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.
By Carin R. Kirkegaard; with information provided by Connect for Health Colorado The Affordable Care Act (ACA) 2021 open enrollment period for purchasing health insurance for the coming year began…
By Kathy Fallert; photo courtesy of Jennie CartwrightBy Kathy Fallert; photo courtesy of Jennie Cartwright The Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) cross country team went to the state championship at…
Information and photos courtesy of CPA Football season in Castle Pines started and ended with dedicated hard working young athletes who love to play the game. The Castle Pines Athletics…
By Lisa Nicklanovich; courtesy photo “It’s like a hug,” said a resident about her weighted blanket. More than comforting, research suggests weighted blankets may benefit people with anxiety, autism, ADHD…
The Connection congratulates Kristi Rathbun, MJE, journalism teacher and adviser at Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) for receiving the 2020 Pioneer Award from the National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA). The…
By Maddy Merritt, RCHS intern writer; courtesy photos According to a report by the National Center for Health Statistics, the rate of twin births rose 76% from 1980 to 2009.…
By Carin R. Kirkegaard During this atypical school year, the Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is offering a helping hand by providing professional support opportunities to study, experiment and learn for…
Kindergarten registration is currently open for the 2021-2022 school year at Castle Pines elementary schools. Eligible children must be 5 years old by October 1, 2021. Copies of the child’s…
By Celeste McNeil; photos courtesy of Kelli Weinreich This Veterans Day, students from each grade at Buffalo Ridge Elementary took time to recognize the service our veterans willingly give to…
By Julie Matuszewski; photo courtesy of Scott Draper “Timber Trail Elementary is an amazing place and I couldn’t be happier to be there,” stated Scott Draper, the newest addition to…