Revealing history and keeping it alive  By Lynne Marsala Basche Imagine triggering the 1858 Colorado Gold Rush by finding gold flecks in Cherry Creek and the Platte River.  Think about trekking up to the Devil’s Head summit in the late 1800s to what would become one of only four fire lookout stations along the Front…

Parenting Ph.D.  By Lynne Marsala Basche   Raising a child is difficult.  While challenges may change with the times, if you are a parent, grandparent or a caregiver to a preschool-aged child through high school-aged student, the need for education and guidance is always necessary.  The Douglas County Parenting Coalition (DCPC) is waiting to support…

Called to help – By Lynne Marsala Basche One of the many benefits of living in Douglas County is the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.  The open space and trail systems are extensive, and when something unexpected occurs and help is needed, the Douglas County Search and Rescue (DCSAR) team is ready to respond. DCSAR…

Giving now for generations to come By Lynne Marsala Basche The Douglas County Libraries (DCL) system has always played a vital part in its communities and has been fortunate to have strong leaders with innovative ideas that have allowed DCL to thrive and become a nationally recognized district.  As districts look to secure funding, creating…

By Lynne Marsala Basche In 1999 Deputy Ronald King was killed by a drunk driver when he and his partner were returning from an assignment.  At that time, Douglas County had no benevolence organization that could step in and help his family with expenses.  With the notion that we are one incident away from becoming…

Smiles change lives By Lynne Marsala Basche Can a smile open doors, inspire self-confidence and create a ripple effect of goodwill in a community?  The 501(c)(3) Smile for a Lifetime (S4L) of Greater Denver seeks to achieve all that and more.  Drs. Kevin Theroux and Brooks Barefoot of Total Orthodontics in Lone Tree are dedicated…