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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: Communications and Special Teams K-9 Unit

By CPC | February 1, 2023

  (DCSO) Citizens Academy delivered another riveting two-part class again this month, covering Communications and the Special Teams K-9 Units. Dispatcher Kara Martin led the Communications portion of the class…

2023 property tax notifications arriving

By CPC | February 1, 2023

If you are a property owner in Douglas County, watch your mail for the delivery of your 2023 property tax bill or tax notification. As you review your property tax…

Elected officials sworn into office in Douglas County

By CPC | February 1, 2023

In a packed hearing room as one of the first official actions of 2023, 18th Judicial District Court Judge Theresa Slade completed the swearing in ceremony for Douglas County’s re-elected…

Behind the Badge: Emergency department nurse

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Nursing is in Deb Miller’s blood. When she was four years old, all she wanted for Christmas was the Barbie doll that was a nurse. On Christmas morning that is…

Castle Pines North Metro District manager

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Congratulations Nathan Travis for being named Castle Pines North Metro District manager. “We are thrilled to have someone as knowledgeable and capable as Nathan leading the District,” said Board President…

Another postage increase

By CPC | February 1, 2023

To compete with inflation and operating costs, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) implemented a 4.2% increase on some postage rates effective January 22. A first class, forever stamp went up…

Let’s Be Better Shoppers

By CPC | February 1, 2023
Graphic of Thoroughly Modern Manners

Dear Reader, The Starbucks cups are everywhere. I know, I’m guilty of setting one down to look at something while shopping and forgetting it. But I’m here to remind myself…

South Metro Fire Rescue 2023

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Applications for the South Metro Fire Rescue (SMFR) 2023 Citizens Academy are now open. The Citizens Academy is an opportunity for SMFR residents to get a first-hand look at what…

Make February 14 your own

By CPC | February 1, 2023

February is a month filled with hearts, chocolate and flowers, which for some, induces eye-rolls and annoyance, or even sadness. Whether unattached or anti what some call a “commercial celebration,”…

Stupid Cupid. The anti-Valentine’s approach

By CPC | February 1, 2023

Roses are red. Violets are blue. I am not yours. You are not mine. Will you be my galentine, malentine, brolentine or anti-valentine? While couples revel in their love story…