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Science, creativity good fit for LPS Littleton High School ramping up STEM efforts

By Jennifer Smith

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org, a nonprofit established three years ago by Laurie Easton-Montoya to support bikers in need.

“Dogs and cats get lots of help,” said “Chomper” Montoya, Laurie’s husband.

“Nothing against them, but there was nobody out there to help bikers. … My wife is a very intelligent woman, and she

As Littleton High School Principal Amy Oaks ramps up her efforts to get kids interested in the sciences, at least one retired engineer is cheering her on.

“We, as a country, are at high risk of losing our longstanding competitive edge in the tech world, because less and less kids are going into technology,” said Ralph Dergance, who retired from Lockheed Martin in 1999. “Those of us in the profession could see the erosion. A lot of people are hired in this country who weren’t educated in this country.”

Dergrance helped launch the local arm of Shades of Blue, which hosts nine-week workshops for all interested high-school students. It brings in mentors from area companies like Lockheed, Raytheon, Boeing and others that require employees educated in science, technology, engineering and math — together known as STEM subjects.

The workshops, held at LHS but open to all, are hands on and collaborative. They build rockets or create water-treatment systems, or perhaps construct a bridge from gumdrops and toothpicks.

“They’re learning a process, not just having fun together,” said Dergance.

They’re held on Saturday mornings, so

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Hundreds of bikers release black and gold balloons, the colors of Arapahoe High School, to soar with the spirit of Claire Davis. Photo by Jennifer Smith

Bikers’ rally honors Claire Davis Effort nets about $5,000 for fund set up in her honor

By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com Had she survived her wounds, Claire Davis would have been getting ready last weekend to ride her horse in the upcoming National Western Stock Show. Instead,

about 250 iron horses rode in her honor.

Bikers from throughout the state rallied Dec. 28 in memory of Davis, the Arapahoe High School senior who died Dec. 21 after being shot in the head by a classmate in a school hallway on Dec. 13.

“My whole family attended Arapahoe,” said Bill Buckwalter, AHS Class of 1980. “I just made a last-minute decision, and I felt I had to do this ride.”

The ride was organized by BikerDown.

THE TOP 13 OF 2013 A look back at the biggest stories in the south metro area Staff report The south metro Denver area saw no shortage of news — or controversy — in 2013, making it a tough task to narrow down the contenders for our stories-ofthe-year package.

The newsroom staff of Colorado Community Media has whittled the list down to 13 for 2013. They are listed in no particular order, aside from the story of the year, the Arapahoe High School shooting, which horrified us all.

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You can decide how the other 12 should be ranked.

School shooting at Arapahoe High An 18-year-old student entered Arapahoe High School, home of the Warriors, on Dec. 13, shot a fellow student in the head, then killed himself. Authorities believe the gunman, an Arapahoe High senior, was targeting a faculty member, but was prepared to cause mass casualties at the Centennial school.

Claire Davis, a 17-year-old senior at the school, spent more than a week in critical condition at Littleton Adventist Hospital.

She died Dec. 21.

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Two people embrace outside of Arapahoe High School following the Dec. 13 shooting at the school. File photo

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Coffman helps veterans in Paralympics Bill extends adaptive sports program through 2015 Staff report The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed Rep. Mike Coffman’s Veterans Paralympics Act, authorizing the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to operate its adaptive sports program through 2015.

“This is about more than simply giving veterans a chance to play sports,” said Coffman, R-Aurora. “It’s about giving them the chance to regain a small part of what they sacrificed on the battlefield.”

Currently, the VA operates this program

in a partnership with the U.S. Olympic Committee that funds grants to a host of adaptive sports programs for disabled veterans across the country.

Evan Stratton, who went to Littleton and Heritage high schools, is one of Coffman those veterans. In July 2009, Stratton was deployed in Iraq when enemy forces using grenades ambushed him and his team. Stratton was struck by shrapnel, suffered a traumatic brain injury and had his spinal accessory nerve severed, leaving his upper left arm and shoulder paralyzed.

He participated in the Warrior Games in May at the U.S. Olympic Training Cen-

ter and the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. Competing in both swimming and track, Stratton came home with six medals and world records in three swimming events. He said the Paralympics gave him a chance to experience the brotherhood and camaraderie so key to a soldier’s existence.

“Being a veteran and not really having those connections, that day-in and dayout contact, it’s really fun to be around Marines,” he said. “You meet some really amazing people.”

In addition to rediscovering camaraderie, participation in sports can help speed the rehabilitation process for disabled veterans. Coffman says his bill helps increase access at the community level, providing a path for athletes like Stratton to progress to

elite levels of competition such as the Paralympics.

Currently, there are dozens of partnership organizations in Colorado and over 300 nationwide that are helping our veterans with their rehabilitation through adaptive sports. The U.S. Olympic Committee’s Paralympics Chief Charlie Huebner said he’s seen the results of the program firsthand and is proud to support its reauthorization.

“The USOC, and more importantly the hundreds of adaptive sport organizations that are delivering the grassroots programs, are proud to stand with Congressmen Coffman in support of a bill that allows for experienced adaptive sport entities to partner with the VA,” Huebner said.

milestones Education

Casey Robinson, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in health services administration and allied health from Washburn University.

Andrew Singer, of Littleton, was named to Massanutten Academy’s honors list for the first grading period of the 2013-14 school year.

Timothy Smith, of Littleton, was awarded a scholarship at Denison University. Smith, a member of the class of 2017, received a Denison Founders Award, which is based on academic achievement, leadership and personal merit.

Andrew Hart, of Littleton, is a member of St. Jude Up Til Dawn at Ashland University. Hart is majoring in public relations.

Hart serves as the co-production/logistics chair for St. Jude Up ‘Til Dawn. Hart also is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta and the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity. He is the son of Butch and Becky Hart, of Littleton, and a 2011 graduate of Northwest High School in Canal Fulton, Ohio.

Aaron David Ruger, of Littleton, has earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Central Oklahoma.

Jesse Ireland, of Littleton, is a member of the Newman Catholic Leadership Council at Ashland University. Ireland is majoring in athletic training. He is the son of Jesse and Julie Ireland, of Littleton, and a 2012 graduate of Heritage High School.

Daniel Watanabe, of Littleton, has received the Teacher’s College Scholarship for the 2013-14 academic year at Emporia State University.

Alexander Kuntz, of Littleton, has been

elected to the Phi Beta Kappa honorary scholastic fraternity. Kuntz is the son of John Kuntz and Joan Kuntz and is a graduate of Kent Denver School.

Nicholas Thill, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree from Concordia University, Nebraska, in August 2013.

Rachel Gershon and Johanna Bloom, of Littleton, received the Biola University president’s scholarship for the 2013-14 academic year. Gershon and Bloom are freshmen at Biola.

Dylan Malewska and Katie Gustin, of Littleton, were selected to the climate action team at the Fort Lewis College Environmental Center. Malewski is majoring in environmental studies, and Gustin’s major is environmental studies with a general option.

Shawn Randolph, of Littleton, was named to the fall 2013 dean’s list at Union University.

Breanna Hixon, of Littleton, was named to the fall 2013 dean’s list at Washburn University.

Casey Robinson, of Littleton, was named to the fall 2013 president’s honor roll at Washburn University.

Anthony James Urbano, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Oregon.

Katelin Barson, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in English, secondary teaching, from the University of Northern Colorado.

Kathryn Beard, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary teaching from the University of Northern Colorado.

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elor’s degree in biological sciences from the University of Northern Colorado.

Thomas Comstock, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, from the University of Northern Colorado.

Rachel Donnelly, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in art and design, K-12 teaching, from the University of Northern Colorado.

Amanda Evans, of Littleton, graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in elementary teaching from the University of Northern Colorado.

Molly Evensen, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in theatre arts from the University of Northern Colorado.

Braden Everly, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in special education from the University of Northern Colorado.

Jessica Garriott, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, from the University of Northern Colorado.

Brooke Holland, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in history, secondary teaching, from the University of Northern Colorado.

Charles Hopkins, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary teaching, interdisciplinary studies, from the University of Northern Colorado.

Ashley Ives, of Littleton, earned a master’s degree in special education from the University of Northern Colorado.

Hannah Lozano, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Northern Colorado.

Chance Mankowski, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in communication studies from the University of Northern Colorado.

Christina Miller, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in art and design, K-12 teaching, from the University of Northern Colorado.

Christa Murphy, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Northern Colorado.

Danielle Nefe, of Littleton, earned a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from the University of Northern Colorado.

Steven Reyes, of Littleton, earned a

bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Northern Colorado.

Sara Sheets, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary teaching from the University of Northern Colorado.

Paige Spiegelberg, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary teaching from the University of Northern Colorado.

She also was part of the President’s Leadership Program.

Anna Stefanich, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in communication studies from the University of Northern Colorado.

Brian Vander Velde, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, from the University of Northern Colorado.

Angela Wempe, of Littleton, earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from the University of Northern Colorado.

Community

Charles S. Brown, of Littleton, was reappointed by Gov. John Hickenlooper to serve as a representative with knowledge of property taxation on the State Board of Equalization, which reviews the valuations of real and personal property and, upon a majority vote, raise, lower and otherwise change such valuations so that the state’s tax burden is equally and fairly distributed.

The Colorado Senate must still confirm the appointment. Brown was appointed for a term expiring Sept. 2, 2017.

Military

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class David S. O’Grady graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San AntonioLackland, San Antonio, Texas. O’Grady is the son of Raymond Reynolds, of Highlands Ranch, and Julia Reynolds, of Littleton. He is a 2007 graduate of Arapahoe High School, Centennial.

Air Force Airman 1st Class Garrett G. White graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. White earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Karen White, of Littleton, and a 2011 graduate of Dakota Ridge High School, Littleton.

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‘Heaven has gained an angel’ Arapahoe High shooting victim Claire Davis dies

By Chris Rotar

crotar@coloradocommunitymedia.com The list of items, each one dropped off as a gesture of hope and support, continued to grow.

The flowers, the candles, the cards, the teddy bears, the balloons, the banners urging strength. Since Dec. 13, they piled up outside a fence at Arapahoe High School in Centennial.

Claire Davis — and all of Arapahoe High — was tight within an extended community’s embrace.

Nine days after Davis was shot in the head, one item, a yellow poster board, spelled out the heartbreaking conclusion of her fight for life.

“Heaven has gained an angel.”

Davis had died the previous day, at 4:29 p.m. Dec. 21, at Littleton Adventist Hospital, her family by her side. The 17-year-old had been in critical condition since fellow Arapahoe High student Karl Pierson shot her at the school around 12:30 p.m. Dec. 13.

A statement posted on the hospital’s Facebook page announced the news to the community and to those around the nation and world who spent more than a week praying for Davis to recover. The hospital’s message seemed to indicate that Davis was indeed “Warrior Strong” — a mantra built on the school’s nickname and the need to rebound from a nightmare — until the end.

“Despite the best efforts of our physicians and nursing staff, and Claire’s fighting spirit, her injuries were too severe and the most advanced medical treatments could not prevent this tragic loss of life.

Claire’s death is immensely heartbreaking for our entire community, our staff and our families.”

Shortly after that posting, the hospital relayed a message from the Davis family, which, in part, stated: “Although we have lost our precious daughter, we will always be grateful for the indelible journey she took us on over the last 17 years — we were truly blessed to be Claire’s parents.

The grace, laughter and light she brought to this world will not be extinguished by her death; to the contrary, it will only get stronger.”

Davis, who loved horses and the boyband One Direction, was a senior at Arapahoe. Authorities believe she just happened to be near the north entrance to the school used by Pierson as he made his charge to the library in search of his primary target, the coach of the speech and debate team. The shotgun-wielding Pierson killed himself in the library about a minute after shooting Davis.

Arapahoe County Sheriff Grayson Robinson said the two knew each other, but likely not well, and that there is no evidence she was a target of Pierson’s.

“As the result of discussions with the

Dozens of people gathered at Shepherd of the Hills Church in Centennial on Dec. 20 to pray for Claire Davis. Photo by Jennifer Smith Davis family and friends of Claire Davis, it is clear that Claire and the shooter were school acquaintances, but were never close friends,” Robinson said in a Dec. 18 news release.

Over the weekend, Davis’ family announced the establishment of the Arapahoe High School Community Fund honoring Claire Davis. The Davis charitable fund will “support Arapahoe High School and the surrounding community by providing assistance for mental health care, anti-bullying programs and other community needs,” according to a statement by the City of Centennial.

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper a statement on his Facebook page the night of Davis’ death, offering his condolences.2 “Claire Davis personified the love and kindness she learned from her family,” he wrote. “All of Colorado feels that. They are in our hearts.”

Arapahoe High School Principal Natalie Pramenko sent an email to parents following Davis’ death.

“The Davis family remains in our thoughts and prayers,” she wrote.

“It is times like this that remind all of us to treasure every moment with our loved ones. I hope you are feeling the love and support of this incredible state, and most importantly of our Arapahoe community. Thank you for your ongoing support and care for all of our students.

Now more than ever, stay WARRIOR STRONG.” The night before Davis succumbed to her injury, a candlelight vigil was held at Shepherd of the Hills Church in Centennial, just down the street from Arapahoe High.

“We pray for her and her family, and pray that God would be merciful and compassionate not only to her, but to all our kids and families,” Rev. Bradley Stoltenow said to a gathering of about 100 people. “Our healing process begins, and it begins because we have a resolve to take our school back.”

— Staff writer Jennifer Smith contributed to this article.

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the davis family The following statement from Claire Davis’ family was posted Dec. 21 on Littleton Adventist Hospital’s Facebook page: It is with unspeakable sadness that we write and say that Claire has passed away from the gunshot wound she received at Arapahoe High School on December 13, 2013. Although we have lost our precious daughter, we will always be grateful for the indelible journey she took us on over the last 17 years — we were truly blessed to be Claire’s parents. The grace, laughter and light she brought to this world will not be extinguished by her death; to the contrary, it will only get stronger.

Last week was truly a paradox in that we lost our daughter, yet we witnessed the wonderful love that exists in the world through the tremendous outpouring of support we received. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank the first responders, the school resource officer, security guard and vice principal at Arapahoe High School, the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s office, and the physicians, nurses and staff at Littleton Adventist Hospital. Each played a significant role in giving Claire a chance to live, and demonstrated extreme amounts of professionalism, courage and love. Please know that we will never forget the extraordinary work you did on Claire’s behalf.

We ask that you give us time to grieve the death of our daughter by respecting our wishes for privacy.

With much loving-kindness, The Davis Family

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community support poured in for Davis in the form of prayers, vigils and a tribute outside a fence at the school that included gifts, flowers and cards from people from around the area. “Warrior strong” and “Warriors always take care of one another” could be seen on signs across the area.

Arapahoe County Sheriff Grayson Robinson praised the quick response of the school resource officer after Karl Pierson began shooting at around 12:30 p.m. Dec. 13. With the resource officer fast approaching, Pierson took his own life about 80 seconds after firing his first shot.

Since the shooting, classes have been canceled at Arapahoe High School. They are scheduled to resume next week.

— Chris Rotar

C-470 project around the bend

Following two years of outreach and research, this February, the C-470 Corridor Coalition Steering Committee — made up of representatives from Douglas, Arapahoe and Jefferson counties, the Highlands Ranch Metro District and cities of Littleton, Lone Tree and Centennial — unanimously approved funding a $230 million widening project of C-470 through the construction of 13.1 miles worth of managed toll lanes in both directions between Kipling and I-25.

While construction on the C-470 project — which was awarded $100 million in RAMP funding on behalf of the Colorado Department of Transportation this fall — won’t get underway until 2015, road work dotted the south metro landscape in 2013.

Two major projects wound to a close in the latter months of the year, including the widening of US 85 between Highlands Ranch and Louviers, as well as the Broadway/C-470 intersection project, which took over a year to complete.

Douglas County spent almost as much money on road maintenance in Highlands Ranch in 2013, $18.3 million, as it did in the previous seven years combined, $21.6 million. A similar amount of work, mostly concrete maintenance, is slated for 2014.

The C-470 widening project is expected to be 100 percent complete by January 2018.

— Ryan Boldrey

The first civil unions

In a year that saw the Defense of Marriage Act deemed unconstitutional by the US Supreme Court, Colorado became the sixth state in the union to approve civil unions for same-sex couples this March, joining 10 other states where gay marriage is legal.

Receiving unanimous support from Senate and House Democrats, SB-11 also picked up three Republican votes along the way, including one from Carole Murray (HD-45) of Castle Rock. Murray said it is not

Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver, left, speaks in support of his civil unions bill Feb. 28 at a rally at the state capitol. Standing next to him are bill co-sponsors House Speaker Mark Ferrandino, D-Denver, and Rep. Sue Schaefer, D-Wheat Ridge. The bill passed the House Judiciary Committee later that day, and now continues through the House. File photo for her to judge others; that should be left to God. Neither Douglas nor Arapahoe County celebrated with midnight unions May 1, the first day couples were allowed to form a legal union, but there were couples in line when both county buildings opened for business that morning.

“I didn’t ever think I would see this day,” said Jan Friedlander, who became legally bound to her partner of 26 years, Cynthia Kristensen in Castle Rock.

—Ryan Boldrey

Englewood’s Depot dilemma

The future of the Englewood Depot was in the news a lot in 2013, particularly the objections raised over the city’s decision to sell the building to a Denver couple instead of keeping it in local hands.

Railroad officials closed the depot in the 1950s and it sat empty until the 1990s when Englewood residents rallied to save it from demolition, resulting in the building’s move to its current location at Galapago Street and Dartmouth Avenue.

The initial plans were to restore it and make it into a museum. While some restoration work was done, the museum idea never got off the ground. The city eventually took possession of the building and, earlier this year, sought a buyer.

There were two proposals, one from the Englewood Historical Preservation Society and one from letterpress printers Tom and Patti Parsons. A selection committee unani-

mously supported Parson’s proposal and council approved the sale for $30,000 despite numerous objections from residents and the historical preservation society.

Since the sale went final in October, Tom Parsons said he has been working on clearing a number of hurdles to move forward with letterpress museum plans.

— Tom Munds

postelection report by a local consultant blamed the BOCC for the defeat of several key bond measures proposed to shore up the county’s ailing finances. The report also blasted the BOCC for “infighting” and escalating “dysfunction” in the county’s leadership.

— George Lurie

Elbert County’s ‘dysfunction’

After a long dry spell, developers went wild in Littleton, and city council approved four multifamily projects that will add about 1,200 units to the city.

All the activity stirred up a hornet’s nest.

Consequences included one failed bid for council, one eight-hour public hearing, one grassroots campaign, two successful citizens’ initiatives and some name-calling.

But city officials are thrilled, even changing the city’s motto to “Littleton: Anything but Little.” After City Manager Michael Penny took over in 2011, he went to work changing processes and regulations.

About 39 percent of Littleton’s housing is multifamily, compared to 16 percent in Douglas County and 32 percent in Denver.

Council did reject a controversial proposal to build 225 units east of Littleton Courthouse and has yet to review a plan for 250 more on the southwest corner of Belleview and Federal. There are 774 more units planned for as part of a mixed-use development at Santa Fe and Mineral that

Teetering on the brink of financial insolvency, Elbert County jolted from crisis to crisis during 2013.

Governed by a controversial Board of County Commissioners that included two self-proclaimed Tea Party loyalists — Robert Rowland and Kurt Schlegel — during the course of the year, the county struggled to adopt new regulations for oil and gas exploration in the county.

A tug-of-war between the conservative BOCC and liberal planning commission resulted in the resignation of planning commission chair Grant Thayer in July and the firing of his successor, Paul Crisan, by the BOCC in November.

Meanwhile, former finance director Stan Wilmer was also fired in November when the county missed a set of deadlines to submit a final 2012 budget audit, a circumstance that prompted the state to freeze disbursement of property tax revenues. As 2013 came to a close, the audit had still not been submitted to the state.

And to add insult to injury, a scathing

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Opening reception: Jan. 17, 5-8 p.m.

Tap Kids has been inspiring and delighting audiences worldwide since 2002, and now Parker has a unique opportunity to get a behind the scenes look at their contemporary stage show. You’re invited to watch the diverse cast of eight phenomenal tap dancers rehearse, in this low-tech, interactive demonstration.

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council approved in the 1980s, but has never been developed.

— Jennifer Smith

Statue out, God in

Some may argue that God has always been there, and always will be — but this summer, unlike ever before, the Higher Power became visibly higher in the form of newly affixed in words on an overhang in the Castle Rock Town Council’s Chambers.

And while the words “In God We Trust,” are now an indelible part of the town hall’s ambience, a bronze sculpture affixed to a town hall stairway, was determined to be welcome no more and removed.

After Castle Rock Mayor Paul Donahue brought up his thoughts about wanting “In God We Trust” installed in council chambers, he said he also wanted removal of a sculpture — an about 8-inch-high piece that looks like a melting earth, accompanied by a plaque with the words “Global Warming.”

It was one of several small bronze pieces the town’s public arts commission had bought and placed around town.

Donahue thought it could be politically contentious. After a council consensus, the sculpture left, but didn’t leave town. The sculpture was donated to a nonprofit that funds school art programs and auctioned off.

The new owner: Former Castle Rock Mayor Randy Reed.

— Virginia Grantier

Area is open for business

Several big-name businesses either opened in the area or announced plans to do so in 2013.

Perhaps the most notable addition was Cabela’s, a specialty retailer of outdoor recreation merchandise that hired close to 200 employees when it opened in August to much fanfare. age 5Hundreds of die-hard supporters camped out ahead of the grand opening, demonstrating the level of anticipation for the store’s arrival.

It not only filled a niche and created jobs, but was expected to generate significant sales tax revenue and secondary economic benefits. Douglas County even funded a study that showed the store’s impact to the local economy will be around $24 million a year.

Cabela’s wasn’t the only arrival. Charles Schwab’s 1,800 Denver-area employees will soon move into three buildings in Lone Tree. The $230 million project is still taking shape on a 57-acre lot near Sky Ridge Medical Center. The Schwab buildings were designed, in part, to attract future employees.

— Chris Michlewicz

Pot plans up in smoke

South-metro smokers will have to commute to buy legal marijuana when sales start on Jan. 1, as every community south of Denver to Colorado Springs has either banned retail pot stores or put off a decision until

Thousands of people waited in line the morning of Aug. 15, in anticipation of Cabela’s opening its doors. File photo the big-city experiment has a chance to play out.

Not all of those governmental decisions were unanimous. Several representatives believed allowing them would more accurately represent what the voters wanted and expected, and some felt like turning away a potential source of salestax revenue would be foolhardy.

“I believe the voters expect us to approve retail sales of marijuana in the city,” said former Littleton City Councilmember Jim Taylor before that council extended its moratorium until October 2014. “Littleton has a chance to be a leader.”

But many worried about things like crime, access by kids and their community’s image.

“You never want to bring in revenue that’s going to negatively impact your community,” said Castle Pines Mayor Mark Towne before his council voted to ban sales.

— Jennifer Smith

Parker’s prairie dog mystery

Questions swirled after a prairie dog colony on the northeast corner of Mainstreet and Twenty Mile Road in Parker was wiped out in mid-September, upsetting residents who drive and walk by the site every day. Tiny white crosses, with messages saying “RIP Prairie Dogs,” appeared on the empty burrows about a week later, with no one claiming responsibility.

A spokeswoman for the Town of Parker said the community development department does not regulate the elimination of prairie dogs on private property, and that no violations were committed because the species is not protected.

One of the many property owners on the corner confirmed that there were no pending development applications, leading residents to question the need for such action. The property owner said he did not know who ordered the ex-

termination of the colony.

Several witnesses claimed they had either seen or talked to the men who were spraying a chemical gas into the burrows. Weeks later, employees of businesses adjacent to the barren colony became attached to a lone survivor.

— Chris Michlewicz

School issues divide Douglas

The Douglas County School Board elections divided the county for months leading up to the Nov. 5 decision.

Four candidates endorsed by the Douglas County Republicans and supportive of the district’s controversial education reforms — two of them incumbents — ultimately won the contentious race.

They defeated four challengers seeking to change the way the district is being run.

Parents and teachers campaigned by painting car windows with the names of their preferred candidates and waving signs at busy intersections throughout the county. Supporters on both sides ran advertisements, hired canvassers and distributed a variety of campaign material.

As the year closes, school board members attempt to move forward and resolve to increase community input, even as some express continued discontent with recently enacted policy changes.

— Jane Reuter

Tackling a mountain

Labeling it a “top priority” for 2013, South Metro Denver Chamber President John Brackney led the charge locally to promote the “Fix the Debt” campaign — a national, bipartisan, grassroots effort to resolve “the nation’s ongoing debt crisis.”

Brackney spent a great deal of time speaking about the issue and visiting communities across the state to lobby commissioners, mayors and other local leaders

to get behind the movement.

“Decisions in Washington affect businesses outside the beltway,” Brackney said. “Congress and the president must act now … to create greater market certainty” and “put our country back on a track of fiscal sanity.”

Across the state, backing for the campaign grew during the year, bolstered by support from Congressmen Mike Coffman and Ed Pearlmutter and U.S. Sen. Michael Bennett as well as former Colorado Gov. Dick Lamm.

“I believe this is the most important issue facing the United States right now,” said Rick Whipple, a Littleton CPA and chairman of the South Metro chamber, who along with Brackney and other business leaders, made multiple trips to Washington during 2013 to urge lawmakers to come together to achieve a major debt-reform plan.

— George Lurie

Sterling Ranch approved, again

For the second time in three years, the Sterling Ranch planned development in northwest Douglas County was unanimously approved by the Douglas County commissioners.

The project — which calls for a 12,050-home community located on 3,400 acres northeast of Roxborough State Park — was approved July 10 and hopes to break ground in the next couple of months.

After successfully halting the Sterling Ranch development once already over issues of sufficient water, the neighbors to the north, the Chatfield Community Association, filed another legal challenge this August against the development, asking the 18th Judicial District court to once again review the commissioners’ decision to approve.

While early in 2013 Sterling Ranch reached contractual agreements to obtain the necessary water through

its provider, Dominion Water and Sanitation District, and signed on to the WISE (Water Infrastructure and Supply Efficiency) Partnership agreement to obtain renewable water from Aurora and Denver, opponents state that the commissioners demonstrated an “abuse of discretion” and “acted outside their jurisdiction and authority” by approv-

ing the development a second time.

Despite the pending legal tie-up, Sterling Ranch managing director Harold Smethills said they are ready to finally move forward and build homes. The developers selected Richmond American Homes of Colorado as their primary builder in August.

— Ryan Boldrey

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opinions / yours and ours

Flattery will get you everywhere OK, so maybe it’s not flattery that will get you everywhere but rather kindness or, at a minimum, kind words.

Now don’t get me wrong, flattery when sincerely given is not a bad place to start either. The problem comes when we use flattery as a weapon or manipulative tactic instead of having it come from the truth of the heart.

There are few things I enjoy more than hearing people speaking lovingly and kindly to one another. And I can assure you that as I have an opportunity to witness such sweet acts and hear such warm words, even though I am not a direct part of the conversation, it warms my heart and I find it to be just so wonderful. It inspires me to seek out opportunities to do the very same thing.

And do it as quickly as possible.

You know the old saying, “If you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say anything at all.” I often wonder why more people don’t subscribe to the philosophy or actually put it into practice on a more regular basis, doing it so often that it becomes a good habit and all that emerges from their lips are words of love, hope and encourage-

ment.

Love, hope, and encouragement are the essence of what kindness is really all about.

I bet you can think of a time or conversation that you had where you wish the words would have been sweeter, and the outcome much better.

Now, I know some families seem to believe that speaking harshly or even caustically to one another is their `norm’ and just couldn’t even imagine trying to speak words that build each other up instead of tearing each other down.

Unfortunately there are other old sayings and philosophical beliefs that are so heavily

Nocturnal sales pitches and worthless coins I was warned. When I mentioned to a friend several years ago that I was planning to move my television to the master bedroom, my friend said, “You might regret it.”

I think she was right. I now watch about 10 times as much programming as I did when the set was in the living room. The programming isn’t any better than it used to be — in fact, it’s worse.

Add to that some horrific visions in my room of rest, like the one I had recently when I couldn’t sleep, and simply wanted something or someone to comfort me back into the arms of Morpheus.

I turned on the television at about 3 a.m., and a man who looked exactly like entertainer Jack Cassidy — just a little too good looking — started yelling at me about quarters. He was standing right next to hundreds of shiny, uncirculated quarters, row after row of them.

For a limited time only I could own all of them, and ones that were yet to be minted — for two easy payments.

He had his pitch down perfectly, never stumbled over his words, or let on that he was a shill — which he was.

He was exceedingly annoying, but I couldn’t stop watching, or wondering how many others were watching too and reaching for their credit cards.

Here’s a flashback for you.

For the final eight years of a dear friend’s life, I fixed her Sunday breakfast.

I always brought her flowers. I checked in on her during the week. A couple of times I changed her bedding because of blood, provided updates to her relatives in North Carolina, and expected nothing in return — but I was receiving many, many things in return.

She was an artist. I am an artist. She was my final mentor, and I was able to see what it might be like to have dedicated yourself to a lifetime of art, but now it was no longer possible to make art, not for her.

Her husband, a brilliant poet, died long before she did. They lived in a small house on Kearney Street off of Colfax, where Ruth and Littleton made their art and poetry.

They created during the day, and enjoyed cocktails in the evening. I never met her husband, but I sensed that he loved Ruth profoundly, and wanted to ensure that she would be taken care of in her last

years alone.

She told me that he began to invest in coins that were advertised in magazines, that would appreciate unimaginably, and provide financial security beyond belief for anyone who possessed them.

My constant readers know that I am a skeptic. I sometimes have doubts that Thursdays will follow Wednesdays.

When Ruth died, I was informed that I was to inherit her oil painting supplies.

They hadn’t been touched in years, and were worthless to me. Imagine strangled toothpaste tubes.

I also was awarded a houseplant. It was monstrous, and I always said so, but I think she thought I meant that it was monstrously beautiful.

Finally, I was given all of Littleton’s coins, bags and bags of them, in neat little packets. I took the bags of coins to a coin shop on Broadway in Denver, and an employee asked me where I had gotten them.

He interrupted my story and said, “May I finish for you?”

He wanted to know if I had received them from someone whose spouse had died, but beforehand made a substantial investment in coins that would appreciate unimaginably, and provide financial security beyond belief for anyone who possessed them.

“Uh, exactly.”

He smiled and said, “I’ll give you $170.”

I didn’t heed my friend’s warning about a bedroom television — but I’d like to warn you about nocturnal sales pitches for the shiny quarters of your dreams. Or nightmares.

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

engrained in the hearts and minds of people that prohibit them from seeing the many benefits of speaking kindly and lovingly toward one another. Sayings like, “familiarity breeds contempt,” or “sometimes it just seems easier to say harsh things or hurt those closest to us.”

Maybe it’s time to break that cycle!

Maybe our resolution for 2014 could be to speak words of optimism, love, hope and encouragement to one another. What would that sound like in your house, in your family, with your friends, and even with your co-workers? Maybe it will feel a little uncomfortable and even unnatural at first.

But here’s the deal, the more that we do it and do it consistently, the more the people around us will seem to change as well.

I would say that the majority of us long for words of hope and encouragement, and more importantly we respond favorably to such nurturing talk.

I am not sure about you, but when I feel like the flattery is sincere or that someone is building me up through the use of kind and loving words, I feel better and everything in my life feels and seems better. My relation-

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letter to the editor healthcare a fundamental human right

Re: U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman’s December column: Mr. Coffman, I share the concerns expressed by your constituents regarding the ACA. I agree that in the wealthiest country in the world, it is reprehensible that hard-working citizens (like my sister and 2 million others) have to make a choice between financial ruin and life itself.

That being said, I find your conclusions to be disingenuous and poorly reasoned.

Healthcare costs have been going through the roof for decades, way before the advent of the ACA. And the rate of increase has actually leveled since the ACA. So to allude that the ACA is somehow responsible for high costs flies in the face of the evidence. But frankly, all of this misses the point.

It’s important to ask the fundamental question, why is our healthcare so expensive and less effective than elsewhere in the world? At its root, it’s because of the perverse incentives that emerge as a result of taking the “patient-centered, marketbased approach,” using your words.

These incentives emerge as a result of making the assumption that healthcare is the same as any other commodity when it comes to supply and demand. But healthcare is what economists call “price inelastic,” which means that price doesn’t drive demand. This is fundamentally because healthcare lacks the most basic charac-

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ships are stronger, work is a better place to be, and my family seems to thrive whenever we really focus on our word choices and sincerity and intent of what we say.

“I am so proud of you.” “Nice job today.”

“You look beautiful.” “I am so glad you are in my life.” “Thanks for all you do for me or for us.” These are just examples, but I can promise you that when we take the focus off of the bad and we make a genuine effort to look for the good and verbalize those good feelings to everyone we encounter, it will make an enormous and positive difference in every one of our relationships.

Are you speaking words of love, hope and encouragement? Are you operating first and foremost from a position of kindness?

I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com and when we all start practicing this habit even just a little bit more in 2014, each week really will be a better than good week.

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teristic of an efficient economic model: choice. When you’re faced with death or disability, choice goes out the window.

We also agree that Obamacare is not the answer, but I contend that it’s because the ACA doesn’t directly address the fundamental problem of incentives.

What the ACA will do is expose the willful opacity so expertly institutionalized by a set of industries that profits mightily from such opacity. As a society we have (rightly) concluded that we’re not going to leave people to die in the street. In essence this means that healthcare is a fundamental human right as opposed to a privilege. As a society we also agree that we have the right to national security, and we all know that rights come with obligations. We live up to our national obligations by each and every one of us (who is able) pitching in for the universal good. We have a name for this: taxes.

For all these reasons and more, it is inevitable that any sustainable delivery system must preserve healthcare as a fundamental human right in a manner that rewards cost-effective outcomes.

I only hope that we collectively come to this conclusion before we throw the baby out with the bathwater.

Tony Dobaj Highlands Ranch

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NEWS IN A HURRY Sakdol to head CAA

Arapahoe County Assessor Corbin Sakdol has been elected president of the Colorado Assessors’ Association, becoming the second Arapahoe County e to Assessor to lead the organization since ever 1976. He previously served as treasurer and most recently as second vice d president of the organization, and was ay.” named its 2012 Assessor of the Year.

Sakdol is serving his second term, and are e or has worked for the Arapahoe County Assessor’s Office since 1990. an us off t to LPS students shine in chess tournament Approximately 200 students particiood pated in the annual LPS District Chess ll nce Tournament, held at Newton Middle School in December. Winners were: Gabe Brock, kindergarten/first grade, e first Lenski; Brett Sweeney, second grade, Lenski; Kevin Anderson, third grade, ss? or- Lenski; Nolan Carmody, fourth grade, rac- Franklin; Dhruv Sharma, fifth grade, re in Littleton Academy; Jonathan Schreiber, han sixth through eighth grades, Goddard.

ACC announces faculty member of the year

ds Nia Bauer, now in her sixth year as a glar biology professor at Arapahoe Community College, is the 2013-14 Faculty Member of the Year. Bauer is the founding adviser of the Sustainability Club and serves as the principal investigator for the college’s national science grant. She is also the STEM Coach for Englewood High School.

Bauer has been teaching for 15 years. She earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of San Diego before going on to complete her doctorate at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

She resides in Broomfield with her husband, Brent, and two daughters.

offers 30 activities and ideas to try, including giving up a bad habit for a day, trying a game of Pickleball or an aqua class, or attending a free Coffee and Chat class. Activities are assigned points that can earn a $10 South Suburban recreation gift card and other prizes. For more information, visit www.sspr.org.

County approves budget

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners recently adopted a $338 million, balanced budget for 2014, achieved through voluntary reductions to elected offices and departments and continued implementation of efficiency measures throughout the county.

The budget meets the tenets of Align Arapahoe, the county’s performance framework, implemented in 2009. It includes $10.6 million for capital projects, of which $3.1 million is set aside for new roadway and infrastructure projects; $1.3 million for renovations to Altura Plaza; $2.3 million for improvements to the county’s Lima Plaza to accommodate a relocation of probation; and $890,000 for an additional courtroom at the Arapahoe County Justice Center.

VOA needs Snow Buddies

The Heritage High Belles won the Class 5A Jazz division at the State Spirit Competition Dec. 6 at the Denver Coliseum. Nineteen teams competed in the Jazz category. The Belles were one of four teams to reach the finals.

Volunteers of America’s Snow Buddy Program, sponsored by the Safety of Seniors Handyman Program, needs volunteers to help serve limited-income seniors 60 and older. Volunteers shovel sidewalks and walkways for seniors who are unable to do so, helping keep them safe and avoid being fined for not shoveling. Volunteers also visit with the seniors to make sure they are doing well, and report any concerns to back to Volunteers of America.

In addition to Snow Buddy Program and the Safety of Seniors Handyman Program, VOA also offers Meals on Wheels. For more information, contact 720-264-3379 or snowbuddies@ voacolorado.org, or visit www.voacolorado.org.

South Suburban offers free fitness

LHS soccer team shows its smarts

Heritage High Belles win state

South Suburban Parks and Recreation’s Passport to Heath is a free wellness rewards program designed to help patrons improve their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. It runs Jan. 1 through Feb. 28, and is open to anyone.

Register at any South Suburban recreation center.

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McComb keeps on truckin’ Littleton driver wins safety award

By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@coloradocommnitymedia.com Jack McComb’s heart lives in Littleton, but his life is on the road.

“I enjoy driving and seeing different things,” he said. “It’s not exactly like being a tourist, because there’s a lot of places the truck can’t go. But I get to see the countryside and meet a lot of interesting people. It’s enjoyable and relaxing to me.”

McComb is spending his retirement as an independent trucker, and he recently took home an award from the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association for 10 years of safe, accident-free driving.

“I don’t know how I got into trucking, but one day I just woke up in a truck,” he jokes. “I always wanted to drive a truck. I didn’t really intend to make a career out of it, but here I am.”

His career highway has had a lot of curves. After graduating from George Washington High School, he played football for CU Boulder, winning the Rose Bowl twice. That, plus the fact that he missed the lottery by one number, kept him out of Vietnam.

He majored in business, but started his career as an air-traffic controller. He made it through the now-infamous strike, having been transferred to a different department. But he remembers it well.

“It was a safety issue,” he said. “We were still using World War II radar. It was dangerous.”

After retiring from the Federal Aviation Administration, he wound up spending about five years as a Boulder County sheriff’s deputy. Then he thought he’d try putting his master’s degree in finance to use, launching a corporate-tax consulting firm. He quickly realized he needed

more action in his life.

“I don’t know why I got into finance,” he said.

So he started Littleton-based Elite One Paramedic Services, offering on-set emergency services to what was then a burgeoning film industry in Colorado. He worked with some big names, including Steven Seagal in “Under Siege 2,” Ben Affleck in “Phantoms,” Danny Glover and Dennis Quaide in “Switchback” and Loni Anderson and Hulk Hogan in “3 Ninjas,” which was filmed at the old Elitch’s.

That star-studded experience led to a relationship with Warner Bros. and eventually to his first trucking job, driving for that company. Finally he bought his own truck, and now hauls trade-show setups to conventions and corporate meetings across the country.

“I’m licensed in all 48 states, but I go out of my way to stay west of Ohio,” he said. “I hate the East Coast. I like Vegas a lot. It’s the convention capital of the world, and the weather doesn’t get terrible. Sometimes it’s terrible getting over the mountains, and there are good places to stay. Truck stops are the worst place in the world to be.”

His industry has changed a lot over the years, he says.

“When I first started, radios were going constantly,” he said. “Today, I can go forever and never hear anybody. The camaraderie is gone. Today you hardly ever hear anybody ask if you need help.

They all have cell phones, and they call for help. And the young kids, it’s not their fault, but they’re not getting the training they need.”

And that’s where OOIDA comes in, he says, lobbying Washington, D.C., for tighter safety regulations.

“You have to care about safety, your own safety and you have to consider the safety and well-being about the other people, even though they don’t care about you.”

The Littleton High School girls’ varsity soccer team was one of only three Colorado high school teams in the spring of 2013 to earn recognition from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America for its academic excellence. This is the 15th consecutive year that LHS has been honored. Teams must attain a combined grade point average of 3.25 or greater to be eligible.

County honors Littleton attorney Prendergast thanked for years of service

By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@ourcoloradonews.com Arapahoe County recently honored long-time Littleton attorney Paul Prendergast for his 22 years of service on the Community Corrections Board, including serving as chairman.

“Paul has contributed his knowledge and expertise in the criminal justice system to make the 18th Judicial District’s Community Corrections Board one of the best in Colorado,” said Commissioner Rod Bockenfeld.” His absence from this board will be missed.”

Prendergast became interested in serving on the board after successfully winning a battle to get a particularly troubled young client, who had been abandoned by his mother and saw his father murdered, enrolled in the corrections program instead of prison. He had been handed what likely would have been a life sentence, basically for pursesnatching and stealing change from a car wash.

“I broke all of the rules to get him in,” said Prendergast. “You get mad all the time. You can kind of rail at it from the outside, or you can roll up your sleeves and try to fix it from the inside.”

Community-corrections programs are most often a system of “halfway houses” used to ease released prisoners back into society. Prendergast says this greatly reduces the chance of recidivism.

“It’s instead of giving them a bus ticket to East Colfax with $100 and set of used clothing and that’s all they have,” he said.

In the 19-year-old’s case, it was an alternative to prison, requiring drug testing, counseling and strict monitoring in an effort to set criminals on a more worthy path.

“Otherwise they’re never going to have a chance,” he said. “It’s a waste of human life if they don’t have a program like that to get through.”

Arapahoe County maintains three separate programs. One is the first specialized women’s program in Colorado, which Prendergast is proud to have helped create.

“It gives you a reason to go to work every day,” he said. “It’s helping keep the community safe, rescuing lives, giving people a chance to get back on track.”

In his day-to-day practice, Prendergast spends much of his time representing people involved in highly volatile divorces.

“Sometimes you’re representing the one who’s out of control, and sometimes you’re representing the victim,” he said.

“Sometimes they’re both out of control, and sometimes they get along and everything winds down OK.”

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Ranch man offers nonprofits tech help Tech4NonProfits has like-new tech equipment at deeply discounted prices

By Virginia Grantier

vgrantier@coloradocommunitymedia.com Garry Seaber, 53, of Highlands Ranch, who started a computer-refurbishing company in his garage, IT Liquidators, and now has a 6,000 square-foot warehouse in the community, along with a California office, just recently launched a new division to help nonprofits save money.

Seaber — who developed his computer and business skills during years working with IBM and other companies in California — sells computer equipment to nonprofits at discounts ranging from 30 to 50 percent.

“We’re still making some money, but not like normal,” he said about Tech4NonProfits’ profit margin. But, he said, he thinks it’s something really worthwhile for the community.

Seaber, who has an economics degree from University of Southern California, established his own company after he made the move in 2004 to Colorado, a family vacation spot, because he wanted to move out of Southern California — to gain a desired life-style change for his family.

He said IT Liquidators’ main business is buying large amounts of outdated computer equipment from corporations, upgrading it and installing new operating systems.

Seaber said he then sells the equipment to companies with limited equipment budgets who have found they get substantially more for their money if they buy refurbished equipment instead of new.

The new Tech4NonProfits division gives nonprofits that same lower price plus the additional discount.

Seaber, whose company also gives 10 percent of profits to charity from computers sold on Ebay — currently the beneficiary is a program that places chaplains in jails —decided to do this for nonprofits after discovering they often aren’t very “tech savvy.”

He said he found they often didn’t have a “reliable and trusted source for highquality, reasonably-priced technology” and were buying new equipment from manufacturers and not getting fair prices.

“Those people have more of a servants’ heart,” he said.

Their focus is to serve a particular need in the community, meet those needs, raise donations, deal with coordination of other resources and so on, Seaber said. “(But) they still need technology to support their mission,” he added.

So, Seaber’s Tech4NonProfits division is selling to them refurbished equipment with operating systems such as Microsoft Office and Windows 7, as well as giving them free shipping; free returns; and a 120day money-back guarantee, instead of the 30-day guarantee typical for used equipment.

The other thing he’s doing now is helping other corporations do more for nonprofits.

He said he likes to encourage companies

Garry Seaber, founder of IT Liquidators and its new division Tech4NonProfits is pictured in his company’s first office space -- the garage of his Highlands Ranch home. Courtesy photo donate outdated equipment to nonprofits.

Seaber said when he buys used equipment from corporations he offers to refurbish up to 10 percent of it if the corporation will pay the cost of refurbishing — and then he gives the updated equipment back to the corporation, which then donates it to the nonprofit.

He said the nonprofit now loves that corporation because it has received donated equipment that it can actually use — and which will be useable for three to five years. And the corporation loves it because the donated equipment, in its newly refurbished state, has doubled or tripled its tax-

deduction value.

“Meeting Garry and being able to get all of the computer equipment for our office has allowed us to work much more effectively,” said Kip Pyle recently, office and technology manager for nonprofit A Strong Tower Ministry, which helps people recently released from prison.

“We serve more than 1,100 men and women each year and 90 percent of them have used our computer lab to connect to resources they need for re-entry into society after prison life. Garry and his company are truly a blessing to an organization like ours.”

Mulvey touched thousands of lives Former Littleton councilman’s life celebrated

By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia. com On a beautiful blue-sky Colorado day, members from Tom Mulvey’s several communities gathered at St. James Presbyterian Church in Littleton to celebrate his life.

Rev. Barry Ebert, who presided, spoke of “the sense of joy that lives within each of us (because of knowing Mulvey).” Ebert, whose first prayer was sung to guitar accompaniment, celebrated the particular joy of Tom and Betty Mulvey’s 50 years of marriage and the large loving family in attendance.

Sons Tom and Patrick Mulvey reminisced — both talked about a trip to California in a red station wagon, with all nine members of the family onboard. Patrick talked about “dad’s ripple effect…that made memories special with each person as he shared po-

etry and songs…”

A video created by son Phil Holland compressed 87 years of an active life, overlaid with a broad sense of humor, which included lots of funny hats.

His parallel life as a Mulvey broadcasting/advertising professional for more than 50 years was the topic for Phil Stinemates, past president and board chair of Broadcast Professionals of Colorado, who spoke of Mulvey’s skills in bringing people together —he was “at the center of our universe.”

The former city councilman’s extensive community service in Littleton was remembered by former mayor Doug Clark.

The service closed with all present singing “Let There Be Peace on Earth,” which Tom Mulvey had requested.

The family suggests that memorials may be sent to: American Cancer Society, 2255 S. Oneida St., Denver 80224; Denver Hospice, 501 S. Cherry St., Suite 700, Denver 80246; South Metro Housing Options Sneaker Fund, 5745 S. Bannock St., Littleton.

Arapahoe High School alums Megan Koehn and Bill Buckwalter never met before, but proudly sported their Warrior Pride together at Red & Jerry’s Dec. 28. Photo by Jennifer Smith

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doesn’t take no for an answer.”

He said they usually take time off during the holidays, after the Toy Run to Children’s Hospital, but they felt compelled to honor the life of the young girl, taken too soon.

“We’ve got to do something as a community to protect these kids and these schools,” said Easton-Montoya. “Because these kids are being abused, and we don’t let kids be abused. Not on our watch.”

She created a Facebook event, “Claire Davis Memorial Ride,” and it spread like wildfire. Several motorcycle clubs were represented — worn proudly on black leather were badges identifying Valiants, USMC MC, Hookers, Expendables, Rocky Mountain Harley Owners Group and more.

The riders created a thundering and colorful wave that rolled from Red & Jerry’s on Santa Fe Drive in Sheridan, then down Mineral Avenue in Littleton to Arapahoe High in Centennial. There they gathered to hear words of comfort and inspiration from “biker preacher” Tim Wooley. He said there’s no simple solution to curbing teen violence, but bikers should come together to keep pressure on lawmakers to seek one.

“You guys are supposed to be the bad guys,” he said. “Look at all this black

leather, and you all need a haircut. But you’re the good guys. Keep setting that good example, and maybe you’ll reach the life of some kid who might be ready to go off.”

The commotion drew neighbors out of their homes to take in the scene, not a common one in the Arapahoe community.

“It’s awesome, said Chelsea Cassinis, who lives just across Franklin Street. “I think it’s appropriate and a sign of respect. I think it’s great. There have been other observances held at the school, but this is the most dramatic gathering I’ve seen. It’s pretty incredible.”

Easton-Montoya hopes to turn the rally into an annual event, and wants to keep working for positive change. One thought she’s had is organizing bikers to volunteer to stand guard at school entrances.

“It would sure make people think twice,” she said.

Easton-Montoya urged everyone to head to Old Chicago in Littleton after the event, as it was donating part of its profits for the day. Between that and money pitched in by the riders, the group raised nearly $5,000 for the Arapahoe High School Community Fund honoring Claire Davis. The charitable fund will “support Arapahoe High School and the surrounding community by providing assistance for mental health care, anti-bullying programs and other community needs,” according to a statement by the City of Centennial.

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Dental care elusive for Medicaid enrollees In rural areas, few dentists available that accept Medicaid

By Kristin Jones

I-News at Rock Mountain PBS Almost half a million Coloradans are expected to gain dental benefits under Medicaid by 2016. That doesn’t mean they’ll be able to see a dentist.

Two state policy changes rolling out this year are intended to improve access to oral health care for low-income Coloradans. The state Legislature last year voted to expand Medicaid’s dental benefits to adults - it now only covers children for most kinds of care.

The change will go into effect around the same time as Colorado expands Medicaid coverage under the Affordable Care Act to those who make slightly more than the federal poverty level.

The pair of changes is expected to grow the ranks of Medicaid enrollees with dental benefits to 844,491 in 2016, from 348,142 last year, according to a study released in December by the Colorado Health Institute.

But 17 counties in Colorado don’t have a dentist who accepts Medicaid, the study reported.

Some rural areas simply don’t have dentists at all - you won’t find one in sparsely populated Kiowa County in the eastern plains, or in southern Colorado’s Mineral County, the institute found. In more populous Delta and Elbert counties, there are dentists - but none that take Medicaid.

Chaffee County ranks among the areas with a low percentage of dentists accepting Medicaid. Cara Russell heads the county’s program to improve oral health, which works to educate people on the importance of good oral hygiene.

Preventive dental care can keep people from showing up in pain at emergency rooms and in need of expensive surgery.

Poor oral health is also associated with chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease, according to recent studies cited by the Centers for Disease Control.

But inspiring someone to go to the dentist doesn’t get them there, says Russell.

For those living in her area of the state, the nearest dentist accepting Medicaid is often a drive of 65 miles to 110 miles. At the same time, much of the working population will remain uninsured even as Medicaid expands.

“We are on the verge of much better care for our underserved population,” says Russell. “But we’re not there yet, and the transition is going to be painful.”

In the southeastern Colorado town of Walsh, Carol Morrow is the only dentist in Baca County, population 4,500. She accepts Medicaid, making her office an oasis in a dental desert. Some patients drive hours to get to her.

“I think every person deserves the same kind of care, whether they can afford it or not,” says Morrow.

The expansion of Medicaid benefits to adults will allow her to get some compensation for care she now provides for free, she says.

Morrow is participating in a new push by the Colorado Dental Association to encourage more dentists to accept Medicaid as the policy changes unfold.

The professional group is fighting a perception among some dentists that the

paperwork is too cumbersome and reimbursement rates too low, and an unfounded fear that Medicaid patients will fail to show up for appointments, says Jennifer Goodrum, who directs the organization’s government relations.

Jeff Hurst, who runs a practice in Lakewood, is one of the Colorado dentists who doesn’t take Medicaid. The 40-page application form to become a Medicaid doctor is one barrier. Payment is another reason Hurst stopped seeing Medicaid enrollees.

The state is slow to process claims, and the reimbursement doesn’t even cover his office’s overhead costs, he said.

However, Hurst is heartened by recent moves by state officials to make it easier to navigate the application and payment process and hike reimbursement rates.

“Removing these barriers will allow us to treat these patients the same way we treat others,” says Hurst. “These adults - some of which have never had care - can get intro-

duced to the world of dentistry.”

Still, improving access to dental care is likely to take creative thinking in places as far-flung as Delta County on the western range, Conejos County to the south, and a huge swath of the eastern plains where Medicaid enrollees far outnumber dentists willing or able to provide services.

Expanding the role of dental hygienists may be one solution, while boosting the capacity of dentists that already see lowincome patients may be another route.

“Communities are gearing up and getting ready,” says Sara Schmitt, one of the authors of the Colorado Health Institute study.

It’s too soon to know if they’ll succeed.

I-News is the public service journalism arm of Rocky Mountain PBS and works collaboratively with new media throughout Colorado. Contact Kristin Jones: kristinjones@rmpbs.org

things to do Jan. 4 BlooD Drive Littleton Elks Lodge community blood drive is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 4 inside The Lodge at 5749 S. Curtice St., Littleton. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Karen Basler at 303-794-1819 ltnelks1650@gmail.com.

Jan. 8, Jan. 15, Jan. 22, Jan. 29 nutrition class. Free Heart Health nutrition classes and cooking demonstrations are offered from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Jan. 8 (After the Holidays); Jan. 15 (The Pros of Probiotics); Jan. 22 (Foods that Fight Depression); Jan. 29 (OMG! OMG!) at the South Denver Heart Center, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton.

Join Richard Collins, M.D., “The Cooking Cardiologist,” along with Susan Buckley, RD, CDE, as they share their expertise on Heart Healthy nutrition and cooking solutions. For more information or to register, call 303-744-1065, www.southdenver.com.

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kids have to be pretty committed.

“It’s satisfying to see how enthusiastic they are and how smart they are,” he said.

“They’re getting a great education, and these are the ones who really want to do it.”

It’s likely some of the same kids will be excited for the new engineering course Oaks and her team have created, called “Creative and Collaborative Problem Solving.”

“What sets this course apart from technology studies is that a technologist can do

Jan. 26

effect in January, the Affordable Care Act is once again in the national spotlight. Join Active Minds from 3-4 p.m. Jan. 8, as we review the major elements of what has become known as “Obamacare” and take a look at how these changes will be implemented and their likely impact on individuals and businesses. The free program will take place at RiverPointe, 5225 S. Prince St., Littleton. RSVP at RiverPointe, 303-797-0600.

BlooD Drive St. Mary of Littleton Catholic Church community blood drive is from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Jan. 26 at 6853 S. Prince St., Marian Hall, Littleton. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Robert Kernan at 303-7984804 or kernanrp@msn.com.

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Jan. 29

Divorce seMinar St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch, presents a 10-week seminar “Rebuilding When Your Relationship Ends,” from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays starting Jan. 14. The seminar promotes healing for those who are going through a divorce or the ending of a love relationship. It offers education, support and optional social activities. Cost is $175 for the 10-week class and complimentary child care is provided with prior registration. To register, or for information, email Beth Walker at bethdwalker@ gmail.com.

BlooD Drive Columbine Library community blood drive is

anything, but he uses a recipe from a book.

The engineer writes the book,” she said.

She says it will be focus on solving a set of problems in a variety of engineering fields, not just building robots or bridges.

Students will have a portfolio at the end, which hopefully will assist them on their pathway to higher education. It’s a model, she said, that could be applied to other content areas — performing arts or languages, for example. Those are areas of heavy focus for LHS, which is a designated International Baccalaureate school.

“We really don’t want to become a charter school or a STEM school, that’s really not what this is about,” she said. “It’s about finding balance.”

from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 29 inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 7706 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org.

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Moe’s BBQ adds fourth locale

“R & R Arch in Paris” watercolor by Paul Valdez will be in his solo show at Town Hall Arts Center Jan. 8 through Feb. 13. Courtesy photos

Paris THIS MUST BE

Parker flight attendant, artist paints on layovers

By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Paris, Venice, Switzerland, Beijing and more…

“It’s been a good ride,” said painter Paul Valdez of his two-track career as a flight attendant and artist. A Parker resident since 1987, he has been traveling and painting on layovers for 38 years, he said. About seven years ago, he began to teach painting when in town, for the Greater Castle Rock Artists Guild and elsewhere, with class schedules fluctuating according to flight schedules. He recently held a 40-year retrospective at Parker’s Mainstreet Center.

Valdez now flies nine days in a month and is enjoying routes to Asia “Notre Dame at — and painting in China. “I transSunset” waterco lor by Paul Valdez ferred to a De- Center’s Stanton Galle will be one of m ry from Jan. 8 to any of Valdez’ w Feb. 13. troit base to orks on display at Town Hall Arts a do Asia,” he exIF YOU GO plains. His all-time solo exhibit at works favorite places to Littleton Town Hall Arts Center’s Stanton Paul J. Valdez’ painting paint are in Paris Gallery from Jan. 8 to Feb. 13. There will be going off,” he said. exhibit will run from Jan. — where he sits an artist’s reception from 5:30 to 7:70 p.m. “Smoke from all the firecrackers created a 8 to Feb. 23 in Stanton outside and works, on January 18. glowing haze that was incredibly surreal.”

Opening in the upstairs theater Jan. 17 Gallery at Town Hall Arts sometimes selling His theme is “from above. Designs are Center, 2450 W. Main St., a work off the easel is the comedy “Boeing, Boeing,” about a everywhere, you only have to observe.”

Littleton. Gallery hours: to a tourist — and guy who is juggling three stewardess girlAn upcoming adventure: Valdez will 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monin Venice, where friends and their various schedules. Val- conduct a painting tour to Giverny and days through Fridays he was painting dez’ show is part of Stanton Gallery coor- the Monet Gardens from May 22 to 29. “I and during performancalong the edge of dinator Nancy Boyson’s effort to relate the met somebody who knew somebody,” he es. A public reception a canal, when a art to what’s showing in the theater. said and was able to arrange garden paintwill be held from 5:30 to When Valdez is painting along the gondola passenger ing time before and after hours — before 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 18. Call banks of the Seine or elsewhere, tourists bought a painting. the tourist crowds arrive. Painters will stay 303-794-2787 for more It’s been a nice have often mistaken him for a Parisian, he in a Giverny B&B for seven nights and information. source of extra recalls happily.

He says, “I always leave a bit of soul in also be transported to nearby locations income, he said.

“We had a really each (painting).” His exhibit will include to paint during the day. Estimated cost: nice dinner that night,” he said, reflecting paintings from Europe, a recent image of $2,900, plus air travel to Paris. The deadon the Venice sale. His wife is also a flight a large park in China and a few of his latest line to register is Jan. 21.

For information, visit Valdez’ website: attendant, gets to share some of the trips abstracts.

One abstract was influenced by a flight pauljvaldez.com, or call Rich, 770-977with him.

Valdez, who carries watercolors for over Beijing, en route to Shanghai on Chi- 3434, e-mail info@artcolony-giverny.com, anything over a 24-hour layover, will have nese New Year. “I could see tons of fire- or call Valdez, 303-870-5586.

Moe’s Original Bar B Que & Bowling has expanded its empire to a new spot in Aurora.

Located in an old Walgreen’s at 2727 S. Parker Road (corner of Yale and Parker; my old Aurora ‘hood), the spanking new Moe’s opened on Dec. 12.

Besides the flavorful barbecue, Moe’s has eight bowling lanes, an upstairs arcade and a large bar.

Moe’s now has four locations: The original at 3295 S. Broadway in Englewood; 530 Broadway in Denver and 2589 S. Lewis Way in Lakewood. More info: www.moesdenver. com.

Raising a glass

CRL Associates chief operating officer and Denver City Council hopeful Roger Sherman held his annual toast to the staff at The Palm restaurant in the Tabor Center on Friday, Dec. 20.

The seven-year tradition started when an unexpected winter blizzard derailed Sherman’s flight plans and cancelled his trip to Chicago. He diverted to The Palm with his friend and co-worker Cathie Greig, who again joined Sherman at Friday’s sip soiree.

Sherman, Greig and co-workers at the local government relations powerhouse CRL Associates raised a glass of 2001 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon with the staff at The Palm - from managers to dishwashers — who crammed inside the bar for the much-anticipated occasion financed by Sherman.

“We have so much to be thankful for, and this has become something we look forward to each Christmas,” Sherman said. The toasters tipped back two jeroboam (double magnums) of the Jordan Cab.

Parr’s death shocks restaurant community

Denver’s restaurant world was rocked Dec. 21 in the aftermath of the news of Jeff Parr’s death.

Parr, who was 43, reportedly died in his sleep Dec. 20. Leigh Sullivan, who was partners with Parr in the restaurant consultancy company Leigh Sullivan Enterprises, said that Parr wasn’t feeling well that night, went to bed and never woke up.

“He was a very happy man, so that is giving me some comfort,” said Denver chef Jenna Johansen.

Parr’s restaurant resume is extensive: Before joining Sullivan, he spent stints with Sage Restaurant Group, Loews Hotels, Qdoba Mexican Grill and Levy Restaurants (Wellshire Inn, Pepsi Center).

Perhaps the most eloquent tribute to Parr came from close friend Paul “Berrick” Abramson who wrote, “God took one of the good ones from us last night. Jeffrey Parr was an amazing father and husband, a truly great friend and one of the finest human beings I’ve known. Always there with a smile, eager to help a friend or stranger, energized by being part of the community and absolutely driven, grounded and consumed by his love for his wife (Libby Pollock) and son (Brooklyn Beau, age 4).”

In addition to his wife and son, Parr is also survived by his brother, Andrew Parr, and father, Shep Parr.

Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for BlacktieColorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.blacktie-colorado.com/pennyparker.

She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc.com or at 303-619-5209.

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Exhibit captures ‘Western Spirit’

er when she met her husband Matt, an engineer. They bought quarter horses in 1999 and she said, “I bet I can draw those horses.”

Now, Matt runs the business side of her artwork and she draws.

By Sonya Ellingboe Timmons soon started drawing neighsellingboe bor’s horses and has plenty of models close @coloradocommunitymedia.com at hand in rural Elbert County. She works from photographs and uses The 21st Annual Coors charcoal and wax blend Western Arts Exhibit and Nero pencils, which come Sale draws works by 62 artin five strengths. She draws ists from across the nation from lunchtime to late at with special skills in portraynight, seven days a week, uning the western scene: cowless she’s traveling to horse boys, horses, incredible landshows. Each amazingly descapes, wildlife and much tailed drawing involves 150 more. to 200 hours of work, taking It opens with a red carher about a month. pet reception on Jan. 7, 5:30 The couple no longer own to 10 p.m. (ticket required) horses, which are expensive, and is open to the public but depend on her horse art, Jan. 11 to 26. Usually, a good which adds a plus on the ledKarmel Timmons of Elizabeth many pieces of art are sold ger. will exhibit her skillfully drawn at this event. A portion of art For lovers of western portraits of horses at the Coors show proceeds — a record art, this show has become a Western Art Show Jan. 7 to 26 $254,000 in 2013 — goes to must-see event. the National Western ScholAlso scheduled: a lecture at the National Western Stock arship Trust, which supports Show Complex, Denver, during and luncheon at the History more than 70 college stu- the National Western Stock Show. of Colorado Center on Jan. 7 dents studying agribusiness with Quang Ho, Teresa Elliott, Courtesy photos and rural family medicine.

Dean Mitchell and Keith JaCoors National Western cobshagen discussing “What curator Rose Fredrick says that due to the is Western Art?” and “Journeys West,” a Petrie show’s popularity, it will be expanded into a Institute of Western Art Symposium, at the second venue in the Gallery at the National Denver Art Museum on Jan. 8.

Western Club, with 15 additional artists.

Colorado-based Quang Ho is the featured artist and has created the annual promoif you go tional poster, which will be for sale.

Among the invited artists is Karmel TimThe National Western Complex is located just north mons of Elbert County, who has gained naof I-70, between Washington Street and Brighton Boutional recognition for her skillful portraits of levard at 4655 Humboldt St. in Denver. For a complete horses and an occasional human or bison. schedule of events, some of which, including the art Included in the National Western will be her show are included in general admission and others, first-ever color study: “Future Prospect,” such as rodeos, are separately ticketed, visit www.nacapturing a beautiful, alert, young horse. tionalwestern.com. For more on the show, see: www.

According to a recent story in “Southcoorswesternart.com. west Art” magazine, 10 years ago Timmons was a single mother working as a bookkeep-

Elbert artist’s equine portraits to be shown

“Boone,” a pencil drawing by Karmel Timmons, will be included in the Coors Art Exhibit.

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Trumpet player subject of tribute Trumpeter Pete Olstad, who toured and performed with the Maynard Ferguson Band will be featured in the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra’s 8 p.m. Jan. 10 concert at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree.

The concert will be a tribute to the late trumpet player, Ferguson, and at the last CJRO concert, orchestra leader Art Bouton promised happily that this one would be “really loud!”

Olstad, who started playing trumpet at age 9, lived in Colorado as a youth, attending Evergreen High School, where teacher Bob Montgomery helped him launch toward a career. He attended The Berklee School of Music in Boston and finished his degree at UNC in Greeley, winning awards as he progressed. He has toured and performed with the likes of Buddy Rich; Woody Herman; Blood, Sweat and Tears; Mel Torme; Brian Setzer; Tom Jones and more.

He will follow Ferguson’s custom of ending the concert with “Hey Jude” and inviting others to bring a trumpet to the concert and join in. Tickets cost $20 plus a $3 service fee: www.lonetreeartscenter.org, 720-509-1000.

Genealogists to meet

The Columbine Genealogical and Historical Society hosts a pair of programs: “Swedish Shorts” at 1 p.m. Jan. 14 and “Conducting Successful Interviews” at 1 p.m. Jan. 21 at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Visitors are welcome. www.ColumbineGenealogy.com.

Poet Laureate sought

Nominations are being sought for the next Colorado Poet Laureate. The selected nominee will serve as an active advocate for poetry, literacy and literature by participating in readings and other events. Colorado Humanities and Center for the Book will accept nominations through Feb. 4, 2014.

Submit interest to Colorado Humanities and Center for the Book, 7935 E. Prentice Ave., Suite 450, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111. At-

tention: Poet Laureate.

For nomination form and information, visit www.coloradocreativeindustries.org. Gov. John Hickenlooper will make the appointment in October 2014 for a four-year term. Honorarium and travel budget are supplied in relation to presentations.

Call for artists

The Lone Tree Photo Show has a new name: “Exploring the Light 2014.” Colorado photographers are invited to submit up to three entries through www.CAllForEntry.org, where information is online now. Categories include landscape, animals, abstract, and motion. Total cash awards up to $4,000. Deadline is Feb. 24. Show will be April 19 to June 8. Juror is Glenn Randall.

Trumpeter Pete Olstad will be featured in the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra’s tribute to Maynard Ferguson on Jan. 10 at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Courtesy photo

Auditions

Auditions for “The Music Man,” directed by Christopher Willard, will be Jan. 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for boys and girls and from 2 to 5 p.m. for ages 8 and older at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton. Prepare 16-24 bars of appropriate song and a one-minute comic monologue to present

if asked. Bring headshot and resume. By appointment only: Contact Ashley Thompson at THAC, 303-794-2787, ext. 211 or athompson@townhallartscenter.com.

Byers-Evans “Flower

Faces”

by

Kristen

Hatgi Sink will open with a reception from 5 to 9 p.m. Jan. 3 and continue through Feb. 28 at the Byers-Evans House Gallery, 1310 Bannock St., Denver. Admission is free. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays; closed on holidays on Jan. 20 and Feb. 17.

area clubs ProfEssionAL AmEriCAn AssoCiATion of University Women, Littleton-

Englewood Branch invites baccalaureates to participate in activities that further goals of equity for women and girls, lifelong education and positive societal change. Meetings usually are Mondays each month, September through May, at Koelbel Library, Orchard Road and Holly Street, Centennial. Social time is followed by business meeting and informative program on subjects ranging from public policy issues to poetry. Call Pam Hansen, 303-753-0838.

AmEriCAn BusinEss Women’s Association meets on the second Wednesday each month at 6:30 p.m. welcoming women, working or not, to Success Chapter programs for success and positive living. Call Lori Smith at 303-688-3100 ext. 360 or e-mail loris@ intermountain-rea.com for upcoming speakers and events at Marriott Denver South, 10345 Park Meadows Drive, Littleton.

ConTACTs unLimiTEd is a business and professional leads group that meets at Courtesy Ford, 8252 S. Broadway, Littleton in the meeting room on the first, second, and third Thursday of every month. Meeting time is 8-9:15 a.m. Visitors are welcome. Call Jenifer at 303-221-6550. dEsTinATion suCCEss provides an opportunity for professionals to gather, form connections, expand relationships and exchange information. Business Success meets every fourth Tuesday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Bear Rock Cafe, 7903 South Broadway, Suite B, Littleton. As with other networking groups, membership and referrals are not required. To RSVP and for information, e-mail Info@ behindthemooninc.com or call 303-250-4528.

LiTTLETon LETiP meets from 7:16-8:31 a.m. every Tuesday for breakfast at Luciles, 2852 W. Bowles Ave., to exchange qualified business leads. Call Bob Hier at 303-660-6426 or e-mail hierb@ yahoo.com. non-PrACTiCinG And Part Time Nurses Association meets from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial. All nurses are invited to attend for medical presentations. Contact: Barbara Karford, 303-794-0354.

mEAdoWs WomEn’s Golf League offers relaxing Tuesday mornings of friendly golf for ladies at the Meadows Golf Course, 6937 S. Simms St., near Ken-Caryl Ranch. The league plays 18 holes weekly from mid-April to mid-October. This fun group competes for prizes while playing from the red tees. Afterward, lunch can be ordered on the patio overlooking the course. Call Laura at 303-526-9598. rEC And Rock for ages 10-14 meets from 7-11 p.m. every first and third Saturdays at the Goodson Recreation Center in Littleton. The cost is $6. Call 303-798-2476 ext. 11. roCky mounTAin Basketball Academy club, expert training for youth basketball players grades fifth through 12th meets twice per week and operates all year. Play in leagues and tournaments. Send inquiries to ronkburgin@yahoo.com. sTroLLEr sTridEs is a group fitness program that provides moms with a challenging workout and the opportunity to build relationships and gain the emotional support needed to adjust to the tremendous life change called motherhood. Classes are offered at 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at DeKoevend Park, near University and Arapahoe, and at 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at Clement Park, near Wadsworth and Bowles.

For more information, visit the Stroller Strides Web site at www. strollerstrides.com or call Kathy or Karen Zawadzki at 888-684-0641 or e-mail kandk@strollerstrides.net. sErviCEs CrEATivE CounsELinG Center is a network of mental health providers with offices in Denver, Aurora, Lakewood and Littleton.

To meet therapists or to learn about locations, scheduling and fees, visit www.ccc-denver.com or call 303-267-2310.

EnGLisH ConvErsATion Sessions. Go to the Bemis Public Library Friday mornings from 9-10:30 a.m. to practice English in an informal group and learn about American culture. No registration is required. Call 303-795-3961.

rECrEATion

nuTriTion CLAssEs. Free bootcamp class meets at 8:30 a.m. three Saturdays per month at L-Town Nutrition, 1360 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Go to the park for a fun, energizing start to the weekend. Visit our Facebook pages for updates: Littleton 24Fit Club or L-Town Nutrition. Also offered is a Body Exchange Challenge. This consists of weekly meetings to discuss both nutrition and fitness.

We deliver all of the tools that you need to help you reach your goal.

There is an optional fitness class offered after the class. The class meets Wednesdays at noon or 6 p.m. You can join the challenge anytime, the fees are prorated. Visit L-Town Nutrition, call Gen McKenna at 303-730-2038 or email ltownnutrition@gmail.com to sign up.

dEEr CrEEk Women’s Golf Association. The 2010 golf season is just around the corner and we’re looking forward to a terrific new year! If you’re looking for a challenging course and the company of friendly women on Tuesday mornings, please consider joining our league. We’ve got the best deal in town. If interested please contact Chris Jackson at chris.dcwga@q.com or 303-347-9193.

sinGLE dAds Resource Center Inc., a nonprofit organization, offers free parenting classes such as “The Ins and Outs of Single Fathering Parenting” focused on single fathers. Classes are from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 6322 S. Lakeview St., Littleton. Call Jamey O’Donnell, founder and executive director of the group, at 720-298-2021 or e-mail info@sdrci.org.

HomEsTEAd 9-HoLE Golf Women’s Golf League is accepting membership applications for the 2012 season. You do not need a GHIN number to join, but can acquire one as you play. We golf Monday mornings, April through October. To join this fun and active group, contact Barbara McGovern, barbmc30@gmail.com.

Homestead Golf Course is at South Kipling and W. Hampden Ave., 11500 W. Hampden. Call 720-963-5181.

summiT CAnCEr Solutions is a nonprofit organization that offers exercise programs in the Denver Metro area to adult cancer survivors. Our goal is to improve the health and well being of cancer survivors through exercise. Contact us at 303-409-2206, e-mail us at info@summitcancersolutions.org or visit www.summitcancersolutions.org.

WomEn invEsTmEnT Group Master Mind Group meets to empower all women to build a real financial freedom through the power of real estate in any market condition. We network, share ideas, leads, resources and encourage each other. We meet once a month. For meeting information, call Lorena 303-981-6539 or e-mail WomenInvestmentGroup@comcast.net.

LAdiEs GoLf League at Raccoon Creek Golf Course, Littleton, is accepting new members. Call 303-973-4653.

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January 2, 2014

A tip of the hat to cowboy traditions 25th anniversary event celebrates ‘Old West’

By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia. com What started 25 years ago with the first Colorado Cowboy Gathering at the Arvada Center has grown into a four-day celebration, slated this year for Jan. 16-19.

It will be all things cowboy at two venues in Golden: the American Mountaineering Center will be the site for most programs and the Green Center-Bunker Auditorium at Colorado School of Mines will host a pair if you go of headlining acts.

The American th The 25 Colorado Mountaineering CenCowboy Gathering ter has a main stage will be from Jan. 16 and a smaller campto 19 in Golden at the fire stage. Some proAmerican Mountaingramming will be eering Center, 710 especially aimed at th 10 Street, and the children, particularly Green Center Audithe themed matinees. torium at Colorado Cowboy poetry School of Mines, 923 grew out of traditions 15th St. Free parking developed by workis available at both ers on cattle drives locations. Tickets: and ranches, who www.ColoradoCowwould gather around boyGathering.com or a campfire following a 1-888-718-4523. long day in the saddle and entertain with songs, stories and poems.

The first evening, Jan. 16, is focused on Baxter Black, the famous cowboy poet, philosopher, author, storyteller, and rodeo and television commentator.

Born in New Mexico in 1945, Black began a career as a large animal veterinarian, but soon became a full-time entertainer, who makes frequent public appearances.

Black has written a weekly column, “On the Edge of Common Sense” for 32 years.

The column appears in 130, mostly rural, papers and some readers may also recall hearing him on National Public Radio in the past.

Black will be at the Table Mountain Inn in Golden at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 16 for a VIP “Meet and Greet” ($50) and will perform that night at 7:30 p.m. at the School of Mines Green Center-Bunker Auditorium.

Friday starts out with a Main Stage Variety Show at the Mountaineering Center from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring more than 10 poets and singers in a variety of acts, as well as “2 Barbs on a Wire” on the Campfire Stage, followed by day-long, more intimate programming on that stage as well. On the Main Stage from 2 to 4:30 p.m. is the “Son of a Gun Show,” hosted by Jon Chandler with Ernie Martinez and others. The “Main Stage Hootnanny,” “headlined by Dave Stamey, starts at 7:30 p.m.

Chuckwagon Cookin’ is available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m.

On Saturday, the daytime lineup at the American Mountaineering Center begins at 10 a.m. on both stages, with Chuckwagon Cookin’ available and the day culminates with the Riders in the Sky at 7:30 p.m. at School of Mines.

On Sunday, Cowboy Church is scheduled at 10 a.m. and a “Jackpot Finale” Matinee at 1 p.m.

Tickets range from a Weekend Super ticket to admission for individual shows. A visit to www.ColoradoCowboyGathering. com will give a glimpse at the full schedule, respective event costs and information on Chuck Wagon meals.

Cowboy poet, humorist, philosopher Baxter Black will perform on Jan. 16 at the Colorado Cowboy Gathering in Golden.

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Tales from Transylvania Heights Young Frankenstein visits the Vintage stage

Darkly comic

“Orphans” by Lyle Kessler opens the 2014 Edge Season, playing from Jan. 10 to Feb. 9 at the Edge Theatre, 1560 Teller St. No. 200, Lakewood. Robert Kramer is director. Performances: 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 6 p.m. Sundays, except Feb. 6 (Super Bowl Sunday); Industry night: 8 p.m. Jan. 27. Tickets: 303232-0363, www.theedgetheater.com.

By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Act I, Scene 1: Transylvania Heights: We hear a funeral dirge from the live band as a procession bearing a coffin crosses at stage front. The mad scientist Dr. Victor von Frankenstein has passed on and the villagers are ecstatic. Inspector Kemp (a funny Patrick Brownson), with a jerky wooden arm and leg, tries to keep the crowd civil.

Director Deb Flomberg had to change gears in her mind, I’d think, to inhabit this warped, but entertaining world described in legends, in the novel and early films about Frankenstein. The story is continued more recently by the brilliant but wacky, Mel Brooks, who adapted his movie for the stage and wrote music and lyrics.

His edgy humor pops up throughout.

Next, we meet the mad scientist’s grandson, Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (Seth Maisel), a New York science professor who insists on pronouncing the name “Fronkensteen” and assures us he is not mad.

He spars and dances with his lady love, Elizabeth (Shahara Ray), who says, “Don’t touch!” A telegram arrives, instructing him to hurry to Transylvania to claim the castle inherited from his late grandfather — or the locals will claim it instead.

Frankenstein is greeted by the castle servant: a distinctly creepy, humpbacked, cloaked Igor (skillful comic Mark Shonsey) at the train station and escorted to his castle where he is met at the huge door by Frau Blucher (Barbara Porreca), who mourns for her late boss —“He Vas My Boyfriend.”

Soon, a buxom yodeling lab assistant, Inga (Kristi Siedow-Thompson) appears, ready to help young Fredge 14 erick, should he wish to continue

curtain time

Curious

“The Whipping Man” by Matthew Lopez plays Jan. 9-Feb. 15. (9 and 10 are previews) at Curious Theatre, 1080 Acoma St., in Denver’s Golden Triangle.

One may not have thought of Confederate slaves of Jewish faith, but they were there. Performances: 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays.

Tickets: $18 to $44. 202-623-0524, www.curioustheatre.org.

Seth Maisel (Frederick Frankenstein) and Kristi Siedow-Thompson (Inga) contemplate an experiment in “Young Frankenstein at Vintage Theatre. Photo by Denver Mind Media smooth on opening his grandfather’s exif you go night as it probably periments to create a will be after a week, monster. Of course…

“Young Frankenstein” plays nor was the producMike Kienker, with through Feb. 2 at Vintage Theatre, tion quite as polished six-inch high soles on 1468 Dayton St., Aurora. Perforas it should be. his boots, towers over mances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, SaturPerhaps Mel everyone as the mondays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: Brooks’ script and ster, causes havoc and $31 ($26 in advance) at 303-856score run a bit long, the story progresses 7830, www.vintagetheatre.com. but the concept is with song and dance The Vintage has arranged for a clever — to update the numbers, choreoBrazilian caterer to serve dinners legend — and Maisel graphed by newcomer before performances. See the is bright, agile and Jamie Horban. website for information about adept as young FranThe musical dimenus and reservations. kenstein. The producrector is keyboardist tion should improve Hunter Hall and there with a few more runis an 11-piece band.

The newly remodeled Vintage throughs and it has some good song main stage looks great, although we and dance numbers, including a tapsuspect the construction work cut dancing monster. Now how many into rehearsal time. Music wasn’t as times can one experience that?

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Ice fishing demands safety measures One of my New Year’s resolutions never changes from year to year and that is to do more ice fishing. There’s nothing like spending a quiet day on the ice to cure a good case of post-holiday cabin fever.

Most high country waters are covered with a layer of good hard ice by now while Front Range waters such as Chatfield and Cherry Creek Reservoirs are slower to produce safe ice. Any lake can have soft spots or unsafe ice but fluctuating temperatures at the lower elevations generally require more caution.

If you’re new to the sport, here are a few tips for staying safe on the ice: What is safe ice? It takes at least 2 inches of hard ice to support the weight of the average person and 4 inches to support several persons. I generally like to have 6 inches of solid ice beneath my feet when venturing across a larger body of water, but I have fished on less, making sure conditions were safe first.

It’s always a good idea to have at least

one other buddy along. Carry a throw rope and stay several yards apart when traveling over untested ice. Cleats that attach to your boots are essential. They make walking over ice a lot easier and may prevent a serious fall.

A whistle and a set of safety picks around your neck are handy if you take a dip.

Tony Lane, the former police chief of Castle Rock, is an avid outdoorsman and wildlife photographer.

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area clubs Social american needlepoint Guild, Colorado Columbine Chapter, meets third Mondays each month, except August and December. Call Doris at 303-403-8703. antique club meets the second Saturday each

month from 10 a.m. to noon at Antique Gallery, 5501 S. Broadway, Littleton. Call 303-794-8100.

arapahoe county Young Democrats meetings are the third Thursday each month. Call Benjamin Godfrey at 303-745-3418 or e-mail bhgodfrey@qwest.net. amazing titan Toastmasters meets from 6-8 p.m.

Mondays at Marie Callender’s, Dry Creek Court and Broadway. Call Art Gomen at 303-762-9726. bemiS evening Book Group meets at the library, 6014 S. Datura St., in Littleton, the third Monday each month at 7 p.m. Call 303-795-3961. bemiS Knitting Group invites knitters to the library’s

knitting group, which meets Fridays at 2 p.m. in Sophie’s Place. Just bring a pair of needles and a skein of yarn. Beginners learn skills such as casting on, knitting, pearling, and casting off, while experienced knitters get project ideas and provide hints and tips. The group is creating mittens, scarves and hats for elderly library users at Bemis’ sister libraries in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria.

bemiS nonfiction Writers’ Group. Unpublished nonfiction writers of personal essays and/or articles meet the second Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. in the café area of Sophie’s Place at the library. Take a pencil and five copies of a recent essay, no longer than 650 words, to share and read aloud. Elaine Kallos, a language arts instructor, facilitates the group. benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge

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No.1650 meets at 8 p.m. Thursdays at 5749 S. Curtice St., Littleton. Call 303-794-1811.

boardS of Directors of the Southgate Water District and the Southgate Sanitation District, Arapahoe and Douglas counties, meet at 4 p.m. the second Tuesday each month at office of the districts, 3722 E. Orchard Road, Littleton. Agenda information for each meeting is posted at Southgate office not less than 24 hours before meetings. boy ScoutS of America Pack 633 welcomes all firstthrough fifth-graders to join any time during the year.

Call Nick Erlenburg at 303-471-4172. the breaKfaSt Club Singles 50 Plus meets on the second Saturday of each month at Maggiano’s at 7401 S. Clinton Street, Englewood at 9 a.m. Arrival is 8:30 a.m. and buffet starts at 9 a.m. Must RSVP the Hotline at 303-794-3332 for reservation. chatfield Sertoma Club meets the first and third Mondays at Bistro Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Contact Linda Holloway at 303-423-4197 or linda@bessieshope.org. coffee and Conversation Group connects people in the community who like to discuss books, current events and any topic of interest. The group meets from 10-11 a.m. the second Monday of each month in Sophie’s Place at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Free snacks and beverages are provided. Call 303-795-3961. the columbine Genealogical and Historical Society has a program meeting on the second Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August, and December.

A social meeting is the second Tuesday of December.

A genealogy workshop is the third Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August, and December.

Contact JoAnn LaGuardia at 303-770-3420 or visit www. rootsweb.com/~cocghs/index.htm.

columbine ladieS Have fun, make new friends

and enjoy monthly luncheons, quarterly special event evening socials, games (bridge, canasta, pinochle, mah jongg, etc.), sporting events and fun tours. Dues are $24 annually. Members receive monthly newsletters and a calendar of upcoming events. Visitors are welcome.

For information or to make a reservation for our next luncheon, contact Iris McMullen at 303-794-3739.

columbine communicatorS Toastmasters can help if speaking in public makes you anxious. We improve your communications and leadership skills in a thoughtful, supportive environment. Our club meets from 7-8:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Station, 11139 Bradford St., Littleton. Visitors are welcome. Contact Herb Dreo at herb@dreomc.com (303-763-7334) or Pam Toyen at ptoyen7@hotmail.com (303-570-8606). Visit http:// columbine.toastmastersclubs.org/ current eventS Group meets the first Wednesdays

of the month from 1-3 p.m. at the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 Powers Ave. in Littleton. Call 303-730-4609.

daughterS of the American Revolution, Mount Rosa Chapter typically meets at 1 p.m. every first Monday of the month at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St. in Centennial. Call Gina Moore at 303-779-8762 for information or visit http://mountrosa.coloradodar.org/. daughterS of the British Empire is a national

organization with a philanthropic purpose. For almost a century, DBE has been a common bond for women of British heritage living in the United States. DBE is open to women who are citizens or residents of the United States who are of British Commonwealth birth or ancestry or who are married to men of British Commonwealth birth or ancestry. There are six chapters in Colorado, including chapters in Littleton, Englewood, Centennial, Evergreen and Boulder County. Call Chris at 303-683-6154 or Olive at 303-347-1311 or visit www.dbecolorado.org and use the contact form available.

diScovery club is a fun and exciting way to meet new friends and enjoy recreational activities. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, drama, singing, dancing, board and computer games, group and individual activities. Volunteer opportunities exist for people older than 15. Student volunteers can earn community service hours. Club meets third Saturday each month at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 8817 South Broadway.

Call Jenita Rhodes at 303-791-0659. dry creeK Sertoma Club. The only all Women’s Sertoma club in the metro area meets for breakfast at 7 a.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at Toast Restaurant, 2700 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton, or for lunch on the second Friday of the month at interesting restaurants. The club comprises women dedicated to the common goal of helping people in the community with funds and volunteer time, especially in the area of hearing health. Help make a difference through SERvice TO MAnkind and make new friends while you are at it.

For more information contact Carol at 303-798-3912 or bcworth@aol.com. the highlandS Ranch/Littleton Chapter of Mothers

and More meets the second Tuesday of each month. See www.mothersandmore.org/chapters/highlandsranchlittletonCO/ or e-mail hrmothersandmore@hotmail.com for more information.

Job’S daughterS International, Bethel No. 33, of Littleton, is a youth organization for girls ages 11-20 who have a Masonic relationship with either Master Masons, Job’s Daughters, Eastern Star or other Masonic organizations. The girls meet first and third Mondays at 7:15 p.m. at the Masonic Hall across from the Melting Pot restaurant. the league of Women Voters of Arapahoe County has two meetings per month. No unit meetings are in June through August, but the two unit meetings per month will begin again in September on second Monday evenings and second Thursday mornings. Call 303-699-7365. littleton garden Club meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month, September through May. A speaker is featured at each meeting. Guests are welcome. Additional information can be found at http:// groups.yahoo.com/group/littletongardenclub/. littleton Junior Chamber of Commerce, Jaycees, welcomes interested parties between the ages of 21-40 to become involved with this social and community service organization. Jaycees meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday each month at Burt Chevrolet, 5200 S. Broadway, and at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday each month at Breckenridge Grille, 2852 W. Bowles Ave. Call 303-9140180 or visit littletonjaycees.org. the littleton Lions Club meets the first and third Thursdays each month at the Egg and I, 2630 W. Belleview Ave. No. 100, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. We have been serving the Littleton Community since 1949.

Sight and Sight Conservation. Interesting programs and speakers. For membership information call Jeff Bridges 303-730-7616 or Al Wieder 303-730-3085. littleton newcomerS Club is a social club for women in Littleton and the surrounding areas. Come have fun and meet new friends. You don’t need to be new to the area to join. Interest groups include bridge and other card games, wine tasting, book clubs, party animals, luncheons, stitch and chat, and many other events. Our monthly general meetings and luncheons are the third Wednesday of each month. Call 303430-4898 and leave your name and number or e-mail littletonnewcomersclub@yahoo.com. littleton Sertoma meets from 7-8 a.m. the first, third and fifth Friday each month for breakfast and a program at the Shack Sports Grill, Mineral and Broadway, Littleton. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. and they welcome ndividuals looking to serve the community and who wish to find a fun active service club. Contact Terry Boucher, 303-880-7559 or bouchertp@aol.com. the loving Hands crocheting and knitting group meets one Saturday a month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Parish Hall at St. Frances Cabrini Parish, 6673 W. Chatfield Ave. (intersection of Pierce) in Littleton. For those who cannot attend but can work on projects at home, we are always in need of newborn and infant hats and booties as well as bereavement gowns/fetal pouches. Check out our Loving Hands Ministry Web page at www.saintfrancescabrini.org or call Karen at 303-791-8385 for a schedule, patterns, list of needs, and other details.

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New Eagles coach leads young team Rogers takes over Heritage girls basketball after years as assistant

By Tom Munds

tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com Heritage head girls basketball coach Stephanie Rogers worked with her players either individually or as part of the whole team, as the Eagles battled, but fell to Cherokee Trail Dec. 20 in the Heritage Memorial Hoopla Girls Basketball Tournament.

“We are a young team with two freshmen on the floor at times,” Rogers said after the 70-38 loss. “I am introducing the girls to some changes in how we play basketball. The girls are working hard and they are getting better.”

Statistics for the first five games show Bethany Stuhlman, the team’s only senior, has helped out with 45 points, is the leading rebounder with 36, and has 10 steals.

The freshman contributions also have been reflected early on. Haily Cechini has scored a team-high 47 points, has 17 rebounds and has made 10 steals, while fellow freshman Amanda Brenner has scored 28 points and hauled down 23 rebounds.

Following a nine-point loss to Montbello and the game with Cherokee Trail, Heritage played Gateway for seventh place in the tournament. The score for the Heritage-Gateway game has not been reported or posted on either school’s web site. After the holiday break, the Eagles return to action Jan. 4 at home against

Heritage senior Bethany Stuhlman drives to the hoop against a Cherokee Trail defender during the Dec. 20 consolation bracket game at the Heritage Memorial Hoopla Girls Basketball Tournament. Stuhlman made the basket and led the Eagles with 13 points but Cherokee Trail won the game, 70-38. Photo by Tom Munds Doherty.

Against Cherokee Trail, Heritage struggled against the Cougars’ aggressive, pressing defense and fell behind 14-3 at the end of the first quarter. While

Cherokee Trail went on to win by 32, Rogers said she was pleased the Eagles didn’t quit battling and working to put points on the scoreboard.

“It was a plus that the girls ignored

the scoreboard and kept working to play good basketball,” she said. “I feel it helps the girls believe they can be competitive in every game we play. The fact we played and battled hard in this game are building blocks we can use to improve this season and in the future.”

Rogers said the team graduated four seniors last year so this year’s team is young and she looks on this as a rebuilding season.

“I coached junior varsity last season so I know the girls pretty well,” Rogers said. “We are trying to change to a motion offense plus play better defense so these are new things to learn.

“We don’t have girls with a lot of basketball experience and we don’t have a lot of height but this is a great group of girls who are working hard to play better basketball. Looking ahead, we do have good young players in our system so the future of the program looks strong.”

Rogers smiled and said being a head coach brings added responsibilities in addition to coaching basketball. “As head coach, you have to make sure everything is going well at all levels of the program while still spending the needed amount of time coaching the varsity girls,” she said.

The coach said basketball has always been her sport. She played three seasons at Thomas Jefferson before moving to Heritage for her senior season. She then attended Santa Clara College in California and played basketball for the Broncos.

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Record-breaking run for one of state’s best ever McCaffrey punctuates career with another state title, more awards

By Jim Benton

jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia. com Watching Christian McCaffrey play football reminds many people of the lyrics to the song, Mr. Touchdown USA. As Hugo Winterhalter’s tune says, “give him the ball and just look at him go.”

McCaffrey, the Valor Christian running back who has committed to play football at Stanford, was a threat each time he had the football this season en route to helping the Eagles to their fifth consecutive Colorado state championship.

And for the second straight year, the 6-foot, 195-pound senior has been named the Colorado Community Media South Metro Offensive Player of the Year.

“He has to be considered as one of the best in the state all-time,” said Valor coach Rod Sherman, whose team overpowered most of its opponents during the season.

“In the month of October he had 17 carries the entire month. He never once was frustrated with that; he never once was disappointed he didn’t touch the ball more. He was thankful his teammates got the opportunity.

“It’s his character, his leadership. He practices harder than anyone in our program and we have a lot of guys that practice hard. He’s the best practice player I’ve ever coached. On the field I think his versatility is what sets him apart from others. If we would have given him 20 carries a game I am assuming he would own every state record for rushing.”

Other players who were in contention for Offensive Player of the Year honors included ThunderRidge quarterback Brody

PickiNg thE athlEtE of thE yEar Choosing ColoRado Community Media’s South Metro Athletes of the Year was a combined effort. Area coaches were asked for their thoughts, and their input was weighed heavily when CCM’s sports staff made the final selection for each sport.

EligiblE athlEtEs come from all the high schools in Douglas County, the high schools in the Littleton Public Schools District and from Cherry Creek High School.

Westmoreland, Douglas County running back Trey Smith, Cherry Creek running back Milo Hall and tackles Sam Jones of ThunderRidge and Isaiah Holland of Valor Christian.

McCaffrey rushed for 1,863 yards on 157 carries and scored 27 touchdowns during the 2013 campaign. He caught 39 passes for 721 yards and 16 TDs. He also punted nine times for an average of 41.2 yards, returned 10 punts for 296 yards and two scores and had five kickoff returns for 107 yards.

Defensively, McCaffrey was used sparingly but had one sack, three pass breakups, two interceptions and one defensive score.

A two-time Colorado Gatorade Player of the Year, McCaffrey has led Valor to state championships in each of his four seasons.

The Eagles whipped Fairview 56-16 Nov. 30 at Sports Authority Field to win their second consecutive Class 5A title and Knights defensive end Carlo Kemp was nothing short of impressed after playing against McCaffrey.

“He is the best player in the state with the way he runs and the way he fines holes,” Kemp told BoCoPreps. “He’s robotic. I don’t think he’s human. He changed the way we prepared on defense and he got the better of us.”

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Valor Christian senior Christian McCaffrey (5) runs the ball for the Eagles during the Class 5A state championship game against Fairview. McCaffrey is this year’s selection for offensive player of the year. Photo by Tom Munds

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Colorado girls basketball teams made a statement in the 84-team Nike Tournament of Champions which Dec. 19- 21 in Phoenix.

Participating schools were divided into ten 8-team groups and one 4-team alignment. Highlands Ranch, Castle View and Cherry Creek each won division championships while Rock Canyon finished second.

ThunderRidge was sixth in the White Division and Chaparral was winless in three games, winding up eighth in the Green Division.

In the latest CSHAANow girls Class 5A poll, Highlands Ranch (7-1) was ranked second, ThunderRidge (7-2) third, Rock Canyon (4-2) seventh, Castle View (6-1) eighth and Cherry Creek (7-1) ninth.

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McCaffrey’s uncanny career statistics place him second all-time in the Colorado records books for points (848), touchdowns (141) and TD receptions (47), and first with 8,456 all-purpose yards. He also ranks first in the 11-player ranks for touchdowns and points.

“It’s been a really fun ride,” McCaffrey recounted. “I can remember back to my freshman year playing with my brother (Max) and all his buddies. I wouldn’t take any of it back.

“I definitely feel I improved in multiple aspects this season; the experience, getting comfortable and not getting as nervous before games. I’ve gained some weight and improved on my speed and quickness.”

Three south metro boys teams were ranked in the recent CHSAANow.com Class 5A poll with Mountain Vista (8-0)

coming in at No. 5, Arapahoe (6-0) at No. 7 and Cherry Creek (6-2) at No. 10.

Valor Christian (8-3) is the state’s topranked Class 4A team and Lutheran (4-2) made an appearance in the Class 2A poll, coming in at No. 4.

Mountain Vista, which is averaging 85.1 points a game, beat Pueblo West, Smoky Hill and Widefield to win the Harrison Tournament title in games played Dec. 19- 21. Five Golden Eagle players are averaging in double figures, topped by Jake Pemberton’s 19.1 scoring average.

Arapahoe registered three wins in the Rock Canyon Winter Classic.

Cherry Creek won the Cherry Creek Holiday Classic played Dec. 19-21 with a 63-59 victory over Legend. Highlands Ranch captured third place in the tournament with a 70-62 triumph over Pine Creek.

McCaffrey showed the ability to gain the tough yards inside the tackles and still displayed quickness and elusiveness on the outside.

“He’s the whole package,” said Sherman. “Early in his career he was more of an edge runner. This year he’s shown he can get five yards between the tackles. He understands the difference of when to do that and when to bounce it outside.

“People often ask me if he is going to Stanford to be a running back. Absolutely he is going to be a running back. They can run option routes with him, flank out and he is arguably the best kick and punt returner in the state.

“He’s pretty good on defense too.”

McCaffrey has played behind talented offensive lines at Valor and he formed a mutual admiration society with the linemen.

“You couldn’t ask for a better dude,” said tackle Alec Ruth. “He works so hard on the field and he is probably one of the most humble

dudes I’ve ever met in my life. He makes the rest of the offensive line look real good. He’s very explosive and a great overall athlete.

“He comes over and says great job, keep pounding your feet, keep working on it. He gives us recognition. He bought us dinner after our first game.”

McCaffrey, the son of former Denver Broncos wide receiver Ed McCaffrey, knows a lot of his success starts up front.

“It’s awesome especially when you have an offensive line like ours,” said McCaffrey, who maintains a 3.65 grade point average. “You get through the hole and you just see green. It’s really fun. That’s the best feeling in the world to hit the hole and see nothing in front of you.

“I can’t thank those guys enough for what they’ve done. They make my job so easy. I look up to those guys.”

And the rest of the state looks up to McCaffrey.

op Ward of Westminster, Pa., 49-47, to capture the Gray Division title in the Nike tourney. Amy Schmeizer scored 15 points as Castle View captured the Red Division championship with a 58-48 triumph over Marcos de Niza of Tempe, Ariz.

Cherry Creek, led by Mikaela Eppard’s 18 points, topped Horizon Christian Academy of San Diego, 5848, in the Red Division title contest.

Hot-shooting Chaminade College Prep of West Hills, Calif., toppled Rock Canyon, 63-45, in the John Anderson Division first-place game. Chaminade shot 52 percent from the field compared to 30 percent for the Jaguars.

Boys basketball teams at top

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Players listen to Heritage High School girls basketball coach Stephanie Rogers detail a play she wants them to run. The first-year coach’s instruction came during a timeout in the Dec. 20 game against Cherokee Trail that was part of the Heritage Memorial Hoopla Girls Basketball Tournament. Cherokee Trail won the game. Photo by Tom Munds

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before becoming an assistant girls basketball coach at Heritage in the 2001-02 season.

“It is cool to be coaching at my alma mater,” Rogers said. “Since I have been in the program for 11 years, I am familiar with the facilities and with the community. It is great to be able to give back to the school that helped me with my basketball career.”

She said she tries to work with the high school players, plus stay in touch with the Littleton middle schools playing girls basketball as well as some of the girls who play in the Gold Crown program outside of school.

“We run a voluntary workout program in the spring and then are pretty busy in the month of June,” Rogers said. “We are in a summer league and we plan to go to a couple of team camps that month. We have open gym sessions in July that are voluntary.”

SALOME’S STARS FOR THE WEEK OF DEC 25, 2013

ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) You might be busier than you had expected right now. But between the socializing rounds and the workplace tasks, there are opportunities for special moments with that certain someone.

TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) Your creative approach leads to a quicker-than-expected solution to a workplace problem. Now you can devote more time to that proposal you hope to introduce by midmonth.

GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) Technological glitches create problems early on. But by midweek, all runs smoothly once again, and you’re well and truly on your way to meeting all your deadlines.

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CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) Your energy levels are high, and you feel you can handle everything that comes along. But try to take a break from your hectic pace for some quiet time with someone close to you.

LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) Before you pounce on that shiny new opportunity, take more time to check it out to see how much substance actually lies beneath all that glitter. A family member has important news.

VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) A personal situation you thought was resolved resurfaces, thanks to a possibly well-intentioned move that went awry. Deal with it as soon as possible. Accept the help of a trusted friend.

LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) That goal you set way back when is finally in sight. Maintain your focus on achieving it, and don’t allow yourself to be distracted by unimportant demands for your attention.

SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) A temperamental flareup creates negative feelings that need to be dealt with immediately. But things once again go well after the apologies are made and hurt feelings are soothed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) An early impulsive act causes confusion. But all is smoothed over once explanations are made. Expect a friend or family member to ask for your kind and always wise advice.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) You might have to do some juggling of your priorities, as a personal matter appears to require more time and attention.

Put your pride aside and accept help from those who offer it.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) Your creative aspect is strong. Not only does it help you accomplish your goals, but it also inspires others. This could lead to a potentially rewarding collaboration opportunity.

PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Be careful about making major decisions when you’re not really committed to them. And resist any pressure to do otherwise. Better to delay action until all doubts are resolved.

BORN THIS WEEK: You set goals and are rarely distracted by any attempt to move you off the path you’ve chosen to reach them. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

January 2, 2014

Public Trustees Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1464-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 2, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s): Ann Ibison Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for Englewood Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust: February 18, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 03, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5030768 Original Principal Amount: $116,651.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $100,900.51 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 119, THE KNOLLS WEST, FILING NO. 1 COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 7013 South Knolls Way, Centennial, CO 80122.

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/02/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 Attorney File # 9105.06199 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 1464-2013 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1499-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 15, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s): GREGORY S MCKELLIPS Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, HOME123 CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust: December 22, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: January 08, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): B7003452 Original Principal Amount: $105,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $91,396.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. Also known by street and number as: 7440 SOUTH BLACKHAWK STREET, #3104, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust: December 22, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: January 08, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): B7003452 Original Principal Amount: $105,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $91,396.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. Also known by street and number as: 7440 SOUTH BLACKHAWK STREET, #3104, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Public Trustees

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/12/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 12/19/2013 Last Publication: 1/16/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/15/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly L. Decker #32647 Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Medved Dale Decker & Deere, LLC 355 Union Blvd., Suite 302, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 223-7883 Attorney File # 13-914-25335 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 1499-2013 Exhibit A PARCEL I CONDOMINIUM UNIT R-3-104, WINDMILL CREEK AMENDMENT NO.1, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON MAY 10, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2087517, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2001524, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO PARCEL II TOGETHER WITH CONDOMINIUM UNIT G-3-F, WINDMILL CREEK AMENDMENT NO.1, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON MAY 10, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2087517, AND AS DEFINED ANO DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2001524, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, ALL AMENDMENTS, AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. THE PROPERTY MUST BE OWNED BY EITHER GRANTOR OR AN OWNER OF A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT IN THE PROJECT KNOWN AS WINDMILL CREEK UNDER THE DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK, RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B20015424 IN THE REAL PROPERTY RECORDS OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. DURING THE PERIOD OF GRANTEE'S OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY, THE PROPERTY MAY ONLY BE USED BY GRANTEE OR GRANTEE'S GUESTS OR TENANTS IN OCCUPANCY OF THE RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT IN WINDMILL CREEK OWNED BY THE GRANTEE. THE PROPERTY SHALL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO THE ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK THE RESTRICTIONS IMPOSED ON THE PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE WINDMILL CREEK ASSOCIATION, AND THE ASSOCIATION SHALL HAVE ALL REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO IT AS LAW OR IN EQUITY TO ENFORCE THE RESTRICTIONS Legal Notice NO.: 1499-2013 First Publication: 12/19/2013 Last Publication: 1/16/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1504-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 15, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s): Melissa T Mengel and Robert W. Attleson Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Sierra Pacific Mortgage Company, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: November 15, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 02, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5180795 Original Principal Amount: $148,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $127,289.91 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 2, BLOCK 1, WINDERMERE HOMES, TRAC NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 6519 South Windermere Street, Littleton,

Original Grantor(s): Melissa T Mengel and Robert W. Attleson Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Sierra Pacific Mortgage Company, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: November 15, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 02, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5180795 Original Principal Amount: $148,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $127,289.91 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 2, BLOCK 1, WINDERMERE HOMES, TRAC NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 6519 South Windermere Street, Littleton, CO 80120.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Public Trustees

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/12/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 12/19/2013 Last Publication: 1/16/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/15/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 Attorney File # 13-06258 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 1504-2013 First Publication: 12/19/2013 Last Publication: 1/16/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1559-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 30, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s): Howard A Flaum and Christine H Flaum Original Beneficiary(ies): JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust: April 22, 2010 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 11, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number): D0044355 Original Principal Amount: $275,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $232,198.94 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 5653 East Long Place, Centennial, CO 80112.

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/26/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/30/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976

best bidder for cash, the said real prop-

17 erty and all interest of the said Grantor(s),

Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/30/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 Attorney File # 13-07212 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

Public Trustees

1559-2013 EXHIBIT A Situate, lying and being in the County of Arapahoe and State of Colorado, described as follows: Lot 10, Homestead Farm Filing No. 5, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

Being the same parcel conveyed to Howard A. Flaum and Christine H. Flaum from Robert J. Cornelius and Lincy A. Cornelius, by virtue of a Deed dated 04/14/1998, recorded 04/15/1998, as Instrument No. A8054463 County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

Legal Notice NO.: 1559-2013 First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1561-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 30, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s): Damian Quinn Original B eneficiary(ies): AFFILIATED FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust: January 27, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 18, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5023600 Original Principal Amount: $184,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $160,502.55 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 7, BLOCK 35, WALNUT HILLS, FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7532 East Costilla Avenue, Centennial, CO 80112.

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/26/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/30/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 Attorney File # 1068.06495 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 1561-2013 First Publication: 1/2/2014 Last Publication: 1/30/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0471-2013 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date.

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 4, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s): Gail Susan Linnea Peterson and Maxwell Scott Peterson Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for IndyMac Bank, F.S.B.

are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 1, BLOCK 13, COLUMBINE LAKE TOWNHOUSES PHASE III, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 4635 West Ponds Circle, Littleton, CO 80123.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

The Independent 17

Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0471-2013 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date.

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 4, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s): Gail Susan Linnea Peterson and Maxwell Scott Peterson Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for IndyMac Bank, F.S.B. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A. f/k/a The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. as successor-in-interest to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES TRUST 2005-6, MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, Series 2005-6 Date of Deed of Trust: April 28, 2005 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 04, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number): B5063641 Original Principal Amount: $209,200.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $206,662.25 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 3, BLOCK 9, BEL-VUE HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7301 S Delaware Ct, Littleton, CO 80120.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Public Trustees

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/04/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 8131177 Attorney File # 3500.01694 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 0471-2013 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1444-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 30, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s): Brian Brito Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for American Mortgage Network, Inc. , A Delaware Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust: December 19, 2008 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 10, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number): B9012474 Original Principal Amount: $177,655.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $165,840.15 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 1, BLOCK 13, COLUMBINE LAKE TOWNHOUSES PHASE III, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 4635 West Ponds Circle, Littleton, CO 80123.

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real prop-

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 09/30/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Reagan Larkin #42309 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 Attorney File # 13-05933 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

Public Trustees

Legal Notice NO. 1444-2013 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS CRS 38-38-111(2.5b)(3a,b,d)(5) PUBLIC TRUSTEE SALE NO. 0744-2013 To: Record Owner of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled. You are advised that there are overbid funds due you. This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust and Notice of Election and Demand: Name of Record Owner as evidenced on the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled: Sandra K Nutter Address of Record Owner as evidenced on the recorded instrument evidencing the owner's interest: 47 Adams Cir #C, Fairfield, OH 45014 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 05, 2004 Recording Information: B4175706 Recording Date of Notice of Election and Demand: May 06, 2013 Recording Information of Notice of Election and Demand: D3055969 Legal Description of Property SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Street Address of Property 7440 S. Blackhawk Street, Unit 7102, Englewood, CO 80112 NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS I sold at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on 9/4/13, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the real property described above. An overbid was realized from the sale and, unless the funds are claimed by the owner or other persons entitled thereto within five years from the date of sale, the funds due to you will be transferred to the general fund of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, or to the State Treasurer as part of the "Unclaimed Property Act", pursuant to Colorado law.

First Publication: 12/5/13 Last Publication: 1/2/14 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Date: 10/24/13 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee 0744-2013 Exhibit A CONDOMINIUM UNIT R-7-102, WINDMILL CREEK ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2001523, AND DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. B2001524, IN OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 0744-2013 First Publication: 12/5/13 Last Publication: 1/2/14 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1471-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 3, 2013, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) Stephanie Marion Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Guild Mortgage Company, A California Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Guild Mortgage Company Date of Deed of Trust May 04, 2011 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 10, 2011 Recording Information (Reception Number) D1044246 Original Principal Amount $151,070.00 Outstanding Principal Balance

tion Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Guild Mortgage Company Date of Deed of Trust May 04, 2011 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 10, 2011 Recording Information (Reception Number) D1044246 Original Principal Amount $151,070.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $146,601.34 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Also known by street and number as: 3020 West Prentice Avenue Unit F, Littleton, CO 80123.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

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NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent ● IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/03/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 Attorney File # 13-06721 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 1471-2013 EXHIBIT A CONDOMINIUM UNIT F, CONDOMINIUM BUILDING 4, STEEPLECHASE CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF, RECORDED ON AUGUST 26, 1985 IN PLAT BOOK 85 AT PAGES 22-23 IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR STEEPLECHASE CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED MARCH 16, 1985 IN BOOK 4391 AT PAGE 471 AND AS AMENDED BY THE 4TH STATEMENT TO ANNEX LAND RECORDED AUGUST 26, 1985 IN BOOK 4526 AT PAGE 382 IN SAID RECORDS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice NO.: 1471-2013 First Publication: 12/5/2013 Last Publication: 1/2/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on December 9, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Darey Kahei Yip be changed to Darey Kahei Lee. Case No.: 2013 C 100622 Tammera Herivel, Clerk of the Court By: Laura Larson, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 15717 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on December, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Shelley Rene Gordon Butler be changed to Rene Gordon Butler.

Case No.: 2013 C 100698 Tammera Herivel, Clerk of the Court By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 15722 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on December 12, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Deborrah Lee Scardaville be changed to Deborrah Lee Gabriel.

Case No.: 2013 C 100748 Tammera Herivel, Clerk of the Court By: Clerk Legal Notice No: 15729 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Case No.: 2013CV031287 * Div: 408

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on December 2, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Tressa Spogmai Thunder Hawk be changed to America Rayan Bad Heart Bull.

Case No.: 2013 C 100729 Tammera Herivel, Clerk of the Court By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 15735 First Publication: December 26, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on November 25, 2013 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of RaMona Williams be changed to Treazure Williams.

Case No.: 2013 C 100714 Tammera Herivel, Clerk of the Court By: Danille Trujillo, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 15737 First Publication: December 26, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Notice To Creditors Public Notice District Court Arapahoe County, Colorado Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 In the Matter of the Estate of: BETTY LOU ROBERTS, Deceased Attorney or Party Without an Attorney: Douglas J. Traeger Atty. Reg.#: 2465 Olsen Traeger & Ursery, LLP 650 South Cherry Street, Suite 850 Denver, CO 80246-1841 Phone Number: (303) 329-4670 FAX Number: (303) 329-4671 E-mail: dtraeger@olsentraeger.com Case Number: 12PR1161 * Division 21 NOTICE OF NON-APPEARANCE HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT BY PUBLICATION PURSUANT TO §15-10-401, C.R.S. Attendance at this hearing is not required or expected.

To: Kenneth Arthur Blair Roberts, Jr. and Dustin Dudley: Last Known Address, if any: Dustin Dudley’s address is unknown.

A non-appearance hearing on the Petition for Final Settlement and proposed Order (title of pleading) for (brief description of relief requested) to adjudicate the final settlement and distribution of the estate; enter an Order directing the Personal Representative to distribute all remaining assets of the estate as set forth in the Schedule of Distribution; and accept the final accounting as presented; and further requests that upon filing final receipts or evidence of distribution, that the Court discharge the Personal Representative and any surety on the Personal Representative’s bond; and on the Petition Authorizing Payment of Estate Distribution to the Colorado State Treasurer Pursuant to §15-12-914, C.R.S. (as to Dustin Dudley).

Will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued: Date: January 27, 2014 Time: 8:00 a.m. * Division: 21 Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Division 21, Centennial, CO 80112 ***** IMPORTANT NOTICE***** Interested persons have the responsibility to protect their own rights and interests within the time and in the manner provided by the Colorado Probate Code, including the appropriateness of claims paid, the compensation of personal representatives, attorneys and others, and the distribution of estate assets. The Court will not review or adjudicate these or other matters unless specifically requested to do so by an interested person.

Any interested person wishing to object to the Petition must file a specific written Objection with the Court on or before the hearing and must furnish a copy of the Objection to the person requesting the court order and the personal representative. JDF 722 (Objection form) is available on the Colorado Judicial Branch website (www.courts.state.co.us). If no objection is filed, the Court may take action on the Petition without further notice or hearing.

If any objection is filed, the objecting party must, within 14 days after filing the objection, set the objection for an appearance hearing. Failure to timely set the objection for an appearance hearing as required shall result in the dismissal of the objection with prejudice without further hearing.

Actual distribution of estate assets normally does not occur at the hearing.

Legal Notice No.: 15725 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice Estate of Thomas J. Neasham, Deceased Case Number 13 PR 30525 All persons or creditors possession claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 21st, 2014, or the claims may be forever barred.

DATED: December 12, 2013 Joanna C. Kitto, Esq. AMBROZIAK KITTO, PC 1111 Washington Avenue, Suite 200 Golden, CO 80401 Attorneys for Patricia A. Neasham Personal Representative Legal Notice No.: 15726 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Joyce M. Muse a/k/a Joyce C. Muse a/k/a Joyce Marie Muse a/k/a Joyce Cole Muse, Deceased

Public Notice

Notice Creditors NOTICETo TO CREDITORS Estate of Joyce M. Muse a/k/a Joyce C. Muse a/k/a Joyce Marie Muse a/k/a Joyce Cole Muse, Deceased Case Number 13PR1012 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2014, or the claims may be forever barred.

Larry C. Muse Personal Representative 8334 South Estes Street Littleton, CO 80128 Legal Notice No.: 15742 First Publication: December 26, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ethelwyn Q. Brown, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30541

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 28, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Notice To Creditors

Timothy J. Lamb, P.C. Attorney for the Personal Representative Timothy J. Lamb, No. 11334 1401 – 17th Street, Suite 330 Denver, Colorado 80202 303-292-1323 Legal Notice No: 15739 First Publication: December 26, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Sue Owen Schmidt, aka Sue O. Schmidt, aka Sue Schmidt, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30433 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 26, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 21, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Delilah P. Morrison Personal Representative c/o Debra Piazza Montgomery Little & Soran, PC 5445 DTC Parkway, Suite 800 Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111

Toni M. Mangione Personal Representative 21266 Tallman Court Parker, Colorado 80138

Legal Notice No: 15741 First Publication: December 26, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No: 15719 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Vivian Dorine Longworth, aka Vivian D. Longworth, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30526 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Kevin McKee Longworth Personal Representative 6480 Silver Mesa Drive, No. C Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80130 Legal Notice No: 15721 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Janet Keilson, aka Janet Ruth Keilson, and Janet R. Keilson, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30533 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 19, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Jonathan S. Keilson Personal Representative 152 Montclair Avenue Circleville, Ohio 43113 Legal Notice No: 15728 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Walter Grunwald, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30560 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 21, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Atsuko Folks Personal Representative 9155 E. Evans Place Denver, Colorado 80231 Legal Notice No: 15730 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Bobby L. Luttrell, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30516 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, 7325 S. Potomac, Englewood, Colorado 80112, on or before April 21, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Date: 12.10.13 /s/ original signature on file in office of Palmer, Goertzel & Associates, P.C. Tamra, A. Palmer Personal Representative 6060 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., No. 200 Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111 303-789-2899 Legal Notice No: 15731 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Aileen J. De Shon, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 030534 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Vicki Lee Hellman Personal Representative 4505 S. Yosemite Street, No. 136 Denver, Colorado 80237 Legal Notice No: 15738 First Publication: December 26, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of David L. Walker, aka David Lee Walker, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30550 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 28, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Deeanna Lavera Wynia, aka Deeanna Wynia, aka Deeanna L. Wynia, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30551 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 2, 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Renee Michelle Wynia Personal Representative 3627 Hudson Street Denver, Colorado 80207 Legal Notice No: 15749 First Publication: January 2, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Neil E. Rogers, Deceased Case Number: 2013 PR 30456 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 2 , 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

Mary A. Rogers Personal Representative 3487 West Alamo Avenue Littleton, Colorado 80123 Legal Notice No: 15750 First Publication: January 2, 2014 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Misc. Private Legals Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS vs.

Defendant(s): WENDI M. ORLANDO

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of Plaintiff, as set forth in the Complaint 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 twenty-one (21) days after service upon you if within the State of Colorado, or within thirty-five (35) days after service upon you if outside the State of Colorado or if served by publication pursuant to C.R.C.P. 4(g). If served by publication, service shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the Complaint may be obtained from the Clerk of the Court.

Misc. Private Legals

Regarding: Lot 155, Highlands View, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado Also known as: 2687 E. Nichols Circle , Centennial, CO 80122

Dated this 30th day of September, 2013.

Respectfully submitted, HINDMANSANCHEZ P.C.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 30th day of January, 2014, at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112.

At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

Original signature of Brianna L. Schaefer is on file with the law offices of HindmanSanchez P.C. pursuant to C.R.C.P. 121, §1-26(7). /s/ Brianna L. Schaefer Brianna L. Schaefer, No. 34078 Marc A. Tahiry, No. 38991 ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF PENINSULA CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Address of Plaintiff: Peninsula Condominium Association c/o Management Specialists-Broomfield 390 Interlocken Crescent, Ste. 500 Broomfield, CO 80021 Legal Notice No.: 15655 First Publication: December 12, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO Case Number: 12CV2056, Div.: 408 Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Plaintiff: THE RED SKY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, v.

Defendants: PHUONG NGUYEN, et al.

Under an Order and Decree For Judicial Foreclosure entered on August 28, 2013, in the above entitled action, I am ordered to sell certain property, as follows: Original Grantor Original Beneficiary Current Holder of the evidence of debt: The Red Sky Homeowners Association Date of the Deed of Trust Date of Recording of Deed of Trust County of Recording Recording Information Original Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness: $17,932.20 Outstanding Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness as of the date hereof: $17,932.20 plus 18% per annum interest after August 28, 2013 Amount of Judgment entered on August 28,2013: $17,932.20 in favor of The Red Sky Homeowners Association plus 18% per annum interest thereafter Description of property to be foreclosed: Unit 301, Building B, Red Sky Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map filed of record on January 11, 1979 in Plat Book 36 at Page 86, under Reception No. 1810251 and supplements thereto and as defined in the Declaration of Condominium of Red Sky recorded January 11, 1979 in Book 2918 at Page 601, records of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado.

Also known as: 14590 East 2nd Avenue, #301-B, Aurora, CO 80111

The Declaration of The Red Sky Homeowners Association and C.R.S. § 38-33.3-316(2)(c) have been violated as follows: failure to make payments when the same were due and owing.

/s/ Tammy Herivel Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15640 First Publication: December 5, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, CO 80112 Court Phone: 303-649-6355 PLAINTIFF: PENINSULA CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION v.

DEFENDANTS: JUNG NAM LEE; THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-13; and CYNTHIA MARES AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Attorney: Brianna L. Schaefer Firm: HindmanSanchez P.C. Address: 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300 Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310 Phone Number: 303.432.8999 Fax Number: 303.432.0999 E-mail: bschaefer@hindmansanchez.com Atty. Reg. No.: 34078 Our File No.: 9843.0049 Case No.: 2013CV031287 * Div: 408 SUMMONS THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of Plaintiff, as set forth in the Complaint 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

COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM

This is an action affecting the real property described in the Complaint and is a proceeding in rem as well as a proceeding in personam.

Case Number: 08C300403

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 7th day of July, 2013.

COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO

CIVIL ACTION NO. 2013CV030489 DIVISION NO. 308

If you fail to file your Answer or other response to the Complaint in writing within the time required, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint without further notice.

THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN. THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE THE FIRST LIEN.

IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s) , WENDI M. ORLANDO , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

Public Notice

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Private Legals DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE

Plaintiff, HIGHLAND VIEW HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado nonprofit corporation v.

Defendants, BEVERLY HOFFMAN; C H ASE MAN H ATTAN MOR TGAGE CORPORATION; ALPINE CREDIT, INC.; THE ADVANTAGE GROUP; DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (IRS); CENTRAL CREDIT CORPORATION; THE OFFICE OF THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE, as Arapahoe County Public Trustee

David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913

NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on January 18, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE,

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NOTICE OF SALE THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that I will, at 10:00 o’clock A.M., on 30th of January, 2014, at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy., Centennial, Colorado 80112, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property described above, and all interest of said Grantor and the heirs and assigns of said Grantor therein, for the purpose of paying the judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. ** First Publication: December 5, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE

BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 24th day of October, 2013.

J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff The name, address and business telephone number, and bar registration number of the attorney for the holder of the evidence of debt are as follows: Martin E. Long 303 East 17th Ave, Suite 800 Denver, CO 80203 (303) 832-2655 * Reg. No. 12855 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Legal Notice No.: 15614 First Publication: December 5, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2013CV030489 DIVISION NO. 308

**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. ** Further, for the purpose of paying off, curing default or redemption, as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the above address of the Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Department of Arapahoe County, Colorado.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 21st day of October, 2013.

J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF: ORTEN CAVANAGH & HOLMES, LLC 1445 Market Street, Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202 Legal Notice No.: 15619 First Publication: December 5, 2013 Last Publication: January 2, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: BELLCO CREDIT UNION vs.

Defendant: MICHAEL C. WILLIAMS A/K/A MICHAEL WILLIAMS GARNER David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 02 C 1358 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the original judgment entered in the instant matter on March 1, 2002 and thereafter revived with like force and effect on February 28, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s), which judgment remains unsatisfied, be again revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), MICHAEL C. WILLIAMS A/K/A MICHAEL WILLIAMS GARNER, shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he has, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be again revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, dated this 26th day of August, 2013. /s/ Clerk of the Court Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15668 First Publication: December 12, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112 Telephone: (303) 649-6355 Plaintiff: YOSEMITE COURT CONDOMINIUMS ASSOCIATION Defendants: AMANDA L. MENDENHALL; BART N. MENDENHALL; LEGAL COLLECTION CO LLC; RON BISBEE, JR.; CYNTHIA D. MARES AS ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; SUSAN R. SANDSTROM AS ARAPAHOE COUNTY TREASURER Case Number: 2013CV455 Div.: 308 Attorneys for Plaintiff Wendy E. Weigler, Reg. No. 28419 LANSKY, WEIGLER & PORTER, P.C. 1401 17th Street, Suite 560 Denver, CO 80202 Telephone: (303) 297-1900 Facsimile: (303) 293-8938 E-mail: wweigler@lanskyweigler.com SHERIFF’S COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE, RIGHT TO CURE AND RIGHT TO REDEEM TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise you that the abovecaptioned action is pending. An Order and Decree for Judicial Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning an assessment lien by the Plaintiff, Yosemite Court Condominiums Association, pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, §38-33.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Yosemite Court Condominiums, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on January 6, 2010, at Reception No. D0000933 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

The name, address and telephone number of the attorneys representing the holders of the Assessment Lien being fore-

ant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, §38-33.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Yosemite Court Condominiums, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on January 6, 2010, at Reception No. D0000933 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

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The name, address and telephone number of the attorneys representing the holders of the Assessment Lien being foreclosed are Lansky, Weigler & Porter (contact Wendy E. Weigler, Esq.) 1401 17th Street, Suite 560, Denver, Colorado 80202, telephone number 303-297-1900.

The real property which is the subject matter of this litigation, which is the property subject to the Assessment Lien, is situated in Arapahoe County, and is described as follows, to-wit: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 112, YOSEMITE COURT CONDOMINIUMS, TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE PARKING SPACE 10 ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF, RECORDED JULY 8, 1999 AT RECEPTION NO. 9111746 IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDIT I O N S A N D R E S TR IC T IO N S F O R YOSEMITE COURT CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED JULY 8, 1999 AT RECEPTION NO. 9111745, IN SAID RECORDS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO also known as 1180 Yosemite Street, Unit 112, Denver, Colorado 80247 (the “Property”).

The Plaintiff named above is the judgment creditor in this action and the lienor of the Property pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, § 38-33.3316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Yosemite Court Condominiums. As of October 8, 2013, the outstanding balance due and owing on such judgment is $12,488.77.

I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, for cash, at public auction, all the right, title and interest of the Defendant in said property on February 20, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., at the front steps of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112.

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. CERTIFIED FUNDS ARE PAYABLE TO THE REGISTRY OF THE ARAPAHOE DISTRICT COURT. NOTE: THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 28th day of November, 2013.

J. Grayon Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15664 First Publication: December 26, 2013 Last Publication: January 23, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2013CV701, Division/Courtroom 201 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY HERITAGE VILLAGE ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, v.

CYNTHIA I. WAGNER; DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; DARRELL R. WAGNER; LIBERTY ACQUISITIONS SERVICING LLC; SOUTHEAST METRO STORMWATER AUTHORITY; and EIGHT PLUS LLC. Defendant(s).

Regarding: Lot 52, Block 2, Heritage Village, Filing No. 5, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 5930 South Glencoe Way, Centennial, CO 80121.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at10:00 A.M., on the 13th day of February, 2013, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $11,342.72.

DATED: December 9, 2013.

J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15710 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Civil Action No. 2013CV030772, Div. 206 Plaintiff, THE ENCLAVE AT DTC CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. v.

Defendants, MATTHEW A. ITO; WMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONA L A S S O CPublic I A T I ONotice N; ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; STATE OF COLORADO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE; Estate ofMETRO Bohdan STORMWATER S. Wynar, SOUTHWEST a/k/a Bohdan Wynar, AUTHORITY; ANDStephan OCCUPANT(S) Deceased On October 21, 2013, the Arapahoe County District Court issued its DeCase Number: 2013 PR 30509 cree of Foreclosure.

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All persons having claims against Original Grantor(s): Matthew A. Itothe above-named estate are Original Beneficiary: Therequired EnclavetoatpresDTC ent them to theAssociation, Personal Condominium Inc. Current Holder or of to Evidence of Debt: Representative District Court of The Enclave at DTC Condominium Association, Inc. Date of Lien: November 9, 2009 County of Recording: Arapahoe

DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Civil Action No. 2013CV030772, Div. 206

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Plaintiff, THE ENCLAVE AT DTC CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. v.

Defendants, MATTHEW A. ITO; WMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; STATE OF COLORADO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE; SOUTHWEST METRO STORMWATER AUTHORITY; AND OCCUPANT(S) On October 21, 2013, the Arapahoe County District Court issued its Decree of Foreclosure.

Original Grantor(s): Matthew A. Ito Original Beneficiary: The Enclave at DTC Condominium Association, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: The Enclave at DTC Condominium Association, Inc. Date of Lien: November 9, 2009 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Lien: November 12, 2009 Recording Reception Number: B9123713 Original Amount: $1,329.39 Outstanding Amount: $14,777.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the Provisions of the Condominium Declaration for The Enclave at DTC (the “Declaration”) have been violated as follows: Failure to pay common expense assessments as that term is defined in 38-33.3-316 C.R.S., together with all other payments provided for in the Declaration for The Enclave at DTC or by Colorado Statute secured by the Assessment Lien.

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. and CYNTHIA D. MARES AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s).

Regarding: Lot 82, Block 2, Alton Park Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado;

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Also known as: 1375 South Alton Court, Denver, CO 80247.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Department of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 27th day of February, 2014, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3845.

At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT THE TIME OF SALE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $6,817.38.

First Publication: January 2, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is Brianna L. Schaefer, Esq., No. 34078, HindmanSanchez P.C., 5610 Ward Road, Suite 300, Arvada, Colorado 80002-1310, 303.432.8999.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN:

DATED: December 5, 2013

Unit D, Building 9262, The Enclave at DTC Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map thereof, recorded on May 23, 2002 at Reception No. B2095949, in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, Colorado, and as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for The Enclave at DTC Condominiums recorded on February 25, 2002 at Reception No. B2036309 in said records, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff

Also known and numbered as: 9262 E. Arbor Circle #D, Englewood, CO 80111 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Lien, described herein, has filed the Court’s Decree in Foreclosure as provided by law.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will, at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on the 13th of February 2014, at the Offices of the Arapahoe County Sheriff, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Assessment Lien, plus attorney fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE** NOTICE OF RIGHTS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-104 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY SHERIFF AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED; A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-302 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY SHERIFF WITHIN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS FOLLOWING THE SALE. IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 DATE: November 19, 2013 J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff The name, bar registration number, address, and telephone number of the attorney is: Richard W. Johnston, Reg. No. 19823, Tobey & Johnston, P.C., 6855 S. Havana Street #630, Centennial, CO 80112-3813, telephone number (303) 799-8600.

Legal Notice No.: 15672 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2013CV030185, Division/Courtroom 402 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY ALTON PARK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff, v.

AVI AHARONIAN, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. and CYNTHIA D. MARES AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO. Defendant(s).

Regarding: Lot 82, Block 2, Alton Park Filing No. 1, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado; Also known as: 1375 South Alton Court, Denver, CO 80247.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Department of Arapahoe County, A.M., Arapahoe County,Colorado Coloradoat on10:00 or before on the 27th day of claims February, 2014, at May 2, 2014*, or the may be 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, forever barred.

CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3845.

At which sale, the above described real Person Giving Notice: property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff Taras Wynar makes no warranty 5792 Pomona Drive relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment Arvada, Colorado 80003 in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

Phone: 720-404-9500 BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE Legal Notice No.: 15751 FUNDS SUFFICASH OR CERTIFIED CIENT TO COVER THEIR2,HIGHEST BID First Publication: January 2014 AT TIME OFJanuary SALE. 16, 2014 LastTHE Publication:

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J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado

Legal Notice No.: 15712 First Publication: January 2, 2014 Last Publication: January 30, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS vs.

Defendant(s): BEVERLY J. ROBINSON David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 08C301310 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on February 8, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), BEVERLY J. ROBINSON , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 12th day of September, 2013. /s/ Clerk of the Court Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15715 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS vs.

Defendant(s): JOHN W. KLUNDT David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 08C301554 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on February 8, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), JOHN W. KLUNDT , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 12th day of September, 2013. /s/ Tammy L. Herivel Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15716 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2013 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112 Plaintiff: SMOKY HILL HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation Defendants: FRANK W. SALMINEN, JR.; GEORGE E. KRIEG, III; KATHERINE A. KRIEG; and CYNTHIA D. MARES the ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TR USTEE Publisher: Littleton Independent _________________________________ Attorney for Plaintiff TRAVIS B. KEENAN, P.C. PUBLIC NOTICE Travis B. Keenan, # 41354 Address: 10200 E. Girard Ave., #C255 Denver, NOTICE CO 80231 TO CREDITORS Phone Number: Estate of(303) Vera695-6600 Globocnik, Fax: aka (303)Vera 695-0300 Martelanz Globocnik, Email: tkeenan@tbkpc.com aka Vera Martelanc Globocnik, DeceasedDivision 4 Case No.: 2013CV31633: Case Number: 2013 PR 30440 SUMMONS All persons having claims against the The People of the State of Colorado To the Defendant named above:

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Plaintiff: SMOKY HILL HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation Defendants: FRANK W. SALMINEN, JR.; GEORGE E. KRIEG, III; KATHERINE A. KRIEG; and CYNTHIA D. MARES the ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE Attorney for Plaintiff TRAVIS B. KEENAN, P.C. Travis B. Keenan, # 41354 Address: 10200 E. Girard Ave., #C255 Denver, CO 80231 Phone Number: (303) 695-6600 Fax: (303) 695-0300 Email: tkeenan@tbkpc.com Case No.: 2013CV31633: Division 4 SUMMONS The People of the State of Colorado To the Defendant named above: You are summoned and required to file with the clerk of this court an answer or other response to the attached Complaint within 21 days after this summons is served on you in the State of Colorado, or within 35 days after this summons is served on you outside the State of Colorado.

If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within the applicable time period, judgment by default may be entered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint, without any further notice to you.

The following document is also served with this summons: COMPLAINT FOR JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE AND FOR DAMAGES, DISTRICT CIVIL CASE COVER SHEET, and NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF ACTION (LIS PENDENS).

Dated this 6th day of November, 2013 Travis B. Keenan, #41354 This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4, C.R.C.P., as amended.

A copy of the Complaint must be served with this Summons.

This form should not be used where service by publication is desired.

WARNING: A VALID SUMMONS MAY BE ISSUED BY A LAWYER AND IT NEED NOT CONTAIN A COURT CASE NUMBER, THE SIGNATURE OF A COURT OFFICER, OR A COURT SEAL. THE PLAINTIFF HAS 14 DAYS FROM THE DATE THIS SUMMONS WAS SERVED ON YOU TO FILE THE CASE WITH THE COURT. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTACTING THE COURT TO FIND OUT WHETHER THE CASE HAS BEEN FILED AND OBTAIN THE CASE NUMBER. IF THE PLAINTIFF FILES THE CASE WITHIN THIS TIME, THEN YOU MUST RESPOND AS EXPLAINED IN THIS SUMMONS. IF THE PLAINTIFF FILES MORE THAN 14 DAYS AFTER THE DATE THE SUMMONS WAS SERVED ON YOU, THE CASE MAY BE DISMISSED UPON MOTION AND YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO SEEK ATTORNEY’S FEES FROM THE PLAINITFF. Legal Notice No.: 15718 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2011CV2233, Division 308 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Tollgate Crossing Metropolitan District No. 2, Plaintiff, v.

Manuel Escobedo, et al.

Defendant(s).

Regarding: LOT 26, BLOCK 3 TOLLGATE CROSSING SUBDIVISION 1st FILING, EX M/R’s COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO ALSO KNOWN AS: 4785 S. EATON PARK WAY, AURORA, CO 80016 TO THE DEFENDANTS, Manuel Escobedo, Carmen Pastrana, Yellow Book Sales Distribution Tollgate Crossing Homeowners Association, Inc., DHI Mortgage Company, Ltd., and Public Trustee of Arapahoe County; Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 13th day of, February, 2014, at 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy, Centennial, Colorado 80112, phone number (720) 874-3851.

At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.** PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $7,422.49.

DATED: December 11, 2013.

J. Grayson Robinson, Sheriff County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15723 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Published in: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd, #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: CAVALRY INVESTMENTS, LLC vs.

Defendant(s): MASON ADAMS David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 above-named estate are required to Phone: 303-986-1200 present them to the Personal RepresentaFax: 303-988-8913 tive or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 15, Case Number: 08C302124 2014 or the claims may be forever barred.

NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE James J. Arndt (12144) WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court Atty for the Personal Representative pursuant to said rules of civil procedure Frie, Arndt & Danborn PC in the instant that the judgment entered 7400 Blvd., No.in 201 matterWadsworth on February 8, 2008 favor of the Arvada, 80003 Plaintiff Colorado and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be 303-420-1234 revived, NOW THEREFORE,

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IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), MASON ADAMS , shall show cause within

vantage of any rights provided for under Colorado law, you must strictly comply and adhere to the provisions of the law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.

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Plaintiff: CAVALRY INVESTMENTS, LLC vs.

Defendant(s): MASON ADAMS David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 08C302124 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on February 8, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), MASON ADAMS , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he has, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 30th day of August, 2013.

Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15724 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff: UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS vs.

Defendant(s): TODD USSEGLIO David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 08C300171 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on February 8, 2008 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), TODD USSEGLIO, shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 12th day of September, 2013. /s/ Tammy L. Herivel Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 15727 First Publication: December 19, 2013 Last Publication: January 16, 2014 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CASE NO.: 13CV30035 DIVISION 207 COBBLEWOOD CREEK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation Plaintiff, v.

NEIL E. MCGOWAN, Defendant.

COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE AND NOTICE OF RIGHTS TO CURE AND RIGHTS TO REDEEM This is to advise you that a Sheriff sale proceeding has been commenced through the office of the undersigned Sheriff pursuant to an Order for Default Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure dated September 24, 2013, and C.R.S. §§ 38-38-101 to 401, by Cobblewood Creek Homeowners Association, Inc., the current holder of a statutory lien. The judicial foreclosure is based on a default under the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions of Cobble Creek Homeowners Association, Inc. recorded on May 22, 1979, at Reception No. 1850557, in the records of the Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder, State of Colorado, as amended. The Declaration and notices, as recorded, establish a lien for the benefit of Cobblewood Creek Homeowners Association, Inc., WHICH LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AND IMPROVEMENTS. Legally described as follows: Lot 35, Block 2, Tollgate Village Subdivision Filing No. 11, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado Also known by street and number as 15728 East Exposition Drive, Aurora, Colorado 80017 The property being foreclosed is all of the property encumbered by the Association’s lien. You are advised that the parties liable thereon, the owner of the property described above, or those with an interest in the subject property, may take appropriate and timely action under Colorado statues. In order to be entitled to take advantage of any rights provided for under Colorado law, you must strictly comply and adhere to the provisions of the law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.

The Sheriff’s sale has been scheduled to occur at 10:00 A.M., on the 6th day of February, 2014, at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112; telephone number (720) 874-3845. At the sale, the Sheriff will sell the above described real property above and improvements thereon to the highest bidder.

Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

Marsha H. Dougherty Personal Representative **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE 90 S. Carr CASH OR Street CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFILakewood, Colorado 80226 CIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID 720-301-9444 AT THE TIME OF SALE. **

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The Sheriff’s sale has been scheduled to occur at 10:00 A.M., on the 6th day of February, 2014, at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112; telephone number (720) 874-3845. At the sale, the Sheriff will sell the above described real property above and improvements thereon to the highest bidder.

Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT THE TIME OF SALE. ** The name, address, and telephone number of the attorney representing the Plaintiff is: Travis B. Keenan, #41354, Travis B. Keenan, P.C., 10200 E. Girard Ave., C-255, Denver, Colorado 80231, telephone (303) 695-6600.

DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 7th day of November, 2013.

J. Grayson Robinson Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No: 15683 First Publication: December 12, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2014 Published In: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd. #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Government Legals Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO Arapahoe County Justice Center 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, CO 80112; 303-649-6355 Civil Case No. 2013CV441 Plaintiff: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. vs.

Defendants: VLZ DEVELOPMENT LLC, a limited liability company duly organized and existing under the laws of the State of Colorado, VICTOR AND HANNAH ZACCAGLIN TRUST DATED MARCH 20, 1992 and CYNTHIA MARES AS THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

SHERIFF’S COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE AND NOTICE OF RIGHTS OF REDEMPTION AND CURE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: VLZ DEVELOPMENT LLC, A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY DULY ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF COLORADO: Original Grantor WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.: Original Beneficiary WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.: Current Owner of Evidence of Debt OCTOBER 27, 2006: Date of Deed of Trust November 6, 2006: Date of Original Recording B6158026: Original Recording Information NOTICE OF SALE Under an Order Granting Verified Motion For Default Judgment Against VLZ Development LLC, and Victor and Hannah Zaccaglin Trust Dated March 20, 1992, Reforming the Subordination Agreement and Decree of Foreclosure entered on September 18, 2013, in the above entitled action and recorded September 24, 2013, as Reception No. D3119052, I am ordered to sell the following property which is all of the property currently encumbered by the Deed of Trust recorded in the County of Arapahoe at Reception No. B6158026 on November 6, 2006.

LOT 2, BLOCK 6, SADDLE ROCK GOLF CLUB SOUTH SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 5, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known and numbered as: 22236 East Glasgow Place, Aurora, CO 80016 The Plaintiff named above is the creditor in this action and the current owner of the evidence of debt in rem (Deed of Trust) secured by the property being sold; and as of August 13, 2013, the outstanding judgment principal balance is $993,315.37, and the outstanding principal balance due and owing on said judgment secured by this property is $319,108.56.

I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, for cash, at public auction, all the right, title, and interest of the Defendants in said property on January 23, 2014, at 10 o’clock A.M at Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112. Telephone number 720-874-3851. ** BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.** NOTICE: THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED UPON MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Name, address, telephone number and email address of the attorney representing the owner of the indebtedness and foreclosing lienor: Neal K. Dunning, Reg. No. 10181 BROWN, BERARDINI & DUNNING, P.C. 2000 South Colorado Blvd.

Tower Two, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80222 303-329-3363 ndunning@bbdfirm.com Dated: October 23, 2013 J. GRAYSON ROBINSON, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn, Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 15626 First Publication: December 12, 2013 Last Publication: January 9, 2013 Published in: Littleton Independent, 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd., #210, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129.

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Game offers steps toward ‘normalcy’ Arapahoe wins game, support of Rock Canyon fans

By Jim Benton

jbenton @coloradocommunitymedia.com Arapahoe High School’s boys basketball team, with help from others, is taking steps to get back to normal.

A week after Karl Pierson walked into Arapahoe High with a shotgun and fatally wounded 17-year-old senior Claire Davis before killing himself, the Warriors played host Rock Canyon in the Rock Canyon Winter Classic.

The Dec. 20 game was typical for Arapahoe, one of the state’s top 5A teams, as the Warriors scrapped and executed down the stretch to escape with a 54-53 win over the Jaguars.

Student sections from both schools exchanged cheers like normal, the teams competed hard and Rock Canyon did its best to ease the dreadful memories for Arapahoe students, players and fans.

Students from both schools were invited to a pizza party before the game. Instead of admission to the tournament games on the first two days, donations were accepted for Arapahoe and the Claire Davis fund.

More than $3,500 was raised.

And at halftime, the Arapahoe student section was invited to join the Rock Canyon students, who held up a sign that read: “Rock Canyon Jags (heart) Warriors.”

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At halftime of the Dec. 20 game, the Arapahoe High student section was invited to join the Rock Canyon students, who showed support with a large sign. Photo by Jim Benton “It was great for Arapahoe to get back to some normalcy,” said Rock Canyon Athletic Director Tom Brieske. “It was good to see the students cheering back and forth. We invited the students out and said we were having a pizza potluck. It was important to show support for Arapahoe.”

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“Our thoughts and prayers as a team, as a community and a school are out to Claire Davis, who is still battling. As a community we will keep healing together.”

Till scored 22 points, 14 in the second half, and sank the winning free throws with 13.7 seconds to play.

The 6-foot-2 Till missed a con-

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of us have ever been through and probably will ever go through,” said Arapahoe senior guard Brendan Till. “To step back on the court these past couple days has been a step towards normalcy. Just getting back into a routine is the best thing for all of us. It takes our mind off the horrible tragedy that happened last Friday.

tested layup on a backdoor play but got his own rebound and was fouled. He sank both free throws and the Warriors foiled a last second shot by the Jaguars to win the game.

“Those were tough free throws,” Till said. “We practice clutch free throws every day. It’s no surprise for us to be in these kinds of situations.

We had to pull together as a team.”

Arapahoe coach Dan Snyder lauded Till’s play.

“He had a great second half,” Snyder said. “Those were very big free throws. Either team could have won that game. With the emotional situation, you never know. Rock Canyon played real well.

“It’s been kind of surreal. Being able to play has given us some normalcy. It’s been hard. It’s been a tough situation. We feel awful for Claire Davis and a tough situation for the Arapahoe community, but people have responded.”

The encouragement Arapahoe has received has been a boost.

“The support we have gotten all over the place has been unbelievable,” said Snyder. “The calls I’ve gotten and the kids have gotten have been terrific. And it really shows how strong of a community we have and not only Arapahoe High School.

Rock Canyon has been fabulous and a whole bunch of other schools have been terrific. It shows the kids what Colorado is about.”

James Dalrymple added 14 points for the Warriors, who trailed by as many as 10 in the first half.

Ethan Brunhofer added 10 points while Tyler Garcia was the Jaguars’ top scorer with 17 points.

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