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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.

RCHS spring sports – a season preview

By CPC | April 1, 2009

Rock Canyon lacrosse will be led by CPN residents Austin Fisher (left) and Kacy Carter, here celebrating a goal last season. (Photo by Kevin Williams) by Scott Lasher Every spring…

Parents express concerns with school traffic

By CPC | April 1, 2009

by Carin Kirkegaard For children not riding a school bus, arriving at Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) School can be a maze of walkers, skateboards, scooters, walkers, dogs and vehicles. At…

Strategies to keep your home safe from wildfire

By CPC | April 1, 2009

South Metro Fire Rescue Authority firefighters put out hot spots after containing a brush fire in Parker earlier this year. Information submitted by South Metro Fire Rescue Little moisture in…

Register now for Tri the Rock youth triathlon

By CPC | April 1, 2009

by Carin Kirkegaard Tri the Rock returns for its fourth year of benefiting youth health and fitness on May 17 at Butterfield Park in Castle Rock. A USA Triathlon sanctioned…

Who let the dogs out?

By CPC | April 1, 2009

by Carin Kirkegaard Longer daylight hours and warmer weather have Castle Pines North (CPN) neighbors taking advantage of Colorado’s early spring days. Whether riding a bike, taking a jog, or…

Verizon seeks approval for new flag pole

By CPC | April 1, 2009

by Lane Roberts Verizon Wireless has been working with the Castle Pines North (CPN) Metro District to add a new flag pole cell tower at the Community Center located on…

Traffic analysis completed on Happy Canyon

By CPC | April 1, 2009

by Terri Wiebold A recent study prepared for Douglas County shines new light on travel between the Sedalia area and I-25. In February, the engineering firm of Felsburg, Holt &…

The CP Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting

By CPC | April 1, 2009

The Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce and dozens of members held their official ribbon cutting ceremony at their new office in Castle Pines North in February. The new office is…

Vacant Lot in City an Eyesore

By CPC | April 1, 2009

by Terri Wiebold The vacant lot on the northeast corner of Castle Pines Parkway and Beverly Boulevard at I-25 (adjacent to the gas station) is currently being used by many…

There’s a New Day Dawning Over Here

By CPC | April 1, 2009

Submitted by Coldwell Banker Castle Pines Breathing fresh life into one of the Front Range’s benchmark luxury home communities, veteran Castle Pines Village Realty has announced its newly-formed alliance with…