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The Next Chapter

There is an ever-aging yet very active population of individuals in Douglas County entering the next chapter of their lives.  Whether transitioning to empty nesters, retiring from the corporate world, caring for elderly family members, or just turning the page to see what is to come in their life’s journey, readers are wanting more information about events, activities and programs geared toward the 50+ age crowd.

The Connection is committed to its readership and will incorporate more of these type stories in its editorial content in “The Next Chapter” section of the paper.  We would love to hear your thoughts, ideas and suggestions.  Email us at editor@castlepinesconnection.com.

Assisted stretching

By CPC | July 1, 2021
Photo of StretchLab Parker

By Lisa Nicklanovich; courtesy photo Before a Broncos game, the players always have assisted stretching sessions with trainers. Assisted stretching is crucial for professional athletes because it can increase range…

Clean cosmetics

By CPC | July 1, 2021

Article and photo by Lisa Nicklanovich Demand for clean beauty products is on the rise. Since skin absorbs up to 60% of what is applied to the surface, concerned consumers…

Kickin’ it to state

By CPC | July 1, 2021
Photo of the Rock Canyon High School girls varsity soccer team.

By Claire Bauer, RCHS intern writer; courtesy photo After a long wait, Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) girls soccer teams were finally able to start their season. As a part…

Bond money betters our schools

By CPC | July 1, 2021

By Celeste McNeil In late 2018, Douglas County residents voted to pass 5B which directly led to the Douglas County School District (DCSD) selling $250 million in general obligation bonds.…

Once a Jag, always a Jag

By CPC | July 1, 2021

By Celeste McNeil; photos courtesy of Andy Abner and DCSD Andy Abner recently announced he is leaving the principal post at Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) for a deputy superintendent…

Southwest Heating & Cooling

By CPC | July 1, 2021

Your Home Comfort Specialists 8109 W. Brandon Dr. Littleton, CO  80125 720-689-0427 www.southwestheating.com

Colorado property reappraisals

By CPC | June 1, 2021
Photo of Valuation Study Period

Information and graphic provided by Douglas County For Colorado property owners, 2021 is a reappraisal year. A Notice of Valuation (NOV) is designed to explain the assessment of a property…

Castle Pines Chamber honors local businesses

By CPC | June 1, 2021

By Carin R. Kirkegaard; photo courtesy of the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce Since 1963, the United States Small Business Administration has taken the first week of May to recognize…

GreenEarth Cleaners

By CPC | June 1, 2021
Photo of GreanEarth Cleaners owners Derek Blaha and his father, Joe,

A father and son endeavor By Kathy Fallert; photos courtesy of Derek Blaha Father and son Joe and Derek Blaha have been involved in various aspects of the laundry and…

Milk magic

By CPC | June 1, 2021
Dairy Block

Article and photos by Hollen Wheeler About 30 minutes from the Castle Pines community is Denver’s hot new “innovation district,” the Dairy Block. Located in the heart of lower downtown…