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Jimmy’s Photography

By CPC | Mar 1, 2023

Candid cameraman connecting singles After 34 years as a professional photographer – 19 of which have been in a studio in the Village Shops – Jimmy Dozer’s focus continues to sharpen and evolve. For decades, Jimmy has specialized in capturing memorable moments in the lives of babies, children, high school seniors and families. He has…

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Drinkwine Family Mortuary

By CPC | Oct 1, 2022

Watering the garden of life Jennifer Drinkwine Rexroat is an exceptional woman of strength, character and compassion for people who need it the most.  She and her husband, Karl, are funeral directors at Drinkwine Family Mortuary, a third-generation family business based in Littleton. Rexroat’s grandparents, Lila and Donald Drinkwine, bought the business more than 60…

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Bubbles Liquor World

By CPC | Sep 1, 2022

The Spirit of a Family Man Josh Kimsey is a busy guy. President of Bubbles Liquor World in Castle Rock and involved in philanthropy and many activities, especially with his family, Kimsey said he has a lot on his plate but is glad his businesses are close by. A Denver native, Kimsey attended Cherry Creek…

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Blue Island Oyster Bar and Seafood

By CPC | Aug 1, 2022
Photo of the Huggard family: Sean and Jennifer with children Benjamin, Gracyn, and Avery at Sanibel Island, Florida.

The man behind the oyster Blue Island Oyster Bar and Seafood opened its second location in Lone Tree earlier this year, and it has become as popular as the flagship Cherry Creek locale. Owner Sean Huggard’s title is Chief Decision Maker, a moniker he gave himself, saying that “CEO” or “president” was too serious for…

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Castle Pines Dental Care

By CPC | Jul 1, 2022

Celebrating 20 Years in Castle Pines Castle Pines Dental Care will celebrate 20 years in the community in August. Dr. Matt Rolfson attributes the success of the business to personal attention to each patient and the advances in technology and knowledge to make dental treatment easier and less complicated. “I don’t believe that dental treatment…

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Trestles Coastal Cuisine

By CPC | Jun 1, 2022
Photo of Verity Warriner (left) is the new head chef and Patrick Espinoza (right) is second in command.

Next generation of chefs There’s a new generation of chefs at local favorite Trestles Coastal Cuisine in The Village at Castle Pines Shops. Owners Mimi and Jose Espinoza are proud to announce the new head chef, Verity Warriner, and their son, Patrick Espinoza, as sous chef, second in command. Warriner has been at Trestles for…

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State Farm – Nick Ainsworth

By CPC | May 1, 2022

A Salt-of-the-Earth Renaissance Man Nick Ainsworth is an insurance agent, business owner and the quintessential Renaissance man. Under the banner of State Farm Insurance, Ainsworth hung out his shingle on Village Square Lane in January 2020 and the fledgling business has already garnered success. No surprise, Ainsworth’s history equates to an admirable work ethic, love…

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Castle Pines Acupuncture and Wellness

By CPC | Apr 1, 2022
Photo of the Muncy family (left to right): Vonda, Ellie, Cassie and Curtis

Making a difference, holistically By Hollen Wheeler; photos courtesy of Vonda Muncy Acupuncturist Vonda Muncy is a businesswoman, outdoor enthusiast and wellness guru. For more than five years, she has run Soul Potential Acupuncture & Wellness, located on Happy Canyon Road in the Village shops. As a clinical director, doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine…

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King Soopers – Dennis Fossceco

By CPC | Mar 1, 2022

Connecting with customers and grateful for community   Dennis Fossceco has held several roles in his 30 years with King Soopers, but being the store leader at the Castle Pines location has been a “blessing.” “I’ve worn many hats throughout my career at King Soopers and for Kroger [the parent company of King Soopers], but…

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Classy Nails

By CPC | Feb 1, 2022

New Ownership, New Energy By Hollen Wheeler; courtesy photos Classy Nails in the City of Castle Pines has a new owner. Holly Shirmenzagas acquired the day spa in November 2021 and is excited for her latest endeavor. “I’ve always wanted to own my own business, so this was the perfect opportunity,” said Shirmenzagas. Born in Mongolia,…

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