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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.

DCSO prepares for golf tournament

By CPC | August 1, 2024
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The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is preparing for the BMW Championship. The team has been diligently working hard for more than a year with the goal “to ensure the…

Retirement, golf, family and … golf

By CPC | August 1, 2024

The legendary golfer Ben Hogan once said, “The most important shot in golf is the next one.” Steve Stroker and his wife, Pam, agree and as avid golfers, they split…

And speaking of Scotland…

By CPC | August 1, 2024

The birthplace of golf is in the lush country of Scotland and naturally it boasts some of the world’s oldest and finest courses. The official rules of golf were established…

34 years of Scottie love

By CPC | August 1, 2024
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This Pet Pedigree is brought to you by Lone Tree Veterinary Medical Center.   Kim and Rick Schafer have had six Scottish Terriers over the last 34 years. Commonly called…

The delight is in the details

By CPC | August 1, 2024

Imagine this: You are the dining manager at a world-class golf club, a place known for its excellent, thick chocolate milkshakes. Players and visitors who have visited golf clubs around…

Colorado living: Golfing at altitude

By CPC | August 1, 2024

Playing golf in Colorado is a bit different from playing at lower elevations. For example, the ball flies farther at higher altitudes: roughly 10% farther in Castle Pines. PGA TOUR…

Early mornings + dirty hands = learning and leadership

By CPC | August 1, 2024

There is a peacefulness as your cross the cattle guard at the Lowell Ranch on Plum Creek. It sits on 168 acres of beauty and purpose about 12 miles to…

Calling it a career after 43 years

By CPC | August 1, 2024

If you are a golf pro, or really a golfer at any level, when Jack Nicklaus talks, you listen. Keith Schneider did just that and turned it into a 43-year…

Evans Scholars Foundation – the gift of golf

By CPC | August 1, 2024

As the BMW Championship takes over Castle Pines and grabs international headlines, one young man, Logan Byler, will be front and center at the tournament – not playing, but watching.…

Join The Castle Pines Connection Community on Social Media

By CPC | August 1, 2024

Everyone likes a little good news, and we’ve got plenty to share! Follow the Castle Pines Connection on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn for your daily dose of positivity and all…