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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.

Walgreens Slows Down Growth; CPN Store Finally Set to Open

By CPC | January 1, 2009

By Lane Roberts The economic downturn seems to be slowing growth of the drugstore giant, Walgreens. In late December, the Deerfield, Illinois-based drugstore announced they are cutting corners by delaying…

Vandalism – What it is, and How to Prevent it

By CPC | January 1, 2009

by Terri Wiebold What is vandalism? Vandalism as we know it is legally defined as Criminal Mischief, and is outlined by Colorado Revised Statute CRS 18-4-501. The definition, roughly stated,…

Work at Ridgegate Could Slow Traffic

By CPC | January 1, 2009

Looking north on I-25 at Lincoln Ave by Lane Roberts Starting this week, drivers can expect delays on I-25 northbound near the new Ridgegate Parkway expansion, south of Lincoln Avenue.…

Boy Scouts Offer Christmas Tree Recycling

By CPC | December 1, 2008

Boy Scout Troop 316 is offering a Christmas Tree pickup service for Castle Pines North residents. As of press time, dates for pickup had not been determined – dates will…

Chavura Forming in Castle Pines

By CPC | December 1, 2008

Let’s get together! We’ll eat (naturally), play and socialize, study and learn, all in celebration of our Jewish heritage. If you are interested in joining?the Castle Pines Chavura, please call…

Castle Pines Chamber Hosts Annual Trick-or-Treat Street

By CPC | December 1, 2008

by Anthonette Klinkerman The unusually warm autumn weather cooperated and brought out a host of little goblins to the second annual Castle Pines North Trick or Treat Street. On Wednesday,…

Alive At 25 – One Teen’s Perspective

By CPC | December 1, 2008

by Paige Newman, Student Intern from Rock Canyon High School There are numerous amounts of fears brought on by driving, felt particularly by parents of young drivers. As a new…

American Academy Breaks Ground in CPN

By CPC | December 1, 2008

Construction is finally underway for American Academy’s new 83,000 square foot school on Lagae Ranch in CPN. The K-8 Charter School will be the first middle school in CPN and…

Access to Coyote Ridge Park Made Easier – Trail Connector Project Completed

By CPC | December 1, 2008

Workers complete the new trail to Coyote Ridge Park in November (photo by Tim Gamble) by Terri Wiebold Residents in the northern neighborhoods of Castle Pines North (CPN) are celebrating…

City Works to Extend Snow Removal Service

By CPC | December 1, 2008

by Lane Roberts Now that Castle Pines North (CPN) is a new city, many residents have expressed concerns about snow removal for 2009. Snow removal services that were previously provided…