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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.

Two new road projects provide increased east-west access to Parker

By CPC | June 1, 2010

Douglas County is currently involved in two major roadway projects that will make access from the Castle Pines community east to Parker much easier in the coming months. The I-25…

I feel the need…the need for speed

By CPC | June 1, 2010

Speed Raceway’s clean, environmentally-friendly facility features energy-efficient lighting and is free from oils and fuels. By Patte Smith with photos provided by Speed Raceway Tom Cruise made his mark on…

To the Families, Employees and Community Members of the DCSD

By CPC | June 1, 2010

June 11, 2010 Families, Employees and Community Members of the Douglas County School District, The Board of Education serves the students, parents and patrons of the District by setting the…

Local Five Stones Sports dedicated to community involvement

By CPC | June 1, 2010

By Tracy Dudley The new youth sports organization headquartered in Castle Pines North, Five Stones Sports, continues its dedication to helping in local communities. On July 31, the Five Stones…

Urban Renewal Triggers Controversy; Communication

By CPC | June 1, 2010

by Linda Nuzum Urban Renewal Triggers Controversy; Communication The Castle Pines North (CPN) City Council’s recent approval of an Urban Renewal Authority (URA) and Plan has triggered a number of…

Horseback rides at Wildcat Mountain trail

By CPC | June 1, 2010

Eight-year-old Taylor explores the beauty of Colorado and her passion for horses atop Rosie. by Lisa Crockett with photo by Terri Wiebold The Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) has teamed…

Is it time to change your smoke alarm?

By CPC | June 1, 2010

by Einar Jensen, Life Safety Educator South Metro Fire Rescue Authority Although not everyone does it, most adults are familiar with the suggestion to change the batteries in their smoke…

National Geographic Bee It’s no spelling bee

By CPC | June 1, 2010

Article by Kathy Dunker with photo by Amy Shanahan Each year, thousands of schools in the United States participate in the National Geographic Bee sponsored by the National Geographic Society.…

Centura Health to open medical campus in The Meadows

By CPC | June 1, 2010

Article and photo by Elizabeth Wood West Beginning late this summer, Centura Health, the faith-based, non-profit hospital and health care provider, will start construction on phase one of its 50-acre…

Literacy month brings in funds and promotes learning at Buffalo Ridge

By CPC | June 1, 2010

Pictured above, the Good Witches of the North have cast their spell and pulled out the correct spelling for the word “why”, during the Spelling Challenge assembly. During the assembly…