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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.

Cutest Pets in the Pines

By CPC | January 1, 2023
athena

Cutest Pet in the Pines – Our top 100 picks Congratulations Athena, an adorable kitten that stole the hearts of our judges and has been selected as the Cutest Pet…

Behind the Badge, Sheriff-Elect Darren Weekly

By CPC | January 1, 2023

Darren Weekly will be the new sheriff, although he’s not new to town. On January 10, the Colorado native will be sworn in as the 34th sheriff of the Douglas…

Reduced state park pass available with vehicle registration

By CPC | January 1, 2023

At a time when inflation is high and so seems everything else, nothing sounds better than getting out and into Colorado’s spectacular state parks. Just pick one. They are all…

Breaking Blue: Detentions and the Special Operations Response Team

By CPC | January 1, 2023

After a riveting class on the Bomb Squad and Investigations Unit last month, I wondered how the Citizens Academy program could top that? They managed to impress with a visit…

County Commissioners adopt 2023 balanced budget

By CPC | January 1, 2023

The onerous process to develop a balanced budget for all of Douglas County begins each year in May. By mid-October, the preliminary budget is posted online for public access and…

Colorado law requires businesses to start collecting bag fees

By CPC | January 1, 2023

Consumers should expect a small increase in costs when going to the grocery store and certain restaurants and retail establishments in 2023. Beginning New Year’s Day through January 1, 2024,…

Welcome our new staff member

By CPC | January 1, 2023
Molly

The Castle Pines Connection welcomes Molly Rosenmeyer to our team as a graphic designer. Rosenmeyer has been a graphic designer for more than 20 years, working in all aspects of…

Start, stop and continue

By CPC | January 1, 2023

Historically, as publisher of The Castle Pines Connection, I take time during the holidays to reflect back on the past year and report plans for the coming year in the…

City goals with Castle Pines Mayor Tracy Engerman

By CPC | January 1, 2023

January is a good month to check in with City of Castle Pines Mayor Tracy Engerman about what is ahead for the City in 2023. When asked what citizens should…

Treeline Pass celebrates and elevates adults with developmental disabilities

By CPC | January 1, 2023

It is a story of hope, humanity and abundant love. Treeline Pass (TLP) was born from the dream and desire to create the very best life for adults with autism…