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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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The wonders of watermelon

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

Watermelon is a refreshing part of summer meals and is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which help protect cells and DNA from damage and reduce inflammation. They support eye…

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Declare independence from ice cream makers

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

If I was, for some odd reason, ever forced to choose just one indulgence food to enjoy for the rest of my life, it would be ice cream. Like, I…

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Hometown baseball family

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

Father and son Keith and Cashel Dugger spend their days around the game of baseball. Keith is in his 26th season with the Colorado Rockies, currently serving as the head…

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Valor girls golf and lacrosse take state titles

By CPC | Jun 27, 2025

Valor Christian High School (Valor) ended its school year with accolades and honors in both girls golf and lacrosse, proving they can dig deep with determination and perseverance. At the…

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Beginning and ending together

By CPC | Jun 26, 2025

Two educators who started work on the same day in 2004 at Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) also retired on the same day in May, 21 years later. Jenn Miller and…

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