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Silverthorn chooses Steve Peck to serve District E

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Steve Peck, a health care executive and a former officer in the U.S. Navy, has been chosen to fill the District E Douglas County Board of Education seat vacated by Doug Benevento.

He was sworn in Nov. 7 at a ceremony at the school district building in Castle Rock.

Benevento vacated his director seat — which encompasses Lone Tree, Acres Green, Castle Pines and eastern Highlands Ranch — on Sept. 8, saying he had accomplished all he could during his seven years on the board.

Peck Board President Meghann Silverthorn chose Peck, a resident of Highlands Ranch, after the board was unable to agree on a candidate.

State law requires the board president to choose a replacement if the board has not decided on one after 60 days. That period ended Nov. 7.

Silverthorn said she feels the community is ready to move on from the matter.

“I’m looking forward to getting back to the business of kids and accomplishing what we want to accomplish,” Silverthorn said. “I think there’s plenty of business to be done, so I want to focus on that and move forward.”

Silverthorn pointed to Peck’s military service and youth as reasons he would be a strong addition to the seven-member board, saying he has a different skill set and provides a different perspective than anyone currently serving.

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Former South Suburban director honored as ‘legend’ David Lorenz’s years of service noted by professional association

BY KYLE HARDING KHARDING@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Former longtime South Suburban Parks and Recreation District Executive Director David Lorenz is now a legend in his field.

Lorenz, who spent 30 years leading the district before retiring in 2015, was given the Legend award by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration at a board of directors meeting on Oct. 26.

Lorenz “Many of the things he did with South Suburban are leaders in the parks and recreation filed,” said Dirk Ridgewine of the AAPRA Legends nominating committee, who presented Lorenz with the award.

Lorenz gave much of his credit to his staff over the years, saying he surrounded himself with smart people.

“I was lucky to be in the right place at the right time, with a rapidly

growing community of citizens who recognized and appreciated the value of parks, open space, trails and recreation facilities,” Lorenz said.

Under his watch, the district acquired Lone Tree Golf Club, Hudson Gardens & Event Center and the Family Sports Center, all previously privately owned. He also initiated the development of an old Arapahoe County landfill into the athletic complex that is now David A. Lorenz Regional Park.

“We were able to expand the district greatly under Dave’s leadership,” said SSPRD board member Jim Taylor. “He provided a lot of really good leadership for a long time.”

Lorenz was hired in 1967 as a recreation supervisor for the fledging district before taking over as director.

“In 1967, there wasn’t a lot of growth and development down here,” he said.

Lorenz climbed the ladder quickly at the district, being promoted to superintendent of recreation and then assistant director.

Lorenz graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in recreation management before serving two years in the military and earning a master’s degree from University of ColoradoDenver in urban and regional planning.

NEWS IN A HURRY Lane closures set for C-470 Drivers along C-470 can expect intermittent lane closures overnight as work begins on the corridor’s express lane project, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.

Eastbound and westbound lanes will experience closures on alternating nights as crews set up temporary barriers and conduct earth and utility work in between Lucent Boulevard and Quebec Street.

Speeds will be reduced to 55 mph in the lane closure areas as well.

Closures will most likely be between 9:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m., CDOT said.

SSPRD holding plan meetings South Suburban Parks and Recreation District will hold two interactive public meetings on its master plan.

Meetings will be at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 10 at Goodson Recreation Center and Nov. 17 at Lone Tree Golf Club & Hotel.

The meetings will offer attendees the opportunity to vote on ideas put forth by consultants for the plan. The master plan, the district’s first, will guide its decisions and funding priorities for the next decade.

County holding water workshop Douglas County invites the public to attend a workshop at 4 p.m.

on Nov. 14 in the commissioners’ hearing room at 100 Third Street in Castle Rock, where public comment will be taken on proposed changes to the Douglas County Zoning Resolution Section 1BA, the Water Supply Overlay District, and a newly proposed section that seeks to encourage the use of renewable use water supplies for new development. It also includes a process to lower water demand based on further submittal requirements.

To read a summary of the amendments, go to www.douglas.co.us; under “About Us,” click on “Newsroom,” then click on “Water supply zoning resolution amendments ready for public comment now until Nov. 23.”

Sheriff warns of scams The Douglas County Sheriff ’s Office has received numerous reports of fraud schemes involving Green Dot MoneyPaks, prepaid cards available at many retail outlets including grocery and drugstores.

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Veterans Day Douglas County offices will be closed Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Many county services are availalbe online at www.douglas.co.us

Veterans Day Tribute - Nov. 11 All are welcome to honor veterans - past and present - on Friday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Monument Plaza in downtown Castle Rock. Please visit www.douglasveterans.org or dcvmf.org for more information.

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Higher-education campus in planning stages Douglas County School District is partnering with Arapahoe Community College and Colorado State University on project

‘The educational system is now catching up with the population of learners.’

Kathay Rennels, associate vice president for engagement, Colorado State University

BY MIKE DIFERDINANDO MDIFERDINANDO@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A partnership is forming between Arapahoe Community College, Colorado State University and the Douglas County School District to create a higher-education campus in Castle Rock.

The project is still in the planning stages and a location has not been determined.

The collaboration aims to create an educational environment that will provide local high school students with a chance for concurrent enrollment for college credit, as well as provide further higher education for adults.

“The educational system is now catching up with the population of learners,” said Kathay Rennels, associate vice president for engagement at CSU. “You no longer have to leave where you are and come to Fort Collins to get a higher education.

You can continue your education

wherever you are.”

Rennels said, to her knowledge, it is the first collaboration of its kind in the state. She said Castle Rock, with a population of about 60,000, has been targeted for the campus because of its growing population and accessibility from other areas along I-25.

Rennels said the idea is to look at education as a continuous ecosystem rather than levels of achievement one passes through.

“We also see this as an opportunity for older learners to continue their education or be retrained in a new field in a way that fits into their lives.”

Arapahoe Community College has campuses in Littleton, Parker and Castle Rock.

ACC President Diana Doyle said

the community college has taken the lead in bringing the program together. ACC already has concurrent enrollment relationships in place with the Douglas County School District and CSU. Doyle said the goal is to “create seamless pathways” for students to move through their education.

A student enrolled in the new program would have the opportunity to move directly through high school, to the community college level and then eventually graduate with a degree from CSU without leaving Douglas County.

School district officials said they were excited at the prospect of expanding their relationship with higher education and to provide more options for students.

“We have always appreciated our

strong partnership with Arapahoe Community College, which has afforded numerous concurrent enrollment courses to our students and families,” DCSD Assistant Superintendent Steve Cook said in an emailed statement. “Expanding on this collaboration, and including CSU Global, we together will provide even more opportunities for our students in the future.”

She added the program will incorporate local businesses.

“Our hope is to bring in local businesses and entrepreneurs into the fold to give students real-world experiences in their fields,” Doyle said.

Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce President Pam Ridler said higher education has been “the missing piece” that will allow the town to be a self-sustaining community.

“This will assist us in keeping our younger population to stay in Castle Rock after high school and should assist our retail and service industries in (keeping up) with their need for employees,” Ridler said. “The campus at this time is planning to focus on health care, IT and entrepreneurial programing.”

Doyle said more details on the collaboration should be available in early 2017.

“This will be a very unique model,” she said. “It’s not happening anywhere else that we know of at this time.”

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Where horse dreams come true

Cottonwood Riding Club adapts to surrounding development

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITY

John and Chris Gandomcar bought Cottonwood Riding Club 35 years ago when the land was home to a junkyard, a dairy barn and three homes.

The couple embarked on horseback rides down the High Line Canal Trail when they came upon a chunk of land north of Titan Road adjacent to Chatfield State Park. John worked for a print shop at the time and Chris worked for an insurance company.

They took out a loan from their parents and convinced the landowner to sell what is now Cottonwood Riding Club.

“Everything they made they put back into the business,” said their daughter Erica Gandomcar-Sachs, who now manages the riding facility in northwest Douglas County with her sister, Tara Gandomcar Hieb. “It’s kind of that true American success story.”

The sisters officially took over the family business in 2015. Their parents live in the Roxborough Park area and come to the riding club daily.

The 100-acre property is surrounded by miles of untouched land and has a backdrop of the foothills. It’s home to about 100 horses and a variety of spaces, including outdoor and indoor riding arenas, stables, barns and a polo field.

“Cottonwood is an oasis,” said Hieb, 41, who recalls trail riding from Cottonwood to the Highlands Ranch Mansion years ago. “The people and the horses here are calm.”

The surrounding land will soon change. Sterling Ranch — a 3,400acre, mixed-use development that is expected to have 12,000 homes after a 20-year buildout — is under construction south of Cottonwood.

Instead of resisting change, the sisters say they are going with the flow.

They recently finished a new 23-stall barn to accommodate more horses, and they are building berms around the property to block off some of the outside commotion.

“Our dad taught us to be compas-

Owner Erica Gandomcar-Sachs stands in front of the newest addition to Cottonwood Riding Club: a 23-stall barn. With the development of Sterling Ranch next door, Gandomcar-Sachs and her sister, also an owner, are prepared to adapt to change.

“Growth is going to happen,” Gandomcar-Sachs said. “You can choose to adapt to it and revolutionize things.” sionate,” said Gandomcar-Sachs, 37, who lives with her husband and 3-year-old daughter in the Cottonwood home she was raised in. “Everyone is entitled to live somewhere, and Douglas County is a great place to live.”

The sisters also learned from their parents how to deal with a variety of people. They see all walks of life at their facility, from those who participate in polo — a sport often associated with the wealthy — to those who are getting on a horse for the first time.

Their goal, they said, it to revolutionize the industry.

“The horse industry is very traditional,” Hieb said. “Why not make it more accessible to the masses?”

The facility has eight trainers who teach and train a variety of riding styles, including jumping, dressage, English and polo.

Annie Lloyd, of Littleton, has been a trainer at Cottonwood since 2001.

She started riding as a kid in England, where she was born and raised. The aspect she likes most about Cottonwood is that it isn’t limited to one riding style.

“It’s healthy for the horse and the rider,” she said. “Imagine getting up and going to work every single day.

Address: 10415 Roxborough Park Road Phone: 303-791-7656 Website: cottonwoodridingclub.com Services: Western riding clinics monthly, private and group lessons, polo lessons for riders of all levels, training program Monday through Saturday for English huntseat, jumping, dressage and eventing.

Boarding: Three large barns for indoor boarding, large open paddocks, double or

Gronli started horseback riding as a mother-daughter activity. Her daughter didn’t take to the riding, but she did. She visits Cottonwood three to four times a week.

“It’s my sanctuary,” she said. “It’s my favorite place to be.”

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Lone Tree’s project will focus on making the Lone Tree Link more accessible through technology.

The city is one of 16 selected to join Transportation for America’s smart cities collaborative.

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Lone Tree picked for smart cities project Project will focus on free shuttle that links to light rail

BY MIKE DIFERDINANDO MDIFERDINANDO@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Lone Tree will help shape the future of transportation as part of new technologyfocused group of American cities.

The city has been selected to join Transportation for America’s smart cities collaborative to explore how technology can improve urban mobility.

Lone Tree will work with 15 other cities to tackle the challenges related to implementing smart city policies and projects.

Google parent company Alphabet’s Sidewalk Labs is sponsoring the project, which will take place during the course of the next year.

Lone Tree was selected from the nearly 60 cities that applied. The City of Centennial is also among those that have been chosen for the project.

“From very early on, Lone Tree has been purposeful in its goal to be a national model for its next generation transportation network,” Mayor Jackie Millet said in a statement. “The Smart Cities Collaborative is a unique opportunity to continue these efforts and team up with the nation’s brightest minds in transportation and mobility.”

Cities will share best practices, technical assistance and new programs. Lone Tree was selected from the nearly 60 cities that applied.

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Scammers will also post online ads for goods or services and request payment by MoneyPak, only the goods or services don’t arrive and the “seller” is

“We are excited by the opportunity to learn form the other cities, but we also feel like we have a lot to offer,” said Lone Tree Economic Development Director Jeff Howell.

Lone Tree and the other member cities will form working groups that will focus on three core areas: • Automated vehicles, and their potential impact on urban transit systems, congestion, transportation equity and the environment.

• Shared mobility, and how it could help cities provide equitable, affordable and more sustainable transportation choices.

• Performance measures and data analytics, and how to use data to manage complex transportation networks and achieve transit equity and environmental goals.

Lone Tree will be part of the shared mobility working group and focus on first and last mile solutions to its local transit system.

The project will focus on the Lone Tree Link and becoming more accessible through technology.

The Link is a free shuttle service that connects local businesses to the end-of theline light rail stop at Lincoln Station.

“We are very proud of the success we have had with the program and we are hoping to build on that,” Howell said.

He said the Link would be exploring ways to move from fixed lop to something more interactive.

“We will have the opportunity to work with new technology partners that will help us grow the program and meet people were they are,” Howell said.

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The sheriff ’s office also asks citizens to avoid solicitations requesting payment of fees or fines with MoneyPak cards or wire transfers. Other tips are to hang up and call local law enforcement immediately if someone claiming after receiving any such calls, and to always trust one’s instincts if something doesn’t seem right about a solicitation.

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ELECTION 2016

Former coroner to join board of commissioners

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITY

Lora Thomas, former coroner of Douglas County, will join the threeperson board of county commissioners. Thomas will be replacing termlimited Jill Repella in District 3.

“I’m really grateful that the citizens of Douglas County trust me to make good decisions for their future,” said Thomas, a Highlands Ranch resident who will be sworn in for her first term in January. “This really is about the future of Douglas County.”

District 3 is largely made up of

Highlands Ranch. However, commissioners in Douglas County are elected “at-large,” meaning all county voters can weigh in on each district.

With 66.4 percent of the vote, Thomas defeated Democratic opponent Erica Bullock-Jones.

Thomas, 60, is a thirdgeneration Coloradan Thomas who grew up in Denver.

She has lived in Douglas County for 25 years.

Thomas was the Douglas County coroner from 2011-15. Before that,

she attained the rank of major in the Colorado State Patrol, where she served for 26 years.

Thomas is the president of A Night With the Coroner, a nonprofit organization for suicide-prevention awareness.

As county commissioner, Thomas will focus on the amount and structure of taxes in Douglas County. She also plans to zero in on growth, traffic congestion and water. “I really am about maintaining the character of Douglas County,” Thomas said.

Bullock-Jones and her husband moved to Denver in 2010 and High-

lands Ranch in 2013.

She’s now the program administrator of business development at Holland & Hart LLP, a Colorado-based law firm in downtown Denver.

“Congratulations to Lora Thomas on her win,” Bullock-Jones said. “I am deeply grateful to my supporters, donors and volunteers for their hard work, diligence and devotion to our campaign. It was truly a humbling experience to receive that outpouring of unconditional support. I remain dedicated to the success of Douglas County and plan to continue to be active in promoting civic causes.”

Partridge to continue representing county’s District 2

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITY

Republican incumbent Roger Partridge is set to embark on his second term as the Douglas County commissioner for District 2.

With 68.5 percent of the vote, he defeated Democrat Nathaniel Kaiman in the general election Nov. 8.

“It’s a privilege and honor to serve as a commissioner for Douglas County

and all the municipalities, and I’m grateful for the opportunity,” said Partridge, a Sedalia resident who will be sworn in for another four-year term in January. “The first I’ll say is give glory to God. Second, give thanks to all those who got me on the ballot.

Partridge And third, a big thanks for all those who voted.”

Partridge is the 2016 vice chair of the board of commissioners. His district encompasses Castle Rock, Castle Pines and nearby areas.

Prior to serving as county commissioner, Partridge served as a Douglas County planning commissioner and spent three years as the beef superintendent for the Douglas County 4-H Program.

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top priorities as county commissioner include working toward a viable and renewable water supply; finding solutions for traffic and transportation challenges in the county; seeking added support for the advancement of economic and job growth opportunities; and protecting the balance and quality of life in Douglas County.

Kaiman did not return a request for comment.

ROUNDUP OF THE RESULTS The following are unofficial results from the Nov. 8 election, posted on the Colorado Secretary of State’s website the morning of Nov. 9: 4th Congressional District Ken Buck, Republican, 64.1 percent; Bob Seay, Democrat, 31.3 percent; Bruce Griffith, Libertarian, 4.6 percent Incumbent Buck, a Windsor resident, won a second term. The district includes Castle Rock, Parker, Lone Tree, Elbert County and much of the state’s rural eastern plains.

6th Congressional District Mike Coffman, Republican, 51.6 percent; Morgan Carroll, Democrat, 42.6 percent; Norm Olsen, Libertarian, 4.6 percent; Robert Lee Worthey, Green, 1.3 percent Incumbent Coffman, of Aurora, won a hotly contested race. Along with Aurora, the district includes Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Greenwood Village, most of Littleton, Brighton and parts of Thornton.

State Senate District 4 Jim Smallwood, Republican, 69.4 percent; Christina Riegel, Democrat, 30.6 percent In the race to replace term-limited Republican Mark Scheffel, Smallwood, an insurance broker from Parker, was the voters’ choice. The district includes Castle Rock, Parker, Castle Pines, Franktown and Larkspur.

State House District 39 Polly Lawrence, Republican, 71.1 percent;

Richard Opler, Democrat, 28.9 percent The incumbent Lawrence, of Roxborough Park, won in her bid for re-election. The district includes Roxborough Park, Larkspur, Franktown and Teller County.

State House District 43 Kevin Van Winkle, Republican, 60.4 percent; Scott Wagner, Democrat, 39.6 percent Van Winkle was successful in his effort to gain a second term. The district is primarily made up of Highlands Ranch.

State House District 44 Kim Ransom, Republican, 64.7 percent; Tim Hicks, Democrat, 35.3 percent Ransom, an Acres Green resident, garnered a second term. The district mainly comprises Lone Tree, Acres Green and Parker.

State House District 45 Patrick Neville, Republican, 70 percent; Shantell Schweikart, Democrat, 30 percent Neville, the incumbent from Castle Rock, was re-elected. The district includes Castle Rock and Castle Pines, among other areas of Douglas County.

Douglas County commissioner, District 2 Roger Partridge, Republican, 68.5 percent; Nathaniel Kaiman, Democrat, 31.5 percent

The incumbent Partridge, of Sedalia, was chosen for a second term. District 2 includes Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Sedalia and Larkspur.

Douglas County commissioner, District 3 Lora Thomas, Republican, 66.4 percent; Erica Bullock-Jones, Democrat, 33.6 percent (127,547 votes counted) In the race to replace term-limited Republican Jill Repella, Thomas, a Highlands Ranch resident and the former county coroner, was the voters’ pick. District 3 is primarily composed of Highlands Ranch.

18th Judicial District Attorney George Brauchler, Republican, 100 percent Brauchler, a Parker resident, ran unopposed in his bid for re-election. The district encompasses Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties.

State Board of Education, District 6 Debora Scheffel, Republican, 50.6 percent; Rebecca McClellan, Democrat, 49.4 percent Incumbent Scheffel, of Parker, won re-election in a tight race. The district includes Aurora, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Greenwood Village, most of Littleton, Brighton and parts of Thornton.

University of Colorado regent, District 4 Sue Sharkey, Republican, 65 percent; Bob Owens, Democrat, 35 percent The incumbent Sharkey, of Castle Rock, won another term. The district includes Castle Rock, Parker, Lone Tree, Elbert County and much of the state’s rural eastern plains.

University of Colorado regent, at large Heidi Ganahl, Republican, 52.5 percent; Alice Madden, Democrat, 47.5 percent Ganahl, a resident of Superior, was elected by voters across the state to join the board.

RTD director, District G Ken Mihalik, 100 percent The Acres Green resident ran unopposed in his effort to replace Gary Lasater, who chose not to seek re-election. The district includes Lone Tree and portions of Centennial, Aurora and Parker.

RTD director, District H Doug Tisdale, 100 percent The Cherry Hills Village resident did not have an opponent in his bid to replace termlimited Kent Bagley. In addition to Cherry Hills Village, the district includes Columbine Valley, western Centennial, much of Greenwood Village and most of Littleton and Highlands Ranch.

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VETERANS DAY SALUTE

One couple’s mission of matrimony Veterans who met at Cimarron Veterans Day assembly now married

BY TOM SKELLEY TSKELLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Erin and Cole Vollenweider lived in Parker and went to the same schools a year apart, graduating in 2006 and 2007, but they didn’t meet until a middle school Veterans Day assembly in 2010, where they talked to students about the oaths they swore to protect the United States.

Five years later, they took another vow, to each other.

Cole, a corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps who had returned from active infantry duty in Afghanistan, had been coming to Cimarron Middle School in Parker to talk about his service since his boot camp days. Erin, a medical flight specialist with the Air Force, was nervous about her first presentation to the students.

“We started off taking turns, then we kind of just talked together,” Erin said. “It just clicked.”

By the time they both left the school that day, Erin didn’t have the jitters anymore. And, thanks to the teacher who coordinated the assembly, she had Cole’s phone number.

The teacher “was telling me all day that she was going to get her number for me,” Cole said with a grin. “But those two beat me to the punch.”

The couple became fast friends, talking on the phone and emailing, and taking things slowly.

“I didn’t have much of an expectation, we were just going to have a friendship,” Erin said. “Because of our life schedules, we didn’t see each other again until that January.”

The two began dating in September 2011, almost a year after the Cimarron assembly, and were married in 2015. They don’t talk shop much now, but Cole said the common experiences they shared in the military

The Vollenweiders pose with their dog, Lulu, after their wedding in 2015. The couple say they still have busy schedules that keep them apart much of the time, but they value what time they do get to spend with each other.

PHOTOS COURTESY ERIN VOLLENWEIDER gave them a foundation to build their relationship.

“You get out and you’re kind of a black sheep in a way,” he said.

“You’ve done things and seen things the average person wouldn’t feel comfortable having a discussion about, so it’s nice to have someone who understands the way things are.”

Erin didn’t deploy until the two had already been dating for more than a year. In 2012, she joined a medical flight evacuation unit at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.

She took comfort knowing Cole was waiting at home, and that he knew what she was going through.

“The first month we weren’t in

touch much, but it made it easier to know that he got it,” Erin said. “I didn’t have to explain if I couldn’t call because he understood.”

But after the things he saw during his tours of duty, Cole was less at ease with the situation.

“You feel helpless, you feel like you’re watching someone you care about getting in a car accident and you can’t do anything to stop it,” he said.

They live in Parker, under the same roof, but scheduling time together is still a challenge. Cole just began working for the Commerce City Police Department and doesn’t have a set schedule, while Erin works 12-hour shifts at Craig

Hospital and still serves as technical sergeant in the Air Force reserves.

A rare dinner at a restaurant, or even running errands on one of Erin’s days switching from day to night shifts, now counts as a date.

“We just know that sometimes you don’t know when the other one is coming home,” Erin said. “We adapt and change, our whole relationship has been that way.”

Some couples would be frustrated by the lack of time together, but for Erin and Cole, whose experiences have shown them how precious life is, any time together is a gift.

“We capitalize on the time we have together,” Cole said. “We try to make the best of everything.”

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A few more thoughts on why we all need an attitude of gratitude WINNING WORDS

Michael Norton

With the month of November upon us and Thanksgiving just a couple of weeks away, I am finding myself consumed with feelings of gratitude. Perhaps I am finding myself in this state of abundant gratitude because of the holiday and how we are all called to remember and give thanks for all of our blessings. I am not exactly sure what is driving the immense feeling of gratitude, but I am very glad it is here.

Over these next few weeks I will continue to explore the attitude of gratitude and what it really means to give thanks and show appreciation for what we have been given, what we have earned, the people in our lives, and for all of the opportunities

that are still to come.

Zig Ziglar used to share these statements when talking about gratitude, “Gratitude is one of the healthiest of all human emotions,” and he also shared, “The more that we can show gratitude for what we already have, the more that we will have to be grateful for.” So as much as we want to look into our future or look to new opportunities to be thankful for, it is so very important to first recognize and appreciate the people and the things that are already in our lives at this very moment.

Too often I believe that many of us get caught up in a “Grass is always greener on the other side” mentality. We stop appre-

ciating what we have right in front of us and we seek to add more toys or “things” to our lives, thinking that those will bring us greater joy and happiness.

And believe it or not, there are those amongst us who have stopped showing appreciation or recognizing the people in their lives who have always been there for them and who will always be there for them in the future. These great friends or family members are those who never seem to say “No,” and who walk by our side during our victories and who stand next to us in our very worst moments. Whether we need a SEE NORTON, P11

It’s worth noting that a little quirk never hurt anyone QUIET DESPERATION

Craig Marshall Smith

LETTER TO THE EDITOR A missed opportunity The process to fill the vacancy in Director District E is the most important decision currently facing the Douglas County School Board because it will set the stage for our effective operation and governance over the next year. This process should have demonstrated to the public the board’s willingness

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Every time I write a sentence without misspelling a word, I point to the sky.

Every time I get home with all of the groceries that were on my list, I

point to the sky.

Every time I finish all of the laundry and fold all of the towels neat like, I point to the sky.

I am not exactly sure why I do it — point to the sky, I mean — but I see others, mostly athletes, do it, and it must hold some benefits.

Many athletes are very superstitious, and that could be part of it. Or it could be they are thanking a higher power for a bunt single.

I have very few superstitions.

I used to wear a particular sweatshirt when my team played. I don’t think it ever changed the outcome.

I don’t throw salt over my shoulder, because my ants are addicted to sodium.

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I met Jennifer on the 13th, and that was just about the luckiest day of my life, so the number 13 holds no fears or concerns for me.

I regularly walk under ladders.

If I see a black cat, I ask it to cross my path.

I broke a mirror on purpose in college.

The assignment was to draw a self-portrait using a mirror.

I was self-absorbed and full of doubts about myself at the same time, so working with a shattered mirror’s reflection seemed absolutely correct.

I face all of my products, but I don’t think that counts as a superstition.

Facing a product means that the label faces frontally.

I know it sounds fussy, but I have a graphic designer living inside of me, and I appreciate good graphics.

If there are two similar products on a store’s shelf, and one has a better looking label, I will purchase it, even if it is more expensive.

I do have some habits or routines that are unorthodox, but I don’t think they SEE SMITH, P11

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NORTON: Small gestures of appreciation and gratitude can create moments of joy FROM PAGE 10

ride, a loan or a loaf of bread, these individuals are our constant “go-to” people. So why don’t we let them know more frequently? Do we say thank you as often as we could? Have we sent them a “thank you” card or small gift showing our appreciation?

You see, showing gratitude and appreciation doesn’t have to be celebrated with huge grandiose gifts or acknowledgments. As a matter of fact most times the person receiving that “Thank you” would prefer to stay under the radar and is much happier with a simple “Thank you.”

One of my favorite ways of showing someone how grateful I am for all that they may be doing in my life or have done for me at some point is to do something special in return. If I have received a terrific meal I will usually take over washing the dishes and clearing the table. If someone helped me on a project or at an event I will make sure to acknowledge their efforts to the audience or to my colleagues. And if it is someone who consistently goes above and beyond the call of duty I will make it a point to send them a note, an email, a text, or I will call them and share my gratitude personally.

That message may look like or sound something like this, “I just wanted to call and let you know that you made my day today. I don’t always have the opportunity to share with you how much I appreciate all that you do, but today when I woke up I remembered just how blessed I am to have you in my life. Whenever

we have a chance to talk or exchange messages you always lift me up and that means the world to me. You are a true friend and today I just wanted you to know how much I appreciate you.”

Trust me, if you send out two or three of those messages to the special people in your life you will probably receive some fairly positive, emotional, and thankful messages in return. And don’t limit yourself to two or three, I have found myself sending out five to 10 in a given day.

There should be no limit or ceiling to the number of grateful messages that you share with those who you truly appreciate.

Just imagine how you might feel if someone sent you such a message, I’ll bet you would probably feel pretty good, maybe even awesome.

The attitude of gratitude is so very powerful.

So how about you? As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday are you taking the time to appreciate what you already have as well as the most important people in your life?

Or could you use a little reminder to help develop that attitude of gratitude? Either way I would love to hear all about your views on gratitude at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we appreciate what we have and openly show our gratitude, it really will be a better than good week.

are done to promote good luck, or to fend off bad luck.

On the 15th of every month, at 7 in the morning sharp, I recite the first line of “A Tale of Two Cities” to my dog.

I never say “gesundheit” when someone sneezes. Instead I say, “You asked for it. You got it. Toyota.”

If someone tries to pull the “interrupting cow, knock-knock” joke on me, I automatically begin to sing “Help Me Rhonda.” I can’t explain it.

I have no peculiar routines before I paint or write, unless you consider a slice of haggis and a glass of Ovaltine a peculiar routine.

Each of us has endearing moments of behavior that are unique, and develop over time, and that may seem odd to others.

How we arrange our shirts and shoes, for example. What do you do with currency? Are the portraits

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people we were elected to represent.

This directly contradicts our code of conduct. The board president has subsequently refused to hold a meeting to review the feedback from our community after our public discussion about the four candidates nominated to fill the vacancy. (Our discussion starting at 1:19:40 https:// livestream.com/DCSDK12/ events/5964879/videos/139242551).

In last year’s election, the public chose a new direction for the school district — one that builds trust and transparency and one that listens to the community. As the most recently elected board members, we have indicated that we are willing to compromise on our top choice and have asked for an open discussion to review candidates and bring

forward feedback received from the public. Instead, we have been repeatedly interrupted, maligned, threatened, and cussed at by fellow board members (please see: https://www. facebook.com/MarkBoyle7NEWS/ videos/1140867725934292/).

Our students deserve representation on this school board by someone who has more than four months within that district boundary. They shouldn’t have to settle for a director who is not the best qualified and has already been controversial even before swearing an oath of office.

The public is tired of those in power manipulating the system to serve their own interests.

Wendy Vogel Director, District A Board of Education, Douglas County School District

Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.

SMITH: There are many endearing moments of behavior that make each one of us unique FROM PAGE 10

LETTER: Students deserve representation on school board with more experience

this way and that, or are they all frontal in your wallet?

Candles, crosses, charms, talismans, amulets, totems — do any of them do any good?

I met a man who operated a fourleaf clover farm. He was the unluckiest man I have ever known.

Some people have been hit by lightning more than once, and some have won the lottery more than once.

I’d look them up if I had the resources. I think it would make a good documentary.

I wouldn’t be surprised if some of the unlucky ones have the very same superstitions that the lucky ones have.

Even so, I keep an acorn at the window. It keeps the lightning out.

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VETERANS DAY SALUTE

Board member knows war firsthand Veteran helps others receive mental health assistance

ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH COLORADO The 501c(3) nonprofit began in 1953 with a meeting of representatives from around the state and Denver Mayor Quigg Newton. They discussed the need for community involvement and increased resources in mental health facilities.

BY TOM SKELLEY TSKELLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Herbert Merrill began serving in the U.S. Army in 1964, leading resupply missions with the 62nd Transportation Company in Longh Binh, Vietnam.

His job was to make sure troops had the supplies they needed to return to battle.

Now, he works to ensure veterans returning from combat can find the help they need to return to society.

“I want to do the best I can to help those in need,” he said. “I can understand their perspective because I share their experience.”

Merrill, a Parker resident, serves on the board of directors with Mental Health Colorado. The nonprofit group has advocated for mental health policy in the state since 1953.

Merrill, 74, served in Vietnam from 1964-68 and transferred to a reserve unit in the United States, serving as chief of staff for a chemical weapons research facility in Aberdeen, Maryland, until his honorable discharge in

Dr. Herbert Merrill II sits in the DTC office for his private practice on Oct 20. Merrill works with Mental Health Colorado to connect veterans with mental health services to aid in the transition from the military to a successful civilian life.

TOM SKELLEY 1991.

After earning master’s degrees in counseling and rehabilitative psychology from the State University of New York at Buffalo and a doctorate in adult and continuing education from Columbia University, Merrill started a successful consulting business.

He’s had a happy and productive life since retiring from the Army, but he knows many others who served in the military haven’t been so fortunate.

“What you have is someone who is coming out of a normal environment that is thrust into a situation where they have to figure out how to sur-

The group advocates for public policy on behalf of more than 1 million Colorado residents facing mental health or substance abuse problems. Over the last year, the group fought against a bill that would have reversed the expansion of Medicaid and blocked Coloradans from enroll-

vive,” he said. When they come back, “they go out into the world, still in survival mode.”

Pride, a sense of isolation and stigmas around mental health problems can make it difficult for veterans to seek help, he said. Once they’ve made that decision, it’s critical to connect them to that help as quickly as possible.

The MHC website has a feature that allows clients to initiate their own mental health screening process, making it easy to identify issues such as PTSD and connect the user to appropriate service providers.

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Anyone concerned about their mental health or the mental health of their child can visit their website and fill out an anonymous screening form at mentalhealthcolorado.org/screenings.

“We find someone who can treat their specific problem and get them to the right resources the first time,” he said.

As a board member, Merrill makes recommendations to the staff, but on occasion, he gets involved personally. He presents workshops, such as a recent one at New Hope Baptist Church in Denver, to raise awareness of the services MHC makes available.

Face-to-face contact gets him out of the office, but it also reminds him of why he does what he does in the first place.

“I love working with people,” he said.

“They are the key to my happiness.”

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or years while working retail, Barbara Penning would find herself in a new city during the holidays.

“When that happened, I’d try to think of ways I could celebrate the season differently,” she remembered.

“I’d do things like go to a food kitchen and volunteer there.”

And now, as director of volunteer programs and in-kind donations with the Action Center in Jefferson County, a nonprofit that provides resources to homeless and low-income families, Penning wants everyone to have the same opportunity to give back.

“The need is huge, and we have opportunities for anyone who wants to contribute,” she said. “I always tell our volunteers to use their gifts. If they’re very organized, we have jobs for that, if you like working with clothing, we have jobs for that, or if you just want to work on your own, we have jobs for you.”

People find themselves alone during the holidays for myriad reasons: Perhaps they are new to their town, perhaps family and friends are all away on vacation or have prior commitments, or maybe they just have a small social circle. But they can all make the holidays a trying time.

“The holidays are tough, especially because so much is built around family and friends,” said Shannon L. Gwash, director of wellness services at the Jefferson Center for Mental Health.

“There are times when that is just not an option for people.”

The transition from summer to winter is often when seasonal affective disorder starts, with colder weather and longer nights, and this can also make the holidays feel isolating and depressing.

One of the best ways to fight off holiday loneliness, Gwash said, is to go be around people.

“It might seem counter-intuitive, because when one feels lonely, the tendency is often to hold up on one’s own,” SEE HOLIDAYS, P15

The Action Center volunteers get toys ready for the organization’s annual Santa Shop. The event provides free gifts for parents to give to their children.

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A Douglas/Elbert Task Force volunteer stocks the organization’s food pantry.

Volunteers from The Action Center distribute food.

TIPS FOR STAYING POSITIVE WHEN FEELING DOWN Get moving — activity helps

Keep expectations modest

Forget unimportant stuff

Make new traditions

Eat healthy

Get outside

Change up routines

Ask for help

Give yourself a break

Keep a journal

Lean on support network

Don’t worry about things you can’t control

Don’t stay at parties longer than you want Exercise

Sources: www.everydayhealth.com and WebMD

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DJs around Colorado make the personal a performance There is no one way to make music.

Some create with their voices, others use instruments, and people like Kyle Montoya, also known as DJ Hijinx, make it using turntables and computers.

“Being able to unite all kinds of Clarke Reader different people on the dance floor is no easy thing,” Montoya said.

“And if you’re able to do it with some skill and artistry, it becomes magic.”

Montoya has been a DJ in the Denver metro area for 15 years, but found succeeding in a scene crowded with high prices and competition to be difficult.

“There’s all kind of equipment and things I would need for a performance that I just couldn’t find for any affordable price,” he said.

“The DJ industry is often a very cutthroat one, and I didn’t want it to be

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like that in Denver.”

About a year ago Montoya started Mile High DJ Supply, located at 6652 Wadsworth Blvd. in Arvada, as a hub for DJs all over the state to get affordable equipment and information in one place. What he had not counted on was the community that sprang up around his business.

“I ended up becoming the home to the biggest network of DJs in the state,” he said. “I want the DJ community in Colorado to be a place where everyone and all skills are welcome. Where we help bring up the best DJs we have.”

When many think of Colorado DJs, they picture electronic artists like Pretty Lights, Big Gigantic and Savoy. But Mile High DJ supply also works with bar and wedding DJs, as well as those who spin for their own amusement.

In addition to selling and renting turntables and other equipment needed to spin and perform, Montoya is also interested in supporting the DJ community and encouraging the next generation. Montoya offers classes for lessons for any ages, and

offers a six week class that gives a complete look at the art.

Mile High DJ also hosts scratch sessions every Wednesday night, for DJs to compete and get to know each other. Well known and awardwinning local DJs like Chris Karns often attends. The sessions are live-streamed for those who want to watch and listen from home.

Looking forward, Montoya is hosting an event called DJ’s Day Off at Bellwether Coffee and Whiskey Bar, 5126 E. Colfax Ave., on Nov. 22, and wants to increase booking offerings at bars and clubs for interested DJs. It’s this variety of settings and styles for DJ performances that makes it so interesting and easy to get into, Montoya said. But it’s the injection of one’s own personality that makes it really special.

“Everyone is a DJ if you think about it,” he said. “With the same lists of music, each person will create a different set based on who they are.”

Clarke Reader’s column on how music connects to our lives appears

CLARKE’S ALBUM OF THE WEEK Selection: Jim James’ “Eternally Even” released on ATO/Capitol Records.

Review: The lead singer of My Morning Jacket, and owner of one of contemporary music’s best voices, gets psychedelic and trippy on his second solo album. Fans of classic and prog rock will find much to like on the one-two punch of “We Ain’t Getting Any Younger” parts one and two, while the guitar work on “The World’s Smiling Now” channels My Morning Jacket at their catchiest. James’ pleas for peace and unity hit hard after a too-long election cycle finally winding down.

Favorite song: “The World’s Smiling Now” Album’s most political song: “Here in Spirit” every other week. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, he credits Girl Talk with getting him into DJing. Check out his music blog at calmacil20.blogspot.com. And share your favorite DJs at creader@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.

HOLIDAYS: Providing volunteer service to fellow community members helps beat the blues FROM PAGE 14

she said. “Even if you don’t interact with anyone, just being out helps.

Instead of making coffee at home, go to a cafe and read for an hour or just sit.”

Talking to someone also is a good idea, Gwash said. That can be a friend or family member, but the Jefferson Center and other mental health organizations have contacts for short-term therapy.

“A lot of people think going to therapy is this long, drawn-out process,” she said. “We have a brief therapy program for people who need just a few sessions so they can share how they’re feeling. You don’t have to have a diagnosis.”

Volunteering is a great way to help people and improve one’s own

mood, and can do wonders for mental health, Gwash said. Especially around the holidays, organizations like Douglas/Elbert Task Force,The Action Center, food banks and veterans organizations can always use people to help.

“We can’t do anything without volunteers,” said Jenny Follmer, deputy director of the Douglas/Elbert Task Force. The task force is a nonprofit that provides assistance to residents of the two counties who are in serious economic need. “Going into the busiest season of the year, we have a place for anyone who wants to donate their time.”

One of the most common charitable holiday activities are collection drives for needed items like food, clothing and toys. And the more successful a drive, the more help is

needed on the beneficiary organization’s end to unpack and sort everything, Penning said.

“We start getting all kinds of stuff for our annual Santa Shop at the end of November and early December,” she said. “We always need to people to be here to move all the donated items to the right place and get it organized.”

To keep things running smoothly during the holidays, Penning estimates The Action Center needs about 15 volunteers a day to help with various projects. The center also hosts an annual Thanksgiving food distribution event on Nov. 20, and its Santa Shop is from Dec. 12 through 17. Both these events require even more hands on deck.

“There’s not a better way to kick off the season and to get a smile than

helping a parent or grandparent pick out a gift for their child,” she said.

The Douglas/Elbert Task Force has a thrift store and food bank, and can use volunteers in all areas, from cashiers to shelf stockers and pricers.

“There is so much more stress during the holidays, and colder weather means higher utility bills as well,” Follmer said. “So many people are struggling, and we’re here to help in any way we can.”

Regardless of what a person decides to do, Penning said helping others is the best cure for holiday loneliness.

“The holidays are one of the few times when the world comes together,” she said. “Go with your instincts, and find a way to use what gives you pleasure to help others.”

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under the direction of Jacinda Bouton

Presents its Annual Holiday Concert

Seasonal Literature: Celebrating the Holidays and the Lone Tree Library

Seasonal Literature: Celebrating the Holidays This year celebrates the connection between music and literature, with such as “Lawrence of Arabia” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. and the Lone Tree pieces Library To speak on this collaboration, the concert will feature a guest from the

Featuring a selection of music Lone Tree Library, as well as a visitor from the North Pole! influenced by literature, including “Lawrence of Arabia”, “The Sword and the Crown”, and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”.

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Wind Crest troupe brings ‘Driving Miss Daisy’ to stage Readers Theater production has actors carrying scripts

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Wind Crest retirement community in Highlands Ranch has a Readers Theater group, led by resident Jack Ligget, numbering 40 members. They get together to socialize and enjoy wellwritten plays and poetry as they read aloud.

“Pieces range from short skits to

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At 8 p.m. on Nov. 18 and 19, members will present a staged performance of the Pulitzer Prize-winning (1988) play “Driving Miss Daisy” by Alfred Uhry.

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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 more information.

Douglas County Libertarian Development Group meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at the Rio Grande Restaurant, 9535 Park Meadows Drive.

Go to LPDG.org. The group also has a very active Facebook page. In addition, we are also recognized by the State Libertarian

party. Contact Wayne Harlos at 303-2293435.

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 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.

Lone Tree Democrats meet for First Friday Happy Hour the first Friday of every month at Los Arcos. Call Gordon at 303-7908264.

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, 303414-2363 or jrafferty@hmbrown.com.

The League of Women Voters of Arapahoe County has two meetings per month.

No unit meetings are in June through August, but the two unit meetings per month will begin again in September on second

Monday evenings and second Thursday mornings. Call 303-798-2939. The group is open to residents of Douglas County.

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 303-746-0093.

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.

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 interested in woodturning is welcome. Contact Jim Proud at cavaleon1956@gmail.com for more information.

Lone Tree Ladies 9-Hole Golf. Applications are now being accepted for the 2015 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 or visit http://LTL9Hole.ghinclub.com Contact Nancy Cushing, league president, at 720-560-9333 or email LTL9hole@ gmail.com.

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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 Golf Club Grille. Call Sue at 303-641-3534.

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.

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.

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VOLUNTEERS FROM PAGE 13

Gateway Battered Women’s Shelter Serves victims of family violence in Aurora and Arapahoe County Need: Volunteers help with crisis-line management, children’s services, legal advocacy, community education and other shelter services.

Donations: Also accepts used cell phones (younger than 4 years) to give to victims.

Mail to Gateway at P.O. Box 914, Aurora, CO 80040, or drop them off at Neighborly Thrift Store, 3360 S. Broadway, Englewood Requirements: Must attend a 26-hour training session; bilingual skills welcome Contact: Jeneen Klippel-Worden, 303-3431856 or jkworden@gatewayshelter.com Girl Scouts of Colorado Youth organization for girls Need: Troop leaders, office support, administrative help and more Age requirement: Men and women, 18 and older Contact: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org, inquiry@gscolorado.org or 1-877-404-5708 Global Orphan Relief Develops and supports programs bringing light, comfort and security to orphans around the world Need: Super stars with website development, users of the abundant resources of social media. Those with great connection ability are needed to help with the development of the donor pool.

Contact: Those interested serving this faith-based Colorado nonprofit can contact Deitra Dupray, 303-895-7536 or dadupray@comcast.net.

GraceFull Community Cafe Provides a place in Littleton where people of all backgrounds can gather, eat well and be inspired to give back. Cafe is open for breakfast and lunch, from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. A partner of the GraceFull Foundation.

Need: Opportunities for food preparation, guest service, cleaning and dishwashing.

Location: 5610 Curtice St., Littleton Contact: Sign up for volunteer opportunities at http://gracefullcafe.com/volunteer/ Habitat ReStore Nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers Need: Volunteers for Wheat Ridge, Denver or Littleton Habitat ReStores, helping with the cash register, dock and warehouse floor Contact: 303-996-5468, email Alice Goble at Alice@habitatmetrodenver.org Highlands Ranch Community Association Works with Therapeutic Recreation Program and Special Olympics Need: Volunteers to help teach classes, coach Special Olympics, provide athletes support during Special Olympics practices, assist with special events, and help participats succeed in the therapeutic recreation program.

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Annual ‘Geek Out Contest’ coming to Arapahoe Libraries SONYA’S SAMPLER

Arapahoe Libraries is hosting its annual Geek Out Contest for adolescents and teens (11-18). Represent your favorite book, show, sport, etc. in a creative way and submit by Nov. 30 to Arapahoe Libraries Geek Out Contest for Teens. Write a Sonya Ellingboe story, draw or paint a picture, design a cosplay, bake a cake — or create whatever comes to mind. Winners will be announced and a celebration is planned for 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 10 at Koelbel Library at 5955 S. Holly St. in Centennial, where awards will be an-

nounced. For more information, see arapahoelibraries.org/geek-out.

Colorado Ballet news Schools and organizations are invited to participate in a live stream of a Colorado Ballet student matinee of “The Nutcracker” at 11 a.m. on Dec. 2. Study guide available. Contact Samantha Hyde, samanthahyde@ coloradoballet.org or visit coloradoballet.org/education/live-stream.

Also, we’re notified of an additional performance of “The Little Mermaid” at 6:30 p.m. on April 2 at the Newman Center. Two of five previously announced performances are sold out and seating is limited on two more. Coloradoballet.org, 303-8378888, ext. 2.

THE NUTCRACKER OF PARKER

National Geographic “Lens of Adventure” with adventurous National Geographic photographer Brian Smith will be presented at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Performances: 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 15 and 10 a.m. on Nov. 16. Tickets: lonetreeartscenter.org, 720-509-1000.

Holiday book sale More than 5,000 gift-quality books will appear on Nov. 18 on a special table at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. It’s time for the Friends of the Littleton Library/Museum’s special holiday sale. Open during library hours. (Cash or check only.)

May the Force be with you!

The Littleton Symphony will host its annual Free Children’s Concert at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 12 at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. “The Space Odyssey” theme, favorite tunes from “Star Wars,” short excerpts from Gustav Holst’s “The Planets” and more. Young violinist Andrew Jung will perform and someone may get to conduct the 70-piece orchestra. info@ littletonsymphony.org, littletonsymphony.org, 303-933-6824.

Winter Gift Market The Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street will hold its annual Winter Gift Market on Nov. 11 (9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Nov. 12 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

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DEC. 10 THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS SHOW

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Sneak Peek: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 10, with tickets, $10/ $8 members. Proceeds support education programs.

Santa Claus Shop The Arapahoe Santa Claus Shop is now accepting donations of new and gently used toys and books through Dec. 9 at locations listed at Arapahoesantashop.org and at additional locations after Nov. 23. Volunteers will be needed. Cash donations are welcome: Arapahoe Santa Claus Shop, P.O. Box 2004, Littleton, CO 80161-2004.

College gets kitchen/bath awards The National Kitchen and Bath Association recently recognized 10 schools with Excellence in Education awards, including Arapahoe Community College. Each school submitted two student design projects. Dawn Viola heads the program at ACC. Tales of Umbria Local food and travel writer Diana Armstrong will return to Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton, at 7 p.m. Nov. 15 to continue the story of her life in a remote village in Umbria, Italy. Her home is a converted monastery. She has learned that her father was fighting near there in World War II. Armstrong’s two books, “Somewhere South of Tuscany” and “A Winding Path to Umbria” will be available. 303-795-3961.

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BOARD: Steve Peck sworn in to fill vacant seat on Douglas County School Board FROM PAGE 1

Peck, 33, was a military officer with six years of active-duty service in the Navy and two years in the Reserve. He works as a health care executive at UCHealth Anschutz. Peck said school safety, as well as helping to create new creative curriculum options, would be areas of focus.

During his interview with the board Oct. 4, Peck said, as a millennial, he would be the only member of the board who has graduated high school since the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

He also said he hoped to help the district and students tackle issues like the challenges of college selection and student debt.

Peck and his wife, Sarah, moved to Douglas County with their two children in 2014.

He said the district needs to help find ways to “bend the cost curve of college education and create compelling alternatives for those planning to jump right into the marketplace after high school.”

“I’m very interested in developing a career-ready track for kids who choose to take that path,” Peck said Nov. 7. “Whether that’s the military or working for a local union of one variety another, jumping right into

the technical field in IT or health care or anywhere in-between.

That’s something I’m passionate about.”

He also said he would advocate for bringing more decision-making power to school principals and classroom teachers.

Peck will join the board for his first meeting Nov. 15.

The board nominated four candidates at its Oct. 18 meeting but was deadlocked on a choice after a series of gridlocked votes and discussion.

Silverthorn, Vice President Judith Reynolds and board member James Geddes supported Peck for the position.

David Ray, Wendy Vogel and Anne-Marie Lemieux — who each were elected in November 2015 on a platform of opposition to the district’s policies over the past several years — questioned Peck’s affiliation with the program Leadership Group of the Rockies, which they said is politically partisan and would be divisive to the community.

Geddes said he has received much feedback from the community in support of Peck.

Ray, Vogel and Lemieux each nominated a different candidate, but said they would support any of

the other three.

“We have to move forward in the best interest of our students,” Lemieux said Nov. 7. “That’s all we can focus on. All the rest of this is just diversion and away from what we truly need to focus on, which is our funding needs, our programming needs for our students and our excessive teacher turnover.”

Lemieux said having the new board member appointed rather than voted in put Peck in a “terrible position.”

“I think it could have been done

differently,” Lemieux said. “It could have been a little more smooth, a little more transparent, with a voice from the public. That would have been better footing for him.”

Peck — whose appointment will last through the end of Benevento’s term, which was to expire in November 2017 — said he wasn’t worried about how he will get along with the divided board.

“I’m going to fit in great,” Peck said. “I can get along with people from all sorts of backgrounds.

We can disagree without being disagreeable.”

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Littleton man awarded MINI Cooper for making big impact Schomp MINI recognizes Chris Chappell for his involvement in the disabled and automotive communities

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITY

Following a mountain biking accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down, Chris Chappell was told he would have to drive a minivan for the rest of his life. The vehicle would provide room for his wheelchair.

Instead, Chappell — a car person by nature — found a way to incorporate hand controls into his favorite car: a MINI Cooper.

“A car is a very personal thing for some people — imagine if that was taken away from you,” said Chappell, a Littleton resident and voice-over artist. “I consider it a privilege and a great adventure every time I get in my car.”

On Oct. 28, Schomp MINI in Highlands Ranch honored Chappell with a one-of-a-kind award for his advocacy and involvement in the disabled community and in the automotive world.

Chappell, 52, was selected out of 64 nominees nationwide for MINI’s Defy Labels Contest — a campaign that honors one individual who is the best representation of a label-defying journey. Chappell was chosen by public vote because of his efforts in defying the traditional labels of someone with his disability.

His prize was a two-year lease of his dream car — a sleek, navy blue $42,000 2017 MINI Cooper S John Cooper Works Hardtop with a touch of red along the grille.

“It wasn’t just because Chris was handicapped,” said Daniel Buxbaum, Schomp’s marketing content manager, “but also because of all he’s done in our community and state.”

Chappell became heavily involved in the spinal cord injury community and in the MINI Cooper community following his accident in 2000. While

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Schomp MINI in Highlands Ranch presents Chris Chappell, grand prize winner of MINI USA’s Defy Labels Contest, with his dream car, a 2017 MINI Cooper S John Cooper Works Hardtop. Chappell, who was paralyzed in a bicycling accident in 2000, was nominated

by Schomp for his efforts in Denver’s disabled community.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF SCHOMP mountain biking, he fell the wrong way, broke his neck and became paralyzed from the waist down. He was in an intensive care unit for a week and in rehabilitation for the following months at Craig Hospital in Englewood.

Chappell went on to design and implement the “Craig Hospital — Rebuilding Lives” Colorado license plate, which took effect in 2012. Proceeds from the license plate benefit the hospital, which specializes in spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries. He’s also president of MINI5280 — a car club of about 250 members that hosts local and nationwide MINI Cooper events.

Chappell describes the MINI Cooper as a unique and quirky car that is very wheelchair-friendly. Its side doors open 90 degrees, which makes for a larger doorway and allows for a wheelchair to be transferred inside.

The car fits his wife and 8-year-old daughter and is “extremely fun to drive,” he said.

Even more, his MINI is a place where he feels absolutely normal.

“When I’m at a stop light, you can’t tell I’m using hand controls,” he

Chris Chappell is recognized as grand prize winner of MINI USA’s Defy Labels Contest and receives the keys to a 2017 MINI Cooper S John Cooper Works Hardtop at a Schomp MINI ceremony. said.

MINI’s Defy Labels award sends a message to the community: “You can do something that the

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Social/Service AAUW (American Association of University Women), founded in 1881, is the oldest women’s organization in the United States. It has a mission of promoting equity for women and girls through advocacy, education and research. Scholarships are provided to Douglas County women who are in college, and cash awards are presented to senior girls from Douglas County high schools who have an interest in the areas of science, technology, engineering or math (STEM). Meetings are in Castle Rock the third Wednesday of the month, at various times and locations. Go to douglascounty-co.aauw.net. Contact Beryl Jacobson at 303-688-8088 or berylmjacobson@gmail.com.

A Dreampower Animal Rescue / PAALS adoption for cats, dogs and more meets from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Park Meadows PetsMart. Call 303-688-9503.

Breakfast Club Singles 50 plus meets the third Saturday each month at the Ridge Grill, Castle Pines North Country Club, 1414 Castle Pines Parkway. This is an active singles group with opportunities to make new friends while enjoing various activities such as dinners, sports, theater, etc.

Reservations are required; cost is price of your meal. Make reservations or find information by calling 303-814-8428. Leave a name and number and you will receive a call back. The website is www.TBC50plus. org.

tioned open game at 12:30 p.m. every Monday at the Lone Tree Recreation Center.

Please arrive by 12:15. All are welcome; it’s a fragrance-free environment. A free question-and-answer session from 11 a.m. to noon covers bidding boxes, hand records, losing trick count, conventions, rules of duplicate bridge and more. Cost is $1.50 for South Suburban Park and Recreation District residents; $1.75 for non-residents.

Reservations required. Call Sue Bauer at 303-641-3534.

GED Prep Class Douglas County Libraries offers GED preparation classes for those ages 17 and older. Classes offered at 6 p.m.

Mondays and Wednesdays at the Parker Library, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive; and at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Registration is required; call 303-791-7323 or DouglasCountyLibraries.org.

Great Books Discussion Group meets on the first Thursday night of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lone Tree Library. Reading selections are short—plays, short stories, essays, or excerpts from longer works—and new members can come

in at any time. We also watch Teaching Company lectures on “The Art of Reading.”

Call Kerri Martin at 303-688-7628 or David Williams at 303-708-8854.

High Plains Chapter, Order of DeMolay, meets at 7 p.m. every second and fourth Monday in the Parker area. With Walt Disney, Mel Blanc and Walter Cronkite counted among its alumni, you won’t find another organization for young men between the ages of 12 and 21 years that offers character building, leadership training, and life skill development more than DeMolay. Contact the chapter for more information. Email:highplainsdemolay@ gmail.com or visit www.coloradodemolay. org.

Highlands Ranch Rotary Club meets from 12:10-1:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Lone Tree Golf Club, 9808 Sunningdale Blvd.

Each lunch features a speaker. The Rotary is a networking, service and social club.

Contact Joe Roos at 720-648-5558 or visit highlandsranchrotary.org.

Living and Aging Well in Lone Tree, a speaker series luncheon, meets at 11:30

a.m. the second Monday of each month at the Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel. Lunch reservations are required by noon Wednesday the week prior to the event and cost $13 per person, which includes a beverage, lunch and tip. For information on the topic and to RSVP, visit www.cityoflonetree. com/agingwell.

Lone Tree Optimists meets from noon to 1:15 p.m. Tuesdays at LePeep Restaurant, 7156 E. County Line Road. Call Miles Hardee at 303-973-6409.

Moms Offering Moms Support is a group for moms and kids. We offer our members playgroups, a monthly calendar of fun events, community service projects, and other various parties throughout the year.

For more information on joining please contact us at momsclubhre@yahoo.com.

Mothers of Multiples (MOMS) Calling all mothers of twins, triplets, quadruplets.

MOMS holds playgroups, Mom’s Night Out, twice-yearly kids’ consignment sales, and other social events for parents of multiples in and around Highlands Ranch. For details, visit www.mothersofmultiples.com.

Castle Rock Bridge Club plays a friendly, ACBL-sanctioned duplicate game at 1 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday at Plum Creek Golf Club, 331 Players Club Drive, Castle Rock. For assistance in finding a bridge partner, call Georgiana Butler at 303-8108504. Go to www.castlerockbridge.com.

Daughters of the American Revolution, Columbine Chapter meets at 1 p.m. the second Saturday of each month from September through May at the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce at the Streets at SouthGlenn, Centennial.

If you are interested in attending or have questions regarding eligibility, contact Krispin at Krispin_L_Andersen@Q.com or Jewel Wellborn, regent, columbineregent@ hediusa.com.

DTC Kiwanis Club meets at 7 a.m. every Tuesday at Mimi’s Cafe, 9555 Park Meadows Drive, at the corner of Yosemite and Park Meadows. We are a growing club with 51 members. Our mission is assisting communities and “at risk” children in difficult home environments with financial and personal help and mentoring. Call Frank Zieg at 303-796-1213.

Douglas County Elks Lodge 2873 meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of every month at the Douglas County Fairgrounds & Events Center, Kirk Hall, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock. The lodge is actively seeking a permanent venue in the Castle Rock area. All “Stray Elks” are invited to attend and to be involved in the growth and activities of this new social and community service organization. Call 303-9410135 or e-mail swgilbert@comcast.net.

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THINGS to DO

THEATER/FILM Castle View High School musical “Aida”: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, through Saturday, Nov. 19, and 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at 5254 N. Meadows Blvd., Castle Rock. Tickets at www.seatyourself.biz/castleview.

Contact castleviewtheatre@gmail. com or 303-387-9113.

Drama ministry performance: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18 and Saturday, Nov. 19, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 3737 New Hope Way, Castle Roc. Scenes from “Talking With …” and “The Good Doctor” performed.

Call 303-660-0057 or go to www. newhopepres.org.

MUSIC/CONCERTS Learn to Play Guitar in a Day: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Taft House at The Meadows, 3570 Celestial Ave., Castle Rock. Led by creator Marlene Hutchinson. Go to https://www.smore.com/pbt5 for information and to register.

A Christmas Story, The Musical: Opens Friday, Nov. 11 and runs through Friday, Dec. 30 at Town Hall Arts Center. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays, with a 2 p.m. show on Saturday, Nov. 26 and 7:30 p.m. shows Wednesday, Dec. 12 ad Dec. 28. Tickets available at the Town Hall box office, online at townhallartscenter.org or by calling 303-794-2787 ext. 213.

Littleton Symphony Orchestra Children’s Concert: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. Concert opens with the 2001 Space Odyssey theme and will feature Star Wars favorites.

No tickets needed. Contact 303-933-6824 or info@littletonsymphony.org or visit www.littletonsymphony.org.

Yuletide Bazaar: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 Plaza Drive, Parker.

Purchase holiday gifts, work by local artisans, craft items, home-baked goods and more. Presented by Mountain Pine Woman’s Club. Admission is free.

Go to www.mpwcparker.org.

work with Mary Taylor Young from Lighthouse Writers Workshop to write new fandom stories based on favorite TV, movie, book or video game characters. Registration is required; 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Denver Concert Band, Clarinets Fourtissimo: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way. Classical, pop and seasonal favorites. No registration required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

Minecraft Mania: 6:10-7:50 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Parker Library, 20105 E. Mainstreet.

An evening of crafts, prizes and 20-minute Minecraft tips and tricks sessions. For ages 8-12. Registration required; 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Douglas Elbert Music Teachers Association Ensemble Recital: 1, 2:30 and 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Parker Bible Church, 4391 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Open to the public.

Call Ann Riggs at 303-841-2976.

EVENTS Highlands Ranch Veterans Day Celebration: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Guests are encouraged to arrive early and walk through the Highlands Ranch Veterans Monument located outside adjacent to the library. Call 303-791-0430.

Fan Fiction Lighthouse Writers Workshop: 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Parker Library, 20105 E. Mainstreet. Teens in grades 8-12

11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Walmart, 2100 Legacy Circle, Elizabeth; 9:30-11:40 a.m. and 1-3 p.m., Friday, Nov. 18, at PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Contact the Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300, unless otherwise noted. Go to www. bonfils.org.

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Festival Choir rehearsals: 7:15-8:15 p.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 14, St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Performances are Dec. 16-17. Contact Mark Zwilling, 303-794-2683 or mzwilling@ gostandrew.com.

Turkey Trot Dance Party: Evening of DJ ballroom, Latin, salsa, swing and tango dance at the Turkey Trot dance party, 8-9:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18 at Adventures in Dance, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Dress in costume. Go to www.adventuresindance.com or call 720-276-0562.

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From Farm to Nature: A Historical Journey: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Audubon Nature Center at Chatfield, 11280 S. Waterton Road, Littleton. Register at www.denveraudubon.org/auduboncenter/things-to-do. No fee, but donations appreciated.

Wizarding World Magical Creatures: 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at Roxborough Library, 8357 N. Rampart Range Road, Ste. 200. Celebrate upcoming movie “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” with costumes, photos, treats and more. Registration required; call 303-791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

History of Castle Rock Star: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Registration required; call 303-791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

International Christmas Tea, Bazaar: 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, Bear Valley Church, 10001 W. Jewell Ave., Lakewood. Buy gifts from around the world to support Standing Against Trafficking. All proceeds go directly to 20-plus organizations that fight human trafficking and

Sweet Potato Reigns Supreme: 3-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, Natural Grocers, 1265 Sgt. John Stiles Drive, Suite M, Highlands Ranch. Call 303-471-9400.

Great Space Escape: 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Denver Museum of Nature and Science portable planetarium allows kids to immerse themselves in the night sky. Registration required; call 303-791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

Veterans History Project: 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. For adults 50 and older.

Registration required; call 303-791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

injustice. Contact Lois at 303-7314325 or lhasselblad@bvchurch.org.

Winding Path to Umbria: 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton.

Author Diana Armstrong continues the story of her life in a remote village in Umbria, Italy. Copies of her books will be available for purchase and signing. Call 303-795-3961.

Well Water Adjudication Workshop: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Chaparral High School, 15655 Brookstone Drive, Parker. Open to Rural Authority of Douglas County participants. Space is limited; RSVP

by Friday, Nov. 11. Include first and last names, along with address where well is located. $5 cost payable at the door. Go to http://rwadc. org/wellownerinformation.html.

Carriers of News and Knowledge: Post Office Records: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Columbine Genealogical and Historical Society program led by Julie Miller CG, professional researcher, lecturer and author. Post office records are a rich but underutilized genealogical resource. Learn about the various types of records, how to access them and tips for using them effectively. Contact ColumbineGenealogy@gmail.com. Go to www.

ColumbineGenealogy.com AAUW Meetings: Organization promotes equity for women and girls through advocacy, education and research. Meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Go to douglascounty-co. aauw.net. Contact Beryl Jacobson at 303-688-8088 or berylmjacob-

son@gmail.com.

How Success Thinks: Jewish Secrets for Leading a Productive Life: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Chabad Jewish Center of South Metro Denver, 9950 Lone Tree Parkway. Six-session course led by Rabbi Avraham Mintz. Call 303-792-7222 or go to www.DenverJewishCenter. com.

Protect Yourself from Scams and Fraud: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at Castle Pines Library, 360 Village Square Lane. Ideal for immigrants and ex-patriots. Presentation is in English, but should be understandable for those with an intermediate level of understanding. Registration is required; call 303-791-7323 or go to DCL.org.

History of Tea: 1-2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at the Castle Rock Senior Center, 2323 Woodlands Blvd., Castle Rock. Call 303-688-9498 to RSVP. Also from 10-11 a.m.

Friday, Nov. 18 at Malley Senior Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood. Call 303-762-2660 to RSVP.

Healthy Gut Healthy Body: 7 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 14, at the Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way, and 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 21, at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Led by Trisha Ackerman, holistic nutritionist. Contact Trisha@Nutrition4SupportandWellness.com.

Almond Flour Power: 5-5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 17, Natural Grocers, 1265 Sgt. John Stiles Drive, Suite M, Highlands Ranch. Call 303-4719400.

Dentistry from the Heart: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 at Highlands Ranch Smiles, 9461 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch.

Adults in need of dental care receive one free service; the first 100 patients will be seen on a firstcome, first-served basis. Go to www. hrsmiles.com. Call 303-470-1377.

Commitment Day 5k Run/Festival: 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 1 around the neighborhoods of Life Time Fitness in Parker. All levels and abilities welcome. Go to http://www. commitmentday.com/colorado/ parker-aurora/ for registration. Discounted registration through Nov. 30. Contact Heather Crosby at hcrosby@lifetimefitness.com.

EDUCATION Cougar Run Elementary Auction: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Lodo’s Bar and Grill. More than 200 items up for bid. All proceeds go toward programs and improve-

HEALTH Community blood drives: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 12, Cherry Creek Presbyterian, 10150 E. Belleview Ave., Englewood; 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 3350 White Bay Drive, Highlands Ranch (contact Charles Green, 720287-0121); 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 12, Roxborough PTIC, 8000 Village Circle West, Littleton;

ments at Cougar Run. Go to www. crunauction.wordpress.com.

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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‘Stella and Lou’ is a simple and sweet production Vintage Theatre offers patrons ‘slice of life’ on Aurora stage

IF YOU GO “STELLA AND LOU” plays through Nov. 27 at Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora. Directed by Lorraine Scott. Performances: 7:30 Fridays, Saturdays; 2:30 Sundays. Tickets: $22$30, vintagetheatre.com, 303-856-7830.

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Lights in Vintage Theatre’s cozy smaller venue go up on a tired-looking bar in South Philly as “Stella and Lou” opens. A jar on the bar top says “Help bury Reilly,” because one of the regulars has died at a baseball game and there’s no one to care about him. Except for gentle bartender Lou (Chris Kendall), who has inherited the bar that belonged to his late wife’s family.

Young friend Donnie (Peter Marullo) is struggling with a eulogy for Reilly, who had been there almost every night for 20 years for a beer or a few — but no one really knew him.

Lou’s establishment had a number of regular customers who sat in the bar for hours, year after year, without really communicating much.

Donnie, on the other hand, is just starting his adult life, is about to marry and probably begin a new way of living, although it terrifies him.

Emma Messenger, Chris Kendall and Peter Maurello play Stella, Lou and Donnie in Bruce Graham’s sweet play, “Stella and Lou,” now playing at Vintage Theatre in Aurora.

COURTESY PHOTO A face appears at the door and it’s a favorite “regular,” Stella (Emma Messenger), a nurse who usually appeared in her scrubs after a long

day at the hospital. Tonight, she’s dressed up.

Lou, while his response is low-key, is really happy to see her since she’s

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been in Florida visiting grandchildren for a while.

She has a couple of suggestions that involve Lou, who insists “he never goes anywhere” — especially since his beloved Louise passed away.

“This play is a `slice of life,’ people searching for someone to make them happy … I love these types of plays that make me laugh and grab my heart,” director Lorraine Scott says in her director’s notes.

Theater lovers will enjoy this simple, well-crafted play as it moves along to a resolution of at least some of the problems presented. Great casting is the key to success here.

Messenger and Kendall are awardwinning actors, with the skills to deliver the delicate interactions, poignant lines and facial expressions needed to, as Scott says, “grab your heart.”

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Two new books may appeal to youngsters who love science Paleontology, astronomy come to life for childen

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

On a previous trip to the Smithsonian Institution, schoolmates Dominique, Eric, Josephine and Ajay went back in time to the 1876 Philadelphia Exhibition and discovered that the nefarious Barris brothers had brought back dinosaur eggs as a new business venture. In the first in a series of Smithsonian graphic novels for tweens, “The

Wrong Wrights,” they enlisted Alexander Graham Bell, Nellie Bly and William Foulke to thwart this plot.

In a second graphic novel, published by the Smithsonian, “Claws and Effect,” these kids are riding home on a school bus one later day and they look out a window and see dinosaurs from every age and of all kinds creeping and flying through the neighborhood! The Natural History Museum has become The Museum of Extinction, and their friend Smitty from the Smithsonian has contacted the quartet on their DARC bracelets (database access and retrieval conduit — kind of like the wristwatch radios available to

heroes of the past) asking for help in this latest incident.

Josephine, who knows the correct name for each specimen, adopts a Compsognathus, a sweet, cuddly little pink flying dino she calls Penny, which seems to have taken the place of her pet kitty. It says “meep” and rides in her backpack.

The others appear and they’re off on another time trip visit to the 1876 Philadelphia Exposition, the first World’s Fair … The involved tale goes on from there, with historical characters and situations and identification of a number of SEE BOOKS, P28

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BOOKS: From dinosaurs to astronomy, these books are the perfect holiday gifts for children FROM PAGE 27

extinct species …

For a science-oriented, imaginative kid, the idea of a neighborhood full of dinosaurs is intriguing and fun to read about, I’d think. As is time travel … It should be available in bookstores by now after an Oct. 18 publication date. Authors are Chris Kientz and Steve Hockensmith.

Also recently received here is “Astronomy Lab for Kids”

by Michelle Nichols, M.Ed. She describes 52 family-friendly activities, done with items that are around the house, or easily obtainable. This one will need occasional assistance from the adults around the house, when sharp items are needed for cutting, but otherwise, a kid can measure, tape, assemble and observe — and learn all sorts of

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6November 10, 2016

SPORTS CLOSING OUT STRONG

Playoffs no place for teams with losing records OVERTIME

Mountain Vista defenders Joe Krysa (22) and Charles Palmer (2) cover Rock Canyon’s Duke Avery. Mountain Vista held on to win in a down-to-the wire season finale, 53-45, on Nov. 3 at EchoPark Automotive Stadium in Parker.

PHOTO BY PAUL DISALVO

KEEPING SCORE WITH...

AMANDA LEYBA What is your favorite movie?

My favorite movie is “The Goonies.” It is an adventure movie that every kid has wanted to go on and it is funny.

What is your favorite pre-competition meal?

My favorite pre-competition meal is a bean and cheese burrito with green chili from Santiago’s. There is no real reason why I like this before a game but they just are satisfying.

Who is your favorite professional or collegiate athlete (past or present)?

My favorite athlete is Ronda Rousey. I like Rousey because she doesn’t back down from anything, she doesn’t care what other people think of her, and she never gives up.

Why do you participate in sports?

I participate in sports because it keeps me moving and I get the chance to make new connections and make new friends. I also like how sports builds character and it shapes you as a person.

Do you have any pre-competition superstitions or rituals?

Before every game, I have to put my uniform on the same way, every single time. I also have to wear the same pair of sliding shorts when I play. Before stepping on the field to play, I try not to step on the chalk during warm ups. I don’t know what it is, but I can’t step on the chalk — if I do, then I might have a bad game.

KEEPING SCORE WITH... is a Q&A with high school athletes in the south metro area. Email sports writer Jim Benton at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com if you or some you know would llike to participate.

STANDOUT PERFORMERS • Sterling Ostdahl, junior, football, Ponderosa: He accounted for 397 total yards in the Mustangs’ 66-26 romp over Pueblo South on Nov. 5. Ostdahl completed 19-of-28 passes for 319 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 78 yards and a touchdown.

• Skylar Lane, senior, volleyball, Rock Canyon: The setter had a combined total of 68 assists as the Jaguars defeated Rocky Mountain, 3-0, and Brighton, 3-0, on Nov. 5 to advance to the state tournament.

• Kobe Eller, senior, football, Highlands Ranch: He carried the ball 31 times for 348 yards and five touchdowns in a 35-24 win over Poudre on Nov. 3.

• Lily Thomason, junior, volleyball, Valor Christian: She had 11 kills, nine digs and two blocks in a 3-0 win over Roosevelt on Nov. 5.

• Judd Erickson, senior, football, Mountain Vista: Erickson finished the regular season as the Class 5A passing leader after he completed 27-of-35 passes for 505 yards and six touchdowns in a 53-45 win over Rock Canyon on Nov. 3. He finished the season with 3,255 yards and 33 touchdowns.

STANDOUT PERFORMERS are five 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

Maybe it’s time for the Colorado High School Activities Association to adopt what college football has implemented — and I don’t mean spread offenses.

The 16-team Class 5A playoff field was set Nov. 6, with the Jim Benton seven champions of the realigned leagues getting the top seven seeds, with the Ratings Percentage Index formula used to determine the other nine qualifiers.

I’d be surprised if there weren’t plenty of growls about the RPI formula, a computer rating, with two teams having only three wins each making the playoffs.

That’s where the formula for making the playoffs needs an asterisk.

The RPI is complicated and confusing. A pair of three-win teams in the final 16 isn’t OK no matter how strong a schedule they played.

In college, it takes six wins to become bowl eligible. It should take a minimum of five wins in a 10-game slate to become playoff eligible in Colorado high school football.

Nine of the 10 teams ranked below the final qualifier, No. 16 Bear Creek, had .500 or better records, including 8-2 Doherty and 7-3 Fossil Ridge.

They would seem more deserving of a postseason bid than Bear Creek and No.15 Fountain-Fort Carson, which both finished the regular season 3-7.

It will be interesting to note in the next couple weekends whether the lack of tough games will hurt any of the league championship teams in the playoffs. Sometimes it’s good to have a couple close games to prepare a team for the tougher competition in the playoffs.

All of the seven league champions were undefeated in league play. And the margin of victory in each conference was 21 points or better for the title team.

Top-seeded Pomona won the Mount Evans league by an average of 37.2 points a game, Regis Jesuit whipped Mount Antero opponents by an average of 36 points and Grandview had a 35.6 margin of victory in the Mount Massive league.

Winter sports set to start It seems like just a few weeks ago that boys golfers were ushering in the 2016 fall sports season. But the seven winter sports can start official practice Nov. 11. Actually, boys and girls skiing practices have already started.

Initial contests can be played Nov. 30.

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Mountain Vista wins regional tourney

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Golden Eagles advance to state tournament

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Mountain Vista girls volleyball coach Doug Schafer didn’t waver when he said everybody played well.

The Golden Eagles won the Region 7 tournament Nov. 4 at Mountain Vista to secure a ticket to the 12-team Class 5A state tournament, which will be held Nov. 11 and 12 at the Denver Coliseum.

Mountain Vista won the opening match with a 3-0 (25-16, 25-23,25-18) win over Boulder and came back to defeat a Grandview team coached by former Ponderosa mentor Rob Graham 3-0 (2516, 25-14, 25-23).

“Everybody played well,” Schafer said. “We didn’t focus on one player.

Everybody did well at different times. I would say we played one of our better matches of the year against Grandview.

We were definitely prepared, definitely wanted it and we were excited the whole time and that excitement kind of gave us a little extra lift as far as the hitting and chasing the ball.”

Junior libero Sam Novak had a combined 53 digs in the two matches including 32 against Grandview.

“I’m so proud of my team and I’m just so excited about how hard we worked to get us to state,” said Novak. “We were confident but we tried to not to show it.

We definitely did well with our composure and staying up we’re excited.

“We played so good. We have to improve at state on not going up and down with the momentum. We’re going to definitely have to push hard.”

Senior outside hitter Alyssa Oswald had 12 kills against Boulder and 11 against Grandview plus two aces and 12 digs.

“It feels amazing to be going to state,” Oswald said. “ I’ve been waiting three years and finally made it. We played calm and we went in knowing it wasn’t

Mountain Vista’s Sam Novak digs a serve while teammate Alyssa Oswald watches during the Region 7 title match against Grandview on Nov. 4 at the Mountain Vista gym. The Golden Eagles advanced to the state volleyball tournament with a 3-0 win C over Boulder and a 3-0 conquest of Grandview. Novak had a combined total of 53 digs in the two matches.

JIM BENTON going to be easy and it wasn’t. We played outstanding. I’ve never seen my team play that cohesively and that was great.”

Senior setter Annie Ell had a combined 42 assists in the two matches while Skylar Clements, Amanda Keller and Raegan Phillips led the Golden Eagles in blocks.

“We’re excited about the state tournament,” Schafer said.” Everybody is kind of equal. There is a lot of parity.

Any one of the 12 teams could take it really. It’s just kind of who is playing well and really wants it. It’s kind of anybody’s game.

“We talked before the Grandview match that it’s just like any other game and prepare the same way. It’s like you do for the Super Bowl or the NBA finals, you kind of prepare the same way with the same routine. We’ve been doing more visualization the past couple

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We will continue to do that.”

Mountain Vista is one of seven area teams that will be placed in four, threeteam pools to start the Class 5A tourna- I ment. The other 5A teams that won regional tournaments were Rock Canyon, Highlands Ranch, Legend, Cherry Creek, Chaparral and Arapahoe.

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BENTON: Changing gymnastics scoring system would help individuals FROM PAGE 29

Here are some historical nuggets: • Overland is the defending 5A boys basketball champion. But how many basketball aficionados remember that Greeley was the first state titlist in 1927?

• Lutheran (3A), Valor Christian (4A) and ThunderRidge (5A) were crowned champions last year in girls basketball.

In 1979, it was Golden that was the title team.

• Pomona is the defending 5A wrestling champion. In 1936, Greeley won the initial championship.

• Last year, Regis Jesuit was added to the list of hockey champs that started when Littleton won the first title in 1976.

• Valor was the 4A girls swimming winner in 2015 with Fairview capturing the 5A first-place trophy. It was Cherry Creek that was the first girls swimming champ in 1974.

Time to turn it around It’s mind boggling to watch some of the routines of high school girls gymnasts but it sure seems like the scoring to determine the team champion is backward.

Team titles for the two classes are determined on the first day of competition, with the all-around champion

also decided.

Individual titles in four events are determined on the second day and the efforts of those competitors are not part of the final team standings.

It’s the only sport where this happens.

Other sports with individual titles up for grabs, like wrestling, tennis, swimming, golf, cross country and track, wait until the final day, and points for individual state championship wins are tallied in the team scores.

Recruiting event All unsigned Colorado senior football players are encouraged to attend the football recruiting event Dec. 8 at Valor Christian High School in Highlands Ranch.

The purpose of the evening is to provide an opportunity for players to connect with Division II, Division III and NAIA coaches from all over the United States.

Those interested in registering to attend should go to http://govalor.com/ event/colorado-recruiting.

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.

FOOTBALL PLAYOFF MATCHUPS ANNOUNCED Class 5A, 4A, and 3A football playoff seedings and first-round games were announced Nov. 6 by the Colorado High School Activities Association. First-round games will be played Nov. 10-12, with the quarterfinals set for Nov. 17-19.

Times and dates on most first-round games are to be determined.

In 5A and 4A, each round through the semifinals will be held at school venues. All games in the 3A playoffs will be held at home sites with the championship game hosted by the highestseeded team.

The following are the first-round matchups for area teams.

Class 5A #16 Bear Creek (3-7) at No. 1 Pomona (9-1), 7 p.m. Nov. 11; #9 Columbine (8-2) at #8 High-

lands Ranch (7-3), 7 p.m. Nov. 11; #13 Fairview (8-2) at #4 Regis Jesuit (9-1), 7 p.m. Nov. 11; #12 Chaparral (7-3) at #5 Eaglecrest (10-9), 7 p.m.

Nov. 11; #14 Cherokee Trail (5-5) at #3 Valor Christian (7-3), 7 p.m., Nov. 11; #11 Legacy (8-2) at #6 Grandview (9-1), 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11 ; #10 Ralston Valley (6-4) at #7 Cherry Creek (7-3), 4 p.m. Nov. 11; #15 Fountain Fort Carson (3-7) at #2 Mullen (8-2), 6 p.m. Nov. 11.

Stebbins was tabbed as coach of the year and Stewartson was named player of the year. Ponderosa took sportsmanship team of the year honors.

Heritage: Sydney Ballinger, 1B/3B, senior.

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Class 3A #16 Skyview (6-4) at #1 Discovery Canyon (10-0), 7 p.m. Nov. 11; #10 Rifle (8-2) at #10 Holy Family (8-2), 1 p.m., Nov. 12.

CONTINENTAL COACH, PLAYER OF YEAR NAMED Brian Stebbins, coach of league champion Douglas County, and Rock Canyon senior Sloane Stewartson earned two of the top honors when the Continental League announced its AllConference softball team selections last week.

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ThunderRidge: Hannah Stanley, 3B, junior; Emily Morris, P, senior.

Mountain Vista: Rebecca Gonzales, IF/OF, junior; Paige McGuire, P, senior.

Ponderosa: Peyton Matejka, Cr, senior; Kendal Boyum, SS, senior.

Legend: Jesse Smith, CF, senior; Zoe Mihalicz, 1B/C, senior; Olivia Bradley, 3B, sophomore.

Chaparral: Sara Breckbill, C, senior; Adrienne Visintine, CF, junior.

Douglas County: Abbey Montoya, C/SS, junior; Jordan Acosta, CF, senior; Alley Kim, 3B, sophomore; Hanna Storey, 2B/SS/P/1B, senior.

Castle View: Lexi Kagan, 3B, senior; Anna Vairma, OF/P, junior.

Highlands Ranch: Ryan Milkowski, SS, sophomore.

Rock Canyon: Sloane Stewartson, C, senior; Syd Marchando, P, senior.

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HEAR THEM ROAR

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Rock Canyon’s Keeley Davis smashes the ball for a kill during the Jaguars’ regional playoff win over Rocky Mountain on Nov. 5. Rock Canyon heads to the Class 5A state volleyball tournament Nov. 11 and 12 at the Denver Coliseum.

PHOTO BY PAUL DISALVO

Gymnasts from area make mark at state

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Athletes vied for team, individual titles in Thornton

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Fans cheered, applauded and teammates from every team shouted encouragement whenever their favorite athlete prepared to compete during the Nov. 3 Class 5A state gymnastics meet at Thornton High School.

Pomona won the team title with 187.7 points. Cherry Creek finished fourth with a team score of 182.225.

Ponderosa was 11th and Rock Canyon was 12th.

Competition also was held for the state all-around individual champion.

Brooke Weins of Pomona won the all-around title. Two Cherry Creek gymnasts, Mackenzie Doerr and Avery Paxton, placed in the all-around competition. Doerr finished fifth and Paxton finished seventh.

Katherine Compton posted the best individual finish for Ponderosa as she took seventh place in the floor exercise.

Rock Canyon’s top finisher was Macey Fry, who placed 26th in the competition on the uneven parallel bars.

Gymnasts from teams that didn’t qualify for state could earn a spot in the championships as individual qualifiers by placing in the top 10 at regionals.

Heritage’s Lizzie Waters earned an individual spot at state in the floor exercise.

“I enjoy floor exercise because it is more than just a sprint down a runway,” Waters said. “When you compete in floor exercise you are out there performing and enjoying yourself doing it.”

She said her only expectation for her performance at state was to do her best and not make any big mistakes.

Waters’ performance at state earned her a 9.10 score and 25th place in the field of 71 gymnasts competing in the event.

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THE 2016 WINNERS! AWARDS

The results of our First Annual High School Football Fan Choice Awards AWARDS

VOTED BY THE COMMUNITY *Italicized names are runner-up

Programs Best Class A Football Program Mountain Vista High School Ponderosa High School

Best Class B Football Program Holy Family High School

Best Private School Football Program Holy Family High School Mullen High School

Best League Football Program Mountain Vista High School Ponderosa High School

Players Best Quarterback

Judd Erickson - Mountain Vista High School Stone Samaras

Best Running Back

Michael Rizzo - Mountain Vista High School Koby Eller - Highlands Ranch

Best Wide Receiver

Tristen Dean - Mountain Vista High School Preston Mills - Ponderosa High School

Best Defensive Lineman

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Youth orchestra is set to start classes in January Classes are open for strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITY

Young musicians will soon have a place in Highlands Ranch to sharpen their instrumental skills.

Symply Symphonic!, a youth orchestra, has partnered with the Highlands Ranch Community Association to offer classes to young residents and nonresidents starting in January.

The program — along with the Highlands Ranch Encore Chorale choir for those 50 and older

— brings new cultural and educational opportunities to the community, said Jamie Noebel, director of community relations and events of the Highlands Ranch Community Association.

“We are very excited to host this program for our young musicians in the area that want to get more experience and play with a group on a regular basis,” Noebel said.

The music group will be the first of its kind in Highlands Ranch.

There are few non-auditioned youth orchestras available in the Denver metro area, Symply Symphonic!

Director Barbara Seaton said in a media release.

“The ones that do exist are extremely competitive and therefore limited to a small number of players per year,” said Seaton, who learned to play the cello at 9 years

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old and has been teaching music for more than 25 years. She’s also an active member of the Littleton Symphony Orchestra.

“Music is brain food,” she said.

Symply Symphonic! has unlimited space availability so no student is ever turned away. Ages 8 to 18, of all music levels, are welcome with no audition necessary. Instruction will be offered for a variety of instruments, including the violin, cello, string bass, clarinet, flute, oboe, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, baritone, saxophone, percussion, piano and harp.

There will be a demonstration and rental night for beginners. Intermediate and advanced students are required to bring their own instruments.

Classes — which will include beginning, intermediate and ad-

vanced — will be held at Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, weekly during evenings for an hour and 15 minutes.

There will be several performances throughout the year at the recreation center and other community venues, including Town Center.

Young musicians will explore a variety of sounds, including classical, Celtic, jazz and pop. In addition, students will work with local professional composers, arrangers and teachers to tailor to individual interests and abilities, the media release says.

Seaton requires a 10-week commitment for all students, which culminates in a performance for family and friends.

“Our whole idea is that it’s a community thing — everyone gets to play and have fun,” Seaton said.

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First Publication: 10/20/2016 Last Publication: 11/17/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notices Dated: 8/26/2016 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee

The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Public Trustees PUBLIC NOTICE Englewood NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2016-0224 To Whom It May Concern: On 8/25/2016 12:09:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.

Original Grantor: SUSAN R. GOMEZ Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR KB HOME MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: MTGLQ INVESTORS, LP Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 12/30/2004 Recording Date of DOT: 1/14/2005 Reception No. of DOT: 2005004930 DOT Recorded in Douglas County.

Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $162,300.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $144,855.25

Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.

Legal Description of Real Property: Unit A, Condominium Building 28, MeridianVilla Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map thereof, recorded on November 5, 2004 at Reception No. 2004113639, in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Douglas County, Colorado, and as defined and described in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Meridian- Villa Condominiums, recorded on January 16, 2004 at Reception No. 2004007079 in said records, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.

Which has the address of: 9769 Mayfair Street #A, Englewood, CO 80112 NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 14, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.

MONICA KADRMAS Colorado Registration #: 34904 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 350-3711 Fax #: Attorney File #: 1269.020240.F01

Public Trustees

*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public T rustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2016-0224 First Publication: 10/20/2016 Last Publication: 11/17/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Misc. Private Legals PUBLIC NOTICE District Court, Douglas County, Colorado Court Address: 4000 Justice Way Castle Rock, CO 80109 THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of: NOAHH LEITCH, D.O.B.: 1/14/2010; The Child, And concerning: STEPHANIE BENEDICT, D.O.B.: 08/07/1984; Mother, PATRICK, LEITCH, D.O.B.: 1/27/1985, Father; SUSAN COOPER and DOUGLAS COOPER, Legal Custodian Grandparents, Respondents.

Counsel for Douglas County Department of Human Services John Thirkell 4400 Castleton Ct., Castle Rock, CO 80109 303-663-7726 303-688-5894 (fax) jthirkel@douglas.co.us Case Number: 16JV96 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. 2016.

TO STEPHANIE BENEDICT: 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 may be obtained at the office of John Thirkell, at the above address.

A hearing has been set for November 28, 2016, 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 have the right to legal representation at every stage of the proceedings by counsel of your own choosing, or if you are without sufficient financial means, appointment of counsel by the Court. Termination of your parent-child legal relationship to free your children for adoption is a possible remedy in this proceeding. If that remedy is pursued, you are entitled to a hearing before a Judge. You also have the right, if you are indigent, to have the Court appoint, at no expense to you, one expert witness of your own choosing at any hearing on the termination of your parent-child relationship. If you are a minor, you have the right to the appointment of a Guardian ad litem to represent your best interests.

If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38-103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process.

You have the right to have this matter heard by a district court judge rather than by the magistrate. You may waive that right, and in doing so, you will be bound by the findings and recommendations of the magistrate, subject to review as provided by sec. 19-1-108(5.5), C.R.S. 2016, and subsequently, to the right of appeal as provided by Colorado Appellate Rule 3.4.

First Publication: 10/20/2016 Last Publication: 11/17/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

This summons is being initiated by the Douglas County Department of Human Services through its counsel.

Dated: 8/26/2016 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee

Dated: October 28, 2016 John Thirkell, #13865 Assistant Douglas County Attorney

The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Legal Notice No.: 930139 First Publication: November 10, 2016 Last Publication: November 10, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

MONICA KADRMAS Colorado Registration #: 34904 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 350-3711 Fax #: Attorney File #: 1269.020240.F01

*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/

Legal Notice No.: 2016-0224 First Publication: 10/20/2016

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURERʼS DEED 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

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NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURERʼS DEED

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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 - Aztec Consultants Inc, a Land Surveying Company - Board of County Commissioners of Douglas County - C Rey Tenney, a Duly Registered Professional Land Surveyor c/o Aztec Consultants, Inc- Carol Baumgartner, Town Clerk c/o Town of Parker - Cherry Creek Basin Authority c/o R S Wells Inc - Citywide Bank - Clear Creek 48 LLC, a Colorado Limited Liability Company aka Clear Creek 48 LLC Colorado Venture II, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company - Cottonwood South Development LLC - County of Douglas, Trustee c/o Douglas County - David W Knapp, Commercial Title Officer c/o Land Title Guarantee Co – David W Knapp, Title Officer c/o Land Title Guarrantee Co - Douglas County - E.S. Alba as President of Omnivest Realty, Inc, as General Partner of Jordan 92 LLLP, a Colorado registered limited liability limited partnership - E.S. Alba, President c/o Omnivest Realty Inc. G.P. E.S. Alba, President c/o Omnivest Realty, Inc., a Colorado Corporation, General Partner - E-470 Public Highway Authority - Federal Land Bank of Wichita - Frederick V Miale Jr., President c/o Omnivest Realty, Inc, a Colorado Corporation, General Partner of Jordan 92 LLLP - Frederick V Miale Jr., Vice President c/o Omnivest Realty, Inc, a Colorado Corporation, General Partner of Jordan 92 LLLP - Frederick V Miale, Jr, President c/o Omnivest International Inc., a Colorado Corporation, General Partner - Frederick V Miale, Jr, President c/o Omnivest International Inc., as General Partner of Jordan 92 LLLP, a Colorado registered limited liability partnership Gary Laster, Mayor, Town of Parker Attn: Carol Baumgartner - Hampton Partners Investments, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, General Partner - J C Sherwood, V.P. c/o Citywide Bank - J. Lester Rose - J.C. Sherwood, SVP aka Joanne C Sherwood - James R Sullivan, Acting Chariman, Board of County Commissioners c/o Douglas County - Jeffrey S Robinson, as Manager of Hampton Partners Investments LLC as General Partner of Jordan 92, LLLP, a Colorado registered limited liability limited partnership - Jeffrey S Robinson, Manager c/o Hampton Partners Investments, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, General Partner - Jesse E Loyd, ET AL - John H. Vice President c/o Pueblo Bank and Trust Company - Jordan 92 LLLP, a Colorado Limited Liability Limited Partnership aka Jordan 92 LLLP - Jordan 92, LLLP, a Colorado registered limited liability limited partnership - Jordan Potomac LLC - JR Engineering Ltd. - Kent D Carlson as Manager c/o Clear Creek 48 LLC - Land Title Guarantee Company - LP Partners, a Colorado General Partnership – Manager c/o Clear Creek 48 LLC, a Colorado limited liability company – Manager c/o Swat VII LLC. A Colorado limited liability company – Manager c/o Rocolo V LLC - Mark Morley as Manager c/o Rocolo V LLC, a Colorado limited liability company - Michael C Cregger, a duly registered Professional Land Surveyor c/o TST Inc. of Denver - Omnivest International Inc., a Colorado corporation, General Partner - Omnivest Realty, Inc, a Colorado Corporation aka Omnivest Realty Inc. G.P - Omnivest Realty, Inc, a Colorado Corporation, General Partner of Jordan 92 LLLP aka Omnivest Realty Inc. G.P - Omnivest Realty, Inc., a Colorado Corporation, General Partner - Peter A Italiano, Planning Director on behalf of the Planning Commission c/o Planning Department Planning Commission of Douglas County Pueblo Bank and Trust Company - Robert Leon - Robin K Morley as Manager c/o Swat VII LLC Rocolo V LLC, a Colorado Limited Liability Company - Scott Carlson, Manager c/o Jordan Potomac LLC, a Colorado limited liability company - SPC LLC - Swat VII LLC, a Colorado Limited Liability Company - The Parker Water & Sanitation District aka Parker Water & Sanitation District - Toni Davenport Fudge, Trustee Toni D Fudge Trust, Operating Manager & Member c/o Colorado Venture II, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company - Town of Parker - TST Inc of Denver aka TST Inc of Denver Consulting Engineers - Walter W Maxwell, Chair, Board of County Commissioners c/o Douglas County You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 12th day of November 2013 the then County Treasurer of the County of Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to County of Douglas, Trustee the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit: TRACT F COTTONWOOD SOUTH 1ST AMD 0.199 AM/L and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to County of Douglas, Trustee. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent* taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2012. That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Jordan 92 LLLP for said year 2012.

That on the 25th day of August 2016 said County of Douglas, Trustee assigned said certificate of purchase to Parker Water and Sanitation District.That said Parker Water and Sanitation District on the 26th day of August 2016 the present holder of said certificate, has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurerʼs

You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 12th day of November 2013 the then County Treasurer of the County of Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to County of Douglas, Trustee the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit:

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TRACT F COTTONWOOD SOUTH 1ST AMD 0.199 AM/L

and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to County of Douglas, Trustee. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent* taxes assessed against To advertise your public notices call 303-566-4100 said real estate for the year 2012.

That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Jordan 92 LLLP for said year 2012.

That on the 25th day of August 2016 said County of Douglas, Trustee assigned said certificate of purchase to Parker Water and Sanitation District.That said Parker Water and Sanitation District on the 26th day of August 2016 the present holder of said certificate, has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurerʼs Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said Parker Water and Sanitation District at 1:00 oʼclock P.M., on the 16th day of February 2017 unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurerʼs Deed. Witness my hand this 24th day of October 2016.

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/s/ Diane A. Holbert County Treasurer of Douglas County Legal Notice No.: 930077 First Publication: November 3, 2016 Last Publication: November 17, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Government Legals PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on the 5th day of DECEMBER 2016, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and ACADEMY SPORTS TURF for the 2016 WEST FIELDS SYNTHETIC TURF AT HIGHLAND HERITAGE REGIONAL PARK PROJECT, INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) #015-16 (PO#36351), in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said ACADEMY SPORTS TURF for or on account for the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said 5th day of DECEMBER 2016, to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Douglas County Government, Board of County Commissioners, c/o Parks & Trails, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104.

Failure on the part of the claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimantʼs claim. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Carolyn S. Riggs, CPPB, Purchasing Supervisor, Douglas County Government.

Legal Notice No.: 930095 First Publication: November 3, 2016 Last Publication: November 10, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice PUBLIC NOTICE CONCERNING DOUGLAS COUNTY’S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) 2015 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) Douglas County has prepared a CAPER, which evaluates overall progress in addressing priorities and specific objectives identified in the 20142018 Douglas County Consolidated Plan and 2015 Annual Action Plan. This report summarizes CDBG project accomplishments and provides a financial summary of the 2015 CDBG programs. The County invites public review of this document beginning November 10, 2016 and ending November 23, 2016. The CAPER is submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in accordance with program regulations. The report is accessible on Douglas County’s website. Hard copies are located at Douglas County, 100 Third St., Castle Rock, and any of the Douglas County Library Reference Desks. Those who wish to share comments should contact Tina Dill at 303-8144380, tdill@douglas.co.us, or the address referenced above. Reasonable accommodations can be provided to individuals with disabilities or those who do not speak English to ensure meaningful review of this document. Arrangements for accommodations are to be made in advance, and may include TDD/TTY/Relay number, and use of interpreters as needed.

Legal Notice No.: 930158 First Publication: November 10, 2016 Last Publication: November 10, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice AVISO PÚBLICO CON RESPETO A LA BECA DEL BLOQUE DE DESARROLLO COMUNITARIO (CDBG POR SUS SIGLOS EN INGLÉS) REPORTE CONSOLIDADO DE LA EVALUACIÓN ANUAL DE RENDIMIENTO

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AVISO PÚBLICO CON RESPETO A LA BECA DEL BLOQUE DE DESARROLLO COMUNITARIO (CDBG POR SUS SIGLOS EN INGLÉS) REPORTE CONSOLIDADO DE LA EVALUACIÓN ANUAL DE RENDIMIENTO 2015 (CAPER POR SUS SIGLOS EN INGLÉS)

El Condado de Douglas ha preparado el CAPER, lo cual evalúa el progreso general hacia abordar las prioridades y objetivos específicos identificados en el Plan Consolidado del Condado de Douglas 2014-2018 y el Plan de Acción Anual 2015. Este reporte resume los cumplimientos del proyecto CDBG y provee un resumen financiero de los programas del CDBG en 2015. El Condado solicita el reviso público de este documento comenzando el 10 de Noviembre de 2016 y terminando el 23 de Noviembre de 2016. El CAPER se entrega al Departamento de Alojamiento y Desarrollo Urbano de los EE.UU según las regulaciones del programa. El reporte está accesible en la página web del Condado de Douglas. Copias físicas están ubicadas en el Condado de Douglas, 100 Third St., Castle Rock, y en cualquier de los escritorios de consulta en las bibliotecas del Condado de Douglas. Aquellas personas que desean compartir comentario deben de comunicarse con Tina Dill a 303-814-4380, tdill@douglas.co.us , o a la dirección referida arriba. Acomodaciones razonables podrían ser provistas a los individuales discapacitados o a las personas que no hablan inglés, para asegurar el reviso significativo de este document. Arreglos para acomodaciones tienen que ser hechos por adelantado, lo cual puede incluir número de retransmisión/TDD/TTY, y el uso de intérpretes como sea necesario.

Legal Notice No.: 930159 First Publication: November 10, 2016 Last Publication: November 10, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 15, 2016 beginning at 2:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Douglas will conduct a public hearing concerning the proposed adoption of a resolution amending the 2016 adopted budget. Any interested elector of Douglas County may file an objection to the proposed amendment to the budget at any time prior to it’s final adoption by the Board of County Commissioners. A copy of said resolution may be obtained for inspection at the offices of the County Commissioners at the above address in Castle Rock, Colorado, or viewed on-line at www.douglas.co.us.

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Legal Notice No: 930152 First Publication: November 10, 2016 Last Publication: November 10, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

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