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A politician, prospector and developer

By CPC | Feb 1, 2026

Governor Alexander Cameron “Cam” Hunt had an eye for real estate, building his final home on a mountain in southeast Douglas County bearing his name. Born in 1825 in New…

Our wild neighbors

By CPC | Feb 1, 2026

They are a familiar sight and sound around Colorado—large grey-brown waterfowl with long black necks, white “chinstraps” and loud honks: Canada geese (Branta canadensis). Though commonly called “Canadian” geese, the…

Crossword Puzzle – January 2026

By CPC | Jan 1, 2026

Sponsored by: Allstate Insurance — Tammy Lopez (720) 733-1331 Across 1. Amazes 5. Apportioned 9. Shelves of knowledge 10. Camp shelter 11. Throw, as dice 13. Reply to a captain…

Empowering Women as Leaders launches Denver chapter

By CPC | Jan 1, 2026

With a roll of the dice, a neighborhood bunco group provided a chance connection for three Castle Pines women. Once known to each other by first name only, these Knightsbridge…

Senior friends held a collection drive

By CPC | Jan 1, 2026

Four seniors at Rock Canyon High School held a winter clothing drive for the nonprofit Jesus on Colfax, whose vision is to help those in “poverty of soul and circumstances.”…

The Elevated Edit – Welcome Drinks

By CPC | Jan 1, 2026

Welcome to our re-branded column, formerly Dear Mrs. A, where I’ll be your guide to style, etiquette and entertaining! We’ll be here giving advice for the cultured and curious. In…

Colorado living: About those welcoming signs

By CPC | Jan 1, 2026

Travelers driving into Colorado are greeted at the borders by the state’s signature “Welcome to Colorful Colorado” signs. These large wooden signs have welcomed visitors to the state for more…

Cutest Pet in the Pines Contest is back!

By CPC | Jan 1, 2026

The Castle Pines Connection has teamed up with local businesses to bring you the thirteenth annual Cutest Pet in the Pines contest. We invite you to share your digitally-captured pet…

Small service makes a big difference

By CPC | Jan 1, 2026

Minnie Musso, a Village at Castle Pines resident and Rock Canyon High School sophomore, recently organized a service project to make items for the local animal shelter. Minnie and her…

Pine Grove becomes Parker: Part II

By CPC | Jan 1, 2026

  Pine Grove simmered early rather than grew. A mere transit point, freighting and lumber processing at Gomer and Foster’s Running Creek sawmill were its early sparks. George and Mary…

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