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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…

A bountiful harvest on your plate

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

August is, hands down, my favorite time of year for food. Everything that is fresh and tasty seems to be bursting out everywhere: the farmers market is at peak capacity,…

Day on the greens for charity

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

On July 15th, the Country Club at Castle Pines Women’s 18-Hole group hosted its annual Charity Day. Nearly 70 women participated in the scramble tournament, raising more than $15,000. Each…

Summer nostalgia

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

Summer is a chance to feel like a kid again. The long, hot days of August are our last chance at summer, before the bustle of September begins. Everyone has…

Drive FORE DCCF

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

The Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF) hosted its third annual Drive FORE DCCF Golf Tournament, sponsored by Kraemer North America, on June 16 at the picturesque Ravenna Country Club in…

US Senior Open at The Broadmoor

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

The beauty of Colorado is not lost on the USGA and Douglas County residents love their golf. Thanks to those of you who sent in photos.   By Hollen Wheeler;…

Catch a fish and eat it too

By CPC | Jul 28, 2025

The Rueter-Hess Reservoir (RHR) in Parker now offers visitors enhanced fishing and boating experiences, including catch-and-keep fishing of walleye, largemouth bass and yellow perch. Other fish, such as black crappies,…

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