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Parents concerned with plan to cut youth sports space at Douglas County Fairgrounds
Demand for space at the Douglas County Fairgrounds — home of the annual county fair and other events — has exceeded capacity, county officials say. The solution? A renovation that…
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Parker police release sketch of suspect in suspected school abduction attempt in Parker
A composite sketch of a suspect involved in an alleged attempted abduction on May 8 near an elementary school in Parker has been released by local police in an attempt to identify the man. The Parker Police Department is asking residents near Frontier Valley Elementary School and Cimarron Middle School to review their security cameras…
Douglas County leaning toward $490 million bond for 2024 ballot
Douglas County School Board members appear to favor asking voters to approve a $490 million capital improvement bond issue, essentially a replay of the bond request voted down by 52% of voters in 2023. The board is hoping a bigger voter turnout, given the 2024 presidential election, and growing awareness of the county’s schools’ state…
From the Wildlife Officer’s desk: Fawning, calving season is underway
As spring unfurls its vibrant colors across the picturesque landscapes of Colorado, residents and visitors find themselves amid a unique phenomenon – the birthing season of many wildlife species. Among them, mule deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep and black bears stand out, captivating observers with their majesty. In this season of renewal and growth, these…
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PRESS RELEASE: Don’t Let Foodborne Illness Spoil Your Summer Cookouts
When the winter weather turns into spring, giving way to sunny summer days, many of us look forward to attending – or hosting – barbecues and picnics with…
Sports
Local swimmers eye Olympic splash
Between slews of different strokes, roughly 320,000 competitive swimmers across America come up for air unsure of their placings as they compete against other swimmers and themselves. The athletes can only hope with bated breath that their score is Olympic-worthy when they breach for the final time. Only about 800 will make it. Just seven…
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RTD’s bus design contest celebrates 60 years of the Civil Rights Act in Colorado communities
Colorado’s Regional Transportation District is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement with an art contest. The agency is asking Coloradans for Civil Rights-themed artwork that will be wrapped onto an RTD bus. “I believe that public transportation is the great societal equalizer, and the delivery of transit services is inherently linked to…
Coming Attractions: Miners Alley Shows ‘The Full Monty’
Hearing the name “The Full Monty” probably conjures up a very specific set of images for most people. Namely, six men whom you wouldn’t think of as strippers doing just that. And to be honest, it’s not like the story isn’t about that. But as Nick Sugar, director of the musical version at Miners Alley Performing Arts Center,…
Coming Attractions: SeriesFest celebrates a decade of television greatness
There are many things about SeriesFest, the annual event that celebrates emerging and underserved voices in episodic storytelling, that make it truly unique. But what really stands out as the event reaches its 10th season is how it charts a decade’s worth of change in television – both in programming and how people access shows.…
Young musicians give Mexican folk music new life at Denver mariachi conference
Cuevas-Lara, a senior at Skyline High School in Longmont, is one of many students from across the state and country who convened at the university over the weekend for the Viva Southwest Mariachi Conference. From beginner trumpeters to advanced vocalists, the university’s King Center was full of vibrant sound as young people honed their musicianship…
Columns & Opinion
Michael Norton: Adaptation and resetting expectations
Change is an inevitable part of life. From personal growth to professional development, we constantly encounter situations that require us…
Michael Norton: The power of genuine relationships
This week’s column was inspired by many of you, the people in my life who remind me through your check-ins…
Erin Kane: ‘Proud to be DCSD!’
There is so much to be proud of within the Douglas County School District (DCSD). We have incredible students, fantastic…
Paige McFarland: Water conservation is priority for Centennial Water
After last month’s near-record snowstorm, I know I am not alone when I say that I am ready to get…
Letters
Letter: Flora is most sensible candidate
While all eyes seem to be focused on the race for president, we have a very important primary election coming…
Support Calvarese
This year’s CD4 election provides a unique opportunity for us to move forward in Congress. With Ken Buck’s resignation, we…
Conservatives, consider Calvarese
I have been inspired by recent letters describing why it may not make sense to elect a Republican to Congress…
Local LIFE
Where did those red, blue and black Colorado license plates come from?
A ubiquitous image in Colorado, the state’s standard license plate features an artsy depiction of white mountains against a green background. So when all-red, all-blue and all-black designs with white letters — without mountains — started popping up in traffic, you probably took notice. In 2023, roughly 180,000 vehicles were registered with those seemingly new…
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