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Weight-loss patients celebrate changes Sky Ridge alumni recognized in reception at hospital

BY TABATHA STEWART TSTEWART@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Deborah Gentry had not worn a little black dress for years. But after losing 135 pounds in the last two years, she gladly followed her granddaughter’s advice and put one on to attend a reception held at Sky Ridge Medical Center Jan. 25, to honor patients in the bariatric weight loss program.

Her attire for the evening was “spectacular,” according to her husband, Jerry Gentry.

“I had the surgery in September of 2016,” said Deborah Gentry. “I had a lot of health problems and I knew it was time to do something. Having the support of all the people in the program has been very helpful. It’s been good to have people to talk to so I don’t feel like I’m the only one going through some of these challenges.

“And it’s great to fit into a dress like this.”

The reception, attended by nearly 100 patients, friends and family

“Before” and “After” pants line the walkway at Skyridge Medical Center, during a reception for patients who are in the weight loss program.

TABATHA STEWART members, included a visual display of “before” and “after” pants worn by patients, stretched across the entrance to the hospital. All of the pants displayed showed an impressive decrease in size, due to various procedures offered through the program at Sky Ridge.

Five patients were chosen to receive a makeover for the evening, compliments of stylist D.J. McDermott, of Timothy D’s Salon, the Men’s Wear-

Park Meadows Metro District plans election May 8 Nomination forms due by March 2 STAFF REPORT

Three seats on the Park Meadows Metro District board are up for election this May. Terms are expiring for President Greg Kelly, Secretary Tom Haning, and Assistant Secretary/Treasurer Martha Sippel. Kelly is term-limited and Haning will not seek re-election.

Sipple has said she will run again.

The election will be May 8 by mail ballot, and an election will take place only if there are more than three candidates for the positions.

Self-nomination forms for those interested in running are due by March 2, and can be found on the board page of the Park Meadows Metro District website at www.parkmeadowsmetrodistrict.org/board.htm.

Elections take place in May of even numbered years, and terms on the board are four years.

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“They are stuck in this transition phase. Nothing they wore before fits, and they want to try something that’s more flattering for their new body shape,” said McDermott. “There are also issues such as hair loss that come with losing weight, so I show them what to use on their hair, and better ways to style it. The results are amazing.”

McDermott also said working with the patients has been life-altering for him, and spoke honestly about his experience.

“I was, 13 years ago, one of those judgmental people out there. But I have grown so much knowing all of you,” he said.

The five makeover recipients lost a combined total of nearly 700 pounds, and each received a new look, including hairstyles, clothes, shoes and suits. Dr. Frank Chae, who runs the weight-loss program and performs the procedures, was on hand to give each recipient a bouquet and kind words.

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SEVERAL PROCEDURES OFFERED According to Dr. Frank Chae, obesity in America is still on the rise at an alarming rate, and he predicts within 10 years, more than twothirds of Americans will be overweight.

Obesity increases the risk of life-threatening conditions, including diabetes, heart attack and stroke.

Sky Ridge offers five different procedures for weight loss, including • Laparoscopic greater curvation plication, which folds the stomach in order to reduce its size, without cutting the stomach or using staples.

• Gastric sleeve, which surgically removes most of the stomach.

• Lap band or gastric restrictive procedure, which places an adjustable band around the stomach, restricting how much food is allowed into the stomach.

• Roux-en-Y/malabsorptive procedure, which creates a small pouch to serve as the stomach so you cannot eat as much.

• vBloc neurometabolic therapy, which includes an implantable device that blocks the signals between your stomach and your brain. lives,” said Chae.

Since the program began in 2014, patients have shed more than 185,000 pounds.

County expands self-serve motor vehicle registration

Lone Tree newest site to install kiosk after rollout in Castle Rock STAFF REPORT

A self-serve kiosk for motor vehicle registrations has been installed at Douglas County’s motor vehicle office in Lone Tree. The expansion of the Colorado MVExpress to Lone Tree follows a successful pilot in Castle Rock.

The bright yellow and blue selfserve kiosk resembles a traditional ATM and is available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday in the lobby of the Douglas County Motor Vehicle Office, 9350 Heritage Hills Circle, Lone Tree. The kiosk accepts checks, credit cards and debit cards (no cash).

The Castle Rock kiosk is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 301 Wilcox St. That kiosk accepts cash, checks, and credit or debit cards.

These stand-alone machines serve the motor vehicle registration needs of Douglas County residents only.

“The citizens of Douglas County have shown us by their use of our pilot kiosk in Castle Rock that this is the right decision, at the right time, for all the right reasons,” said Merlin Klotz, Douglas County clerk

‘... this is the right decision, at the right time, for all the right reasons.’

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To use the kiosk, users type in their license plate number using the touch screen and then pay taxes and fees due. The kiosk will produce a printed receipt, registration and license plate tabs immediately.

“Touch-screens are used on a daily basis in many other transactions during the day, at the grocery store, the bank, the airport and even for movie rentals,” Klotz said. “We will continue to evaluate this self-serve kiosk and look additional expansion opportunities elsewhere in the county in the coming months.”

To learn more about the self-serve kiosk and review commonly asked questions and answers, go to www. douglas.co.us/mv-kiosk/.

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School board to consider ballot questions to boost funding Presidents Day Douglas County offices will be closed Monday, February 19 for Presidents Day. Many county services are available online at www. douglas.co.us

Introducing “Ask Douglas County” Citizens can now connect with Douglas County directly from their Amazon device, allowing users to verbally ask questions about calendar of events and services in a conversational way, instantly! The skill can be added through Amazon Alexa app or by saying “Alexa, enable Douglas County” to their Amazon device.

Meeting on proposed Zoning Regulations for Electronic Message Signs On Feb. 15, at 5:30 p.m., public input is welcome on proposed zoning regulations that would permit Electronic Message Signs in more zone districts within the County. Meeting location: County Commissioners’ Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock. Visit www. douglas.co.us/PRO , project number DR2018-001, or contact Jamie Hartig at 303.660.7460.

Mineral Extraction Plan Update Staff will present proposed updates to the County’s Mineral Extraction Plan on Thurs., Feb. 22, at 6 p.m., 100 Third St. in Castle Rock. To view the draft plan visit www.douglas.co.us and search Mineral Extraction.

Public comment will be accepted through Fri., March 9.

Please contact Joe Fowler at 303-660-7460.

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Decision expected in April or May on whether to bring measures to voters in November

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Built in 1962, Douglas County High School needs more than $17 million worth of capital repairs, according to Principal Tony Kappas.

The original plumping needs maintenance, pipes are rusting — some burst over Christmas break — the carpet is 30 years old, there are heating issues, the frames of windows are wearing. This affects the students, as well as staff, said Kappas.

“The faculty is dissatisfied. If things don’t get better, they will have to start looking somewhere else,” he said. “That breaks my heart because again it affects the students. The quality of education dips when you lose great teachers.”

The high school in Castle Rock isn’t alone — many of the Douglas County School District’s buildings are in need of repairs. But the district lacks funding.

To address the issue, the board of education will explore a possible tax measure aimed at generating more money to address critical needs across the district, including teacher retention, school programming and building repairs. The board is expected to make a final decision in the spring on whether to put a tax measure on the November ballot.

“We are out of options, quite honestly,” said David Ray, school board president. “I think if we don’t pass (a tax measure), we are looking at significant cuts that will truly, unfortunately impact our classrooms.”

Ray pointed out that although Douglas County is one of the wealthiest counties in Colorado, with high home values, property taxes go to the state, which then redistributes the money evenly across all school districts.

“That is why school districts go to these local voters,” Ray said. “A (mill levy override) stays here in the community.”

District needs The last time Douglas County passed a local bond or mill levy override — often referred to as an MLO — was in 2006. Residents voted down a bond and mill levy override in 2008

and 2011.

Other area districts, including Littleton, Jefferson County and Cherry Creek, have seen measures pass in more recent years. The increase in funding helps those districts pay teachers more than Douglas County: Jeffco’s average teacher pay for the 2016-17 school year was $55,435, according to the Colorado Department of Education. Cherry Creek’s was $69,110. Littleton’s was $64,917. Douglas County’s was $52,044.

Ray calls the teacher compensation issue “horrendous.”

“Teachers are able to go across County Line and be paid $10,000 or $15,000 more” a year, he said. “There is a gap in teacher pay. A lot of teachers are hanging in there because they value Douglas County.”

Another issue facing the district is capital needs. According to its master capital plan, the district needs between $205 million and $269 million in repairs.

“Truly all of our schools are in need of repair,” interim Superintendent Erin Kane said. “To what degree varies by school.”

Measures defeated in past The community voted down a $200 million bond in 2011 that would have gone toward building three new schools in Castle Rock and Parker and a $29 million mill levy override that would have provided funding for instructional expenses and pay for performance for teachers.

In 2008, Douglas County rejected a $395 million bond and a $17 million mill levy override to support building new schools, improving student achievement, recruiting and retaining the workforce and improving the district’s technological advances in the face of expanded enrollment.

Jason Virdin of Douglas County Parents — a group formed in 2013 to inform the community on issues facing the school district — thinks a bond and MLO have the potential to pass either this year or next, as long as the community is informed of the district’s current financial situation.

He points to the recession as a reason for the failure of the past two tax measures.

“A tax increase around a recession when families are struggling financially is never very favorable,” Virdin said. “In Douglas County, we have a financial crisis. State funding for education is inadequate and has been SEE FUNDING, P6

HOW SCHOOL TAX MEASURES ON 2016 BALLOT FARED BONDS Adams 12 Five Star: $350 million, passed Cherry Creek: $250 million, passed Denver Public Schools: $572 million, passed Englewood: $97.5 million, passed Jefferson County: $535 million, failed Thompson School District: $288 million, failed

MILL LEVY OVERRIDES Cherry Creek: $23.9 million, passed Denver Public Schools: $56.6 million, passed Englewood: $1.5 million, passed Jefferson County: $33 million, failed Thompson School District: $11 million, failed Source: Colorado School Finance Project

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Capitol report: A look at what’s happening in the state Legislature

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Work season for the Colorado state Legislature began in the shadow of sexual-misconduct claims from last fall and amid continued exasperation over rising housing prices and traffic and transportation concerns.

In the weeks since the Jan. 10 kickoff of the regular session — the 120-day term when bills can be passed — some battles and points of agreement have taken shape.

Here’s a roundup of recent moves the Legislature has made: Harassment policy to be reviewed The Legislature’s leadership chose an independent, third-party contractor on Jan. 24 to conduct a review of its workplace-harassment policy, which includes rules on sexual misconduct.

The top lawmakers, who are called as a group the Executive Committee of the Legislative Council, selected Denver-based Investigations Law Group to perform the review.

“We have contracted for a comprehensive cultural assessment as well as specific recommendations on workplace policy,” K.C. Becker, D-Boulder, House majority leader, said in a news release.

Mandatory training for lawmakers on workplace harassment, an effort adopted by leadership in response to recent complaints, were scheduled for

Jan. 29, Feb. 2 and Feb. 16.

Other changes included hiring a human-resources professional to help handle HR issues, and conducting mandatory annual trainings on harassment prevention for legislators, full-time staff, aides and interns. Such trainings were before only required for legislators every two years and for staff only when they’re hired.

The state Legislature’s executive committee is chaired by House Speaker Crisanta Duran, D-Denver, and includes Senate President Kevin Grantham, R-Cañon City; Becker; Senate Majority Leader Chris Holbert, R-Parker; Senate Minority Leader Lucia Guzman, D-Denver; and House Minority Leader Patrick Neville, RCastle Rock.

A boost from Trump?

State Rep. Faith Winter, D-Westminster, recognized in a news release President Donald Trump’s apparent show of support for paid family leave in his State of the Union address.

Winter “We disagree on so many other things, but I’m glad President Trump came out (in the speech) in support of paid family leave,” Winter said. “I challenge Colorado Republicans to follow the president’s lead and put families first and support House Bill 1.”

The bill to create a family medicalleave insurance program in Colorado

is a high priority — Duran made it the first bill to be introduced this session.

“My bill creates an insurance pool to provide coverage for all Coloradans to care for a dying parent or a newborn, or to get chemotherapy or treatment of other serious medical conditions,” Winter said in the news release.

Each employee in Colorado would pay a premium that must not initially exceed 0.99 percent — less than 1 percent — of their yearly wages to fund the program if the bill passes, according to the Legislature website.

House Bill 18-1001 was scheduled for its first hearing Feb. 6 in the House Business Affairs and Labor Committee, a necessary step before it faces debate on the House floor.

Long road to a fix Senate Republicans are pushing a proposal to spend between $300 million and $350 million to secure bonds totaling $3.5 billion in value that would jump-start many high-priority transportation projects the state has identified, Republicans said in a news release.

As of 2016, Colorado carried a $9 billion need for additional transportation funding through 2025.

Citing a roughly $1 billion budget surplus for 2018-19 — more than $747 million in additional general-fund revenue and more than $256 million in new state income-tax revenue resulting from federal tax reform — Republicans said the roughly $300 million can be spent without raising taxes on

Coloradans.

“There is enough surplus remaining to address other budget priorities as well, like education. There is simply no reason not to take action now,” Grantham said, according to the news release.

But the total bond amount would be paid off over a number of years with 10 percent — or roughly $350 million — of existing sales and use tax revenue per year, which the Democrats said is money that would otherwise go primarily to health care and education spending, a news release said. The bill would push the question of which programs would be affected to future legislative sessions, the Democrats’ release said.

Last year’s HB 17-1242 proposal, which would have asked voters to increase Colorado’s sales and use tax from 2.9 percent to 3.4 percent, according to Capitol-staff analysis, would provide almost double the revenue without forcing cuts, Democrats said in the release. Grantham and Duran backed that bill, but it failed.

As of Jan. 23, SB 18-001 was scheduled to move to the Senate Finance Committee for consideration.

Affordable housing measure stopped State House Republicans and some Democrats killed a bill on Jan. 31 that would have allowed Coloradans to vote on whether to enact a 25 cent tax on plastic bags used at large grocery SEE REPORT, P9

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Karate class helps students with special needs Lone Tree Hub is venue for sessions that can lead to black belt

BY TABATHA STEWART TSTEWART@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Sonia McGarrity, mother of seven, wanted all of her children to experience the fun and discipline of learning karate. McGarrity’s first four children had participated in the sport, and when she adopted three children with special needs she hoped to find a class that could accommodate them so they could learn the same skills as her older children.

Sensei Irene Bowden, with Shotokan Karate Colorado, rose to the occasion, and now teaches two of McGarrity’s children, who have Down syndrome, along with several other people with special needs every Tuesday and Thursday at the Lone Tree Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway. The Star Karate class is open to those 6 years old and older, and offers students the opportunity to advance through levels of skill to earn up to a black belt. McGarrity’s youngest child isn’t old enough for classes yet.

“I wanted my kids with special needs to have the same opportunities as their siblings,” said McGarrity “I feel that the martial arts my kids have learned had helped them with selfdiscipline.”

Michael Ladner, 41, attends the class each week with his daughter Christina, 12. They both have special needs and according to Ladner, karate is a fun way for them to exercise and spend time together.

“It’s basically good exercise for me,” said Ladner. “Some people like to run, but I don’t really like running. We get a good workout and I practice at home too.”

Bowden has been teaching the STAR class at the Hub for just over a year, and has more than 17 years of experience practicing and teaching karate.

She teaches the Shotokan style of karate, and said she’s passionate about teaching. Karate, she said, can help teach discipline and focus and provide a good workout.

“I feel like I’m really making a difference in these students’ lives, and they give me a reason to do it,” said Bowden.

“I’m so lucky to have them. But they have to do the work. I always tell them: ‘Sensei doesn’t give away belts.’ ” Student Jeffrey McGarrity, 11, enjoys attending karate class, and

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for quite a while. School districts have become dependent on bond and MLO. Unfortunately, DCSD hasn’t passed one since 2006.”

What’s next?

The District Accountability, Fiscal

Students of all ages and varying special needs attend the Shotokan Karate class at the Lone Tree Hub. The class is designed specifically for those with special needs.

PHOTOS BY TABATHA STEWART

MORE INFORMATION The STAR Karate class, open to anyone above 6 years of age who has a disability, is sponsored by the South Suburban Parks and Recreation. Classes are held each Tuesday and Thursday at the Lone Tree Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.

Sensei Irene Bowden also teaches self-defense classes for women. For more information, email ICBDenver.Karate@hotmail.com. especially likes to help Bowden whenever possible in the classroom, helping move signs and carrying things when he can. Younger sister Cecilia, 7, is working her way toward a yellow belt, but would occasionally rather give hugs than practice her form.

“I do try to keep a strict policy that there will be no hugs and kisses until after class,” said Bowden. “But sometimes they slip through.”

Christina Ladner, 12, practices her technique at Shotokan Karate at the Lone Tree Hub.

Oversight and Long Range Planning committees are researching options for a bond and mill levy override.

At the Feb. 6 board meeting, a joint subcommittee, made up of people from each committee and community members, will present the findings to the school board, according to Ray. At the Feb. 20 board meeting, the Fiscal Oversight Committee will recommend three or four MLO options, which will include an amount, what the amount would go toward and the

impact on taxpayers.

The Long Range Planning will present on building needs and underutilized schools, which a bond would address.

A polling firm will then get feedback from stakeholders through focus groups, phone calls and surveys. Ray expects the board to make a final decision on whether or not to put a bond and MLO on the 2018 ballot by April or May. Within the next month or two,

Ray foresees a campaign committee formed by a parent volunteer group starting to raise money and educate the community on the issue.

The school district is asking for help, Ray said.

“We aren’t just saying please give us a handout, we are saying we are in dire need,” he said.

“Otherwise, we have no choice than to impact the quality of learning for kids, and that’s absolutely not what we want to do.”

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People with disabilities have options for fitness Facilities aim to improve health of those who face exclusion

BY TABATHA STEWART TSTEWART@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The energy at Pure Barre fitness was running high. Thumping music, grunts of exertion and the smell of sweat filled the air as fitness specialist Briget Russomanno led the workout class.

“You can do it,” she said to the class. “Just one more set, let’s keep going!”

Groans of protest were mixed with smiles of joy, as she eventually wrapped up the class with a cool-down session.

“Wow. This is my new place. I’m coming here again,” said Casey Gunning, 34, who has Down syndrome and attended the exercise class at 5375 Landmark Place in Greenwood Village for the first time.

Every client in the class had a disability of some sort, some mental and some physical.

Pure Barre is one of the few places in the Denver metro area that offers workout classes for people with disabilities. Owners Briget and Scott Russomanno launched Barre Stars in early 2018 to help combat adult obesity.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 36 percent of adults with disabilities are obese, versus 23 percent of adults without disabilities. Obesity can lead to various other health issues, including diabetes and heart disease.

The National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability says that the 50 million-plus Americans with disabilities, who are at greater risk for developing health problems associated with a sedentary lifestyle, are getting even less physical activity because of the numerous barriers they face in becoming physically active.

“For many, they don’t know how or where to exercise,” said Kelly Bonner, an inclusion specialist with NCHPD. “Marketing material is not focused on this minority group, and to be honest, many fitness centers aren’t equipped to work with these individuals so they don’t know where to go that can create a plan that is appropriate for them.”

The CDC also recommends that people with disabilities get regular physical activity. But historically, there have been few facilities to meet their needs, as well as various other factors that prevent healthy activity.

“So few programs exist that offer safe and effective fitness programming in a way that educates and adapts to the specific needs of these individuals,” said Scott Russomanno.

“Parents and caretakers are left to face this challenge alone without a community equipped to serve the health and fitness needs of their children.”

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Casey Gunning, 34, feels the burn as she works out at Pure Barre Greenwood Village.

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‘People with a disability certainly can exercise safely’ Kelly Bonner, inclusion specialist with the National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability, who has spent 17 years working with people with disabilities, weighed in on challenges facing people with disabilities and physical exercise, via an email interview with Colorado Community Media.

The center was founded in 1999, as a resource center on health promotion for people with disabilities. The organization seeks to “help people with disability and other chronic health condi-

tions achieve health benefits through increased participation in all types of physical and social activities…” The NCHPAD has numerous free resources and free online workout programs at www. nchpad.org/14weeks.

Do disabilities cause obesity?

Certainly disability and health can coexist. There are plenty of people with a disability who are in great shape. But a disability can predispose someone to secondary health conditions such as obesity for a number of reasons.

Can people with disabilities exercise safely?

In general, it is always wise to get medical clearance before beginning an exercise program, especially if you have any concerns.

That being said, YES. People with a disability certainly can exercise safely and they will probably find that exercise helps them in many facts of their life, from performing their activities of daily living, to transferring, to better sleep.

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OBESITY AND DISABILITIES • Obesity rates for adults with disabilities are approximately 57 percent higher than among adults without disabilities, which means about 36 percent of adults with disabilities are obese, compared with 23 percent of adults without disabilities.

• In children with disabilities, obesity

rates are approximately 38 percent higher than for children without disabilities, or 22 percent of children with disabilities are obese, compared to 16 percent of children without disabilities.

Source: Centers for Disease Control National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities

WHERE TO GO Here are some of the facilities in the Denver area that provide physical fitness classes and activities for people with disabilities.

• Metropolitan State University of Denver offers a variety of adaptive fitness programs that provide a safe, fun workout for people with disabilities. Classes are held at the Auraria Campus, 1198 11th St., Denver; more information: msudenver. edu/campusrec/adaptivefitness/ • Denver Parks and Recreation has several programs and classes for people of

all ages with disabilities of all ages.

Programs are held throughout the Denver area; more information: www. denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/ denver-parks-and-recreation/activitiesprograms/adaptive-recreation.html • The Thrive Center is a community resource center that provides parents with information on adaptive fitness programs at several locations along the Front Range for parents of children with disabilities; more information: www.thrivectr.org/disability-recreation-

resources/ • RISE Movement Solutions, 750 West Hampden, Suite 200, Englewood, offers medical fitness classes to help people with disabilities, injuries or recently diagnosed conditions; more information: www.facebook.com/TheMSGym/ • Pure Barre Fitness, 5375 Landmark Place, Suite 109, Greenwood Village, hosts workout classes for adults with disabilities through the Barre Stars program; more information: http://purebarre.com/ co-denver-greenwoodvillage/

Luke Stehno, 17, enjoys a good workout with a buddy as part of the non-profit All-Stars Club at Pure Barre Greenwood Village.

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HOW EXERCISE HELPS Benefits of physical activity for people with disabilities include: • Improved cardiovascular fitness • Improved muscle fitness

• Improved mental health • A better ability to do tasks of daily life Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Gathering for Gumm

Lennon Briggs, 10, holds a sign thanking law enforcement during a processional honoring Deputy Heath Gumm in Lafayette.

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Thousands of mourners line streets, pack Lafayette church to honor fallen deputy

BY SCOTT TAYLOR STAYLOR@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Adams County deputies were joined by law enforcement officers from across the state and thousands of wellwishers Feb. 2 to say goodbye to Sheriff ’s Deputy Heath Gumm, a man described as a witty prankster with a promising career in law enforcement.

“One of the things that we are responsible for as police officers is to be able to combine the care and compassion of the guardian mindset with the warrior mindset,” Adams County Sheriff Michael McIntosh said to a huge crowd gathered for Gumm’s memorial service in Lafayette’s Flatirons Community Church.

“I can’t think of somebody that taught us to do that better than Heath.”

McIntosh was one of six current and former Adams County Sheriffs Office staff members to eulogize Gumm, 31, who was shot and killed by a suspect Jan. 24 in a backyard near the 8700 block of Edison Street in unincorporated Adams County.

They recalled his playful nature, his guidance for new deputies, his seriousness for the job and his love for his wife, Natasha.

Law enforcement, fire and emergency response personnel from around Colorado attended the service in the 4,600-seat church. The entire first floor of the venue was nearly filled and the balcony nearly halffilled.

Gumm’s father, former West Metro Firefighter Jim Gumm, said he was proud to have such an honest, forthright son. Thousands of emergency vehicles from across Colorado came, filling the event parking lot. They were joined by five charter buses full of Adams County employees who attended the service “We always tried to instill in you the values of honesty, integrity, strength and compassion,” the elder Gumm

Castle Pines resident Don Martin stands alongside the Patriot Guard Riders to honor Deputy Heath Gumm Feb. 2.

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A hearse carrying the body of slain Adams County Sheriff’s Deputy Heath Gumm, heads north on I-25 at 160th Avenue, before joining the formal funeral procession at Colorado Highway 7 on Feb. 2.

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said. “But somewhere along the way, the student became the teacher. You soared high above us in all those aspects in life and you’ve always made us so proud.”

He also read letters from Gumm’s wife and the fallen deputy’s mother, Becky. Gumm earned a black belt in taekwondo growing up, loved cherry sour ball candy, popcorn, the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” and other cartoon heroes, as well as real-life ones.

“Heath knew he could usually get himself out of trouble

by being cute and funny,” his father said. “He loved animals, loved hiding things in his grandmother’s hair without her knowing, teasing his sister at every turn and practicing ‘takedowns’ on his mom.”

Gumm joined the Adams County Sheriffs Office in 2012, transferring in from the Cripple Creek Police Department. He started in the Adams County Detention Facility but transferred into the patrol division in 2013. Friend and fellow patrol Deputy Lonn Trail said he wasn’t finished.

“He was looking forward later this year to promoting to senior deputy and when he made senior deputy, he had a plan,” Trail said. “He wanted to test for detective, and he told me he wanted to be part of the bomb squad because a lot of his friends, standing behind me today, had already transferred in.”

Trail said he’d known Gumm for five years and counted him as one of his best friends. Trail, a member of the Adams County K9 unit, said he once confided in Gumm, telling him the command he used to make his dog Lex bark — loudly.

From then on, Gumm never missed an opportunity to command the dog to bark right in Trail’s ear, usually while they were in parked in their patrol cars waiting for a call for service.

“He never failed. When we were done with our conversation and I had my window down, Heath would get Lex’s attention, work in the bark command and make him go crazy,” Trail said. “Then, he’d laugh and roll up his window so he didn’t have to hear it.”

Another friend, Deputy Cole

Cockrum, said he looked to Gumm for guidance.

“He had an amazing sense of humor, was easygoing and always willing to help,” Cockrum said.

He recalled that once, soon after Cockrum had joined the Adams County office, he and Gumm found themselves chasing someone in the dark. Cockrum lost sight of both Gumm and the man he was chasing but did find Gumm’s flashlight and it was pointing directly to where Gumm had gone.

Cockrum said he was amazed and impressed that Gumm had left the flashlight as a clue to where he had gone.

“I said to myself, this cop is so squared away he is leaving me breadcrumbs,” Cockrum said.

He didn’t tell Gumm how impressed he was until days later.

“He told me wasn’t leaving breadcrumbs,” Cockrum said.

“He said he was running so hard he tripped over himself, fell to the ground and his entire duty belt exploded. He said that what I didn’t see was the radio and pistol magazines that were about five feet away from where the flashlight was.”

Deputy Casey Overton, Gumm’s sergeant, said he looked at Gumm as a leader among patrol deputies.

“I was able to put anyone with him in any district because he was able to work with anyone,” Overton said.

“Gumm would take people under his wing to show them the way things should be done.”

McIntosh said he spent plenty of time working with his office’s detective in the days after Gumm’s shooting and he was told that Gumm had set his sights on being a detective.

“We just knew what kind of detective Heath would have been,” McIntosh said.

So McIntosh said he would give Gumm a posthumous promotion to detective.

“When I have the honor of giving you Heath’s badge, I will also give you an honorary detective badge,” McIntosh said to Gumm’s family. “He will forever be in our hearts and on our minds. He will forever be with his shift and now, also, he will be forever with you detectives that worked so hard to make sure this case goes where it needs to go.”

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and other commercial stores to raise money to subsidize affordable housing in the state.

Each transaction in which a plastic bag is used would have been charged 25 cents under the policy, regardless of how many — it wouldn’t have been a per-bag tax.

Customers using federal food assistance — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), once known as food stamps — would have been exempt.

The House’s Local Government Committee shot down HB 18-1054, which, with voter approval, would have added 18 new government employees and required more than $1.26 million dollars of revenue in the first year to start the program, according to a news release from the House Republicans.

It would have raised $22 million in the 2018-2019 fiscal year, and $40 million the following fiscal year, to put more money into the state’s Housing Development Grant Fund, which provides grants to “acquire, rehabilitate and construct affordable-housing projects,” according to analysis by Capitol staff.

Protecting personal information State Reps. Cole Wist, R-Centennial, and Jeff Bridges, D-Greenwood Village, are two of the leaders who introduced on Jan. 19 a bill to increase security standards for public and private entities in Colorado that keep documents — paper or electronic — Bridges containing personal identifying information.

HB 18-1128 would require those entities to maintain a written policy for the documents’ destruction and disposal — making them unreadable and indecipherable — when they are no longer needed.

Personal identifying in- Wist formation would mean, under the bill, a Social Security number; a password or passcode; an official state or government-issued driver’s license or identification card number; a government passport number; biometric data; an employer, student or military ID number; or a financial transaction device.

Those who maintain, own or license that data would have to maintain “reasonable security procedures” for the information and must conduct an investigation if a data breach occurs, and persons or entities must notify the affected Colorado residents if the investigation determines that misuse of information has occurred or is likely to occur, under the potential policy.

The bill sets a general deadline of 45 days after a breach to send notice.

“I’m “proud to partner with @jeffbridges on this important legislation to protect Colorado consumers and their personal identifying information,” Wist said in a Tweet.

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Water providers taking lack of precipitation in stride

A frozen Clear Creek flooded over in 2013, leaving icy debris over the creek bed, and nearby trails.

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Planning has metro-area supplies in solid shape

BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Five years ago, the Denver area got one of its largest February winter storms on record, when 15.9 inches of snow fell between Feb. 2 and 4.

Fast-forward to Feb. 26, 2015, and Denver set an all-time snowfall record of 22.2 inches, breaking the mark set in 1912.

But in 2018, extended forecasts predict mostly dry conditions with only light, brief snowstorms for the next two weeks.

The lack of snowfall has been especially disappointing for the skiers, snowboarders and snowshoers in the state, but it also leaves a lot of people concerned about the water supply.

But it’s not as bad as one would think — water providers plan for years in advance for Colorado’s dry times.

“Colorado is very dependent on Mother Nature for its water supply,” said Lisa Darling, executive director of the South Metro Water Supply Authority.

“You always want to make sure you’re planning for no matter what Mother Nature hands you.”

The South Metro Water Supply Authority is an umbrella organization with 13 water provider members that represent about half of Douglas County and about 10 percent of Arapahoe County.

Currently, Denver Water’s reservoir system, which serves about 1.4 million people in the City of Denver and the surrounding suburbs, is 90 percent full, said Dave Bennett, the director of water resource strategy for Denver Water.

Because of this, which can in part be attributed to the water conservation efforts of area residents, it’s unlikely there will be major water restrictions come this summer, said Peter Goble, a research associate at the Colorado Climate Center, a recognized state climate office located in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University. The center provides services and expertise related to Colorado’s climate.

However, there is only a 30 percent chance of ending this snow season with above-average or average snowpack, Goble said. And it’s when the mark is missed for years on end that the shortfall becomes a problem, he added.

There should be some level of concern, Goble said, “but it could be much worse.”

One thing that people must keep in mind is that Colorado is a semiarid region, meaning it is not a wet area, but also not a desert, Bennett said.

On average, the Denver area receives about 16 inches of precipitation a year.

“This has been an unusual year because the amount of snow falling

in different parts of the state has been inconsistent,” Bennett said. But “we’re watching it very closely and can respond as needed to any water shortages we’d be facing.”

Precipitation in Colorado is valuable and variable, Darling said. This means there will be an element of uncertainty when predicting accumulation of precipitation, she added. But consumers should have confidence in their water provider, Darling said.

“Water providers think about water year-round and for years in advance,” she said. They plan carefully “for that uncertain future.”

Overall, according to the National Integrated Drought Information System, as of Jan. 30, about 99 percent of Colorado residents live in areas experiencing abnormally dry conditions.

The remaining 1 percent — in a small section of Larimer County — live in the only area not in some degree of a drought. The driest areas are to the west and south of the Front Range.

The South Platte Basin, which serves the Front Range from Douglas County northward, is at 85 percent of its average precipitation as of Jan. 19, Goble said.

Although there may not be any water restrictions on consumer usage, there could be other environmental and recreational impacts attributed to the lack of snowfall, Goble said. These could include affecting river activities, such as kayaking or fly fishing because the rivers could be low, and a higher risk for fires.

“Some years are going to be dry, and some years are going to be wet,” said Bart Miller, the director of the Healthy Rivers Program for Western Resource Advocates.

“Having drier years like this one raises awareness and helps people take an incentive to water conservation.” it can also influence the Legislature to try new things, Miller added.

For example, he said, look at House Bill 16-1005, also known as the rain barrel bill. It was signed by Gov. John Hickenlooper in May 2016 and allows Colorado homeowners to collect a total capacity of 110 gallons of rainwater to use for outdoor purposes, such as gardening.

“This new law will … connect people with their water usage more closely and encourage water conservation,” said Rep. Jessie Danielson, D-Golden, in a previous interview at the time of the bill singing. Danielson was one of the bill’s legislative sponsors.

“In our state, when it comes to water, even small efforts like this will add up to help us protect our most precious resource,” Danielson said.

Overall, people in Colorado have done a good job with being mindful of how much water they use, both indoors and outdoors, Darling said.

And no matter if in a drought or not, it’s important use water wisely all the time, she added.

“What you do today,” Darling said, “influences the amount of water that will be available in the future.”

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February 8, 2018

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Russomanno said attitude plays a big part in a successful fitness plan, and that people with special needs are often told they can’t do certain things.

“They’re either told they can’t, or assume they can’t be active,” he said. “The truth is, everyone can do a little something that’s good for them, and we are here to help them achieve what they can.”

Trevor Wicken and his wife Misty, owners of RISE Movement Solutions in Englewood, have spent more than 10 years helping people stay physically active after becoming disabled or being diagnosed with a life-long condition, such as multiple sclerosis.

According to Wicken, many people who are diagnosed with a disorder or receive an injury are prescribed a period of physical therapy that is helpful, but doesn’t foster an attitude of staying healthy after

receiving a diagnosis. A regular fitness plan that fits into the new “normal” of their lives is seldom addressed by physicians.

“A lot of times when they come to us, they’ve been told that nothing else can be done,” said Trevor Wicken, who began the medical fitness training practice in 2004, and started the MS gym, an online Facebook page that has gained 11,000 followers in less than a year.

Wicken said his goal is to bridge the gap between medical and fitness needs, and figure out the next steps after physical therapy.

He works with clients with multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, strokes, osteoarthritis and brain injuries, and said attitude and accessibility are two barriers to fitness for those who have a disability or an injury.

“General fitness plans don’t work for people with disabilities.

They try to work out and get hurt, or never feel better or get better,” said Wicken. “Or they’re told they’re broken and just fall into

a pattern of unhealthy habits.

We’re intensely passionate about helping them feel better, because they are more than their disease.”

Training sessions, such as those Wicken offers, are not always covered by insurance and are seldom promoted by health-care professionals. While Wicken does not accept insurance, clients can submit claims to their insurance providers for possible reimbursement.

For those who attended the class at Pure Barre, getting physical was not only good for them, but they had a good time doing it.

Dana Stehno, of Englewood, brought her 17-year-old son Luke to the workout class, and said it was a great experience and she hopes he will continue to attend.

“He never really wants to do anything like this. He’s apprehensive and not sure he can do what everybody else does,” Stehno said. “This is a non-intimidating environment and we’ll be back.

He’s definitely going to walk out of here with a smile on his face.”

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Is exercise/activity usually factored into care plans?

Care plans for people with a disability vary greatly across the U.S., as well as with different disability types. Many people with a disability do not have a specific care plan and are not told how they can be active after acquiring their disability. Often I think doctors are so rushed in their patient interactions that they are focused on treatment or current issues ... (and) rarely have time to address preventive measures like physical activity.

What are the biggest barriers to exercise in people with disabilities?

There are a number of barriers to physical activity

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District Accountability Committee hosts 2018 Winter Forum Event trains parents to be more involved in children’s education

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The District Accountability Committee, an advisory group formed of parents, teachers, Douglas County School District staff and community members, invites the public to its 2018 Winter Forum. The free event will be from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Feb. 13 at Mesa Middle School, 365 N. Mitchell St. in Castle Rock.

The committee, also known as the

DAC, makes recommendations to the school board regarding spending, charter school applications, improvement plans, parent engagement plans, areas of study and assessment tools.

The upcoming forum will feature keynote speaker Mike Donahue, executive director of Value Up, a national program that hosts assemblies to reinforce a “positive school climate.”

There will be breakout sessions on topics including communication, community outreach, parent engagement plans, a bond and mill levy, the district’s budget and its master capital plan.

For more information, visit www. dcsdk12.org/district-accountabilitycommittee

Pilates studio to open in Lone Tree Club offers reformer fusion workout, experienced instructors STAFF REPORT

A new Club Pilates studio in Lone Tree will have its grand opening celebration Feb. 17. Pilates full-body workouts are reported to improve posture, balance, flexibility and strength.

To celebrates its grand opening, Club Pilates Lone Tree will offer 20 percent off customers’ first three months of membership fees, and members will be entered in a raffle for a free one-year membership.

The new studio is at 10005 Commons St., Suite 230. Members can chose from four class levels and eight group class formats that use

a variety of equipment, including reformers, EXO chairs, TRX, trigger point, springboard and barre.

The Lone Tree studio is owned by 15-year Pilates veteran Cathy Bosson, who lives in Castle Rock.

Bosson, 67, said she initially found Pilates after tearing both ACL’s in her knees. She said Pilates helped strengthen and stabilize her legs.

“I became passionate about Pilates after hurting my knees skiing,” Bosson said in a news release. “It wasn’t until I found Pilates that I regained strength and balance back and I’m excited to bring this option for Lone Tree residents who are looking for an affordable, contemporary Pilates studio.”

For information about how to become a Club Pilates member in Lone Tree, go to www.clubpilates.com/ LoneTree, or call 720-458-8108.

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The Lone Tree Elementary third and fourth grade Battle of the Books team competed at the Lone Tree Library, and not only answered every question correctly, but got extra points for “stealing” the questions the opposing team missed. L to R: Miles Insinger, Zachary Lazarus, Isabelle Moss, Jordan Iseri, Jadon Crawford and Luke Jewell.

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Lone Tree students excel at Battle of the Books Team received perfect score, plus points for steals

BY TABATHA STEWART TSTEWART@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Students on the Lone Tree Elementary Battle of the Books team had been reading and studying for months leading up to the recent round of competition, held at the Lone Tree library Feb.1. Their efforts paid off when they not only answered every question correctly in the bowl-style competition, but also scored extra points for “stealing” three questions from the other team, when they answered them incorrectly.

“They worked really hard, and they answered every question correctly, plus points for steals,” said Tina Jewell, who works in the library at the school, and whose son Luke competed on the team.

The team of five students said they came prepared, with both team and individual strategies. Team members Luke Jewell, Jadon Crawford, Isabelle Moss and Jordan Iseri said they read all of the 10 books on the reading list, and paid close attention to as many details as they could.

Student Zachary Lazarus took a different approach to studying for the challenge, which poses trivia questions to the teams about the 10 books on the reading list. Questions can be as trivial as what color a character’s room is.

“I read two books eight times,”

said Zachary. “I read `I Survived The Great Chicago Fire, 1871’ and `Brixton Brothers The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity.’ ” Miles Isinger said he focused on several books, paying extra attention, but also relied on his teammates for support.

“I really paid attention to some of the books,” Miles said about his strategy. “And having my teammates help me too.”

The Battle of the books is sponsored

by Douglas County Libraries, and includes 46 schools within the district.

Third- and fourth-graders are assigned a list of 10 books, and fifth- and sixth-graders are assigned a separate list. Schools begin assembling teams in the fall, and began battling it out with other schools last month, narrowing the number of teams down to compete in the district-wide battle March 14 at the PACE center.

Kerri Morgan, department head, special events for Douglas County Libraries, said the event offers students who are not athletic or physically competitive a chance to be part of a team and excel.

“We try really hard to make sure the book list is representative of different reading levels. You don’t necessarily have to be a super reader to participate,” said Morgan. “The titles are available in various formats, so you can listen to books on CD if you’re not a strong reader.”

Lone Tree’s victory bolstered the team’s confidence, but they still have to advance to the district-wide battle in March.

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February 8, 2018

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Pre-K and kindergarten students from Primrose School at Highlands Ranch Business give handmade cards to a Douglas County deputy.

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BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Pre-K and kindergarten students of Primrose School at Highlands Ranch Business Park, 9055 S. Ridgeline Blvd., spent two weeks crafting cards and collecting treats to deliver to the Douglas County Sheriff ’s Office in light of the recent officer-involved shooting.

Deputy Zackari Parrish, 29, was responding to a domestic dispute at a residence in the Copper Canyon

Apartments, 3380 E. County Line Road, in Highlands Ranch, the morning of Dec. 31 when he was shot and killed. There has since been an outpouring of community support for the family and the sheriff ’s office.

To show their compassion for law enforcement, the Primrose students wrote individual thank-you cards and created a giant card for deputies.

On Jan. 30, they hopped on a bus and delivered their gifts to the sheriff ’s office.

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Let’s roll back the years for look at gender-bias history

his one is for Emily Davison.

Davison died June 8, 1913, four days after she was QUIET run over by a horse.

DESPERATION If you have heard of her, raise your hand. I don’t see many hands.

Back to her in a minute.

It’s been less than 100 years since a Constitutional amendment gave women the right to Craig Marshall vote. IncomprehenSmith sibly, there were 18 amendments ahead of it, including everyone’s favorite, the Second.

The 19th was passed June 4, 1919, and ratified Aug. 18, 1920.

The Declaration of Independence was ratified 144 years earlier. In the second paragraph, it says, “All men are created equal.” Lovely thought, but not quite.

It wasn’t until 1870, when the 15th Amendment came along, that all men were given the right to vote.

Emily Davison was run over by a horse named Anmer.

Remember the Virginia Slims cigarette ad that boasted, “You’ve come a long way, baby”? That campaign started in 1968.

The implication was women had come a long way.

Women — and men — still have a long way to go.

There will be books and movies and documentaries and courses that focus on what has happened over the past year about women’s rights, past treatment, and subjugation, and in the process, many careers will be affected, and effectively and permanently tarnished or ended.

What is Kevin Spacey going to do now? Or Matt Lauer? Will we let either one of them back indoors?

Davison sustained her injuries after walking — intentionally — onto a race track.

Why have men acted so loutishly for centuries? The answer to that will be on the syllabus in some of the courses I referred to.

I think the professor will have to go back to cavemen and cavewomen.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Incentive, not new law, needed Remember recycling? Would Safeway and Kings Soopers be willing to pay a small amount of money as a reward for a returned shopping cart? Not so much as to cause a problem. Incentives work better than more laws. Let capitalism do its work.

A quote from Tim Jones in your recent article titled “Economic forecast...”: “If you want more of something, tax it less.”

Fines are just another name for taxes.

Mary Ann McCoy Lone Tree As the president of the Cutthroat Chapter of Trout Unlimited in Littleton, I strongly support the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Future Generations Act (SB18-143), a bill that will provide critical resources

for public lands and wildlife in Colorado.

In the recent State of the Rockies Poll, 96 percent of Colorado respondents indicated that a strong economy is driven by outdoor recreation, and 87 percent said it was a significant advantage over other states when it comes to attracting a qualified workforce and business investment. In 2017, outdoor recreation contributed over $34 billion to the Colorado economy. We must make sure that Colorado continues to invest in this major economic driver.

Unfortunately, CPW has been prevented from raising fees since 2006, resulting in major cuts to staff and over $40 million from their wildlife budget. These financial decisions create significant impacts on hunters, anglers and all outdoor recreationists in Colorado.

Since the CPW is funded primarily through user fees, they do not pose a tax burden on our communities.

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This common-sense initiative is an investment in the future of our public lands and our state’s economy. Contact your state legislators indicating your support for this important legislation.

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I have never been compromised because of my gender. That’s not entirely true, but the stories aren’t worth telling. A student flirting for a better grade isn’t the same as being cornered by a director.

Yes, I may have missed out on some teaching opportunities when schools were opening their eyes about gender and race imbalances in most departments. It didn’t slow me down very much.

I am not Dr. Feelgood. I don’t know what the answer is, or what the answers are.

Many men will go on doing what they do no matter how many marches, parades, articles, lectures, workshops

Looking for and finding simplicity is the fastest pathway to success

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don’t know about you, but there have been so many times, too many times, where I have done things the hard way.

Looking back, I can clearly see the path that would have been much simpler, so much easier, and so much more effective.

Not only that, I could have accomplished everything better and even faster had I just accepted the guidance and assistance of others.

You already know the WINNING phrase don’t you? “Keep it Simple Stupid.” I like what WORDS one of our community readers, Robin, shared in an email regarding her one word for the year. Her word was K.I.S.S. She cleaned up the acronym by changing the phrase to, “Keep it Simply Simple.” An awesome and elegant change that is so easy but so hard to grasp.

Michael Norton “There must be a harder way to do this.” Have you ever, I mean ever, found yourself saying that?

Me neither. It just doesn’t happen. And yet we all seem to try and make it harder on ourselves than it really has to be.

Wouldn’t it be great if we could find a way to keep things simple and still be successful?

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Civil dialogue is needed on Colorado’s energy future

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hey say you shouldn’t talk politics, religion or money in polite company. We disagree.

We believe that controversial issues deserve collaborative and innovative problem solving working to keep Colorado GUEST as one of the best places COLUMN to live. The Bighorn Energy Leadership Fellows spent eight days together this fall doing exactly that over three meals a day, presentations from 31 local and international experts, and one improv comedy show. We stayed polite and disagreed without being disagreeable.

We are Coloradans from across the political spectrum, hailing from around the state, ranging from college student to near retirement, and working in a variety of sectors. We are members of the 2017 cohort of Bighorn Leadership Program: Colorado’s

Energy Future. The Bighorn Leadership Program was founded in 2001 to ensure that Colorado has a deep bench of thoughtful individuals who will actively and constructively engage in the public policy arena both on the local and state levels.

Over the years, Bighorn Fellows delved into vexing policy topics, including health care, economic development and — this year — energy.

Specifically, exploring one of the most controversial issues facing Colorado today: How is Colorado going to continue its economic growth, satisfy a growing population, and yet provide energy in a safe, efficient, affordable and most environmentally and socially sustainable way possible?

Colorado leads the country in energy by numerous measures. Since the first oil well west of the Mississippi River drilled into Florence soil in 1860, our state has become one of the

top energy producers in the country while valuing our quality of life and environment. This didn’t happen by accident; it was the result of good policy enacted by the legislature, the voters, and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).

In 2004, Colorado voters passed the Renewable Energy Requirement Initiative, the first voter-led statewide initiative of its kind. As of 2016, Colorado was ranked 10th in installed solar generation and was the seventh largest wind producing state. We’ve since increased the standard three times, and the current target is 30 percent renewable by 2020 for investorowned utilities and 20 percent for cooperative utilities.

The renewable sector is not the only energy sector where Colorado is providing leadership. As the state’s population grows, natural gas drilling and exploration are bumping up against

urban and suburban residential areas.

Of course, Coloradans are concerned about this, and there has been significant progress in this area. In 2014, Colorado adopted rules for capturing methane and decreasing harmful carbon-based pollutants, rules that are now a national model not only in technical specifications but also in collaboration among environmental groups, the oil and gas industry, and regulators. Colorado’s work inspired other states to adopt similar methane standards.

We offer to be a resource for the continued leadership in Colorado’s energy future, for policymakers, companies leading the way, and our fellows Coloradans. Collectively, our group knows the science of solar panels, wind turbines and hydraulic fracturing equally as well as we know SEE ENERGY, P35

OBITUARIES MITCHELL

Gloria Kay Mitchell Gloria Kay Mitchell, 62, of Highlands Ranch, CO passed away January 23, 2018. Gloria went to the Lord peacefully at home surrounded by friends and family.

Gloria was born in Crookston, MN on September 12, 1955, daughter of Paul and Lorraine (Madson) Gredvig. She was baptized and confirmed at Concordia Lutheran Church, graduated from Fertile-Beltrami School in 1973. She went on to attend Concordia College where she graduated in 1977 with a degree in Business Administration and with an Art minor.

Gloria married the love of her life, Ronald Mitchell on June 30, 1976. The two met in college and were happily married for 41 years.

Gloria was God-loving, selfless, kind and a free spirit who brought light to all she shared her life with. Giving back to the community was something Gloria enjoyed whether it was being a Sunday school teacher for Bethel Lutheran Church, Cub Scout den mother, leader of the God’s Grace Community Church Spider Plant Ministry or proud member of their Hospitality Team. She had a love for gardening, cooking, art and her animals.

Gloria is survived by her husband Ronald “Mitch” Mitchell; son Keith (Leah) Mitchell, grandchildren Rogan and Ezra, son Nick (Kimberly) Mitchell, grandson expected in April; parents Paul and Lorraine Gredvig; siblings; Carol Osmondson, Nancy (Danny) Grunhovd, Ronald (Vian) Gredvig; and several aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews.

Services were held at God’s Grace Community Church in Highlands Ranch, CO on January 28, 2018 at 10:30am.

A burial service will be held on a later date at Concordia Lutheran Church Cemetery in Fertile, MN. Memorials preferred to: Polk County Fair “Friends of the Fair” C/O Diane Fuchs 10423 438th St. SW Fertile, MN 56540 Open Door – Youth Gang Alternatives http://opendooryouth.org/ God’s Grace Community Church GodsGraceCC.com

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NORTON FROM PAGE 14

So how can we accelerate our success? We can accelerate our success when we can avoid the maze of complexity and instead jump on the road of simplicity. Easier said than done? Maybe, and then again maybe not. It really is our choice when we stop and think about it. We can choose to do things the way we have always done them because we don’t want to ask for help, or we are too proud to seek an easier or more simple and elegant solution. We can choose an attitude of openness to better ideas that can help us get done what we need to get done.

It really is like that old joke,

“Why did the chicken cross the road?” How many people have given up hours trying to come up with a more challenging or difficult reason? It just can’t be that simple, “To get to the other side.” Why do people climb mountains?

Because they are there. What roads do we need to cross right now in our own lives?

What mountains do we need to climb? We may be procrastinating or planning or looking for the most difficult path when the answer is right in front of us, simplicity.

When we meet with defeat, many times it is because we went down the path of overcomplication instead of avoiding the maze of complexity and jumping on the road of simplicity. We meet with defeat when we suffer from paralysis by analysis, over-

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thinking everything and never taking action on anything.

Another friend and community reader, Tom, shared his one word for the year and it was “action.” I love that word because sometimes the most simple and elegant way to accomplish anything is to simply take action.

So how about you? Are you stuck in a maze of complexity? Or have you already jumped on the road to simplicity? I really would love to hear your stories at gotonorton@ gmail.com. And when we can subscribe to K.I.S.S. and then take action, it really will be a better than good week.

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and angry rebukes ensue.

You cannot entirely get rid of ignorance.

Davison was a suffragette, but not here in America.

She fought for voting rights for women in the United Kingdom.

She tried a lot of things before walking onto the race track.

She went on hunger strikes, she was arrested nine times, she was forcefed on forty-nine occasions.

But it’s unlikely I would have heard of her if she hadn’t stepped it up quite

a bit, and left her position along the rail and walked onto the track during the 1913 Epsom Derby.

She was struck by King Edward V’s horse.

The declaration of full suffrage for women in England came in 1928.

My androgyny makes me wonder, over and over, about men, young men, and even boys, who perceive themselves, here and around the world, to be in control of the remote.

By the way, exactly why Davison walked on the track has never been determined.

Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident.

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Event spotlights growing dining scene More than 200 eateries participate in Denver Restaurant Week

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The Denver metro area has been growing at an unparalleled rate over the last few years, and all those new people have a few things in common — one of those things is, they’ve all got to eat.

There’s an ever-expanding list of new, exciting restaurants to check out in the metro area (about 240 opened in 2017), and that’s in addition to an already deep bench of top-notch restaurants that longtime residents know about. Zagat recently awarded Denver the number 4 spot on its “Most Exciting Food Cities” As a way to both connect people with restaurants they’ve never tried before and spread the word about the depth and variety of the dining scene, Visit Denver created Denver Restaurant Week 14 years ago. And it’s become one of the most anticipated weeks of the year.

“Both diners and restaurants really gear up for this week,”

Denver’s Linger Restaurant is one of the more than 200 restaurants participating in the annual Denver Restaurant Week.

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THE LINEUP • There are about 31 restaurants in the south metro area participating in Denver Restaurant Week. Find them here: www.denver.org/denver-restaurant-week/dining-scene/neighborhoods/south-metro/ said Justin Bresler, vice president of Visit Denver’s marketing department. “I love seeing how excited people are about trying restaurants they love, and places they’ve never visited before.”

This year’s Denver Restaurant Week is from Feb. 23 through March 4, and features more than 220 restaurants offering multicourse meals at one of three different price points — $25, $35 or $45.

“It’s up to each restaurant to decide what price point they want to offer,” Bresler explained.

“We encourage people to try different price points, because it’s SEE DINING, P25

s a person who started writing for pleasure back in elementary school, I can confirm that while the actual act of writing is a solitary one, the only way to improve your writing is to share it.

Which is why it’s always a thrill that every year, the Lighthouse Writers Workshop hosts Lit Fest — a chance COMING aspiring authors ATTRACTIONS for and literary lovers to learn from some of the best contemporary authors.

This year’s event runs June 1 through 15, and includes workshops, parties, seminars, salons, agent consultations, and more in a variety Clarke Reader of genres, including fiction, nonfiction, memoir, poetry and screenwriting.

There will also be courses for young writers, from third grade to senior year in high school.

Some of the notable authors hosting workshops include Leslie Jamison, author of “The Empathy Exams,” Jenny Offill, author of “Dept. of Speculation,” and Alexandre O. Philippe, screenwriter and director of “78/52: Hitchcock’s Shower Scene” and “Doc of the Dead.”

People interested in participating can select classes and events à la carte, or a festival pass for the full experience.

Tickets go on sale the first week of April.

For those looking to do in-depth work on their own writing, there is a chance to participate in Lit Fest Master Workshops from the visiting authors.

Master Workshops are limited to 10 participants.

Each weeklong workshop meets five times, from 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., Monday through Friday, and includes a one-onone meeting with the instructor. The weekend workshops meet twice, Saturday and Sunday, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., each day.

Any aspiring writers interested in participating in these workshops has until March 15 to apply.

For all the information on applying, events, and more, visit www.lighthousewriters.org/events/lit-fest.

Sharing PostSecrets Have you ever had a secret that you really wanted to share, but don’t want to risk it getting out or hurting someone? Yeah, me too.

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Photographer to give tips on outdoor composition

erhaps viewing a sweeping stretch of the great outdoors causes puzzlement over how to capture the essence of a scene. Author and photographer Nasim Mansurov, SONYA’S founder of Photography Life, will offer SAMPLER a talk on “Composition in Landscape Photography” at 7 p.m. Feb. 13 for the Englewood Camera Club. The club meets at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial.

Mansurov says he Sonya Ellingboe got interested in photography when his first child was born, bought a Nikon DSLR — and progressed from there. Guests and new members are welcome.

Kokias is a Littleton native, although she now lives in Seattle and hopes to share photos from her years at Hopkins, Euclid and Heritage High.

Eye of the Camera Littleton Fine Arts Board’s 2018 “Eye of the Camera” exhibit opens on Feb. 16 and runs through March 25 at the Littleton Museum, 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton. The juror this year is Gary Reed of Reed Art and Imaging, a fine art printing lab in the Santa Fe Arts District. The exhibit will be open during museum hours and admission is free. 303-795-3950. littletongov.org/ museum.

Colorado in fall, as photographed by Nasim Masurov, who will speak to the Englewood Camera Club on Feb. 13 about “Composition in Landscape Photography.”

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Home tour The Englewood Historic Preservation Society presents a Mid-Century Modern Home Tour of four homes in Arapahoe Acres, which is, in its entirety, on the list of National Trust Historic Places. The tour is from 2-4 p.m. Feb. 24. Tickets cost $25 in advance/$30 day of tour. historicenglewood.org.

`Aphrodite’s Switchboard’ Wonderbound Ballet Company will team with Chimney Choir folk band and puppets by Tom Varani to perform “Aphrodite’s Switchboard,” a new work choreographed by Garrett Ammon to a new album by the band.

Performances: Feb. 9, 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Performing Arts Complex at Pinnacle Charter School, 1001 W. 84th Ave., Federal Heights. Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. at PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker; Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Newman Center, 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver. Tickets: wonderbound. com; parkerarts.org; newmancenterpresents.com.

Books and authors Tattered Cover at Aspen Grove, off Santa Fe Drive north of Mineral Avenue in Littleton, offers frequent talks by authors and staff about what’s new.

On Feb. 12, at 7 p.m., Peter Heller will speak about his mystery, “Celine,” now out in paperback, which he said was loosely based on his mother. On Feb. 19, a school holiday, Kerri Kokias will hold a story hour reading her new picture book, “My Snow Sisters,” at 10:30 a.m., with signing and a craft.

Genealogy studies Columbine Genealogical and Historical Society meets at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. On Feb. 13, 1-3 p.m. will be “Untangling your New England Roots: An Overview from Settlement to Revolution” with John Putnam. On Feb. 20, 9:30-11 a.m. will be “Using Directories and Sanborn Maps to Learn About Our Ancestors,” and 1-3 p.m. will be “Rich People Behaving Badly,” about the

Malcolm X Actor/scholar Charles Everett Pace will present a Chautauqua History program about Malcolm X, Black Muslim activist, at 7 p.m. Feb. 27 at Bemis Library, 6028 S. Datura St., Littleton.

The program is sponsored by Colorado Humanities, which has an office in Greenwood Village, as part of Black History Month. Free. 303-795-3961.

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perfect album, there’s nothing left to do but go their separate ways.

That’s certainly the case for rappers Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) and Talib Kweli, who released “Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star” in 1998. Thought it didn’t take the charts by storm, the pair’s lyrical pyrotechnics and skeletal beats went on to influence countless underground rappers in the 2000s.

In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the album, both rappers, who have gone on to have fruitful solo careers, are reuniting and Black Star will be playing the Ogden Theatre, 935 E. Colfax Ave., at 9 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10. Doors open at 8 p.m.

Anyone who loves rap, and wants to celebrate two of the most dynamic MCs in the genre, shouldn’t miss this concert. Go to www.ogdentheatre.com and score a ticket before it’s too late.

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For years, the PostSecret blog was a way for people to anonymously share some of their darkest secrets and innermost thoughts in a creative way.

The idea caught on and grew to six books and a Smithsonian exhibition.

And now, its theatrical expression arrives in Lone Tree.

“PostSecret: The Show,” arrives at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8, at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St. At times hopeful, shocking, and painful, the show is an immersive journey through the personal stories people keep to themselves.

Projected images, videos, three actors, and a guitarist guide the audience through the stories behind shared secrets. It’s a very interactive theatrical experience for anyone looking to examine their own hidden feelings.

For tickets, visit www.lonetree-

A petit ballet world premiere Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s moving children’s book “Le Petit Prince,” has been enchanting readers since it was published in 1943, and recently was translated into film on Netflix.

Now, Danse Etoile is celebrating the world premiere of a ballet version of “Le Petit Prince,” running Friday, Feb. 9 through Sunday, Feb. 11.

There is a 7:30 p.m. performance on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, at the Broomfield Auditorium, 352 Main St. Music includes classical and contemporary styles with scores by Les Choristes and original compositions for the ballet by Colorado composer Bruce Klepper.

The show makes use of choreography, costumes, and artistic projection to tell this classic story.

To purchase your tickets, visit www. danseetoile.org/new-events.

Clarke’s Concert of the Week - Black Star at The Ogden Sometimes when a group releases a

history of Denver’s rich and famous, by author Dick Kreck, former Denver Post columnist. Admission free, guests and new members welcome.

Call for photographers “Exploring the Light,” Lone Tree’s annual photo show, has a Feb. 23 deadline for entries at Café. Show dates: March 29-May 29 at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Categories: Animals, Food, Landscape, Portraits, Urban.

Up to three entries, $35. Jurors: Doug and Laura Bennett. Questions: Allissa Dailey, 720-509-1101 or allissa.dailey@ cityoflonetree.com.

Wind ensemble Colorado Wind Ensemble performs

Benchmark starts first season in new home Starting a new theater company is a daunting process, but in its sophomore season, The Benchmark Theatre Company is looking to get off the

at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 at Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood and at 3 p.m. Feb. 11 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The concert, “Pipes and Stops,” features the wind instruments and an organ. Bands from Bear Creek and Mountain Vista High Schools will participate. Tickets and information: coloradowindensemble.org.

Extreme couponing Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura st., Littleton, will host a workshop at 2 p.m. Feb. 10 with authorized couponing instructor Erin Lamberte, who will help the shopper save money.

Registration is required for this free workshop: 303-795-3961.

Ballet in downtown Denver “Romeo and Juliet” is presented Feb. 16 to Feb. 25 by the Colorado Ballet at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver Performing Arts Complex. Performances: Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 17, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 18, 2 p.m.; Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 24, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 25, 2 p.m.

Tickets: coloradoballet.org.

ground in a big way.

The first Benchmark Theatre production in its new home in Lakewood is the regional premiere of Daniel Pearle’s “A Kid Like Jake.” The show opens on Friday, Feb. 16 and runs through Saturday, March 24.

Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. at the company’s new home, 1560 Teller St. Directed by Warren Sherrill, the show tells the story of Alex and Greg Wheeler, whose 4-year-old son, Jake, happens to prefer Cinderella to GI Joe. As Alex and Greg navigate their roles as parents, a rift grows, one that forces them to confront concerns about what’s best for Jake, and each other.

The cast features Antonio Amadeo, Adrian Egolf, Martha Harmon Pardee and Madison McKenzie Scott.

Visit www.benchmarktheatre.com to purchase tickets.

Clarke Reader’s column on culture appears on a weekly basis. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, he can be reached creader@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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Renowned Western writers discuss genre with readers ‘Longmire’ creator among authors in gathering at Arvada Center

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Readers and writers filled the large theater at the Arvada Center on Jan. 27 for “Western Reboot: Authors of the Modern West,” where they listened to a panel of accomplished authors and featured speaker Craig Johnson, author of the “Longmire” series, popular on television as well.

The sellout crowd heard about six unique ways to tell stories about the West — with these articulate people, each of whom has developed a style and in many cases a particular central character(s) who carries more than one tale across a particular Western landscape.

Since the event sold out early, Jeffco Library livestreamed to a wider audience and took questions from afar, as well as from the audience onsite.

(It’s available on the library website at jeffcolibrary.org/western-rebootlivestream.)

Emcee Chris Vanderveen, a 9News reporter, commented that he “does Western storytelling daily.” It’s a long tradition — only now the sheriff drives a truck instead of galloping in on horseback. Vanderveen “herded”

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a The articulate authors’ panel at Western Reboot on Jan. 27 at the Arvada Center featured, left to right: Margaret Coel, Manuel Ramos, Barbara Nickless, Mark Stevens, Kevin Wolf, with emcee Chris Vanderveen of 9News.

PHOTO COURTESY OF JEFFCO LIBRARIES i an open door.” Ramos observed “a Nickless commented “you walk R these talkative folks into a really wellgood writer is a good reader — read t down the street and people smile back paced conversation about the power all kinds of stuff, steal from other — you’re not in Boston. In the West, n of place and characters with Margapeople need to support their neighbors good writers — in a good kind of way. I ret Coel, Barbara Nickless, Manuel Learn from others.” Coel laughed. “It r … there’s an element of naturalism in Ramos, Mark Stevens and Kevin Wolf sort of ruins reading pleasure-one is d Wyoming — nothing’s fake. Are we all — and after a supper break, the always ready to see how it’s done …” r who we are because of how we live?” genial Craig Johnson, who ranches in What about research?

“There’s a tension between the myth c Ucross, Wyoming, pop. 25.

Coel warned against getting carried b of the West and reality,” Coel added.

Kevin Wolf, who lives in Littleton, away, as you read what’s on the page, S “I think we are structured by the won the 2015 Tony Hillerman Award mark if there’s something missing landscape — a new character has to o for Best Debut Western for his “Homeand follow up. Stevens says he funcget used to that landscape …” b place.” tions like the old reporter he once was About people in that landscape: His second title, “Brokeheart,” was Coel, as well as audience members, published last fall. “Homeplace” is set when out with wildlife, police officers, C has become very fond of her lead in eastern Colorado and Wolf exhibits etc., then looks for what else needs to t characters, the Arapaho woman w real skill in describing the land — its be filled in. lawyer and the priest who lives on the grass and trees, sounds and smells Johnson began his segment of the A reservation.

— and a cast of characters one could program by celebrating the “Western l Ramos said his first books were c really picture as they interacted in resurgence in popular culture.” He about a Chicano lawyer in Denver and response to the murder of a young has written 13 novels and two novel- e “lately about Gus Coral, who was born las, which have been adapted for the t basketball player in the early pages. on Denver’s north side. He was raised His next book is about a newsman TV series. on the streets and stories reflect noirwho arrives in the Colorado mining “When in my 20s, I fell in love with h darker aspects, people I know in LoHi, fi town of Brokeheart to find sinister Ucross, Wyoming,” he said. “I set where I live.” t goings-on. “I really wanted to show out to write about a sheriff in the Stevens, who commented that there t the beauty of the plains,” he said, least-populated county in the leastare many woman hunters, writes adding the area is not growing — “Kit populated state. You really depend on about a resourceful female hunting Carson High School has four graduyour neighbors. The Western culture P guide, who knows her way around in f ates this year — but the old-timers are means bonding together.” the mountains and is a great puzzlehanging on.”

Audience members asked how it is i solver. “She could drink us all under “What motivates you?” Vanderveen to see your books on television. the table.” Nickless’ character is a s began…

“It’s like having a house plan and Marine veteran who “is already used Award-winner Coel is well known going down one morning and it starts p to Western values.” She is a woman in s for her series of mysteries set on the talking to you!” a man’s world.

Wind River Reservation in Wyoming Usually, Hollywood wants to get rid m To Vanderveen’s inquiry about getamong the Arapaho people. She comes of authors as soon as possible, but ting going: Coel started with: “What from a pioneer Colorado family and producers kept Johnson in the loop, b absolutely not to do is plant yourself h said she is motivated by the openness including actors’ auditions for the in the seat of a chair. There are ideas i and spaciousness of the West, where parts in the series. everywhere. Open your mind and one can leave structure behind and They shot the first part in a court- c ideas will come in …” g find independence. house in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Stevens suggested “adding a perw Stevens grew up in Massachusetts, then built a reproduction for the sonal note, start to tell stories, finish came west in 1980 and was immedisubsequent films. “The West is about — something and show it to someone ately attracted to the vistas. “I love to exteriors, not interiors,” he said. “You else.” Wolf said “a writer’s organizatake a drive and see what’s changing.” cannot escape the landscape — always m tion helps. Network. There’s an appeal there, always having an effect.” e Has the genre changed? “Yes, in terms to closing yourself off, but you can’t of how the West has changed — you More than 500 happy readers went s do that.” Nickless said “write the best used to always have a guy with a cowhome with new ideas for winter enter- t book you can, then shove through b boy hat.” tainment.

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February 8, 2018

Carlos Fresquez art highlighted in gallery show Look back over decades offers sweeping view of change, insights

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Carlos Fresquez poses in front of the mural he painted in Mi Casa’s new Board Room in COURTESY PHOTOS 2017 other wall depicts that same couple in the city today, with a train, car, telephone poles, Mickey Mouse and that heart released, bleeding …

The front window gallery presents the artist’s early work, as a student and beyond. Fresquez studied at Metro and received an MFA from CU-Boulder, returning some years later to teach. From the start, international, neo-impressionist style, executed with solid painting technique, presents Chicano subjects, including two zoot-suit portraits of himself and his father. On a side wall the visitor must stop to explore “Para Mi Esposa,” a larger-than-life-sized three-dimensional depiction of Freida Kahlo and Diego Rivera that spins off a famous earlier European work.

“Los Supersonicos,” a collective started with artist Frank Zamora in the late 1990s, resulted in works that include multi-layered paintings and a collection of bright banners with grommets in the unframed canvas.

They command one to look up — away from the walls filled with images large and small. (The name is a Spanish version of “The Jetsons.”)

Pop art influences tucked throughout include assorted Campbell soup-type cans of “Posole” per Andy Warhol and some playing around with American painter Robert Rauschenberg’s “Erased De Kooning.” Kids may have fun looking for them — or for Day of the Dead skeletal figures. In fact the whole visual effect should delight even a toddler — or a skeptical teen!

A walk on back to the Extra Credit Gallery presents a wall of works created by past students, including south metro area residents Laura Beacom, Centennial; Kellen Niemeier, Centennial; Christine Gish, Highlands Ranch; and David Reed, Highlands Ranch, according to the gallery (although there was a question about whether Reed’s large work could be exhibited).

CVA has published a catalog of the exhibit, for sale at the front desk.

Additional views of the prolific Fresquez’s work will be exhibited at the Chicano Arts Council Gallery, 772 Santa Fe Drive, in a show called “One of Our Own,” with a book signing and reception from 6 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 16; at the neighboring Museo de las

‘Cubist Cholo’ by Carlos Fresquez stares at

Americas, 861 Santa Fe Drive; and at the Arvada Center, concurrent with the CVA exhibition.

A Carlos Fresquez Artist Talk is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. March 7 at the CVA and a closing reception and poetry reading from 4 to 6 p.m. March 24. (Join Fresquez in a ceremonial repainting of the walls, erasing the temporary murals while reflecting on their content.)

The Young Artist Studio: Mural Painting is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. for ages 11-21 (open workshops).

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the visitor to ‘Sangre Colorado,’ the CVA retrospective of Fresquez’s art.

IF YOU GO The Center for Visual Arts is at 965 Santa Fe Drive in the Santa Fe Arts district. There is a small parking lot in front of the gallery and street parking usually available.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays; plus 6 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Fridays each month. For more information: msudenver. edu/cva, 303-294-5207.

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“Sangre Colorado: Carlos Fresquez Mid-Career Survey,” open through March 24 at Metropolitan State University’s Center for Visual Art, (a must-see for those interested in area art) is not only a portrait of a distinguished Denver artist and scholar, who brought Chicano culture into the classroom, but is also a picture of his art world during whirlwind decades of change, introspection, activism, experimentation and observation.

Influences in the more than 100 images (paintings, prints, drawings and three-dimensional images) reflect scenes from recent decades in America and Europe, from the artist’s early years in the barrio near St. Cajetan Church where Metro State now stands — and from more than two centuries of family heritage, including santeros and spiritual traditions.

The extensive exhibit records impressions through the explosive La Raza Chicano movement and intellectual explorations of 20th/21st-century national and international art trends.

Included in his symbolism: frequent referral to the Sacred Heart and Guadalupe, mission churches, low riders, roses, skulls and skeletons, brightly costumed characters staged against blue Western skies and traditional Southwestern architecture — plus an occasional pop culture figure that may be inserted in the scene.

Curator/CVA Managing Director Cecily Cullen suggests that the title — translated to “blood” and “red” — plays with the colloquialism “red-blooded American,” referring to the family’s long history in the country. Sly political comment surfaces throughout the exhibit — political junkies will enjoy that aspect as well.

The visitor feels as though she has stepped into a sunny, swirling fiesta scene, filled with color — with the sound of Latino music supplied through imagination.

Then, there is a “Cubist Chollo,” per Picasso — a tough young character from a nearby street corner challenging the newcomer to his territory …

Fresquez has built numerous theater sets and the drapes that set off many paintings would seem to reflect that stage interest and sense of the dramatic.

Hispanic religious figures — santos, bultos and retablos, which are part of his family tradition — also frequently include draped fabrics. Brilliant color costumes traditional figures, with religious, literary and social references, as well as images of today’s city residents — sometimes in the same painting.

One gallery contains two walls of murals painted by Fresquez before the exhibit opened that includes a handsome historic royal couple — he with the heart in his hand, plus a dragon, birds and architectural features. The

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Littleton, Lakewood hospitals at cutting edge of stroke treatments Advances in technology, research can mean difference between life and death

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BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Steven Squires was reading the comics at his kitchen table on a Sunday in September when his wife Carol heard him emit a strange groan. His hands curled, his mouth hung open. Carol called 911 as Steven reeled under the effects of a stroke cutting off oxygen to his brain.

Only hours later, Steven, 72, was awake and alert at Littleton Adventist Hospital, and three days later he walked out and headed home, little worse for having suffered a type of attack that often leaves its survivors paralyzed or dead.

Steven’s saving grace was the quick work of neurologist Dr. Chris Nichols, who utilized several treatments that removed a clot from a blood vessel in his brain, minimizing permanent damage.

Newly released guidelines suggest that doctors may have far more time than previously thought — up to 24 hours — to respond to strokes in ways that can save brain tissue from irreversible damage. Littleton Adventist Hospital and St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood are among roughly 300 hospitals nationwide equipped with a new digital imaging software, called RAPID, that enables the extended treatment window.

“This is huge,” Nichols said. “Previously we thought that we only had a few hours to take this kind of action.

For people who may have had a stroke in the middle of the night or who aren’t discovered for an unknown amount of time, these new guidelines can make a lot of difference.”

The guidelines, published in late

Steven Squires, left, and his wife Carol discuss Steven’s stroke last summer. Thanks to a rapid and high-tech response from Dr. Nichols, Steven was left without significant damage.

PHOTOS BY DAVID GILBERT January by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, are based on a host of studies, including a large-scale trial led by Stanford University researchers that utilized RAPID to quickly identify affected areas of the brain.

The majority of strokes are ischemic, Nichols said, caused by a clot in a blood vessel in the brain. Doctors at Littleton Adventist and St. Anthony have several options, often used in concert, to respond to ischemic strokes: first, doctors use RAPID to interpret CT scans of victims’ brains, quickly identifying the location of clots. In many cases, doctors then administer a clot-busting drug called TPA. Next, using a device called a

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stentriever, doctors can insert a tube into a blocked blood vessel in the brain and use a wire mesh structure to remove a clot.

The guidelines have continually pushed the window for intervention farther out, Nichols said.

“In the past decade, we’ve pushed it from three hours to four, then six, then 12,” Nichols said. “I wouldn’t be surprised if we get to a point where we can throw out the window altogether and just be guided by the imaging.”

Nichols said that when a stroke victim arrives at Littleton Adventist, emergency physicians perform the RAPID scan, which is then sent by email to a list of on-call neurologists, allowing doctors to begin evaluating a patient’s situation while they’re still putting their shoes on.

Deciding whether to use TPA or the stentriever is still a time-governed choice, Nichols said.

“Especially when dealing with an unknown onset time, we’re looking for a reversible deficit — that is, a good amount of salvageable tissue,” Nichols said.

“That’s called a favorable mismatch.

It’s still vital to recognize that a stroke is happening and get to the hospital as quickly as possible.”

Nichols said not every ischemic stroke victim will fit the criteria, but for those that do, the results can be remarkable.

“There are times people get right back up immediately,” Nichols said.

“It’s amazing, and personally, it’s incredibly gratifying.”

For Carol Squires, the treatments meant the difference between a bleak and uncertain future or having her husband home to play with their grandkids.

“While we were there in the waiting room, I was thinking he might not be happy living this way, if he was para-

There are numerous risk factors for stroke, according to the American Stroke Association, including: • High blood pressure • High cholesterol • Diabetes • Poor diet • Lack of physical activity • Smoking • Obesity • Heart disease Knowing the signs of stroke are important to ensuring quick response, the ASA says.

Remember the acronym FAST. From the group’s website: F - Face: Ask the person to smile.

Does one side of the face droop?

A - Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

S - Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?

T - Time: If you observe any of these signs, call 911 immediately.

Source: strokeassociation.org

Dr. Chris Nichols, a neurologist at Littleton Adventist Hospital, shows what he receives when hospital staff send him a stroke victim’s brain scan, which allows him to begin evaluating a patient’s situation before he even leaves home to treat them. lyzed or couldn’t speak,” Carol said, blinking back tears. She said both of Steven’s parents died of complications from strokes, and their final days were spent confused and in pain.

“Steven’s parents were certainly on my mind,” Carol said. “I couldn’t believe it when I saw him in the recovery room. I was just so glad to have him back.”

Steven said he seems to have no significant long-term damage from the stroke. He said he feels thankful that everything fell into place for him.

“My wife was here, and called 911 right away,” Steven said. “The medics were just down the road. The hospital was nearby. They recognized the symptoms and had the equipment and the knowledge. “When you think about everything that came together, it’s pretty remarkable. It wasn’t just one person. It was the group.”

Steven and Carol will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this August.

They’re planning a big party.

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Senior rehab center offers comfort and care Someren Glen retirement community in Centennial offers new facility for inpatients and outpatients

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

When Faye Johnson fell and fractured her femur and part of her hip, her phone wasn’t near her in her home. She struggled to use her fingers to reach her husband’s cane, and eventually, a neighbor heard her using it to bang on a door.

After that harrowing experience, Johnson, 85, underwent 18 days of rehabilitation at a health-care provider and one more month of rehab at the Someren Glen retirement community in Centennial, where she began living in winter 2016.

“Everybody that took care of me was nice to me,” said Johnson, who lived in Centennial before coming to Someren Glen. When “they see me, g they give me a hug, and I can hardly wait to give them a hug. They’re the best.”

During her recovery, Johnson walked the 140 steps from the door in her building to her apartment repeatedly. Recently, she’s gotten up to around 2,500 steps.

“The harder the work you do, the quicker you can get out (of the rehab process) and enjoy life again,” Johnson said.

Someren Glen is where she started succeeding in her recovery, she said — and her doctor said she recovered two months before she was expected to.

The retirement community at 5000 E. Arapahoe Road offers one- and two-bedroom apartments that include independent living as well as nursing, memory care, home care and assistedliving services. The area that boasts the newly renovated rehab center used to hold 29 assisted-living apartments and a rehab space downstairs, but its therapy gym was less than one-quarter the size of the new one, said Tim Rogers, executive director of Someren Glen. The center offers care for seniors after an illness, surgery or accident.

The building’s patient suites weren’t all private before, “which was an outdated model,” Rogers said.

The renovation — celebrated at an open house Feb. 1 to herald the grand Chesney King, executive chef at Someren Glen rehab facility’s bistro, stands amid a crowd of guests at an open house to celebrate the renovated facility’s grand opening Feb. 1.

The bistro is part of the several amenities at the facility, which aims to make patients comfortable as well as provide care.

Faye Johnson, 85, sits in a lounge area in at the Someren Glen senior rehabilitation facility Feb. 1. Johnson, who fractured her femur and part of her hip in 2015, worked through her rehab in the same location before it was renovated. “It’s like heaven — it’s gorgeous,” she said of the updated area.

PHOTOS BY ELLIS ARNOLD opening of the redone facility, which Someren Glen calls its Transitional Care Neighborhood — offers a large gym with exercise equipment that can accomodate wheelchair users and people with arthritic hips and knees. Also in the space: a dishwasher, laundry machines and kitchen that patients can use during their stay, which usually lasts 10 to 18 days, Rogers said.

The Transitional Care Neighborhood officially opened to accept patients Feb. 5.

“We’re gonna be doing outpatient therapy for the (outside community) too,” said Greg Young, director of rehabilitation at Someren Glen. “It’s nice to have other seniors there when people go (to rehab) ... they’ll feel more comfortable here.”

The facility offers 18 private suites — rooms for patients — for up to 18 people. Patients can access care at Someren Glen through Medicare coverage or other insurance, Rogers said.

Someren Glen receives five-star ratings from audits by the United States Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which looks at quality measures including nursing staffs.

“It’s like heaven — it’s gorgeous,” Johnson said. If “you had to go and be in rehab, this would be the place I suggest.”

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Credit-union program provides socks for shelter residents STAFF REPORT

Employees of the Public Service Credit Union wanted to make sure people living in homeless shelters had one of the most basic needs this winter season—socks. According to PSCU, socks are the most requested clothing item by the Salvation Army, and PSCU collected and delivered 7,238 pairs of socks to several Colorado homeless

Employees of the Public Service Credit Union collected and delivered 7,238 pairs of socks to several Colorado homeless shelters.

shelters. Donations were solicited at 29 PSCU locations throughout the Front Range.

“We couldn’t have done this without the generosity of our members and the compassion of our staff, who rallied together to provide a little extra warmth for those in need during the holiday season,” said Malcolm Johnson, director of public relations and community involvement at PSCU.

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CLUBS Editor’s note: To add or update a club listing, e-mail calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Political Douglas County Democrats executive committee meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of every month at various sites.

Contact Mike Jones at 720-509-9048 or email info@DouglasDemocrats.org.

Social-discussion meetings take place in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Parker, Lone Tree and Roxborough. Visit douglasdemocrats.org and click on calendar for information.

Douglas County Republican Women meets at 11 a.m. the third Wednesday each month at the Lone Tree Golf and Hotel. Call Marsha Haeflein at 303-841-4318 or visit www. dcgop.org or www.dcrw.org.

Highlands Ranch, Roxborough, and Lone Tree Democrats meet at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of every month for topical speakers and lively discussion at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Visit www.douglasdemocrats.org for more information.

Libertarian Party of Douglas County: 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at On the Rox Sports Bar, 11957 Lioness Way, Parker. Topics include items of general libertarian interest and organization for local activism to make a difference in our political landscape. All welcomed. Go to lpdg.org.

Lone Tree Democrats meet for First Friday Happy Hour the first Friday of every month at Los Arcos. Call Gordon at 303-790-8264.

Parker Democrats meets at 7 p.m. the third

Tuesday of each month for discussion of timely topics, led by knowledgeable speakers, at the South Metro Fire Station 45, 16801 Northgate Drive, Parker. Visit www. douglasdemocrats.org for information.

Professional BNI Connections of Lone Tree (www.thebniconnections.com) invites business owners to attend its meeting held each Tuesday, 7:15-9 a.m. at the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle. There is no charge to attend a meeting as a guest.

Please visit www.thebniconnections.com or contact Jack Rafferty, 303-414-2363 or jrafferty@hmbrown.com.

Learn to Fly Fish: 9-11 a.m. Saturdays at Orvis Park Meadows, 8433 Park Meadows Center Drive, Unit 149, Lone Tree. The free Fly Fishing 101 course teaches the basics including fly casting, outfit rigging, and knot tying. After completing FF101, sign up for the free FF201 class at a local stocked pond and practice hooking, playing and landing fish. For information or to sign up, call 303-768-9600 or go to www.orvis. com/s/park-meadows-colorado-orvisretail-store/620.

League of Women Voters of Arapahoe and Douglas Counties encourages community members to participate in one of our three monthly meetings. Help us create a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. Feel free to call or email Jo Ann Feder at 904-608-3932 or jolvs10s@gmail. com for details.

Lone Tree Ladies 9-Hole Golf. Applications are now being accepted for the upcoming Thursday morning 9-hole golf group. The group is open to women golfers ages 18 and older. Applications and more informaiton are available in the Lone Tree Pro Shop.

Contact Nancy Cushing, league president, at 720-560-9333 or email LTL9hole@gmail. com.

Lone Tree Networking Professionals is a networking/leads group that meets Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. at Rio Grande Restaurant in Lone Tree. Exclusive business categories are open. Visitors and new members are welcome. Contact Don Shenk at 303-7460093.

Salty Dog Sailing Club If you love to sail or want to try, if you don’t have a boat, if you have a boat but don’t sail enough because you cannot find a crew, the Salty Dog Sailing Club is for you. The club meets the second Thursday of the month. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. with the business meeting commencing at 7 p.m. Go to www.saltydog. org for meeting locations and directions.

Professional Referral Network meets at 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays at Great Beginnings, east of I-25 at Lincoln Avenue. Call Ronald Conley at 303-841-1860 or e-mail www. professionalreferralnetwork.org.

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MOSCOW FESTIVAL BALLET: CINDERELLA THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15 | 7:30 PM The Moscow Festival Ballet was founded in 1989 when legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet Sergei Radchenko sought to realize his vision of a company which would bring together the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet companies in an independent company within the framework of Russian classic ballet. This performance features a stunningly beautiful blend of storytelling, humor, and splendid scenery and costumes.

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Recreation Camping Singles is a group of Colorado single adults who enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking, sightseeing, photography, the camaraderie of others, and starry nights around the camp fire. We usually camp in designated forest service or state park campgrounds within 2 to 5 hours of Denver. We welcome all single adults.

Our membership ranges from the 40s to 60-plus. We usually meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. For specific meeting information, contact campingsingles@ gmail.com Front Range Woodturners Club meets from 6-9 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month in the basement of the Rockler Woodworking store at 2553 S Colorado Blvd. Anyone

SilverSneakers Fitness, Silver&Fit at ACC The Arapahoe Community College fitness center offers the SilverSneakers Fitness and Silver&Fit programs for seniors in the south metro Denver area. For more information about health and fitness options at ACC, call 303-797-5850.

Third Thursday Mystery Book Club Join us for a discussion of mystery books with an emphasis on the unusual. Do you like Swedish Noir, historical mysteries, humorous mysteries? We read authors that have something to offer besides the quirky twist at the end of the story. If you’re tired of the same old best-selling mystery writers, come join us for lunch and mystery discussions at 11:30 a.m. every third Thursday at the Lone Tree Grille at the Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel. Call Sue at 303-641-3534 SEE CLUBS, P34

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During this year’s Denver Restaurant Week, Abrusci’s Fire and Wine is serving dishes both familiar and new, like rigatoni and sausage and beef short ribs.

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going to be a different experience at each one.”

For restaurants that are participating, the week is an opportunity to showcase signature dishes and specialties.

“During Restaurant Week, we like to put our best culinary foot forward,” said Marvin Williams, general manager of Wheat Ridge’s Abrusci’s Fire and Wine Italian restaurant, which is offering meals at the $35 price point.

“We’re serving dishes we’re famous for, like our rigatoni and sausage, and less well-known items like our beef short ribs.”

According to information provided

by Bresler, the tiered structure allows more flexibility for both the diners and the restaurants — both in food options and financial value.

“When putting together our menu, we not only consider what’s popular,

but what’s the best value for our diners,” said Tim Carlson, general manager of the Village Tavern, located in Broomfield’s Flatiron Crossing Mall.

The Village Tavern is offering meals at the $35 price point. “We love being part of the community, and it’s a great chance to showcase not only our food, but the atmosphere of the Tavern.”

People looking for new restaurant recommendations can follow the Top Chef Trail, which features restaurants or chefs that have been featured on “Top Chef: Colorado,” like Tony Guard, Frank Bonanno and Gregory Gourdet.

But while Denver Restaurant Week is a chance to explore, many also use it to celebrate their favorite eateries.

“We’ve been here for more than 30 years, and we’ve seen Denver Restaurant Week become busier and busier as more restaurants start participating,” said Summer Cassidy, manager and server at Cherry Crest Seafood Restaurant and Market in Greenwood Village, which is offering meals at the $25 price point. “It’s been a great experience to be a part of.”

ADVICE FOR DENVER RESTAURANT WEEK • Pick a price. Each restaurant will be offering one of the three price points — $25, $35 or $45 — so diners should remember to look at what the price is for the restaurants they are considering.

• Browse menus at www.DenverRestaurantWeek.com. All participants are listed on the website by neighborhood, cuisine and price. New restaurants are added to the list as they sign up, so check back for the latest info.

• Make reservations. Tables fill up fast during Denver Restaurant Week, so make plans

soon. Be flexible and try some earlier or later seatings on days other than Friday and Saturday. And be sure to cancel any reservations not used.

• Most restaurants will offer options for dietary restrictions and allergies. Discuss any needs with the restaurant when reservations are made.

• Many restaurants offer affordable wines, add-ons and special desserts. At these prices, diners are encouraged to order some extras.

• Remember to tip servers generously.

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HOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Send volunteer opportunities to hharden@ coloradocommunitymedia.com 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office Domestic Violence Program: Provides information and support to crime victims.

Need: Victim advocates interact with and support victims of domestic violence. They also provide resource referrals and explain processes to victims.

Requirements: 20 hours of training required; volunteers must commit to one morning a week at the justice center in Castle Rock.

Contact: Mel Secrease, 720-733-4552 or msecrease@da.18.state.co.us.

Requirements: Attend an orientation and submit to a background check. Training provided to all new drivers. Deliveries start at 1 p.m. and last until 3 p.m.

Contact: 303-830-0202 or volunteer@ projectangelheart.org.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide: Offers free tax filing help to anyone, especially those 50 and older, who cannot afford a tax preparation service.

Need: Volunteers to help older, lower-income taxpayers prepare their tax returns.

Requirement: All levels of experience are welcome; training and support provided.

Contact: 1-888-OUR-AARP (687-2277) or www.aarpfoundation.org/taxaide

Arthritis Foundation, Colorado/Wyoming Chapter: Helps conquer everyday battles through life-changing information and resources, access to care, advancements in sciences and community connections.

Need: Walk to Cure Arthritis committee members and general office volunteer support.

Requirements: Individuals who love to help plan and execute Walk to Cure Arthritis. We combat arthritis every day, so support from volunteers so that we can serve people is crucial.

Contact: Amy Boulas, aboulas@arthritis.org, 720-409-3143.

Alzheimer’s Association, Colorado Chapter: Provides care and support to 67,000-plus families dealing with all kinds of dementing illnesses.

Need: Walk to End Alzheimer’s committee members.

Requirements: Individuals who love to help plan and execute Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Contact: Deb Wells, 303-813-1669 or dwells@alz.org.

Angel Heart Project: Delivers meals to men, women and children with life-threatening illnesses.

Need: Volunteers to deliver meals to clients in the south Denver area.

Animal Rescue of the Rockies: Provides foster care for death-row shelter dogs and cats throughout Colorado.

Need: Foster families for animals on lists to be euthanized Contact: www.animalrescueoftherockies. org.

ASSE International Student Exchange Program: Organizes student exchange programs.

Need: Local host families to provide homes for boys and girls age 15-18 from a variety of countries.

Contact: Cathy Hintz, 406-488-8325 or 800-733-2773 Audubon Society of Greater Denver: Provides engaging and educational birding

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Need: Volunteers lead birding field trips and assist with nature programs, office projects, fundraising and community events.

Location: Chatfield State Park and offsite locations around Denver.

Age Requirement: 18 years or older for yearround volunteers; 13-17 for summer camp programs.

Contact: Kate Hogan at communityoutreach@denveraudubon.org or 303-9739530.

AYUSA: International Youth Exchange Program: Promotes quality exchange programs for high school students from around the world.

Need: Host families for international high school students ages 15-18 studying in the Denver area.

Requirements: Provide a safe home, meals and transportation for 5-10 months. All family types are considered. Must fill out online application and pass background check.

Contact: Adrienne Bivens, 720-467-6430 or abivens@ayusa.org. Go to www.ayusa.org.

Castle Rock Senior Activity Center: Provides services to local seniors.

Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to appointments, the grocery store, pharmacies and more.

Contact: Juli Asbridge, 720-733-2292 Children’s Hospital Colorado South Campus, Highlands Ranch Contact: 720-777-6887 Colorado Humane Society: Handles animal abuse and neglect cases.

Need: Volunteers to care for pregnant cats, dogs and their litters, as well as homes for cats and dogs that require socializing or that are recovering from surgery or injuries.

Contact: Teresa Broaddus, 303-961-3925 Colorado Refugee English as a Second Language Program: Teaches English to recently arrived refugees, who have fled war or persecution in their home country. In Colorado, refugees are from Afghanistan, Burma, Bhutan, Somalia, Iraq, Eritrea and D.R. Congo, among others.

Need: Volunteers to teach English. Tutoring takes place in the student’s home. Refugees live throughout Denver, but the largest concentrations are in Thornton, near 88th Avenue and Washington Street, and in east Denver/Aurora, near Colfax Avenue and Yosemite Street.

Other Details: Tutors do not need to speak the student’s language. Most participants are homebound women and small children, adults who are disabled, and senior citizens.

Many are not literate in their first language, and remain isolated from American culture.

Requirements: Volunteers must attend training at Emily Griffith Technical College in downtown Denver. Sessions take place every 6-8 weeks. Go to www.refugee-esl.org for information and volunteer application.

Contact: Sharon McCreary, 720-423-4843 or sharon.mccreary@emilygriffith.edu.

Court Appointed Special Advocates: Works with abused and neglected children in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties.

Need: Advocates for children, to get to know, speak up for and ensure their best interests in court Contact: 303-695-1882 or www.adv4chil-

dren.org.

Douglas County Libraries: elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

Need: Volunteer opportunities consist of event assistance, weekly shelving or bookstore shifts, tutoring, Storytime helpers, and more.

Requirements: Attend an orientation. We will provide training. Specific requirements are listed in each opportunity’s details.

Contact: Visit VolunteerConnectDC.org and search for Douglas County Libraries opportunities.

Douglas/Elbert Task Force: Provides assistance to people in Douglas and Elbert counties who are in serious economic need, at risk of homelessness or in similar crisis.

Need: Volunteers to assist in the food bank, client services and the thrift store Treasures on Park Street.

Contact: Marion Dahlem, 303-688-1114, ext.

32 Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center: Cares for homeless horses and other equines.

Need: Volunteers to work with horses and other opportunities.

Requirements: Must be 16 years old, pass a background check, and be able to commit to at least three hours a week for three months.

Contact: 303-751-5772.

Other Information: Two-hour orientation provides an overview of the services provided, learn about the volunteer opportunities, take a tour of the center, and talk with staff and volunteers. Contact www.ddfl.org.

Elbert County Sheriff’s Posse: Supports the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Management with detentions support, patrol, administrative duties, event security, emergency services support, and call-outs as need arises.

Need: With proper training and clearances, volunteers help with patrol, fingerprinting, records keeping, community event security services, disaster response and management (wildfire, tornado, blizzard, flood, disaster relief, etc.).

Requirements: Must be 21 years or older; retired individuals are great. Must complete an employment application, pass a background check, and complete interviews. After being sworn in, in the first three months of membership, complete a minimum of 45 hours of orientation and training curriculum. After this 90-day probationary period, members must log a minimum of 10 hours of month and attend monthly training meetings. Persons ages 15-20, may join the Elbert County Sheriffs Explorer POST that is associated with the Posse.

Contact: David Peontek at djp1911@msn. com or 303-646-5456. Go to http://www. elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html; print out and complete an employment application and turn it into the Elbert County Sheriff ’s Office in Kiowa, “Attn: David Peontek.”

Feeding Denver’s Hungry: serves 8001,000 people and families in need in lower downtown Denver.

Need: help distribute food the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Donation also accepted.

Contact: www.feedingdenvershungry.org or https://www.facebook.com/FeedingDenversHungry/

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Students fund wish of young cancer patient Make-A-Wish week assembly celebrates 5-year-old boy

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Caleb Amaral is 5 years old and battling a type of blood cancer. Like other young boys, Amaral loves superheroes. His wish is to go on a Disney Marvel cruise.

On Jan. 29, thanks to students and staff of Douglas County High School and surrounding feeder schools, Amaral’s wish came true. Over MakeA-Wish week, students raised $47,000, which will pay for the wishes of seven children who are fighting life-threatening illnesses.

Schools in Douglas County participate in the fundraising week once a year.

“Every year I am amazed by the amount of creativity, passion and effort that goes into planning and hosting Wish Week at Douglas County High School,” said Lauren Beede, director of community development at Make-A-Wish Colorado. “It is incredible to see the entire community come together to help grant wishes for kids, like Caleb, who are battling critical illnesses.”

Joined by Castle Rock police officers, SWAT members, Spiderman and Batman, Amaral entered the gymnasium of Douglas County High School riding a miniature car and wearing a Spiderman costume. Castle Rock police Chief Jack Cauley greeted Amaral and told the young boy that he would forever be an honorary police officer of the department.

The energy in the gymnasium was overwhelming. Students and teachers from Douglas County High School and its feeder schools — which include South Ridge Elementary, Castle Rock Elementary and several others in the area — cheered, yelled and clapped for Amaral. Many wore blue shirts with a Superman logo front and center. A giant yellow “C,” for Caleb, replaced the traditional “S.” Tiana Tinari, a senior at Douglas County High School, said the hard

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Caleb Amaral, a 5-year-old battling T-cell leukemia, meets Batman at Douglas County High School’s annual Make-a-Wish assembly on Jan. 29. The school and its feeder schools raised $47,000, which will grant the wishes of seven children with lifethreatening illnesses.

PHOTOS BY ALEX DEWIND work that went into planning the assembly was worth it because of how much fun Amaral was having.

“I thought it was the best assembly we’ve ever had,” Tinari said.

Make-A-Wish week embodies compassion, empathy and a sense of community, said interim Superintendent Erin Kane.

“It’s a great way for students to see past their own lives,” said Kane. “You can feel the love.”

Parent Claudia Arias had a similar outlook. Her son, a senior at Douglas County High School, acted as Spiderman in the assembly.

“It teaches them that it’s not all about you, especially when you’re in high school and think everything revolves around you,” Arias said. “It makes you reflect.”

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February 8, 2018

THINGS to DO

THEATER

Disney’s The Little Mermaid: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 9 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. A sensory friendly performance at 2 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 10; and sign language interpreted performances are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 and 2 p.m. Sunday. Feb. 11. Call 303-805-6800 or go to parkerarts.org for information.

Broadway Revue `A Beautiful Thing’: 7 p.m.

Thursday to Saturday, Feb. 8-10 at Highlands Ranch High School, 9375 Cresthill Lane. Created

by Highlands Ranch High School theater instructor Doyle Hanks, `A Beautiful Thing” tells a love story through featured performances from some of Broadway’s favorite musicals. Tickets available at hrhsthespians.com.

Anglophile Afternoon Theatre: Mansfield Park: 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Go to arapahoelibraries.org.

Moscow Festival Ballet: Cinderella: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15 at The Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree.

Go to http://www.lonetreeartscenter.org/

The FBI Wife: 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton.

Sandra Windsor’s memoir describes her struggles to establish a life separate from the secrets and rigidity of her FBI husband during the 1960s and 70s. Windsor is an award-winner in a Writer’s

ART/CRAFTS

Lessons and Lemonade: 9:30-11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 10 (Glass Painting with Portia Patterson) at Hobby Lobby, Colo. 83 and Mainstreet in Parker. For ages 9-14. Registration required; go to www.parkerartistguild.com/classes/youth.

Lego Maniacs: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 10 and Feb. 24 at Englewood Public Library. Call 303-762-2560.

Tell Me a Story: on display through Wednesday, Feb. 14 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Go to http://parkerarts. org/1034/Current-Gallery-Exhibits A Monstrous Valentine: Stories and Crafts: 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14 at Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial. Ages 5-12. Go to arapahoelibraries.org.

Tween Time: Building with Legos: 5-6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Ages 9-12. Go to arapahoelibraries.org.

Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Ages 50plus. Registration required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

this week’s TOP FIVE

Collectible and Antiquarian Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 and noon to 3 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 11 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Used books, CDs and DVDs on sale. Proceeds benefit the Douglas County Libraries Foundation. Cash and credit card accepted. Call 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Brains on Steroids Variety Show: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16 at Theatre of Dreams, 735 Park St., Castle Rock. Reservations required. Call 303-660-6799 or go to http:// tickets.amazingshows.com.

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FILM/MOVIES

Lifetree Café Discussion Group: 5-6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12 (In the News) at DAZBOG, 202 Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Call 303-814-0142.

Go to LifetreeCafe.com.

MUSIC

Bohemian Rhapsodies: 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 10 at Englewood High School, 3800 S. Logan St., Englewood. Pre-concert talk at 6:45 p.m. Call 303-781-1892 or go to www.arapahoe-phil.org.

Matt Dusk: 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree.

Go to http://www.lonetreeartscenter.org/ The Hummin’Birds: Bluegrass & More: 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16 at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 8545 E. Dry Creek Road, Centennial. Go to gshep.org/music-witha-mission-concert-series Live: Park Hill Brass: 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Go to arapahoelibraries.org.

FOOD/COOKING

Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry: 4-6:30 p.m. Fridays in Lent (no service on Good Friday) at Ave Maria Catholic Church, 9056 E. Parker Road, Parker. Dates are Feb. 16, Feb. 23, March 2, March 9, March 16 and March 23. Takeout and drive-through also available.

Homemade desserts also sold.

Digest short story contest and a Colorado Independent Publishers’ Award winner. Call 303-795-3961.

Valentines at the Mansion: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the Highlands Ranch Mansion, 9950 E. Gateway Drive, Highlands Ranch. Open house format; dance, enjoy music, sample sweet treats and tour the historic home. All ages welcome. Event is free; donations accepted to benefit the American Heart Association. Call 303-791-0430.

Love, Improvisation and the Great American Songbook: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14 at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Join the Tina Phillips Jazz Trio for an afternoon exploring jazz. Go to http://www.lonetreeartscenter.org/

Valentine’s Theme Italian Luncheon: 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14 at Southridge Recreation Center, Highlands Ranch.

Highlands Ranch Senior Club luncheon. Enjoy lasagna and hear recording artist Ralph Nichols.

Reservations required by Feb. 9.

Call Sue 309-360-9677. Go to hrseniorclub.org.

READING/WRITING

Book Lovers: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Learn about great new reads. For adults. Registration is required at 303-7917323 or DCL.org.

Malley Book Club: 10:30 a.m. Feb. 15 at the Malley Senior Center Library. Book is “Remarkable Creatures,” by Tracy Chevalier. For adults.

The Hybrid Author: Explore Publishing Paths: 2:30-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Go to arapahoelibraries.org.

Meet the Author: 10:30 a.m. Feb. 19 at Tattered Cover at Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive.

Reading, craft and book signing of “Snow Sisters” by Kerri Kokias, who grew up in Littleton. Go to www.tatteredcover.com/newevent-calendar#event-id-138191

EVENTS

Daddy-Daughter Ball: 6:308:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 at the Douglas County Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock. Registration ends at 5 p.m.

Feb. 8. Go to http://www.crgov. com/1998/Activities-and-Events for information and to register.

Happy Birthday, Castle Pines: 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Castle Pines Library, 360 Village Square Lane. Celebrate the city’s 10th birthday with games, food, crafts and guests. Registration required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

Extreme Couponing: 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Registration is required. Call 303-795-3961.

Bottom of the Inkwell: Teen Writing Workshop: 3:30-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11 at Smoky Hill Library, 5430 S. Biscay Cir., Centennial.

Bring copies of your work. Go to arapahoelibraries.org.

STEM: DU Outreach: 4-5 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 12 and Monday, Feb. 26 at Englewood Public Library.

Call 303-762-2560.

Business Startup Basics: 6:308:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Sponsored in part by the Small Business Development Center. Go to arapahoelibraries.org.

Untangling Your New England Roots: An Overview from Settlement to Revolution: 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Go to www.ColumbineGenealogy.com.

HEALTH

Senior Fitness and Nutrition: 1:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline

Trauma-Sensitive Yoga: 2 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 10 at the Parker Library, 20105 E. Mainstreet. Learn about chair yoga and reconnecting mind and body after trauma.

Presented by Comeback Yoga. For adults. Registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Heart Disease Reversal Diets: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 14 at South Denver Heart Center, 1000 SouthPark Drive, Littleton.

Presented by Susan Buckley, RD. Call 303-744-1065 or go to www. southdenver.com to register.

EDUCATION

English Conversation Circle: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 at Englewood Public Library.

For beginning and entermediate English language learners.

Topic Tuesday: “Farmland: The Evolution of a Tradition”: 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Go to arapahoelibraries.org.

NASA and the Future of Space Exploration: 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 13 at Tattered Cover, Aspen Grove Shopping Center, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton.

Call 303-470-7050 to RSVP.

Wine: 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14 at RiverPointe, 5225 S. Prince St., Littleton. Join Active Minds as we describe the history of wine. Call 303-797-0600 to RSVP. Lawn and Landscape Lessons: 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 15 at the Castle Pines Library, 360 Village Square Lane. For adults. Registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Learn to Tie Flies: 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Feb. 24 at Orvis Park Meadows. Sign up at www.orvis.com/s/park-meadowscolorado-orvis-retail-store/620 or call 303-768-9600.

Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

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Shrine of Saint Annes Catholic Church Hosts their 82nd annual Spaghetti Dinner 7555 Grant Place, Arvada.

Dinner in the Parish Center from noon - 6pm Sunday February 11th.

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For more information call 303-420-1280

Lost and Found

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Wanted to Buy New & Used Electric Bikes & Trikes

Retiring Sled Dogs for Adoption.

Siberian Huskies, make great family pets! Visit snowcapssleddogs.com for more info or call 970-453-7855 to meet your new buddy today. To approved homes only

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LOCAL

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SPORTS

Lanes will be abuzz with titles on the line

TOP SCORES Top one-meter diving scores this season, according to rankings compiled through Jan. 25

by Prep Swim Colorado.

Class 5A • Ally Brown, Horizon: 519.55 • Franny Cable, Arapahoe: 506.85 • Sam Tamborski, Douglas County/ Castle View: 465.45 • Izzy Gregerson, Ralston Valley: 461.00 • Addie Perlmutter, Cherry Creek: 452.12 Class 4A • Lindsey Hammar, Denver South: 458.05 • Morgan McCarthy, Fort Collins: 441.15 • Gabrielle Peltier, Rampart: 430.45 • Avery Dinnel, Pine Creek: 418.90 • Gigi Beattie, Valor Christian: 418.30 • Kyrianna Chambo, Highlands Ranch: 413.15

T Arapahoe junior Franny Cable took a beginning diving class as a freshman as she was looking for something to do to replace gymnastics. She has developed into one of the state’s top divers and says, “I want to win state but it’s going to be really tough. It can just come down to the degree of difficulty in the final round.”

JIM BENTON

Divers navigate twists and turns Athletes control their bodies, use their heads in unique ways

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORDOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Most high schools and colleges combine swimming and diving into one sport, and they are part of the same meets.

But in reality, the two are more different than the same.

“Truly, the only thing we have in common with swimmers is chlorinated water,” Arapahoe dive coach Jeff Smith said. “We are entirely separate sports.”

Swimmers perform certain strokes and the athlete with the fastest time is the winner. Divers, meanwhile, have a set of dives with degrees of difficulty and are awarded scores by judges.

“Swimmers have more patience,” said Susan Welch, an assistant diving coach who works with the teams in the Adams 12 Five Star district. “Divers have to face their fears more often.”

Divers usually have separate prac-

tices and different coaches than athletes on the swim team. Divers often appear like placekickers in football, off to the side.

“Outside of high school, diving is really a separate sport from swimming,” said Cherry Creek dive coach Grant Robinson. “It depends on the program. At Cherry Creek, we like to incorporate the team unity between the two different sports.”

For divers, as with football kickers, there is also a high degree of pressure to perform.

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Standout Performers Ryan Catalano, Castle View He collected his first CHSAA hat trick in a 12-3 hockey victory over Woodland Park on Feb. 3.

Ronnie DeGray III, Chaparral The sophomore scored 27 points and had 11 rebounds in a 73-57 boys basketball win over Rock Canyon on Feb. 2.

Caleb Tamminga, Legend The senior hit the game-winning shot with 23 seconds left in the second overtime in a 75-73 boys basketball win over Mountain Vista on Jan. 30.

Britt Nichols, Rock Canyon The sophomore won the 200 and 500 freestyle events Feb. 3 at the Continental League A swim/dive championships.

Lindsay Stenstrom, Valor Christian The junior was crowned the Jeffco 4A swim champion in the 50 freestyle and 100 backstroke on Feb. 3 at the league swim/dive championships.

Kaison Hammonds, ThunderRidge The senior shot 69 percent from the field and had 30 points in a 75-53 boys basketball win over Highlands Ranch on Feb. 2.

STANDOUT PERFORMERS are six athletes named from south metro area high schools. Preference is given to those making their debut on the list.

To nominate an athlete, contact Jim Benton at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com

hree classifications of the state high school girls swimming and diving championships will be Feb. 8-10 in Thornton and Fort Collins. But swimmers and divers will not be alone in being OVERTIME crowned champions this weekend.

The Colorado High School Bowling Foundation’s team and individual state championships are Feb. 10-11 at Belleview Lanes, 4900 S. Federal Blvd., Englewood.

Jim Benton Bowling is not sanctioned by the Colorado High School Activities Association, but 51 teams in five conferences and 287 bowlers compete during the season.

It costs each bowler $60 for the 10-week season and sponsors are obtained to help with team fees.

At the state tournament, scholarship money is awarded through the United States Bowling Congress’ SMART accounts. Bowlers on the top five teams, plus the leading five boys and girls individual finishers, earn scholarship awards. The boy and girl with the top averages will also get a scholarship award.

James Hastings, of the Doherty Spartans Blue, had the season’s top average for the boys of 221, while Luna Ramirez of the Wheat Ridge coteam team and Hannah Perry of the Falcon Falcons 1 shared the best girls average of 185.

The Wheat Ridge co-op team captured the Central Conference title and the Belleview co-op team won the Southern Denver regular-season title.

State tournament team competition will be Feb. 10, with individuals vying for top five finishes Feb. 11. Many of the teams are from outside the metro area. There are 16 teams from the Colorado Springs area and 13 from Grand Junction. Many of the teams are affiliated with schools and some teams are co-op, drawing bowlers from different schools.

“We are struggling in the Denver area,” CHSBF President Victor Holt said. “Kids don’t think of it as a sport. One thing we are trying to do for next year is get a teacher at each school that is willing to start up a bowling club.”

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Former Bronco McCaffrey takes over Valor program New coach’s sons have been instrumental in multiple state titles at the school

frey has been part of all the championships, starting with Max (2009-12) and followed by Christian (2010-14) and Dylan (2013-17).

All four brothers were multiple sport athletes and Luke, who is currently playing basketball, is in line to be the starting quarterback next season.

Max is a wide receiver with the San

BY JIM BENTON Francisco 49ers, Christian plays for JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM the Carolina Panthers and Dylan is p a quarterback at the University of 2 Ed McCaffrey’s bonds to Valor Michigan.

C Christian go back a long way, and now Ed McCaffrey, who becomes the s the former Denver Broncos wide receiver has been named the new Eagles third Valor head football coach, played football coach. for the Denver Broncos, San Francisco C N Valor Christian Athletic Director 49ers and New York Giants and has won three Super Bowl rings. He was a r Jamie Heiner announced the hiring radio color analyst for Bronco games h of McCaffrey, 49, on Feb. 5, and a day later he was introduced to players and but left that position before last season b their parents. so he could spend more time watching C McCaffrey inherits a Valor team his sons play football. b And now he’s ready for the next that was undefeated last year before t chapter of his football career. losing a playoff game to Grandview.

“I never expected to be in this posi- t “I can’t guarantee we will win a Ed McCaffrey was introduced as the new Valor Christian football coach on Feb. 6. tion,” he said Feb. 6. “I was shocked “My approach is to do the best job I can to prepare these kids for football and life and game, but if we don’t win a game next that the position became available. It y help them grow physically, spirituality and emotionally and have a great high school year, I probably won’t be around very was something I’ve always wanted to C experience,” he told parents and players. “The lessons you learn from this sport last a long,” McCaffrey said. “But there is a do. I purposely stayed in the shadows “ lifetime and I’m hoping to provide that great experience.” JIM BENTON lot of talent here and great coaches. and stayed in the stands. I wanted my g This team expects to be successful beu sons to have their own high school cause they have had had the coaches for Valor. Max, Christian and Dylan are who resigned in December. Sherman, c the school’s first athletic director, led experience. and kids to be successful.” graduates, and his youngest son, Luke, the Eagles to state championships in “This is a once-in-a lifetime opporis currently a junior at Valor.

No introduction was really needed, 2013, 2015 and 2016 and he compiled tunity. I don’t take it for granted. I’m t “Ed has been a part of the Valor as McCaffrey and his family have a 57-11 record in his tenure as head been familiar faces for nearly a decade community for nine years and now blessed that it became available for me C coach. we’re honored to call him Coach Mcaround the Valor campus in Highand then they believed in me enough C Valor has won seven state titles in Caffrey,” Heiner said. lands Ranch. to hire me because there were some t three different divisions and a McCafMcCaffrey replaces Rod Sherman, really good candidates.”

Four of McCaffrey’s sons have played C c ThunderRidge • Sophomore Holley Dennis won the

BY THE NUMBERS • The boys basket100 freestyle event on Feb. 3 at the Conball team had no tinental League A swim/dive championtime to rest. After a ships. She was timed in 53.43 and was Feb. 6 game against also part of two relay teams. top-ranked Chaparral, the second-ranked Rock Canyon Field goals made on 51 attempts tain • Girls basketball (61 percent) in a 61-25 victory Grizzlies faces rival MounVista in Feb. 9 game at Mountain Vista. h coach Becky Mudd for the Highlands Ranch girls ThunderRidge leads the Continental came up with an idea basketball team over Ponderosa f League in scoring (70.2 points per game), s to urge her players on Jan. 30. rebounding (34.5), 3 pointers (7.5), assists to engage with the (15.4) and steals (199). The all-time series w community. The Jaguars’ against Mountain Vista is tied at six game against Legend on Feb. Highlands Ranch wins apiece, but ThunderRidge has won s 6 was designed as the Small Actions-Big • Mikayla Johnson Changes game. Each player selected Combined free throws atfinished second at 105 the past two in the rivalry, which always k a cause, person, family or group and i pounds in the girls state tempted by Chaparral and Rock draws sellout crowds. played the game in honor of that person/ R Canyon in the Feb. 2 Wolverines’ • The girls basketball series against wrestling tournament group. The girls were committed to do a S Feb. 3 at Thornton High 73-57 boys basketball win.

Mountain Vista is lopsided in favor of small action for the person/cause they m ThunderRidge. The Grizzlies, which School. Savannah Howselected. This small action could be a arad won the 147-pound host the Golden Eagles on Feb. 8, lead the a note of encouragement, a donation, time third-place match with series, 10-2. in community service or sharing awarea pin in 2:12 over Isabella Romero, of ness for the person/group selected.

Mead, in the non-sanctioned CHSAA Valor Christian Goals by Luke Lonneman as the • The girls swim team won the Contievent.

• Coach George Valor Christian hockey team nental League A championships held • The girls basketball team, ranked Gwozdecky’s hockey rallied for a 5-2 win over Pueblo Feb. 3 with 577 points to outdistance fourth in the Class 5A CHSAANow.com team has clinched the County on Feb. 3. second-place Heritage. Junior Jessica poll, leads the Continental League in Highlands Conference Beckwith was crowned the champion of scoring (61 points per game), 3-pointers title with a 15-0-0 record the 100 butterfly with a winning time of made (4.5 per game) and assists (16.8 per and 30 points, with one game remaining w 57.42. game). against last place Woodland Park on Feb. F S Points scored by Douglas County 9. The Eagles, 16-1-0 overall, finish the SkyView Academy C Mountain Vista senior Cam’ron Dunfee in an regular season on Feb. 10 with a nonJordan Wilson • The hockey 82-45 boys basketball win over conference game against Monarch which a and Mitch Steele C team has gone Ponderosa on Feb. 2. is 13-1-0 this season. are the leaders 1-6-1 in the past • The girls basketball team is hanging of the boys basketball team which traveight games and has around in the Jeffco 4A title race and is a o els to Faith Christian for a Feb. 9 game. contests scheduled game behind league leading and defend- t Wilson is averaging 12.3 points per game Feb. 9 against Ralston Valley and Feb. 10 ing state champion Evergreen. The and Steele 11.5. Natalia Mille-Forrest is i against Regis Jesuit. Earlier this season, Eagles travel to Evergreen to face the 3-point attempts per game averthe top scorer on the girls team, averagthe Golden Eagles lost 5-2 to Ralston ValCougars on Feb. 13. Evergreen whipped a aged by the Mountain Vista girls ing 12.8 points per game. “ ley and 8-2 to Regis.

Valor, 52-33, earlier this season. basketball team.

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February 8, 2018

Wolverines upend top-ranked Jaguars Chaparral wins meeting of league powers in front of a packed house

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORDOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Fans and students from both schools packed the Chaparral gym on Feb. 2 two hours before the start of the Continental League boys basketball showdown against Rock Canyon.

It was a game that showcased Rock Canyon, ranked first in the CHSAANow.com poll, against the thirdranked Wolverines. The contest also highlighted the stellar boys basketball being played this season in Douglas County schools.

Chaparral got off to a fast start before the sellout crowd and never trailed in earning a 73-57 victory over the previously undefeated Jaguars.

“The number one team in the state, you beat them, it’s a good win,” said Chaparral coach Tellus Truesdale.

“It’s a step towards our goal. This will give us confidence and hopefully carry us through the next four games in the conference.

Heading into the game, the top three teams in the Jan. 29 CHSAANow.com Class 5A poll were top-ranked Rock Canyon, No. 2 ThunderRidge and third-rated Chaparral.

After games of Feb. 2, the eight Class 5A Douglas County teams had compiled a combined 110-39 overall

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“Swimmers are better known, they have more events,” said Ralston Valley freshman Izzy Gregersen, one of the state’s top divers. “We get like one time.”

The pressure is not just to score well, but also to not get injured.

“Out of all the sports, when you are sinking a last-second free throw or kicking a field goal, there is no risk involved in some of those activities,” Ralston Valley diving coach Kevin Sage said. “In diving, you can really mess yourself up if you lose your awareness of where you are at, you can really do some damage. It’s the same way with gymnastics.”

Flipping the script The divers in Class 5A with the five highest scores so far this season are all former gymnasts.

They are sophomore Ally Brown, who competes for Horizon; junior Franny Cable, of Arapahoe; senior Sam Tamborski, of the Douglas County/Castle View team; Gregersen; and sophomore Addie Perlmutter, of Cherry Creek.

Many of the twists, turns and tucks of diving relate to gymnastics, but they do require some adjustments.

“What it takes to be a good diver is you have to have good balance and be a little bit crazy,” Smith said.

“You have to be a little crazy to go up

record and the 11-team league had a 139-65 mark, with only one team with a losing record.

ThunderRidge still loomed in front of both Chaparral and Rock Canyon.

The Wolverines were scheduled to face the Grizzlies in another prominent matchup on Feb. 6 at ThunderRidge.

Rock Canyon concludes the regular season with a Feb. 16 game at ThunderRidge.

“The ratings are what they are,” said Rock Canyon coach Kent Grams.

“They don’t mean much right now. In March is when we want to be playing our best basketball.”

Chaparral took command early with a strong defensive effort as Rock Canyon made only three field goals in the first 16 minutes. Some of the excitement of the game disappeared in the fourth quarter as Chaparral paraded to the charity line and shot 29 free throws to hold off the Jaguars, who were never able to climb closer than nine points.

“I thought our defensive intensity was huge in that good start,” said Truesdale. “We were really focused and that started our offense. We’ve been preaching that all year long — defense feeds our offense. We’ve got guys that can put it in the bucket but we’ve got to get stops.

“You play in front of a big crowd and you are always going to be pumped up.

That atmosphere obviously doesn’t happen as much as you wish but you also don’t get two top teams as often.”

Ronnie DeGray III, a 6-foot-6 junior, paced Chaparral with 27 points and there spinning, have good kinesthetic awareness to where you are upside down and twisting in the air. You have to know where your body is, as well as where every part of your body is, so you can manipulate it properly in order to execute a good dive.”

Perlmutter said diving “corresponds” to gymnastics, but there is at least one big difference.

“You have to land on your head (in diving),” she said. “It took me a few months, but there are some things where I still have my old gymnastics habits. It took a few months to get used to landing on my head.”

In top form The proper mechanics and mental approach are crucial in diving.

Cable has set numerous school and pool diving records this season. She gave up gymnastics before her freshman year, took a beginning diving class and has developed into one of best divers in the state.

“It took me a long time to get the concept of landing on my head,” said Cable. “There is always room for major improvements. There’s always room for new dives.”

Tamborski concedes it takes time to become a good diver and master the mental side of the sport.

“You have to have drive, really want to work hard to get good and listen to your coach,” she said. “It takes a long time to learn. I’ve been diving for five years. I still have more things to learn.

“It is absolutely a mental game.

Chaparral’s Bryce Matthews (24) tries to hang on to the loose ball as Rock Canyon’s Tyson Gilbert also gets a hand in there as teammate Sam Masten (5) looks ready to grab the ball if it comes his way. The Wolverines defeated top-ranked Rock Canyon, 73-57, Feb. 2 in Parker.

PAUL DISALVO 11 rebounds. Junior Bryce Matthews finished with 18 points and junior Tanner Giles chipped in 11 for the Wolverines, who shot 59 percent from the field.

“It was an unbelievable atmosphere,” said DeGray. “I had never played in a game like that, not even with crosstown Legend. It pumped us up. We emphasized defense the whole game. We tried to stop Sam (Masten) from getting to the basket and have Tyson (Gilbert) shoot threes.”

Masten, a 6-3 senior, had 21 points for Rock Canyon, with 12 coming in the fourth quarter, when he had more success making driving, twisting

STATE MEET ON DECK Swimmers and divers will be together for the girls state swimming championships this month. The Class 3A and 4A meets will be Feb. 8-10 at the Veterans Memorial Aquatics Center (VMAC) in Thornton. The Class 5A championships will be Feb. 9-10 at the Edora Pool Ice Center (EPIC) in Fort Collins.

You really have to focus if you mess up a dive or it didn’t go the way you wanted. You have to focus and do better so you can make up for it.”

Divers’ abilities and fearlessness garner them the appreciation of their

shots under the basket. Gilbert had 18 points but fouled out with 5:42 remaining in the game.

“We have to get better,” said Grams.

“We want to be humble and hungry.

We didn’t want to lose to Chaparral, obviously, but maybe it was a good thing. We have to adjust and move on.

“We’ve had a slow start probably for the past five or six games and I told our guys it was going to catch up with us. When you play the best teams in the state, we are not going to be able to fight back. I give a lot of credit to Chaparral. They did a great job on the boards and taking away our transition. They played a heck of a game.” teammates.

Delaney Smith, no relation to coach Smith, is a senior swimmer at Arapahoe. She has committed to swim at UCLA and admits it has taken her a while to appreciate diving.

“I don’t understand how they twist in the air,” she said. “I’ve basically only seen diving in high school. I see it some when I watch the Olympics. I know they start practicing before we start practicing.

“They always have a lot of respect for what we are doing, and we have a lot of respect for them because I honestly would be so scared doing a flip in the air.”

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FLU FROM PAGE 13

Research Hospital in Memphis.

It may be that many of the people getting sick this year managed to avoid infection last year. Or there may be some change in the virus that hasn’t been detected yet, said the

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The 2016-17 National Federation of State High School Associations’ participation report showed there were 2,835 boys teams with 30,054 bowlers and 2,821 girls teams with 26,588 participants. The total number of high school bowlers was 56,642. There are 24 states that sanction boys bowling, while girls bowling is certified in 27 states.

All in the family McKay Vansickle and her younger sister Avery were going one-on-one on Jan. 30, but it wasn’t like it used to be in the backyard of their Castle Rock home.

The sisters played against each other in a key Continental League basketball game in the Castle View gym, and at times they were matched against each other.

CDC’s Dr. Dan Jernigan, in a call with reporters.

Based on patterns from past seasons, it’s likely the flu season will start to wane soon, experts say. There are some places, like California, where the season already seems to be easing, CDC officials said.

“If I was a betting man, I’d put money on it going down,” Webby said.

“But I’ve lost money on bets before.”

The season usually peaks in Febru-

ary, but this season started early and took off in December.

Flu is a contagious respiratory illness. It can cause a miserable but relatively mild illness in many people, but more a more severe illness in others.

Young children and the elderly are at greatest risk from flu and its complications. In a bad season, there are as many as 56,000 deaths connected to the flu.

In the U.S., annual flu shots are rec-

McKay is a 5-foot-7 senior at Castle View, who has committed to play next season at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Avery is 5-10 freshman who plays for Regis Jesuit and has already drawn interest from schools like North Carolina.

The sisters would sometimes exchange a brief word, and their parents, Brian and Tami, were able to watch both sisters play a high school game at the same time.

“We were laughing about shots and things,” McKay said. “Our parents were sitting up high and we would look at them at times.”

Regis won 49-39. Avery scored a game-high 17 points, while McKay tallied 6 points.

The sisters, who both wear No. 11, were starters. McKay is averaging 8.8 points a game and Avery 9.4 ppg.

ships, which are a four-year housing and tuition aide worth an estimated $100,000 over four years.

All three will attend the University of Colorado.

They were George Conway of Cherry Creek High School, Cole Prins of Mountain Vista and Kaia Dameron of Bear Creek.

Going for the green Three area student-caddies were among those awarded Western Golf Association Chick Evans Scholar-

ommended for everyone age 6 months or older. Last season, about 47 percent of Americans got vaccinated, according to CDC figures.

Jennifer Manton didn’t get a flu shot and got sick about three weeks ago, hit by high fever and body aches. She missed two days of work at a New York law firm, and felt bad for about 10 days.

“I had not had the flu since 1996,” said the 48-year-old Manton. “It’s been 22 years since I felt that badly.”

Promotion for coach Vince Siravo, the Faith Christian offensive coordinator for the past four years, has been promoted to the head coaching position for the Eagles’ football team.

He replaces Ralph Nance, who retired in December and inherits a team that went 9-2 last season and made the Class 2A playoffs.

Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.

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February 8, 2018

MOMS plans annual kids consignment sale Shop for baby and children’s clothing, gear, toys, books, sports equipment and more at the semi-annual Mothers of Multiples Society kids consignment sale.

Shopping is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 10 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock. The new moms presale, open to expecting moms and moms with babies younger than 6 months, begins at 9 a.m.

The kids consignment sale by MOMS is ranked one of the top 10 consignment sales in the country by Consignment Mommies. This year is the sale’s 25th anniversary. There will be door prizes for all shoppers, and a special prize for the first 25 families at the sale.

Games, bedding, backpacks, Easter

ENERGY FROM PAGE 15

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attire, furniture, nursing equipment, maternity wear and more also will be for sale. All items are 50 percent to 90 percent off retail, and sales are tax free.

Admission is $2. Checks, cash and credit cards (Visa and MasterCard) are accepted; ID will be required. Go to www.mothersofmultiples.com for a free admissions pass and to register for the new moms presale.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Mothers of Multiples Society’s Keeping Kids Safe Educational Programs, and provide support for families of multiples.

Leftover items will be donated to Kids Closet by MOMS, a fully funded clothing boutique for foster care families. For information about the sale or to find out about Mothers of Multiples Society, go to www.mothersofmultiples.com. evolving and complex issue within city halls, the capitol, boardrooms and neighborhoods, where ideas can be discussed in transparent and public settings. We can balance economic growth and provide energy in a safe, efficient, affordable and most environmentally and socially sustainable way. And yes, we, the undersigned are ready and willing to help achieve this vision.

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Notices Rule 4 of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure, and Section 19-3-503, C.R.S. 2017.

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Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED

PURSUANT TO THE LIQUOR LAW OF THE STATE OF COLORADO,

To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the Same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to:

OCCUPANT - THOMAS J MANCUSO THOMAS J HANSCH AND RHONDA KAY HANSCH - C ROGER ADDLESPERGER AS PRESIDENT OF DAWSON RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO 1 - DAWSON RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO 1 - DAWSON RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICTS 1 - 5 C/O FOLKESTAD FAZEKAS BARRICK & PATOILE - DAWSON RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRINCT NO 1 A QUASI-MUNICIPAL CORPORATION AND POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF COLORADO - DCDC II INC - DCDC II INC C/O PARACORP INCORPORATED DCDC II INC A DELAWARE CORPORATION DOUGLAS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION C/O PARACORP INCORPORATED - DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION C/O PARACORP INCORPORATED REGISTERED AGENT DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION C/O PARACORP OF CALIFORNIA INCORPORATED - DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION C/O THE CORPORATION COMPANY REGISTERED AGENT - DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION A COLORADO CORPORATION - EMELINE W HANEY DIRECTOR DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - FRANKLIN HARVEY, PRESIDENT DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - FRANKLIN L HANEY FRANKLIN L HANEY DIRECTOR DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FRANKLIN L HANEY PRESIDENT DCDC II INC - FRANKLIN L HANEY PRESIDENT DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION A COLORADO CORPORATION - JAMES M RATKOVIC AS MANAGER OF SBAB LLC A COLORADO LIMTED LIABILITY COMPANY JAMES M RATKOVIC REGISTERED AGENT SBAB LLC - LARRY D BLUST ESQ. BARNES & THORNBURG LLP - MERRICK & COMPANY RICHARD J EBERSOLE DIRECTOR DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - ROGER P BAILEY SECRETARY DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - RONALD B MERRILL ORGANIZER SBAB LLC - SAM BELZBERT MANAGER SBAB LLC - SBAB LLC C/O LYNN LANCASTER REGISTERED AGENT - SBAB LLC A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY SBAB LLC A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY C/O JAMES M RATKOVIC AS MANAGER - SUSAN J SCNEIDER INCORPORATOR DOUGLAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 6th day of November 2014 the then County Treasurer of the County of Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Thomas J Hansch and Rhonda Kay Hansch the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit:

TRACT IN SW1/4 28-8-67 & IN NW1/4 33-8-67 0.785 AM/L

and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to Thomas J Hansch and Rhonda Kay Hansch. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent* taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2013. That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Thomas J Mancuso for said year 2013

That said Thomas J Hansch and Rhonda Kay Hansch on the 8th day of November 2017 the present holder of said certificate, has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said at 1:00 o’clock P.M., on the 24th day of May 2018 unless the same has been redeemed.

Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 8th day of February 2018 /s/ Diane A. Holbert County Treasurer of Douglas County Legal Notice No.: 932563 First Publication: February 8, 2018 Last Publication: February 22, 2018 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Paddock Lounge, LLC, d/b/a Paddock Lounge, whose address 5681 Edison Ave, Carlsbad, CA has requested the Licensing Officials of Douglas County to grant a Beer & Wine Liquor License at the location of 8034 Midway Drive Unit A, Littleton, Colorado, to dispense malt and vinous by the drink for consumption on the premises.

The Public Hearing on this application is to be held by the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners at 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at 1:00 p.m.

Date of Application: January 16,2018 Officers: David O. Danglard Susan L. Danglard Legal Notice No.: 932528 First Publication: February 8, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice CALL FOR NOMINATIONS (NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF) §§ 1-13.5-501; 1-13.5-303, C.R.S. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the eligible electors of The Yard Metropolitan District of the City of Lone Tree, Douglas County, Colorado (the “District”).

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on May 8, 2018, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, three (3) directors will be elected to serve until the next regular special district election (May 2020), and two (2) directors will be elected to serve until the second regular special district election (May 2022). Eligible electors of the District interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form from the Designated Election Official (“DEO”), located at 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 2000, Centennial, CO 80122, (303-858-1800) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form is March 2, 2018. If the DEO determines a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form is not sufficient, the form may be amended once prior to 5:00 p.m. on March 2, 2018. Earlier submittal is encouraged as the deadline will not permit curing of an insufficient form after this date. An Affidavit of Intent to be a Write-In Candidate must be submitted to the office of the DEO by the close of business on March 5, 2018.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that information on obtaining an absentee ballot may be obtained from the DEO, and applications for an absentee ballot must be filed with the DEO no later than the close of business on May 1, 2018.

THE YARD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT Designated Election Official Legal Notice No.: 932498 First Publication: February 8, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press and the Lone Tree Voice PUBLIC NOTICE PURSUANT TO THE LIQUOR LAW OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Matthew Enterprises, d/b/a Chard Core Grill , whose address is 7517 East Highway 86, Franktown Colorado, has requested the Licensing Officials of Douglas County to grant a Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License at the location of 7517 East Highway 86, Franktown, Colorado, to dispense malt, vinous and spiritous by the drink for consumption on the premises. The Public Hearing on this application is to be held by the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners at 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado on Wednesday, March 7th, 2018, at 1:00 p.m.

Date of Application: January 18, 2018 Officers: Matthew Krempel Edward Lindo Legal Notice No.: 932527 First Publication: February 8, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE PURSUANT TO THE LIQUOR LAW OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Zoe’s Colorado, LLC d/b/a Zoe’s Kitchen, whose address is 5760 State Highway 121 Suite 250, Plano, Texas, has requested the Licensing Officials of Douglas County to grant a Beer & Wine Liquor License at the location of 1515 Park Central Drive, Suite 100, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, to dispense malt and vinous by the drink for consumption on the premises. The Public Hearing on this application is to be held by the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners at 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado

Zoe’s Colorado, LLC d/b/a Zoe’s Kitchen, whose address is 5760 State Highway 121 Suite 250, Plano, Texas, has requested the Licensing Officials of Douglas County to grant a Beer & Wine Liquor License at the location of 1515 Park Central Drive, Suite 100, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, to dispense malt and vinous by the drink for consumption on the premises. The Public Hearing on this application is to be held by the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners at 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado on Wednesday, March 7th, 2018, at 1:00 p.m.

City and County

Date of Application: January 18,2018 Officers: Zoe’s Kitchen, LLC Michael Todd Sunil Doshi Kevin Miles Legal Notice No.: 932529 First Publication: February 8, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice Pursuant to the laws of the State of Colorado: NEW HOTEL & RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE THAI CASTLE LLC DBA BEAU THAI II 1341 NEW BEAL STREET, UNIT 140 CASTLE ROCK, CO 80108 THAI CASTLE LLC d/b/a BEAU THAI II has requested the Liquor Licensing Authority of the Town of Castle Rock, Colorado to grant a HOTEL & RESTAURANT LIQUOR License to THAI CASTLE LLC, as provided by law, at the premises located at: 1341 NEW BEAL STREET, UNIT 140, Castle Rock, Colorado 80108 A Public Hearing on this application will be held before the Liquor Licensing Authority at the hour of 9AM or as soon thereafter as possible, on FEBRUARY 21, 2018 at the Town of Castle Rock Offices, 100 Wilcox St., Castle Rock, Colorado. At said time and place, any interested persons may appear and be heard for or against the granting of said license.

The completed application and supporting documentation was received, and reviewed for filing, on JANUARY 12, 2018.

Legal Notice No: 932470 First Publication : February 8, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Public Notice DOUGLAS COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, STATE OF COLORADO 4000 Justice Way Castle Rock, CO Douglas County, CO 80109 THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of: ELIJAH LYNCH, D.O.B.: 1/18/2011 and KAITLYN LYNCH, D.O.B.: 9/04/2009; Children, And concerning: ALICIA LYNCH, D.O.B.: 12/8/1983, Mother; and KENNETH EDWARD ADAMS, D.O.B.: 12/8/1983 AND JOHN DOE, Father; Respondents.

And CATHERINE LYNCH, D.O.B.: 8/3/1960, Maternal Grandmother; Special Respondent.

Attorney for Department: John Thirkell, #13865 R. LeeAnn Reigrut, #28833 Thomas Joaquin, #30941 4400 Castleton Ct. Castle Rock, CO 80109 (303) 663-7726 FAX 877-285-8988 jthirkel@douglas.co.us lreigrut@douglas.co.us tjoaquin@douglas.co.us CASE NUMBER: 17JV242 DIVISION 7 DEPENDENCY SUMMONS This Summons is initiated pursuant to Rule 2.2 of the Colorado Rules of Juvenile Procedure, Rule 4 of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure, and Section 19-3-503, C.R.S. 2017.

TO: KENNETH EDWARD ADAMS, D.O.B.: 12/8/1983 You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed which alleges that the above-named children are dependent or neglected as per the facts set forth in the Dependency and Neglect Petition, a copy of which can be obtained through the counsel for the Douglas County Department of Human Services.

A Return of Service and Adjudicatory Hearing for the Respondent Fathers and a Permanent Planning Hearing have been set for April 2, 2018 at 9:00 a.m., in Division 7, Douglas County District Court, 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, Colorado, 80109.

Your presence before this court is required to defend against the claims in this petition. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR, THE COURT WILL PROCEED IN YOUR ABSENCE, WITHOUT

TO: KENNETH EDWARD ADAMS, D.O.B.: 12/8/1983

You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed which alleges that the above-named children are dependent or neglected as per the facts set forth in the Dependency and Neglect Petition, a copy of which can be obtained through the counsel for the Douglas County Department of Human Services.

filed which alleges that the above-named children are dependent or neglected as per the facts set forth in the Dependency and Neglect Petition, a copy of which can be obtained through the counsel for the Douglas County Department of Human Services.

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A Return of Service and Adjudicatory Hearing for the Respondent Fathers and a Permanent Planning Hearing have been set for April 2, 2018 at 9:00 a.m., in Division 7, Douglas County District Court, 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, Colorado, 80109.

Your presence before this court is required to A Return of Service and Adjudicatory Hearthecall claims in this petition. IF To advertise yourdefend publicagainst notices 303-566-4100 ing for the Respondent Fathers and a PerYOU FAIL TO APPEAR, THE COURT WILL manent Planning Hearing have been set for PROCEED IN YOUR ABSENCE, WITHOUT April 2, 2018 at 9:00 a.m., in Division 7, FURTHER NOTICE, TO CONDUCT AN ADJUDouglas County District Court, 4000 Justice DICATORY HEARING AND MAY ENTER A Way, Castle Rock, Colorado, 80109.

JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT THEREBY ADJUDICATING YOUR CHILDREN AS DEPENDYour presence before this court is required to ENT OR NEGLECTED CHILDREN. defend against the claims in this petition. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR, THE COURT WILL You have the right to request a trial by jury at PROCEED IN YOUR ABSENCE, WITHOUT the adjudicatory stage of this petition. You also FURTHER NOTICE, TO CONDUCT AN ADJUhave the right to legal representation at every DICATORY HEARING AND MAY ENTER A stage of the proceedings by counsel of your own JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT THEREBY ADJUchoosing, or if you are without sufficient finanDICATING YOUR CHILDREN AS DEPENDcial means, appointment of counsel by the ENT OR NEGLECTED CHILDREN. Court. Termination of your parent-child legal relationship to free your children for adoption is a You have the right to request a trial by jury at possible remedy in this proceeding. If that remthe adjudicatory stage of this petition. You also edy is pursued, you are entitled to a hearing behave the right to legal representation at every fore a Judge. You also have the right, if you are stage of the proceedings by counsel of your own indigent, to have the Court appoint, at no exchoosing, or if you are without sufficient finanpense to you, one expert witness of your own cial means, appointment of counsel by the choosing at any hearing on the termination of Court. Termination of your parent-child legal reyour parent-child relationship. If you are a minor, lationship to free your children for adoption is a you have the right to the appointment of a possible remedy in this proceeding. If that remGuardian ad litem to represent your best inedy is pursued, you are entitled to a hearing beterests. fore a Judge. You also have the right, if you are indigent, to have the Court appoint, at no exYou have the right to have this matter heard by pense to you, one expert witness of your own a district court judge rather than by the magischoosing at any hearing on the termination of trate. You may waive that right, and in doing so, your parent-child relationship. If you are a minor, you will be bound by the findings and recomyou have the right to the appointment of a mendations of the magistrate, subject to review Guardian ad litem to represent your best inas provided by sec. 19-1-108(5.5), C.R.S. 2017, terests. and subsequently, to the right of appeal as provided by Colorado Appellate Rule 3.4.

You have the right to have this matter heard by a district court judge rather than by the magisThis summons is being initiated by the Douglas trate. You may waive that right, and in doing so, County Department of Human Services through you will be bound by the findings and recomits counsel. mendations of the magistrate, subject to review as provided by sec. 19-1-108(5.5), C.R.S. 2017, Dated: 1/25/18 and subsequently, to the right of appeal as /s/ R. LeeAnn Reigrut provided by Colorado Appellate Rule 3.4.

R. LeeAnn Reigrut, #28833 Assistant Douglas County Attorney This summons is being initiated by the Douglas County Department of Human Services through Legal Notice No: 932522 its counsel.

First Publication : February 8, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Dated: 1/25/18 Publisher: Douglas County News Press /s/ R. LeeAnn Reigrut R. LeeAnn Reigrut, #28833 Assistant Douglas County Attorney

City and County

Legal Notice No: 932521 First Publication : February 8, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Public Notice DOUGLAS COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, STATE OF COLORADO 4000 Justice Way Castle Rock, CO Douglas County, CO 80109 THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of: ELIJAH LYNCH, D.O.B.: 1/18/2011 and KAITLYN LYNCH, D.O.B.: 9/04/2009; Children, And concerning: ALICIA LYNCH, D.O.B.: 12/8/1983, Mother; and KENNETH EDWARD ADAMS, D.O.B.: 12/8/1983 AND JOHN DOE, Father; Respondents.

And CATHERINE LYNCH, D.O.B.: 8/3/1960, Maternal Grandmother; Special Respondent.

City and County

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Attorney for Department: John Thirkell, #13865 R. LeeAnn Reigrut, #28833 Thomas Joaquin, #30941 4400 Castleton Ct. Castle Rock, CO 80109 (303) 663-7726 FAX 877-285-8988 jthirkel@douglas.co.us lreigrut@douglas.co.us tjoaquin@douglas.co.us CASE NUMBER: 17JV242 DIVISION 7 DEPENDENCY SUMMONS This Summons is initiated pursuant to Rule 2.2 of the Colorado Rules of Juvenile Procedure, Rule 4 of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure, and Section 19-3-503, C.R.S. 2017.

TO: JOHN DOE You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed which alleges that the above-named children are dependent or neglected as per the facts set forth in the Dependency and Neglect Petition, a copy of which can be obtained through the counsel for the Douglas County Department of Human Services.

A Return of Service and Adjudicatory Hearing for the Respondent Fathers and a Permanent Planning Hearing have been set for April 2, 2018 at 9:00 a.m., in Division 7, Douglas County District Court, 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, Colorado, 80109.

Your presence before this court is required to defend against the claims in this petition. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR, THE COURT WILL PROCEED IN YOUR ABSENCE, WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE, TO CONDUCT AN ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND MAY ENTER A JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT THEREBY ADJUDICATING YOUR CHILDREN AS DEPENDENT OR NEGLECTED CHILDREN. You have the right to request a trial by jury at the adjudicatory stage of this petition. You also

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