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The Inn at Palmer Divide likely to be sold Advanced Recovery Systems possibly taking over By Danny Summers
dsummers @coloradocommunitymedia.com Advanced Recovery Systems, a drug, alcohol and eating disorder company with its headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is expected to take over the Inn at Palmer Divide and will convert the grounds into a rehabilitation center. The sale is expected to be completed as early as the middle of February, according to multiple sources close to the Tri-Lakes Tribune. Al Fritts is the managing partner of The Inn. He was unavailable for comment. On Jan. 20, Advanced Recovery Systems posted job advertisements at several online sites, including Career Builder, looking for a facility maintenance specialist, housekeeping, food services director, healthcare registered dietician, and more at its Palmer Lake facility. On Jan. 22, two representatives from Advanced Recovery addressed the Palmer Lake Town Council and Tri-Lakes area citizens that were at the meeting. “A big concern of the council and
While final details of the sale are being worked out, it appears to be business as usual at The Inn, which includes Mosaic Restaurant. Photos by Rob Carrigan the people at the meeting was that we’re inviting drug addicts into our town,” said Palmer Lake Councilman Paul Banta. “That doesn’t feel god. That feels scary.”
Banta added that concerns were put at ease when it was explained that Advanced Recovery has “highend clients,” paying as much as $50,000 to complete the program,
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Advanced Recovery Systems, a Florida-based company is reportedly in negotiations to acquire the The Inn at Palmer Divide.
which lasts about six weeks. While more jobs could be created, Banta said it is unclear how much revenue the town will make from hotel tax. “The hotel tax is like $2 a day per room or person,” Banta said. “I believe if you stay somewhere in town 31 days or more the hotel tax does not apply. Since most of (Advanced Recovery’s) clients would be staying longer than 31 days, we asked (the representatives) if they would object to us possibly restructuring our current ordinance. They said they had no problem with that.” While final details of the sale are being worked out, it appears to be business as usual at The Inn, which includes Mosaic Restaurant. “I don’t have many details,” said Terri Hayes, executive director of the
Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce. “We have a chamber event at The Inn Feb. 12.” According to The Inn’s website, business is running as usual. It is even planning a special Valentine’s Day event on Feb. 14. Telephone and emails left for Advanced Recovery Systems have not yet been returned. According to the Advanced Recovery Systems website, it is an integrated healthcare management company for substance abuse, alcoholism, addictions, eating disorders and related mental health treatment programs and centers. The center is designed for outpatient and residential programs. Lewis Gold, MD, and Mitchell Eisenberg, MD, are the company’s co-CEO’s and co-chairmen.
Monument and Palmer Lake avoid water court — for time being Tentative deal reached hours before case was to go to court TRI-LAKES TRIBUNE (USPS 418-960)
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dsummers@coloradocommunitymedia.com The towns of Monument and Palmer Lake have avoided water court - for now - and are in continued negotiations for a settlement agreement that would benefit both Tri-Lakes communities. “The last thing I saw was that the trial will be continued until Feb. 17 so both towns can formulate an (Inter-governmental agreement) with the settlement details,” said Pam Smith, the town of Monument town manager. “It appears, with both Town Boards approval of the IGA, we will have this settled.” An eleventh-hour agreement was reached on Feb. 2 to not take the fight to water court in Denver (scheduled for Feb. 3-5). “We have been in negotiations with Palmer Lake — not the Awake the Lake Committee, but the Town government — non-stop for a couple of weeks,” Smith said. “We are extremely close to having an agreement. I hope we can come to an agreement and put this thing to bed.” The towns have been fighting over an old railroad water right, which Monument claims Palmer Lake abandoned. Palmer Lake hopes to convert the right into water that can be used to fill its nearly empty lake — except for a few springs that pop up in the desert-type landscape. Monument has long maintained that Palmer Lake had abandoned the water right after years of incorrect use to fill its lake, rather than for industrial use.
An eleventh-hour agreement was reached on Feb. 2 to not take the fight to water court in Denver (scheduled for Feb. 3-5). Photo by Rob Carrigan The towns are basically in a gridlock over 21.8 million gallons of water. Each side has given reasons for water rights. Residents from both communities have addressed the Monument Town Trustees to settle the fight so the lake can be filled. The town of Palmer Lake has been dealing with the state and other water districts in the Tri-Lakes area since December 2013. That was when it asked to convert an old railroad water right into a source
that could fill the nearly dry lake to pre-2005 levels. The railroad water right has gone unused since the late 1950s, when Colorado’s railroads stopped running steam engines. Representatives with the town of Monument have said that losing 67-acre feet of water could have a serious impact on Monument Lake. An acre foot of water is enough to cover a football field in a foot of water.
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About the Town: Interview with Trustee Jeff Smith By Jennifer Cunningham Contributing writer
Do you know the length of the Colorado State Constitution? The newest town of Monument trustee, Jeff Smith, can tell you. He does not take his first formal role in government lightly. Prior to his swearing in on Jan. 5, he spent untold hours reading state, county and municipal regulations to ensure he was fully prepared to properly adjudicate issues. “I’m very much a rule person,” he admitted. “If we’re going to impose a society of a rule of law, … I have to figure out what we have to do to comply.” Smith came into his trustee position via board appointment. The most common method is by election. However, because of the incumbent, Stan Gingrich, moving outside the town limits, forcing his resignation, the seat became open off cycle. Trustee Smith will remain in this position until April of 2016, at which point he can run for reelection. Born in Colorado, Smith asked for assignment to the U.S. Air Force Academy three times during his 22-year Air Force career, each being denied. Upon retiring in 2012, he moved his family here in faith without employment prospects. He made the most of that unfettered time to earn an master’s degree from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and “de-mil” himself, or learn to become a civilian. Smith is self-employed as a consultant helping businesses with marketing, operations management, human resources and strategic planning. He is assisting his principal client, a surface restoration company, with development of a new process that repairs the interior fixtures of corporate aircraft without removing them from the fuselage. When Smith moved here, he knew he wanted to become involved. However, he waited before stepping forward. “I didn’t want to be seen as a transplant from outside trying to change things in the community,” he shared. Smith also stated he needed a couple years to make sure Monument really encapsulated the values he desired. Smith has been very impressed with everyone he works with at town hall. Because
Jeff Smith’s swearing in with Mayor Rafael Dominguez. Photo by Jennifer Cunningham he is zealous about following procedures, he often seeks advice and information from the town manager, department heads and staff. He understands Colorado legislative actions can negatively affect small business. “My intent is to get to know the rules well enough to make them serve the town of Monument,” Smith said. “Being aware of [them] upfront can give us a voice to petition the state government.” His main goal as a trustee is to be value added. As he gets to know his peers, he will look for ways he can be a complement to the board. “If someone has a steep knowledge of something, I’ll rely on them,” he said. “Then
I’ll focus on any areas that are lacking.” One of his first endeavors will be to foster more community input and participation. He knows our citizen base is a wealth of information and wants to encourage them to make suggestions or pass on opportunities. As with other trustees, he is concerned for and wants to hear from members throughout the Tri-Lakes community, not just those within the town. When asked of his vision for Monument, he quickly responded, “Managing growth so that you don’t destroy the charm that people liked when they moved here.” He admits that will be a challenge, but is thankful geography will limit excessive development.
Smith is challenged by the time required to understand all the nuances of governance. This self-imposed obligation will only benefit Monument. “My commitment is to learn and make educated, rational decisions on behalf of the town as a trustee,” he asserted. “If I fail to do that, then I fail the point of me serving.” Trustee Smith, along with the other board members, is available to discuss issues or answer questions. His contact information can be found on the town of Monument website. The public is encouraged to attend Board of Trustee meetings held the first and third Mondays at 6:30 p.m., in the town hall conference room.
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THINGS TO DO Feb. 19
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Feb. 12
LECTURE, EXHIBIT opening Western Museum of Mining and Industry welcomes Mike McDonald, GM of the Henderson Mine and former GM of the Climax Mine in Leadville, who will talk about Molybdenum, known to museum guests as a “greasy” rock and used in lubricating spacecraft engines, producing radiographic images in medicine and more. The lecture is at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, and is part of the opening of the exhibit “Molybdenum and the History of the Climax Mine.” Reception is at 6 p.m. Lecture is free; RSVP to 719-488-0880 or rsvp@wmmi.org.
Feb. 19
CIVIL WAR highlights The Palmer Lake Historical Society plans a presentation on the Civil War battle at New Market, Va., at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent, Palmer Lake. Participants in the battle included cadets from the nearby Virginia Military Institute. Pat McCarthy, a member of the historical society, will describe key aspects of the battle and its imp act on General Grant’s efforts to seize the Shenandoah Valley and ultimately the Confederate Capitol of Richmond. Event is free to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Visit www. palmerdividehistory.org or call 719-559-0837.
Feb. 17
INVENTORS MEETING Do you have a great idea and need help. Join the Inventors Roundtable Discussion at 6 uired p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, at Denny’s Restaurant (I-25 and Circle over- Drive, Colorado Springs). Go to www.inventorsroundtable. will com for details and directions. Call 719-576-3394 to reach the restaurant. For information, call 303-910-8889. make alf of I fail serv-
INFORMATION NIGHT CASA offers a volunteer opportunity like no other. As appointed representatives of the court, CASA volunteers are empowered to make a lifelong difference in the lives of abused and neglected children. Find out how you can become a CASA. Join us from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, for a 4-1-1 hour at the CASA office, 701 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs. RSVP to Kelly at 719447-9898, ext. 1033 or visit www.casappr.org.
March 20-22
LIVING ART First Lutheran Church presents Gallery of Living Art at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 20; 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday, March 21; and 3 p.m. Sunday, March 22, in the Sanctuary of the church at 1515 N. Cascade, Colorado Springs. The story of Christ’s Passion and Resurrection unfolds through live reproductions of 14 sacred works of art. Admission is free, and child care is provided. Contact Joan Kuehn and Judy Wach at 719-632-8836.
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CONTEMPLATIVE JOURNEY Make a commitment in 2015 to gain a deeper understanding of God and yourself. Contemplative Journey I runs through Tuesday, April 14, at Benet Hill Monastery. Choose from morning (9:30-11:30 a.m.) or evening (6:30-8:30 p.m.) classes. The wisdom and writings of Fr. Thomas Keating, Gail FitzpatrickHopler, Fr. Carl Arico & David Frenette explain the theology, psychology and spirituality of centering prayer and Christian contemplation. The 11-week class includes prayer time, facilitated discussion, readings, reflections and personal Soul Friending Sessions. Cost includes two Saturday workshops, the Forgiveness Prayer and the Welcoming Prayer, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 21 and March 14. Contact Ana Cloughly, OSB at 719-633-0655 or sana@benethillmonastery.org for more information or register online at www.benethillmonastery. org. Benet Hill Monastery is on Highway 83 north of Colorado Springs in the Black Forest at 3190 Benet Lane.
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The Key Club basketball challenge with the Kiwanians will be Sunday, February 9, at 1:00 p.m. The guest speaker for the meeting was Dr. Anthony Ricci, Director of Counseling Services at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. He talked on the subject El Paso County Suicide Referral Service. At the February 5 meeting Virgil Watkins presented the charter for the Explorer Post and answered questions regarding Adult Reference Library to be set up at Lewis Palmer Middle School. Gary Unruh, a psychiatric social worker with the Pikes Peak Family Counseling and Mental Health Center in Colorado Springs will be leader for “Youthtrap 75”. The topics will be on personal growth, faith, and maturity for junior high youth and is sponsored by The Church at Woodmoor. Free lubrication with purchase of oil change and filter at Kolacney Chevy Olds Suburu in Castle Rock. This offer is good for the month of February.
Several folks have had the flu lately: Mrs. Edith Carpenter, Alta Kendrick, Bobbi Pierce, Jesse Krueger, Margot Krueger and many others. 2 for 1 sale of the Tribune. Get a free year for yourself if you subscribe for a friend for the annual rate of $3.00. Good for only one week so get yours in right away. Lewis Palmer will host the Pikes Peak League One Act Drama, Saturday, February 15, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mrs. Leslie Robbins thanks Mitch Eichman, a 6th grader at Lewis Palmer Elementary School, for returning her pendant which she lost at the Yule Log Hunt. Mr. Eichman found the pendant on the jeep trail up the hill. She was impressed with his honesty. 23 of 42 fatal accidents in El Paso County were due to drinking in excess. The dedication of Glen Park Ice Skating Rink was a fun filled Saturday morning for children from Palmer Lake, Monument and Woodmoor area. Despite the 15 degree temperature and fog the event went on. After skating, parents and children huddled around a bonfire for hot drinks and cider. Compiled by Linda Case
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Trustee Bornstein shares a small office with his retired service dog, Banyan. Bornstein loves the town and its people and wants to ensure Monument maintains the small community feel. Photo by Jennifer Cunningham
About the Town: Interview with Trustee Jeff Bornstein By Jennifer Cunningham Contributing writer
Wall-to-wall businesses and fence-tofence homes are not in Trustee Jeff Bornstein’s vision for Monument. A resident for 15 years, he moved here from Arizona, via Austin, Texas, for the great schools and beautiful open space afforded in the community. When asked why he took this inaugural leap into government, he said, “I don’t believe that you can complain about something unless you want to do something about it. I thought it was really important to be involved.” Bornstein was elected in May 2012, leaving just 17 months on his tenure. A tribologist by day, Bornstein specializes in the study and application of the principles of friction, lubrication and wear. His niche is lubricants for food manufacturing plants, taking him across the country and the globe to consult, develop and provide
specialty oils. When not traveling, Bornstein makes a point of talking to people wherever he goes in the community. He introduces himself as a trustee or being part of Monument, asking what they’d like to see for the town. This broad question to a broad audience means he is most likely soliciting input from people who may not actually reside in Monument proper. The number of citizens within the town boundary is just more than 5,800. However, many more live in unincorporated areas, with more than 9,000 in Woodmoor alone. When asked about the delineation, he responded saying, “It doesn’t matter where you live. Your opinion counts.” The opinions Bornstein has gathered align with his passion to maintain the look and feel of Monument. There are different schools of thought on bringing big business to Monument. He understands growth is going to occur. However, he firmly believes there needs to be an overarching vision that
dictates decisions. The board of trustees is in the early stages of developing such a plan. One of his greatest concerns is bringing in too many businesses. He believes that would conflict with the reasons people moved here. “I don’t think the bottom line is bringing big business in for the taxes,” he asserted. He considers the town very solvent and disagrees every piece of open land should be developed. Another potential blemish, in his mind, are the three new housing developments approved or underway. Lake of the Rockies, accounting for a three-phased build of 156 homes, is located on the west side of the interstate surrounding Monument Lake. The other two developments are collocated at the southeast corner of Highway 105 and Knollwood. Bornstein stated he does not want to see homes standing vacant or detracting from the feel of the community. The input of residents, whether in or
out of the town boundary, is paramount to Bornstein. He’ll admit he’s been most surprised by the lack of community involvement. Unlike big government, however, the opinions of residents will be heard by the town board and play a factor in decisionmaking. “Please come to the [town council] meetings,” he pleads. “Your voice means more than you’ll ever know.” That said, the flip side for residents is understanding requests cannot always be granted or accomplished in a timely manner. This is frustrating for Bornstein, who likes to take immediate action when presented with an issue. However, he maintains things will get done. Every member of the council is available via email, phone or in person. Their contact information can be found on the town of Monument website. Board meetings are open to the public every first and third Monday at 6:30 pm.
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Designs sought for Summit Complex RFP calls for plans at top of America’s Mountain For the Tribune and Courier With much anticipation and after years of waiting, a new Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center is one step closer to becoming a reality. The city of Colorado Springs is seeking the services of a qualified architectural/engineering design firm for the purpose of developing plans for the replacement of the existing facilities on the Summit of Pikes Peak. Through the collaborative efforts of the U.S. Forest Service, Colorado Springs Utilities and the U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine, a request for proposal has been issued to the public. Prospective consultants can obtain the solicitation documents for project R15024 LJ by visiting on to rockymountainbidsystem.com. Completed proposals should be submitted no later than Thursday, April 2 at 3 p.m. “Pikes Peak America’s Mountain is an iconic symbol for our region which is recognized around the world. The new facilities will provide breathtaking views and an opportunity to enjoy the mountain top that inspired the song America the Beautiful,” said Mayor Steve Bach. Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is one of the most visited mountains in the world and a top tourist attraction for the state of Colorado. Annually, more than 600,000 people reach the summit via the Pikes Peak Highway, the Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway or by utilizing one of the hiking trails including USFS Barr Trail. “The USDA Forest Service is pleased to be working in partnership with Pikes Peak — America’s Mountain along with other partners in a Request for Proposal focused on designs for three facilities on two building sites on the summit of Pikes Peak”, says Oscar Martinez, district ranger for the Pikes Peak Ranger District, Pike National Forest. “In advance of the environmental assessment process for the Pikes Peak Summit Complex, the initiation of this long awaited RFP process should yield valuable information for helping to design new facilities
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Oil, gas task force offers glimpse of recommendations Amy Woodward
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A number of House representatives are fastened to a proposed fracking bill that will require compensation to nts isroyalty owners for the value of royalties not received due ys beto local governments who elect to implement a hydrauman-lic fracturing ban. who The bill, sponsored by Rep. Perry Buck, D-Windsor, pre-awaits its hearing in the House State, Veterans and Milimain-tary Affairs Committee, but has accumulated co-sponsorship by 17 other Republican House Representatives. lable “Government cannot take your property without just compensation,” Buck said of her bill. conIt’s the first piece of legislation related to fracking to town come from the general assembly but most lawmakers tingsare waiting for recommendations from the governor’s thirdoil and gas task force, which was created last September. Last week, the task force approved a number of proposals with a straw vote on increased local government involvement for drilling operations that included support for permitting processes for operators that would require local government approval. The operator may seek mediation through the land dispute resolution board if a local government does not approve and the operator may appeal to a district court if the mediation is not successful. The 19 member task force will be working through the final drafts of its proposal in the coming weeks with a pending deadline to submit its recommendations to the governor on Feb. 27. The oil and gas task force will meet for the last time on Feb. 24. “After listening to the task force meetings…it gets really, really complicated,” said Rep. Su Ryden D-Aurora. “That is probably my biggest concern with this bill is that it would be, I think, very difficult to even try to carry out with so many unknowns involved - nobody really knows what a well is going to produce until it actually produces it.”
that both improve the visitor experience and protect the National Historic Landmark designation of the summit.” This new project will design summit complex facilities and replace four aging facilities on the summit of Pikes Peak. The successful completion of this project will restore areas of the mountain top and provide an outstanding visitor experience. Col. Thomas G. Eccles III, Commander, U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine, says, “The U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine’s mission is to improve soldiers’ health and performance in extreme environments. The High Altitude Research Laboratory at Pikes Peak has been an essential part of this mission for more than 50 years.
In addition to helping us understand how altitude affects soldiers; the Pikes Peak Lab has contributed to improvements across the whole field of mountain medicine. We’re incredibly enthusiastic to continue our partnership with the city of Colorado Springs and the U.S. Forest Service as we upgrade the lab for the 21st century.” Jack Glavan, Manager of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, said, “The posting of the Summit Complex design RFP represents a long-term effort between the City of Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs Utilities, the U.S. Army and the U.S. Forest Service and the beginning of an extensive process that will provide a quality visitor experience.”
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On Saturday, Jan. 17, the Monument Hill Kiwanis Club presented the Salvation Army a donation of $ 40,790.00 raised during the recent Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringing in Monument. Shown in Front Row from Left to Right are Major Richard Larson of the Salvation Army, Ben Selek, Matt Porter, and Garrett Marchetti ( all the Lewis Palmer Middle School Kiwanis Builders Club ), Emily Held ( Project Manager of the Kiwanis Key Club at Lewis Palmer High School ) and Max Williams of Monument Hill Kiwanis Club. Shown in the Second Row from Left to Right are RF Smith, Rick Couch, Tom Nelson, Jerry Losey, Mark Zeiger, and Larry Young (all of Monument Hill Kiwanis Club ). Not shown are Jeane Turner of the Salvation Army, Boy Scouts from Troop 17 and Bill Healy, Dr. Larry Adams and Harry Brandon of Monument Hill Kiwanis Club. Photo by Warren Gerig
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District 38 Parents: Protect Your Children & Preserve Parental Control REFUSE SPRING PARCC/CMAS TESTING
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DID YOU KNOW...
• The brand‐new invasive PARCC/CMAS tests opens the door to personal, massive data collection on
D38 children with no local oversight allowed.
• The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (“PARCC”) testing creates a
large new student tracking database where the federal government has access to private informa‐ tion on your child’s academic record, health care history, biometric information, photos, personality and much more (over 400 point data collection model).
• PARCC tests are owned by a private company, Pearson Education, who profits from your tax dollars.
• PARCC has agreed to release data on your children to the Federal Department of Education.
• Your child’s sensitive private information and personally identifiable data and your family’s personal
information can be released to the federal government and also private companies for marketing and other purposes.
• CMAS and PARCC tests require substantial new costs, at the burden of taxpayers, and result in a loss
of quality instructional time in the classroom.
• The bottom line is CMAS/PARCC testing & Common Core standards lead to less parental control.
The only ’local control’ left in these testing mandates lies in parents exercising their right to refuse these tests.
HOW TO TAKE ACTION AND PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN Download the Refuse to Test Form
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Share this information with other D38 & Colorado parents.
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Between Thanksgiving and Christmas in good weather and bad, the Members of Monument Hill Kiwanis Club and their Affiliates rang the bell for the Salvation Army. “The community came through by donating $40,790 into the Red Kettles outside Monument’s Safeway and King Sooper Grocery Stores, and Wal-Mart Department Store. The amount of the 2014 donations set a new record for the Tri-Lakes area Salvation Army contributions,” said Frank Bittinger, publicity director for the Monument
Hill Kiwanis Club. “Besides the 40-plus members of Monument Hill Kiwanis Club who rang the bell, students from the Lewis Palmer Middle School Kiwanis Builders Club and Lewis Palmer High School Kiwanis Key Clubs and Boy Scouts from Monument’s Troop 17 also volunteered many hours to ring the bell. Monument Hill Kiwanis Club wishes to thanks all those who participated, and the area stores who cooperated in this Fund Raiser for The Salvation Army,” Bittinger said.
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PIKES PEAK Workforce Center offers monthly classes on topics such as resume writing, interview skills and more. Workshops are free and take place at the main office, 1675 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 1107, Colorado Springs. Call 719667-3730 or go to www.ppwfc.org. TRI-LAKES BUSINESS Networking International meets from 8-9:30 a.m. every Wednesday at the Mozaic Inn in Palmer Lake. Call Elizabeth Bryson at 719-481-0600 or e-mail ebryson@farmersagent.com.
TRI-LAKES CHAMBER Business After Hours meets from 5-7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at various locations. Free to members; $10 for non-members. Call 719 481-3282 or go to www.trilakeschamber.com. TRI-LAKES CHAMBER Business Networking Group meets at 7:30 a.m. the first and third Thursday at Willow Tree Cafe, 140 2nd St., Monument. New members welcome. If District 38 is delayed or cancelled, their will be no meeting. Yearly membership dues are $20. Call 719 481-3282 or go to www.trilakeschamber.com. WOODMOOR BUSINESS Group Meeting is the second Monday of every month from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Woodmoor Barn, 1691 Woodmoor Dr. We are Woodmoor residents offering products and services to the community. New members welcome. For more information, call Bobbi Doyle at 719-331-3003 or go to www.woodmoorbusinessgroup.com.
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AMATEUR RADIO Operators, W0TLM (Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Radio Association), meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Tri-Lakes Monutemnt Fire Protection District Station 1, 18650 Hwy 105. All Amateur Radio Operators are welcome. Contact Joyce Witte at joycewitte@gmail. com or 719-488-0859 for more information. The grouip will not meet in December.
ADULT RECREATIONAL and intermediate pick up volleyball is at Lewis-Palmer Middle School every Monday from 7-9 p.m. Call Claudia at 719-313-6662 for details. BINGO BY the Tri-Lakes American Legion Post 9-11 is conducted from 7 to 9 p.m. every Saturday at the Post home, Depot Restaurant in Palmer lake. Proceeds are dedicated to Scholarship and community support activities of the Post. At least 70 percent of the game sales are awarded in prizes, and free food drawings are conducted. Doors open at 6 p.m. and all are invited for the fun, food, and prizes. See www.americanlegiontrilakespost911. com/bingo.htm for more information. BIG RED Saturday Market. Fresh vegetables and fruit, bakery items, local honey, crafts, jewelry, pet stuff and more are for sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday at the Big Red Saturday market at Second and Jefferson streets in Monument. The money benefits Lewis-Palmer community schools. FRIENDS OF Monument Preserve is a nonprofit organization that works to keep trails rideable and hikeable in the Monument Preserve Area. Meetings are at 7 p.m. every third Wednesday at the Monument Fire Center. Trail work is done at 6 p.m. the second Tuesday in the summer months. Contact info@ Clubs continues on Page 7
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A.F and A.M meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month. Eastern Star meets 7:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays. Both groups meet at 18275 Furrow Road. Call 719-488-9329.
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John Heiser at 719-488-9031 or go to www.CoalitionTLC.org. fomp.org or Chris at 719-488-9850.
COLORADO MOUNTED Rangers Troop “I”
GENTLE YOGA with Nancy Stannard is offered at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. Safe, fun and accessible for all. Flexibility, breathing, balance and gentle strengthening. Yoga 101 for beginners also available. Contact Nancy Stannard nancystannard55@gmail.com for details and to attend first class.
is looking for volunteers. The troop meets at 7 p.m. the first Friday of the month at the Colorado Springs Police Department, Gold Hill Division, 955 W. Moreno Ave, Colorado Springs. Visit https:// coloradoranger.org/index.php/troops/troop-i or email info@ coloradoranger.org
THE PIKES Peak chapter of Pheasants Forever meets at 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month (except June, August and September) at the Colorado Division of Wildlife Training Classroom in the back of the building at 4255 Sinton Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80970.
to make friends, learn new skills and challenge themselves in a safe and nurturing environment. Call 719-597-8603.
PIKES PEAK Jugglers is an informal group of jugglers
ranging in skill from beginners to professionals. The group meets weekly, from 3:30-5 p.m. Sundays, at the downtown YMCA. This is a free activity, and one does not need to be a member to participate. All those with a fun attitude are invited to join. Call 719-477-9978.
THE VAILE Museum, 66 Lower Glenway, is open
from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays year-round and from 1-4 p.m. Wednesdays from June through August. Groups by appointment are accepted. Call 719-559-0837.
VINI E Crostini, 6 flight wine tasting paired with moZaic tasty bites is at 5 p.m the first Saturday of the month at 443 S. Highway 105, Palmer Lake. Cost is $40 per person.
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THE BLACK Forest AARP Chapter meets from 1-4 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at Black Forest Lutheran Church, 12455 Black Forest Road. No membership, no dues, no obligations; just an opportunity to get together and socialize. Some individuals play dominoes, others work on their needlework or other projects that they bring, and some just watch and talk. Light snacks and coffee and lemonade are furnished. The Black Forest AARP Chapter 1100 sponsors the Senior Social but you do not have to be a chapter member to attend. All ages are invited. Bring a friend Call the church office at 719-495-2221. THE CENTURIAN Daylight Lodge No 195
GIRL SCOUTING offers opportunities for girls ages 5-17
GLENEAGLE SERTOMA Club luncheon meeting is every Wednesday at 11:45 a.m., at Liberty Heights, 12105 Ambassador Drive, Colorado Springs, 80921. Call Garrett Barton at 719-433-5396 or Bob Duckworth at 719-481-4608, or visit www. sertoma.org.
merce Administration Building, 166 Second St., Monument. Arrive at 11:30 a.m.; meals served at noon. Bring a dish to pass and your own dinner service and flatwear. We usually have a luncheon and play games. Newcomers are welcome. Call Irene Walters, co-president, at 719-481-1188 for reserivations.
MOUNT HERMAN 4-H Club meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at Grace Best Elementary. There are no meetings in June, July and August. Anyone interested in pursuing animal projects, archery, cooking, sewing, model rocketry, woodworking or just about any hobby is welcome. A new member meeting is the third Thursday in October. THE PALMER Lake Art Group meets the second Saturday of the month at 643 Highway 105, Palmer Lake. Social time is 9 a.m. followed by the busiess meeting at 9:30 a.m. and a short program. Membership consists of artists in all fields of media. Visit www.palmerlakeartgroup.com for details. PALMER DIVIDE Quiltmakers meets at 7 p.m. the
first Thursday of each month at The Church at Woodmoor. Contact Carolyn at 719-488-9791 or hockcf@aol.com.
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American Pen Women offers information by calling 719-5320021.
ITALIAN CLUB If you love family, socializing and culture, then membership in Sons of Italy is right for you. Membership is open to men and women. More information at www. sonsofitalypp.com.
PIKES PEAK Women’s Connection meets the second Thursday of the month for a luncheon at the Clarion Hotel Downtown, 314 W. Bijou St., Colorado Springs. Social time begins at 11:30 a.m., with luncheon and program from noon to 1:30 p.m. Free preschool childcare is available with a reservation; $16 inclusive. Call 719-495-8304 for reservations or information. All women are welcome.
p.m. the first Wednesday of every month.
KIWANIS CLUB of Monument Hill, a service club dedicated to providing assistance to those less fortunate in the Tri-Lakes community, meets 8 a.m. Saturdays at The Inn at Palmer Divide, 443 Colo. 105. Join us for breakfast, great fellowship and informative programs, and come be a part of the opportunity to give back to your community. Visit http://monumenthillkiwanis. org; call 719-4871098; e-mail info@monumenthillkiwanis.org LEGACY SERTOMA dinner meetings are at 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays monthly at Monument Country Club. New members and visitors welcome. Call Ed Kinney, 4812750. MOMS IN Touch prayer groups meet, by school, throughout the school district for one hour each week to support the children, their teachers, the schools and administration through prayer. Call Judy Ehrlich at 719-481-1668. THE MONUMENT Homemakers Club meets the
first Thursday of every month at the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Com-
Guest always welcome. Serve with intergrity, love our community and have fun. Call Scott Allen at 719-338-7939.
SILENT SPRINGS Social Group is a social group for hard of hearing and deaf adults. Sign language users are welcome. Dining out at local restaurants, potlucks and community activities are available on an ongoing basis. Call 719-487-9009 or e-mail silentspringscos@hotmail.com. TAI CHI in the Park meets from 9-10 a.m. Saturdays in Big Red Park (behind the District 38 building in Monument). Limited instruction will be offered to those who do not know tai chi. Club is a way to get people together to introduce them to tai chi, and for those who already know it to have a time and place to meet one another. Club is free to join. Instructors from White Crane Tai Chi will help through warm-up, session and warm down. Open to all ages. TOASTMASTERS FACC Masters Club meets at noon Thursdays at Lockheed Martin, 9975 Federal Drive. Visit http://faccmasters.freetoasthost.us or call Kirby at 719-481-3738. TRANSMISSION MEDITATION The simplest, most potent way to serve humanity and help transform our world. Dynamic aid to personal growth. Group meditations at 7 p.m. every Monday and Thursday in Palmer Lake. Call 303-494-4462 for local group information and directions. Go to www.TransmissionMeditation.org. TRI-LAKES AMERICAN Legion Post 9-11 meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at the Depot Restaurant on Colo. 105 in Palmer Lake. Contact Ed at 719-4812750. TRI-LAKES BARBERSHOP Chapter meets Mondays. Call Phil Zara at 719-481-3197.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN Chapter, 1st Cavalry Division Meeting is at 9 a.m. the second Saturday of every month at the Retired Enlisted Association, 834 Emory Circle, Colorado Springs. We are a non-political, nonprofit soldier’s and veteran’s fraternity. Anyone who has been assigned or attached to the 1st Cavalry Division anytime, anywhere, is eligible for membership. Friends of the Cav who have not served with the Division are eligible for Associate membership. We are family orientated so please bring significant other. We participate in local parades, do food shelf, picnics, Christmas party. Come join us for great camaraderie, make new friends, possibly meet old friends from the First Team. Contact Paul at 719-687-1169 or Al at 719-689-5778.
TRI-LAKES CRUISERS car club meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month in the Monument Fire Station on Hwy 105. Open to all makes and models of automobiles. It is a family oriented club that does several cruises and social events throughout the year. The club does a car show every June to benefit Tri-Lakes Cares. For more information visit: www. tl-cruisers.org.
ROTARY CLUB of InterQuest meets at 4:46 p.m. Thursdays at Liberty Heights at Northgate, 12105 Ambassador Drive (Voyager Parkway and Celestial Drive) in Colorado Springs.
TRI-LAKES FRIENDS of the Libraries meets from 10 a.m. to noon the second Monday of each month from September through June at Monument Library.
TRI-LAKES CROP Club meets on the third Saturday of the month. Call Angela at 719-481-9735.
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Can’t get anymore stranded than that “I don’t know what they have to say. It makes no difference anyway. Whatever it is, I’m against it.” — Groucho Marx, from “Horse Feathers” Groucho actually began his career as a female impersonator, according to the March, 1974 issue of Playboy, playing a singer in a smalltime vaudeville troupe, The LeRoy Trio, in 1905. “With the onset of puberty, and subsequent change of his voice, he was left stranded by the troupe in Cripple Creek, Colorado, and you can’t get any more stranded that,” said the magazine article. Groucho told the tale in his book, “Groucho and Me,” which was first released in 1959. He went looking for the leader of the act, Gene LeRoy, only to find out he had been abandoned. “I returned to our boardinghouse to question Larong (LeRoy) about our future plans, only to discover that the master showman had had hastily packed his blue kimono, his evening gown and his mascara and had taken it on the lam, never to be seen or heard from again,” according to Groucho. After the LeRoy Trio fell apart, he tried work driving a grocery wagon between Cripple Creek and Victor.
“Though he had never seen a horse, he wrangled a job as a wagon driver until Miene or ‘Minnie’ (his mother) could send him his train fare home,” according to the Playboy article. His next engagement ended almost as abruptly in Waco, Texas, when the Englishwoman who had hired him, ran off with a lion tamer who shared the bill. “He then found a job cleaning actor’s wigs, which he describes as a ‘hair-raising experience.’” His mother decide to take matters into her own hands and organized an act called the ‘Three Nightingales,’ which featured him, his brother Harpo -- who couldn’t sing at all, and a girl who sang off-key. They became the ‘Four Nightingales’ when brother Chico, who had lost his job as a lifeguard (he had to be saved
from drowning by another guard). His brother Gummo, eventually replaced the musically-challenged girl, and they became the ‘Four Marx Brothers. Gummo was later replaced by Zeppo, a younger brother. The Four Marx Brothers knocked around vaudeville for years, finally hitting it big on Broadway in the two-year run of “I’ll Say She Is.” Other successes followed with “Cocoanuts,” and “Animal Crackers.” Translated from Broadway to film, these and other monster smashes secured the Four Marx Brothers commercial success. Groucho created his own solo success in radio programs like “You Bet Your Life,” which lasted until 1963, and with his brother Chico, playing the comic lawyers of ‘Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel.’ “You can just imagine those naughty eyebrows waggling as he warbles, “She has eyes that men adore so / And a torso / Even more so,’ followed more double entendres than you can shake a stick at, if that’s your idea of a good time,” notes Ron Weskind, in his book “Groucho.” Julius Henry (Groucho) Marx died Aug. 19, 1977, in Los Angeles, of pneumonia, at the age of 86.
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Thomas Edison’s star is still burning bright Thomas Alva Edison, the “Wizard of Menlo Park,” is one of the greatest inventors in the history of the world. In his 84 years, Edison acquired a record 1,093 United States patents (singly or jointly) and was the driving force behind such innovations as the phonograph, the incandescent light bulb and one of the earliest motion picture cameras. Of his patents, 389 were for electric light and power, 195 for the phonograph, 150 for the telegraph, 141 for storage batteries and 34 for the telephone. But those are just a sampling of his greatest inventions, or refinements to inventions. Born Feb. 11, 1847, in Milan, Ohio, Edison, known mostly by “Al” as a youth, went to school only a few months. His teachers thought he was very slow. His mother taught him at home, and then he later taught himself by reading constantly and trying experiments in the basement. He never attended any technical school, college or university. In later life, he said that his mother was the person most responsible for his success. Edison had strong opinions about education. Most schools, he believed, taught children to memorize facts, when they ought to have students observe nature and to make things with their hands. “I like the Montessori method,” he said. “It teaches through play. It makes learning a pleasure. It follows the natural instincts of the human being . . . The present system casts the brain into a mold. It does not encourage original thought or reasoning.” One of Edison’s best-known quotes is: “Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.” Edison received his first patent - U.S. Patent 0,090,646 - Electrographic VoteRecorder, in 1869. The device permitted a “yes” or “no” vote via one of two switches. Washington D.C. congressmen were not interested in the device and the
invention was unsuccessful. Despite what most people have probably heard, Edison did not invent the first light bulb. For at least fifty years before Edison, inventors tried to light the world using electricity. The inventors worked with two kinds of electric light: arc lighting, which is bright enough to light a city street, and incandescent lighting, which is soft enough for use indoors. Charles Brush started his arc lighting business in 1877, two years before Edison’s breakthroughs with incandescent lighting. Two things set Edison’s use of the light bulb apart from other inventors. In 1879, he made an incandescent bulb that burned long enough to be practical and long enough to light a home for many hours. Then he and his employees invented the entire system needed to bring electricity into a home; dynamos to make the electric power, wires and fuses, and switches to turn the lights on and off. He basically invented the electric power system. After Edison found success with his light bulb he is known to have stated: “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” Edison was more than a gadget guy. Among his patents was a way to preserve fruits and vegetables; patent 0,248,431, issued March 18, 1883. Edison also earned at least several hundred - perhaps more than a thousand - foreign patents from Great Britain, France, Germany and other coun-
tries. Most of his foreign patents were similar to the American ones. He also created the world’s first industrial research laboratory. He did most of his work in Menlo Park, New Jersey, and had become one of the most famous men in the world by the time he was in his 30s. Of all the Edison stories I have ever read, it is his influence on film making I find most interesting. Edison invented the vitascope, essentially the first true film projector. Actually, others had a hand in inventing it, but Edison’s company built and marketed the product in the late 1890s. He was thus labeled the father of the motion picture. Edison became obsessed with competitors. A decade later, after owning many of the patents to motion picture technology, the Motion Picture Patents Company came into existence. Composed of all the big film companies and known as the Edison Trust, the MPCC monopoly eventually became such a hindrance to producers and filmmakers that they fled the East Coast and headed to California. They tried to get far enough away from Edison’s Menlo Park headquarters so that they could make movies without fear of harassment from the trust. Thus, Hollywood was born. Edison made the first “Frankenstein” movie in 1910. It was 13 minutes long. After years of heated legal battles with his competitors in the fledgling motionpicture industry, Edison had stopped working with moving film by 1918. Edison was given his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Feb. 8, 1960. Edison also had success developing an alkaline storage battery, which he originally worked on as a power source for the phonograph but later supplied for submarines and electric vehicles. In 1912, automaker Henry Ford asked Edison to design a battery for the selfstarter, which would be introduced on the iconic Model T.
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D-20 announce partnership with Calvert Academy District 20 is proud to announce its partnership with Calvert Education as we open Academy Calvert K-8 Online School for fall 2015. Families can explore this new option and enroll now for next school year. The physical location of the school will be in a building at 3475 Hampton Park Drive. That will be the location for students and families to meet with teachers and program administrators. The name of the new school, Academy Calvert K-8 Online School, reflects the partnership between our school district, which is accredited with distinction by the Colorado Department of Education, and Calvert Education, a trusted leader in distance education. Calvert Education serves students in all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The comprehensive curriculum and academic support services help parents give their children a quality education at home. This partnership helps our district
District 20 school beginning this summer. She will finish the current school year as the principal of the Colorado Calvert Academy. •••
complete a kindergarten through 12th grade online strand to support students who learn best in a structured, online environment. We are certain this school fills a need that already exists in our community and beyond. We invite families to discover how our commitment to student achievement is enhanced by the addition of Academy Calvert K-8 Online School. Elizabeth Davis will serve as the principal of Academy Calvert K-8 Online School. Davis will guide the program through the transition to an Academy
An annual February tradition in Academy District 20 is the Bald for Bucks fundraiser at Rampart High School. Last year, Rampart students, staff members, and other community members raised more than $32,000 for the Colorado Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and placed third in the nation for high school fundraising efforts. This year’s event is scheduled for Feb. 27 at 8:55 a.m. Students from Academy Endeavour Elementary and Mountain Ridge Middle School have also committed to have their hair shaved off for this worthwhile cause. There are about 275 students and staff members and representatives from Schriever Air Force Base who are participating. This event also requires the help of more than 30 hair stylists who donate their time to professionally and safely
shave heads. ••• I would like to remind families that our Choice Enrollment Window is open until Friday, Feb. 20 at 4 p.m. After all of the choice applications are processed, our Central Registry department tries very hard to notify families before April 1 if their applications have been accepted for their first or second choices. I would like to thank our school administrators and staff members who offer their choice information nights throughout January and February so that families can explore the wide variety of choices available in our district. We believe we have a program or school where every student can thrive and we are proud to showcase our schools at any time. Mark Hatchell is the superintendent of Academy District 20. He writes a monthly column for the Tri-Lakes Tribune. You can follow him on Twitter @markhatchell or like Academy District 20 on Facebook.
Towns from another time I talked a while back about the town named Divide that we do not think of as that. I have a big map of Colorado from the 1890s. From time to time I spend a few minutes looking around at towns that are not around now. Some of these were not really towns, as we think of them, but usually railroad stations. One hundred and twenty-five years ago, the railroads — and there was hardly a spot in Colorado that was not near a line — had stations about every five miles. The fun comes in when, like Divide, there are several of the same name. It was because of the post office that they had to sort out this problem. Even around here there were stations on the railroad that really were not in the town whose name they carried. One of my favorites is on the Air Force Academy, called Husted. The first station came before there was a town. It was about underneath the bridge that comes from Interstate 25 to the academy’s north gate. It was on the Denver and Rio Grande. Later there was another on the Santa
Fe, almost two miles away. It was south of the I-25 exit at the north gate. It was on the old road before the interstate was built. It went away when the academy was built. Some of the names of these towns are still with us, because many had roads with their name on them. Others have been absorbed into other towns. For example on the academy there also was a town called Edgerton. It has had several names. Just north of the academy was a station called Pring. Both of these are named for families that lived in the area. That happened often when they added stations after the line was built. Some of my favorites are out on the
plains. The Missouri Pacific built to Pueblo in the 1890s. Their stations are in alphabetical order, except for some that either were established before the railroad arrived, or changed them. Now these are on Colorado 96, like Brandon, Chivington, Eads and Galatea. Yes, there was an A, and D named station, but they are gone now. In other places they used company officers for town names. Out on the old Rock Island is Flagler and Seibert, also down in Colorado Springs was Roswell, all early
officials of the line. Out there on the plains also is Firstview, which was originally on the Kansas Pacific, now the Union Pacific. It was the spot where they saw the Front Range the first time, when they were building the railroad west. It is near Cheyenne Wells, which was there before the railroad. Places like Parker, Elizabeth and even Elbert used to be railroad stations. Now there is barely a clue that there ever was one. Fortunately they are still there, but most of the little railroad stops are gone
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor: This past summer, in response to complaints from neighborhoods bordering the East side of the Academy, the US Air Force Academy changed its powered flight routes for their cadet training. Unfortunately, all this did was further increase the number of communities to the North impacted by the constant drone of training flights over what was previously quiet and peaceful neighborhoods. When AFA officials were questioned at their May ’14 town hall meeting concerning whether they had ever done a simple population density study to determine where the least number of homeowners would be affected by their flights, the Flight Group Commander admitted he was unaware of any such study having been conducted. A simple review of Google Maps clearly shows other areas that would only impact retail businesses/shopping centers and nearly vacant property. Instead, the AFA is now flying multiple times an hour, at low levels, directly over the neighborhoods of Glen Eagle, Jackson Creek, Promontory Point, Kingswood, The Ridge at Fox Run, Fox Pines and the future developing neighborhood of Sanctuary Point. While it may be debatable as to what level the increased noise becomes bothersome, there is no doubt that the property values of these homeowners has
now decreased. Additionally, the planes also now fly directly over El Paso County Fox Run Regional Park, which previously was a place for a relaxing walk among the solitude of the ponderosa pine trees. It is quiet no more. While safety is always the most paramount concern while training our AFA cadets, the AFA failed to consider another significant factor – where their frequent operations would have the least negative impact on the very neighbors who are the most supportive of their academy operations. There are less intrusive alternate routes which were never considered when the AFA decided to implement this change. An easy solution is available, but requires an admission the first attempt was flawed. An Academy promoting leadership and character development should jump at this opportunity. I have contacted the appropriate AFA, El Paso County and federal officials about this matter and recommend other impacted homeowners do the same. Only when government officials hear from a significant portion of an effected population do they listen and respond. Eventually, good people in responsible positions make the right decisions when presented with reasonable arguments. Patrick J. Kiernan, Colorado Springs
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Wounded Warrior USA 5th ice fishing tournament held Jan. 24 Tri-Lakes Community gives back to those that sacrificed For the Tribune The Fifth Annual Warriors Ice Fishing Tournament sponsored by Wounded Warrior USA, nonprofit, was held on Saturday, Jan. 24, at Monument Lake. Attendance was an overwhelming 244 ice-fishing anglers on Monument Lake for all ages and from many cities from all over Colorado. “Families and fishing friends having a great time of relaxing and visiting each other on nine inches of snow covered ice,” says Bill Miller, Executive Director, Wounded Warrior USA, from Monument. “A special invitation was extended to the Active Duty Rehabilitating Soldiers from the Warrior Transition Battalion, Fort Carson.” “The WTB Commanding Officer LTC Aaron M. Termain and his family walked the entire lake with Wounded Warrior USA Executive Director Bill Miller thanking attendees for their support of the wounded warriors and their families,” Miller said. “Thanks to Clam Corp., Premier Roofing, town of Monument and Wounded Warrior USA as the primary tournament supporters and donors of prizes,” Miller added.
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Congratulations to William Alawbaugh the first place Rainbow Trout 1 lb., 11-5/8 ounces, second place Jeff Empter Rainbow Trout 1 pound, 1-1/2 ounces, third place Tom Burton Rainbow Trout Ice fishing continues on Page 11
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Youth winners Congratulations to Ben Campenella the first place
Rainbow Trout 1 pound, 7/8 ounces, second place Donovan McBride Smith a Rainbow Trout 12-1/4 ounces, and third place Brandon Boston a Rainbow Trout 107/8 ounces.Youth smallest fish caught a Perch by Sara Garne 1-3/4 ounces. “Many first time ice anglers are now hooked on the enjoyment of ice fishing and the thrill of a tournament. Looking forward to our Sixh Annual Warriors Ice Fishing Tournament in January 2016,” according to Miller.
Academy ranked among nation’s best value colleges Rankings based on The Princeton Review Staff report The Air Force Academy has been ranked as one of the nation’s 200 best value colleges by The Princeton Review. The Princeton Review’s “Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Best Value Colleges and What It Takes to Get In — 2015 Edition” book and associated online resource addresses two of the major concerns of college applicants and their parents: paying for college and graduating with a good job and paycheck. The academy is ranked as one of these 200 best value colleges, one of its 77 best public schools, and among the nation’s top nine tuition-free schools. The tuition-free schools were separately profiled, and thus were not included in the book’s other ranking lists. The tuition-free schools include each of the five service academies, as well as Berea College, College of the Ozarks, Deep Springs College and the Webb Institute. The Academy has been regularly ranked among the top colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review over the past decade. In August, the Princeton Review ranked the academy among one of the best regional colleges in
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Lewis-Palmer senior forward JT Shepherd, No. 31 in black jersey, goes up for a shot in a game against Discovery Canyon on Feb. 3. The Rangers won 60-46 for their ninth consecutive victory. Lewis-Palmer leads the Class 4A Pikes Peak Athletic LewisConference by one full game. Photo by Juliet Miles Courte
Rangers making a statement as season winds down Le Lewis-Palmer boys’ basketball team had 10-game winning streak By Danny Summers
dsummers @coloradocommunitymedia.com Despite a hiccup against Falcon on Feb. 6, there is still no hotter boys’ high school basketball team in the Pikes Peak region than Lewis-Palmer. The Rangers had won 10 consecutive games before losing to Falcon, 61-59, and are looking every bit like a squad that could make a deep postseason run. “Falcon was a good test for us,” said Lewis-Palmer coach Bill Benton. “It was our third road game of the week and we knew it was going to be physical. “The thing that probably hurt us most is that we went away from what was helping us be successful. We didn’t finish plays. We didn’t get the offensive rebounds. Defensively, we were off.”
It also didn’t help the Rangers that they were playing without junior Joe DeCoud - the team’s second leading scorer at 10.3 points per game - who was battling an illness. Lewis-Palmer’s winning streak vaulted the Rangers to the top of the Class 4A Pikes Peak Athletic Conference. At (13-6, 8-2) Lewis-Palmer is tied with Air Academy for the top spot and is half-game ahead of Sand Creek. The Rangers defeated Air Academy in the first-round of league play and will play the Kadets on the road in the rematch in Feb. 18. The Rangers and Sand Creek split their two league games. As well as Lewis-Palmer is playing now, it’s hard to believe that the Rangers were an under .500 team at point of the season. A 58-55 loss to Sand Creek on Jan. 7 dropped the Rangers to an uncharacteristic 3-5. A closer look at the numbers shows that Lewis-Palmer could have won every game this season. The Rangers had leads well into the game in all of six of their losses, but for a myriad of reasons were not able to finish teams off.
The winning streak began innocently enough on Jan. 9 with a 66-61 victory over Vista Ridge. Five different Rangers scored in double figures, led by senior forward and co-captain JT Shepherd’s 14. During the streak, Lewis-Palmer won three games by five points or less. The Rangers defeated Sand Creek, 50-47, on Jan. 30 in the second meeting between the clubs to pull into a first-place tie. Jonathan Scott had 27, while DeCoud added 15. “We’re trying to focus on the process,” Benton said. “Don’t worry about making the shot. Worry about shooting the shot.” Scott’s stats jump off the page this season. He is averaging more than 20 points per game to go along with six rebounds. Scott hasn’t always been the big scorer. In a 60-46 victory over Discovery Canyon on Feb. 3, DeCoud’s took center stage with 18 points, followed by Shepherd’s 14. Scott finished with a season-low nine points. The Rangers are getting contributions from multiple players; junior Sam Strasburger (9.1), Shepherd (7.6), junior Sam Todd (5.6) and junior Kyle Owens (4.7). For as potent as the Rangers’ lineup can
be on offense, Lewis-Palmer prides itselfWin on defense, allowing 51.9 points per game. will Leading up to the Falcon loss, over the previous four games the Rangers had held op-at M ponents to 43.3 points per game. “We’re getting better on defense,” Ben-By D ton said. “Each guy is getting to know hisdsum role better and where he needs to be on the@col court so we can have the shut down when we need it.” W With four games remaining in the regular season, Lewis-Palmer is playing for the No. 1 seed in league, which would likely result in the Rangers hosting a regional. Things could get dicey if the Rangers find themselves down in the standings. The playoffs have been trimmed to 32 teams this season, so only the top three teams from the PPAC are guaranteed to get one of the automatic 27 bids. There are five at-large bids. Lewis-Palmer is no stranger to the playoffs. It made five consecutive trips to the state semifinals from 2009 to 2013, winning back-to-back state championships in 2012 and 2013.
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2nd Annual Winter Classic Feb. 14 at the Meadow Wood Park Ice Rink. The unique outdoor game will again feature Lewis-Palmer and Pine Creek high schools. Game time is scheduled for 6 p.m. Lewis-Palmer won last year’s match 5-2. The game time temperature was 12 degrees as a steady snow fell throughout the match. Pine Creek led 2-1 at the end of the first period, but the Rangers got three second-period goals to take control of the game.
The first game was the brainchild of Pine Creek coach Ken Martel, who made the arrangements with the City of Woodland Park and the Woodland Park Hockey Association. This year, organizers had hoped to have two Winter Classic games; the other one featuring Palmer, which has four students from Woodland Park on its team. “There were various internal politics and turf wars trying to get a District 11 game up
here with Palmer,” said Bill Edie, one of the organizers for the event and the rink maintenance coordinator for the Woodland Park Hockey Association. “We’re hoping to get an earlier start next year and pin down the right people and athletic directors and get everybody on the same sheet.” Lewis-Palmer, which won back-to-back state championships in 2009 and 2010, is 8-7, 7-4 in the Peak League. Pine Creek is 7-5-1, 5-3-1.
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playo the By Danny Summers ning dsummers 2012@coloradocommunitymedia.com The next two weekends, grapplers from all over Colorado will be competing in regionals and the state meet for the opportunity to claim coveted championships. The climax of the wrestling meet at the Pepsi Center is arguably the most intense and insane event of any high school sport. “I think many others would also agree from other sports,” said Discovery Canyon coach Ron Sukle. “It’s in one location. You get to see everybody. It’s always been a classy event.” Sukle’s squad is not ranked in the Top 10 by On The Mat, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have the talent to finish among the
top teams in Class 4A. “I don’t like to look at the rankings,” Sukle said. “I think my older guys and juniors have a shot of getting to state. We’ll see how things play out.” Junior Sam Turner is the Thunder’s lone defending state champion. He is ranked No. 1 in his weight class. Other top Thunder wrestlers are senior Alex Weber (220), and juniors Spencer Reynolds and Spencer McCrary. Twice (2011 and 2013), Discovery Canyon qualified 12 of a possible 14 weight classes for the state meet. The Thunder finished sixth at state in 2014 and second in 2013. Palmer Ridge senior Jonathan DeLaCruz-Flores (220) was a fourth-place finisher at state in 2014 and is enjoying a solid campaign. SCOTT BROTHERS HOOPS UPDATE Josh Scott, a junior at the University of Colorado, and Jordan, a redshirt freshman at Idaho, are playing key roles in the success of their teams this season.
The 6-foot-10 Josh is averaging 13.8 points and 7.2 rebounds per game. He has played in just 13 of the Buffaloes’ 21 games due to an injury. He was a 2012 Lewis-Palmer graduate. Jordan (6-6) has played in 11 games for the Vandals. He had his breakout game on Feb. 5 with a career-high 13 points in an 80-71 victory over Montana State. He had scored just eight points in his first 10 games. Jordan graduated from Lewis-Palmer in 2013. WIRTJES AT CSU Former Discovery Canyon quarterback Alex Wirtjes, a three-year starter, has signed a football scholarship offer from Colorado State University. Wirtjes, class of 2014, originally signed with Air Force out of high school, but suffered a severe concussion after basic training in the summer of 2014 and was released from his obligation. He attended Pikes Peak Community College last fall and was a volunteer assistant coach with the Thunder football team.
He is currently enrolled at CSU, where he is taking classes and preparing for the upcoming football season. Wirtjes was recruited as a wide receiver/tight end. CSU was 10-3 last season and lost in the Las Vegas Bowl to Utah. HALL EXPECTED TO PLAY BASEBALL IN COLLEGE Discovery Canyon quarterback Andrew Hall, who accounted for 1,800 yards and 34 touchdowns last season trough the air and on the ground, is expected to sign a baseball scholarship offer in the spring. Hall had some football offers, but has decided to focus on baseball. Hall led the Thunder to a 12-1 record last fall in his only year as the starting quarterback. The Thunder was the No. 1 seed in the Class 3A state playoffs and lost in the semifinals to Pueblo East. Hall is also a member of the school’s basketball team, where he is averaging about nine points per game.
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In nine seasons as men’s basketball coach at Colorado College, Andy Partee has taken the program from relative obscurity to a presence on the national stage. The Monument resident is again driving his Tigers hard toward the finish line as they prepare to make a postseason run. “It’s been a lot of work turning this program around,” said Partee, who has lived in Monument since 2010. “We struggled for a few years, but I think we’re headed in the right direction.” When Partee arrived at Division III Colorado College in the fall of 2006, the Tigers were in the midst of just one winning season in nine previous years under two different head coaches. Things looked bleak for Partee and his clubs early on as they posted three consecutive losing seasons, compiling a 9-66 overall record in the process, including a 0-24 mark in 2007-08. But over the last six seasons, Colorado College is 82-68. “Two years ago we fell short of making the NCAA tournament when we lost in overtime of our (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference) championship game,” he said “We lost in the semis last year, and we were picked to finish first in our conference this season. Things began to take a turn for the better for Partee and the program in 2009 when the Tigers defeated Division II University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. UCCS is currently the 8th ranked team in the nation. In 2010, many of those same Colorado College players that were on the 0-24 team came together to defeat Division I Air Force in the season opener. That season ended with a 1412 record, a second-place finish in the SCAC West Division, and the program’s first trip to the league postseason tournament.
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Discovery Canyon’s Draper headed to Air Force to play football Dylan Draper leads long list of Tri-Lakes area athletes to sign scholarship offers on Feb. 4 By Danny Summers
dsummers@coloradocommunitymedia.com Ever since Dylan Draper can remember, he grew up attending Air Force Academy football games. In his four years on the Discovery Canyon football team he even ran the same vaunted option offense that the Falcons use to near perfection. So when Air Force football coach Troy Calhoun called Draper on Jan. 31 to offer him a scholarship, Draper was in near shock. “At first I didn’t know what to think,” Draper said on Feb. 4 prior to signing his national letter of intent during a lavish ceremony in the Discovery Canyon gymnasium. “I got to talking about it with my family and we realized just how amazing an opportunity it is. I’m just honored for the chance and excited by the opportunities I have.” After informing Calhoun that he would accept the scholarship, Draper - who maintains a 3.65 GPA - tweeted out the good news that afternoon. “The fact that I was watching Air Force when I was little and playing for them now is beyond belief,” Draper said with a huge smile. “I still don’t know what to think.” Draper was recruited to Air Force as an outside linebacker. At 6-foot-4, 208 pounds, he has the size to already play at the Division I college football level. A solid off-season conditioning program and a summer of boot camp will help him bulk up and get even stronger. Calhoun began scouting Draper last fall, attending a couple of Discovery Canyon games. The two started corresponding in November. Meanwhile, Draper - who was the Thunder’s top wide receiver - got an offer from D-II Colorado Mesa, and had interest from D-I schools University of Northern Colorado and Texas State. Draper, who will play in the all-state high school football team in June, thought Air Force was a long shot. But everything fell into place in the days leading up to national signing day. “Dylan is rangy. He has height and vertical. He’s all over the field. He can cover and he can tackle,” said Draper’s father, Scott, who was sporting a new Air Force polo shirt. “They like him off the edge as a pass rusher. “I wouldn’t be surprised if they bulked him up and made him a tight end.” Draper was flanked by his father and his mother, Suzanne, who stood at the table with him while Discovery Canyon football coach Shawn Mitchell spoke about his star pupil. “This is pretty cool,” Mitchell said. “This all came together so fast it’s a little overwhelming. “I think this is a great opportunity for Dylan and I know he can succeed.”
Dylan Draper, seated second from left with parents standing behind him, signed his national letter of intent with the Air Force Academy. Draper was offered a scholarship on Jan. 31. Courtesy photo Draper joins an Air Force team that was 10-3 last season, including a bowl victory over Western Michigan. Air Force has been to seven bowls in eight seasons under Calhoun. Draper was among 10 Discovery Canyon student athletes to sign their national letters of intent. Also signing were: Alyssa Fry (volleyball, Minnesota State University-Moorhead, D-II); Kendall Schauer (soccer, Minnesota State University-Moorhead, D-II); Jamie Keith (soccer, Valdosta State University, Georgia, D-II); Matt Hilton (soccer, Norwich University, Northfield, Vermont, D-III); Scott Betzer (football, Fort Lewis College, D-II); Alex Weber (Football, Western State, D-II); Emily Selby (softball, Western Nebraska Community College); Molly Turner (softball, Lamar Community College); Emily Robinette (softball, William Woods University, Missouri, NAIA). Fry is the first-ever volleyball player from Discovery Canyon to sign a college scholarship. Palmer Ridge also had 10 signees, including three at the Division I level: MacKenzie Gouner (soccer, University of Tennessee), Madison Tominello (soccer, Colorado College) and Cydney Skinner (soccer, University of Nebraska-Omaha). The other Palmer Ridge signees were: Matthew Kostenbauer (football, University of Nebraska Kearney, D-II), Jake Grubesic (baseball, Midland University, Nebraska, NAIA), Brooke Buzzell (soccer, Wayne State College, Nebraska, D-II), Ciara Richardson (softball, Vernon Community College, Texas - Softball - NJCAA), Matthew Hansen (baseball, Kansas Wesleyan University, NAIA), Cade Bains (swimming, Lindenwood University, D-II), Jennifer Slaughter (softball, Colby Community College). Lewis-Palmer’s Joseph Scott signed his letter of intent to play football at Colorado State University-Pueblo. The ThunderWolves won the Division II national championship in December and are annually one of the top programs in the coun-
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ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) Your natural Arian leadership qualities make you the person others will follow in tackling that important project. But don’t get so involved in the work that you neglect your personal life. TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) Aspects favor sorting through your possessions, both at work and at home, to start giving away what you don’t use, don’t need or don’t like. Relax later with someone special. GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) The issues are not quite as clear as they should be. That’s why you need to avoid getting involved in disputes between colleagues at work or between relatives or personal friends.
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CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) You’ll get lots of support from others if you own up to your mistake quickly and include a full and honest explanation. Learn from this experience so that you don’t repeat it. LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) There might be some early confusion over a major move, whether it’s at work or at home. But once you get a full breakdown of what it entails, it should be easier to deal with. Good luck. VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) Creating order out of chaos, even in the most untidy spaces, should be no problem for organized Virgos. So go ahead and do it, and then accept praise from impressed colleagues. LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) Whether it’s for business purposes or just for leisure, a trip might be just what you need right now. You would benefit both from a change of scenery and from meeting new people. SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) While things generally go well this week, a romantic situation seems to have stalled. But you can restart it if you want to. Then again, maybe this is a chance to reassess the situation. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) A meeting that was promised quite a while back could finally happen. So be sure you’re prepared with everything you’ll need to make your case sound convincing and doable. CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) A workplace blunder could create a problem down the line unless you deal with it right now to see how and why it happened. Don’t be surprised at what you might learn. AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) This is a good time to re-sort your priorities and see if adjustments are called for. Be honest with yourself as you decide what to keep, what to discard and what to change. PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Letting yourself be bathed in the outpouring of love and support from those who care for you will help you get through a difficult period sooner rather than later. Good luck. BORN THIS WEEK: You have an uncanny gift for reaching out to all people and creating bridges of understanding among them. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.
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