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From budgetary concerns to housing needs, Arapahoe County Commissioner Jessica Campbell-Swanson covered a breadth of topics during her May 17 town hall at Koelbel Library in Centennial.  …
On May 17, Littleton Police Corporal Jeff Farmer became the first officer in Colorado to receive a Medal of Valor, the highest national award for valor by a public safety officer.
As communities across Colorado grapple with how to best serve people experiencing homelessness, the City of Centennial has a new resource — a homeless outreach liaison.  Vanessa Gates …
Campus Middle School closed Friday due to a power outage caused by flooding, according to an update provided on the school’s website. 
The Lakewood restaurant and landmark Casa Bonita appears to be very close to reopening. It has passed plumbing, HVAC and electrical inspections. Fire and health officials say Casa Bonita has its …
Pools around the metro area are gearing up to open for the summer. That is, if there are enough lifeguards.
The Denver Regional Council of Governments will receive $1 million from the Inflation Reduction Act to cut pollution and build clean energy economies across the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood metropolitan …
Mark Macy is a fighter. The Evergreen resident always has been driven to succeed as an attorney, an endurance athlete and a devoted family man. Now at age 69, he continues his drive to succeed in his battle against Alzheimer’s disease.
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Bustang running service from Denver to Estes Park, RMNP

The bus service from Denver’s Union Station to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park will be available for their fourth year this summer. Bustang will resume service on May 27 and …

Stories differ in court about 2009 deadly robbery in Centennial

Amid all the contradictory statements and “I-don’t-recall” responses that came out of the second week of testimony in the trial of Terrell Jones, one of the other people who prosecutors say participated in the robbery of Andrew Graham asserted several times that he himself was at the scene of the crime.

Littleton mayor gives State of the City address

On the morning of May 17, many of the most prominent people in Littleton gathered in the Bloom Room at The Hudson Gardens & Event Center.

South Suburban board member David Lawful dies at age 69

David Lawful, vice chair of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District Board of Directors, died in his sleep on May 10 at the age of 69.

Centennial Airport takes new steps to involve FAA in noise concerns

As neighbors of the Centennial Airport continue to express outrage about noise concerns, airport officials are taking new steps to urge participation from the Federal Aviation Administration, or FAA, in addressing the problems.

Three students win Arapahoe County voting sticker competition

When Arapahoe County voters cast their ballots this November, they’ll get to showcase the artwork of three Arapahoe County students.

Alleged partner, witness testifies in Centennial murder trial

In the early stages of the investigation into the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old Centennial man, authorities lacked an eyewitness. That changed when law enforcement made contact with Joseph …

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Unique sports abound in the Denver metro area

Spring is in full swing, bringing many folks around Colorado out of the doldrums of winter with the promise of outdoor recreation.

Exploring Colorado's bike paths

On most Tuesdays and Thursdays and some Saturdays, a team of bikers meets to explore Colorado’s network of trails.

Denver Fashion Week returns to city’s runways

Everybody has an outfit or two they love but don’t have the occasion or courage to pull out of the closest. Celebrating style like that — and providing an opportunity to bust out these gems — …

Local suburban bars a place for up-and-coming music talent in Denver metro area

At The Alley in downtown Littleton, you might find a musician who’s so into the music, they’ll get up and dance on the bar.
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 Arts group show marks anniversary
The Depot Art Gallery, operated by the Littleton Fine Art Guild, celebrates its 61st Anniversary with an exhibit that will run until July 3 at 2069 West Powers Ave. in downtown Littleton. Juror for …
Paint Box Guild exhibiting at library
The local Paint Box Guild opened an exhibit of works by its members at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton in the lower-level gallery. The juror was Dean Buhler, who selected a colorful …
Book shares insights from wild Colorado
Colorado naturalist/zoologist Mary Taylor Young has just published her latest book, “Bluebird Seasons: Witnessing Climate Change in My Piece of the Wild,” which is a beautifully written call to …
Zikr Dance Ensemble to perform at park
The Museum of Outdoor Arts will present an evening of dance with David Taylor’s Zikr Dance Ensemble on June 8 at 8 p.m. at Marjorie Park, 6331 Fiddler’s Green Circle, Greenwood Village. The …
‘Arabian Nights’ concert coming to PACE Center
On May 19, conductor Rene Knetsch will lead the 70-member Parker Symphony Orchestra in a concert called “Arabian Nights” at the PACE Center. In a recent talk for residents of Vita in Littleton, …
SeriesFest returns for a blockbuster Season 9
After a bit of a pandemic slowdown, SeriesFest, which celebrates emerging and underserved voices in episodic storytelling, is back bigger and better than ever, overflowing with top-notch television viewing for all audiences.  

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Arts, Culture, Music

Grandview students perform across Ireland

They marched down cobblestone streets, sang and played instruments in beautiful stained-glass cathedrals and recited Shakespeare on the grounds of a historical castle. Students from Grandview High School Performing Arts performed at historical sites as they traveled across Ireland.

‘In the Trenches’ looks at parenting

Kristina and Graham Fuller first presented their new musical, “In the Trenches: A Parenting Musical” as part of the fall JAAMM Festival at the Mizel Arts and Cultural Center in Denver — …

Northglenn celebrates Betty grace Gibson

For the late Betty grace Gibson, being a self-taught artist didn’t mean never taking an art class or workshop. As her daughter, Linda Drumm, recalls, being self-taught meant was taking things she …

A musical reflection of 2022

I don’t know about y’all, but I’m extremely glad this year is over. 2022 may well go down as the most challenging of my life, and since we’re still living through the aftershocks of a global …

‘Entanglements’ with nature

Metropolitan State University’s Center for Visual Arts starts off a new year with “Entanglements,” a new lens-based exhibit of works by 11 national and international artists, which will run …
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Kajfosz looks to finish swim season strong

Mason Kajfosz is adamant to finish the boys high school swimming season on a decisive note. “This season has gone really well,” said the Highlands Ranch swimmer. “This is my senior season. …

Valor steamrolls Regis in top 15 national matchup

The pregame stat sheet said the Valor Christian-Regis Jesuit boys lacrosse game should've been close — really close. Regis entered the game ranked No. 2 in Colorado and 13th in the nation. Valor: …

Huskies’ baseball season hits headwinds

It has been a stressful season for the Douglas County High School baseball team. Armed with eight players who have committed to play college baseball, the Huskies were predicted to be one of …

SkyView girls kick soccer up a notch

SkyView Academy’s girls soccer team has been talking a lot this season, not to other teams but to themselves. The Hawks are 9-0 and ranked second in the April 17 CHSAANow.com state poll behind …

Prep baseball in thick of season

The Heritage baseball team took an undefeated record into a pair of tough games during the week of April 10-15. Coach Jordan Johnson’s Eagles were ranked fifth in the CHSAANow.com state poll on …

Sisters lead way for Vista tennis

Mountain Vista sophomore tennis player Marian Hayes is having a good time this spring, thanks in part to her off-season workouts with her best friend who just happens to be her sister. Marian, a …

Jaguars, have mercy: Rock Canyon routes Grandview 12-0

 If the Rock Canyon baseball team continues to do what it did on April 12 against Grandview the rest of the season, watch out, 5A Continental League. In their second-to-last nonleague game of …

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VOICES

From the Editor: No real control

This week, our newspaper featured a story reporter Tayler Shaw worked on over several months. This story tells the heartbreaking story of a teenager who died after allegedly buying drugs laced with …

Column: Love, recognition and appreciation

Many years ago, I remember hearing this question posed to a group of people going through some training, “How often should you tell your spouse that you love them?” Take a moment to consider what …

From the Editor: Our border crisis

As Title 42 expired this month, news outlets had images of people waiting to cross the Mexico border into the U.S. Some estimated tens of thousands are now coming across the border in what our …

Aging column: More than books at Douglas County Libraries

You may be surprised at the variety of services offered by the Douglas County Libraries. Learn what's available at the Seniors' Council of Douglas County meeting on Thursday, July 6 from 10 to 11:30 …

From the Editor: Celebrating, reflecting on graduation moments

The season is here for high school and college students to walk across the stage to get that document saying they are officially ready for the next level. What the next level will be largely depends …

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Columnists
 Finance Column: The U.S. dollar as world currency
There is a lot of news about the U.S. dollar (USD) and how sustainable it is as the world currency in the future. While I don’t expect a major shift away from the dollar during my lifetime, we do …
County Corner: Transportation infrastructure connects us, resources not making the grade
When you jump in your car, hop on your bike, or set out to walk to the grocery store, you’re immediately part of a system of roads, sidewalks, bridges and other assets that connect us to our world. …
From the Editor: The losses will mount
During a recent vacation, I was able to meet and talk with several people who are from the Denver area. What I found interesting is what they told me their plans for the future hold. You see, they …
Column: Receiving and giving light and love
Do you have people that you get to see often, maybe daily, weekly, or monthly, and whenever you do have the opportunity to meet with them, they always seem joyful bringing light and love to the …
Business Corner: Parker Days returns stronger in 2023
Parker’s Favorite Weekend is quickly approaching. Once again, the annual Parker Days Festival takes over Downtown Parker the second weekend of June. Last year marked the triumphant return of the …
Column: Moms are saints, and not just on Mother's Day
I love the Luke Bryan song, “Most People are Good.” Besides agreeing with the song’s premise that despite what we hear on the news and read on social media about the worst in society – most …
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