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Old Dominion Freight is holding an in-person job fair at 5601 Holly St. in Commerce City Saturday, May 15. Dominion is hiring 10 truck drivers and numerous dock workers. Individuals with Class A CDL …
Colorado Democrats formally rolled out their massive transportation fee-implementation and spending bill on May 4 with support from top business leaders and two Republicans, saying 2021 is the year …
The summer season is right around the corner… finally! And, we’re all ready for great music, warm temperatures and delicious food and drinks. Celebrate the sounds of a perfect summer at Castle …
There is a new law in Colorado that’s broadening access to medical cannabis in schools, and it marks a major milestone for medical cannabis advocates, including a Douglas County family that’s …
After noticing an increase in the numbers of expired license plates, expired temporary tags and vehicles without any license plates on the roads, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is reminding …
Ponderosa Valley Funeral Services and J.S. Parker Cemetery are putting on the 12th Annual Memorial Day Veterans' Service of Remembrance May 31, according to a press release from the organizations. …
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Education
The theme for this year’s Douglas County Libraries’ annual summer reading celebration is “Galaxy DCL” and the district is encouraging people to go “To Books and Beyond,” according to a …
Dr. Stephanie Fujii wasn’t always sure college was right for her. But when she takes the helm of Arapahoe Community College as its new president on July 12, she says it’s exactly where she wants …
Sometimes in the darkest of times, it is important to find light, seek out the positive and come together as a community. Two years after the shooting at STEM Schools Highlands Ranch, one student did …
A pandemic will not stop students from letting their creativity shine. The Douglas County School District is preparing to host a virtual art show, keeping with an annual tradition to present student …
First one secondary school closed its doors. Then four. Within days, six Douglas County middle and high schools had shuttered to in-person learning, sending those students back online for two weeks …
The Douglas County School Board has offered interim Superintendent Corey Wise the district’s permanent superintendent role after a months-long that search came down to a mix of internal and …
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Business
Colorado Community Media staff members won 19 awards in the 2021 Top of the Rockies contest, a regional contest that includes journalists in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. The contest is …
With restrictions and various levels of shutdowns in 2020, businesses nationwide struggled. In Castle Rock, several organizations recognized the hardships and came together to do what was needed to …
As the Town of Castle Rock continues to grow, the Castle Rock Adventist Hospital needs more beds. To keep up with the increased population, the hospital has started construction to add 36 beds on the …
In a report to the Castle Pines City Council, City Manager Michael Penny outlines various programs and projects that are taking place, including: School flashers — Two of the three existing school …
Nate Fikse, a financial adviser at Northwestern Mutual in Castle Rock, continues to do his part and his efforts have not gone unnoticed. For the fourth consecutive year, Fikse won a company contest …
Granelli’s Pizzeria and 212 Pizza Co. in Castle Rock suspended competition to team up in a time of need. The two companies agreed to share profits and food after 212 Pizza Co. was required to close …
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