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.
There was an additional student from 80108 who signed a letter of intent to swim at the collegiate level at California Baptist University. It takes a great deal of discipline…
Eighth graders from DCS Montessori recently traveled to San Juan, Puerto Rico, for a learning adventure as part of the school’s mission “to enrich the world through positive and substantial…
Serving sweet treats in a kind, inclusive space July is National Ice Cream Month. Howdy Homemade Ice Cream, located at 6340 South Parker Road in Aurora, is a place to…
James Allan Holmes is the definition of a modern-day Renaissance man––a person who is skilled in multiple disciplines and has a broad base of knowledge. He is an artist, businessman…
Douglas County veterans now have access to local Veterans Affairs (VA) care. A ribbon cutting ceremony last month celebrated the grand opening of a new VA outpatient clinic at the…
On May 21, Douglas County Commissioner George Teal and Heroes Hall Foundation leadership unveiled the new sign marking the location of the Heroes Hall Complex, a 14,000-square-foot building that, when…
Many neighboring communities will soon see development activity on regional parks and recreational facilities. In 2022, more than 87% of Douglas County voters approved to extend the 0.17% sales and…
In 2022 and in response to the national opioid crisis, many states began to receive opioid settlement funds paid for by the large companies involved in manufacturing, distributing and selling…
The Castle Pines North Metro District (CPNMD) began its annual fire hydrant flushing program to maintain water quality and ensure the reliability of the water distribution system last month. This…
On May 3, the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce held a paint recycling event, Recycle Paint in the Pines. The Chamber partnered with GreenSheen to collect the paint. Residents helped…