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Summer Concert in the park

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

On a beautiful summer evening in July, several hundred residents gathered at Coyote Ridge Park for an evening concert by Ninety2K. Attendees brought lawn chairs, shade tents, snacks and beverages…

Colorado living: Palisade peaches & peach festivals

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

Peaches are often associated with the state of Georgia. But right here in Colorado, the Town of Palisade has a long history of producing outstanding peaches, along with other fruits.…

A tale of two families: Abbe Ranch—Part 1

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

  Born in 1883, James Edward Abbe lived above his father’s bookstore in Alfred, Maine. A shutterbug from the beginning, James convinced his father to add cameras and photographic supplies…

Take a walk into a gold mine

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

It is no secret that Colorado was once part of the mining sensation that drove many pioneers west in search of silver and gold. If you are intrigued with the…

Community club collects donations

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

The Village Castle Pines Garden Club (Garden Club) hosted a donation drive on Saturday, June 28. The group collected more than 3,000 items—gently used clothes, household goods and toiletries—for Help…

Nominate a community hero

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

For the third year in a row, the Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF) is seeking nominations for its Hero Awards, which recognize the service and valor of Douglas County first…

August 2025 Crossword

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

Crossword brought to you by Allstate Insurance — Tammy Lopez (720) 733-1331   Across 1. Tofu base 4. Endure 8. Talk up 12. Pink, as a steak 13. From square…

Celebrating 10 years of harmony

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

This year, the 5280+ Senior Chorales (Chorales) celebrated 10 years of bringing music and spirited performances to venues across Douglas County. The Chorales’ mission is to “provide significant and measurable…

New bill provides tax relief for seniors

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

The Social Security Administration is celebrating recent legislation that delivers tax relief to millions of older Americans. The bill ensures that almost 90% of Social Security beneficiaries will no longer…

August 21 is Senior Citizens Day

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

President Ronald Reagan proclaimed the first National Senior Citizens Day in 1988. Observed on August 21, a Thursday this year, the annual holiday is dedicated to celebrating older adults’ accomplishments…

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