Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Parker plans Fourth of July event

The Town of Parker is hosting its Fourth of July fireworks event, but this time, ticket prices will be available in tiers. Those interested in attending will have the option to choose between $30, …

Equity policy keeps sparking comments

The Douglas County School Board predicted back in March that an equity policy the board was considering would upset some parents. But perhaps board directors underestimated just how unhappy some …

STEM shooter testifies against alleged helper

In his second day of testimony, an admitted shooter of the STEM School Highlands Ranch reversed the story he told immediately following the May 7, 2019 attack. Alec McKinney, …

STEM shooter testifies against alleged helper

In his second day of testimony, an admitted shooter of the STEM School Highlands Ranch reversed the story he told immediately following the May 7, 2019 attack. Alec McKinney, …

7 arrested in $5 million shoplifting scam

Douglas County authorities say they have arrested the seven ringleaders involved in a shoplifting and money-laundering scam, capping off a two-year investigation. During a June 1 press conference, …

Jail calls played in STEM shooting trial

John Denver tribute shows set for Lone Tree

Possible timeline set for new Trader Joe’s grocery store

Douglas County Schools’ proposed equity policy sparks ire, hope

Younger STEM shooting suspect takes stand

Jury deliberations begin in STEM trial

Six-story, multi-use building proposed downtown

Summer concert series coming

Jail calls played in STEM shooting trial

In a jail call recording played for a Douglas County courtroom June 7, the defendant in the STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting trial laughed with his girlfriend, calling himself her …

Lutheran High School celebrates graduation

Lutheran High School's class of 2021 walked across the stage at Southeast Christian Church to receive their diplomas May 26. Valedictorians Ainsley Groetken, Sydney Samuels, Katie Sundrup, Noah …

Science Day helps kids 'unleash curiosity'

The Town of Parker hosted its first-ever Science Day in Discovery Park on May 23. The free event consisted of interactive exhibits that were “designed to spark or fuel your child's curiosity,” …

Parker town clerk retires after 40 years

When Carol Baumgartner first took on the role of municipal clerk for the Town of Parker, there were fewer than 300 people in the town. Forty years later, Baumgartner, who also helped incorporate the …

News

Educational advancement

Hedrick headed to Oklahoma Ethan Hedrick is a graduate of Highlands Ranch High School. He plans to attend The University of Oklahoma and will pursue a degree in business with a focus on finance or …

Garage sale dispute in Westminster results in no charges

BRIGHTON -- The 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office will not file charges against a man involved …
‘This is our history’

James Hessel came home from school on Sept. 11, 2001, and told his mom he was joining the Marines. “He …
Tornado touches down in Firestone; no apparent injuries

FIRESTONE -- A tornado touched down in Firestone late June 7. It caused damage to businesses and …

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Ready to sell your house?

Do this first to gain buying power in today’s market. It’s no secret that the Denver housing market is hot. According to Redfin, homes are going from list to pending in under five … View more Post your news

‘Pick a Number, Start a Story’ is write stuff

Sue Viders of Lone Tree has recently published “Pick A Number, Start a Story,” subtitled: …
Crash closes Highway 2 in Commerce City

State Highway 2 remains closed at East 96th Avenue after an early morning four-car crash involving …
'I pleaded twice' - New details emerge in STEM shooting testimonies

Lucas Albertoni was crawling through classroom 107 in STEM School Highlands Ranch when he was …
School district's draft budget reflects recovery

After a year of financial finagling to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Douglas County School …

Life

‘Capturing the Beauty of Open Land’ exhibit coming

During the week of June 21-25, about two dozen skilled plein air artists will be able to access private properties in Douglas County, capturing images of pristine conserved land in the county which …

Truer words may have never been spoken

“You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you …
The Alpine Choral finds a road home

It’s difficult to imagine the challenge that an artist faces when they’re used to rehearsing and …
Protecting your skin while not staying in

Coloradans love to tout the state’s sunshine with the warmth and mood boost it provides, but the …

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Get an advantage in today’s real estate market.

According to a recent report by the Denver Metro Association of Realtors, the average days a house is in the MLS is down 41% from a year ago to 23 days. For home buyers, that means you need to be … View more Post your news

A million-dollar night of musical theater

The Arvada Center is celebrating the return of live musical theater with an experience that will be …
‘Each/Other’ collaboration on display until August

“Each/Other” is the first exhibition to feature the works of contemporary Indigenous artists …
Annual water garden sale coming June 6

The Colorado Water Garden Society will host its annual sale on June 6, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …

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Keeping your eye on the ball .. and the mound

CHSAA releases Season D playoff schedule

AURORA -- The Colorado High School Activities Association released thke playoff formats and sites for the …
Spring prep sports still in play

It is early June and in a normal season most spring sports would be concluded but not this year with …
Student-athlete spotlight: Cherry Creek, Mountain Vista tennis players see success

It took some time for Lauren Hayes to adjust to playing in Colorado’s higher elevation, but the Hill …

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Colorado Needs to be Counted or Will Lose Out — Here's How NextFifty Initiative Can Help

For Immediate Release Contact: Michael Booth at The Bawmann Group, 303-868-7972 DENVER, Colo., Jan. 27, 2020 – With hundreds of millions of dollars at stake in funding … View more Post your news

Jacobs Fore benefit golf tournament coming to Fort Lupton

The city of Fort Lupton, Jacobs and the business community are co-sponsoring the 2021 Jacobs Fore …
Crash kills 10-year-old; mom arrested

A 27-year-old woman is under arrest after a May 30 rollover crash in Brighton killed her …
Seniors lead at the ballpark for Ponderosa baseball

Ponderosa head baseball coach Bob Maloney has a good team this season that he says is more like a …
Sports roundup

Area high school athletes were forced to adjust because of graduation ceremonies during the week of …

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STEM shooter testifies against alleged helper

7 arrested in $5 million shoplifting scam

Educational advancement

Garage sale dispute in Westminster results in no charges

‘This is our history’

Tornado touches down in Firestone; no apparent injuries

Ready to sell your house?

‘Pick a Number, Start a Story’ is write stuff

Crash closes Highway 2 in Commerce City

'I pleaded twice' - New details emerge in STEM shooting testimonies

School district's draft budget reflects recovery

‘Capturing the Beauty of Open Land’ exhibit coming

Truer words may have never been spoken

The Alpine Choral finds a road home

Protecting your skin while not staying in

Get an advantage in today’s real estate market.

A million-dollar night of musical theater

‘Each/Other’ collaboration on display until August

Annual water garden sale coming June 6

Keeping your eye on the ball .. and the mound

CHSAA releases Season D playoff schedule

Spring prep sports still in play

Student-athlete spotlight: Cherry Creek, Mountain Vista tennis players see success

Colorado Needs to be Counted or Will Lose Out — Here's How NextFifty Initiative Can Help

Jacobs Fore benefit golf tournament coming to Fort Lupton

Crash kills 10-year-old; mom arrested

Seniors lead at the ballpark for Ponderosa baseball

Sports roundup

Failing to be facile was tassel-related hassle

A numeral, a letter, and unsure what's better

Welcome to Denver — weather permitting

Friendly Colorado? We’ve got to stop harming each other

Some words are great, and others just grate

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