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50 years turning pages

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

By Patte Smith; photo courtesy of Johnna DeBella Forty-eight years ago before book clubs were in vogue, a group of avid women readers banded together for the love of reading…

The history and art of the selfie

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

Be in the Know – Discovering what’s hip, what’s hot and what’s happening NOW By Lisa Nicklanovich; photos by Taylor Wiebold The selfie has changed how we communicate with each…

McMurdo Gulch Civilian Conservation Corps

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

By Joe Gschwendtner; courtesy photos The stock market crashed on Black Friday in October 1929, ending the Roaring ‘20s. That day marked the beginning of the greatest economic downturn these…

Daughters of the American Revolution

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

Making a difference By Carin R. Kirkegaard; photos courtesy of the DAR The Castle Rock Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is furthering its mission to, among…

Valentine’s Day

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

The history of a Hallmark holiday Reprinted in part from The Castle Pines Connection, Volume 5, Number 2 On February 14, people all across the world will take part in…

Jessie’s Heart Foundation

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

Healing little hearts By Carin R. Kirkegaard; photos courtesy of J.C. Heinen New Year’s Day 1975, J.C. Heinen gave birth to her daughter Jessica Renee. Jessie was born premature with…

New Zealand Part II: The South Island

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

Article and photos by Joe Gschwendtner After touring Wellington last month, let’s ship out, on a 3.5 hour, $44 ferry ride, crossing Cook Strait to the South Island. The 12th…

Fires in Australia: How can I help?

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

The historic fires and subsequent devastation happening in Australia has left many wondering how they can help. The Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF) has compiled a list of vetted and…

A chewy a day helps keep the plaque away

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

By Kathy Fallert With February being National Pet Dental Health Month, it is wise to keep in mind that dental disease is more than just cosmetic. If you find your…

Improved transportation for seniors and adults with disabilities

By CPC | Feb 1, 2020

Information provided by Douglas County Douglas County received a grant for $494,000 from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Federal Transit Administration to improve reliable transportation services for…

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