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.
Article and photo by Chris Michlewicz To those who live here, it’s easy to understand why Douglas County was again named the second healthiest county in the nation. In late…
By Chris Michlewicz; rendering courtesy of CPNMD There’s good news for pickleball players in the Castle Pines community – plans are in the works for several new courts in the…
Information and photo provided by Douglas County The completion of the final section of the 28-mile East/West Regional Trail was celebrated last month with the opening of the final stretch…
Information and photo provided by the USDA Forest Service Devils Head Trail, an iconic out and back 2.5-mile Colorado Front Range hike that ends with a 143 step climb to…
Information and photo provided by Douglas County The Greenland area located south of Castle Rock is known for its views and open space. Although, Douglas County’s investment in the area…
Information provided by Douglas County Libraries; Photo by Terri Wiebold In July, all seven locations of Douglas County Libraries (DCL) rolled out new operating hours. For most library locations –…
By Carin R. Kirkegaard Many homes in the Castle Pines community have doorbells with cameras, as well as strategically placed security cameras to capture activity around their home – everything…
Information and photo provided by Tri-County Health Department In response to safety precautions involved with the pandemic, the Tri-County Health Department Household Chemical Roundup event structure has changed. Disposal is…
By Carin R. Kirkegaard Restaurant owners in the City of Castle Pines were pleased to receive financial reimbursement for losses they experienced due to recent water issues in the community.…
By Kathy Fallert; photos courtesy of the Christensen family Although the address has remained the same for decades, the name and faces behind the urgent care practice at 7280 Lagae…