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Friday, January 27, 2023

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Evolv metal detectors use AI-enhanced screening to find weapons while distinguishing from other metal items, like keys and phones. STEM School Highlands Ranch received a $961,504 grant for a three-year pilot program to install Evolv detectors at the school.

STEM to try AI-enhanced metal detectors for school safety

An AI-enhanced metal detector technology will soon be rolled out at STEM School Highlands Ranch in a school security pilot program, funded by a grant from Douglas County. On Jan. 24, Douglas …

Junior men's gymnastics still rings event

USA Gymnastics Men’s Competition in Parker

Representing the future of men’s gymnastics, 60 young men from across the state have trained countless hours to compete at the 8th annual 20 Mac Throwdown.

Douglas County Philip S. Miller Building

Douglas County Commissioners vote to expand community response program

Douglas County Commissioners focused on increasing citizen safety as they approved expanding the Community Response Team program on Jan. 24.

Dustin Neumann, 27, is accused of strangling his mother.

Sterling Ranch man accused of strangling mother

A Sterling Ranch man who was arrested on a murder charge allegedly strangled his mother in their home on Jan. 23.

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Nominations due Jan. 19 for 8th Colorado Women's Day annual awards

Nominations due January 19 for awards at 8th Annual Colorado Women's Day, March 10, 2023. View more Post your news

Man arrested on murder charge in Sterling Ranch

A Douglas County man is facing a murder charge for the death of a woman in Sterling Ranch. At around 2:30 p.m. Jan. 23, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 9200 block of …

At the 2023 Legislative Breakfast, state Sen. Faith Winter calls for more public transportation access as air pollution climbs.

Lawmakers want to eliminate all carbon emissions by 2050

One of the boldest climate change and air pollution bills set for debate in the legislature this year would attempt to eliminate all of Colorado’s carbon emissions by 2050, set tough interim goals …

Douglas County School District anticipates funding questions on 2023 ballot

Though voters turned down two funding measures for the Douglas County School District in November, it seems likely the district will return to the ballot in 2023 in an effort to increase staff …

Clear Creek's Bode Baker throws a pitch during a June 2021 game at Denver Christian. Baker, who's been playing baseball since he was 3 or 4 years old, is graduating high school this year and hopes to play baseball at the collegiate level.

High school seniors reflect on life lessons from athletic careers

For high school seniors a few months from graduation, athletics have helped them prepare for the ups and downs, and the responsibilities of adult life.

Douglas County School District's Superintendent Erin Kane, left, and Director of Mental Health Stephanie Crawford-Goetz pose will Douglas County Sheriff's Office Lt. Rob Rotherham and sheriff-elect Darren Weekly on Nov. 15 at the district administration building. Crawford-Goetz received the 2022 Ron King Service Award from the sheriff's office for her work to support homeless youth and promote student mental health.

Douglas County School District admin, mental health program honored for service to students

A Douglas County School District program aimed at supporting students experiencing trauma and one of the program's leaders received accolades at the county and national level for their positive …

Teachers and others rally outside Adams City High School Nov. 18 to protest the state board of education's decision to reorganize the district.

Teachers protest order to reorganize Adams 14 district

The next installment of the dispute between the Adams 14 School District and the Colorado board of education was in the form of a Nov. 19 rally outside Adams City High School. About 30 teachers …

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How to Add Your New Valuable Items to Your Insurance Policy

Did you purchase or receive an expensive gift this holiday season? If so, you should contact your insurance agent about insuring your valuables. Homeowner insurance … View more Post your news

Otis' Jack Willeke snares this long pass against the defense of Stratton's Avery Archuleta in the second half of the teams' semifinal game in the six-man playoffs Nov. 19 in Stratton.

Small-town football: A different game, a different level of interest

STRATTON – On the Eastern Plains, football is a special breed of cat. Or eagle, as the case may be. Tucked away north of Interstate 70, an hour or so east of Limon and two or so stops …

Tim Hernández speaking during the panel at Lone Tree Arts Center on Nov. 9.

Education leaders discuss equity, injustice

Making the education system equitable is no easy feat, but education leaders across Colorado continue to push for positive change and share the lessons they’ve learned in hopes of creating a …

Handyman Connection Expands Colorado Footprint

Handyman Connection, a home improvement franchise for handyman services, is coming to Brighton and to Parker. The Brighton franchise owners are Shane and Cynthia Cowan. Mike German holds …

A rendering shows the plan for Castle Rock Adventist Hospital's newest medical office building, which will house a surgery center with operating and procedure rooms, an orthopedic center with physical therapy and chemotherapy and radiation services for oncology patients.

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital looks to treat cancer patients

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital could begin offering cancer and other treatment services as early as 2025 as part of a 70,000-square-foot hospital expansion...

A sign marks a home for sale on Dec. 5 in southeast Denver.

Small price drop unlikely to reverse skyrocketing home values in Colorado

Danielle and Stephan Storinsky “saw the writing on the wall.” It foretold how the housing market might change. So, earlier this year, the married couple sold their Arvada townhome.

California-based salad chain sweetgreen opens in Highlands Ranch's Village Center West on Dec. 2.

Sweetgreen opens fourth Colorado location in Highlands Ranch

The popular fast-casual and veggie-focused chain sweetgreen is celebrating the opening of its first Douglas County location in Highlands Ranch on Dec. 2 by partnering with a local nonprofit that …

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Home Insurance: An Overview for First Time Homebuyers

There are countless things to consider when buying your first home. Is the home in a good neighborhood to raise kids? What’s the commute like? Can you afford it? What about ensuring your new … View more Post your news

A campaign flier for Dean Legatski, running in Castle Rock Town Council District 3 against Kevin Bracken, raises concerns about the town's Design Review Board. Legatski would like to reduce the board's authority over downtown development, while Bracken supports the board as is.

Council candidates spar on role of Design Review Board days before election

In the last days before Election Day, campaign material for a Castle Rock town council candidate reignited conflict about the commission that approves downtown development. During the Nov. 1 …

Members of the Denver South Metro Rotary Club donated over 1,000 pounds of hygiene and health items to Integrated Family Community Services for the group's October project.

Local Rotary donates 1,000 pounds of hygiene products to nonprofit

Just over 1,000 pounds of toothbrushes, toilet paper, diapers, soap and other hygiene products will help local nonprofit Integrated Family Community Services serve its thousands of monthly visitors …

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