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The Velcro dog: Long, low and full of heart

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

Amber is a fascinating mixed breed, a 10-year-old mashup of Labrador retriever and dachshund or what is called a “dachsador.” With a long body, low belly, short legs and a…

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Working her way to becoming a PA

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

Allison Janedis is a registered dietician (RD) and on her way to becoming a physician’s assistant (PA). Her journey began while running for the cross-country team at Rock Canyon High…

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From cookie sales to the Brooklyn Bridge

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

Each season you see them bundled up braving the winter chill, smiling behind tables stacked high of Thin Mints and Samoas cookie boxes. Girl Scouts do it for fun but…

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July Crossword

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

Crossword brought to you by Allstate Insurance — Tammy Lopez  (720) 733-1331   Across 1. Ornamental flower, for short 4. Wheel of Fortune purchase 7. ___ diagram (illustration used in…

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From the pool to medical school

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

McKenna DeBever grew up in Highlands Ranch and is a two-time Olympic swimmer who has traveled all over the world, competing on the international stage. A swimmer with the Highlands…

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Smashing ALS one point at a time

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

PicklePalooza II drew nearly 400 players and spectators to Founders Park in Castle Rock on June 7, a 52% increase in participation from last year’s fundraising event. Hosted by Paul’s…

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Dear Mrs. A – July Issue

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025
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Dear Readers, I’d like to talk to you about a thing that happened to me while shopping and how it made me a more courteous and informed shopper. I’m talking…

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The power of pollinators

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

As major pollinators, bees are an important part of our ecosystems. Sandy Holcomb is passionate about honeybees. She keeps an apiary with multiple hives near Chatfield State Park. The apiary…

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Electronics recycling

By CPC | May 28, 2025

Douglas County offers free electronics recycling to residents through December 30 at PedalPoint Lifecycle Solutions, 3251 Lewiston Street, Suite 10, Aurora. Services are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m.…

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Small needs and good deeds

By CPC | May 28, 2025

  The simple definition of “help” is to make it easier for someone by offering services or resources. The tagline for nonprofit Be the Good Ones (BTGO) says it all:…

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