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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.

Breaking Blue: Forensic science

By CPC | May 1, 2023

As the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) Citizens Academy approached the end of its program, participants got to tour the Unified Metropolitan Forensic Crime Lab (UFL) located in Englewood. Popular…

Rueter-Hess Reservoir open for recreation

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Rueter-Hess Reservoir (RHR), northeast of Castle Pines, will be open for paddleboarding, canoeing and kayaking. RHR will be open for recreation Fridays through Mondays, with…

Unity on Park provides the key to independence

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Do you remember getting the keys to your first apartment or dorm room? That feeling of independence and self-reliance is empowering. As Douglas County celebrated Developmental Disabilities Month in March,…

If disaster strikes, do you have enough home insurance?

By CPC | May 1, 2023

After the wake of the Marshall Fire in Boulder in 2021, many homeowners were shocked to learn that their policies were not adequate or up to date for compensation. According…

Cleaning up Castle Pines together

By CPC | May 1, 2023

The City of Castle Pines held its first Spring Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 1. According to City officials, the cleanup was a great success. A little more than 50…

City hosting free clinic on deck permits and codes

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Summer is coming … how is your deck? The City of Castle Pines Building Department is hosting a free clinic on May 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at…

Christian Brothers Automotive

By CPC | May 1, 2023

The Golden Rule in action Soft hands can make all the difference between success and failure in any business. Christian Brothers Automotive in Castle Rock owners Steve and Andrea Peterson…

A family aspiring for hope

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Chad and Valerie Fincher are deeply committed to their family, faith, and serving their community. The couple first met at Cal State Fullerton’s campus ministry in Southern California. “It was…

A lawyer with lots of love

By CPC | May 1, 2023

Several months ago, RE/MAX Holdings promoted attorney Susie Winders to be its general counsel. Her eventual success was never doubted by any who knew her. What could not have been…

New Resident Welcome Party

By CPC | May 1, 2023

The Madison Apartments on the east side of I-25 was host to the New Resident Welcome Reception sponsored by the City of Castle Pines, the Castle Pine Chamber of Commerce…