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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.

Guide dogs, butterflies and enjoying life

By CPC | February 27, 2024

In 2021, after living in Thousand Oaks, California for more than 60 years, Connie and Randy Weidner packed up their home and beloved 5-year-old pup Gracie and made the trek…

Law enforcement in his blood

By CPC | February 27, 2024

Deputy Jeff Pelle of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has law enforcement in his blood – he is a third-generation peace officer. Joe Pelle, Jeff’s dad, recently retired after…

Declutter like there is no tomorrow

By CPC | February 27, 2024

  The term Swedish death cleaning may evoke thoughts of a crime scene or evil spirits, but it is actually a thoughtful and effective approach to decluttering. While a bit…

The Continental Divide Raceway was a wheelie big deal

By CPC | February 27, 2024

In the late 1950s, Douglas County’s Continental Divide Raceway (CDR) was drawing the top names in automobile racing, but tragedy, lawsuits and health issues ultimately closed the track. The facility…

Not the usual puppy park

By CPC | February 27, 2024

No time to walk your pup before running to the mall? Grab a leash, a few waste bags and take your furry friend with you. Park Meadows Retail Resort (PM)…

March Crossword

By CPC | February 27, 2024
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‘Spring Break Destinations’   This crossword brought to you by Allstate Insurance – Tammy Lopez (720) 733-1331 Across 1. Beauty pageant wear 5. Tool with teeth 8. An issue that…

Dear Mrs. A – March

By CPC | February 27, 2024
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Dear Mrs. A, We are newcomers in The Canyons and we are concerned about clearing the snow and what the timelines are for removal. Can you guide us? Welcome, neighbors!…

Local worship services

By CPC | February 27, 2024

  Canyons Community Church  4825 N. Crowfoot Valley Road, Castle Rock Easter Sunday, March 31, 10:30 a.m. www.canyonscc.org   Castle Oaks Covenant Church 826 Park Street, Castle Rock Easter Sunday,…

Keeping track of Colorado’s wolves

By CPC | February 27, 2024

If you have been following the reintroduction and release of the 12 gray wolves in Colorado, you can follow their whereabouts with a map published by Colorado Parks and Wildlife…

Stay dry and curl up with a good book

By CPC | February 27, 2024
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March is often the snowiest month in the Centennial State. Remember the blizzard of 2021 that dumped nearly two feet of snow in just a couple of days? Weather impacts…