. A patient’s team of experts seeks to relieve pain and to bring comfort and every bit of joy to the person’s last days. Many people have Christina Davis the misconception LIVING AND that at-home hospice services provide AGING WELL round-the-clock care. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Although hospice staffs are always on call and available for emergency situations, actual hospice services only offer an hour or two of certified nursing assistant care per day as well as weekly nurse visits. Home care can supply a much broader range of care. One of the first things a hospice team will do for a patient is to prepare an individualized care plan that will, among other things, address the amount of care and support needed for the patient. Oftentimes family caregivers are on site to support their loved one when hospice is not there. There are situations where the hospice patient does not have family or the family lives far away or it is just too overwhelming and they need respite themselves. Home care can help. Home care providers can provide respite care to families. Respite care is stand-in care given to a patient so that the family caregiver can take a break and get some relief from the burden of caregiving. Having respite care can enable family caregivers to keep providing rather than burning out or becoming ill themselves. Ongoing caregiving can deteriorate one’s physical well-being as well as one’s mental health, potentially leading to anxiety attacks, depression and other issues. Respite home care provides time and space needed to heal and recuperate. Home care provides specially trained
caregivers that help fill the gap with personal and companion care services and respite care for families in need. Some of the services home care provides include: • Personal care — including incontinence care, bathing, grooming, dressing • Linen changes • Housekeeping • Companionship • Emotional support • Respite care in the home for family caregivers Acceptance of hospice and home care can be difficult for both the patient and the family. Both agencies can help families understand that they are there to provide the best care for their loved one, to offer services to make the transition comfortable and dignified, and to give families peace of mind that their loved one has everything they need. Sometimes, families simply are not sure where to find hospice or home care help. A family can search for these resources in many ways. One option is to check online search engines such as Google or Bing. A family can ask their doctor’s office or local rehabilitation center for a referral — often they have connections with both types of agencies. Neighbors and friends are always a great way to find help, or one can look in a local Seniors Resource Guide directory. Some things to consider when searching for a homecare company to help with your loved one: • How long has the agency been providing home care services? • Does the company perform background checks on all staff? • How does this provider select and train its employees? • Does the home care company have caregivers trained in hospice care? • Can they meet any special needs you may have such as language or cultural preferences? • Does the company have enough Davis continues on Page 9
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Voters’ views Following the debate, Elbert County News caught up with voters from around the area to hear their comments about the most important issues facing the county, the current state of county government, and the candidate who best addressed their concerns. Laurie Duke, Elizabeth (R): On the biggest issue facing Elbert County: “Economic development. I think we need to find more revenue to serve the people as we go forward to the next decade or so. We have a lot of needs out there. Obviously, roads are a big issue.” On the current state of Elbert County government: “Obviously, Republican Laurie there is a lot of Duke was glad to turmoil, a lot of see the two demodistrust in people. I think there’s been crat candidates a lot of cronyism included in the going on. It seems debate. Photos by to me that there Rick Gustafson are just a couple of people who are really running the county and not listening to the other commissioners.” When asked about a candidate who addressed her concerns: “Based on the performance of the candidates at the debate, I would vote for Grant Thayer (R); I think he brought something new to the table. I think he showed a lot of depth of knowledge, care, and enthusiasm for the job. “I also would vote for Jim Whistler. I thought he did a great job, a lot of research, and he’d done his homework. “I felt the other two Republican candidates were unprepared, or just sort of resting on their laurels, being part of the old guard, and that kind of worries me too, the entrenchment and the cronyism
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laws are mired in Prohibition-era politics of the previous century and should be overhauled way beyond letting grocery store chains sell real beer and wine. For example, Colorado law requires a local licensing board to judge a person’s “moral character” and deny a license if the applicant doesn’t measure up. Should a licensing board ask an applicant if he or she ever committed adultery? That act is immoral and sinful but, in Colorado, it’s not illegal. The state also requires a liquor applicant to declare their race, even though this is not required for a Colorado birth certificate or a driver’s license. This information is not needed for identification and is irrelevant in determining a person’s worthiness to obtain a liquor license. Government has two legitimate interests in controlling alcohol sales: It should prohibit the sale of alcohol to minors and it should prohibit the sale of alcohol to intoxicated persons. Alcohol sales absolutely should be licensed and regulated. Beyond that, government has no business favoring one seller over another regardless of the size of the seller. Government should treat big business the
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hospice-trained caregivers to provide the care needed? Not all home care agencies are able to provide 24/7 care. Home care and hospice have a supportive, collaborative partnership. When families are faced with the loss of a loved one, they need to know that there are options to help them during this painful time. During such a difficult time, family
in the county government. “The Democrats have had stronger candidates in the past, but I’m glad they were able to come to the debate and talk. A lot of times, the Democrats have not even had a voice in this Republican-dominated county. Even though I’m a Republican, I do like to listen to the other side.” Bob Hummel, Kiowa (R): On the biggest issue facing Elbert County: “Protecting individual property rights and government services to protect those rights.” On the current state of Elbert County government: “Having moved here because Elbert County is the way it is, I’d like it to be Bob Hummel, of kept the way it is. Kiowa, is conThe governance of cerned about Elbert County has protecting private met the needs, but property rights. it needs to advance and adapt to the future. They need to have a revenue base that’s sustainable, and they also need to maintain the environment that’s here.” When asked about a candidate who addressed his concerns: “There were two, Chris Richardson and Scott Wills. They are in it for residents of the county of Elbert rather than some personal gain or some other agenda.”
Eric Whitman, of Kiowa, is still undecided about who will receive his primary vote.
Eric Whitman, Kiowa (R): On the biggest issue facing Elbert County: “Trying to manage the growth correctly and smart. Also, to make sure the county benefits from this growth, and the impact is managed correctly. On the current state of Elbert County govern-
same as small business and vice versa. Its role is to make sure there is a level playing field. The marketplace should pick winners and losers. However, the compromise bill specifically requires a liquor applicant to prove there is an unmet need in the neighborhood before a new license can be granted. It seems to me that if anyone wants to risk money to compete in the marketplace, then by definition, there is an unmet need. The person risking money certainly thinks so. Why should government determine “need” when entrepreneurs and consumers can do it far better and much more efficiently? The compromise legislation is not in the best interests of citizens, voters or consumers. The State of Colorado should not favor David or Goliath. Let them battle. I think there is a good chance that everyone will win, especially the consumer. The proposed legislative compromise does not pass the smell test and I hope Gov. John Hickenlooper signs his name on the line that says “veto.” Protecting the special interests of some by prohibiting competition from others is not the proper role of government. Jerry Presley is a former city council member and served on the local liquor licensing board in Greenwood Village. Visit his website at www.JerryPresley.com. members should simply be able to be family. Allow home care professionals to take on the responsibility of giving care to your loved one while you spend those irreplaceable moments with one another. Christina Davis is community relations manager for All the Comfort of Home Inc., a home-care company that serves the Denver area and specializes in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, senior care, companionship care and personal care. She can be reached at christina@allthecomfortofhome.net or 303-346-1292.
ment: “Terrible. It starts at the top. There’s a reason why the other elected officials asked for the resignation (of Commissioners Kelly Dore and Larry Ross). It wasn’t just because they came up and all the sudden decided, well, this is what they wanted to do. “They were dysfunctional and even within the three of them (commissioners) they couldn’t agree on anything and they made everybody else’s life miserable.” When asked about a candidate who addressed his concerns - “I liked a lot of what Chris (Richardson) has to say, Scott (Wills) and Grant Thayer. I’m still up in the air as far as which one, Scott or Grant, I’m going to vote for.” Tia Jones, Parker (D): On the biggest issue facing Elbert County: “Money. Not having enough money to maintain roads and do the things that we need to do to keep our county functional for the citizens.” On the current state of Elbert County government: “I feel like we need to improve it. I don’t feel Democrat Tia Jones educated enough liked what she to say exactly how. heard at the debate, I feel like I’m in the but is still not sure process of getting myself educated which candidate is on where we are right for her. falling short, but I do absolutely feel like there are improvements that need to be made.” When asked about a candidate who addressed her concerns: “I’m especially happy to hear a couple of the candidates talk about bringing more businesses into Elbert County and finding ways to attract the younger generation to stay in our county instead of growing up and leaving like they do. “A few candidates addressed that for me, not one specific candidate though.” Dottie Witkop, Parker (R): On the biggest issue facing Elbert County: “The biggest issue is getting
commissioners elected in November. No matter who they are, they have to be able to come together, bring this county to a place where people enjoy living here, honoring the people that are working in our government offices that are doing the jobs for them. “Those people are serving us, and we should treat them with a lot of respect. That isn’t happening right now. I was a little disappointed tonight, because of the way they were Dottie Witkop, of talking about the Parker, hopes that employees, and I the new commisdon’t think that’s sioners will support right. county employees. “When people are in the job, they’re doing the best they can with what they have, under some tense conditions, they have to become vocal. They can’t just keep it inside.” On the current state of Elbert County government: “I’m disappointed in it. I’ve helped all three of the commissioners over the years, and I hate to see what’s been going on. I don’t quite understand it all, because I’ve been out of the political arena for about a year. I’m just disappointed in what’s going on right now.” When askeda about a candidate who addressed her concerns: “I think Chris Richardson, I think he gets the drift of what’s in this county that needs to be fixed, in the government system, in the offices that we had. “The water issues, Scott (Wills) addressed that very well. Two years ago, I was part of a plan to try to figure out what businesses could come into the Elizabeth area and Elbert County, and I think they are hitting on some of the topics like senor centers, but they shouldn’t forget the youth of this county. “Grant (Thayer), I think he did really good too. He’s a very good man, and he’s got a lot of wonderful ideas, but the only thing I have concerning Grant, I think he wants to run the commissioners as a business. It’s a small community. We’re all neighbors, we’re all friends, and that gets a little difficult.”
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Wonder the Band from Loveland broke in the crowd May 21 with southern rock classics. Photos by Shanna Fortier
Southern rock rings out from venue Shooter Jennings played the first ticketed concert at Philip S. Miller By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com
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or Centennial resident Skylar Ferentz, attending the May 21 Shooter Jennings concert in Castle Rock was a no-brainer. She and her husband are huge fans of the southern rock outlaw, so much so that “The Deed and the Dollar” was the first dance song at Ferentz’s wedding. Jennings was in town as the first show in the new Celebration Concert Series at the Philip S. Miller Amphitheater. “I’m proud to be the first one here,” he said, after completing the sound check on the new stage. “It’s so beautiful … looking at the scenery. It’s so beautiful and the sound is just going out there into the universe.” That’s what Jennings, the only son of country legends Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter, said he likes best about playing outdoor venues. “I love to play outdoors,” he said. “The wind blows and you feel like you’re at Woodstock or something.” About 750 music lovers attended the inaugural concert. Castle Rock Special Events Manager Casey Willis called it just the beginning. “Our hope is that each show grows,” she said. “We are excited that we have selected a diverse schedule of performances and musical genres to please all musical interests. Concert-goers will have a choice of country, bluegrass southern rock and more.” Residents who attended the show are excited that music under the stars can be found in their backyard. “We are 15 minutes away from an absolutely beautiful amphitheater and we’re getting these great bands coming in,” David Chapa, 14, said. “This is a fantastic venue.” On the stage at the amphitheater this summer are the Beatles tribute band, The Fab Four, on June 11; the Colorado Symphony on June 30; the Marshall Tucker Band on Aug. 27; and Starship, featuring Mickey Thomas, on Sept. 24.
Skylar Ferentz cheers the opening act, Loveland the Wonder Band, before the Shooter Jennings concert on May 21 at the Philip S. Miller Amphitheater.
The amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park opened May 21 with the first ticketed concert. Todd Sheldon, who usually drives to Red Rocks Amphitheatre to see shows, said his family already has tickets for the Marshall Tucker Band
concert. When asked what other bands he would like to see come to town, he suggested Lucinda Williams, John Hiatt and any ‘80s bands.
Shooter Jennings kicked off the Celebration Concert Series at the new amphitheater in Castle Rock.
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Artist members of the Colorado Watercolor Society and the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies (12 states) Sonya Ellingboe will fill the SONYA’S Arvada Center’s SAMPLER spacious upper and lower galleries with color this summer with more than 200 paintings, selected by jurors from nearly 1400 entries. The shows will be open June 9 through Aug. 28 at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Admission is free. `Iron Cycle’ exhibition Sculptor Maureen Hearty will open her “Iron Cycle” sculpture exhibition with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 9 at Hudson Gardens and Event Center, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Included: 16 earthy sculptures crafted from iron and recycled steel. Open daily at the gardens from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission is free. Falconaires to play Centennial’s summer kick-off concert features the U.S. Air Force Academy’s Falconaires at 6 p.m. June 4 at Centennial Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave., north of Arapahoe Road, between Revere and Vaughn streets. Food and drink available, K9 demonstration,
“Pathway,” a watercolor by Robert Gray of Highlands Ranch, is accepted for the Colorado Watercolor Society exhibit, part of “A Summer of Watercolor” at the Arvada Center, June 9 to Aug. 28. Works from the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies will also be exhibited. Courtesy photo children’s activities. First Friday in Littleton June 3 will be First Friday Art Walk night in downtown Littleton, with 12 galleries and many businesses and restaurants open from 5 to 8 p.m. or longer. Stroll, shop and stop for dinner or a glass of wine. Beginnings and endings at DAM “Women of Abstract Expressionism,” 50 paintings from the mid-20th century art movement, will be exhibited June 9 through Sept. 18 at the Denver Art Museum, with a series of related lectures. Also: “Why We Dance: American Indian Art in Motion” and a related summer Native Artists in Residence program, focused on creating powwow regalia, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays to Sundays. “Samurai: Armor from the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller
CURTAIN TIME Is it real? “Bakersfield Mist” plays June 9 to July 2 at the Avenue Theater, 417 E. 17th Ave., Denver. Directed by Peter John Hughes, featuring John Ashton and Abby Apple Boes. Is a thrift store buy really a Jackson Pollock painting? Based on true events. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 19. avenuetheater.com, 303-321-5925. Unlikely roommates “4000 Miles” by Amy Herzog plays June 3 to 26, presented by Cherry Creek Theatre Company at Shaver Ramsey Showroom, 2414 E. 3rd Ave., Denver. Gavin Mayer is director. Twenty-one-year-old Leo suffers a major loss during a cross-country bicycle trip and ends up at his grandmother’s West Village apartment. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. Sundays and Thursday, June 23. Tickets, $35/$30, cherrycreektheatre.org, 303-800-6578. 1950s guy group music “Forever Plaid” by Stuart Ross will be
Collection” ends in June. Denverartmuseum.org. Ends in June “The Littleton Story in 125 Objects” at the Littleton Museum ends June 19. It includes materials from the Littleton Museum’s extensive collection of local domestic, business and governmental objects and documents. The museum is at 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton. Admission is free, 303-795-3950. MOA news The Museum Outdoor Arts will collaborate with Black Cube, a nomadic contemporary art museum, to host an installation by artist Jon Geiger: “ROAM.” It will be installed outdoors in Marjorie Park on the north side of Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre, 6350 Greenwood Plaza Blvd. in Greenwood Village, from June 11 to Aug. 8. Opening reception June 11, 7-9
presented June 10 to 26 by Performance Now Theatre Company at Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays. Tickets, $20-$35, performancenow.org, 303-987-7845. Follow the threads “Intimate Apparel” by Lynn Nottage plays June 3 to July 10 at Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora. Seth Rossman is director. A young black seamstress in 1905 New York City has varied customers. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets, $24-$30, vintagetheatre.com, 303-856-7830. Elle Woods “Legally Blonde, the Musical” plays through June 19 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Downtown Littleton. Nick Sugar is director. Elle Woods goes to law school. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; (no Saturday performance on June 11); 2 p.m. Sundays; 6:30p.m. Sunday, June 12. Tickets, $23-$42, townhallartscenter.org, 303-794-2787, ext 5.
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to 2 p.m. Register at your library or at arapahoelibraries.org/summer2016 or call 303-LIBRARY. Play Crawl returns And Toto Too Theatre Company, which focuses on plays by women, will hold its annual Play Crawl in the Tennyson Arts District from 6 to 11 p.m. on June 15. Ten two-minute World Premiere plays by local woman playwrights will be introduced environmentally in galleries and shops. Start at 6 p.m. at the Oriental Theatre, 4335 W. 44th Ave. in Denver, with a mixer and silent auction. Guests will be divided into groups of 10 to 15 and assigned to a leader for the play crawl. Plays start at 7 p.m., music by DJ Savior Breath at 9:30 at the Oriental, with dancing until 11 p.m. Tickets cost $35, andtototoo.org or 720-583-3975. Theater benefit “All About #COArts,” a benefit for In Focus 59 and The Denver Actors Fund, will be at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., at 7 p.m. June 13. Reception with special cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and dessert starts at 7 p.m. At 8 p.m., there will be a reading of “All About Eve” directed by Billie McBride, with an all-star cast that includes Eden Lane, host and producer of “In Focus With Eden Lane,” a Colorado Public Television program focused on arts. Proceeds will be shared between In Focus and the Denver Actors Fund, which offers situational monetary relief for theater community members in sudden medical need. Tickets: $35-$50$100, infocustv.org.
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f the surge in barbecue and smoking competitions across the country is any indication, grilling has become an art form. This Father’s Day, grab dad and gather around the grill or try a new technique that’s rising in popularity – smoking – to create a masterpiece meal – and plenty of memories – together. From secret marinades to tricked out grills and smokers, competitive smokers know there is a near ritualistic approach to teasing the perfect flavor out of a premium cut of meat. Follow in the footsteps of those pit masters and smoke like a pro with these tips from Omaha Steaks Executive Chef Karl Marsh.
Rinse brisket with vinegar, then water.
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The first step is deciding how you’d like to prepare your meat. Consider stepping up your game by smoking your meat. Smoking is a popular choice because it infuses flavor throughout the meat, while extended cook times at low temperatures make it extra tender. Another advantage is the chance to create a wide range of unique flavors using wet and dry rubs, as well as seasoned wood chips and planks.
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Virtually any meat can be smoked, but the most popular cuts of meat to smoke are brisket, ribs, pork shoulder or turkey, all of which are typically large in size. Guarantee a great experience with Omaha Steaks Brisket for smoking or Whole Pork Butt, which were created with the competitive barbecue and smoking circuit in mind.
Dry meat and prepare rub.
Ready your rub
Rubs are often used to add flavors and surface texture to a cut of meat. For best results, brush meat with cooking oil or another liquid ingredient (such as yellow mustard) before adding the rub. Spread the rub on a clean plate and place the meat on it. Coat both sides with the rub by gently pressing the meat on the plate.
Set up the smoker
Some pit masters consider their equipment as vital an ingredient as the meat or flavorings they choose. Preparation varies from one recipe to the next, but one constant is the importance of maintaining a steady temperature. As you prepare your charcoal, be conscious of where you’ll place any wood chips or other flavor enhancers for maximum impact.
Coat meat generously with rub.
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Sensational flavor takes time to build, so plan to dedicate several hours to your task. Often, smoked foods require foil wrapping for at least a portion of the cook to retain moisture. Plan to check in at regular intervals to restock wood chips, flip or rotate meat and apply a fresh coat of seasoning or spices.
Prep time: 1 hour Cook time: 11-13 hours Rest time: 1-2 hours Total time: 13-16 hours 1 Whole Omaha Steaks Brisket for smoking 2 cups white vinegar 2/3 cup yellow mustard 3/4 cup Omaha Steaks Ancho Chile Rub 4 cups Ancho Chile Smoking Spritzer, divided (recipe below) 8 cups apple or cherry wood chips, soaked in water Remove brisket from bag and rinse with white vinegar then rinse with water. Dry completely using paper towels. Slather brisket generously with yellow mustard. Rub generously with ancho chile rub and inject with 1 cup Ancho Chile Smoking Spritzer. Prepare smoker using 1 chimney of pure lump charcoal fully lit and one chimney of pure lump charcoal unlit. Make sure water pan is full and adjust vents until smoker maintains a temperature between 225 and 250 F. Place brisket on smoker fat side up and brush smoking spritzer over top. Every hour, check smoker temp, squirt with smoking spritzer and add handful of wood chips. After 3 hours, flip brisket fat side down and squirt with spritzer. After 6 hours, flip brisket fat side up. Wrap heavy duty foil around the last 3-4 inches of brisket tip to prevent it from drying out. Restock water pan and add lump charcoal as needed. Adjust vents until temperature is between 225 and 250 F. Beginning at 8 hours, check internal temperature every hour and apply spritzer and wood chips as needed. Between 11-13 hours, when internal temperature is between 195 and 200 F, if fork slides easily into brisket, it is done. Let brisket rest for 1-2 hours before slicing and serving.
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Prep time: 1 hour Cook time: 8-10 hours Rest time: 1 hour Total time: 10-12 hours 1 Omaha Steaks Whole Pork Butt 2 cups white vinegar 1/2 cup yellow mustard 1/2 cup Omaha Steaks Ancho Chile Rub 4 cups Ancho Chile Smoking Spritzer, divided (recipe below) 8 cups apple or cherry wood chips, soaked in water Score top fat so it will melt into pork while smoking and allow more rub to get into meat. Rub pork with white vinegar then rinse with water. Pat dry with clean paper towels. Rub pork butt with yellow mustard. Rub pork butt with ancho chile rub. Inject pork with 10-12 ounces of Ancho Chile Smoking Spritzer. Set up smoker with 1 chimney using unlit lump charcoal and 2 chimneys using lit lump charcoal. Adjust vents in smoker until temperature settles between 225 and 250 F. Place pork butt fat side up and add a lot of wood chips. Every half hour, add more wood chips and spritz pork with smoking spritzer. After 2 hours, insert remote thermometer probes. Be careful not to let thermometer touch bone to prevent false readings. After 5 hours, place pork in foil pan and liberally coat with spritzer. Wrap pan tightly with foil. Continue cooking without adding wood chips or opening smoker until thermometer hits 190 F (for sliced meat) or 200 F (for pulled meat), about 8-10 hours total. Let rest 1 hour before serving.
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Find more tips and recipes perfect for a smoking Father’s Day celebration at omahasteaks.com. Inject brisket with marinade.
Makes: 4 cups 2 cups apple juice 1 cup cranberry juice 1 cup canola oil 2 tablespoons red hot pepper sauce 1/2 cup Omaha Steaks Ancho Chile Rub Combine all ingredients and mix well.
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Group will meet at 10 a.m. Saturdays at 34061 Forest Park Drive, in the lower level of Elizabeth Family Health. Leaders are Mary, 720-638-9770, and Karen, 303-243-3658, and both welcome phone calls. Group participation is free, and building is accessible. Kiowa Creek Food Pantry is a distribution site for the State of Colorado TEFAP food program. Food is distributed monthly to low income individuals/ families that qualify. We also distribute low income senior food boxes for the state; those 60 and older may qualify for a monthly supplement. If you are in need of food assistance or know someone who is, we may be able to qualify you for one of these programs. Call the food pantry for more information at 303-621-2376, or come by from 8:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays; we are located in the Fellowship Hall at 231 Cheyenne Street, Kiowa. Lawyers at the Library, a free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, will be offered from 6-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at
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Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Education of Elbert County School District C-2 for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016 and has been filed in the Central Administration Office at Kiowa School where it is available for public inspection from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Such proposed budget will be considered for final adoption at a regular meeting of the Board of Education of said District at Kiowa Middle School Workroom on June 15, 2016 at 5:30 PM. Any person paying school taxes or any person residing in said district may at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget file or register his objections thereto. Dated: May 23, 2016 BOARD OF EDUCATION ELBERT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT C-2 Signed, Linda Pollick, Board Secretary Legal Notice No.: 23409 First Publication: June 2, 2016 Last Publication: June 9, 2016 Publisher: The Elbert County News
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