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; photos courtesy of the Sobota family Sophia Sobota, a student athlete at Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) found her love for both academics and volleyball in…
By Julie Matuszewski; photos courtesy Rebecca Jones Where’s the beef? That is the question many of us are asking as we visit our favorite burger joints and eateries, remembering when…
By Celeste McNeil; photos courtesy of Tim Ryckman Kindergarten students from Buffalo Ridge Elementary proudly kicked off the winter holiday season with their first showcase. They spent weeks learning and…
By Kaeli Nallathamby, student writer; Photo courtesy of Julian Bouquet In mid-November, 10 students gave their all to the judges in the Rocky Heights Middle School (RHMS) “Walk the Talk”…
By Alexandra Jacot, student writer; photos courtesy of Julia Rene Photo Over the years, Rocky Heights Middle School (RHMS) has put on countless plays and musicals. However, their last musical,…
By Steve Whitlock; photo courtesy of Parker Dragovich The Valor High School girls cross country team placed eighth in the nation at the Nike Cross Nationals. Going in, they were…
By Lisa Nicklanovich; courtesy photos Team Stutler gathered on December 8 in Washington Park with a total of 44 members and eight dogs, winning the largest group category at the…
By Julie Matuszewski; photos courtesy of Wendy Wilson Showcasing artwork is important to young artists. Art brings people together and builds communities. This is why Timber Trail Elementary (TTE) art…
By Shaun Kernahan; photos by Terri Wiebold and courtesy of Jan Hejda It was the summer of 2011, Jan Hejda was a National Hockey League (NHL) free agent for the…
By Carin R. Kirkegaard It’s here – 2020 has arrived. For those high school seniors who have been counting the years to graduation with each passing grade, it’s now only…