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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.

Understanding the Douglas County Alarm Ordinance – Fee Applies, but Not to All

By CPC | October 1, 2008

by Terri Wiebold The Douglas County Alarm Ordinance that became effective in March of 2008 has caused some confusion for Castle Pines North (CPN) residents who have begun receiving bills…

Report Traffic Problems

By CPC | October 1, 2008

Information provided by the DCSO The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has a Traffic Safety Hotline 303-660-7539 where citizens can leave a recorded message on specific traffic concerns. Citizens utilizing…

Long-Lost Sidewalk Finally Completed – Safer Passage for Buffalo Ridge Students

By CPC | October 1, 2008

Workers complete the new sidewalk on Monarch Boulevard between Oxford Drive and Shoreham Circle, making the route to school safer for children. (photo by Terri Wiebold) by Terri Wiebold Last…

See and Be Seen This Halloween

By CPC | October 1, 2008

Halloween. A time for Tricks and Treats and Things That Go Bump in the Night. But according to Dr. Jason Ortman, Therapeutic Optometrist, Halloween can also be a time of…

Team Tolson Heads to Ironman Florida

By CPC | October 1, 2008

Team Tolson includes David (left) and Kristin (right) and their two children. (photo courtesy of the Tolson family) by Elean Gersack HOA2 resident, David Tolson, will have his family cheering…

Walgreens, Pinnacle Building Near Completion

By CPC | October 1, 2008

The Pinnacle Building is now open for business. The building, which is on Castle Pines Parkway adjacent to the Village Square Shops, is home to several business and consulting ventures.…

Voters to Decide on New Library for CPN

By CPC | October 1, 2008

The Douglas County Library District hosted the first story time in CPN on September 8 at the Community Center. Spellbinder master story teller Priscilla Queen (far left), literacy coordinator for…

Local Officials Gear Up for Election Day

By CPC | October 1, 2008

Douglas County Clerk and Recorder Jack Arrowsmith (center) confers with Dick Lichtenheld (left) by Lisa Crockett With a history-making presidential race and several important local races and issues on the…

Metro District Works to Improve Well Sites

By CPC | October 1, 2008

by Terri Wiebold The Castle Pines North (CPN) Metro District is responsible for maintaining and operating 10 wells within the CPN Metro District boundaries. The District’s wells range in depth…

Prevent Home Fires

By CPC | October 1, 2008

As the seasons begin to change, Castle Rock Fire and Rescue wants you to help prevent home fires. October is Fire prevention month. This year’s theme for Fire Prevention Month…