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War vets share stories with South students

Elaine Westblade talked about how she and her husband, the late Maynard Westblade, promised to keep in touch by writing letters to each other every day he was overseas fighting in World War II. They …

Addressing issues through dialogue

It seems so long ago, but there was a time that Jewish people and Black people banded together to help push the nation’s civil rights agenda across the finish line. But that was in the 1960s. …

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Make-A-Wish Colorado alumni, volunteers celebrate its 40th anniversary

Make-A-Wish Colorado celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, and is hosting an anniversary celebration and fundraiser in April in Denver. Since it started, the organization has granted more than 6,000 wishes for children with critical illnesses as a way of giving them hope and something to look forward to during their treatment.

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The Denver Regional Council of Governments will receive $1 million from the Inflation Reduction Act to cut pollution and build clean energy economies across the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood metropolitan …
The Butterfly Pavilion kicked off Pollinator Palooza with the opening of a new exhibit on May 2, with help from Congresswoman Brittany Petersen and First Gentleman Marlon Reis.  “When I …
Showing his cards at the last minute, the governor revealed a proposal on May 1 to curb increases on Coloradans’ property tax payments and enact what Democrats say is a “long-term solution” to prevent growing home values from raising property tax bills.
General Laura Richardson visited Northglenn High School on April 27 to pitch students that the army is a good path forward. Richardson, a familiar face as a former Norsemen, is the Army’s …
In just a week, homeowners across the Denver metro area will be staring at numbers that may come as a shock: Their property values may have jumped by up to 45% — or even higher for some areas.

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Celebrating children

Día del Niño, or Children’s Day, is a celebration that originated in Mexico. Today, it is also celebrated in many communities across the U.S. “This day recognizes children, pays homage to their …

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 Arts group show marks anniversary
The Depot Art Gallery, operated by the Littleton Fine Art Guild, celebrates its 61st Anniversary with an exhibit that will run until July 3 at 2069 West Powers Ave. in downtown Littleton. Juror for …
Paint Box Guild exhibiting at library
The local Paint Box Guild opened an exhibit of works by its members at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton in the lower-level gallery. The juror was Dean Buhler, who selected a colorful …
Book shares insights from wild Colorado
Colorado naturalist/zoologist Mary Taylor Young has just published her latest book, “Bluebird Seasons: Witnessing Climate Change in My Piece of the Wild,” which is a beautifully written call to …
Zikr Dance Ensemble to perform at park
The Museum of Outdoor Arts will present an evening of dance with David Taylor’s Zikr Dance Ensemble on June 8 at 8 p.m. at Marjorie Park, 6331 Fiddler’s Green Circle, Greenwood Village. The …
‘Arabian Nights’ concert coming to PACE Center
On May 19, conductor Rene Knetsch will lead the 70-member Parker Symphony Orchestra in a concert called “Arabian Nights” at the PACE Center. In a recent talk for residents of Vita in Littleton, …
Local suburban bars a place for up-and-coming music talent in Denver metro area
At The Alley in downtown Littleton, you might find a musician who’s so into the music, they’ll get up and dance on the bar.

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Obituaries

Lifestyles May 11, 2023

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Sports
 Help Wanted: Lifeguards
Pools around the metro area are gearing up to open for the summer. That is, if there are enough lifeguards.
Huskies’ baseball season hits headwinds
It has been a stressful season for the Douglas County High School baseball team. Armed with eight players who have committed to play college baseball, the Huskies were predicted to be one of …
SkyView girls kick soccer up a notch
SkyView Academy’s girls soccer team has been talking a lot this season, not to other teams but to themselves. The Hawks are 9-0 and ranked second in the April 17 CHSAANow.com state poll behind …
Chance Sports levels the playing field
“Equal opportunity levels the playing field.” This is what is stated on the Chance Sports website to capture the new nonprofit’s sense of urgency about raising money so young Denver-area …
Vista golfer stays positive
Abby Aeschleman, a senior at Mountain Vista high school, has tucked a positive attitude into her golf bag so far this season. Aeschleman fashioned a 3-under-par 69 to take medalist honors at the …
Boys volleyball programs grow in Douglas County, other areas
Boys volleyball became a sanctioned sport in Colorado three years ago and has steadily been growing. “The level of volleyball is rising and rising,” said Legend boys volleyball coach …

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From the Editor: No real control

This week, our newspaper featured a story reporter Tayler Shaw worked on over several months. This story tells the heartbreaking story of a teenager who died after allegedly buying drugs laced with …

Column: Love, recognition and appreciation

Many years ago, I remember hearing this question posed to a group of people going through some training, “How often should you tell your spouse that you love them?” Take a moment to consider what …

From the Editor: Our border crisis

As Title 42 expired this month, news outlets had images of people waiting to cross the Mexico border into the U.S. Some estimated tens of thousands are now coming across the border in what our …

Aging column: More than books at Douglas County Libraries

You may be surprised at the variety of services offered by the Douglas County Libraries. Learn what's available at the Seniors' Council of Douglas County meeting on Thursday, July 6 from 10 to 11:30 …

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