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Residents in Lone Tree raise concerns about plan to add probation office
An office that monitors people after they are convicted of crimes in Douglas County may locate near the Lincoln light rail station in the Lone Tree area, triggering concern from…
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The Class of 2024: Colorado high school grads share wisdom, look to future with caution
The Class of 2024 has seen its fair share of challenges. Their freshman year coincided with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. And, as they graduated, generative artificial intelligence is all the rage, promising to disrupt and change many industries in ways not yet fully understood. So, what’s on the minds of these students? The rising…
Commerce City gears up for annual Memorial Day Parade, the state’s largest
In a tradition that has become a cornerstone of the community’s efforts to honor and remember the sacrifices made by military veterans, Commerce City is putting the final touches on its annual Memorial Day parade on Monday.
Inmate death under investigation at Douglas County Detention Center
Officials are investigating the death of an inmate at the Douglas County Detention Center. The 31-year-old male inmate was found unconscious Thursday, and later pronounced dead. The inmate has not been named at this time. He was taken into the jail just before 6 a.m. on Thursday morning. About 11 hours later, he was found…
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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…
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CHSAA adopts high school shot clock for varsity teams
After several months of debate, the Colorado High School Activities Association formally adopted the use of a 35-second shot clock in prep basketball. The decision came during the association’s legislative council meeting on April 23. The change takes effect in the 2026-2027 school year for varsity boys and girls teams. The association’s legislative council approved…
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Elbert County Artists Guild plans to nurture creativity
Several dynamic and motivated Elbert County community members, led by Cynthia Thye, have founded a nonprofit organization for area artists. The group, still in its nascency, recently decided on Elbert County Artists Guild (ECAG) as its name. Thye, pronounced “tee,” tried starting a group in Elizabeth in 2022 but the timing wasn’t right. Now everything…
Coming Attractions: MOA reopens the Cabinet of Curiosities’ doors
For most artists, when a work is completed, that’s the end of the creative process. So, when Colorado-based installation artist Lonnie Hanzon had the opportunity to reimagine his “Cabinet of Curiosities and Impossibilities” for the Museum of Outdoor Arts’ (MOA) new location, he knew he was getting a rare treat. “It’s an honor to be back and…
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,…
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Michael Norton: From fear to confidence in sales
In last week’s column I shared how to navigate the sales spectrum. Encouraged by someone I look up to and…
Michael Norton: Professionalism, assertiveness and aggression in sales
In the dynamic world of sales, assertiveness reigns supreme as a defining trait that separates the good from the great.…
Michael Norton: The vital role of ER teamwork
Ski resort hospital emergency rooms stand at the intersection of adventure and safety, catering to the needs of winter sports…
Patricia Kummer: Good advice for your golden years
Your financial future should not be left to fate. Many pre-retirees may think that the stock market will control their…
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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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